Figure skating is my favorite part of the Winter Olympics. I remember as a child watching Katarina Witt glide her way to a gold medal and Scott Hamilton performing his amazing backflip on the ice. I always wanted to skim across the ice like the Olympic athletes, but there were few dedicated places to ice skate while growing up in rural Nebraska in the 1980s – except for … [Read more...]
“Detour Nebraska” Top Local Destinations To Add To Your 2018 Travel Bucket List
Detour Nebraska: Historic Destinations & Natural Wonders by Gretchen Garrison of Lincoln is a comprehensive guide to historic and unique destinations across Nebraska. (Read more about Gretchen here). It is organized by seven geographic regions: Metro Region, Pioneer Region, Lewis and Clark Region, Sandhills Region, Frontier Trails, Prairie Lakes and Panhandle. Gretchen … [Read more...]
15 Magical Family Christmas Events Across Nebraska
SantaLand in Creighton Through Dec. 31, 6-10 p.m. Life-sized shadowboxes depict Santa’s Next Stop, Winter Wonderland and a Nativity Scene. Santa's workshop will be open from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. each day from Saturday, Dec. 6, through Tuesday, Dec. 23. Christmas at Union Station Through January 7 at Omaha’s Durham Museum. Largest indoor Christmas tree, holiday concerts and … [Read more...]
Trunk or Treats, Monster Bash and Other Top Picks For Nebraska Family Halloween Fun This Weekend
Visit a Nebraska Pumpkin Patch! See the guide to attractions around the state in the 2017 Nebraska Family Magazine Pumpkin Patch Guide. Boo at the Zoo, Lincoln Children's Zoo, Lincoln. Trick or treat at the zoo, Oct. 27-30. Spooktacular at the Henry Doorly Zoo, Omaha. Visit the zoo after hours for trick or treating and fun interactive activities, Oct. 27-29. Trunk or … [Read more...]
NASA Mom Encourages Science & Engineering Opportunities for Kids at Kearney Area Children’s Museum
An outdoor classroom, STEM studio and refurbished music and drama area are just a few of the new attractions at the Kearney Area Children’s Museum. With frequently updated exhibits, an active staff and board of directors that includes a NASA research scientist and tons of fun events throughout the year, the Kearney Area Children’s Museum offers one of the best places around … [Read more...]