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Visit and tour UNL Rogers Memorial Farm where the history of this half section, no-till research farm will be explored from post-civil war federal property to ownership by the Rogers' family. In 1947, it was bequeathed to UNL where the university remains responsible for oversight of conservation activities. Over time, changes in agriculture and land utilization shifted attention from equipment to soil health and this farm has responded with ongoing research projects and university classes.

Discover how researchers at UNL are unlocking the secrets of the canine mind. Explore the Many Dogs Project and ongoing work in the Department of Psychology and Center for Brain, Biology and Behavior. Learn how scientists study dog cognition and behavior—and what these findings reveal about how dogs think, learn, and connect with humans.

Discover how researchers at UNL are unlocking the secrets of the canine mind. Explore the Many Dogs Project and ongoing work in the Department of Psychology and Center for Brain, Biology and Behavior. Learn how scientists study dog cognition and behavior—and what these findings reveal about how dogs think, learn, and connect with humans.

Deceit, hidden identities, and love triumphant are only the beginning of Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare.  Come share in one of the greatest comedic plays ever written.  Couples Benedick and Beatrice & Claudio and Hero navigate the feelings of new love but are derailed by the bitter and conniving Don John.  The show concludes with a post-performance question and answer period for OLLI attendees.

Learn about the great work being done at Boys Town. Discover how Boys Town programs developed and how they continue to change the way America cares for children and families. Tour the Boys Town Hall of History Museum and the Father Flanagan House Museum, which is the former residence of the founder, Father Edward Flanagan. Enjoy lunch at the Boys Town Overlook Café. Discover how they fulfill their mission of saving children, healing families, and strengthening communities.

Buzz into the fascinating world of some of the most social of all insects. From honeybees to bumble bees, we will explore the caste system, the journey to becoming a queen, and the communication methods within and between colonies. Join us as we discover the differences and similarities among these marvelous creatures while learning how to better understand their myriad strategies for collective well-being.

Buzz into the fascinating world of some of the most social of all insects. From honeybees to bumble bees, we will explore the caste system, the journey to becoming a queen, and the communication methods within and between colonies. Join us as we discover the differences and similarities among these marvelous creatures while learning how to better understand their myriad strategies for collective well-being.

How do our neighbors from different religious traditions understand death, grief, and end-of-life rituals? Faith leaders from across the Lincoln community will share perspectives on beliefs, practices, and ways to offer care and respect.

Find additional information about the program here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Id7DNztCNzlsknPNQqb-LP36nLGMN7hg/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=117015420167708648636&rtpof=true&sd=true

How do our neighbors from different religious traditions understand death, grief, and end-of-life rituals? Faith leaders from across the Lincoln community will share perspectives on beliefs, practices, and ways to offer care and respect.

Find additional information about the program here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Id7DNztCNzlsknPNQqb-LP36nLGMN7hg/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=117015420167708648636&rtpof=true&sd=true

If you’ve ever enjoyed a theatrical performance, you know decisions were made about costumes and props. Discover the Great Plains’ largest costume and prop library at Nebraska Wesleyan University, and how thousands of garments, accessories, and specialty pieces support campus and community productions. Learn how costumes are selected, built, altered, stored, and preserved, and hear stories about memorable shows and creative problem-solving.

Join us on a nature walk to talk native gardening in a relaxed, fun, social atmosphere. This tour will highlight the native Nebraska-style landscape on the April Sampson Cancer Center campus. Discover the different types of prairie and native plants, what they look like, the benefits of using them, and how to incorporate these important plants into your home or business landscape. Be ready to walk and/ or stand the entire time.

The Chocolate Season Chocolaterie and Coffee Shop handcrafts delicious moments in the form of delightful bakery products. Midsummer is an ideal time to reconnect with OLLI friends over coffee or tea and a tasty kolache or scone. Enjoy meeting the owner and learning how the business began and what goes on behind the scenes. Feel free to purchase coffee or additional baked goods as well.

Explore the history and mission of the Sister Servants of the Holy Spirit of Perpetual Adoration, the first cloistered community in Lincoln. Commonly known as the “Pink Sisters” for their rose-colored habits, these nuns have lived a quiet life of prayer and adoration at Christ the King Chapel since 1973. Learn about their life of silent contemplation and their spiritual impact on the local community and global missions. Also enjoy a brief tour of the chapel and areas nearby.

Advance your home yoga practice through dynamic sequences that integrate meditation, breathwork, and mindful movement. This course emphasizes flowing asanas to enhance balance, strength, and flexibility, fostering a deeper mind- body connection. Designed for those with prior Hatha or Vinyasa experience or completion of OLLI Gentle Yoga. A yoga mat is recommended; please consult your physician before participating.

Gain insights needed to navigate tariffs, legislative gaps, shifting market prospects and the impact on farm incomes and state revenues. Agricultural producers in 2026 face complex challenges with ongoing trade volatility and policy uncertainty. We will analyze the livestock sector, specifically the cattle cycle and impacts of the Tyson plant closure, then evaluate agricultural policy impacts on farm and ranch decisions. We conclude with an examination of crop marketing and the 2026 grain outlook.

Gain insights needed to navigate tariffs, legislative gaps, shifting market prospects and the impact on farm incomes and state revenues. Agricultural producers in 2026 face complex challenges with ongoing trade volatility and policy uncertainty. We will analyze the livestock sector, specifically the cattle cycle and impacts of the Tyson plant closure, then evaluate agricultural policy impacts on farm and ranch decisions. We conclude with an examination of crop marketing and the 2026 grain outlook.

Let’s share a view of Albion, the homeland of “English literature,” its languages, dialects, literary genres, and media of communication over the ages. From stone/bronze-age “statements” in architecture, Celtic and Roman invasions, the arrival of Anglo-Saxons and Norse, the Norman conquest, War of the Roses, Oxford University, Civil War and Glorious Revolution, the Industrial Revolution, World Wars, and the Beatles! We will revisit as many as we can, with samples and pictures.

Recreational kayaking is a great lifetime activity and way to explore and enjoy the lakes in the Lincoln area. This class will introduce you to the basics of kayaking and safety measures so you can start enjoying this new activity on your own. All kayaking equipment is provided.

In July 1922, William Jennings Bryan, “The Great Commoner,” donated his home to the Lincoln Methodist Association for the site of a new hospital. The historic landmark still stands at the current Bryan Health East Campus, where it was once atop a hill and offered a “fair view” of the Prairie Capitol and its adjacent farms. Join OLLI friends to tour this historic residence restored to its early 1900’s grandeur.