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| WE HAVE TAKEN THE PROACTIVE MEASURE TO MITIGATE THE SPREAD OF COVID-19 BY CLOSING THE GARDEN THROUGH APRIL 30. PROGRAMS ARE CANCELED THROUGH APRIL 30 IN LINE WITH REGULATIONS FROM THE DOUGLAS COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT. STAY SAFE. BE WELL. ENJOY NATURE. |
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A fun activity for the whole family |
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| SPRING BINGO |
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| Enjoying the benefits of nature is important right now. Download and print this spring bingo sheet and see how many wonders of the natural world (and a few other fun things) you can find/do in your neighborhood. |
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Learn at home! |
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January 18 through May 10 |
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| Nature Connects®: Art with LEGO® Bricks |
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| THIS EXHIBIT IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC THROUGH APRIL 30. Sean Kenney's fourth indoor exhibit at Lauritzen Gardens features some fantastic NEW pieces, including a coral reef, a snow leopard, and a disappearing rhino, as well as a couple of old favorites. |
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March 28 and 29, 2020 |
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| Greater Omaha Orchid Society's Orchid Show and Sale |
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| THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. Don't miss the 2020 Greater Omaha Orchid Society’s 33rd Annual Orchid Show and Sale. Visitors will get the opportunity to see and prime specimens of these exotic plants up close and purchase a plant of their own. |
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Saturday, April 4, 2020 from noon to 3 p.m. |
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| Easter Extravaganza |
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| THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. Don't miss this afternoon of fun with crafts, egg hunts and photos with the Easter Bunny!
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April 7 at 8 a.m. |
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| Walking Club Kick-Off |
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| THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. Enjoy healthy snacks, refreshments, and speakers providing great information on health-related topics. Sponsored by Immanuel Communities. |
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Sunday, April 12, 2020 |
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| Easter Brunch |
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| THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. An annual tradition for many area families, enjoy a fabulous Easter brunch at the garden. |
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April 22 at 11:30 a.m. |
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Friday, April 24, 2020 |
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| TREEmendous Arbor Day Celebration |
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| THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. Don't miss a TREEmendous Arbor Day Celebration- a fun day dedicated to trees. Enjoy a variety of tree-themed educational activities designed for families to learn about a variety of tree topics. The first 100 households will receive a FREE tree seedling. Children who dress like a tree get in free. |
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Tuesday mornings, May through October |
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| Walking Club |
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| Get your morning exercise with a refreshing and rejuvenating walk through the garden. |
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May 1 through 3, 2020 |
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| Ikebana Exhibition |
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| THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. 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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May 1 through 3, 2020 |
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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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Sunday, May 10, 2020 |
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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.
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Mondays and Tuesdays During the Summer Months |
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| Garden Twilight |
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| Visit the garden during the twilight hours for a relaxing way to end the summer days.
Monday and Tuesday evenings from May 13 through September 10, 2019. |
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Wednesday, May 20 from midnight to midnight |
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| Omaha Gives! |
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| A community-wide event to show off Omaha's spirit of giving, raise awareness about local nonprofits and celebrate the collective effort it takes to make this city great. Anyone can participate and ANY AMOUNT MAKES A DIFFERENCE. |
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2020 dates TBD |
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Sunday, June 7, 2020 |
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| 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. |
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2020 dates TBD |
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| Patriotic Perches |
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| A collection of 51 handcrafted birdhouses that combines art, geography, horticulture and birding to educate visitors about state birds and flowers and how to attract wildlife to their garden space. |
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July 11 and 12, 2020 |
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| Railroad Days |
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| Celebrate all things train and track while visiting the model railroad garden. |
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Sunday, September 13, 2020 |
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September 24-27, 2020 |
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| Lauritzen Gardens Antiques Show |
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| Entering its seventeenth year, the show brings a wide range of museum quality antiques, as well as renowned experts in antiques, gardening, art and design to Omaha. |
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October 3 and 4, 2020 |
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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 25 from noon to 4 p.m. |
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Saturday, December 12, 2020 |
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| National Poinsettia Day |
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| Celebrate this national holiday, commemorating this gorgeous holiday plant, while visiting the poinsettia show. The first 100 households receive a free poinsettia. |
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Friday, February 14, 2020 |
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| Valentine's Day Dinner |
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| SOLD OUT | Please call Merri at (402) 346-4002, ext. 201 to be placed on a waiting list. |
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February 19 through March 3, 2020 |
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| Girls' Day: Japanese Doll Exhibit |
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| In honor of the Japanese celebration of Hinamatsuri, also called Doll’s Day or Girls’ Day, discover a vast set of ornamental Imperial dolls, or hina-ningyo, representing the Emperor, Empress, attendants and musicians in traditional court dress of the Heian period (A.D. 794 - 1185) on display.
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March 17 and 18, 2020 |
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| Sandhill Crane Migration Bus Tour |
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| DUE TO THE CLOSURE OF ROWE SANCTUARY, THIS TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELED. To be placed on a wait list, contact Shelby at (402) 346-4002, ext. 263. 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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