What to do this weekend - January 29, 2026
Fuck ICE.
Hi,
Welcome to This Week In Lincoln.
It's been a rough week — a rough few weeks. But you don't need me to tell you that. You already know what's happening: that federal agents killed two Americans in Minneapolis; that ICE and the Border Patrol are abducting and brutalizing citizens and non-citizens with impunity; that the officials theoretically in charge of holding them accountable are, instead, trying to frame ordinary people — folks who just care about the well-being of their neighbors — as domestic terrorists.
I keep thinking about the summer of 2020, not just because Donald Trump is back in power, not just because Minneapolis is once again at the center of things but also because there's that same sense that events of enormous consequence are happening very quickly. It's overwhelming and all you can do is choose how to respond.
Since the killing of Alex Pretti on Jan. 24, there have been at least two protests and acts of communal solidarity in Lincoln. Hopefully those won't be the last. I went to Tuesday's march and vigil, which began near the statue of Chief Standing Bear and ended at the Capitol. I saw some friends, met some new people, snapped some photos. Mostly, I just wanted to be in community with others and be reminded that people really do care about their neighbors, even in such bleak, ugly times.
You can read coverage of the vigil from the Journal Star, the Daily Nebraskan and 1011 News. And here's a list of mutual aid organizations in Minneapolis that could use your help.
Here's a few other things to know:
- KZUM is currently accepting applications from local bands to play in their summer concert series. The concerts are happening every Thursday, June through July. They're looking for Nebraska-based musicians who perform original stuff!
- Here's a list of free community events that happen in Lincoln on a regular basis. I've included some of them in past editions of the newsletter, and this looks like a pretty good page to bookmark and share with others as a resource.
Got an event you want to see featured in next week's event roundup? Submit it here. You can also send feedback, suggestions, compliments, criticism and ideas for things I should write about to tynanstewart@proton.me
~ Ty
Thursday, January 29
Thursday, January 29
Books: 4th Chapter Boozy Book Fair
+ When: 5 to 9 pm
+ Where: White Elm Brewing Co, 720 Van Dorn St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: There will be books and food available to purchase!
More details: A collaboration between Elleinad Books and White Elm. Cal Tacos will be there to provide food!
Thursday, January 29
Books: Book Club - Just Desserts
+ When: 6:30 to 7:45 pm
+ Where: Bennett Martin Public Library, 4th Floor Auditorium, 136 S. 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
This month's theme: "SPECIAL 200th MEETING CELEBRATION!! In January, the Just Desserts mystery discussion group celebrates its 200th meeting with a special theme: All participants are encouraged to share "The book that made you become a mystery or thriller fan". After this, attendees will share a round robin of whatever else they've been reading recently (emphasizing mysteries)."
This book club meets the last Thursday of every month, January through October.
Thursday, January 29
Film: The Choral
+ When: 5 pm | 7:25 pm
+ Where: Ross Media Arts Center, 313 N 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10 at 5 pm | $12 at 7:25 pm
More details about the film: "1916. As war rages on the Western Front, the Choral Society in Ramsden, Yorkshire has lost most of its men to the army. Determined to press ahead, the Choral’s ambitious committee decides to recruit local teens to fill their ranks, and engage an uncompromising new chorus master recently returned from Germany (Ralph Fiennes)."
Last chance to see this at the Ross!
Thursday, January 29
Film: No Other Choice
+ When: 4:50 pm | 7:35 pm
+ Where: Ross Media Arts Center, 313 N 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10 at 4:50 pm | $12 at 7:35 pm
More details about the film: "From director Park Chan-wook (Oldboy, The Handmaiden) and based on Donald E. Westlake’s novel The Ax, NO OTHER CHOICE follows Man-su on his desperate hunt for a new job after his abrupt layoff from the paper company he served for 25 years."
More showings through February 5!
Thursday, January 29
Music: Weekly Open Mic for Songwriters
+ When: 6 pm (signup begins) | 6:30 to 9 pm (open mic)
+ Where: Crescent Moon Coffee, 140 N 8th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: "Our open mic nights showcase local singer/songwriters--whether you're a seasoned performer or a new comer that wants to perform in front of an audience for the first time, come on out and join the fun!"
Thursday, January 29
Public Meeting: Lincoln Commission on Human Rights
+ When: 3:45 to 4:45 pm
+ Where: Council Chambers, County/City Building, 555 South 10th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free and open to the public!
More details: The agendas for this committee's meetings don't seem to be available online, which is concerning.
Thursday, January 29
Social: Weekly Leftist Meetup
+ When: 5 to 7 pm
+ Where: The Hot Mess, 408 S 11th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Organized by the Lincoln DSA. "Drop in or drop- out as you need. These are casual meetups to get to know one another and our Lincoln DSA Chapter as well as get plugged into to other organizations and the work we all do to uplift our communities through our community. Community is a verb; let's get to work!"
Thursday, January 29
Theater: The Gas Heart
+ When: 7:30 pm
+ Where: Studio Theatre - Nebraska Wesleyan, 2710 N 48th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $12
More details: "Written in response to the political unrest that followed World War I, The Gas Heart is one of the most famous avant-garde plays ever performed. A hallmark of Europe's Dadaist movement, the play can be viewed as a parody of classical drama or a passionate love story. Watch fascinating characters, each representing a facial feature, grapple with how to relate to each other in a world where language has failed."
More showings through February 8!
Friday, January 30
Friday, January 30
Music: Joyce Manor 'I Used to Go to This Bar' Listening Party
+ When: 7 pm
+ Where: First Day Vinyl, 7301 S 27th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free! But they request that you RSVP on their website.
More details: You can preorder the album on First Day Vinyl's website or in person at the store for pickup on its release date (Jan. 30)!
Friday, January 30
Books: Bethany BookTalks
+ When: 10:30 to 11:30 am
+ Where: Bethany Branch, 1810 North Cotner Blvd. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details from the library's website: "Bethany BookTalks welcomes everyone for a morning of good books. Since 2001, speakers have presented a group of books, sometimes with a theme and sometimes not. These informal presentations allow for good conversation as well." This book club meets most Friday mornings.
This week's booktalk: "'Once upon a time…' Nancy and Pam share their favorite children’s books from 2025."
Friday, January 30
Film: La Grazia
+ When: 4:55 pm | 7:30 pm
+ Where: Ross Media Arts Center, 313 N 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10 at 4:55 pm | $12 at 7:30 pm
More details about the film: "From Academy and BAFTA Award–winning filmmaker Paolo Sorrentino, LA GRAZIA is a sweeping exploration of love, duty, and personal freedom. Toni Servillo – winner of the Best Actor Award at the 2025 Venice Film Festival – stars as Italy’s outgoing president, Mariano De Santis, navigating moral and personal crossroads with the help of his confidante and daughter, Dorotea (Anna Ferzetti). With Sorrentino’s signature poetic vision and an evocative soundtrack, this heartfelt masterwork is an intimate meditation on fatherhood, conscience, and the enduring question: who owns our days?"
More showings through February 5!
Friday, January 30
Music: Sailing In Soup
+ When: 5 pm
+ Where: The Zoo Bar, 136 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $10
More details: Expect a global tour of all soul-enriched musical styles from this Omaha based band.
Friday, January 30
Music: Tyler Richton & The High Bank Boys + XOLEX + Duke Oursler
+ When: 7 pm (doors) | 8 pm (show)
+ Where: Bourbon Theatre, 1415 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $13.86
More details: Some country acts on tour are stopping in Lincoln!
Saturday, January 31
Saturday, January 31
Music: Bad Self Portraits + Ghostlike + Estrogen Projection
+ When: 6 pm (doors) | 7 pm (show)
+ Where: Rococo Theatre, 140 N 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $20 advance tickets | $22 day of show
More details: Some amazing bands here. Links to their music and stuff:
+ Bad Self Portraits: bandcamp / linktree / insta
+ Ghostlike: bandcamp / linktree / insta
+ Estrogen Projection: bandcamp / linktree / insta
Saturday, January 31
Community: Civic Saturday: Out of Many
+ When: 11 am to 12:30 pm
+ Where: Sheldon Museum of Art, 12th and R St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: "Civic Saturday returns to Sheldon on January 31 with the theme “Out of Many” inspired by the exhibition Hyphen American: Intersections of Identity and the ways artists reflect the American experience and how "Americanness" shows up amid many different, overlapping "American" identities. This Civic Saturday gathering is a special chance to wrestle with hyphens, identities, the power of plurality, and belonging in a public, joyful, reflective way. "
Saturday, January 31
Music: Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country
+ When: 7 pm (doors) | 8 pm (show)
+ Where: Bourbon Theatre, 1415 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Tickets start at $33.93
Saturday, January 31
Music: Daniel Donato After Party w/The Midland Band
+ When: 11ish pm (immediately following Daniel Donato at the Bourbon)
+ Where: Bodega's Alley, 1418 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $5
More details: "Keep the night rolling! Once Daniel Donato wraps up at The Bourbon, head over to Bodega’s Alley for an afterparty set with The Midland Band."
Saturday, January 31
Protest: Counter-Protesting the Anti-Choice "Walk For Life"
+ When: 10ish am
+ Where: north side of K Street, across from the Capitol steps (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Read more about this counter-protest on the Black Cat House's website here.
Sunday, February 1
Sunday, February 1
Outdoors: Winter Bird Watching and Community Science
+ When: 1 to 2:30 pm
+ Where: Pioneers Park Nature Center, 3201 South Coddington (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free! But spots are limited and registration is encouraged.
More details: "Join Conservation Nebraska, Spring Creek Prairie Audubon, and Pioneers Park for a free, fun, and educational event with Jason "the Birdnerd" St. Sauver and Jamie Kelley. This event will dive into reasons to go winter bird watching, bird ID for species you might see this time of year, and information on community science projects. Our presenters will introduce you to a few community science projects including the Great Backyard Bird Count, where you can help track bird populations in your own backyard! This is a perfect chance to learn from experts, engage with nature, and contribute to bird research and conservation."
Sunday, February 1
Art: Painting at Parrish
+ When: 2 to 6 pm
+ Where: Parrish Studios, 14th and O St., Second floor (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Come help to paint the indoor mural at Parrish Studios. There will also be a bake sale and merch available!
Sunday, February 1
Outdoors: Full Moon Winter Wetland Walk
+ When: 4:45 to 6:15 pm
+ Where: Frank Shoemaker Marsh, N 27th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free! But registration is encouraged.
More details: "Celebrate World Wetlands Day with a winter hike at Frank Shoemaker Marsh ... as the Snow Moon rises! Connect with nature through a guided hike and prompts to reflect by creating sketches and writings about the wetlands while observing the February full moon. Wetland experts will also be there to help you learn about wetland ecology."
Sunday, February 1
Social: Sideshow Speakeasy Presents Iron Bartender
+ When: 4 pm
+ Where: Sideshow Speakeasy, 151 N 8th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $29 (+ taxes and fees)
More details: "[W]e’re bringing you Iron Bartender, a head-to-head craft cocktail battle featuring 10 of Lincoln’s best bartenders, each shaking, stirring, and pouring their way to the top. Here’s the best part: YOU get to sample every cocktail and help crown the winner."
Sunday, February 1
Theater: Salon Reading Series: I'm Saving You a Seat by Sarah Elizabeth Grace
+ When: 2 pm
+ Where: Turbine Flats, 2124 Y St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free but donations suggested!
More details: "The Salon Reading Series is back for the new year! Returning in February, we present I'm Saving You a Seat by Sarah Elizabeth Grace, directed by Cesar Perez ... Light refreshments will be provided. As always, the ATC Salon Reading Series is supported by free-will donations and open to all!"
Things to do next week:
Monday, February 2
Film: Desserts & Discussions: Riotsville
+ When: 5 to 7:30 pm
+ Where: Bennet Martin Library, 136 South 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: "We will have discussions afterwards about how this film is relevant now, a study on how we are here in this point of militarized police force in the United States & the parallels to be drawn between Nebraska, cop city struggles in Atlanta & Palestine." Organized by Black Rose Bakery! They request that you wear a mask during the event.
Monday, February 2
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, February 3
Music: Joji 'Piss in the Wind' Early Listening Party
+ When: 6 pm
+ Where: First Day Vinyl, 7301 S 27th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free! But they request that you RSVP on their website.
More details: You can preorder the album on First Day Vinyl's website or in person at the store for pickup on its release date (Feb. 6)!
Wednesday, February 4
Books: "Let's Get Books Together" Book Club
+ When: 6:30 to 7:30 pm
+ Where: Gere Branch Library, 2400 South 56th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: A monthly discussion of LGBTQ+ books! This month's book is Symptoms of Being Human by Jeff Garvin.
Wednesday, February 4
Poetry/Prose: Open Mic for Writers
+ When: 6:30 to 9 pm
+ Where: Crescent Moon Coffee, 140 N 8th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: If you're a writer, come read some of your work for an audience!
Thursday, February 5, 12 & 19
Crafting: Experience the Wheel
+ When: 1 to 3:30 pm
+ Where: LUX Center for the Arts, 2601 N 48th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $110
More details: "Experience the Wheel (Level 1) is a quick and dirty class that lets you dip your toe into the basics of wheel-thrown pottery. This three-week ceramics course, taught by LUX Artist-in-Residence David Kruk, is designed for people with no background in clay looking to experience the wheel in an easy and no-stress environment."
This class runs on Thursdays throughout the month, on February 5, 12, and 19.
Friday, February 6
Art: First Friday
+ When: First receptions typically start at 5:00 pm
+ Where: Downtown Lincoln
+ Cost: Free!
More details: The first Friday of every month a bunch of galleries and businesses are open late to showcase the work of Lincoln artists. Come out and support local art!
Friday, February 6
Art: First Friday Celebration with artist Tom Sheppard
+ When: 5:30 to 7:30 pm
+ Where: Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 S 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: "Tom Sheppard is a well-known Nebraska artist, often associated with Lincoln, who is primarily a watercolorist, former art teacher for Lincoln Public Schools (LPS), and coach, known for his balanced, intuitive style, and is featured at local spots like the Burkholder Project and Francie & Finch. He studied art at Hastings College and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL), blending logical and creative approaches in his work, which sometimes includes local subjects like the Nebraska State Capitol."
Friday, February 6
Art: First Friday: 'Patchwork: Quilts and Garments Across Cultures'
+ When: 5:30 pm
+ Where: International Quilt Museum, 1523 N. 33rd St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: There will be free access to the museum from 4 to 7 pm. Join for a presentation from professor Kylin Flothe on the exhibition “Patchwork: Quilts and Garments Across Cultures.”
Friday, February 6
Art: First Friday: Reclaimed Pages Art Show & Sale
+ When: 5:30 to 7:30 pm (reception and meet the artist)
+ Where: A Novel Idea Bookstore, 118 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free! But there will be art available for purchase
More details: A celebration of work from local artist Reilly Woodward! "Reilly specializes in drawing using graphite pencils on reclaimed book pages. The images that are drawn are sometimes inspired by the title of the book or subject matter."
Friday, February 6
Books: Bethany BookTalks
+ When: 10:30 to 11:30 am
+ Where: Bethany Branch, 1810 North Cotner Blvd. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details from the library's website: "Bethany BookTalks welcomes everyone for a morning of good books. Since 2001, speakers have presented a group of books, sometimes with a theme and sometimes not. These informal presentations allow for good conversation as well."
This week's booktalk: "Victoria returns with her favorite recent reads."
Friday, February 6
Film: Normal Isn’t: Puscifer Live at the Pacific Stock Exchange
+ When: 6 pm
+ Where: First Day Vinyl, 7301 S 27th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free! But they request that you RSVP on their website.
More details: "puscifer’s new album, ‘normal isn’t’, is coming february 6, and the band is inviting fans to celebrate at select independent record stores with early screenings of their new concert film, “Normal Isn’t: Puscifer Live at the Pacific Stock Exchange.”"
Friday, February 6
Music: Kevin McClure + Joy Rager + Rich Confer
+ When: 6 pm (doors) | 7 pm (show)
+ Where: Bourbon Theatre, 1415 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $17.45 (including online fees)
More details: Some very cool Nebraska acts! Links to their music and socials:
+ Kevin McClure: spotify / insta / linktree
+ JoyRager: spotify / insta / linktree
+ Rich Confer: spotify / insta / website
Saturday, February 7
Market: Bugeaters Vintage Market
+ When: 10 am to 4 pm
+ Where: Canoyer Garden Center Greenhouse, 2601 Long Pne Rd. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free entry!
There will be a ton of vendors selling vintage clothing and accessories!
Saturday, February 7
Music: Humboldt's Quid + The Dinks
+ When: 9 pm
+ Where: 1867 Bar, 101 N 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Not sure if there's a cover!
More details: Some rad looking punk bands. Links to their socials:
Sunday, February 8
Music: Van Cliburn Gold Medalist Aristo Sham
+ When: 4 pm
+ Where: Lied Center, 301 N 12th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Tickets start at $44 for the public | $26 for students and people under 18
More details: "Once every four years, a new gold medalist emerges from the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. As Nebraska’s official Van Cliburn presenter since 1994, the Lied Center presents the newly awarded Van Cliburn Gold Medalist for the first time. With previous winners including Yunchan Lim, Olga Kern, Vadym Kholodenko, and Jon Nakamatsu, the Cliburn is widely considered to be “one of the most prestigious contests in classical music” (The New York Times)."
Things to do later this year:
Wednesday to Saturday, Feb 11-14
Music: Lincoln Exposed 2026 - 21st Anniversary
+ When: Times TBD
+ Where: 1867 Bar | Bodega's Alley | Bourbon Theatre | Duffy's Tavern | Zoo Bar
+ Cost: All access pass is $45.78 (includes online fees)
More details: The annual celebration of all local music returns!
Tuesday, February 10
Books: Book Launch Celebration: Kristen Hoerl – The Impossible Woman: Television, Feminism, and the Future
+ When: 5:30 to 7:30 pm
+ Where: Francie & Finch Bookshop, 130 S 13th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Kristen Hoerl is a UNL professor! Here's a short description of her forthcoming book: "Although it may seem like the proliferation of strong women on television is a feminist achievement, a deeper look into their stories tells us otherwise. The Impossible Woman examines a variety of scripted US television series across multiple genres to show how the cultural value of television’s extraordinarily talented female characters often rests upon their ability to endure—but not overcome—sexism."
Tuesday, February 10
Public Meeting: Board of Health
+ When: 4:30 to 5:30 pm
+ Where: Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department, 3131 O St (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free and open to the public!
More details: The Board of Health is responsible for advising the local health department. The agenda for this meeting has not yet been posted but can be found here.
Tuesday, February 10
Public Meeting: Lincoln Metropolitan Planning Organization Officials Committee
+ When: 12:30 to 1:30 pm
+ Where: County/City Building, City Council Chambers, 555 South 10th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free and open to the public!
More details: The Lincoln MPO is responsible for transportation planning in the city and county. The agenda for this meeting has not yet been posted but can be found here.
Wednesday, February 11
Lecture: Great Plains Talk: Landscape Change in the Great Plains with Larkin Powell
+ When: 5:30 to 6:30 pm
+ Where: Center for Great Plains Studies, 1155 Q St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: "It is no surprise that Nebraska - at the heart of the Great Plains - has long served as a canvas for sweeping transformation. Once a prairie teeming with bison and Native maize, it has become a landscape of center pivot irrigation, herds of cattle and hybrid corn. How did these changes happen so quickly? And who were the people, policies and pressures that synchronized new uses of the land? "
Wednesday, February 11
Public Meeting: Community Forestry Advisory Board
+ When: 4 to 5 pm
+ Where: Lincoln Parks & Recreation Administrative Office, 3131 O St., Suite 300 (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free and open to the public!
More details: The Community Forestry Advisory Board provides advice and recommendations to the city on issues dealing with the planting, maintenance, and preservation of trees and vegetation on city property. The agenda for this meeting has not yet been posted but can be found here.
Thursday, February 12
Public Meeting: Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
+ When: 2 to 4:30 pm
+ Where: County/City Building, 555 S 10th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Open to the public!
More details: The agenda for this meeting has not yet been posted but will be found here.
Friday, February 13
Poetry: Poetry at the Lion - Nguyễn and Cabada
+ When: 5:30 to 7:45 pm
+ Where: St Mark's on the Campus Episcopal Church, 1309 R St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: "Each month, a featured poet will read from their works and shape the evening’s experience. Poetry lovers can stop on their way to eat out or bring a brown bag meal and stay for the whole evening. Light refreshments will be provided. The featured poets for February will be Alina Nguyễn and Caroliena Cabada."
Saturday, February 14
Community: Thickening Up the Neighborhood: Accessory Dwelling Units in Lincoln
+ When: 1:30 to 3 pm
+ Where: Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: "Homeowners, Aspiring Small-Scale Developers, and Housing Advocates! Join Strong Towns Lincoln as we chat with City Planning staff about coming changes to A.D.U. policy – aimed to help ease construction of additional housing at neighborhood scale! No prior experience or knowledge required to attend! Light refreshments will be provided."
Wednesday, February 18
Books: The B.Y.O.B. (Bring Your Own Books) Club
+ When: 6:30 to 7:30 pm
+ Where: Bennett Martin Public Library, 4th Floor Auditorium, 136 S. 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details from the library: "The B.Y.O.B. (Bring Your Own Books) Club is designed for people who like to gather with fellow book-lovers to discuss whatever they’ve been reading and enjoying lately, without the pressure of assigned reading. Each meeting is “themed,” so participants can select a title that matches the monthly theme."
This month's theme: "An unconventional love story."
Wednesday, February 18
Public Meeting: Southeast District Townhall
+ When: 6:30 pm
+ Where: Gere Library Meeting Room, 2400 S 56th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free and open to the public!
Thursday, February 19
Music: Taraneh + Lulled + Ghostlike
+ When: 7 pm (doors) | 8 pm (show)
+ Where: Duffy's Tavern, 1412 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $12 advance tickets | $15 day of show
More details: The New York post-punk project Taraneh is coming to Lincoln!
Thursday, February 19
Public Meeting: Northeast District Townhall
+ When: 6:30 pm
+ Where: Anderson Library Meeting Room, 3635 Touzalin Ave. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free and open to the public!
Saturday, February 21
Market: Authors & Artisans Market
+ When: noon to 4 pm
+ Where: Sower Books, 914 N 70th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free but there will be items to purchase!
More details: "Our Winter Market was such a hit, we’re doing another one! We can’t wait to showcase all the amazing local talent we have here in Lincoln, and would love to have you all show up and give them your support!"
Saturday, February 21
Outdoors: Protect the Prairie - Cedar Cut
+ When: 10 to 11 am
+ Where: 14th Street Entrance of Wilderness Park (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: "Eastern Red Cedar is a native species that likes to crowd out prairie plants when fire doesn't keep the cedars in check. Please join Friends of Wilderness Park and Lincoln Park and Recreation on a casual cedar cut ... Please wear gloves and long sleeves to protect your arms from cedar scratches. Waiver forms must be signed at the beginning of the event. Please bring bow saws and loppers if you have them. Tools will be provided if you don't have them. This cedar cut will be led by FWP board member, Bryan Mack."
Saturday, February 21
Party: Club 90s LA presents: Heated Rivalry Night
+ When: 9 pm
+ Where: Bourbon Theatre, 1415 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Tickets start at $28.27 (including online fees)
More details: "The viral party takes over Bourbon Theatre on 2/21 for the ultimate Heated Rivalry Night. Dance all night to HR edits, pop throwbacks, queer anthems, and nonstop high-energy hits. Photobooth, giveaways, and more."
Sunday, February 22
Outdoors: Winter Ruck & Roam
+ When: 2 to 3 pm
+ Where: 27th and Saltillo Parking Lot 8 (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: "Winter Ruck & Roam is a monthly community ruck/walk/hike through Wilderness Park, created to help people move, connect, and experience nature all winter long. Together, we'll explore the trails, build community between organizations, and enjoy the peaceful cold-weather beauty at one of Lincoln’s most treasured natural spaces."
Thursday, February 26
Books: Book Club - Just Desserts
+ When: 6:30 to 7:45 pm
+ Where: Bennett Martin Public Library, 4th Floor Auditorium, 136 S. 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
This month's theme: "The group will read and discuss the "McKenzie" series by author David Housewright, set in St. Paul, MN. Participants are encouraged to read any of the 22 volumes in the series-to-date. These will be discussed in broad, general terms, as group members will have read differing titles."
Thursday, February 26
Public Meeting: Telecommunications / Cable Television Advisory Board
+ When: 4:30 pm
+ Where: County/City Building, Room 303, 555 South 10th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free and open to the public!
More details: The Telecommunications / Cable Television Advisory Board advises the city on telecommunications policy. The agenda for this meeting has not yet been posted, but will be found here.
Sunday, March 1
Music: Ricky Chilton
+ When: 8 pm
+ Where: Duffy's Tavern, 1412 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $12 advance tickets | $15 day of the show | Buy tickets here
More details: Links to music and socials: bandcamp / spotify / linktree / insta
Wednesday, March 4
Books: "Let's Get Books Together" Book Club
+ When: 6:30 to 7:30 pm
+ Where: Gere Branch Library, 2400 South 56th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: A monthly discussion of LGBTQ+ books! This month's books are kids books: Grandpa’s Pride by Harry Woodgate; The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish by Lil Miss Hot Mess; I am Jazz! by Jessica Herthel
Saturday, March 7
Market: Indigenous Farmers' Market
+ When: noon to 5 pm
+ Where: Indian Center Inc, 1100 Military Rd. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free but there will be items to purchase!
More details: "Join us for a special indigenous farmers market sponsored by the UNL Tribal Extension Office. We will be selling soup, frybread and wojapi, as well as herbal hair oil, tallow cream, handmade jewelry and more!"
Friday, March 13
Music: The Velvet Daydream + The Groove Lagoon + Joyrager
+ When: 10 pm
+ Where: Duffy's Tavern, 1412 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $5 suggested donation
More details: Links to the bands' socials and music:
+ The Velvet Daydream: spotify / insta / website / linktree
+ The Groove Lagoon: spotify / insta / website / linktree
+ Joyrager: spotify / insta
Wednesday, March 18
Books: The B.Y.O.B. (Bring Your Own Books) Club
+ When: 6:30 to 7:30 pm
+ Where: Bennett Martin Public Library, 4th Floor Auditorium, 136 S. 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details from the library: "The B.Y.O.B. (Bring Your Own Books) Club is designed for people who like to gather with fellow book-lovers to discuss whatever they’ve been reading and enjoying lately, without the pressure of assigned reading. Each meeting is “themed,” so participants can select a title that matches the monthly theme."
This month's theme: "Let's celebrate the Oscars with our favorite page-to-screen adaptations!"
Saturday, March 21
Music: Social Cinema + alls + JACK
+ When: 8 pm
+ Where: Duffy's Tavern, 1412 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $5
More details: Some rad local bands! Links to their music and stuff:
+ Social Cinema: website / bandcamp / insta
+ alls: bandcamp / insta / linktree
+ JACK: spotify / insta / linktree
Sunday, March 22
Music: Pump Action + The Retrograde
+ When: 8 pm (doors) | 9 pm (show)
+ Where: Duffy's Tavern, 1412 O St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: $12 advance tickets | $15 day of show
More details: The Nashville indie pop band Pump Action and Florida rockers The Retrograde are playing Lincoln!
Thursday, March 26
Books: Book Club - Just Desserts
+ When: 6:30 to 7:45 pm
+ Where: Bennett Martin Public Library, 4th Floor Auditorium, 136 S. 14th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
This month's theme: "The group will read and discuss the 2024 thriller/suspense novel The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley, a stand-alone novel."
Thursday, March 26
Community Meeting: Solutions Briefing Rally
+ When: 6:30 to 8 pm
+ Where: Southwood Lutheran, 4301 Wilderness Hills (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: Organized by Justice in Action, an interfaith, grassroots coalition of faith communities in Lancaster County.
Wednesday, April 1
Books: "Let's Get Books Together" Book Club
+ When: 6:30 to 7:30 pm
+ Where: Gere Branch Library, 2400 South 56th St. (Google Maps)
+ Cost: Free!
More details: A monthly discussion of LGBTQ+ books! This month's books: Carmilla (the classic) by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu; and Carmilla: The First Vampire (the modern) by Amy Chu
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!
Thursday, April 30
Community Meeting: 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.