Tinker Zone: Dancing Corn
Use corn kernels, baking soda, water, and vinegar to make corn kernels dance using science!
Free
40 events found.
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Council Bluffs Library 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, United States
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Meet a Musician Storytime
Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin Omaha Symphony musician Trevor Petersen as he introduces the fun music the cello can make during this playful reading of The Ugly Duckling. Designed for kids age 3-5, this storytime is fun for friends of all ages with some support by their adults.
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Teensgiving
Bennington Public Library 11401 N 156th St, Bennington, United StatesBring your favorite fall dish to share & give thanks for friends!
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Meet a Musician Storytime
Downtown Branch 1401 Jones St., Omaha, NEJoin Omaha Symphony musician Trevor Petersen as he introduces the fun music the cello can make during this playful reading of The Ugly Duckling. Designed for kids age 3-5, this storytime is fun for friends of all ages with some support by their adults.
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Tea-Rex Party
Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United StatesDear T-Rex and other area dinosaurs, you are cordially invited to a tea party at Omaha Public Library, based on the picture book “Tea Rex” by Molly Idle! Refreshments will be served and tea will be hosted by a Tea-Rex wrangler. Bring your favorite stuffed or plastic dinosaur friends to enjoy the party! This is a free event for children ages 5-9. Tea party snacks, beverages, and dinosaur tails to wear during the program will be provided.
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Tinker Zone: Dancing Corn
Council Bluffs Library 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, United StatesUse corn kernels, baking soda, water, and vinegar to make corn kernels dance using science!
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra – The Lost Christmas Eve
Mid-America Center 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA, United States -
Full Moon Hike: Beaver Moon
Fontenelle Forest Nature Center 1111 Bellevue Blvd, Bellevue, NE, United States- Hikes will begin no later than 30 minutes after the event start time, so be sure to arrive on time. All hikes will include an educational discussion of the nocturnal animals around the Forest and a brief talk into the lore of full moons. The event will include a bonfire and s’mores.
- Cost: $15 for Members, $25 for Non-Members
$15 – $25 [REGISTER] -
Owl Prowl
Fontenelle Forest Nature Center 1111 Bellevue Blvd, Bellevue, NE, United States- Explore the mysterious world of owls. Learn about the owls of Nebraska and meet our educational owls up-close. Enjoy s’mores and hot chocolate around a fire pit. Go on a guided hike to look and listen for owls. Activities will be both indoors and outdoors. Be sure to dress for the weather.
- Cost: $15 for Members, $25 for Non-Members
$15 – $25 [REGISTER] -
Kid Coders: Simple Circuits
Do Space in Abrahams Library 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NEKid Coders is an engaging introduction to the world of coding and computer science class designed specifically for children. Through interactive and hands-on activities, young learners explore the fundamentals of programming languages and computational thinking.
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Owl Prowl
Fontenelle Forest Nature Center 1111 Bellevue Blvd, Bellevue, NE, United States- Explore the mysterious world of owls. Learn about the owls of Nebraska and meet our educational owls up-close. Enjoy s’mores and hot chocolate around a fire pit. Go on a guided hike to look and listen for owls. Activities will be both indoors and outdoors. Be sure to dress for the weather.
- Cost: $15 for Members, $25 for Non-Members
$15 – $25 [REGISTER] -
Broadway – Funny Girl
Orpheum Theater 409 S. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesFeaturing one of the greatest musical scores of all time, including classic songs “Don’t Rain On My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star,” and “People,” this bittersweet comedy is the story of the indomitable Fanny Brice, a girl from the Lower East Side who became one of the most beloved performers in history, shining brighter than the brightest lights of Broadway.
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Out & About Storytime @ Bennington Fire
Bennington Fire & Rescue 10801 N 156th St, Bennington, NE, United StatesStorytime is hitting the road to the Bennington Fire & Rescue Station!!
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How to Sew: A Holiday Countdown Calendar
Council Bluffs Library 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, United StatesThe Makerspace has sewing machines! Learn how to use the machine and sew a small project! All materials will be provided. (Colors may vary.). Skills learned: basic sewing & pressing.
Sign up in advance for this program; space is very limited! Ages 14+ only.
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Meet a Musician Storytime
Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin Omaha Symphony musician Trevor Petersen as he introduces the fun music the cello can make during this playful reading of The Ugly Duckling. Designed for kids age 3-5, this storytime is fun for friends of all ages with some support by their adults.
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Meet a Musician Storytime
A.V. Sorensen BranchJoin Omaha Symphony musician Trevor Petersen as he introduces the fun music the cello can make during this playful reading of The Ugly Duckling. Designed for kids age 3-5, this storytime is fun for friends of all ages with some support by their adults.
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Tea-Rex Party
Downtown Branch 1401 Jones St., Omaha, NEDear T-Rex and other area dinosaurs, you are cordially invited to a tea party at Omaha Public Library, based on the picture book “Tea Rex” by Molly Idle! Refreshments will be served and tea will be hosted by a Tea-Rex wrangler. Bring your favorite stuffed or plastic dinosaur friends to enjoy the party! This is a free event for children ages 5-9. Tea party snacks, beverages, and dinosaur tails to wear during the program will be provided.
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Kid Coders: Simple Circuits
Do Space in Abrahams Library 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NEKid Coders is an engaging introduction to the world of coding and computer science class designed specifically for children. Through interactive and hands-on activities, young learners explore the fundamentals of programming languages and computational thinking.
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid Escape Room
W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United StatesGreg and Rowley are stuck in a room with Rodrick! Can you help them escape? Work together to solve the puzzles and clues based on the best-selling "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" book series by Jeff Kinney before time runs out!
There will be three escape room sessions at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. for participants ages 9-12. Try to escape over fall break! Registration is required.
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Zine Workshop
Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin library staff to learn how to create your own zine at this hands-on workshop!
Zines are unique, handmade, hyper-local booklets created by community members that help to quickly spread ideas to other members in the community. Zines promote freedom of speech and expression and can resemble a traditional book with only words or a graphic novel with a mixture of words and pictures.
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November Little Tike Hike at Botna Bend Park
Botna Bend Park 42926 Mahogany Road, Hancock, IA, United StatesAs you enjoy the sights & sounds along the trail you will spot activities posted along your route that are designed to help learners ages 3 to 5 experience nature in a new way. While it is designed for young learners, any age can learn something new and have fun, too!
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Habitat Hikes
Neale Woods Nature Reserve 14323 Edith Marie Ave, Omaha, NE, United States- Explore Nebraska’s prairies, wetlands and forests at Fontenelle Forest’s Habitat Hikes! Join their naturalist educators on a guided hike through these different habitats and learn about each of these unique ecosystems! Habitat Hikes will be held monthly, as they visit different locations and discover habitat changes each season.
- Cost: FREE for Members, $15 for Non-Members
Free – $15 [REGISTER] -
Meet a Musician Storytime
Saddlebrook Library 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin Omaha Symphony musician Trevor Petersen as he introduces the fun music the cello can make during this playful reading of The Ugly Duckling. Designed for kids age 3-5, this storytime is fun for friends of all ages with some support by their adults.
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Tea-Rex Party
Benson Branch 6015 Binney Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesDear T-Rex and other area dinosaurs, you are cordially invited to a tea party at Omaha Public Library, based on the picture book “Tea Rex” by Molly Idle! Refreshments will be served and tea will be hosted by a Tea-Rex wrangler. Bring your favorite stuffed or plastic dinosaur friends to enjoy the party! This is a free event for children ages 5-9. Tea party snacks, beverages, and dinosaur tails to wear during the program will be provided.
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid Escape Room
Charles B. Washington Branch 2868 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE, United StatesGreg and Rowley are stuck in a room with Rodrick! Can you help them escape? Work together to solve the puzzles and clues based on the best-selling Diary of a Wimpy Kid book series by Jeff Kinney before time runs out! All ages are welcome for this family-friendly drop in event. First come first served. Try to escape over fall break!
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Littles Lab: Let’s Learn About The Seasons
Do Space in Abrahams Library 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NEJoin for engaging weekly activities focused on the seasons. Designed for preschool-age children, our program will incorporate apps, games, toys, and art to explore STEM concepts while fostering early learning skills and brain development.
Come and discover the wonders of the seasons with us!
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Meet a Musician Storytime
W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin Omaha Symphony musician Trevor Petersen as he introduces the fun music the cello can make during this playful reading of The Ugly Duckling. Designed for kids age 3-5, this storytime is fun for friends of all ages with some support by their adults.
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Kid Coders: Simple Circuits
Do Space in Abrahams Library 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NEKid Coders is an engaging introduction to the world of coding and computer science class designed specifically for children. Through interactive and hands-on activities, young learners explore the fundamentals of programming languages and computational thinking.
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid Escape Room
Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch 2100 Reading Plaza, Elkhorn, NE, United StatesGreg and Rowley are stuck in a room with Rodrick! Can you help them escape? Work together to solve the puzzles and clues based on the best-selling "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" book series by Jeff Kinney before time runs out!
There will be 2 escape rooms at 1pm & 2pm for participants ages 9-12.
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Twilight Trekking
Fontenelle Forest Nature Center 1111 Bellevue Blvd, Bellevue, NE, United States- Are you an adventurous night owl looking to explore new trails? Join in this unique opportunity to see the Forest at night! Don’t miss your chance to learn about the nocturnal creatures who call the Forest home while exploring new trails. This hike is geared toward intermediate to experienced hikers (ages 16+) and will traverse at least two miles of moderate to difficult terrain, so please come prepared with appropriate clothing and gear.
- Cost: $10 for Members, $18 for Non-Members
$10 – $18 [REGISTER] -
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How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
Film Streams Dundee Theater 4952 Dodge Street, Omaha, NEOscar®-winning director Ron Howard and Oscar®-winning producer Brian Grazer bring Christmas' best-loved grump to life with the help of the irrepressible Jim Carrey as The Grinch. Why is The Grinch (Carrey) such a grouch? No one seems to know, until little Cindy Lou Who (Taylor Momsen) takes matters into her own hands and turns both Whoville and The Grinch's world upside down, inside out... and funny side up in her search for the true meaning of Christmas.
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Family Nights with Santa
The Durham Museum 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesDuring the busy holiday season, The Durham Museum makes it easy for families to create special memories. Santa visits the museum on Tuesday evenings between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Share your wish list with the big guy, listen to live performances by local musicians, create crafts and take part in the FNBO Elfie Scavenger Hunt. We’ll close out the night with indoor snowfall under the glow of our magnificent tree! Please note, the museum closes at 4PM for general admissions and reopens at 5PM for Family Nights.
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Holiday Concert Series
The Durham Museum 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesNovember 30 – December 21: Saturdays (10AM-3PM) and Tuesday evenings (5-8PM)
Enjoy some of the area’s most beautiful holiday music under the glow of The Durham’s Christmas tree. Talented local entertainers perform as part of The Durham Museum’s holiday concert series. Special support for the concert series provided by Star 104.5 the Christmas Station.Free – $15 -
Santa’s Lost Reindeer at the Tree Adventure
Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure 2611 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE, United StatesSanta’s reindeer are lost inside the Tree Adventure, and we need your help to find them! Join with family and friends in a fun-for-all-ages scavenger hunt to discover where the reindeer are hiding along the Tree House Trail. Then use our special mailbox to send a letter to Santa to let him know where to find his reindeer in time for his Christmas ride!
Activity is available during regular hours November 29 through December 22 and is included with your Tree Adventure admission. Purchase Tree Adventure tickets in advance.
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The Lost World of Dragons
The Durham Museum 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesFrom Game of Thrones to How to Train Your Dragon, there is no denying that people of all ages love dragons and the magical mystique behind them. Experience them in a new way at The Lost World of Dragons. Now open at The Durham Museum, this exhibit showcases a unique, interactive experience for guests of all ages that is sure to breathe new fire into your imagination! Visitors will be immersed in stories of dragons — exploring the lore and history of them in nearly every region and culture, from Norway to China.
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Meet a Musician Storytime
Willa Cather Branch 1905 S 44th St, Omaha, NEJoin Omaha Symphony musician Trevor Petersen as he introduces the fun music the cello can make during this playful reading of The Ugly Duckling. Designed for kids age 3-5, this storytime is fun for friends of all ages with some support by their adults.
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Bright Nights
Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NEOnce again, Lauritzen Gardens is making the holiday season merry and BRIGHT! The floral display hall and the Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory will be adorned and enhanced with light as the garden extends its hours to celebrate the beauty of the season.
These enchanted evenings are sure to become a holiday tradition. As you tour the glistening indoor gardens, gather around the crackling fire, write letters to Santa, shop for thoughtful holiday gifts in the gift shop, purchase a S'mores kit to roast a marshmallow, enjoy the family-friendly activities in the Family Chill Zone, and more.
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Machine Embroidery Class
Council Bluffs Library 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, United StatesCome 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.
The Brother Stellaire embroidery machine makes converting images or text into a finished project quick and easy. Perfect for patches, clothing, or household decorations, add that finishing touch or bit of personalization to make your creation even more special.
This class is free and open to the public – ages 14+.
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A Christmas Carol
Omaha Community Playhouse 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesIt just isn’t Christmas without A Christmas Carol! Experience Omaha’s favorite holiday tradition as Ebenezer Scrooge takes us on a life-changing journey to discover the true meaning of Christmas. The must-see holiday event for the entire family is filled with stunning Victorian costumes, festive music and magical scenery.
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Broadway – Peter Pan
Orpheum Theater 409 S. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesThis high-flying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in a new adaptation by celebrated playwright Larissa FastHorse, directed by Emmy Award winner Lonny Price and with choreography by Lorin Latarro. PETER PAN embraces the child in us all so go on a journey from the second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning – your entire family will be Hooked!
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