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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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SUMMARY:NE SciFest Essay Contest
DESCRIPTION:The NE SciFest Essay Contest is back again. This year we want you to write an essay answering the question below and be entered to win a NE SciFest swag package. \nThis year’s SciFest essay question: In honor of our keynote speaker – and her high school science teacher and mentor\, Mr. Carlock\, who encouraged her interest in science – tell us about an important science mentor in your life. \n  \nContest is open to all Nebraskans 19 years and younger. Essays must be emailed to nescifest@gmail.com by April 30\, 2024.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/ne-scifest-essay-contest/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Science (general)
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SUMMARY:NE SciFest Art Contest
DESCRIPTION:Back for a fourth year is the NE SciFest Art Contest. \nUsing our keynote speakers’ background in animal behavior as inspiration\, create artwork that reflects your favorite animal. \nThree winners will receive a swag bag of NE SciFest goodies. \nAll entries must meet the following requirements: \n\nAll entrants must live in the state of Nebraska\nEach participant may only submit one image. However\, a teacher/coach/parent may submit multiple images\nMust be able to email a clear\, well photographed image of creation to NE SciFest
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/ne-scifest-art-contest-2/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240415T170000
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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/2024-04-15/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240415T170000
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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/2024-04-15/
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:20240415T163000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240313T205818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154506Z
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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/2024-04-15/
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:20240416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T170000
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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/2024-04-16/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
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/2024-04-16/
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:20240416T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240325T152033Z
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SUMMARY:Mudpies
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a unique setting in which to have fun with your child while learning about the natural world? \nMudpies is a structured program for children ages 3-5\,  at Fontenelle Forest\, that encourages exploration of nature and interaction between a child and their caregiver. Each week\, a natural science theme is explored through crafts\, outdoor exploration\, songs\, stories\, hikes and more! Each session will feature a different craft or activity\, along with storytime and a guided hike. Come discover the joy of sharing nature with your child! \nThis program is for children ages 3-5 accompanied by a caregiver. Registration required.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/mudpies/2024-04-16/
LOCATION:Fontenelle Forest\, 1111 Bellevue Blvd. N.\, Bellevue\, NE\, 68005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T163000
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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/2024-04-16/
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:20240416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T134454Z
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SUMMARY:15th annual Richard B. Davis\, MD\, PhD\, History of Medicine Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Jay Baruch\, MD\, will present the 15th annual Richard B. Davis\, MD\, PhD\, History of Medicine Lecture\, hosted by the McGoogan Health Sciences Library. \nDr. Baruch’s lecture\, “Humanities as Critical Medicine: The Necessary Practice of Uncertainty\, Adaptability and Discovery\,” will encompass his more than 30 years as an emergency room physician and the emotions\, difficult choices and moral challenges he has experienced. Dr. Baruch is a writer\, ER physician\, educator and professor of emergency medicine at Alpert Medical School of Brown University\, where he serves as the director of the Medical Humanities and Bioethics Scholarly Concentration. \nThe Davis Lecture will take place on Tuesday\, April 16\, from noon-1 p.m. The lecture will be a hybrid event located at the UNMC Sorrell Center\, room 2014\, and via Zoom (registration required). Zoom captioning will be available\, along with an American Sign Language interpreter online. \nAs a practicing ER physician for more than 30 years\, Dr. Baruch has learned that caring for patients can feel like swimming in choppy waters teeming with uncertainty\, crests of emotions\, difficult choices and moral challenges. He discovered how bridging disciplines with skills from his other life as a writer and his humanities and arts-based work have been critical clinical tools in his practice and informed his “accidental” academic career. \nThe Richard B. Davis\, MD\, PhD\, History of Medicine Lectureship brings national experts to the UNMC campus to discuss the history of medicine in support of special collections at the McGoogan Library\, including rare books and works on the history of medicine. The lectureship is supported through an endowed fund given by the late Richard B. Davis (1926-2010)\, MD\, PhD\, who was a UNMC faculty member from 1969 to 1994 and professor emeritus of internal medicine at UNMC. Dr. Davis and his wife\, Jean\, provided support for the lectureship out of his longstanding interest in the history of medicine.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/15th-annual-richard-b-davis-md-phd-history-of-medicine-lecture/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Health & Medicine
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T170000
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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/2024-04-17/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
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/2024-04-17/
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:20240417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T163000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240313T205818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154506Z
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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/2024-04-17/
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:20240417T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240329T181318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T181318Z
UID:10001486-1713355200-1713358800@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Free Adult Blood Pressure Checks
DESCRIPTION:The Nebraska Science Festival in collaboration with the UNMC/Nebraska Medicine Community Wellness Collaborative is excited to provide free adult blood pressure checks for the Omaha Community during the month of April. Blood Pressure checks will take place at the Community Wellness Collaborative at The Highlander (2120 N 29th St.\, Suite 200) on Wednesday\, April 10th and 17th\, noon to 1 p.m. Healthy snacks (while supplies last) and additional educational materials will be provided to those who stop in and get their blood pressure checked. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/free-adult-blood-pressure-checks/2024-04-17/
LOCATION:Community Wellness Collaborative at The Highlander\, 2120 N 29th St.\, Suite 200\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Medicine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240322T162655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T144108Z
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SUMMARY:!CANCELLED! The Science of Ales & Lagers
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. \n  \nNE SciFest with Lucky Bucket Brewing present The Science of Ales & Lagers. Owner Zac Triemert will guide you through the science behind ales and lagers (how are they similar\, how are they different\, come find out). The class includes a tour and optional tasting available for purchase. \nLucky Bucket is one of Nebraska’s oldest craft breweries\, we tapped our first beer in January 2008 with the debut of Pre-Prohibition Lager which\, along with Certified Evil Imperial Stout have been stalwarts on taps and shelves across Nebraska. \nFree event for those 21 and over\, registration required. \n 
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/the-science-of-ales-lagers/
LOCATION:Lucky Bucket Brewing\, 11941 Centennial Road\, Suite 1\, La Vista\, NE\, 68128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
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/2024-04-18/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
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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/2024-04-18/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240325T152033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T152033Z
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SUMMARY:Mudpies
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a unique setting in which to have fun with your child while learning about the natural world? \nMudpies is a structured program for children ages 3-5\,  at Fontenelle Forest\, that encourages exploration of nature and interaction between a child and their caregiver. Each week\, a natural science theme is explored through crafts\, outdoor exploration\, songs\, stories\, hikes and more! Each session will feature a different craft or activity\, along with storytime and a guided hike. Come discover the joy of sharing nature with your child! \nThis program is for children ages 3-5 accompanied by a caregiver. Registration required.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/mudpies/2024-04-18/
LOCATION:Fontenelle Forest\, 1111 Bellevue Blvd. N.\, Bellevue\, NE\, 68005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environment,Plants,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T163000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240313T205818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154506Z
UID:10001372-1713434400-1713457800@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/2024-04-18/
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:20240418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240222T205619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T205619Z
UID:10000861-1713441600-1713445200@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:COE Graduate Programs Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the UNL College of Engineering to learn more about the benefits of an advanced degree\, application process\, funding\, and UNL Engineering programs at this information session. This is open to all prospective students interested in the College of Engineering.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/coe-graduate-programs-information-session/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Science (general),Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T190000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240222T213105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T191533Z
UID:10000862-1713459600-1713466800@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:G. Stanley Hall Science Night
DESCRIPTION:Join G.Stanley Hall for their inaugural Science Night on April 18. \nHands-on stations throughout the school will include: Floaters and Sinkers (with fruit)\, Zoomeranges\, Chromatography\, Density cubs\, Microscope guessing game\, Bubble measuring\, Robotics unit with Spheros and Keva Planks\, Seed Distribution\, aluminum boats\, and Rotocopters will be set up for families to explore. \nEveryone attending will also have access to view the tomatospheres from their 6th grade science classes.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/g-stanley-hall-science-night/
LOCATION:G. Stanley Hall\, 7600 S 72nd St.\, La Vista\, NE\, 68128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T183000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240403T153955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240406T170730Z
UID:10001484-1713461400-1713465000@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Science Cafe: "Indigenous Cancer Research Education for Environmental Justice"
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 18 for a virtual science cafe for the Nebraska Science Festival. Drs. Idoate and Rookwood will be presenting\, “Indigenous Cancer Research Education for Environmental Justice.” \nThis cafe will share how a National Cancer Institute-funded research education program centers Indigenous STEM pedagogy\, practices\, and resources to advance cancer education through an Environmental Justice framework. \nRegina Idoate is an enrolled member of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma and an Associate Professor of Health Promotion in the College of Public Health at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She has a PhD in Preventive and Societal Medicine\, Master’s degrees in Spanish Language and Culture & Christian Spirituality and a graduate certificate in Maternal and Child Health. Regina loves to collaborate across disciplines\, colleges and cultures. She specializes in Indigenous research methods and works in partnership with public schools\, non-profit organizations\, academic institutions\, communities and tribes to promote health and wellness. \nAislinn Rookwood is a mother of two and public health specialist who grew up in between Polson\, Montana and Phoenix\, Arizona. She is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Promotion in the College of Public Health at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She also serves as the Director of Programs for CityMatCH. In the College of Public Health\, she is the program manager for a research pathways program for underrepresented students. Her interests are focused on understanding how to better address children’s environmental exposures across the lifespan through community-engaged research\, research workforce development\, and primary care. \nZoom Link: https://unmc.zoom.us/j/98063364607?pwd=TXZFZXFWbncwZlgxc2p6SmZEcUdCQT09  \nPasscode (if needed): 888400
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/virtual-science-cafe-indigenous-cancer-research-education-for-environmental-justice/
LOCATION:NE
CATEGORIES:Environment,Health & Medicine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T190000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20220314T185427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T164501Z
UID:10000429-1713513600-1713553200@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Nebraska Academy of Sciences Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Nebraska Academy of Sciences will host its 134th Annual Meeting on April 19 at The University of Nebraska East Campus Union in Lincoln\, NE.  The meeting will be a HYBRID format with both in-person and remote-Zoom access for presentations and participation.  This Meeting provides an excellent opportunity for students\, faculty\, and scientists to share their research results with peers and colleagues across Nebraska.  \nPlease contact nebacad@unl.edu with questions and visit neacadsci.org for more information
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/nebraska-academy-of-sciences-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:University of Nebraska East Campus Student Union\, 1705 Arbor Drive\, Lincoln\, 68503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240322T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
UID:10001415-1713517200-1713546000@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/2024-04-19/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240322T152710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T152710Z
UID:10001446-1713517200-1713546000@www.nescifest.com
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/2024-04-19/
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:20240419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T163000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240313T205818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154506Z
UID:10001373-1713520800-1713544200@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/2024-04-19/
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:20240419T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T133000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240223T173028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T173028Z
UID:10000589-1713526200-1713533400@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Resilience: Film Screening & Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Adversity in childhood has lifelong effects on health and behavior. Resilience: the Biology of Stress & the Science of Hope chronicles the use of brain science to disrupt cycles of violence\, addiction and disease. Learn more about treatment and prevention of childhood toxic stress and what is happening right here in Lincoln. Space is limited\, registration is required.\n\nClick the link below to preview the film:\nhttps://kpjrfilms.co/resilience/
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/resilience-film-screening-discussion/
LOCATION:BraveBe Child Advocacy Center\, 5025 Garland Street\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Medicine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240228T220500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T151944Z
UID:10000596-1713528000-1713531600@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:First Star Recycling Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join NE SciFest at First Star Recycling on April 19 at noon for a tour of Omaha’s leading recycling center. \nFirst Star understands the importance and value of sustainable recycling practices and are passionate about making it easier and more economical for Nebraska and Iowa homeowners and businesses to manage their wastes. \nAs the leader in Omaha recycling\, they are proud to help Nebraska and Iowa communities reduce their waste going to landfill and make the most from their wasted resources. \nThe tour will show the receiving area for residentially generated single stream recycling; sorting equipment; baling operations; inventory & storage for load accumulation; and shipping areas.  We will also visit the shredding\, cleaning\, and lumber manufacturing equipment.  While the tour shows equipment and processing operations\, discussion will include waste stream impacts from recycling; need for materials to support a circular economy; and markets for materials we process. \nAdditional Info: \n\nTour is FREE\, but registration is required. Space is limited.\nNo children under 8 permitted due to safety reasons.\nChildren over 8 must be accompanied by an adult.\nClosed toe shoes must be worn.\nSafety hats and goggles will be provided.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/first-star-recycling-tour/
LOCATION:First Star Recycling\, 10330 “I” Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68127\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environment,Science (general)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T194500
DTSTAMP:20260413T143811
CREATED:20240313T191639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154607Z
UID:10000875-1713553200-1713555900@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:Fred G. Dale Planetarium
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. \nApril Shows: \nFriday\, April 5 – Eclipse Weekend!\n7 p.m. Planetarium show – Eclipses and Phases of the Moon\n8 p.m. Planetarium show – Eclipse Across America 2024 \nSaturday\, April 6 – Eclipse Weekend!\n1 p.m. Planetarium show – Eclipse Across America 2024\n2 p.m. Planetarium show – Eclipses and Phases of the Moon \nSunday\, April 7 – Eclipse Weekend!\n1 p.m. Planetarium show – Eclipses and Phases of the Moon\n2 p.m. Planetarium show – Eclipse Across America 2024 \nFriday\, April 12\n7 p.m. Planetarium show – Tales of the Mayan Skies \nSaturday\, April 13\n1 p.m. Planetarium show – The Sky We Don’t See \nFriday\, April 19\n7 p.m. Planetarium show – STARS \nSaturday\, April 20\n1 p.m. Planetarium show – Astronaut \nFriday\, April 26 – Spring Season Final Weekend!\n7 p.m. Planetarium show – Cosmic Colors \nSaturday\, April 27 – Spring Season Final Weekend!\n1 p.m. Planetarium show – Oasis in Space
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/2408/2024-04-19/
LOCATION:Fred G. Dale Planetarium\, Gulliver Dr.\, Wayne\, NE\, 68787\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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