What's Going On
Thursday, Nov. 7
Pitch Party for Seniors,
"David Kaufmann: Businessman, Community Leader, Philanthropist, Quiet Hero," presented by Michelle Setlik, Hall County Historical Society vice president, 6 p.m., at Kearney Public Library, 2020 First Ave., Kearney. Free; Setlik, 308-380-4480.
"Illusions and Imitations," artist's talk by UNK faculty member Victoria Goro-Rapoport, 3:30 p.m., Walker Art Gallery, Fine Arts Building, University of Nebraska at Kearney. Exhibit feature more than 70 photos from the streets of Venice, Italy, from remains on display through Nov. 15.
Tabitha's Closet, free clothing giveaway,
Coloring with Friends,
Bingo,
Friday, Nov. 8
Marine Corp Birthday celebration, hosted by Chef Anthony and the Business Coalition for Veterans,
"Catapult," 6:30 p.m., Merryman Performing Arts Center, 225 W. 22nd St., Kearney. Featured on season 8 of "America's Got Talent," Catapult is a nationally touring group of artists whose interpretive dance and acrobatics create visual stories for the whole family. Note: This is not part of the season package; general admission tickets are $15; 308-698-8297.
Saturday, Nov. 9
Toast Nebraska: Holiday Wine Festival, fourth annual hosted by the Nebraska Winery and Grape Growers Association, noon to 8 p.m., Pinnacle Bank Expo Center; ages 21 and older only. Tickets are $65 and include unlimited tastings from all participating wineries; designated driver tickets are $25; www.toastwinefest.com
Bygone Book Club, "One of Ours," by Willa Cather,
Pancake Feed, hosted by Faith Christian Church and the United Congregational Church, 8 to 11 a.m. UCC fellowship hall, 405 E. Bismark. Menu includes pancakes, sausage, drinks and coffee; freewill donations will be used for the HVAC replacement project at UCC.
Winter Boutique,
Fall Fest Craft Show,
"Zemire and Azor" (Beauty and the Beast), presented by Loper Opera,
Drive-thru mobile food pantry, sponsored by the Loaves & Fishes ministry of Trinity United Methodist Church, 9:30 a.m., College Park, 3180 Highway 34, Grand Island; do not arrive before 7:30 a.m. (best time is between 9 and 11 a.m.); enter on Tech Drive. No income or ID requirements, but some information will be requested (number in household, ages, etc.). Boxes are from Food Bank for the Heartland in Omaha, an equal opportunity provider; FoodBankHeartand.org ; Trinity UMC, 308-382-1952.
Sunday, Nov. 10
Mistletoe Market,
"The Crimes and Times of Stephen Dee Richards, Nebraska Serial Killer," a Voices of the Past program presented by the Hall County Historical Society,
Soup and pie supper,
The Shucks Brothers, bluegrass, country, and western swing favorites, 2 p.m., Central City Per-forming Arts Center, Edwin and Bernice Lock Theatre. Presented by the Merrick Arts Council, tickets at the door for nonmembers are $15 for adults; students admitted free; 308-940-0274 or
The Nebraska Brass, in concert, 2:30 p.m., Wood River High School Performing Arts Theatre, 13800 W. Wood River Road, Wood River. Program will be half Christmas music and half a blend of classical, Dixieland and jazz. Presented as part of the Celebrate Wood River Performing Arts Series, there is no admission charge; Vince Boudreau at 308-379-7612.
Hastings Multicultural Festival, annual event dedicated to celebrating different cultures from around the world with entertainment, activities and food, 1 to 3 p.m., Kiewit Gymnasium, 715 E. Seventh St., Hastings. Hosted by Hastings College and YWCA Adams County; no admission charge.
Scott D. Morris International Food and Cultural Festival,
St. Paul American Legion annual "Cow Dance,"
Bingo,
Bingo, hosted by Knights of Columbus, Council No. 1159, 7:30 p.m., St. Mary's Cathedral Square, 112 S. Cedar.
Monday, Nov. 11
Veterans Day
Veterans Day Appreciation Breakfast, 21st annual,
On display
"Nature's Inspirations," featuring the work of local artists Amy J. McIntosh and Anita Louise, through Dec. 6, Grand Island Public Library, 1124 W. Second St. Library hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday; 308-385-5333 or www.gilibrary.org
"Braided Water: Interlacing Routes in Deep Time and Space," an art installation by Susan Knight, through Nov. 17, Stuhr Museum. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Admission for nonmembers is $14 for adults, $13 for seniors and $12 for children 6-12; 308-385-5316 or www.stuhrmuseum.org
"Nebraska Roots," celebrating the state's history and the "joys of rural life," through Nov. 8, Plainsman Museum, 210 16th St., Aurora. Museum hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; closed Sunday and Monday. Admission: $7 for adults, $5 for seniors age 60 and older, $4 for students 5-17, free for children 4 and younger; 402-694-6531 or plainsmanmuseum.org
