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Veterans Day Freebies and Discounts 2013

Veterans Day Freebies and Discounts

In honor of Veterans Day, many attractions and restaurants are offering wonderful discounts and freebies for veterans and active military personnel. Thank you for your service! Most require some form of military ID.  As always, it is a good idea to verify with your favorite location before visiting.

Local Attractions and Events

2013 Nebraska’s Official Veteran Parade – 11/9, 10 a.m.

  • Veteran’s Day Parade – November 9th Old Towne Bellevue. 10 a.m. – Noon.

Military Appreciation Weekend at the Kroc Center – 11/9 – 11/11

  • Free Entry to the Kroc Center for all Military and their Immediate Family on Saturday, November 9, through Veterans Day, Monday, November 11. Please present your official military verification at the Welcome Desk.

Holiday Mail for Heroes – 11/10, 12 – 4 p.m. at Oak View Mall and Westroads Mall

  • The American Red Cross will be collecting holiday greeting cards to send to our heroes overseas and in our own communities. You can join the effort and make a holiday card for a hero this year on Sunday, November 10, in the Food Court.

Veteran’s Day at the Zoo – 11/11

  • Free gate admission to all active or retired Veterans and their immediate families on Veteran’s Day, Monday, November 11, 2013.

Restaurants

Applebees – Veterans and Active Duty Military enjoy a free signature entree on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11th.

Carrabba’s – November 9 – 11.  All active and retired veterans can receive a free appetizer.

Chili’s – Chili’s is offering all veterans and active military personnel a free entree from the special Veterans Day Menu. Offer available November 11, 2013, at participating Chili’s in the U.S. only. Dine in from limited menu only. Beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service.

Godfathers Pizza La Vista – Veterans and active military will receive a Free buffet! Buffet hours 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Golden Corral – Enjoy a free “Thank You” dinner for any person who has served in the U.S. Military on Monday, November 11, 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Hy-Vee – Veterans eat free at their annual Veterans Day breakfast on 11/11. Check your favorite Hy-Vee for times.

Krispy Kreme – Free doughnut and small coffee on November 11, 2013 with military ID. Valid in-store only at participating locations, not valid at grocery or convenience stores.

Little Caesar’s – Free Crazy Bread for U.S. Veterans with valid military ID on Monday, 11/11. Available at participating locations.

Olive Garden – Free meal (with proof of military service) from a list of several entrees on November 11, 2013.

Texas Roadhouse – Fee lunch from special Veterans Menu on Monday November 11, 2013.

Other

Free Entrance to National Parks –  Veterans Day Weekend, November 9-11, 2013.  Over 100 national parks that usually charge entrance fees are offering free entrance.  Find a participating park near you here.

Free Stay at B&B’s and Inns – Each year, the B&B industry celebrates the sacrifices offered by our courageous vets by offering free rooms on or around Veterans Day.

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Do you know of a Veteran’s Day Freebie or Deal we missed?  Please leave a comment below.

Free Fall Family Activities in Omaha 2013

Free Fall Fun in Omaha

I am very excited to be partnering with several local bloggers who are all sharing wonderful ways to celebrate Fall!

I love Fall in Omaha!  Perfect weather, changing colors, Football, Halloween events, Pumpkin Patches, Hayrack Rides, and campfires all make wonderful family memories.  What do you love most about Fall?

Enjoy these free or inexpensive family attractions and events this Fall in Omaha!

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Fall Festivals and Special Events

  • Museum Day Live! – September 28 – Free Admission to Participating Museums with ticket (including Strategic Air & Space Museum)
  • First Friday Old Market – Held the first Friday of each month, 6-9 p.m., First Friday is a free event celebrating local creativity in Omaha’s most historic neighborhood.
  • Food Day Omaha – October 20, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the Omaha Farmers Market at Aksarben Village
  • Veteran’s Day at the Zoo – November 11 – Free gate admission to all veterans and their immediate families on Veteran’s Day.

Special Events at Pumpkin Patches

  • Toys for Tots at Camp Fontanelle – October 20 – Bring a girls or boys new toy valued at $5 or more and get free admission! One toy = one free admission. Marines will receive toys 2-4 p.m. (Also, search for treats in the maze from 2 – 4 p.m.)

Especially for Kids

Farmer’s Markets 

Omaha has several Farmers Markets, where local vendors sell fresh, locally grown produce, baked goods, and flowers.  ”Buy local and eat fresh.”

It is always a good idea to verify the information with the business before visiting.

Do you have a Free Fall Activity to add?  Please leave a comment below and I will add it the list!

Other helpful resources:

Discover many more ways to enjoy Fall in Omaha by visiting these other great local blogs!

Oh My! Omaha – Fall Foods in Omaha Restaurants

Yellow Mango Life – The best places for a fall run and fall fun runs in Omaha

Coolest Mommy’s Coolest Thoughts – Incorporating Fall into your family activities … making memories during Fall

Liv, Laugh, Love – Apple Jack Festival

The Walking Tourists – Vala’s Pumpkin Patch offers fun for all ages

Bolton Carley’s Blog – What’s your favorite season? quiz

LPO Beauty – Changing Up Your Look for Fall

5 Free Activities at the River City Rodeo 2013!

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Aksarben’s River City Rodeo and Stock Show is coming to the CenturyLink Center September 26-29th!  We have gone every year, and the kids enjoy the variety of activities, animals, and educational experiences.  See the entire Schedule of Events here.

Bring your family and enjoy these 5 FREE Fun Activities!

1. Heritage Parade

One of the biggest parades in Omaha will be held on Saturday, September 28th at 10:00 a.m. in Downtown Omaha.  Enjoy horses, horses, and more horses, huge balloons, floats, drill teams, marching bands, and more!

2. Family Activities

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Enjoy many interactive exhibits with fun and educational activity stations including:

  • Omaha Then and Now – experience the history and future of Omaha
  • Agventureland – participate in the agricultural process
  • Giddy Up Gulch – create fun art projects in an Old West town
  • Construction Junction – Build and play with building blocks and equipment
  • John Deere Interactive Displays
  • Plus more!

3. Animal Zone

A favorite for the kids, see many animals up close, including daily live births of baby pigs, and live demonstrations and activities.

4.  Community Stage

Enjoy magic shows and a variety of local talent!

5. 4-H Stock Show and Douglas County Fair

Observe the largest 4-H Stock Show in the U.S. with a variety of livestock.

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Other fun events include:

Pancake Feed, Mutton Bustin, Concerts, and the Rodeo (Admission charged for these events.)

What do you love about the River City Rodeo?

National Donut Day is Friday, June 7 – FREE Donuts!

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Celebrate National Donut Day this Friday, June 7, with these fun specials!  YUM!!!  

(It is always a good idea to verify with your favorite location before visiting.)

Dunkin Donuts

Free donut on June 7 with any beverage purchase. One is located in Papillion at 9910 S 71st Plaza. Find other Dunkin Donuts location here.

Krispy Kreme

Visit Krispy Kreme on June 7 for a FREE doughnut of any variety. No purchase necessary. In Omaha, this includes 2715 South 120th Street and 707 S 72nd St. Scroll down to see other participating Krispy Kreme locations here.

LaMar’s Donuts

One free donut to each guest, with no purchase necessary. Participating LaMar’s to donate to Salvation Army relief in Oklahoma & other states.  In Omaha, LaMar’s Donuts is located at 17202 Audrey St.  Find other LaMar’s location here.

Super Saver

They will be giving away Donuts beginning at 7 a.m., while supplies last.  Plus, get a coupon for half price donuts and rolls.

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FREE or Cheap Summer Movies in Omaha 2013

Free Movies this Summer in Omaha | Family Fun in Omaha

Find many free or cheap movies in theaters and in parks all summer! These movies usually fill up quickly so arrive early to get a seat!  It is always a good idea to verify with the business before visiting.  Check back often as more will be added!

See these and other upcoming events in the Omaha Kids Calendar!

This is part of the Summer Fun Series 2013, highlighting all of the Free Summer Activities in Omaha including movies, concerts, reading programs, spraygrounds, and more!

Movie Nights at Camp Fontanelle 2013 – Saturdays, May 11 – August 31 (every 2 weeks), FREE

  • Bring a lawn chair and/or blanket, bug spray, and campfire fare and enjoy the outdoors at a “sit – in” movie. No movies will be shown if the weather is rainy. Open to the Public. Due to copyright issues, titles may not be shared publicly, but can be received by emailing fontanelle@umcneb.org.
  • Date and Approximate Start Time:
    • May 11 – 9:00
    • May 25 – 9:10
    • June 8 – 9:25
    • June 22 – 9:25
    • July 6 – 9:25
    • July 20 – 9:15
    • August 3 – 8:55
    • August 17 – 8:35
    • August 31 – 8:10

LoessFest at River’s Edge Park, Council Bluffs – May 29, June 5, FREE

  • River’s Edge Park Grand Opening is May 25, and continues through June 8th with many concerts and movies in the park. Visitors can also enjoy the “Great Lawn Light Display” every night, a unique and interactive light display on the Great Lawn.
    • May 29 – Rumbles and Grease
    • June 5 – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

Starlight Movie Series at Sumtur Amphitheater – FREE

  • Enjoy free family movies under the stars all summer long with themed pre-show entertainment before each movie. Gates and concessions open at 7:30 p.m. with movies starting at dusk.
    • May 31 – Brave
    • June 7 – Rise of the Guardians
    • June 21 – The Lorax
    • July 26 – Wreck-It Ralph
    • August 16 – Madagascar 3

Monday Night at the Movies at Midtown Crossing – Mondays, June 3 – July 29, FREE

  • Monday nights at sunset
    • June 3 Despicable Me
    • June 10 The Goonies
    • June 17 Pirates of the Caribbean – The Curse of the Black Pearl
    • June 24 Back to the Future
    • July 1 Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
    • July 8 Hook
    • July 15 Ghostbusters
    • July 22 UP
    • July 29 Wreck it Ralph

Movies at Omaha Public Libraries – All Summer, FREE

  • Click on search slider, and then click on ‘Movie Days’ under Event types for all of the movies offered this summer!

Regal Summer Movie Express – June 4-July 31 (Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10 a.m.), $1

  • Regal Omaha Stadium 16 (7440 Crown Point Ave.).  It is always a good idea to verify with the theater before visiting.
    • June 4 – The Three Stooges PG
    • June 5 – Ice Age: Continental Drift PG
    • June 11 – Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days PG
    • June 12 – Parental Guidance PG
    • June 18 – Mr. Poppers’ Penguins PG
    • June 19 – Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked G
    • June 25 – Monte Carlo PG
    • June 26 – Rio G
    • July 2 – Coraline PG
    • July 3 – ParaNorman PG
    • July 9 – Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax PG
    • July 10 – Big Miracle PG
    • July 16 – Yogi Bear PG
    • July 17 – Journey 2: The Mysterious Island PG
    • July 23 – Racing Stripes PG
    • July 24 – Happy Feet Too PG
    • July 30 – African Cats G
    • July 31 – Chimpanzee G

La Vista Concerts & Movies – June 7, July 12, August 9, 7 p.m., FREE

  • Held at the La Vista Public Library, 9110 Giles Road
  • Join us for dinner, concert, and a movie.  Each night, a variety of food trucks will be available at the event.
    • June 7 – Charm School Dropouts, Days of Thunder
    • July 12 – Quartus, Back to the Future
    • August 9 – Blue House, The Odd Life of Timothy Green

Music and Movies in the Park – Bayliss Park, Council Bluffs, June 7 – August 9, FREE

  • Movies will be shown every Friday night starting after dusk (around 9 p.m.). Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, snacks and enjoy the movie with family & friends! All movies are rated G or PG unless otherwise noted.
    • June 7 – Madagascar 3
    • June 14 – The Lorax
    • June 21 – Odd Life of Timothy Green
    • June 28 – Hotel Transylvania
    • July 5 – NO MOVIE
    • July 12 – Here Comes the Boom
    • July 19 – Men in Black 3 (Rated PG-13)
    • July 26 – Brave
    • August 2 – Escape from Planet Earth
    • August 9 – The Avengers (PG-13)

Free Family Flicks at Aksarben Cinema – June 12 – August 1 (Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m.), FREE (canned food donation appreciated)

  • Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. (show starts at 11 a.m.) and seating is offered on a first come, first served basis. We will be collecting canned food items for Together, your donation is appreciated!
    • June 12 & 13 – Chimpanzee
    • June 19 & 20 – Escape from Planet Earth
    • June 26 & 27 – Parental Guidance
    • July 3 & 4 – African Cats
    • July 10 & 11 – Hotel Transylvania
    • July 17 & 18 – Oceans
    • July 24 & 25 – Rio
    • July 31 & Aug. 1 – Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days

Kid’s Dream Summer Film Series at Marcus Theaters – June 18 – August 15 (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 10 a.m.), $2

  • In Omaha, this includes 20 Grand (144th and Maple), Village Pointe, and Twin Creek in Bellevue
  • Click here for other locations in Nebraska and Iowa.
  • For Free tickets, visit a participating agent with American Family Insurance, and you can receive two FREE tickets to your choice of this year’s titles:
    • June 18-20: Earth
    • June 25-27: Madagascar 3
    • July 9-11: African Cats
    • July 16-18: Escape from Planet Earth
    • July 23-25: Oceans
    • July 30-August 1: TBA
    • August 6-8: Chimpanzee
    • August 13-15: TBA

Family Movie Night at Salvation Army Kroc Center – 6:30 p.m., FREE

  • Doors open at 6 p.m. Free popcorn, too!
    • June 21 – Rise of the Guardians
    • July 26 – The Sandlot
    • August 16 – Wreck It Ralph

Cox Music and Movies at Holland Center East Lawn – Fridays, July 12-26, FREE

  • Each Cox Music & Movies evening will feature a performance by a local band followed by a film presented in the courtyard of the Holland Performing Arts Center. The courtyard will open at 7 p.m. with music beginning at 7:30 p.m. and the film beginning at dusk, or around 8:45 p.m. Grass seating is available and blankets and chairs are welcome. Concessions available. No outside food, drink or pets are permitted.
  • This is a rain or shine event – it will move to the covered arrival plaza (directly next to the courtyard) in the case of rain.
    • July 12: Dani Cleveland, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (PG-13)
    • July 19: An Evening: A Tribute to John Denver, Forest Gump  (PG-13)
    • July 26: Omaha Girls Rock, Finding Nemo (G)

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FREE Summer Concerts in Omaha 2013

Free Summer Concerts in Omaha

The Omaha Area is full of FREE Summer Concerts, perfect for relaxing on a warm summer evening!  See these and other upcoming events in the Omaha Kids Calendar!

This is part of the Summer Fun Series 2013, highlighting all of the Free Summer Activities in Omaha including movies, concerts, reading programs, spraygrounds, and more!

Saturdays at Stinson in Aksarben Village – May 11 – August 31, 7 p.m.

  • Enjoy music, food, and fun all evening! Don’t forget, Sunday morning is the Omaha Farmer’s Market so please do not leave your car overnight on Mercy Road or 67th Street as set-up begins at 6am!

Bridge Beats Friday Night Music Series – May 17 – June 28, 7 p.m., Bob Kerrey Bridge Plaza

  • Music will be feature diverse solo and duo acts, including history on Lewis & Clark. Plaza opens at 5:30 p.m. Music starts at 7:00 p.m. Plenty of free parking at National Park Service & Rick’s Boatyard.
    • May 17 – Mike Langley
    • May 24 – M2J
    • May 31 – Christopher of the Wolves
    • June 7 – OK Sisters
    • June 14 – Belles and Whistles
    • June 21 – Vlasis
    • June 28 – MaGowans Chair

Sounds of Summer Concert Series at Shadow Lake Towne Center – May 24 – August 30, Fridays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

  • Live outdoor music at Alegent Creighton Health Amphitheatre. Kids can enjoy free face painting or balloon art each week, in addition to a special giveaway for each child during the concert.
    • May 24 – Lemon Fresh Day
    • May 31 – Urban Groove Project
    • June 7 – McKenzie River Band
    • June 14 – Soul Dawg
    • June 21 – Rough Cut
    • June 28 – Taxi Driver
    • July 5 – Red Delicious
    • July 12 – The Personics
    • July 19 – The Innocence
    • July 26 – High Heel
    • August 2 – Marcos & Sabor
    • August 9 – Daybreak
    • August 16 – D*Funk
    • August 23 – eNVy
    • August 30 – Hi Fi Hangover

LoessFest at River’s Edge Park, Council Bluffs – May 25 – June 8

  • River’s Edge Park Grand Opening is May 25, and continues through June 8th with many outstanding artists performing. Visitors can also enjoy the “Great Lawn Light Display” every night, a unique and interactive light display on the Great Lawn.
    • May 25 – The Beach Boys
    • May 26 – Omaha Symphony, SAC Band, and Fireworks
    • May 27 – Playing with Fire Concert and Food Truck Festival
    • May 29 and June 5 – Movies in the Park
    • June 7-8 – Bluffs Bash
    • June 8 – Preservation Hall Jazz Band

Vibes at Village Pointe Summer Concert Series – May 25 – August 31, Saturdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

  • Live outdoor music at Alegent Creighton Health Amphitheatre. Kids can enjoy free face painting or balloon art each week, and giveaways. Natural seating areas available but chairs and blankets encouraged. Leashed pets are welcome.
    • May 25 – Taxi Driver
    • June 1 – The Confidentials
    • June 15 – Marcos & Sabor
    • June 22 – Avaricious
    • June 29 – The Innocence
    • July 6 – Hardwood Dash
    • July 13 – On the Fritz
    • July 20 – McKenzie River Band
    • July 27 – Shur Thing
    • August 3 – D*Funk
    • August 10 – Hi-Fi Hangover
    • August 17 – Soul Dawg
    • August 24 – eNVy
    • August 31 – Personics

Music and Movies in the Park – Bayliss Park, Council Bluffs, June 5 – September 4, Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8 p.m., FREE

    • June 5: Belles & Whistles (Country Pop)
    • June 12: Pete Madsen Quartet (Jazz Standards)
    • June 19: Street Railway Dixieland Band (Dixieland Jazz)
    • June 26: Pam & the Pearls (Vocal Variety)
    • July 3: Swampboy Blues Band (Blues)
    • July 10: Solid Brass Quartet (Classical and Pops)
    • July 17: Sabor (Latin Rock)
    • July 24: The Brits (British Invasion Rock)
    • July 31: Danny Mattran Quartet (Jazz Originals)
    • August 7: Pattie Dee Three (Ragtime)
    • August 14: Blues Agent (Blues and Rock)
    • August 21: Palladium Brass (Classical and Pops)
    • August 28: Stan Spurgeon Quartet (Vocal Standards)
    • September 4: Urban Jazz (Jazz)
    • Sunday, September 1st @ 3:00 p.m.: Special Performance by The Three Irishmen (Irish Music). Rain location is the Center, 714 S. Main Street.

Bellevue Music in the Parks – June 6 – July 25 (no concert 7/4), Thursdays, 7 p.m., Washington Park, 20th & Franklin Streets

  • Music in the Parks will be performed every Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. for seven weeks beginning June 6th at Washington Park. Concerts are approximately one hour long.
    • June 6 — Pop & Jazz
    • June 13 — Big Band
    • June 20 — Concert Band
    • June 27 — Standards
    • July 11 — Classical
    • July 18 — Ragtime
    • July 25 — Rock & Roll

Omaha Music in the Parks 

  • The longest running, most diverse outdoor concert series in the area, is held in various locations throughout Omaha and surrounding communities.

La Vista Concerts & Movies – June 7, July 12, August 9, 7 p.m., La Vista Public Library, 9110 Giles Road

  • Join us for dinner, concert, and a movie.  Each night, a variety of food trucks will be available at the event.
    • June 7 – Charm School Dropouts, Days of Thunder
    • July 12 – Quartus, Back to the Future
    • August 9 – Blue House, The Odd Life of Timothy Green

Sumtur Sunday Unplugged – June – August, Sundays, 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

  • Local entertainment is featured in a relaxed outdoor environment Sundays 7:30 to 9:00 pm at the Sumtur.  Join us for traditional park concerts highlighting the best in area acoustic and unplugged music throughout the summer.

Swingin’ at Sumtur Amphitheater Concert Series – June 6 – July 4, Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.

  • Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Join us for a free night of music featuring the best popular bands in the Omaha Metro Area. Enjoy fresh grilled burgers, brauts and hot dogs. Fun, free outdoor activity for the whole family.
    • June 6 – Taxi Driver
    • June 13 – Angel and the BackBeats
    • June 20 – Quartus
    • June 27 – Hi-Fi Hangover
    • July 4 – USAF Heartland of America Band

Bank of the West Celebrates America – June 28, 6 p.m.-10 p.m., Memorial Park

  • Enjoy this annual celebration featuring Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, with a Fireworks Grand Finale.

Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing – July 11 – August 15, Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.

  • Venue opens at 5 p.m. Pack a picnic; grab a blanket; and get ready to wrap yourself in another season of Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing presented by Omaha Performing Arts. Thousands of free parking spaces are available starting at 4:30 p.m.

Cox Music and Movies at Holland Center East Lawn – Fridays, July 12-26, FREE

  • Each Cox Music & Movies evening will feature a performance by a local band followed by a film presented in the courtyard of the Holland Performing Arts Center. The courtyard will open at 7 p.m. with music beginning at 7:30 p.m. and the film beginning at dusk, or around 8:45 p.m. Grass seating is available and blankets and chairs are welcome. Concessions available. No outside food, drink or pets are permitted.
  • This is a rain or shine event – it will move to the covered arrival plaza (directly next to the courtyard) in the case of rain.
    • July 12: Dani Cleveland, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (PG-13)
    • July 19: An Evening: A Tribute to John Denver, Forest Gump  (PG-13)
    • July 26: Omaha Girls Rock, Finding Nemo (G)

It is always a good idea to verify with the location before attending, as dates, times, and bands may change.

CC image courtesy of Jessica Curtin

FREE YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day & Open Streets Omaha’s Play Streets: April 28th

Healthy Kids Day

Open Streets Omaha is presenting its first Play Streets this Sunday, April 28, in Aksarben Village, from 11am – 4pm!  This will be the kickoff event to four Play Streets this Summer and future Open Streets Omaha programs. The emphasis is on physical activity, healthy local foods and wellness information. It is a day of simple and FREE fun!

Sunday’s event will be held in conjunction with the YMCA Healthy Kids Day, from 11am – 2pm in Stinson Park. This event will feature include:

Open Streets Omaha

  • Bounce houses
  • Zumba® classes
  • Sports Zone and other games
  • Mascot Race
  • First 1,000 kids will receive a t-shirt and YMCA drawstring bag with other giveaways and healthy snacks.
  • Plus, Children’s Hospital will provide FREE kids’ bike helmets.

This is a FREE community event to get kids moving and learning, and families living healthier.  Come out, play and be on the lookout for more street events from Open Streets Omaha!

See these and many other family-friendly events in the Omaha Kids Calendar, and be sure to Follow Family Fun in Omaha on Facebook to keep updated on the latest Omaha fun!

Kids Bowl Free 2013

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This is part of the Summer Fun Series 2013, highlighting all of the Free Summer Activities in Omaha including movies, concerts, reading programs, spraygrounds, and more!

Kids Bowl Free is a nationwide program that provides FREE hours of entertainment all summer long for your kids!  Register your children and they will receive two free games every day all summer!  (Shoe rental may be required.  Some bowling centers offer a summer shoe rental pass – check local bowling center for details.)

Select your favorite Bowling Center in Nebraska or in other states to sign up!  Each bowling center has their specific dates and times posted in the right column on their registration page, along with information for shoe rental and age limits.  Several programs begin May 1st!

Parents have the option to purchase a family pass, so they can bowl with their kids, too. This is a perfect way to be active and have fun with your kids and build fun memories together!

Kids Skate Free

Enjoy skating, too? Kids Skate Free offers free skating all year long.  In Omaha, this includes SkateDaze!  Passes valid for children 12 years old and younger.  Register to begin receiving your skating passes!

Find many more activities in our Ultimate Guide of fun things to do with your kids in Omaha, and be sure to Follow Family Fun in Omaha on Facebook to keep updated on the latest Omaha fun!

Summer will be here soon and we cannot wait!!

CC image courtesy of Jonathan Keelty

Earth Day Events and Freebies in Omaha 2013

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Earth Day is coming up on April 22nd, and there are many activities and events to help celebrate!

See these and many other family-friendly events in the Omaha Kids Calendar, and be sure to Follow Family Fun in Omaha on Facebook to keep updated on the latest Omaha fun!

Local Events

Earth Day Celebration at Mulhall’s – April 19-22
  • Select earth-friendly lawn and garden solutions will be 20% off, plus, each day, the first 250 purchasing guests will receive a FREE gift.
Earth Day Project: Mighty Mo Clean-Up – April 20, 8am-12pm
  • Ponca State Park and the Missouri National Recreational River are seeking volunteers for the inaugural Mighty Mo Annual Clean-Up on Saturday, April 20th.  Volunteers will meet at the park’s boat ramp at 8 a.m. for registration, coffee and donuts.  The clean-up will end at 11:30 a.m. and a lunch of hot dogs, chips and cold drinks will be served at noon. Additional all-ages activities celebrating Earth Day at the Park include tree planting, environmental games and a nature hike.
Party for the Planet at the Omaha’s Zoo & Aquarium – April 20, 9am-3pm
  • Celebrate Earth Day and discover ways you can help save our planet. There will be family fun activities for the whole family to enjoy.  Event activities are free to Omaha’s Zoo and Aquarium members or with regular paid Zoo admission.
Earth Day: Trash to Treesure with Michaels Kids Club – April 20, 10-11:30am on the 1/2 hour, $2/child
  • Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! Only $2 per child reserves 30 minutes for your creative kid.
Celebrating Earth Day at Strategic Air & Space Museum – April 20, 10am-4pm
  • Join us for some hands on activities concentrating on: Earth Science, Ecosystems, and Energy Conservation. Climb inside our Earth Balloon and see the Earth from the inside out!
Earth Day Omaha 2013 –  April 20, 11am-6pm, Elmwood Park, FREE
  • This free event features exhibit booths, children’s activities, demonstrations and short speaker sessions, plus live music from top local bands and food from area vendors.  All activities are designed to educate and inspire attendees to live green and healthy at home and at work.  On-site electronics recycling will also be available.
Create Earth Day Binoculars at Lakeshore Learning Store – April 20, 11am-3pm, FREE
  • This Earth Day, kids get an up-close look at nature with pretend binoculars they make and decorate themselves.
Earth Day Celebration at Pottery Barn Kids Stores Nationwide – April 20-22, FREE
  • Celebrate Earth Day in our stores!  Come in for a free packet of seeds for kids to plant at home (while supplies last) and fun activities.  Plus proceeds from the purchase of select lunch products will go towards Trees for the Future.  Help us reach our goal of planting 50,000 trees!
FREE Eco-Friendly T-Shirt Upcycling Show IN Tell at Michaels – April 20, 1-3pm
  • Celebrate Earth Day by learning how you can turn your old T-shirts into trendy and fashionable accessories.
Celebrate Earth Day at Barnes & Noble, Crossroads – April 20, 2pm
  • Join us for our special Earth Day event! We’ll be reading books about the earth, doing activities on helping the planet, and learning how to be great citizens of the world! We’re excited to celebrate this great holiday with you!
Lincoln Earth Day – April 21
  • Lincoln Earth Day is Sunday, April 21st, and offers activities from sunrise to sundown for the community to enjoy. Start your morning off right with one of our fun runs. Then, enjoy the afternoon‘s FREE live music, family activities and informational booths at Antelope Park. That night, celebrate the Earth with food, drink and dance at Earth Night.
Green Bellevue Earth Day Celebration and 5K Run/Walk – April 21, 1-4pm, Everett Park, Bellevue
  • There will be a ceremony, a 5k run/walk and 1 mile walk fundraiser, demonstrations, information and more!
Earth Day Storytime at Barnes & Noble, Oakview – April 23, 11am
  • We are celebrating Earth Day 2013 this week! What can you do to help our Earth?
Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day at MCC’s Fort Omaha Campus – April 25, 11:30am-2:30pm
  • Come celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day with us at the Fort Omaha Campus! Tour the Arboretum, win a prize at the Tree Scavenger Hunt, and view a documentary on Aldo Leopold while munching on popcorn!

 

Freebies 

Free Entrance Days in the National Parks – April 22-26
  • National Park Week. Over 100 national parks that usually charge entrance fees are offering free entrance.
Free Target Reusable Bag – April 21, beginning at 10am, while supplies last
  • In honor of Earth Day, Target will give away 1.5 million reusable bags that includes over $40.00 in savings.
Free Caribou Coffee – April 22
  • On Earth Day, April 22nd, Caribou Coffee will again be providing a free coffee to all customers who bring in a reusable mug or tumbler.  Plus, Caribou Coffee will plant one fruit tree for each new Facebook Like that the Company receives during the month of April 2013.

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It is always a good idea to verify with the business before visiting.  If you know of a Family Event happening to celebrate Earth Day, please leave a comment below or contact us to be added!

Have a wonderful Earth Day celebration!

Permanent FREE General Admission to Joslyn Art Museum beginning May 25th!

Joslyn Art Museum

Joslyn Art Museum announced today that beginning May 25th, they will offer FREE General Admission year-round!

The Museum will be free during all regular public hours (Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm; Thursday, 10 am to 8 pm; and Sunday, noon to 4 pm. Joslyn is closed every Monday). Throughout 2013, admission will also be free to all special exhibitions including Renoir to Chagall: Paris and the Allure of Color (June 8 to September 1) and Legacy: The Emily Fisher Landau Collection (September 28 to January 5).

What a wonderful gift for everyone to be able to enjoy the beauty and treasure of the Joslyn Art Museum!  This will be added to our extensive list of Free Family Activities in Omaha!

See many other family-friendly events in the Omaha Kids Calendar, and be sure to Follow Family Fun in Omaha on Facebook to keep updated on the latest Omaha fun!

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