Independent Bookstores of Lincoln
by Aja Martin Lincoln has two independent (non-chain) stores for new books and three for used books. These are the stores that are for Lincolnites, by Lincolnites, and whose profits stay in the community....
Category: Recreation & Leisure
10 Memorable Walks in Lincoln
If you love to walk for exercise or pleasure, Lincoln offers seemingly endless options that are not just beautiful, but also a great workout. A variety of scenic locations dot the city, most with great...
Beer Drinking in Lincoln
by Tyler A. Thomas If you’re new to Lincoln, it might surprise you to discover that Lincoln has quite the craft beer scene that is starting to rival popular craft beer cities in Oregon...
Cornhusker State Games and Other Fun Stuff
by Riley Herman The Cornhusker State Games, held annually the 3rd and 4th weekends in July, is one of the nation’s largest multi-sport athletic festivals. In 2018, some 10,756 Nebraskans participated at more than...
Fun for Kids in Lincoln
by Mary Friesen These are only some of the activities for children and families in Lincoln. Some were designed and built just for kids and some are fun for almost anyone. So if there...
Getting Around
StarTran’s convenient public transit systemis Lincoln’s most reliable, affordable and comfortable way to get around a growing community…and in the case of Lincoln’s trolley, StarTran now offers the most stylish way to experience downtown...
Memorials and City Spaces Made Possible by Generous Donors
by Clover Frederick Visitors to Lincoln are fortunate to have places to visit and enjoy their time here, thanks to the generosity of people who have made Lincoln their home. Because of gifts made...
Paw Friendly Places in the Capital City
by Michelle O’Dea Pet ownership is on the rise, and our Capital City is no exception. Nearly 63,000 households in Lincoln have pets—and dog lovers reign supreme in our paw friendly city. Whether Lincolnites...
Summer in the City: Music
by Cynthia S. Peterson An extraordinary selection of live music and music festivals make Lincoln’s hot summer more entertaining, if not cool. It’s a musical summer in Lincoln, and the citizens like the good...
Farmers Markets
by Julie Nichols Bolstered by the Buy Fresh, Buy Local program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, farmer’s markets are booming across Nebraska—this year, registered statewide markets reached 100. Lincoln is fortunate to have two...
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