The Open Source Makers Club turn their talents to Christmas sweaters. Is there one holiday tradition that can’t be updated by technology?
Event is at 4pm. Registration is required at http://omahalibrary.org.
Swanson Library
9101 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, NE 68114
(402) 444-4852
This day marks the death of Joel Roberts Poinsett, who introduced the flower to America in the 1800s. The first 100 families to attend will receive a free poinsettia, and docents will be on hand to answer questions about the Mexican flower. Hours are 9am-5pm, and admission is $10 for adults, $5 for kids from 6-12, and free to kids under 6 and members.
Lauritzen Gardens
100 Bancroft St
Omaha, NE 68108
(402) 346-4002
http://www.lauritzengardens.org/
Make Christmas cards that light up. Event begins at 4:30pm and requires advance registration.
Sorensen Library
4808 Cass St.
Omaha, NE 68132
(402) 444-5274
Step back to the night of Jesus’ birth with activities designed for ages preschool to sixth grade from 2-4pm.
Luther Memorial Lutheran Church
1031 Sunset Trail
Omaha, NE 68132
http://www.lmlutheranchurch.org
Come sharpen your craft skills at 1:30pm.
Abrahams Library
5111 N. 90th St.
Omaha, NE 68134
(402) 444-6284
Don’t miss this Omaha event next Friday, December 8, 2017 from 4:00-6:30 PM at the Hot Shops Art Center to benefit the Omaha Home for Boys.
An open house style event with:
Networking
Appetizers and drinks
Donor Prize Drawings
Insightful Presentations
Cost: Free, with optional donations to Omaha Home for Boys
The Hot Shops Art Center
1301 Nicholas Street
Omaha, NE 68102
(402) 342-6452
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/friends-of-frannet-year-end-celebration-tickets-39089236960
Santa and two of his reindeer will take test runs in Omaha from 10am-2pm. Children will see reindeer up close in the heated tent – and parents are welcome to take photos to capture the holiday memory. Santa and his elves will be on hand providing hot cocoa and scrumptious cookies.
Bel Air Plaza
120th & W Center Rd
Omaha, NE 68144
The Hip Hop Nutcracker reimagines the classic through explosive hip hop choreography. A dozen dancers, a DJ, and an electric violinist bring the traditional story to life in modern-day New York City.
Orpheum Theater
409 S 16th St
Omaha, NE 68102
(402) 345-0606
https://www.ticketomaha.com/Productions/the-hip-hop-nutcracker
Get your holiday shopping done all in one spot as Discover Omaha and Yelp present a unique holiday shopping event with 30 local vendors presenting artisan products and foods made locally in Omaha. While you shop, get your caffeine fix at the Holiday Coffee Bar or order a holiday cocktail. Hours are 10am-4pm.
Hotel RL
3321 S. 72nd Street
Omaha, NE 68124
(888) 99-OMAHA
Enjoy an afternoon filled with the magic and wonder of Christmas at locations throughout campus! Share your Christmas wish with Santa Claus, visit Santa’s reindeer, decorate sugar cookies, make Christmas crafts, enjoy Irish Dancers, and more from 1-5pm.
Boys Town
137th & W Dodge Rd
Boys Town, NE 68010
(402) 498-1141
http://www.boystown.org/village/Pages/christmas-festival.aspx
