Taco Dragon Visits Storytime

Downtown Branch 1401 Jones St., Omaha, NE

Taco Dragon will visit for a special storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos.

Free

Ralston Plant Swap

Barn Girls Farms 5306 S 73rd St, Omaha, NE

Ralston’s plant swap event, created by the City of Ralston, is for plant lovers. A chance to socialize with other people who are passionate about plants. The focus of this event is on all things PLANTS! Bring along your baby indoor plants, rooted cuttings, seedlings, and houseplants to exchange for new plants.

Free

Romantasy Craft & Chat “Trials, Tests & Tribulations Oh My”

La Vista Community Center 8116 Park View Blvd, La Vista, NE, United States

If you're a fan of "romantasy" bestsellers, join for this unique social experience of crafting and chatting all things Romantasy. Each month they'll meet to discuss different topics and complete a craft project. We will have snacks, drinks, a book swap table and a craft for the night. Bring a book or two to trade! Ages: 18+

Free [REGISTER]

St. Patrick’s Day Rainbow Craft

La Vista Library 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE

Drop-in to create your own St. Patrick’s Day colorful rainbows. Parental participation required. While supplies last.

Free

Taco Dragon Visits Storytime

Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United States

Taco Dragon will visit for a special storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos.

Free

St. Patrick’s Day Slime

The Learning Express 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE, United States

At the end of every rainbow is a pot o' ooey gooey slime!! Join for a super fun make your own St. Patrick's Day Slime event!! This is a FREE, all ages event!!

Free

Drop In! Owl Pellets

Council Bluffs Library 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, United States

Did you know owls can’t digest everything they eat? Drop in and take apart an owl pellet to discover what the owner of your pellet ate for dinner!

Free

Introduction to Henna at Gretna Library

Gretna Public Library 736 South St, Gretna, NE

Ages 8+. Try your hand at the art of henna with Mehndi By Shaleen. Learn about the history of henna, design a piece, and practice with a cone you get to keep. Sponsored by the Gretna Community Foundation.

Free

Teen Craft Night: Phone Cord DIY

Digital Library at Papillion Landing 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE, United States

Attention teens. Get your craft on during this monthly teen program. Different craft every month. This month's project: Phone Cord DIY. Registration is required.

Free [REGISTER]

Amazing Athletes at Fat Brain Toys

Fat Brain Toys 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE, United States

Get fit with fun as the Amazing Athletes guide you through a variety of active activities. Then, nurture your muscles and your mind with a healthy snack and a fun craft activity!

Free

Taco Dragon Visits Storytime

Saddlebrook Library 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE, United States

Taco Dragon will visit for a special storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos.

Free

Dragons Love Tacos Escape Room

W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United States

Dragon needs your help! The tacos for the party are locked in a box. Come help Dragon get to the tacos before it’s too late in this escape room based on the best-selling "Dragons Love Tacos" books by Adam Rubin. Designed for participants ages 6-10.

Free [REGISTER]

Make It! Terrarium in a Jar

Do Space in Abrahams Library 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE

Design a miniature living world inside of a jar, learning about plant care and ecosystems! Create your own green, thriving microhabitat in this fun, hands-on workshop!

Free [REGISTER]

Taco Dragon Visits Storytime

Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United States

Taco Dragon will visit for a special storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos.

Free

Make a Terrarium

The Learning Express 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE, United States

Create your own little world in a jar as we make our own mini terrariums!! This is a FREE all ages event!! First come, first serve, while supplies last!!

Free

Incredible Edible Landfill

Florence Branch 2920 Bondesson St, Omaha, NE, United States

Have you ever wondered what happens once you throw something into the trash can? How important is recycling? Join OPL as they explore these issues in a fun (and tasty) way! Participants will use pudding, candy, cookies, cereal, and other tasty treats to create an edible landfill.
This is a free event for children ages 7-12. Registration is required.

Free [REGISTER]

Taco Dragon Visits Storytime

Willa Cather Branch 1905 S 44th St, Omaha, NE

Taco Dragon will visit for a special storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos.

Free

Fandom Party: Percy Jackson

Downtown Branch 1401 Jones St., Omaha, NE

Calling all demigods! Join OPL at Camp Half-Blood for a celebration of all things Percy Jackson! Come discuss the books and do crafts and activities based on the fandom with others who love it. Based on the Percy Jackson book series by Rick Riordan. Costumes are encouraged but not required. All materials are free and provided while supplies last.

Free

Esports 101 at Do Space

Do Space in Abrahams Library 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE

Learn about competition and esports, and receive coaching directly from a former professional player! Whether you just want to improve, have dreams of competing on the big stage or want to meet others interested in competition like you, this workshop is designed to help you reach those goals and form healthy, productive habits around gaming.

Free [REGISTER]

Talk and Tote – Debut Authors

Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United States

Are you ready to get crafty and discover a new debut novel? Come design your own book tote while chatting about author's debut novels. You are encouraged to talk about books you've enjoyed with the rest of the group, but it is not required. All supplies are included. This event is for adults 19+. Registration is required

Free [REGISTER]

Milo Imagines the World

The Rose Theater 2001 Farnam Street, Omaha

Milo is on a long subway ride with his older sister. To pass the time, he studies the faces around him and makes pictures of their lives. There’s the boy in the suit with the bright white sneakers; Milo imagines him arriving home to a castle with a drawbridge and a butler. But when the boy in the suit gets off on the same stop as Milo—walking the same path, going to the exact same place—Milo realizes that you can’t really know anyone just by looking at them.

$10

Dragons Love Tacos Escape Room

Saddlebrook Library 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE, United States

Dragon needs your help! The tacos for the party are locked in a box. Come help Dragon get to the tacos before it’s too late in this escape room based on the best-selling "Dragons Love Tacos" books by Adam Rubin. Designed for participants ages 6-10.

Free [REGISTER]

Novel Pictures: Holes

Charles B. Washington Branch 2868 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States

Read the book, watch the movie and then join in a lively discussion about both! Meet at the Washington Branch to watch the film “Holes,” based on the book “Holes” by Louis Sachar. Holes is rated PG. Light refreshments provided by Omaha Public Library.

Free

Escape Room: The Hunger Games at Gretna Library

Gretna Library 736 South St., Gretna, NE, United States

Unravel a Hunger Games mystery in 25 minutes or less. Register for a slot online as a group of 3-5 (one person must be 12+).

Free [REGISTER]
Event Series Family Night at The Union

Family Night at The Union

The Union for Contemporary Art 2423 North 24th St, Omaha, NE

Families are invited to make art in The Union’s Youth Studios. Bring your loved ones for fun and creative play. Activities and materials may include: drawing, painting, printmaking, and more These events are FREE and open to the public. No registration required to participate.

Free

Family & Friends Bingo

La Vista Community Center 8116 Park View Blvd, La Vista, NE, United States

Take a break and enjoy some family and friends time playing Bingo! Join at the Community Center and see who shouts BINGO first! If you’re lucky, you might even take home a prize! All ages welcome

Free

Lucky Litter Party

Millard Branch of the Omaha Public Library 13214 Westwood Lane, Omaha, NE, United States

This is a St. Patrick’s Day themed service event for kids, ages 9 - 11. If the weather is good, we’ll be having a great time enjoying the fresh air and getting some exercise by picking up litter around the Millard Public Library. We will also have fun in a meeting room in the library making ‘no littering’ signs that will be posted around Omaha later. Each kid who attends will be entered in a raffle to win one of five St. Patrick’s Day themed prizes, and the first 24 to arrive will receive a goodie bag. Wear gold, green, and silly St. Patrick’s Day accessories! Disposable gloves will be provided. Please wear a jacket if you think it will be a bit chilly. Hope to see you there!

Free

Taco Dragon Visits Storytime

A.V. Sorensen Branch

Taco Dragon will visit for a special storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos.

Free

Snapology

South Omaha Library 2808 Q Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Join OPL as we engage in digital storytelling through exciting STEM and coding activities with our new community partner Snapology! While children are exploring robotics, coding, and design challenges using LEGO® bricks and technology, they are learning new skills and having fun! This is a free event for kids 6-12.

Free

Kid-Preneur Pop-Up Shop

The Learning Express 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE, United States

Come shop from local Kidpreneurs in our Omaha metro community!! From Slime, Jewelry, Resin Art, crocheted plushies, to Sugar Scrubs and Bath Salts, there's something for everyone!! Bring the fam on in for fun, creativity and support for our young creators pursuing their dreams!!

Free

Design Studio: Pipe Cleaner Monsters

Digital Library at Papillion Landing 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE, United States

Get crafty and show off your art skills in this monthly program for 9-12 year olds. New project each month! This month: Pipe Cleaner Monsters. Registration is required.

Free [REGISTER]

Midtown Pickle Party

Midtown Crossing 32nd and Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

Get ready to pucker up and party at the 2nd Annual Midtown Pickle Party, presented by Bloc Fitness! Happening Saturday, March 22 from 3 to 6 pm at Midtown Crossing, this back-by-popular-demand event is sure to please all pickle-lovers near and far with participating retailers offering deliciously fun pickle-themed drinks and nibbles. This neighborhood pickle-party crawl promises pickle-icious surprises around every corner. Don’t forget to deck yourself out in green or your favorite pickle-themed attire.

Bands & Brews

The Astro Theater 8302 City Centre Dr., La Vista, NE

Doors open at 5 p.m., music begins at 6 p.m. Free (All ages). Bands & Brews is your free ticket to enjoy an indoor concert at The Astro, the hottest new destination for live music in the Greater Omaha area. Come experience what everyone is talking about at this world-class venue in the heart of La Vista! This event, featuring local bands and beverages, is presented by the City of La Vista, The Astro, and La Vista City Centre.
Headlining the evening is the nationally acclaimed, award-winning HECTOR ANCHONDO BAND, with opening performances by local favorites THE BROADWAYS and SPECK NELSON AND THE RALSTONES. Admission is free! Advance reservation tickets have all been claimed. An additional 1,000 seats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the door on the day of the event.

Free

St. Patrick’s Brawl 2025

Nebraska Brewing Company 6950 S 108th St, La Vista, NE

The Omaha Hell Hounds sponsored by Nebraska Brewing Company and the American Medieval Combat Federation are bringing back St. Patrick's Brawl for 2025! Because last year was so successful, they wanted to up the ante. This year they are bringing you SIX teams for a round robin melee tournament! A portion of gross ticket sales will be going towards a local charity here in the Omaha area, so again, they thank you all for making this happen!

$15

PRCA Championship Rodeo

Mid-America Center 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA, United States

Two nights of the PRCA Championship Rodeo will be held at the Mid-America Center. The event features all seven rodeo events: Bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc, tie-down roping, barrel racing and bull riding.

$12 – $25

Eggstravaganza

Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United States

Join Abrahams Branch and Do Space as we welcome spring! Experience storytime at 1:30pm, with crafts and candy offered afterward. Enjoy a special egg hunt through the entire building, play with Do Space technology, and more! Be sure to bring a basket for all your goodies. All supplies and treats are while supplies last.

Free

Bug Garden Sensory Bin

The Learning Express 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE, United States

Let's go on a bug hunt!! Create your very own Bug Garden Sensory Bin. Then dig in and feel all the creepy crawly textures, observe your insects with a magnifying glass, and of course catch your bugs with the mini net!! This is a FREE, all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last!

Free

Blues performance with CA Waller “I Got the Blues, and I Can’t Be Satisfied”

Baright Public Library 5555 South 77th St, Ralston, NE, United States

Award-winning blues artist C.A. Waller, has been singing and playing the blues throughout the Midwest and South for more than 50 years. Through performance, storytelling, and a discussion of historical context Mr. Waller presents the musical styles, personal stories, and cultural background of the blues, and the people who sang and lived the blues. The story of the blues is the story of the establishment and development of the African-American society in our country, and the valuable contribution its practitioners have made to our collective culture. C.A. Waller is dedicated to the preservation of this unique oral tradition.

Free

Some Like It Hot

Orpheum Theater 409 S. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, SOME LIKE IT HOT is the “glorious, big, high-kicking” (Associated Press) story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross-country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime.

Kindermusik at Fat Brain

Fat Brain Toys 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE, United States

Let's make some music! Brains will grow and smiles will shine as kids work together to make some awesome music with Miss Kerry from Kindermusik with Overton Music Studios!

Free

MakeIt! Paper Roller Coasters

Do Space in Abrahams Library 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE

Build your own thrilling roller coaster from paper and explore the principles of momentum, gravity, and energy. Experiment with loops, turns, and drops to create the ultimate gravity-defying ride! This hands-on workshop brings physics to life in a fun and creative way.

Free [REGISTER]

Our Musical Stories

Florence Branch 2920 Bondesson St, Omaha, NE, United States

A small string or wind ensemble from the Omaha Symphony will perform music chosen to reflect the musicians’ decision to pursue music and/or their journey to Omaha. Each musician will share their personal story. This is a free event for all ages.

Free

Fire Safety Storytime

Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United States

Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking and writing in each storytime! Children of all ages are welcome; storytimes will be tailored for the age of the children present. At this storytime, we will learn about fire safety with a local firefighter and even see a fire truck!

Free

American Midwest Ballet Storytime

Council Bluffs Library 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, United States

Join dancers from the American Midwest Ballet for a 30 minute Alice in Wonderland storytime. We’ll read the story, watch the ballerinas dance, and learn some steps and stretches, too!

Free

Rock, Roll & Play Day at We Rock the Spectrum

We Rock The Spectrum - Omaha 10717 Virginia Plaza #113, La Vista, NE

Join on March 27 from 5-7 PM for free pizza and playtime at We Rock the Spectrum, a sensory-sensitive, inclusive indoor playground! This is a free event, and everyone is welcome!

Free

Our Musical Stories

South Omaha Library 2808 Q Street, Omaha, NE, United States

A small string or wind ensemble from the Omaha Symphony will perform music chosen to reflect the musicians’ decision to pursue music and/or their journey to Omaha. Each musician will share their personal story. This is a free event for all ages.

Free

Unlock Midtown: Free Neighborhood-Wide Game

Spielbound Board Game Cafe 3229 Harney St, Omaha, NE

Looking for an experience to enjoy with family and friends? For one weekend only, Unlock Midtown invites sleuths and clue-seekers to visit participating Midtown Crossing retailers, each hosting a unique, brand-new puzzle in need of solving. Your mission is to successfully complete each one. NEW for 2025 – Unlock Midtown: Kids Edition! This is a great way to include the whole family, with puzzles geared toward ages 5-10.

Free

Make a Terrarium

The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE

Create your own little world in a jar as we make our own mini terrariums!!🌍🦌🦖🌱This is a FREE all ages event!! First come, first serve, while supplies last!!

Free

Heritage Hill Church Spring Craft Fair

Heritage Hill Church 6909 Cornhusker Rd, Papillion, NE

Heritage Hill Church is hosting our 2nd Annual Spring Craft Fair of homemade crafts, Direct Sales products, Woodworks, Artisan Crafts, and much more. Vendors such as Pampered Chef, Scentsy, Young Living, and more will be joining the Craft Fair.

Event Series Do Space Littles Lab

Littles Lab: Creativity!

Do Space in Abrahams Library 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE

Join us at Do Space this February for engaging weekly activities focused on art. 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.

Free [REGISTER]

Aviation Stem Day at Oak View Mall

Oak View Mall 3001 South 144th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Flight Simulators, Radio Controlled Planes, Drone Soccer, and more!

Snapology

Willa Cather Branch 1905 S 44th St, Omaha, NE

Join OPL as we engage in digital storytelling through exciting STEM and coding activities with our new community partner Snapology! While children are exploring robotics, coding, and design challenges using LEGO® bricks and technology, they are learning new skills and having fun! This is a free event for kids 6-12.

Free [REGISTER]

Seed Share and Garden Q&A at Gretna Library

Gretna Public Library 736 South St, Gretna, NE

Prepare for the spring planting season! Speak with garden experts, pick up free seeds, and swap seeds with others in our community!

Free

Gardening Workshop with No More Empty Pots

Benson Branch 6015 Binney Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Spring is here, let’s get gardening! Join Omaha Public Library for an interactive workshop with No More Empty Pots to learn about sustainable food production and build skills that support sustainable food-growing and production practices, environmental consciousness, and improved food self-sufficiency. This is a free event for teens aged 13-18. All materials are provided while supplies last.

Free

Superheroes of Elkhorn: A Grand Opening Celebration!

Bloomwell Autism Therapy – Elkhorn 613 N 204th Avenue Circle, Omaha, NE

Join on Saturday, March 29 from 2-4 PM for our Elkhorn Grand Opening! Enjoy games, crafts, slime, popcorn, and a special visit from a fire truck! Plus, don’t miss the chance to take a picture with Spider-Man and Chase from PAW Patrol! This is a free, family-friendly event, and everyone is welcome—come celebrate with us!

Free

Galaxy Slime

The Learning Express 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE, United States

3-2-1 LIFT OFF!! Join for an OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD experience as they make a galaxy of SLIME!! Come have some sticky fun, and leave the mess to us! This is a FREE all ages event! First come , first serve, while supplies last!

Free

Birds of a Feather

Mahoney State Park 28500 West Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, United States

Get ready to go birding by participating in the Birds of a Feather program at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park’s newly renovated James Family Conservatory and Nature Center. On April 1, participants will learn more about spring migration patterns and discover when and where to find migrating birds as the spring season begins! This program is free but a 2025 park entry vehicle permit is required.

Free with Park Entry Fee

Toddler Tuesday: The Bug Guy!

Fat Brain Toys 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE, United States

Come and bug out over bugs with the Bug Guy! Spiders, scorpions, giant hissing cockroaches, butterflies, and more... kids will get to learn about them all, and maybe even hold a few (if you dare). It's sure to be an exciting event!

Free

Our Musical Stories

Benson Branch 6015 Binney Street, Omaha, NE, United States

A small string or wind ensemble from the Omaha Symphony will perform music chosen to reflect the musicians’ decision to pursue music and/or their journey to Omaha. Each musician will share their personal story. This is a free event for all ages.

Free

Bob Dylan

Orpheum Theater 409 S. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

American folksinger and rock-and-roll icon Bob Dylan is one of the greatest figures of the 20th century. Regarded as “the poet’s poet” by RollingStone in 1974, this 10-time Grammy award winner emerged from the Greenwich Village folk scene in the early 1960s, earning a reputation as a perceptive, powerful songwriter. Bob Dylan now brings his iconic and timeless sound of the Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour to Omaha!

Little Saplings Nature Discovery Program: Rabbits

Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

The April theme is Rabbits.
Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. Little Saplings, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 – 5 and their adult caregiver, will bring nature themes to life for your child through story time, sensory activities, crafts, and outdoor exploration!

$5

Our Musical Stories

Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United States

A small string or wind ensemble from the Omaha Symphony will perform music chosen to reflect the musicians’ decision to pursue music and/or their journey to Omaha. Each musician will share their personal story. This is a free event for all ages.

Free

Terracotta Pot Painting

Baright Public Library 5555 South 77th St, Ralston, NE, United States

Want to jazz up your potted plant this spring? Come decorate your own terracotta pot at the library on Thursday, April 3. We provide the supplies, you bring the creativity! This activity is open to all ages. Pots are available on a first come, first serve basis.

Free

Omaha Tattoo Arts Festival

CHI Health Center 455 N 10th St, Omaha, NE

Tickets are only available at the door for this show.

$20 – $40

Make Your Own Fairy Jar

The Learning Express 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE, United States

Join and create your very own enchanting Fairy Jars! Let your imagination soar as you decorate a whimsical jar full of glitter, sparkles and fairy dust of course! Don't miss out on this spellbinding experience of crafting and fun!! This is a FREE, all ages event. First come, first serve, while supplies last

Free

Bee Party at Gretna Library

Gretna Public Library 736 South St, Gretna, NE

Learn about the amazing world of bees! Discover how to get your start with backyard beekeeping with special guests from Valhalla Bee Farm. Taste and ask questions about honey with Bee Bum Honey. There will be activities for all ages from kids to adults!

Free

Easter Treasure Hunt with the Easter Bunny

Antler Point Chiropractic 3424 N 190th St, Elkhorn, NE

Come enjoy their annual Easter Treasure Hunt with the Easter Bunny!! The Community is invited to join on Friday April 4th from 5:30-7:00. They will have pictures with the Easter Bunny, A scavenger hunt, games, prizes, treats and more.

Free

Whose Live Anyway?

Holland Performing Arts Center 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, United States

You’ve seen them make up scenes right before your eyes on the TV show Whose Line is it Anyway —now see them live and in person! It’s 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song, all based on audience suggestions. Audience participation is key to the show, so bring your suggestions and you might be asked to join the cast onstage! Whose Live Anyway showcases some of the improv games made famous on the long-running TV show, as well as some exciting new ones!

Night Skies at Lauritzen Gardens

Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

As the seasons shift, so does the sky. Join the Omaha Astronomical Society for a magical evening of stargazing at Lauritzen Gardens. Enjoy a tram ride to the rose garden, where you’ll view the gorgeous night sky through powerful telescopes. Observe distant deep-sky objects, planets, and the moon in the serene garden setting. Pre-registration is required at least one week in advance of the session.

$20 – $30 [REGISTER]

Home Depot Kids Workshop: Globe Planter

Home Depot Stores Home Depot Stores, Omaha, NE, United States

Join the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.

Free

3rd Annual LibraryCon 2025!

Papillion Landing 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE

Join for LibraryCon 2025 on April 5th, 9AM to 2PM! LibraryCon will take place at Papillion Landing. This event is free and open to the public. Vendor Fair, Food Trucks, Cosplay Competition, workshops, trivia and so much more! Workshops require registration.

Free

Spring Craft Fair 2025

Brookestone Meadows 600 Brookestone Meadows Plaza, Elkhorn, NE, United States

Come do some shopping with over 40 vendors! FREE ADMISSION. Coffee Truck all day.

Free

Elkhorn High School Spring Craft Fair

Elkhorn High School 1401 Veterans Dr, Elkhorn, NE, United States

The Cheer Program at Elkhorn High School is hosting the Spring Craft Fair at Elkhorn High School. There will be 120+ vendors, food trucks, a raffle and a top notch shopping experience!

Return of the THUNDERBIRDS

Indian Center Inc 1100 Military Rd, Lincoln, NE

This family-fun “something for everyone” event celebrates the time of year many Native peoples give thanks to the Thunder beings for providing rebirth with rain & thunder. It is also a time we celebrate the return of many migratory birds to Nebraska. So Audubon and the Indian Center are celebrating together with music, dance, food, arts, kids games and activities, and much much more. FREE and fun for all.

Free

Out & About Storytime: The Joslyn

The Joslyn 2200 Dodge St, Omaha, NE

Join OPL at The Joslyn for storytime, featuring stories, creative movement, music and exploration of a piece of art. Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. This Storytime is part of The Joslyn's monthly Art-tastic Saturdays.

Free

Benson Sons Annual Easter Egg Hunt 2025

Benson American Legion Family Post #112 8904 Military Rd, Omaha, NE

The Benson Sons of The American Legion invite you to attend our Annual Easter Egg Hunt. They will have age-based egg hunts. Get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny. Hope you will join for a fun filled event. This event is free to the public.

Free

Meadows Annual Egg Hunt

Meadows Community Center & Pool 13937 Meadow Ridge Rd, Omaha, NE

Come for their our annual Easter Egg Hunt! They are bringing back their Egg Hunt! The Easter Bunny will be joining us! There will be pictures with the Easter Bunny and snacks. Pets are welcome. This is a free event and open to the public. Kids will hunt for eggs in designated areas for their age group during the designated times. After they hunt for the eggs, then they can turn in their eggs for a bag of goodies at the Egg Exchange.
The Egg Hunt Times
Ages 1-3 Years: 1:15 PM
Ages 4-6 Years 1:45 PM
Ages 7-10 Years 2:15 PM

Free

17th Annual Beeping Egg Hunt

Boys Town Hall of History 14057 Flanagan Blvd, Boys Town, NE

Join for the 17th Annual Beeping Egg Hunt. This family-friendly event for children with visual impairment (and their siblings) will have a beeping egg hunt, photos with live bunnies, refreshments and more! Registration is required.

Free [REGISTER]

Mystery at the Mansion: Murder Among Mateys

Arbor Lodge Mansion 2600 Arbor Ave, Nebraska City, NE

After a voyage filled with pillaging and plundering, the Jaded Jewel – Arbor Lodge Mansion turned pirate ship – is docked in a cove near Port Royal. The ship is captained by the dreaded Redbeard. As the pirates head into town to celebrate their homecoming and spend their gold, a night of turmoil and trouble is sure to transpire. As the night quickly steers out of control, one guest meets a tragic demise. Is the culprit the profiteering pirate organizing a mutiny? Or, the saucy sea mistress? Could the perpetrator be the swashbuckling swordsman desperate to win the love of the governor’s daughter? Be among those who help get the guilty person to the gallows or walking the plank! Participants will receive a character to portray as they arrive at Arbor Lodge Mansion. $30/person. Space is limited. Adults Only

$30 [REGISTER]
Event Series Brick Days Omaha

Brick Days Omaha

Mid-America Center 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA, United States

2025 Build Theme: Pioneers. Think trailblazers and risk-takers or visionaries and revolutionaries. The possibilities for your creation are endless!

Event Series Springfest at River’s Edge

Springfest at River’s Edge

Tom Hanafan River's Edge Park East Side of the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, Council Bluffs, IA, United States

Get ready to soar into spring! Join for high-flying entertainment at Springfest on April 5 and 6, at Tom Hanafan River's Edge Park, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day!
This year, Great American Kites is bringing their record-breaking giant and colorful kites to paint the sky. Plus, we will have live music, food trucks, and family-friendly fun.

Free

Nebraska SciFest SUN-Day at Branched Oak Observatory

Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th St., Raymond, NE

In collaboration with NE SciFest, we are pleased to offer “Nebraska SciFest SUN-Day at Branched Oak Observatory.” While you visit Branched Oak Observatory you also get to do what you were always told what NOT to do… look at the Sun! With our special White Light and Hydrogen Alpha Telescopes, you will have a chance to see Sunspots, Solar Prominences, Granulation, Filaments, and so much more on the surface of our closest star… the Sun.

$5

Science Sunday: Tin Foil Watercolor Eggs

Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

Join the Nebraska Science Festival for Science Sunday from 1-2pm in April at the Slides. This is a free family friendly hour for you to learn about nature, animals, medicine and more with hands-on science activities (while supplies last).

Free

Mini Bunny Slime Jars

The Learning Express 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE, United States

Join for an afternoon of Easter sensory fun! They'll be creating ooey-gooey pastel slime and decorating adorable bunny jars to store your springtime sensory creation. This is a FREE event for all ages—first come, first served, while supplies last! Don’t miss out!

Free

Kids Yoga and Mindfulness with The Fern Foundation for Kids

Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

Join The Fern Foundation for Kids for Kids Yoga & Mindfulness at the Downtown Green in Gene Leahy Mall!
Classes offer a joyful, safe space where children aged 5-12 learn emotional regulation, self-awareness, and body awareness. Through activities like yoga, breathing exercises, and sensory exploration, children develop skills that help them recognize and manage emotions.

Eggstravaganza

Saddlebrook Library 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE, United States

Join the Saddlebrook Branch and Community Center as we welcome spring! Enjoy a special egg hunt at 9 a.m. at the Community Center, play with toys in the gym, and more. Experience storytime at 10 a.m., with crafts and candy afterward. Be sure to bring a basket for your goodies. Supplies and treats are available while they last.

Free

Tiny Tot Spring Party & Storytime

A.V. Sorensen Branch

Celebrate spring at A.V. Sorensen Branch and Community Center! Music & Movement will be at 10 a.m., afterward, make a craft, get the wiggles out in the gym, and bounce in a bounce house! This free event is for children ages 5 and younger.

Free

Toddler Tuesday: Springtime Birds

Fat Brain Toys 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE, United States

We're soaring into the joy of spring! Miss Jill will read a fun bird-themed story, then she'll guide kids along as they make an adorable handprint bird and nest. Everyone will be chirping with excitement!

Free

Talk and Tote – Debut Authors

W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United States

Are you ready to get crafty and discover a new debut novel? Come design your own book tote while chatting about author's debut novels. You are encouraged to talk about books you've enjoyed with the rest of the group, but it is not required. All supplies are included. This event is for adults 19+. Registration is required

Free [REGISTER]

Lady Blackbird

Holland Performing Arts Center 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, United States

Lady Blackbird’s music is a rich blend of jazz, soul, and blues, marked by her hauntingly powerful vocals and emotive delivery. Drawing inspiration from icons like Billie Holiday and Nina Simone, her sound feels both timeless and modern, with a raw, soulful intensity that captivates.

Out & About Storytime at Cup & Cone

Cup & Cone 15420 S 2nd St, Bennington, NE

Join Bennington Library on the patio at Cup & Cone in Bennington for Out & About Storytime

Free

Creative Movement with Motion Works Dance

Council Bluffs Library 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, United States

Join us for a half hour of dancing and a story with Motion Works Dance. Most appropriate for kids ages 5 years old and younger and an adult companion.

Free

Homeschool in the Hills: Wilderness Survival Skills

Hitchcock Nature Center 27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek, IA, United States

From fire making to shelter building to understanding how to navigate in the forest or prairie. This month we’ll have an overview of a variety of skills that can be used to survive and thrive in the wild. Learn how to safely practice these techniques with minimal impact on the natural world.
Cost for this event is $5.00 per person for children ages 3 and over and covers your park entry fee. Adults and children under 3 accompanying program participants do not need a reservation.

$5

Spring Family Fun Night

Mid-America Council - Boy Scouts of America 12401 W Maple Rd, Omaha, NE

Join for a Scouting Family Fun Night! Bring the whole family for an evening of adventure and excitement! Enjoy a bounce house, bouldering wall, target sports, crafts, and more—all while learning about the fun and opportunities Scouting has to offer. Whether you're already part of Scouting or looking to join, this is the perfect chance to connect, explore, and have a blast.

Free

Blair MOMCO Consignment Sale

Grampa's Farm 6782 Hwy 133, Blair, NE

Don’t miss out – mark your calendar and come early for the best deals! Whether you’re a first-time shopper or a seasoned Blair MomCo fan, this event is one you won’t want to miss. Formerly known as Blair Mops, Blair MomCo is excited to announce our upcoming Consignment Sale! Whether you’re shopping for gently used baby gear, clothing, toys, or home essentials, you’ll find incredible deals at unbeatable prices. This is your chance to snag high-quality items for your little ones and your home – all while supporting a local, sustainable community!

Out & About Storytime: Gene Leahy Mall

Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

Join OPL at the Gene Leahy Mall for storytime! Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun. Rain or shine, we'll be there! They will be under the big white pavilion.

Free

Ladies of Hip Hop

Holland Performing Arts Center 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, United States

Step into the rhythm with the electrifying Ladies of Hip Hop Dance Collective as they take the stage in an explosive showcase of talent and creativity. Known for their captivating choreography and powerful performances, these dynamic dancers bring the energy and spirit of hip hop to life. With their unmatched skill and fierce style, these talented dancers deliver a performance that celebrates the artistry and culture of hip hop. From jaw-dropping choreography to powerful storytelling through movement, don’t miss your chance to witness their awe-inspiring artistry live!

$20 – $38

Spring Festival: An Arts & Crafts Affair

Liberty First Credit Union Arena 7300 Q St., Ralston, NE

Hundreds of the Nation’s finest artists and crafters display and sell their handcrafted works. Voted one of the top 100 shows in the country according to Sunshine Artist Magazine. Hourly gift certificate drawings, food & drink, free parking, and lots of family fun! Adults $10. Seniors(62+) $9. Children Under 10 Free. Paid admission is good all weekend with hand stamp!

Bunny Patch Pudding Cups & Storytime

The Learning Express 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE, United States

Nothing sweeter than a Bunny peep... in pudding that is! Join and make your own delicious Bunny Patch Pudding Cups, then gather around and enjoy our Easter snack and hear the story "How to Catch the Easter Bunny"! This is a FREE, all ages event. First come, first serve, while supplies last!

Free

Fandom Party: Percy Jackson

Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United States

Calling all demigods! Join OPL at Camp Half-Blood for a celebration of all things Percy Jackson! Come discuss the books and do crafts and activities based on the fandom with others who love it. Based on the Percy Jackson book series by Rick Riordan. Costumes are encouraged but not required. All materials are free and provided while supplies last.

Free [REGISTER]

Blue & Green Day Celebration

Lewis and Clark Landing 345 Riverfront Dr., Omaha, NE, United States

Meet at the Riverfront and dress in blue and green for a night of family fun celebrating National Blue & Green Day and the gift of organ and tissue donation. Enjoy free music, face painting, balloon artists, games and prizes, and a drone show. The fun happens on the Riverfront Plaza at the Lewis & Clark Landing (just east of Kiewit Luminarium).

Free

Easter Event at Maravillas Olga

Maravillas Olga 1714 Vinton St, Omaha, NE

Join for another fun Easter event for Friday 2 on Vinton St. Bring your little ones to enjoy games, mini photo sessions, Easter bunny, egg decorating contest and more!

Free

John Crist Comedian

Orpheum Theater 409 S. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

John Crist is one of today’s fast-rising stand-up comedians, with more than one billion video views, over five million fans on social media and sold-out shows from coast to coast making Pollstar’s Top 100 Global Tours list in 2019 with over 197,000 tickets sold.

Easter Eggstravaganza at Scheels

Scheels - Village Pointe 17202 Davenport St, Omaha, NE, United States

The Easter Bunny is coming to SCHEELS! Face Painting, Scavenger Hunts, Giveaways

Free

Easter Egg Hunt at Divine Shepherd Church

Divine Shepherd Church 15005 Q St, Omaha, NE

Divine Shepherd invites you to their Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12 at 10am for kids age birth through fifth grade. Bring a friend and a basket! Rain or shine! We'll have the hunt outside (weather-permitting) or inside our facility. Tell them you're coming.

Free

Kids Easter Party and Fundraiser

American Legion Post #1 7811 Davenport St, Omaha, NE, United States

The Easter Bunny is heading towards your #1 Legion Post, Saturday April 12, 2025. 11 AM pictures with the Easter Bunny in-person, and will officially be there to assist during the Egg Hunt starting at 11:30 AM or earlier. Son’s Food & Auction Fundraiser; offering a small meal for $, and random prizes up for Auction. Need funds to continue our events. Games and Candy, also included (until we run out). Bring your Easter Basket for fun and excitement!

Free

Community Easter Egg Hunt at Lord of Love

Lord of Love 10405 Fort St, Omaha, NE

Kids ages pre-K to 5th grade are invited to have an EGGciting morning of fun and faith at our community egg hunt. Free!

Free

Little Learners: Seasonal Science

Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United States

Looking to explore the seasons with your little learner? Join Fontenelle Forest for our new program learning what happens in the forest as the seasons change – Little Learners: Seasonal Science! We’ll discuss what animals do as the seasons change, and explore science stations focused on the spring or fall. Join us on a hike looking for spring shoots or falling leaves, and make your own seasonal craft to take home!

$10 – $25 [REGISTER]

Spring Celebration and Egg Hunt at Gifford Farm

Gifford Farm 700 Camp Gifford Rd, Bellevue, NE, United States

Help celebrate the spring season at the farm with a fun day of Egg Hunting! Guests will travel the farm collecting goodies, visiting the animals, and enjoying the farm. Guests will be able to take a hayride into the forest, explore the Outdoor Nature Classroom, play games, and more. Admission: $6 per person. Children under 2 years not egg hunting are free. Cash or Check only please. Event is by reservation only.

$6 [REGISTER]

Egg Hunt and Healthy Kids Day Event

Fremont Family YMCA 810 N Lincoln Ave, Fremont, NE

Join for an eggsciting day of pancakes, healthy kids activities, a health fair with local vendors, an easter egg hunt and roller skating! We have a lot happening this day including...
-Pancakes with the Easter Bunny! The Pancake Man will be flipping pancakes from 10 am - 12 pm in the tennis courts. (Free pancakes and sausages for Y members, $5 for pancakes and sausage for non Y members.) To have pancakes, you must sign up.
-Vendors, yard games, a bounce house, crafts, tumbling mats, and more!
-The Egg Hunt will take place at 1 pm in the Sidner gyms with roller skating to follow until 4 pm.

Free

Pixie’s Pony Tales Springtime Petting Zoo

Fat Brain Toys 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE, United States

Come and celebrate spring with some adorable farm friends! Pixie's Pony Tales will be here with bunnies, chicks, and sheep for kids to pet and pose with. Everyone's sure to head home hopping with delight!

Free

Community Easter Eggstravaganza

Thompson Park 2602 S Franklin St, Bellevue, NE

Treat your family to a fun FREE day at Thompson Park for this year’s Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 12 from 11AM to 1:00PM. Fun for all with Egg Hunt, Easter Bunny, live music, pony rides, a bouncy house, face painting and more!

Free

Benson Community Easter Egg Hunt

Gallagher Park 2936 N 52nd St, Omaha, NE

Join for a fun Easter Egg Hunt on the south side of Gallagher Park in the Benson area! This is a FREE community event! There will be food (while supplies last) and lots of eggs filled with goodies for the kids! The event begins at 11am and we will have three age groups for our egg hunts: ages 0-3, 4-7, 8-11. Each age group will have their own time to hunt for eggs! Invite your friends and family for a day at the park! Everyone is welcome!

Free

Metropolitan Community College Science Day

Metro Community College 2909 Edward Babe Gomez Ave, Omaha, NE

Stop by Metropolitan Community College (Nebraska) South Omaha Campus, Mahoney building, on April 12 from 11am until 3pm, for hands-on activities, which encompass a variety of science disciplines including physics, chemistry and biology. This event is free and open to all!

Free

Collective Church 4th Annual Eggstravaganza

Millard North High School 1010 S 144th St, Omaha, NE, United States

4th annual Eggstravaganza!! This year will be our biggest year yet with 30,000 eggs! They will have 3 egg hunts; according to ages 0-12. They will also have bounce houses, face painting, balloon artists, a fire truck and police car, and a variety of food trucks! This is a free event, but please bring $$ for the food trucks! This event is on the track!

Free

Visit The Easter Bunny at Regency Shopping Center

Regency 120 Regency Parkway, Omaha, NE, United States

Meet the Easter Bunny: Head to Center Court located inside Regency Shopping Center to visit the Easter Bunny and snap a festive photo! Bunny Break Times: 1:30pm and 2:45pm

Free

Easter Egg Hunt! – Valley

Rogert Park 604 South Lakewood St, Valley, NE

All Are Welcome To Our Free Passover Saturday Easter Egg Hunt! Valley
Join us in our FUN activity for the Community! 
Come As You Are. You are welcome to Volunteer and/or make a FREE WILL offering if you choose. You, family and friends are welcome to: 
Easter Egg Hunt! Valley - Saturday, April 12, 2025 – 1:00 pm prompt start! 
Valley NE Rogert Park 604 South Lakewood Street.
RSVP appreciated for planning purposes!

Free

Easter Egg Hunter

Miller Park 30th & Redick, Omaha, NE, United States

The BPOA and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. will be hosting our annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Miller Park Pavilion. Over 20,000 eggs will be spread throughout the park for the hunt. Free food, bounce houses, and raffle prizes will all be available. The hunt will begin at 1:10pm and please bring your own bag/basket.

Free

Incredible Edible Landfill

Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United States

Have you ever wondered what happens once you throw something into the trash can? How important is recycling? Join OPL as they explore these issues in a fun (and tasty) way! Participants will use pudding, candy, cookies, cereal, and other tasty treats to create an edible landfill.
This is a free event for children ages 7-12. Registration is required.

Free [REGISTER]

Make A Wish – Blue Jean Ball: A Night Under the Stars

Embassy Suites La Vista 12520 Westport Pkwy, La Vista, NE

Annual Blue Jean Ball: A Night Under the Stars, presented by Scoular and Cornerstone Staffing Inc. Take part in our silent and live auctions and hear about the impact a wish can have on local children battling critical illnesses.

Palm Sunday Easter Egg Hunt

First United Methodist Church 7020 Cass St., Omaha, NE, United States

Eggs, Candy & Trinkets OH MY! You BELONG at this all-ages Egg Hunt! Bring your baskets for a age- & stage-based hunt ensuring all ages collect a big haul!

Free

Eggstravaganza at St Andrew’s

St. Andrew's United Methodist Church 15050 W Maple Rd, Omaha, NE

Join for Palm Sunday service at 10 AM and stick around for the EGGSTRAVAGANZA! After worship on April 13th, they’re celebrating with a fun-filled event for all ages, featuring crafts, games, live bunnies, and an exciting Easter egg hunt! This event is open to everyone in our community, so bring your friends, family, and a basket for the eggs—we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Free

Forever Young Film Series: Finding Nemo

Film Streams Dundee Theater 4952 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE

Nemo, an adventurous young clownfish, is unexpectedly captured from Australia's Great Barrier Reef and taken to a dentist's office aquarium. It's up to Marlin (Albert Brooks), his worrisome father, and Dory (Ellen DeGeneres), a friendly but forgetful regal blue tang fish, to make the epic journey to bring Nemo home. Their adventure brings them face-to-face with vegetarian sharks, surfer dude turtles, hypnotic jellyfish, hungry seagulls and more. Marlin discovers a bravery he never knew, but will he be able to find his son?

$5

Indoor Winter Farmer’s Market

Nebraska Brewing Company 6950 S 108th St, La Vista, NE

All ages and free to attend! The second and fourth Sundays of every month from November – April! With over 60 total vendors, including farm fresh produce, eggs and meat, there is something for everyone! Food trucks, music, shopping, beer and more! With a rotating vendor list each week, there will be something new for you at every market!

Free

Easter Eggstravaganza at Scheels

Scheels - Village Pointe 17202 Davenport St, Omaha, NE, United States

The Easter Bunny is coming to SCHEELS! Face Painting, Scavenger Hunts, Giveaways

Free

Science Sunday: Seed Bombs with Nebraska SciFest

Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

Join the Nebraska Science Festival for Science Sunday from 1-2pm in April at the Slides. This is a free family friendly hour for you to learn about nature, animals, medicine and more with hands-on science activities (while supplies last).

Free

Operation: Easter Egg Hunt at SAC

Strategic Air and Space Museum 28210 West Park Highway, Ashland, NE

Attention, recruits! Your next mission is a top-secret, egg-stra special adventure at the SAC Aerospace Museum! Join us for Operation: Easter Egg Hunt, a day packed with family-friendly fun, surprises, and plenty of sweet rewards! Easter Bunny Photo Ops, Egg Hunts by Age Groups, Giveaways and more.

Geocaching Challenge

Elmwood Park 802 South 60th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Bring out the whole crew to search for caches hidden in the park using GPS coordinates! Instruction is provided!
Enjoy the fun for $10/group of up to 6 people! Great activity for all ages! Please bring at least one smartphone per group! Register by April 9th.

$10 [REGISTER]
Event Series Alice in Wonderland

Alice in Wonderland

American Midwest Ballet 1001 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA

Hop down the rabbit hole with Victorian literature’s most intrepid 10-year-old heroine in this inventive and intriguing adventure for all ages! Combining favorite characters and scenes from Lewis Carroll’s classics Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass, this delightfully original ballet spans moods from poignant and dreamlike to playful and whimsical. It’s a colorful and lively dance experience to cherish!

$29 – $71

Eggstravaganza 2025 at St Thomas Lutheran Church

St. Thomas Luteran Church - Omaha 5260 S 170th St., Omaha, NE

All ages are welcome at this completely free community event! Egg Hunts for three age groups, Face Painters, Balloon Artists, crafts and more!

Free

Paint & Plant Event

The Learning Express 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE, United States

Calling all lil Gardeners!! Join for a fun filled craft and planting event!!  Getting creative and paint mini terra-cotta pots!! Then roll up your sleeves and get your green thumb out and plant real sunflowers seeds!! Last but not least, take your creation home and watch it grow!! This is a FREE all ages event!! Supplies are first come first serve!

Free

Kids Yoga and Mindfulness with The Fern Foundation for Kids

Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

Join The Fern Foundation for Kids for Kids Yoga & Mindfulness at the Downtown Green in Gene Leahy Mall!
Classes offer a joyful, safe space where children aged 5-12 learn emotional regulation, self-awareness, and body awareness. Through activities like yoga, breathing exercises, and sensory exploration, children develop skills that help them recognize and manage emotions.

Talk and Tote – Debut Authors

Downtown Branch 1401 Jones St., Omaha, NE

Are you ready to get crafty and discover a new debut novel? Come design your own book tote while chatting about author's debut novels. You are encouraged to talk about books you've enjoyed with the rest of the group, but it is not required. All supplies are included. This event is for adults 19+. Registration is required

Free [REGISTER]

Young Writers Group

Gretna Public Library 736 South St, Gretna, NE

Join a group of writers to work on drafts, partake in challenges, and share what you like. Grades 6-12

Free

Tiny Tot Easter Egg Hunt

Mockingbird Hills Community Center 10242 Mockingbird Dr, Omaha, NE

Ages 6 and under. Bring your basket and join the Egg hunt followed by toddler gym time and crafts! Hunt will start promptly at 10:15am! While supplies last

Free

Toddler Tuesday: Easter Fun

Fat Brain Toys 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE, United States

Hop on by for some springtime joy! Our good friend Miss Tina will read Easter stories, then she'll guide little ones through a cute Easter craft activity. It's an egg-celent way to spend your Tuesday morning!

Free

Raptor Trivia at Kros Strain

Kros Strain Brewing Company 10411 Portal Rd, La Vista, NE

Join Fontenelle Forest for an evening of feathered fun during Raptor Trivia Night at Kros Strain in partnership with NE SciFest! This engaging and educational event will test your wits and give you the opportunity to see several of our educational raptor ambassadors up close.

Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks

Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a hovering hummingbird, a sly fox, and more! Ignite your imagination, create brick-built works of your own, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.

Tiny Tot Easter Egg Hunt at Montclair

Montclair Community Center 2304 S 135th Ave., Omaha, NE, United States

6 and Under. Egg hunt outside, coloring and crafts inside! Come join the fun! Pre-register online at parks.cityofomaha.org

Free [REGISTER]

Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs

The Durham Museum 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Embark on a dramatic adventure to Antarctica — one of the most isolated and dangerous environments on Earth — and witness the latest discovery: dinosaurs. While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, Antarctic Dinosaurs reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs and the history of the continent with real fossils and engaging interactives. More than 60 fossils, full-scale replications, and touchable models. Numerous mechanical and digital interactives, including “excavation” interactives. Real and cast dinosaur skeletons, including Cryolophosaurus and Glacialisaurus. Meteorite from Antarctica

Eggstravaganza

Florence Branch 2920 Bondesson St, Omaha, NE, United States

Join Florence Branch and Florence Community Center as we welcome spring! Experience storytime at 10:30 a.m. in the library, with crafts and candy offered afterward. Enjoy a special egg hunt in the Community Center at 11 a.m., play in the gym with toys, and more! Be sure to bring a basket for all your goodies. Supplies and treats are available while they last.

Free
Event Series Spark Your Story

Spark Your Story: Union of Contemporary Arts

Charles B. Washington Branch 2868 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States

Join Washington Branch every Thursday as local community members share their story. Enjoy snacks, engage in discussion with the storyteller, and explore new professions, storytelling mediums, and activities. This program is for teens 11–18 years old.

Free

Kennedy STEAM Family Night

Kennedy Elementary School 2906 N 30th St, Omaha, NE

Kennedy Elementary School is once again hosting a STEAM Family Night on Thursday, April 17, from 5:30-7pm featuring Robotics, Rockets, Hovercrafts, Fire Truck, Urban Gardening, 3D Pens, Water Science, Laser Cutting and more! Come and enjoy awesome opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics. Food, Fun and Family time for ALL.

Free
Event Series Curtains

Curtains

Chanticleer Community Theater 1001 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA, United States

It’s the brassy, bright, and promising year of 1959. Boston’s Colonial Theatre is host to the opening night performance of a new musical. When the leading lady mysteriously dies on stage the entire cast & crew are suspects. Enter a local detective, who just happens to be a musical theatre fan! Packed with glorious tunes and a witty, charming script filled with delightful characters, CURTAINS is a hilarious journey for both performers and the audience. The Broadway production garnered 8 nominations at the 2007 Tony Awards® including Best Musical.

$20 – $30

Spring Bling 402 Comedy Fest

Orpheum Theater 409 S. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Get ready for an unforgettable night of side-splitting comedy at the Spring Bling 402 Comedy Festival! This all-star lineup features the funniest comedians in the game, guaranteed to bring high-energy laughs and good vibes to Omaha.

Easter Playdoh Sensory Jar

The Learning Express 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE, United States

Hop into Easter Fun!  Celebrate with us at our DIY Spring Sensory Playdoh Jar event!!  Dig into the egg-cellent textures, and let your joy hop like a bunny as you explore the different pastel-colored textiles we add in to our home-made playdoh we mix-up!  This is a FREE, all ages event!! First come, first serve while supplies last

Free

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