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Midtown Trunk or Treat is back! Trunk or Treat is a beloved Midtown fall tradition! Join for this free, family-friendly event as we welcome and love our surrounding community. There will be fun trunks, food and games!
Omaha VIBE Line Dance is bringing the Halloween fun! Get the family dressed up and come out for a night of candy, costumes, music, dancing, and FAMILY FUN! Bring the kids, bring your costumes, and come enjoy a spooktacular night with Omaha VIBE Line Dance!
Zootacular is when Halloween comes alive at the Zoo. Explore glowing pathways, trick-or-treat stations, live entertainment, after-hours animal encounters, and unforgettable family fun after dark. Ticket sales will be available soon.
Movie Nights at the Orchard! Grab your chair, blanket & pillow and get comfy as the movie starts at dusk. No outside food/drink, but don’t worry—they’ll be open inside with all the goodies!
This October, Night Light (21+) takes you through the veil, beyond the known, and into the realms of mystery. In the season that blurs the boundaries between the living and the dead, we’re exploring underworlds, outerworlds, and the limits of human knowledge. Come in costume and be prepared for a mind-expanding evening!
The Addams Family returns to the big screen with a entertaining sequel containing the same whip-smart dark humor that made us fall in love in the first place.
Costumes are welcome at this special Halloween-themed Storytime!
Celebrate Halloween at NFM with a morning of family-friendly fun! Enjoy trick-or-treat stations throughout the store, costume character appearances, face painting, cotton candy, and more. Costumes are encouraged!
Come one, come all for the most Spooktacular Storytime of the fall! Bring your costume or come as you are, and join us for a morning filled with festive stories, trick-or-treating, a scavenger hunt, crafts, and more!
Family friendly event open to the public.
Get in the spirit of the season and learn about things in nature that make fall so festive! Enjoy a family-friendly afternoon full of spooky stories, creepy creatures, seasonal surprises, interactive activities and trick-or-treat stations. Come in costume or come as you are, and get ready to explore, play and enjoy a frightfully fun day together!
Trick-or-treat is happening a little earlier in the day this year, and we couldn't be more excited! Heritage Ridge is making sure the fun stays safe and stress-free for all the little ghouls and goblins heading out.
Make Ponca Hills Volunteer Fire Department your first stop before heading out on the town for trick or treating from 4:00-6:00 PM for hot dogs, Frito pies and hot cocoa.
Join for a safe trick-or-treating event in our church parking lot. They will have candy and hot cocoa while supplies last! This is a FREE neighborhood event.
Make StoneBridge one of your stops while you’re out trick-or-treating this Halloween! Bring the whole family to StoneBridge Fremont for FREE candy, FREE hot dog meals, and plenty of Halloween fun. They'll provide trunks filled with candy, plenty of treats, and a safe place to stop while you're out trick-or-treating.
Come dressed for the occasion and spend Halloween at Five-0-Five! They're bringing back a night of costumes, Costume Contest, Halloween drinks, mystery beer flights, games, movies, and more.
Join special guest Lara Brady, niece of Hana Brady, for a community conversation exploring the true story behind Hana's Suitcase. The story follows the intertwined journeys of Fumiko Ishioka, a museum curator in Tokyo investigating the history of a suitcase from Auschwitz, and Hana Brady, the young girl who once owned it. This is a free event for adults and children ages 11 and older. The discussion will include topics that may not be suitable for younger children.
Learn how animals survive and thrive during Nebraska’s cold winter months in this engaging and educational program with our partners from Nebraska Wildlife Rehab. Participants will be introduced to the concept of basic animal adaptations and explore how Nebraska’s native wildlife use physical traits and behaviors to withstand harsh winter conditions. Perfect for curious learners, this program builds an understanding of local wildlife while encouraging appreciation for the natural world. This is a free event for kids ages 6-12. Registration is required.
This will be the 15th year of ReubenFest here at the Crescent Moon from Monday, November 2nd to Saturday, November 7th!!
Discover the basics of drawing in this beginner-friendly class led by artist Yulia Brynskikh. Participants will learn foundational techniques using simple tools such as pencils while exploring line, shading, and observation. No prior drawing experience is needed. All supplies will be provided. This is a free event for adults 19+. Registration is required.
How well do you know classic and popular storybook characters? Test your knowledge with a fun game of Storybook B-I-N-G-O! Registration is required.
Nestled among the trees and trails of Fontenelle Forest, stories take flight! Join OPL at Fontenelle Forest for a special storytime celebrating birds, nature, insects, and more. We’ll explore the wonders of nature through stories, songs, and movement. While this program is geared toward preschoolers, children of all ages are welcome. Admission to Fontenelle Forest is free for those attending storytime.
Curiosity Crew is a hands-on STEM class for children under the age of six! Each month we cover a science topic and complete an activity or art project associated with that concept. We're learning about engineering and movement by making Lego cars!
Never won an award for art? No problem, you can win one for the worst art project at the OPL Teen Bad Art event! Teens ages 13-18 are encouraged to let their creativity run wild as they will have access to a wide variety of supplies to produce a piece of Bad Art. All artistic abilities are welcome, from the Monets and Van Goghs to the “Picass-oh nos!”
Calling all manga fans! Hang out, read, chat, and geek out over your favorite manga while making fun, manga-inspired crafts. Join for a teen-only hangout where you can dive into crafts, try out games, explore cool hobbies, and chill with friends in a space full of music and good vibes. Come spark your imagination and discover something new! This is a free program for teens 12-18 years old.
Curiosity Crew is a hands-on STEM class for children under the age of six! Each month we cover a science topic and complete an activity or art project associated with that concept. We're learning about engineering and movement by making Lego cars!
In honor of Fat Bear Week, join in on the Fat Bear Fun at OPL with a special storytime. Enjoy books and songs about bears followed by crafting handmade binoculars to spot the Fat Bear Hall of Champions around the library. This event will be sure to entertain our littlest bear scouts! Parents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) for the duration of the program and are encouraged to help younger children with the activity.
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!
Join as they kick off the Christmas season with live music, photos with Santa, free food and hot chocolate, face painting, balloon artists, games -- and, of course, the lighting of the 75-foot-tall Tree of Lights!
Join us for an insightful session with presenter from Financial Beginnings, who will share practical tips and strategies to help you take control of your finances. Learn how to budget effectively, manage your money wisely, and pay off debt faster. We'll discuss applying SMART goals to your savings plan and explore different retirement plans and investing strategies to increase your wealth. Whether you're just starting your financial journey or looking for ways to improve your current situation, this workshop is packed with valuable advice to help you achieve financial freedom. This is a free event for adults 19+. Registration is recommended
Every recipe tells a story. Bring a favorite family recipe and join us as we explore the connections between food, memory and identity through writing. We'll read examples of food writing, discuss how meals and traditions shape our lives, and create our own pieces inspired by the people, places, and stories gathered around our dinner tables. No writing experience necessary - just bring your curiosity and a recipe to share. This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required
Come shop from over 100 different venders, including student made items! There will be something for all ages, so plan on bringing the entire family!
Save the date for the Elkhorn Hills Fall Craft and Vendor Fair and plan to stop in to kick off your holiday shopping!
Over 220 Crafters. Handmade goods from clothing, cutting boards, jewelry, trinkets, etc. Shop early for the holidays and find unique handmade gifts for everyone on your list.
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.
Spark Studio is a hands-on STEAM program for kids where creativity meets technology. Through fun challenges and interactive projects, participants build, design, and explore while developing problem-solving skills and confidence as makers. This is a free event for kids ages 7-12. Registration is required
Bring your pets—and your people—for Photos With Santa benefiting Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue! Dogs, cats, kids, families—they’d love to see them all! Come make a holiday memory while helping support animals in rescue. ❤️🐾
Discover the colorful world of alebrijes, the imaginative Mexican folk art sculptures known for their vibrant patterns and fantastical animal designs. In this hands-on program, led by local artist Linda Garcia, patrons will learn about the history and cultural significance of alebrijes before creating their own sculpture. Participants will then bring their creations to life using clay and other materials. Registration is required
Monsters are storming Camp Half-Blood, and Riptide, Percy Jackson’s sword, has vanished! Percy needs brave demigods to solve puzzles themed around the Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan and help him save camp before it’s too late. Do you have what it takes to protect Camp Half-Blood? This is a free event for teens ages 13-18. Registration is required
Join Luba Carlson from Kalina Art Studio to create art using watercolors. This three-hour class will guide you through basic watercolor techniques, and you will leave with a finished piece you are proud of! This is a free event for adults (19+). Registration is required