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Pop-Up: Freeze Drying for Fun and Profit

Saturday, April 11, 2026 - 9:00am Runs daily until

Discover the Magic of Freeze Drying! Ever wondered how astronauts enjoy tasty meals in space or how hikers pack lightweight, flavorful food for long adventures? The secret is freeze drying – a fascinating process that locks in taste, texture, and nutrition while removing moisture. Unlike traditional drying, freeze drying uses low temperatures and a vacuum to turn ice straight into water vapor, leading to minimal heat damage and nutrient loss! From fruits and veggies to full meals, freeze drying makes food shelf-stable, easy to store, and simple to rehydrate.

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

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This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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Pop-Up: Freeze Drying for Fun and Profit

Sunday, April 12, 2026 - 9:00am Runs daily until

Discover the Magic of Freeze Drying! Ever wondered how astronauts enjoy tasty meals in space or how hikers pack lightweight, flavorful food for long adventures? The secret is freeze drying – a fascinating process that locks in taste, texture, and nutrition while removing moisture. Unlike traditional drying, freeze drying uses low temperatures and a vacuum to turn ice straight into water vapor, leading to minimal heat damage and nutrient loss! From fruits and veggies to full meals, freeze drying makes food shelf-stable, easy to store, and simple to rehydrate.

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Day Without Shoes Drive

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Nebraska Innovation Campus is a proud partner for the annual "Day Without Shoes" event. Organized by People's City Mission and Cornhusker Bank, the event aims to collect new or used wearable footwear for people in need. From April 6-17, NIC Partners and the Lincoln community are encouraged to bring new or wearable used shoes to Nebraska Nova's office (Suite 1100 | Entrance A | north most building) between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on weekdays.

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

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This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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Day Without Shoes Drive

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Nebraska Innovation Campus is a proud partner for the annual "Day Without Shoes" event. Organized by People's City Mission and Cornhusker Bank, the event aims to collect new or used wearable footwear for people in need. From April 6-17, NIC Partners and the Lincoln community are encouraged to bring new or wearable used shoes to Nebraska Nova's office (Suite 1100 | Entrance A | north most building) between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on weekdays.

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

to Runs daily until

This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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2026 NSRI Fellows Conference

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2026 NSRI Fellows Conference

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Day Without Shoes Drive

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Nebraska Innovation Campus is a proud partner for the annual "Day Without Shoes" event. Organized by People's City Mission and Cornhusker Bank, the event aims to collect new or used wearable footwear for people in need. From April 6-17, NIC Partners and the Lincoln community are encouraged to bring new or wearable used shoes to Nebraska Nova's office (Suite 1100 | Entrance A | north most building) between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on weekdays.

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

to Runs daily until

This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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2026 NSRI Fellows Conference

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2026 NSRI Fellows Conference

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Food Trucks at NIC

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Step away from your desk and enjoy lunch outdoors this April! Join us every Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. The food truck will be parked along N. 21st Street in front of the NIC Plaza. April 1 - Harper Smokehouse April 8 - The Tastee Trailer April 15 - Ybor April 22 - Kouzina April 29 - Harper Smokehouse

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NIRMA Spotlight Seminar Series

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Day Without Shoes Drive

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Nebraska Innovation Campus is a proud partner for the annual "Day Without Shoes" event. Organized by People's City Mission and Cornhusker Bank, the event aims to collect new or used wearable footwear for people in need. From April 6-17, NIC Partners and the Lincoln community are encouraged to bring new or wearable used shoes to Nebraska Nova's office (Suite 1100 | Entrance A | north most building) between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on weekdays.

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

to Runs daily until

This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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Nebraska Innovation Campus Blood Drive

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American Red Cross will be at Nebraska Innovation Campus on Thursday, April 16 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. NIC Partners and Lincoln community are encouraged to donate blood. Every day, blood donors help patients of all ages: accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those battling cancer. In fact, every two seconds, someone in the U.S.

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Day Without Shoes Drive

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Nebraska Innovation Campus is a proud partner for the annual "Day Without Shoes" event. Organized by People's City Mission and Cornhusker Bank, the event aims to collect new or used wearable footwear for people in need. From April 6-17, NIC Partners and the Lincoln community are encouraged to bring new or wearable used shoes to Nebraska Nova's office (Suite 1100 | Entrance A | north most building) between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on weekdays.

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

to Runs daily until

This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

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This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

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This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

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This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

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This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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Better Process School for Acidified Foods Workshop

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 - 9:00am

The Food and Drug Administration's regulations in 21 CFR 108, 113, and 114 became effective May 15, 1979. These regulations are designed to prevent public health problems in low-acid and acidified low-acid canned foods.

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

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This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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Better Process School for Acidified Foods Workshop

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - 9:00am

The Food and Drug Administration's regulations in 21 CFR 108, 113, and 114 became effective May 15, 1979. These regulations are designed to prevent public health problems in low-acid and acidified low-acid canned foods.

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Food Trucks at NIC

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Step away from your desk and enjoy lunch outdoors this April! Join us every Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. The food truck will be parked along N. 21st Street in front of the NIC Plaza. April 1 - Harper Smokehouse April 8 - The Tastee Trailer April 15 - Ybor April 22 - Kouzina April 29 - Harper Smokehouse

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

to Runs daily until

This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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Raikes School Design Studio Showcase

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

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This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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Raikes School Design Studio Showcase

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

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This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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Lincoln Earth Day

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Lincoln Earth Day is a free event designed with the whole family in mind! There will be 50+ booth exhibitors, live music, local food vendors, a bike rodeo and a city wide clothing swap. Grab your friends, family and coworkers and enjoy this Earth Day celebration! More info: https://lincolnearthday.org/.

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

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This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food

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Completing this course is one way to meet the requirements for a “preventive controls qualified individual” (PCQI). Under FDA regulations, the responsibilities of the PCQI include overseeing the preparation of a food safety plan, validation of preventive controls, records review, and reanalysis of the plan, as needed. The fee for this workshop is $700 per person which includes the certificate once you have completed the course. You will need to purchase your own FSPCA Book and Workbook prior to the course.

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A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition

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This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter that can feel unsettling or uncomfortable. Through detailed depictions of bodies, hands, and skulls, Scott examines the inevitability of death - an aspect of life he believes should be embraced rather than feared. His work invites viewers to reconsider their perceptions, finding grace and harmony in themes often associated with discomfort.

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