The service 'Computer Classes' is offered at the following sites:
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AARP - Nebraska Information Center http://www.aarp.org/states/ne/ (external link)
INFORMATION CENTER PAMPHLETS and information available at office on:
Automobile and Homeowner's Insurance
Boat Insurance
Credit Card Services
Dental Insurance
Driver's Safety Classes for seniors
Grief and Loss
Health Care Options
Homeowners Insurance
Investment Programs
Information Center monthly program schedule
Legal Services Network
Identity theft
Life Insurance Program
Medicare
Medicare RX Plan
Medicare Supplement Insurance
Mobile Home Insurance Program
Motoring Plan
Motorcycle Insurance
Pharmacy Services
Reverse Mortgages
Online Software
Social Security
REFERRALS made to agencies providing service needed throughout Nebraska
TAX COUNSELING for older adults in Douglas, Sarpy and Dodge Counties (during tax season)
BENEFITS CHECK-UP screenings
BEGINNERS COMPUTER CLASSESS for seniors $15 per course
NONMEMBER USAGE of information center
SIGNUP ASSISTANCE for MEDICARE PART D RX prescription drug plans -
Adult Basic Education/General Education Development http://www.plattsmouthschools.org (external link)
PROVIDES TESTING for ABE/GED
INSTRUCTION provided to prepare for the GED test
JOB READINESS skills and learning technology skills courses -
Cargill Meat Solutions Learning Center (CCC-Columbus Campus)
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION
ENGLISH as a Second Language
GED CLASSES in English
CITIZENSHIP CLASSES twice per year
LIBRARY -
Carol M. Yoakum Family Resource Center - Lincoln Housing Auth. http://www.l-housing.com (external link)
CHILD CARE (see separate listing)
FOOD AND CLOTHING distribution
FAMILY NIGHTS and neighborhood events
LEAD AGENCY for Arnold Elementary Community Learning Center
GED CLASSES
INFORMATION AND REFERRAL
SUMMER YOUTH enrichment classes
SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM
LOW-INCOME BUS PASSES
COMPUTER CENTER
MEETING SPACE
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES -
Catholic Charities - North Center http://www.ccomaha.org (external link)
AFTER SCHOOL program
SUMMER CAMP for youth -
Central Nebraska Community Services - Central City http://www.welcome2cncs.com (external link)
WIC
MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH
IMMUNIZATIONS
RURAL HEALTH OUTREACH
HEAD START
RENT AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE for Hamilton, Merrick and Nance counties
WEATHERIZATION
SECTION 8 and Affordable housing
BUDGETING
HOPE (Hope Offers People Empowerment) intensive family case management program
THRIVES PROGRAM assists homeless in obtaining safe and suitable transitional housing
COMPUTER CLASSES
DIAPERS
REFERRALS -
Clay Center Public Library
LIBRARY services
INTERNET access
COMPUTER classes -
Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties http://www.communityactionatwork.org (external link)
CENTER FOR REFUGEE AND IMMIGRANTS provides assistance with immigration paperwork; career advancement training, employment assistance services.
COMPUTER LEARNING LAB; upon completion of 30 credits of prescribed coursework clients receive a free, refurbished computer; participants must meet income guidelines; open lab times are available
COMPUTER RECYCLING, accepts donations of used computers. Usable parts are refurbished, all other components are recycled. Clients can also take a computre repair training class where they help refurbish computers. The computer recycling program gives recycled computers to individuals successfully completing 30 hours of computer classes and organizations needing computers to increase their ability to serve their clients.
MICROENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT aims to create job opportunities for low-income individuals who want to start their own business or expand the small business they currently own; offers technical and soft-skills training related to small business development administered in the Core Four Business Planning Course curriculum; provides training in the lawn care industry through LAP Lawn Service internship program
HOMELESS VOUCHER PROGRAM serves homeless individuals or families in Lancaster County by providing intensive case management; applicants must be eligible for a Section 8 voucher through Lincoln Housing Authority
HOUSING AND RESOURCES COUNSELING provides emergency assistance with deposit, rent, gas/electric, and water; households must complete an application over the phone or in person to be eligible (must have amount past due); through the LES Energy Voucher Program, clients may receive vouchers that help pay their energy bills
INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT ACCOUNTS (IDA) serve income-eligible Lincoln families by matching their earned income savings to purchase a home, start a business, or pay for post-secondary education tuition fees; interested families must complete financial literacy classes as a prerequisite to participation in the IDA program
CAREER ADVANCEMENT TRAINING (CAT) offers intensive career training to ensure success in any type of employment, including coverage of such topics as problem solving, coping with stress, and communicating appropriately in the workplace; on-the-job training, career guidance, assistance applying for employment, and follow-up support to promote long-term job retention
SUPPORTIVE HOUSING PROGRAM provides housing subsidies, case management, and supportive services to homeless families in Lincoln; participants are assigned a case manager and work to overcome the barriers that led to homelessness
VITA TAX PREPARATION PROGRAM provides information on Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and eligibility guidelines for the credit; free basic tax preparation is provided to low-income families and individuals who are eligible for EITC
WEATHERIZATION serves renters, owners, multi-units, mobile homes, and standard constructed homes in Lancaster and Saunders counties; households must meet 200% of federal poverty guidelines. Homes are eligible if it has been weatherized before October 1,1993; services include heating inspection and cleaning, furnace replacement, water heater replacement, insulation of attics and sidewalls, insulation in floors and ceilings of mobile homes, caulking and sealing, and window and door replacement
LANDLORD/TENANT SERVICES aims to increase stability in housing among low income individuals and families; services available to anyone requesting information about landlord and tenant relations; however, the program specifically targets low income populations at risk of losing their housing due to eviction
FINANCIAL LITERACY aims to educate individuals and families in important financial skills for life, such as money management, budgeting, credit, banking, and more; program utilizes MoneySmart curriculum - administered in multiple languages
OTHER SERVICES LISTED SEPARATELY:
HEAD START / EARLY HEAD START comprehensive child development programs serve low income children from birth to age five, pregnant women, and their families; primary focus is school preparedness for low income children; programs take a holistic approach to issues of child development
LANGUAGELINC offers for-fee interpretation and translation services in the Lincoln community with an emphasis on the medical field
REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE PROGRAM provides intensive comprehensive case management services designed to ensure the client's rent, utilities, and other basic needs are met; also provides one on one case support services, information and referrals, budgeting, and goal planning -
ENOA - Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging http://www.enoa.org (external link)
SENIOR CENTERS noon meals for seniors - 444-6513 (see below for Omaha locations)
HOME DELIVERED meals for homebound elderly and disabled individuals certified by a case manager from ENOA or DHHS; clients receive 5-7 meals a week; sliding fee scale - 444-6444 or 444-6766
PUBLIC INFORMTION - New Horizons Newspaper - 444-6654
TRANSPORTATION, rural areas
402-721-7770 - Dodge County
402-426-9614 - Washington County
888-210-1093 - Cass, Douglas, and Sarpy Counties
HEALTH maintenance clinic - 444-6444
VOLUNTEERS ASSISTING SENIORS (VAS) - free assistance for people 55 years and older in insurance, legal and consumer issues, including Medicare counseling - 444-6617
HOMEMAKER services - 444-6444 ext 223
RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM (RSVP) - 444-6444 Ext 224
FOSTER GRANDPARENTS provide service to children with special needs; volunteers who are age 60 and over and meet income guidelines agree to serve an average of 20 hours per week and receive a tax-free stipend of $2.70/hour and an array of benefits - 444-6444 Ext 246 or 245
SENIOR COMPANION Program provides individuals with special needs assistance in their homes or a facility; Companions receive a tax-free stipend of $2.70/hour and other benefits; must meet income guidelines - 444-6444 Ext 247 or 246
CASE MANAGEMENT - 444-6596
PERSONAL CARE services - 444-6444
DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT - 444-6444
SENIOR CARE OPTIONS - 546-1870
GRANPARENTS RESOURCE CENTER provides services for grandparents caring for their grandchildren - 444-6444 ext. 297
FAN program year round for people 60+years - 444-6596
VOLUNTEER Opportunities - 444-6444 ext. 221
SENIORHELP VOLUNTEER Program - 444-6444 ext. 238
LONG-TERM care ombudsman - 444-6444 ext 239
SENIOR EMPLOYMENT program is a referral, job search source for employment for
individuals 50 years and older; offers subsidized employment for individuals 55 years
and older who are unemployed and qualify at 125% of poverty guidelines - 444-6684
COMPUTER CLASSES for those 50 and older; $20 for 10 hours of instruction - 444-6684
GATEKEEPER Program - 444-6444 ext 217 to make a referral to participate in training
AGED MEDICAID Waiver - 546-1870
CASE MANAGER coordinates services, working on behalf of older individuals; arranges for in-home services
INTERGENERATION Orchestra of Omaha combines volunteer musicians 25 years of age and under and 50 years and over; auditions held each May - 444-6444 ext 221
DOUGLAS AND SARPY COUNTY SENIOR CENTER locations:
Bellevue Senior Center, 109 West 22nd Avenue, 68005 - 293-3041
Camelot Friendship Center, 9270 Cady Avenue, 68134 - 444-3091
Corrigan Senior Center, 3819 X Street, 68107 - 731-7210
Family Service Senior Center, 2101 South 42nd Street, 68105 - 553-5300
Florence Senior Center, 2920 Bondesson Street, 68112 - 444-6333
Heartland Senior Center, 3534 South 108th Street, 68144 - 616-3090
Highland Tower Senior Center, 2500 B Street, 68105 - 444-6513
Immanuel Courtyard, 6757 Newport Avenue, Suite 100, 68152 - 829-2912
LaVista Senior Center, 8116 Parkview Boulevard, 68128 - 331-3455
Millard/Montclair Center, 2304 South 135th Avenue, 68144 - 546-1270
Native American Elders Nutrition Program, 2240 Landon Court, 68102 - 346-0902
North Senior Center, 2415 Grant Street, 68111 - 444-6278
Papillion Senior Center, 1001 Limerick Road, 68046 - 597-2059
Park Tower Senior Center, 1601 Park Avenue, 68105 - 444-6513
Ralston Senior Center, 7301 Q Street, Suite 100, 68127 - 339-4926
Seven Oaks Lunch Club, 3439 State Street, 68112 - 451-4477
St Mary Magdalene Senior Center, 1817 Dodge Street, 68102 - 346-3234 -
Fremont Senior Adult Center http://www.fremont.ne.gov/parks (external link)
REDUCED COST MEALS served 11:30am, Monday-Friday
EDUCATIONAL, recreational and social activities for adults 50 years of age and older
HEALTH MAINTENANCE CLINIC, third Tuesday of the month
FITNESS CENTER/exercise classes
COMPUTER CLASSES and lab
LIBRARY AND Media Room
OPERATED BY City of Fremont and ENOA -
Girls Incorporated of Omaha - Development Center http://www.girlsincomaha.org (external link)
SOCIAL development, social recreation, art, dance, drama, and physical education
EDUCATION support (grades K-12) includes tutoring and computer training
OPERATION SMART: science, math and related technology
CAREER development (7-18 years), including non-traditional careers
FAMILY counseling
'KID-ABILITY!', a child sexual abuse prevention training
USDA Meal Program
NUTRITION
ADOLESCENT pregnancy 4-component prevention program for girls 9-18 year old
GARDENING
PATHFINDERS Mentoring Program matches girls, grades 7-12, with professional women in the Omaha business community to work on academic and personal goals; scholarships may be awarded at the end of the successful completion of high school and the Pathfinders program
TRNSPORTATION to programs -
Girls Incorporated of Omaha - Emma Lozier Center http://www.girlsincomaha.org (external link)
SOCIAL development, social recreation, art, dance, drama, and physical education
EDUCATION support (grades K-12) includes tutoring and computer training
OPERATION SMART: science, math and related technology
CAREER development (7-18 years), including non-traditional careers
FAMILY counseling
'KID-ABILITY!', a child sexual abuse prevention training
USDA Meal Program
NUTRITION
ADOLESCENT pregnancy 4-component prevention program for girls 9-18 year old
GARDENING
PATHFINDERS Mentoring Program matches girls, grades 7-12, with professional women in the Omaha business community to work on academic and personal goals; scholarships may be awarded at the end of the successful completion of high school and the Pathfinders program
TRNSPORTATION to programs -
Hartington Public Library http://www.hartingtonpublibrary.org/ (external link)
LIBRARY services
INTERNET access
COMPUTER CLASSES offered seasonally
CHILDREN'S programs
BOOK CLUB -
Hastings Literacy Program
GED classes
ADULT basic education
CIVICS AND CITIZENSHIP education
WORKPLACE Essential & Employment Skills
CORRECTIONAL literacy
COMPUTER literacy
ADULT reading skills classes
ENGLISH as a Second Language (ESL)
OTHER basic literacy needs
VOLUNTEER opportunities -- one-on-one tutoring / classroom aides -
Indian Center, Inc. http://www.indiancenterinc.org (external link)
PROMOTES and strengthens cultural awareness by teaching cultural traditions among Native Americans
FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES offers emergency services, referrals and case management of basic necessities to low income families and individuals of all racial and ethnic groups. Diapers, low income Star Tran monthly passes, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, and holiday gift giving programs are offered. Emergency rental or utility bill payment assistance to American Indian persons with eviction or disconnect notices may be provided, funds permitting.
FOOD PROGRAMS include commodity food to elderly, and pregnant women, or mothers with young children to age 6 on a monthly basis. Perishable food distribution is held twice weekly on Tuesdays at 1pm and Thursdays at 10am. Emergency food pantry applications accepted Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 1-3pm. Senior DinerÂ’s lunch served daily from 11:30am-12:30pm, free of charge.
HOMEOWNERSHIP PROGRAM provides pre-purchasing counseling. This program is designed to offer homeownership and housing rehabilitation opportunities to eligible Native American individuals, families, tribes and Tribally Designated Housing Entities on their native lands and within an approved Indian area as defined by HUD.
HOUSING PROGRAM based in the city of Lincoln this program has over 142 units of rental housing for low-income families, elderly and handicapped residents. The housing properties include three complexes for the elderly and two for low-income. These units are managed by a private management company and Indian Center, Inc.
INFORMATION AND REFERRAL to local human service agencies and tribally-operated programs for specialized services, legal services to Nebraska Commission on Indian Affairs, tribal legal services, or pro bono legal services and area senior citizens.
NEBRASKA INDIAN HEALTHY MARRIAGE PROJECT is designed to increase the number of Native American children raised by two parents in a healthy relationship through the use of culturally appropriate training materials. This project will help couples and individuals develop the skills and knowledge needed to form and sustain a healthy relationship.
NEBRASKA URBAN INDIAN CIRCLE OF CARE PROJECT will provide the urban Indian communities of Lincoln and Omaha with tools and resources to plan and design a holistic, community-based system of care to support mental health and wellness for their children, youth and families. Families and youth will work in partnership with public and private organizations to design mental health services and supports that are effective, that build on the strengths of individuals and address each person's cultural needs.
SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCE CENTER provides basic business development services for low-income persons, minorities, women and all racial/ethnic groups, new or existing businesses and refers clients to Nebraska Business Development Center for specialized services.
WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACT PROGRAM provides GED instruction, job training placement assistance and help with educational goals, job search and placement for Native Americans.
YOUTH PROGRAM offers after school enrichment activities, homework help, and other special events
ALCOHOLIC ANONYMOUS MEETING – daily 5:15 pm. -
Kearney Public Library http://www.kearneylib.org (external link)
LIBRARY SERVICES
SERVICES TO disabled and shut-ins
TECHNOLOGY LEARNING CENTER offers computer classes
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES -
Kids Can! Community Center http://www.kidscanomaha.org (external link)
YOUTH/CHILD CARE programs (ages 3-13 years) offered before school, after school, summer and OPS all-day breaks (except snow days), and full day care for ages 3-4
PRESCHOOL for ages 3-5; morning sessions
TUTORING services on-site at area-schools Mon-Fri
SENIOR SERVICES include:
HOME COOKED MEALS and special holiday parties
COMPUTER CLASSES
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION
VISUALLY IMPAIRED SUPPORT GROUP
TAX ASSISTANCE -
Latina Resource Center
PERSONAL AND FAMILY SKILLS development for Latina women, including 'Women and Values' self-esteem program and career counseling
PEER SHARING
LANGUAGE AND READING PROGRAMS, driver education class, nutrition class, parenting class and legal services, GED, and computer classes
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/SEXUAL ASSAULT help, education, advocacy, and counselor on site
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Latino Center of the Midlands http://www.latinocenterofthemidlands.org (external link)
HIGHER EDUCATION planning services including college search, campus tours, financial aid workshops, scholarship application, and ACT/SAT preparation
ADVOCACY at the national and state levels to facilitate access to higher education
COLLEGE OUTREACH and preparation programs - Latina Latino Youth Conference
ACCESS to appropriate services to promote self-sufficiency and self-determination
COMMUNITY-BASED adult education and skills development to strengthen the family unit
LATINO Leadership
COMPUTER Information Technology Training Center
SPANISH General Equivalency Diploma (GED) preparation services
LITERACY CLASSES Plaza Communitaria
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE services
VOTER EDUCATION and registration services
SPANISH for English speakers
U.S. CITIZENSHIP classes
REFERRALS and cultural transition assistance services in areas of employment, legal and immigration consultation
HEALTH promotional education and strategies to reduce or eliminate barriers that prevent access to quality health care
SUPPORT GROUPS for youth and adults
INCOME TAX preparation services
CERTIFIED FIRST AID and CPR training for childcare providers; disaster preparedness
SUBSTANCE Abuse Outpatient Treatment to individuals diagnosed as having substance abuse disorders or a substance dependence disorder; includes group and individual services
ALCOHOL education classes for adults
ALCOHOL/Drug assessments and evaluations for adults -
Lied Public Library http://www.clarindapubliclibrary.org/ (external link)
PUBLIC LIBRARY
COMPUTERS available to the public
COMPUTER CLASSES free of charge -
Lincoln Public Schools District Offices http://www.lps.org (external link)
ARTS AND HUMANITIES SCHOOL creates an educational environment that uses the arts and humanities as the basis for learning
COUNSELING AND SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER PROGRAM works with the education teams in each school to assist students in learning to the best of their ability; services include consultation; individual, group and family counseling; support; classroom activities; and referral to community resources
CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION offers gifted Education, K-12 Curriculum, Work Experience Programs, Mentoring Programs, and Summer Youth Employment Opportunities
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION provides screening and assessment services for children under age 5 in hearing, coordination, social/emotional, thinking skills, vision, and speech/language, to determine eligibility for appropriate therapies
EARLY INTERVENTION PLANNING REGION TEAM provides family-focused services to enhance development of developmentally-delayed infants and toddlers, 0-3 years
EVEN START PROGRAM is an individualized family literacy program providing adult education, family literacy, an early childhood program and home visits
INTRAMURAL/EXTRAMURAL ATHLETIC AND ACTIVITIES
LUNCH AND BREAKFAST PROGRAM provides a free or reduced price breakfast and lunch to financially-eligible students; applications are available at a child's school or the district office
MONTESSORI EDUCATION/EVERETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is the designated Montessori site for Lincoln Public Schools; available to students, 6-9 years
SPECIAL EDUCATION provides education for students with disabilities from birth to graduation and/or age 21 including special classes; resource programs; speech, physical and occupational therapy; audiologist services; work study counselors; and liaison personnel; services are provided for students with hearing impairments, behavior disorders, mental handicaps (mild, moderate and severe/profound), home-bound, learning disabilities, orthopedic impairments, speech/language impairments, visual handicaps, and other health impairments
STUDENT PARENT PROGRAM assists high school age students who are parents or prospective parents to stay in school and graduate; establish good health practices for themselves and their children; learn and use quality parenting skills; learn to balance responsibilities of school, children, and personal development; and develop career and life plans; the program is available in every Lincoln high school and middle school; student/parent teams usually involve a school nurse, counselor and teacher; day care for infants is provided at Lincoln Northeast, and for infants and toddlers at Lincoln High School through learning centers that work with young children while the parents are in school
STUDENT SERVICES include Student Rights and Responsibilities, Guidance and Counseling Services, Crisis Response, Admissions and Enrollment, Transfers, Student Records and Transcripts; Health Services provides financial assistance for vision screening and eye glasses through the Lincoln Lions Club
SUMMER SCHOOL is an educational program offering credit toward high school graduation for students in grades 9-12
ZOO SCHOOL, the Science Focus Program, operated at the Folsom Children's Zoo, uses science as the basis for learning -
Lutheran Family Services - Community Services http://www.lfsneb.org (external link)
LUTHERAN IMMIGRATION SERVICES offers immigration legal services to immigrants, refugees and asylees in Nebraska. Services include family-based immigration petitions, applications for legal permanent residency and naturalization, and removal defense in immigration court.
LUTHERAN REFUGEE SERVICES in Omaha and Lincoln offers resettlement services for newly arrived refugees (must be assigned to LFS through U.S. Refugee Program and arrive directly in Omaha or Lincoln through LFS resettlement program); family reunification applications (available to anyone who arrived as refugee); employment search services (available to anyone who arrived as a refugee and is not yet a U.S. Citizen).
The INTERNATIONAL CENTER OF THE HEARTLAND (ICH) is a one-stop shop for direct and referral services for refugees, asylees, and immigrants. Partnering with United Way, Legal Aid, One World and Catholic Charities, the ICH strengthens the communityÂ’s well-being by connecting newcomers with housing, healthcare, employment, and legal advice. The ICH supports and empowers those in need of assistance, encourages self-sufficiency, and educates our community about the challenges newcomers face and the benefits they bring with them.
OPEN ACCESS computer lab available to refugees and immigrants; computer lab has internet access, language software, and typing software programs.
AMERICORPS Volunteer Service program is a national service program providing individuals an opportunity to participate in a year of service-learning; (must be 17 years of age and a Lawful Permanent Resident or U.S. Citizen) -
Missouri Valley Senior Center http://www.southwest8.org (external link)
CONGREGATE MEALS
HOME DELIVERED MEALS
BLOOD PRESSURE checks
COMPUTER CLASSES for anyone -
National Service - Blue Valley Community Action Partnership http://www.bvca.net (external link)
FULL-TIME AMERICORPS members serve a total of 1700 hours, earning a small stipend and an education award of $4,725 upon successful completion of their term of service
ACTIVITIES including homework assistance, mentoring, computer access, recreation, arts and crafts, socialization, and special events for youth at the FYI Center
FULL-TIME VISTA members (Volunteers In Service To America) provide capacity building to departments within the nine core counties served by BVCA
VISTA Activities include fundraising, grant writing, agency needs assessments, volunteer recruitment and management -
Omaha Opportunities Industrialization Center
CAREER TRAINING in Certified Nursing Assistant and Medication Aide
BASIC COMPUTER skills training
JOB counseling and placement assistance
GED preparation
ADULT DAY CARE for seniors and persons with disabilities
SUNSHINE ACADEMY child care -
Omaha Public Library - W. Dale Clark http://www.omahalibrary.org (external link)
FULL SERVICE LENDING LIBRARY, reference, children's, videos, music cassettes/CDs, books on tape and CD, DVDs, online databases, e-books
GENEALOGY COLLECTION
CHILDREN'S, young adult, and adult programming
INTERNET ACCESS
COMPUTER LABS
FREE COMPUTER CLASSES for youth, teens, and adults on MS Office software programs, internet surfing, internet job searching, and other classes; call or see website for details -
Platte Valley Literacy Association
ADULT TUTORING provides one-on-one tutoring in basic reading, writing and math computation for adults as well as provide tutoring in other basic life skills (i.e. driver's license preparation, spelling etc.)
OTHER CLASSES offered as needed (i.e. computers, citizenship)
FAMILY LITERACY is for adults enrolled in Adult Basic Education (CCC) who have children ages 4 - 11 are eligible to participate in LiBEARy Family School; both parent and child are encouraged to 'Be Enthusiastic About Reading' -
Plattsmouth Public Library http://plattsmouthlibrary.dyndns.org (external link)
INTERNET access
DELIVER BOOKS to senior centers
PURCHASES BOOKS for patrons at reduced prices
TAX information
FAX, COPY, AND LAMINATING services
ONLINE catalog
WEBSITE
READING AT HOME (RAH) a door delivery program
SUMMER READING program
PRESCHOOL story time
ELECTRONIC JEOPARDY
MONOPOLY marathon
MENTOR with an artist
SUMMER kids play
SATURDAY AFTERNOON movies
ADULT AND JR book clubs
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY Organization
ELECTRONIC GAMING for children
SUMMER YOUTH Community Theater -
Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center http://www.omahakroc.org (external link)
AQUATICS include open swim, swim lessons
EDUCATION on business startup and financing, citizenship, computer classes, cooking, anger management, English as a Second Language
FINE ARTS, pottery, ceramics, drawing, dance
FITNESS classes and education
HEALTH AND NUTRITION
PERFORMING ARTS, drama classes
RECREATION
SPORTS of various types for all age groups
SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT, including Christian education and worship opportunities -
Schuyler Public Library http://www.ci.schuyler.ne.us/gen-info.htm (external link)
LIBRARY services
INTERNET access available to the public
COMPUTER CLASSES -
Social Settlement Association - Seniors on the Go! http://www.socialsettlement.org (external link)
HOME COOKED MEALS and special holiday parties
COMPUTER CLASSES
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION
VISUALLY IMPAIRED SUPPORT GROUP
TAX ASSISTANCE -
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension - Hall County http://www.hall.unl.edu (external link)
EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION extending research based information of the University of Nebraska and other land grant university systems; educational program priorities include:
WATER, CLIMATE, AND ENVIRONMENT including efficient water use by farmers and home owners, water quality, integrated pest management, nutrient planning, biological resource diversity, energy conservation, renewable energy, climate adaptation, community and residential landscapes, healthy buildings, youth development
CHILD AND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT including science, engineering and technology skills, healthy lifestyles, business/entrepreneurship skills, career and education options, early childhood education
FOOD, NUTRITION, AND HEALTH including healthy lifestyles, food safety and nutrition, diabetes education, and medication issues specific to older Nebraskans
CROPS OF THE FUTURE including sustainable crop management, advanced plant genetic and alternative crop application, farm profitability, and youth development
BEEF SYSTEMS including economic sustainability, business management, grazing management, animal nutrition, animal health and well being, food safety, and youth development
ENTREPRENEURSHIP targets value added agriculture, grow local agriculture, horticulture opportunities, food product development, youth entrepreneurial education and in depth education on business entrepreneurial training
EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION also offered relating to families, youth, agriculture, and the environment; a web link to UNL Extension educational programs and calendar of most events is found at http://www.extension.unl.edu/home -
Urban League of Nebraska http://www.urbanleagueneb.org (external link)
CAREER Development including resume writing, mini-job fairs (second Wednesday of the month), interviewing tips, and career guidance
REFERRAL services for pantries, race relations, housing, health, and economic development
ADVOCACY
VOTER REGISTRATION and information
EDUCATION services including scholarships, financial aid workshops, tour of Black colleges, ACT/SAT test preparation, and mentoring/tutoring
INTERNET access and computer training
