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SUMMARY:Cornhusker Bank Visit
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URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/cornhusker-bank-visit-2/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T223000
DTSTAMP:20260430T131357
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SUMMARY:Southeast Community College Course - Exploring the Summer Skies
DESCRIPTION:Exploring the Summer Skies – A Backstage Tour of Branched Oak Observatory \nA Southeast Community College Continuing Education Course at Branched Oak Observatory \n  \nJoin Professor Sibbernsen\, Co-Founder of Branched Oak Observatory\, for an indoor program exploring the constellations and celestial objects hidden within the Spring Skies. Afterwards\, head up to the telescope facilities for a behind-the-scenes look at how the equipment operates and then find for yourself the objects mentioned in the program (weather permitting). Class includes a one year Family Membership to Branched Oak Observatory. \nMORE INFO SOON
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/southeast-community-college-course-exploring-the-summer-skies/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Registration Required,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240609T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240609T170000
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CREATED:20240607T021242Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Hours - Tonight's Topic - Stelar Origami
DESCRIPTION:Tonight we start our Summer hours. Each weekend we will have a special topic or theme regarding the activities we will be doing. \nTonight’s topic\, for Saturday June 1st is “Stories of the Zodiac.”
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/summer-hours-tonights-topic-stelar-origami/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T131357
CREATED:20240130T002141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T002154Z
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SUMMARY:Outreach Presentation - The Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project - MSRAL
DESCRIPTION:Event Category – Private Outreach Event \n  \nBranched Oak Observatory’s Michael and Kendra Sibbernsen will be presenting a lecture on The Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project for the 2024 Mid States Region Astronomical League (MSRAL) Conference. The conference will be held at Mahoney State Park. The program will be a 45 minute program in the afternoon with a 15min Q&A / Bathroom break between sessions. Schedule to be announced. \n  \nIf you are interested in attending the conference\, registration can be found at https://msral2024.org/ . \n  \n 
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/outreach-presentation-the-nationwide-eclipse-ballooning-project-msral/
LOCATION:Mahoney State Park
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T230000
DTSTAMP:20260430T131357
CREATED:20240607T021041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T142234Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED Summer Hours - Tonight's Topic - Adults and Kids Coloring Night
DESCRIPTION:Out of an abundance of caution for our guests and Summer staff\, we have decided to CANCEL tonight’s (Friday\, June 7th) indoor and outdoor activities due to the risk of strong thunderstorms in the area. Although the Saturday night forecast looks overcast currently (i.e. a low chance of observing)\, we do plan on being open with ample indoor activities available for the family.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/summer-hours-tonights-topic-adults-and-kids-coloring-night/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T220000
DTSTAMP:20260430T131357
CREATED:20240606T224132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T224132Z
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SUMMARY:Cornhusker Bank Visit
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URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/cornhusker-bank-visit/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T230000
DTSTAMP:20260430T131357
CREATED:20240530T215601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T215601Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Hours - Tonight's Topic - Stories of the Zodiac
DESCRIPTION:Tonight we start our Summer hours. Each weekend we will have a special topic or theme regarding the activities we will be doing. \nTonight’s topic\, for Saturday June 1st is “Stories of the Zodiac.” \n 
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/summer-hours-tonights-topic-stories-of-the-zodiac/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240531T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240531T230000
DTSTAMP:20260430T131357
CREATED:20240530T215154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T215154Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Hours - Tonight's Topic - Meet the Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:Tonight we start our Summer hours. Each weekend we will have a special topic or theme regarding the activities we will be doing. \nTonight’s topic\, for Friday May 31st is “Meet the Volunteers.”
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/summer-hours-tonights-topic-meet-the-volunteers/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T170000
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CREATED:20240418T071155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T000458Z
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SUMMARY:Malone Center Visit
DESCRIPTION:Contact person: Karla Brown @ Malone Center for staff training. 15 adult staff members to visit arriving at 2:30\, ending at 5PM. We will give a tour\, some programming to introduce to the Branched Oak Observatory and information about what the kids will have available for their visits later this summer. We will also have some safe solar viewing. Committed staff are Michael Sibbernsen\, Matt Anderson and Carol Wells.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/malone-center-visit-053024/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240525T200000
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CREATED:20240520T200811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240525T192523Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Memorial Day Weekend Star Party - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:CANCELED\nUPDATE 2: This Event has Been CANCELED Due to Weather. \nUPDATE 1: We will have a pre-emptive “Rain Date” event on Friday\, May 24th for this event. \n \nEVENT CATEGORY: General Public Event – Open To EVERYONE. \nMemorial Day Weekend Star Party  | Fun for Friends and Family \nThis Memorial Day Weekend\, gather your friends and family for an unforgettable night under the stars at Branched Oak Observatory! Whether you’re an experienced stargazer or a curious beginner\, this is your chance to explore the wonders of the universe through our powerful telescopes. We will open the doors at 8PM\, with observing starting about 9:15PM. We will close at 11PM. Come anytime between those hours and stay as long as you would like until closing. There is no cost for this event\, but a donation of $5 for each visitor is suggested and greatly appreciated. \n🔭 Discover the Cosmos: \n\nGalaxies: Witness the majestic beauty of distant galaxies.\nNebulae: Marvel at the colorful clouds of gas and dust.\nStar Clusters: Get lost in the dazzling arrays of stars.\n\nEvent Highlights: \n\nExpert guides to enhance your stargazing experience\nMultiple telescopes for varied celestial views\nInteractive astronomy talks and Q&A sessions\n\nFire up your sense of wonder and join us for an evening that promises to be both educational and magical. Refreshments will be available to keep you energized as you journey through the night sky. \nLet’s explore the universe together at Branched Oak Observatory. See you under the stars! \nConfirmed Volunteers: \nMichael Sibbernsen
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/memorial-day-weekend-star-party/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T131357
CREATED:20240519T050656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T050823Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly BOO Board Meeting
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URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/3219/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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