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SUMMARY:Illustrated Poem Contest
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, as part of Chemists Celebrate Earth Week (CCEW)\, the American Chemical Society (ACS) sponsors an illustrated poem contest for K-12 students. The Omaha ACS section invites all area students to compete. The theme of CCEW 2022 is The Buzz About Bugs: Insect Chemistry. \nStudents in grades K-12\, click here for more Information. \nParents and Teachers: You can also find digital educational resources and activity ideas at the ACS website. \nQuestions? Contact ErinGross@creighton.edu
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/illustrated-poem-contest/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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SUMMARY:NE SciFest Art Contest
DESCRIPTION:Open to all ages\, we want you to create (draw\, paint\, glue\, sculpt) artwork that reflects ocean life and be entered to win an NE SciFest swag package. \nThree winners will receive a swag bag of NE SciFest goodies. \nSend a clear photo of your creation to nescifest@gmail.com by April 30 to be entered to win a prize. All art will be showcased on the festival social pages in May. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/ne-scifest-art-contest/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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SUMMARY:NE SciFest Scientific Smore's Ice Cream
DESCRIPTION:Available all April\, our new NE SciFest signature ice cream flavor from eCreamery: SCIENTIFIC SMORE’S! \n\n\n\nScientific Smore’s: Double Vanilla Bean Ice Cream with Chocolate Chunks\, Graham Crunch and Marshmallows.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/ne-scifest-scientific-smores-ice-cream/
LOCATION:eCreamery Ice Cream & Gelato\, 5001 Underwood Ave\, Omaha\, NE\, 68132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:Teen PSA Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Nebraska Cures is inviting teens to participate in their second annual teen public service announcement (PSA) competition designed to promote science and engage in science advocacy.  The competition theme is the “Climate & Health Challenge.”  The competition challenges teens to create and share PSAs on social media that educate about the impact of climate change and extreme weather on physical and mental health. \nEntries can be made in three categories: pictures\, infographics and short videos (60 seconds or less). Entries can be made on Facebook\, Instagram\, TikTok and Twitter and must use #ClimateHealthChallenge and either #NebraskaCures or tag the organization.  $50 prizes will be awarded in each category.  Winners will be announced in early May. \nParticipants must be 13-19 years old and live in Nebraska.  Additional details and a full list of rules are here.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/teen-psa-challenge/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Environment,Health & Medicine,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220411T120000
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SUMMARY:McGoogan Library Speaker Series: Pharaoh's Midwives
DESCRIPTION:Mark Darby\, MSN\, RN\, APRN\, FNP-C\, instructor in the College of Nursing at UNMC\, will present at McGoogan Library‘s next Speaker Series on April 11 at noon. Mr. Darby will present on his book Pharaoh’s Midwives. \n  \nDarby has been a nurse for almost 40 years and is certified in Family and Mental Health as a nurse practitioner. He is the co-leader of the College of Nursing’s Creative Writing Project at UNMC and has been editor of the Journal of Nurse Jocularity for the past eight years. Darby self-published Pharaoh’s Midwives to answer the question: Are the Hebrew midwives in Exodus 1:15 – 21\, named Shipporah and Puah\, Hebrew or Egyptian\, and why does that make a difference in the context of the racial tensions of society today? \n  \nThis event is virtual. Registration for Zoom is required.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/mcgoogan-library-speaker-series-pharaohs-midwives/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Health & Medicine
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T170000
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SUMMARY:Fairytale STEM with NE SciFest
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with Nebraska Science Festival\, join OPL staff to explore STEM by way of familiar and popular fairytales. Science\, Technology\, Engineering and Math are all around us\, even in the stories we love. Explore one or more of these concepts with hands-on activities inspired by a tale. All supplies will be provided. \nThis program is recommended for children in grades 1-5.  Register here.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/fairytale-stem-with-ne-scifest-3/
LOCATION:W. Clarke Swanson Branch\, 9101 W. Dodge Rd.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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SUMMARY:Opera in Conversation: Exploring The Science of Memory with UNMC
DESCRIPTION:Opera in Conversation is a series of three sessions surrounding Opera Omaha mainstage productions that features creatives\, scholars\, and other public figures with a hope to foster cross-disciplinary exploration of art\, big questions\, and community connections. \nJoin Opera Omaha on Tuesday\, April 12th at 6:00pm at The Benson Theater and via livestream. When you register\, please indicate if you plan to attend in-person or via livestream. \nOpera Omaha’s new production of Eugene Onegin will be presented as a memory play. In this community conversation we will explore the science of memory with Dr. David E. Warren and Dr. John O’Hara from University of Nebraska Medical Center. \n  \nAdmission is FREE\, but registration is required. \n  \nTHE BENSON THEATRE’S COVID POLICY: \nThe Benson Theatre requires our audience members and guests of the theater to show proof of vaccination and to wear a mask or face protection for all events at this time. \n  \nIf you are not comfortable disclosing your vaccination status you may join via livestream.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/opera-omaha-community-conversation-exploring-memory-with-unmc/
LOCATION:Benson Theatre\, 6054 Maple St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Health & Medicine
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T193000
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SUMMARY:Tinker Tots
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on STEM program designed especially for you and your preschooler. Help your child develop important math\, science\, and learning readiness skills while having fun! An adult caregiver must remain with the participating child. Limited to 10 participants ages 2–5. \n  \nRegister today at https://www.cityofkearney.org/Activities/Activity/Detail/Tinker-Tots-184
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/tinker-tots/
LOCATION:City of Kearney Public Library\, 2020 1st Avenue\, Kearney\, NE\, 68847\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science (general)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T193000
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SUMMARY:Build\, Connect\, Create
DESCRIPTION:Explore\, create\, and learn as you build with our collection of STEM toys\, including Snap Circuits\, KEVA Planks\, Straws and Connectors\, Magna-Tiles\, and more! What is STEM? STEM stands for Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, and Mathematics. There is a push for youth to start learning about STEM early to empower them with skills to succeed and adapt to our increasingly complex and changing technological world. Limited to 25 participants aged 5–14 per session. Register today at https://www.cityofkearney.org/…/Build-Connect-Create-58.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/build-connect-create/
LOCATION:City of Kearney Public Library\, 2020 1st Avenue\, Kearney\, NE\, 68847\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science (general)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T100000
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SUMMARY:Omaha Science Cafe with Common Senses Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join Michael Hollins\, James Coleman and Dr. Matthew Goodwin for our next virtual Omaha Science Café on April 13 at 9am. \nThis team is behind two of the Common Senses Festival installations. Essentially the two installations\, combined\, make up The EMMA project. Think a prescriptive environment that uses sensors to assess a person’s arousal state and then adjusts (lighting\, sound\, projections) to help someone self regulate. \nThe virtual Science Café will be offered via zoom and livestreamed to the Science Cafe Facebook page. Viewers do not need a Facebook account to view the livestream. \nRegister here for the zoom link. \nScience Cafés involve a conversation with an expert about current science topics. They are open to everyone. Each meeting is organized around an interesting topic of conversation. Experts give a brief presentation followed by a Q&A period. \n  \n  \nSpeaker Bios \nMichael Hollins is the Director of Community & Business Engagement for the iEXCEL program at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Previously\, he served as Chief Creative Officer for community and arts organizations such as KANEKO and Pottawattamie Arts\, Culture & Entertainment (PACE). Michael holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) in Anthropology\, Philosophy\, and Film Studies and Master of Arts in Cinema & Media Studies from the University of California\, Los Angeles (UCLA). He is currently pursuing a Masters in Public Administration from the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) and volunteers with the Nebraska Writers Collective\, Autism Action Partnership\, tbd. Dance Collective and Film Streams. \n  \nJames Coleman is a current doctoral student at Princeton University and is a former Senior Project Engineer at JB&B. Specialized in “Smart Buildings\,” he facilitates the adoption of cutting-edge technology to deliver better occupant experiences in buildings\, for all who use them. In collaboration with Dr. Goodwin\, he developed The LivingRoom: a controllable environment that allows occupants to curate a calming space for themselves out of lights\, sounds and images. James aspires to make Smart Building technologies widespread\, so that all may benefit from environments that understand their unique preferences. \n  \nDr. Matthew S. Goodwin is an Interdisciplinary Associate Professor with joint appointments in the Bouvé College of Health Sciences and Khoury College of Computer Science\, where he is a founding faculty member of a new doctoral program in Personal Health Informatics and Directs the Computational Behavioral Science Laboratory. Dr. Goodwin was a former Visiting Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Informatics at Harvard Medical School\, Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at Brown University\, and Director of Clinical Research at the MIT Media Lab. He has previously served on the Executive Board of the International Society for Autism Research and the Scientific Advisory Board for Autism Speaks. He has over 20 years of research and clinical experience working with children and adults on the autism spectrum and developing and evaluating innovative technologies for behavioral assessment and intervention\, including video and audio capture\, telemetric physiological monitors\, accelerometry sensors\, and digital video/facial recognition systems
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/omaha-science-cafe-with-common-senses-festival/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220414T190000
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SUMMARY:Raptors & Rye
DESCRIPTION:Do you love rye? Do you love raptors? Have you ever thought it would be fun to drink rye and talk about raptors? Well\, this is the event for you! \nBefore the rye is poured\, Denise Lewis\, Director of Programs from Fontenelle Forest\, will talk all things raptors. Come early to see these glorious creatures up close and personal – just please no touching. \nAfter the raptors\, Clark Ross\, owner at Mercury\, will end the evening with the science of rye. Attendees can purchase a sampler and taste along for $25. \nThis is a free event (unless you are purchasing a tasting sampler)\, though tickets are required due to space being limited. \n  \nTICKETS AVAILABLE HERE.  \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/raptors-rye/
LOCATION:Mercury\, 329 S 16th St #3\, Omaha\, NE\, 68102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220415T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220415T150000
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SUMMARY:Seuss-sational Science
DESCRIPTION:Meet the “Seussical Scientist\,” as we bring Dr. Seuss’ classics to life with experiments and silliness inspired by the legendary books! This larger than life program bridges literacy and STEM learning in a fun and engaging way.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/seuss-sational-science-2/
LOCATION:Benson Branch\, 6015 Binney Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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SUMMARY:Fred G. Dale Planetarium at Wayne State College
DESCRIPTION:Doors open 20 minutes prior to the start of a show. Planetarium shows generally include a tour of the current night sky\, a view of the constellations\, and a full-dome video. All shows last about 45 minutes. \n  \nApril Schedule \nFridays: Planetarium show is at 7 p.m.\, and laser show is at 8 p.m.\nSaturdays: Planetarium show is at 1 p.m.\, and laser show is at 2 p.m.\n\nApril 1\, 7pm: Understanding the Large-Scale Structure of the Universe \nApril 2\, 1pm: Understanding the Large-Scale Structure of the Universe \nApril 8\, 7pm: Observational Astronomy \nApril 9\, 1pm: Observational Astronomy \nApril 15\, 7pm: A Universe of Mathematics \nApril 16\, 1pm: A Universe of Mathematics \nApril 22\, 7pm: A Tribute to Science Fiction \nApril 23\, 1pm: A Tribute to Science Fiction \nApril 29\, 7pm: Biology and the Universe \nApril 30\, 1pm: Biology and the Universe
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/fred-g-dale-planetarium/2022-04-15/
LOCATION:Fred G. Dale Planetarium\, Gulliver Dr.\, Wayne\, NE\, 68787\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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SUMMARY:Mad Hatter Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:Follow us down the rabbit hole! The Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum’s Spring Fling is now the “Mad Hatter’s Tea Party.” Visit the museum for a fun-filled\, whimsical day featuring tea from around the world. Plus\, kids of all ages can engage in educational activities like spin paint and more.  \nIf that wasn’t enough\, kids can participate in the scavenger hunt throughout the museum. \nFinally\, while you’re there\, be sure to say “hello” and grab a photo with Alice\, the Mad Hatter\, and the Red Queen from Alice in Wonderland.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/mad-hatter-tea-party/
LOCATION:Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum\, 28210 W Park Hwy\, Ashland\, NE\, 68003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220416T134500
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SUMMARY:Fred G. Dale Planetarium at Wayne State College
DESCRIPTION:Doors open 20 minutes prior to the start of a show. Planetarium shows generally include a tour of the current night sky\, a view of the constellations\, and a full-dome video. All shows last about 45 minutes. \n  \nApril Schedule \nFridays: Planetarium show is at 7 p.m.\, and laser show is at 8 p.m.\nSaturdays: Planetarium show is at 1 p.m.\, and laser show is at 2 p.m.\n\nApril 1\, 7pm: Understanding the Large-Scale Structure of the Universe \nApril 2\, 1pm: Understanding the Large-Scale Structure of the Universe \nApril 8\, 7pm: Observational Astronomy \nApril 9\, 1pm: Observational Astronomy \nApril 15\, 7pm: A Universe of Mathematics \nApril 16\, 1pm: A Universe of Mathematics \nApril 22\, 7pm: A Tribute to Science Fiction \nApril 23\, 1pm: A Tribute to Science Fiction \nApril 29\, 7pm: Biology and the Universe \nApril 30\, 1pm: Biology and the Universe
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/fred-g-dale-planetarium/2022-04-16/
LOCATION:Fred G. Dale Planetarium\, Gulliver Dr.\, Wayne\, NE\, 68787\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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