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This summer, step into the magic of Disney and discover the iconic looks of some of your favorite Disney characters in an enchanting, up-close experience for all ages. Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume is a showcase of nearly 70 mesmerizing ensembles spanning close to five decades of Disney film and television.
“Step in time” into the whimsical world of imagination and wonder! The beloved story of the practically perfect nanny who transforms the lives of the Banks family takes flight! With dazzling choreography, unforgettable songs, and a heartwarming tale, Mary’s delightful adventures will whisk you away on a ride of joy and laughter. Don’t miss this stunning and unforgettable family classic that’s supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!
The beloved story of the practically perfect nanny who transforms the lives of the Banks family takes flight! With dazzling choreography, unforgettable songs, and a heartwarming tale, Mary’s delightful adventures will whisk you away on a ride of joy and laughter. Don’t miss this stunning and unforgettable family classic that’s supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!
Step into a prehistoric adventure at Lauritzen Gardens with Dinosaurs Around the World: Passport to Pangea, on view May 30 through September 7, 2026. Produced by Imagine, this immersive traveling exhibition transforms the garden into a journey across ancient Earth, where life-sized animatronic dinosaurs roar, move, and captivate visitors of all ages.
Enter the icy world of Arendelle where the newly crowned Queen Elsa has accidentally set off an eternal winter. Join her younger sister, Anna, along with Kristoff, Olaf and Sven on a snowy adventure to find Elsa and save the kingdom. But as the storm rages on, both sisters must learn that only an act of true love can thaw a frozen heart. Settle in for some hygge, a little bit of joking, and a whole lot of letting go!
Wicked, Omaha’s most “popular” musical, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin — smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “wicked.” From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked — the untold true story of the Witches of Oz — transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
Make this summer movie season magical by heading to Marcus Theaters between June 7 and Aug. 13, 2026, for a series of family favorites! They'll play a different movie each week for only $3 (+tax), so grab the family and we'll see you at the theatre.
Join us every Wednesday for a take along craft! Crafts will be available to make in the library, or take with you on the go.
Homestead Days® in Beatrice, NE is a community-wide celebration of our homesteading heritage put together by the Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce and a group of wonderful volunteers and community partners! Check out this year's schedule of events on their site
Bring a blanket and enjoy a high energy, interactive magic show with lots of audience participation, modern music, and hilarious comedy. In the event of inclement weather, this program will move to Library Meeting Room B.
Come on down to the farm! We will be having lots of fun, farm-themed activities in the Youth Area, including making horses out of pool noodles and doing hobby horsing challenges.
Bennington Fire Department visits the Bennington Library
Come celebrate HUMP DAY and take a selfie with a camel!!
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
Ages 8+. Taking inspiration from ancient art, we will be creating some spectacular things! Parent participation required.
Give your favorite stories some sparkle! In this creative program use colorful gems and rhinestones to decorate dazzling book covers. Add a little shimmer and personality to your books while exploring your artistic side. Feel free to bring your own book or use one of ours! All supplies are provided, just bring your imagination! This is a free event for Teens 13+ .
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
Join for an interactive look into the world of wildlife rehabilitation with our friends from Nebraska Wildlife Rehab. Learn what the team at NWR does, what it takes to become a wildlife rehabilitator, and how animals end up needing care in the first place. Explore each step of the rehabilitation journey—from intake and treatment to release back into the wild. This engaging program is perfect for anyone curious about animal care and the important work of helping injured wildlife. This program is for patrons 6+. Registration is required.
Join Keep Omaha Beautiful as they dig into the world of composting and discover how to keep food scraps and other organic materials out of the landfill. Test your skills by sorting different organics into appropriate composting streams. Take a closer look inside a vermicompost bin and meet the worms hard at work turning our food waste into healthy soil.
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.
Join Omaha Parks and Recreation and Nebraska Game and Parks for a FREE and FUN family fishing experience! All equipment is provided, and volunteers will be available to help as needed.
| Free live music on the patio every week. Ice-cold drinks and tasty eats will be available for purchase each week from The Mill. Bring the family, bring the pets, and bring a chair! |
| 06.03 - B Street Band |
| 06.10 - Lloyd McCarter & Honky Tonk Revival |
| 06.17 - Moore Brothers |
| 06.24 - Emily Bass and The Near Miracle |
| 07.01 - Church of Blues |
| 07.08 - Radiostar |
| 07.15 - Raw Nerve |
| 07.22 - Jarana |
| 07.29 - Downtown Collective |
Join Omaha Public Library for an engaging, curated evening of storytelling! This special event celebrates talented storytellers of all ages, showcasing creativity, imagination, and the power of sharing stories.
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.
Kick off your summer with Kids FunFare — a free family-friendly event happening every Thursday morning in June at Regency Shopping Center! Performance will take place outside next to Kinaara. Don’t miss this fun-filled June tradition – perfect for little ones and a great way to make summer memories!
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.
It's a bird, it's a plane ... no, it's Fontenelle Forest's Raptor Rescue! Join for a high-flying storytime featuring guests from the rescue.
Old-fashioned summer fun! The Council Bluffs Fire Department hosts hydrant parties on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. throughout the summer at various locations.
Free Movies at the Bennington Library
Every Thursday join in the Curiosity Lab, as we explore science with hands-on activities and experiments. *Participants should be prepared to get messy*
Create a pottery piece using paper, tape, and glue! Ages 12-18
Keep it crafty by creating your own cloth coaster using a limited selection of fabrics and join us for an easy sewing project focused on fun, not perfection. This activity is suitable for ages 5+. Space is limited. Registration is required.
Learn how to make your own homemade pickles with guest experts from Whispering Roots. Suggested ages 13+.
Learn the fundamental techniques of safely canning and preserving food in this introductory workshop! Discover how to extend the life of your garden bounty or farmers market haul through basic methods. Whether you're a beginner or looking for a refresher on best practices, you'll gain the confidence to safely preserve your favorite flavors at home. This is a free event for adults 19+. Registration is required
Through step-by-step instruction, participants will learn how to create custom garden flags using the Cricut machine! Registration is required.
Get ready to soak up the sun and feel the rhythm at the Summer Vibes Concert Series, your weekly dose of live music, good vibes, and unforgettable summer nights! Join us on select Thursday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm for an exciting lineup of local and regional talent—featuring everything from rock and pop to funk and soul. Vibes concerts are located in the Village Pointe Amphitheater. Bring your lawn chairs, grab your favorite treats from a variety of Village Pointe restaurants, and gather your crew for this FREE outdoor concert series that’s perfect for all ages! Seating is FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. Seating area opens up at 4pm day of concert.
Concerts begin at 7:00PM and are free and open to all ages. Community members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, enjoy downtown Council Bluffs, and experience a wide variety of live music performances in the heart of the city.
Join us for the ultimate summer soirée at John C Fremont City Park! Concert in the Park is an outdoor concert series that will elevate your Thursday nights in June. Bring the whole family for a night of fun, starting with exciting kids' activities at 6:30 pm, followed by the sweet sounds of live music from 7 to 9 pm.
Stay Wild after hours. On select Thursday nights this summer, guests ages 21+ can explore the Zoo in a new way, bringing guests closer to animals, nature, and each other, at a slower pace.
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