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SUMMARY:Boys Town Hall of History Hands-On Weekly Activities
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Boys Town Hall of History and learn about various science topics with weekly activities. Each week\, the Hall of History will host staff-led science activities during regular business hours. Stop by each week to check out the rotating activities! \nWeekly Features: \n\nApril 1 – 7: Comic Book Station\n\n\n\n\nMake your own comic book and take photo with our 6 ft 2 in Captain Marvel.\n\n\n\n\nApril 8 – 14: Magnifying\n\n\n\n\nLearn about and explore with different magnifying glasses and microscopes.\n\n\n\n\nApril 15 – 21: Windmills\n\n\n\n\nLearn about our windmill and make your own windmill.\n\n\n\n\nApril 22 – 30: Blueprints\n\n\n\n\nLearn about blueprints\, make your own blueprint and do Lego construction.\n\n\n\nBusiness Hours: \nMonday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. \nSundays 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/boys-town-hall-of-history-hands-on-weekly-activities/2024-04-27/
LOCATION:Boys Town Hall of History\, 14057 Flanagan Blvd.\, Boys Town\, NE\, 68010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T150000
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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)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110325
CREATED:20240221T200241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T200341Z
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SUMMARY:Lucky Bucket Brewing Tour
DESCRIPTION:A lot of things (and science) go in to making great beer and spirits\, and Lucky Bucket Brewing wants to share their craft with you. \nTours are approximately 1 Hour long and are currently offered at 3:30pm (cst) every Saturday. \n$20 per person ticket includes: \n\nKick start your tour with a complimentary pint of draft beer of your choice to enjoy along the way\nTour of brewery\, distillery and tasting room lead by one of our brand ambassadors\nTwo 5 ounce beers and Two 1 ounce samples of select spirits\n20% off any apparel\, glassware\, or beer and spirits To-Go\n\nPlease note\, tours should be booked by 1pm cst the day before your desire tour date and tour groups are limited to 12 people per tour.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/lucky-bucket-brewing-tour/2024-04-27/
LOCATION:Lucky Bucket Brewing\, 11941 Centennial Road\, Suite 1\, La Vista\, NE\, 68128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T000000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110325
CREATED:20240126T170059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T174222Z
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SUMMARY:NE SciFest Star Party at Branched Oak Observatory - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Nebraska Science Festival\, we are pleased to host the NE SciFest Star Party! \nThis FREE event is for all lovers of space science and astronomy. On Saturday\, April 27th\, Branched Oak Observatory will open its doors and train its telescopes to the skies between the hours of 9PM and Midnight to explore the wonders of the night sky through a variety of telescopes. See the Beehive Open Cluster\, the Hercules Globular Cluster\, the Cigar Galaxy\, the Crab Nebula and so much more! \nNote: Night sky observing is dependent on local weather conditions. \nVisit theboo.org for more information about Branched Oak Observatory.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/ne-scifest-star-party-at-branched-oak-observatory/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th St.\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110325
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)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110325
CREATED:20240314T141147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T141147Z
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SUMMARY:Boys Town Hall of History Hands-On Weekly Activities
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Boys Town Hall of History and learn about various science topics with weekly activities. Each week\, the Hall of History will host staff-led science activities during regular business hours. Stop by each week to check out the rotating activities! \nWeekly Features: \n\nApril 1 – 7: Comic Book Station\n\n\n\n\nMake your own comic book and take photo with our 6 ft 2 in Captain Marvel.\n\n\n\n\nApril 8 – 14: Magnifying\n\n\n\n\nLearn about and explore with different magnifying glasses and microscopes.\n\n\n\n\nApril 15 – 21: Windmills\n\n\n\n\nLearn about our windmill and make your own windmill.\n\n\n\n\nApril 22 – 30: Blueprints\n\n\n\n\nLearn about blueprints\, make your own blueprint and do Lego construction.\n\n\n\nBusiness Hours: \nMonday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. \nSundays 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/boys-town-hall-of-history-hands-on-weekly-activities-2/2024-04-28/
LOCATION:Boys Town Hall of History\, 14057 Flanagan Blvd.\, Boys Town\, NE\, 68010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110325
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:20240428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T173942Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday with a Scientist
DESCRIPTION:Meet a different scientist each month to learn about topics and careers in science. Scientists will share what they study in a fun\, informal way through hands-on activities\, demonstrations\, and conversation. \nJoin Morrill Hall on Sunday\, April 28 from 12-3pm for Nature in Lincoln’s Backyard with Pioneers Park Nature Center. \nFor almost 100 years\, Pioneers Park has been Lincoln’s “backyard” and every year thousands of people visit the Park’s Nature Center to enjoy natural landscapes\, beautiful gardens\, and recreational opportunities. However\, nature can also be found and appreciated much closer to home! Spend the afternoon with the Nature Center’s Outdoor Educators to learn how to observe\, identify\, and share the natural objects and phenomena that are always nearby. Come ready to observe with all of your senses and leave better equipped to appreciate nature wherever it is found. \nIncluded with admission; FREE for members \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/sunday-with-a-scientist/
LOCATION:University of Nebraska State Museum – Morrill Hall\, 645 North 14th Street\, Lincoln\, Nebraska\, 68588
CATEGORIES:Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T180458Z
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SUMMARY:Yates Illuminates Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:On April 28\, Yates Illuminates will hold its site wide grand opening. The Science Club and the Bellevue Amateur Radio Club will partner to host an Amateur Radio Kids on the Air event\, for youth 6-16 and youth at heart of any age. Other science activities planned as well including genetics and astronomy. Plus\, two Foosball tables with free play and coaching available.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/yates-illuminates-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Yates Illuminates\, 3260 Davenport Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68131\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Science (general),Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110325
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110325
CREATED:20240313T205818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154506Z
UID:10001387-1714384800-1714408200@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Boys Town Hall of History Hands-On Weekly Activities
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Boys Town Hall of History and learn about various science topics with weekly activities. Each week\, the Hall of History will host staff-led science activities during regular business hours. Stop by each week to check out the rotating activities! \nWeekly Features: \n\nApril 1 – 7: Comic Book Station\n\n\n\n\nMake your own comic book and take photo with our 6 ft 2 in Captain Marvel.\n\n\n\n\nApril 8 – 14: Magnifying\n\n\n\n\nLearn about and explore with different magnifying glasses and microscopes.\n\n\n\n\nApril 15 – 21: Windmills\n\n\n\n\nLearn about our windmill and make your own windmill.\n\n\n\n\nApril 22 – 30: Blueprints\n\n\n\n\nLearn about blueprints\, make your own blueprint and do Lego construction.\n\n\n\nBusiness Hours: \nMonday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. \nSundays 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/boys-town-hall-of-history-hands-on-weekly-activities/2024-04-29/
LOCATION:Boys Town Hall of History\, 14057 Flanagan Blvd.\, Boys Town\, NE\, 68010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110325
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/2024-04-30/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110325
CREATED:20240313T205818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154506Z
UID:10001382-1714471200-1714494600@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Boys Town Hall of History Hands-On Weekly Activities
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Boys Town Hall of History and learn about various science topics with weekly activities. Each week\, the Hall of History will host staff-led science activities during regular business hours. Stop by each week to check out the rotating activities! \nWeekly Features: \n\nApril 1 – 7: Comic Book Station\n\n\n\n\nMake your own comic book and take photo with our 6 ft 2 in Captain Marvel.\n\n\n\n\nApril 8 – 14: Magnifying\n\n\n\n\nLearn about and explore with different magnifying glasses and microscopes.\n\n\n\n\nApril 15 – 21: Windmills\n\n\n\n\nLearn about our windmill and make your own windmill.\n\n\n\n\nApril 22 – 30: Blueprints\n\n\n\n\nLearn about blueprints\, make your own blueprint and do Lego construction.\n\n\n\nBusiness Hours: \nMonday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. \nSundays 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/boys-town-hall-of-history-hands-on-weekly-activities/2024-04-30/
LOCATION:Boys Town Hall of History\, 14057 Flanagan Blvd.\, Boys Town\, NE\, 68010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T223000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110325
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:20250401T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110325
CREATED:20240306T221033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T162309Z
UID:10001502-1743523200-1743526800@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:STEM: Build\, Connect\, Create
DESCRIPTION:Let your imagination run wild as you explore the Kearney Public Library‘s collection of STEM toys\, including KEVA Planks\, Straws & Connectors\, Snap Circuits\, Magna-Tiles\, and much more! For ages 5-14. \nTo reserve a spot\, please log in with your library credentials. You may also book by phone or at your nearest library.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/stem-build-connect-create/2025-04-01/1/
LOCATION:City of Kearney Public Library\, 2020 1st Avenue\, Kearney\, NE\, 68847\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20240306T221033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T162309Z
UID:10001503-1743532200-1743535800@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:STEM: Build\, Connect\, Create
DESCRIPTION:Let your imagination run wild as you explore the Kearney Public Library‘s collection of STEM toys\, including KEVA Planks\, Straws & Connectors\, Snap Circuits\, Magna-Tiles\, and much more! For ages 5-14. \nTo reserve a spot\, please log in with your library credentials. You may also book by phone or at your nearest library.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/stem-build-connect-create/2025-04-01/2/
LOCATION:City of Kearney Public Library\, 2020 1st Avenue\, Kearney\, NE\, 68847\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20250305T163652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T163652Z
UID:10001510-1743588000-1743591600@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/2025-04-02/2/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T164500
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20240306T220435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T154624Z
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SUMMARY:LEGOS at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Join the Kearney Public Library for some brick-snapping fun! Come design and build your own creations. The library will provide the LEGOS\, you just need to bring your imagination along. No registration is required for this event.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/legos-at-the-library-3/2025-04-03/
LOCATION:City of Kearney Public Library\, 2020 1st Avenue\, Kearney\, NE\, 68847\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20240426T174032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T164446Z
UID:10000613-1743944400-1743948000@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Science Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nebraska Science Festival for Science Sunday from 1-2pm in April at the Omaha RiverFront\, next to 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 6 – Tin Foil Watercolor Eggs \n\n\nApril 13 – Seed Bombs \n\n\nApril 27 – Make your own Constellation *we will be down by the Kiewit Luminarium at The RiverFront for ‘Earth Day at The RiverFront’ on this Sunday \n\n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/science-sunday-2/
LOCATION:Omaha RiverFront\, 1001 Douglas Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Environment,Food & Drink,Health & Medicine,Plants,Science (general),Weather
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20250331T182107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T201738Z
UID:10001584-1744138800-1744146000@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Nerd Nite Omaha
DESCRIPTION:Nerd Nite is grounded in this super nerdy\, highly engaging\, fun approach to learning. A Nerd Nite talk isn’t a lecture\, a symposium\, or a conference preso — it’s the slightly tipsy second cousin to those.\n\nThere are three awesome talks lined up for the April event:\n\nDrug Discovery & Research by Dr. Corey Hopkins\nNASA\, Mars & the Secret to Life by John Beck-Hofmann\nInside NASA’s Social Media Revolution: My MAVEN Mission Experience by Margie Sturgeon
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/nerd-nite-omaha-2/
LOCATION:Saro Cider Lounge\, 1012 S 10th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science (general)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20250212T212236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T145329Z
UID:10000612-1744549200-1744552800@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Science Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nebraska Science Festival for Science Sunday from 1-2pm in April at the Omaha RiverFront.  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 6 – Tin Foil Watercolor Eggs \n\n\nApril 13 – Seed Bombs \n\n\nApril 27 – Make your own Constellation  \n\n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/science-sunday-3/2025-04-13/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T164500
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20240306T220435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T154624Z
UID:10001505-1744904700-1744908300@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:LEGOS at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Join the Kearney Public Library for some brick-snapping fun! Come design and build your own creations. The library will provide the LEGOS\, you just need to bring your imagination along. No registration is required for this event.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/legos-at-the-library-3/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:City of Kearney Public Library\, 2020 1st Avenue\, Kearney\, NE\, 68847\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20230413T141300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T140221Z
UID:10000844-1744911000-1744916400@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Kennedy STEAM Family Night
DESCRIPTION:Kennedy Elementary School is once again hosting a STEAM Family Night on Thursday\, April 17\, from 5:30-7pm featuring Robotics\, Rockets\, Hovercrafts\, Fire Truck\, Urban Gardening\, 3D Pens\, Water Science\, Laser Cutting and more! \nCome and enjoy awesome opportunities in Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art and Mathematics. Food\, Fun and Family time for ALL.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/kennedy-steam-night-2/
LOCATION:Howard Kennedy Elementary Schoool\, 2906 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Science (general),Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20250310T183952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T184031Z
UID:10001560-1744984800-1744988400@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Skeletons on the Screen: Dr. Katie East
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Katie East for an entertaining look into forensic anthropology on the screen to learn what forensic anthropologists actually do. Compare television\, movies and real life. It may be entertaining when pop culture gets forensic anthropology wrong\, but the consequences are more real than you think. \nThis is a free event for teens aged 13-19. \nRegistration is required and opens March 15. Call 402-444-5780 to register.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/skeletons-on-the-screen-dr-katie-east/
LOCATION:Saddlebrook Branch\, 14850 Laurel Ave.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Medicine,Science (general)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20250310T184245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T184245Z
UID:10001561-1745071200-1745074800@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Skeletons on the Screen: Dr. Katie East
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Katie East for an entertaining look into forensic anthropology on the screen to learn what forensic anthropologists actually do. Compare television\, movies and real life. It may be entertaining when pop culture gets forensic anthropology wrong\, but the consequences are more real than you think. \nThis is a free event for teens aged 13-19. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/skeletons-on-the-screen-dr-katie-east-2/
LOCATION:Milton R. Abrahams Branch\, 5111 N. 90th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Medicine,Science (general)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20240313T183956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T184230Z
UID:10000871-1745602200-1745611200@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:SCC Family Science Night
DESCRIPTION:Spring into Science and celebrate Earth Day at a FREE event for families on Friday\, April 25 at Southeast Community College Lincoln. \nCome have fun with friends and family and learn about Science with exciting activities\, great prizes and enjoy free food too! \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/scc-family-night/
LOCATION:Southeast Community College Lincoln\, 8800 O St.\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science (general)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20250310T184423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T184423Z
UID:10001562-1745676000-1745679600@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Skeletons on the Screen: Dr. Katie East
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Katie East for an entertaining look into forensic anthropology on the screen to learn what forensic anthropologists actually do. Compare television\, movies and real life. It may be entertaining when pop culture gets forensic anthropology wrong\, but the consequences are more real than you think. \nThis is a free event for teens aged 13-19.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/skeletons-on-the-screen-dr-katie-east-3/
LOCATION:Willa Cather Branch\, 905 S. 44th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Medicine,Science (general)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20210310T165259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T165014Z
UID:10000495-1775001600-1777593599@www.nescifest.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260406T110326
CREATED:20210310T200922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T164814Z
UID:10000496-1775001600-1777593599@www.nescifest.com
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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