Tour the exhibition “Elsewhere / The Prairie Was Ours” with Elizabeth Burden, an artist who engages in artistic archivy, blending multidisciplinary studio work with social practice to reflect on the past/ present/future. Born and raised in Lincoln, Burden is the great-granddaughter of the first Black homesteaders in Nebraska, Henry and Mary Burden. After the tour, Burden will lead a story-sharing activity; participants are encouraged to bring an old family photo to share.
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Learn how quiltmakers responded to the rapidly changing political, social, and technological landscape during the period from 1870 to 1970. Discover how they embraced new developments: abundant factory-produced fabrics, more affordable sewing machines, and widely available commercial kits and patterns. Following the presentation, enjoy a gallery tour through the exhibition “American Creativity: 1870s to 1970s,” which showcases the immense creative output of American quiltmakers during a time of equally immense change.
Join a lively conversation with a composer, conductor, and director as they reveal how music, story, staging, and voice come together to create the magic of opera. Gain insider insight into the collaboration and creativity behind one of the world’s most powerful and enduring art forms.
Billy’s is named after William Jennings Bryan located close to the Nebraska State Capital building in the “Noble-Dawes House” built in 1887. The “Noble-Dawes House” has been the home to Billy’s Restaurant since 1986. Enjoy a fabulous lunch at this iconic Lincoln restaurant while you learn about the history of the house and Chef Nader Farahbod’s career.
Join OLLI on an autumn tour of arts and culture in Nebraska’s own Alps! We’ll visit Schuyler’s historic Oak Ballroom to learn about this WPA gem, then view the St. John’s Bible, a hand illuminated masterpiece housed at the St. Benedictine Center. Next, we will enjoy a traditional Czech lunch of roast pork, dumplings, sauerkraut and kolaches at Abie’s Place in Abie. Then we’ll head to the new quarters of the Bone Creek Museum of Agrarian Art in David City. Finally, we’ll stop at Junto Wine near Seward to enjoy the beautiful views and local wine.
This course is back by popular demand. Discover how Nebraska Public Media—home to PBS and NPR in the state—brings trusted storytelling, educational resources, and cultural programming to audiences across Nebraska. This session features an inside look at television and radio production, a tour of the facility and mobile production truck, and a special look into the archives, showcasing how public media continues to innovate and serve communities statewide.
Relax the body and soothe the mind from the comfort of your own home in a remote yoga experience. All you need is a chair with no arm rests and some comfy clothes or pajamas. Expect gentle mobility, breathing techniques, and mindful movement to improve sleep quality, reduce stress and enhance overall well-being.
Since 1982, Operation Smile has provided hundreds of thousands of free surgeries to children with cleft and other facial conditions. Starting in 1985, students in Operation Smile Clubs worldwide have been given the opportunity to play an active role in awareness, fundraising, and education. Learn about this amazing organization and get an insider's view of what happens on these life changing missions.
Discover how the sun converts mass into energy and why replicating it on Earth is neither possible nor useful. Trace the atomic age from fission weapons to modern nuclear power, exploring why we cannot simply copy the H-bomb for electricity. Analyze the pros and cons of potential pathways to fusion, meet the leading companies driving today's industry, and examine recent investments that are shaping the future of clean energy.
With 50 percent of all cycling accidents happening due to riders losing control of their bike, prevent that from happening to you by strengthening your bike handling skills and knowledge. Geared toward people of all riding abilities who want to gain confidence riding in urban settings, preview optional on-line material on traffic safety before class, then spend time in class on parking lot drills and riding Lincoln’s bike infrastructure.
General Dwight Eisenhower had five months to assemble forces and equipment, train and plan the D-Day invasion into France. On June 4, 1944, during an intense rainstorm, he had to decide whether to launch or delay. Failure was not an option. This course examines the planning and preparation leading up to the decision. Become immersed in the complexity and emotional burden of what some describe as the most critical decision of the Twentieth Century.
Art Zygielbaum's parents were Holocaust survivors. Art, wife Chris, son David and Beth Dotan from the UNL Harris Center traveled to Poland to connect to his Polish roots. They visited the places his family lived, concentration camps and Jewish museums. In recognition of Art’s grandfather, they were hosted by the Polish Secretary of State and the mayor of Chelm. Art will discuss the trip, its profound impact, and its implications for today.
Use your kayaking skills to explore one of the many state recreation lakes around Lincoln. Spend the afternoon paddling at Pawnee Lake and Middle Creek, which feeds this reservoir and will provide a great opportunity to see birds and other wildlife. This class is targeted toward paddlers who have participated in one of the previous kayaking classes. All kayaking equipment is provided. You must provide your own entry fee into State Recreation Area.
Join in meditation, breath-work, balance, and mindful movements to reconnect your mind, body, and spirit. Class is for all levels, but poses will include a variety of positions requiring students to get on/off the floor. Instructor will provide modifications as needed. Learn some yoga tidbits to use in your future practice both on and off your mat. No equipment is needed but a yoga mat is encouraged. Consult with your physician prior to participating.
Learn the history of light and lighting and its effects on human health and sleep. Discover light sources and their development including modern LEDs and LASER lights. Explore the impact of light color mix and its effect on behavior and comfort.
This class is structured for the student who has no or little knowledge of the game of bridge, and for those who played it years ago and need a refresher. We will cover how the game is played, bridge vocabulary, basic Standard American bidding, and basic card play. There will be opportunities to play hands that will illustrate what has been taught in class. The students will dictate how fast the class will move.
Join us for a tour and lunch at the Abbott House for a magical experience. The Abbott House of Mystery, located in Omaha’s Field Club Historic District, is a 1913 Craftsman bungalow once owned by legendary magician David P. Abbott. Purchased by illusionist Teller (of Penn & Teller) and the Omaha Magical Society, it has been restored as a venue for magic history. Lunch will be from Jimmy John’s and include assorted sandwiches, chips, grapes, cookies and water.
What should you pay for Medicare? Break down the real numbers and bottom-line costs of your healthcare options. Learn which Medicare expenses remain fixed, which ones change annually, and how to calculate your true out-of-pocket exposure. We will bypass the confusing jargon to look strictly at the dollars and cents, giving you the mathematical clarity needed to budget effectively in retirement.
Join us for a visit to St. Cecilia Catholic Cathedral located in the Gold Coast District of Omaha. Learn about the history, architectural style, and see some of the artwork in the Cathedral’s collection. After the tour, we will be able to go to the Cultural Center and explore the exhibits, see the museum, and visit the gift shop.
Few prevention initiatives directly address how aging, social isolation, and ageism can increase suicidal thoughts among older adults. To help fill this gap, the Nebraska State Suicide Prevention Coalition has provided a 2025-2026 mini grant to the University of Nebraska Emeriti and Retirees Association (ERA). With these funds, the ERA launched a suicide Prevention education program. Learn about available resources, ways to recognize suicide warning signs and strategies for supporting individuals who may be considering suicide.
“Cosi fan tutte” (literally "Thus do they all" or "Women are like that") is a witty Italian comic opera composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart with a libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte. First premiered in Vienna in 1790, this satirical romantic comedy revolves around a bet to test the fidelity of two engaged sisters. We'll listen to highlights, discuss the opera's history, structure, musical elements, and explore how it fits into the broader world of opera.
Learn how starting with one cell followed by forty rounds of cell division leads to a baby made of trillions of cells. This journey relies on special chemical signals and cellular "talk" that happens only during development, never to be used again in adult life. A PBS video will show this incredible process in action, making the complex science of birth easy to see and understand.
Learn directly from Tom Osborne about the positive impact of mentoring in his life, the founding of Teammates Mentoring Program, and the program’s mission to positively impact the world. In addition, discover the highlights of the Lincoln chapter’s work and the ongoing need for mentors, and hear from OLLI members about their experiences mentoring through TeamMates.
We will visit four houses of worship in Lincoln. The speaker at each location will give an overview of the congregation’s beliefs, traditions, and practices. A tour of the facility may also be included. A tour of the facility may also be included.
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