Omaha Events Calendar: See What's Happening In The Area This Weekend

Omaha NE

09 December, 2021

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OMAHA, NE — Looking for things to do in the Omaha area? See what's new on your Omaha Patch community calendar. Here's a roundup of local events coming up in the area this weekend. Hot tip: If you want to see your event in the next roundup, you can add it to the calendar using this form. As always, it's free to post an event in your community. To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $1 per day per community. Here are all of this weekend's events in and around Omaha: Lil' Sprouts: Where Does Our Food Come From? When: Thursday, December 9th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Lauritzen Gardens/Kenefick Park What: Lauritzen Gardens is a magical environment for children (pre-K, ages 3-5) and adults to explore and learn in together. In Lil' Sprouts, participants work together and engage their senses while learning about nature, shapes, colors, ABC's and 123's. Enjoy story time, hands-on a... Learn More CRICUT BASICS: Hot Chocolate Kits When: Thursday, December 9th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Do Space What: Learn how to use the Cricut software to cut vinyl and write and draw on cardstock to make fun decorations and labels for your very own hot chocolate kit. This class requires that you have a free Cricut account. If you do not have one and please sign up at http://ow.ly/R4vt50H1q3o. Learn More Basketball: Boys Freshman vs. Bryan High School (Away) When: Thursday, December 9th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Gretna High School What: Event listing from Gretna High School: Thursday and December 9 at 5:30 PMType: Doubleheader Opponent: Bryan High School Comments: "B" game to follow. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the hos... Learn More Basketball: Girls Varsity vs. Bryan High School (Away) When: Thursday, December 9th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Social Security Seminar When: Thursday, December 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha La Vista Hotel & Conference Center What: One of the most important decisions you need to make before you retire is when to claim Social Security benefits. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE: PRE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Many retirees apply for Social Security before reaching full retirement age. But by d... Learn More Basketball: Boys Varsity vs. Bryan High School (Away) When: Thursday, December 9th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Public Policy Power Hour: Reproductive Rights When: Friday, December 10th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Women's Fund of OmahaLearn More Want to learn about the microbial diversity of the Hell Creek Watershed on the Tri-Faith Commons? Of When: Friday, December 10th at 2:30 p.m. Where: Tri-Faith Center What: Dr. John Kyndt and students from Bellevue University have isolated and identified a new bacterial species from the pond at Hell Creek: "It is a red photosynthetic bacteria resembling Rhodopseudomonas, so, for now, we are calling it Rhodopseudomonas infernalis (isolated from He... Learn More After Work Hike When: Friday, December 10th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Fontenelle Forest What: Need to de-stress after a long work week? Just looking to make some new hiking buddies? Join us for a relaxing, naturalist-guided "After Work Hike". . . It's like happy hour, but nature-style! After Work Hikes occur every other Friday from April to December. Participants shoul... Learn More A Swinging Brownville Christmas When: Friday, December 10th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Brownville Concert Hall, 126 Atlantic Street, Brownville, Nebraska, 68321, United States What: FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AT 7:30PM, SUNDAY AT 2:00PM In the tradition of beloved seasonal specials, Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso and Billy Stritch will perform swinging arrangements of "Christmas Waltz," Kay Thompson's "Holiday Season," "Sleigh Ride," "I've Got My Love To Keep Me Wa... Learn More Tonis Sol-fa Christmas Live at The Arts Center When: Friday, December 10th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Iowa Western Community College What: Tonic Sol-fa has established itself not only as the most in-demand vocal group in the Midwest, but also one of the most successful independent acts in America. In addition to substantial album sales of its own independent releases (2,000,000 copies sold), the group has toured ... Learn More Bushwackers Live: Lazy Wayne Band When: Friday, December 10th at 9:00 p.m. Where: Bushwackers Saloon & Dance Hall What: The Lazy Wayne Band is coming to Bushwackers on Friday, December 10th.Doors open at 5 PMCover charge starts at 7 PMDJ before and after for dancing and requestsThe Lazy Wayne Band takes the stage at 9 PM Learn More Featured Event: Take An Interactive Tour Of The Ultimate Smart Home When: Saturday, December 11th at 9:00 p.m. What: There's no place like a smart home for the holidays! And this year, Patch's lifestyle editors have hand-selected the top smart home products to help you achieve a smarter, more-convenient home. From the robotic vacuum on the floor to the smart alarm sensor on the wall, these s... Learn More Featured Event: Take An Interactive Tour Of The Ultimate Smart Home (Patch Deals) ACT Test - Elkhorn High School When: Saturday, December 11th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Elkhorn High SchoolLearn More NE Chapter ExCom Meeting - Sierra Club - Nebraska Chapter When: Saturday, December 11th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Sierra Club - Nebraska Chapter Learn More Family Workshop: Gingerbread Houses When: Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lauritzen Gardens/Kenefick Park What: Enjoy an afternoon of classic holiday fun at Lauritzen Gardens! This workshop allows adults and children the opportunity to decorate their own gingerbread house to take home! One gingerbread kit, with lots of decorating options, will be provided per family (any combination of ... Learn More Santa and His Elves at Bel Air Plaza When: Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Bel Air Plaza What: Santa and his elves  will be on hand Saturday, December 11, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.. The event is free and open to the public. Bel Air Plaza Parking lot is located at 12100 West Center Road, Omaha. Santa and his elves will be on hand providing hot cocoa and scrumptious individua... Learn More Vetco is Petco's Affordable Mobile Vaccination Clinic When: Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Petco What: Petco has a low-cost mobile vaccination clinic called Vetco that travels the Omaha area, Lincoln, and Grand Island. They are at the Maple Street Petco every Saturday from 10AM-1PM and at the Bellevue Petco every Saturday from 3PM-6PM. It doesn't say on the flyer, but they also... Learn More Basketball: Girls Varsity vs. Lincoln East (Home) When: Saturday, December 11th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Jane Austen Tea Party - Omaha Public Library When: Saturday, December 11th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Omaha Public LibraryLearn More Basketball: Boys JV vs. Lincoln East (Home) When: Saturday, December 11th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Basketball: Boys Varsity vs. Lincoln East (Home) When: Saturday, December 11th at 3:45 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Basketball: Girls JV vs. Lincoln East (Home) When: Saturday, December 11th at 3:45 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More The 4th Annual Christmas Bar Crawl - Omaha When: Saturday, December 11th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Dubliner pub What: 🎅🎄The Christmas Bar Crawl Benefiting Toys For Tots Is Coming! 🎄🎅 Buy Your Ticket, Get Your Toy Donation, Grab Your Santa, Elf, Reindeer, & Crazy Holiday Costumes And Get Ready To Party! TOY DONATION REQUIRED AT CHECK IN WITH TICKET! We Are Keeping Ticket Prices Low... Learn More The 4th Annual Christmas Bar Crawl - Madison When: Saturday, December 11th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Red Rock Saloon What: 🎅🎄The Christmas Bar Crawl Benefiting Toys For Tots Is Coming! 🎄🎅 Buy Your Ticket, Get Your Toy Donation, Grab Your Santa, Elf, Reindeer, & Crazy Holiday Costumes And Get Ready To Party! TOY DONATION REQUIRED AT CHECK IN WITH TICKET! We Are Keeping Ticket Prices Low... Learn More Grand Island, save with Sam's Club Membership & Donate 25% to end Hunger! When: Sunday, December 12th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 1510 N DIERS AVE Grand Island, NE What: Hey Grand Island!Until 12/15/21 you can get a Sam's Club membership, or upgrade your existing one, AND have 25% of the cost go to to Action Against Hunger.In addition, you will be gifted your choice of a Member's Mark™ Take 'N Bake Pizza or a Member's Mark™ Seasoned Rotisserie... Learn More Lincoln, Save with Sam's Club AND donate to Action Against Hunger! When: Sunday, December 12th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 4900 N 27th St What: Attention Lincoln!You can now get a new Sam's Club membership, or upgrade yours, AND have 25% of the cost be donated to Action Against Hunger.You will also be gifted your choice of a Member's Mark™ Take 'N Bake Pizza or a Member's Mark™ Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken as a thank y... Learn More Omaha, save with Sam's Club Membership & Donate 25% to end Hunger! When: Sunday, December 12th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 13130 L St What: Hey Omaha!Until 12/15/21 you can get a Sam's Club membership, or upgrade your existing one, AND have 25% of the cost go to to Action Against Hunger.In addition, you will be gifted your choice of a Member's Mark™ Take 'N Bake Pizza or a Member's Mark™ Seasoned Rotisserie Chicke... Learn More Papillion, Save with Sam's Club AND donate to Action Against Hunger! When: Sunday, December 12th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 9851 S. 71ST PLAZA Papillion, NE What: Attention Papillion!You can now get a new Sam's Club membership, or upgrade yours, AND have 25% of the cost be donated to Action Against Hunger.You will also be gifted your choice of a Member's Mark™ Take 'N Bake Pizza or a Member's Mark™ Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken as a thank... Learn More WINTER TAKE AND MAKE: SHADOW PROJECTOR KIt When: Monday, December 13th at 7:00 a.m. Where: Do Space 7205 Dodge Street Omaha, NE 68114 What: This year we'll use everyday materials to make our own shadow projectors! These hand-held lanterns are sure to light up a room and showcase your artistic talent. Here's how to get started. Step 1.Head to Do Space on December 13th and get your kit for FREE. There are a limite... Learn More Holiday Hacks: Retouch Family Photos In Photoshop When: Monday, December 13th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Do Space What: It's the return of a favorite holiday hack! Learn how to retouch, color, manipulate and enhance your family and holiday photos with Adobe Photoshop, a popular photo-editing software. Use your newfound skills to customize or retouch photos, old and new, and share with family an... Learn More Holiday Hacks: Retouch Family Photos In Photoshop When: Monday, December 13th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Do Space What: It's the return of a favorite holiday hack! Learn how to retouch, color, manipulate and enhance your family and holiday photos with Adobe Photoshop, a popular photo-editing software. Use your newfound skills to customize or retouch photos, old and new, and share with family an... Learn More Board Of Education Meeting - Bennington Public Schools When: Monday, December 13th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Bennington Public SchoolsLearn More School Board Meeting - Elkhorn Public Schools When: Monday, December 13th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Elkhorn Public SchoolsLearn More Winter Vocal Concert - High School - Bennington Public Schools When: Monday, December 13th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Bennington Public SchoolsLearn More Featured Event: Social Security Seminar When: Tuesday, December 14th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha La Vista Hotel & Conference Center What: One of the most important decisions you need to make before you retire is when to claim Social Security benefits. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE: PRE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Many retirees apply for Social Security before reaching full retirement age. But by d... Learn More Featured Event: Social Security Seminar (Enlighten 567 Workshops) Making the Familiar Strange: The Dreams of Joseph of Nazareth When: Tuesday, December 14th at 12:00 p.m. Where: https://www.trifaith.org/events/making-the-familiar-strange-the-dreams-of-joseph-of-nazareth/ What: Registration: https://www.trifaith.org/event... Join Education and Program Associate Ally ZimmerMas and Rita Otis, Spiritual Director at Countryside Community Church, for this session of Making the Familiar Strange. Together, we will explore the story of Joseph, the father fig... Learn More Swimming: Varsity vs. Omaha Northwest (Away) When: Tuesday, December 14th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Community Social When: Tuesday, December 14th at 5:00 p.m. Where: The Ashton What: This event brings together the Nebraska investing, startup and philanthropy communities for a night of drinks, light bites, and great company. There is no programming or agenda aside from networking and meeting new people. This event is at Millwork Commons in the Ashton Buildi... Learn More GHS Choir (Home) - Gretna High School When: Tuesday, December 14th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Basketball: Girls Reserve vs. Omaha Marian (Home) When: Tuesday, December 14th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Middle School Choir Concert - Bennington Public Schools When: Tuesday, December 14th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Bennington Public SchoolsLearn More Basketball: Boys JV vs. Creighton Prep (Home) When: Tuesday, December 14th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Sugar & Spice, and Everything Iced When: Tuesday, December 14th at 7:00 p.m. What: Gather the whole family in the comfort of your kitchen to learn from Nikki Wallenberg, owner of Twisted Sisters Sweetz, how to decorate beautiful and creative Christmas cookies! Additionally, Duff Goldman from Food Network's Ace of Cakes will sprinkle his stories, FUN, and mot... Learn More Basketball: Boys Reserve vs. Creighton Prep (Home) When: Tuesday, December 14th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Basketball: Girls JV vs. Omaha Marian (Home) When: Tuesday, December 14th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More WIT: Gr. 12 Open Campus, Gr. 10-11 Movie & Popcorn When: Wednesday, December 15th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Keith Lutz Horizon High SchoolLearn More Check out more awesome local events, or add your own, on the Omaha Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. 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