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November Senior Potluck - November 20

Join us for the Senior Citizen Monthly Potluck on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 11:00 AM. Willard will be providing the main dish, chicken and dressing casserole. If possible, please bring a side dish or dessert to share. We look . . .

ROUGHRIDERS Motorcycle Club Donates $1,000

On Thursday, October 31, at 5:30 p.m., you could hear the purr of the engines as the ROUGHRIDERS motorcycle club made their way to the Willard Community Center. The group presented and donated $1,000 to Willard. ROUGHRIDERS . . .

Great Friends, Conversation & Food!

The Aging Adult and Senior Citizen program gathered for the monthly potluck on Wednesday, October 30. Willard provided the main dish, Sloppy Joe sandwiches, while participants brought sides and desserts. Great conversations are . . .

Join Us for Yoga on November 10

Need a little calm before the holiday craziness begins? Join us with the Schroder Park Wellness Campus for Yoga on Sunday, November 10th at 2:00 pm at Mourning Hope Grief Center in their community room. Class is for all ages and . . .

Join Us October 30

The next monthly aging adult and senior citizen potluck will be on Wednesday, October 30 at 11:00 AM. Willard will provide the main dish of Sloppy Joe Sandwiches. Join us by bringing a side or dessert, or just your presence. We . . .

Annual Trunk-or-Treat: 900 Attendees

The 3rd Annual Schroder Park Wellness Campus Trunk-or-Treat had 900 attendees on Friday, October 18. The event was from 6:30-7:30 PM with fantastic weather. We are so thankful for everyone who had a trunk at the event, brought their . . .

3rd Annual Trunk-or-Treat October 18th

Mark your calendars for Friday, October 18th for the 3rd annual Schroder Park Wellness Campus Trunk-or-Treat. The event will be from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the parking lot between Willard Community Center and Mourning Hope Grief . . .

Get Ready for Music in the Park - Sept 13

Join the Schroder Park Wellness Campus in welcoming musician Mike Morris to our first Music in the Park night! Head on over Friday, September 13, from 6:00-7:00 PM, and enjoy the show! All ages are welcome to the FREE event!

Join Us for Yoga in the Park Sept 6

Schroder Park Wellness Campus is hosting Yoga in the Park on Friday, September 6 from 5:00-5:30 PM. Yoga will take place in the park. Bring a towel, blanket, or yoga mat. (Some extra yoga mats will be available.)

Annual Give to Lincoln Day May 30

The 2024 annual Give to Lincoln Day is May 30. Please consider a donation to Willard Community Center. All donations will go directly to Willard's programs.

Celebrating Willard's Volunteers

It's #NationalVolunteerWeek , and we want to give a shout-out to all who have volunteered with Willard. We are so thankful for you. The difference you make is monumental!

Around the World Family Celebration Workday

Interested in sharing your diverse cultural background with families at our Around the World family celebration on May 4? If so, please join us at Lakeview Elementary School tomorrow, April 20, from 12:00 to 1:30 pm for a workday to . . .

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 . . .

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! . . .

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).

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 . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .