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SUMMARY:Open Observing Hours - CLOSED FOR PRIVATE EVENT
DESCRIPTION:We will be CLOSED this evening for the Wine and Stargazing with James Arthur Vineyards Event.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/open-observing-hours-closed-for-private-event/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251012
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SUMMARY:American Kennel Club National Tracking Invitational Facility Rental
DESCRIPTION:The Cornhusker Kennel Club and Nebraska Kennel are hosting the American Kennel Club National Tracking Invitational at Branched Oak SRA and would like to use the Multipurpose Center at BOO as an HQ/Staging Area.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/american-kennel-club-national-tracking-invitational-facility-rental-2/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251012
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SUMMARY:American Kennel Club National Tracking Invitational Facility Rental
DESCRIPTION:The Cornhusker Kennel Club and Nebraska Kennel are hosting the American Kennel Club National Tracking Invitational at Branched Oak SRA and would like to use the Multipurpose Center at BOO as an HQ/Staging Area.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/american-kennel-club-national-tracking-invitational-facility-rental/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251011
DTSTAMP:20260520T234133
CREATED:20250523T073801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T214954Z
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SUMMARY:American Kennel Club National Tracking Invitational Facility Rental
DESCRIPTION:The Cornhusker Kennel Club and Nebraska Kennel are hosting the American Kennel Club National Tracking Invitational at Branched Oak SRA and would like to use the Multipurpose Center at BOO as an HQ/Staging Area.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/hold-for-american-kennel-club-national-tracking-invitational-facility-rental/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234133
CREATED:20250626T190820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T001318Z
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SUMMARY:Hunter Education Class
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/hunter-education-class-4/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T203000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234133
CREATED:20250626T190802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T192659Z
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SUMMARY:Hunter Education Class
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/hunter-education-class-3/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T220000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234133
CREATED:20250322T004629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T231112Z
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SUMMARY:Raymond James Customer Appreciation Party
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/reserve-for-raymond-james-customer-appreciation-party/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T220000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234133
CREATED:20241107T152902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T172307Z
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SUMMARY:Private Star Party - Gadzinski Family
DESCRIPTION:[This event was originally on November 9\, 2024\, but postponed due to weather] \nMetropolitan Community College Raffle Winner Anna Gadzinsky and her family will be joining us for a private star party. \nMichael and Kendra Sibbernsen of BOO will be facilitating the event and will be donating $125 to BOO for hosting.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/private-star-party-gadzinski-family-2/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T213000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234133
CREATED:20250523T080959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T080959Z
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SUMMARY:OLLI Visit #6 - Private Visit
DESCRIPTION:Event Category – Private Event \nOsher Lifelong Learning  Institute (OLLI) members and other guests will be visiting Branched Oak Observatory (BOO) for an unforgettable astronomical experience. They will meet experienced professional and amateur astronomers\, deepen their understanding of astronomy\, and see for themselves the deep-space wonders of the night sky.\n \nConfirmed Volunteers for the event: \nMichael Sibbernsen
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/olli-visit-6-private-visit/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250829T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250829T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234133
CREATED:20250205T093628Z
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SUMMARY:Wine and Stargazing with James Arthur Vineyards - Paid Registration Required
DESCRIPTION:Wine and Stargazing with James Arthur Vineyards \nSpend the evening at Branched Oak Observatory stargazing while sipping your favorite JAV wine. Tickets are $35/person (plus gratuity and fees) and include wine\, appetizers\, observatory admission. Tickets must be purchased IN ADVANCE. Tickets will NOT be sold at the observatory. \nRegistration Link: TBA
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/wine-and-stargazing-with-james-arthur-vineyards-paid-registration-required-3/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTSTAMP:20260520T234133
CREATED:20250205T192306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T210331Z
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SUMMARY:The 32nd Annual Nebraska Star Party At Merritt Reservoir - Outreach
DESCRIPTION: Private Special Event – Nebraska Star Party \nMembers of Branched Oak Observatory will be attending the Nebraska Star Party in Merritt Reservoir to both enjoy the phenomenal skies and to help with programming. \nIf you would be interested in attending the Nebraska Star Party\, please visit https://www.nebraskastarparty.org/ for additional information including event registration. \nConfirmed BOO Attendees / Volunteers For the Event:\nMichael Sibbernsen\nKendra Sibbernsen
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/the-32nd-annual-nebraska-star-party-at-merritt-reservoir-outreach/
LOCATION:Merritt Reservior\, Merritt Reservoir SRA\, Valentine\, NE\, 69201-1904\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234133
CREATED:20250626T205709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T205709Z
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SUMMARY:Astronomical Grace
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/astronomical-grace/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234133
CREATED:20250205T093540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T093540Z
UID:10001133-1751058000-1751065200@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:Wine and Stargazing with James Arthur Vineyards - Paid Registration Required
DESCRIPTION:Wine and Stargazing with James Arthur Vineyards \nSpend the evening at Branched Oak Observatory stargazing while sipping your favorite JAV wine. Tickets are $35/person (plus gratuity and fees) and include wine\, appetizers\, observatory admission. Tickets must be purchased IN ADVANCE. Tickets will NOT be sold at the observatory. \nRegistration Link: TBA
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/wine-and-stargazing-with-james-arthur-vineyards-paid-registration-required-2/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T223000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234133
CREATED:20250220T235210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T035515Z
UID:10001218-1750969800-1750977000@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:OLLI Visit #5 - Private Visit
DESCRIPTION:Event Category – Private Event \nOsher Lifelong Learning  Institute (OLLI) members and other guests will be visiting Branched Oak Observatory (BOO) for an unforgettable astronomical experience. They will meet experienced professional and amateur astronomers\, deepen their understanding of astronomy\, and see for themselves the deep-space wonders of the night sky.\n \nConfirmed Volunteers for the event: \nMichael Sibbernsen
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/olli-visit-4-private-visit/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T235900
DTSTAMP:20260520T234133
CREATED:20250410T013039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T211739Z
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SUMMARY:First Responders Appreciation Day – A Night Under the Stars to Honor Our Heroes
DESCRIPTION:Branched Oak Observatory Hosts First Responders Appreciation Day – A Night Under the Stars to Honor Our Heroes\n\n\n\nOn Sunday\, June 15th\, from 5 PM to midnight\, Branched Oak Observatory will proudly host its First Responders Appreciation Day—an evening dedicated to honoring the courageous individuals who serve our communities and the families who support them.\n\n\n\nThis special night is a heartfelt “thank you” to the men and women of Lincoln Fire and Rescue\, Lincoln Police Department\, Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office\, UNL Police\, and other local departments across southeast Nebraska.\n\n\nWhether you are active or retired—as a firefighter\, EMT\, paramedic\, dispatcher\, or law enforcement officer—you and your family are invited to join us for an unforgettable celebration under the stars. This event is also for the community that they serve.\n\n\n\nEvent Highlights Include:\n Live music by The Last Minute Band \n Special appearances by the 501st Legion Star Wars re-enactment group \n\n\n Delicious eats from a local food truck\n\n\n\n Full access to our array of telescopes\, including our 16″ and 11″ catadioptrics\, a 6″ APO refractor\, and the amazing 12″ RC in the Miller Astrophotography Research Center.\n\n\n\n Daytime activities: safe solar viewing\, hands-on “make-and-take” projects for kids\, and interactive astronomy presentations for all ages\n\n\n\n Don’t forget to meet “Mike the Meteorite”\, our real-life celestial traveler—you can hold a piece of space in your hands!\n\n\n\nAdmission Details:\nFree for all first responders (active duty or retired). $5 per family member / general public\,  age 5 and up.\n\n\n\n“This is more than just a night of appreciation—it’s a celebration of service\, sacrifice\, and community\,” says Matt Anderson\, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Branched Oak Observatory. “It’s our turn to serve those who serve us.”\n\n\nBranched Oak Observatory invites the entire community to come out\, connect\, and say: “We see you. We thank you.”\n\n\n\nLocation:\nBranched Oak Observatory\n14300 NW 98th St\, Raymond\, NE 68428\n\n\n\n Date & Time:\nSunday\, June 15th\n5:00 PM – 12:00 Midnight\n\n\nFor questions or group inquiries\, email  events@branchedoakobservatory.com or call  402-480-5515.\nVisit  www.branchedoakobservatory.com for event updates.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/reserve-first-responders-day-private-event/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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