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SUMMARY:Above and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum to view their latest exhibit\, Above and Beyond. \nAbove and Beyond celebrates the power of innovation. Packed with interactive challenges; vehicle concept models and prototypes; immersive media presentations; and inspiring innovator stories\, this exhibition invites you to experience what it takes to make impossible dreams take flight. \nRegular museum admission.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/above-and-beyond/2023-04-28/
LOCATION:Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum\, 28210 W Park Hwy\, Ashland\, NE\, 68003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science (general),Technology
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SUMMARY:Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea
DESCRIPTION:Giant sculptures of sea life\, made from marine debris collected on Oregon’s beaches\, graphically illustrate the tragedy of plastic pollution in our ocean and waterways. The epic exhibit\, Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea\, at Lauritzen Gardens includes a titanic triggerfish\, a pair of grand penguins\, and an 11-foot-long shark named Chompers! More than a set of eye-catching sculptures\, these thought-provoking pieces are designed to inspire conversations about conservation and generate positive changes and behaviors towards the environment.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/washed-ashore-art-to-save-the-sea/2023-04-28/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Environment
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230224T162523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T162523Z
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SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: "Living Things Need Water"
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the arboretum at Lauritzen Gardens and learn how water is important to living things- animals\, people\, and plants. Following along with the story “Living Things Need Water” by Karen Aleo\, 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 membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-living-things-need-water/2023-04-28/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Fitness,Plants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230224T163230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T163230Z
UID:10000766-1682672400-1682701200@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Arbor Day Tree Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Arbor Day at Lauritzen Gardens by taking a walk through the arboretum or the woodland walk. The first 100 households will receive a FREE tree seedling. Included with admission.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/arbor-day-tree-giveaway/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Environment,Plants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230224T163644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T163644Z
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SUMMARY:Bonsai Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Nebraska Bonsai Society will share their passion for the art of styling trees and help you better understand both the art and the science of bonsai in Nebraska.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/bonsai-exhibition/2023-04-28/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Plants
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20240308T161042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T161042Z
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SUMMARY:Mueller Planetarium
DESCRIPTION:Mueller Planetarium is located inside Morrill Hall. Shows are available to the public on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays. Tickets may be purchased on site at Morrill Hall. \nThe following are the currently available shows: \nThe Little Star That Could: Saturdays at 11am \nA Starry Tale: Fridays at 1pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 1pm \nDream to Fly: Fridays at 4pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 3pm
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/mueller-planetarium/2023-04-28/
LOCATION:University of Nebraska State Museum – Morrill Hall\, 645 North 14th Street\, Lincoln\, Nebraska\, 68588
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20240308T161041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T161041Z
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SUMMARY:Mueller Planetarium
DESCRIPTION:Mueller Planetarium is located inside Morrill Hall. Shows are available to the public on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays. Tickets may be purchased on site at Morrill Hall. \nThe following are the currently available shows: \nThe Little Star That Could: Saturdays at 11am \nA Starry Tale: Fridays at 1pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 1pm \nDream to Fly: Fridays at 4pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 3pm
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/mueller-planetarium/2023-04-28/
LOCATION:University of Nebraska State Museum – Morrill Hall\, 645 North 14th Street\, Lincoln\, Nebraska\, 68588
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T190000
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CREATED:20230427T135339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T135339Z
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SUMMARY:Superhero Science at The RiverFront
DESCRIPTION:Join NE SciFest under the canopies on Friday\, April 28 from 5-7pm to make Superhero Slime as we celebrate National Superhero Day at the Omaha RiverFront! Unleash your inner superhero as you visit a face painter to dress up as one of your favorite characters\, test your super knowledge with a superhero trivia game\, visit one of the delicious local food trucks and pick up your very own\, superhero themed cupcake! Enjoy an action-packed afternoon with all of your favorite superhero characters at The RiverFront. \n  \n*Please note\, this event begins at 4pm\, NE SciFest will be there from 5-7pm.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/superhero-science-at-the-riverfront/
LOCATION:Omaha RiverFront\, 1001 Douglas Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230216T163229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T163229Z
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SUMMARY:Above and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum to view their latest exhibit\, Above and Beyond. \nAbove and Beyond celebrates the power of innovation. Packed with interactive challenges; vehicle concept models and prototypes; immersive media presentations; and inspiring innovator stories\, this exhibition invites you to experience what it takes to make impossible dreams take flight. \nRegular museum admission.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/above-and-beyond/2023-04-29/
LOCATION:Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum\, 28210 W Park Hwy\, Ashland\, NE\, 68003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science (general),Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230224T161429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T161458Z
UID:10000730-1682758800-1682787600@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea
DESCRIPTION:Giant sculptures of sea life\, made from marine debris collected on Oregon’s beaches\, graphically illustrate the tragedy of plastic pollution in our ocean and waterways. The epic exhibit\, Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea\, at Lauritzen Gardens includes a titanic triggerfish\, a pair of grand penguins\, and an 11-foot-long shark named Chompers! More than a set of eye-catching sculptures\, these thought-provoking pieces are designed to inspire conversations about conservation and generate positive changes and behaviors towards the environment.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/washed-ashore-art-to-save-the-sea/2023-04-29/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230224T162523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T162523Z
UID:10000764-1682758800-1682787600@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: "Living Things Need Water"
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the arboretum at Lauritzen Gardens and learn how water is important to living things- animals\, people\, and plants. Following along with the story “Living Things Need Water” by Karen Aleo\, 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 membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-living-things-need-water/2023-04-29/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Fitness,Plants
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/book.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230224T163644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T163644Z
UID:10000507-1682758800-1682787600@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Bonsai Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Nebraska Bonsai Society will share their passion for the art of styling trees and help you better understand both the art and the science of bonsai in Nebraska.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/bonsai-exhibition/2023-04-29/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Plants
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/bonsai.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230307T184206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T184206Z
UID:10000811-1682762400-1682766000@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Science Saturday Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join Omaha Public Library for Science Saturdays at A.V. Sorensen all April long! In celebration of NE Science Fest and City Nature Challenge\, Science Saturdays will offer a science-themed storytime at 10am followed by a family-friendly hands-on activity from 10:30-11am. \nStorytime children of all ages are welcome\, as storytimes will be tailored for the age of the children present. We explore the early literacy skills of singing\, playing\, reading\, talking and writing in each storytime. \nChildcare groups and other groups larger than 10\, please call in advance.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/science-saturday-storytime/2023-04-29/
LOCATION:A.V. Sorensen Branch\, 4808 Cass St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/library.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230208T185220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T195335Z
UID:10000620-1682762400-1682771400@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Space Science Series for High School Students
DESCRIPTION:Are you fascinated by space? Are you curious about the origins of the Universe or the evolution of galaxies? The CMB-S4 collaboration\, a worldwide scientific organization of professional astronomers and astrophysics invites you to join the Saturday Space Science Series! This virtual lecture series for high school students will explore the Big Bang\, dark matter\, dark energy\, the expansion of the Universe\, and more. You’ll learn about current astronomy research and careers in astrophysics and cosmology. Students who attend all four Saturdays will receive a certificate of participation. \n  \nDates: April 8\,15\,22\, and 29\, 2023 \nTime: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm (central time zone) \nRegister at: https://forms.gle/pywY4aNwvnFfaazF6 \nContact Person: Juliet Crowell at crowellj@uchicago.edu
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/space-science-series-for-high-school-students/2023-04-29/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/SSpace-Science-final-2023.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230308T234410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T011150Z
UID:10000814-1682762400-1682778600@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Meet an Astronaut Day
DESCRIPTION:Come out to the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum on April 29 from 10am – 2:30pm for their ‘Meet an Astronaut Day’ for NE SciFest.\n\nStarting at 10am they will have educational booths open with interactive STEM activities along with special items from the archive for limited time viewing. Plus\, join the OPS science team to launch water rockets.\n\nAt 12pm the museums CEO & President and Nebraska’s Astronaut Clayton Anderson will host a Q&A along with a meet and greet.\n\nThen at 2pm view a star show in the planetarium.\n\nFree admission.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/meet-an-astronaut-day/
LOCATION:Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum\, 28210 W Park Hwy\, Ashland\, NE\, 68003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Science (general)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20240308T161042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T161042Z
UID:10000784-1682766000-1682769600@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Mueller Planetarium
DESCRIPTION:Mueller Planetarium is located inside Morrill Hall. Shows are available to the public on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays. Tickets may be purchased on site at Morrill Hall. \nThe following are the currently available shows: \nThe Little Star That Could: Saturdays at 11am \nA Starry Tale: Fridays at 1pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 1pm \nDream to Fly: Fridays at 4pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 3pm
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/mueller-planetarium/2023-04-29/
LOCATION:University of Nebraska State Museum – Morrill Hall\, 645 North 14th Street\, Lincoln\, Nebraska\, 68588
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/planetariumPanFinal.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230303T223232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T223406Z
UID:10000793-1682773200-1682776800@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Mueller Planetarium
DESCRIPTION:Mueller Planetarium is located inside Morrill Hall. Shows are available to the public on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays. Tickets may be purchased on site at Morrill Hall. \nThe following are the currently available shows: \nThe Little Star That Could: Saturdays at 11am \nA Starry Tale: Fridays at 1pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 1pm \nDream to Fly: Fridays at 4pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 3pm
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/mueller-planetarium/2023-04-29/
LOCATION:University of Nebraska State Museum – Morrill Hall\, 645 North 14th Street\, Lincoln\, Nebraska\, 68588
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/planetariumPanFinal.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20240308T161041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T161041Z
UID:10000775-1682780400-1682784000@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Mueller Planetarium
DESCRIPTION:Mueller Planetarium is located inside Morrill Hall. Shows are available to the public on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays. Tickets may be purchased on site at Morrill Hall. \nThe following are the currently available shows: \nThe Little Star That Could: Saturdays at 11am \nA Starry Tale: Fridays at 1pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 1pm \nDream to Fly: Fridays at 4pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 3pm
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/mueller-planetarium/2023-04-29/
LOCATION:University of Nebraska State Museum – Morrill Hall\, 645 North 14th Street\, Lincoln\, Nebraska\, 68588
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/planetariumPanFinal.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230216T163229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T163229Z
UID:10000666-1682845200-1682874000@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Above and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum to view their latest exhibit\, Above and Beyond. \nAbove and Beyond celebrates the power of innovation. Packed with interactive challenges; vehicle concept models and prototypes; immersive media presentations; and inspiring innovator stories\, this exhibition invites you to experience what it takes to make impossible dreams take flight. \nRegular museum admission.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/above-and-beyond/2023-04-30/
LOCATION:Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum\, 28210 W Park Hwy\, Ashland\, NE\, 68003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science (general),Technology
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/AboveBeyond_Square.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230224T161429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T161458Z
UID:10000731-1682845200-1682874000@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea
DESCRIPTION:Giant sculptures of sea life\, made from marine debris collected on Oregon’s beaches\, graphically illustrate the tragedy of plastic pollution in our ocean and waterways. The epic exhibit\, Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea\, at Lauritzen Gardens includes a titanic triggerfish\, a pair of grand penguins\, and an 11-foot-long shark named Chompers! More than a set of eye-catching sculptures\, these thought-provoking pieces are designed to inspire conversations about conservation and generate positive changes and behaviors towards the environment.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/washed-ashore-art-to-save-the-sea/2023-04-30/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Environment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/washed-ashore.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230224T162523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T162523Z
UID:10000765-1682845200-1682874000@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: "Living Things Need Water"
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the arboretum at Lauritzen Gardens and learn how water is important to living things- animals\, people\, and plants. Following along with the story “Living Things Need Water” by Karen Aleo\, 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 membership.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/storywalk-living-things-need-water/2023-04-30/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Fitness,Plants
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/book.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230224T163644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T163644Z
UID:10000508-1682845200-1682874000@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Bonsai Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Nebraska Bonsai Society will share their passion for the art of styling trees and help you better understand both the art and the science of bonsai in Nebraska.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/bonsai-exhibition/2023-04-30/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Plants
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/bonsai.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230303T223232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T223406Z
UID:10000794-1682859600-1682863200@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Mueller Planetarium
DESCRIPTION:Mueller Planetarium is located inside Morrill Hall. Shows are available to the public on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays. Tickets may be purchased on site at Morrill Hall. \nThe following are the currently available shows: \nThe Little Star That Could: Saturdays at 11am \nA Starry Tale: Fridays at 1pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 1pm \nDream to Fly: Fridays at 4pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 3pm
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/mueller-planetarium/2023-04-30/
LOCATION:University of Nebraska State Museum – Morrill Hall\, 645 North 14th Street\, Lincoln\, Nebraska\, 68588
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230309T222147Z
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge 2023 at Fontenelle Forest
DESCRIPTION:Come search out a variety of wildlife\, plants\, and fungi for City Nature Challenge 2023 at Fontenelle Forest! \nThere will be 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 2023 is organized by Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. \nThis event is free for members or with daily admission.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/city-nature-challenge-2023-at-fontenelle-forest/
LOCATION:Fontenelle Forest\, 1111 Bellevue Blvd. N.\, Bellevue\, NE\, 68005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Plants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20240308T161041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T161041Z
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SUMMARY:Mueller Planetarium
DESCRIPTION:Mueller Planetarium is located inside Morrill Hall. Shows are available to the public on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays. Tickets may be purchased on site at Morrill Hall. \nThe following are the currently available shows: \nThe Little Star That Could: Saturdays at 11am \nA Starry Tale: Fridays at 1pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 1pm \nDream to Fly: Fridays at 4pm\, Saturday and Sundays at 3pm
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/mueller-planetarium/2023-04-30/
LOCATION:University of Nebraska State Museum – Morrill Hall\, 645 North 14th Street\, Lincoln\, Nebraska\, 68588
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20240215T161200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T161200Z
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SUMMARY:Become A Storm Spotter
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the National Weather Service and hosted by the Emergency Management Departments from UNO\, UNMC\, Douglas County\, and Sarpy County\, this Storm Spotter training will show you how to identify hazardous weather as it approaches\, either by looking at the sky or at weather radar. \nOpen to the general public.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/become-a-storm-spotter/
LOCATION:Thompson Alumni Center\, 6705 Dodge Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science (general),Weather
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20230203T170739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T212324Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Temple Grandin
DESCRIPTION:Autism self-advocate Temple Grandin\, PhD\, will share her unique perspective on animals when she headlines the 2024 Nebraska Science Festival this spring. \nA professor of animal science at Colorado State University\, Dr. Grandin also is a pioneer in improving the handling and welfare of farm animals. \nDr. Grandin will kick off the festival March 26 with her presentation\, “Visual Thinking and Animal Behavior.” The 7:30 p.m. presentation will be at The Garden Theater\, 3125 Oak View Drive in Omaha. Grandin’s talk will help attendees better understand animals in their sensory-based world as well as provide insights into solving problems. General admission tickets are free but required for admittance; tickets (first-come\, first-served basis) will be available March 1 via Eventbrite. The program is suggested for ages 12 and older. \nThe Nebraska Science Festival\, which runs throughout April\, features an array of science- and technology-related activities in communities across the state – all designed to make science accessible\, interactive\, relevant and fun for all ages. \nDr. Grandin’s achievements are remarkable. At age 2 she had no speech and signs of severe autism. She learned speech after many hours of therapy and intensive teaching. Later\, inspired in part by her high school science teacher\, she pursued a career as a scientist and livestock equipment designer. Half the cattle in the U.S. and Canada are handled in equipment she has designed for meat plants. She has developed animal welfare guidelines for the meat industry and consulted with companies on animal welfare. Widely published\, she continues her research at Colorado State University and teaches courses on livestock handling and facility design. \nIn her latest book\, Navigating Autism: 9 Mindsets For Helping Kids on the Spectrum\, Dr. Grandin presents nine strengths-based mindsets necessary to successfully work with young people on the autism spectrum. Her book Animals in Translation was a New York Times best seller\, and her book Livestock Handling and Transport is in its fourth edition. In addition to a popular TED Talk\, she has authored Thinking in Pictures\, Emergence Labeled Autistic\, Animals Make us Human\, Improving Animal Welfare: A Practical Approach\, The Way I See It\, and The Autistic Brain.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/an-evening-with-temple-grandin/
LOCATION:The Garden Theater\, 3125 Oak View Drive\, Omaha\, 68144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Health & Medicine,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240329T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240329T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20240325T192510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T192510Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness Workshop: Preventative Health as You Age
DESCRIPTION:Please join Engage Wellness for a community presentation on preventative healthcare as you age. \nThis completely free workshop\, open to the public\, will focus on how to prevent\, detect\, and address health concerns with your provider. Our guest presenter will provide insight into why preventing serious diseases before they happen is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health. \nPresented by: Alfred Fisher\, MD\, PhD\, Division Chief and Professor of Geriatrics\, Gerontology and Palliative Medicine \nEngage Wellness is located on the first floor of the Home Instead Center for Successful Aging on UNMC’s campus. This event will be hosted in the Group Movement Room. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/wellness-workshop-preventative-health-as-you-age/
LOCATION:UNMC’s Engage Wellness Medical Fitness Center\, 730 South 38th Avenue\, Omaha\, NE\, 68105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240330T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20240214T153208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T153208Z
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SUMMARY:Space: It's Out of This World
DESCRIPTION:Become a Space Cadet at Omaha Public Library! Join the Omaha Children’s Museum as we tour our solar system and learn important physics\, chemistry\, and engineering concepts. Blast off with a combustion reaction\, find out what happens when there is no air pressure\, and watch as we make our own version of a comet! \nThis program is designed for kids grades K-5\, but all ages are welcome. \nRegistration begins March 1. To register for this program\, please email amhamernik@omahalibrary.org or call 402-444-6284.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/space-its-out-of-this-world-3/
LOCATION:Milton R. Abrahams Branch\, 5111 N. 90th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Astronomy,Science (general)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTSTAMP:20260403T180022
CREATED:20210304T213210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T172636Z
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SUMMARY:Walk to the Moon Challenge
DESCRIPTION:NE SciFest is challenging everyone in Nebraska to show their love of science by participating in a 30-day exercise challenge that will collectively take us to the moon. The challenge will start April 1\, and end on April 30. Any type of exercise will count (miles\, minutes or steps) and ALL exercise will be converted into steps for the challenge. The challenge is going to take all our effort as it will require us to cover 238\,855 miles or 477\,710\,000* steps. \nCollectively\, Nebraska\, we can do it! \n*Based on the average of 2\,000 steps per mile. \nHow to submit your steps: \nSteps for App:\n\n\nDownload the Challenge Runner App\nRegister (if you haven’t already)\nScan the QR Code to enroll in our challenge\nStart tracking\n\n \n\n  \n\nSteps for browser (if you don’t want to do the app and track via your smart watch).\n\nGo to the link below on April 1: https://www.challengerunner.com/enroll/9556ay-4gmm \nRegister.\nUpload your steps weekly or daily in the browser.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/walk-to-the-moon-challenge/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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