Your seasonal guide to family fun & resources | Winter 2020 | Year 27, Issue 108 | #supportlocal
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FROM THE PUBLISHER Since it’s 2020, Karla and I agreed that we would just add more “unplanned” events to our year. For Karla, this meant selling Lincoln Kids and taking her dreams on the road with her sweet family. For me, it meant purchasing Lincoln Kids and doing my best to connect families to some of the most wonderful experiences Lincoln has to offer.
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For those of you who may not be familiar with me, here are some random + fun facts: •
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I own Eleanor Creative, a marketing and branding firm, in Lincoln, NE.
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Most everyone on my team has been with me (in some way, shape, or form) for over a decade. They are the heartbeat of what I do, and I couldn’t do this without them.
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I’m a “for you” kind of person. I want others to succeed, feel loved and valued.
Your new Winter Edition was planned, crafted, written, and designed by Mackenzie Slivka, Sheena Rancourt, Sean Flattery, Jacque Genovese, Jodi Richey, Kat Esser and yours truly. I want to express my gratitude to them, as they have been dedicated to make this a smooth transition for everyone. They are talented and full of heart – what more could a leader ask for? My promise to you is that I’ll always be working hard for your families and your organizations. Think of me as your cheerleader, encourager, and creative magazine publisher.
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I want to wish each and every one of you a safe and happy holiday season. We hope you enjoy the old and the new with this Winter Edition of Lincoln Kids. Until Spring,
Christine Weeks, Owner / Publisher
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Spark!
Straight Talk with Dr. Emily Willett of Lincoln Orthodontics
Giving Back
Helping Paws
Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools Summer Learning
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Easy As 1-2-3 Getting Crafty
Nebraska Juniors
Flu Shots 2020
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Read for Change
A Look at the Lutheran Schools of Lincoln
What About Handwriting?
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Grounded in Faith
Books to Grow With
Business Directory
Early Childhood Resources
Lincoln Kidding
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Holiday Gift Guide
Stay tuned for our next issue! February 2021
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STRAIGHT TALK
Willett doesn’t mean you will be leaving the office with braces, but it could save you money and time down the road.
We’re here to give it to you Straight and have Fun!
We understand that our patients and their families are busy people, and we are too. We work hard to give you the treatment you need and get you in and out in a timely manner.
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At Lincoln Orthodontics we are real. Real people, real talk, real nice, and real results! We try to make your visit as soothing as possible and we want you to smile and laugh a lot with our team. Lincoln Orthodontics treats our patients how we want to be treated. We give you the facts, the best possible care, and we have fun with it. We are going to give it to you straight while we straighten your teeth. Will Braces Hurt? Umm… a little. All orthodontic treatment causes some discomfort, regardless of the type of treatment, but remember, everyone is unique, and not all discomfort is pain. Most patients— kids or adults— would say braces or Invisalign are uncomfortable, but not necessarily painful. Luckily, it always gets better and the results are worth it! We’re sorry, we’re not trying to be a pain in the teeth. Don’t worry though. We work extra hard to be gentle and we have our own unique ways to ease the discomfort through fun prizes and community partnerships for goodies that our patients can enjoy. When Do We Want to See You? Ideally, at 7-years-old, but whenever you have questions or concerns, we’d love to meet you! You’ll be happy to know that a referral to the orthodontist from your family dentist is no longer necessary and orthodontic exams are more like a well-child check at the doctor. Dr. Willett wants to meet you, make sure everything is going well, create a relationship, and get you on your way to a healthy and beautiful smile. An early appointment with Dr.
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Get the Smile You’ve Always Wanted By pairing state-of-the-art technology with our thorough understanding of the movement and growth of the teeth and jaws, we’re able to successfully treat many dental issues, like:
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While the majority of the patients we treat here at Lincoln Orthodontics still end up choosing traditional metal braces as a way to straighten their teeth, Dr. Willett takes pride in the straight answers she provides and the options patients are given. While metal braces are the most common type of orthodontic treatment, you have several other options, including Invisalign and clear braces. After your Free Initial Consultation, Dr. Emily Willett will talk to you about which treatment would be right for you based on your unique needs and smile goals. Lincoln Orthodontics lincoln-orthodontics.com 402-489-8841 6825 S 27th St. #202 Lincoln, NE 68512 @lincoln.orthodontics
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Lincoln Orthodontics made my decision to get braces as an adult a very rewarding experience. I finally have the smile I have always wanted, and I have already recommended friends to go to Lincoln Orthodontics because of the amazing job they did for me. Free Initial Consultation with Dr. Emily Willett JAMIE Lincoln Orthodontics Patient
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Dr. Willett and her team were awesome to work with. They were always kind, friendly, and helpful during my appointments. I’m happy with how my teeth look; the staff helped perfect them during the timeframe they promised. Dr. Willett and her staff are the best!
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GIVING BACK FOR THE HOLIDAYS Volunteering for Kids and Families
FOR Kids Christmas Caroling, Zoom or socially-distanced. Scoop sidewalks and rake leaves, for elderly and disabled neighbors. Make care packages for the homeless,
The holiday months are all about celebrating with the people we love and finding ways to give back to those in need. With safety in mind, we compiled a list of some of our favorite ways kids and families can give back during these winter months. If you
socks/gloves, hand sanitizer, hand warmers, water, toothbrushes, and more. Ring Bells for Salvation Army— individually, with a group, or virtually.
have time, services, or money to spare, consider giving to others in need. Those who are giving often gain the most. Spread some cheer and you’ll see. Find links to all of these organizations on our website at lincolnkidsinc.com.
FOR Families Meals on Wheels, deliver food as a family. Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach, now accepting donations for needed items. City Impact, Gifts of Love, donate or volunteer. Parents can shop for gifts for their family with dignity. People’s City Mission, always accepting donations and volunteers.
For Animals Donate needed items to Capital Humane Society and The Cat House. Animals need extra love and care during the holidays too!
KIDS HELPING KIDS BY M I N DY L U B E C K W I S H & D E V E L O P M E N T C O O R D I N AT O R , M A K E -A-W I S H N E B R A S K A
Since its inception, Make-A-Wish®️ Nebraska has granted over 2,800 life-changing wishes to children fighting critical illnesses across the state. Due to COVID-19, more wishes are waiting than ever before. Currently, there are over 140 wishes, 22 in the Lincoln region alone, waiting to be granted. But even in these uncertain times, you can help bring local wish kids hope for a better tomorrow because, now more than ever, hope is essential. Kids For Wish Kids®️ is a program managed by kids, for kids. Inspiring kids to have an impact in their community, the Kids For Wish Kids®️ program engages students, schools, and youth organizations in philanthropy and service activities in partnership with MakeA-Wish®️ Nebraska. The program encourages community service, leadership, volunteerism, and teamwork. It builds team spirit and gives students hands-on experience fundraising
to help create life-changing wishes for kids fighting critical illnesses. The Kids For Wish Kids®️ program is completely customizable to the way you are looking to get involved! From bake sales, lemonade stands, garage sales, or Make-A-Wish®️ paper stars – the possibilities are endless! Over three years ago, Rainan decided to host a Pepsi stand. Inspired by YouTube®️ videos of John Cena, who has granted countless wishes, Rainan initially wanted to offer Pepsi at his stand for free, but his parents talked to him about the importance of donating to charity. One of Rainan’s best friends, Ollie, had received a wish from Make-A-Wish®️ Nebraska several years ago. Due to this connection, Rainan decided he wanted to help Make-A-Wish®️, and to date, Rainan has raised over $13,000 to help grant wishes! Rainan’s Pepsi stand sells goods provided by Pepsi Cola of Lincoln, Norland Pure Water, and Baker’s Candies. These companies have generously donated supplies for Rainan’s stand, just like Rainan generously donates all the money he has raised. To learn more about the Kids For Wish Kids®️ program and to get started, please contact Mindy Lubeck at mlubeck@nebraska.wish.org or call 402-475-9474.
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KINDNESS IS ALWAYS IN SEASON a look inside Capital Humane Society CARA
BY CHARLEEN ENGBERG DIRECTOR OF OUTREACH & SPECIAL PROJECTS, C A P I TA L H U M A N E S O C I E T Y
Kindness is always in season and it seems like a good topic to examine as we prepare to bring in a new year. Some of the kindest people I know are volunteers at Capital Humane Society. I reached out to them to learn what they had to say on the subject of kindness and why it matters. As expected, they provided valuable insights. Hanna is one of our dedicated dog walker volunteers. No matter the weather, she arrives on schedule with a smile to provide dogs in our adoption program with the exercise they need. Knowing our pets are properly looked after while we are away helps us to enjoy our holiday. And of course, pets are happy to have companionship they can count on when their family is away. “Helping others is gratifying,” Hanna added. “It reminds me that there is purpose in my life and that I can make a difference for someone else.” Cara is another outstanding volunteer for Capital Humane Society. She provides foster care that is vital for pets in need.
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Cara feels that acts of kindness can be simple and do not have to involve a lot of planning or commitment; inquiring about someone’s day or sharing a sincere smile are easy and can have a big impact on others. According to Cara, kind acts help others feel included in the world by allowing them all to be seen, heard, and understood. “Helping others is my favorite way to feel like I am making a difference,” she said. “It also allows me to put myself in others’ shoes, which I feel makes me a more compassionate human being.” Everyone has occasions where they can use a helping hand. Even Cara, who explained that some friends let her family borrow a window air conditioner for two weeks last summer when it got hot. The cool air was a boon to her family, personal pets, and foster kittens. Hanna and Cara are excellent examples of individuals who make considerate choices that result in a kinder world for animals and people. Like them, we can all choose to be positive role models for our family, friends, and neighbors, who will witness and learn from our actions. Dogs, cats, and critters deserve and appreciate all the kindness that comes their way. Providing companion animals with proper exercise, training, and care is both the right thing to do and a kindness. Learn more on our website, capitalhumanesociety.org.
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Holiday Gift Guide Download a Unique Lincoln Gift Guide that will Spark Joy for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM)
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Try a Photo Scavenger Hunt
Take a Trip to Lincoln’s Alpaca Farm
TELESCOPE Study the Stars and Mars
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Build Your Own Remote Control Machine
SUCCULENTS Get Dirty at a Plant-Your-Own Succulent Bar
From free experiences to our favorite high-end toys, we’ve put together a list of Lincoln-exclusive gifts that is sure to make your student light up this holiday season.
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Spark Joy this Holiday Season with STEAM Fun, Curiosity, and Problem-solving for the Kids Welcome to Spark! We are an immersive learning program and summer camp, brought to you by the Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools. We love to connect kids with high-energy, handson opportunities to create, explore, and be inspired through science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). The Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools created Spark because kids are deciding if they identify with these areas of interest as early as 3rd grade. By introducing STEAM early and often, in a way that feels like play, more kids are likely to pursue a future career in these fields. Kids love what we do during the summer so we decided to carry that magic through to the holiday season. Our team has been scouring the city to bring parents and grandparents the first-annual, one-of-a-kind Spark Holiday Gift Guide for kids interested in STEAM. This free download is packed full of our favorite local gift ideas, everything from free experiences to high-end toys, for school-aged kids. Download the free gift guide at sparksummer.org/holiday. If your kids love these gift ideas, they will love our summer learning camp too! Learning opportunities, like Spark, are critical to the continued academic and personal development of kids all year round.
We also understand that working parents want to make sure their kids are safe, engaged in learning, and having fun during those long summer days. We offer a non-stop Spark Summer Learning camp with education and play for kids in grades K - 5, including: •
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Custom t-shirts, designed by the kids themselves
Summer Camp Hours of Operation Full-Time Programming Runs Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM Half-Day Programming Runs Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 12 PM Complimentary Before Care 7 AM - 9 AM Complimentary After Care 4 PM - 6 PM
Contact Phone: (402) 436-1612 Facebook: @sparksummerlearning Join our e-newsletter for reminders about upcoming camp opportunities at sparksummer.org and find more information about Spark, STEAM curriculum, and this summer’s upcoming schedule.
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GETTING CRAFTY BY GRETCHEN M. GARRISON
This winter, we may all end up stuck inside. If you are alone, this can mean leisurely enjoying a good book while watching snow flutter from the sky. When you have kids at home, not being able to go anywhere often means chaos. How can you plan ahead, so that at least part of the time involves activities that result in peace and tranquility? Develop a craft corner. Now before you dismiss what I am saying, please understand this. I am craft challenged. While I used to scrapbook (before I had kids) and do have decent handwriting, my kids would confirm that I am not the best with a glue gun. Yet my kids had fun crafting things. Here are some suggestions on how to set yourself up for success.
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And that your kids can put them away themselves. The point is not creating more work for yourself. Instead involve the kids. If you have a smaller space, pick supplies that can be double duty. Cotton balls, q-tips, soap (for bubble prints) and even cereal (Cheerios make a fun “O Christmas tree” picture) can double as crafting supplies. Have a bin of colors or markers or colored pencils plus construction paper, scissors and glue. That is enough to start the creative process. Shop the thrift store if you do have room
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Let other people’s grand intentions provide fun for your family. Also think outside of the box. Old muffin tins work great for mixing paint. Pretty plates can make fun mosaic projects for older kids.
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3 Give your kids a “craft-of-the-month box.” This way you are not spending quite as much in December, but you can have fun all year. Sometimes we run out of time to do crafts, but once every thirty days is possible even for the busiest schedules. Feeling overwhelmed? Several Lincoln locations do offer on-site activities. But due to current circumstances, they are also selling crafts to complete at home. At both Paint Yourself Silly locations, patrons can pick up pottery and paints to complete projects at home, then they can drop them off at the store to have the pieces fired. At Urban Legends Art, bags to complete specific crafts are available. Follow along with their Facebook page to know what is available. Across the street, Lux Center for the Arts does sell clay to take home, but even better, they offer classes if one prefers to leave the mess. At MakIt-TakIt, all sorts of possibilities can be purchased. Shop online and pick it up in person, or stroll up and down the aisles to find what fits your family. Certain crafts can be completed in-person, by appointment. They also sell fabric and yarn. At the moment, the Lincoln Libraries are unable to offer their Maker Space events, but they do offer limited 3-D printing services. Also if you are interested in a specific art focus, the librarians are glad to bundle non-fiction (and even fiction) books to help you make your crafting dreams come true. Contact them to learn more about these services. Gretchen M. Garrison is a homeschooling mom of four (including a senior!) who also loves sharing adventures that can be found in her home state. She has written three books which include Detour Nebraska: Historic Destinations; Natural Wonders, A History Lover’s Guide to Lincoln; and 100 Things to Do in Lincoln Before You Die. These books are available at many local places as well as online.
4720 Prescott Avenue (402) 483-4232 MakitTakit.com Open Tues-Fri 1:00 - 6:00 Sat 10:00 - 3:00
come craft with us! We are open for in-person crafting by reservation only to observe social distancing. Sign up for a crafting or splatter room slot at MakitTakit.com.
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Gift Art ClAsses! Experience hands-on, creative fun at Lincoln’s LUX Center for the Arts! The LUX is currently offering art classes, private lessons, and workshops for youth + adults in painting, drawing, pottery and more. We have updated our class policies + decreased enrollment limits to keep students and instructors safe for in-person instruction (more information on our website).
Youth + Adult Private Lessons! For one-on-one instruction, consider signing up for a private lesson! Private lessons start at $35/hour for one person and are offered in a variety of mediums to suit your interests! For more details and to reserve your spot, visit www.luxcenter.org/lessons.
Browse all upcoming programs and register online at LUXcenter.org/programs
Art classes are unique and special gifts to give for the holidays! Learn more at luxcenter.org/luxbux
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2020 - 2021 SEASON
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Private Voice & Piano Studio Our studio employs seven classicallyeducated music instructors offering piano lessons for ages three to adult and voice lessons for ages eight to adult.
Our spring semester begins in January. Enroll now! Includes a spring Zoom recital. Still accepting students for fall. Mid-semester enrollment is pro-rated!
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Music is an invaluable tool for emotional expression, especially during hard times. We provide safe, online lessons & recitals during the pandemic, plus online workshops & masterclasses on improvisation, rhythm, focused themes like Disney® music, and more! Voice • Preschool Piano • Beginner to Advanced Piano Music is for adults, too!
Enjoy some of our favorite seasonal songs!
Christmas Carols We Wish You a Merry Christmas Joy to the World The First Noel Jingle Bells The 12 Days of Christmas O Holy Night Santa Claus is Coming to Town Deck the Halls All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
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All are Invited to Play Come Play Volleyball with Nebraska Juniors We believe in celebrating each player and coach who walks onto the court, and we offer competitive volleyball programming year round. What sets us apart is that we work hard to get to know each player and we do our best to cater to our multi-sport, multi-activity athletes so they can become well-rounded players, and have fun doing it. We understand deeply that each person is unique in goals and spirit and we are here to help each of them grow from where they are to reach their personal goals. Playing for Nebraska Juniors means a high level of play with an experienced coaching staff. We also have training and recruiting assistance that will get you noticed. Our organization is the proud training home and volleyball club to five Olympic medalists, 94 college commitments, 14 All-Americans, and 17 international players, including Jordan Larson and Kelly Hunter, both of whom continue to support our organization by coaching teams and camps. Get to know our coaching staff, who are excited to meet you. Visit our website – nebraskajuniors.org – for information about upcoming clinics and camps for a variety of ages, members and nonmembers: Academy K-6 Friday Night Training 7-12 (included for members and drop-in fee for nonmembers)
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For those wanting to play at the next level, our high-school club teams will help you grow physically and mentally while enhancing your volleyball IQ. Further, every athlete receives a SportsRecruit account with Hudl. Because of this, there is no need to pay outside recruiting services. Our recruiting coordinator and coach, Ryan Coomes, is happy to help lay out a path to start your recruiting process and answer any concerns you might have. We’d like to celebrate and congratulate ten of our current players, in their junior and senior years, who have already committed to college play.
Lucy Bartee (2021) Nebraska Juniors 17 Red Augustana University Cortlyn Schaefer (2021) Nebraska Juniors 17 Black Midland University Brittany Wulf (2021) Nebraska Juniors 17 Black Western Illinois University Peyton Neff (2021) Nebraska Juniors 17 Black University of Nebraska Kearney Molly Ramsey (2021) Nebraska Juniors 17 Black Kansas State University
Alexis Markowski (2021) Nebraska Juniors 17 Black University of NebraskaLincoln (Basketball) Hannah Kepler (2021) Nebraska Juniors 17 Black Regis University Ava LeGrand (2022) Nebraska Juniors 17 Black Kansas State University Ital Lopuyo (2022) Nebraska Juniors 16 Black Texas A&M University Presley Liberty (2022) Nebraska Juniors 16 Black Columbia University
Congrats on all your hard work, ladies! We can’t wait to cheer you on at the next level. Join our mailing list to find out what’s next for you at Nebraska Juniors Volleyball. Email our director, Alyssa Legrand, at legrand.alyssa@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Come Play Volleyball With Nebraska Juniors Check our Website for Winter Clinics and Camps Academy • Grades K - 6 Friday Night Training • Grades 7 - 12 Included for Members and Drop-in Fee for Non-Members
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FIGHT FLU, TOGETHER Partnership for a Healthy Lincoln has all the tips on staying flu-free. As if we didn’t have enough to worry about, flu season is upon us. If you’ve been “iffy” about flu shots in the past, this is a good year to get motivated. It’s likely that flu viruses and the virus that causes COVID-19 will both spread this fall and winter. What can you do about it? Here’s what health experts say about the flu:
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Duration of a Flu “Season” Flu viruses are most common during the fall and winter, often beginning in October, peaking between December and February, but can last as late as May. With major holidays coming up, people can be tempted to let their guards down about recommended health measures like wearing a mask around members outside one’s household, in crowds (indoors and outdoors), and social distancing. That can make us more vulnerable to both COVID-19 and the flu. Don’t Wait. Get your family flu shots as soon as you can. It takes about two weeks after vaccination for antibodies to develop in the body and provide protection against the flu. The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year.
Where to Go? Flu vaccines are being offered in a variety of convenient locations like HyVee, Super Saver, Russ’s Market, Walgreens, CVS, the LincolnLancaster County Health Department, walk-in and urgent care clinics, safety net clinics, and primary care doctors’ offices. Some locations are even offering drive up services. If you get a flu shot somewhere besides your primary physician, be sure to let them know so they can update your records. Seasonal flu and COVID-19 are not the same. Influenza (flu) and COVID-19 are both contagious respiratory illnesses, but they are caused by different viruses. COVID-19 is caused by infection with a new coronavirus (called SARS-CoV-2) and flu is caused by infection with influenza viruses, but initial symptoms can be similar. Doctors and scientists are working to estimate the mortality rate Prevent you of COVID-19, but from getting sick. at present, it is Studies show it can also thought to be reduce the severity of illness in people who substantially higher get vaccinated but still (possibly 10 times get sick. or more) than that of most strains of the flu. Recommendations For the 2020-2021 flu season, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommends an annual flu vaccination for everyone 6 months and older.
Veggies, fitness, and flu shots – a good prescription for a healthier winter for you and your family.
KNOW THE BENEFITS OF A FLU SHOT
Protect people with chronic health conditions.
Protect pregnant women during and after pregnancy.
Speaking of good health habits, food choices and physical activity play a role in maintaining your immune system and your mental health. To help combat the feeling of isolation and loneliness that can set in from being cooped up – whether it’s a pandemic, the flu season, or a harsh winter, there is a body of evidence that shows exercise and healthy eating improves mood and fights depression.
Protect the people around you, including those who are more vulnerable, if you get a shot.
Reduce the risk of flu-associated hospitalization for children, working age adults and older adults.
Save a child’s life. Thousands of children die every year from the flu.
Partnership for a Healthy Lincoln is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health, wellness, and fitness of Lincoln’s children, families, and seniors. We help to protect community health by providing science and evidencebased information.
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123 Connect with Me is a community movement with the goal of educating and encouraging parents to take an active role in their child’s development. Early Childhood Brain Development By the age of 3, a child’s brain is 80 percent developed. The brain develops with experiences, both positive and negative, and those experiences set a path of health across the lifespan. Nurturing and responsive care builds child resiliency in the brain and is the key to supporting healthy brain development. How do you know if you and your child are on track? There are two key elements to child brain development. Watch & Celebrate — Pay attention to your child’s overall development and celebrate their developmental milestones, such as taking a first step, waving “bye bye” or learning to share with other children. When your child may not be reaching their milestones, reach out and talk to your child’s doctor.
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Small, Daily Connections — Practice small moments throughout the day where you intentionally connect with your child. This could include reading a book together, playing peek-a-boo, or listening and responding to their sounds or chatter. The small moments add up to build healthy, resilient brains. Learn the Signs. Act Early. From birth to 5 years old, your child should reach milestones in how he or she plays, learns, speaks, acts and moves. Reaching these milestones is a sign that your child’s development is on track. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Learn the Signs. Act Early. program encourages parents to learn the signs of healthy development; monitor their child’s physical, cognitive and emotional growth; and to take action when there is a concern. This program offers several tools to make developmental monitoring practical and easy. CDC’s Milestone Tracker app provides a fun and easy way for parents to track their child’s early developmental milestones. Easy As 1, 2, 3! Children are born ready to learn, and they depend on parents, family members, and other caregivers as their first teachers to develop the right skills to become independent and lead healthy and successful lives. How the brain grows is strongly affected by the child’s experiences with other people and the world. Nurturing care for the mind is critical for brain growth. Here are three practical ways to help you get started:
1 Smile Back — A simple smile from you
helps your child feel safe and secure. Smiling at your baby releases hormones that are good for emotional development and create strong bonds and healthy attachment between you and your child.
2 Make Eye Contact — When parents’ and
babies’ eyes meet, something very special happens – an emotional connection is established. Making eye contact with your baby can also boost their learning and communication skills.
3 Listen to Sounds — It is important for your
baby to become tuned in to the speech sounds and everyday sounds that they may hear. As your baby develops, they should not only turn but also search for the sound they hear. Listening to sounds will help them to build up the listening skills which are critical for speech development.
123 Connect with Me is led by Children’s Center for the Child & Community, the community outreach team for Children’s Hospital & Medical Center, and is driven by dedicated partner organizations serving families across the community. To see all partners dedicated to this movement visit: 123connectwithme.org. For anyone interested in getting involved in spreading the message of early childhood brain development and the importance of developmental monitoring, please reach out to us at contact@123connectwithme.org.
It really is as simple as 1, 2, 3. The more these simple actions are practiced with children, the stronger the impact on their growing brains.
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NEW LOCATION! 56th & Old Cheney
Children | Teens | Adults
velopment e D & F R E E Growth for ages 7-10
NO SCHOOL? NO PROBLEM! The YMCA of Lincoln offers a licensed child care program at four locations on some Lincoln Public Schools non-school days for youth in Kindergarten through age 13.
Crafts • Games • Gym Time • Field Trips • Swimming • Fun Secure your child’s spot today for December and January dates! Registrations for February-April dates open December 8.
Sign up to become a member today and enjoy no initiation fee!
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CHILL OUT, OUTSIDE! The best way to stay active and healthy in the winter months is to bundle up and get outside. There is so much to do and enjoy in the Lincoln area. Some of our favorite spots include:
• Pioneers Park • Mahoney State Park • Holmes Lake Park • Union Plaza Park and Trails • Wilderness Park
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LITTLE SPROUTS PRESCHOOL Calvert Recreation Center 4500 Stockwell, (402) 441-8480 Our preschool program is focused on music, art, and other fun early childhood activities to help support the learning and development of children ages 3-5.
NATURE CENTER PRESCHOOL Pioneers Park Nature Center 3201 S. Coddington Ave, (402) 441-8669
Through nature exploration and themed activities children learn colors, counting, shapes, spatial awareness, and more. Preschool and PreK programs for ages 3-5 begin the first week of September. Registration for fall 2021 begins February 1.
Go sledding or ice blocking at a park with epic hills, like Pioneers Park, Mahoney State Park, or Holmes Lake Park.
Looking for a way to immerse yourself in nature without leaving the city? Walk, bike, or snowshoe on Wilderness Park trails! Get out and explore something new! We have over 131 miles of trails (plowed in the winter) and over 130 parks in Lincoln. Bundle up and have some fun outdoors this winter.
SAVE THE DATE!
Practice ice skating with family and friends at Mahoney State Park or at another rink in town!
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NATURE PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
Scheduled for late January!
SUMMER DAY CAMPS
Weekly summer fun for K-7 graders. Register in January!
YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES
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Books to grow With
Hi, my name is Karrie, and I’m the Youth Librarian at Anderson and Bethany Branch Libraries. The number one thing I am missing during this pandemic is Storytime. There is something special about the library on a Storytime morning – the sound of little feet running in to see their favorite librarian, the squeals when someone sees a new book to take home, and the silence that falls as everyone settles in to listen to a story. We just can’t replicate that online. While I am missing that experience, here are some of my favorite read-alouds to share with the kids in your life.
There’s a Monster in Your Book by Tom Fletcher A cute blue monster has infiltrated your book. Readers have to tickle, blow, tilt, and shake the monster until he leaves. This interactive picture book gets all ages in on the action until you realize the book might in fact be the best place for a monster to live! Time to get him back. Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin In case you ever wanted to have a Dragon Taco Party there are two things you must know. One, dragons love tacos: big, little, beef, chicken, any kind of taco. And two, they absolutely hate spicy salsa. This hilarious picture book takes you through all the steps you need to know to throw the best Dragon Taco Party and, of course, what might happen if you don’t read your salsa jar correctly. So much fun, he wrote a sequel! The Best Pet of All by David LaRochelle Like many kids, this boy wants a dog. And like many parents, this mother says no; dogs are too loud, and too messy. Then, in a moment of mom-weakness, she agrees to a pet dragon. With cute retro graphics, we learn that dragons don’t make very good pets. And the only thing that can save them is a dog! My favorite twist in this book comes at the end, when the dragon and boy give each other a thumbs up. I am always eager to see if my listeners catch on: the two were in cahoots! After the Fall by Dan Sanat Everybody knows the story of Humpty Dumpty. But this picture book delves into the life of Humpty after he’s fallen off that infamous wall. He tapes himself up, but he can’t get over his fear of falling. And because of that, he misses out on his favorite hobby: bird watching. The beauty of this book is not just in its wonderful illustrations but in how much kids can relate to the idea of facing your fears. I’ve had anywhere from preschoolers to upper elementary aged kids eager to see if Humpty can summon the courage to climb that wall again.
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READ FOR CHANGE BY VICKI WOOD Y O U T H S E R V I C E S C O O R D I N AT O R , LINCOLN CITY LIBRARIES
The Read Woke Challenge was created by Cicely Lewis, a teacher, writer, librarian and Person of Color with a “passion for promoting literacy in nontraditional ways” at the Meadowcreek High School Media Center in Norcross, GA, where she works. She was recently chosen as School Library Journal’s 2020 School Librarian of the Year. In Lewis’ words: “Read Woke is a movement. It is a feeling. It is a style. It is a form of education. It is a call to action; it is our right as lifelong learners. It means arming yourself with knowledge in order to better protect your rights. Knowledge is power and no one can take it away. It means learning about others so that you can treat people with the respect and dignity that they deserve no matter their religion, race, creed, or color.” What makes a book “woke?” Cicely Lewis determined that a Woke Book must:
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Our reading challenge software provider, Beanstack, has partnered with Cicely Lewis to make a challenge based on her work to get children, teens, and adults to read more diversely. The Read Woke Challenge in Beanstack includes 10 categories of books.
African American Voices
Impoverished / Homeless Voices
LBGTQ+ Voices
Asian American Voices
Female Voices
Diverse Abilities
Hispanic American Voices
Native American Voices
Immigration
Social Injustice
For the past three years our community has stepped up to record millions of minutes of reading for our Winter Reading Challenges. This year we’re asking our community to go beyond a minutes challenge; to read beyond what they are accustomed to, to get a little uncomfortable, maybe a bit more enlightened, and to see the world through an unfamiliar lens. This challenge asks you to be a lifelong learner, to start where you are and share this challenge with your family, your friends, your book group, church group, or coworkers. It’s especially important that we share these books with our children, so we can pass on to them the importance of kindness, empathy, and respect for others. This challenge will be available starting in November, and run through the end of January. Visit Lincoln City Libraries website at lincolnlibraries.org for more information.
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GROUNDED IN FAITH A K-12 Experience Unlike Any Other At Lutheran Schools of Lincoln, we offer a K-12 experience grounded in faith formation. What sets us apart is the size, experience, approach, and level of attention each child receives. You see, we are a small-town school district in a big town environment. We pride ourselves on setting every child up for success academically, physically, mentally, and spiritually. We enjoy the diversity and backgrounds of our families and students because we believe that creates openness and understanding. And, we appreciate that we aren’t held to one-size-fits-all learning levels because every student is unique in who they are and how they learn. We uphold academics, teaching a Christian worldview, a family-centric campus, and a stable educational foundation with over 350 years of combined experience in Lutheran education serving 1,000 students in the greater Lincoln area. Embracing this philosophy across every school in our campus elevates our students to higher educational standards and higher learning so they have the best chance at being successful in life.
The Lutheran Schools of Lincoln Campuses Christ Lincoln Schools “Committed to leading students to love Jesus, love others, and love learning.“ Serving children ages 8 weeks through grade 5. christlincolnschools.org.
Faith Lutheran School “Growing in Christ, Sent to Serve.” Serving children ages 18 months through grade 5. faithlincoln.org.
Messiah Lutheran School “Inspiring. Growing. Serving. Together.” Serving children ages 3 through grade 5. messiah4u.org.
Trinity Lutheran School “Connecting People to Christ in His Word and Love.” Serving children ages 18 months through grade 5. trinityoflincoln.org.
Lincoln Lutheran Middle School & High School “Where students can ‘Be More.’” Serving grades 6 through 12. lincolnlutheran.org.
Our Students Come from All Walks of Life Our name is Lutheran, but our students come from a variety of faith backgrounds. Lutheran schools help young people grow into wellrounded, spiritually grounded adults. We don’t require you to be a member of one of our churches. In fact, you don’t need to be a member of any church to attend a school on our campus. Regardless of your background, at Lutheran Schools of Lincoln every child in our childcare program and every student in our schools is part of our family, period.
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Check Our Campuses Out for Yourself “As soon as we walked into Trinity Lutheran for the first time, I immediately loved it! I loved how small it was. I loved the children’s artwork displayed proudly outside of each classroom. I loved how each teacher seemed to know each student by name and that they interacted with each other in the hallway as they passed. I loved how each student had a smile on their face and truly seemed happy that they were at school. By the end of the tour, we knew we had already made the decision of sending our daughter to Trinity Lutheran.” -T H E S T E G G S F A M I LY
We invite you to our open house journey in February where you will have a chance to explore all four elementary schools, and middle school and high school. Details will be coming out soon. To ensure you get all of the details, join our digital communication channel by scanning here. Or, if you prefer, contact us for more information on scheduling a private tour at lutheranschoolsoflincoln.org or call 402.467.5404. Our staff is more than happy to show you around.
JOIN OUR JOURNEY A K –12 Education Unlike Any Other
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Handwriting? WHAT ABOUT B Y A N N A C L A U S E N , M S , E L E M E N TA R Y E D U C AT I O N FORMER KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Handwriting is a key component to elementary education because thinking and writing occur concurrently. Having automaticity in the ability to write letters allows children to express themselves in writing. These skills carry over into spelling and mathematics. PREREQUISITES: Hand Dominance/Pencil Grip Skills that need to be mastered prior to writing include the ability to cross the midline, the understanding of directional terms, utilization of both hands, and the mastery of identifying similarities and differences in forms. Next, determine which hand is dominant. If the right hand is dominant the paper should be slanted to the left. If the left hand is dominant the paper should slant to the right. Placing a large 3-ring binder under the paper helps a left-handed child from hooking their wrist. Pencil grip has developmental stages. The tripod grip should be used with school-age children. Have children hold a small object with the last 3 fingers to develop finger strength. The song,” Picking Up my Pencil,” on Rock Tap and Learn, CD is a fun way to practice pencil grip and check for correct finger placement. Beginning Writing Beginning writing with a thick pencil, crayon, or marker. Chalkboards, dry erase boards, sand trays, and shaving cream are all enjoyable ways to practice writing. It is important to be intentional with instruction. Directional handwriting needs to be mastered early in the writing process. On Get Reading
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for School Music CD, the song “Where Do You Start Your Letters” reinforces these skills. Concepts that need to be introduced prior to teaching lower-case letters include top to bottom, left to right, above to below, open to closed, ascending to medial to descending, long to short, horizontal, diagonal, vertical, and intersecting. Debbie Clement’s song “Top to Bottom, Left to Right” is an entertaining way to practice these concepts in a kinesthetic manner. Handwriting Without Tears®️ Handwriting Without Tears®️ is a developmentally, multi-sensory handwriting curriculum. It uses consistent letter chants, music, color lined paper, and handson materials. Instead of writing a circle and a stick to form the letter “a,” Handwriting Without Tears®️ uses a continuous movement to create the letter. Handwriting is a crucial aspect of elementary education. Verifying that writing prerequisites have been mastered, along with identification of the child’s dominant hand, mastery of pencil grip and directional terms is important. Utilizing developmentally, multi-sensory handwriting curriculum is critical. Finally, make it enjoyable for the children. Use music, shaving cream, and practice. Having the automaticity of letter formation will promote success in all aspects of education. For information on helping the struggling reader, writer, and speller, contact the Nebraska Dyslexia Association, www.nebraskadyslexia.org.
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CHILD CARE, EDUCATION & WELLNESS Name
Programs
Descriptions
Contact
Academic Advantage Child Development Center
6w-12y Preschool
New southeast location! Educational childcare facilities for ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Before/ after school transportation to these schools: Adams, Hill, Cavett, Meadowlane, Kahoa, Pyrtle, Humann, Maxey, Kloefkorn, & Wysong. AACDC.com.
8215 Northwoods Dr, #100, 402-465-4769 7301 S. 15th St, 402-421-7301 8025 Yankee Woods Dr, 402-420-5440
Calvert Recreation Center Preschool
Preschool
Our preschool program consists of fun early childhood activities to help support the learning and development of children ages 3-5. Two, three, and five-day per week sessions available.
4500 Stockwell St 402-441-8480 parks.lincoln.ne.gov/calvert
Dimensions Education at 7700 A St.
6w-6y Preschool
Quality early education program for children 6 weeks–preschool. Summer programs for children ages 6 weeks–1st grade. Visit DimensionsEd.org for information & online forms. Call for availability.
7700 A St 402-476-8304 DimensionsEd.org
Dimensions Education at First Lutheran
6w-6y Preschool
Quality early education program for children 6 weeks–preschool. Summer programs for children ages 6 weeks–1st grade. Visit DimensionsEd.org for information & online forms. Call for availability.
1551 S. 70th St 402-476-8304 DimensionsEd.org
Dimensions Education at First-Plymouth
6w-6y Preschool
Quality early education program for children 6 weeks–preschool. Summer programs for children ages 6 weeks–1st grade. Visit DimensionsEd.org for information & online forms. Call for availability.
In First-Plymouth Church, 20th & D St 402-476-8304 DimensionsEd.org
Dual Language Preschool
Preschool
Our thematic content supports language development in English & Spanish and allows preschoolers of all language backgrounds to have fun while playing & learning kindergarten readiness skills. Openings currently available! M/W/F, 9-11:30am.
Irving Rec Center, 2010 Van Dorn St 402-441-7954 parks.lincoln.ne.gov/irving
Fingerprints Child Development Center
6w-10y Preschool
Featuring an educational curriculum for all ages in a loving Christian environment! Open 6:30am-6:00pm. 6 weeks–10 years. Enrolling now for part-time PreK morning program. M–F from 9am–11:30am. Contact for current openings.
7800 Holdrege St 402-467-4503 CapitolCity.org/fingerprints
Highlands Academy
6w-12y Preschool
Highlands Academy is a curriculum-based daycare serving children from 6 weeks through 12 years.
5901 NW 1st St 402-476-2223 highlandsacademy.com
Kelly’s Kids (Highlands)
6w-5y Preschool
Now enrolling for our preschool & pre-kindergarten classrooms! Open Monday-Friday, 7am-6pm. Care for ages 6 weeks - 5 years. Developmentally appropriate curriculum in each classroom. Healthy homemade meals & individual classrooms. Title XX & Private pay.
4901 NW 1st St 402-477-4901 kellyskidsldc.com
Kelly’s Kids (Northeast)
6w-12y Preschool
Now enrolling for infants & toddlers classrooms! Open Monday-Friday, 630am-6pm. Care for ages 6 weeks-12 years. Developmentally appropriate curriculum in each classroom. Healthy homemade meals. Transportation to/from Norwood Park Elementary. Title XX and Private pay.
4005 N. 70th St 402-436-4005 kellyskidsldc.com
KidsPark
1½-11y Preschool PM & Weekends
Child care when you need it—days, evenings, and weekends! No reservations & pay by the hour! Flexible preschool programs, day camps, after school programs and more! Happy kids, happy parents!
5633 S. 16th St, Ste. 100 402-413-8849 KidsPark.com/Lincoln
Krayon Campus
6w-12y Preschool
Child development center that cares for your child’s individual needs. Ages 6 weeks–12 years. Curriculum-based. Nutritious hot meals. Transportation to LPS area schools. Open Mon–Fri, 6am-6pm.
6001 Normal Blvd 402-486-4847 KrayonCampus.com
Lutheran Schools of Lincoln
K - 12
At Lutheran Schools of Lincoln, we offer a K-12 experience grounded in faith formation. What sets us apart is the size, experience, approach, and level of attention each child receives.
lutheranschoolsoflincoln.org 402-467-5404 lutheranschoolsoflincoln@gmail.com
Nebraska Family Dentistry
All Ages
We offer award winning family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, emergency dentistry, and sedation dentistry at affordable rates and have been Lincoln Choice winners for dentistry the past three years. We have five locations with great family atmospheres.
5500 O St 402-840-9783 nebraskafamilydentistry.com
Pioneers Park Nature Center Preschool
Preschool
Animals + Plants + Hikes = Learning through discovery & creating a lifelong connection to nature! Preschool and Pre-K classes. lincoln.ne.gov/city/parks/naturecenter/preschool.htm
West end of Pioneers Park 402-441-7895 parks.lincoln.ne.gov/naturecenter
Rooted in Wellness Chiropractic
0 - 18y
We are passionate and highly specialized in prenatal and pediatric Chiropractic. Our goals are to empower and educate families about health and be a guide through the challenges in life. Dr. Molly is also certified in Webster technique, which is used to help women during pregnancy.
7001 A St, Ste. 100 402-488-6100 rootedinwellnesschiro.com
SCC Child Development Center
6w-6y Preschool
NAEYC accredited Early Childhood Education program for ages 6 weeks to 6 years. Also offering non-school day and summer break camps for Kindergarten to age 11. Visit our website or call for information.
8800 O St 402-437-2450 southeast.edu/lincolnchildcare
The Children’s Place Child Care Center
18m-12y Preschool
An educational program enrolled in Step Up to Quality for ages 18m-12y. Experienced teachers. Curriculum-based with weekly themes & activities. Available transportation to neighborhood schools. Title XX welcome. Child care & adult food program. Mon–Fri, 6:30am-6pm.
3900 Vine St 402-466-6341 ChildrensPlaceChildCare.com
The Child’s View Montessori
18m-6y Preschool
Open 7:30am to 5:30pm. Ages 18 months to 6 years. Part-time or full-time. Certified Montessori Teachers.
3341 Pioneers Blvd 402-484-8277 thechildsviewmontessori.com
Trinity Lutheran School
18m+ Preschool Private K-5
A fulfilling Christ-based education center. Our Early Childhood Education Program accepts children ages 18 months through Pre-K with extended hours from 7am-5:45pm. Also offering K-5 classes.
1200 North 56th St 402-466-1800 trinityoflincoln.org
True Knowledge Preschool
Preschool
A fun & exciting academic approach that will prepare your child for kindergarten & beyond. Small classroom sizes. Engaging teacher. Welcoming environment! 2, 3, & 5-day options. Contact us to learn more!
5445 Red Rock Ln 402-570-1252 trueknowledgelincoln.com
World of Knowledge CDC & Preschool
6w-12y Preschool
A Step Up to Quality program for ages 6 weeks–12 years. Preschool curriculum beginning at age one. Before/after school care. Sign language, soccer, dance, & taekwondo lessons available.
8310 Wendell Way 402-483-4769 WorldOfKnowledgeNE.com
YMCA Lincoln
Preschool Before/After
Licensed preschool for ages 3-5 that includes swim lessons & gym classes as part of its developmental curriculum. Before & after school programs for elementary & middle school students at several Community Learning Center sites in schools across Lincoln.
At 4 YMCA locations plus partner CLC schools throughout Lincoln ymcalincoln.org
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Birthday PARTy fUN Name
FUN FEATURES
Contact
Handersen Publishing
Looking for a unique entertainment option for your next party? Consider an author event! Programming is customized to fit your needs and can include books, music, crafts & games. Party favor options also available!
editors@handersenpublishing.com 402-904-9618 handersenpublishing.com
KidsPark
Private birthday parties available! Invitations, balloon favors, a gift for the birthday child, face painting, art, and games are all included. We do the cleanup when the party is over! Sundays 10:30am-12:30pm or 6:30pm-8:30pm. Book your date online at kidspark.com/lincoln today!
5633 S. 16th St 402-413-8849 KidsPark.com/lincoln
Lincoln Children’s Museum
Lincoln Children’s Museum sets the perfect stage for a fun and memorable birthday party for your child. The Museum offers a party room for birthday festivities, hours of play in its interactive exhibits & your choice of eight fun themes. Parties start at $89. Visit LincolnChildrensMuseum.org to pick the perfect party for you.
1420 P St 402-477-4000 LincolnChildrensMuseum.org
Lincoln Children’s Zoo
Critter visits, train rides, & all day fun await your birthday at Lincoln Children’s Zoo! Choose from our Safari Room, Secret Jungle Room or the iconic Crooked House. Basic package is just $225, upgrade to the Ultimate for only $50 more! Visit LincolnZoo.org to pick your party, select your date and reserve your room and time.
1222 S. 27th St 402-475-6741 LincolnZoo.org
Lincoln Laser Tag
Fun for all ages! Four amazing party packages to choose from to meet your needs & budget. You'll get 2+ sessions of laser tag with options like pizza, Dippin' Dots, & a private glow room. The birthday guest of honor & guests are sure to have a blast playing Laser Tag! Pay for only the guests that show up, saving you $$!
6600 N 27th St 402-476-4824 lincolnlasertag.com
Lost In Fun!
Your outdoor playland...indoors! Fun for all ages! Private party rooms, playsets, foam pit, inflatable jumpers, fun maze, laser maze, video games, jumping pillow, Ballocity, and snack area with yummy food & drinks! We do company parties, too! Book your next Fun-tastic party online at lostinfun.com!
8431 Cody Dr (15th & Yankee Hill) 402-466-8692 LostInFun.com
LUX Center for the Arts
Real art taught by real artists! Guests can each build and paint their own clay mugs, bowls, or plates. Other popular projects include canvas painting, fused glass suncatchers, and custom projects. 2 hour parties for up to 6 participants are just $120! Pottery wheel parties are available for kids ages 10+.
2601 N. 48th St 402-466-8692 LUXcenter.org/PARTY
Nebraska Ninja & Triniti Gymnastics
Full open gym style birthday parties with access to ninja warrior and gymnastics equipment and specialized obstacles! Birthday parties are for one hour in a very clean sanitized facility. Please call or email us for available times, prices and details.
8335 Cody Dr, Ste. H 531-500-2575 trigym@trinitigymnastics.com trinitigymnastics.com • nebraskaninja.com
Madsen’s Bowling
Host a Bowling Party! Kids love our bumper bowling. Includes a “personalized” bowling pin gift for the birthday child! Special ramps for the young bowlers. Ask about Jr. Pool Leagues!
47th & Dudley St 402-467-3249 2 blocks south of 48th & Holdrege
My Gym
Your Child is the Star! Supervised age-appropriate games, fun activities, rides, songs, puppets and more! Your birthday party can enjoy exclusive use of our facility! MyGym.com/Lincoln
2755 Jamie Ln, Suite 4 (27th & Yankee Hill) 402-802-9982 MyGym.com/Lincoln
Pioneers Park Nature Center
Owls, snakes, bugs, and the great outdoors are eager to make your child’s birthday a special one! Starting at $125, parties include a guided hike or activity, party favors, & special gift for the birthday child.
West end of Pioneers Park 402-441-7895 parks. lincoln.ne.gov/naturecenter
Spring Creek Prairie
Happy BIRDday on the Prairie Parties! Looking for a family-fun nature way to celebrate your youngster’s birthday? Look no further than a BIRDday Party on the Prairie with Audubon. Programs can be held for 8-20 and include a space rental fee and outdoor nature activities.
11700 SW 100th St (Denton) 402-797-2301 • scp@audubon.org springcreekprairie.audubon.org
Swimtastic Swim School
Swimtastic Swim School takes the stress out of party planning & replaces it with 2 hours of fun for the whole family! Become a mermaid or a pirate for a day with our themed parties or enjoy a get-together in the warm water pool! Parties include private use of the indoor pool, tie-dye t-shirt for the birthday child, invitations, paper products, balloons, family swim passes for each attendee, setup and teardown! Call or visit our website to register!
7911 Pioneers Blvd 402-489-7946 Swimtastic.com
Think, Make, Create! Mobile Learning Labs
Party activities that allow your child & their friends to QUESTION like a Scientist, DESIGN like a technologist, BUILD like an engineer, CREATE like an artist, DEDUCE like a mathematician, and PLAY LIKE A KID! Rent a Think, Make, Create Mobile Learning Lab—a trailer full of STEAM activities to engage your K-8th grade group. $250 includes delivery and pick-up. Canopy and folding tables included!
Contact Chris McCurdy at 402-904-5191 bitly.com/tmc-labs
Tie Dye Studio
FUN FEATURE: DIY Tie Dye for your next birthday. Come do it yourself, and create your own tie dye t-shirt, using professional tools and instruction; starting at $25 per person. Join us for that one-ofa-kind experience! We also offer Totally Do it Yourself Take-Home Tie Dye Kits, starting at $30.
CONTACT: 402-580-3250 mytiedyestudio@gmail.com mytiedyestudio.wixsite.com/website-1
YMCA: Cooper, Fallbrook, & Copple Family
Have your next birthday party at the Y! The YMCA offers a variety of birthday party options to fit any child. Join us to swim or have one of our themed birthday parties. Parties start at $75. Call for more information, or visit www.YMCALincoln.org
Cooper: 6767 S. 14th St • 402-323-6400 Fallbrook: 700 Penrose Dr • 402-323-6444 Copple Family: 8700 Yankee Woods • 402-327-0037
With DHMs changing often, so are most party options, capacities, and availability. Some places have paused taking party reservations. These listings are mostly pre-pandemic options, and it is all of our hope that normal operations will resume sooner than later, but only once it’s safe. If interested in any of these fun party ideas, please contact the business for current information. From all the small businesses in town, your understanding & patience is appreciated!
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LESSONS & ACTIVITIES Name
Programs
Descriptions
Contact
Aimee’s Premier Dance
Dance
Aimee’s Premier Dance in Hickman offers a variety of dance styles for ages 3+, including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Pointe, and Boys' Classes. All classes use age-appropriate music, choreography, and costuming.
6760 Woodland Blvd (Hickman) 402-440-8770 apremierdance.com
Chase Dance
Dance
Age Appropriate in Music/Choreography/Costumes...teach not just Dance, but Life lessons with Humor!
1233 Libra Dr, #1 402-904-4091
Confucius Institute
Chinese Language
Learn how to listen, speak, and read Chinese! Engaging classes for ages 6 to adult held on UNL Campus. Evening & weekend options available. Register online.
W205 Nebraska Hall (UNL) 402-472-5370 ConfuciusInstitute.unl.edu
Harris Academy of the Arts
Performing Arts
We offer private music lessons for students of all ages, levels, and instrument types. Our instructors are university trained and represent a variety of teaching styles. Currently, we provide instruction for piano, voice, guitar, violin, cello, flute, clarinet and saxophone.
2935 Pine Lake Rd, Ste. C 402-423-7121 harrisacademyofthearts.com
Lincoln Children’s Museum
Fun Learning Activities
The Museum is OPEN! Buy memberships and reserve tickets online. Stop by to create, discover, learn, and PLAY! We can’t wait to see you. Follow us on Facebook for updates and special promotions.
1420 P St, Lincoln, NE 402-477-4000 LincolnChildrensMuseum.org
Lincoln Fencing Club
Fencing
Play with swords? Yes, please! Learn to fence foil, épée, and saber— the three Olympic fencing weapons—in a supportive, welcoming environment. Classes for ages 4 to adult. Scholarships and family discounts available.
2645 O St, Ste. 2 402-420-7688 lincolnfencing.com
Lincoln Music Teachers Association
Music Lessons
Find a Music Teacher! Access www.LMTA.info for a Teacher Directory. Low-cost lessons available. See www.LMTA.info [Music Outreach]
www.lmta.info/music-outreach-program
LUX Center for the Arts
Hands-on Art
Private lessons, small group classes, family workshops, and spring/summer camps for ages 5+. All lessons are taught by professional teaching artists. Popular topics include clay, pottery wheel, painting, drawing, STEAM, metals, glass, and more! We are limiting classes to 6 students so we can physically distance and masks are required by students and staff at all times.
2601 N. 48th St 402-466-8692 luxcenter.org/programs
Makit Takit Lincoln’s Craft Studio
Arts & Crafts
Hands-on fun—several arts & crafts to choose from, craft in-store, or check out our many takehome options! You won't want to miss out on our SPLATTER ROOM! Reserve your space online.
4720 Prescott Ave 402-483-4232 • MakitTakit.com Christy@MakitTakit.com
Motions Dance Academy
Dance
Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Hip-Hop and 2-Gether. Classes for two-year olds through high school. Welcoming & inviting space with ample viewing room so families can watch their dancers shine! We also offer customized dance-themed birthday parties.
8335 Cody Dr., Ste. A 402-420-0579 motionsdance.net
My Gym
Gymnastics & Sports Skills
Your child will have fun while building confidence & self-esteem in our beginning gymnastics & sports skills classes. Games, relays, dances & rides. Age-appropriate classes.
2755 Jamie Ln, Ste 4 (27th & Yankee Hill) 402-802-9982 MyGym.com/Lincoln
Nebraska Ninja & Triniti Gymnastics
Ninja Warrior & Gymnastics
Our new facility will offer Lincoln an astonishing Gymnastics & Ninja experience. Gymnastics for ages 18 months & up. Ninja classes for kids & adults. Gymnastics lessons for preschool boys & girls. Gymnastics recreational or team classes for girls. Knowledgeable and kind instructors. New clean facilities. Spacious viewing.
8335 Cody Dr, Ste. H 531-500-2575 trigym@trinitigymnastics.com trinitigymnastics.com • nebraskaninja.com
Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum
Lessons & Activities
The Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum offers Summer & Winter Camps, Home School Days and other family-friendly events for kids in Kindergarten through 8th grade. We seek to provide a learning-rich environment to our young people as well as the general public with a variety of educational and hands-on exhibits, presentations, and workshops.
28210 West Park Highway Ashland, NE 68003 402-944-3100 SACMuseum.org
Swimtastic Swim School
Swimming Lessons
Experience the Swimtastic difference! Small class sizes with individualized attention, warm 90° water, professional and passionate instructors, family-first convenience, exceptional curriculum, and unparalleled customer service!
7911 Pioneers Blvd 402-489-7946 Swimtastic.com
YMCA of Lincoln
Swim, Dance, Gymnastics, Youth Gym & More!
With a focus on developing the potential of kids, the YMCA offers youth programs in a small group setting. Instructors work side-by-side with each child to teach safety and to develop their skills while keeping them moving, healthy, and active.
Cooper, Copple Family, Fallbrook, & Northeast YMCAs ymcalincoln.org/youthprograms
Lincoln Non-Emergency 402-441-6000 Poison Control 800-222-1222
SUPPORT & RESOURCES
Suicide Hotline 800-273-8255 Boystown Hotline 800-448-3000 For children considering running away, or feeling abused, confused; help for parents. Abuse / Neglect Hotline 800-652-1999 Report Suspected Abuse Of Children/Adults.
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Nebraska Family Helpline 402-345-7273 Immediate Safety Needs. PPD Moms Hotline 800-773-6667 Directory of Additional Hotlines nrrs.ne.gov Parks & Recreation Adaptive and Special Needs Programs parks.lincoln.ne.gov Programs & events for children and adults ages 6mo to adult. Alcoholics/Narcotics Anonymous AA/NA For meetings & support: www.lincaa.org
Answers4Families Special Needs 800-746-8420 Answers4Families.org Resources, groups, & support. Autism Family Network 402-421-0874 AutismFamilyNetwork.org American Cancer Society (NE) Local: 402-423-4888 Cancer.org CapitalMOM by Bryan Health Online Parenting Community CapitalMomNebraska.org
Little ONes’ ACTIVITIES Name
Descriptions
Contact
Kindermusik of Lincoln with Shawna Gordon
Kindermusik of Lincoln is proud to be the area’s longest running early childhood music and movement program. At Kindermusik of Lincoln you will find a new friends, a program that supports, educates, and celebrates your child’s total development, and most importantly, a place where you can learn alongside your child in a fun and engaging way. See what has Lincoln families coming back for 20+ years!
7701 Edenton Rd 402-770-1486 KindermusikOfLincoln.com
Library Learning Times Lincoln City Libraries
TEMPORARILY OFFERING VIRTUAL STORYTIMES ONLY VIA FACEBOOK LIVE Pre-pandemic: Free drop-in storytimes with interactive play! Grouped by age from birth to preschool & almost every day! View the full schedule online. Family & teen events, too! NO LEARNING TIMES in August, December, or during inclement weather.
For schedule: LincolnLibraries.org > Kids & Teens > Kids > Library Learning Times
LifeSTROKES
Infant & toddler swimming lessons! Grab a friend & jump in with your little one, 6–24 months, in a parent/tot class and be a part of the beginning of their swim journey. Independent classes start as early as age 2. Join anytime! 30-min classes held once weekly, Mon–Thu. Call, click, or stop by to register!
1601 Normandy Ct 402-421-SWIM (7946) www.Lifestrokes.com
My Gym
Baby & toddler exercises, songs, dances, infant & child-safe rides, unique swings, and many other parent + me adventures in age-appropriate classes starting at 6 months. We also have independent classes for kids ages 3¼ through 10 years!
2755 Jamie Ln, Suite 4 (27th & Yankee Hill) 402-802-9982 MyGym.com/Lincoln
Pioneers Park Nature Center
Bring the family to explore the outdoors! Dig in the sandbox in the Natural Play Area, smell flowers in the Children’s Garden, and visit our live animal exhibits. The Nature Center is open Mon-Sat, 8:30am5pm, and Sun noon-5pm. Admission is FREE!
3201 S. Coddington (West End of Park) 402-441-7895 parks.lincoln.ne.gov/naturecenter
Pop-In Storytime Morrill Hall
CURRENTLY OFFERING A SERIES OF VIRTUAL EVENTS, including virtual field trips, Investigate Saturdays, camps and more. Find all the info on the website or facebook page. Pop-in to the museum for storytime with Lincoln City Libraries on the first Thursday of each month at 4pm for stories, songs, and activities as we learn more about the natural world! Museum admission.
Morrill Hall on the UNL Campus 402-472-2637 museum.unl.edu/storytime
Super Sprouts Lincoln Children’s Museum
LCM IS OPEN WITH RESERVABLE TICKETS! Weekly drop-in programs included with admission, including Super Sprouts, are on pause. Please follow on social for updates. Pre-pandemic: Super Sprouts is hands-on activity time specially designed for toddlers, preschoolers & their caring adults. Every Tuesday at 10 a.m., program changes weekly. Regular museum admission.
1420 P St 402-477-4000 LincolnChildrensMuseum.org
Swimtastic Swim School
Get your little ones safe and comfortable around the water right away! Join us for a free Infant/Toddler clinic or sign up for our once a week lessons. Start them out right in small groups with individual attention! With a warm and safe environment, we will be sure your kids love the water!
7911 Pioneers Blvd 402-489-7946 Swimtastic.com
YMCA of Lincoln
The YMCA offers parent-with-child water discovery classes, as well as swim lessons that are designed to teach children, ages one to three years old, potentially life-saving techniques to keep them safe in and around water.
Cooper, Copple Family, Fallbrook, & Northeast YMCAs ymcalincoln.org/aquatics
Down Syndrome Advocates in Action NE 402-413-0199 www.dsaane.org IEP Support, mentoring, & events for families with members with Down Syndrome. FoodNet FoodNetLincoln.org Food assistance & donations. No proof of income required. Mostly perishable foods. Two or more distribution sites daily. Good Neighbor Community Center Basic & Emergent Services 402-477-4173 GNCCLincoln.org Assistance for low-income, nonduplicated individuals: food, clothing, education, & more. Heartland Home Schoolers • Resources Homeschool-life.com/ne/heartland lincolnhsr@gmail.com Support & activities for home school families.
La Leche League of Lincoln www.LLLofne.org Mother-to-Mother breastfeeding support & education. Lincoln Area Families with Multiples LincolnMultiples.org Friendship & support for families with multiples. MilkWorks • Breastfeeding 402-423-6402 Milkworks.org Consultations, supplies, support groups, & more! Lincoln MOMs (Mothers on a Mission) FB: /lincolnmothersonamission lincolnmomsgroup@gmail.com Support & social group for Catholic mothers. MOMS Club of Lincoln (Mothers Offering Moms Support) • SAHM Support MomsClubLincoln.weebly.com Regular meet-up plus additional events each month, from play groups to mom’s night out!
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS Preschool Parenting Support www.MOPS.org NebraskaMOPS@gmail.com Several local groups meet on various weekday mornings and evenings. Child care provided. Mourning Hope Grief Support 402-488-8989 mourninghope.org FREE Grief support groups, events, education, and resources for youths, teens, and families. Nebraska Foster & Adoptive Parent Assoc. 402-476-2273 www.NFAPA.org No Footprint Too Small 402-480-6782 www.nofootprinttoosmall.com info@nofootprinttoosmall.com Support to mothers, fathers, & families affected by pregnancy or infant loss.
Parenting Across Color Lines (PACL) Racial Identity Support 402-476-2273 jessica@nfapa.org Free monthly support group to help children develop healthy racial identities. Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (PAL) 402-560-3486 palgroup.org Hope and support through addiction education for parents dealing with an addicted loved one. Parents of Gender Fluid Kids parentsofgfkids@gmail.com Monthly meet-up for primary caregivers of gender fluid & gender creative children. Safe Talk Support Group Communication Challenges Support facebook.com/groups/safetalk toni@comworkslincoln.com For families with children who have communication challenges. Join our FB group.
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• Ballocity Multi-level • 1000 s of balls! • Inflatables Try our giant jump pad! • Playsets Climb, crawl, swing, & slide! • Laser Maze Secret spy stealth & skills! • Foam Pit Jump in & party-hardy! • Arcade Games Massive selection! • Toddler Zone Playsets, ball pit & more! • Snack Bar Meals, snacks, & great prices! • FUNtastic Birthday Parties, too!
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For a Refreshing Alternative to Daycare:
The Child’s View a Montessori School
3341 Pioneers Blvd. Lincoln 402-484-8277 Ages 18 months through 6 years Suzuki violin lessons offered for ages 3+!
Certified Professional Montessori Teachers
Kindergarten Program Certified through Nebraska Department of Education
Honoring Dr. Montessori’s Vision of the Child’s Potential Open 7:30 am to 5:30 pm – Part or Full Time Care 6wks–12 yrs
Teaching, nurturing, and developing the future...
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402-465-4769
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Tuition Assistance available for income-qualified families.
Are you a parent looking for early childhood tuition assistance for your little one? Lincoln Littles providers are recognized by the State...and KIDS... for quality early childhood education and may have scholarships available to offer NOW. Children eligible for Lincoln Littles tuition assistance must attend full-time and be infants, toddlers or preschoolers. To see if your family qualifies and to view a list of current providers, visit LincolnLittles.org. P.S. Don’t forget the third annual Lincoln Littles Giving Day on February 12th! Give to our littles, help a lot!
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2 8 2 1 0 We s t P a r k H i g h w a y Ashland, NE 68003 w w w. S AC M u s e u m . o r g
Give the gift of membership Socially distanced family fun Access to Morrill Hall, Trailside and Ashfall Fossil Beds Discounts in Museum gift shops Free/reduced admission at 1000’s of other museums belonging to ASTC Passport Program Access to exclusive virtual content
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Something they Want The Pincurl Girls Calendar is something that girls WANT this holiday season. This local company was started by Jen Landis, right here in Lincoln. While you are buying your calendar, you can also sign your loved one up for daily text messages that will inspire them each day. pincurlgirls.com
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Something they NEED Lincoln Running Company, locally owned for 43 years, will find you the shoes and gear you NEED to keep your family fit and active. Ann Ringlein and her team always go above and beyond to meet the needs of your family — whether that be running, walking, or moving in general! Stop in for your holiday gifts for the whole family. lincrunningcompany.com
Something TO SHARE SHARE the gift of time and creativity with a gift card to Paint Yourself Silly. This experience is for kids and grown-ups alike! You don’t have to be an artist to create something uniquely you at one of their two Lincoln Locations, Pioneer Woods and Pine Lake. paintyourselfsilly.net
Lincoln is a city full of incredible people with giving hearts. Let's give back this holiday season by supporting local business owners. Make this the very best holiday season for everyone in Lincoln.
NOT SURE WHERE TO START? Gift your loved ones something they want, something they need, something to share, and something to read.
Something TO READ With a good READ, you can go anywhere and experience anything! Indigo Bridge is local and the place to go for gifting books – now online only. Sales from their online bookstore help to promote local outreach. indigobridge.org/shop lincolnkidsinc.com | 37
CALL US NOW TO SCHEDULE YOUR FLU SHOT Call 402-465-5600 today! Follow CCH on Facebook for updates & info.
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Child Development Center (402) 465-5600 • CompleteChildrensHealth.com
3262 Salt Creek Cir. • 8201 Northwoods Dr. • 4020 Hohensee Dr. • 1336 West A St.
Lollie Wraps offer EASY hands-free snuggles. Slip on. Tie. Go. Light-weight and easy to adjust, for their comfort and yours. Snuggles made simple. lolliewrap.com
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• High-quality care and early education for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years, M-F 6:30 am-6:00 pm • We serve the public, SCC students, employees • Nationally accredited by NAEYC • Participating in Step Up to Quality Call 402-437-2450 for more information www.southeast.edu/lincolnchildcare
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