Hello Omaha! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Hidden outdoor escapes, community fishing night, and memorial park concert and fireworks show + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
City updates safety response: Omaha updated its response Monday after a wall collapse at 3810-3812 Farnam Street. Farnam from 38th Street to 38th Avenue remains closed while crews stabilize the site and investigate -- see the road closure details.
Hidden outdoor escapes nearby: A new list highlights 11 under-the-radar hikes within 30 minutes of downtown Omaha, from 1,500-acre Fontenelle Forest’s miles of trails to kid-friendly Acorn Acres, Neale Woods’ prairie, and Heron Haven -- see the full list.
Anniversary celebration highlights: Sapp Bros. was named among the nation’s best gas stations and is celebrating 55 years with exclusive deals, bonus rewards, cookouts, giveaways and donations benefiting the American Cancer Society -- check the anniversary perks.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Game night solved: Need an easy group win this week? Arcade 33 is a no-quarters, private-event arcade with pinball legends and classic cabinets all set to free play, where you can bring your own snacks, sip a canned cocktail, and let everyone button-mash without worrying about tokens.
Kid energy release valve: If the littles are climbing your furniture, Discovery Playground is a quick fix. Part of The RiverFront at Lewis & Clark Landing, it’s an easy spot to let them scramble while you soak up river views and a few deep breaths.
Green-thumb cheat code: From hydroponics and grow lights to soils, seeds, and pest control, Paradigm Gardens stocks the stuff your garden and houseplants actually need. Swing by this week and grab what you forgot last season... your basil will forgive you.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎣 Community Fishing Night @ Fontenelle Park Pond | Wednesday (6/24) at 6:00 PM – Trade the inbox for bobbers at Community Fishing Night at Fontenelle Park Pond, hosted by Nebraska Game and Parks. It is the low-key, statewide spring and summer staple where no boat, fancy gear, or ego is required, just patience, neighbors, and a good fish story.
🎬 Highlander Movie Night: The Search for Squarepants @ Highlander Accelerator | Thursday (6/25) at 8:00 PM – Nothing beats a summer movie on the Highlander lawn, free, family-friendly, and under the stars. Blankets, favorite snacks, and that neighbor with running commentary welcome, with free treats for the first 100, then the concession math kicks in. Shout-out to Sue for making it happen.
🎨 Art in the Park: Noticing Nature: Water-Soluable Pastels @ The RiverFront | Friday (6/26) at 10:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to study that farmers market tomato like fine art, here it is. A free, drop-in class at RiverFront Park, beginner friendly and all ages, with a magnifying glass, pastels and watercolor pencils, materials included, and limited seats.
🎆 2026 Memorial Park Concert and Fireworks Show @ Memorial Park | Friday (6/26) – Grab a blanket and claim a spot at Memorial Park for Smokey Robinson, then stick around for the fireworks. Expect unplanned singalongs, lawn chair diplomacy, and that sweet spot between nostalgia, summer air, and a well-earned evening smile.
🎉 Mangelsen's 65th Anniversary Celebration @ Mangelsen's | Saturday (6/27) at 11:00 AM – Mangelsen’s is turning 65, fitting for the place that’s fueled every school project, Halloween wig, and last-minute tablecloth in town. Expect free hot dogs, popcorn, cotton candy, a bounce house, face painting, and spin art, plus the parking lot farmers market all summer.
🎨 Curious by Nature: The Budding Artist @ Lauritzen Gardens | Saturday (6/27) at 2:00 PM – Weekend plans that entertain the kids and your inner naturalist. It’s a drop-in in Sofia's Play Garden’s Crafting Nook for nature-inspired art, with spring blooms, eco projects next, and dinos for summer, included with admission, free for members. Rain? They move it inside, sanity preserved.
🐝 5th Annual Pollinator Party @ Benson Bounty | Sunday (6/28) at 10:00 AM – Celebrate the buzzing backbone of our gardens at this free community shindig with native plant know-how, hands-on activities, a garden walk, and free samples. Meet local orgs and vendors, pick up native plants, then park on 69th or Evans, and follow the gravel no-outlet lane.
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07 — The Omaha report Weather forecastToday — High: 82°F — Low: 62°F — Precip: 8%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. Northwest wind around 5 mph. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. North northwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 77°F — Low: 61°F — Precip: 42%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. Northeast wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain showers before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. East northeast wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. This house is wildThis sophisticated Mid-Century Modern 1.5-story home sits on a rare .66-acre corner lot in the Westside school district. Fully remodeled, it pairs vaulted ceilings, exposed steel, and abundant natural light with high-gloss cabinetry and a gourmet kitchen. The main-level primary suite, upper deck, and private lower-level living quarters add standout versatility and style.
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