• Merry & Bright: Holiday Poinsettia Show

    Lauritzen Gardens Merry & Bright
    Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

    Whether it’s a visit to the iconic 20’ tall poinsettia tree, a tour through the lush conservatory to see the holiday express, roasting marshmallows on the festival garden patio, or finding the perfect gift in the gift shop, there is a natural magic at Lauritzen Gardens that makes the season Merry & Bright.

    Free – $15
  • The Lost World of Dragons

    The Lost World of Dragons
    The Durham Museum 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    From 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.

  • Frozen (2013)

    Forever Young Film Series
    Film Streams Dundee Theater 4952 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE

    Fearless optimist Anna (Kristen Bell) sets off on an epic journey—teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff (Jonathan Groff) and his loyal reindeer Sven—to find her sister Elsa (Idina Menzel), whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a hilarious snowman named Olaf (Josh Gad), Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom.

    $5
  • Kid Coders: Feeding the Fish with Code.org

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

    Dive into the world of coding with this fun, beginner-friendly class! Using Code.org's interactive platform, participants will learn the basics of block-based programming by creating a virtual aquarium.

    You'll write simple code to make your fish swim, feed them, and explore coding concepts in an engaging way. No prior coding experience is needed—just bring your curiosity! Ideal for ages 8 and up.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Habitat Hikes

    Wetlands 103 Camp Gifford Rd, Bellevue, 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]
  • Christmas at Union Station

    Christmas at Union Station
    The Durham Museum 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Time to dust off those ornaments, bake some holiday cookies and deck the halls! Christmas at Union Station presented by FNBO is back, and we can’t wait to see you at the museum! From the 40-foot-tall twinkling tree to memorable events and Santa himself, you won’t want to miss all that we have planned.

    Free – $15
  • Littles Lab: Robots!

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

    Join this January for engaging weekly activities focused on robots and coding!

    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]
  • Toddler Tuesday: Kindermusik with Overton Music Studios!

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

    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
  • Melting Snowman Slime

    The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE

    Frosty spent too much time in the sun!! Join us for a fun Melting Snowman Slime activity and leave the dreaded slime cleanup to us!! This is a FREE all ages event!! First come, first serve, while supplies last!

    Free
  • Secret Kindness Agents

    Secret Kindness Agents
    The Rose Theater 2001 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE

    Secret Agents Glitter Waffles, Chameleon, Stinger and Ringleader have been recruited by Agent Sunflower (currently undercover at Ellis Elementary School as a school counselor) to make their school a kinder place for all. The school has been overcome with the winter blues, excessive grumpiness, school testing stress and an overall dark cloud of doom and gloom. Will these elementary school students succeed in their secret spy missions? Can they break the secret codes from headquarters? Will their secret agency be discovered? Will they make a difference in this school? Will their excessive use of glitter attract the ire of the janitor? Will they work together better than a herd of cats? What does a glitter waffle taste like and what kind of syrup do you put on it? Join for this exciting spy-tastic adventure play!

    Free – $20
  • Big Play Saturday: Jim 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
  • SAC Museum Exhibit – Mission: Astronaut

    Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum 28210 W Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, United States

    Welcome to Mission: Astronaut, a hands-on experience where visitors learn about space exploration, the technology that makes it possible, how it benefits life on Earth, and more through astronaut training challenges. Each section presents interactive tasks that require an astronaut’s mindset to solve and focus on engineering, physics, teamwork, and fun!

  • Toddler Tuesday: Storytime with Mrs. M!

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

    The coziest storytime is happening at Fat Brain Toys! Our good friend Mrs. M will be telling a few fun and snuggly blanket-themed stories. Stop by and warm up your heart - and don't forget to bring your favorite blanket!

    Free
  • Design It! Marble Maze

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

    Unleash your creativity and engineering skills in our exciting Marble Maze Design Class at Do Space! In this hands-on workshop, kids will learn the fundamentals of design and physics as they create their very own marble mazes. Using a variety of materials, participants will brainstorm, sketch, and build intricate pathways that challenge marbles to navigate twists, turns, and obstacles.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Waitress at Omaha Community Playhouse

    Hawks Mainstage Theatre 6915 Cass St, Omaha, NE

    Tony Award®-nominated musical Waitress offers a unique recipe for finding happiness in unexpected places. Jenna, an adept pie maker and waitress at the local diner, finds herself trapped in a small town and an unfulfilling marriage. Faced with an unplanned pregnancy, Jenna worries that her dream of opening her own pie shop may slip away. However, a baking contest in a nearby county and the arrival of the town’s charming new doctor provides her with a tantalizing recipe for happiness. Featuring music and lyrics by Grammy Award®-winner Sara Bareilles, this regional premiere of Waitress is a hit musical that’s “a little slice of heaven” (Entertainment Weekly).

    $25 – $55
  • Inheritance Games Escape Room

    A.V. Sorensen Branch

    Avery has been told that she can inherit a fortune, but she has to solve the puzzles left behind by the eccentric billionaire first. Can you help her outsmart the others in line to inherit before time runs out in this escape room based on the best-selling Inheritance Games series by Jennifer Lynn Barnes.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Spark Your Story

    Spark Your Story
    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
  • 27th Annual Omaha Lawn, Flower & Patio Show

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

    Don’t Miss Over 100,000 Sq Ft of the latest products, services and innovations for your Home, Garden & Outdoor Living! Featuring waterfalls, ponds, and blooming plants while you savor the sights, sounds and smells of springtime!

  • Nature Storytime: Ruby’s Birds

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

    Today there will be a special guests from Keep Omaha Beautiful who will read Ruby’s Birds by Mya Thompson. Just as Ruby learns to identify the birds in her neighborhood, we will also learn to observe specific features in order to identify common backyard Nebraska birds. They will make a tool to help us on our birdwatching adventures and conclude with a bird watching expedition outside.

    Free
  • Make a Winter Wonderland Sensory Bin

    The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE

    Embark on a captivating Winter Wonderland adventure as we delve into the enchanting world of instant snow, adorable miniatures, and a variety of sensory-rich textiles and textures! Immerse yourself in the magic of this make-and-take sensory craft, bringing the beauty of snow indoors! This is a FREE, all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last!

    Free
  • 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
  • Take & Make Kit: Code Bracelet

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

    Discover the fun of coding and wearable tech with our Code Bracelet Take and Make Kit! This engaging DIY activity combines creativity and STEM learning as you create a custom bracelet that represents a unique message using binary code. Perfect for kids, teens, and families, this kit teaches basic coding concepts while crafting a one-of-a-kind accessory. Available while supplies last

    Free
  • Home Depot Kids Workshop: Valentines Candy Box

    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
  • Couple Shuffle Run

    Seymour Smith Park 6802 Harrison St, Omaha, NE, United States

    Ready to run your heart out? Join us for the annual Couple Shuffle 5k/10k! Whether you’re sprinting with your sweetheart or racing solo, this Valentine themed race promises a heart-pounding good time. Enjoy a course sprinkled with fun photo ops, and a finish line filled with sweet treats and high-fives. Fun for the whole family! Registration fees include: Short Sleeve T-shirt, Medal, Bib & Timing Chip and Refreshment. Kids Dash Youth (12 & Under), 2 Mile, 5K & 10K

    $15 – $45 [REGISTER]
  • 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.

  • Seed Share

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

    It may still be winter, it’s not too early to start planning for spring! The library is proud to host another Seed Share event from 10AM - 12PM on Saturday, February 1. They will have envelopes available for those bringing their own seeds to share. Don’t have seeds to bring? No problem, we have plenty to go around! We hope to see you there! Like last year, someone from the Nebraska Master Gardener Program will be onsite to answer gardening-related questions. We will also have volunteers from Ralston High School’s FFA program, Nancy Crews from Milkweed Matters, and other special guests. Seeds were generously donated by Ace Hardware, The Big Garden, Grass Pad, Indian Creek Nursery, Lowe's, Mulhall's, Paradigm Gardens, and Whispering Roots.

    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
  • Storybook Character Bingo

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

    B – I – N – G – O! How well do you know classic and popular storybook characters? Come play bingo with others at OPL, test your knowledge of storybook characters, and maybe win a book to take home! Come as a family or with friends and enjoy

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Laser Engraved Cutting Boards

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

    Bring a family recipe or letter to engrave. Please bring as grayscale SVG, DXF, PNG, JPG, JPEG, or BMP files- can use the scanner at Do Space if desired! Boards will be provided.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Mystery at the Mansion: Murder at Deadwood Saloon

    Arbor Lodge Mansion 2600 Arbor Ave, Nebraska City, NE

    Join for an evening of murder and mayhem in the Wild West as Arbor Lodge Mansion transforms into the Deadwood Saloon. It’s an old-fashioned whodunnit in a magnificent setting! Solve clues, look for evidence, and break the case while mingling with new friends. Participants will receive a character to portray as they arrive at Arbor Lodge Mansion. Wear your own western duds or select from our props. $30/person. Space is limited. Adults Only

    $30 [REGISTER]
  • Broadway My Way Norbert Leo Butz With Special Guest Pat Hazell

    Omaha Community Playhouse 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    In this special evening of story and song, Mr. Butz sings highlights from his storied three decades on the boards of Broadway. From his humble beginning as the 7th of 11 children (his first bed was a drawer!) to being one of only nine actors to win a Tony Award® twice for Best Actor in a Broadway musical. Norbert originated the roles in Jason Robert Browns’ The Last Five Years, Stephen Schwartz’s cultural behemoth Wicked, Andrew Lippa’s Big Fish, Harry Connick Jr’s Thou Shalt Not (Tony nomination), the Lincoln Center 2018 revival of My Fair Lady (Tony nomination) and his two Tony Award-winning performances in David Yazbek’s Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and Shaiman and Whitman’s Catch Me If You Can. In addition to excerpts from his signature roles, this versatile hyphenate will share a few of his original compositions from his four solo records and some surprising covers from Tom Waits, Elton John and Bruce Springsteen. Mr. Butz television and film credits include Netflix’s “Bloodline,” “Fosse/Verdon,” “Justified: City Primeval,” and the soon to be released new series on FX from Ryan Murphy Gladiator: “American Sports Story,” as well as the recent “Exorcist” sequel by David Gordon Green. Expect the unexpected in this singular evening of musical entertainment, by one of Broadway’s legendary leading men.

    $25 – $55
  • Up Close & Magical Show at Mahoney

    Up Close & Magical Show at Mahoney
    Mahoney State Park 28500 West Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, United States

    Enjoy family-friendly Omaha magician Ryan Chandler as he performs at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! With the camera acting as a giant magnifying glass on stage, be sure not to blink as magic & audience members are projected on a large screen. Chandler, who has appeared on television with magicians Penn and Teller, will perform at the Kountze Memorial Theater.

    $8 – $10 with Park Entry Fee [REGISTER]
  • Lunar New Year Celebration

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

    Welcome the Lunar New Year at the library! Join on Sunday, February 2 from 2:00-3:00PM for a Lunar New Year celebration. Enjoy a performance by Omaha's Linh Quang Lion and Dragon Dance Troupe with refreshments from Bubbly Tea. Wear red to help us bring good fortune and prosperity for the year of the snake. We hope to see you there!

    Free
  • Free Movie: Hook (PG)

    Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 12750 Westport Parkway, La Vista, NE, United States

    Pre-party 2:30-3:30 p.m.
    Theater opens at 3:30 p.m.
    Movie begins at 4 p.m.
    Free but registration is required (only 133 seats in the theater), Join at the movie theater for a free showing of the popular 90’s movie “Hook”.
    Before the show, there will be pre-movie fun with crafts, character meet and greet, photo opportunities, raffles, and discounted food and drinks from the Liquid Sunshine Taproom.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Out & About Storytime: Chalco Hills

    Chalco Hills Natural Resources Center 8901 South 154th Street, Omaha, NE

    In February, they will learn about turtles of Nebraska.

    Free
  • Valentine’s ISpy Bottle

    The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE

    I Spy with my little eye a sensory craft filled with hearts and love!! Join us as we create a one-of-a-kind ISpy Sensory Bottle! These are great for all ages and are the perfect educational toy for the car or home!! This is a FREE, all ages event!

    Free

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