Fairytale STEM with NE SciFest

A.V. Sorensen Branch 4808 Cass St., Omaha, NE, United States

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.  

Free

Seuss-sational Science

W. Dale Clark (Main) Library 215 S. 15th St., Omaha, NE, United States

Meet the Omaha Children's Museum's resident "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! This program is a part of the Nebraska Science Festival. Check out the OPL events calendar for more […]

Free

McGoogan Library Speaker Series: Pharaoh’s Midwives

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.   Darby has been a nurse for almost 40 years and is certified in Family and Mental Health as […]

Free

Fairytale STEM with NE SciFest

W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United States

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. This program […]

Free

Opera in Conversation: Exploring The Science of Memory with UNMC

Benson Theatre 6054 Maple St., Omaha, NE, United States

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. Join Opera Omaha on Tuesday, April 12th at 6:00pm at The Benson Theater and via livestream. When you register, […]

Free

Tinker Tots

City of Kearney Public Library 2020 1st Avenue, Kearney, NE, United States

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.   Register today at https://www.cityofkearney.org/Activities/Activity/Detail/Tinker-Tots-184

Free

Build, Connect, Create

City of Kearney Public Library 2020 1st Avenue, Kearney, NE, United States

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 […]

Free

Omaha Science Cafe with Common Senses Festival

Join Michael Hollins, James Coleman and Dr. Matthew Goodwin for our next virtual Omaha Science Café on April 13 at 9am. This 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 […]

Free

Raptors & Rye

Mercury 329 S 16th St #3, Omaha, NE, United States

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! Before the rye is poured, Denise Lewis, Director of Programs from Fontenelle Forest, will talk all things raptors. Come early to see these glorious creatures […]

Free – $25

Seuss-sational Science

Benson Branch 6015 Binney Street, Omaha, NE, United States

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.

Free

Fred G. Dale Planetarium at Wayne State College

Fred G. Dale Planetarium Gulliver Dr., Wayne, NE, United States

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.   April Schedule Fridays: Planetarium show is at 7 p.m., and laser show is at 8 p.m. Saturdays: […]

Free

Mad Hatter Tea Party

Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum 28210 W Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, United States

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.  If that wasn't enough, […]