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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:20240612T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T223000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240227T053328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T053609Z
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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:20240614T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T220000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240612T012815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T012815Z
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SUMMARY:Cornhusker Bank Visit
DESCRIPTION:
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T153000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240612T014107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T014107Z
UID:10000232-1718802000-1718811000@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:Cancelled-Malone Center Visit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/malone-center-visit-041924-2/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240111T185705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T001501Z
UID:10000192-1719397800-1719408600@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:Campus Life Tour
DESCRIPTION:Campus Life \nContact: Renee Peterson <reneep@yfclincoln.org> \n60 students (11-14 years old) with youth sponsors \nWill bring sack lunches \nArrival 10:30\, depart 1:30 \nDivide the group into 3 groups \nActivities: Devotional to start with the whole group\, tour\, programming/hands-on meteorites\, solar viewing\, hands-on craft activity \nConfirmed Volunteers: David Dickinson \nNOTE: Confirm Summer Crew assistance.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/campus-life-tour/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T230000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240623T184052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240623T195317Z
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SUMMARY:NO GENERAL PUBLIC / SUMMER HOURS TONIGHT
DESCRIPTION:  \nNOTICE: There will be NO SUMMER HOURS (General Public Observing) Tonight\, Friday June 28th. \nWe will be having a PRIVATE EVENT with James Arthur Vineyards. If you are interested in this event\, please visit https://jamesarthurvineyards.com at look for “Wine and Stargazing.” We would LOVE to have you join. \nFREE General Public / Summer Hours will start again tomorrow night on Saturday June 29th from 7PM to 11PM.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/no-general-public-summer-hours-tonight/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T230000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240614T171934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T171934Z
UID:10000696-1719608400-1719615600@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:James Arthur Vineyards
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/james-arthur-vineyards/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240707T010754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240707T011048Z
UID:10000709-1720292400-1720299600@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:CLOSING AT 8PM Due to Weather
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/closing-at-9pm-due-to-weather/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240707T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240707T220000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240626T005934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T231809Z
UID:10000705-1720378800-1720389600@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:Girl Scout Troop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/girl-scout-troop-2/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T223000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240227T053450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T163415Z
UID:10000206-1720643400-1720650600@branchedoakobservatory.com
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. Afterward\, 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. \nOnline Sign-up through Southeast Community College can be found here… \nhttps://webadvisor.southeast.edu/WebAdvisor/WebAdvisor?TOKENIDX=9505720961&SS=2&APP=ST&CONSTITUENCY=WBCE \n  \n  \nMichael Sibbernsen \n 
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/southeast-community-college-course-exploring-the-summer-skies-2/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Registration Required,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240716T093000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240401T213206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T234436Z
UID:10000224-1721120400-1721122200@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:Girls Inc. Eureka! Summer Outreach - Michael Sibbernsen
DESCRIPTION:Michael Sibbernsen will be visiting the Eureka! Summer Camp to present “Inside the Summer Sky” . \nNote to Michael. Follow-up 1 week prior and double-check time and location.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/girls-inc-eureka-summer-outreach-michael-sibbernsen/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T234500
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240701T205732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T213444Z
UID:10000708-1721210400-1721259900@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:SPARK group visit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/spark-group-visit/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T230000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240227T052359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T160603Z
UID:10000203-1721250000-1721257200@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:CANCELED Southeast Community College Course - Introduction to Astrophotography Part One
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE: This Class Has Been Canceled by SCC because the minimum of 10 students was unfortunately not met.\nWe will try again in the future!\n  \nCapturing Starlight – Introduction to Astrophotography \nA Southeast Community College Continuing Education Course at Branched Oak Observatory \nJoin Professor Sibbernsen\, Co-Founder of Branched Oak Observatory\, on an exploration of the methods for photographing the wonders of the night sky. From widefield and lunar/planetary photography to the imaging of deep-space wonders\, you will learn about the equipment and techniques needed to start your journey down this incredible hobby. No special equipment is needed to join the class\, but you are encouraged to bring your own mobile phone and a DSLR if available. *Actual nighttime astrophotography will be weather permitting. \nMORE INFORMATION TO COME \n[/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/southeast-community-college-course-introduction-to-astrophotography-part-one/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Registration Required,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T220000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240715T230216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T230216Z
UID:10000714-1721329200-1721340000@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:Randy Rankin and family
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/randy-rankin-and-family/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240623T195603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240623T195603Z
UID:10000703-1721980800-1722013200@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:NO GENERAL PUBLIC / SUMMER HOURS TONIGHT
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE: There will be NO SUMMER HOURS (General Public Observing) Tonight\, Saturday July 26th. \nWe will be having a PRIVATE EVENT with the Nebraska Sustainable Agriculture Society. They are offering a tour of a local farm followed by a visit to Branched Oak Observatory. \nWe will post additional information about this event if you are interested in joining. \n  \nFREE General Public / Summer Hours will start again tomorrow night on Saturday July 27th from 7PM to 11PM.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/no-general-public-summer-hours-tonight-2/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T230000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240623T201139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240714T211702Z
UID:10000704-1722020400-1722034800@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:Nebraska Sustainable Agriculture Society - Farm Tour and Branched Oak Observatory Visit
DESCRIPTION:This space will be updated when all information from the visiting group has been gathered.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/reserve-date-for-the-nebraska-sustainable-agriculture-society-farm-tour-and-branched-oak-observatory-visit/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240803
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240210T204355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T204422Z
UID:10000201-1722124800-1722643199@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:The 31st Annual Nebraska Star Party At Merritt Reservoir
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\nDavid Dickinson\nBrett Boller\nBrian Sivill
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/the-31st-annual-nebraska-star-party-at-merritt-reservoir/
LOCATION:Merritt Reservior\, Merritt Reservoir SRA\, Valentine\, NE\, 69201-1904\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T235900
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240210T205039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T205039Z
UID:10000202-1722384000-1722470340@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:Michael and Kendra Sibbernsen to Present at Nebraska Star Party
DESCRIPTION: Private Special Event – Nebraska Star Party \nMichael and Kendra Sibbernsen will be presenting at NSP on the Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Program. \nTime TBD
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/michael-and-kendra-sibbernsen-to-present-at-nebraska-star-party/
LOCATION:Merritt Reservior\, Merritt Reservoir SRA\, Valentine\, NE\, 69201-1904\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240809T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240809T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240712T230043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T230043Z
UID:10000711-1723230000-1723235400@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:Outreach Presentation - The Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project - AKSARBEN Amateur Radio Club
DESCRIPTION:  \nEvent Category – Private Outreach Event \nBranched Oak Observatory’s Michael and Kendra Sibbernsen will be presenting a lecture on The Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project for the AKSARBEN Amateur Radio Club in Omaha\, Nebraska.  The program will be a 45 minute program with a 15min Q&A \n7pm business meeting 7:30 program at the American Red Cross\, 2912 S 80th Ave. Omaha.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/outreach-presentation-the-nationwide-eclipse-ballooning-project-aksarben-amateur-radio-club/
LOCATION:American Red Cross 2912 S 80th Ave
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240809T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240809T233000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240807T012420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T012420Z
UID:10000715-1723237200-1723246200@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:Nature of Nightfall Outreach at Platte Valley State Park
DESCRIPTION:The “Nature of Nightfall” event will be taking place at Platte River State Park (14421 346th St\, Louisville\, NE 68037). Between 5 and 10:30 they will be having 2 dozen naturalists at 10 different stations delivering programming for upwards of 250. Brian Sivill of Branched Oak Observatory will be presenting a general Astronomy program at 9:00PM in the Mallet Lodge Nature Center. \nIf the weather cooperates\, after the program\, Brian Sivill and Matt Anderson will take the group for a walk to tennis courts OR an adjacent open field  both about 5 minutes from Mallet Lodge\, for observing. Michael Sibbernsen will join you two after completing an earlier program in Omaha. \n  \nNote to Brian and Matt: You will probably want to arrive early enough to check out the area and set up equipment. You may want to bring your own power cord\, HDMI cords\, and any other adaptors. The program should last around 30 minutes to 45 at most. If cloudy out\, this would be the conclusion of our activities. \n  \nNote to BOO Volunteers– We could definitely use 1-3 more observation-capable astronomers to help with this. Please contact Matt or Michael if you can help out. \n 
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/nature-of-nightfall-outreach-at-platte-valley-state-park/
LOCATION:Platte River State Park
CATEGORIES:Special Outreach Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240810T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240811T020000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20231207T042839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240810T172421Z
UID:10000178-1723327200-1723341600@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:CANCELED - Perseid Meteor Shower Late Night Star Party
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE: After looking at the weather forecast for tonight\, we have made the difficult decision to go ahead and CANCEL the Late Night Perseid Meteor Shower Star Party. Meteor Shower observations require the very best of sky conditions and tonight’s cloud cover and low transparency predictions simply do not provide that. Further\, we will be changing our Summer Hours from 11PM to 10PM tonight for INDOOR activities for those who would still care to stop out.\nPerseid Meteor Shower LATE NIGHT Star Party \n\nThe Perseid Meteor Shower is going to be a good one this year thanks to a moonless night (during our observing hours). Although the actual “high point” of the shower is early the following week\, our weekend star party should yield a good number of shooting stars.\n\n\n\nFor this event\, we will combine our regular Summer Hours activities starting before the Sun goes down\, with an extension into the early morning hours when the odds for shooting stars will be greatest. Visit anytime between 7PM and 2AM and stay as long as you want.\n\n\n\nBetween 7 and 9PM\, families can enjoy activities in the classroom\, and tours of our grounds. Observing will begin around 9PM\, with visitors having the opportunity to see galaxies\, nebulae\, and star-clusters through our different telescopes. As the evening progresses\, the radiant (the apparent origin) of the meteor shower will rise higher in the northeast increasing the probability of additional and brighter meteors.\n\n\n\n– The event will begin Saturday evening at 7pm\, and the sky-park will remain open until 2am Sunday morning.\n\n\n– Feel free to come anytime between 7pm and 2am (the later the better for meteor hunting). Lay back\, relax\, and stay as long as you would like.\n\n\n– Bring your own lawn chairs\, Zero-g chairs\, blankets\, pillows\, etc. Bring your own cooler\, refreshments and snacks.\n\n\n– Although the meteors will be the “(shooting) star of the show”\, we will have our various telescopes trained on dozens of beautiful objects throughout the evening.\n\n\n\nThis event is weather-dependent. If the skies are not cooperating\, observations may be difficult or impossible. PLEASE check our Facebook Page PRIOR to visiting for potential cancelations and general updates regarding the event.\n\n\n\nSee here for the location of Branched Oak Observatory.\nhttps://tinyurl.com/BOO-Location-Map\n\n\n\nHOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!\n\n\n\n\nThis event is FREE. Donations are appreciated ($5 per person is recommended).\nNo Registration is Required\nOpen to Everyone\nArrive Anytime Between the Times Given\nStay for the Entire Event or As Long As You Want\nNo Park Permit Required\nNo Telescope Needed-  (You are\, however\, welcome to bring your own equipment)\n\n\n\n\n\nBackground:\n\n\nThe Perseid Meteor Shower is caused when the Earth passes through the debris leftover by Comet Swift-Tuttle. These tiny remnants enter Earth’s atmosphere and produce a beautiful light show. The high point of the meteor shower is predicted between the 11th and the 14th of August and may yield as many as 90 meteors per hour. The “radiant” for the shower is in the constellation of Perseus found low in the northeast. Perseus is the Greek hero who flew in on the back of Pegasus and dispatched the Kraken sea monster using the head of Medusa and saving Andromeda the Princess.\n\n\nConfirmed BOO Volunteers and Summer Staff For the Evening:\nMichael Sibbernsen \nAdditional BOO Volunteers are encouraged to join if available. \nVolunteers: please check back here (as well as your messages) for event confirmation\, cancelation\, or postponement announcements.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/perseid-meteor-shower-late-night-star-party-2024/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Public Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240830T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240830T230000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240614T172213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T091010Z
UID:10000697-1725051600-1725058800@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:Wine and Stargazing with James Arthur Vineyards
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. \nTicketsjamesarthurvineyards.ticketspice.com/wine-stargazing-083024
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/james-arthur-vineyards-2/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240901T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240901T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240830T160740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T160740Z
UID:10000722-1725188400-1725210000@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:Labor Day Weekend SUN-Day
DESCRIPTION:To help celebrate Labor Day Weekend\, we will be opening up the facility this “SUNday” for a special observing opportunity. Between the hours of 11am and 5PM\, you will get a chance to *safely* view our closest star\, the Sun\, through special solar telescopes.\n\nEven if it is cloudy\, come on out to see our amazing exhibits\, and wonderful astronomy library.\n\n\nConfirmed Volunteers: Michael Sibbernsen
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/labor-day-weekend-sun-day/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240815T102515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T202246Z
UID:10000719-1725721200-1725728400@branchedoakobservatory.com
SUMMARY:Brownie Troop Badge Visit
DESCRIPTION:Contact: Julie Zrust (zrust@dcscouts.org). \nEleven Brownie girls with sponsors for brownie badge programming\, tour and solar viewing. \nConfirmed volunteers: Carol Wells\, Rihanna Clark and Ana Eriksen. \nBase cost $125. Siblings or parents that accompany will ass $5 each above 25 total guests.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/hold-date-for-brownie-troop/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T230000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20240322T185143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T190513Z
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SUMMARY:MFS Investments - Private Event
DESCRIPTION:Contact: Andrew Kritikos \n50+ guests expected. Galaxy presentation in the multipurpose center. Wine and appetizers from a vineyard will be brought in for food/drink/presentation. \nConfirmed volunteers: Matt Anderson\, Michael Sibbernsen\, Paul Spieker \n 
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/save-date-mfs-investments/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T230000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063108
CREATED:20231207T073026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T170639Z
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SUMMARY:International Observe the Moon Night
DESCRIPTION:🌕 Join Us for a Moonlit Adventure at Branched Oak Observatory! \nGet ready for an out-of-this-world experience in celebration of International Observe the Moon Night! We’re throwing a Star (or should we say Moon?) Party from 8 to 11 pm\, and it’s going to be a blast! \n✨ What’s in Store? \nStargazing Galore: Head outside to our observing field or step into our observatory buildings for jaw-dropping views of the Moon\, Saturn\, and some of the brighter deep space wonders. It’s a celestial showcase you won’t want to miss! \nWalk on the Moon (Sort Of!): Our incredible 25-foot “Giant Moon Map” from the Buzz Aldrin Foundation will be laid out for you to explore. Take a stroll across the lunar surface and discover the fascinating history of the Lunar Landings with our knowledgeable Moon-map educator. \nSnap a Pic with an Astronaut: Keep an eye out for our costumed Astronaut roaming the grounds\, ready for epic photo ops that are truly out of this world! \nMoon-Themed Fun Inside: Step into our Kunkel Family Multipurpose Center for an array of Moon-related activities. Enjoy live presentations\, hands-on experiences\, and a special display of Apollo mission and ISS exhibits\, straight from the Johnson Space Center. \nDelicious Eats: Arrive early and treat yourself to mouthwatering dinner options from “Chi Style Kitchen” caterers. It’s the perfect way to fuel up for a night of lunar exploration! \nWhether you’re an astronomy enthusiast or just looking for a unique evening under the stars\, this event promises to be an unforgettable adventure. Mark your calendars and bring your curiosity—because the Moon is calling\, and the night is yours to explore! 🚀 \n\nThis is a FREE event\, but donations are very much appreciated ($5 per visitor is suggested).\nNo Registration\nOpen to Everyone\nArrive Anytime Between the Times Given\nStay for the Entire Event or As Long As You Want\nNo Park Permit Required\nNo Telescope Needed – You are welcome to bring your own equipment!\n\nConfirmed BOO Volunteers For the Evening:\nMichael Sibbernsen\, Matt Anderson\, Ana Eriksen\, Jaxzen Marshall (Astronaut Photo Op). \nAdditional BOO Volunteers are NEEDED. \nVolunteers: please check back here (as well as your messages) for event confirmation\, cancelation\, or postponement announcements.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/international-observe-the-moon-night-2024/
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:20240921T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063109
CREATED:20240713T211316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T002616Z
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SUMMARY:Cosmos & Cocktails Outreach Event - State Museum
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Branched Oak Observatory crew will be heading to Morrill Hall – The State Museum for their Cosmos & Cocktails event to help publicize the facility and our amazing StarBQ on September 28. \nWe will post a link to make reservations for this event soon. \nBOO Staff. Set up BOO display table or two to advertise our facility and the StarBQ. We will need some NASA giveaways\, star map printouts\, a few meteorites\, and maybe even a raffle prize. Let’s set up a couple of Seestars out on the sidewalk for observations after 8:15 and catch the guests leaving the evening. Arrive at 5PM for set-up. \n  \nMichael and Matt are confirmed and signed up with the university.  Brian and Carol have also been pre-signed up with the university but should only attend IF their schedule allows.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/cosmos-cocktails-outreach-event-state-museum/
LOCATION:UNL Morrill Hall – State Museum\, 645 North 14th Street\, Lincoln\, 68588-0338
CATEGORIES:Private Outreach Event,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063109
CREATED:20240922T183643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T183643Z
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SUMMARY:Special Sunday Open House Hours 4-7PM
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/special-sunday-open-house-hours-4-7pm/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T230000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063109
CREATED:20231207T073929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T212527Z
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SUMMARY:10th Annual Fall StarBQ
DESCRIPTION:The 10th Annual Fall Star-B-Q\nSponsored by ALLO Fiber of Lincoln\n\nBranched Oak Observatory is pleased to announce our 10th Annual Fall Star-B-Q on Saturday\, Sept. 28th\, 2024. 5PM to 11PM.\n\n*No Registration Required*$5 Per Person Admission – Max $20 for Conjugal Family + Grandparents*Arrive Anytime Between 5 and 11PM*Stay for the Entire Event or As Long As You Want*No Park Permit Required*No Telescope Needed – (But are welcome to bring your own equipment!)\n\nThe Empire Strikes Back… Again!\n\nBy popular demand\, the 501st Legion- Central Garrison (a Star Wars anachronism group)\, will be BACK for this year’s StarBQ. You will see Stormtroopers and other nefarious Star Wars characters roaming the grounds. Luckily for us\, however\, there will also be costumed representatives from the Rebel Legion and maybe even the Mandalorian Mercs to keep those bad guys in-check! Bring your cameras (and lightsabers) for some amazing photo opportunities. Appearing 5:00 to 7:30pm.\n\nFor the kids and young-at-heart\, we will have Space-Crafts\, Science Demonstrations with the UNL Society of Physics Students \, a “touch a meteorite” display\, and a special NASA Exhibit* in the Kunkel Family Multipurpose Center. Outside in the field we will have a play area with Blackhole (our version of Cornhole)\, Bolo Ladder Golf\, and our Giant Moon Map. 5:00-8:00PM\nIn the Boller-Sivil Observatory you will find safe Solar Viewing from 5 to 7pm.\n\nOptional dinner will be available from Hog Wild Pit Bar-B-Q of Lincoln\, ChiStyle Kitchen\, and Bitez between 5:00-8:00pm.\n\nDuring Dinner\, the Last Minute Band will be playing your favorite Classic Rock. Live music between 5:00-8:00pm\n\nRaffle Tickets will be for sale ($5 ea.) between 5:00 and 8:30pm. The Raffle winners will be announced at 8:30pm. Amazing prizes include a ZWO Seestar S50 Telescope\, and tabletop “dob” telescope\, astrophotography prints\, binoculars\, a deluxe oil change and more! [Watch this space for additions].\n\nOnce dark\, we will be viewing the night sky through our many telescopes\, and through the equipment of area amateur astronomers from Lincoln and Omaha clubs. You will have the opportunity to see the Planet Saturn\, The Ring Nebula\, the Andromeda Galaxy\, and so much more!\n\nThe Fall StarBQ event is $5 per head\, although dinner\, additional raffle tickets\, and gift shop items\, require an optional purchase. *FREE Admission* AFTER 8:30 for the Public Star Party.\n\nThis event is made possible thanks to our primary sponsor- ALLO Fiber of Lincoln and all of our other supporting sponsors. We also wish to thank the Prairie Astronomy Club\, the Omaha Astronomical Society\, our own Branched Oak Observatory volunteers\, the UNL Society of Physics Students\, and of course the Central Garrison – 501st Legion!\nFollow us closely here on Facebook for more announcements.\n\n*The NASA exhibit is NOT part of the StarBQ admission cost\, and is in fact a FREE attraction upon request on this day\, and also available for viewing during our regular FREE General Public Events.\n\n\nCURRENT LIST OF VOLUNTEERS / PARTICIPANTS AND THEIR STATIONS \n\n\nHailey Anderson- Golf Cart Driver (5-9PM. On call after 9PM) \n\n\nMatt Anderson- Food Truck Facil. AND Parking Lead (5-8:30PM) AND Roaming Host (5-11PM) \n\n\nTracy Anderson- Gift Shop Lead (5-11PM) \n\n\nBITEZ- Dinner Service (5:00-9:00PM) [See M. Anderson for set-up info]\n\n\nBrett Boller- Raffle Sales (5:00-8:30PM) AND Evening Observing in BSO (8:30-11PM) \n\n\nJeremy Bower- Event Photography (5-11PM) \n\n\nDoug Buhrman- Band Facil. AND BRSC Tours (5:00-8:30PM) AND Roaming Host (8:30-11PM) \n\n\nLaura Consolazione Classroom Activities  (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nCaleb Downs Classroom Activities  (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nJessica Downs Admissions (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nNick Downs Classroom Activities and Trash Duties (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\n*Nikki Duero- SPS Physics Demonstrations (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nAlex Fischer- Golf Cart Driver (5-9PM) \n\n\nChantelli Fulst- Gift Shop  (5-11PM) \n\n\n* Ed Holloway- Last Minute Band  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\nCaelum Hubl- Binoculars  (8:30-11PM) [Needs to leave at 10PM] \n\n\n*Vienne Kemper- SPS Physics Demonstrations (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\n* Walter Killam- Last Minute Band  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\nChi Style Kitchen- Dinner Service (5:00-9:00PM) [See M. Anderson for set-up info]\n\n\nDavid Dickinson- Roaming Host (5:30-8:30PM) AND Evening Observing on Pad (8:30-11PM) \n\n\n*Caleb Esquibel- SPS Physics Demonstrations(5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nAna Eriksen- Meteorite Display Docent (5:00-8:30PM) AND MPC Host (8:30-11PM) \n\n\nJeff Guetler- Evening Observing on Pad (8:30-11PM) \n\n\n*Shams Hassiki- SPS Physics Demonstrations (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nHolly Hladik- Event Information / Freebie Table (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\n*Noah Holoubek-  SPS Physics Demonstrations (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nHog Wild BBQ- Dinner Service (5:00-9:00PM) [See M. Anderson for set-up info]\n\n\nLast Minute Band- Musical Entertainment (5:00-8:00PM) [See Sivill or Burhman for set-up info]\n\n\n* Chris Mackie- Last Minute Band  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\nJaxzen Marshall- Costumed Astronaut (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nJohn Mitchell- Raffle Sales (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\n*Jack Murphy- SPS Physics Demonstrations (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nAriana Musgrave- Raffle Sales (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nJonathan Musgrave- Admissions (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nYoli Musgrave- Gift Shop (5:00-11:00PM or whenever you need to leave) \n\n\nMads Pearce- Admissions(5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\n*Lars Peterson- SPS Physics Demonstrations (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\n* Jim Reed- Last Minute Band  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\n*Conner Rowland- SPS Physics Demonstrations (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nKendra Sibbernsen- Event Information / Freebie Table (5:00-8:30) AND Evening Observing on Pad (8:30-11PM) \n\n\nLucas Sibbernsen- Field Games (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nMatthew  Sibbernsen- Field Games (5:00-8:30PM) \n\n\nMichael Sibbernsen- 501st Legion Facil. AND SPS Facil. AND Solar Viewing in BSO (5:00-8:30PM) AND Evening Observing in ESSMO (8:30-11PM) AND Sky Tours (8:30-11PM) \n\n\nBrian Sivill- Band Facil. AND Solar Viewing in BSO (5:00-8:30PM) AND Evening Observing in BSO (8:30-11PM) \n\n\nSociety of Physics Students- Science Demonstrations (5:00-8:30PM) [See Sibbernsen for set-up info]\n\n\n*Dave Steinheider – Event Information / Freebie Table (5:00-8:30) \n\n\nSteve Wittenhagen- Shuttle Driver (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\nCarol Wells- Classroom Activities Lead (5:00-8:30PM) AND Evening Observing on Pad (8:30-11PM) \n\n\n* Shaun KØSMM- Parking  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\n* Fred KØFJW- Parking  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\n* Jim WØJRN- Parking  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\n* Bryan WØBEL- Parking  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\n* Greg KTØK- Parking  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\n* Martha KYØK- Parking  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\n* Brett KFØNKS- Parking  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\n* Matt NØMTT- Parking  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\n* Jasmine KFØMPE- Parking  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\n* Wayne K6INS- Parking  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\n* Jesse NØJOK- Parking  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\n* Joe KØNEB- Parking  (5:00-9:00PM) \n\n\n501st Legion- Guest Interaction / Photo Opportunities- (5:00-8:30PM) [Jason Ready- Lead.  See Sibbernsen for set-up info]\n\nSTATIONS THAT NEED TO BE FILLED \nEvening Observing (8:30-11PM): We still have a few pads remaining for astronomers to set up their own equipment. \nGiant Moon Map Facilitation (5-8:30): One experienced educator / astronomer needed.
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/10th-annual-fall-starbq/
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:20240930T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T063109
CREATED:20240823T122642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T202025Z
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SUMMARY:Mike Anderson Ford Event (Tentative)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/mike-anderson-ford-event-2024/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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