Interest Groups

LINCOLN

All Things Apple

This group welcomes digital enthusiasts with at least some experience with Apple devices. Discussions include sharing experiences to facilitate education and problem-solving of vexing Apple technologies. Group size is limited to 15.

Meets: First Thursday of February, April, June, August, October and December
Time: 3–4:30 p.m.
Location: Grand Lodge, 4400 S. 80th St., 4th Floor

Coordinator: David Dyke (drdrdmd@me.com)

Art Appreciation

Art enthusiasts and the art-curious gather once a month to explore the background, history, and trends in fine art, photography, and other creative activities.

Meets: Third Sunday of each month
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: WallSpace-LNK, 1624 S. 17th St., Lincoln (17th & Sumner)

Visit the WallSpace-LNK website at https://wallspace-lnk.com.

Coordinator: Michael Farrell (mfarrell.1st@gmail.com)

Baseball

The OLLI Baseball Interest Group is an opportunity for baseball fans to get together once a month and discuss all things baseball.

Meets: Second Tuesday of each month
Time: 3–4:30 p.m.
Location: Stauffer's Café, 5600 S. 48th St.

Coordinators: Marvin Almy (hmalmy@aol.com), Bill Fagler (bill.fagler@gmail.com), Jon Hamilton (playingwiththepossibilities@gmail.com)

Biking the Trails

Ride local bike trails in and around Lincoln.

Meets: Weekly rides during the warm season months

Coordinators: Marilyn Hahn (marilynhahn@icloud.com), Tim Shaw (timothyfshaw@gmail.com), John Willey (jawilley@gmail.com), Dave Brown (bd52014@windstream.net), John Keller (jfk120@me.com)

Bridge Players

Consists of four players competing in 18 hands of party bridge using tallies for partners.

Coordinator: Sue Guild (guild.carolynsue42@gmail.com)

Coffee and Conversation (Zoom)

Join via Zoom for a weekly one-hour chat focused on fun, non-political questions shared in advance.

Meets: Weekly on Tuesdays
Time: 9:30–10:30 a.m.

Coordinator: Dori Bush (dbush2508@gmail.com)

Conversational Spanish (Zoom)

Beginners to native Spanish speakers are welcome. Broaden your command of Spanish through reading, speaking, and listening. Contact Jack McGann for the Zoom link.

Meets: Weekly on Tuesdays
Time: 1–2:30 p.m.

Coordinator: Jack McGann (jackmcgann1@mac.com)

German Language and Culture

Discuss German history and culture, review current events in Deutschland, and refresh your speaking, reading, and comprehension.

Meets: First and third Wednesday of each month
Time: 3–4:30 p.m.

Coordinators: Ken Gobber (kgobber@proton.me), David Dyke (drdrdmd@me.com)

International Affairs

Offering engaging conversations on topics of current international events and important issues.

Meets: First Wednesday of each month (September–May)
Time: 3–4:30 p.m.
Location: Gere Library, 2400 S. 56th St.

Discussion leaders include Dave Forsythe, Peter Levitov, Roger Lempke and Wes Peterson.

Coordinator: Peter Levitov (plevitov1@unl.edu)

Matinee at the Ross

Enjoy a Friday matinee movie at the Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center on UNL's City Campus. No reservations are needed.

Meets: Fridays
Time: Movies begin between 4:15–5 p.m.
Location: Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center, 313 N. 13th St.

Coordinator: Dori Bush (dbush2508@gmail.com)

Meditation

Discussion focuses on the practice of meditation and challenges that arise with meditative time. Meetings include 15–20 minutes of guided meditation. No prior experience is required.

Meets: Second Thursday of each month
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Location: Most meetings are held via Zoom.

Coordinator: Margaret Rickers (mrickers14@gmail.com)

My Backyard

Explore all aspects of landscaping and gardening through discussions, guest speakers, field trips and presentations.

Meets: Last Tuesday of each month
Time: 10–11:30 a.m.

Coordinator: Sue Guild (guild.carolynsue42@gmail.com)

Out to Lunch

Enjoy lunch with fellow OLLI members at a variety of restaurants around Lincoln.

Meets: Twice a month, typically around the traditional lunch hour
Location: Various eating establishments in and around Lincoln

Contact Nancy Whitman for more information.

Coordinators: Nancy Whitman (newhit34@gmail.com), Maxine Moul (mmoul1@allophone.com)

Tennis

Meet with fellow tennis enthusiasts to discuss tennis-related topics. (This interest group does not play tennis.)

Meets: Second Friday of each month
Time: 10–11:30 a.m.
Location: Sid and Hazel Dillon Tennis Center, 2400 N. Antelope Valley Parkway

Coordinator: Melissa Wheeler (melissa@insurewithwheeler.com)

Politics

Open to all regardless of political persuasion—the more viewpoints, the better.

Meets: Third Thursday of each month
Time: 3–4:30 p.m.
Location: Southern Heights Presbyterian Church, 5750 S. 40th St.

Coordinators: Marvin Almy (hmalmy@aol.com), John Comer (jcomer1@unl.edu), Randy Moody (randallmoody44@gmail.com)

Reading Groups

OLLI book clubs generally limit their membership to 15 or fewer participants.

Coordinator: Cheryl Ferree (greshamgirl@mac.com)

Science & Technology

Explore science and technology and learn about its impacts on society.

Meets: Third Friday of each month
Time: 2–3:30 p.m.
Location: HoriSun Hospice Conference Room, 8055 O St., Suite 300

Coordinators: Craig Hahn (402-730-7487, craig_hahn@hotmail.com), Doug Wood (402-217-0511, wooddb137@gmail.com), Tom Hoegemeyer (402-419-4426, thoegemeyer@gmail.com)

Story Analysis

Read member-selected works and share thoughts on the story, author, writing style, structure, and historical or philosophical references.

Meets: Second Thursday of each even-numbered month
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Varies. Contact the coordinators.

Coordinators: Michelle Maas (mmaas4600@gmail.com), Wil Hass (wilhass@hotmail.com)

Table Tennis

Everybody plays. No pressure. Simply show up and bring your favorite paddle. Some paddles are available.

Meets: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 1–2:30 p.m.
Location: Calvert Recreation Center, 4500 Stockwell

Coordinator: Larry McClure (lmerkmcclure@yahoo.com)

OLLI-UKES (Ukulele)

Join others who enjoy playing the ukulele. All skill levels are welcome.

Meets: Third Thursday of each month
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Varies—Lincoln libraries during the winter months and the Antelope Park Bandshell during the summer months

Coordinator: Julia Larson (jlarson9342@gmail.com)

Walking Lincoln

We divide into fast and slow walkers, so there is sure to be someone who walks at your pace. If inclement weather threatens or walking conditions are dangerous from September through May, walks are held indoors at Gateway Mall (meet at the Food Court entrance on the west end of the mall).

Meets: Weekly on Mondays
Time: September–May: 9:30 a.m.; June–August: 8:30 a.m.
Location: Holmes Lake parking lot at the northwest corner of the park near the dam

Coordinator: Mike Carlson (mcarlson314@gmail.com)

OMAHA

Film Streams at Dundee Theater

Join your fellow OLLI members once a month at the historic Dundee Theater for an afternoon of cinematic magic.

Meets: First Tuesday of each month
Time: Time varies according to the movie schedule

Coordinator: Paul Paulman (ppaulman@unmc.edu)

Omaha Needle Crafts

For those who knit, crochet, embroider, do needlepoint or other portable needle crafts. Gather for friendship, support and sharing of expertise.

Meets: Second Wednesday of each month
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Omaha Central Library, 72nd and Dodge. Free parking is available on the south and west sides of the building.

Coordinator: Linda Wood (woodlinda1874@gmail.com)

Omaha Lunch League

Enjoy lunch with fellow OLLI members at a variety of restaurants around Omaha.

Meets: Twice a month, typically around the traditional lunch hour
Location: Various eating establishments in and around Omaha

*Omaha Lunch League is currently at its maximum member capacity

Tabletop Games at Spielbound Cafe

Enjoy learning new games and socializing with friends.

Meets: Third Friday of each month
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Spielbound Game Café, 3229 Harney St., Omaha

Free parking is available in the garage on the north side of the street.

Coordinator: John Wild (wild-john@hotmail.com)