Omaha Events Calendar: See What's Happening This Weekend

Omaha NE

16 December, 2021

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OMAHA, NE — Looking for things to do this weekend? Below, we've included some of this week's top events from around the Omaha area. Check out what's happening and what might interest you before you make plans. If you're hosting an event and want to see it in the next roundup, you can add it to the calendar using this form. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are all of this weekend's events in the Omaha area: Senior Makers Club: Sewable Circuit Stockings When: Thursday, December 16th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Do Space What: The Do Space Senior Makers Club is a hands-on, project-based program for members 55+. On the last Thursday of each month, Senior Makers will use cutting-edge technology to create a project. Classes are designed to provide unique learning opportunities with a new project featur... Learn More West O Holiday Party - Casino Night - West O Chamber When: Thursday, December 16th at 4:00 p.m. Where: West O Chamber What: Event listing from West O Chamber: Thursday and December 16 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PMWest O Holiday Party We hope to see you at our final (and biggest) event of the year!     This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm ev... Learn More Swimming: Varsity vs. South Sioux City (Away) When: Thursday, December 16th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Gretna High School What: Event listing from Gretna High School: Thursday and December 16 at 4:30 PMType: Dual Opponent: South Sioux City This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? ... Learn More Hatha Yoga Basics: Slow Flow and Glow When: Thursday, December 16th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Lauritzen Gardens/Kenefick Park What: Breathe, stretch, and strengthen surrounded by Mother Nature with yoga instructor, Theresa Cassaday. During this ALL LEVELS practice, you'll be expertly guided through traditional postures that are accessible and sequences easy to emulate. Bring your yoga mat and willingness t... Learn More Basketball: Girls Varsity vs. Omaha Marian (Home) When: Thursday, December 16th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Omaha Startup Holiday Party 🎉 When: Thursday, December 16th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Modus CoworkingWhat: Startup Grind Omaha is hosting a holiday party for the startups in our community. If your company is too small for your own holiday (or if you just want another one), come have fun with other founders and community members. You've helped create a wonderful community this year,... Learn More GHS Band (Home) - Gretna High School When: Thursday, December 16th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Basketball: Boys Varsity vs. Creighton Prep (Home) When: Thursday, December 16th at 7:15 p.m. Where: Gretna High School Learn More Holiday Festival in the Forest When: Friday, December 17th at 8:00 a.m. Where: Fontenelle Forest What: All, Day, Every Day: Step into a Winter Wonderland in our Great Hall, beautifully decorated with holiday trees and wreaths. Then, bundle up and enjoy our Holiday Trail of Lights, as you stroll the first loop of our lighted Riverview Boardwalk. Warm up with some complimentary h... Learn More Winter Break Camp Session 1 When: Friday, December 17th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Camp Wa-Kon-Da 402 Forest Drive Bellevue, NE 68005 What: Join us for three days of fun at Camp Wa-Kon-Da! During camp, we'll learn about which animals migrate, hibernate, or stay active during the winter months. Campers will also spend time hiking, learning winter archery, making campfires, and playing classic camp games! Click her... Learn More Food Basket Sort & Pack Food Baskets at Bethany Church When: Friday, December 17th at 8:30 a.m. Where: West O Chamber Learn More Teen Makers: Festive Acrylic Jewelry When: Friday, December 17th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Do Space What: Come join us as we make festive jewelry to ring in the holiday season. Start by learning how to turn an image into an SVG, then find out how to use the GlowForge laser cutter to transform your image into a piece of jewelry you can wear! Learn More Moylan Premier Skating Club Presents Holiday Ice Show When: Friday, December 17th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Ralston Arena, 7300 Q Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68127, United States What: A family event for all ages to enjoy. Doors open at 6p and show starts at 630p. Healthcare Workers and First Responders get in free with proper ID! (free tickets for Healthcare Workers/First Responders not available online - these tickets are available at Ralston Arena ticket ... Learn More Bennington LIVE - Bennington Public Schools When: Friday, December 17th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Bennington Public SchoolsLearn More Bushwackers Line Dancing Lessons When: Friday, December 17th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Bushwackers Saloon & Dance Hall What: Bushwackers is bringing back dance lessons. On Thursdays, we have line dancing lessons starting between 8 and 8:30 PM. We are looking to add two-step and triple-step - know some great teachers? Feel free to email us at [email protected] is a Weekly Rec... Learn More West O Food Basket Delivery - West O Chamber When: Saturday, December 18th at 7:00 a.m. Where: West O Chamber Learn More Swimming: Varsity vs. Elkhorn (Away) When: Saturday, December 18th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Gretna High School Learn More Basketball: B/Freshman A - Elkhorn High School When: Saturday, December 18th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Elkhorn High SchoolLearn More Cookies with the Clauses When: Saturday, December 18th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium What: Santa isn't the only one comin' to town! Join both Santa and Mrs. Claus this holiday season for some delicious hot chocolate and cookie decorating during Cookies with the Clauses on Saturdays, December 11 and 18 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Listen to a story ready by the famous festiv... Learn More Family Workshop: Gingerbread Houses When: Saturday, December 18th 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 Family Adventure Days at Neale Woods When: Saturday, December 18th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Neale Woods Nature Center What: Does your family enjoy outdoor games and friendly competition? If so, Family Adventure Days is for you! Bring your athletic spirit and participate in outdoor games and a relay race with the family! Compete against one another to see who has the best skills to make it through t... Learn More Basketball: Girls Varsity vs. Lincoln Pius X (Away) When: Saturday, December 18th at 2:45 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Basketball: Boys JV vs. Lincoln Pius X (Away) When: Saturday, December 18th at 2:45 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Basketball: Girls JV vs. Lincoln Pius X (Away) When: Saturday, December 18th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Basketball: Boys Varsity vs. Lincoln Pius X (Away) When: Saturday, December 18th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Qigong: Let Your Energy Flow with Qigong When: Saturday, December 18th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Lauritzen Gardens/Kenefick Park What: Qigong (pronounced CHEE-GONG) is a practice of coordinated movements and breathing done in repetition for clearing, cultivating, and balancing energy within the body while also building strength and stability. It is a gentle form of exercise that can be though of as a moving m... Learn More A Drag Queen Christmas When: Saturday, December 18th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Orpheum Theater What: Your favorite queens return for a magical night of holiday shenanigans at the Orpheum Theater! It's The Naughty Tour, and hosts Trinity The Tuck and Monét X Change along with Kylie Sonique Love, Jaida Essence Hall, Shea Couleé, Crystal Methyd, Willam, and Brooke Lynn Hytes wil... Learn More Winter Dance - Bennington Public Schools When: Saturday, December 18th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Bennington Public Schools Learn More Bushwackers Live: Nebraska Showdown December Show When: Saturday, December 18th at 9:00 p.m. Where: Bushwackers Saloon & Dance What: Nebraska Showdown is bringing the heat back to December! Come dance to the best country covers in Nebraska! - Doors open at 5 PM- Cover charge starts at 7 PM - $5.00- NE Showdown takes the stage at 9 PM- Our DJ will keep the party going before, during, and after the show! Learn More Bushwackers Live: Nebraska Showdown When: Saturday, December 18th at 9:00 p.m. Where: Bushwackers Saloon & Dance Hall What: Nebraska Showdown is bringing the heat back to December!Come dance to the best country covers in Nebraska!- Doors open at 5 PM- Cover charge starts at 7 PM - $5.00- NE Showdown takes the stage at 9 PM- Our DJ will keep the party going before, during, and after the show! Learn More SantaSTRAVAGANZA When: Sunday, December 19th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Nebraska Furniture Mart What: Saturday, December 18:11am – 2pmSanta Photos in the Appliance & Electronics building near game consolesKids will receive a take home craft, surprise gift and light necklace (limit 100) 11am - 3pmGift Wrapping located in the Appliance & Electronics building near Cashier... Learn More Basketball: Boys Varsity vs. TBA">Multiple Schools (Away) When: Monday, December 20th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Basketball: Girls Varsity vs. TBA">Multiple Schools (Away) When: Monday, December 20th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Gretna High SchoolLearn More Women of Tri-Faith Virtual Lunch When: Monday, December 20th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Digital Event What: Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAuce-orDsuHNEEC0XKiNYPIjeqXQU6Pzz0 First and Third Mondays at Noon The Women of Tri-Faith Virtual Lunch is an opportunity to meet new friends, stay connected, and build intergenerational bonds between women of all faiths... Learn More Afternoon Of Code When: Monday, December 20th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Do Space What: Would you like to learn a new skill this winter? In Afternoon of Code, we will hone our skills using robots, computers, and unplugged activities for everyone ages 3 and up. Anyone can begin coding with intuitive tutorials and a can-do attitude! Youth of all ages and their fami... Learn More Reiki-Infused Meditation When: Monday, December 20th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Lauritzen Gardens/Kenefick Park What: Reiki-Infused Meditation is a guided meditation class that helps you activate your body's natural ability to receive healing. You will be guided by Jenelle Emory using easy-to-follow instruction through awareness of your body and the body's energy system. Mondays can be the mo... Learn More Holiday Hacks: Laser-Cut Gift Tags When: Monday, December 20th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Do Space What: Learn how to use both our ULS laser cutter and our Glowforge to cut paper and etch wood, metal, glass, and other approved materials with incredible precision. Each participant will leave with a free laser-cut item. This session's project: Laser-Cut Gift Tags – Learn the basic... Learn More Featured Event: Brighten The First Day Of Winter With 15 Percent Off FTD's Sunniest Blooms When: Tuesday, December 21st at 9:00 p.m. What: On Dec. 21, we celebrate the winter solstice, ushering in the coldest season on the longest night of the year. As we prepare to welcome winter, it's an ideal time to add bold, cheery flowers to your home or office. Not only do flowers provide a pop of color, they are a well-kn... Learn More Featured Event: Brighten The First Day Of Winter With 15 Percent Off FTD's Sunniest Blooms (FTD Flowers) End of Term 2 - Keith Lutz Horizon High School When: Tuesday, December 21st at 12:00 a.m. Where: Keith Lutz Horizon High SchoolLearn More End Of 1st Semester - Elkhorn High School When: Tuesday, December 21st at 12:00 a.m. Where: Elkhorn High SchoolLearn More End of Second Quarter - Elkhorn Public Schools When: Tuesday, December 21st at 12:00 a.m. Where: Elkhorn Public SchoolsLearn More Senior Recognition Ceremony - Keith Lutz Horizon High School When: Tuesday, December 21st at 11:30 a.m. Where: Keith Lutz Horizon High SchoolLearn More Pine Creek Concert - Bennington Public Schools When: Wednesday, December 22nd at 12:00 a.m. Where: Bennington Public SchoolsLearn More END OF FIRST SEMESTER - Bennington Public Schools When: Wednesday, December 22nd at 12:00 a.m. Where: Bennington Public SchoolsLearn More Seniors Understanding Nature: Winter Birding in Nebraska When: Wednesday, December 22nd at 10:00 a.m. Where: Fontenelle Forest What: Have you ever wondered why some birds stay in Nebraska all winter, while other birds migrate? Would you like to know which birds spend their winters in Nebraska and where they come from? Join Bob Wells, past president of the Audubon Society of Omaha, volunteer docent for the r... Learn More See more local events posted by your neighbors, 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. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.