Check out the fun: Lincoln hosts Project NO Street Block Party
See photos as the city hosts a Project NO Street Block Party o Thursday, April 30, 2026 at the intersection of O and 14th streets in downtown Lincoln. To coincide with improvements to the Boehmer Street Music District, the city invited residents to a free concert/block party with local bands AM/FM and the Church of Blues, featuring “The Voice” competitors Jadyn Cree Olesen and Josh Hoyer, respectively.
Willie Brown, left, and her husband, Robert Brown, dance to some music from AM/FM during the Project NO Street Block Party on Thursday at 14th and O streets. To coincide with improvements to the Boehmer Street Music District, the city invited residents to a free gathering with local bands AM/FM and the Church of Blues, featuring “The Voice” competitors Jadyn Cree Olesen and Josh Hoyer, respectively. ”We are loving this — this is so great for Lincoln to come together.” Robert Brown said. “We like to dance,” Willie chimed in.
A view of the crowd from the top level of the University Square Garage during the Project NO Street Block Party on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the intersection of 14th and O Street(s) in Lincoln. To coincide with improvements to the Boehmer Street Music District, the city invited residents to a free concert/block party with local bands AM/FM and the Church of Blues, featuring “The Voice” competitors Jadyn Cree Olesen and Josh Hoyer, respectively.
AM/FM members, including “The Voice” competitor Jadyn Cree Olesen (left) drummer/vocalist John Lefler (center) and guitar/vocalist Cole Moore (right) perform during the Project NO Street Block Party on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the intersection of 14th and O Street(s) in Lincoln. To coincide with improvements to the Boehmer Street Music District, the city invited residents to a free concert/block party with local bands AM/FM and the Church of Blues, featuring “The Voice” competitors Jadyn Cree Olesen and Josh Hoyer, respectively.
Lon Flagtwet (right) gestures with his drink as he chats with Diane Gonzolas (left) during the Project NO Street Block Party on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the intersection of 14th and O Street(s) in Lincoln. To coincide with improvements to the Boehmer Street Music District, the city invited residents to a free concert/block party with local bands AM/FM and the Church of Blues, featuring “The Voice” competitors Jadyn Cree Olesen and Josh Hoyer, respectively.
AM/FM member and “The Voice” competitor Jadyn Cree Olesen performs during the Project NO Street Block Party on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the intersection of 14th and O Street(s) in Lincoln. To coincide with improvements to the Boehmer Street Music District, the city invited residents to a free concert/block party with local bands AM/FM and the Church of Blues, featuring “The Voice” competitors Jadyn Cree Olesen and Josh Hoyer, respectively.
Matt Kracl (left) and his fiancee, Chris Harvey (right), sip their drinks on the fence as the band plays during the Project NO Street Block Party on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the intersection of 14th and O Street(s) in Lincoln. To coincide with improvements to the Boehmer Street Music District, the city invited residents to a free concert/block party with local bands AM/FM and the Church of Blues, featuring “The Voice” competitors Jadyn Cree Olesen and Josh Hoyer, respectively.
Lincoln Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird embraces an event staff member during the Project NO Street Block Party on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the intersection of 14th and O Street(s) in Lincoln. To coincide with improvements to the Boehmer Street Music District, the city invited residents to a free concert/block party with local bands AM/FM and the Church of Blues, featuring “The Voice” competitors Jadyn Cree Olesen and Josh Hoyer, respectively.
Partygoers stand on the sidewalk marked with paint to indicate utilities beneath the ground during the Project NO Street Block Party on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the intersection of 14th and O Street(s) in Lincoln. To coincide with improvements to the Boehmer Street Music District, the city invited residents to a free concert/block party with local bands AM/FM and the Church of Blues, featuring “The Voice” competitors Jadyn Cree Olesen and Josh Hoyer, respectively.
Amy Larson (right) dances in her seat during the Project NO Street Block Party on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the intersection of 14th and O Street(s) in Lincoln. To coincide with improvements to the Boehmer Street Music District, the city invited residents to a free concert/block party with local bands AM/FM and the Church of Blues, featuring “The Voice” competitors Jadyn Cree Olesen and Josh Hoyer, respectively.
Libby Wills (right) dances with her 3-year-old son Eliliott Wills (center) during the Project NO Street Block Party on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the intersection of 14th and O Street(s) in Lincoln. To coincide with improvements to the Boehmer Street Music District, the city invited residents to a free concert/block party with local bands AM/FM and the Church of Blues, featuring “The Voice” competitors Jadyn Cree Olesen and Josh Hoyer, respectively.
AM/FM plays during the Project NO Street Block Party on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the intersection of 14th and O Street(s) in Lincoln. To coincide with improvements to the Boehmer Street Music District, the city invited residents to a free concert/block party with local bands AM/FM and the Church of Blues, featuring “The Voice” competitors Jadyn Cree Olesen and Josh Hoyer, respectively.
A view of the crowd from the top level of the University Square Garage during the Project NO Street Block Party on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the intersection of 14th and O Street(s) in Lincoln. To coincide with improvements to the Boehmer Street Music District, the city invited residents to a free concert/block party with local bands AM/FM and the Church of Blues, featuring “The Voice” competitors Jadyn Cree Olesen and Josh Hoyer, respectively.
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