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Seasons of Beauty by Diane Murphy
2025-08-13 09:00 - 2025-09-18 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
August 13 through September 18, 2025
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. – Wednesday through Sunday
9 a.m. to 8 p.m. – Monday and Tuesday
On the gallery walls in the visitor and education center
Just as we pass through various stages of life, so do plants. Seasons of Beauty depicts stages from emergence to decline, finding beauty created in each of the seasonal changes. Irish philosopher/theologian/poet John O’Donohue writes:
“So much depends on how we look at things. The quality of our looking
determines what we come to see.”
Diane Murphy hopes to take the viewer beyond the surface of an image to discover beauty in whatever stage of life we find ourselves in.
Included with paid admission. Free for garden members.

La Calavera Catrina
2025-08-17 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-18 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-19 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-20 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-21 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-22 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-23 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-24 09:00 - 17:00 and 5 more dates | Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
On display from August 17 through November 8
Discover the rich history and iconography of La Catrina, one of the most recognizable figures of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), through eight larger-than-life skeleton sculptures by Los Angeles artist Ricardo Soltero. An elegant female skeleton and an icon of Mexican heritage, La Catrina approaches death not through sadness, but as a colorful celebration of life. See these colorful and joyful works, with accompanying signage in both English and Spanish.
About the Artist: Born in Nayarit, Mexico, Ricardo Soltero is the set designer for the largest Día de los Muertos celebration in the United States, which takes place annually at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery in Los Angeles. Both a sculptor and a costume designer, Soltero’s projects include works and design for Semblanza Latinoamericana dance and music festival, Metropolitan Fashion Week, UNICEF’s annual gala and the Autry Museum in Los Angeles, CA.
Exhibition organized by Denver Botanic Gardens
Included with paid garden admission. Free for garden members.

St. Paul Sundays with Bel Canto Duo
2025-08-17 15:00 - 16:00 | St. Paul Benson, 5410 Corby St, Omaha, NE, 68104, United States
St. Paul Sundays with Bel Canto Duo
Join Bel Canto Duo for a serene afternoon of live music featuring the rich, expressive sounds of oboe and cello. Their St. Paul Sundays series will be held on August 17, September 14, and October 12 at 3:00 PM, offering an intimate concert experience that nurtures reflection and community connection. Suggested donation: $20 per person. More information at www.belcantoduo.com

North Omaha Music and Arts Weekly Music Sessions
2025-08-18 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-20 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-25 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-27 19:00 - 22:00 | North Omaha Music Academy, 2510 N 24th St, Omaha, NE, 68110, United States
North Omaha Music and Arts hosts free weekly gatherings with live band performances, followed by open sessions where all musicians, MCs, and vocalists are invited to participate or sit in.
At our sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with other local artists who share your passion for music. Our live shows kick off the evening, setting the tone for a night of creativity and collaboration. After the show, we open up the floor for jam sessions, where you can showcase your skills and improvise with other talented musicians.

Mondays are devoted to jazz, and whether you’re a seasoned jazz player or just starting to explore the genre, our sessions are the perfect place to hone your skills and connect with other jazz enthusiasts.

On Wednesdays, we shift our focus to contemporary, cutting-edge music, providing a space for musicians and vocalists to explore and experiment with new sounds and styles.

Film Streams on the Green
2025-08-18 20:00 | Builders Green, 724 N. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
Join Film Streams and the Builders District for a new outdoor movie series starting in May! These free public screenings will take place at Builders Green in Builders District, located at 724 N. 16th Street — three blocks northwest of Film Streams’ Ruth Sokolof Theater.
Each screening will begin at 8 pm.
Sonny’s/Backstretch Bar will provide an alcohol service for Moonrise Kingdom, A League of Their Own, and Mamma Mia! For the remaining three films, guests 21+ are invited to bring their own alcohol. The series will include the following films:
May 26 | Moonrise Kingdom
Jun 16 | A League of Their Own
Jul 14 | Mamma Mia!
Aug 11 | Raising Arizona
Sep 1 | Knives Out
Oct 13 | Young Frankenstein

Benson Theater Happy Hour
2025-08-19 15:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-26 15:00 - 19:00 | Benson Theatre, 6054 Maple St, Omaha, NE, 68104, United States
Benson Theatre is leading the way to a new community space with doors open more frequently, ideas flowing more freely, and communities colliding for fun, innovation, and celebration. Bring your friends, coworkers, dates, or clients to our beautiful space for conversation, relaxation, collaboration, and creation every Tuesday 3-7pm. Featuring cocktails and mocktails you won’t find anywhere else in Omaha curated by our incredible Lead Bartender, Jenna Lacy. We look forward to hearing your ideas, perspectives, and dreams!

Silent Write
2025-08-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Yates Illuminates, 3260 Davenport St, Omaha, NE, 68131, United States
Join us for a dedicated silent space for writing!
Noisy neighbors? Fractious family? Come to the GPTC’s classroom at Yates, bring your laptop and some headphones and get some focus.
Converstion welcome in the hall, but once you cross the threshold. SHHHHHH…….
Contact Ellen Struve with any questions at estruve@gptcplays.com

Yoga in the Garden
2025-08-20 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
Breathe, get grounded, and enjoy gentle balancing & stretching movement in this Hatha Yoga class that honors the seasons. Take the time to unwind and treat your senses to the beauty of Lauritzen Gardens — a wonderful mid-week break for body, mind, and spirit. All levels and everybody welcome.
Bring whatever props (i.e., pillow, mat, cork blocks, bolster, eye-mask, blanket) that you feel are necessary in making your practice the most comfortable it can possibly be.
$15, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is required.
Happens on the following Dates:
Apr 2, 2025, 6:00pm to 7:00pm Timezone: CDT
Apr 9, 2025, 6:00pm to 7:00pm Timezone: CDT
Apr 16, 2025, 6:00pm to 7:00pm Timezone: CDT
Apr 30, 2025, 6:00pm to 7:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 7, 2025, 6:00pm to 7:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 14, 2025, 6:00pm to 7:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 21, 2025, 6:00pm to 7:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 28, 2025, 6:00pm to 7:00pm Timezone: CDT

Singing Insect Twilight Tour
2025-08-22 20:00 - 22:00 | Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
When the sun goes down, the high-pitched songs of crickets, katydids, grasshoppers, and cicadas are a prominent element of the summer landscape. Join Dr. Ted Burk for a guided evening exploration of the garden, when the insect chorale is at its peak. See what insects are active and learn to identify insects by their song. This tour includes a tram ride, but participants will be walking for the majority of the program. Pre-registration is required.
$25, $15 for garden members. Pre-registration is required.

Jitterbugs' Night Out
2025-08-22 20:00 - 23:59, 2025-08-29 20:00 - 23:59 | Eagles Ballroom, 201 S 24th St, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
Jitterbugs’ Night Out, or as we like to call it, JNO, has been home to Omaha Jitterbugs’ since 2001.
On average 130 people come to JNO each week, and it’s one of Omaha’s longest-running weekly events.
Masks are optional at JNO.
You don’t need to bring a partner. The weekly beginning dance lesson is from 8:15 – 9:00 and you can choose to rotate partners throughout the lesson or stick with the partner you came with. Then the DJ plays swingin’ tunes for social dancing from 9 p.m. until midnight, so ask people to dance! Check our calendar for nights with live music. Our instructors and DJs are volunteers with JIVE who have completed training.
Dressing sharp is encouraged! But you’ll see people in t-shirts, jeans, dresses, and suits. For special events and live music nights, people tend to dress nicer.
We’ve created a diverse and welcoming community: smoke-free, drug-free, and all ages are welcome. Children younger than 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Most nights more than 100 people attend. While the highest percentage of people attending are aged 19–39, dancers range from middle and high school students to retirees in their 70s and above. Check out our Code of Conduct.
You can bring in your own food and bottle for water. We provide free water because you WILL get thirsty. A full bar is available downstairs.
Join us for the Birthday Jam! After the announcements, around 10:15 pm, we gather in a circle on the dance floor and those who have a birthday (or graduation, or are newly engaged, or any special occasion!) stand in the middle. A song is played and different partners jump in to dance with you for a bit.
If you’d like to have a party during JNO, you are welcome! We suggest showing up at 8:00 pm if you need to set up a table for your party.
No party fees are charged.
For discounted entrance, learn about volunteering with JIVE!

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show
2025-08-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Double Tree Omaha Southwest, 3650 S. 72nd St., Omaha, NE, 68124, United States
North America’s largest interactive comedy true-crime murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!
Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional murder mystery dinner show. Our actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience! This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults.
Each ticket includes our signature award-winning true-crime mystery dinner theatre show, along with a full plated dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of surprises during the show.
Hosting a party or private event? We specialize in custom private events for companies, groups, and organizations of almost every size! We can host your event onsite at our public show location, or we can bring a show to your home, business, or venue.
Located at DoubleTree Hotel Omaha Southwest, 3650 S 72nd St, Omaha, NE 68124
Happens on the following Dates:
Jul 12, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
Jul 26, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
Aug 9, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
Aug 23, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT

PACE INTERACTIVE - Spellbound - The Magic of the Arts
2025-08-29 18:00 - 21:00 | Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center, 1001 South 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA, United States
Join PACE INTERACTIVE: Spellbound – Magic of the Arts – an evening of wonder and wizardry! Wander the halls of the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center and experience spell binding performances, captivating visual art, and flavorful culinary creations. This one-of-a-kind open house invites guests to celebrate the arts and the magic of community.
