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Omaha Events July 14, 2009

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Concerts
509434

Tempo of Twilight: Southpaw Bluegrass Band


Families can relax and listen the energetic bluegrass of Southpaw Bluegrass at Lauritzen Gardens' annual outdoor concert series. Weather permitting, concerts are held outdoors. Because of rain or extreme heat, concerts may be moved to the indoor floral display hall. Guests are allowed to bring chairs or blankets, food, and beverages. The gift shop is open and the café serves an abbreviated menu.
402.346.4002
http://www.lauritzengardens.org
7/14/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 6pm-8pm
Cost: Free with paid admission

Lauritzen Gardens - Omaha's Botanical Gardens

100 Bancroft Street
Omaha, NE68108


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


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


Ongoing Storytimes
328963

Pottery Barn Kids Book Club


Kids of all ages are invited to storytime at Pottery Barn Kids every Tuesday. Members receive an official Book Club card at their first storytime and a special gift after attending five Book Club events.
303.466.8336
http://www.potterybarnkids.com
Ongoing Each Tue 7/11/06 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 10am-10:30am
Cost: Free

Pottery Barn Kids

120 Regency ParkwayRegency Court
Omaha, NE68114


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