SciComm: From the Pandemic Forward
Join us for a panel discussion on science communication during the pandemic and strategies to increase general understanding of science. Free, please register here.
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Library Speaker Series: Quackery Through the Ages with Lydia Kang, M.D.
Lobotomies. Bloodletting. Leeches. Arsenic. The usage of dubiously helpful and occasionally harmful treatments have been a mainstay of medical care since the beginning of recorded history. In many cases, these were done with the hope of a true cure, but often they were done in the guise of beneficence in order to financially benefit the […]
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Omaha Children’s Museum STEAM Wagon
Omaha Children's Museum 500 South 20th Street, Omaha, NELook for the Omaha Children's Museum (OCM) STEAM Wagon throughout the museum daily. Each day will feature exciting science, technology, engineering, math, and art experiences. Perhaps today we'll learn about rockets or what makes a bubble float! What is Playdough made of? What colors mix together to make purple? Learn the answers to these questions […]
$14
Illustrated Poem Contest
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. Students in grades K-12, click here for more Information. Parents and Teachers: You can also […]
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Fred G. Dale Planetarium at Wayne State College
Fred G. Dale Planetarium Gulliver Dr., Wayne, NE, United StatesDoors 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: […]
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King Science & Technology Magnet Science Day
King Science and Technology Magnet 3720 Florence Blvd., Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin King Science & Technology Magnet for a morning of activities put together by their healthcare, zoo and space programs. Create a traveling first aid kit, create pollinating seed cards/bombs, and flying free flight Gliders. Incase of bad weather, this event will move indoors.
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Fred G. Dale Planetarium at Wayne State College
Fred G. Dale Planetarium Gulliver Dr., Wayne, NE, United StatesDoors 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: […]
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“Mini-Messier Marathon” at Branched Oak Observatory
Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th St., Raymond, NE, United StatesSure, you may have seen M42- the beautiful Orion Nebula or M31- the incredible Andromeda Galaxy but what about the ENTIRE catalog of 110 deep-space “Messier Objects”? We are going to give it a try, and do so ALL in ONE evening. Are we crazy? Well, we are astronomers, so you be the judge. Join […]
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The Flora of the Nebraska Tallgrass Prairie: Past & Present
Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center 11700 SW 100th Street, Denton, NE, United StatesJoin us for this free exhibit opening highlighting the research about the "human ecology of Nebraska's tallgrass prairie" conducted by history majors at Doane University. Special items from Doane University's Perkins Library and Archives will be on display, including the botanical watercolors of Mary Doane, the sister of Doane's founder, Thomas Doane. Materials related to […]
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Teen DIY: Morse Code Bracelet
City of Kearney Public Library 2020 1st Avenue, Kearney, NE, United StatesA Morse Code Bracelet is a minimal and meaningful bracelet that can be a great gift or fun to create for yourself. Select a name or phrase and then use the International Morse Code chart to figure out the number of dots and dashes you will need. The library will provide all of the needed […]
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Fairytale STEM with NE SciFest
Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin Omaha Public Library 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 is recommended for children […]
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Omaha STEM Community Connect: STEM Happy Hour
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium 3701 S 10th St., Omaha, NE, United StatesYou're invited to this in-person event that highlights the STEM Community Platform, and how it serves as a critical piece in leveraging business and education expertise to close the talent gap. Learn how you can be a part of this shared opportunity to grow our STEM talent and assure Omaha remains a vibrant STEM Community. […]
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