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American folksinger and rock-and-roll icon Bob Dylan is one of the greatest figures of the 20th century. Regarded as “the poet’s poet” by RollingStone in 1974, this 10-time Grammy award winner emerged from the Greenwich Village folk scene in the early 1960s, earning a reputation as a perceptive, powerful songwriter. Bob Dylan now brings his iconic and timeless sound of the Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour to Omaha!
The April theme is Rabbits.
Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. Little Saplings, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 – 5 and their adult caregiver, will bring nature themes to life for your child through story time, sensory activities, crafts, and outdoor exploration!
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.
Want to jazz up your potted plant this spring? Come decorate your own terracotta pot at the library on Thursday, April 3. We provide the supplies, you bring the creativity! This activity is open to all ages. Pots are available on a first come, first serve basis.
Gravity-defying, awe-inspiring Omnium Circus® presents “I’mPossible,” the adventurous story of a young boy with dreams of joining the circus.
🎪Reach for new heights and spend the evening on April 3 at Steelhouse Omaha with Omnium Circus. Prepare to leave dazzled and wildly entertained after this sensory inclusive, accessible circus celebrating diversity and disability.
🎭Keep the joy flowing: Before Omnium Circus performs, they're leading a circus workshop for all ages and abilities as part of O-pa's Voices AMPLIFIED! series on April 2.
Tickets are only available at the door for this show.
Join and create your very own enchanting Fairy Jars! Let your imagination soar as you decorate a whimsical jar full of glitter, sparkles and fairy dust of course! Don't miss out on this spellbinding experience of crafting and fun!! This is a FREE, all ages event. First come, first serve, while supplies last
Learn about the amazing world of bees! Discover how to get your start with backyard beekeeping with special guests from Valhalla Bee Farm. Taste and ask questions about honey with Bee Bum Honey. There will be activities for all ages from kids to adults!
You’ve seen them make up scenes right before your eyes on the TV show Whose Line is it Anyway —now see them live and in person! It’s 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song, all based on audience suggestions. Audience participation is key to the show, so bring your suggestions and you might be asked to join the cast onstage! Whose Live Anyway showcases some of the improv games made famous on the long-running TV show, as well as some exciting new ones!
Join the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
Come do some shopping with over 40 vendors! FREE ADMISSION. Coffee Truck all day.
The Cheer Program at Elkhorn High School is hosting the Spring Craft Fair at Elkhorn High School. There will be 120+ vendors, food trucks, a raffle and a top notch shopping experience!
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.
Join for the 17th Annual Beeping Egg Hunt. This family-friendly event for children with visual impairment (and their siblings) will have a beeping egg hunt, photos with live bunnies, refreshments and more! Registration is required.
After a voyage filled with pillaging and plundering, the Jaded Jewel – Arbor Lodge Mansion turned pirate ship – is docked in a cove near Port Royal. The ship is captained by the dreaded Redbeard. As the pirates head into town to celebrate their homecoming and spend their gold, a night of turmoil and trouble is sure to transpire. As the night quickly steers out of control, one guest meets a tragic demise. Is the culprit the profiteering pirate organizing a mutiny? Or, the saucy sea mistress? Could the perpetrator be the swashbuckling swordsman desperate to win the love of the governor’s daughter? Be among those who help get the guilty person to the gallows or walking the plank! Participants will receive a character to portray as they arrive at Arbor Lodge Mansion. $30/person. Space is limited. Adults Only
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.
Celebrate spring at A.V. Sorensen Branch and Community Center! Music & Movement will be at 10 a.m., afterward, make a craft, get the wiggles out in the gym, and bounce in a bounce house! This free event is for children ages 5 and younger.
We're soaring into the joy of spring! Miss Jill will read a fun bird-themed story, then she'll guide kids along as they make an adorable handprint bird and nest. Everyone will be chirping with excitement!
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
Lady Blackbird’s music is a rich blend of jazz, soul, and blues, marked by her hauntingly powerful vocals and emotive delivery. Drawing inspiration from icons like Billie Holiday and Nina Simone, her sound feels both timeless and modern, with a raw, soulful intensity that captivates.
Join Bennington Library on the patio at Cup & Cone in Bennington for Out & About Storytime
Join us for a half hour of dancing and a story with Motion Works Dance. Most appropriate for kids ages 5 years old and younger and an adult companion.
From fire making to shelter building to understanding how to navigate in the forest or prairie. This month we’ll have an overview of a variety of skills that can be used to survive and thrive in the wild. Learn how to safely practice these techniques with minimal impact on the natural world.
Cost for this event is $5.00 per person for children ages 3 and over and covers your park entry fee. Adults and children under 3 accompanying program participants do not need a reservation.
Join for a Scouting Family Fun Night! Bring the whole family for an evening of adventure and excitement! Enjoy a bounce house, bouldering wall, target sports, crafts, and more—all while learning about the fun and opportunities Scouting has to offer. Whether you're already part of Scouting or looking to join, this is the perfect chance to connect, explore, and have a blast.
Don’t miss out – mark your calendar and come early for the best deals! Whether you’re a first-time shopper or a seasoned Blair MomCo fan, this event is one you won’t want to miss. Formerly known as Blair Mops, Blair MomCo is excited to announce our upcoming Consignment Sale! Whether you’re shopping for gently used baby gear, clothing, toys, or home essentials, you’ll find incredible deals at unbeatable prices. This is your chance to snag high-quality items for your little ones and your home – all while supporting a local, sustainable community!
Join OPL at the Gene Leahy Mall for storytime! Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun. Rain or shine, we'll be there! They will be under the big white pavilion.
Step into the rhythm with the electrifying Ladies of Hip Hop Dance Collective as they take the stage in an explosive showcase of talent and creativity. Known for their captivating choreography and powerful performances, these dynamic dancers bring the energy and spirit of hip hop to life. With their unmatched skill and fierce style, these talented dancers deliver a performance that celebrates the artistry and culture of hip hop. From jaw-dropping choreography to powerful storytelling through movement, don’t miss your chance to witness their awe-inspiring artistry live!
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! Adults $10. Seniors(62+) $9. Children Under 10 Free. Paid admission is good all weekend with hand stamp!
Calling all demigods! Join OPL at Camp Half-Blood for a celebration of all things Percy Jackson! Come discuss the books and do crafts and activities based on the fandom with others who love it. Based on the Percy Jackson book series by Rick Riordan. Costumes are encouraged but not required. All materials are free and provided while supplies last.
Meet at the Riverfront and dress in blue and green for a night of family fun celebrating National Blue & Green Day and the gift of organ and tissue donation. Enjoy free music, face painting, balloon artists, games and prizes, and a drone show. The fun happens on the Riverfront Plaza at the Lewis & Clark Landing (just east of Kiewit Luminarium).
Join for another fun Easter event for Friday 2 on Vinton St. Bring your little ones to enjoy games, mini photo sessions, Easter bunny, egg decorating contest and more!
John Crist is one of today’s fast-rising stand-up comedians, with more than one billion video views, over five million fans on social media and sold-out shows from coast to coast making Pollstar’s Top 100 Global Tours list in 2019 with over 197,000 tickets sold.
Divine Shepherd invites you to their Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12 at 10am for kids age birth through fifth grade. Bring a friend and a basket! Rain or shine! We'll have the hunt outside (weather-permitting) or inside our facility. Tell them you're coming.
Kids ages pre-K to 5th grade are invited to have an EGGciting morning of fun and faith at our community egg hunt. Free!
Come and celebrate spring with some adorable farm friends! Pixie's Pony Tales will be here with bunnies, chicks, and sheep for kids to pet and pose with. Everyone's sure to head home hopping with delight!
Treat your family to a fun FREE day at Thompson Park for this year’s Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 12 from 11AM to 1:00PM. Fun for all with Egg Hunt, Easter Bunny, live music, pony rides, a bouncy house, face painting and more!
Join for a fun Easter Egg Hunt on the south side of Gallagher Park in the Benson area! This is a FREE community event! There will be food (while supplies last) and lots of eggs filled with goodies for the kids! The event begins at 11am and we will have three age groups for our egg hunts: ages 0-3, 4-7, 8-11. Each age group will have their own time to hunt for eggs! Invite your friends and family for a day at the park! Everyone is welcome!
All Are Welcome To Our Free Passover Saturday Easter Egg Hunt! Valley
Join us in our FUN activity for the Community!
Come As You Are. You are welcome to Volunteer and/or make a FREE WILL offering if you choose. You, family and friends are welcome to:
Easter Egg Hunt! Valley - Saturday, April 12, 2025 – 1:00 pm prompt start!
Valley NE Rogert Park 604 South Lakewood Street.
RSVP appreciated for planning purposes!
Annual Blue Jean Ball: A Night Under the Stars, presented by Scoular and Cornerstone Staffing Inc. Take part in our silent and live auctions and hear about the impact a wish can have on local children battling critical illnesses.
Bring out the whole crew to search for caches hidden in the park using GPS coordinates! Instruction is provided!
Enjoy the fun for $10/group of up to 6 people! Great activity for all ages! Please bring at least one smartphone per group! Register by April 9th.
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