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, […]

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

Third Tuesday Bird Outing

Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center 11700 SW 100th Street, Denton, NE, United States

The popular third Tuesday bird outing has returned for a new year. Join a knowledgeable bird guide on an outing around the accessible trails. Meet fellow birders and learn the birds of the prairie. Free admission. We ask for on-line registration so we know who and how many are coming and so we can email […]

Free

Nebraska Nature Nerd Night: Fantastic Fungi

Join us as we dive into the world of fungi, the organism so important it helps our world go round. We’ll hear from experts on what fun fungi can be found in Nebraska, and surprising reasons we should add fungi on our daily gratitude list. This is a FREE event, but does require registration: Register Here […]

Free

Homeschool Hike

Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE, United States

Schramm Park is launching a new nature exploration program geared towards homeschool families. Each month, join an outdoor educator for a guided hike on the Schramm Park hiking trails. As we explore, we’ll ask questions, draw, observe, and make discoveries in nature. You’ll have the opportunity to observe local phenomena, plants, and animals while exploring […]

Free – $5

Lunch & Learn: Biomedical Scientist Zoltan Takacs

Holland Performing Arts Center 1200 Douglas Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Join us on April 20, noon, for a very special Lunch and Learn with National Geographic Live biomedical scientist, Zoltan Takacs at the Holland Center. This intimate setting will allow you to ask questions related to Earth's Deadliest Lifesavers and Zoltan Takacs career. The Earth’s deadliest animal venoms are a source of a number of lifesaving medicines […]

Free
Event Series Legos at the Library

Legos at the Library

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

Come for some brick-snappin' fun! You can design and build your own creations and enjoy hanging out with other Lego enthusiasts. We'll supply the Legos, you just need to bring your imagination. No registration is needed for this program designed for youth ages 3–12.

Free

Bio & Beers Happy Hour

Code Beer Co. 200 S Antelope Valley Pkwy, Lincoln, NE, United States

You're invited to Bio Nebraska's Bio & Beers Happy Hour on April 21 at 4:30pm. Connect with professionals from across Nebraska’s bioscience industry at Code Beer Co. in Lincoln, Nebraska. Free for Bio Nebraska Members, $10 for non-members. Register here by April 13.

Free – $10
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