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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.
The Brick Bus is making a stop at the store! They'll have building prompts, timed challenges, set builds, and more. Plus, we'll have a bunch of our own building toys out for kids to try. It's the ultimate block party
Why wait until Tuesday to kick off Mardi Gras? Do it the right way with tons of beer and tons of crawfish at our taproom in La Vista as we get the boil rocking and the music cranked! Get here early to make sure you get some awesome grub! Crawfish or Shrimp plates will be available as well as homemade Jambalaya and Hurricane drink specials!
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.
Leprechaun Chase – A 10K Run with a Twist. The Leprechaun Chase isn’t just a 10K with kilt-wearing bagpipers—this is a chase of lads versus lasses. The race kicks off with the lasses in the first wave, followed by the lads (5½ minutes later.) Whoever crosses the finish line first wins the coveted Leprechaun Chase Green Jacket. Who will it be this year? The pot o’ gold is in your court
The neighborhood socialites have touted the Hatter’s Ball as the bash of the year in the isolated town of Bloodworth Falls. Mayor Riley White has organized the event in the old Bloodwood Castle as a diversion from the scandals that have plagued the town in recent months. Of course, it’s no coincidence the ball is scheduled right before the upcoming mayoral election. The mayor posted the invite list online, and your adversaries have already sent in their RSVPs. You’re intrigued and have decided you cannot miss an opportunity to seek revenge on those who have crossed you in the past. Now, you are on a hunt for the perfect hat. What a fun lead-up to Mardi Gras!
Participants will receive a character to portray as they arrive at Arbor Lodge Mansion.
$35/person. Space is limited. Adults Only
The Keith Sweat performance originally scheduled for Nov. 23, 2024, at the Orpheum Theater has been rescheduled to Mar. 1, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Keith Sweat, a Harlem-born R&B singer/songwriter known for his distinctive vocal style, co-produced 1984/1985 singles by GQ and Roberta Gilliam and issued independent singles of his own (“Lucky Seven” and “My Mind Is Made Up”), but he didn’t release his debut full-length for Elektra, Make It Last Forever, until November 1987. The album sold over three million copies, spawning the hits “I Want Her” (number one R&B, number five pop), “Something Just Ain’t Right” (number three R&B), “Make It Last Forever” (number two R&B), and “Don’t Stop Your Love” (number nine R&B). It was followed in 1990 by I’ll Give All My Love to You, another million-seller, which featured the hits “Make You Sweat” (number one R&B, number 14 pop), “Merry Go Round” (number two R&B), “I’ll Give All My Love to You” (number one R&B, number seven pop), and “Your Love, Pt. 2” (number four R&B). Sweat’s third album was Keep It Comin’, an R&B chart-topper at the end of 1991 whose title track was another number one R&B hit.
NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience is a live concert that brings the beloved anime to life on a grand scale. The event features a film montage of iconic scenes from over 220 episodes, synchronized to a live orchestra performing Toshio Masuda's original score. As the orchestra blends rock, pop, and traditional Japanese instruments like the Shakuhachi and Shamisen, fans will relive Naruto Uzumaki's journey to become Hokage, facing rivalries, challenges, and growth along the way.
As a part of our "Read Across America" week celebrations, they are excited to have Mayor Don Groesser for a special guest Storytime on Monday, March 3.
Register in person. Arrive anytime between 6 – 7:45 p.m. and compete on a first-come, first -served basis. Pick a time that fits your schedule. Ages: Boys & Girls 3rd - 8th grade
Each participant will compete in three challenges:
- Hot Shot
- 3-point
- Free Throw Contest
Winners will be awarded for each challenge and an overall winner for each age division. Winners will be notified the next day by email.
Join for Storytime with Miss Nebraska 2024, Raechel Warren.
Scurry on by for some mousey fun! Our friend Miss Tina will be reading a few of the popular Mouse Mansion books. Then, she'll guide kids through a fun mouse-themed craft activity to make and take home. Everyone will go home squeaking with joy!
Get ready to launch into fun! In this exciting workshop, kids will construct their very own rubber band-powered helicopters. They'll learn about aerodynamics and simple mechanics while creating a toy that really flies, perfect for some high-flying fun!
Ages 10-18. This month we are making potato pancakes. The recipe will contain potatoes, eggs, flour, and vegetable oil. Registration is required by March 2 to participate. Space is limited.
Stop by the Youth Department at Sump for a fun craft! Supplies will be available (while they last) for one hour for this self-guided activity. Community Helpers from the Police and Fire Departments will be joining.
Learn how to make a crochet clover bookmark! For ages 12-18
Are you ready to have the time of your life? Immerse yourself in the timeless romance and experience one of the most memorable movies of the past 35 years - now live! DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT is the classic film’s first live film-to-concert experience. Enjoy the digitally remastered hit film on the big screen with a live band and singers performing the film’s iconic songs.
It’s the return of the Omaha Irish Film Festival to the Benson Theatre! This year, the festival is taking place at College of Saint Mary and Benson Theatre over the course of 3 days.
For as long as he can remember, The Old Man has taken care of The Old Moon by climbing a ladder each night to refill its light. When a mysterious melody beckons away his wife, the Old Man finds himself torn between the familiarity of duty and routine and the allure of love and adventure. With music evoking memories of their shared history, the Old Man decides to abandon the moon and embark on a quest to bring back his wife. Highly creative storytelling allows audiences to experience The Old Man’s epic journey over land and sea. Described by Time Out New York as “a transcendent theatrical experience for all ages,” this original musical folktale speaks to the child in all of us and reminds us of the unwavering power of love and the most formidable obstacle of all—change.
This is a free event for teens aged 13-19. Registration is required. Join Dr. Katie East for an entertaining look into forensic anthropology on the screen to learn what forensic anthropologists actually do. Compare television, movies and real life. It may be entertaining when pop culture gets forensic anthropology wrong, but the consequences are more real than you think.
Join OPL for a fun and loose storytelling event for adults! Adventures happen all the time and we want to hear about them! Do you have a favorite adventure you've ever had, or an adventure that didn't go quite the way you thought it would? Prepare a 5-8 minute story about your experience and come share with the crowd. All participants will be awarded a superlative award!
Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group proudly present PAW Patrol Live! “A Mighty Adventure.” This all-new live stage show picks up where Paramount Pictures’ #1 box office hit PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie left off, promising a high-stakes super-powered adventure for fans of all ages. Audiences will join the “PAW-some” pack in Adventure City and witness the pups charged up like never before, as they work together to super-save the day. With heroic action, catchy tunes, and “bark-loads” of interactive fun, this electrifying new experience is sure to leave tails wagging and audiences cheering!
Make a Pantograph, a tool to help enlarge or shrink an image. Ever wonder how they make HUGE murals or tiny dollhouse-size paintings? Now you can try it!
This festive race winds through historic downtown Council Bluffs, with the finish line located at the Historic 100 Block. We encourage St. Patrick’s Day attire to fit the shamrock themed run. Call your friends, bring your family and join us for the best event this side of the rainbow!
The monarch butterfly population has dropped 90% in the last 25 years due to habitat loss. Join from 1-3PM on Saturday, March 8 to make milkweed and nectar flower seed balls with the help of Milkweed Matters! Learn about endangered pollinators and be part of the solution.
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.
Travel back to the 1920s with Murder at the Juice Joint – an old-fashioned whodunnit in the magnificent setting of the Arbor Lodge Mansion. 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. Dress as a flapper or gangster or select from our props.
$30/person. Space is limited. Adults Only
A special guest ballerina joining for storytime! Children are encouraged to dress up for this event. Ideal for ages 0-7.
Take a musical journey to the Emerald Isle on Monday, March 10 from 12:00-1:00PM with musician David Marsh.
From Sligo to the Ring of Kerry, and from Galway Bay to Dublin, Marsh presents various musical styles from the Emerald Isle. He uses many instruments, including the accordion, pennywhistle, Northumbrian pipes and bodhran (Irish drum), to perform jigs, reels, rebel songs, and sing-a-longs. His stories tell of Irish legends, elves and fairies, historical events of famine and wars, and the joys and sorrows of immigrating to a new land. David has performed Irish folk music for over 20 years with local Irish bands Paddywhack and Ellis Island, the later of which can be heard regularly in Omaha and the Kansas City area.
Looking for a fun and positive way to spend your spring break? Join us for Teen Cafe for daily activities, games, and hangouts designed just for teens! Whether you're looking to relax, be creative, or try something new, we've got something for everyone. This event is open to teens ages 10-18 and is completely free—no registration required! Come out and enjoy your break with us!
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small 3D printed item. Pot of Gold! This is a drop-in program. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m.
Drop in and build a hand drum using everyday household items.
Join us for a short presentation on our favorite graphic novels, webcomics, and manga! Feel free to bring in your own favorites to share with the group. Light refreshments will be served. Participants will have the chance to make a comic themed button pin for attending!
Join a group of writers to work on drafts, partake in challenges, and share what you like. Grades 6-12
Stop by the store and visit the end of the rainbow! Local storyteller Miss M will be there to tell tall tales of leprechauns, magic, and treasure. Then, kids will get to craft their own treasures to take home. It's sure to be an enchanting experience!
Looking for a fun and positive way to spend your spring break? Join us for Teen Cafe for daily activities, games, and hangouts designed just for teens! Whether you're looking to relax, be creative, or try something new, we've got something for everyone. This event is open to teens ages 10-18 and is completely free—no registration required! Come out and enjoy your break with us!
Ages 10+. Make your own cosplay prop at this talk that shows off ways you can use thrifted items to be creative. Feel free to bring in things you've made to show off as well.
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small 3D printed item. Pot of Gold! This is a drop-in program. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m.
Join for a cozy evening of sweet treats and beautiful views at S’mores and Sunsets! Gather around the fire at the Central Park Shelter, where we’ll be making delicious s’mores while enjoying the breathtaking sunset. This family-friendly event is open to all ages, and no registration is required. Just bring your appetite for marshmallows and a love for the great outdoors! We look forward to seeing you there for a fun and relaxing evening.
Build a fun engineering project with popsicle sticks that launches objects across the room! Learn about motion and force while creating your very own catapult.
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