Best Things to Do in June in Omaha

• Ages 13-18.  Will you be the last survivor?  Teens will complete challenges to collect totems and try to be the last on standing.  Snacks provided. Register my Monday, June 3.
• Location: La Vista Public Library, 9110 Giles Rd., La Vista, NE 68128

June 6th – Machine Embroidery Class – 6:30-8:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Come by the Makerspace and learn how to embroider your name on fabric! Choose from a selection of fonts and colors, and build your skills with our embroidery machine.  This class is free and open to the public – ages 14+.
• Location: Council Bluffs Public Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

June 3rd – 8th – Do Space Summer Passport Take & Make: DIY Compass – FREE

• Discover your sense of adventure with our DIY Compass Take and Make kit! This fun and educational activity allows you to create your very own working compass. Perfect for kids and adults alike, this kit includes all the materials you need, along with easy-to-follow instructions. Pick up your kit today and learn how to navigate the world around you, enhancing your understanding of direction and magnetism while enjoying a hands-on crafting experience
• Location: Do Space – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE

June 7th – National Donut Day 

• Celebrate National Donut Day on Friday, June 7, 2024, with these fun specials at participating locations!

June 8th – Teen NERF Nights – 5:30-7:30pm – FREE

• Bring your buds and battle it out in the library stacks. They will have NERF guns available to use, or feel free to bring your own. Snacks are provided
• Location: Baright Public Library – 5555 S 77th St, Omaha, NE 68127

June 7th – Bilingual Music & Movement Storytime – 9:30-10:00am – FREE

• Music & Movement focuses on early literacy skills through simple songs, dance, play and short stories designed for active toddlers and their participating caregiver(s).  This special Bilingual Music & Movement has an emphasis on French.
• Location: Saddlebrook Branch – 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE 68116

June 7th – Donuts with Grownups – 9:30-11:30am – FREE

• Enjoy a delicious donut alongside your grownup, while you listen to a special donut themed storytime. At the conclusion of storytime, enjoy a variety of crafting stations, while supplies last.
• Location: Saddlebrook Branch– 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE 68116

June 7th – Messy Play Day – 10:00-12:00am – FREE

• Come and get messy at the library! They will have fun stations set up outside the library where you can explore and get dirty. Washing station available. Bring your own towel!  If bad weather, reschedule date is June 29th
• Location: Sump Memorial Library – 222 N. Jefferson St. Papillion, NE 68046

June 7th – Molecular Mayhem – 10:30-11:30am – FREE

• Explore what happens to molecules when they are put to the test with the Omaha Children’s Museum. Watch liquids become solids, soap become fluffy, and chip bags shrink in this show all about molecules and chemical reactions!  This program is geared for kids grades K-5, but all ages are welcome!
• Location: Downtown Branch – 1401 Jones St, Omaha, NE 68102

June 7th – Wildlife Encounters with Gretna Public Library – 10:30-11:30am & 6:30-7:30pm – FREE

• Learn from these captivating animal ambassadors! All special Friday performances take place at the Gretna United Methodist Church, 11457 S. 204th St. Performances last 45-60 minutes. Please sit with your children. Suggested for Ages 3+. Please attend either the 10:30 show OR the 6:30 show.
• Location: Gretna United Methodist Church – 11457 S 204th St, Gretna, NE 68028

June 7th – Paint the Park with Chalk Paint at Southwind Park – 10:30am – FREE

June 7th – Decorate A Donut & Storytime – 11:00am – FREE

• Let’s celebrate National Donut Day!! Join The Learning Express us for a fun craft that is good enough to eat!! Decorate your very own delicious donut while you hear the story “If You Give a Dog a Donut” It’s a FREE all ages event. First come first serve while supplies last
• Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

June 7th – Do Space Summer Passport Drop-in: StoryMaps – 1:00-2:30pm – FREE

• work on place-based storytelling and learn how to use maps to tell stories. This is an intro-level storytelling class through a free GIS (graphic information system). This is a drop-in program; no registration is required.
• Location: Do Space – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE

June 8th – JCPenney Kids Zone: Rocket Photo Frame with Father’s Day Card – 11:00am-12:00pm – FREE

• Kids can create a rocket photo frame with a card for dad for Father’s Day.
• Location: All JCPenney locations.
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June 8th – Butterfly Release Party – 10:00am – FREE

• First ever ‘Butterfly Release Party’ in the Shadow Lake Texas Roadhouse Amphitheater. Over 600 butterflies will be released into the wild! Bluey will make a special appearance, as well as face painters, a henna tattoo artist and much more. Breakfast from the Pancake Man will be available for purchase. Event will last about one hour.  Event will be in the middle of the mall in the Amphitheater
• Location: Shadow Lake Towne Center Amphitheater – 7775 Olson Drive, Papillion, NE

June 8th – Kids’ Fishing Derby at Arrowhead Park – 10:00am-12:00pm – FREE with Park Entry

• Bring the entire family to Arrowhead Park for a morning of fishing fun in the sun on Saturday, June 8th at 10:00 a.m. (Please note the time change from previous years). – This event is held in conjunction with Iowa’s free fishing weekend, which means a license is not required for Iowa residents. All other IDNR fishing regulations apply. – Children must bring their own fishing pole and bait to join in the fishing derby fun. Some bait will be provided. – Children must be under 16 years of age to participate. – Every child entered in the derby will receive a snack and prizes are awarded in several categories. Pre-registration is not required for this event, although free-will donations will be gratefully accepted & used to fund additional free, low-cost public programming at your county parks. A $3 per vehicle entry fee or Pottawattamie Conservation membership is required to participate. Please note that this event is weather permitting.
• Location: Arrowhead Park – 29357 310th St, Neola, IA

June 6-9th – Elkhorn Days

• Elkhorn Days is an annual celebration of the Elkhorn, NE, area that takes place the 2nd weekend of June each year. The event includes the area’s largest parade, live music, vendor booths, kids and family activities, Corn Hole and 3-on-3 basketball tournaments, a car show, and much more!
• Friday – Fantasy Drone Show
• Saturday – Parade

June 6-9th – Bellevue Rocks The Riverfront

• Thursday – Family Discount Carnival Night night will feature music from popular local bands (Dysfunction & Red Delicious) and the first night of the fabulous, large and family friendly, Heart of America Carnival
• Friday – Amazing music from two nationally known tribute bands: Resurrection, A Tribute to Journey will kick off the evening followed by The Ultimate King of Pop, A tribute to Michael Jackson closing out the evening.
• Saturday – If you like Country Music, this is your night
• Location: American Heroes Park – 41°08’23.”N 95°53′.”W, County Hwy H10, Bellevue, NE 68005

June 6-9th – Blair’s Gateway to the West Days: Beach Party

• Full Schedule
• Saturday: Car Show, Craft & Vendor Fair, Carnival, and Parade
• Location: Washington County NE Chamber of Commerce – 1646 Washington St., Blair, NE

June 7th-9th – Jurassic Quest – $20-$45/Ticket

• Kids Unlimited Ticket includes admission, unlimited access to stationery and walking dinosaur rides, fossil dig, and most dinosaur themed inflatable attractions. Plus, one visit to excavation station. 
• Location: Chi Health Center Omaha – 455 N 10th St, Omaha, NE

June 7-9th – Springfield Days

• Hometown parade, kiddie parade, kid’s games, beer garden, and fireworks!

June 7-9th – 50th Annual Omaha Summer Arts Festival 

• All of your favorites return with 135 artists from throughout the U.S. AND from right here in Omaha; a stage featuring dozens of talented local musicians; a huge, hands-on Children’s Fair and Young Artist Exhibition; and some of the best food in Omaha. Plus, don’t miss the return of the mural cubes!
• Location: Aksarben Village – 67th & Center, Omaha, NE

June 8th & 9th – Omaha Potter Faire – 11:00am – 6:00pm – Tickets Required

• What can you expect? -Butterbeer! The Garbled Owl Butterbeer Shoppe will be on site serving their very own Butterscotch Beer (non-alcoholic), on tap! -Vendors offering wands, stuffed owls, and so much more! See the Vendor Page for details -Delicious food served by the Bellevue Berry Farm -Costumed characters roaming the Faire and teaching classes, courtesy of the Great Hall Players -Children’s activities including licensed Harry Potter coloring pages, giant bubbles, board games, and more, hosted by the Pirates of the Black Flag -Costume contests for both children and adults, with fabulous prizes -Fabulous circus performances -Unicorn rides.
• Location: Bellevue Berry Farm – 11001 S 48th St, Papillion, NE 68133

June 8th & 9th – Midwest Fest! – 10:00am-4:00pm – $10-$18/Ticket (12 and under FREE)

• Formally known as HutchFest, which started in 2016, Midwest Fest is an annual maker fair created out of the passion to provide local makers with a marketplace to sell their goods. Teri and the Made in Omaha team have grown this event over the last 7 years, and are excited about what 2024 has in store: a NEW name + new look, new event location, multiple dates and exciting community partnerships.
• Location: Heartland of America Park at The RiverFront – 800 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

June 10th – Music with Lori Lynn! – 10:30-11:00am – FREE

• 30 minutes of singing and musical fun with Lori Lynn from Overall Buddies! Most appropriate for kids ages 5 and younger and an adult companion.  In the event of inclement weather, this program will move to Library Meeting Room A.
• Location: Bayliss Park – 100 Pearl Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

June 10th – Choose Your Own Adventure – 1:00-2:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Join OPL on a Choose Your Own Adventure journey as we experience the Magic Tree House series. Participants will decide where the story goes. Each choice will lead to a craft or activity that will change the story and lead to another decision. See if you can make it to the end!  This event is designed for kids ages 6–12 years.
• Locations: Abrahams Branch – 5111 N. 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

June 10th – Graham Cracker Beach Houses – 2:00pm – FREE

June 14th – Fontenelle Forest: Critters on the Go – 10:30-11:30am – FREE

• Come face to face with some of the amazing critters you can find in the forest and learn all about why they are so neat!  This program will be followed by a free sack lunch for kids ages 1-18. Lunch is provided by the Council Bluffs Community School District.
• Location: Cochran Park – 100 South 21st Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

June 14th – Make a Father’s Day Mug – 11:00am – FREE

• Dad’s love a good cup o’ joe!! What better way to celebrate those special daddio’s in our lives than a special hand decorated mug by his favorite kiddos! A gift he can cherish for a lifetime!! This is a FREE all ages event!! First come, first serve while supplies last
• Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

June 14th – Lunch Bunch and Ice Cream Social meet at Southwind Park – 11:30am – FREE

June 14th – Wild Robot Escape Room– 1:00-2:15pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Are you ready to crack codes, solve puzzles, and outsmart the room to break free? You will be “locked” in a meeting room with puzzles, clues (and a few hints) to see if you have the smarts to figure out how to get out of our escape room!  This escape room is based on the best-selling Wild Robot series by Peter Brown. There will be two escape rooms, one at 1:00pm and one at 1:45pm, for participants ages 6-10. Try to escape this summer!
• Location: Willa Cather Branch – 1905 S. 44th St, Omaha, NE 68105

June 14th – Father’s Day Craft Event for Kids! – 4:00-7:30pm – $10/pp

• Bring the kids Friday June 14th to Homespun Trading Post for a Father’s Day Craft Event! The event runs from 4-7:30 PM and kids will have the opportunity to create a “Best Dad Ever Hands Down” wooden plaque with their handprints.
• Location: Homespun Trading Post – 2012 N 117th St #102, Omaha, NE 68164

June 14th – Moonlight Movies: Wonka  –  8:00-11:00pm – FREE

• Join La Vista Public Library outdoors for free movies on the big screen. Blankets, chairs, and picnics are encouraged. Supporting community partner Alamo Drafthouse Cinema will provide prizes for raffle drawings before each show.
• Location: La Vista Public Library – 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE

June 15th – 2nd Annual Ava’s Army Color Run – 8:15am-12:00pm – $40-$50/pp

• 2nd Annual Ava’s Army Color Run at Stinson Park! Walk or run! At each mile marker, participants will be doused from head to toe in a different colored powder. Participants will receive white Ava’s Army shirts in their registration packets and by the finish of the race will be plastered in color. Once the race is over, the fun continues at the Finish Festival, a fun party equipped with music, dancing, games, coffee truck, Kona Ice, color explosions, kids activities, vendor booths, and more! We will also be having a fun warm up dance before the color explosions begin.
• Location: Stinson Park – 6628 Center St, Omaha, NE 68106

June 15th – Juneteenth Parade – 10:00am

• Location: The parade route is North 24th Street, Lake to Sprague.

June 15th – Omaha Freedom Festival – 12:00pm-Midnight

• Noon-5:00pm: Kidz Zone / Family Activities, Educational / Community Info, Free Health Screenings, Vaccine Station, Local Artists / Musicians, Food & Beverage Vendors Available.
• 7:00-Midnight: Concert
• Location: 3448 Evans St, Omaha, NE 68111

June 15th – Spring Into Summer Open House – 12:00pm – FREE

• KAT 103.7 and 99.9 KGOR radio stations broadcasting LIVE!  Spin the Prize Wheel for a chance to win free prizes and movie passes for Disney/Pixar’s Inside Out 2 screening at B&B Oak View Plaza 14 on Tuesday, June 18th at 6:00pm!  Don’t miss out on the excitement! Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day!
• Location: Lakeside Plaza – 17370 Lakeside Hills Plz, Omaha, NE 68130

June 15th – Juneteenth Joyfest – 12:00-4:00pm – FREE (Donations Welcome)

• Juneteenth Joy Fest is a family-friendly Arts & Cultural Festival honoring the history of Juneteenth while supporting Black artists, entrepreneurs, and businesses in North Omaha.
• Location: 24th & Ohio Street

June 15th – Kids Day on the Air – 1:00-6:00pm – FREE

• Want your child or you to learn about and embrace a new powerful hobby? Learn to communicate better? Speak on the radio with others across the country and the world? Make new friends? Start to learn to understand electromagnetic waves propagation? Become ready to help out with communication in emergencies?   You can come to Yates Illuminates (3260 Davenport) Saturday, June 15, between 1:00 and 6:00, for American Radio Relay League’s and The Science Club’s Kids Day on the Air, facilitated by Licensed Amateur Radio operators from Greater Omaha. 
• Location: Yates Illuminates – 3260 Davenport St, Omaha

June 15th – Fairy Garden Homes – 1:30pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Ages 8+.  Bring your own small clay pot or use a donated cake pan and create a fun little home for some fairies.  The library will provide other materials.  Register by June 11
• Location: La Vista Public Library – 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE 68128

June 15th – Big Play Saturday: Foam Party! – 2:00-3:30pm – FREE

• Let the frothy fun fly! Our friends from Foamaha will be throwing a foam party in Fat Brain Toys parking lot, and you’re invited! There will be beach music, FREE snow cones, and of course, lots and lots of FOAM. What a fun way to kick off the summer!
• Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118

June 15th – Super Saturday: Nebraska Writers Collective Movie – 2:00-4:00pm – FREE

• View a screening of Louder Than a Bomb, a documentary about the annual Chicago Slam Poetry contest. Afterwards, enjoy a poetry reading by local poets! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades.
• Location: Council Bluffs Public Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

June 15th – Live Music with Bryan Lidgett at Ditmars – 2:00-5:00pm

• Local singer-songwriter playing a variety of music from country to rock and roll.
• Location: Ditmars Orchard – 19475 225th St, Council Bluffs, Iowa 51503

June 15th – Stargazing at Neale Woods – 8:30-10:30pm – $15/Members, $25/Non-Members [REGISTER]

• Fontenelle Forest is partnering with the Omaha Astronomical Society to bring you four Stargazing Events that include a brief night hike followed by viewing constellations and stars with scopes.  Please feel free to bring a lawn chair to sit while stargazing. Please be prepared to carry your lawn chair(s) to our stargazing location.
• Location: Neale Woods Nature Reserve – 14323 Edith Marie Ave, Omaha, NE 68112

June 12-16th – Papillion Days 2024

• The 77th Annual Papillion Days celebration! Register to be a vendor, purchase carnival wristbands, or view a full schedule of events through the link below.  2024 Parade Theme: Red, White, & Blue

June 13 – 16 – Finding Nemo Jr.– Times Vary [REGISTER]

• Sensory-Friendly Performance–OCP will host a sensory-friendly performance of Finding Nemo, JR. on Saturday, June 15 at 2 p.m. for those with sensory sensitivities.
• The beloved 2003 Disney Pixar movie Finding Nemo comes to the stage! Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo JR. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship and adventure.
• Location: Howard Drew Theatre, Omaha Community Playhouse – 6915 Cass St, Omaha, NE 68132

Father’s Day Events

June 15th – 16th – Father’s Day Classic Car Show –  9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Included with admission

• Join us at the SAC Aerospace Museum for a spectacular journey through time with our Father’s Day Classic Car Show Weekend on June 15th and 16th, 2024. This cherished annual event celebrates American automotive excellence, showcasing nearly 90 years of engineering marvels and innovative design.
• Immerse yourself in the seamless blend of history as classic American-made cars stand parked alongside our esteemed collection of aircraft and aerospace artifacts. This unique setting within the Museum provides an unparalleled backdrop, inviting guests to explore the intersections of land and air engineering achievements.
• Location: SAC Museum – 28210 W. Park Hwy., Ashland, NE

June 15th & 16th – Strawberry Festival at Nelson’s Produce Farm – 9:00am-5:00pm – $15/pp

• Join Nelson Produce Farm for a ‘BERRY’ good time during our 6th Annual Strawberry Festival! Delight in the joy of hand-picking your own strawberries straight from the vine. Quench your thirst with one of our famous strawberry-lemonade slushies! You’ll want to stop and enjoy a delicious array of strawberry treats! They’ve got strawberry ice cream, strawberry nachos, irresistible donuts, and heavenly fudge. Jump on our NEW strawberry jumping pillow, interact with Sandy the Strawberry, or get your face painted. Visit the barn to get an up close and personal look at our newest baby farm animals. It’s a guaranteed fun time on the farm, and we can’t wait to launch summer with our Strawberry Festival!
• Location: Nelson’s Produce Farm – 10505 N 234 St. Valley, NE 68064

June 15th & 16th – Strawberry Festival at Ditmars – 10:00am-6:00pm – $15/Single, $55/Family

• 1st EVER Strawberry Festival and come celebrate all things STRAWBERRY!  By purchasing your advanced ticket you will receive- admission for 1 person, a quart of strawberries and a delicious strawberry doughnut!
• Location: Ditmars Orchard – 19475 225th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

June 16th – Father’s Day Fun at the Tree Adventure – All Day – Dad’s Half-Price Admission

• Treat Dad to a special day of exploring trails and playing among the trees! Take part in mud painting and a nature scavenger hunt that will take you throughout the Tree Adventure. You can even build your own nature boat and race it down the South Table Creek.
• Location: Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure – 2611 Arbor Ave, Nebraska City, NE 68410

June 17th – Meet a Real Mascot and Handler with Stormy and Hoot – 10:30-11:00am – FREE

• A meet-and-greet with Stormy from the Omaha Storm Chasers (baseball) and Hoot from the Omaha Union (soccer). We’ll listen to a story and hear all about what it’s like to be a mascot handler for games at Werner Park.  In the event of inclement weather, this program will move to Library Meeting Room B.
• Location: Bayliss Park – 100 Pearl Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51503.

June 17th – Make an Ocean Sensory Bin – 11:00am – FREE

• Dive into an underwater adventure as we create our very own Ocean Sensory Bins!! Delve into the smooth, prickly, gritty textures of sea creatures, coral reef , sand and water!! This is a FREE all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last
• Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

June 17th – Nebraska Enterprise Fund: Juneteenth Celebration – 11:30am-1:30pm

• Join us in honoring Juneteenth with an engaging panel discussion highlighting black-owned small businesses. Listen to their inspiring stories of achievement and discover the positive influence they have had on our community. Experience the soulful tunes of Enjoli & Timeless live, and treat yourself to delectable soul food and refreshing drinks for sale. Make sure not to overlook this chance to celebrate resilience, entrepreneurship, and community.
• Location: Nebraska Enterprise Fund – 2112 N 30th St, Omaha, NE 68111

June 17th – Out & About Storytime at Joslyn Castle & Gardens – 5:30-6:30pm – FREE

• Join OPL at “Once Upon a Time at the Castle” for storytime and activities, featuring stories, creative movement, music and more. Storytime is geared towards children ages 2-8, but all ages are welcome. Bring your own blanket and snacks and meet us in the gardens!  Rain or shine, we’ll be there!
• Location: Joslyn Castle & Gardens – 3902 Davenport St, Omaha NE 68131

June 17th – The 484^th Army Concert Band – 7:00-8:30pm – FREE

• The Concert Band is one of the professional performing ensembles that make up the 484^th Army Band from Milwaukee, WI.  This 36 member group has delighted audiences in Germany, Romania, Belgium, Holland, Alaska, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Missouri, New York, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, and Virginia, as well as their home states of Wisconsin and Illinois since 1943.  
• Location: SumTur Amphitheater – 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion, NE

Through June 23rd/24th – College World Series – Game Times Vary – Tickets Required

• Location: Charles Schwab Field – 1200 Mike Fahey St, Omaha, NE 68102

June 17th – 22nd – Do Space Summer Passport Take & Make: Thaumatropes – FREE

• Get creative with our Take and Make Kit featuring a classic thaumatrope! This kit includes everything you need to craft your own optical toy: pre-cut discs, strings, and markers for decorating. Simply follow the included instructions to draw different images on each side of the discs, assemble your thaumatrope, and watch the magic happen as you spin it. Perfect for all ages, this kit offers a fun and educational way to explore the principles of early animation. Pick up your kit today and discover the fascinating world of optical illusions!
• Location: Do Space – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE

June 18th – Build A Lava Lamp – 3:00-5:00pm – FREE

• Illuminate your room in a groovy light with a self-built lava light! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
• Location: Council Bluffs Public Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

June 18th & 25th – Storytime at Bayliss Park – 10:30-11:00am – FREE

• Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and join us for stories, songs, and fun. Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion. The same theme repeats throughout the week.  In the event of inclement weather, this program will move to Library Meeting Room A.
• Location: Bayliss Park – 100 Pearl Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

June 18th – Toddler Tuesday: Jellyfish with Miss Tina! – 10:30-11:30am – FREE

• Let’s learn about Jellyfish! Miss Tina will share an exciting jellyfish story, kids will get to stretch those muscles with some sea-creature-themed yoga, then it’s time to get creative with a cute jellyfish craft activity. It’s all jelly, no sting!
• Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118

June 18th – Do Space Summer Passport Drop-in: Animation AI – 1:00-2:30pm – FREE

• Dive into the fascinating world where creativity meets technology, and learn how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing animation. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, you’ll explore cutting-edge AI tools and techniques to bring your animated characters and stories to life.
• Location: Do Space – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE

June 18th – Makerspace at Florence Branch – 1:00-3:00pm – FREE

• Enjoy a creative crafting workshop featuring button making and perler beads! This workshop is designed for participants of all ages, providing a space to explore your artistic side and create unique pieces to take home.
• Locations: Florence Branch – 2920 Bondesson St, Omaha, NE 68112

June 18th & 24th – Salt Dough Fossils – 2:00-3:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Join OPL for a prehistoric adventure with dinosaur fossils! Come make a batch of salt dough and use it to create your own dinosaur fossils and footprints! This event is recommended for children ages 5–13 years and is free. All supplies, excluding final baking, will be included.
• Locations:
  • 18th: Swanson Branch – 9101 W. Dodge Rd, Omaha, NE 68114
  • 24th (1:00-2:00pm): Abrahams Branch – 5111 N. 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

June 18th – Mario Kart Tournament for Teens – 2:00-4:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Join OPL for a Mario Kart tournament at Millard Branch. We will be playing the game on Nintendo Switch. This program is for teens ages 12-18. Registration is required.
• Locations: Millard Branch – 13214 Westwood Ln, Omaha, NE 68144

June 18th – Design It! Hydro Dipping – 3:30-4:30pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Hydro Dipping is the process by which a paint is applied to a fluid surface such as water. The surface tension of the liquid allows the paint to conform to any object, from Crocs to 3D printed objects! Come learn this unique method of painting with us and take home a masterpiece!
• Location: Do Space – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE

June 18th – Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club at La Vista Library – 4:00pm – FREE

• Ages 8+
• Location: La Vista Public Library – 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE 68128

June 18th (Tuesdays) – Cartoon for Kids Free Art Workshop – 5:00-7:00pm – FREE

• Learn the basics of pencil drawing cartoons, your favorite characters, and much more. Bring your drawings to life with water colors.
• Plus kids eat free every Tuesday!
• Location: Curry in a Hurry – 8303 Maple St, Omaha, NE 68134

June 18th – Teen: DIY Alternative Clothing – 6:00-7:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• DIY Alternative Clothing is a two part program focusing on cost-effective ways to alter clothing to express yourself. You don’t need to break the bank for a cool outfit — with safety pins, paint, and a sewing kit, you can make a t-shirt into a style that rocks.  All supplies will be included, but teens are welcome to bring a piece of clothing to be altered. Registration is required. Recommended for teens 12 and older.
• Location: Abrahams Branch – 5111 N. 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

June 18th – Teen Make & Create: Flower Crowns with Watercolor Paper – 6:00-7:30pm – FREE

• Come to the library and create something new.  This month we will be making flower crowns out of watercolor paper!  They will also have sketch books and other craft supplies available to use. Come let your creative genius flow! Snacks are provided, ages 13-18 only.
• Location: Baright Public Library – 5555 S 77th St, Omaha, NE 68127

June 18th, & more – Tempo of Twilight Concert Series – 6:00-8:00 pm – included with garden admission, FREE for garden members

• Enjoy a harmonious blend of music and nature in the garden. The café offers dinner service starting at 5 p.m., and guests are welcome to bring their own food and beverages.  Concerts are included with paid garden admission and are free for garden members. Timed tickets are not required.
  • June 18 – Taxi Driver 
  • July 2 – The Dustin West Band (A tribute to Jimmy Buffett) 
• Location: Lauritzen Gardens – 100 Bancroft St., Omaha, NE

June 19th – Homeschool Hikes at Fontenelle Forest – 9:00-10:00am – $8/members, $8+admission/non-members

• School might be out for summer, but we’re always ready to learn at the Forest! Join for a naturalist-led hike geared toward homeschoolers. They’ll explore the Forest during the summer, discussing everything from deer to dung to decomposers! Make new friends and continue learning with a take-home craft or activity.
• Location: Fontenelle Forest – 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE 68005

June 19th – Dr. Oxygen Science Show at Papillion Library– 10:00-11:00am – FREE

• Come watch as Dr. Oxygen brings science to life in this “hands on and minds on” show.
• Location: Sump Memorial Library – 222 N. Jefferson St. Papillion, NE 68046

June 19th – Abstract Sharpie Art Workshop with Hot Shops – 10:00am-12:00pm – FREE

• Sharpies are one of the simplest yet most versatile tools you can use to create. In this workshop, visitors will learn different drawing and hand-lettering techniques to turn a blank space into something extraordinary. This workshop will include different types of paper and a wide selection of sharpie markers to design an abstract piece.
• Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

June 19th – DIY CWS Baseball Sensory Playdoh Jars – 11:00am – FREE

• The College World Series are in town and what better way to celebrate than with a DIY Baseball Playdoh Craft!!  This is a FREE, al ages event!! First come, first serve, while supplies last!!
• Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

June 19th – Dr. Oxygen Science Show at Ralston Library – 12:00-1:00pm – FREE

• See comedic Super Hero Scientist Dr. Oxygen at the Baright Public Library!  It is a show for all ages that unites minds and is fun for everyone. “Bringing Science to Life”
• Location: Baright Public Library – 5555 S 77th St, Omaha, NE 68127

June 24th, 25th & 26th – Build A Lava Lamp – 3:00-5:00pm – FREE

• Illuminate your room in a groovy light with a self-built lava light! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
• Location: Council Bluffs Public Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

June 24th – July 29th (Mondays) – Teen Retreat at Bennington Library: Learn to Crochet – 6:00-7:00pm – FREE

• Join Bennington Library for summer Teen Retreat activities on Monday evenings.
  • June 24: Learn to Crochet
• Location: Bennington Library – 11401 N 156th St, Bennington, NE 68007

June 19th – Q.U.E.E.N.S. Butterfly House Juneteenth Anniversary Extravaganza – 4:00-8:00pm

• This event promises to be a joyous occasion featuring cultural performances, educational activities, and testimonials from those whose lives have been positively impacted.
• Location: The Venue at Highlander – 2120 N 30th St, Omaha, NE 68111

June 20th – Out & About Storytime at Lauritzen Gardens – 10:00-11:00am – FREE

• In order for curious minds to bloom, it is essential to plant a love of reading at a young age. Join OPL at Lauritzen Gardens for stories that celebrate gardens, plants, insects and more, and discover the joys of nature, movement, music, and literature. Storytime is geared for preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.  Lauritzen Gardens will offer free admission to families who attend this storytime.  Rain or shine, we’ll be there!
• Location: Lauritzen Gardens – 100 Bancroft St, Omaha NE 68108

June 21st – Clown Makeup and Magic – 1:00-2:00pm – FREE

• Donna Trout will show us how she applies her clown makeup and then follow up with a magic show. Come get a backstage look at what it takes to become a clown.  This program is geared for kids grades K-5, but all ages are welcome.
• Locations: Saddlebrook Branch – 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE 68116

June 21st – Do Space Summer Passport Drop-in: Scratch Storytelling – 1:00-2:30pm – FREE

• Perfect for kids and teens, these sessions offer a fun and interactive way to learn the basics of coding while creating your own animated stories. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, our friendly instructors will guide you through the process of designing characters, scripting dialogues, and animating scenes. Drop in any time, unleash your creativity, and discover the joy of storytelling through code!
• Location: Do Space – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE

June 21st – Hydrant Party at Saddlebrook Community Center – 1:30-2:30pm – FREE

• Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to the Saddlebrook Community Center.  Bring your swimsuits! 
• Location: Saddlebrook Community Center – 15035 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE

June 21st – Artlot Party and Youth Talent Show – 6:00-8:30pm – FREE

• break out of the box and take the arts outside on Friday, June 21. Bring the family for an evening of art and other fun activities in our parking lot which includes a graffiti wall, dunk tank, pendulum painting, mad cow paintball, and more.
• Location: Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center – 1001 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

June 21st – Dr. Oxygen with Gretna Public Library – 6:30-7:30pm – FREE

• Awesome science experiments that will leave you fascinated by our astounding world.
• Location: Gretna United Methodist Church – 11457 S 204th St, Gretna, NE 68028