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What: Fundraiser and Silent Auction to Benefit Final Salute, Inc.
When: Saturday, May 25th
Where: Keystone Tavern, 7821 Military Ave, Omaha, Ne
Silent Auction, Food, Raffles, and fun!
The purpose of this event is to showcase "The Woman Beyond the Uniform." CPT Kerri Brantley of the Army National Guard is competing in the Ms. Veteran America Pageant, and all the proceeds are going to the Final Salute Inc, which helps homeless female veterans and their families.
Auction items from Creighton University, Omaha StormChasers, Gregg Young Chevrolet, detail package, and numerous restaurants and Spas.
Follow Kerri on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/KerriB4MVA2013
Madonna School for Special Needs
What: Arby's in Nebraska City will be raffling a Custom Made Electric Guitar with all the proceeds going to the Madonna School For Children With Special Needs.
When: May 26th
Where: Arby's Store in Nebraska City
Information - Call Arby's at 402-873-5323
The Guitar was designed and built by Great Plains Guitars in Nebraska City, and donated for the raffle.
Summer Day Camps
What: Summer Day Camps
When: Beginning May 28th through August 9th from 7am to 6pm.
Where: 7 Locations around Lincoln. Air Park, Belmont, Bethany, Calvert, F Street, Goodrich, Irving and McPhee.
Activities: Swimming, Tennis, Canoeing, Gardening, Nature Walks, Field Trips, Yoga lessons and more.
In addition to full-day camps, a playground day camp is offered at Cripple Creek Park from 9am to noon.
Register for a week or for the whole summer. Most Camps meet weekly through August 9th.
For more information call 402-441-7952 or lincoln.ne.gov (key word: day camps)
Food Bank's Empty Bowls Luncheon
Details Coming Soon
Heart & Hands Juried Book Art Exhibition
What: Heart & Hands National Juried Book Art Exhibition.
Where: UNL's Love Library, 13th and R sts. The display is located on the second floor study area in the Love Library North.
When: On display now through May 31st.
Fifty-six artists submitted 82 works for the juried exhibition, and 47 works were accepted. The accepted works come from students in 18 states and Canada.
Public Forum Keeping Ex-Offenders Out Of Prison
What: Public Presentation & Forum On A Working Model To Keep Ex-Offenders Out Of Prison.
When; May 31st at 9am
Where:Trabert Hall (4th floor,) 2202 S. 11th
Contact Pastor Bob Bryan - 402-640-7145
Mr. Steve Thomas, President and CEO of Better Futures Minnesota, a project of Better Futures Enterprises will lead the presentation and forum. More information can be found at betterfutureminnesota.com
35th Annual Havelock Charity Run
What: 35th Annual Havelock Charity Run
When: June 1st at 7:30am
Where: Race Starts in front of the Pinnacle Bank at 6145 Havelock Avenue.
Early registration is done online at lincolnrun.org/races/havelock. Entry fee is $20 for both races. Online registration for teams is open until 11:59pm on Monday, May 27th. Individuals may also complete a late registration at the Friday early packet pickup location for $30.
Early packet pickup: Friday, May 31st from 10a-6:30P at Pinnacle Bank, 40th and South Street. Race Day Pickup: Saturday June 1st from 6:30- 7:00am at 62nd and Havelock Avenue.
Runners may enter either the 10k or 3k races. Both races finish in Havelock Park, where there will be fruit, bagels, and drinks for all to enjoy.
Lincoln Northeast High School Swimming & Diving
What: Lincoln Northeast High School Swimming & Diving Car Wash
When: Saturday, June 1st from 12pm-4pm
Where: Topper Popper 1402 N Cotner Blvd
Stop by and have your car washed for a free will donation. Proceeds will help cover travel and other expenses the team has throughout the season.
The Browns In Concert
What: The Browns In Concert
When: Saturday, June 1st at 7:30Pm
Where: Piedmont Park Church, 4801 A Streets, Lincoln, Ne
A true family affair when the Browns hit the stage with their gospel music. The Browns deliver a powerful message through word, song, and instrumentals that engage audiences of all ages.
The doors will open at 6:30 for this FREE concert hosted by Midwest Gospel Music. An offering will be taken. For additional information call 402-792-2450
Dismal River Golf Event
What: The Dismal River Golf Event
When June, 2, 2013, Sign in starts at 9a. Shotgun start at 10am
Where: Dismal River Golf Club, Mullen, Ne.
18 holes of open play...$200.00 Per Player. Cart included with Entry Fee. Hole Prizes, Gift Shop, Lunch & Beverages available.
If interested in participating, contact Rhonda Theiler at 308-284-6054
Proceeds go towards helping and promoting wellness programs and preventive care to under/uninsured children and families in our local communities through Sandhills District Health Department and Clinic.
American Red Cross Swim Lessons
What: American Red Cross Swim Program through Lincoln Parks and Recreation.
When June 3rd through August 2nd.
Online Registration is now available for swim lessons at parks.lincoln.ne.gov. (Select the "register online" button.)
The City's nine public pools will offer a variety of swim lessons from June 3rd through August 2nd. Classes are offered for all ages, including children as young as six months. Four two-week sessions are available Mondays through Thursdays. Morning and evening classes are offered. More information, including class descriptions is available at parks.lincoln.ne.gov (search: pools)
Added new this year, the ability for participants to sign up for text notifications of weather cancellations through Rainedout.net.
For assistance you can call or visit the Aquatics Office at the "F" Street Recreation Center, 1225 "F" from 8a to 4:30p, weekdays.
No Girl Should Be For Sale Walk
What: No Girl Should Be For Sale Walk
When: Saturday, June 8th. Registration is at 9am, and the walk starts at 10am.
Where 14th and Lincoln Mall (The State Capitol)
Register: On-line before June 8th at ivegotaname.com or in person at The Bay 2005 Y Street, Lincoln, Ne
Cost: &25, everyone who registers gets a "No Girl Should Be For Sale" t-shirt.
Accept the challenge: wear heals!
"I've Got A Name," is a local non-profit committed to fighting sex trafficking in Nebraska.
American Legion Havelock Spaghetti Dinner
What: American Legion Havelock Post 342 & Auxiliary Spaghetti Dinner.
When: June 9th 2013, 4:30pm to 7pm.
Where: VFW Post 131 Building, 5721 Johanna Road.
Free Will Offering
Community Health Endowment Meeting
What: Community Health Endowment Annual Meeting
When: June 12th, at 3pm
Where Bryan Medical Center, Bryan East Campus, Plaza Conference Center, 1500 S. 48th Street.
This year's meeting will feature Jay Parkinson, MD, MPH. Fast Company has called him the "Doctor of the Future", and one of the "Top 10 most creative people in health care," and Esquire called him one of the "Best and Brightest Radicals and Rebels Who are Changing the World.
The Event will also feature the presentation of the annual Horizon and Closing the Gap Awards. This event is free and open to the public. Please register to attend at http://cheannualmeeting2013.eventbrite.com/ or call 402-436-5516.
Face the World Foundation Volunteer Opportunity
Face the World Foundation (FTW) is currently registering volunteer host families now till 06/15/2013 for the Fall semester of high school. Host families provide a loving home, meals and a bed. FTW provides a Community Representative for the host family and the student during their time here in the USA. Make Dreams Happen! Contact Kathy at 952-837-0025 or email at kathy@facetheworld.org. Visit www.facetheworld.org
For the Troops
What: For the Troops Charity Event - Musicians United
When: Saturday June 15th, 2013 6:pm - 2am
Cost: $5.00 Ages 18+
Active Military & Guard - Free Admission
Where: Duggan's Pub, 440 South 11th Street
Scheduled to appear at this event are Nick the Stick, Closed for Repairs, Shot Down In Flames, Commander Kilroy, The V-Twin Band and the Third of July.
100% of the proceeds from the show will go to OPERATION HOME FRONT. www.facebook.com/events327204660739469/
Bridge of Hope Bike-A-Thon
What: Bridges to Hope Bike-A-Thon.
When: Saturday, June 15th, 2013 starting at 9am.
Where: Start at Bridges to Hope, 3107 S 6th, Suite 107 and go south on the Jamaica North Trail in southwest Lincoln. There are three different lengths - 22 miles, 14 miles, and an 8 mile family ride.
Entry Fee: $20 for individuals and $25 for families.
Riders are encouraged to solicit pledges from family, friends, church members and anyone else who is willing to contribute to this life changing ministry.
Register: bridgestohopene.org/events/bike-a-thon/ and download and print forms to mail in, or call 402-420-5695, and they send a registration form.
Go on-line to getmeregistered.com/BridgestoHope to register online. A small fee will be added for online registrations.
Bridges to Hope is a ministry for people recently released from prison who are making the transistion to community life.
20th Anniversary Celebration of the USS Nebraska 739
What: 20th Anniversary of the Commissioning of the USS Nebraska SSBN 739
When: June 15th, 2013
Where: Champions Club In Lincoln
The reception will begin at 3P, opening ceremonies at 4p, followed by a dinner buffet and socializing with crew members and fellow shipmates. At 6:30p there will be a program and closing ceremonies. The event is open to the public.
Admission is $30 and will include dinner, a commemorative champagne flute, opportunity to purchase challenge coins for the submarine and a special 20th Anniversary Coin, as well as items from the submarine such as ball caps and t-shirts.
For reservations, contact Lisa Lewis at 402-499-4918, or visit www.bigredsubclub.com. RSVP's required by May 31, 2013.
Vital Services Car Wash
What: Vital Services Car Wash & Lunch.
When: Friday, June 21st from 11:30pm to 1:30pm
Where: 2605 Fairfield Street.
Stop by and have your car washed for a free will donation, and purchase a hot dog, chips, and bottle water for $2. Proceeds will help cover the transportation cost for clients to attend activities through-out the year.
Lincoln Amateur Radio Club Field Day
What: Lincoln Amateur Radio Club Field Day
When Noon Saturday June 22nd through Noon Sunday, June 23rd.
Where: Lincoln's Mahoney Park, 70th & Fremont.
Watch Ham Radio Emergency Operation at Lincoln's Mahoney Park.
For more information contact Reynolds Davis 402-488-3706
Ceresco Day
What: Ceresco Day
When: Saturday, June 29th
Where: Ceresco
Starts in the morning with a Co-ed 18 & older kickball tourney fundraiser by the Ceresco Rec. Contact cerescorecboard@gmail.com for registration forms. $5 per person, registration deadline is June 12th.
Enjoy quilt and car shows. Participate in Chinese Horseshoe tourney hosted by the volunteer fire department. The Parade starts at 4:45. After the parade a petting zoo in the park, pony rides, bounce house & patriotic music. There will be a street dance featuring the Nashville Rejects & a fireworks show at sundown. Food vendors & concession stands open throughout the day. Check out facebook pages for a full line up of events & times. Keyword; Ceresco Days & Ceresco Rec.
Run/Walk to Support BackPack Program
What: Run/Walk To Support Food Bank of Lincoln's BackPack Program
When: Saturday, June 29th at 9a
Where: Holmes Lake
Early registrations are now being accpeted on-line until June 15th at backpack.com. Runner entry fees are $24 for individuals, $80 for four-member teams, and children under 12 run free. After June 15th on-line registration fees are $36 dollars for individuals, $128 for four-member teams, with children running free.
Gretna Knox out Childhood Cancer
Gretna Knox out Childhood Cancer
Who: Gretna Optimist Club, Anytime Fitness Gretna, and the Metro Area Youth Foundation.
What: 1st Annual Gretna Knox out Childhood Cancer 5k Run/Walk & Fun Run.
When: Saturday, June 29th, 5k starts at the Gretna Park at 9a.
Adult 5k, $25 Pre Registration, $30 Day Of Registration.
Kids Run, $10 Pre Registration, $15 Day of Registration. Includes registration T-shirt, and lunch.
Register Online: www.summerbashforccc.org
There will be a 5k BBQ in the park including 5k Run, Raffles, Food, Games & Entertainment for Families and Adults
The event is in memory of Knox Thomas Lewis, who lost his battle with Rhabdomyosarcoma at 13 months of age.
Trinity United Methodist Church Vacation Bible School
What: Trinity United Methodist Church Vacation Bible School
When: July 8th to July 12th
Where: Trinity United Methodist Church, 7130 Kentwell Lane, One block east of 56th and Pine Lake Rd in the Village Gardens Neighborhood.
This will culminate with their annual Rock the Village Event, A free family fun fair!
For more information contact Laurie Fraser at laurie@trinitylincoln.org
Christian Business Business Men's Connection Golf Classic
What: 2013 Christian Business Men's Connection Golf Classic
When: Monday, July 22nd, 2013. Registration begins at
Where Wilderness Ridge Country Club
Cost: Individual Golfer...$125
Team....$450
Speaker for Tournament will be Former Husker, Brett Byford. Brett is a football chaplain, and prison minister. He is a spiritual adviser to the Cornhusker and to Criminals.
Please go to www.cbmclincoln.com for information on sponsoring this event, and the complete schedule.
Food Bank's Dine Out To Help Out
Details Coming Soon
Dodgeball Tournament to benefit Soliders
What: Dogeball Tournament to Benefit Soliders who are Victims of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
When: September 28th
Where: Spikes Sports Bar and Grill.
Proceeds from the dodgeball tournament will be going directly and entirely to the United States War Veterans PTSD Foundation. Go to www.ptsddodgeball.org
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