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Eileen Myles Reading
2025-10-08 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Milo Bail Student Center, 6203 S University Dr Rd N, Omaha, NE, 68132, United States
Join the UNO Writer’s Workshop for a reading by iconic poet and writer, Eileen Myles.
Eileen Myles (them/them, b. 1949) is a poet, novelist and art journalist as well as teacher and activist whose practice of vernacular first-person writing across genres has literally changed the game. They are the author of 25 books, including Chelsea Girls and a selected poems, I Must Be Living Twice. Myles has shown their photographs at Bridget Donahue in New York and in Provincetown, MA at Schoolhouse Gallery and in various international public installations. In 2019 Myles wrote and directed a super-8 puppet road film, “The Trip” (available on Youtube) and their most recent books are Pathetic Literature, an anthology which they edited and a “Working Life”, poems. They live in New York & in Marfa, TX.

La Calavera Catrina
2025-10-09 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-10 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-11 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-12 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-13 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-14 09:00 - 17:00 | 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.

The JW Jones Blues Band
2025-10-09 18:00 - 21:00 | The Granary Green, 5555 Granary Pl, Ralston, NE, 68127, United States
Billboard Top 10 Blues Artist, 2020 IBC Winner, and JUNO Nominee, Canadian singer/guitarist JW-Jones is known for his high-energy shows!
After winning “Best Guitarist” at the 2020 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Jones started working on his 12th release ‘Everything Now’ [May 26, 2023], an all-original project with special guest Jimmie Vaughan, and production by Gordie Johnson (Big Sugar).
“Songs! It’s all about the songs!” said the JUNO-nominated Jones, whose searing axemanship has been praised in recent years by legendary blues artists Buddy Guy and Chuck Leavell (The Rolling Stones). “While there are plenty of burning lead guitar solos, I wanted to open up and get more personal than ever with the lyrics. From the true story ‘Papa’s in the Pen’ to ‘When You Left’ that I sang with tears rolling down my cheeks about my mother’s passing, these are stories that I feel like I can finally share through my music.”
The frequent resident of Billboard’s Top 10 Blues charts and roots radio favourite continues to accelerate his career momentum to new heights, whether it’s as a personally requested sit-in with the likes of 8-time Grammy winner Buddy Guy, opening for blues-rock icon George Thorogood, or entertaining thrilled audiences in 23 countries and four continents.
www.jw-jones.com / @jwjonesblues
$15 at the door
Bring your lawnchairs
No outside food or drink

Taking Flight: The Eighth Wonder of the World
2025-10-09 19:00 - 21:00 | O’Donnell Lecture Hall, Cathedral Cultural Center, 3900 Webster St., Omaha, NE, 68131, United States
Omaha’s Bel Canto Duo celebrates the captivating Sandhill Crane migration in Nebraska with a blend of magical acoustic and electronic music created by oboist Darci Gamerl and cellist David Downing.
Experience the duo’s artistic storytelling, connection to place, the unique sound mirroring the vast skies over the prairie, and compelling visuals featuring the sheer grandeur of thousands of Sandhill Cranes in constant motion.
Reception following in the Sunderland Gallery of the Cathedral Cultural Center.

The Promise of Living: Handel, Vivaldi, Forrest and Copland with Resonance Festival Choir
2025-10-09 19:30 - 21:00 | Countryside Community Church, 13130 Faith Plz, Omaha, NE, 68144, United States
Experience Dan Forrest’s Requiem for the Living with Handel’s majestic coronation anthem, Zadok the Priest and Vivaldi’s beloved Gloria in a unique and vibrant treble setting of the traditional Latin hymn. Ending the program is Copland’s “The Promise of Living,” a cherished American quintet from The Tenderland celebrating the enduring values of hard work, harmony with the land and the profound joy of human connection.

Art Factory: After Dark Hot Shops Annual Fundraiser
2025-10-10 18:00 - 23:00 | Hot Shops Art Center, 1301 Nicholas St, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
We are throwing a party in the name of CREATIVITY & COMMUNITY! Step into the Art Factory–your all-access pass to the most colossal Hot Shops night of the year!
This isn’t just a fundraiser – it’s a full-on creative takeover. Wander through immersive installations, watch fiery live art in action, and jump in on hands-on art stations where you get to make your own. You will also get a chance to bid in the art auction, and hit a dance floor that won’t quit. Snap photos at every turn, fuel up with food, drinks, and Coneflower ice cream, then keep the energy going at the Factory After-Party with beats by DJ Angie Spence. Around every corner, there’s something new, bold, and unforgettable—because at Hot Shops, the art doesn’t just hang on the walls… it happens all around you.

KANEKO Soiree 2025
2025-10-10 18:30 - 22:30 | KANEKO, 1111 Jones St, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
kAn Evening of Art, Creativity, and Celebration
KANEKO’s signature fundraising event, Soirée, returns on Friday, October 10, 2025, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at its historic Old Market campus. This highly anticipated evening will feature curated food and drink, contemporary art, live music by local group Parfait, DJ Tyrone Storm, and a special performance by Grammy-nominated composer Andy Akiho with Sandbox Percussion.
Soirée supports KANEKO’s mission to spark creativity and build community through world-class exhibitions, creative residencies, and educational programming.
This year, Honorary Chair of the event is Dr. Joanne Li, CFA, Chancellor of the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Event Co-Chairs are Nicole and Nick Konen.
Event Details:
Date: Friday, October 10, 2025
Time: 6:30–10:30 p.m.
Location: KANEKO, 1111 Jones Street, Omaha, NE
Tickets: $150 General Admission
Sponsorship opportunities and tickets available at www.thekaneko.org/soiree.
Limited valet service will be provided at the corner of 11th and Jones Street. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request by emailing info@thekaneko.org at least 48 hours in advance.
About KANEKO: The KANEKO mission is to initiate, explore, support and promote creativity by providing opportunities to think differently, to develop innovative ideas and projects, and to share the creative process with others. Established by internationally renowned sculptor Jun Kaneko and his wife, arts administrator Ree Kaneko, KANEKO is conceived as an “open space for your mind” – a place where thoughtful examination of others’ ideas through exhibitions, programs,
and workshops facilitate a vital and evolving community.

KANEKO Soiree 2025
2025-10-10 18:30 - 22:30 | KANEKO, 1111 Jones St, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
KANEKO Soirée 2025
An Evening of Art & Creativity
Join us for the anticipated return of KANEKO Soirée on Friday, October 10, 2025. It’s a celebration of the creative spirit that pulses through our community, the bold ideas that challenge how we see the world, and the generous hearts that make our mission possible.
Expect lively music, visual art, silent auction, curated food and drink, and an evening shared in celebration of the impact of creativity in our community.
This annual fundraiser supports KANEKO’s mission to host world-class exhibitions, create transformative educational programming, and build a thriving creative community. Celebrate the incredible work KANEKO produces each year and honor our partners who make it all possible.
Honorary Chair:
Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, Chancellor, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Event Co-Chairs:
Nicole & Nick Konen

R.L. Stine's GOOSEBUMPS The Musical: Phantom of the Auditorium
2025-10-10 19:45 - 20:00, 2025-10-11 11:00 - 12:15, 2025-10-11 14:30 - 15:45, 2025-10-12 14:00 - 15:15 | The Rose Theater, 2001 Farnam St, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
Adapted for the stage with Book and Lyrics by John Maclay
Music and Lyrics by Danny Abosch
Orchestrations and Arrangements by Danny Abosch
Book, Lyrics, Songs, All Arrangements & All Orchestrations ©2016. 2017 Scholastic Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved
The students of Woods Mill Middle School really love to put on a show. But Ms. Walker has chosen a spooky script—the one that her great grandmother tried to stage but was never performed because of mysterious mayhem plaguing rehearsals? And what about that never-used creepy trap door with an elevator to the dark tunnels below the stage—is it even safe? And what about the strange–and strangely evil–voices that echo in the theater, and the wickedly weird things that keep happening during every single rehearsal? Join the fright-filled fun—just in time for Halloween!—as the cast of “The Phantom of the Auditorium” tries to survive until Opening Night in this tale of musical mayhem from the mind of R.L. Stine. We’ve heard of “Stage Fright!” but—SERIOUSLY—this is ridiculous!
The Rose Theater is conjuring up more than just a show – we’re brewing a whole cauldron of thrills!
For this Goosebumps adventure, your ticket unlocks free pre- and post-show fun: strut in our costume parade, craft creepy-cute creations, wander a kid-friendly graveyard, dare to reach into mystery bins, snap haunted photos, meet the cast, and uncover ghostly surprises around every corner. It’s a spooktacular Goosebumps experience from the first eerie step into the theater to the final chilling bow! Costumes encouraged for this show!
This event runs from Oct 10, 2025 through Oct 26, 2025, every:
Friday: 6:30pm – 7:45pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Saturday: 11:00am – 12:15pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Saturday: 2:30pm – 3:45pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Sunday: 2:00pm – 3:15pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)

Jitterbugs' Night Out
2025-10-10 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!

DIVA: A Love Letter to the Legends
2025-10-10 21:00 - 22:00 | Benson Theatre, 6054 Maple St, Omaha, NE, 68104, United States
DIVA: A Love Letter to the Legends
Join acclaimed bass Matthew Anchel for a dazzling evening of song, story, and soul in DIVA — a cabaret celebration of the iconic women who shaped his voice and spirit.
Oct. 10 | 9:00PM | Benson Theater
Bass Matthew Anchel makes his Opera Omaha debut as Don Basilio in Il barbiere di Siviglia. Recent performances include The Metropolitan Opera’s season opener Grounded by Jeanine Tesori, Bartolo in Il barbiere di Siviglia with Minnesota Opera, The King in Aida with both Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and Opera Maine, and The Grand Inquisitor in Don Carlo with the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestra. Upcoming engagements include returns to The Metropolitan Opera for The Magic Flute and Andrea Chenier, as well as a debut with the Nederlandse Reisopera in the world premiere of To Die For by Elena Langer. A versatile artist equally at home on the stage and in the studio, Mr. Anchel maintains a thriving private voice studio in New York City. He can be seen making his television debut on Season 29 of Worst Cooks in America on Food Network and has performed for years at various cabaret venues around New York City. Praised for his rich tone and commanding presence, Anchel continues to bring depth and distinction to roles across the operatic and symphonic repertoire.

THE ENCAMPMENTS
2025-10-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Benson Theatre, 6054 Maple St, Omaha, NE, 68104, United States
THE ENCAMPMENTS is a documentary film that chronicles the 2024 Gaza Solidarity Encampments at Columbia University in New York City. The panel discussion that follows features Columbia encampment participants of various faith traditions, providing a unique, intimate, faith-based angle on the nationwide student movements in solidarity with Palestine.

Plein Air Watercolor Class
2025-10-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
Join artist Keegan Baker for a plein air watercolor class at Lauritzen Gardens. Perfect for adults and beginners, this class offers a unique opportunity to paint outdoors, capturing the beauty of the garden’s landscapes. Learn foundational watercolor techniques in a relaxed, nature-filled setting and leave with a finished piece of art. No experience necessary, just bring your creativity!
Pre-registration is required. $55, $45 garden members.

Hocak Arts Hour
2025-10-11 11:00 - 12:00 | UNO Strauss Performing Arts Center, 6305 University Dr N, Omaha, NE, 68182, United States
This is a community sharing event of the collaboration among culture bearers, composers, and music educators funded by an Arts Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
We invite the public to come listen, learn, and participate as the project leaders share their experiences and lead activities revolving around a Nebraska Ho-Chunk story. Resources for K-12 teachers will be available for free.

Conversation with NEA Jazz Master Terence Blanchard
2025-10-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Malcolm X Foundation, 3448 Evans St, Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
The Event: A Conversation with Terence Blanchard: Scoring Malcolm X
Theme: Celebrating Malcolm X’s centennial, Andrea Joy Pearson will facilitate a powerful dialogue with Terence Blanchard, featuring Ananias “Markey” Montague, to explore Blanchard’s Malcolm X Jazz Suite and its impact on music and social justice.
Blanchard is widely celebrated as Spike Lee’s longtime collaborator (composing for films like Malcolm X, BlacKkKlansman, and Da 5 Bloods), a 6x Grammy® Award winner, and the first Black composer to have an opera performed at the Metropolitan Opera (Fire Shut Up in My Bones).
Key Details for Listing/PSA:
Who: NEA Jazz Master Terence Blanchard, facilitated by Andrea Joy Pearson and featuring Ananias “Markey” Montague.
When: This Saturday, October 11, at 11:00 AM.
Where: Malcolm X Foundation.
Admission: Free with required RSVP: [https://ticketomaha.com/events/scoring-malcolm-x-q-and-a-with-terence-blanchard-1zyr]
This is a powerful opportunity for the Omaha community to engage with one of the most important composers of our time. We would be incredibly grateful if KVNO could include this in your community calendar or offer a brief public service announcement before Saturday.

Intro to Sourdough: A Hands-On Bread Making Workshop
2025-10-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
In this beginner-friendly class with Mindy Kneifl of Sourdough Bliss, you’ll learn how to make delicious sourdough bread step by step—from caring for a starter, to mixing, shaping, and baking your own loaf.
You will leave with:
• Your own established sourdough starter
• A loaf of bread you made, ready to take home and bake
• A printed guide to help you keep baking confidently on your own
We will also sample freshly baked sourdough during the class, so come hungry and ready to dive into the magic of wild yeast and fermentation! This workshop is perfect for beginners—no prior experience needed. Pre-registration is required. $65, $55 for garden members.
Programs are designed for ages 16+
Happens on the following Dates:
Oct 12, 2025, 1:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Nov 2, 2025, 1:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jan 25, 2026, 1:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)

Bluebarn Theatre Presents: What the Constitution Means to Me by Heidi Schreck
2025-10-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Bluebarn Theater, 1106 So 10th Street, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
A powerful and witty play by Heidi Schreck, exploring how the U.S. Constitution has shaped—and sometimes failed—four generations of women.
BLUEBARN THEATRE Presents:
What The Constitution Means To Me
By Heidi Schreck
September 25 – October 12, 2025
Featuring Katie Becker Colón
Directed by Susan Clement
Back by popular demand-freedom’s still in session!
What the Constitution Means to Me is a powerful and witty play about belonging and identity. It explores how the U.S. Constitution has shaped—and sometimes failed—four generations of women in her family. Using humor and personal stories, Schreck reveals how the Constitution often leaves out women, immigrants, and marginalized groups, making belonging uncertain. It challenges audiences to rethink who truly belongs in America and invites us all to help rewrite the rules so everyone has a place at the table.
Cast:
Heidi: Katie Becker Colón, Legionnaire: Jon Hickerson, Debater: Anna Conway, Kiley Melean
Creatives:
Stage Manager: Nic Jansen, Original Scenic Designer : Lisa TenHulzen , Lighting and Sound Designer: Bill Kirby, Props Designer: Amy Reiner, Original Costume Designer: Jocelyn Reed, Debater Designer: Denise Ervin, Sound Board Op: Mindy Cotner, Scenic Artist: Craig Lee, Master Carpenter and Electrician: Shane Staiger
Performances & Tickets
September 25th – October 12th, 2025
Thurs-Sat @ 7:30pm | Wed Oct 8th @ 7:30pm | Sun Sep 28th @ 6:00pm | Sun Oct 5th @ 2:00pm & 6:00pm | Sun Oct 12th @ 2:00pm |
ASL Performance: Fri Oct 3rd @ 7:30pm
Audio Description: Sept 28 & Oct 5 @ 6:00pm
General Admission ($45), Educator | Healthcare | Military ($40), BLUCREW ($30) purchase tickets here or by calling the box office Monday – Friday, 10 am – 4 pm @ 402-345-1576
No Refunds Available.

North Omaha Music and Arts Weekly Music Sessions
2025-10-13 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
2025-10-13 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
2025-10-14 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!

Cacao Ceremony Meditation
2025-10-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
The use of ceremonial cacao is designed to help bring you to the present day, relax and renew your mind, body and spirit. We encourage participants to lean into this experience and detach from the tasks and programs that may keep you feeling limited.
The ceremony is a spiritual and meditative event lasting 90 minutes, with a focus on releasing negative energy to increase relaxation, creativity, and focus. It is centered around the consumption of ceremonial grade cacao, a gentle plant medicine (think hot chocolate) that is full of essential minerals and rich in antioxidants like flavonoids that help protect the body from oxidative stress and inflammation. During the ceremony the cacao is chopped and melted into a drink to be sipped on, accompanied by a combination of guided meditation, breath work, and journaling.
Please note: Cacao intake is not recommended if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or if you have a heart condition or complex medical condition. Tea will be provided upon request.
Cost: $25 | Garden members: $20
What to bring:
– Come to the event in comfy clothes. We will be sitting on the floor or in the grass, so please bring a yoga mat or blanket if that will make you more comfortable.
– A small item/token that reminds you of love/joy
– Water bottle
– A journal will be provided, but if you have your own that is special to you please bring it with you
Programs are designed for ages 16+

Silent Write
2025-10-14 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
