Originally, the script for Holes was infinitely darker, if you can imagine what an adaptation from Richard Kelly (Donnie Darko) looks like. But of course, Disney wanted to take the route of a faithful, PG adaptation of the novel, so they brought in its author Louis Sachar to take over the job.

Celebrate Flag Day with the National Parks Service at the Lewis and Clark Landing Arrival Plaza, 1pm to 3pm.

Unearth A Story: Animals from the Past: Journey back in time this summer as we look at how modern-day animal adaptations can help us uncover the truth about our past!

Compete against other teams to complete the same puzzle in the fastest amount of time. All teams will be provided with a puzzle and will have two hours to finish the challenge. The first team to complete the puzzle wins! Space is limited, and registration is required.

Grab your friends, bring the family, and join for a home run of an afternoon! You, your family and friends are invited to their Kosher Tailgate at the College World Series! Whether you're a die-hard baseball fan or just looking for a fun way to connect with the community, they'd love to see you there. Come celebrate America's favorite pastime with Jewish pride, good food, and even better friends.

Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  Please bring your own towel

Become the best babysitter you can be! Training will include a babysitting guidebook, basic first aid, and age-appropriate practices for caring for infants, preschoolers, toddlers, and school age youth. The clinic is taught by Nebraska 4-H Extension staff. This is a free program for ages 11 and up. Registration is required 

Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  Please bring your own towel

Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  Please bring your own towel

Compete against other teams to complete the same puzzle in the fastest amount of time. All teams will be provided with a puzzle and will have two hours to finish the challenge. The first team to complete the puzzle wins! Space is limited, and registration is required.

Curiosity Crew is a one-hour, hands-on STEM program for children ages 2-5 that blends play, exploration, and early learning! Stop by to learn about a topic and complete an activity!  June Theme: Dinos! Celebrate our summer reading theme and learn about types of dinosaurs and how their fossils were made. Space is limited. Registration is encouraged.

All Ages Magic Show

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 Kindermusik with Overton Music Studios!

Join our community partners from Papio NRD for an interactive program all about insects! Kids will explore real specimens, learn fun facts, and discover why insects are essential to healthy ecosystems. This is a free event for kids. Registration is required.

Enjoy a different activity or craft each week under the big picnic shelter in Peterson Park. Drop in anytime. Recommended for Grades PreK and up. No library card or registration required.

Join for their fourth annual Chocolate Olympics. Complete trials and win chocolate!

Calling all dino-designers; get ready for an adventure millions of years in the making! Unleash your inner sculptor and join us to make a clay dinosaur. After your prehistoric pal is built, you can give them a voice by writing a thrilling mini-adventure about their life in the wild! No experience needed—just bring your imagination! All materials are included, while supplies last. This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required.

Join for a relaxed and creative art session designed for people of all ages and abilities. A teaching artist from WhyArts will guide participants through an adaptable, hands-on project that encourages self-expression and exploration. This is a free event for all ages. Registration is required

Old-fashioned summer fun! The Council Bluffs Fire Department hosts hydrant parties on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. throughout the summer at various locations.

Calling all aspiring artists and Bob Ross fans! Join Omaha Public Library and a Certified Ross Instructor to enjoy the joy of painting by learning to create a desert scene in Ross’s classic style. Come along to experience some ‘happy accidents’ and create your own artwork. All supplies provided. This is a free event for adults 19+. Registration is required

Library favorite Jeff Quinn is back! He'll astound the audience with fun magic tricks and humor. If you're lucky, you might get to be part of the show!

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 program is for teens 13-18 years old.

Join to create your own colorful cross-stitch keychain! Kids will follow a simple template to make a fun keepsake. All materials will be provided. This activity is suitable for ages 8-12. Space is limited. Registration is required.

The clock strikes five and the savings begin! Every Tuesday evening this summer, enjoy a twilight look at our featured exhibition, Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume, for just $5 after 5PM. Whether it's a family quest or a fairy tale date night, it's a great time to explore the artistry behind some of your favorite Disney characters.

Teen Retreats at Bennington Library every Tuesday for grades 6-12

Play yard games, explore the Imagination playground blocks from Rec On the Move, and other fun activities! In the event of inclement weather this program will be cancelled.

Omaha Astronomical Society visits the Bennington Library

Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  Please bring your own towel

Professor Pippy P. Poopypants has captured best friends Harold and George! Captain Underpants needs your help to save them. You’ll have to work together to solve clues and puzzles themed around the Captain Underpants series by Dav Pikey to save Harold and George before time runs out. Do you have what it takes to be a hero like Captain Underpants? Registration is required.

This June, Kiewit Luminarium will be bringing some interactive museum experiences to RiverFront parks. Baseball fans, have you ever wondered where the "sweet spot" on a baseball bat is? Why can some hits send the ball into the stands and others not? You may find your home run stats soaring after experimenting with the Luminarium’s “Sweet Spot” exhibit. During these engagements the Luminarium will also be sharing 50% off museum admission coupons!

Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  Please bring your own towel

Step back in time and build your own prehistoric world! Create a dinosaur terrarium with the perfect mini habitat for a dino friend. Bring your imagination and get ready for a roaring good time! This is a free event for kids ages 5 and older. Registration is required 

Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  Please bring your own towel

Join OPL for a Super Smash Bros tournament. They will be playing the game on the Nintendo Switch 2. This is a free program for ages 13-18. Registration is required

Curiosity Crew is a dedicated STEM educational and experimentation time for kids of all ages (2-11). Each month we’ll have a Curiosity Crew theme that guides our learning and activities! Families are welcome to drop in, learn something new, and complete an experiment or activity as a group! June Theme: Dinos! Celebrate our summer reading theme and learn about types of dinosaurs and how their fossils were made.  Space is limited. Registration is encouraged.

Join OPL at “Once Upon a Time at the Castle,” a storytime and wildlife adventure in the enchanted gardens. Storytime will feature stories, creative movement, music and more. After storytime, learn about the real creatures we read about through live wildlife interactions and activities. This month we will learn about snakes.

A new chapter in outdoor entertainment is about to begin as Lauritzen Gardens unveils its new Oasis and Amphitheater—an open-air venue designed to blend music, nature, and community into one unforgettable experience. Set against a backdrop of vibrant gardens, winding paths, and seasonal blooms, the amphitheater offers a natural setting that elevates live performances beyond the traditional concert environment. Guests won’t just attend a show—they’ll be immersed in it, surrounded by the sights and scents of carefully curated landscapes that change with the seasons.

Get ready for a roaring good time! In this hands-on musical experience inspired by Dinosaurumpus!, kids become the musicians as they explore the many ways percussion instruments make sound—shaking, scraping, and striking along with the story. Guided by a staff member from the Omaha Symphony, young participants will stomp, chomp, and make music together while discovering how rhythm brings this dino-filled tale to life.

Join for a special 80s music edition of Music Bingo! Listen to some tunes and reminisce of their epic greatness! Prizes for winners too! Free to play and all ages

Curiosity Crew is a one-hour, hands-on STEM program for children ages 2-5 that blends play, exploration, and early learning! Stop by to learn about a topic and complete an activity!  June Theme: Dinos! Celebrate our summer reading theme and learn about types of dinosaurs and how their fossils were made. Space is limited. Registration is encouraged.

Kick off your summer with Kids FunFare — a free family-friendly event happening every Thursday morning in June at Regency Shopping Center! Performance will take place outside next to Kinaara. Don’t miss this fun-filled June tradition – perfect for little ones and a great way to make summer memories!

In order for curious minds to bloom, it is essential to plant a love of reading at a young age. Join OPL at Lauritzen Gardens for stories that celebrate gardens, plants, insects and more, and discover the joys of nature, movement, music, and literature. Storytime is geared for preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. Lauritzen Gardens will offer free admission to families who attend this storytime.

All Ages. Keep track of your summer fun by starting a journal. Journals available while supplies last.

Free Movies at the Bennington Library

Old-fashioned summer fun! The Council Bluffs Fire Department hosts hydrant parties on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. throughout the summer at various locations.

Discover the fascinating process of fossilization! Join us to explore the layers that entombed the dinosaurs and construct an edible model of their burial. This is a free event for children. Registration is required.

Every Thursday join in the Curiosity Lab, as we explore science with hands-on activities and experiments. *Participants should be prepared to get messy*

The Kids Markets is a nationwide movement that gives kids the platform to launch their own mini businesses. From slime to soaps, lemonade to lawn services—kids sell what they create, while learning real-life business and social skills.

Get to know the new OPL Do Space in our Skills Class! Each session will focus on learning a new skill, machine, or software. This session will focus on the intermediate 3D modeling skills. Participants will be able to ask detailed questions and design more complex items for print. 

Through step-by-step instruction, participants will learn how to create custom garden flags using the Cricut machine! Registration is required.

Bring a chair and enjoy an evening of music downtown with friends and family every 3rd Thursday from 6 to 8PM, May through September.

Get ready to soak up the sun and feel the rhythm at the Summer Vibes Concert Series, your weekly dose of live music, good vibes, and unforgettable summer nights! Join us on select Thursday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm for an exciting lineup of local and regional talent—featuring everything from rock and pop to funk and soul. Vibes concerts are located in the Village Pointe Amphitheater. Bring your lawn chairs, grab your favorite treats from a variety of Village Pointe restaurants, and gather your crew for this FREE outdoor concert series that’s perfect for all ages! Seating is FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. Seating area opens up at 4pm day of concert.

Join us for the ultimate summer soirée at John C Fremont City Park! Concert in the Park is an outdoor concert series that will elevate your Thursday nights in June. Bring the whole family for a night of fun, starting with exciting kids' activities at 6:30 pm, followed by the sweet sounds of live music from 7 to 9 pm.

Concerts begin at 7:00PM and are free and open to all ages. Community members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, enjoy downtown Council Bluffs, and experience a wide variety of live music performances in the heart of the city.

Stay Wild after hours. On select Thursday nights this summer, guests ages 21+ can explore the Zoo in a new way, bringing guests closer to animals, nature, and each other, at a slower pace.

Stay Wild after hours. On select Thursday nights this summer, guests ages 21+ can explore the Zoo in a new way, bringing guests closer to animals, nature, and each other, at a slower pace.

Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

Learn how to block in a scene with watercolor wash, then pop the details with pen work on top. Breathe in, observe your surroundings, find expansion and growth all around you. Learn how to create distance with color, find magic in the patterns of nature. We will be working with pens, liquid watercolor, watercolor pencils, water-based pastels and water brushes. All materials included. All Ages. Location: RiverFront Park at the Arrival Plaza outside of Kiewit Luminarium.

New discoveries are hatching at the library! Join as they shape and create dinosaur discovery eggs.

DIY Father's Day Mug at The Learning Express

Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  Please bring your own towel

Bring your swimsuits! We will be hosting hydrant parties. Hydrant Location: 15035 Laurel Ave. Just northwest of the Community Center. All ages! FREE!

Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  Please bring your own towel

On June 19th, head over to the Performance Pavilion in Gene Leahy Mall for a performance by the Navy Band and Omaha Symphonic Winds! 

Enjoy an evening soundtrack at the market provided by some of the region’s most talented local musicians. Our Beats & Bites Stage performances feature a rotating lineup of solo acts and crowd favorites bringing everything from acoustic sets to soulful originals and covers. Bring a blanket, grab something delicious from the market or food trucks, and settle in for a relaxed evening of live music under the sky.

Everyone is invited to this block party for bounce houses, bubbles, fire trucks, face painting, games, food trucks, free dessert, and more!  All ages invited. No library card or registration required.  Drop in anytime! NOTE: This event takes place at the Gretna Crossing Park West Shelter.  Please dress for the weather.  Rain location is Gretna United Methodist Church, 11457 S. 204th St.  Activities may be more limited.

Join for another night of live music at the Texas Roadhouse Amphitheater! Bring a blanket or a chair and enjoy a relaxed summer evening outdoors.

A hilarious group of Big Canvas improvisers brings short-form improv for the whole family to the Blackstone district every 3rd Friday. Each show is a new adventure you don’t want to miss!

All movie nights feature gates opening at 7 p.m. Tickets are $8. Falconwood Park encourages guests to arrive early to participate in themed activities and enjoy food and beverage offerings before each screening begins.

This June, as Omaha welcomes baseball fans from across the country, step underground for a haunted experience that brings a different kind of thrill. Enter the warehouse through an old unlocked door and descend into a dark stairwell hidden beneath the streets of Downtown Omaha. Down below, strange sounds echo through the halls, shadows move when they shouldn’t, and every turn keeps you guessing. It’s the perfect mix of creepy fun, suspense, and late-night adrenaline during Omaha’s biggest season. Located in the basement dungeon of Hollywood Candy.

With Special Guests Nat and Alex Wolff.

Join at The Platform, the museum’s interactive play space, and celebrate the holidays! Each date will have a special craft or activity and feature related photos from our Photo Archive for a bit of a history lesson while you celebrate. On Saturday, June 20, they'll celebrate the historical legacy of Juneteenth and its impact today.

Originally, the script for Holes was infinitely darker, if you can imagine what an adaptation from Richard Kelly (Donnie Darko) looks like. But of course, Disney wanted to take the route of a faithful, PG adaptation of the novel, so they brought in its author Louis Sachar to take over the job.

Make plans to bring the whole family and join our family for a fun event!  Kids of all ages are welcome to see, climb & explore vehicle displays. Free Hotdogs and Chips

A simple, special way to celebrate Father’s Day weekend. Enjoy a picnic-style donut breakfast and create a picture frame keepsake together.

Celebrate Nebraska pollinators at the Schramm Pollinator Party! The Schramm Education Center will be hosting a Pollinator Party event in partnership with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Bee Lab, Nebraska Extension, the UNL Entomology Department, and PlantNebraska. This free, annual event is part of a statewide celebration of Nebraska Pollinator Week. Activities for all ages will be set up outside and in the Schramm Education Center Classroom.

They're going to travel back in time millions of years to explore the amazing world of dinosaurs! Ranger Anthony from Stomp Chomp Roar will be here with a thrilling presentation to teach kids all about paleontology and the lives of dinosaurs. Stomp on by!

$10 Cover, Military Personnel and 12 and under FREE. Merchandise Available, Live Music from 11am-10pm, DJ Jake, Dorothy's Dishes, The Dirty Boots Band, Tanner Sovereign. Snag a photo with our inflatable mascot Buster The Bull and check out the one and only "Angus", their custom Convertible Suburban.

This annual event begins with a 5k road race starting in the City Park at 8 am, register in advance to receive a t-shirt or on race day starting at 7 am. The Kinderfest parade down Main Street begins at 11 am.  Following the parade, the city park overflows with good old-fashioned fun!  A petting zoo and blowups will await the kids.  Game booths of all kinds will offer prizes: ring toss, duck races, basketball, cornhole, paddle wheel and more.  Where Everyone is a Winner!  Lots of food choices including:  pulled pork, brisket, brats, burgers, walking tacos and home-made pie!

Calling all gamers! Have a blast learning how to code while building robotic games to test your code. You will learn about sequencing commands, value and sensor inputs, and loops. This month you will create a racecar. Registration is required

All activities are free and open to the public, from 11am to 2pm! Native Plant Platform: make a nature bookmark, craft a monarch butterfly, take home native seeds!

Ages 18+. A Time to Kill (Rated R)

Become the best babysitter you can be! Training will include a babysitting guidebook, basic first aid, and age-appropriate practices for caring for infants, preschoolers, toddlers, and school age youth. The clinic is taught by Nebraska 4-H Extension staff. This is a free program for ages 11 and up. Registration is required 

A simple, special way to celebrate Father’s Day weekend. Enjoy a picnic-style donut breakfast and create a picture frame keepsake together.

We might need a bigger boat…or at least a bigger bingo card! Bring your friends or family to celebrate Shark Week with bingo. No prior knowledge of sharks is required to enjoy the game. This is a free event for adults and children ages 5 and older. Registration is required.

This year's theme is Movement & Migration, honoring the Black Arts Movement and the role of Black Art as activism and a tool for change.

Bringing the Joy of Dance to the Streets! Join LTG Academy for an Open Level Hip Hop Workshop with ADG! All are welcome, no dance experience required only boldness and a love for dance! Meet at the Performance Pavilion in Gene Leahy Mall!

Challenge your creative boundaries in this Art Workshop for teens! Instructor Shawnequa Linder will introduce surrealism and encourage teens to use their imaginations to go beyond reality in order to create a collage. Come tell a story through collaging techniques and let your creativity flourish! All materials will be provided. This is a free event for teens, ages 13-19. Registration is required.

Jeff Quinn is roaring into our library with "Jurassic Magic", a dinosaur-themed Summer Reading Program magic show that's fun for all ages

Fire up your tastebuds and follow your thirst! Midtown Crossing is hosting a pub-crawl-style block party where bold BBQ flavors meet ice-cold brews. Each participating establishment is serving up a signature BBQ bite paired with beer, and you get to choose the route—hit one spot or hit them all. Between bites, enjoy outdoor yard games and summertime vibes on your favorite Midtown Crossing patios. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite stop and help crown the ultimate BBQ & Brews champion.

Get crafty and show off your art skills in this program for 9-12 year olds. This month: Planter Painting & Seed Planting. Registration is required

Celebrate the longest day of the year with us at La Vista’s Summer Solstice Party! Experience a special evening in the park filled with yard games, FREE s’mores, a pickleball tournament, and food for purchase. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, friends and family to relax and enjoy the start of summer together. Whether you come for the games, the live acoustic music or good vibes, it’s sure to be a night to remember.

Come enjoy a pint and paint with "Rob Boss" at the Lovely Brewery.

Dundee is bringing the neighborhood to life with monthly live music in the streets—and you're invited! On the third Saturday evening of each month, from 6–8pm, enjoy the sounds of local talent as we welcome a different Omaha-area musician to perform right in the heart of the neighborhood. Whether you're out for a casual stroll or heading to dinner, take a moment to pause, listen, and soak in the vibrant community energy that makes Dundee so special.

Join on the 3rd Saturday of each month as our quick-witted performers play a variety of improv games, each with a musical twist. They'll take your wildest suggestions and transform them into hilarious, one-of-a-kind songs right before your eyes. Whether it's a rap about a clumsy superhero or a love ballad for a talking dog, each moment is as unpredictable as it is uproarious.

Grab your friends, bring the family, and come enjoy a fun-filled evening for the whole family. Pack your chairs, blankets, and coolers and settle in for a great night of music. Come hungry, come ready to dance, and most importantly — come have fun at Stinson Park!

🎶 Music at the Crossing Summer Concert Series Presented by Eagle Engineering Group! Join the City of Gretna at the Gretna Crossing Park Amphitheater for a FREE community event with incredible local talent. GATES OPEN AT 6PM - MUSIC IS FROM 7PM-10PM

This June, as Omaha welcomes baseball fans from across the country, step underground for a haunted experience that brings a different kind of thrill. Enter the warehouse through an old unlocked door and descend into a dark stairwell hidden beneath the streets of Downtown Omaha. Down below, strange sounds echo through the halls, shadows move when they shouldn’t, and every turn keeps you guessing. It’s the perfect mix of creepy fun, suspense, and late-night adrenaline during Omaha’s biggest season. Located in the basement dungeon of Hollywood Candy.

We love summer! Celebrate the longest day of the year and enjoy a fun evening with family friendly activities including guided nature hikes, games, crafts, archery, and s'mores! FREE!

Bring the whole crew—family, friends, and neighbors—and settle in for a cozy night of laughter, fresh air, and community fun. Firepits are available on a first-come, first-served basis. FREE to the public!

Enjoy FREE popular family movies under the stars in June. Gates and concessions open at 7:30 pm. This season bands from the Omaha Blues Society Blues Education Program will provide preshow music. Movies and dates are subject to change. This Week's Movie, SumTur Free Movie Series: A Minecraft Movie with the opening band True Blues.

Star Party with Omaha Astronomical Society at Flanagan Lake north picnic shelter