Directed by animation legend Glen Keane, Over the Moon is an exhilarating musical adventure about moving forward, embracing the unexpected, and the power of imagination. Explore a new and unique interpretation of the traditional folklore behind the Chinese Moon Goddess, Chang’e, and the significance her story holds during the Chinese Mid-Autumn Moon Festival.

Mass at 11am, Activities start at 12:00.  Food Trucks | Cornhole Tournament | Cake Tent | Beer Garden | Gift Draw | Midway Market | Product Test | Foam Party | Kids Area | Bingo | Flower Cart | Line Dancing Lesson | Live Music by Whiskey River Band | Family Picnic Area | Kick Ball (13+) | Hayrack Rides and more.

Love the weird and fantastical? Dive into the incredible world of cryptids! Enjoy games, a scavenger hunt, reading, and a craft activity. This is a free event for ages 5-12. Registration is encouraged/required

Join for a special presentation of Book Nook’s Theater of the 1931 Best Picture-winning film Cimarron is in the public domain. Cimarron (1931): Cimarron is an epic Western drama set during and after the 1889 Oklahoma Land Rush. It follows the ambitious newspaper editor and lawyer Yancey Cravat and his wife, Sabra Cravat, as they build a new life in the frontier town of Osage. While Yancey is repeatedly drawn away by adventure and causes he believes in, Sabra remains behind to raise their family and lead the newspaper, eventually becoming a respected civic leader. The film explores themes of frontier expansion, ambition, social change, and the evolution of the American West over several decades. Seating is limited, so don't wait! Reserve your tickets today.

Breaking Benjamin comes back with special guests Chevelle, Starset and Kami Kehoe

Curious George will visit for a special storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos.

Discover the basics of drawing in this beginner-friendly class led by artist Yulia Brynskikh. Participants will learn foundational techniques using simple tools such as pencils while exploring line, shading, and observation. No prior drawing experience is needed. All supplies will be provided. This is a free event for adults 19+. Registration is required

Join for a relaxing evening of crafting with diamond art magnets. Each participant will get to take their magnet home. This program is for adults. Registration Required

Film Streams’ free outdoor movie series, Film Streams on the Green, is returning to North Downtown Omaha this summer and fall at Sonny's Builders District. On select Monday evenings July through October, moviegoers are invited to eat, drink and play movie trivia while enjoying a line-up of family favorites, cult classics and big-screen blockbusters. Each screening will begin at 7 pm.

K-12 Homschool. Meet at Southwind Park to design a boat and then test it in some water.

Join Bennington Public Library for an Out & About Storytime at Nelson Produce Farm! You MUST show your Bennington Public Library Card at admissions for free entrance.

Let's make a creative MESS! Our friend Miss Tina will be here to celebrate the chaos of art with a story, guided yoga, and a wild craft activity. Come and let your inner Jackson Pollock shine!

Get ready to enter back to school sport mode and dec out your new shoes with croc charms! In this month’s STEAM teens, participants will design, print, and assemble croc charms for shoes. Using either Tinkercad or Bambu Studio, teens will have free creative time to design a custom charm before printing in the second half of the program. This is a free event for teens 13+. All materials will be provided. Registration is required.

In honor of Fat Bear Week, join in on the Fat Bear Fun at OPL with a special storytime. Enjoy books and songs about bears followed by crafting handmade binoculars to spot the Fat Bear Hall of Champions around the library. This event will be sure to entertain our littlest bear scouts! Parents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) for the duration of the program and are encouraged to help younger children with the activity.

Curious George will visit for a special storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos.

Every Wednesday, Monarch Agents will have the opportunity to participate in fun activities, including outdoor fun, arts and crafts, science experiments, detective work, and more library fun! Please arrive at least 5 minutes early before your first mission to receive your mission log. For those in 1st - 6th grade.

Ages 4-8.  Enjoy a popcorn snack and listen to a story!

Curiosity Crew is back with a brand new look! Starting this month Curiosity Crew is specifically developed for kids six and under with their parent or caretaker. Each month we’ll cover a brand new science topic and complete an activity or art project associated with it. This month we’re kicking off fall by learning why leaves change colors and making nature inspired leaf prints. This is a free event for ages 2-6. Registration is required.

Curious George will visit for a special storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos.

Join OPL for a cuddly and creative adoption day at the library in celebration of National Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month in October! Children are invited to listen to a tail-wagging read-aloud about pet adoption, then choose from a variety of different animal plushies to "adopt" and take home. Each animal plushie comes with the option to create a collar and special house along with the completion of an adoption certificate. Kids will have time to name their new friend and imagine fun adventures together. Come for the stories and fun-leave with a snuggly new companion! Select locations will have furry and scaly visitors from the Nebraska Humane Society! Check with the branch for more details. This is a free event for kids ages 3-10. Registration is required.

They're excited to welcome you back and to see new faces for our Fall Movies at Falconwood!  Each person in the vehicle needs a ticket.  Children ages 4 and under FREE!  All taxes & fees included in your ticket price.  Gates 5:30 p.m. - no early arrival please - Movies at Dusk.  Come Hungry! Food Trucks + Falconwood Concessions and Bar (No Outside Alcohol Allowed Please)

Family, friends, and supporters gather together to celebrate, honor, and remember people affected by blood cancer. Registration is free! Join us and raise funds to support our mission.

Create a spooky canvas using glow-in-the-dark paint and seasonal stencils. All supplies provided. This is a free event for kids ages 8-12. Registration is required

There's Oktoberfest. Then there's Croctoberfest. And this one is just for the 21+ crowd. Pick your experience with General Admission or VIP Prost! With the Most and Prost! With the Most Plus, grab a stein, and explore the Zoo's crocodilians and nine-member alligator family in a new light. Take your Oktoberfest to the swamp. Stay Wild.

Apple Sensory Bin crafts at The Learning Express

Learn some simple tips and tricks to make a sidewalk look like it recedes or capture those tricky architectural angles. Be still and reflect for just a moment, train your brain to really see. We’ll use typical Urban Sketching materials (pens, pencils, watercolor) to show you a few easy methods that work when you’re sketching in the park or sitting on a curb….no rulers or math, promise! All materials included. Location: Arrival Plaza at The RiverFront Park. The workshop will take place near the entrance of the Kiewit Luminarium

Midtown Mix is a laid-back neighborhood gathering where music takes center stage and community comes together. Bring a lawn chair, claim a park bench, or settle in on a nearby restaurant patio and enjoy the show up close. Better yet, grab your favorite beverage to-go from a Midtown Crossing establishment and sip while you listen. Beer, wine, and champagne are permitted, making Midtown Mix the perfect way to unwind, connect, and ease into the weekend.

Have you ever wondered what the Forest looks like after the sun goes down? Now you can find out at our Full Moon Hikes! Come on an evening hike with us and experience the Forest under the light of the moon.  This program will include an educational discussion of the nocturnal animals around the Forest and a brief talk about the lore of full moons. The guided hike will proceed after the discussion. After the hike, please join us for a seasonal snack. 

Movie Nights at the Orchard! Grab your chair, blanket & pillow and get comfy as the movie starts at dusk. No outside food/drink, but don’t worry—They’ll be open inside with all the goodies!

Stand-up comics from the Midwest (and beyond) are bound to leave you laughing like you never have before in this hour-long comedy showcase.

Fall for Papillion is more than just a fall festival — it’s a chance to make memories while learning about the history of Papillion, experiencing life as it once was, and celebrating the heart of our community. Join on Saturday, September 26, 2026 and see why Papillion is a town to fall for...past, present, and future.

Saturday mornings belong to the kids. Heartwood Kids Club is a free weekly program filled with hands-on fun designed especially for children ages 4–8. Activities can include crafts, demonstrations, creative projects or interactive experiences each week brings a new surprise. Kids must be accompanied by an adult, so the whole family can enjoy a playful start to the weekend together. Happening every Saturday morning June 13th through September.

Shop & Play at Florence Mill Country Market for farm-fresh produce, meats, baked goods, handmade crafts & more in a historic mill & its surrounding field

Directed by animation legend Glen Keane, Over the Moon is an exhilarating musical adventure about moving forward, embracing the unexpected, and the power of imagination. Explore a new and unique interpretation of the traditional folklore behind the Chinese Moon Goddess, Chang’e, and the significance her story holds during the Chinese Mid-Autumn Moon Festival.

Curious George will visit for a special storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos.

Hop on by for a whole lot of cuddly cuteness! The Bunny Lady from Lambert Rabbitry is coming to town, and she's bringing her bunnies with her! There will be a fenced-off space in the store where kids can play and pet the bunnies. Plus, we'll have an adorable bunny-themed craft activity for them to do before they leave. Be prepared, though. Your heart WILL melt.

Spark Studio is a hands-on STEAM program for kids where creativity meets technology. Through fun challenges and interactive projects, participants build, design, and explore while developing problem-solving skills and confidence as makers. This is a free event for kids ages 7-12. Registration is required

They have a new batch of apples to taste and rate this year, generously donated by Vala's Apple Orchard! Come for fresh fruit and lots of other fun for the whole family!  Drop in anytime. No library card or registration required.

Join Luba Carlson from Kalina Art Studio to create art using watercolors. This three-hour class will guide you through basic watercolor techniques, and you will leave with a finished piece you are proud of! This is a free event for adults (19+). Registration is required

Houston, we have a problem! Your space mission has gone off course, and it’s up to your crew to solve puzzles themed around the historic space race and real space facts. Work together to crack codes, explore the solar system, and complete your mission before time runs out! This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required

Are you looking for an outdoor family event? Do you want to learn a new skill like archery or fire building? Then come join us for an afternoon of family fun at Archery Adventure Day!

Join fellow K-Pop stans for an exciting night of decorating and trading photo cards! Bring your own to trade. Registration is required

Join for a traditional Oktoberfest celebration with a modern-day twist in City Centre! Main Street will be closed to make way for music, Oktoberfest-themed games and activities, food trucks, and of course a beer garden. Live music will be provided by local bands Evans & Moore, Kenny Janak Orchestra and Charm School Dropouts. Food and beverage available for purchase. Best dressed contest, beer stein holding contest, cornhole and more.

Calling all manga fans! Hang out, read, chat, and geek out over your favorite manga while making fun, manga-inspired crafts. 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 is a free program for teens 13-18 years old.

Live music, food trucks, local vendors and outdoor bar. Family friendly! Free Entry! Blackstone Alley - Parking lot behind Scriptown Brewing (off Farnam St. between 39th and 40th).

Live Improv Happening Now! Long form improv from Omaha's best improvisors.