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SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Dig In!”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and explore all of the creepy\, crawly\, dirty\, muddy\, green\, and growing things that can be found in the garden. Following along with the story “Dig In!” by Cindy Jenson-Elliott\, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy\, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or with garden membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-dig-in/2024-04-20/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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SUMMARY:Fun with Fossils: Stomp Chomp Roar at Lauritzen Gardens
DESCRIPTION:From noon to 2 p.m.\, explore Stomp Chomp Roar’s fossil cart at Lauritzen Gardens and learn all about dinosaurs with Dinosaur Ranger Anthony and his friend Paleo. Then join us on the festival garden patio from 2 to 3 p.m. for an entertaining dinosaur show and prehistoric pep rally (weather permitting)! Included with paid garden admission\, free for garden members.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/fun-with-fossils-stomp-chomp-roar-at-lauritzen-gardens/2024-04-20/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Science (general)
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SUMMARY:BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs
DESCRIPTION:On display for the first time in the United States\, experience BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs\, an adventure of Jurassic scale at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. Marvel at 30 iconic dinosaur sculptures made from more than 1.5 million bricks and witness firsthand what it would have been like to come face-to-face with a herd of incredible reptiles\, while discovering prehistoric plants in the garden’s collection. This dino-mite brick sculpture exhibit is included with garden admission and is FREE for garden members. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/bricklive-brickosaurs/2024-04-21/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T170000
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SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Dig In!”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and explore all of the creepy\, crawly\, dirty\, muddy\, green\, and growing things that can be found in the garden. Following along with the story “Dig In!” by Cindy Jenson-Elliott\, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy\, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or with garden membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-dig-in/2024-04-21/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T153122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T154440Z
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SUMMARY:Fun with Fossils: Stomp Chomp Roar at Lauritzen Gardens
DESCRIPTION:From noon to 2 p.m.\, explore Stomp Chomp Roar’s fossil cart at Lauritzen Gardens and learn all about dinosaurs with Dinosaur Ranger Anthony and his friend Paleo. Then join us on the festival garden patio from 2 to 3 p.m. for an entertaining dinosaur show and prehistoric pep rally (weather permitting)! Included with paid garden admission\, free for garden members.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/fun-with-fossils-stomp-chomp-roar-at-lauritzen-gardens/2024-04-21/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1ChompStompRoar22.jpg
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T153113Z
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SUMMARY:STEM SUNDAYS
DESCRIPTION:STEM Sundays is a bi-weekly program where families can explore STEM together amidst nature at Fontenelle Forest. Each session will provide hands-on activities\, a theme-based hike\, and a craft or take-home activity that will spark curiosity and foster collaboration. \nIgnite a love for learning in the heart of the Forest every other Sunday! \nRegistration required.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/stem-sundays/2024-04-21/
LOCATION:Fontenelle Forest\, 1111 Bellevue Blvd. N.\, Bellevue\, NE\, 68005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
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SUMMARY:BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs
DESCRIPTION:On display for the first time in the United States\, experience BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs\, an adventure of Jurassic scale at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. Marvel at 30 iconic dinosaur sculptures made from more than 1.5 million bricks and witness firsthand what it would have been like to come face-to-face with a herd of incredible reptiles\, while discovering prehistoric plants in the garden’s collection. This dino-mite brick sculpture exhibit is included with garden admission and is FREE for garden members. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/bricklive-brickosaurs/2024-04-22/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T170000
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SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Dig In!”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and explore all of the creepy\, crawly\, dirty\, muddy\, green\, and growing things that can be found in the garden. Following along with the story “Dig In!” by Cindy Jenson-Elliott\, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy\, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or with garden membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-dig-in/2024-04-22/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1StoryWalk81.jpg
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
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SUMMARY:BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs
DESCRIPTION:On display for the first time in the United States\, experience BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs\, an adventure of Jurassic scale at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. Marvel at 30 iconic dinosaur sculptures made from more than 1.5 million bricks and witness firsthand what it would have been like to come face-to-face with a herd of incredible reptiles\, while discovering prehistoric plants in the garden’s collection. This dino-mite brick sculpture exhibit is included with garden admission and is FREE for garden members. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/bricklive-brickosaurs/2024-04-23/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T170000
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CREATED:20240322T152710Z
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SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Dig In!”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and explore all of the creepy\, crawly\, dirty\, muddy\, green\, and growing things that can be found in the garden. Following along with the story “Dig In!” by Cindy Jenson-Elliott\, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy\, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or with garden membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-dig-in/2024-04-23/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T203000
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CREATED:20240325T154157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T160023Z
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SUMMARY:Raptor Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Join Fontenelle Forest for an evening of feathered fun during Raptor Trivia Night at Kros Strain in partnership with NE SciFest! This engaging and educational event will test your wits and give you the opportunity to see several of our educational raptor ambassadors up close. \nGet ready to put your raptor knowledge to the test with a thrilling trivia competition. Questions will cover a range of topics\, from species identification and habitats to their incredible hunting techniques and conservation efforts. \nPrizes include a Fontenelle Forest membership\, a behind-the-scenes tour of the Raptor Woodland Refuge\, and more!
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/2507/
LOCATION:Kros Strain Brewing\, 10411 Portal Rd #102\, LaVista\, NE\, 68128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
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SUMMARY:BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs
DESCRIPTION:On display for the first time in the United States\, experience BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs\, an adventure of Jurassic scale at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. Marvel at 30 iconic dinosaur sculptures made from more than 1.5 million bricks and witness firsthand what it would have been like to come face-to-face with a herd of incredible reptiles\, while discovering prehistoric plants in the garden’s collection. This dino-mite brick sculpture exhibit is included with garden admission and is FREE for garden members. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/bricklive-brickosaurs/2024-04-24/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/brickosaurs87.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T152710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T152710Z
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SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Dig In!”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and explore all of the creepy\, crawly\, dirty\, muddy\, green\, and growing things that can be found in the garden. Following along with the story “Dig In!” by Cindy Jenson-Elliott\, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy\, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or with garden membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-dig-in/2024-04-24/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
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SUMMARY:BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs
DESCRIPTION:On display for the first time in the United States\, experience BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs\, an adventure of Jurassic scale at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. Marvel at 30 iconic dinosaur sculptures made from more than 1.5 million bricks and witness firsthand what it would have been like to come face-to-face with a herd of incredible reptiles\, while discovering prehistoric plants in the garden’s collection. This dino-mite brick sculpture exhibit is included with garden admission and is FREE for garden members. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/bricklive-brickosaurs/2024-04-25/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/brickosaurs87.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T152710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T152710Z
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SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Dig In!”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and explore all of the creepy\, crawly\, dirty\, muddy\, green\, and growing things that can be found in the garden. Following along with the story “Dig In!” by Cindy Jenson-Elliott\, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy\, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or with garden membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-dig-in/2024-04-25/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1StoryWalk81.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
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SUMMARY:BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs
DESCRIPTION:On display for the first time in the United States\, experience BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs\, an adventure of Jurassic scale at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. Marvel at 30 iconic dinosaur sculptures made from more than 1.5 million bricks and witness firsthand what it would have been like to come face-to-face with a herd of incredible reptiles\, while discovering prehistoric plants in the garden’s collection. This dino-mite brick sculpture exhibit is included with garden admission and is FREE for garden members. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/bricklive-brickosaurs/2024-04-26/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/brickosaurs87.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T154207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154055Z
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SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Feathers for Lunch”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and read about the adventures and escapades of an escaped house cat who encounters twelve common birds in the backyard. Following along with the story “Feathers for Lunch” by Lois Ehlert\, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy\, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or with garden membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-feathers-for-lunch/2024-04-26/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
UID:10001423-1714208400-1714237200@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs
DESCRIPTION:On display for the first time in the United States\, experience BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs\, an adventure of Jurassic scale at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. Marvel at 30 iconic dinosaur sculptures made from more than 1.5 million bricks and witness firsthand what it would have been like to come face-to-face with a herd of incredible reptiles\, while discovering prehistoric plants in the garden’s collection. This dino-mite brick sculpture exhibit is included with garden admission and is FREE for garden members. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/bricklive-brickosaurs/2024-04-27/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/brickosaurs87.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T154207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154055Z
UID:10001457-1714208400-1714237200@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Feathers for Lunch”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and read about the adventures and escapades of an escaped house cat who encounters twelve common birds in the backyard. Following along with the story “Feathers for Lunch” by Lois Ehlert\, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy\, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or with garden membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-feathers-for-lunch/2024-04-27/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1feathers.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T154410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T154410Z
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SUMMARY:Fun with Fossils: Stomp Chomp Roar at Lauritzen Gardens
DESCRIPTION:From noon to 2 p.m.\, explore Stomp Chomp Roar’s fossil cart at Lauritzen Gardens and learn all about dinosaurs with Dinosaur Ranger Anthony and his friend Paleo. Then join us on the festival garden patio from 2 to 3 p.m. for an entertaining dinosaur show and prehistoric pep rally (weather permitting)! Included with paid garden admission\, free for garden members.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/fun-with-fossils-stomp-chomp-roar-at-lauritzen-gardens-2/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1ChompStompRoar22.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
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SUMMARY:BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs
DESCRIPTION:On display for the first time in the United States\, experience BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs\, an adventure of Jurassic scale at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. Marvel at 30 iconic dinosaur sculptures made from more than 1.5 million bricks and witness firsthand what it would have been like to come face-to-face with a herd of incredible reptiles\, while discovering prehistoric plants in the garden’s collection. This dino-mite brick sculpture exhibit is included with garden admission and is FREE for garden members. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/bricklive-brickosaurs/2024-04-28/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/brickosaurs87.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T154207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154055Z
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SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Feathers for Lunch”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and read about the adventures and escapades of an escaped house cat who encounters twelve common birds in the backyard. Following along with the story “Feathers for Lunch” by Lois Ehlert\, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy\, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or with garden membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-feathers-for-lunch/2024-04-28/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240325T160633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T160633Z
UID:10001478-1714305600-1714316400@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge 2024 at Fontenelle Forest
DESCRIPTION:Come search out a variety of wildlife\, plants\, and fungi for City Nature Challenge 2024 at Fontenelle Forest! \nWe will have various information stations set up around the Nature Center’s Dennis plaza with knowledgeable volunteers ready to inform you about the plants and animals you may discover during your trip. There will also be a raptor specialist on hand to educate visitors about these awesome birds of prey. \nCity Nature Challenge 2024 is organized by Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. \nSHARE YOUR FINDINGS!\nDownload the iNaturalist app to sign up and get involved with the City Nature Challenge 2024 | Omaha-Metro Area.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/city-nature-challenge-2024-at-fontenelle-forest/
LOCATION:Fontenelle Forest\, 1111 Bellevue Blvd. N.\, Bellevue\, NE\, 68005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
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SUMMARY:BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs
DESCRIPTION:On display for the first time in the United States\, experience BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs\, an adventure of Jurassic scale at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. Marvel at 30 iconic dinosaur sculptures made from more than 1.5 million bricks and witness firsthand what it would have been like to come face-to-face with a herd of incredible reptiles\, while discovering prehistoric plants in the garden’s collection. This dino-mite brick sculpture exhibit is included with garden admission and is FREE for garden members. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/bricklive-brickosaurs/2024-04-29/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T154207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154055Z
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SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Feathers for Lunch”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and read about the adventures and escapades of an escaped house cat who encounters twelve common birds in the backyard. Following along with the story “Feathers for Lunch” by Lois Ehlert\, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy\, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or with garden membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-feathers-for-lunch/2024-04-29/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
UID:10001426-1714467600-1714496400@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs
DESCRIPTION:On display for the first time in the United States\, experience BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs\, an adventure of Jurassic scale at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. Marvel at 30 iconic dinosaur sculptures made from more than 1.5 million bricks and witness firsthand what it would have been like to come face-to-face with a herd of incredible reptiles\, while discovering prehistoric plants in the garden’s collection. This dino-mite brick sculpture exhibit is included with garden admission and is FREE for garden members. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/bricklive-brickosaurs/2024-04-30/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20240322T154207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154055Z
UID:10001460-1714467600-1714496400@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Feathers for Lunch”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and read about the adventures and escapades of an escaped house cat who encounters twelve common birds in the backyard. Following along with the story “Feathers for Lunch” by Lois Ehlert\, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy\, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or with garden membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-feathers-for-lunch/2024-04-30/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20250305T191543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T191804Z
UID:10001517-1743498000-1743526800@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®
DESCRIPTION:BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks all month long at Lauritzen Gardens. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275\,000 LEGO® bricks\, including a majestic monarch butterfly\, a hovering hummingbird\, a sly fox\, and more! Ignite your imagination\, make your own brick-built creations\, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/sean-kenneys-nature-connects/2025-04-01/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T223000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20250305T162840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T162840Z
UID:10001508-1743499800-1743546600@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Birds of a Feather
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to go birding by participating in the Birds of a Feather program at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park’s newly renovated James Family Conservatory and Nature Center. \nThis is a program for birders of all ages and levels. We introduce a different birding topic each session to begin the program. When weather permits\, we will head outdoors for a hike or time in the birding area. The program runs approximately 60-90 minutes and is offered on select Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. on a monthly basis. \nOn April 1\, participants will learn more about spring migration patterns and discover when and where to find migrating birds as the spring season begins! \nThis program is free but a 2025 park entry vehicle permit is required.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/birds-of-a-feather/
LOCATION:Eugene T. Mahoney State Park\, 28500 W Park Hwy\, Ashland\, NE\, 68003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181604
CREATED:20250305T163652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T163652Z
UID:10001509-1743584400-1743588000@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Little Saplings Nature Discovery Program
DESCRIPTION:Do 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 April theme is Rabbits. \nCost: $5 per child and $5 per adult per program and includes admission to the Education Center after the program. Schramm Family Pass members participate free. A State Park Vehicle Entry Permit is not required in the Schramm Education Center parking lot.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/little-saplings-nature-discovery-program/2025-04-02/1/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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