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Kids Funfare at Regency Court – Thursdays, June 2 – July 28, 10-11 a.m., FREE
- FREE Fun activities weekly in Regency Center Court.
National Donut Day – Friday, June 3
- Celebrate National Donut Day this Friday, June 3, with these fun specials at participating locations!
Omaha Public Library Summer Reading Program Kick Off Parties – June 3 – 4
- W. Dale Clark Main Library: Friday, June 3, 2016; 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Elkhorn Branch: Friday, June 3, 2016; 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Learning Community Center: North Omaha (1612 N. 24th Street): Friday, June 3, 2016; 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
- All other branches: Saturday, June 4, 2016; 1 – 3 p.m.
See more Local and National Summer Reading Programs here including more Kick-Off Parties:
- Gretna Kick-Off Party: Friday, June 3, starting at 6:30 p.m. at Thomas Elementary’s Gym (1221 Northridge Dr., Gretna)
- Barnes & Noble Triathlon Opening Ceremonies on Saturday, June 4th – Find a Store
- Biggest Storytime of the Summer and Kick-Off of Summer Reading Program: Sunday, June 5 at 2 p.m. Location: Westwood Plaza, 12355 W. Center Rd.
Disney’s The Little Mermaid Opens at The Rose Theater – June 3 – June 26
- One of Disney’s all-time favorites comes to life in this Broadway musical adaptation with all your favorite songs and characters!
- Join in the Omaha Treasure Hunt with The Rose Theater, The Durham Museum, and The Omaha Children’s Museum!
Loessfest in Council Bluffs at Tom Hanafan River’s Edge Park – May 28 – June 5, 2016
- Thursday, June 2: Throwback Thursday: The Return of Sprite Night
- Friday, June 3 – Sunday, June 5: Taste of Omaha
- Sunday, June 5: Golffest
Elkhorn Days – June 3 – 5, 2016
- Two Family Fun Festivals, Bike Rodeo, dodgeball tournament, fireworks, and more.
- Parade – Saturday, June 4, 10:30 a.m.
See more Community Celebrations here!
Starlight Movie Series at Sumtur Amphitheater – May 27 – August 19, 2016; FREE
- Enjoy free family movies under the stars. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. with movies starting at dusk.
- June 3: Hotel Transylvania 2 (PG)
Movie Nights at Camp Fontanelle – Fridays, May 20 – August 26, 2016 (every 2 weeks); Free Will Donation
- Bring a lawn chair and/or blanket, bug spray, and campfire fare and enjoy an outdoor movie.
- Zip lines will be open for 1 hour prior to the start time of each movie. Minors must have waiver filled out by adult guardian. Cost: $10/person for two 350 ft. rides.
- No movies will be shown if the weather is rainy. Due to copyright issues, titles may not be shared publicly, but can be received by emailing [email protected].
- Date and Approximate Start Time:
- June 3 – 9:25 p.m.
Drive-In Theater at Sokol Park – June 2 – August 5, 2016; $5-$10 per carload depending on the feature
- Tickets are on sale now by clicking the desired movie poster and are highly recommended.
- Gates open at 7 p.m. each night and shows start at dusk.
- Food truck and concession stand with hot food, popcorn, and refreshments available.
- June 2nd: Finding Nemo
- June 5th: The Goonies
Coming Up! – Monday Night at the Movies at Midtown Crossing – Mondays, June 6 – July 25, 2016; FREE
- Monday nights at sunset in Turner Park. Free Parking.
- June 6: Inside Out (PG)
See more Free or Cheap Summer Movies here!
Water Fun
Many Pools and Waterparks open this Weekend and many Spraygrounds opened on Memorial Day!
Kids Workshops at Home Depot – Saturday, June 4, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., FREE
- Kids can join in the hands-on workshop and build a Father’s Day Trophy Smart Phone Holder.
Crafts for Kids – Saturdays
- Mangelsen’s –
10 a.m. – 2 p.m., FREE(No Class this Week) - Michaels Kids Club – 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., $2
- Lakeshore Learning Center – 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., FREE
Animals and Autos Day at Gifford Farm – Saturday, June 4, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., $5
- Check out the classic autos and then walk the farm and visit the animals. $5/each ages 2 & up. 1/2 price with military ID. Dad’s admission $2. Cash or check only.
SAFE Event at Salvation Army Kroc Center – Saturday, June 4, 1 – 4 p.m., FREE
- Families will enjoy some safe fun with Omaha’s Police Officers. Also includes clowns, face painting, games, prizes and food. (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Midwestern Tree Climbing Competition at Hanscom Park – Saturday, June 4, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Watch the Midwest’s best at the Midwestern Chapter Tree Climbing Championship. There will be a bounce house, rock wall and more from 9 .a.m – 2 p.m.
Moo at the Zoo – June 4 – 5, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Get up close to multiple breeds of dairy cows and play carnival games and life-size checkers, as well as airbrush tattoos, music and much more. Included with regular Zoo admission or membership.
Family Skate at Motto McLean Ice Arena – Sundays, June 5, 12, 19, 26; 3:15 – 5:15 p.m.
- $10 for family of 4, $3 for additional person. Price includes: admission, skate rentals, and drink.
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Have a wonderful fun-filled weekend!