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SUMMARY:NE SciFest Social Media Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Science is all around us so let’s have some virtual fun! Running every day through the festival we’re bringing back our NE SciFest Social Media Science Trivia.\n\n\n\nEveryday we will be posting a trivia question (riddle\, clue\, etc.) on our social media pages related to science. All you need to do is respond with the answer.\n\n\n\nSimply take or find a picture of the item in the clue and post it to Facebook (comments section) or Twitter (X) with the hashtag #nescifest.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/ne-scifest-social-media-science-trivia/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Science (general)
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SUMMARY:NE SciFest Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Let’s go outside and hunt for science! \nDownload the scavenger hunt (below) and go out and search for science. Ten quests await you – no matter where you live in Nebraska. You have all month long\, April 1-30\, to complete these tasks. Tag us on social media or email us and share your completed hunt! \nNESciFest-Scavenger-Hunt-2026 \n  \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/ne-scifest-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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SUMMARY:NE SciFest Ice Cream
DESCRIPTION:Available in April – until pints run out\, our new NE SciFest signature ice cream flavor from eCreamery: LUNAR LEMON. \nLunar Lemon: Lemon Cake Ice Cream\, White Chocolate Chips\, Graham Crunch and Raspberry Swirls. \nPurchase a pint for science!
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/ne-scifest-ice-cream-2/
LOCATION:eCreamery Ice Cream & Gelato\, 5001 Underwood Ave\, Omaha\, NE\, 68132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge Lincoln-Lancaster
DESCRIPTION:There is nature all around us! Knowing what species are in our city and where they are helps us study and protect them. The ONLY way to do that is by all of us – scientists\, land managers\, and the community – working together to find and document the nature in our area. \nBy participating in the City Nature Challenge\, not only do you learn more about your local nature\, but you can also make your community a better place – for you and other species. \nIf you live in Lincoln-Lancaster County\, you can join cities from around the world in documenting the wildlife that calls our urban environments home during the annual City Nature Challenge! \nMake observations to iNaturalist- April 24th-27th \nHelp us ID observations on iNaturalist- April 28th-May 13th
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/city-nature-challenge-lincoln-lancaster/
LOCATION:Lancaster County\, Lincoln\, NE\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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SUMMARY:Sharp-tailed grouse viewing at Niobrara State Park
DESCRIPTION:Experience the natural wonder of the sharp-tailed grouse mating dance from a grouse viewing blind at Niobrara State Park! This sunrise ritual is an ancient and glorious display from one of Nebraska’s most famous grassland birds. \nReservations\nReserve the viewing blind (free of charge) any time between March 1 and May 1\, with peak viewing between March 7 and April 20. The large trailer blind can hold up to 12 guests (up to 10 comfortably). In addition\, there are two small pop-up blinds available upon request for those with bigger cameras and camera stands that won’t fit in the trailer blind. Blinds are first come\, first serve by reservation only. Book your spots by calling the park office at 402-857-3373. \nA 2026 state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/sharp-tailed-grouse-viewing-at-niobrara-state-park-5/
LOCATION:Niobrara State Park\, 89261 522 Ave\, Niobrara\, NE\, 68760-6087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals
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SUMMARY:Wings Over the Platte
DESCRIPTION:Flowing across the heart of the Great Plains\, the Platte River has long been a source of life\, movement\, and inspiration. Wings Over the Platte celebrates the landscapes\, waterways\, and wildlife that define this region through the vision of artists connected to the Platte River Valley. \nFrom sweeping prairie horizons and ever-changing skies to intimate studies of plants\, animals\, and waterways\, this juried exhibition captures the spirit of a place where nature and people have been intertwined for generations. Artwork in painting\, photography\, sculpture\, and more invites visitors to experience the river not just as scenery\, but as a living force that shapes Nebraska’s land\, history\, and community. Many works will also be available for purchase\, offering a chance to take home a piece of the river’s story. \nJoin The Stuhr Museum in honoring the connection between art and nature\, and the timeless role the Platte River plays in shaping both.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/wings-over-the-platte-2/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Stuhr Museum\, 3133 West Highway 34\, Grand Island\, NE\, 68801
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment
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SUMMARY:Discovery Days at The Hall of History
DESCRIPTION:Visit The Hall of History Museum at Boys Town\, and explore their science stations. \nMake your own comic books\, design your own superhero outfit\, learn about pottery\, make a molding of a butterfly or dinosaur – to take home\, and take a peek into microscopes and guess how much your brain weighs. Plus\, don’t forget to stop by their “Brain Games” wall. \n  \nFree admission. The Hall of History is open Monday through Saturday from 10am until 4:30pm and on Sundays from 11am until 4pm.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/discovery-days-at-the-hall-of-history-2/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Boys Town Hall of History\, 14057 Flanagan Blvd.\, Boys Town\, NE\, 68010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science (general)
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SUMMARY:Earth Day at The RiverFront
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at The RiverFront will be a fun\, Earth-friendly day of festivities along the Missouri River. Please join us along the RiverFront Promenade and at the Riverfront Plaza in Lewis and Clark Landing for information booths\, sustainability activities\, terra cotta pot painting\, giveaways\, a clothing drive\, and live music. and more. \nScience Sunday will move locations\, from the slides to the plaza\, to participate from 1-2pm in this event.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/earth-day-at-the-riverfront-2/
LOCATION:The RiverFront\, 900 Farnam Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environment
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SUMMARY:Science Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nebraska Science Festival for Science Sunday from 1-2pm in April at the Omaha RiverFront by the slides.  This is a free family friendly hour for you to learn about nature\, astronomy\, chemistry\, medicine and more with hands-on science activities (while supplies last). \nScience Sunday Activities: \n\nApril 12 – Pi Bracelet Making  \n\n\nApril 19 – Constellation Making \n\n\nApril 26 – Seed balls (please note we will be moving to the Lewis & Clark Landing for the Earth Day celebration on this day)  \n\n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/science-sunday-3-2/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Omaha RiverFront\, 1001 Douglas Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Food & Drink,Health & Medicine,Plants,Science (general),Technology
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