The Sister Project art display

Nebraska State Capitol 1445 K St., Lincoln, NE, United States

The top three student submissions chosen by a judging panel are being recognized during a reception in the State Capitol rotunda.

PURPLE film screening & discussion at First-Plymouth

First-Plymouth Church - Mayflower Hall 2000 D St., Lincoln, NE, United States

At a time of immense division, PURPLE tells the story of Americans with opposing viewpoints confronting their disagreements head-on and discovering the concerns and experiences that lie behind ... Read more

Identifying Community Assets for Civic Health

First-Plymouth Church 20th & D streets, Lincoln, NE, United States

Civic Nebraska is partnering with First Plymouth Church to provide two listening sessions around the guest lecture from Donna Hicks. The first session on April 24 will provide an overview of how identifying assets in our communities can strengthen civic health.

Housing Advocates Potluck

Educare Lincoln 3435 N. 14th St., Lincoln, NE, United States

This potluck is for Lincolnites who care about affordable, safe, and accessible housing to get to know one another and discuss housing topics that are important to them and that may inspire future advocacy projects and collaborations. 

Otis Young Lecture Series on Religion and Ethics: DIGNITY

First-Plymouth Church 20th & D streets, Lincoln, NE, United States

Join us and First-Plymouth Church in Lincoln in welcoming Donna Hicks, Ph.D., an associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard, an award-winning author, and an internationally renowned authority on dignity.

$10

Essential Elements of Dignity and Civic Engagement

F Street Community Center 1225 F St, Lincoln, NE, United States

Civic Nebraska is partnering with First-Plymouth Church in Lincoln to provide two listening sessions around the guest lecture from Donna Hicks. The second session, on May 8, will reflect on the lecture and examine the intersection of dignity and civic engagement.

Film Screening & Community Conversation: Housing

Bennett Martin Library 136 South 14th Street, Lincoln, NE, United States

Join us for a discussion alongside Lincoln residents, housing advocates, and stakeholders as we view a story featured in Gabriella (Parsons) Nova's 2020 film "BEHIND ON RENT," followed by breakout discussions and a group idea harvest on tackling housing insecurity in Lincoln.

Civic Saturday: HOME FREE

First-Plymouth Church - Mayflower Hall 2000 D St., Lincoln, NE, United States

Intense polarization. A sense of disconnection from the place we call home. Feelings of hopelessness and powerlessness. Across all pockets of the country – including Nebraska – many of ... Read more

Strengthening Democracy Awards 2024

Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts 1300 Q Street, Lincoln, NE, United States

Join Civic Nebraska in honoring five outstanding Nebraskans who strengthen our democracy in remarkable ways. We invite you to join us for an evening celebrating the power of collective voice with Tennessee Rep. Justin J. Pearson, whose experience being ousted from office for using his voice speaks to the urgency of being loud and clear – even in the face of oppression.

Locations

After School Programs

  • Sherman Elementary School

    5618 N 14th Ave.
    Omaha, NE 68110

  • Lewis and Clark Middle School

    6901 Burt St.
    Omaha, NE 68132

  • Lothrop Magnet Elementary

    3300 N. 22nd St.
    Omaha, NE 68110

  • Campbell Elementary School

    2200 Dodge St.
    Lincoln, NE 68521

  • Lincoln High School

    2229 J St.
    Lincoln, NE 68510

  • Lincoln Northeast High School

    2635 N. 63rd St.
    Lincoln, NE 68507