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NEWS
Jazz In June returns to the campus of University of Nebraska-Lincoln for 28th season
Every Tuesday of June celebrates the art of Jazz at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Jazz in June celebrates its 28th season this year with audiences expected to exceed 4,000 weekly.
Community Crops Annual Garden Gala on June 8
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3rd Annual Lincoln Beer Tour running now through Dec. 31
Craft beer connoisseurs are beginning to partake in the Lincoln Convention & Visitors Bureau’s 3rd annual Lincoln Craft Beer Tour that goes through Dec. 31.
Unchain My Art festival bringing 27 performers to five downtown venues June 1
The benefit for KZUM will feature performers from across the state and region, including Chicago's First Jason. Your $5 cover gets you into all five venues and directly benefits KZUM.
Local Resale Shop Celebrates 40 Years
Omt! Divine Resale opened its doors for the first time in 1979 and is celebrating 40 years this year.
ART
June 2019 First Friday Calendar
First Friday is a night each month full of great art and music. We have compiled a list of upcoming shows you might enjoy as part of your First Friday art walk.
Photos: March First Friday
Photos from the First Friday Artwalk from March 1, 2019.
Art Beat: Jimmy Lee Hill-Krug Finds Creative Release in Interpretations of Those They Idolize
KZUM's Art Beat shines a spotlight on one artist with a showcase or gallery during Lincoln's First Friday Art Walk. This Art Beat covers Jimmy Lee Hill-Krug and their showcase at Jake's Cigars.
First Friday Calendar: March 1
KZUM wants to support local art by providing a list of First Friday events happening in and around downtown on Friday Mar. 1.
Photos: February First Friday
Feb. 1 marked the monthly first Friday art walk that brought visual art, live music and more to downtown Lincoln and across the city. Check out shots from events at Tugboat Gallery, The Aliens, Gallery 23, Ill of Cups, Red Eye and more.
COMMUNITY
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.
Downtown Lincoln Association to hold first ever Downtown Family Day on June 15
On June 15 the Downtown Lincoln Association is holding the first ever Downtown Family Day. This free event is held at Tower Square, where families will be able to enjoy the day with fun activities.
Rise Up!: The Star City Pride Festival returns Friday and Saturday
This year marks the 13th year of Star City Pride here in Lincoln. Every year Star City Pride puts on a celebration in support of the LGBTQA+ community. Pride brings together Lincoln’s community whether allies or members to raise awareness of equality.
Big Red Worms open house to be hosted by ‘How’s It Growin’?’ this Saturday
Meet the worms and get a firsthand look at the vermicomposting operation while learning more about composting and sustainable farming, as well as techniques to improve your garden soil fertility, water retention, and soil warming.
Lincoln Calling to hold Give To Lincoln Day Party at Duffy’s Backlot
The Lincoln Calling Duffy’s Backlot Party will be held May 18 at Duffy’s Tavern in Lincoln to help the nonprofit festival, Lincoln Calling, raise money for Give to Lincoln Day.
Shirts 101 celebrating 25 years on Thursday with ribbon cutting, open house
Production facility tours and free T-shirts will be offered for guests who attend the anniversary ceremony, which is open to the public.
Photos: Lincoln Unites 5.10.19
A celebration of Lincoln's cultural diversity, the event welcomed the public to enjoy international food, a film festival, booths, a citizenship ceremony, live music and dance performances.
Zipline House Party Closes Beer Week 2019
Lincoln Beer Week officially started last Friday with events happening all across the city. The week will end Saturday with a free Zipline House Party at Zipline Brewing’s parking lot.
CROPS annual plant sale running through Saturday afternoon
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Photos: How’s It Growin’? Nature Walk | Wilderness Park 4.13.19
Bob Henrickson of Hows It Growin'? hosted a hike through Wilderness Park as part of the How's It Growin'? Garden Talks and Nature Walks series.