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SUMMARY:Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®
DESCRIPTION:BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks all month long at Lauritzen Gardens. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275\,000 LEGO® bricks\, including a majestic monarch butterfly\, a hovering hummingbird\, a sly fox\, and more! Ignite your imagination\, make your own brick-built creations\, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/sean-kenneys-nature-connects/2025-04-09/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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SUMMARY:Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®
DESCRIPTION:BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks all month long at Lauritzen Gardens. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275\,000 LEGO® bricks\, including a majestic monarch butterfly\, a hovering hummingbird\, a sly fox\, and more! Ignite your imagination\, make your own brick-built creations\, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/sean-kenneys-nature-connects/2025-04-08/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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SUMMARY:Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®
DESCRIPTION:BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks all month long at Lauritzen Gardens. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275\,000 LEGO® bricks\, including a majestic monarch butterfly\, a hovering hummingbird\, a sly fox\, and more! Ignite your imagination\, make your own brick-built creations\, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/sean-kenneys-nature-connects/2025-04-07/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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SUMMARY:Our Wildflowers by Betni Kalk
DESCRIPTION:“Our Wildflowers” is a collection of paintings by Betni Kalk that are inspired by wildflowers from Nebraska and beyond. The exhibit\, at Lauritzen Gardens\, features vibrant depictions of the insects that rely on these flowers\, tranquil tree groupings framed by sunlight\, and dramatic cloudscapes that hover over the Nebraska landscape. Each piece invites viewers to connect with the beauty of nature and the delicate ecosystems that surround us. \nARTIST BIO\nBethany “Betni” Kalk is an artist\, designer\, muralist\, advocate of community art and professor of art and design. She was born in Canada and at age three her missionary parents moved the family to Papua New Guinea (PNG) where they lived for 10 years. She lived in the States for high school\, college and graduate school where she studied graphic design\, painting\, and drawing. When not teaching\, she explores the natural landscapes of other countries\, and visits different regions of the U.S. to and from artist residencies. \nShe has exhibited in numerous locations including Lexington\, Milwaukee\, Minneapolis\, New York\, Omaha and San Francisco. She has received numerous grants and residencies around the U.S. including Sitka Center\, San Juan National Forest\, the Anderson Center and the Pine Needles Program through the Science Museum of Minnesota. \nShe currently lives in Omaha\, NE with her partner and two children where she teaches graphic design at Creighton University in the Computer Science\, Design and Journalism Dept.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/our-wildflowers-by-betni-kalk/2025-04-06/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Plants
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SUMMARY:Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®
DESCRIPTION:BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks all month long at Lauritzen Gardens. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275\,000 LEGO® bricks\, including a majestic monarch butterfly\, a hovering hummingbird\, a sly fox\, and more! Ignite your imagination\, make your own brick-built creations\, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/sean-kenneys-nature-connects/2025-04-06/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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SUMMARY:Our Wildflowers by Betni Kalk
DESCRIPTION:“Our Wildflowers” is a collection of paintings by Betni Kalk that are inspired by wildflowers from Nebraska and beyond. The exhibit\, at Lauritzen Gardens\, features vibrant depictions of the insects that rely on these flowers\, tranquil tree groupings framed by sunlight\, and dramatic cloudscapes that hover over the Nebraska landscape. Each piece invites viewers to connect with the beauty of nature and the delicate ecosystems that surround us. \nARTIST BIO\nBethany “Betni” Kalk is an artist\, designer\, muralist\, advocate of community art and professor of art and design. She was born in Canada and at age three her missionary parents moved the family to Papua New Guinea (PNG) where they lived for 10 years. She lived in the States for high school\, college and graduate school where she studied graphic design\, painting\, and drawing. When not teaching\, she explores the natural landscapes of other countries\, and visits different regions of the U.S. to and from artist residencies. \nShe has exhibited in numerous locations including Lexington\, Milwaukee\, Minneapolis\, New York\, Omaha and San Francisco. She has received numerous grants and residencies around the U.S. including Sitka Center\, San Juan National Forest\, the Anderson Center and the Pine Needles Program through the Science Museum of Minnesota. \nShe currently lives in Omaha\, NE with her partner and two children where she teaches graphic design at Creighton University in the Computer Science\, Design and Journalism Dept.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/our-wildflowers-by-betni-kalk/2025-04-05/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Plants
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SUMMARY:Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®
DESCRIPTION:BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks all month long at Lauritzen Gardens. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275\,000 LEGO® bricks\, including a majestic monarch butterfly\, a hovering hummingbird\, a sly fox\, and more! Ignite your imagination\, make your own brick-built creations\, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/sean-kenneys-nature-connects/2025-04-05/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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SUMMARY:Night Skies at Lauritzen Gardens
DESCRIPTION:As the seasons shift\, so does the sky. Join the Omaha Astronomical Society for a magical evening of stargazing at Lauritzen Gardens. Enjoy a tram ride to the rose garden\, where you’ll view the gorgeous night sky through powerful telescopes. Observe distant deep-sky objects\, planets\, and the moon in the serene garden setting. \nThese outdoor experiences require specific conditions for optimum viewing. In the event of inclement weather or unsuitable conditions for night sky viewing\, the session may be rescheduled. \nPre-registration is required at least one week in advance of the session.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/night-skies-at-lauritzen-gardens/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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SUMMARY:Our Wildflowers by Betni Kalk
DESCRIPTION:“Our Wildflowers” is a collection of paintings by Betni Kalk that are inspired by wildflowers from Nebraska and beyond. The exhibit\, at Lauritzen Gardens\, features vibrant depictions of the insects that rely on these flowers\, tranquil tree groupings framed by sunlight\, and dramatic cloudscapes that hover over the Nebraska landscape. Each piece invites viewers to connect with the beauty of nature and the delicate ecosystems that surround us. \nARTIST BIO\nBethany “Betni” Kalk is an artist\, designer\, muralist\, advocate of community art and professor of art and design. She was born in Canada and at age three her missionary parents moved the family to Papua New Guinea (PNG) where they lived for 10 years. She lived in the States for high school\, college and graduate school where she studied graphic design\, painting\, and drawing. When not teaching\, she explores the natural landscapes of other countries\, and visits different regions of the U.S. to and from artist residencies. \nShe has exhibited in numerous locations including Lexington\, Milwaukee\, Minneapolis\, New York\, Omaha and San Francisco. She has received numerous grants and residencies around the U.S. including Sitka Center\, San Juan National Forest\, the Anderson Center and the Pine Needles Program through the Science Museum of Minnesota. \nShe currently lives in Omaha\, NE with her partner and two children where she teaches graphic design at Creighton University in the Computer Science\, Design and Journalism Dept.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/our-wildflowers-by-betni-kalk/2025-04-04/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Plants
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SUMMARY:Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®
DESCRIPTION:BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks all month long at Lauritzen Gardens. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275\,000 LEGO® bricks\, including a majestic monarch butterfly\, a hovering hummingbird\, a sly fox\, and more! Ignite your imagination\, make your own brick-built creations\, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/sean-kenneys-nature-connects/2025-04-04/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T170000
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SUMMARY:Our Wildflowers by Betni Kalk
DESCRIPTION:“Our Wildflowers” is a collection of paintings by Betni Kalk that are inspired by wildflowers from Nebraska and beyond. The exhibit\, at Lauritzen Gardens\, features vibrant depictions of the insects that rely on these flowers\, tranquil tree groupings framed by sunlight\, and dramatic cloudscapes that hover over the Nebraska landscape. Each piece invites viewers to connect with the beauty of nature and the delicate ecosystems that surround us. \nARTIST BIO\nBethany “Betni” Kalk is an artist\, designer\, muralist\, advocate of community art and professor of art and design. She was born in Canada and at age three her missionary parents moved the family to Papua New Guinea (PNG) where they lived for 10 years. She lived in the States for high school\, college and graduate school where she studied graphic design\, painting\, and drawing. When not teaching\, she explores the natural landscapes of other countries\, and visits different regions of the U.S. to and from artist residencies. \nShe has exhibited in numerous locations including Lexington\, Milwaukee\, Minneapolis\, New York\, Omaha and San Francisco. She has received numerous grants and residencies around the U.S. including Sitka Center\, San Juan National Forest\, the Anderson Center and the Pine Needles Program through the Science Museum of Minnesota. \nShe currently lives in Omaha\, NE with her partner and two children where she teaches graphic design at Creighton University in the Computer Science\, Design and Journalism Dept.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/our-wildflowers-by-betni-kalk/2025-04-03/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Plants
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SUMMARY:Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®
DESCRIPTION:BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks all month long at Lauritzen Gardens. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275\,000 LEGO® bricks\, including a majestic monarch butterfly\, a hovering hummingbird\, a sly fox\, and more! Ignite your imagination\, make your own brick-built creations\, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/sean-kenneys-nature-connects/2025-04-03/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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SUMMARY:Our Wildflowers by Betni Kalk
DESCRIPTION:“Our Wildflowers” is a collection of paintings by Betni Kalk that are inspired by wildflowers from Nebraska and beyond. The exhibit\, at Lauritzen Gardens\, features vibrant depictions of the insects that rely on these flowers\, tranquil tree groupings framed by sunlight\, and dramatic cloudscapes that hover over the Nebraska landscape. Each piece invites viewers to connect with the beauty of nature and the delicate ecosystems that surround us. \nARTIST BIO\nBethany “Betni” Kalk is an artist\, designer\, muralist\, advocate of community art and professor of art and design. She was born in Canada and at age three her missionary parents moved the family to Papua New Guinea (PNG) where they lived for 10 years. She lived in the States for high school\, college and graduate school where she studied graphic design\, painting\, and drawing. When not teaching\, she explores the natural landscapes of other countries\, and visits different regions of the U.S. to and from artist residencies. \nShe has exhibited in numerous locations including Lexington\, Milwaukee\, Minneapolis\, New York\, Omaha and San Francisco. She has received numerous grants and residencies around the U.S. including Sitka Center\, San Juan National Forest\, the Anderson Center and the Pine Needles Program through the Science Museum of Minnesota. \nShe currently lives in Omaha\, NE with her partner and two children where she teaches graphic design at Creighton University in the Computer Science\, Design and Journalism Dept.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/our-wildflowers-by-betni-kalk/2025-04-02/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Plants
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SUMMARY:Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®
DESCRIPTION:BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks all month long at Lauritzen Gardens. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275\,000 LEGO® bricks\, including a majestic monarch butterfly\, a hovering hummingbird\, a sly fox\, and more! Ignite your imagination\, make your own brick-built creations\, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/sean-kenneys-nature-connects/2025-04-02/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T170000
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SUMMARY:Our Wildflowers by Betni Kalk
DESCRIPTION:“Our Wildflowers” is a collection of paintings by Betni Kalk that are inspired by wildflowers from Nebraska and beyond. The exhibit\, at Lauritzen Gardens\, features vibrant depictions of the insects that rely on these flowers\, tranquil tree groupings framed by sunlight\, and dramatic cloudscapes that hover over the Nebraska landscape. Each piece invites viewers to connect with the beauty of nature and the delicate ecosystems that surround us. \nARTIST BIO\nBethany “Betni” Kalk is an artist\, designer\, muralist\, advocate of community art and professor of art and design. She was born in Canada and at age three her missionary parents moved the family to Papua New Guinea (PNG) where they lived for 10 years. She lived in the States for high school\, college and graduate school where she studied graphic design\, painting\, and drawing. When not teaching\, she explores the natural landscapes of other countries\, and visits different regions of the U.S. to and from artist residencies. \nShe has exhibited in numerous locations including Lexington\, Milwaukee\, Minneapolis\, New York\, Omaha and San Francisco. She has received numerous grants and residencies around the U.S. including Sitka Center\, San Juan National Forest\, the Anderson Center and the Pine Needles Program through the Science Museum of Minnesota. \nShe currently lives in Omaha\, NE with her partner and two children where she teaches graphic design at Creighton University in the Computer Science\, Design and Journalism Dept.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/our-wildflowers-by-betni-kalk/2025-04-01/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Plants
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T085056
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SUMMARY:Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®
DESCRIPTION:BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks all month long at Lauritzen Gardens. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275\,000 LEGO® bricks\, including a majestic monarch butterfly\, a hovering hummingbird\, a sly fox\, and more! Ignite your imagination\, make your own brick-built creations\, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/sean-kenneys-nature-connects/2025-04-01/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T170000
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SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Feathers for Lunch”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and read about the adventures and escapades of an escaped house cat who encounters twelve common birds in the backyard. Following along with the story “Feathers for Lunch” by Lois Ehlert\, 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-feathers-for-lunch/2024-04-30/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T170000
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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)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/brickosaurs87.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T085056
CREATED:20240322T154207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154055Z
UID:10001459-1714381200-1714410000@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Feathers for Lunch”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and read about the adventures and escapades of an escaped house cat who encounters twelve common birds in the backyard. Following along with the story “Feathers for Lunch” by Lois Ehlert\, 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-feathers-for-lunch/2024-04-29/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1feathers.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T085056
CREATED:20240322T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
UID:10001425-1714381200-1714410000@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/2024-04-29/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/brickosaurs87.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T085056
CREATED:20240322T154207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154055Z
UID:10001458-1714294800-1714323600@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Feathers for Lunch”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and read about the adventures and escapades of an escaped house cat who encounters twelve common birds in the backyard. Following along with the story “Feathers for Lunch” by Lois Ehlert\, 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-feathers-for-lunch/2024-04-28/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1feathers.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T085056
CREATED:20240322T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
UID:10001424-1714294800-1714323600@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/2024-04-28/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/brickosaurs87.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T085056
CREATED:20240322T154410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T154410Z
UID:10001462-1714219200-1714230000@www.nescifest.com
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)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1ChompStompRoar22.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T085056
CREATED:20240322T154207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154055Z
UID:10001457-1714208400-1714237200@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Feathers for Lunch”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and read about the adventures and escapades of an escaped house cat who encounters twelve common birds in the backyard. Following along with the story “Feathers for Lunch” by Lois Ehlert\, 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-feathers-for-lunch/2024-04-27/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1feathers.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T085056
CREATED:20240322T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
UID:10001423-1714208400-1714237200@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/2024-04-27/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/brickosaurs87.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T085056
CREATED:20240322T154207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154055Z
UID:10001456-1714122000-1714150800@www.nescifest.com
SUMMARY:StoryWalk®: “Feathers for Lunch”
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and read about the adventures and escapades of an escaped house cat who encounters twelve common birds in the backyard. Following along with the story “Feathers for Lunch” by Lois Ehlert\, 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-feathers-for-lunch/2024-04-26/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1feathers.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T085056
CREATED:20240322T153437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T153555Z
UID:10001455-1714122000-1714150800@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.
URL:https://www.nescifest.com/event/arbor-day-tree-giveaway-2/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Environment,Plants
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1ArborDay-Lauritzen99.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T085056
CREATED:20240322T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
UID:10001422-1714122000-1714150800@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/2024-04-26/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/brickosaurs87.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T085056
CREATED:20240322T152710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T152710Z
UID:10001452-1714035600-1714064400@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/2024-04-25/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Environment,Plants,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1StoryWalk81.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T085056
CREATED:20240322T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T154700Z
UID:10001421-1714035600-1714064400@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/2024-04-25/
LOCATION:Lauritzen Gardens\, 100 Bancroft Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68108
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts & Culture,Science (general)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nescifest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/brickosaurs87.jpg
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