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Learn about Nebraska’s history of lawlessness during the early years of statehood, through original narrative poetry and music (guitars and vocals). Discover Nebraska’s obscure, colorful, complex characters and situations of the Western Movement from a sister duo who grew up along “Nebraska’s Outlaw Trail Scenic Byway Highway 12.” These Nebraska Humanities presenters have incorporated their rural experience and research to provide an educational yet entertaining look at Doc Middleton (Nebraska’s Robin Hood), Kid Wade, outlaw wives, and the situation of “frontier law:” rustlers vs. vigilantes.

Enjoy a live, virtual presentation by Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo. Learn from a zoo educator and caretaker about the elephant herd. Meet the elephants from the public viewing platform, then virtually journey to the non- public areas of the Elephant Barn for a tour behind the scenes. Discover how the animal care staff trains and enriches the lives of Nebraska’s largest zoo residents. Learn about the care of the five elephant babies now at the zoo.

Enjoy a live, virtual presentation by Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo. Learn from a zoo educator and caretaker about the elephant herd. Meet the elephants from the public viewing platform, then virtually journey to the non- public areas of the Elephant Barn for a tour behind the scenes. Discover how the animal care staff trains and enriches the lives of Nebraska’s largest zoo residents. Learn about the care of the five elephant babies now at the zoo.

Growing numbers of Americans believe that extraterrestrial aliens have landed on Earth. Over the past year alone, the Department of Defense collected nearly 500 reports of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena, formerly known as UFOs. While most of these were quickly resolved, some cases remain unexplained. Explore both theory and evidence for the idea that aliens have crossed the vast oceans of space to visit our planet. We will consider the Fermi Paradox, the Drake Equation, and the Rare Earth Hypothesis; we will give time to the sociology of UFOlogy; and we will consider the evidence for and against claims of alien presence. All are welcome to enroll, but spot checks for human DNA may be performed.

Growing numbers of Americans believe that extraterrestrial aliens have landed on Earth. Over the past year alone, the Department of Defense collected nearly 500 reports of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena, formerly known as UFOs. While most of these were quickly resolved, some cases remain unexplained. Explore both theory and evidence for the idea that aliens have crossed the vast oceans of space to visit our planet. We will consider the Fermi Paradox, the Drake Equation, and the Rare Earth Hypothesis; we will give time to the sociology of UFOlogy; and we will consider the evidence for and against claims of alien presence. All are welcome to enroll, but spot checks for human DNA may be performed.

Dance Fitness is perfect for older adults who want to add some movement to their lives but would like to adapt the easy-to-follow choreography to their own fitness levels. You will be encouraged to do what works for you and will be shown options for raising and lowering the intensity. In the process, you’ll move to great show tunes, standards and world music while improving your balance, brain function and cardiovascular endurance. Wear comfy clothing and come prepared to move. And yes, you can dance in a chair.

Tai Chi is a widely practiced physical and mental exercise form that originated from ancient Chinese martial arts. This class builds on Tai Chi Part 1. We will train in more complex skills that comprise the second portion of the classic Yang ‘solo routine’ that is the foundation for daily self- practice. Those who have taken Tai Chi Part 1 or with prior Tai Chi experience are welcome.