Thursday   

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.

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.

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.

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.