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Hands-on-Habitat at Fontenelle Forest – August 19, 9:30 – 11 a.m. (FREE with Registration)
- Fun educational, hands-on classes sponsored by ParentSavvy for pre-school age children and parents, offered Free up to 3 times/year with registration.
- August 19 – Snail Tales
- September 16 – Turtle Time
Starlight Movie: Inside Out at Sumtur Amphitheater – August 19, 8:30 p.m., FREE
- Gates open at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dusk.
Arrows to Aerospace, Bellevue – August 19 – 20
- Parade, pancake feed, pet show, activities for children, entertainment, food, and fun in Washington Park in Olde Towne Bellevue.
Greek Festival – August 19 – 21
- Taste Greek Food, experience Greek music and culture with Greek Dancing, children’s activities, and more.
- Admission: Adults – $3.00 at the gate (or Free Admission with Canned Goods Donation or downloadable ticket from their website.)
- Location: St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church (St. Mary Ave & Park Drive)
Family Fun at Two Rivers State Recreation Area – Fridays and Saturdays in August (except August 26th)
- Enjoy special events and activities. Visit the Outdoor Calendar for dates, times, and details.
- A Park Entry Permit is required.
Arts For All Round Up – August 20, 9 – 11 a.m., FREE
- FREE mini-lessons in art, dance, & music in Bellevue (7308 S 42nd Street).
A.V. Sorensen Branch 40th Anniversary Celebration – August 20, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., FREE
- Enjoy a reception with cake and refreshments, as well as a make & take craft.
Family Pirate Party at Bellevue Public Library – POSTPONED
- Dress up as a pirate and come for pirate story time and activities.
Crafts for Kids – Saturdays
- Michaels Kids Club – 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., $2
- Lakeshore Learning Center – 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., FREE
Where Books and Art Meet (Registration Required) – August 20 (2:30 – 3:30 p.m.), FREE
- Explore your creative side every week with art projects based on books and illustrations. Classes are taught by professional artists and art teachers in partnership with Arts For All. For children ages 8-12. Location: South Omaha Library.
StoneBridge Fireworks Bonanza – August 20, 6 – 10 p.m., FREE (CHANGE OF DATE)
- Enjoy good food, lots of games, live music and professional fireworks at dusk.
- CHANGE OF DATE – Due to weather forecast, this event has been moved to Saturday, August 20th.
Ice Skating Open House – August 14 and 21, 12 – 2 p.m.
- Join the Figure Skating Club of Omaha for a fun and free day of ice skating lessons (skate rental is extra and available at both locations), giveaways, and refreshments.
- Sunday, August 14 (Baxter Arena) and Sunday, August 21st (Motto McLean Ice Arena)
FREE Summer Concerts continue (Last weekend for many!)
FRIDAYS
- Sounds of Summer Concert Series at Shadow Lake Towne Center – Fridays, May 27 – August 19, 2016; 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
- CANCELED – Bridge Beats Friday Night Music Series – Every other Friday, June 10 – August 19, 2016; 6 – 9:30 p.m., Bob Kerrey Bridge Plaza (Omaha’s side)
- Friday Night Concerts in Rockbrook Village – Fridays, June 3 – August 26, 2016; 7-8 p.m.
SATURDAYS
- The Vibes at Village Pointe – Saturdays, May 28 – August 20, 2016; 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
LEGO Build Event at Barnes & Noble – August 20, 4 p.m.
- Kids ages 6 and up are invited to explore their creativity on this entertaining, team-building occasion.
Kid’s Dream Summer Film Series at Marcus Theaters – June 12 – August 24, 2016 (Sundays, Mondays & Wednesdays at 10 a.m.); Admission: $3
- In Omaha, participating theaters include Majestic, Village Pointe and Twin Creek in Bellevue.
- For FREE tickets: Visit one of the participating agents at American Family Insurance or just click here!
- August 21-22, 24: Rio 2
WorldFest at the Omaha Children’s Museum – August 21 & 28, 1 – 3 p.m.
- Features Omaha’s sister cities around the world. Receive a “passport” to get it stamped at each area and enjoy each city’s activities, crafts, games, performances and traditional food tastings. Included with regular museum admission.
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Have a wonderful fun-filled weekend!