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Celebrate Nebraska pollinators at the Schramm Pollinator Party! The Schramm Education Center will be hosting a Pollinator Party event in partnership with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Bee Lab, Nebraska Extension, the UNL Entomology Department, and PlantNebraska. This free, annual event is part of a statewide celebration of Nebraska Pollinator Week. Activities for all ages will be set up outside and in the Schramm Education Center Classroom.
They're going to travel back in time millions of years to explore the amazing world of dinosaurs! Ranger Anthony from Stomp Chomp Roar will be here with a thrilling presentation to teach kids all about paleontology and the lives of dinosaurs. Stomp on by!
Calling all gamers! Have a blast learning how to code while building robotic games to test your code. You will learn about sequencing commands, value and sensor inputs, and loops. This month you will create a racecar. Registration is required
All activities are free and open to the public, from 11am to 2pm! Native Plant Platform: make a nature bookmark, craft a monarch butterfly, take home native seeds!
This annual event begins with a 5k road race starting in the City Park at 8 am, register in advance to receive a t-shirt or on race day starting at 7 am. The Kinderfest parade down Main Street begins at 11 am. Following the parade, the city park overflows with good old-fashioned fun! A petting zoo and blowups will await the kids. Game booths of all kinds will offer prizes: ring toss, duck races, basketball, cornhole, paddle wheel and more. Where Everyone is a Winner! Lots of food choices including: pulled pork, brisket, brats, burgers, walking tacos and home-made pie!
$10 Cover, Military Personnel and 12 and under FREE. Merchandise Available, Live Music from 11am-10pm, DJ Jake, Dorothy's Dishes, The Dirty Boots Band, Tanner Sovereign. Snag a photo with our inflatable mascot Buster The Bull and check out the one and only "Angus", their custom Convertible Suburban.
Ages 18+. A Time to Kill (Rated R)
A simple, special way to celebrate Father’s Day weekend. Enjoy a picnic-style donut breakfast and create a picture frame keepsake together.
Become the best babysitter you can be! Training will include a babysitting guidebook, basic first aid, and age-appropriate practices for caring for infants, preschoolers, toddlers, and school age youth. The clinic is taught by Nebraska 4-H Extension staff. This is a free program for ages 11 and up. Registration is required
We might need a bigger boat…or at least a bigger bingo card! Bring your friends or family to celebrate Shark Week with bingo. No prior knowledge of sharks is required to enjoy the game. This is a free event for adults and children ages 5 and older. Registration is required.
Challenge your creative boundaries in this Art Workshop for teens! Instructor Shawnequa Linder will introduce surrealism and encourage teens to use their imaginations to go beyond reality in order to create a collage. Come tell a story through collaging techniques and let your creativity flourish! All materials will be provided. This is a free event for teens, ages 13-19. Registration is required.
Jeff Quinn is roaring into our library with "Jurassic Magic", a dinosaur-themed Summer Reading Program magic show that's fun for all ages
Bringing the Joy of Dance to the Streets! Join LTG Academy for an Open Level Hip Hop Workshop with ADG! All are welcome, no dance experience required only boldness and a love for dance! Meet at the Performance Pavilion in Gene Leahy Mall!
This year's theme is Movement & Migration, honoring the Black Arts Movement and the role of Black Art as activism and a tool for change.
Get crafty and show off your art skills in this program for 9-12 year olds. This month: Planter Painting & Seed Planting. Registration is required
Fire up your tastebuds and follow your thirst! Midtown Crossing is hosting a pub-crawl-style block party where bold BBQ flavors meet ice-cold brews. Each participating establishment is serving up a signature BBQ bite paired with beer, and you get to choose the route—hit one spot or hit them all. Between bites, enjoy outdoor yard games and summertime vibes on your favorite Midtown Crossing patios. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite stop and help crown the ultimate BBQ & Brews champion.
| This free summer concert series is presented In partnership with Nelson Mandela Elementary School, Minne Lusa and Miller Park Neighborhood Associations, and other community partners. Lawn Opens: 5:00pm, Preshow: 6:30pm, Show: 7:30pm |
| 06/20: Hot 8 Brass Band |
| 08/08: Chad Stoner Band |
Celebrate the longest day of the year with us at La Vista’s Summer Solstice Party! Experience a special evening in the park filled with yard games, FREE s’mores, a pickleball tournament, and food for purchase. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, friends and family to relax and enjoy the start of summer together. Whether you come for the games, the live acoustic music or good vibes, it’s sure to be a night to remember.
Come enjoy a pint and paint with "Rob Boss" at the Lovely Brewery.
Dundee is bringing the neighborhood to life with monthly live music in the streets—and you're invited! On the third Saturday evening of each month, from 6–8pm, enjoy the sounds of local talent as we welcome a different Omaha-area musician to perform right in the heart of the neighborhood. Whether you're out for a casual stroll or heading to dinner, take a moment to pause, listen, and soak in the vibrant community energy that makes Dundee so special.
Join on the 3rd Saturday of each month as our quick-witted performers play a variety of improv games, each with a musical twist. They'll take your wildest suggestions and transform them into hilarious, one-of-a-kind songs right before your eyes. Whether it's a rap about a clumsy superhero or a love ballad for a talking dog, each moment is as unpredictable as it is uproarious.
We love summer! Celebrate the longest day of the year and enjoy a fun evening with family friendly activities including guided nature hikes, games, crafts, archery, and s'mores! FREE!
Grab your friends, bring the family, and come enjoy a fun-filled evening for the whole family. Pack your chairs, blankets, and coolers and settle in for a great night of music. Come hungry, come ready to dance, and most importantly — come have fun at Stinson Park!
🎶 Music at the Crossing Summer Concert Series Presented by Eagle Engineering Group! Join the City of Gretna at the Gretna Crossing Park Amphitheater for a FREE community event with incredible local talent. GATES OPEN AT 6PM - MUSIC IS FROM 7PM-10PM
This June, as Omaha welcomes baseball fans from across the country, step underground for a haunted experience that brings a different kind of thrill. Enter the warehouse through an old unlocked door and descend into a dark stairwell hidden beneath the streets of Downtown Omaha. Down below, strange sounds echo through the halls, shadows move when they shouldn’t, and every turn keeps you guessing. It’s the perfect mix of creepy fun, suspense, and late-night adrenaline during Omaha’s biggest season. Located in the basement dungeon of Hollywood Candy.
Bring the whole crew—family, friends, and neighbors—and settle in for a cozy night of laughter, fresh air, and community fun. Firepits are available on a first-come, first-served basis. FREE to the public!
Enjoy FREE popular family movies under the stars in June. Gates and concessions open at 7:30 pm. This season bands from the Omaha Blues Society Blues Education Program will provide preshow music. Movies and dates are subject to change. This Week's Movie, SumTur Free Movie Series: A Minecraft Movie with the opening band True Blues.
Star Party with Omaha Astronomical Society at Flanagan Lake north picnic shelter
Originally, the script for Holes was infinitely darker, if you can imagine what an adaptation from Richard Kelly (Donnie Darko) looks like. But of course, Disney wanted to take the route of a faithful, PG adaptation of the novel, so they brought in its author Louis Sachar to take over the job.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the outdoors as you learn the art of plein air oil painting. Be inspired to unleash your creativity amidst the splendor of nature. Supplies are provided; however, you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer.
Get to know the new OPL Do Space in our Skills Class! Each session will focus on learning a new skill, machine, or software. This session will focus on the introductory 3D modeling skills. Participants will be able to get to know the software Tinkercad and start their 3D printing journey! Register now for this 2-hour, hands-on program.
Explore our summer exhibition, Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume, then watch those same costumes come to life in a unique theater experience in the Truhlsen Lecture Hall. Watch a classic blockbuster on our big screen, and enjoy popcorn and refreshments from our old-fashioned Soda Fountain, as well as themed activities for each matinee. Movie experience included in museum admission; FREE for museum members.
Unearth A Story: Animals from the Past: Journey back in time this summer as we look at how modern-day animal adaptations can help us uncover the truth about our past!
Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Please bring your own towel
Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Please bring your own towel
Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Please bring your own towel
Game of the month is Puzzle Party! Get ready to roll the dice, deal the cards, and shuffle your way into some friendly competition! City Shuffle: Game Night brings the community together for an evening of fun, laughter and local flavor hosted at Primary Coffee Co.
Curiosity Crew is a one-hour, hands-on STEM program for children ages 6-11 that blends play, exploration, and early learning! Stop by to learn about a topic and complete an activity! June Theme: Dinos! Celebrate our summer reading theme and learn about types of dinosaurs and how their fossils were made. Space is limited. Registration is encouraged.
Discover the incredible world of bats in this engaging presentation for adults led by Nebraska Wildlife Rehab! Learn the basics of bat biology, explore common myths and misconceptions, and uncover the many surprising ways bats help and support human communities. Whether you’re curious, cautious, or already a bat enthusiast, this program will leave you with a new appreciation for these fascinating nighttime creatures. This is a free event for adults 19+.
Get your hands messy and your creativity moving! Teens are invited to learn basic clay-working techniques while making simple pieces like pinch pots and other small creations. All supplies are provided, just bring your imagination. This is a free event for teens. Registration is required
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