Disney’s Broadway rendition of Frozen, meal with strangers brunch series, Hispanic Fest, and more. 
Happy Friday, Lincoln. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Lincoln Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.
📰 In the news
Local happenings: Disney’s Broadway rendition of Frozen lands at the Lied Center, Nebraska’s AG rolls out scam warning videos, and Lincoln gains nonstop flights to Orlando — catch up here.
State-level stories: Omaha frontloads streetcar bonds to build affordable homes, UNO alumni pump in a $2.4 billion economic jolt, and rural voices are boosting seat belt use — see what else is brewing.
National headlines: Study finds adults inhale thousands of plastic fragments daily, many hearts age faster than their owners, and Ford recalls F-150 hybrids without seatbelt chime — peruse the best of the rest.
Highlights this week
- Explore AHSGR archives every first Saturday
- Play hoops under the lights for YMCA
- Support young exhibitors at premium livestock auction
- Celebrate Ross Award honorees Levitov and Reinkordt
- Unlock dozens of travel deals with AARP
🫶 We got your back
Markets: When the prairie sun hits 90°F your inner locavore suddenly craves tomatoes that actually taste like something. Lincoln’s farmers markets deliver fresh produce and laid-back block-party vibes.
Eats: If you’ve ever called a Runza a Hot Pocket upgrade and been met with a blank stare, your taste buds need a crash course. Nebraska’s comfort-food scene is full of gems your Cali cousin has never heard of. These signature dishes redefine everything you thought you knew about cozy eats.
Reads: The smell of paper, the thrill of cracking open a new story, and the chance to accidentally spend two hours debating which cover looks cooler, Francie & Finch Bookshop is basically a playground for bookworms (minus the monkey bars, plus way more coffee).
Health: Forget outdated weight loss fads and gimmicks. Modern science has changed the game. GLP-1 medications (like the ones behind today’s most talked-about treatments) are helping people manage weight in a safer, more sustainable way. Check out your options today.
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📆 Around town this weekend
All events are subject to change without notice. This is entirey outside our control. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
Today
🖼️ August First Friday @ International Quilt Museum | Friday (8/1) at 4:00pm – Ditch the usual weekend slog and wander into IQM’s First Friday for free gallery admission. At 5:30 p.m. catch the education showcase, unless you’d rather pretend you’re an art critic and silently judge that one abstract piece that looks suspiciously like last week’s grocery receipt.
🎨 Scholastic Exhibition 2025 | Friday (8/1) – This summer, the Governor’s Residence Gallery is filled with student art from around the state, so you can stroll through without crashing a gala. Tours are Thursdays by appointment only, capped at twenty guests, so book a couple weeks ahead unless you enjoy calendar chaos.
This weekend
🎶 Summer Music Series: The Bottle Tops @ James Arthur Vineyards | Saturday (8/2) at 6:00pm – Whether you’re still recovering from your yard-work marathon or just craving a fresh take on “cold beer,” this outdoor stage night delivers live tunes and folks you actually like. Plus, there’s a food truck so you can sample something better than your own sad burgers.
👠 High Heel the Band @ Sandhills Global Event Center | Saturday (8/2) at 7:00pm – At the Super Fair they’ve swapped livestock for Lisa Larsen in sky-high heels weaving through the crowd, belting ’80s rock anthems. It’s free, fueled by smoky ribs, food trucks, rides, and enough retro vibes to make your vinyl blush.
🌈 Rainbow Kitten Surprise: Thanks For Coming Tour @ Pinewood Bowl Theater | Saturday (8/2) at 7:30pm – If you’ve been waiting for a night that’s neither karaoke bar nor early bird special, Rainbow Kitten Surprise is rolling through town, with Medium Build kicking things off. Expect punchy riffs, candid lyrics, and a delicious hangover feeling of pure ear candy.
🍳 Meal with Strangers – Sunday Brunch Series @ A Restaurant in Lincoln | Sunday (8/3) at 11:00am – Tired of talking to your plants? Pull up a chair at this laid-back brunch designed to turn strangers into brunch buddies. Great food, fresh coffee, and conversation that just might surprise you. Come hungry, leave with new friends.
🎉 Hispanic Fest @ Sandhills Global Event Center | Sunday (8/3) at 12:00pm – Hispanic Fest is turning the fairgrounds into a fiesta of live music, DJs, and folkloric dancing, plus a taco-eating contest that doubles as cardio. Sample street tacos, admire vintage cars, and wander the petting zoo before collapsing at the beer garden, amigos.
Next week
🎂 August Birthdays Celebration @ Off Leash Dog Bar | Tuesday (8/5) at 3:00pm – First Tuesday is for canine birthdays at Off Leash, with an IG-ready photo station for epic head tilts, plus a Long Dog Fat Cat coupon for a free pupcake or cake discount. Top it off with a free Off Leash pup cup and wagging neighbors.
🧶 Q-mmunity Craft Social @ Makit Takit: Lincoln’s Craft Studio | Tuesday (8/5) at 5:30pm – Nothing says winding down like adult glue sticks and yarn in good company. Head to the Q-mmunity Craft Social tonight for your next hobby obsession, or bring that half-finished project collecting dust. Free advice, free laughs, and zero judgement.
💃 Girls Night Out The Show @ Witches Brew | Tuesday (8/5) at 8:00pm – Ready for a little midweek mischief? The #1 ladies night event is bringing the heat to Lincoln, and it’s strictly 21+. Doors swing open at 7—grab your crew, your tickets, and maybe a signature cocktail or two.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 8/1 Creed @ Pinnacle Bank Arena – 7 pm
- 8/1 Orchestral Extravaganza @ Kimball Recital Hall – 7 pm
- 8/1 Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal @ Sandhills Global Event Center – 7 pm
- 8/2 The Bottle Tops @ James Arthur Vineyards – 6 pm
- 8/2 High Heel the Band @ Sandhills Global Event Center – 7 pm
- 8/2 Rainbow Kitten Surprise @ Pinewood Bowl Theater – 7:30 pm
- 8/3 Hispanic Fest @ Sandhills Global Event Center – 12 pm
- 8/5 “Weird Al” Yankovic @ Pinewood Bowl Theater – 8 pm
🏠️ Price is right – Lincoln edition
How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).
*This 👇 could be your listing. Hit us up if you’ve got a home (or 12) to sell.
Listed by: Dave Triplett (Nebraska Realty)
Five bedrooms, three baths, and a 3½-stall heated garage keep things comfortable, while the kitchen’s quartz and granite surfaces, wall oven, and gas cooktop make dinner parties a breeze. The primary suite brings spa vibes with heated tile floors in both the bathroom and shower, and the closet’s secret passage to the laundry room is a game-changer.
Anderson windows frame treetop views, and the covered deck is ready for morning coffee or late-night chats. With nearly 4,000 finished square feet, full sod, sprinklers, and a backyard that backs to the woods, this place is high on style and low on hassle.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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