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Cat House Gallery Art Installations

New Installations July - October
During Open Hours
Free

Changing art installations will be on view at intervals. The photo is of "Prism" a work of reflective hand made paper by artist Hannah Demma. The Cat House Gallery is a refurbished former stray cat shelter. If you have art you would like to share, please contact Hannah at: hannah@luxcenter.org
Email info@prairiepines.org for more info!
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Pollinators, Plants & Prairie Pines

Saturday, June 20, 2026
10 AM - 1 PM
Free

Have a buzz-worthy time celebrating pollinators. Discover the vital role that pollinator plants, insects and wildlife play in our ecosystem through interactive activities. Learn how to make a difference in your own backyard.
Email info@prairiepines.org for more info!
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Nature Rendezvous at Prairie Pines

Saturday, July 25, 2026
9 AM - 1 PM
Free

Join the Prairie Pines Partners education staff and volunteers for a meet up with nature! Have fun with nature-based activities and exploration. Learn more about wildlife, bees, trees and more. Nature for all!
Email info@prairiepines.org for more info!

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Run 4 The Pines at Prairie Pines Nature Preserve

Prairie Pines Nature Preserve “Run Four the Pines – Paws on the Path”

August 8, 2026 - Register below!
9 AM
Registration Required

It's time for the Prairie Pines Partners 2026 Run Four the Pines - Paws on the Path cross-country style run/walk on the trails of the Prairie Pines Nature Preserve! Join the Prairie Pines Partners for a morning in the trees and across the grasslands of this awesome home for wildlife.

Dogs on leash can join their humans on the 4-mile, 1-mile, and youth mile (age 12 and under)!  Proceeds go toward Prairie Pines trails and our efforts to link them to the Lincoln trails system.  There will be awards for humans and and dog-human duos after the run, with complimentary bagels and refreshments. Smoothies and breakfast items available for purchase.

Thank you to our sponsors Prairie Pines Partners, Woodland Animal Hospital,  Lincoln Track Club. Lincoln Running Company, Pittenger & Anderson Investments, Copple Insurance, Eagle Printing, Ink Alley, Bagels & Joe, Wachiska Audubon, Harbor Coffeehouse, and Wachiska Audubon.

2026 registration is open through 8:30 AM on race day. Register early for best rate!

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