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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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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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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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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/2025-04-02/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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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/2025-04-02/2/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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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/2025-04-03/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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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/2025-04-04/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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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 7 and April 20. The large blind holds up to 8 guests. A small popup blind that can hold up to two people will also be available to reserve for photographers with larger equipment. Both blinds are first come\, first serve by reservation only. Book your spots by calling the park office at 402-857-3373. \nA 2025 state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/sharp-tailed-grouse-viewing-at-niobrara-state-park/
LOCATION:Niobrara State Park\, 89261 522 Ave\, Niobrara\, NE\, 68760-6087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment
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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/2025-04-05/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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SUMMARY:Wonderful Worms
DESCRIPTION:Help the Omaha Public Library celebrate slippery\, slimy\, wonderful worms! This special storytime will feature books and songs all about wiggly worms. At the conclusion of storytime\, stay and observe real worms. If real worms make you squirm\, don’t worry\, worm-themed crafts will be available. \nAll supplies included. While supplies last. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/wonderful-worms/
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment
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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/2025-04-06/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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