What to do this weekend - April 9, 2026
Plus a new story from me about a controversial Lincoln novel.
Hi,
Welcome back to This Week In Lincoln. Before we get to the event calendar, here's something cool I wanted to share.
I have a new story in the Flatwater Free Press. It's about Nebraska author Mari Sandoz's 1939 novel Capital City, a book that really pissed off Lincoln and eventually led to Sandoz permanently exiling herself from the city. Take a look:
It was the summer of 1940, and Mari Sandoz was done with Lincoln.
The Nebraska-born author, who had lived in the capital off and on since 1919, denied her upcoming move to Denver meant she was “running away,” telling the Omaha World-Herald she was relocating to research her next book. But Sandoz also admitted that, yes, she had been getting angry phone calls for months. She had been hissed at and spit on in public. Someone had even slipped a threatening note under her door. She later described the contents to a reporter: “‘Better lay low. You’re the next candidate for a concentration camp.’”
The harassment started shortly after the publication of Sandoz’s second novel, “Capital City,” in 1939. The book, which satirized the politics and society of a fictional Midwestern college town that closely resembled Lincoln, sold poorly but aroused the ire of her neighbors with its scathing depiction of a citizenry sympathetic to fascist movements in Europe.
“Sandoz was essentially run out of town for writing this book,” said Karim Muasher, an actor and theater director.
While Sandoz never moved back to Lincoln, her novel will soon have a second shot in the Star City thanks to Muasher and his co-artistic director, Carrie Brown. Their New York-based theater company, Animal Engine, is producing a stage adaptation of “Capital City” that will premiere at the Lied Center on April 9. Muasher and Brown, along with their occasional collaborator Jay Dunn, wrote the script, designed the set and will also star in the production.
Attentive readers may have already noticed that I've been featuring this theatrical adaption of Sandoz's novel in the newsletter for a few months now. It premieres today! Anyway, you can read the rest of my story here.
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Thursday, April 9
Thursday, April 9
Books: An Evening with Sandra Cisneros
+ When: 6:30 pm
+ Where: Ted Sorensen Auditorium at Lincoln High School (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: "You’re invited to spend an evening with Sandra Cisneros, one of the most influential voices in contemporary American literature. Beloved for The House on Mango Street and her groundbreaking contributions to Chicanx and feminist writing, Cisneros has reshaped how stories of home, identity, language, and belonging are told.
"In this intimate author lecture and conversation, Cisneros will reflect on her life and work, the power of storytelling, and the urgency of writing with truth and tenderness in turbulent times. With her signature lyricism, wit, and generosity, she invites audiences into a space where literature becomes personal and where small moments carry world-sized meaning."
Thursday, April 9
Film: Between The Lines (1977)
+ When: 7:15 pm
+ Where: Ross Media Arts Center, 313 N 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10
More details: "Inspired by Joan Micklin Silver’s time working at New York’s storied alt weekly the “Village Voice,” this unsung gem of 1970s slice-of-life seriocomedy offers an incisive, bittersweet look at a shifting media landscape that feels as fresh and relevant as ever. At the offices of a Boston independent newspaper, the staff members—including music critic Max (Jeff Goldblum, in one of his first leading roles), news reporter Harry (John Heard) and photographer Abbie (Lindsay Crouse)—enjoy a positive and open-minded work environment. However, it seems as though their relatively carefree days are numbered when the owner of a major publishing company buys the paper, leading to more money, but big changes."
Part of the Ross's tribute to Nebraska director Joan Micklin Silver. One night only!
Thursday, April 9
Film: Billy Preston: That's The Way God Planned It
+ When: 5 pm
+ Where: Ross Media Arts Center, 313 N 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10 matinee
More details about the film: "An exhilarating documentary about the legendary GRAMMY-winning musician whose signature sound shaped the work of The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Ray Charles, Sly Stone, Aretha Franklin, and countless others."
More showings through April 16!
Thursday, April 9
Film: The President's Cake
+ When: 5:10 pm | 7:25 pm
+ Where: Ross Media Arts Center, 313 N 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10 matinee | $12 evening show
More details about the film: "While people across 1990’s Iraq struggle to survive, 9-year old Lamia has been selected to prepare a cake to celebrate the President’s birthday. In a landscape of fear and scarcity, Lamia sets out on a determined journey throughout the big city in search of eggs, flour, and sugar."
I reviewed this for the newsletter. This is your chance to see it at the Ross!
Thursday, April 9
Music: Smoke in the Sunlight + Lense + The Breakroom
+ When: 9 pm (doors) | 9:30 pm (show)
+ Where: Duffy's Tavern, 1412 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: No cover (21+) | $10 (18+)
Thursday, April 9
Social: Weekly Leftist Meetup
+ When: 5 to 7 pm
+ Where: Jake's Beercade Jr., 101 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Organized by Lincoln DSA. More from their Instagram post: "Looking to find other left leaning people? Want to get more involved in local state and/or national politics? Needing something more to do to make a difference? Join us at Beercade Jr. [on] Thursdays! Drop in and out at your leisure."
More meetups are scheduled for every Thursday in April.
Thursday, April 9
Theater: Capital City
+ When: 7:30 pm
+ Where: Carson Theater at the Lied Center, 301 N 12th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $37 for adults | $22 UNL students and people 18 & under
More details: "Money. Corruption. Murder. Welcome to Capital City. In this searing original play inspired by Nebraska author Mari Sandoz’ infamous novel Capital City, the Great Depression has split the people of a fictional Midwestern city in two: the rich and the poor. What lengths will the have-nots go to gain back their land, homes, and dignity? How far will the haves go to make sure they control it all?"
More showings scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday!
Friday, April 10
Friday, April 10
Theater: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
+ When: 7:30 pm
+ Where: Miller Lab Theatre, 51st and Huntington Ave. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $12
More details: "If you think life, love and reality are simple things—you’re living in a midsummer night’s dream. Enter the forest where Shakespeare first coined the concept of 'swagger.' Here, life, love and reality bend, twist and braid together—with mischievous help from fairies, love potions and play actors more than willing to break character."
More showings scheduled for Saturday and Sunday!
Friday, April 10
Book Talk: This Is the Route of My Forefathers: The 1837 Ioway Map
+ When: 3 to 4 pm
+ Where: Nebraska History Museum, 131 Centennial Mall North (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: A conversation between author William Green, Rob Bozell (retired Nebraska State Archeologist) and Allan Kelley (retired THPO, Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska).
"Bill, Rob, and Allan will discuss how Indigenous cartography, along with archeology, written records, and oral traditions, tell the story of the Ioway people over hundreds of years from the Great Lakes to the Great Plains."
Friday, April 10
Film: Chilly Scenes of Winter (1979)
+ When: 7:15 pm
+ Where: Ross Media Arts Center, 313 N 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10
More details: "The trailblazing Joan Micklin Silver digs fearlessly into the psychology of a thorny relationship in this anti–romantic comedy, based on Ann Beattie’s best-selling novel, about lovelorn civil servant Charles (John Heard) and his married-but-separated coworker Laura (Mary Beth Hurt). Months after their affair has ended, Charles is haunted by memories as he desperately attempts to rekindle a love that perhaps never was. Switching deftly between past and present, Micklin Silver guides this piercing deconstruction of male wish-fulfillment fantasy beyond standard movie-romance tropes into something more complicated and cuttingly truthful."
Part of the Ross's tribute to Nebraska director Joan Micklin Silver. One night only!
Friday, April 10
Film: Fantasy Life
+ When: 5:10 pm | 7:10 pm
+ Where: Ross Media Arts Center, 313 N 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10 matinee | $12 evening show
More details about the film: "An actress (Amanda Peet) falls for the anxious law school dropout (Matthew Shear) babysitting her kids in this smart, New York-set romantic comedy."
More showings through April 16!
Friday, April 10
Lecture: Tim Croshaw - Designing Worlds: Craft, Collaboration, and a Life in Film
+ When: 12:30 pm
+ Where: Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts, 1300 Q St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Crowshaw is a veteran set designer who has worked on films like James Gunn's Superman (2025) and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023)
Friday, April 10
Market: Mother of All Garage Sales
+ When: 5 to 9 pm
+ Where: Sandhills Global Event Center, 4100 N 84th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $5 | Children 10 and under are free
More details: "Get ready to treasure hunt at the Mother of All Garage Sales, hosted by Broadcast House Media! Held annually on the first weekend of April, this massive indoor sale features 300+ booths filled with new and used items, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, crafts, plants, and more. Whether you're searching for unique finds or great deals, there's something for everyone!"
The sale continues on Saturday, April 11!
Friday, April 10
Music: Josh Hoyer's Colossal 4
+ When: 5 pm
+ Where: The Zoo Bar, 136 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10
More details: Soul, blues and funk. Should be a good time.
Friday, April 10
Music: The Shon Townsend Band
+ When: 9 pm
+ Where: The Zoo Bar, 136 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10
More details: Four piece blues-rock band hailing from the Nebraska panhandle.
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, April 11
Music: Queer Music Midwest Festival 2026
+ When: 2 to 4 pm
+ Where: BLIXT Arts Lab, 2626 N 48th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: A cool lineup! Featuring performances from:
+ Winnifred, Worm Friend: bandcamp / insta / website
+ Dr. Joshua Stine: insta
+ the clownfish and the anemone
+ KJ Teder: insta / spotify / website
+ And more!
I also posted an interview with the festival organizers earlier this week. Here's a link to that, just in case you missed it.
Saturday, April 11
Film: Crossing Delancey (1988)
+ When: 7:15 pm
+ Where: Ross Media Arts Center, 313 N 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10
More details: "Joan Micklin Silver’s wonderfully affectionate spin on the romantic comedy infuses the genre with a fresh, personal perspective, following an unmarried Jewish woman’s search for fulfillment in New York City. Happily independent bookstore manager Izzy (a luminous Amy Irving) isn’t looking for love, but she’s forced to reevaluate her desires when she catches the eye of two very different men: a self-centered novelist (Jeroen Krabbé) and the mild-mannered Lower East Side pickle seller (Peter Riegert) with whom her old-fashioned bubbie (scene-stealing Yiddish-theater star Reizl Bozyk) sets her up. A love letter to 1980s Manhattan shot in beautifully burnished, autumnal tones, Crossing Delancey gracefully captures the magic of a city where disparate cultures, generations, and traditions both clash and connect."
Part of the Ross's tribute to Nebraska director Joan Micklin Silver. One night only!
Saturday, April 11
Market: Bugeaters Vintage Market
+ When: 10 am to 4 pm
+ Where: Canoyer Garden Center Greenhouse, 2601 Long Pne Rd. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free, but there will be items to purchase!
More details: "We are excited to see yall this month at our last indoor event until we move outside! We will be at Canoyers Greenhouse Event Center with 1,000s of hand picked vintage pieces for your outfit needs"
Saturday, April 11
Market: Mother of All Garage Sales
+ When: 8 am to 3 pm
+ Where: Sandhills Global Event Center, 4100 N 84th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $5 | Children 10 and under are free
More details: "Get ready to treasure hunt at the Mother of All Garage Sales, hosted by Broadcast House Media! Held annually on the first weekend of April, this massive indoor sale features 300+ booths filled with new and used items, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, crafts, plants, and more. Whether you're searching for unique finds or great deals, there's something for everyone!"
Saturday, April 11
Music: All Star City Blues
+ When: 9 pm
+ Where: The Zoo Bar, 136 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $8
More details: Lincoln's blue collar blues band!
Saturday, April 11
Music: The Other Side of Now + NudiBrunch + Space Riders of the 25th Dimension + Anyone Else
+ When: 8 pm (doors), 8:30 pm (show)
+ Where: 1867 Bar, 101 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10
More details: Some very cool looking local bands!
Saturday, April 11
Science: Astronomy Night - The Science of Sci-Fi
+ When: 5 to 9 pm
+ Where: UNL State Museum, 645 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Included with the cost of admission
More details: "Explore space and how science and science fiction interact with hands-on activities led by museum educators and community partners. Enjoy a special, live-narrated planetarium show only available at this event as well. Bring a non-perishable food or toiletry donation for Lincoln Little Free Pantries for a chance to win fun prizes."
Sunday, April 12
Sunday, April 12
Music: Boy Seeking Band + Mailbox + Jet Set
+ When: 5 pm (doors) | 5:30 pm (show)
+ Where: Duffy's Tavern, 1412 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $5 cover (if you want!)
More details: Presenting the 160th annual...*ahem* ...REST IN PEACE ABE LINCOLN AND TITANIC ROCK SHOW
Sunday, April 12
Books: Silent Book Club
+ When: 2:30 to 4 pm
+ Where: Sower Books, 914 N 70th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Come with a book of your choice and spend part of the evening reading quietly. Learn more about Silent Book Clubs here.
Sunday, April 12
Comedy: Zootenanny! Jamie Shriner and more!
+ When: 8:30 pm
+ Where: The Zoo Bar, 136 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Not sure about the cover
More details: Also featuring Ricky Ramos, Jorge Flores, and David Garcia.
Sunday, April 12
Film: A Fish In The Bathtub (1999)
+ When: 7:15 pm
+ Where: Ross Media Arts Center, 313 N 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10
More details: "Legendary comedy duo (and real-life husband and wife) Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara star as the constantly bickering couple at the center of this sprightly comedy from writer-director Joan Micklin Silver. When Sam (Stiller) stubbornly refuses to get rid of the new pet carp he’s unleashed in their bathtub, Molly (Meara) finally decides she’s had enough and moves in with their married son Joel (a young Mark Ruffalo). Desperate to get his mother out of his hair (and house), Joel enlists his boy-crazed travel-agent sister (Jane Adams) to help repair their parent’s relationship—even as he’s tempted toward infidelity by a flirtatious client (Pamela Gray)."
Part of the Ross's tribute to Nebraska director Joan Micklin Silver. One night only!
Sunday, April 12
Theater: Salon Reading Series: Always a Bridesmaid by Regina Hinkley
+ When: 2 pm
+ Where: Turbine Flats, 2124 Y St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free but donations appreciated!
More details: "Aris, a young college graduate, plans a surprise engagement party for her best friend (though "party" is a bit of a generous term). Unbeknownst to her, more people are coming than expected, including Seraphina, her ex-girlfriend from college that she ghosted after four years together. As the night continues, Aris struggles to try and reconcile with Seraphina while keeping her sexuality a secret from her boyfriend. Before anyone can stop themselves, words are said that can't be unsaid and secrets people would rather keep hidden are exposed for everyone to see."
The second-to-last reading of the season!
Things to do next week:
Saturday, April 18
Community: Ready, Set, Vote!
+ When: 1 to 3 pm
+ Where: Eiseley Branch Library, 1530 Superior St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: "Your vote is your voice in our community. But voting can be complex and frustrating for naturalized citizens - determining how to register, where to vote, or choosing candidates and issues to support.
Come learn about how, where, and why so that you can vote with confidence! Bring your kids and your friends. Enter a drawing for a $50 gift card.
Presented by the Asian Community & Cultural Center in partnership with Center for Legal Immigration Assistance, Civic Nebraska, Common Cause, Heartland Workers Center, League of Women Voters, Lincoln City Libraries, Nebraska Civic Engagement Table, and Out Nebraska."
Monday, April 13
Public Meeting: City Council
+ When: 3 to 5 pm
+ Where: Council Chambers, County/City Building, 555 South 10th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free and open to the public!
More details: The agenda for this meeting has not yet been posted, but will be found here.
Tuesday, April 14
Public Meeting: Lincoln Board of Education
+ When: 6 pm
+ Where: Steve Joel District Leadership Center, 5905 O St. (Google Maps)
More details: This meeting is open to the public. The agenda for this meeting has not yet been posted, but will be found here.
Wednesday, April 15
Art: Who What Wednesdays
+ When: 6 to 7:30 pm
+ Where: LUX Center, 2601 N 48th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: This week's presenters are:
+ Stacy Larson – Ceramicist, Educator, and Lux Ceramics Center Manager
+ Daniel Martinez – Flamenco Guitar, Teacher, and Composer
+ George Dungan – Nebraska State Senator for District 26
Each will present for 20 minutes, followed by a Q&A.
Wednesday, April 15
Film: Resurrection
+ When: 6:30 pm
+ Where: Ross Media Arts Center, 313 N 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10 | $1 student tickets!
More details: "With his senses-ravishing third feature, visionary director Bi Gan takes his deepest plunge yet into the realm of pure cinematic dreamscape. In a world where humans have forsaken dreams in exchange for immortality, a dreaming monster (Jackson Yee) embarks on a shape-shifting odyssey through illusion, beauty, and terror that takes him across the twentieth century and to the end of time. Unfolding in five dazzlingly imagined chapters that encompass everything from silent-cinema expressionism to film noir to a delirious vampire love story shot in one of Bi’s signature long takes, Resurrection is a work of breathtaking imagination in which cinema is the ultimate portal to the unconscious mind."
One night only!
Thursday, April 16
Social: Weekly Leftist Meetup
+ When: 5 to 7 pm
+ Where: Jake's Beercade Jr., 101 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Organized by Lincoln DSA. More from their Instagram post: "Looking to find other left leaning people? Want to get more involved in local Sstate and/or national politics? Needing something more to do to make a difference? Join us at Beercade Jr. these Thursdays! Drop in and out at your leisure."
More meetups are scheduled for every Thursday in April.
Friday, April 17
Film: Defending the Dark – A Special Film Event at Branched Oak Observatory
+ When: 7 to 11 pm
+ Where: Branched Oak Observatory, 14300 NW 98th St. Raymond, NE 68428 (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free! | Reserve your tickets here
More details: "The night sky is one of humanity’s oldest shared treasures, yet for many people today the stars are slowly disappearing behind the glow of artificial light. In recognition of International Dark Sky Week, Branched Oak Observatory invites you to a special community screening of the powerful documentary Defending the Dark"
Friday, April 17
Music: Muscle + FACE + Cold Glock + Ratstallion
+ When: 8 pm (doors), 8:30 (show)
+ Where: 1867 Bar, 101 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10
More details: A hardcore show with some local supporting bands
Saturday, April 18
Market: Who Arted?
+ When: 1 to 5 pm
+ Where: Resonator Gallery, Turbine Flats, 2124 Y St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free! But there will be items to purchase.
More details: A pop up market with local artisans!
Saturday, April 18
Music: Folxpelt + Hitchcock Blonde + Syinide
+ When: 8 pm (doors), 8:30 pm (show)
+ Where: 1867 Bar, 101 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $13
More details: The Sioux City-based Folxpelt will be joined by some cool Nebraska rock bands.
Saturday, April 18
Music: Record Store Day 2026 at First Day Vinyl
+ When: 9 am to 8 pm
+ Where: First Day Vinyl, 7301 S 27th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free but support your local record store by buying music!
More details: "A day to celebrate independent record stores! Exclusive, limited vinyl pressings from hundreds of your favorite artists. Giveaways and prizes! Details ongoing on Instagram @firstdayvinyl"
Saturday, April 18
Music: The Killigans "This is Only a Drill" Album Release
+ When: 7 pm (doors), 8 pm (show)
+ Where: Bourbon Theatre, 1415 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $22.09 (including fees)
More details: With support from The Bishops and Alli and I
Saturday, April 18
Music: The Whips – From Kansas, With Love Album Release Tour
+ When: 9 pm
+ Where: Duffy's Tavern, 1412 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: No cover!
More details: The KC-based funk pop group returns to Duffy's! Local support TBD
Sunday, April 19
Books: Bling Your Book: Crafts & Beer at White Elm
+ When: 1 to 3 pm
+ Where: White Elm Brewing Co., 720 Van Dorn St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $20 | Buy advance tickets here
More details: "We’ll provide a book and all the “bling” you need to create a dazzling, one-of-a-kind book cover. Whether you're a crafter, a reader, or just looking for a good time with good people, this event is for you!"
A collaboration between Stuff Creative Reuse and Linked2Literacy.
Things to do later this year:
Thursday, April 23
Social: Weekly Leftist Meetup
+ When: 5 to 7 pm
+ Where: Jake's Beercade Jr., 101 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Organized by Lincoln DSA. More from their Instagram post: "Looking to find other left leaning people? Want to get more involved in local Sstate and/or national politics? Needing something more to do to make a difference? Join us at Beercade Jr. these Thursdays! Drop in and out at your leisure."
More meetups are scheduled for every Thursday in April.
Friday, April 24
Music: The Steppers
+ When: 8 pm (doors), 8:30 pm (show)
+ Where: 1867 Bar, 101 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10
More details: An Oklahoma jamgrass/fusion string band comes to 1867!
Saturday, April 25
Books: Elleinad Books Grand Re-Opening
+ When: 9 am to 6 pm
+ Where: Elleinad Books - New Location! 4724 Prescott Ave (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Elleinad Books is moving to a new location in the College View neighborhood. They are holding a fully day of cool events to celebrate both the move and Independent Bookstore Day. Find a full schedule here.
Saturday, April 25
Clinton Neighborhood - Get Out The Vote Community Canvass
+ When: 1 to 3 pm
+ Where: Reactor Coffee, 2124 Y St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More from the organizers: "We are working with the Clinton Neighborhood this year to boost voter turnout which has historically been one of the lowest. This canvass is a community-led effort to have meaningful conversations with our neighbors, make sure we support them with their voting plan, and chat to them about Respect Nebraska Voters, a cool petition we are circulating. Folks will get trained the day of before knocking doors. It is a great way to get your steps in and connect with your neighbors."
Saturday, April 25
Earth Day Celebration
+ When: 10 am to 2 pm
+ Where: Nebraska Innovation Campus, 2021 Transformation Dr. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Seems to be free?
More details: Multiple activities scheduled including a bike rodeo, face painting, and a clothing swap. Local food will be available. Join 40+ organizations in celebrating Earth Day!
Saturday, April 25
Music: Humboldt's Quid
+ When: 10 pm
+ Where: Bodega's Alley, 1418 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: The Grand Island-based punk rock cover band returns to Lincoln!
Sunday, April 26
Outdoors: Arbor Day LNK
+ When: noon to 3 pm
+ Where: Antelope Park (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Come celebrate Arbor Day in Lincoln! There will be over 450 free trees available in a variety of species. (First come, first serve!) There will also be live music, outdoor yoga, local food trucks, and free Papi Churros.
Tuesday, April 28
Public Meeting: Lincoln Board of Education
+ When: 6 pm
+ Where: Steve Joel District Leadership Center, 5905 O St. (Google Maps)
More details: This meeting is open to the public. The agenda for this meeting has not yet been posted, but will be found here.
Thursday, April 30
Community: Nehemiah Action Assembly
+ When: 6:30 to 8 pm
+ Where: St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 8550 Pioneers Blvd. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Organized by Justice in Action, an interfaith, grassroots coalition of faith communities in Lancaster County.
Friday, May 1
Music: So-Called + Coup De Kill + The Sparrows
+ When: 8 pm (doors), 8:30 (show)
+ Where: 1867 Bar, 101 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10
More details: So-Called and Coup De Kill, pop-punk emo groups from Wyoming, with support from local band The Sparrows!
Saturday, May 2
Organizing: Lincoln Tenants United Meeting
+ When: 11 am to 12:30 pm
+ Where: Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: "Our goal is to build relationships with our neighbors! Expect coffee, connections, and a special training to help us build our tenant power. Reach out to lnktenantsunited@proton.me or (402) 782-1511 if you have any questions or access needs."
Spanish interpretation will be available! The next meeting will be Saturday, July 11.
Wednesday, May 6
Market: Hub Farmers Market - Opening Day!
+ When: 5 to 7 pm
+ Where: Near the Hub Cafe, 250 N 21st St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free! But there will be items to purchase.
More details: The season will run every Wednesday of May through September.
Saturday, May 9
Music: Thirst Things First + Winnifred Worm Friend + Endorphins + Underbite
+ When: 9 pm
+ Where: The Zoo Bar, 136 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10
More details: Some rocking local acts plus an LA-based alt rock band.
Tuesday, May 12
Public Meeting: Lincoln Board of Education
+ When: 6 pm
+ Where: Steve Joel District Leadership Center, 5905 O St. (Google Maps)
More details: This meeting is open to the public. The agenda for this meeting has not yet been posted, but will be found here.
Saturday, May 16
Music: Speak No Evil Music Festival
+ When: 7 pm (doors), 7:30 pm (show)
+ Where: Duffy's Tavern, 1412 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $12 advance tickets | $15 day of show
More details: The inaugural festival will be a one-night event with all-local instrumental music bands and two stages. A huge lineup, including: The Machete Archive, Within Wilds, Whip Sigils, The Sub-Vectors, The Radical Sabbatical, Vector 23, Möbius, Custom Filth, Smith and Jessen, and Agrónomo.
Tuesday, May 19
Community: 2026 State of Civic Life Conference
+ When: 7:30 am to 6:30 pm
+ Where: Nebraska Innovation Campus Conference Center, 2021 Transformation Dr. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $75 | $50 for students
More details: "Civic Nebraska’s State of Civic Life Conference on Tuesday, May 19th 2026 will convene community organizers, civic educators, and system reform advocates to collaborate, educate, and plan for the future of our democracy and civic society in the heartland of the United States."
Wednesday, May 20
Music: POET + The Almas + Embers Rise + After Arizona
+ When: 6 pm (doors), 7 pm (show)
+ Where: Bourbon Theatre, 1415 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $13.86 (including online fees)
Sunday, May 24
Music: WASTE + CATSCLAW
+ When: 7 pm
+ Where: 1867 Bar, 101 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $25.43 (with online fees) | Buy tickets here
More details: A night of metalcore!
Sunday, May 31
Books: Silent Book Club
+ When: 2:30 to 4 pm
+ Where: Sower Books, 914 N 70th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Come with a book of your choice and spend part of the evening reading quietly. Learn more about Silent Book Clubs here.
Friday, June 5
Music: 156/Silence + The World Without Us + The Tale Untold & Spiral
+ When: 6 pm (doors)
+ Where: 1867 Bar, 101 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $28.20 (with online fees) | Buy tickets here
More details: Pittsburgh-based metalcore band 156/Silence with support from Nebraska bands.
Saturday, July 11
Organizing: Lincoln Tenants United Meeting
+ When: 11 am to 12:30 pm
+ Where: Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: "Our goal is to build relationships with our neighbors! Expect coffee, connections, and a special training to help us build our tenant power. Reach out to lnktenantsunited@proton.me or (402) 782-1511 if you have any questions or access needs."
Spanish interpretation will be available!
Tuesday, July 21
Music: Alls + KJ Teder + Prairie Princess + Crab Waiver
+ When: 7 pm (doors), 7:30 pm (show)
+ Where: 1867 Bar, 101 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10
More details: Some cool local bands!