Events

Ahead of the Backyard Farmer recording, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and the Nebraska Invasive Species Council will host the second annual Know Your Nebraska Invasives Day. This free, family-friendly event will feature hands-on activities, games and outdoor experiences.

You're invited to be part of the audience for a live recording of Backyard Farmer. Travel to the scenic Platte River corridor near Gretna as host Kim Todd and a panel of Nebraska Extension experts answer your lawn and garden questions!

Join us as we broadcast our weekly arts and entertainment radio program live from The Mill in the Historic Haymarket. This event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. CT.

In partnership with Sheldon Museum of Art, ECHO Collective and Nebraska Public Media, join us for a special screening of the ECHO Collective episode from the award-winning series “What If ...” hosted by Mike Tobias. Following the screening, guests will hear from featured entrepreneur Mo Nimic and ECHO Collective founder Kelly Ross during a conversation about creativity, entrepreneurship and community impact in Nebraska. This free event is open to the public, and registration is encouraged.

A special presentation exploring the role of women during the American Revolution, presented by Janie York.

Join Nebraska Public Media for a special Volleyball 101 event, featuring Assistant Husker Volleyball Coach Brennan Hagar. During the hour-long event, guests will hear from Nebraska Assistant Volleyball Coach Brennan Hagar about his work with the Husker Volleyball team. Hagar will also host a film breakdown session to get an inside look at what strategies we’re employing and what the coaches are seeing on the court followed by a question and-answer session with the audience. Light breakfast provided.

A special presentation exploring the role of women during the American Revolution, presented by Janie York.

Join us for a live broadcast of our weekly arts and entertainment radio program featuring music and conversation celebrating arts and culture in southeast Nebraska. Guests will enjoy a preview of the Nebraska Harp Retreat, a performance by Julie Smith Philips of the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, music from the Bel Canto Duo, live poetry readings and more. This event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. CT.

Join us for a special screening of "500 Mile Sculpture Garden", a 1976 documentary produced by Nebraska Public Media exploring Nebraska’s visionary I-80 Bicentennial Sculpture Project. The archival film follows the project from artist selection through public debate and the dedication of the sculptures on July 4, 1976, capturing the collaboration and controversy surrounding contemporary public art in Nebraska. This event is free and open to everyone. Registration is encouraged.

Join us for part two of a special evening celebrating America 250 and the 50th anniversary of Nebraska's iconic "500 Mile Sculpture Garden". This panel discussion brings together artists, historians and project leaders who played key roles in shaping and preserving this landmark public art initiative. This event is free and open to everyone. Registration is encouraged.

A special presentation exploring the role of women during the American Revolution, presented by Janie York.

A special presentation exploring the role of women during the American Revolution, presented by Janie York.