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2026-04-20T00:00:00-05:00
  • Orbital Odyssey II

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE, United States

    10 mile loop timed bike race starts at The Branched Oak Observatory field at 8AM on April 18th until racers completion.
    For information and registration to participate, go to https://www.bikereg.com/73653

  • Scout overnight

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE, United States
  • James Arthur Vineyards wine and star-gazing night (ticketed event)

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE, United States

    Come enjoy a variety of James Arthur Vineyard wines and charcuterie. Enjoy a private tour of the BOO grounds and a night sky presentation in the classroom, followed by a tour of the night sky, weather permitting. This is a ticketed event, tickets are $35 per person. Go to www.jamesarthurvineyards.com to purchase tickets.

  • Cub Scout Pack 461 Overnight

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE, United States

    Tentative Hold for Cub Scout Overnight.  Steve Jaworski is contact

  • Childrens Reading Circle

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE, United States

    Kids ages 3 to 8, to enjoy stories of earth and space followed by craft time, kids will be able to take home their craft when finished. Kids attending will be free of charge. General admission otherwise is $5 each person.

  • Mothers Day

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE, United States

    All Mom's and Grandma's enter free. Mom's of all 2 and four legged children:) Kids and other adults $5 each.

  • Cars n Stars and Tacos TOO! 2026

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE, United States

    Rev up your engines, folks! It’s time for a cosmic collision of Cars, Stars, and Tacos – the ultimate trio of awesome! And guess what? You’re the VIP guest on this cosmic road trip.

    Hop on board with your crew and join us on Saturday, May 16th for the most epic event of the season:

    Cars ‘n’ Stars and Tacos Too! We’re talking mind-blowing vehicles at the car show, tantalizing food flavors courtesy of TBA, finger-lickin’ BBQ from TBA, and ice-cold refreshments from TBA.

    But wait, there’s more! Dive into safe solar-viewing, snag some sweet raffle prizes, and gaze at the stars during an evening star party back at Branched Oak Observatory.

    This CAR SHOW part of this event is FREE, with optional food and raffle tickets to spice things up. Get those calendars marked because this is one ride you won’t want to miss!

    The Evening STAR SHOW is $10 for Adults, and $5 for Kids 5 to 15.

    Got a killer set of wheels you want to flaunt? Be a part of the action as a car show participant! No matter the make, model, or age, if your ride’s got that ‘wow’ factor, we want YOU at Cars ‘n’ Stars and Tacos Too! And who knows, if your road-wonder strikes the spectator’s fancy, you might win a People’s Choice Award (complete with a cash prize).

    For more information, click

    Locations For the Event:
    Car Show
    Sam's Club Lincoln North parking lot
    4900 North 27th Street
    1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (check-in begins at 10 AM for participants)
    Car Registration $20
    View Map

    Star Show
    Branched Oak Observatory
    14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE 68428
    8:00 PM – midnight. $10 for Adults, $5 for Kids.

    View Map

    Additional BOO Volunteers are encouraged to join if available.

    Confirmed volunteers to Sam's Club:

    Confirmed volunteers to the BOO:

    Volunteers: please check back here (as well as your messages) for event confirmation, cancelation, or postponement announcements.

  • Art Day at the BOO

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE, United States

    Come create your own art at the BOO.

  • Childrens Reading Circle

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE, United States

    Kids ages 3 to 8, to enjoy stories of earth and space followed by craft time, kids will be able to take home their craft when finished. Kids attending will be free of charge. General admission otherwise is $5 each person.

  • James Arthur Vineyards wine and star-gazing night (ticketed event)

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE, United States

    Come enjoy a variety of James Arthur Vineyard wines and charcuterie. Enjoy a private tour of the BOO grounds and a night sky presentation in the classroom, followed by a tour of the night sky, weather permitting. This is a ticketed event, tickets are $35 per person. Go to www.jamesarthurvineyards.com to purchase tickets.

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