Event Series Mudpies

Mudpies

Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd. N., Bellevue, NE, United States

Looking for a unique setting in which to have fun with your child while learning about the natural world? Mudpies 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 […]

$8

Boys Town Hall of History Hands-On Weekly Activities

Boys Town Hall of History 14057 Flanagan Blvd., Boys Town, NE, United States

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! Weekly Features: April 1 – 7: Comic Book Station Make your own comic book […]

COE Graduate Programs Information Session

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.

Event Series LEGOS at the Library

LEGOS at the Library

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

Join the Kearney Public Library for some brick-snapping fun! Come design and build your own creations. The library will provide the LEGOS, you just need to bring your imagination along. No registration is required for this event.

G. Stanley Hall Science Night

G. Stanley Hall 7600 S 72nd St., La Vista, NE, United States

Join G.Stanley Hall for their inaugural Science Night on April 18. Hands-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. Everyone attending […]

Virtual Science Cafe: “Indigenous Cancer Research Education for Environmental Justice”

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." This 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 […]

Nebraska Academy of Sciences Annual Meeting

University of Nebraska East Campus Student Union 1705 Arbor Drive, Lincoln, United States

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 […]

$50 – $95
Event Series BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs

BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs

Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

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 […]

$9 – $15
Event Series StoryWalk®: “Dig In!”

StoryWalk®: “Dig In!”

Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

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, […]

$9 – $15

Boys Town Hall of History Hands-On Weekly Activities

Boys Town Hall of History 14057 Flanagan Blvd., Boys Town, NE, United States

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! Weekly Features: April 1 – 7: Comic Book Station Make your own comic book […]

Resilience: Film Screening & Discussion

BraveBe Child Advocacy Center 5025 Garland Street, Lincoln, NE, United States

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, […]

First Star Recycling Tour

First Star Recycling 10330 “I” Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Join NE SciFest at First Star Recycling on April 19 at noon for a tour of Omaha's leading recycling center. First 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. As the leader […]