Romantasy Craft & Chat “Found Families & Friends, Goodbye Party”
La Vista Community Center 8116 Park View Blvd, La VistaWeek of Events
SAC Museum Exhibit – Mission: Astronaut
Welcome to Mission: Astronaut, a hands-on experience where visitors learn about space exploration, the technology that makes it possible, how it benefits life on Earth, and more through astronaut training challenges. Each section presents interactive tasks that require an astronaut’s mindset to solve and focus on engineering, physics, teamwork, and fun!
Escape to Margaritaville
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)!
Pete the Cat: The Musical
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!
Young Playwrights Festival: A Rose Teens ‘N’ Theater Production
The Young Playwrights Festival showcases the work of some of the best teenage writers in the Omaha area. Most of the scripts featured in this production are created as part of The Rose’s yearlong Young Playwrights class, which is led by The Rose’s award-winning Playwright-in-Residence, Brian Guehring. Written entirely by teens, the works are filled with comedy, tragedy, hopes, fears, romance and all-out fun.
American Mariachi
Lucha spends her days caring for her ailing mother, but longs for something more. When a forgotten record album sparks her mother’s memory, Lucha and her cousin strike upon a radical idea to defy social norms and create an all-female mariachi band. But it’s the 1970s, girls can’t be mariachis…or can they? Infused with vibrant, infectious live mariachi music, this regional premiere of American Mariachi is a “big-hearted, musical tug at the heartstrings” (Denver Post) that reminds us how the power of music and love can help overcome obstacles and make the seemingly impossible come true.
The Little Mermaid™ in Concert
Experience Disney’s The Little Mermaid like never before as the Omaha Symphony brings Alan Menken’s Academy Award®-winning score to life! Watch Ariel’s thrilling journey unfold on the big screen while the orchestra performs beloved songs like Under the Sea and Part of Your World live. Don’t miss this unforgettable musical adventure—get your tickets today! Two performances to choose from with tickets starting at $20.
Sunday, April 27, 2025
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April 27, 2025 -Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
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April 27, 2025 -Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs
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April 27, 2025Forever Young Film Series: Over the Hedge
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April 27, 2025 -Indoor Winter Farmer’s Market
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April 27, 2025 -Earth Day at The RiverFront
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April 27, 2025 -Canoeing On The Lake
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April 27, 2025 -Gardening Workshop with No More Empty Pots
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April 27, 2025 -Romantasy Craft & Chat “Found Families & Friends, Goodbye Party”
Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a hovering hummingbird, a sly fox, and more! Ignite your imagination, create brick-built works of your own, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs
Embark on a dramatic adventure to Antarctica — one of the most isolated and dangerous environments on Earth — and witness the latest discovery: dinosaurs. While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, Antarctic Dinosaurs reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs and the history of the continent with real fossils and engaging interactives. More than 60 fossils, full-scale replications, and touchable models. Numerous mechanical and digital interactives, including “excavation” interactives. Real and cast dinosaur skeletons, including Cryolophosaurus and Glacialisaurus. Meteorite from Antarctica
Forever Young Film Series: Over the Hedge
A group of hungry critters led by RJ the raccoon (Bruce Willis) plot to make their way over a giant hedge that was built to separate the woodland animals from their usual treasure trove of snack food. The gang sets out to overcome the new divide in hopes of pleasing a hungry bear - and themselves.
Indoor Winter Farmer’s Market
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
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.
Canoeing On The Lake
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
Gardening Workshop with No More Empty Pots
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.
Romantasy Craft & Chat “Found Families & Friends, Goodbye Party”
If you're a fan of "romantasy" bestsellers, join for this unique social experience of crafting and chatting all things Romantasy. Each month they'll meet to discuss different topics and complete a craft project. We will have snacks, drinks, a book swap table and a craft for the night. Bring a book or two to trade! Ages: 18+
Monday, April 28, 2025
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April 28, 2025 -Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
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April 28, 2025Caterpillar Storytime & Science Lesson
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April 28, 2025 -Monday Night Market
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April 28, 2025Rock Orchestra by Candlelight
Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a hovering hummingbird, a sly fox, and more! Ignite your imagination, create brick-built works of your own, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
Caterpillar Storytime & Science Lesson
Howard Hero the caterpillar is extremely impatient and has to wait 2 dreaded weeks until he hatches out of his chrysalis!! 2 weeks with no video games, no comic books and no pizza!! How will he survive?? Find out how when we read you the story of "The Very Impatient Caterpillar"! You will also get to observe our very own caterpillars in our Butterfly Garden!! What stage will they be in? Will they be caterpillars, in a chrysalis or will they be beautiful butterflies ready to set free?? We will also be crafting our very own Caterpiller/ Butterfly project! Cant wait to see you there!! This is a FREE, all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last!
Monday Night Market
Get ready for the Monday Night Market! It’s going to be an epic evening with local vendors, fresh food, a beer garden, live music, food trucks, and SO much more fun! Happening on the last Monday of the month, don’t miss out on supporting local and enjoying a vibrant night out! See you there!
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
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April 29, 2025 -Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
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April 29, 2025 -Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs
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April 29, 2025 -Toddler Tuesday: Kindermusik with Overton Music Studios
Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a hovering hummingbird, a sly fox, and more! Ignite your imagination, create brick-built works of your own, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs
Embark on a dramatic adventure to Antarctica — one of the most isolated and dangerous environments on Earth — and witness the latest discovery: dinosaurs. While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, Antarctic Dinosaurs reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs and the history of the continent with real fossils and engaging interactives. More than 60 fossils, full-scale replications, and touchable models. Numerous mechanical and digital interactives, including “excavation” interactives. Real and cast dinosaur skeletons, including Cryolophosaurus and Glacialisaurus. Meteorite from Antarctica
Toddler Tuesday: Kindermusik with Overton Music Studios
Let's make some music! Brains will grow and smiles will shine as kids work together to make some awesome music with Miss Kerry from @kindermusikomaha!
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
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April 30, 2025 -Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
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April 30, 2025 -Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs
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April 30, 2025 -Abstract Sharpie Art Workshop with Hot Shops
Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a hovering hummingbird, a sly fox, and more! Ignite your imagination, create brick-built works of your own, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs
Embark on a dramatic adventure to Antarctica — one of the most isolated and dangerous environments on Earth — and witness the latest discovery: dinosaurs. While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, Antarctic Dinosaurs reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs and the history of the continent with real fossils and engaging interactives. More than 60 fossils, full-scale replications, and touchable models. Numerous mechanical and digital interactives, including “excavation” interactives. Real and cast dinosaur skeletons, including Cryolophosaurus and Glacialisaurus. Meteorite from Antarctica
Abstract Sharpie Art Workshop with Hot Shops
Sharpies are one of the simplest yet versatile tools you can use to create. In this workshop, you will learn different drawing and hand lettering techniques to turn a blank space into something extraordinary. This workshop will include different types of paper and a wide selection of sharpie markers to design an abstract piece with.
This event is free and open to the public, supplies will be provided! Visit the Canopies at Gene Leahy Mall.
Thursday, May 1, 2025
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May 1, 2025 -Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
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May 1, 2025 -Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs
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May 1, 2025 -Spark Your Story
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May 1, 2025May Day Baskets
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May 1, 2025 -Ralston Wine Walk
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May 1, 2025Mean Girls High School Version
Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a hovering hummingbird, a sly fox, and more! Ignite your imagination, create brick-built works of your own, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs
Embark on a dramatic adventure to Antarctica — one of the most isolated and dangerous environments on Earth — and witness the latest discovery: dinosaurs. While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, Antarctic Dinosaurs reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs and the history of the continent with real fossils and engaging interactives. More than 60 fossils, full-scale replications, and touchable models. Numerous mechanical and digital interactives, including “excavation” interactives. Real and cast dinosaur skeletons, including Cryolophosaurus and Glacialisaurus. Meteorite from Antarctica
Spark Your Story
Join Washington Branch every Thursday as local community members share their story. Enjoy snacks, engage in discussion with the storyteller, and explore new professions, storytelling mediums, and activities. This program is for teens 11–18 years old.
May Day Baskets
Ages 0-12. Stop by the library after school to make a May Day basket! Leave it on the doorstep of someone you care about on your way home.
Ralston Wine Walk
Ralston Wine Walk in Historic Downtown Ralston. $25.00 per person in advance. $30.00 per person day of event. Please note that is a 21 and over event and everybody will be required to show ID.
Mean Girls High School Version
Millard North High School presents the 2025 Musical: Mean Girls High School Version
Friday, May 2, 2025
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May 2, 2025 -Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
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May 2, 2025 -Pre-School Flower Craft
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May 2, 2025 -Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs
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May 2, 2025Star Wars Storytime and Craft
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May 2, 2025Mean Girls High School Version
Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a hovering hummingbird, a sly fox, and more! Ignite your imagination, create brick-built works of your own, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
Pre-School Flower Craft
This craft recommended for ages 0 to 6. Your little one will love the brightly colored flower that you can help them make. While supplies last. Stop by between 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. for this activity.
Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs
Embark on a dramatic adventure to Antarctica — one of the most isolated and dangerous environments on Earth — and witness the latest discovery: dinosaurs. While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, Antarctic Dinosaurs reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs and the history of the continent with real fossils and engaging interactives. More than 60 fossils, full-scale replications, and touchable models. Numerous mechanical and digital interactives, including “excavation” interactives. Real and cast dinosaur skeletons, including Cryolophosaurus and Glacialisaurus. Meteorite from Antarctica
Star Wars Storytime and Craft
May the 4th be with you!! Come join us as we read to you "Goodnight Darth Vader" followed by a pool noodle Light Saber craft. The kids will have a blast trying to keep their Storm Trooper balloons a float with their DIY Light Sabers! It's a FREE event!
Mean Girls High School Version
Millard North High School presents the 2025 Musical: Mean Girls High School Version
Saturday, May 3, 2025
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May 3, 2025 -Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
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May 3, 2025Home Depot Kids Workshop: Birdy Buffet
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May 3, 2025 -Papio South Dance Team Spring Craft and Vendor Fair
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May 3, 2025 -Superhero Training at OPL Downtown, Florence, Sorensen
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May 3, 2025 -Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs
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May 3, 2025Forever Young Film Series: Stuart Little
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May 3, 2025 -Urban Sketching Workshop with Hot Shops
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May 3, 2025 -30+ Local Pop-up Shops & Adopt a Rescue
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May 3, 2025 -Out & About Storytime: The Joslyn
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May 3, 2025 -Over/Under Omaha: A Community Weaving Project
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May 3, 2025 -Science of Superheroes: The Origins and Power of Superman
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May 3, 2025 -Fandom Party: Percy Jackson
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May 3, 2025 -Kamishibai: Japanese Paper Theater
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May 3, 2025 -Comic Book Workshop
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May 3, 2025 -Genealogy of Superheroes
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May 3, 2025 -Kids Night Out – Cinco de Rhino
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May 3, 2025Mean Girls High School Version
Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a hovering hummingbird, a sly fox, and more! Ignite your imagination, create brick-built works of your own, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Birdy Buffet
Join the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
Papio South Dance Team Spring Craft and Vendor Fair
3rd annual Spring Craft and Vendor Fair hosted by Papillion La Vista South Dance Team!
Superhero Training at OPL Downtown, Florence, Sorensen
Join OPL for a super adventure featuring superheroes and villains in honor of Free Comic Book Day! Come enjoy fun crafts and hands-on activities inspired by your favorite superheroes! Costumes are encouraged but not required.
Don’t forget to pick up a free comic book while supplies last!
Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs
Embark on a dramatic adventure to Antarctica — one of the most isolated and dangerous environments on Earth — and witness the latest discovery: dinosaurs. While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, Antarctic Dinosaurs reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs and the history of the continent with real fossils and engaging interactives. More than 60 fossils, full-scale replications, and touchable models. Numerous mechanical and digital interactives, including “excavation” interactives. Real and cast dinosaur skeletons, including Cryolophosaurus and Glacialisaurus. Meteorite from Antarctica
Forever Young Film Series: Stuart Little
Join the fun when the Little family adopts an adorably spunky boy named Stuart (Michael J. Fox), who looks a lot like a mouse. Mr. and Mrs. Little (Hugh Laurie and Geena Davis) fall in love with Stuart right away, but their older son, George (Jonathan Lipnicki), isn’t so sure. As Stuart tries to win over his new brother with hilarious feats of courage and daring, the family’s cat, Snowbell (Nathan Lane), gets involved with a gang of shady felines who devise a dastardly plan to get Stuart out of the house…permanently!
Urban Sketching Workshop with Hot Shops
Learn to draw on location with pen, water brush & watercolor pencils. No skill required, we cherish all individual styles - children and adults! Storytelling of our surroundings, the drawings are a record of time & place. Urban Sketching is a fun and social way to connect with other sketchers of all ages and abilities; no wonder it has become a global movement! Visit the Canopies at Gene Leahy Mall.
30+ Local Pop-up Shops & Adopt a Rescue
Join for the 2nd Pop-Up Shop & Animal Rescue event! This is an outdoor event. 7902 Towne Center Parkway. Vendors will be located along the streets in the middle of the mall. Adoptable dogs and cats will be in the amphitheater. Vendors will be selling everything from clothing to pet products!
Out & About Storytime: The Joslyn
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.
Over/Under Omaha: A Community Weaving Project
Over / Under is a series of free outdoor community weaving sessions held at nontraditional arts sites in Omaha, Nebraska, using found, foraged, and repurposed materials. Visit the Picnic Terrace in Heartland of America Park to begin your weaving journey!
Science of Superheroes: The Origins and Power of Superman
Join OPL and Dan Claes, professor of physics and astronomy at UNL, for a presentation on the science of superheroes. In this discussion, we will be featuring the origins and powers of Superman as part of a celebration of Free Comic Book Day. Don’t forget to grab your free comic book while supplies last. This program is for adults 19+.
Fandom Party: Percy Jackson
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.
Kamishibai: Japanese Paper Theater
Join OPL as we celebrate children around the world for DIA. We’ll take a look at the children and the culture of Japan with kamishibai, Japanese paper theater. This traditional method of Japanese storytelling combines beautiful illustrations with dramatic narration. A representative of the Japan Outreach Initiative will present kamishibai, answer questions, and tell us a little about children in Japan. Registration Required
Comic Book Workshop
Join local author and illustrator Caitlin Cass as they guide participants in creating their own comic. All materials will be provided at no cost. This program is for tweens and teens ages 10-18. Registration is required and opens April 1. To register, call 402-444-5780.
Genealogy of Superheroes
Join OPL for a genealogy program laser focused on superheroes. Learn more about the family history of some of your favorite superheroes, discover your superhero name, identify your superhero persona, and gain skills to start your own genealogy research. Celebrate Free Comic Book Day with us and don't forget to grab your free comic book while supplies last. Registration is required and opens April 15. All materials are free and provided while supplies last.
Kids Night Out – Cinco de Rhino
Get ready for a WILD night! While parents enjoy a well-deserved date night, kids ages 5 - 12 years old will discover fun new ways to appreciate wildlife. Hosted by trained educators, each unique program includes pizza, snacks, animal experience, movie time, engaging and educational activities and more!
Mean Girls High School Version
Millard North High School presents the 2025 Musical: Mean Girls High School Version
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