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| What's In Bloom? |
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| Current highlights include: irises, herbaceous peonies and intersectional peonies, baptisia, white fringe tree, allium, viburnums, blue star, shrub roses, mountain bluet, wisteria, and more! |
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April 4 through May 29, 2023 |
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| In the Gallery: Beyond the Golden Garden Wall by Anthony Deon Brown |
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| Anthony Deon paints surrealistic imagery in acrylic on canvas, predominantly occupied by an array of colorful subjects with simple, but intense color palettes. This show gives the viewer a sneak peek into what Deon sees when he closes his eyes, finding peace and tranquility in a place in his mind called "Garden of Dhya." |
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April 28 through October 15 |
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| Glass in Flight 2 by Alex Heveri |
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| Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's plant collection. Don't miss this informative, engaging, and enchanting swarm of sculptures! Included with paid garden admission. FREE for garden members. |
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May 13 through June 23, 2023 |
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| StoryWalk®: "The Life Cycle of a Butterfly" |
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| Take a stroll through the arboretum and learn how butterflies transform from eggs to adults. Following along with the story “The Life Cycle of a Butterfly” by Colleen Sexton, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or membership. |
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June 1 through July 23, 2023 |
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| In the Gallery: Landscapes by Reagan D. Pufall |
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| Documenting landscapes has long been a reason for
artists to explore their country. While focusing on the roads, fields, and vistas rather than on buildings or figures, Pufall’s photographs acknowledge the presence and influence of humanity. Through our control of fire, agriculture, and technology we have become a shaper of, rather than
just a figure in the landscape. |
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Monday, June 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Monday, June 12 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Sunday, June 11 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
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| Omaha Rose Society's Rose Day and Show |
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| Join the Omaha Rose Society for their annual Rose Day and Show, to promote the culture and appreciation of the rose. Gardeners from throughout the region will exhibit a variety of superb rose blooms grown in their home gardens. Guests can also explore the rose garden to see more than 200 cultivars of garden roses and visit with rosarians to learn about roses and their care. |
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Tuesday, June 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. |
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| Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series featuring New Humans |
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| Enjoy a harmonious blend of music and nature at the 2023 Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series. Relax in the summer garden as the sounds of local bands fill the air. Picnics are welcome at this event, dinner will also be available for purchase from Abraham Catering. The seating area is limited and opens at 4 p.m. |
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Wednesday, June 21 at 7 p.m. |
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| Summer Solstice Lecture: "Beauty of the Wild" with Darrel Morrison |
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| This detailed lecture will present the people and places that have influenced or inspired Darrel Morrison throughout his 50+ year career teaching and designing nature-based landscapes. These include Jens Jensen, Aldo Leopold, the one-time prairie landscapes of southwest Iowa, the restored tallgrass prairies at the University of Wisconsin; among others. $15, $10 for garden members. Fee includes a dessert reception and book signing after the lecture. Reservations are required. |
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June 24 through August 4, 2023 |
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| StoryWalk®: "Baby Animals in Nests" |
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| Take a stroll through the arboretum and learn why nests make good homes for baby birds, squirrels, and other animals. Following along with the story “Baby Animals in Nests” by Martha E.H. Rustad, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or membership. |
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Monday, July 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Monday, July 10 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Tuesday, July 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. |
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| Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series featuring Come Together Band |
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| Enjoy a harmonious blend of music and nature at the 2023 Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series. Relax in the summer garden as the sounds of local bands fill the air. Picnics are welcome at this event, dinner will also be available for purchase from Abraham Catering. The seating area is limited and opens at 4 p.m. |
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Tuesday, July 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. |
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| Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series featuring Vertigo Blues Band |
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| Enjoy a harmonious blend of music and nature at the 2023 Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series. Relax in the summer garden as the sounds of local bands fill the air. Picnics are welcome at this event, dinner will also be available for purchase from Abraham Catering. The seating area is limited and opens at 4 p.m. |
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Tuesday, July 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. |
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| Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series featuring The Churchill Boys |
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| Enjoy a harmonious blend of music and nature at the 2023 Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series. Relax in the summer garden as the sounds of local bands fill the air. Picnics are welcome at this event, dinner will also be available for purchase from Abraham Catering. The seating area is limited and opens at 4 p.m. |
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July 26 through September 23, 2023 |
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| In the Gallery: Art from the Heart by Telagio Baptista |
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Tuesday, August 1 from 6 to 8 p.m. |
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| Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series featuring BACK ALLEY |
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| Enjoy a harmonious blend of music and nature at the 2023 Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series. Relax in the summer garden as the sounds of local bands fill the air. Picnics are welcome at this event, dinner will also be available for purchase from Abraham Catering. The seating area is limited and opens at 4 p.m. |
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August 5 through September 16, 2023 |
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| StoryWalk®: "Animal Architects Underground" |
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| Take a stroll along the spring flowering walk and learn about the incredible underground homes that are built by animals and insects. Following along with the story “Amazing Animal Architects Underground” by Rebecca Rissman, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy, fun activities that fit the theme of the story to exercise your brain and body. Included with paid admission or membership. |
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Monday, August 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Monday, August 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Tuesday, August 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. |
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| Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series featuring The Brits |
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| Enjoy a harmonious blend of music and nature at the 2023 Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series. Relax in the summer garden as the sounds of local bands fill the air. Picnics are welcome at this event, dinner will also be available for purchase from Abraham Catering. The seating area is limited and opens at 4 p.m. |
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Tuesday, August 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. |
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| Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series featuring eNVy |
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| Enjoy a harmonious blend of music and nature at the 2023 Tempo of Twilight Outdoor Concert Series. Relax in the summer garden as the sounds of local bands fill the air. Picnics are welcome at this event, dinner will also be available for purchase from Abraham Catering. The seating area is limited and opens at 4 p.m. |
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Monday, September 4 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Sunday, September 10, 2023 from noon to 3 p.m. |
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Monday, September 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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September 28 through October 1, 2023 |
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Monday, October 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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October 7 through November 2, 2023 |
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| Wicked Plants Display |
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| While there are far more heroes than villains in the botanical world, some plants are REALLY wicked. This display will showcase plants from our collection that poison, paralyze, puncture, intoxicate, eat flesh, and otherwise offend, some of which we commonly grow in our homes and gardens.
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Monday, October 9, 2023 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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October 7 and 8, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
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| Japanese Ambience Festival |
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| For an entire weekend, the garden grounds are alive with merriment as guests celebrate the joys of autumn and experience the Japanese culture first-hand. |
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Sunday, October 29, 2023 from noon to 4 p.m. |
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| Ghoulish Garden Adventure |
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| Discover the things in nature that make the fall so festive! Dress in costume and explore a variety of fun and educational activity stations throughout the garden. |
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2023 dates TBD |
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| Merry and Bright - Holiday Poinsettia Show |
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| Thousands of poinsettias bursting with rich, vibrant color fill the floral display hall in a glowing tribute to the holidays during the spectacular holiday poinsettia show, Merry & Bright. Last daytime entry is at 3:45 p.m. |
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2023 dates TBD |
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| Bright Nights |
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| Set a merry mood with friends and family and explore the illuminated indoor gardens. From a 20’ tall poinsettia tree to a tropical paradise, see festive installations that glow and shine, showcasing nature in a new light. Timed tickets are required for this event.
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| Holiday Harmony |
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| Join us during the holiday season to listen to live music amid the festive garden surroundings. Visitors are invited to stroll through the poinsettia show or cozy up next to the fireplace and enjoy lunch or a snack.
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Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. |
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| Deck the Holidays: Guild Holiday Luncheon |
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| Celebrate the holiday season and support the garden by attending the Lauritzen Gardens Guild’s annual Deck the Holidays luncheon. |
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2023 date TBD |
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| Holiday Cheers! A Festive Evening for Ages 21+ |
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| Enjoy an evening of lights and libations, with live music from Jessica Hanson, games, wood carving and glass blowing demonstrations, a New York-inspired menu, chilly treats from Coneflower Creamery, and a visit from Santa Claus!
$20, $15 for garden members. Includes one drink ticket. |
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Saturday, December 10 from 4:30 to 8 p.m. |
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| Family Fun Night with a visit from Santa! |
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| Buy a Bright Nights ticket for December 10 and enjoy an evening of festive fun for families! Visit with Santa Claus, hear a seasonal story, make an ornament, meet the Omaha Police Department Mounted Patrol, play games, get your face painted, watch LED performers from Omaha Circus Arts, and more! |
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Wednesday, February 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. |
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| Valentine's Day Dinner |
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| Join us for an intimate Valentine's Day dinner. Reservations will open in early January 2024. For inquiries, contact us at (402) 346-4002, ext. 201 or m.sears@omahabotanicalgardens.org |
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2024 dates TBD |
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| Sandhill Crane Migration Bus Tour |
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| Journey along the Platte River Valley and experience hundreds of thousands of beautiful Sandhill cranes in their majestic migration. This is a must-see tour where you will enjoy one of nature’s treasures, and is also a great chance for unique birding and photography opportunities. |
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Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24, 2023 |
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2024 dates TBD |
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| Easter Extravaganza |
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| This isn't your garden variety Easter egg hunt! The Easter bunny has an empty basket! See if you can find all 14 of his missing eggs by matching colors and patterns as you explore the spring garden.
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Sunday, March 31, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
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| Easter Brunch |
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| Celebrate Easter at Lauritzen Gardens! Stroll through the spring garden, enjoy the exhibit Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea and join us for a delicious brunch buffet. Reservations are required and open January 3, 2024. |
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Friday, April 26, 2024 |
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| Arbor Day TREE Giveaway |
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| Celebrate Arbor Day by taking a walk through the arboretum or the woodland walk. The first 100 households will receive a FREE tree seedling. |
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2024 date to be announced |
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| Bonsai Exhibition |
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| Members of the Nebraska Bonsai Society will share their passion for the art of styling trees and help you better understand both the art and the science of bonsai in Nebraska. |
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2024 date to be announced |
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| Ikebana Exhibition |
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| This Ikebana exhibition features arrangements from both classical and contemporary schools of Ikebana. Members of Ikebana International Omaha #60 will be present during show hours to meet guests and answer questions about the art of Ikebana.
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Sunday, May 12, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
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| Mother's Day Brunch |
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| Treat the special women in your life with a day of delicious food, botanical beauty and family togetherness. Reservations are required and open January 3, 2024. |
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