Oldfather Prairie Restoration
Oldfather Prairie Restoration was on Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Cottonmill Park, 2795 Cottonmill Ave, Kearney, NE. Free to attend.
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- When
- Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Where
- Cottonmill Park, 2795 Cottonmill Ave, Kearney, NE
- Cost
- Free
Habitat Steward Fall Series: Oldfather Prairie Restoration Saturday, October 17th | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Cottonmill Park | Register Join us for a second round of restoration activities at Oldfather Prairie! Volunteers will work together to remove invasive eastern red cedar trees and encroaching shrubs that threaten the health of this native prairie ecosystem.
Also on Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Kearney Area Farmers MarketHilltop Mall Parking Lot · 5011 2nd Ave, Kearney, NEShop local, eat local: produce, meats, eggs, baked goods and crafts from area growers.
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM The Peaks & The Plains Pepper ExpoBuffalo County FairgroundsA full-day expo focused on peppers, with vendors and exhibits selling pepper-related products and plants.
- 9 – 10 AM Member HourKearney Area Children's MuseumMembers-only morning hour with quieter, hands-on exhibits and playtime for young children.
- Crane Pick 9:30 AM Ribbon Run / WalkKearney Cancer Center, Yanney Park · Yanney Heritage ParkKRMC and Cancer Partners of Nebraska's annual run/walk honoring everyone touched by cancer.
- Crane Pick 5:30 PM From Beyond The Grave 2026Kearney Cemetery · 4400 I Ave, Kearney, NEReenactors bring early Buffalo County figures to life among the headstones. Free-will donation.
- Crane Pick 7:00 PM Askin’ Nebraskan TriviaThe Upper Room Brewery · 1540 W 56th St, Suite D, Kearney, NEAskin' Nebraskan Trivia offers a chance to test your knowledge and win prizes. The event is categorized under Fun & Games and Nightlife.
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