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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!
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.
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
Join a group of writers to work on drafts, partake in challenges, and share what you like. Grades 6-12
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.
For Pete the Cat, life is an adventure no matter where you wind up. So the minute the groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets the whole family rocking. That is, except for young Jimmy Biddle, the most organized second grader on planet Earth. But when Jimmy draws a blank in art class during the last week of school, it turns out Pete is the perfect pal to help him out. Together, they set out on a mission to help Jimmy conquer second grade art, and along the way, they both learn a little something about inspiration. Join Jimmy and Pete on an adventure of friendship, all the way to Paris and back in a Volkswagen Bus!
Welcome to Margaritaville! Tully, a charismatic individual juggling roles as a part-time bartender and part-time singer, is convinced that he has life completely sorted out. However, his world takes a turn when a captivating career-driven tourist captures his heart, making him question everything he thought he knew. Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville is a musical comedy featuring the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics such as “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” “Margaritaville,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Fins,” “Volcano” and many more. This hilarious, heartwarming musical is “the party you’ve been waiting for that will knock your flip-flops off” (Entertainment Weekly)!
Join Hot Shops over at the Arrival Plaza and create your own Egg Carton Bunnies! Use egg cartons and other recycled objects to make a 3D Bunny on a background. This event is free and open to the public, supplies will be provided.
In this presentation and Q&A, meet the newest member of the SAC Museum’s Education Team: LUNA, the Robot Dog! LUNA is an agile and intelligent Lunar Universal Navigation Assistant—others of her kind will assist future missions to the moon.
Join on April 19, 2025 as they return to the streets of downtown Omaha. The 2025 Nebraska Half starts and finishes at the spectacular Gene Leahy Mall and winds through the downtown Omaha streets, across the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge into Iowa and back to finish at The Gene Leahy Mall. The Kids Run is open to kids ages 13 and under. This event will start at 10:30 am and all participants will receive a Finisher Medal.
Eggs! Candy! Prizes! Breakfast burritos! All FREE!
Egg hunt, crafts, games, snacks, prizes, story. Faith Journey, Swimtastics and Gryzen Financial Group
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.
Join for crafts and snacks, followed by an Easter Egg Hunt!
Egg Hunt, Prizes, Food, Music & More. Hunt Starts at 11:30am. Rain date will be April 26th.
Bring the KIDDOS and your PETS out to Shadow Lake for photos with the Easter Bunny! Located in the former World of Wonder location next to Old Navy. No appointment needed. Free event
Easter Eggstravaganza in Fremont. Hop on over to Fremont Mall for an egg-citing Easter celebration! Meet the Easter Bunny & snap the perfect photo! Easter Eggs filled with treats for all!
Venture's Egg Hunt for ages 0-12. It is FREE, but you must register all kids. They will have 3 age groups for the kids, with their own eggs. They will have all kinds of great prizes for the kids! They will also have bounce houses and of course you can get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny!
Kendall's Martial Arts will be hosting their 1st Easter Eggstravaganza! Please invite all your friends and family to come join! They will have THOUSANDS of eggs all over the inside and outside of the studio with TONS of free merchandise, classes, and services along with HUGE discounts of EVERYTHING they have to offer.
Join OPL for a fun and loose storytelling event for adults! Do you have a story about an awkward moment from your life? Have you experienced something that makes you laugh, cry, and cringe all at once? Prepare a 5-8 minute story about your experience and come share with the crowd. All participants will be awarded a superlative award!
Reservations open March 4, 2025. Seatings from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Easter Brunch at Lauritzen Gardens has become an annual tradition for many area families. Reservations include a brunch buffet in the visitor and education center, admission to the garden and our spring exhibit, and access to our Spring EGGstravaganza activities. Brunch is $55 for ages 13+, $40 for ages 3 to 12 are $40, and free for children 2 and under. Members, and those covered under their membership category, receive a $10 discount per ticket.
I Spy with my little eye a sensory craft filled with springtime cheer! Join as they create a one-of-a-kind I Spy Sensory Bottle! These are perfect for all ages and make a fun, educational toy for the car or home!! This is a FREE, all ages event!!
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.
Be a real-life Steve and Alex with Minecraft-inspired games, crafts, and other fun activities. Great for Grades K-5. Drop in any time.
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. All ages are welcome for this family-friendly drop in event. First come first served.
Get ready to have a BALL with Mrs. M! Littles will get to move their muscles and test their motor skills as they bounce, roll, and throw all kinds of different balls!
Experience a night of psychedelic bliss and timeless tunes at our Grateful Dead Tribute Concert! Join us as we pay homage to the legendary band with a dynamic performance that captures the spirit of their iconic sound. From the groovy jams to the heartfelt ballads, our orchestra will deliver a faithful and exhilarating tribute, bringing the magic of the Grateful Dead's music to life in a new and captivating way. Whether you're a die-hard Deadhead or a newcomer to their music, this concert promises an unforgettable journey through the beloved classics and improvisational brilliance of the Grateful Dead. Come groove with us and relive the magic!
Our Spring 2025 ICC Boutique will be held in the ICC gym. The boutique will feature work from over 30 local artisans, including some children. They are so excited to have much more space than they did in the fall. Admission is free. Friday, April 25th from 7pm-830pm. Saturday, April 26th from 9am-3pm
Get ready for a bee-utiful time as we craft our very own honey bee sensory bins! Each bin will be buzzing with fun materials that you can explore, play with, and take home. Perfect for little hands to discover the magic of nature, with all the textures, colors, and excitement of a bee’s world! After crafting, we’ll gather together for a sweet storytime, where we'll be reading "The Honeybee"—a delightful tale about the importance of these incredible creatures.
Learn about the planting and caring of trees while honoring Arbor Day, a national holiday that originated in Nebraska. Watch a special introduction and tree planting near the new picnic shelter.
Free grab-and-go lunches will be available to those who sign up in advance. Children are invited to take home free saplings and special gifts. (While supplies last.)
5K Run, 5K Walk, 1-Mile Kids Race at Baxter Arena. Booth Vendors, Interactive inflatables for kids, beer garden.
A community event aimed at giving back to the beautiful space we all enjoy. This day is dedicated to all those who have used Lake Cunningham for events, runs, and festivals, and we’re asking you to help us maintain its beauty. They will provide rubber gloves and trash bags, but feel free to bring your own grabbers, thick gloves, and wear appropriate attire for outdoor clean-up activities. Bottled water will be provided throughout the event to keep everyone hydrated.
Celebrate Earth Day at the Zoo during Party for the Planet. As part of their senior capstone project, this year's event is presented by the Zoo's own Zoo Academy high school students! Each event element from logo design to day of activities is led by these passionate, conservation-loving students. Animal Talks, Storytime, Scavenger Hunt, and more!
A Farmers market for your dog. Vendors, fun, food trucks, coffee truck
8th Annual Youth Triathlon. Kids will have fun in this recreational backwards triathlon running, biking, and swimming. Register between March 3rd - April 4th. Space is limited.
Join SNJ Studio of Music's first ever student-led rock band for an afternoon of music! Featuring hits from the 70's-00's, the talented young adults of Blackbird Rock Co. put modern twists on tried and true classics. This is a free event, so bring a chair and get ready to rock!
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!
Earth Day at The RiverFront will be a fun, Earth-friendly day of festivities along the Missouri River. Please join along the RiverFront Promenade and at the Riverfront Plaza in Lewis and Clark Landing for information booths, sustainability activities, terra cotta pot painting, giveaways, a clothing drive, and live music. Scatter Joy Acres will bring animals for a petting zoo.
Grab your family and friends for a fun afternoon of canoeing on the lake! Includes instruction and all equipment for a safe and fun canoeing adventure! Participants must be at least 6 years and older and at least one adult is required for each canoe. $25/canoe (max 4 people). Register for a 1 hour time slot: 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm
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. Registration is encouraged.
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