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love the Fall edition. It covers everything from the dog days of summer to back-to-school, trickor-treating, and everything in between.

The shift from pool parties & popsicles to crunchy leaves & pumpkin-everything is so visually dramatic, so magical, it’s practically tied with summer as my favorite season. I don’t even like pumpkin spice all that much (shhhh, you heard nothing!), but the warm colors and flavors of autumn make my heart glow and sparkle like the campfires that will soon be filling our weekends. Just thinking about it floods my mind with the sweet smell of apple cider & s’mores...

That being said, summer went by way too fast, so we’re trying to sneak in as many parks, day trips, summer concerts, outdoor movies, starry nights, and campouts as possible. Thankfully, LK! helps us check off some of those last summery events, like Grace’s Free Family Fun Night on August 7th (p. 25), and LCM’s Tractors, Trucks, Trains & Planes on August 18.

September and October have tons of exciting bucket-list items, too. Check out the following that I’ve cherry-picked—er, I mean apple-picked—from this edition: • See & do everything at the Lancaster County Super Fair, Aug. 2-5 (Kids’ Rodeo, Mutton Bustin’, Exotic Petting Zoo, & so much more, all for FREE—just grab tickets at Russ’s, Super Saver, Casey’s, or West Gate Bank!)

• Meet up with family at the Nebraska State Fair in my hometown, Grand Island, Aug.

24-Sep. 3 (Save money with discount days & bundles, including free admission until noon on opening day! StateFair.org.)

• Go canoeing at Holmes Lake on Aug. 29 (free!) & grab a Wild Wagon Ride at Pioneers Park on Sep. 22 (p. 14) • Celebrate Nebraska City’s 50th Applejack Festival, Sep. 21-23 (p. 3 & 15) • Play in the streets at Streets Alive! on Sep. 23 (p. 18, new Fun Run/Dog Walk this year!)

• Climb the trees at Arbor Day Farm on Sep. 29 & Oct. 13 (p. 3, I am kid-in-a-candystore excited for this!)

• Take a day trip & spend a Saturday at Helgoth’s Pumpkin Patch in St. Libory • Attend “Spamalot” for a good laugh at Haymarket Theatre (Oct. 11-13, p. 20) • Catch TAFK’s FREE performance of “Orphans on Broadway” on Oct. 27 (p. 23)

We’re also introducing Kenny to trickor-treating at Boo at the Zoo (p. 2) and Trunk-or-Treat at Grace Lutheran (see below!). Then we’ll wrap up Halloween week with the Kiwanis Pancake Festival on Nov. 3 (p. 27).

Of course there’s oodles more to do all season long. Discover more throughout the pages of LK! and follow Lincoln Kids! Newspaper on Facebook & Instagram for updates & new events!

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Contents Articles & Columns From the LK! Family............................................................................4 Meet the Cover Artist.........................................................................5 Partnership for a Healthy Lincoln...................................................7 Nebraska Dyslexia Association......................................................8 Allison’s Book Bag..............................................................................9 Lincoln City Libraries and Read Aloud Lincoln........................10 Morrill Hall.............................................................................................13 Pioneers Park Nature Center.........................................................14 Close to Home with Gretchen Garrison.....................................15 BirdNerd Blurb with Jason St. Sauver..........................................16 4-H Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County............................16 City of Lincoln Watershed Management Division...................17 Streets Alive! with PHL.....................................................................18 Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company.................................................20 Lincoln Music Teachers Association...........................................22 Lincoln Junior Rampage.................................................................24 Local Shoutout Page........................................................................25 Lincoln Kids! Our Trip to Guanajuato...........................................26 Defy Gravity..........................................................................................27 Mourning Hope Grief Center.........................................................28 Pet Talk with Allison Hunter-Frederick........................................30 Lincoln Children’s Zoo......................................................................31 Goodwill Lincoln COLORING PAGE...........................................41 The ArtReach Project.......................................................................42

Directories Child Care & Education Centers............................................32-33 Little One’s Activities........................................................................34 Support Groups.................................................................................34 Children’s Lessons & Activities.....................................................35 Birthday Fun & Party Places....................................................36-37

Calendar of Events.............................................38-40 Youth Art Gallery..............................................42-43 P ublisher, Editor in Chief, & Sales – Karla Goerl Website – Joshua Thorne Distribution - Bennett Martin Printer – Page 1 Printers Graphics/Photos – Local Youth, Ron Wheeler’s Fat Free Clipart, Pixabay, Storyblocks, Unsplash, Dreamstime, Shutterstock, Creative Market, and Lincoln Kids! Newspaper original designs

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Meet the Cover Artist Clarissa Tan I am 14 years old and starting 9th grade at East High. This painting of Hogwarts combines two of my favorite things: art and Harry Potter. I got into Harry Potter around age 7, when my mom introduced me to the movies.

From there, I became seriously obsessed. I listened to the audiobooks 24/7 and repeatedly read the books. We also watched the movies every weekend.

Around that time, I was also Clarissa on a recent trip to Japan accepted into the LPS art mentor program. As a young child, I drew tons of pictures, from mermaids to random swirls. These, along with some other pieces, were submitted in a portfolio to the program. So in 2nd grade, I met Max Reis, who would be my mentor and friend for the next four years. He taught me a variety of art genres, and we completed several works together. Although middle school didn’t allow art mentors, we reconnected during the biography project in 6th grade. I chose Max and learned tons about him during our interviews.

Aside from art, I also enjoy piano, violin, math, and travel. I’ve been playing piano for nine years now, and violin for 5. I don’t have any pets or siblings, just my parents. Overall, I’m glad my Hogwarts painting was chosen by Lincoln Kids! It looks great on my Harry Potter shelf.

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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT® FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

PLAY HERE SHAPE THEIR FUTURE Come join in the fall fun at Camp Kitaki!

Fall Round-Up

September 21-23 Ages 7 to 14. Price $125.

Come for a weekend of horseback riding, archery, crafts & more!

Halloween Camp

October 13-14, 19-20, 20-21, 26-27, or 27-28 Ages 7 to 14. Price $58.

Venture into the haunted barn, explore the woods on a spooky trail hike, and get dressed up for a costume dance! We also have plenty of fun daytime activities, all in a safe and supervised environment.

Fall Family BBQ

October 14 from 2:30–7 PM. All ages welcome.

Price $15/person ages 7 & up, $7.50 ages 4-7, 3 & under free.

An afternoon of family fun and a delicious BBQ dinner, supporting the Strong Kids Campaign! Archery Range, Crafts Den, Lake, Fort Pawnee, and more. Horse rides available for an additional $10 per person donation for ages 7 and older.

New Year’s Live

December 29-January 1 Our longest cold-weather campout! With a Dance Party, Winter Gaga, Wacky Winter Olympics & more! Plan now to join the fun!

Space is limited, call to reserve your spot today!

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Back to School Success

Rethinking Physical Education and Recess

By Dr. Bob Rauner & Julie Pearson Anderson, Partnership for a Healthy Lincoln

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hat do kids need from their time spent in school to help them on their journey to success in life? Among other things, most parents would say they want their kids to “do well” in school. “Doing well” in school most often translates to kids doing well academically.

With the emphasis on test scores over the last decade, school minutes devoted to things like music, art, and physical education (P.E.) has dwindled, and recess has even been abolished in some cases. While tacking those stolen moments onto classroom time for math, reading, and science sounds like the answer to increasing student proficiency in those areas, there are flaws in that reasoning. The lack of physical activity is taking its toll on student fitness, and that’s bad for developing brains, research says. Additionally, there is a saturation point for learning at which new information is no longer absorbed.

Some elementary schools have incorporated physical activity “brain breaks” into the school day. These fun breaks help kids refocus their attention and emotions and burn off some energy, all of which helps reinforce learning.

While brain breaks and unstructured play (recess) certainly have value, they are not a substitute for physical education. P.E. is a curriculum that teaches kids the physical skills to be healthy for life.

Multiple research studies have shown that kids who are physically fit are stronger academically and score

higher on standardized math, reading, and science tests.

The question is then, how do we keep kids fit when most of their time is spent in schools where P.E. curriculum is decreasing?

P a r e n t s often turn to after-school activities, but not all families have the time, transportation, or resources to involve their children in those extracurriculars. Physical health should be made available for all children.

It’s time to rethink physical education and recess. Health experts say that kids need a minimum of 150

minutes per week of P.E. curriculum in addition to recess and physical activity breaks within the classroom.

In Lincoln elementary schools, P.E. time ranges from a low of 42 minutes per week to a high of 83 minutes per week, far under the recommended 150 minutes.

What does that mean for parents? It means that the extra minutes spent on math, reading, and science might be wasted without ensuring the appropriate amount of physical education is met at school. If you want to ensure that your child “does well” in school, help him or her exercise their body and mind by advocating for 150 minutes of physical education curriculum each week, along with daily recess.

Partnership for a Healthy Lincoln (PHL) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health, wellness, and fitness of our community. We collaborate with other organizations on joint projects to improve health by increasing physical fitness, promoting healthy weights and good nutrition, supporting breastfeeding, and improving vaccination and cancer screening rates.

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Healthy Homework Goals Written by Gwelda Carlson, Nebraska Dyslexia Association

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he purpose of assigning homework is for the child to practice and strengthen academic skills. It’s the quality of homework that matters, not the quantity.

“Homework usually falls into one of three categories: practice, preparation, or extension. The purpose usually varies by grade. Individualized assignments that tap into students’ existing skills or interests can be motivating. At the elementary school level, homework can help students develop study skills and habits and can keep families informed about their child’s learning. At the secondary school level, student homework is associated with greater academic achievement.” —Review of Educational

Research, 2006, “Research Spotlight on Homework”, www.nea.org

The National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) and National Education Association (NEA) support the “10-minute Homework Guideline” suggested by researcher Harris Cooper: 10-20 minutes per night in the first grade, and an additional 10 minutes per grade thereafter. The focus for young children should be to cultivate a love of learning. Young children often don’t have the study skills to fully benefit from homework.

“A more effective activity may be nightly reading, especially if parents are involved. The benefits of reading are clear: if students aren’t proficient readers by the end of third grade, they’re less likely to succeed academically and graduate from high school.” —Leila Fiester, Early Warning Confirmed, 2013

Homework should be clearly

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defined. It is “extra practice” to reinforce concepts learned in class.

The amount of time required to complete homework varies from student to student.

Tips for Parents 1. Be involved. Know your child’s

teachers. Set aside time to guide your child during homework time.

2. Schedule a regular study time.

3. Provide a quiet, consistent homework space without distractions and clutter. That means no TV, electronic devices, or loud music.

4. Set a good example. Work on your budget, work-related tasks, or read a book.

5. Praise your child’s work and efforts. Display accomplishments.

If you find that your child struggles with schoolwork or homework even after putting in the time, ask for help. Speak up as soon as you can so you can get help before your child falls behind. Your child’s teacher, special education coordinator, speech language pathologist, or school psychologist can provide guidance about what school services are available.

Request a meeting and possible evaluation to determine why your child is having difficulty learning.

For more information on dyslexia and related reading problems, contact the Nebraska Dyslexia Association: www.ne-da.org or 402-434-6434.

Hear individual journeys with dyslexia & recognize outstanding achievements.

“Improving Reading Outcomes Through Implementation of Evidence-Based Structured Literacy Supports”

by Dr. Tanya Ihlo, Director of the Nebraska Multi-tiered System of Supports: Implementation Support Team at the UNL Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families and Schools

www.ne-da.org

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FIRST READERS

YOUNG READERS

EXPERIENCED READERS

A llison’s BOOK BAG Recommended reading for your Lincoln Kids!

by Allison Hunter-Frederick

Nature & animals are themes that run through the following three books. The latter two books also contain a message about finding one’s place in the world.

Allison Hunter-Frederick is an administrative assistant at Bethany Christian Church. She hosts a children’s book review blog at allisonsbookbag.wordpress.com, blogs for lincolnanimalambassadors.wordpress.com, and regularly contributes to Neighborhood Extra, Lincoln 55+, & Lincoln Kids! Newspaper.

Sunny Day Point ‘n’ Match

Giraffes Can’t Dance

The One and Only Ivan

Written by Rosie Winget Illustrated by Lily Lane

Written by Giles Andreae Illustrated by Guys Parker-Rees

Written by Katherine Applegate Illustrated by Patricia Castelao

Sunny Day Point ‘n’ Match is a colorful and sturdy board book that gives parents a fun activity to do with their toddlers. Together families can talk about objects, sounds, seasons, and more. Items to find are illustrated at the top of the pages. Inside the cover is a list of other ways you can use the book, including matching shapes, finding favorite colors, counting related objects, and making sounds from nature. There are several other Point ‘n’ Match titles available to create a collection. One parent told me that reading Sunny Day daily helped their son learn memory and matching skills by age one!

Giraffes Can’t Dance is a fun story with an inspiring message. Gerald is a tall giraffe whose knees are crooked and legs are thin. Unfortunately, although he is excellent at standing tall and munching shoots off trees, he isn’t so good at dancing, which poses a big problem for the giraffe at the annual Jungle Dance. Gerald’s situation ends on a happy note, and readers can find hope in Andreae’s message about self-esteem and perspective. In addition, Parker-Rees’s bold artwork exudes a party vibe and the rhyming text has a lively style that children and parents will both enjoy.

The One and Only Ivan should be on every animal lover’s list of mustread books. The plot drew me in to the world of a gorilla who lives in a glass-enclosed display in a mall.

Ivan fills his days drawing bananas, watching television, and talking with friends. I love how Applegate integrates the theme of friendship and hope. Ivan seems content until a kidnapped baby elephant joins the mall menagerie and his friend Stella becomes sick. Slowly he’s forced to remember his past and fight for a better life for himself and his friends.

I quickly found myself mesmerized by this easygoing gorilla who has unique ways of expressing himself.

Silver Hawk

Fine Arts & Crafts Fair October 27, 2018 9:00am - 4:00pm

Lincoln Southwest High School 14th & Pine Lake Road $2.00 Admission Charge Proceeds support the

For vendor information: LSedivy@lps.org (402) 436-1335

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Read Aloud Lincoln is Making an Impact

By Vicki Wood, Youth Services Supervisor, Lincoln City Libraries, in partnership with Read Aloud Lincoln

S Beginner Chinese classes for kids. (as a second language)

Fall Session begins September 4th Late registration ends Sep. 18th

• Classes at UNL & UNO • Ages 6 and up • Weekend classes • Adult Chinese classes, too!

Visit our website for info & sign up to receive updates!

ometimes I think there is nothing mightier than a driven group of educators with a finite purpose in mind. I’m not just talking about teachers—I’m also thinking about employees and leaders of community non-profits and service organizations.

These folks know how to collaborate to get things done!

You don’t have to be at home or a in a library to read to your child! Stash a book or two in your car, stroller, or diaper bag for impromptu storytimes on-the-go. If your child never seems interested when you read aloud, try reading outside. Some children respond better in new environments,

Read Aloud Lincoln

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With the goal of reaching all parents in our community about the importance of reading aloud to their child at least 15 minutes each day, a small but powerful group of professionals have been meeting, connecting, and promoting the read aloud message to parents all over Lincoln. Powered by the

focus of Prosper Lincoln on the importance of early childhood literacy, and a grant from the Institute of Library and Museum Services (IMLS), Read Aloud Lincoln was formed by two retired LPS librarians, Nancy Larimer and Mary Reiman. Together they have connected with Lincoln City Libraries and area museums, including Lincoln Children’s Museum, Nebraska History

Museum, Midwestern African Museum of Art, and the University of Nebraska State Museum, with this goal: “To have every child ready to read when entering kindergarten, and continue to build their literacy skills during their early school years. This can happen when parents read aloud 15 minutes a day, every day. It’s the single most important thing they can do to prepare their child for reading and learning.”

—Read Aloud Lincoln Efforts Encourage Early Childhood Education, 2018, Prosper Lincoln, www.prosperlincoln.org

Since January, the collaborating partners have been meeting and building partnerships inside and outside their institutional walls. All of the museums now have reading nooks, where a child can find a Continued on next page

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place to spend some quiet time reading and perusing interesting books.

They have come together at community festivals, such as Juneteenth and the Cooper Park Celebration, in family literacy classes, and end-ofyear school celebrations to encourage reading and to get parents on board with this important practice.

They have been sharing resources and planning events together, promoting each other’s good work in the community.

Read Aloud Lincoln has a special focus of working with families in the south of downtown area, but emphasize that this is a city-wide project with the power to have a positive impact for many years in the future.

Read Aloud Lincoln wants to make sure that all children in Lincoln have access to books at home, where the critical work of assuring early childhood literacy takes place. They accept new book donations, as well as monetary gifts to purchase new books to give to families. More infor-

mation about donating and volunteering, either through your service group, as a group of friends, or just for yourself, is available online at ReadAloudLincoln.org. The website also features reading resources and tips, a calendar of read aloud events, recommended reading lists for ages 0-5, and a newsletter sign-up.

Lincoln City Libraries provides 30 weekly Library Learning Times for babies, toddlers, preschoolage children, and families, where librarian-led storytime and activities are free for children and their parents to enjoy. We also offer a monthly book group, Read Aloud Please, for children in grades 1-3 and their parents. For a complete list of Library Learning Times, pick up a schedule at any Lincoln City Library, or check the Kids & Teens page on our website at LincolnLibraries. org. We provide free, enriching activities for youth of all ages. To help support the Begin with Books program through The Foundation for Lincoln City Libraries, which provides new, high-quality books

for low-income families, visit www. foundationforlcl.org.

All it takes is 15 minutes a day for you to provide your child with the building blocks for a lifetime of learning success. Read Aloud Lincoln and Lincoln City Libraries are here to help your family foster early childhood literacy. Find helpful information below and more tips online for making reading aloud a part of your daily routine. We hope to see you at a Library Learning Time soon for some free family fun!

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Experience a New Exhibit Floor Inside Morrill Hall Submitted by the University of Nebraska State Museum–Morrill Hall

Opening February 2019

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isitors to the University of Nebraska State Museum– Morrill Hall will soon be able to experience Nebraska and natural history in entirely new ways due to major enhancements to the iconic museum at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL).

After being closed to the public for more than 50 years, the fourth level of the historic 1920s-era Morrill Hall will be transformed into state-ofthe-art exhibits using modern technology. Plans include the installation of innovative and interactive science exhibits that will be on par with other Smithsonian affiliates.

Expanded educational opportunities are planned for visitors of all ages.

Landscapes Through Time Visitors will be greeted by the iconic ambush predator Barbourofelis and the extinct Giant Bison when

they arrive. Nebraska has one of the best fossil records in the world for the interval of time called the Miocene (23 million years to 5.3 million years ago).

Nebraska Science In this gallery, the excitement of scientific discovery is combined with the dedicated work involved by showcasing collections in the Visible Science Laboratory. Modeled after Smithsonian working lab exhibits, this space will be used to prepare fossils and other scientific specimens by staff scientists and volunteers. Visitors will follow the work of UNL scientists from field to laboratory, richly illustrated by videos, an interactive field station, and an interactive Nebraska research discovery wall, complete with specimens and microscope stations for further exploration.

Science Exploration Zone Visitors are invited to explore their natural history questions, sketch and write about their findings, create their own collections, and in the

warmer months, observe honeybee behavior in a working hive.

Sustainable Earth A state-of-the-art digital exhibit, the Sustainable Earth gallery will feature a fivefoot diameter projection globe. Visitors will learn about Earth’s interrelated weather and climate processes and their relationship to Nebraska and the Midwest region.

Abbe Frost, 11 “Morning Sunrise on the Farm” colored pencil, Art Academy-Lincoln

Transforming the Prairie

Nebraska Ecoregions

This gallery provides guests with the story of Nebraska, from the arrival of the Paleoindians to present-day urban and agricultural land use. Through the lens of how people changed the prairie, this gallery asks the visitor to ponder the value of water and other natural resources, as well as how small changes in how we live can have a significant impact on sustaining natural resources for future generations.

Nebraska has a surprisingly complex landscape, and this gallery orients the visitor to Nebraska’s highly visible, as well as hidden, treasures. Visitors will navigate the major ecological regions (ecoregions) and water systems to understand how they tie together.

For more information on the fourth floor renovation project, please visit museum.unl.edu/fourthfloor.

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Your Fall Bucket List of Adventure!

Submitted by Pioneers Park Nature Center

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ere are some suggestions of things to do in the great outdoors right here in Lincoln.

We hope you can check-off a few from your list this fall!

Take a wagon ride around the Nature Center. Come to the Nature Center on Saturday, September 22, from 11am-4pm, for our Wild Wagon Ride Weekend where guests can enjoy a hayrack ride tour of Nature Center areas not usually open to the public. Cruise past the elk, see if you can spy the white-tailed buck, and roll past the bison herd on this unique wagon ride. The wagon is a modified hayrack with bench seating for your comfort. The first ride takes off at 11:30am, with new departures every half hour; the last one will return at 4:30pm. Space is limited. To guarantee seating for you and your family or friends, please purchase tickets in advance ($4 per person). You will choose your departure time when you buy your tickets. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled

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time to get to the loading zone before departure. Remaining tickets are firstcome-first-serve. Food vendors will be on site during the wagon rides for guest to enjoy during this fun fall day at the Nature Center.

Wish upon a star. Stargaze on clear nights this fall. The best time to stargaze is on or around a new moon—August 11, September 9, and October 8—when there is less moonlight in the sky. City lights also often interfere with stargazing, so try to find an area with little-to-no light.

Driving just outside of the city can help you see the sky in a whole new way and leave you and your children with a memorable experience.

Not sure what to look for? Visit the Hyde Memorial Observatory and learn about the night sky from knowledgeable volunteers. The Observatory, located in Holmes Park, is open year-round every Saturday night: August from sundown to 11pm, September from 8-11pm, and October from 7-10pm. Admission is free! Call 402-441-7094 or visit hydeobservatory.info for more info.

Experience an evening at the Nature Center after dark. Join us for a fall Night Hike on Friday, October 26th, 7:30-9:00pm. It begins after sunset, allowing visitors to enjoy the sights and sounds of the nocturnal natural world. If it is a clear evening we’ll hike to a spot to enjoy the moonrise. An adult must accompany children. The cost is $8.50 per person.

Please register by October 24th.

Volunteer to help with prairie restoration. The Nature Center is always looking for volunteers!

We will be holding a Prairie Seed Collection event on October 13 from 9-11am. Volunteers will collect seeds from the grasses and forbs (flowering plants) in the prairie.

These seeds are distributed in areas with less diversity to enhance the prairie ecosystem. No prior experience is necessary. Dress for the weather and wear suitable shoes for walking off-trail in the prairie, and bring work gloves if you have them. This event is open to all ages, children must be accompanied by an adult. All volunteers or parent/

guardians must also sign a waiver before participating. Register to volunteer by Wednesday, October 10.

For more information about enjoying the Nature Center or attending any of our events, please contact 402-441-7895, naturecenter@lincoln. ne.gov, or parks.lincoln.ne.gov (keyword: nature program).

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Fall 2018 Celestial Events

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Jul 17-Aug 24 | Perseids Meteor Shower Peaks Aug 12-13 (up to 60 meteors per hour) One of the best & right after a new moon!

Oct. 6-10 | Draconids Meteor Shower Peaks Oct 8, early evening (minor, ~10/hr) Small, early show with no moonlight.

Oct 2-Nov 7 | Orionids Meteor Shower Peaks after midnight Oct 21 (average, ~20/hr) Has big, bright meteors, even in moonight.

Sep 7-Dec 10 | Taurids Meteor Shower Peaks after midnight Nov 5 (minor, ~5/hr) Very little moonlight will help this small show.

Nov 6-30 | Leonids Meteor Shower Peaks after midnight Nov 17 (average, ~15/hr) Moonlight should offer fairly dark skies.

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Autumn in Nebraska: Harvesting Apples and Memories Close

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his year marks Nebraska City’s 50th anniversary of the AppleJack Festival, a city-wide celebration of the harvest season. This year’s festival, held September 21-23, is an AppleJack Flashback featuring fan-favorite events from years past, including water barrel fights, apple baking and peeling contests, go-cart races, and more! If you’ve never been, it’s the perfect year to attend!

Nebraska City is one of our state’s oldest towns. The nationally-known AppleJack Festival brings well over 60,000 visitors to the small town of 7,347 (2016 census). Between the parade, craft fairs, car show, carnival, fun run, and of course delicious food, there is plenty of exciting family activities to make braving the crowds worthwhile. Anything and everything apple is available that weekend— the famous homemade apple cider

doughnuts and apple fritters are worth it to me. The festival’s schedule is available at GoNebraskaCity.com.

There’s plenty of apple-picking and fall festivities that take place all season long, making Nebraska City a fun town to visit. Nearby orchards and pumpkin patches host entertainment, kids’ activities, and acres of youpick apples, pumpkins, vegetables, and other fruits! Our family really likes the Tree Adventure at Arbor Day Farm, which includes a 50-foottall tree house, scenic trails, nature explore classrooms, and more. We’ve even bought a family membership a few times to make our visits more affordable, despite not living in town.

How did Nebraska City become famous for apples? Long ago, J. Sterling Morton, an early Nebraska resident, founded Arbor Day, the now national April holiday. He and his wife’s desire for a tree-filled world resulted in the Arbor Day Farm and orchards. The Morton’s original estate, the Arbor Lodge State Historical Park at Arbor Day Farm, is open to the public year-round (does not require a

park permit) and the historic 52-room mansion is available for group tours (call 402-8738757 to schedule). Discover all the family fun of Arbor Day Farm at ArborDayFarm. org. A list of their fall events can be found on page 3.

Not traveling this fall?

Bring the apple ambiance to your home with these family-favorite books:

•• Apple by Nikki McClure, The AppleJack Festival Parade (2014).

Photo credit: Gretchen Garrison a picture book following the life of an apple •• Apple Cider Making Days Simply cover cored, sliced apples

by Ann Purmell, an illustrated storywith water, apple juice, or cider (peelbook about a family making cider ing optional), cook on low for several •• The Seasons of Arnold’s Apple Tree hours, and mash! For a smoother

by Gail Gibbons, a classic picture sauce, puree in a blender. If you prebook about the changing seasons •• How to Make an Apple Pie and See fer sweetened applesauce, add brown the World by Marjorie Priceman, sugar and cinnamon to your liking. complete with a recipe!

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Priceman’s recipe is for classic homemade apple pie. If that task seems daunting to you, try your hand at crockpot applesauce instead! Both homemade treats will fill your home with a delicious, warm apple aroma.

Nebraska enthusiast who writes at Odyssey Through Nebraska.

She also homeschools her four kids and helps her husband with their business. This autumn, she will probably stick with baking her grandma’s apple crisp since a crust is not required. Her book, Detour Nebraska, is available in local stores & online.

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Berries for Birds BirdNerd Blurb

By Jason “the BirdNerd” St. Sauver Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center 402-797-2301 • scp@audubon.org springcreekprairie.audubon.org

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ith fall arriving, birds will start migrating back to their southern homes, like Texas, Mexico, or all the way down to the jungles of South America. Our feathered friends that were visiting Nebraska and places north of here for the summer will soon take to the sky, and many times will travel all day and night to reach their destinations. For their long journey ahead, migratory birds will need nutritious food sources like bugs, berries, and seeds—and you can help!

Autumn is a great time to plant fruit-bearing shrubs and bushes for birds. Native Nebraska dogwoods, elderberry, and chokeberry bushes offer sweet, sugary berries that give birds the energy they need to endure

their long flights. You also get the honor of watching native and visiting birds enjoy these berries if you have them in your yard. Look for meowing Gray Catbirds, lovely patterned Cedar Waxwings, and possibly even the more rare and sneaky Swainson’s Thrush.

Happy Birding!

Upcoming Events at SCP BUGS: Above & Below FREE | All Ages Saturday, August 18 | 10am-12pm Join Spring Creek Prairie, the Xerces Society, & UNL’s Bruner Entomology Club for a day of fun exploring! Capture & identify dragonflies, butterflies, & beetles, dig for springtails & larvae, and build bee & wasp hotels!

Fall Fest: 20 Years of Tallgrass $5 Suggested Donation | All ages Friday, September 28 | 5-8pm Celebrate the Year of the Bird & our 20th birthday during our annual prairie festival!

There’ll be kid & family-friendly activities around the trails, wagon wides, local bands & musicians, plus birthday cake & custard!

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ancaster County youth and their families are invited to discover the 4-H youth development program at the annual 4-H Information Night!

4-H Information Night Tuesday, October 16th, 6:00pm Lancaster Extension Education Center 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln

4-H is open to all youth ages 5-18. There are no fees to join 4-H in Lancaster County. Emphasis is on citizenship/leadership, science, healthy lifestyles, career development and ag literacy.

By doing hands-on projects, youth will learn practical skills while developing life skills. The adult

mentoring that the young people receive through 4-H plays a vital role in helping them achieve future life successes.

In Lancaster County, there are four ways to get involved: •• Help form a new 4-H club •• Be an independent member •• Join an existing 4-H club (limited availability) •• Participate in 4-H activities, such as camps Families are encouraged to help organize a new club—which is a lot easier than you may think! It’s great if you know other adults interested in starting a club with you, but if not, 4-H can set you up with other volunteers wanting to help start a club, too!

For more information, call Extension at 402-441-7180 or go to www.lancaster.unl.edu/4h.

In 4-H clubs, members learn by doing hands-on projects.

Last year, the Fusion 4-Hers club was recognized as a Nebraska 4-H Club of Excellence for achieving specific criteria, such as meeting at least six times a year, electing youth officers, and completing at least one community service project.

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Be Flood Safe!

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uring heavy rain events, curbside gutters can quickly turn into rivers as water is carried to storm drains. If there is too much water, streets can become flooded because there is nowhere else for it to go. Sometimes there is so much water, you can hardly believe your eyes! Flooding does not happen every day, and seeing it can be very exciting for children.

As fun as it sounds, playing in floodwater is not safe. Floodwater can contain chemicals such as oil, anti-freeze, fertilizers, and pesticides. It can also carry bacteria that can make you sick.

Floodwater is murky and can hide hazards like washed-out roads or holes in the ground. It also picks up everything in its path and moves it around. Sharp objects can lurk just below the surface and cause injury if you step or trip on them.

Always use caution when walking, bicycling, or riding in a car near flooded areas. If floodwater is blocking your path, do not attempt to cross! It only takes six inches of fast moving water to knock you off your feet. And it only takes 12 to 18 inches of fast moving water to carry away a vehicle, even a large SUV. Floodwater deep enough to reach the bottom of a vehicle can also cause it to stall and become stranded.

Play it smart, play it safe. If you encounter floodwater: turn around— don’t drown!

Fatima Al khafaji, 8, “Lily Pond” Campbell elementary school

Be Flood Safe!

Turn Around— Don’t Drown!

By Shannon Ideus City of Lincoln Watershed Management Division What looks like fun Water swirling your way, Could make for a very, Very bad day!

6 inches of Floodwater Will sweep you off your feet, 12 inches of floodwater Will take your car off the street!

Be safe, stand back, Don’t go in— What looks shallow, Could be up to your chin!

Gutters and inlets Full of rain, Can suck you down, Again and again!

When the waters start to rise, Open your eyes!

Always use your head, Don’t drown, turn around instead!

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Play in the Streets at Streets Alive!

Outdoor Festival Gets People Moving, Entertains, Informs up, find a route map, and learn more, visit the Fun Run/Dog Walk page at HealthyLincoln.org/StreetsAlive.

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very September, Partnership for a Healthy Lincoln takes health and wellness resources into the community and adds food, fitness, and fun with our free city-wide outdoor movement festival, Streets Alive! This year it will again be hosted by the Belmont Neighborhood, on Sunday, September 23, from 1-4:30pm.

Streets Alive! is a family, child, pet, and wheelchair friendly event that promotes good nutrition and active living, encouraging people to get out and get moving. Garden produce and food trucks with tasty, fresh choices show visitors the joy of eating healthy. It’s a traffic-free event, with nearly two miles of city streets cordoned off and lined with over 100 exhibitors from non-profit organizations providing free health resources and screenings to festival goers.

All along the route there are joinin fitness and sports activities to encourage people to walk, run, stroll, propel a wheelchair, bike or skate their way through the festival and participate in active outdoor fun.

Streets Alive! is also filled with fun kids activities that teach as well as entertain. Find a route map at healthylincoln.org/streetsalive.

Lincoln Calling Artists Join Entertainer Line-up The festival route is interspersed with music, art, dance, and other entertainment that appeals to people of all ages and tastes. This year, some of the artists and musicians from Lincoln Calling, the 5-day, downtown music and arts festival (Sep. 19-23), will perform at Streets Alive!

Fan-favorite performances from previous Streets Alive! festivals will also put on shows at this year’s event.

Streets Alive!

Fun Run/Dog Walk Also new this year, kids and adults of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in a 1.5-mile Fun Run/ Dog Walk before the festival starts.

Runners begin at 12:30pm, with dog walkers starting 5-10 minutes after. Special thanks to the generosity of two sponsors: the Community Health Endowment of Lincoln, for covering the entry fee for the first 150 kids to sign up, and OneHealth Nebraska, for covering the entry fee for all the kids in the Belmont Recreation Center Running Club.

The entry fee for adults and kids who sign up after the 150 free slots are filled is $10 per person. All participants will receive a Streets Alive!

Fun Run/Dog Walk tee shirt. To sign

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This year, Partnership for a Healthy Lincoln and the Belmont neighborhood will unveil the Streets Alive!

Belmont Community Development Project. The project, a covered shelter in Belmont Park, will serve as an outdoor classroom for Belmont school and preschools. It will also provide additional outdoor program space for the community learning center, senior and recreation centers, and meeting space for families, neighborhood organizations, and faith communities. The project was funded through donations, including platinum sponsors Lincoln Parks Foundation/Lincoln Parks & Recreation, Nebraska–Iowa Kiwanis Foundation, and the Lincoln Sunrise, Center, Cornhusker, Northeast, and Capital City Kiwanis Clubs.

Partnership for a Healthy Lincoln (PHL) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health, wellness, and fitness of our community. We collaborate with other organizations on joint projects to improve health by increasing physical fitness, promoting good nutrition, supporting breastfeeding, and working with healthcare providers to increase vaccination and cancer screening rates, and improve chronic disease management.

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he Lincoln Midwest B a l l e t Company, under the direction of Artistic Director Shari True, is pleased to announce the auditions for their 2018 Nutcracker ballet.

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The Nutcracker Ballet will be and Vine). Auditioners must be at least eight years old at the time of performed at the Lied Center for the audition, with the exception Performing Arts on the University of gymnasts and party boys, who of Nebraska-Lincoln campus on Friday, December 7, 2018, at 7pm must be at least six years old. Party boys, gymnasts, and dancers ages 9 and on Saturday, December 8, to 11 will audition on Friday eve2018, at 11am and 4pm. ning. The remaining dancers will Auditions will be held Friday, September 21, and Saturday, audition on Saturday.

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and can be completed at LincolnMidwestBallet.org. The audition schedule, general information, and tips are also available on the website. A one-time audition fee of $25 is payable when registering. Online registration will close Wednesday, September 19, at 5pm.

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Why a Music Education?

Written by Jo Riecker-Karl, Chair, Music Outreach Program, Lincoln Music Teachers Association

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Fall Auditions Appointment required

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f you are interested in making the world brighter for your child, a music education is the perfect gift. The following is a list of some of the proven benefits of listening to and making music: •• Music stimulates the mind, improves mood, and brings people together. Children are ready to make music earlier than you might think.

•• Children who study an instrument learn about discipline, dedication and the rewards of hard work.

•• Playing a musical instrument strengthens eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills.

•• A study at the University of California at Irvine demonstrated that children who participated in music instruction showed dramatic enhancements in abstract reasoning skills. Researchers have found neural firing patterns suggesting

that music may hold the key to higher brain function.

•• Research at McGill University in Montreal, Canada showed that elementary age students who were enrolled in music lessons scored higher for general and spatial cognitive development, the abilities that form the basis for performance in math and engineering.

•• Students who make music have been shown to get along better with classmates and have fewer discipline problems.

•• Just listening to music can fill a home with joy and add an extra

dimension to children’s lives.

People who make music enjoy these benefits many times over.

Consider the gift of music education to your child. Check out the Lincoln Music Teachers Association (LMTA) website, www.LMTA.info and click on Teacher Directory for a list of qualified teachers. LMTA welcomes teachers in all fields to join our active group.

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You Will Love Lacrosse!

Written by Carson Leaser, LSW student, Rampage lacross player, Lincoln Junior Rampage Youth Coach

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ne day when I was five years old, I saw my now-favorite team, UNC, playing lacrosse on ESPNU. I quickly learned that this game was so much more than something airing on ESPN. Lacrosse is a game given to us by the Native Americans in Canada, and I’m so thankful they invented it! Lacrosse combines the speed of hockey, quick passing of soccer, and plays similar to those of basketball.

The day I got my first stick, my life was forever changed. My dad could tell by my smile that this sport was going to be something special for me. I remember my first game when I tried my best but didn’t score. Then, in the second half of the last game of

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Carson Leaser at age 10

that season, I finally got my first goal; it was the happiest moment of my life! Now, after scoring hundreds of goals, I am playing my freshman season on varsity. I have a true love for the sport, and I’m sure you will love it, too. Come give it a try this Fall, who knows, I could be your coach!

Lincoln Jr. Rampage Fall Season runs Sundays, Sep 9-Oct 28. Boys & girls Pre-K through 8th grade are welcome!

Learn more & register at lincolnlax.net.

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Fall is Full of Kid-Friendly Fun at Grace Lutheran Church Come one & all to Grace’s Family Fun Night on Aug. 7, 6-8pm.

Oasis Bluegrass Band will be playing, so grab your lawn chairs or a picnic blanket and bring the family for a free concert!

There’ll be food, water balloons, snow cones, & fun activities!

FAMILY FUN NIGHT F RE E!

★ National Night Out 2018 ★

Tuesday, August 7 ★ 6-8pm

On October 31, Grace will host Trunk-or-Treat in the parking lot from 5-7pm. Everyone is invited to this festive event!

Sunday worship begins at 9am • Adult Bible study at 10:40am.

Children’s Sunday school starts September 9 at 10:30am.

Wednesday prayer service begins September 12 at 7pm.

2225 Washington St. • (402) 474-1505 • www.egrace.org

After School Clubs & More at Makit Takit It’s time to go back to school!

Makit Takit is offering after school art clubs for grades 1-8!

Each quarter will feature 4 new classes—just pick your day & time!

The clubs are designed for beginning artists and those who want to try something new & expand their creative knowledge.

First quarter runs Sep 5-Oct 12 • Registration is open now!

Makit Takit is a drop-in studio where you can come with a project in mind or find a new one and “Make it or Take it!”

We also host unique birthday parties, youth & adult classes, group activities, kid-friendly events, exclusive date nights, & more!

Check our website and follow us on social media for specials!

— Featuring —

Oasis Bluegrass Band, Food, Games, & Prizes!

Grace Lutheran Church ★ 2225 Washington St. East Parking Lot—indoors if raining

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Lincoln’s Craft Studio • 47th & Prescott

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Kindermusik is a classroom learning experience.

We teach children music so they can become better learners.

It’s not about making little Mozarts—it’s about developing skills in the whole child, from birth to age 7!

Kindermusik encourages cognitive, physical, social, emotional, language, and musical development.

Our low monthly rate provides you with unlimited age-appropriate classes (some exceptions may apply).

Kindermusik of Lincoln has been recognized as one of the top 5% Kindermusik studios in the world. Come see why!

Junior Golf Academy at Pine Lake Golf Course Golfing isn’t just a summer sport!

Here at the Junior Golf Academy we provide a complete junior golf experience year-round, starting at just age 5.

We believe golf should be accessible to all! We offer affordable junior, individual, couples, & family memberships.

We also host youth summer camps, events, & walk-on play.

Pine Lake Golf Course is a par-3, 9-hole course perfect for an enjoyable game for golfers of all ages & skill levels.

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Junior Golf ACADEMY At Pine Lake Golf & Tennis

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Fall • Winter • Spring • Summer Fun & Games with a purpose!

Thurs. afterschool & Sat. a.m. sessions.

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Our Trip to Guanajuato: A City for Families Written by Karla Goerl, Publisher, Lincoln Kids! Newsapper

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his summer we took our first international family vacation.

We’ve taken a few road trips before, nothing extravagant, but this year sang a different tune. Grandma and “Bumpa” moved to Mexico, so we saved up, bought three plane tickets, and flew south for a few weeks.

Guanajuato City, nestled in the mountains of Central Mexico, is an excellent destination for traveling with kids. The city is known for it’s friendly, family-centric community that inspired parts of Disney’s Coco.

We never once felt unsafe or unwelcome. Tourism for the city hasn’t hit the mainstream yet, so crowds were mostly comprised of locals when we visited in May. That was a turning point for me: all of the sights, culture, trinkets—it was all there as a part of everyday life, not just for tourism.

It’s an affordable city, too. Most of our entertainment cost less than $3, if not free. Souvenirs were often handmade works of art sold directly from the artist for a few bucks. Multi-

These local artists flaunt their Coco pride!

Kenny was fascinated by the colorful Catrina!

course, high-end fine dining meals cost about $20 per person, including a generous tip, and delicious street food was often under a dollar per plate!

There were definitely places where you could spend a lot of money, like the modern shopping mall or one of the fine art or ceramic galleries, but we mostly enjoyed exploring and supporting the small shops, street vendors, and little grocery tiendas stocked with farm fresh produce, cheese, crema, fresh breads, and even fresher juice, and always costing way less than expected.

Every night it was almost as if the entire city joined at the city center in a celebration of life. The atmosphere filled with music, art, food, and people of all ages enjoying each other’s company and respecting one another.

Local children invited our son to dance and play, and we relaxed and smiled as he jumped in eagerly.

We did a lot of walking. We strolled through neighborhoods of hot pink, cerulean, and seafoam green houses, drove through the iconic winding tunnels beneath the city, and kissed on the legendary Callejon del Beso.

We fed the birds, toured museums, and stood in awe as world-class chalk artists covered the sidewalks with masterpieces depicting the blending of cultures. We even toured a nearby pre-Hispanic Otomi pyramid and archaeological site, Cañada de la Virgen, excavated just 20-some years ago. We never stopped exploring, and we never grew tired of the adventure.

We gained far more than we ever expected from this journey. We unearthed fragments of ourselves that were buried with parenthood, redis-

covered our desire to have more art in our lives, and grew closer and stronger as a family. Guanajuato’s culture of artistry, history, and family respect left a welcome impression on our hearts.

If you want to take a big trip but aren’t sure where to go or how to plan it, check out the group tours offered by Jan & Kevin Carper below. They put together a new expedition each year, filled with bucket-list attractions and breathtaking adventures.

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Experience Buenos Aires, Iguazú Falls & more in beautiful South America!

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Email us for info & itinerary and to keep in touch about future trips!

Jan: jcarper1@live.com • Kevin: kcarper2010@live.com “If not now...when?”

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Fundraisers & Group Events at Defy Gravity!

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utumn is prime time for brainstorming fundraisers and group events. It’s also the time of year where activities are moving indoors, children are regrouping and looking for fun places to burn off some energy, and adults are looking for things to do that can involve the whole family or provide date-night getaways!

Well, look no further than Defy Gravity, your locally owned and operated Inter-ACTIVE FUN Park! Defy Gravity has the space for large groups (up to 300 people), can help you raise funds with an open-house fundraiser, and features a variety of weekly day & night specials for all to enjoy!

GROUP EVENTS From family reunions and youth groups to field trips, holiday parties, and everything in between, Defy Gravity can help you provide an exhilarating experience that will not soon be forgotten. Time and again we help groups of 15+ people laugh the day away and reconnect with active fun! Imagine the excitement you and your employees, family, and friends will have while competing against each other on Defy Gravity’s Ultimate Warrior Course, racing to the top of the Climbing Wall, and battling for glory in Trampoline Ninja. Most group event packages include Open Jump, where adults can channel their inner-child and people of all ages can show off their best tricks and styles. We offer a variety of options to fit your event needs, from public-access activities to private party rooms, reserved features, and exclusive use of part or all of the facility. We host functions for youth groups, sports teams, company events, schools, and so much more. Defy Gravity can help you plan the event of the year! Let your imagination guide you while working with our Events Coordinator.

Learn more on our website, www. defygravitylincoln.com, or call 402817-6900 Ext. 2.

FUNDRAISERS Defy Gravity believes in supporting our wonderful community. We are proud to offer unique fundraising programs that allow all members of the community the opportunity to get involved and support your cause—all while having FUN! Our fundraisers are easy to plan openhouse events that give back to you!

Schedule your fundraiser by calling DG to select your date and time, and then it’s up to you to spread the word! During your fundraiser, Defy Gravity will donate 20% of sales back to you for everyone that mentions the cause (excludes food & beverages). Defy Gravity will even provide you with a promotional flyer to distribute—the more people you reach, the bigger the turnout, the more funds are raised!

“In an age when raising money for your organization can be a big task, Defy Gravity strives to make it easy for our partner organizations to get the biggest bang for their time and energy. Being locally owned and operated makes us the perfect partner in finding ways to invest in Lincoln. We have made it a part of our culture and want to help you by giving back,” shared Jacob Bischoff, General Manager.

Open house fundraisers are held during the week on Monday through Thursday. Dates fill up fast—call 402-817-6900 Ext. 2 today to schedule your fundraiser!

WEEKLY FEATURES As the weather gets cooler, remember to get out and stay active!

Defy Gravity hosts a variety of weekday, night, and weekend features & specials to keep you and the kids happy all year round!

We have daily deals on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.

Our Sunday Rush, a two hour combo discount, is always a fan favorite. Plus, we have Toddler Time on Mondays & Fridays.

Details are available online on our homepage and under the activities tab. Check the website often for new features or call 402-817-6900 to learn more!

Jump into fall fun with Defy Gravity: Lincoln’s original and locally-owned & operated Trampoline and Inter-ACTIVE FUN park!

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7am-2pm | Auld Pavilion–Antelope Park Advance Tickets: $6 • $7 at the door KiwanisPancakeFeed.BrownPaperTickets.com

All proceeds support Kiwanis efforts to serve the needs of children.

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Free Bereavement Camp Offered to Grieving Youth Submitted by Mourning Hope Grief Center

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his fall, Mourning Hope Grief Center is partnering with The Moyer Foundation to host the fifth annual Camp Erin® Lincoln.

Camp Erin is a weekend-long, overnight bereavement camp designed for children and teens ages 6 through 17 who have experienced the death of someone significant in their life, such as a parent, sibling, family member or friend. Facilitated by professional staff and trained volunteers from the Mourning Hope Grief Center, Camp Erin Lincoln is offered free of charge to all bereaved youth seeking support.

At Camp Erin Lincoln, youth have the opportunity to be around other kids who have experienced a similar loss. The retreat weekend will help bereaved youth share their grief experiences in creative ways through

arts and crafts, time to talk and share, performing outdoor games and challenge courses, participating in memorial activities and even sharing a campfire experience.

The 2018 Camp Erin Lincoln will be held Friday, September 21 through Sunday, September 23 at Carol Joy Holling Camp in Ashland, Nebraska. Camp Erin is FREE to all campers through generous support from The Moyer Foundation, donations from local corporations, foundations, individuals and other area organizations.

For additional details about Camp Erin Lincoln, or any of the programs and services offered by Mourning Hope, please visit mourninghope.org, email hope@mourninghope.org, or call (402) 488-8989.

Information and registration for the 2019 Camp Erin Lincoln will be available in January.

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House Training Dogs

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with Allison Hunter-Frederick, Reader, Writer, Blogger, & Animal Lover AllisonTalksPets@gmail.com

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ouse-soiling by dogs is a frequent problem. It’s one of the most common reasons dogs are surrendered to shelters. There are three things you can do to avoid this fate: potty train, address possible causes, and manage inevitable accidents.

Begin house training your puppy when she’s between three and four months. Be patient. You’re teaching her to control her bladder. Training can take up to a year. Follow these steps: •• Control your puppy’s diet.

Feed her several small portions throughout the day. Remove access to food between meals.

•• Schedule your puppy’s potty breaks. Take her out first thing in the morning, last thing at night, and after she eats, drinks, naps, and plays. Take her outside if she cries or paces.

•• If your puppy’s about to relieve herself inside, say a quick “No!” and take her outside.

•• When home, take your puppy outside on a leash to the same spot each time.

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•• Praise and reward your puppy for successfully relieving herself outside. Let her know she achieved a great victory.

•• Never punish your puppy for relieving herself inside. She won’t understand what she’s done wrong, and she may become afraid of you.

Your dog isn’t having accidents to punish you. There may be environmental or emotional stressors affecting his behavior. The following list offers possible causes and remedies: •• Submissive Urination: Does your dog pee when you come home or when he meets new people? Kneel at his level when you greet him, avoid eye contact, don’t immediately touch him on his head or ears, and try tossing a treat when he greets you.

•• Excitement: Does your dog pee when excited? Kindly ignore him until he’s calm, then pet with slow, even strokes and speak in a soft, soothing voice.

•• Fear: Are loud noises keeping your dog from relieving himself outside? If the sound is temporary, take him to another area or on a walk. If the noise is consistent, use distractions and

Decorations can pose a hazard.

Keep watch around candles & cords.

Keep candy, especially chocolate, out of your pet’s reach.

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neath. If your dog has accidents everywhere, try putting your dog in a belly band or dog diaper.

•• Clean Your Dog: Regularly clean your dog’s skin with warm soapy water and a soft cloth to prevent rashes and burns. Keeping his hair short around his bottom and tail will make clean up easier.

Contact your vet if there are red or swollen areas.

•• Clean Your House: A decent petodor remover may reduce the chance of your dog having recurring accidents in the same places. To find all the places he might have peed, use a black light.

Your dog will always want to please you. If she’s house-soiling, she needs your help. With time and patience, your home can once again be a clean and cheerful one. If the messes are persistent and you’ve exhausted all attempts, remember to keep your veterinarian involved, and email me at allisontalkspets@ gmail.com for helpful advice and encouragement!

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•• Changes in Routine: Have there been recent changes in your life? Allow your dog time to adjust and resume a routine as soon as possible.

•• Separation Anxiety: Does your dog act distressed and relieve himself when left alone? Consult a specialist.

•• Marking: Is your dog urinating on vertical surfaces? Have your dog spayed or neutered; consistent correction and obedience training may help, too.

Sometimes a dog’s incontinence is untreatable. Here are some suggestions to minimize the mess: •• Protective Covers: If your dog consistently wets in the same places, try laying down plastic covers or potty pads. Place old bedding on top of the plastic covers to help your dog accept them. If your dog has accidents while it sleeps, try an elevated mesh bed with a potty pad under-

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An Interview with a Red Panda

By Hunter Reeves, Lincoln Children’s Zoo

What do you like to do in your free time?

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ne of the most popular animals at Lincoln Children’s Zoo is small with red fur and most of all adorable! Of course, we are talking about red pandas. In this interview, we are going to climb through the dense bamboo forest of facts to learn about all things red panda. Over a fresh bowl of water and bamboo snacks, we sat down with our very own red panda, Tinkerbell, or Tink as she prefers, to get her insights on red pandas and our Zoo.

What is your favorite snack, gummy bears?

Gummy bears? No! Typically, I love to eat bamboo. My favorite snack has to be grapes though.

Where are you from?

Originally, I am from the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI) in Virginia. But I moved to the Lincoln Children’s Zoo in the Spring of 2015 to help save my species through their breeding program—and also to show off my Husker red!

Painting is one of my favorite activities. I like to use lots of colors, and my zookeeper, Davi Ann, helped me master using a paintbrush!

Where is your habitat located within the Zoo?

If your species is native to Virginia, why aren’t you called the Virginian Panda?

I was only born in Virginia! Red pandas are naturally found in Asia where we live in the high forests within the Himalayas.

What are some fun enrichment items you like to play with in your habitat?

I have lots of toys to play with. I love when my keepers give me a new toy— especially if it is big and I can climb all

over it! Unfortunately, I can’t ride a bike, but I like to stay active by jumping and playing with many of the toys you probably like to play with.

If you are a panda, why aren’t you black and white?

I am only a distant relative to the giant panda; instead, I am more closely related to weasels, raccoons, and skunks.

But personally, I think I am so much cuter. And did you know I’m actually the original panda? The giant panda was discovered after I was!

Currently, I live next to the Animal Kingdom, across from the Bobcats, Apollo and Zeus. Generally, they are good neighbors, although Apollo usually sings Moana a little too loudly before bed. Soon E.J. and I will be moving into a habitat near the new entrance of the Zoo in the expansion area. I am so excited to get a break from Apollo’s singing!

Tink may be the smallest of the Zoo’s red pandas, but she definitely has the biggest personality! Please join us on August 25 for the Red Panda Run, a 1-mile fun run through the Zoo! It’s free for parents! Register by August 8 to guarantee an official Red Panda Run t-shirt. LincolnZoo.org.

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Child Care & Education Centers NAME

AREA OF TOWN

PROGRAM

CONTACT • LOCATION

Academic Advantage

East South

Educational childcare facility offering care for ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Also accepting students for summer programs, as well as Fall school transportation to these schools: Kahoa, Pyrtle, Meadowlane, Calvert, Humann, Zeman, Maxey, Hill, Cavett, Wysong, and Adams. Visit our website for more info: www.AACDC.com

8215 Northwoods, Ste. 100, 402-465-4769 6021 S. 56th Street, 402-420-5440 7301 S. 15th Street, 402-421-7301

Belmont Community Center Preschool

Northwest

NEW! EXTENDED HOURS Licensed, quality early childhood education preschool program for 3-5 year olds.

Monday-Friday 8:30-12:00 or MWF 8:30-12:00. Title XX accepted.

3335 N. 12th Street 402-477-8854 BelmontCommunityCenter.org

Bluestem Montessori

East

Urban Montessori! Currently accepting grades K-4, and will expand one grade per year through 6th grade. Now accepting applications for Fall 2018.

6300 A Street (402) 735-0987 www.bluestemmontessori.com

Preschool

South

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.

Calvert Rec Center, 4500 Stockwell 402-441-8480 parks.lincoln.ne.gov

CEDARS

North Central

Focusing on school readiness, we offer secure, nurturing environments to children ages 6wks–12yrs. Includes before & after school programs at Clinton & Hartley Schools. Programs are accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA) &/or the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Childcare subsidy accepted. Call to enroll today!

East Central

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 Street 402-476-8304 www.DimensionsEd.org

Central

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.

Located in First-Plymouth Church, 20th & D 402-476-8304 www.DimensionsEd.org

South

Our thematic content supports language development in both 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.

Child Development Center

Calvert Rec Center

Dimensions

Education Programs at 7700 A St.

Dimensions

Education Programs at First-Plymouth

Dual Language Preschool

The

journey

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Irving Rec Center, 2010 Van Dorn, 402-441-7954 parks.lincoln.ne.gov

begins.

Best wishes to the Class of 2031!

Now enrolling for Preschool, PreK, & Before/After School.

New classrooms. Expanded registration.

Space limited. Call today!

Krayon Campus Childcare & Education Center 6am–6pm | 6 weeks–12 years Early Learning Daycare, Preschool, PreK, Before & After School

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Child Care & Education Centers NAME

AREA OF TOWN

PROGRAM

Fingerprints

Child Development Center

Northeast

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.

Highlands Academy

Northwest

Child Development & Family Resource Center.

Ages 6 weeks–12 years. Full time Care. Preschool Curriculum.

South

Hourly childcare. Fully licensed, no reservations required! Ages 1.5-11 years. Hours: Mon-Thu: 7:30am-10pm. Fri: 7:30am-Midnight. Sat: 10am-Midnight. Sun: 1pm-6pm.

Pick your days for our flexible preschool program & summer camps!

Krayon Campus

Central

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.

Lincoln Christian

South

Academic Christian preschool providing excellent early childhood education grounded in Biblical truth. Attend 2, 3, or 5 half-day sessions per week.

Both AM and PM available. Check out our website!

Northeast

Full & part time licensed developmental learning center using Creative Curriculum program for ages 6 weeks-13 years, located in the historic Havelock district.

Summer programs & before/after school Community Learning Centers in Norwood Park & Brownell schools. Title XX welcome. Visit NFCLincoln.org for more info.

West

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

Far South

Ages 18 mo-8th grade. Open 7am-6pm.

Montessori Education in a Farm setting with a family atmosphere.

Certified Montessori Teachers.

7 miles South of Lincoln on Hwy 77 402-438-6668 PrairieHill.com

East

Nestled on 80 gorgeous acres east of Lincoln, we offer your child a special and unique experience. New facility. Spacious accommodations, developmental learning centers, and the natural setting of a country school all provide for a wholesome atmosphere.

The Child’s View

South

Open 7:30am to 5:30pm. Ages 18 months to 6 years. Part time or full time.

Certified Montessori Teachers.

Trinity Lutheran School

Northeast

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. Call to learn more or visit our website.

True Knowledge Preschool

South

A new premier preschool in Lincoln! We offer a fun & exciting academic approach that will prepare your 3-5 year-old for Kindergarten & beyond.

Small classroom sizes. Engaging teacher. Contact us today to learn more!

Westminster

South

NAEYC accredited Christian program for ages 3-5. Rated (5) for Step Up to Quality.

Five different AM & PM classes plus all day classes from 9am-3pm.

Extended care 7:30-9am & 3-5:30pm. School year and summer classes available.

Southeast

Ages 6 weeks–12 years. Preschool curriculum beginning at age one. Before and after school care. A Step up to Quality Program. Open 6:30am–6:00pm.

Sign language, soccer, dance, & taekwondo lessons available.

KidsPark

Preschool

Northeast Family Center Early Learning Center

Pioneers Park Nature Center Preschool

Prairie Hill

Learning Center A Montessori School

Prairieview Preschool

Montessori

Preschool

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Child Development Center and Preschool

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CONTACT • LOCATION

5901 NW 1st Street 402-476-2223 highlandsacademy.com 5633 S. 16th St. Ste. 100 402-413-8849 KidsPark.com 6001 Normal Blvd.

402-486-4847 KrayonCampus.com 5801 S. 84th St. 402-488-8888 x 252 LincolnChristian.org/Preschool 6220 Logan Ave. 402-471-3700 nfclincoln.org

143rd “O” St. 402-488-0012 Kitra Deger-Director 3341 Pioneers Blvd.

402-484-8277 www.thechildsviewmontessori.com 1200 North 56th Street 402-466-1800 www.trinityoflincoln.org

5445 Red Rock Lane 402-570-1252 www.trueknowledgelincoln.com

Westminster Presbyterian Church 2110 Sheridan Blvd. • WPSLincoln.org 402-475-6702 ext 103 8310 Wendell Way 402-483-4769 WorldOfKnowledgeNE.com

Williamsburg Village Child Development Center Preparing Lincoln’ s Best & Brightest for the Future 3301 Orwell St. • 402-423-KIDS Now ! g Enrollin

in a farm setting.

Ages 1.5-14 | Preschool • Elementary • Middle • Summer Camps

Prairie Hill Learning Center • PrairieHill.com • 402.438.6668

7800 Holdrege 402-467-4503 CapitolCity.org

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

• Monday-Friday, 6:30am-6pm • 6 wks through 12 years • Positive environment with individual classrooms • Large outdoor play area & nearby park • Nutritious meals & snacks made fresh daily • Transportation to area schools • Neighborhood setting with easy access

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little ones activities

Fun group activities geared towards infants & toddlers

NAME

PROGRAM

Art Babies

Get creative together with your toddler! Bring your little artist, up to age 5, to Gateway Mall on Thursday mornings from 9:30-11am. Join us at The ArtReach Project to explore carefully planned art stations, creative learning activities, and a teacher-guided art project! (Locally inspired fun with Live 360 program)

Itty Bitty Gymnastics

Ages 2-4 will learn fundamental gymnastic skills on gymnastics equipment! Parents are welcome on the floor, but our goal is for this to be the perfect class to transition students from parent-taught activities to instructor-taught activities! 30 minutes per class, $45/month.

Competitive Edge Sports

Kindermusik

FREE Preview Classes! Listen, Move, Play & Grow! Kindermusik–the most trusted music and movement program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, & young children.

Experienced university-trained music educators provide reputable, quality instruction.

Harris Academy of the Arts

Kindermusik of Lincoln

Days, evenings, & weekend classes for ages birth to 7! It’s more than just music— it’s development for the whole child, from physical to emotional to musical and more!

Just $67/month for unlimited age-appropriate classes (some exceptions may apply).

with Shawna Gordon

Baby & toddler exercises, songs, dances, infant- and child-safe rides, unique swings and many other parent+me adventures in age-appropriate classes. Starting at 6 weeks up to 13 years!

My Gym

CONTACT • LOCATION Located in Gateway Mall ArtReachProject.org • 402-610-2295 artreach.lincoln@gmail.com 3515 N. 25th St 402-404-5510 LincolnEdge.com 2935 Pine Lake Rd (across from So. Pointe Mall) 402-423-7121 HarrisAcademyOfTheArts.com Classes held in East Lincoln Christian Church (70th & Edenton Rd,) 402-770-1486 KindermusikOfLincoln.com 2755 Jamie Lane, Suite 4 (near S 27th & Yankee Hill Road) 402-802-9982

MyGym.com/Lincoln

Paint Yourself Silly

Preschool Paint and Story Time — We’ll read a story and create an art project together!

For 2 1/2 to 6 year olds at Paint Yourself Silly’s Pioneer Woods location.

Every Thursday at 10:30. Cost varies $10-$15, no registration necessary- just come on by!

4101 Pioneer Woods Drive, Ste 106 (70th & Pioneers) 402-486-1010

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, 8:30am-5pm, and Sun noon-5pm. Admission is FREE!

3201 S. Coddington (West end of Pioneers Park) parks.lincoln.ne.gov/naturecenter

Pop-In Storytime

Pop-into the museum for storytime with Lincoln City Libraries on the first Thursday of each month at 4pm. Through stories, songs, and movement we’ll learn more about the natural world.

Regular museum admission. Museum members attend for free.

Morrill Hall on the UNL Campus 402-472-2637 museum.unl.edu/storytime

Super Sprouts

Little Ones are invited to discover the power of play! Tuesday through Friday at 10am during the LPS school year. Super Sprouts features fun & educational activities designed for ages 18-36 months.

This drop-in event is FREE with admission. It’s tons of fun for toddler & parent!

1420 P Street 402-477-4000

LincolnChildrensMuseum.org

Toddler Jump

If they can walk, they can jump! Mondays & Fridays 10am-2pm (excludes holidays) Toddler time avoids peak hours so you can spend quality time together jumping and being active! $5/toddler (0-5y) + $5/parent • All ages are welcome! $12.99 ages 5+ • (does not include socks/wristband)

345 Sporting Village Drive, Ste. 1 402-817-6900 www.DefyGravityLincoln.com

Morrill Hall

Lincoln Children’s Museum Defy Gravity

PaintYourselfSilly.net 402-441-7895

SUPPORT GROUPS | PERSONAL INTEREST PROGRAMS Information and meeting dates subject to change. Please call ahead.

events to help families socialize & learn from each other.

DSAANE.org, dsaaofne@gmail.com, 402-413-0199.

Adaptive Recreation Club Programs

by Lincoln Parks & Rec Varied recreational & social activity clubs for youth & adults with special needs, grouped by age. Registration fee +$1 monthly dues, some activities require additional fees. parks.lincoln.ne.gov.

FoodNet Please consider donating perishable and non-perishable food. 100% volunteer-run program to feed the hungry & reduce food waste. No proof of income needed. We provide mostly perishable foods (produce, dairy, bread, etc.) not available in dry food pantries. Several sites distributed to daily. View current locations and times at foodnetlincoln.org.

Answers4Families Information, dialogue opportunities, education, & support for families, children and adults with disabilities, individuals over 60, & providers. State & national resources, support group schedules, organizations, & coping tips. Free database (nrrs.ne.gov) of Nebraska service providers. Helpline 800-746-8420; Answers4Families.org.

Good Neighbor Mothers Offering Moms Support Mom’s support group, 1st & 3rd Thursdays at Good Neighbor Comm. Center, 2617 Y St., 402-477-4173.

Autism Family Network A support organization alternating between fun & informative events. Contact Cathy Martinez, Board President, at afnlincoln@aol.com.

Heartland Home Schoolers Providing encouragement for home school parents.

Offering activities for home schooled students, including skating parties, spelling bee, science fair and more.

Homeschool-life.com/ne/heartland/.

Cancer Support Groups Various cancer support groups and services for patients, family members, & friends. Contact the American Cancer Society, 402-423-4888, 5733 S. 34th Street, Ste. 500.

Help for Attention Deficit Disorders 1st Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Creative/challenging activities for kids, support/education for parents. Family meal provided. 5903 Walker Ave., 402-471-3700.

Charlie Brown’s Kids Grief Support Group 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 6-8pm. Grief support group for children ages 3-18 who have experienced the death of a parent. Caregivers meet at the same time. Youth share feelings through books, discussions, art, writing & remembrance projects. Sheridan Lutheran, 6955 Old Cheney, 483-1845. Bev Prucha, B3549@aol.com.

La Leche League of Lincoln La Leche League’s mission is to help mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support & education, and to promote a better understanding of the importance of breastfeeding. We have multiple meetings & leaders throughout Lincoln. For more information call Brooke at 402-540-8568 or visit www.lllofne.org.

Down Syndrome Advocates in Action NE DSAA NE promotes inclusion & acceptance of those with Down Syndrome. We provide IEP Support, mentoring, &

Lincoln Area Families with Multiples For families welcoming multiples into their lives, and

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the joys and challenges that come with them. 434-6533, coordinator.lafm@gmail.com, lincolnmultiples.org, LAFM, P.O. Box 5911, Lincoln, 68505-5911.

Lincoln MOMs (Mothers on a Mission) Lincoln MOMs (a non-profit) offers fellowship, hope, & joy for Catholic moms. Hear inspiring speakers, socialize, and enjoy coffee & snacks every 1st Saturday of the month, 8:30-10:30am. Free will donations help pay for snacks & child watch. Gianna’s Java & Gelato in the Guadalupe Center, 2241 O St. Learn more & preregister for free babysitting at Facebook.com/groups/ LincolnMOMs. Lincolnmoms@outlook.com.

M.O.M.S. (Meeting Other Mothers) Tuesdays, 9:30-11am, Grace Lutheran Church, 2225 Washington. Conversation, speakers, crafts, snacks, service projects, & various topics; also holiday parties & field trips. Daycare available: $3/child +$1 each additional. Melissa Nickolaus, 464-6921.

MOMS Club of Lincoln (Moms Offering Moms Support) Lincoln chapter of the International MOMS Club®, a non-profit organization specifically for at-home moms.

Several events each month for our members: breakfasts, book clubs, play groups, mom’s night out, etc! We support each other through friendship, activities, & projects in the Lincoln area. MomsClubLincoln.weebly.com.

Mom Support Group Wednesdays, Bryan Health Family Birthplace at Institute for Women’s & Children’s Health. Facilitated by lactation consultants. 1:30-2:30PM. 402-481-7103.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Are you a mom of a child aged birth to kindergarten?

There’s a place for you in a MOPS Group! MOPS provides a welcome break for moms to make new

friends and share in the struggles & joys of raising young children. Ten groups in Lincoln and the surrounding area meeting on various weekday mornings and evenings.

Child care provided in a nurturing environment. www.

MOPS.org, NebraskaMOPS@gmail.com.

Mourning Hope Grief Support Youth, teen, and family grief support groups, events, education, and resources for those who are living grief.

FREE 10-week support groups. Call 402-488-8989, email hope@mourninghope.org or visit mourninghope.org.

Open Hearts Adoption Support Group Fellowship for families with adopted children. Familycentered events (Christmas Party, Ethnic Party, Picnics, Mother’s Tea, Harvest Party). Supported through dues and gifts. All families welcome, especially if you want to find out more about adoption! Dates & locations vary, contact Sherie Quirie, 465-5841 or lincoln-openheartsadoption. blogspot.com.

PACL Parenting Across Color Lines Support group for parenting transracially, interracial relationships with bi-racial children, or adults who grew up transracially. Learn how to help children develop healthy racial identities. Join us for our next Support Group. We meet the 4th Monday of each month, 6:15pm, at Newman Methodist, 2242 R St. Light meal provided.

No fees. Kindly register by the 3rd Friday. 402-476-2273 or laurie@nfapa.org for more info.

Parents of Gender Fluid Kids Monthly coffee and conversation group for parents and primary caregivers of gender fluid, gender creative, or transgender children, youth, and young adults. We meet the second Saturday of every month. For more information, contact parentsofgfkids@gmail.com.

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Children’s Lessons & Activities NAME

CONTACT • LOCATION

INSTRUCTION

PROGRAM

Art Lessons

Join a fun Art Program in our neighborhood studio just around the corner.

Includes: pick up from Sheridan, escorted walking group, snack, sketchbook, art history lesson, instruction from a 20+ year artist & teacher, and all supplies.

2129 Winthrop Road 402-560-3326 ArtAroundTheCorner.net

Art Classes

Creativity with a cause is our specialty. Not your typical art studio, we specialize in creating not just art but artists with our focus on giving back to the community. Each student receives personal attention and is carefully mentored as they mature artistically. We have classes and camps for kids in preschool through middle school with a volunteer program for teens/adults.

Located in Gateway Mall!

ArtReachProject.org • 402-610-2295 artreach.lincoln@gmail.com

Guitar, Strings, Voice & more!

Guitar, Drums, Bass, Piano, Dobro, Lap Steel, Mandolin, Banjo, Violin, Viola, Ukulele, Group Bands, & Voice instruction for all ages. Fun, positive learning environment. Reduced rate guitar & Ukulele classes for kids ages 5-9.

Competitive Edge Sports

Wrestling & Gymnastics

CES • Competitive Edge Sports Lincoln’s Premier Athletic Training Facility Group & individual wrestling classes for ages 3-18 • Gymnastics for ages 2-14.

3515 N. 25th St 402-404-5510 LincolnEdge.com

Emily Mefort Music Studio

Group Piano Classes

Unique and creative music lessons—Learn piano with fun and friends!

Students read music, play chords, improvise, compose, learn ensembles & play games.

Fall openings available for intermediate and advanced students. Call today!

Near 70th & Pioneers emilymefort@gmail.com • 402-617-1237 emilymefort.weebly.com

Music Lessons

Individualized for YOUR Goals | Convenient Scheduling for Entire Family University Trained | Reputable | Experienced | Friendly | Passionate Piano | Voice | Guitar | Strings | Woodwinds | Brass | Theatre Kindermusik | Children’s Music Academy | Rock Bands | Show Choirs | String Ensembles

Swimming Classes

A fun, healthy way to meet new friends, learn water safety, and gain confidence in water—and in life! We offer year-round lessons for youth & adults ages 3+ & a seasonal infant class. All levels are welcome to enjoy our warm-water pool!

Lincoln Music Teachers Association

Music Lessons

Find a Music Teacher!

Access www.LMTA.info for a Teacher Directory.

Scholarships available for those who qualify!

LUX Center for the Arts

Art Classes

Real art taught by real artists! High quality art classes, camps, and private lessons for youth and adults. Popular topics include clay, painting, drawing, metals, and more! Small class sizes for personalized learning.

Dance

Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Hip-Hop and 2-Gether.

Studio directed by Melissa Prettyman Meranda, B.A. in Dance.

Come and experience your child’s passion for dance!

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. MyGym.com/Lincoln

Nissa’s String Studio

Violin, Viola, Guitar, Piano, Cello, & more!

Bring your kids to a place where music is learned, not taught.

All-inclusive membership, no contracts or surprise fees. Three yearly recitals.

Relax in our modern waiting area during your kid’s lesson!

Home of community-based Spitfire Fiddle Band. Call today to get enrolled.

Swimming Lessons

Experience the Swimtastic Difference! Swimtastic Swim School offers small class sizes with individualized attention, warm 90° water, professional and passionate instructors, family first convenience, exceptional curriculum, and unparalleled customer service! Call or check out our website to register.

Art Around the Corner ArtReach Project Blue Raven Music Studios

Harris Academy of the Arts Larson Lifestyle Center

Motions Dance Academy

Swimtastic Swim School

3835 S. 48th St. (by Union College) 402-486-0599 BlueRavenMusic.com

2935 Pine Lake Rd (across from South Pointe Mall) 402-423-7121 HarrisAcademyoftheArts.com 52nd & Stockwell 402-486-2525 Ucollege.edu/larson-lifestyle-center

www.LMTA.info 2601 N. 48th St. 402-466-8692 www.LUXcenter.org 8200 Cody Dr., Suite L (1 block N of 14th & Yankee Hill) 402-420-0579 www.motionsdance.net

2755 Jamie Lane, Suite 4 (near 27th & Yankee Hill) 402-802-9982 MyGym.com/Lincoln 8535 Executive Woods Dr, Ste 100 (near S.14th & Yankee Hill Rd) 402-440-1473 StringStudio.com 7911 Pioneers Blvd 402-489-7946 Swimtastic.com

Email karla@lincolnkidsinc.com for info on directory advertising

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BIG ON SWIM LESSONS!

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! DAILY RATES & AFFORDABLE MEMBERSHIPS YOUTH SWIM LESSONS FOR AGES 3+ | AQUABABIES FOR UNDER 3 WARM WATER POOL & FITNESS CENTER | BIRTHDAY PARTIES, TOO!

FALL SWIM SCHEDULE SESSION DATES

AUG 27 - SEP 20 SEP 24 - OCT 18 OCT 22 - NOV 15 NOV 26 - DEC 6

SIGN UP STARTS

JUL 31 SEP 11 OCT 6 NOV 6

(402) 486-2525

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GUITAR • VOICE • DRUMS • BASS • BANJO • PIANO • UKULELE VIOLIN • VIOLA • DOBRO • LAP STEEL • MANDOLIN • GROUP BANDS

Discounted Ukulele & Guitar lessons for ages 5-9!

Flexible Scheduling!

Ages 5 to adult!

Newly expanded at 3835 S. 48th Street

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CONTACT • LOCATION

FUN FEATURES!

NAME Art Around the Corner

susan@artaroundthecorner.net Susan • 402-560-3326 ArtAroundTheCorner.net

Let us host your art party. We do the work, and your guests take home an original art keepsake.

Have an art project you want to try? We can do it. Contact us to design your party today.

Located in Gateway Mall ArtReachProject.org • 402-610-2295 artreach.lincoln@gmail.com

Celebrate your special day in a very special way. The ArtReach Project specializes in custom created parties that inspire imaginations in a fun, interactive studio full of creative play. Invite as many as you like but only pay for the artists! You bring the treats, we bring the fun. Party pricing begins at $150 for 12 artists.

ArtReach Project Butterfly Kisses Face Painting

402-730-7197 info@butterflykissesfacepainting.com www.ButterflyKissesFacePainting.com

Add fun sparkles & color to your party with professional face painting & glitter tattoos!

Unicorn, dinosaur, fairy princess, tiger & more! So many options & so much fun!

Card My Yard

We are Lincoln’s Premier yard greeting service that specializes in making your BIG occasion even BIGGER! We deliver custom messages that you pick! Choose from over 100 fun graphics!

www.CardMyYard.com facebook.com/cardmyyardlincoln

Cheer Xpress

Have your next birthday party at Cheer Xpress. Open Gym parties including trampoline, tumble track, spring floors and lots of fun equipment. Come to play, jump and tumble. Cheer theme parties available too!

Let us do the entertaining, set up, and clean up, so you can enjoy the party!!

1130 Aries Drive (SW side of 14th & Pine Lake) 402-489-5111 CheerXpress.com

Defy Gravity

Jump to new heights with a Defy Gravity Birthday! Your party host will take care of the details while you sit back and enjoy your child’s celebration! Experience Open Jump, Free Fall, Dunk City, pizza, drinks & more!

Different packages to choose from. Great for all ages! Contact us today!

345 Sporting Village Drive, Ste 1 402-817-6900 DefyGravityLincoln.com

Foodie Kids

Lots of delicious party options for Foodie Kids ages 3 & up!

Several themes & styles to choose from with age-appropriate culinary activities full of flavor & fun!

Our main culinary center holds up to 15 guests & our second party room seats another 10!

6800 S. 32nd St, Ste. B 402-261-4813 Book online! FoodieKidsLincoln.com 5633 S. 16th St. 402-413-8849 KidsPark.com/lincoln

Private birthday parties available! Invitations, balloon favors, a gift for the birthday child, face painting, art, and games are all included. We do the clean up when the party is over!

Sundays 10:30am-12:30pm or 6:30pm-8:30pm. Book your date online at kidspark.com/lincoln today!

KidsPark Larson

52nd & Stockwell 402-486-2525 Ucollege.edu/larson-lifestyle-center

Have your next pool party at Larson Lifestyle’s warm water pool!

Variety of birthday party options to fit any budget. Join us for swimming and bring your gifts and cake for our party room. Call us today for more information.

Lifestyle Center

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 $40. Visit LincolnChildrensMuseum.org to pick the perfect party for you.

1420 P Street, Lincoln, NE 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 jungle-themed Safari Room or the iconic Crooked House. Basic package is just $175, 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 Street 402-475-6741 www.LincolnZoo.org

Your outdoor playland...indoors! Fun for all ages! Private party rooms, playsets, foam pit, inflatable jumpers, fun maze, laser maze, video games, jumping pillow, snack area, and NEW Ballocity!

We do company parties, too! Book your next Fun-tastic party online at 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 sun catchers, and custom projects.

Parties for 8 participants start at just $150! Pottery wheel parties are available for kids ages 10+.

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!

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8431 Cody Drive (15th & Yankee Hill) 402-261-0440 LostInFun.com 2601 N. 48th St. 402-466-8692 www.LUXcenter.org/PARTY 47th & Dudley 402-467-3249 2 blks south of 48th & Holdrege

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NAME Makit Takit

SPLATTER! SLIME! PAINT! We specialize in custom craft parties for school-age kids and adults.

Our space can accommodate groups from 1-25. You bring the guests & treats, we’ll handle the rest!

Parties start at $150. Book online today or stop in and check out the studio!

Lincoln’s Craft Studio

Morrill Hall My Gym Paint Yourself Silly!

CONTACT • LOCATION 4720 Prescottt Avenue 402-483-4232 MakitTakit.com • Christy@MakitTakit.com

Be a paleontologist, discover some of the most bizarre creatures to inhabit Earth, or go on a treasure hunt exploring the museum’s rocks & minerals! Guided museum activities including a hands-on fossil dig in the Marx Discovery Center & gifts for every child! Six party themes to choose from. Private party room!

Morrill Hall on the UNL Campus 402-472-2637 museum.unl.edu/birthdays

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 Lane, Suite 4 (near 27th & Yankee Hill) 402-802-9982 www.MyGym.com/Lincoln

Party-Arty at Paint Yourself Silly! Pottery painting & new clay Poof! parties— Unleash your inner artist! 3 delightful locations!

701 P St • 4101 Pioneer Woods Dr • 1501 Pine Lake Rd • PaintYourselfSilly.net

701 P St. • 402-474-1010 4101 Pioneer Woods Dr. • 402-486-1010 1501 Pine Lake Rd. • 402-423-1030

Pioneers Park Nature Center

Owls, snakes, bugs and the great outdoors are eager to make your child’s birthday a special one! lincoln.ne.gov/city/parks/naturecenter/birthdays.htm

West end of Pioneers Park 402-441-7895 parks.lincoln.ne.gov/naturecenter

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, set up and tear down! Call or click to register!

7911 Pioneers Blvd 402-489-7946 Swimtastic.com

Urban Legends Art YMCA: Cooper, Fallbrook,

Northeast, & Copple Family

Bring out your child’s inner artist with a creative, 2-hour birthday party & leave with a masterpiece! * Canvas Art * String Art * Collage * Water Color * Ceramics * and a 3-tier punch fountain!

Only $15/child. We offer adult parties, too! 402.470.0331 UrbanLegendsArtClasses@gmail.com

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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 $65. Call for more information, or visit YMCALincoln.org

2632 N 48th St. 402-470-0331 UrbanLegendsArt.com Cooper - 6767 S. 14th St. 402-323-6400 Fallbrook - 700 Penrose Dr. 402-323-6444 Northeast - 2601 N. 70th 402-434-9262 Copple Family - 8700 Yankee Woods Dr 402-327-0037

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AUGUST 2018 ZODIAC: Leo Jul 23 - Aug 22 • Virgo Aug 23 - Sep 22

HOLIDAYS & OBSERVANCES • 02: Nat’l Ice Cream Sandwich Day • 03: Nat’l Watermelon Day • 04: Nat’l Chocolate Chip Cookie Day • 05: Friendship Day • 07: Purple Heart Day • 11: Son & Daughter Day • 15: Assumption of Mary • 16: Nat’l Tell A Joke Day • 17: Qixi • 15: Nat’l Honeybee Awareness Day • 19: Nat’l Aviation Day • 21: Senior Citizens’ Day • 22: Eid al-Adha • 25: Raksha Bandhan • 26: Women’s Equality Day DATE & RATE CHANGES/CANCELLATIONS ARE POSSIBLE, PLEASE CALL IN ADVANCE, ESPECIALLY AROUND MAJOR HOLIDAYS.

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• FREE Crunch & Lunch at Peter Pan Park, 33rd & Y, 9am-12:30pm. Mon-Fri through August 10. Free meals & activities daily for kids 2-18: 9am breakfast, 12pm lunch.

Register: parks.lincoln.ne.gov.

• FREE Library Events for ages 0-adult daily. See schedule at LincolnLibraries.org (kids & teens and events pages).

• FREE Daily Admission to Pioneers Park Nature Center, 8:30am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12-5pm Sun. Open late Tuesdays ‘til 7:30 Memorial Day-Labor Day. Prairie exhibits & animal displays. parks.lincoln.ne.gov/naturecenter.

• FREE Daily Admission to the Nebraska History Museum.

Family-friendly activities & exhibits. M-F 10-5:30, Sat: 1-5:30, Closed Sun. Centennial Mall & P st.

• All-Day Indoor Fun at Lost in Fun! Coupon page 30!

• Daily Deals at Defy Gravity. Defygravitylincoln.com.

• Drop & Go Child Care at KidsPark, 14th & Old Cheney.

No reservations. Flexible preschool. Pay only when the kids are here! Ages 1.5-11. Hourly rates. Open till midnight Fri/ Sat! KidsPark.com. Coupon pg.10!

• Drop-in Foodie Fun at the Foodie Kids Makery®! Tue-Fri 11-5, closed Sun/Mon, call for Sat 11-4. Kids 2y+ can jazz up a giant cookie, cupcake, mini pizza & more ($7.99) or apron ($3.99)! Call for 8” cake ($24.99). 402-261-4813.

• Morrill Hall Temporary Exhibits: 0-4y Free, 5-18y $3, 19y+ $6; Family Pass $13; Members FREE; Memberships begin at $50. Planetarium shows extra.

• The Museum Builders thru summer 2019 • Escape Room (ages 14+) • $15 members, $20 non.

Available: Thu 6pm, Fri 3pm, Sat 10:30am/2:30pm, Sun 1pm. Call 402-472-2637 for tickets 1+ days in advance.

WEEKLY

EVERY MONDAY • Toddler Time at Defy Gravity, 10am-2pm, $5 for ages 5 & under + $5 adult. If they can walk, they can jump!

• FREE Los Cuentos! 6:30pm bilingual storytime, Gere Library EVERY TUESDAY • Members-Only Hours at the Children’s Museum, 8:309:30am. Lincolnchildrensmuseum.org.

• FREE Admission at Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center, Denton. Trails open sunrise-sunset. Visitor Center 9-5pm.

• FREE Storytime at Indigo Bridge Books & Cafe, 10-11am.

Storytime + activities! IndigoBridgeBooks.com.

• FREE Zumba at Jayne Snyder Center (Union Plaza), 21st & P, 5:30-6:30pm, Tuesdays thru 9/29. Move More Lincoln.

• FREE Youth Water Fitness, Tuesdays thru Aug 8, Irvingdale Pool, 19th & Van Dorn, 6:15-7:30pm, for youth 5-12 grade. Parent waiver required: Parks.Lincoln.ne.gov.

• FREE Tuesday Late Nights at Pioneers Park Nature Center. Chet Ager bldg open till 7:30, trails till 8! Thru Labor Day. EVERY WEDNESDAY • FREE Community Nature Play 9:30-11am at Southern Heights Food Forest, 40th & Old Cheney, weather permitting. Toddlers/preschoolers+adults. Art, music, and fun in the Nature Explore Classroom!

• FREE Yoga at Jayne Snyder Center (Union Plaza), 21st & P, 12-12:45pm, Wednesdays thru 9/29. Please bring a mat or thick towel. Move More Lincoln.

• FREE Adult Water Fitness, ages 15+, through Aug 12.

Belmont Pool at 6:30 or Eden Pool at 6:15pm.

• Wild Wednesday at the Zoo, open late till 8pm, Wednesdays through August. LincolnZoo.org.

EVERY THURSDAY • Art Babies at The ArtReach Project, Gateway Mall, 9:3011am, $8. Toddlers–age 5 w/adult. Artreachproject.org.

• Preschool Paint & Storytime at Paint Yourself Silly, 70th & Pioneers location only, 10:30am. Just drop by! $10-15/ session. Paintyourselfsilly.net.

• Fallbrook Farmers Market Thursdays through Aug 9, 4-7pm. Special events every week all season long!

Fallbrookfarmersmarket.com.

• FREE Zumba at Jayne Snyder Center (Union Plaza), 21st & P, 5:30-6:30pm, Thursdays thru 9/29.

• FREE Adult Water Fitness, ages 15+, through Aug 12. Irvingdale Pool at 6:15pm.

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 EVERY FRIDAY • Toddler Time at Defy Gravity, 10am-2pm, $5 for ages 5 & under + $5 adult. If they can walk, they can jump!

• FREE Children’s Storytime 11am, at Southpointe Barnes & Noble with hands-on fun & learning.

• FREE Feeling Fit Class at Jayne Snyder Center (Union Plaza), 21st & P, 12-12:45pm, Fridays thru 9/29. Move More Lincoln.

• Friendy Fridays at Paint Yourself Silly, 6-9pm. Two paint for the price of 1! Paintyourselfsilly.net.

• FREE Adult Water Fitness ages 15+, through Aug 12.

Eden Pool at 6:15pm.

EVERY SATURDAY • Haymarket Farmers Market Saturdays 8am-noon thru Oct 15. Performances & local fare!

• FREE Yoga at Jayne Snyder Center (Union Plaza), 21st & P, 10-11am, Saturdays thru 9/29. Move More Lincoln.

• FREE Bilingual Storytime at Indigo Bridge Books & Cafe, 10-11am. Storytime + activities! IndigoBridgeBooks.com.

• Make & Take Workshop at The ArtReach Project, Gateway Mall, 1-3pm. Make a bracelet/necklace for $1/in.

• FREE Hyde Memorial Observatory Holmes Lake, August hours: Sundown to 11pm. HydeObservatory.info.

EVERY SUNDAY • College View Farmers Market 48th & Prescott, 10am2pm, through October 28.

• FREE Adult Water Fitness ages 15+, through Aug 12. Irvingdale Pool at 6:15 or Eden Pool at noon.

EVENTS

THURSDAY, AUG 2 • FREE Lancaster County Super Fair Lancaster Event Center, Havelock & N. 84th St. FREE tickets available at Casey’s General Store, Russ’s Market, Super Saver, & West Gate Bank, or $3 at the door. Buy Fresh Buy Local Farmers’ Market 5-8pm. Buy fresh, local food from farmers at this one-day-only market! Buzz About Bees with UNL Bee Lab, 5-8pm. Kids activities. Honey extraction demos at 5 & 7:30. Kids Ranch Rodeo at 5:30pm. Wooden horse rodeo for toddlers. Mutton Bustin’ at 6pm. Kids ride real sheep in this rodeo for ages 3+. Exotic petting zoo daily & more!

• Hy-Vee Lil’ Chef’s “Scandinavian Cuisine” 2-3pm at 70th & Pioneers. $12/child ages 3-11. Adult must accompany child under 5y. Nuts may be present. Register 24 hrs. in adv.

• Pop-In Storytime 4pm at Morrill Hall geared towards ages 3-5, “Ecosystems.” All ages welcome. Gen. admission (free for members). museum.unl.edu.

• FREE Family Fishing 6-8pm at Holmes Lake. Free poles, bait, & certified instructors at the colorful fishing trailer. No experience necessary! Ages 16+ need a 2018 fishing permit.

• Wine Tasting 6-9pm at James Arthur Vineyard benefiting No Footprint Too Small. Food, music by the Wildwoods, silent auction. $30 in adv./$35 at the door. 402-708-1229.

• OPEN HOUSE Motions Dance 6:30-8pm, 8200 Cody Dr. • FREE KZUM Summer Concert “Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal” at Stransky Park, 17th & Harrison, 7pm. Bring a lawn chair or blanket! Food truck + ArtReach art project for kids. Fenced-in park w/ play equipment & water feature!

• FREE Night Splash for middle school students, 8:3010:30pm, at Highlands, Eden, and Ballard pools.

FRIDAY, AUG 3 • FREE Lancaster County Super Fair Lancaster Event Center, Havelock & N. 84th St. FREE tickets at Casey’s, Russ’s Market, Super Saver, & West Gate Bank, or $3 at the door.

• FREE Musical Storytime 11am, with Harris Academy of the Arts at Southpointe Barnes & Noble.

• First Friday Family Night at Lincoln Children’s Museum, 5-7:30pm every 1st Friday. Free parking at University Square Garage (14th/P) • Pajama Night at Haymarket Paint Yourself Silly, 9pm-12am.

Every 1st Friday wear your PJs for 1/2 price paint fees. Milk & cookies provided. Paintyourselfsilly.net.

SATURDAY, AUG 4 • FREE Lancaster County Super Fair Lancaster Event Center, Havelock & N. 84th St. FREE tickets available at Casey’s General Store, Russ’s Market, Super Saver, & West Gate Bank, or $3 at the door.

• OPEN HOUSE 9am-12pm at TDC, 5445 Red Rock Ln. • Mud Club Family Clay Class 10am at the LUX

Ceramics Center, 48th & Baldwin. Ages 2+ (w/ adult) can come get messy at this drop-in, 45-min class! $8pp. LUXcenter.org.

• OPEN HOUSE 1-4pm at Chase Dance, 1233 Libra Dr. • Family Fun Carnival 10am-2pm at SAC Museum (Ashland).

Animal encounters, performers, face paint, balloons, giant slide, bounce house obstacle course, and of course all the fun and learning at SAC! Regular admission. Cafe on site!

• FREE STEM Storytime 11am, “Cece Loves Science” at Southpointe Barnes & Noble. Get a coupon for $4 kids lunch!

SUNDAY, AUG 5 • FREE Lancaster County Super Fair Lancaster Event Center, Havelock & N. 84th St. FREE tickets available at Casey’s General Store, Russ’s Market, Super Saver, & West Gate Bank, or $3 at the door. Big Wheel Race at 2pm, registration at 1:30pm. Big Wheels are provided! Kids & Adults Pedal Tractor Pull at 3pm, registration at 2:30pm.

• OPEN HOUSE Motions Dance 1-2:30pm, 8200 Cody Dr. • OPEN HOUSE 1-4pm at Chase Dance, 1233 Libra Dr. • FREE Lincoln Municipal Band Summer Concert Series “Famous Anniversaries” 7pm at Shildneck Bandshell, Antelope Park, Garfield St. & Memorial Dr. MONDAY, AUG 6 • Lancaster County Carnival & Talent Festival at the Lancaster Event Center, 6-11pm.

TUESDAY, AUG 7 • FREE Family Fun Night honoring National Night Out 6-8pm at Grace Lutheran (2225 Washington), East parking lot (indoors if rain). Oasis Bluegrass, food, games, prizes!

• Lancaster County Carnival & Talent Festival at the Lancaster Event Center, 6-11pm. Talent search: 7pm. Preregister to compete at GalaxyofStarsTalentSearch.com.

WEDNESDAY, AUG 8 • Register for the Red Panda Run by today in order to guarantee Red Panda tshirt. $25/30. LincolnZoo.org.

• FREE Kindergarten Dental Checks at Nebraska Family Dentistry, 8am-5pm. Call 402-840-9783 for more info!

• FREE Natural Grocers Anniversary Celebration 12-2pm, 48th & O. 33-60% off select items, free samples, door prizes, and events. Free root beer Float social from 4-6.

• University Place Pop-Up Farmers’ Market 3-6pm, 48th & Madison. Produce, art vendors, and activities.

• FREE! Lincoln Play Day 5-7pm at Woods Park, 33 & O st.

Free activities for kids & adults of all ages.

• FREE Belmont Family in the Park 6-8pm at Belmont Park & Pool, 1234 Judson St. Free food, swimming, and activities.

Hot dogs & chips provided. 402-441-6789.

• Lancaster County Carnival & Talent Festival at the Lancaster Event Center, 6-11pm. Talent Search: 7pm.

THURSDAY, AUG 9 • Lancaster County Carnival & Talent Festival at the Lancaster Event Center, 6-11pm. 106.3FM’s FREE “hour & 6 mins” of rides from 5-6:06pm. Battle of the Bands: 7pm.

Pre-register to compete: GalaxyofStarsTalentSearch.com.

• FREE KZUM Summer Concert “The Mezcal Brothers” at Stransky Park, 17th & Harrison, 7pm. Bring a lawn chair or blanket! Food truck, art project, park w/ water feature!

FRIDAY, AUG 10 • 10 for $10 Clothing Sale at all Lincoln Goodwill locations.

• Lancaster County Carnival & Talent Festival at the Lancaster Event Center, 6-11pm.

• FREE Family Dinner & a Movie “Wonder” 8pm at Trinity Lutheran Church, 724 S. 12th. Hotdogs, chips & icecream at 8pm, crafts & activities, movie at 9pm.

SATURDAY, AUG 11 • Final Day to Register for the YMCA Youth Triathlon 8/18 • 10 for $10 Clothing Sale at all Lincoln Goodwill locations.

• Mud Club Family Clay Class 10am at the LUX Ceramics Center, 48th & Baldwin. Ages 2+ (w/ adult) can come get messy at this drop-in, 45-min class! $8pp. LUXcenter.org.

• Investigate: 2nd Saturday Science Lab “Water Under our Feet” 10am-12pm, Morrill Hall. Hands-on science & natural history. Gen. admission (members free). Museum.unl.edu.

• FREE Reading Open: Mall Mini Golf 3pm at Gateway Mall.

Elementary students play mini golf throughout the mall and win prizes! Grand prize is a back-to-school shopping spree!

Register w/ Pledge to Read: shoppinggatewaymall.com.

• Monthly Cultural Bazaar 3-5:30pm, Asian Community & Cultural Center, 144 N. 44th, Ste A. Asian food, jewlery, clothing, ornaments, & more! LincolnAsianCenter.org.

• Lancaster County Carnival & Talent Festival at the

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AUGUST IS...

AGOSTO • Spanish AOÛT • French AUGUST • German AGOSTO • Italian • Family Fun Month!

• National Catfish Month • National Eye Exam Month • National Golf Month • National Picnic Month • The Dog Days of Summer (through August 11) Lancaster Event Center, 6-11pm. Be a Star Social Media Studio: 1-4pm. Pre-reg. at GalaxyofStarsTalentSearch.com.

Evening with the festival stars from 6-7pm.

SUNDAY, AUG 12 • FREE Lincoln Municipal Band Summer Concert Series “Salute to the Veterans” 7pm at Shildneck Bandshell, Antelope Park, Garfield St. & Memorial Dr. • Perseids Meteor Shower peaks tonight after midnight!

MONDAY, AUG 13 • OPEN HOUSE 5-7pm at Chase Dance, 1233 Libra Dr. TUESDAY, AUG 14 • OPEN HOUSE 5-7pm at Chase Dance, 1233 Libra Dr. • FREE Outdoor Family Movie “Black Panther” 7pm at The Railyard in the Haymarket with balloons & facepaint.

THURSDAY, AUG 16 • OPEN HOUSE 5-7pm at Chase Dance, 1233 Libra Dr. • FREE Family Game Night 6-8pm at Indigo Bridge. All ages!

FRIDAY, AUG 17 • Pottery Wheel Family Night 6-8pm at the LUX Ceramics Center, 48th & Baldwin. Ages 9+ are welcome! Wear clothing/ shoes that can get messy. $25pp. LUXcenter.org.

SATURDAY, AUG 18 • YMCA Youth Triathlon 9am at Falbrook Y. Swim, bike, run!

Ages 5+, $15 entry incl. tshirt. Register online by 8/11!

• FREE BUGS! Above & Below 10am-noon, Spring Creek Prairie Audubon (Denton). Capture & learn about prairie bugs, build bug hotels, and more! All ages welcome.

• Tractors, Trucks, Trains, & Planes, 10am-2pm, by Lincoln Children’s Museum at the Lincoln Airport. Purchase tickets in advance, $5 members, $8 non. 0-18mo free.

Lincolnchildrensmuseum.org.

• FREE “Free Saturday” Give/Swap & Flydogz hotdogs 2-3:30pm at Peter Pan park, by Common Root. Bring items to be given away, “shop” for your family, & play! Take what you need, not necessary to bring items in order to take!

Toys/clothes/sporting goods, etc. often included!

• FREE Huskers Fan Day at Memorial Stadium, 6:30pm.

Meet the coaches & players and get autographs !

SUNDAY, AUG 19 • OPEN HOUSE 1-4pm at Chase Dance, 1233 Libra Dr. • Dog Splash at Star City Shores, 6:30-8:30pm. $10/ dog+handler. No children under 8 years.

MONDAY, AUG 20 • Nutcracker Auditions Registration begins Auditions are held Sep 21 & 22. Lincolnmidwestballet.org.

WEDNESDAY, AUG 22 • FREE Will Hutchinson Concert at Lincoln Community Foundation Gardens, begins at noon, 14 & N St. FRIDAY, AUG 24 • Nebraska State Fair in Grand Island thru Sep. 3. Free admis. till noon today only! Info & discounts listed at Statefair.org.

• 99¢ Clothing Sale at all Lincoln Goodwill locations.

SATURDAY, AUG 25 • Nebraska State Fair in Grand Island thru 9/3. Statefair.org.

• 99¢ Clothing Sale at all Lincoln Goodwill locations.

• Red Panda Run 8am at Lincoln Children’s Zoo. Register by Aug 8 to guarantee tshirt. All ages welcome. Cost: $25/$30, includes Zoo admission, parents are FREE! LincolnZoo.org.

• FREE Summerfest 12-3pm at Fresh Thyme Farmers Market. Outdoor food market specials, live entertainment, samples, & a brat cook-out benefiting local nonprofit.

• FREE Teen Night 6:30-10pm at Downtown YMCA. Grades 5-9 & nonmembers welcome! Last Saturday monthly.

SUNDAY, AUG 26 • Nebraska State Fair in Grand Island thru 9/3. Statefair.org.

• FREE Ultimate Block Party at Calvert Rec Center. Tons of fun! Details TBA, 402-441-8480.

MONDAY, AUG 27 • Nebraska State Fair (Grand Island) $5 admission today only!

TUESDAY, AUG 28 • Nebraska State Fair (Grand Island) $2 admission today only!

WEDNESDAY, AUG 29 • Nebraska State Fair (Grand Island) $5 admission today only!

• FREE! Canoeing at Holmes Lake, 5:30-7:30pm.

Lifejackets, canoes, paddles, and instructors provided.

North side of Holmes Lake, 70th & Normal.

THURSDAY, AUG 30 • Nebraska State Fair (Grand Island) $3 admission today only!

FRIDAY, AUG 31 • Nebraska State Fair (Grand Island) thru 9/3. Statefair.org.

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SEPTEMBER 2018 ZODIAC: Virgo Aug 23 - Sep 22 • Libra Sep 23 - Oct 22

HOLIDAYS & OBSERVANCES

• 02: Janmashtami • 03: Labor Day • 08: Int’l Literacy Day • 09: Nat’l Grandparents’ Day • 10: Rosh Hashana • 11: Patriot Day • 12: G anesh Chaturthi Muharram • 15: Nat’l Clean Up Day • 17: Constitution & Citizenship Day • 19: Yom Kippur • 21: N at’l POW/MIA Recognition Day International Peace Day • 22: Oktoberfest Begins • 23: Autumn Equinox • 24: Sukkot begins DATE & RATE CHANGES/CANCELLATIONS ARE POSSIBLE, PLEASE CALL IN ADVANCE, ESPECIALLY AROUND MAJOR HOLIDAYS.

DAILY

• FREE Library Events for ages 0-adult daily. See schedule at LincolnLibraries.org (kids & teens and events pages).

• FREE Daily Admission to Pioneers Park Nature Center, 8:30am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12-5pm Sun. Prairie exhibits & animal displays. parks.lincoln.ne.gov/naturecenter.

• FREE Daily Admission to the Nebraska History Museum.

Family-friendly activities & exhibits. M-F 10-5:30, Sat: 1-5:30, Closed Sun. Centennial Mall & P st.

• All-Day Indoor Fun at Lost in Fun! Coupon page 30!

• Daily Deals at Defy Gravity. Visit defygravitylincoln.com for current offerings!

• Drop & Go Child Care at KidsPark, 14th & Old Cheney. No reservations. Flexible preschool. Pay only when the kids are here! Ages 1.5-11. Hourly rates. Open till midnight Fri/Sat! KidsPark.com. Coupon pg.10!

• Drop-in Foodie Fun at the Foodie Kids Makery®! Tue-Fri 115, closed Sun/Mon, call for Sat 11-4. Kids 2y+ can jazz up a giant cookie, cupcake, mini pizza & more ($7.99) or apron ($3.99)! Call for 8” cake ($24.99). 402-261-4813.

• Morrill Hall Temporary Exhibits: 0-4y Free, 5-18y $3, 19y+ $6; Family Pass $13; Members FREE; Memberships begin at $50. Planetarium shows extra.

• The Museum Builders thru summer 2019 • Escape Room (ages 14+) • $15 members, $20 non.

Available: Thu 6pm, Fri 3pm, Sat 10:30am/2:30pm, Sun 1pm. Call 402-472-2637 for tickets 1+ days in advance.

WEEKLY

EVERY MONDAY • Toddler Time at Defy Gravity, 10am-2pm, $5 for ages 5 & under + $5 adult. If they can walk, they can jump!

• FREE Los Cuentos! Bilingual storytime at Gere Library, 6:30-7:30pm.

EVERY TUESDAY • Members-Only Hours at the Children’s Museum, 8:309:30am. Lincolnchildrensmuseum.org.

• FREE Admission at Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center, Denton. Trails open sunrise-sunset. Visitor Center 9-5pm.

• FREE Storytime at Indigo Bridge Books & Cafe, 10-11am.

Storytime + activities! IndigoBridgeBooks.com.

• September Senior Discount Days at Lincoln Children’s Zoo. 10am-5pm every Tue & Thu in September. A great day for grandparents to take the kids! LincolnZoo.org.

• FREE Zumba at Jayne Snyder Center (Union Plaza), 21st & P, 5:30-6:30pm, Tuesdays thru 9/29. Move More Lincoln.

• FREE Pre-School Play Club at Calvert Rec Center, 6-7pm.

Music & sports for ages 2-Prek with special needs. Kids of all abilities encouraged to attend. Tues 9/11–Dec. 402-4417948, preschoolplayclub@lincoln.ne.gov.

• FREE Tuesday Late Nights at Pioneers Park Nature Center.

Chet Ager bldg open till 7:30, trails till 8! Thru Labor Day. EVERY WEDNESDAY • FREE Community Nature Play 9:30-11am at Southern Heights Food Forest, 40th & Old Cheney, weather permitting.

Toddlers/preschoolers+adults. Art, music, and fun!

• FREE Yoga at Jayne Snyder Center (Union Plaza), 21st & P, 12-12:45pm, Wednesdays thru 9/29. Please bring a mat or thick towel. Move More Lincoln.

EVERY THURSDAY • Art Babies at The ArtReach Project, Gateway Mall, 9:3011am, $8. Toddlers–age 5 w/adult. Artreachproject.org.

• September Senior Discount Days at Lincoln Children’s Zoo. 10am-5pm every Tue & Thu in September. A great day for grandparents to take the kids! LincolnZoo.org.

• Preschool Paint & Storytime at Paint Yourself Silly, 70th & Pioneers location only, 10:30am. Just drop by! $10-15/ session. Paintyourselfsilly.net.

• FREE Zumba at Jayne Snyder Center (Union Plaza), 21st & P, 5:30-6:30pm, Thursdays thru 9/29. Move More Lincoln.

EVERY FRIDAY • Toddler Time at Defy Gravity, 10am-2pm, $5 for ages 5 & under + $5 adult. If they can walk, they can jump!

• Drop & Dash at My Gym, 10:30am-12:30pm, during LPS school year. $15 members, $17 non. Pack a lunch & drop off the kids (1 & up). Mygym.com/lincoln.

• FREE Children’s Storytime 11am at Southpointe Barnes &

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• FREE Feeling Fit Class at Jayne Snyder Center (Union Plaza), 21st & P, 12-12:45pm, Fridays thru 9/29. Move More Lincoln.

• Friendy Fridays at Paint Yourself Silly, 6-9pm. Two paint for the price of 1! Paintyourselfsilly.net.

EVERY SATURDAY • Haymarket Farmers Market Saturdays 8am-noon thru Oct 15. Performances & local fare!

• FREE Yoga at Jayne Snyder Center (Union Plaza), 21st & P, 10-11am, Saturdays thru 9/29. Move More Lincoln.

• FREE Bilingual Storytime at Indigo Bridge Books & Cafe, 10-11am. Storytime + activities! IndigoBridgeBooks.com.

• Open Studio at Urban Legends,10-2, $10 family projects!

• Kid’s Escape Rooms at LCM, every Sat. in Sep & Oct. Three 45-min rooms: Monster Mash (ages 4+), sessions starting at 10:30am • Football Frenzy (6+), starting 10:15am • Owl Bet You’re a Hoot (8+), starting 10am. $15-members, $20-non, includes admission to museum. Up to 6 ppl per room. Register at lincolnchildrensmuseum.org.

• Make & Take Workshop at The ArtReach Project, Gateway Mall, 1-3pm. Make a bracelet/necklace for $1/in.

• FREE Hyde Memorial Observatory Holmes Lake, September hours: 8-11pm. HydeObservatory.info.

EVERY SUNDAY • College View Farmers Market 48th & Prescott, 10am-2pm, through October 28.

FARMS, PATCHES & ORCHARDS

Arbor Day Farm (Nebraska City) • Arbordayfarm.org • Summer–Sep 21 • Mon-Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 11am-5pm • Sep 22–Oct. 31 • M-F 9am-5pm; Sat: 9-6; Sun: 10-6 • Adults $15, Kids 3-12 $11, 2 & under FREE • Tree Adventure, historic mansion, discovery ride, corn maze, apple & pumpkin picking, market & more! See p.3!

Bloom Where You’re Planted Farm (Avoca) • Bloompumpkinpatch.com • Sep 29-Oct 21 • Fri-Sat-Sun, 10am-6pm • $7pp, 0-2y free • Hayrides, u-pick patch, trails, animals, shopping & more!

Helgoth’s Pumpkin Patch (St. Libory) • Helgothspumpkinpatch.com • Sep 15-Oct 28 • Sat 10-7; Sun 11-7 • Fri (Oct. only) 10-5 • $7pp, 0-2 free • $1 off coupon on website!

• You-pick pumpkin patch, fresh produce, train ride, trike track, hayrides, hay fort, petting zoo, corn maze, zip lines, pony rides, mini golf, concessions, & much more!

JK’s Pumpkin Patch (Lincoln) • JKspumpkinpatch.com • Sep 15-Oct 29 • Fri-Sat-Sun, 10am-7pm • $10pp • Barnyard, wagon rides, jump pad, combine slide, corn maze & more! Pumpkin to pick included with admission!

Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard (Neb. City) • Kimmelorchard.org • Mon-Sat 9-5, Sun: 11-5 • Ages 13+ $5, 4-12 $3, 0-3 free • Pick-your-own berries, fruits, & vegetables, hayrack rides, market, and new pollinator playground!

Martin’s Hillside Orchard (Ceresco) • Hillside-orchard.com • Late Aug–Oct • Tue-Sun 10am-6pm, closed Mondays, Open Labor Day • (last year’s rates) $4pp, 0-2 free • Market & pick-your-own fruit & pumpkins (sold per pound) Roca Berry Farm (Roca) • Rocaberryfarm.com • Sep 22–Oct 31 • M-Th 9a-7p; F/S 9a-9:30p; Sun 9a-7p • Wkday Rate: $8.50pp; Wkend Rate (Fri 5p-Sn): $11.50pp.

• Weekend Zombie Hunt Sat & Sun, 10a-4p, $8pp • Pumpkin patch, jump pads, corn maze, food & market, dino dig, 40 ft slide, tree house town, haunted manor barrel coast, zip line, scary farm & much more!

Vala’s Pumpkin Patch (Gretna) • Valaspumpkinpatch.com • Sep 14–Oct 31 • Sun-Th 9am-9pm; Fri-Sat 9am-10pm • M-Th $11.99; F/S/S in Sep $14.95; F/S/S in Oct $21.95 • Over 50 attractions in this Halloween village! Apple orchard, pumpkin patch, animals, rides, slides, mazes, haunted walkthroughs, 500 carts, zip line, live entertainment, & more!

EVENTS

SATURDAY, SEP 1 • Nebraska State Fair (Grand Island) thru 9/3. Statefair.org.

• Labor Day Weekend Sale at Twinkles Toy Store in Lincoln Children’s Museum! Lincolnchildrensmuseum.org.

• Labor Day Weekend at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo! Last weekend of the season to visit the Butterfly Pavillion.

• Huskers v. Akron, home game, 7pm. Need a sitter? KidsPark has drop-in hourly childcare ‘till midnight!

SUNDAY, SEP 2

• Nebraska State Fair (Grand Island) thru 9/3. Statefair.org.

• Labor Day Weekend Sale at Twinkles Toy Store in Lincoln Children’s Museum! Lincolnchildrensmuseum.org.

• Labor Day Weekend at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo! Last weekend of the season to visit the Butterfly Pavillion.

MONDAY, SEP 3 - LABOR DAY • Nebraska State Fair (Grand Island) final day! Statefair.org.

• Lincoln Children’s Museum is OPEN! (Closed Mondays during LPS school year). Sale at Twinkles Toy Store!

• Labor Day Weekend at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo! Last weekend of the season to visit the Butterfly Pavillion.

THURSDAY, SEP 6 • Final Day to register for the 5-mi Buffalo Run at Pioneers Park held Sep 9, 8am. LincolnRun.org.

• Pop-In Storytime 4pm at Morrill Hall geared towards ages 3-5, “Colors.” All ages welcome. Gen. admission. museum.unl.edu.

FRIDAY, SEP 7 • First Friday Family Night at Lincoln Children’s Museum, 5-7:30pm every 1st Friday. Free parking at 14 & P garage.

• Pajama Night at Haymarket Paint Yourself Silly, 9pm-12am.

Every 1st Friday wear your PJs for 1/2 price paint fees!

SATURDAY, SEP 8 • FREE Household Hazardous Waste Collection 9am-1pm, Walmart, 87th & Hwy 2. Review list of accepted/prohibited items at lincoln.ne.gov (keyword: recycling guide).

• Girl Scouts Wildflower Wonders 10am-12pm at Pioneers Park Nature Center. Earn your Flower Naturalist badge! $13/ Junior Scout. Girlscoutsnebraska.org.

• Huskers v. Colorado home game, 2:30pm. Need a sitter or playdate? KidsPark has drop-in hourly childcare ‘till midnight, no appt. needed. And LCM has a new Game Day Play Date: drop off begins at 1pm, ages 3-12, $35/child mems, $45 non.

Space limited. Register early at lincolnchildrensmuseum.org.

• Monthly Cultural Bazaar 3-5:30pm, Asian Community & Cultural Center, 144 N. 44th, Ste A. Asian food, jewlery, clothing, ornaments, & more! LincolnAsianCenter.org.

SUNDAY, SEP 9 • Buffalo Run 5-mile 8am, Pioneers Park. Register by 9/6.

• Grandparent’s Day 10am-5pm at Lincoln Children’s Zoo. Free admission or train ride for Grandma & Grandpa!

WEDNESDAY, SEP 12 • Member Extra Hours at Lincoln Children’s Zoo. 9am-7pm.

Members-only from 9-10am & 5-7pm. Discounted train rides, Runza cookies for the first 1,000 ppl, giveaways, & more!

THURSDAY, SEP 13 • Fallbrook Farmers’ Market: Autumn Harvest 4-7pm at Fallbrook Town Square. Thank-a-farmer night! Music, activities, fresh local produce & food for purchase!

Fallbrookfarmersmarket.com FRIDAY, SEP 14 • 10 for $10 Clothing Sale at all Lincoln Goodwill locations.

SATURDAY, SEP 15 • 10 for $10 Clothing Sale at all Lincoln Goodwill locations.

• Breakfast with the Penguins 8-10am at Lincoln Children’s Zoo. Feed the penguins and enjoy a breakfast buffet! $30/$40. This will sell out! Tickets at LincolnZoo.org.

• FREE Composting Workshop 10-11am at Pioneers Park Nature Center. Demos & education about successful composting with Nebraska Extension & City Recycling.

• Huskers v. Troy home game, 11am. Need a sitter or playdate? KidsPark has drop-in hourly childcare ‘till midnight, no appt. needed. And Lincoln Children’s Museum has a new Game Day Play Date: drop off begins at 9:30am, ages 3-12, $35/child members, $45 non. Space limited. Register at lincolnchildrensmuseum.org.

• FREE Art in the Garden “Sun Salutation” by Noyes Gallery, 11am-7pm, Sunken Gardens, 27th & Capital Pkwy.

Music, Dancers, Artwork, Food Vendors and more!

• Saturday with our Naturalist 2-3pm at Pioneers Park Nature Center, Prairie Bldg. $5pp. Guided hike to observe nature and wildlife. Dress for the weather. Register by the Wednesday before. 402-441-7895.

• FREE “Free Saturday” Give/Swap 2-3:30pm at Peter Pan park, organized by Common Root. Bring items to be given away, “shop” for your family, & play!

SUNDAY, SEP 16 • Sunday with a Scientist “Nebraska Archeology” 12:30-4:30pm, Morrill Hall. Speakers, activities, experiments, and demos. Gen. admission (members free). Museum.unl.edu.

WEDNESDAY, SEP 19 • Neat Repeatz Consignment Pre-Sale for new and

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SEPTEMBER IS...

SEPTIEMBRE • Spanish SEPTEMBRE • French SEPTEMBER • German SETTEMBRE • Italian • Baby Safety Month • Hispanic Heritage Month • Int’l Square Dancing Month • Nat’l Courtesy Month • Nat’l Piano Month • Little League Month • Self Improvement Month expectant moms at 5631 S. 48th. Follow on FB for times!

• Member Extra Hours at Lincoln Children’s Zoo. 9am-7pm.

Members-only from 9-10am & 5-7pm. Discounted train rides, Runza cookies for the first 1,000 ppl, giveaways, & more!

• Lincoln Calling downtown music & art fest. Lincolncalling.com.

THURSDAY, SEP 20 • Neat Repeatz Consignment Sale 9am-7pm at 5631 S. 48th (upper back of bldg). Follow on FB for updates!

• Lincoln Calling downtown music & art fest. Lincolncalling.com.

• FREE Family Game Night 6-8pm at Indigo Bridge. All ages!

FRIDAY, SEP 21 • AppleJack Festival in Nebraska City. Carnival, orchards, & more! See Arbor Day Farm on p 3 & festival info on 15!

• FREE Camp Erin Overnight Bereavement Camp Sep 21-23 for youth ages 6-17 coping with grief after losing a loved one.

Cmason@mourninghope.org, 402-488-8989.

• Nutcracker Auditions pre-reg. req. Lincolnmidwestballet.org.

• Neat Repeatz Consignment Sale 9am-7pm at 5631 S. 48th (upper back of bldg). Follow on FB for updates!

• Lincoln Calling downtown music & art fest. Lincolncalling.com.

• An Evening at Hogwarts at LCM, 7-10pm. ADULTS 18+ ONLY (the family version is Fri, Sep 28). Themed food, activities, trivia, and costume contest. Tickets limited. $25 members, $30 non. Lincolnchildrensmuseum.org.

SATURDAY, SEP 22 • AppleJack Festival in Nebraska City. Parade, carnival, fun run, orchards, & more! See pages 3 & 15 for more info!

• Huskers v. Michigan away, time TBA. Need a sitter?

KidsPark has drop-in hourly childcare ‘till midnight!

• Nutcracker Auditions pre-reg. req. Lincolnmidwestballet.org.

• Prairie Hill Country Fair details TBA. Prairiehill.com.

• Breakfast with the Penguins 8-10am at Lincoln Children’s Zoo. Feed the penguins and enjoy a breakfast buffet! $30/$40. This will sell out! Tickets at LincolnZoo.org.

• Neat Repeatz Consignment Sale 9am-5pm at 5631 S. 48th (upper back of bldg). Follow on FB for updates!

• Lincoln Calling downtown music & art fest. Lincolncalling.com.

• Wild Wagon Wide Weekend 11am-4pm at Pioneers Park Nature Center, Prairie Bldg, $4pp. See elk, deer, bison, & more on a park hayrack ride! Rides every 30 mins starting at 11:30. Adv. tickets recommended. 402-441-7895.

SUNDAY, SEP 23 • AppleJack Festival in Nebraska City. Car show, carnival, orchards & more! See pages 3 & 15 for more info!

• Neat Repeatz Consignment Sale 11am-5pm at 5631 S. 48th (upper back of bldg). Follow on FB for updates!

• Lincoln Calling downtown music & art fest. Lincolncalling.com.

• FREE Streets Alive! at Belmont Park 1-4:30pm. Music, vendors, info booths, and active fun! Come play in the streets! See pages 18-19! Healthylincoln.org.

THURSDAY, SEP 27 • Take2 Consignment 10am-7pm at Lancaster Event Center.

FRIDAY, SEP 28 • 99¢ Clothing Sale at all Lincoln Goodwill locations.

• Take2 Consignment 10am-7pm at Lancaster Event Center.

• Fall Fest: 20 Years of Tallgrass 5-8pm at Spring Creek Prairie Audubon (Denton). Music, art, wagon rides, kids activities, cake, custard & more! $5 suggested donation.

• A Family Night at Hogwarts at LCM, 6-8pm. Come in costume for a magical night of themed kids activities! Tickets limited—purchase in adv. at Lincolnchildrensmuseum.org.

SATURDAY, SEP 29 • 99¢ Clothing Sale at all Lincoln Goodwill locations.

• Drone Expo 10am-2pm at SAC Museum (Ashland). General admission. Obstacle course, drone flying, demos, workshop, concert, & food! Sacmuseum.org.

• Tree Climbing Day! 10am-5pm included with admission to Tree Adventure/Arbor Day Farm. Arbordayfarm.org.

• Take2 Consignment 10am-7pm at Lancaster Event Center.

• FREE End-of-Summerfest 12-3pm, at Fresh Thyme. Outdoor food market specials, live entertainment, samples, & a brat cook-out benefiting local nonprofit.

• Homecoming Game: Huskers v. Purdue home game, 2:30/3pm. KidsPark has drop-in hourly childcare ‘till midnight!

• FREE Teen Night 6:30-10pm at Downtown YMCA. Grades 5-9 & nonmembers welcome! Last Saturday monthly.

SUNDAY, SEP 30 • Take2 Consignment 1/2-off final day, 10am-3pm at Lancaster Event Center, N. 84th & Havelock.

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OCTOBER 2018 ZODIAC: Libra Sep 23 - Oct 22 • Scorpio Oct 23 - Nov 21

HOLIDAYS & OBSERVANCES • 01: S hmini Atzeret Child Health Day Int’l Day for the Elderly • 02: Simchat Torah • 04: F east of St. Francis of Assisi Nat’l Golf Day • 05: W orld Smile Day World Teachers’ Day • 08: Columbus Day • 09: N avaratri Leif Erickson Day • 12: Nat’l Gumbo Day • 14: Nat’l Dessert Day • 18: Dussehra • 24: United Nations Day • 31: Halloween DATE & RATE CHANGES/CANCELLATIONS ARE POSSIBLE, PLEASE CALL IN ADVANCE, ESPECIALLY AROUND MAJOR HOLIDAYS.

­DAILY

• FREE Library Events for ages 0-adult daily. See schedule at LincolnLibraries.org (kids & teens and events pages).

• FREE Daily Admission to Pioneers Park Nature Center, 8:30am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12-5pm Sun. Prairie exhibits & animal displays. parks.lincoln.ne.gov/naturecenter.

• FREE Daily Admission to the Nebraska History Museum.

Family-friendly activities & exhibits. M-F 10-5:30, Sat: 1-5:30, Closed Sun. Centennial Mall & P st.

• All-Day Indoor Fun at Lost in Fun! Coupon page 30!

• Daily Deals at Defy Gravity. Visit defygravitylincoln.com for current offerings!

• Drop & Go Child Care at KidsPark, 14th & Old Cheney. No reservations. Flexible preschool. Pay only when the kids are here! Ages 1.5-11. Hourly rates. Open till midnight Fri/Sat! KidsPark.com. Coupon pg.10!

• Drop-in Foodie Fun at the Foodie Kids Makery®! Tue-Fri 115, closed Sun/Mon, call for Sat 11-4. Kids 2y+ can jazz up a giant cookie, cupcake, mini pizza & more ($7.99) or apron ($3.99)! Call for 8” cake ($24.99). 402-261-4813.

• Morrill Hall Temporary Exhibits: 0-4y Free, 5-18y $3, 19y+ $6; Family Pass $13; Members FREE; Memberships begin at $50. Planetarium shows extra.

• The Museum Builders thru summer 2019 • Escape Room (ages 14+) • $15 members, $20 non.

Available: Thu 6pm, Fri 3pm, Sat 10:30am/2:30pm, Sun 1pm. Call 402-472-2637 for tickets 1+ days in advance.

WEEKLY

EVERY MONDAY • Toddler Time at Defy Gravity, 10am-2pm, $5 for ages 5 & under + $5 adult. If they can walk, they can jump!

• FREE Los Cuentos! Bilingual storytime at Gere Library, 6:30-7:30pm.

EVERY TUESDAY • Members-Only Hours at the Children’s Museum, 8:309:30am. Lincolnchildrensmuseum.org.

• FREE Admission at Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center, Denton. Trails open sunrise-sunset. Visitor Center 9-5pm.

• FREE Storytime at Indigo Bridge Books & Cafe, 10-11am.

Storytime + activities! IndigoBridgeBooks.com.

• FREE Pre-School Play Club at Calvert Rec Center, 6-7pm.

Music & sports for preschoolers of all abilities.

EVERY WEDNESDAY • FREE Community Nature Play 9:30-11am at Southern Heights Food Forest, 40th & Old Cheney, weather permitting.

Toddlers/preschoolers+adults. Art, music, and fun!

• FREE Art Lab for Teens/Tweens, 3:30pm at Gere Library.

EVERY THURSDAY • Art Babies at The ArtReach Project, Gateway Mall, 9:3011am, $8. Toddlers–age 5 w/adult. Artreachproject.org.

• Preschool Paint & Storytime at Paint Yourself Silly, 70th & Pioneers location only, 10:30am. Just drop by! $10-15/ session. Paintyourselfsilly.net.

EVERY FRIDAY • Toddler Time at Defy Gravity, 10am-2pm, $5 for ages 5 & under + $5 adult. If they can walk, they can jump!

DefyGravityLincoln.com.

• Drop & Dash at My Gym, 10:30am-12:30pm, during LPS school year. $15 members, $17 non. Pack a lunch & drop off the kids (1 & up). Mygym.com/lincoln.

• FREE Children’s Storytime 11am, at Southpointe Barnes & Noble with hands-on fun & learning.

• Friendy Fridays at Paint Yourself Silly, 6-9pm. Two paint for the price of 1! Paintyourselfsilly.net.

EVERY SATURDAY • Haymarket Farmers Market Saturdays 8am-noon thru Oct 15. Performances & local fare!

• FREE Bilingual Storytime at Indigo Bridge Books & Cafe, 10-11am. Storytime + activities! IndigoBridgeBooks.com.

• Kid’s Escape Rooms at LCM, every Sat. in Sep & Oct. Three 45-min rooms: Monster Mash (ages 4+), sessions starting at 10:30am • Football Frenzy (6+), starting 10:15am • Owl Bet You’re a Hoot (8+), starting 10am. $15-members, $20-non, includes admission to museum. Up to 6 ppl per room. Register at lincolnchildrensmuseum.org.

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• FREE Hyde Memorial Observatory Holmes Lake, October hours: 7-10pm. HydeObservatory.info.

EVERY SUNDAY • College View Farmers Market 48th & Prescott, 10am-2pm, through October 28.

FARMS, PATCHES & ORCHARDS

Arbor Day Farm (Nebraska City) • Arbordayfarm.org • Summer–Sep 21 • Mon-Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 11am-5pm • Sep 22–Oct. 31 • M-F 9am-5pm; Sat: 9-6; Sun: 10-6 • Adults $15, Kids 3-12 $11, 2 & under FREE • Tree Adventure, historic mansion, discovery ride, corn maze, apple & pumpkin picking, market & more! See p.3!

Bloom Where You’re Planted Farm (Avoca) • Bloompumpkinpatch.com • Sep 29-Oct 21 • Fri-Sat-Sun, 10am-6pm • $7pp, 0-2y free • Hayrides, u-pick patch, trails, animals, shopping & more!

Helgoth’s Pumpkin Patch (St. Libory) • Helgothspumpkinpatch.com • Sep 15-Oct 28 • Sat 10-7; Sun 11-7 • Fri (Oct. only) 10-5 • $7pp, 0-2 free • $1 off coupon on website!

• You-pick pumpkin patch, fresh produce, train ride, trike track, hayrides, hay fort, petting zoo, corn maze, zip lines, pony rides, mini golf, concessions, & much more!

JK’s Pumpkin Patch (Lincoln) • JKspumpkinpatch.com • Sep 15-Oct 29 • Fri-Sat-Sun, 10am-7pm • $10pp • Barnyard, wagon rides, jump pad, combine slide, corn maze & more! Pumpkin to pick included with admission!

Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard (Neb. City) • Kimmelorchard.org • Mon-Sat 9-5, Sun: 11-5 • Ages 13+ $5, 4-12 $3, 0-3 free • Pick-your-own berries, fruits, & vegetables, hayrack rides, market, and new pollinator playground!

Martin’s Hillside Orchard (Ceresco) • Hillside-orchard.com • Late Aug–Oct • Tue-Sun 10am-6pm, closed Mondays, Open Labor Day • (last year’s rates) $4pp, 0-2 free • Market & pick-your-own fruit & pumpkins (sold per pound) Roca Berry Farm (Roca) • Rocaberryfarm.com • Sep 22–Oct 31 • M-Th 9a-7p; F/S 9a-9:30p; Sun 9a-7p • Wkday Rate: $8.50pp; Wkend Rate (Fri 5p-Sn): $11.50pp.

• Weekend Zombie Hunt Sat & Sun, 10a-4p, $8pp • Pumpkin patch, jump pads, corn maze, food & market, dino dig, 40 ft slide, tree house town, haunted manor barrel coast, zip line, scary farm, & much more!

Vala’s Pumpkin Patch (Gretna) • Valaspumpkinpatch.com • Sep 14–Oct 31 • Sun-Th 9am-9pm; Fri-Sat 9am-10pm • M-Th $11.99; F/S/S in Sep $14.95; F/S/S in Oct $21.95 • Over 50 attractions in this Halloween village! Apple orchard, pumpkin patch, animals, rides, slides, mazes, haunted walkthroughs, 500 carts, zip line, live entertainment, & more!

EVENTS

WEDNESDAY, OCT 3 • Last Day to Register for Fall Fun Day, Oct. 12, at Pioneers Park. Day camp for $40/child. 402-441-7895.

THURSDAY, OCT 4 • Pop-In Storytime 4pm at Morrill Hall geared towards ages 3-5, “Dinosaurs.” All ages welcome. Gen. admission (free for members). museum.unl.edu.

FRIDAY, OCT 5 • FREE Musical Storytime 11am, with Harris Academy of the Arts at Southpointe Barnes & Noble.

• First Friday Family Night at Lincoln Children’s Museum, 5-7:30pm every 1st Friday. Free parking at University Square Garage (14th/P) • Pajama Night at Haymarket Paint Yourself Silly, 9pm-12am.

Every 1st Friday wear your PJs for 1/2 price paint fees. Milk & cookies provided. Paintyourselfsilly.net.

SATURDAY, OCT 6 • Huskers v. Wisconsin away, time TBA. Need a sitter?

KidsPark has drop-in hourly childcare ‘til midnight!

• FREE Household Hazardous Waste Collection 9am-1pm, Health Dept. Bldg, 31st & O. Review list of accepted/prohibited items at lincoln.ne.gov (KW: recycling guide).

SUNDAY, OCT 7 • Oktoberfest 1-4pm at Arbor Day Farm. German food, seasonal beers, games, and live Polka. $5 cover charge.

Beer tickets for purchase at the door. Oktoberfest package also avail. & incls. 1-night stay, unlimited

food, and 12 beer tastings. Call 800-546-5433 to reserve.

Arbordayfarm.org.

MONDAY, OCT 8 • Draconids Meteor Shower peaks early evening today!

WEDNESDAY, OCT 10 • WINTER DEADLINE for Lincoln Kids! Newspaper Nov-DecJan. Send in your artwork, poetry, and free event listings for Nov 1–Jan 31. Ad reservations due. karla@lincolnkidsinc.com.

• FLCL Annual Book PRE-Sale 4:30-8:30pm at Lancaster Event Center, N. 84th & Havelock. $50pp, incl. sandwich meal & soft drink. Cash bar available. Support our libraries!

THURSDAY, OCT 11 • FLCL Annual Book Sale 10am-7pm at Lancaster Event Center, N. 84th & Havelock. Support our libraries!

• Fallbrook Farmers’ Market: Autumn Harvest 4-7pm, Fallbrook Town Square. Pumpkins and Halloween/fall festivities! Music, activities, fresh local produce & food for purchase! Fallbrookfarmersmarket.com • “Spamalot” Performance at 7pm by Haymarket Theatre Youth. $12/15 tickets. Haymarkettheatre.org.

FRIDAY, OCT 12 • FLCL Annual Book Sale 10am-7pm at Lancaster Event Center, N. 84th & Havelock. Support our libraries!

• “Spamalot” Performance at 7pm by Haymarket Theatre Youth. $12/15 tickets. Haymarkettheatre.org.

SATURDAY, OCT 13 • Monster Dash at Rocaberry Farm benefiting victims of child abuse, Child Advocacy Center. Costume 5K ($30) & 1-mi fun run ($20) incl. entry to Rocaberry farm! Prizes for costume & top finishers. Register at smallvoices.org.

• FREE Fall Harvest: Seed Collection 9-11am at Pioneers Park Nature Center. Explore & collect seeds for distributing to other areas at PPNC. Dress for weather and bring gloves if avail. Reg. by Oct. 3. 402-441-7895.

• FREE Composting Workshop 10-11am at Pioneers Park Nature Center. Demos & education about successful composting with Nebraska Extension & City Recycling.

• Investigate: 2nd Saturday Science Lab “Rocks Rock!” 10am12pm, Morrill Hall. Hands-on science & natural history. Gen. admission (members free). Museum.unl.edu.

• Tree Climbing Day! 10am-5pm included with admission to Tree Adventure/Arbor Day Farm. Arbordayfarm.org.

• FLCL Annual Book Sale 10am-5pm at Lancaster Event Center, N. 84th & Havelock. Support our libraries!

• Huskers v. Northwestern away, 11am. Need a sitter?

KidsPark has drop-in hourly childcare ‘til midnight!

• “Spamalot” Performance at 2pm & 7pm by Haymarket Theatre Youth. $12/15 tickets. Haymarkettheatre.org.

• Monthly Cultural Bazaar 3-5:30pm, Asian Community & Cultural Center, 144 N. 44th, Ste A. Asian food, jewlery, clothing, ornaments, & more! LincolnAsianCenter.org.

• Fall Family BBQ 2:30-7pm, Camp Kitaki. Archery, crafts, lake, & more! 7y+ $15, 4-7y $7.50, 0-3 free. ymcacampkitaki.org.

SUNDAY, OCT 14 • FLCL Annual Book Sale, 10am-3pm at Lancaster Event Center, N. 84th & Havelock. Support our libraries!

MONDAY, OCT 15 • FREE Wave of Light Remembrance Day for Pregnancy & Infant Loss hosted by No Footprint Too Small at Deer Springs Winery, 5:30-8pm. (Wine-free) Family event with candlelighting ceremony, bonfires, hayrides, & s’mores.

TUESDAY, OCT 16 • 2018 Season Final Day 10am-5pm at Lincoln Children’s Zoo. Visit all the animals one last time before LCZ closes for the season. Reopens in Spring 2019 with new animals, features, and year-round hours! LincolnZoo.org.

• FREE 4-H Info Night 6pm at 444 Cherry Creek Rd. Free hot dogs, see animal & learn about 4-H! See pg. 16!

WEDNESDAY, OCT 17 • Final Day to register for the Capital City Classic 1-mi. kids run/5K/15K, held Oct 21. BryanHealth.org/Run. THURSDAY, OCT 18 • FREE Family Game Night 6-8pm at Indigo Bridge. All ages!

SATURDAY, OCT 20 • Huskers v. Minnesota home game, time TBA. Need a sitter?

KidsPark has drop-in hourly childcare ‘til midnight!

• Saturday with our Naturalist 2-3pm at Pioneers Park Nature Center, Prairie Bldg. $5pp. Guided hike to observe nature and wildlife. Dress for the weather. Register by the Wednesday before. 402-441-7895.

TREE: Rowan, Maple, Walnut

OCTOBER IS...

OCTUBRE • Spanish OCTOBRE • French OKTOBER • German OTTOBRE • Italian • Adopt a Shelter Dog Month • Breast Cancer Awareness Month • Domestic Violence Awareness Mo. • Nat’l Diabetes Month

SUNDAY, OCT 21 • Sunday with a Scientist “Future Energy” 12:30-4:30pm, Morrill Hall. Speakers, activities, experiments, and demos. Gen. admission (members free). Museum.unl.edu.

• Bryan Health Capital City Classic 2:30pm kids run , 3pm 5K/15K. Register by midnight 10/17 (late fee 10/10-17).

• Orionids Meteor Shower peaks tonight after midnight!

FRIDAY, OCT 26 • Boo at the Zoo 5:30-8pm. Come in costume to trick-or-treat at over 40 booths with candy, coupons, & more! Raising Canes available for purchase. LincolnZoo.org.

• Night Hike 7:30-9pm at Pioneers Park Nature Center, Prairie Bldg. $8.50pp. Guided hike after sunset. Dress for the weather. Register by Oct 24. 402-441-7895.

SATURDAY, OCT 27 • NO GAME: Huskers Bye-Week • FREE NDA Fall Celebration 9-11am hosted by the NE Dyslexia Association at Phoenix Academy, Omaha. Hear and celebrate individual journeys. Nebraskadyslexia.org.

• Arts & Crafts Fair 9am-4pm at LSW (14th & Pine Lake) benefiting the Silver Hawke Theatre. $2 entry fee.

• Halloween Pumpkin Party 9am-5pm, Arbor Day Farm, incl. with admission. No-scare, all ages welcome! Come in costume for hayrides, treats, & more! Arbordayfarm.org.

• Planes, Trains, & Autos 9am-5pm at SAC Museum (Ashland). Featuring various cars, hotrods, aircraft, & interactive model trains. Gen. admission. SACmuseum.org.

• Super Hero Day 10am-2pm during the Planes, Trains, & Autos event at SAC Museum. Come in costume for trick-ortreating with our super heros. SACmuseum.org.

• Craft & Home Show 10am-4pm at Parkview Christian School. Local vendors! Food available all day.

• Meow & Chow 5-10pm at the Center for People in Need. $25pp benefit supper. Bingo, prizes, raffles, & food!

• FREE Performance of “Orphans on Broadway” 5:30pm by Theatre Arts for Kids. Silent auction. TAFK.org.

• Boo at the Zoo 5:30-8pm. Come in costume to trick-or-treat at over 40 booths with candy, coupons, & more! Raising Canes available for purchase. LincolnZoo.org.

• FREE Teen Night 6:30-10pm at Downtown YMCA. Grades 5-9 & nonmembers welcome! Last Saturday monthly.

SUNDAY, OCT 28 • The Good Life Halfsy Nebraska’s funnest half marathon 8:30am-1pm. 6,500 runners. Expect traffic delays & road blocks across town. Register by 9/21, may sell out beforehand.

Maps, info & fees at GoodLifeHalfsy.com.

• Boo at the Zoo 5:30-8pm. Come in costume to trick-or-treat at over 40 booths with candy, coupons, & more! Raising Canes available for purchase. LincolnZoo.org.

MONDAY, OCT 29 • Boo at the Zoo 5:30-8pm. Come in costume to trick-or-treat at over 40 booths with candy, coupons, & more! Raising Canes available for purchase. LincolnZoo.org.

TUESDAY, OCT 30 • Boo at the Zoo 5:30-8pm. Come in costume to trick-or-treat at over 40 booths with candy, coupons, & more! Raising Canes available for purchase. LincolnZoo.org.

WEDNESDAY, OCT 31 - HAPPY HALLOWEEN! • FREE Trunk–or–Treat 5-7pm at Grace Lutheran (2225 Washington) East parking lot, indoors if raining. Come in costume for safe & festive car-to-car trick-or-treating!

COMING UP...

THU, NOV 1 • Lincoln Kids! Winter Issue debut covering Nov, Dec, & Jan • Pop In Storytime at Morrill Hall - Topic: “Food” FRI, NOV 2 • First Friday Family Night at LCM • Pajama Night at Paint Yourself Silly in the Haymarket SAT, NOV 3 • Pioneers Park Prairie Run 1-mile & 5K—Register by 11/2!

• Fall Fling Flea Market at Lancaster Event Center (Nov 3-4) • Lincoln Center Kiwanis Pancake Feed at Auld Pavilion SUN, NOV 4 • Daylight Savings Time Ends —Fall Back 1 Hour at 2am!

Follow us on Face b ook for updat e s a n d new events! C alender Listings are FREE! Submit yours at LincolnKid sIn c.com.

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Amorita Payne, 6 “Monsters” Mixed Media Kindergarten Art Class, Rousseau Elementary

Keller Nelson, 8 Untitled, Pencil on Paper The ArtReach Project

Elanor Berger, 11 Untitled, Wheel Thrown Pot LUX Center for the Arts Cora Hoeft, 10 “Study of a Horse Head” Art Academy Lincoln

Zainab Al khafaji, 6 “Butterfly” Created at Preschool

Create a Meaningful Space for Art

By Tamara Kay Creative Director and Founder

Discover who you are. And the life you were created for.

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magine a place where you encounter creativity the moment you walk in the door.

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were young and the world was a place full of wonder. Maybe you sense an urge to express something, but you never seem to find the time. Maybe you have something screaming inside, but no one seems to be listening. And it could be that you are still a child and colors and textures and shapes fascinate you and you love to play with them, to put them together in different ways. As people created to live abundantly, it is imperative that we find a space and time to imagine together, to be curious together, to grow together and to inspire each other.

Gathering in a space that allows for the freedom of creativity to be woven into our thinking is truly important. It helps us to make meaningful connections

with each other and our world while having FUN together. A creative space is a place you go to make sense of it all. A place where it is safe to meander through sights, smells, sounds, and thoughts. It must feel like home, full of comfort, much like walking into a hug. It should be

a place to explore, but yet a place you k​ now​you belong.

Creating a meaningful space for art helps us all to live fuller, richer and more interesting lives. We all need time to relax, be inspired, and add texture and meaning to our days.

Please accept our invitation to join us in our community art space and gather with us around the table of creativity.

We love to inspire, but even more than that, we love to BE inspired. Visit our website for the latest classes, projects, and events, and then come find us, we can’t wait to welcome you.

The ArtReach Project is located in Gateway Mall.

artreachproject.org

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SEND US YOUR ARTWORK! karla@lincolnkidsinc.com

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By Cesar Hosey

Mirror, mirror On the wall.

Tell me if you think I’ll fall.

You look like me, I look like you.

So say it if I were only two.

Sometimes I think You’re another world.

With mismatched cats, Who already purred?

Aylene Randolph, 6 “Paddington” Markers Adams Elementary School

Jandrea Swiney, 6 “Rainbow World Spinning” Home School

Brielle Braunsworth, 10 “Silly Mona Lisa” Colored Pencils Home School

Funny cars, Crazy shapes, Jungle men, And garden apes.

Short haired girls, Long haired boys, Tiny robots, And mega toys.

The short is tall, The tall is short.

Money’s bad And what’s good: snort!

Glasses small, Eye balls big.

The major’s name Is Coutway Fig. Skinny elephants, Fat worms.

Lazy dogs, Energetic cats.

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Anish Jasti, 10 “Autumn” Acrylics, Original Poetry Art Academy-Lincoln

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