Events Calendar
RC: Dinger's Indoor Training Facility
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us in celebrating a ribbon cutting for Dinger's Indoor Training Facility!
You Can Be Tobacco Free
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
CHI Health St. Francis offers Freedom from Smoking classes. The free 7-week course is taught by specially-trained instructors who help participants learn to quit tobacco - for good - in a small supportive group setting. Register by Monday, February ...
Lutz Webinar: Transforming Rural Hospital Financial Operations
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Register Here Keeping a rural hospital financially healthy is harder than ever. With shrinking reimbursements, rising costs, and staffing shortages, every dollar counts. In this session, Lutz experts Paul Baumert and Julianne Kipple will walk you ...
Rightsizing- Getting Ready for Spring Open House
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Open House 11:00-1:00 Guest Speaker Michelle Chamberlain from Kingdom Interiors 12:00 *Lunch included
BAH: Ken's Appliance
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for a Business After Hours hosted by Ken's Appliance!
FREE Community Education
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
CHI Health Clinic Heart Institute in collaboration with CHI Health St. Francis are presenting FREE community education sessions. Please join us for Fact or Fiction? Type 2 Diabetes is reversible.
YP: February Lunch
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us for our Young Professionals February Lunch at Balz Sports Bar (Prairie District)! Connect, chat, and network with fellow members of the Young Professionals Group in a relaxed, casual setting. Whether you’re new to the group or a familiar face, ...
Understanding Neuropathy: Real Answers. Real Solutions.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Struggling with numbness, tingling, burning, or pain in your feet or hands? You’re not alone — and you may have more options than you think. Join us for a FREE Neuropathy Relief Seminar where we’ll explain: ✅ What neuropathy really is ✅ Why medications ...
RC: Welding Technology Building
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating the new Welding Technology Building on the Central Community College Grand Island Campus.
RC & BAH: Bruning Bank
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and a Business After Hours to celebrate Bruning Bank's new location!
Hall County Warriors Memorial
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join the Hall County Warriors and the Sons of the American Legion #53 as they celebrate with a Mountain Oyster Feed. They will also auction a 2016 Grand Hero Jeep Wrangler!
Lutz Webinar: The Financial Access Checklist: Protecting What Matters Most
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Life can change in an instant, and when it does, having access to financial information can make all the difference. Whether it is the loss of a spouse, a divorce, or a sudden health crisis, too many families and business partners find themselves ...
Live Well After Cancer with Survivorship 101
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
CHI Health St. Francis offers Survivorship 101 program for cancer survivors. The free 9-week rehabilitation program is taught by specially trained nurses and mental health practitioners. This program is designed to help individuals regain their ...
Reverse Career Fair
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Employers are invited to connect with talented college students at an upcoming Reverse Career Fair in Grand Island. This event will take place on Tuesday, March 17 from 2 to 4 PM at the Allen Capital Group Conference Room. Students from Wayne State ...
Heartland United Way Campaign Celebration & Annual Meeting
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us to celebrate the generosity and the good being done in Hall, Hamilton, Howard and Merrick Counties to advance health, youth opportunity, financial security, and strengthen local resilience so that all can thrive. All community members, which ...
Primrose Retirement Spring Open House
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Primrose Spring Open House Thursday, March 26, 2026 4:00-6:00 p.m. Meet our team, take a personal tour, enjoy dessert and refreshments, plus register for door prize drawings! The first 15 NEWLY INTRODUCED TO PRIMROSE will be entered into a drawing for ...
Lutz Webinar: Red Flags and Deal Accelerators in Financial Due Diligence
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
When it comes to buying or selling a business, financial due diligence can uncover both warning signs and opportunities that significantly impact value. Overlooked details in quality of earnings reports, hidden liabilities, or gaps in financial ...
16th Annual Race for GRACE
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Be part of the 16th Annual Race for GRACE, a powerful day that brings our community together in support of local cancer patients and their families. Filled with hope, resilience, and purpose, this is a day you won’t want to miss. Registration will open ...
YP: Tri-Cities Day at the Races
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Calling all Grand Island, Kearney, and Hastings Young Professionals! Join us for a warm afternoon of re-connecting at the horse races! This annual event, hosted by the Grand Island Young Professionals, is a great opportunity to meet and network with ...
YP: Nebraska State Fair Appreciation Dinner Volunteers
4:45 PM - 7:00 PM
Join the YP Group for a night at the Nebraska State Fair Appreciation Dinner to give back to the dedicated volunteers for their time and commitment. This evening is dedicated to thanking the volunteers for their incredible support and hard work during ...
Go Big GIVE Pre-Give
12:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Go Big GIVE Pre-Give allows donors to participate in one of central Nebraska's largest giving events early using GoBigGIVE.org. From April 27, 2026 through May 6, 2026, anyone can go to GoBigGIVE.org, find an organization's profile, and make a gift ...
Set Sail for Giving Go Big GIVE Pre-Give Event
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Get ready to once again set sail for giving with a kick off event generously sponsored by Lutz! You can kick off one of the largest giving days in central Nebraska early by making a splash with Go Big GIVE Pre-Give. Go Big GIVE is a 24-hour, online ...
Lutz Webinar: Making the Move: Migrating QuickBooks from Desktop to Online
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Is your business still running on QuickBooks Desktop? With more companies moving to cloud-based solutions, now is the time to consider whether QuickBooks Online is the right fit for you. In this webinar, Client Advisory Services Director Mike Perry ...
Go Big GIVE
Go Big GIVE is a 24-hour, online giving event to grow philanthropy in our communities. The Heartland United Way and the Greater Grand Island Community Foundation partner annually to host this event on the first Thursday in May. Go Big GIVE inspires ...
Lutz Webinar: Building Benefits Packages That Attract & Retain Talent
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Are your benefits truly helping you attract and keep top talent? In today’s competitive market, benefits aren’t just an expense on your P&L; they’re a powerful tool for retention and recruitment. In this webinar, Lutz experts Deanna Pillen and Chris ...
Lutz Webinar: Navigating the Great Wealth Transfer: Is Your Estate Plan Ready?
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
A historic amount of family wealth is beginning to move from one generation to the next. At the same time, there have been major estate and tax law changes for 2026, which will affect how that wealth is preserved and passed on. In this webinar, Lutz ...
GIAEDC & Chamber of Commerce 2026 Annual Meeting
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
GIAEDC & Chamber 2025 Annual Meeting
Lutz Webinar: Understanding Your Numbers: Accounting Basics for Life and Business
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Do your financial statements feel like a foreign language? Understanding the numbers behind your business and personal finances is crucial for making informed decisions. Join Lutz experts Joe Donovan and Steve Nebbia as they break down the fundamentals ...
GIAEDC & Chamber 2026 Golf Outing
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us for our second annual GIAEDC and Chamber 2026 Golf Outing at Indianhead Golf Club.
Lutz Webinar: What's New in Microsoft 365: AI Tools & Productivity Features
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Are you getting the most out of your Microsoft tools? With continuous updates and new AI features rolling out, it’s easy to miss the enhancements that matter. In this webinar, Lutz Tech experts Ryan Wade and German Agraz will highlight the latest ...
Lutz Webinar: Designing a Better Employee Experience from Onboarding to Offboarding
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Employee experience is more than a buzzword, it is the thread that connects recruitment, retention, and culture. From the first day on the job to the final exit interview, every step of the employee journey influences how people view your organization. ...
Harvest of Harmony 2026
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Join us for this year's Harvest of Harmony on October 3, 2026!
Nebraska Facilities Week
Nebraska Facilities Week (NFW) is a statewide collaboration event for administrators, facilities leaders, maintenance teams, and operational staff across sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, public service, and other facility focused industries. ...
Lutz Webinar: NE Sales & Use Tax
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Are you confident your business is keeping up with Nebraska’s latest sales and use tax changes? Even small oversights can lead to costly penalties, which is why staying informed is essential. In this webinar, Lutz experts Stacy Watson and Lindsay Rouse ...
Big Idea Grand Island 2026
4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for the 5th Annual Big Idea Grand Island! Big Idea Grand Island 2026 will award $15,000 worth of prizes to three lucky entrepreneurs. 10 entrepreneurs will be selected to pitch their idea in two minutes or less in our live pitch event. It's a ...
Lutz Webinar: Executive-Level Strategies for Strong Cybersecurity
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
What would happen if your organization experienced a major cyber breach tomorrow? The fallout goes far beyond IT, it can mean financial loss, reputational damage, and legal exposure. In this webinar, Lutz experts Jim DeBoer and Scott Kroeger will ...
Lutz Webinar: Driving Nonprofit Growth Through Effective Board Strategy
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Nonprofit boards play a pivotal role in guiding growth, but the path forward is rarely simple. From funding and staffing constraints to evolving community needs, today’s nonprofits face challenges that require fresh thinking and stronger alignment ...
Lutz Webinar: Understanding Cost Allocation in Construction Accounting
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Cost allocation is one of the most critical elements of construction accounting. Knowing how to properly separate direct and indirect costs not only impacts job costing but also drives more accurate financial reporting and better decision-making. In ...
Lutz Webinar: Year-End Tax Update for Business Owners & Individuals
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Tax season is right around the corner, and year-end planning can make a big difference in how prepared you feel heading into 2027. In this webinar, Lutz experts Dan Sweeney, Leslie Masek, and John Hundtoft will walk through recent federal and Nebraska ...