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Omaha Events July 11, 2009

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Concerts
511544

Vibes at Village Pointe: Catch 22


Catch 22 performs a family-friendly concert in the Alegent Health Amphitheatre, complete with prize giveaways and balloon art for the kids. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs, and a picnic.
http://www.vil... teshopping.com
7/11/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Cost: Free

Village Pointe

168th Street and West Dodge Road
Omaha, NE68118


Exhibits
499203

Moneyville


Visitors can play the stock market, run a lemonade stand, model for a photo on a million dollar bill, and check out samples of currency from pounds to pesos at an exhibit that uses the fascinating subject of money to build math skills and economic expertise.
http://www.durhammuseum.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 5/23/09 - 9/6/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 3-19
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Durham Western Heritage Museum

801 South 10th Street
Omaha, NE68108


Exhibits
499183

Sesame Street Presents: The Body


An interactive exhibition gives kids a chance to find out what's under their skin. Kids learn how their bodies work and how to keep them healthy while hopping, running, jumping, and dancing their way through a hands-on Sesame Street adventure.
402.342.6164
http://www.ocm.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 5/23/09 - 9/6/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 2-10
Time: During museum hours
Cost: $4 plus museum admission

Omaha Children's Museum

500 South 20th Street
Omaha, NE68102


Exhibits
392488

65 Years of Golden Book Illustrations


Sixty masterpieces of original illustration art - chosen from the vast Random House archive - are featured in the exhibition, including examples from such picture-book classics as The Poky Little Puppy, Tootle, Home for a Bunny, The Kitten Who Thought He Was a Mouse, The Color Kittens, and I Can Fly.
402.342.3300
http://www.joslyn.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 6/13/09 - 9/6/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 3-19
Time: During museum hours.
Cost: Free with paid admission

Joslyn Art Museum

2200 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE68102


Farms & Gardens
586618

Omaha Farmers Market


Buy local. Eat fresh. Presented in Omahaâ??s colorful Old Market District, the Omaha Farmers Market offers the cityâ??s best selection of farm-fresh produce and meats as well as a wide variety of unique specialty items. Whether you come to shop, dine or socialize, thereâ??s something for everyone at the Market! Visit www.omahafarmersmarket.org for more information.

Ongoing Each 5/2/09 - 10/10/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Sat 8am-12:30am
Cost: Unknown



11th & Jackson Street
Omaha, NE68102


Library Programs
515369

Jeff Quinn's Magic and Fun


The magic man is back again with a must-see/ what's-up-his-sleeve adventure.
402.444.4811
http://www.oma... liclibrary.org
Ongoing Daily 7/10/09 - 7/25/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 1:30pm
Cost: Free

W. Dale Clark (Main) Library

215 South 15th Street
Omaha, NE68102


Ongoing Exhibits
228381

Wiggle Room


The museum's Wiggle Room offers developmentally appropriate and stimulating activities for children ages three and under, including bubble tubes, table-top activities, and a padded space for little ones learning to crawl and walk.
402.342.6164
http://www.ocm.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/3/07 - 7/7/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 0-3
Time: During regular museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Omaha Children's Museum

500 South 20th Street
Omaha, NE68102


Ongoing Exhibits
228385

Imagination Playground


Imagination takes flight in this space designed especially for children ages five and under. The exhibit features a collection of interactive areas, including Rainbow Farm, featuring a two-story farmhouse, life-size animals, and plants to harvest; OCM Engine House No. 1 with a firehouse, climbing structure, water-play area, and fire engine; and the Little Market, a grocery store where kids can shop, cashier, and learn about healthy eating choices.
402.342.6164
http://www.ocm.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/3/07 - 7/7/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 0-5
Time: During regular museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Omaha Children's Museum

500 South 20th Street
Omaha, NE68102


Ongoing Exhibits
228386

Charlie Campbell Science and Technology Center


The Charlie Campbell Science and Technology Center offers hands-on scientific fun, including the Super Gravitron with hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical sections; the Inventor's Workshop with gadgets inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's sketchbooks that kids can maneuver to create their own structures and a whirligig station; and Recollections, where kids can see their images projected onto a large screen and surrounded by high-definition patterns of color.
402.342.6164
http://www.ocm.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/3/07 - 7/7/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 2-10
Time: During regular museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Omaha Children's Museum

500 South 20th Street
Omaha, NE68102


Sports
406205

Twilight Skating


Twilight skating at Moylan features lights out with color tracer lights on the ice and a live DJ. The first 200 people in the door receive a ticket for nightly drawings for food, beverages, and discount skating. Skate rental is available.
402.431.0335
http://www.omahaice.com
Ongoing Each Sat 1/3/09 - 12/26/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 4-19
Time: 7:30pm-11pm
Cost: $6.50

Tim Moylan IcePlex

12550 West Maple Road
Omaha, NE68164


Workshops
499212

Savings Seminar


In conjunction with the Moneyville exhibit, kids learn the importance of saving and spending wisely. Each child who attends receives a $10 voucher, to be deposited into a First National Bank minor savings account, and a piggy bank, compliments of First National Bank.
http://www.durhammuseum.org
7/11/09

Ages: 8-12
Time: 1pm-2pm
Cost: Free with paid admission

Durham Museum

801 South 10th Street
Omaha, NE68108


Workshops
513450

Kids' Cooking Club


Participants can make four fun, healthy kid-friendly snacks (American Snackers, 4th of July Fruit Sparkler, Red, White & Blue Banana Split, and Independence Veggie Pizza) and also pick up tips about safety and kitchen etiquette. Advance registration and prepayment required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
402.493.0390
ajochum@hy-vee.com
http://www.hy-vee.com
7/11/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 2pm-3pm
Cost: $6/child

Hy-Vee

3410 North 156th Street
Omaha, NE68116


Workshops
515334

Breakfast with Elmo


Families eat a healthy breakfast, meet Elmo, and visit Sesame Street Presents: The Body!. Breakfast includes a sausage and egg breakfast casserole, mixed berry oat muffins, fruit, and a drink. Advance registration is required.
402..342.6164
groups@ocm.org
http://www.ocm.org
7/11/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-10am
Cost: Members $20; Non-members $25

Omaha Children's Museum

500 South 20th Street
Omaha, NE68102


Workshops
491654

The Tiny Seed (Ages 4-5)


Preschoolers can attend a zoo class themed around author Eric Carle's popular picture book. Advance registration and payment are required.
402.733.8400
http://www.omahazoo.com
Ongoing Daily 7/11/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 4-5
Time: 1pm-3pm
Cost: $12/Child

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo

3701 South 10th Street
Omaha, NE68107


Workshops
491664

Animal Masterpieces - Leopards (Ages 6-8)


Kids create a zoo-rific leopard-themed art piece. Advance registration and payment are required.
402.733.8400
http://www.omahazoo.com
7/11/09

Ages: 6-8
Time: 1pm-3pm
Cost: $12/Child

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo

3701 South 10th Street
Omaha, NE68107


Workshops
491670

The Foolish Tortise (Age 3)


Preschoolers and their accompanying adults can attend a zoo class themed around author Eric Carle's popular picture book. Advance registration and payment are required.
402.733.8400
http://www.omahazoo.com
Ongoing Daily 7/10/09 - 7/11/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 3-3
Time: 10am-11am
Cost: $10/Child-Adult Pair

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo

3701 South 10th Street
Omaha, NE68107


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