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SUMMARY:Illustrated Poem Contest
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, as part of Chemists Celebrate Earth Week (CCEW)\, the American Chemical Society (ACS) sponsors an illustrated poem contest for K-12 students. The Omaha ACS section invites all area students to compete. The theme of CCEW 2022 is The Buzz About Bugs: Insect Chemistry. \nStudents in grades K-12\, click here for more Information. \nParents and Teachers: You can also find digital educational resources and activity ideas at the ACS website. \nQuestions? Contact ErinGross@creighton.edu
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/illustrated-poem-contest/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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SUMMARY:NE SciFest Art Contest
DESCRIPTION:Open to all ages\, we want you to create (draw\, paint\, glue\, sculpt) artwork that reflects ocean life and be entered to win an NE SciFest swag package. \nThree winners will receive a swag bag of NE SciFest goodies. \nSend a clear photo of your creation to nescifest@gmail.com by April 30 to be entered to win a prize. All art will be showcased on the festival social pages in May. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/ne-scifest-art-contest/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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SUMMARY:NE SciFest Scientific Smore's Ice Cream
DESCRIPTION:Available all April\, our new NE SciFest signature ice cream flavor from eCreamery: SCIENTIFIC SMORE’S! \n\n\n\nScientific Smore’s: Double Vanilla Bean Ice Cream with Chocolate Chunks\, Graham Crunch and Marshmallows.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/ne-scifest-scientific-smores-ice-cream/
LOCATION:eCreamery Ice Cream & Gelato\, 5001 Underwood Ave\, Omaha\, NE\, 68132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:Teen PSA Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Nebraska Cures is inviting teens to participate in their second annual teen public service announcement (PSA) competition designed to promote science and engage in science advocacy.  The competition theme is the “Climate & Health Challenge.”  The competition challenges teens to create and share PSAs on social media that educate about the impact of climate change and extreme weather on physical and mental health. \nEntries can be made in three categories: pictures\, infographics and short videos (60 seconds or less). Entries can be made on Facebook\, Instagram\, TikTok and Twitter and must use #ClimateHealthChallenge and either #NebraskaCures or tag the organization.  $50 prizes will be awarded in each category.  Winners will be announced in early May. \nParticipants must be 13-19 years old and live in Nebraska.  Additional details and a full list of rules are here.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/teen-psa-challenge/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Environment,Health & Medicine,Science (general)
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SUMMARY:Little Saplings: Sprouting Seeds
DESCRIPTION:Seeds are tough\, but they can also be sticky\, crunchy\, and even fluffy! Learn how a plant starts its life as we examine different types of seeds. \nDo you have a little one who loves animals\, nature\, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings\, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. Little Saplings\, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 – 5 and their adult caregiver\, will bring nature themes to life for your child through story time\, sensory activities\, crafts\, and outdoor exploration! \nThe cost to participate is $4 per child and $5 per adult per program and includes admission to the Education Center after the program; pay at the front desk upon arrival. Schramm Family Pass members participate free. No park permit is required in the center’s parking lot. For questions about the program\, please contact Jen Ruyle\, Outdoor Education Specialist\, at 402-332-5022 or jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/little-saplings-sprouting-seeds/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plants
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SUMMARY:Climate & Your Health
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join the Nebraska Coalition for Lifesaving Cures for a panel discussion on the impact of climate and extreme weather events on our physical and mental health. \nPanelists include: \nDr. Jesse Bell – Director\, Claire M. Hubbard Professor of Water\, Climate\, & Health Program\, UNMC \nDr. Alison Freifeld – Dept. of Internal Medicine\, UNMC \nDr. Jill Poole – Internal Medicine\, Division of Allergy and Immunology\, UNMC \nDr. Martha Shulski – State Climatologist\, UNL \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/climate-your-health-public-policy/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Environment,Health & Medicine,Weather
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SUMMARY:Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson: An Astrophysicist Goes to the Movies
DESCRIPTION:From Star Wars to Frozen to Titanic to The Martian — join beloved astrophysics icon Neil deGrasse Tyson for an entertaining and enlightening review of all the science that our favorite movies got wrong and what they got right. His presentation will incorporate contemporary films plus some classics that you may not have known had any science in them at all. \n  \nTo receive 25% off tickets (in price level 1-3 only)\, use code: SCIENCE22 at check out.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/dr-neil-degrasse-tyson-an-astrophysicist-goes-to-the-movies/
LOCATION:Holland Performing Arts Center\, 1200 Douglas Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Astronomy,Science (general)
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