Community coverage through the eyes and ears of KZUM staff and volunteers
NEWS
Guide to Summer Stargazing around Lincoln
Branched Oak Observatory may not be open every evening or weekend, but they aim to open twice per month. Most of their events are called “Star Parties,” and are typically held around the new moon to allow for optimal viewing of galaxies, nebulas, star clusters, and other objects in the night sky.
Star City Pride to Host Their First In-Person Pride Parade
This Saturday, June 19, Star City Pride will be hosting their first ever in-person Pride Parade. The Star City Pride Festival will begin at 4 p.m. on Friday at Matt Lot on 8th and S Streets and will continue into Saturday following the morning parade. The weekend will feature 50+ vendors, interactive events, speakers, and entertainers.
Journey For Justice Festival Educates and Advocates via Lincoln’s Trail System
This Saturday, Stand in for Nebraska will be hosting the second bi-annual Journey For Justice event. This time around, the Spring weather will provide for a trail experience that is perhaps more comfortable, but equally meaningful.
Sunken Gardens 2021 “Ruby Slippers” Theme A Reminder There’s No Place Like Lincoln
Over the weekend, more than 60 volunteers helped install the annuals at Sunken Gardens for their Wake Up The Beds event. This year’s “Ruby Slippers” theme harkens back to the original intent of the gardens when it was created in the midst of the Depression: to provide something beautiful to the city of Lincoln in uncertain times, and to remind the community that there’s no place like home.
Give to Lincoln Day Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
The first Give To Lincoln Day exceeded all expectations. With just a little over 100 nonprofits participating in 2011, they reached their quiet goal of $1 million. Since then, the event has steadily grown. In 2020, a record $7 million was raised in the community from about 28,000 donations.
ART
During the Coronavirus, creatives rely on camaraderie
Lincoln is home to a multitude of art galleries which cater to the artists, students and residents in the community. As COVID-19 first began its spread, the galleries were forced to acclimate to the new realities that the pandemic presented. For many, the first months of uncertainty resulted in temporarily closed doors.
Photos: August 2019 First Friday
Every first Friday of the month in Lincoln, all the art and music venues put their best foot forward. Our intern was out on the scene and got some photos from many of our favorite galleries as well as music from The Bourbon and the Jerry Garcia Birthday Bash.
First Friday Calendar: August
First Friday is held on every first Friday of each month. It’s to showcase local businesses and art galleries around downtown Lincoln. Here is a list of upcoming events that are happening throughout the day on August 2nd, 2019. Be sure to use #LNKFF when you post pictures to share your night and don't forget about the awesome Bike LNK stations along the art walk as an alternative to walking!
Photos: First Friday July 2019
The First Friday of every month is a buzz in Lincoln. From several art galleries to concerts, there is no shortage of things to do. KZUM was out on First Friday and we were able to get some photos from the Parrish Studios.
First Friday Calendar – July 2019
First Friday is held on every first Friday of each month. It’s to showcase local businesses and art galleries around downtown Lincoln. Here is a list of upcoming events that are happening throughout the day on July 5th, 2019.
COMMUNITY
Photos: Skate Art Music Festival | The Bay 9.12.19
This year marks the fifth year of the Skate Art Music Festival at The Bay. The free and family-friendly event was held Saturday, Oct. 12 from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. This year welcomed the pro-skater Ryan Sheckler and The Sheckler Foundation to the annual gathering.
First Friday Calendar – October 2019
First Friday is held on every first Friday of each month. It’s a celebration to showcase local businesses and art galleries around downtown Lincoln. Here is a list of upcoming events that are happening throughout the day on October 4, 2019. Be sure to use #LNKFF when you post pictures to share your night and don't forget about the awesome Bike LNK stations along the art walk as an alternative to walking!
Community Crops: Feast on the Farm to be at Prairie Pines for an Evening of Local Food
The annual Community Crops Feast on the Farm will be held Saturday, August 24 from 5-8 p.m. at Prairie Pines. This will be the sixth year celebrating the best of local foods, prepared by the best of local chefs.
Ignite Lincoln returns Thursday with 11 speakers for 11th year
Five local nonprofits will benefit from the local speaking and ideas event. Photo: Ignite Lincoln Facebook.
Photos: Sunken Gardens Tour presented by ‘How’s It Growin’?’
Check out shots from Saturday's tour of the historic gardens.
Photos: National Night Out | F Street Community Center 7.6.2019
KZUM was live at the scene for National Night Out at the F Street Community Center. You can see photos from the event, below, and hear the Aug. 6 recording of the live broadcast featuring hosts Lou Braatz (Earth To Lincoln, Tues. 8-7 p.m.) and Slacker Dave (Thurs. 10-Noon) here.
KZUM’ 2020 Stransky Park Concert Series Performer Application
Apply by Dec. 31 to play the our summer concert series in 2020!
KZUM’s How’s It Growin’? presents local farm tour July 27
Join us on a local farm tour to ex [...]
First Friday Calendar – July 2019
First Friday is held on every first Friday of each month. It’s to showcase local businesses and art galleries around downtown Lincoln. Here is a list of upcoming events that are happening throughout the day on July 5th, 2019.
Clyde Malone Center’s Juneteenth Celebration to feature food music and fun on June 15.
Juneteenth began as a holiday to commemorate the announcement on June 19, 1865, that slavery was abolished. This holiday sparks many celebrations all across the country, including right here in Lincoln.