Visualizing Survivance, Visualizing Permanence art exhibition

Sheldon Museum of Art Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

Drawn from Sheldon's collection, this exhibition centers artwork by Native American artists and photographs that demonstrate the everlasting presence of Native American communities. These works illustrate the spirit of visual […]

The People’s Recorder: A Creative Incubator

Virtual Program

The People's Recorder is a national podcast on the 1930s Federal Writers' Project: what it achieved, where it fell short, and what it means for Americans today. An episode about Nebraska is now available. Episode Summary In the 1930s, the notion of making an incubator for creativity in a region devastated by the Great Depression […]

Kearney Area Storytelling Festival: Stories for Seniors

Grand Generation Center - Lexington 407 East 6th St, Lexington, NE, United States

At the Kearney Area Storytelling Festival, professional storytellers—along with area tellers—present the art of storytelling in many area venues. On February 7, Geraldine Buckley will present Stories for Seniors at the Grand Generation Center. Geraldine Buckley, known for her wit, warmth and humor, is an internationally known and award-winning storyteller and educator. With 30 years […]

Kearney Area Storytelling Festival: Stories for All Ages

Kearney Public Library 2020 1st Ave., Kearney, NE, United States

At the Kearney Area Storytelling Festival, professional storytellers—along with area tellers—present the art of storytelling in many area venues. On February 8 at the Kearney Public Library, Geraldine Buckley and Don White will present two "Stories for All Ages" sessions in partnership with local storytellers. At 1 p.m., Allan Jenkins will be a teller. At […]

Kearney Area Storytelling Festival: Stories for All Ages

Kearney Public Library 2020 1st Ave., Kearney, NE, United States

At the Kearney Area Storytelling Festival, professional storytellers—along with area tellers—present the art of storytelling in many area venues. On February 8 at the Kearney Public Library, Geraldine Buckley and Don White will present two "Stories for All Ages" sessions in partnership with local storytellers. At 1 p.m., Allan Jenkins will be a teller. At […]

Kearney Area Storytelling Festival: Stories for Adults

Kearney Country Club 2800 19th Ave, Kearney, NE, United States

At the Kearney Area Storytelling Festival, professional storytellers—along with area tellers—present the art of storytelling in many area venues. On February 8 at the Kearney Country Club, Geraldine Buckley and Don White will present "Stories for Adults". Non-members are welcome to order food & drinks from the menu before & after the show. Geraldine Buckley, […]

Verbal Gumbo

North Omaha Music and Arts (North Omaha Music Academy (KVNO)) 2510 N 24th Street, Omaha, Nebraska

This spoken word event will begin with a discussion of the history and cultural impact of oral tradition in shaping modern poetry, hip hop, and storytelling followed by spoken word poetry and music. Tickets are $18 in advance, $22 at the door. Visit the Nebraska Writers Collective event page for the advance ticket link.

$18 – $22

Virtual Winter Lecture Series 2025: Envisioning A Resilient Future

Virtual Program

The Unitarian Church of Lincoln is hosting a series of virtual lectures at 7 p.m. central on Sunday evenings. The lectures are free via Zoom and will be posted on YouTube afterwards. For more information about receiving the Zoom link and viewing the lectures, visit the Virtual Winter Lecture Series website. Governments around the world […]

The Relevance of Classical Music in Today’s Culture

Virtual Program

Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra presents a special podcast conversation with Music Director Edward Polochick, Concertmaster Anton Miller, and Composer-in-Residence Elena Ruehr, hosted by Executive Director Barbara Zach Lee, discussing the relevance of classical music in today’s culture. The podcast will be available starting Monday, February 17 on the LSO YouTube and Spotify channels. https://www.youtube.com/@lincolnsymphonyorchestra https://open.spotify.com/show/5d0llxHXGWTys9xxmOGZKl

Not Too Far Distant – Sidney (SCHOOL AUDIENCE ONLY)

Sidney High School Performing Arts Center 19th Avenue, Sidney, Nebraska, United States

Seven performers bring the life of a young man from the Midwest sent to WWII to the stage. They depict the challenges of war as the past touches the present and a new generation takes this journey through time. Larry Nelson, Col. (retired), US Army, will display military uniforms and other items from World War […]

Not Too Far Distant – Sidney

Sidney High School Performing Arts Center 19th Avenue, Sidney, Nebraska, United States

Seven performers bring the life of a young man from the Midwest sent to WWII to the stage. They depict the challenges of war as the past touches the present and a new generation takes this journey through time. Larry Nelson, Col. (retired), US Army, will display military uniforms and other items from World War […]

Free – $15

Nebraska Poetry Society Workshop: MK Chavez

Virtual Program

The Nebraska Poetry Society is offering monthly Saturday morning online poetry workshops. Registration is required, and registration information may be found on the Nebraska Poetry Society webpage. Free with annual membership; nominal fee for non-members. Students, minors and others for whom the registration fee is prohibitive may request a free membership. This workshop will explore how hybrid […]

Free – $40