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KZUM News – 07.02.2022
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KZUM News – 06.25.2022
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KZUM News – 06.18.2022
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KZUM News – 06.11.2022
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KZUM Year End Reviews
We have some Year End lists from our Programmers. This includes some favorite music, music-books, and even an essay from our old friend, Jack of Hearts.
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
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.
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.