April 5 - Wear Blue Lincoln
We were honored to be part of creating a pinwheel display and standing with community members and agencies for Wear Blue Day 2024. Why was wearing blue such a big deal? April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Wearing blue and . . .
Thank You, Gala Sponsors!
We are incredibly grateful to two local businesses sponsoring A Glamorous Gala night out. Thank you, TAB Performance, for your Champagne Level Sponsorship, and Union Bank & Trust for your Crystal Level Sponsorship. If you are . . .
Join Us for a Night Out!
Friday, April 26, 2024 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM At Willard Community Center | 1245 S Folsom Street Tickets: $25 Each Included with your ticket: ONE COMPLIMENTARY SPIRIT VALET PARKING COMMEMORATIVE . . .
Save the Date & Join Us April 26 for A Glamorous Gala
Friday, April 26, 2024 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM At Willard Community Center
Lincoln Fresh Program Resuming Distribution Beginning March 12
Lincoln Fress Program through the Food Bank of Lincoln will resume handing out fresh fruits and vegetables in front of Willard beginning Tuesday, March 12, 2024, through the middle of June. Open and free to the public! Bring your . . .
UNL Student Leadership Engage Lincoln Program Volunteers to Paint at Willard
On Monday, February 26, fourteen UNL students and Assistant Director of Community Engagement Andrew Brown volunteered to paint walls at Willard. The group focused on the second-floor blue and yellow walls. The group communicated which . . .
Join Us February 18 at the Early Childhood Family Fair
Join us at the Gateway Mall for arts, crafts, activity, and a concert by the String Beans-all for free! Kids will enjoy: A free book from Lincoln City Libraries & Read Aloud Exploring natural materials Discovering sensory . . .
Bingo Christmas Party
Bingo enjoyed their annual Christmas Party! Bingo, Christmas trivia & games, and potluck were all enjoyed. It was a Merry & Festive morning!
Wellness Campuses Winter Wonderland Celebration Serves over 150
December 12 was a brisk and chilly day, one of the coldest (it seemed) in December. Willard Community Center was honored to spend the evening from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM with the Schroder Park Wellness Campus, Mourning Hope Grief Center, and . . .
Winter Wonderland Celebration - December 12th
Please join Willard Community Center, along with the Schroder Park Wellness Campus, Mourning Hope Grief Center, and Lutheran Family Services, for an evening celebrating winter! Stop by the Schroder Park Wellness Campus for family winter . . .
2023 Trunk-or-Treat Sees 400 Community Members Enjoy the Event
Another successful trunk-or-treat is complete! Thank you to all the volunteers who set up wonderful trunks and spent the evening with the Schroder Park Wellness Campus . A very special thanks to all the community members who came to get . . .
Schroder Park Wellness Campus Trunk-or-Treat Set for Friday, October 20
Join Willard Community Center, the Schroder Park Wellness Campus, and other community partners and individuals for a night of Trunk-or-Treating! The event will begin at 7:00 p.m. and go until 8:30 p.m. If you want to be a part of . . .
World Children's Celebration Has Remarkable Turnout
May 6 was filled with celebrating children's heritage. Performances throughout the day made learning about the different cultures such a unique experience. Thank you to performers, community members, and businesses who handed . . .
Did You Know Schroder Park Wellness Campus Has Book Club?
Join the Schroder Park Wellness Campus Monthly Book Club! We meet on the third Tuesday of each month from 1:00 to 2:30 pm at Mourning Hope Grief Center. For more information, check out our book club and find out what we're reading by . . .
World Children's Celebration May 6 from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Come to the Schroder Park Wellness Campus on Saturday, May 6, from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM for a FREE event, and enjoy our diverse community! What to expect: * Resource Booths * Performances * Activities * Games . . .
A Glamorous Gala for Aging Adults & Senior Citizens
Join us for A Glamorous Gala for the aging adult & senior citizen community on April 22, 2023 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Willard Community Center Live performances Hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and refreshments Door . . .
Hopping Into Spring with Schroder Park Wellness Campuses 'Egg'stravaganza
Thank you, Healthy Blue Nebraska, for your sponsorship of the Campus event and to all the organizations who donated items and set up informational tables. Even though it started out as a cold and windy morning, some Bunnies . . .
Origami Art Exhibit
From 4:30-6:30 PM, participants from the Origami and the Art of Paper Folding class held an open Art Exhibit on Friday, March 31. The Origami artists showed what they learned in class by the instructor, Linda Stephen. Participants took . . .
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Spring 'Egg'stravaganza
Join us Saturday, April 1, 2023, for a fun-filled morning! 10:10 AM - ages 0-2 10:20 AM - ages 3-5 10:30 AM - ages 6-8 10:40 AM - ages 9-12 *Please bring your own basket or bag. Collect wellness information and fun prizes! . . .
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Origami and the Art of Paper Folding Class Art Exhibition
Mark your calendars, and join us for the Origami and the Art of Paper Folding Art Exhibition sponsored by the Nebraska Arts Council. Friday, March 31, 2023 4:30-6:30 PM At Willard Community Center (2nd floor South and SW rooms).
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Origami and the Art of Paper Folding Class is a Highlight Each Week
With twenty-two participants meeting weekly for the Origami and Art of Paper Folding Class, we'd sure say the aging community of Lincoln has enjoyed engaging in this wonderful experience. The class will meet until March . . .
This February, Consider Donating to Lincoln Littles
Information included below on Lincoln Littles has been taken from their website. For more information or to donate to our Littles, please visit lincolnlittles.org "Lincoln Littles is transforming the landscape of early . . .
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Local Donors Give $1,130
Willard is beyond grateful to receive donations from 8 individuals and families totaling $1,130. With these gifts, Willard will continue to be able to focus on our agency's purpose and provide the care, programs, and projects that are . . .
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Contemporary Dance for the Ageless and Unstoppable Class
Beginning Tuesday, March 7, 2023 | Taught by Ruth Davidson Hahn 10-week session - last class Tuesday, May 9, 2023 | Free class to the public! 6:00 - 7:15 PM hosted by Willard Community Center on the 2nd floor, Southwest room . . .
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Origami and the Art of Paper Folding Class
Taught by Linda Stephen Supported by Nebraska Arts Council The class will begin on February 3, 2023, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Willard Community Center for the following eight weeks. (Every Friday from February 3 to March 24). The . . .
2022 Trunk-or-Treat
Along with the Schroder Park Wellness Campus, Willard had a blast participating in the event held on Friday, October 28, 2022, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. There were thirteen different trunks, and over 400 children received healthy . . .
Licensed Bingo held at Willard
Come to Willard Community Center every Monday and Wednesday morning from 9:30 am-11:30 am to socialize and maybe take home some cash! Cards are $2.00 each; play as many as you would like. **Must be 19 years of age to play. Every . . .
Coat & Winter Wear Drive
Along with the Schroder Wellness Campus, Willard is accepting new and gently used winter coats and warm gear. Willard's donation bin is in the vestibule of the front doors for collection. Ring the doorbell to the left of the . . .
Get Involved
Get Involved At Willard! Willard has many night activities and groups in the building to fit everyone's needs! Please check out the different ways you can get involved! You can also look at our calendar to see dates and . . .