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Ken Ludwig's Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
2024-03-21 19:30, 2024-03-20 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE, 68132
Packed with quick changes and zany characters, Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville is a must-see mystery. Five actors play more than 40 characters to bring this classic novel to life. Sherlock Holmes and Watson are on a mission to solve the family curse of the Baskervilles. An energetic and thrilling rendition of the famous Sherlock Holmes mystery, this classic whodunit is a complete delight from start to finish.

Cabaret
2024-03-21 19:30 | Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE, 68132
Winner of 12 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Revival, Cabaret is one of the most groundbreaking musicals of the 20th Century. Set in Germany as the Nazi party gains power, the iconic Emcee welcomes audiences (“Willkommen”) to the seedy Kit Kat Klub where performer Sally Bowles has a rendezvous with an American writer. You’ll be transported to another time with iconic songs such as “Maybe this Time” and “Cabaret.”
Disclaimer: Contains adult situations.

Fontenelle Forest Photo Club
2024-03-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Fontenelle Forest, 1111 Bellevue Blvd, North Bellevue, NE, 68005, United States
The Fontenelle Forest Photo Club meets on the third Thursday of the month (except June, July and August). Guests are always welcome!
Photo Club Membership is open to anyone interested in photography, beginner to advanced, who is a member of Fontenelle Forest. Annual dues are $12 for an individual and $20 for a family.
For additional details or questions, please visit FontenelleForestPhotoClub.org
MEETINGS AT FONTENELLE FOREST NATURE CENTER: MARCH 21, APRIL 18, SEPTEMBER 21, OCTOBER 19, NOVEMBER 16, DECEMBER 21
MEETINGS AT CAMP BREWSTER: MAY 16
MEETING TIME: 6:30-8:30 PM

Botanical Gelli-Print Painting
2024-03-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
Join us to capture the delicate details of leaves and flowers through Gelli printing. In this art form, creators layers acrylic paint on a flexible plate using organic materials to make interesting shapes and textures. Led by Ariel Shearer, each student will learn Gelli printing techniques and make 3-5 prints of their own design to take home. $35, $25 for garden members.

Wheel Throwing Basics (2 Part)
2024-03-21 17:30 - 19:30 | The Union for Contemporary Art, 2423 North 24th Street, Omaha, NE, 68110, United States
NOTE: This is a two part workshop. You must be able to attend both parts of the workshop.
Learn the basics of ceramic wheel throwing! Each participant will be provided clay and will learn the basics of centering, and creating a cylinder!
Part 1: Thursday, Mar 21, 2023 // 5:30pm-7:30pm
Part 2: Thursday, Mar 28, 2023 // 5:30pm-7:30pm
$50 Workshop Fee
Instructor: Garet Reynek
Participants must be 18 and older.
To learn about COVID precautions at The Union, please CLICK HERE.
To learn more about our building, including a 3D tour of the space, CLICK HERE.

Sewing Machine Basics (2 Part)
2024-03-21 17:30 - 19:30 | NE
NOTE: This is a two part workshop. You must be able to attend both parts of the workshop.
Learn how to use a basic sewing machine and a serger sewing machine in this two part workshop! Scrap fabric will be provided!
Part 1: Thursday, Mar 21, 2023 // 5:30pm-7:30pm
Part 2: Thursday, Mar 28, 2023 // 5:30pm-7:30pm
$50 Workshop fee
Instructor: Teri Coolidge
Participants must be 18 and older.
To learn about COVID precautions at The Union, please CLICK HERE.
To learn more about our building, including a 3D tour of the space, CLICK HERE.

"Unleashed" by Kim Darling
2024-03-21 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-03-20 09:00 - 13:00 | Ming Toy Gallery, 6066 Maple St, Omaha, NE, 68104, United States
In the anarchic realm of punk culture where chaos intertwines with creativity, “Unleashed” emerges as a fearless declaration of individuality and resistance. Rejecting societal norms, this collection of artworks thrives on the disruptive energy that fuels the essence of punk illustration. Each piece pulsates with a visceral and raw intensity that captivates and challenges.
Its side-eye view of interspecies justice echoes the punk ethos of rebellion against all forms of oppression. The exhibition boldly interrogates hierarchical structures that unfairly elevate humanity above other species, passionately advocating for a more inclusive and equitable world. Through visually arresting narratives that blur the lines between human and non-human, “Unleashed” envisions a future where every voice, regardless of species, is not only heard but profoundly respected.
Darling’s vibrant dialogue invites viewers to confront discomfort, embrace dissent and partake in a collective conversation that transcends societal boundaries.
“Unleashed” stands as a powerful rallying cry for a world where individuality reigns supreme and justice knows no bounds. The energy of rebellion and creativity illuminates a path toward a more liberated and interconnected world.

SAMUEL BAK ART + MUSIC + LECTURE SERIES
2024-03-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Samuel Bak Museum, 2289 S 67th St, Omaha, NE, 68106, United States
”Bak & Bacon: Representing postwar angst” by Alexandra Cardon
Claire James, Paige Michaud, & Christine Beard, flutes; music by Ludwig van Beethoven
Performing music by a German composer may seem to be an ill-fitted choice for this lecture series. However, the Jewish musicians imprisoned in concentration camps across Europe during WWII continued to perform works by those considered to be the “great” German composers – including Beethoven, Bach, Brahms, Mahler, and Strauss – during their incarceration, using whatever instruments they had available. In homage to those resilient musicians, Claire, Paige and Dr. Beard will perform an arrangement of Beethoven’s Trio in D Major, Op.87 masterfully scored for 2 flutes and alto flute by the Jewish American flutist (and Beard’s former teacher) Karl F. Kraber.

Curator Talk
2024-03-21 17:00 | Samuel Bak Museum, 2289 S 67th St, Omaha, NE, 68106, United States
Curator Talks begin with a performance by UNO flute students at 5:15 P.M. Claire James, Paige Michaud, & Christine Beard will perform flute music by Ludwig van Beethoven reminiscent of Jewish musicians imprisoned in WWII concentration camps across Europe performed works by German composers on whatever instruments were available. The flute performance is followed by a lecture by SBMLC Chief Curator Alexandra Cardon at 6:00 P.M. This Thursday evening lecture will be presented on a Bak and Bacon: Representing Postwar Angst as it relates to the current exhibition Becoming a Witness: From Abstraction to Figuration. RSVP required.

UNO Maverick String Quartet-in-Residence at Nebraska Medicine's Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center
2024-03-21 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-03-19 12:00 - 13:30 | Fred and Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, 505 S 45th St, Omaha, NE, 68105, United States
In partnership with the University of Nebraska Medicine’s Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center Healing Arts program, the Maverick Quartet is pleased to serve as Quartet-in-Residence. All performances take place at 12:15pm, at Nebraska Medicine’s Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center lobby, 505 S. 45th Street.

ACG 2024 Emerging Artists Exhibition
2024-03-21 11:00 - 20:00, 2024-03-20 11:00 - 20:00 | Artists’ Cooperative Gallery, 405 S 11th St, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
For the month of March, the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery welcomes you to our 2024 Emerging Artists Exhibition. An “emerging artist” is defined as someone who is early-on in the art career. These eleven featured artists, who are all local to the Midwest, were selected based upon their high levels of craftsmanship, creativity, and originality. They also represent a wide range of artistic pursuits: drawing in pencil, marker, and ink; painting in watercolors, gouache, oils, and acrylics; printmaking; found-object assemblage; and sculpting in wood, bronze, and ceramics.
Visitors to the gallery will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite artist in the show – the artist with the most votes by show closing will win the “Best in Show Award.” The prize consists of a three-month apprenticeship with ACG and a space to display their work in the gallery during that time.
Exhibition runs February 27-March 31.

Mudpies
2024-03-21 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-03-19 09:30 - 11:00 | Fontenelle Forest, 1111 Bellevue Blvd, North Bellevue, NE, 68005, United States
Looking for a unique setting in which to have fun with your child while learning about the natural world?
Mudpies is a structured program for children ages 3-5 that encourages exploration of nature and interaction between a child and their caregiver. Each week, a natural science theme is explored through crafts, outdoor exploration, songs, stories, hikes and more! Each session will feature a different craft or activity, along with storytime and a guided hike. Come discover the joy of sharing nature with your child!
This program is for children ages 3-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Mother Nature Manipulated by Julie Koch
2024-03-21 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-20 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-19 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-18 09:00 - 17:00 | Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
February 28 through April 99 a.m. to 5 p.m.On the gallery walls in the visitor and education centerIncluded with paid admission or garden membership. $15 + tax, $9 + tax for ages 3-12, free for ages 2 and under.Julie Koch has used different digital techniques to create unique images of flora and fauna. These images are all from original photos that have been manipulated in Photoshop. Some of the originals are nothing much to look at, but once doctored, give a stunning view of nature with different colors and contrast.About the ArtistJulie Koch retired in 2023 after a 40-year-plus career in journalism. Now she spends her free time taking photos and creating unique images, including of her Arabian horses. Her images, both original and manipulated digitally, have been popular and hang in people’s homes. See lessHappens on the following Dates:Feb 28, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTFeb 29, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 1, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 2, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 3, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 4, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 5, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 6, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 7, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 8, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 9, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 10, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 11, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 12, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 13, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 14, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 15, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 16, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 17, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 18, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 19, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 20, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 21, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 22, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 23, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 24, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 25, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 26, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 27, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 28, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 29, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTMar 30, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTApr 1, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTApr 2, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTApr 3, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTApr 4, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTApr 5, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTApr 6, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTApr 7, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTApr 8, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CSTApr 9, 2024, 9:00am to 5:00pm CST

Benalto Film Series: The Women Who Ran
2024-03-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Benson Theatre, 6054 Maple St, Omaha, NE, 68104, United States
Celebrate Women’s History Month with local filmmaker’s screening of The Women Who Ran! Hosted by the Women’s Voter League of Nebraska, this film celebrates the women who ran for local office in 2021 and the community they serve!

Local Author Celebration Series: John Dechant
2024-03-20 17:00 | Joslyn Castle, 3902 Davenport St, Omaha, NE, 68131, United States
Castle & Cathedral District presents:
Local Author Celebration Series
March Author: John Dechant
Cost: Free
When: Wed, March 20 Doors open at 5pm // event begins at 5:30
Age: All ages welcome!
Where: Joslyn Castle Carriage House, 3902 Davenport Street, Omaha, NE 68131
Get to know local authors in an intimate environment as they share their inspirations and writing processes with us! In March, we’re thrilled to welcome John Dechant, partner at Legacy Preservation and longtime Joslyn Castle supporter.

About John:
John Dechant is the author of Little Poison: Paul Runyan, Sam Snead, and a Long-Shot Upset at the 1938 PGA Championship. He has played golf since childhood but only recently began writing about it.
In 2016 Dechant wrote Scoreless: Omaha Central, Creighton Prep, and Nebraska’s Greatest High School Football Game, published by the University of Nebraska Press. The book was named one of “12 Really Good New Sports Books” by the Christian Science Monitor. After the publication of Scoreless, MaxPreps named the 1960 game the book was based on the greatest tie game in high school football history. In 2017, Dechant wrote The Fraternalist, a biography of his grandfather, Virgil C. Dechant.
In 2021 Dechant profiled the topsy-turvy career of professional golfer Phil Rodgers in an article that was published in issue No. 15 of The Golfer’s Journal. In the course of researching that story, Dechant rediscovered Paul Runyan, Rodgers’ late golf instructor, who he remembered reading about in his youth. That detour led him to plunge headfirst into a study of Runyan’s life and his dramatic upset over Sam Snead at the 1938 PGA Championship.
Today, Dechant lives in Omaha with his wife and children. He is the president of Legacy Preservation, a specialty publishing firm that helps families and businesses across the country preserve their history in book form. He is a graduate of Creighton University, where he received a journalism degree in 2005 and a master’s degree in 2008. While at Creighton he was a member of the men’s golf team. In 2005 he received the team’s “Most Inspirational Player” award.

Keeping an Illustrated Garden Journal-
2024-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
TWO SESSIONSLearn to make a paper journal as a record of your garden or as an observation of the natural world around you. In this workshop, you’ll be invited to slow down, tune in to the experience of the garden, and sketch to relax. Each class will make their paper journals, learn the technique to make more at home, and fill their journals with beautiful illustrations and foraged nature.Pre-registration is required. $65, $55 for garden members.Happens on the following Dates in Sessions of Two:
Winter:Feb 6, 2024, 6:00pm to 8:00pm CDTFeb 7, 2024, 6:00pm to 8:00pm CDT
Spring:March 19, 2024, 6:00pm to 8:00pm CDTMarch 20, 2024, 6:00pm to 8:00pm CDT
Late Summer:Jul 17, 2024, 6:00pm to 8:00pm CDTJul 18, 2024, 6:00pm to 8:00pm CDT

Let's Talk Dirt-y! - A Class on Creating Soil Mixes
2024-03-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Iowa Western Dodge Hall, Circle Dr, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503, United States
Join Nick Bonham with Lucky Toad Restorative Gardens to learn how to make your own soil mix for growing vegetables and native plants.
Tuesday, March 19
5:30-7:30pm
Iowa Western Dodge Hall – Council Bluffs
Event is FREE but registration is required
email lance@goldenhillsrcd.org to register

Local Author Celebration Series: John Dechant
2024-03-19 17:30 - 19:00 | Joslyn Castle, 3902 Davenport St, Omaha, NE, 68131, United States
Get to know local authors in an intimate environment as they share their inspirations and writing processes with us! In March, we’re thrilled to welcome John Dechant, partner at Legacy Preservation and longtime Joslyn Castle supporter.
About John:
John Dechant is the author of Little Poison: Paul Runyan, Sam Snead, and a Long-Shot Upset at the 1938 PGA Championship. He has played golf since childhood but only recently began writing about it.
In 2016 Dechant wrote Scoreless: Omaha Central, Creighton Prep, and Nebraska’s Greatest High School Football Game, published by the University of Nebraska Press. The book was named one of “12 Really Good New Sports Books” by the Christian Science Monitor. After the publication of Scoreless, MaxPreps named the 1960 game the book was based on the greatest tie game in high school football history. In 2017, Dechant wrote The Fraternalist, a biography of his grandfather, Virgil C. Dechant.
Learn more on the event website!

Women, Wives, and Warriors: The Role of Women in Judaism, Christianity & Islam
2024-03-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Tri-Faith Center, 13136 Faith Plaza, Omaha, NE, 68154, United States
Islam, Judaism, and Christianity have all faced challenges due to the development of religious rhetoric that promotes the racialization of individuals, their faith, and culture.
When certain interpretations start to strip away humanity, it can create a negative spotlight on traits that challenge traditional gender norms. This leads to acts of violence against women’s identity, voice, and leadership roles.
This presentation by Dr. Safiyyah El-Amin aims to initiate a discussion on women’s roles in Torah and Shariah law and reflects on how racializing gender roles mirrors the racialization experienced by African American women.
By distinguishing between roles and duties, it calls for a shift from everyday routines to spiritual obligations, denouncing oppressive structures, breathing new life into communities, and nurturing progress.
Event will be held digitally, via Zoom. Registration required.

ACG 2024 Emerging Artists Exhibition
2024-03-19 11:00 - 17:00 | Artists’ Cooperative Gallery, 405 S 11th St, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
For the month of March, the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery welcomes you to our 2024 Emerging Artists Exhibition. An “emerging artist” is defined as someone who is early-on in the art career. These eleven featured artists, who are all local to the Midwest, were selected based upon their high levels of craftsmanship, creativity, and originality. They also represent a wide range of artistic pursuits: drawing in pencil, marker, and ink; painting in watercolors, gouache, oils, and acrylics; printmaking; found-object assemblage; and sculpting in wood, bronze, and ceramics.
Visitors to the gallery will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite artist in the show – the artist with the most votes by show closing will win the “Best in Show Award.” The prize consists of a three-month apprenticeship with ACG and a space to display their work in the gallery during that time.
Exhibition runs February 27-March 30.

Acorn Academy
2024-03-19 09:30 - 11:00 | Fontenelle Forest, 1111 Bellevue Blvd, North Bellevue, NE, 68005, United States
Fontenelle Forest is excited to announce our new homeschool program, Acorn Academy! Homeschool students six years and older are invited to learn at the Forest on select Tuesday mornings!
Students will engage with a variety of nature-based topics through science experiments, creative writing, group projects, crafts and more. Our program materials, activities and lessons are designed to accommodate students of a variety of ages and learning styles.
At the Acorn Academy, students are encouraged to follow their interests, explore nature and make new friends!
WHEN: Select Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
AGE: This program is for children ages 6 and older.
LOCATION: Fontenelle Forest Nature Center Cafeteria
PROGRAM FEE: $8 per child. Members must sign in to receive discount. Non-member price: $8 per child + daily admission. Pre-registration is required.
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 10
Registration is available by individual session – OR – you can also sign up for a full month of Acorn Academy at a time!
Please see our most recent COVID-19 guidelines here.

Botanical Design
2024-03-18 18:00 - 19:30 | NE
Make beautiful floral designs to display at home or provide as a gift. Each workshop has its own unique theme which allows you to enjoy a new experience each time you participate. Participants will learn basic floral design skills that can be used to create all types of arrangements. No floral design knowledge or experience is necessary. All supplies are included. To ensure the freshest, longest-lasting arrangements, our designers select flowers from the warehouse the week of class to fit the class theme.Making Space (1/22/24)
Work with mixed flowers, we will go over tips and strategies to design flowers in a big and showy way.
The Strength of Pink (3/18/24)
In March, we recognize International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month. In celebration, participants in this class will create an arrangement themed to honor that iconic lady from Malibu who had a lifetime of fun and careers. This fresh arrangement will fit right into your dream house.
Tax Day, Relaxy Day (4/15/24)
This month’s class gives participants the chance to recharge at the end of Tax Day with aromatic flowers and varieties of value- silver dollar eucalyptus, stock, diamond Limonium, Lysimachia, and more, all arranged in a copper vase.
May Day (4/30/24)
This class will get participants prepared for May Day, as they create 3 petite, fresh arrangements to hang on doors on May 1Pre-registration is required one week prior to each class. $65, $55 for garden members.Instructor: Karen Vice of Fancy Plants Flowers and Design, LLC
