ART & MUSEUM EXHIBITS
rA Bug’s WorldrThrough September 8 at Omaha Children’s Museum, 500 S. 20th St.rA larger-than-life interactive exhibit that allows children to experience what it is like to be a bug. Tu-F/10am-4pm; Sat/9am-5pm; Sun/1pm-5pm. $9 adults & kids, $8 seniors, free for members and children 2 & under. 402-342-6164 – ocm.org
A T. Rex Named SuerThrough September 8 at Durham Museum, 801 S. 10th St.rVisit one of Chicago’s Field Museum’s traveling exhibitions, Sue, the largest, most complete, best preserved Tyrannosaurus rex in the world. M/10am-5pm; Tu/10am-8pm; W-Sat/10am-5pm; Sun/1-5pm. $9 adults, $7 seniors (62+), $6 ages 3-12, free for members and children 2 & under. 402-444-5071 – durhammuseum.org
Ron Parks at the Fred Simon GalleryrThrough September 20 at Fred Simon Gallery, 1004 Farnam St.rSculptor Ron Parks showcases this craftsmanship in this exhibition of contemporary Nebraska visual artists. M-F/8am-5pm. Free admission. 402-595-2142 – nebraskaartscouncil.org
Baseball at Boys TownrThrough September 30 at Boys Town, 14100 Crawford St.rHighlights the history of baseball from 1917 to today at Boys Town and features autographed baseballs and memorabilia from Hall of Fame players Babe Ruth, Ozzie Smith, and Hank Aaron. Daily/10am-4pm. Free admission. 402-498-1186 – boystown.org
The LoraxrThrough November 3 at Joslyn Art Museum, 2200 Dodge St.rA showcase of selected Dr. Seuss preliminary crayon drawings and final pen and ink line art for this iconic book from the collection of the LBJ Presidential Library & Museum. Tu-W/10am-4pm; Th/10am-8pm; F-Sat/10am-4pm; Sun/12-4pm. Free admission. 402-342-3300 – joslyn.org
Featured artists Daharsh, Ocken, and Vande VoortrSeptember 3-29 at Artists’ Cooperative Gallery Ltd., 405 S. 11th St.rNew works by glassblower Frank Daharsh, painter Virginia Ocken, and painter Dar Vande Voort. Tu-Th/11am-5pm; F-Sat/11am-10pm; Sun/12-6pm. Free admission. 402-342-9617 – artistsco-opgallery.com
Rockbrook Village® 42nd Annual Art FairrSeptember 7-8 at Rockbrook Village Shopping Center, 108th & W. Center Rd.rOmaha’s premier art fair since 1971. Over 160 national, regional and local artists will display and sell their one-of-a-kind works of art. 10am-5pm. Free admission. 402-390-0890 – rockbrookvillage.com
Goose Bumps! The Science of FearrSeptember 28 – January 5 at Durham Museum, 801 S. 10th St.rCreated by The California Science Center, Durham Museum presents the many sides of fear. Test yourself against four common fears. Observe how fear changes and learn simple ways to combat stress. Tu/10am-8pm; W-Sat/10am-5pm; Sun/1-5pm. $9 adults, $7 seniors (62+), $6 ages 3-12, free for members and children 2 & under. 402-444-5071 – durhammuseum.org
Legacy: The Emily Fisher Landau CollectionrSeptember 28 – January 5 at Joslyn Art Museum, 2200 Dodge St.rA selection of paintings, sculptures, and works on paper from a historic gift pledged to the Whitney Museum of American Art in 2010 by Emily Fisher Landau. Her collection features some of the most influential artists of the 20th century, including Andy Warhol, Glenn Ligon, Sherrie Levine, Agnes Martin, Felix Gonzalez-Torres, John Baldessari, Kiki Smith, and Ed Ruscha. Tu-W/10am-4pm; Th/10am-8pm; F-Sat/10am-4pm; Sun/12-4pm. Free admission. 402-342-3300 – joslyn.org
Featured artists Johnston, Methot-Swanson, StizmanrOctober 1-27 at Artists’ Cooperative Gallery Ltd., 405 S. 11th St.rNew works by painters Judith Anthony Johnston and Katrina Methot-Swanson, and sculptor Tom Sitzman. Tu-Th/11am-5pm; F-Sat/11am-10pm; Sun/12-6pm. Free admission. 402-342-9617 – artistsco-opgallery.com
Featured artists Akers, Fetter, GainesrOctober 29 – November 24 at Artists’ Cooperative Gallery Ltd., 405 S. 11th St.rNew works by mixed media artist Sean Akers, painter Joan Fetter, and weaver Agneta Gaines. Tu-Th/11am-5pm; F-Sat/11am-10pm; Sun/12-6pm. Free admission. 402-342-9617 – artistsco-opgallery.comr
CONCERTS
rEnd of the Summer Concert SeriesrThrough September 27 at Midtown Crossing, 31st to 33rd, Farnam to Dodge sts.rA weekly concert series to end the summer, featuring Billy McGuigan and a joint concert with the Omaha Symphony and Opera Omaha. F/7:30pm. Free admission. 402-598-9676 – midtowncrossing.com
Hullabaloo Music & Camping FestivalrSeptember 5-8 at Sokol Park, 905 Allied Rd.rA celebration of music featuring live music from regional and national bands and DJs. Acts include the Aaron Freeman (former lead singer of Ween), Blackalicous, Monophonics, The Floozies, Kris Lager Band, Samantha Fish, DJEM, Lovedrunk, and much more! Food, drink and local vendors will be on hand. $20-80. 402-210-4747 – hullabaloomusicfestival.com
Scotty McCreeryrSeptember 13 at Stir Concert Cove, Harrah’s Casino, Council Bluffs, IArScott “Scotty” McCreery is an American country music singer from North Carolina and winner of the tenth season of American Idol. Doors open at 6pm; show at 8pm. $35 general admission. 712-329-6000 – harrahscouncilbluffs.com
Bret MichaelsrSeptember 20 at Stir Concert Cove, Harrah’s Casino, Council Bluffs, IArRock out the end of the summer with actor, director, screenwriter, producer, and reality television personality Bret Michaels, formerly of the band Poison. Doors open at 6pm; show at 8pm. $33 general admission. 712-329-6000 – harrahscouncilbluffs.com
Big Bad Voodoo DaddyrOctober 10 at Holland Performing Arts Center, 1200 Douglas St.rBig Bad Voodoo Daddy gained national attention when “You & Me and the Bottle Makes Three (Tonight)” and “Go Daddy-O” were featured in the film Swingers. Their concerts feature big horns, wild jungle-jazz rhythms, zoot suits & dancing flapper girls. 7:30pm. 402-345-0202 – omahaperformingarts.org
Keith Urban – Light the Fuse Tour 2013rOctober 18 at CenturyLink Center Omaha, 455 N. 10th St.rOne of the industry’s most electrifying live performers, four-time Grammy Award winner and American Idol judge Keith Urban is bringing his “Light The Fuse Tour 2013” to Omaha. Special guests include: Little Big Town and Dustin Lynch. 7pm. $37-61.50. 402-341-1500 – centurylinkcenteromaha.com
Avenged Sevenfold with Deftones and Ghost B.C.rOctober 22 at CenturyLink Center Omaha, 455 N. 10th St.rAvenged Sevenfold, a rock band known for their diverse rock sound and dramatic imagery in album covers and t-shirts, has toured all over the United Kingdom, as well as mainland Europe, Japan, Australia and New Zealand. 8pm. $18.50-73. 402-341-1500 – centurylinkcenteromaha.com
World Blues: Taj Mahal and Vusi MahlaselarOctober 25 at Holland Performing Arts Center, 1200 Douglas St.rGrammy®-winning composer, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Taj Mahal with ‘The Voice’ of South Africa Vusi Mahlasela. One of the most prominent figures in late 20th century blues and roots music, his music draws inspiration from virtually every corner of the world. 8pm. 402-345-0202 – omahaperformingarts.org
Macklemore & Ryan LewisrOctober 29 at CenturyLink Center Omaha, 455 N. 10th St.rPremier hip-hop duo Macklemore & Ryan Lewis previously showcased their talents at The Waiting Room and Sokol Auditorium, but are now taking their music to Omaha’s main stage, CenturyLink Center Omaha. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis recently made Billboard history as the only duo to send their first two singles to No. 1 on both the Hot 100 and Top 40 Radio charts with new single “Can’t Hold Us” and breakout hit “Thrift Shop.” “Same Love,” a song and video in support of marriage equality, galvanized young fans and voters, and is certified a Gold single. 7:30pm. $29.50-82. 402-341-1500 – centurylinkcenteromaha.comr
FAMILY EVENTS
rYoung Frankenstein – Forever Young Family & Children’s Film SeriesrThrough September 12 at Film Streams, 1340 Mike Fahey St.rWith support from the Lincoln Financial Foundation, Film Streams presents Forever Young Family & Children’s Film Series – Summer 2013 with Mel Brooks’ infamous Young Frankenstein. See website for showtimes. $9 general, $7 seniors, students, teachers, military, bike-friendly, $4.50 members, $2.50 12 & under. 402-933-0259 – filmstreams.org
Dinosaurs Alive: The Lost ValleyrThrough October 13 at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, 3701 S. 10th St.rAnimatronic dinosaurs intermingled with other animals transports the zoo back 65 million years to when these prehistoric beasts roamed the planet. Daily/9am-5pm. $4 with regular paid zoo admission. 402-733-8401 – omahazoo.com
Knuffle BunnyrSeptember 6-22 at The Rose Theater, 2001 Farnam St.rEnjoy a hilarious musical version of the beloved Caldecott Honor book and get your family giggling. $18 general admission, free for members. F/7pm; Sat/2 & 5pm; Sun/2pm. 402-345-4849 – rosetheater.org
Forbidden Planet – Forever Young Family & Children’s Film SeriesrSeptember 14-26 at Film Streams, 1340 Mike Fahey St.rWith support from the Lincoln Financial Foundation, Film Streams presents Forever Young Family & Children’s Film Series – Summer 2013 with the Oscar-nominated Forbidden Planet. See website for showtimes. $9 general, $7 seniors, students, teachers, military, bike-friendly, $4.50 members, $2.50 12 & under. 402-933-0259 – filmstreams.org
Family Fiesta at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & AquariumrSeptember 22 at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo, 3701 S. 10th St.rA fiesta for the whole family featuring soccer mascots, a live mariachi band, face painting, and more. 12-5pm. Free with regular paid zoo admission. 402-733-8401 – omahazoo.com
ARTsarbenrSeptember 28-29 at Aksarben Village, 67th and Center Sts.rBring the whole family for fun, games, good food, live music, face painting, KidZone with bouncy houses, and most importantly the ART! Sat/10am-7pm; Sun/10am-4pm. Free admission. 402-345-5401 – artsarben.com
MathAlive!rSeptember 28 – January 5 at Strategic Air & Space Museum, 28210 W. Park HwyrExhibit that brings to life the real math behind what kids love most—video games, sports, fashion, music, robotics, and more—and creates interactive and immersive experiences. Daily/10am-5pm. $12 adults, $11 seniors & active/retired military, $6 ages 4-12. 402-944-3100 – sasmuseum.com
Robin HoodrOctober 11-27 at The Rose Theater, 2001 Farnam St.rThe legendary tale bursts into fresh & fiery new life in this unique, fast-paced adaptation. Robin Hood stands up for justice as he cleverly evades the Sheriff of Nottingham. Be enchanted as a band of merry men (and women) bring familiar characters to life in surprising new ways. F/7pm; Sat/2 & 5pm; Sun/2pm. $18 general admission, free for members. 402-345-4849 – rosetheater.org
Spooktacular at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & AquariumrOctober 18 at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo, 3701 S. 10th St.rBring your little ghouls and goblins to this safe and fun Halloween event. 5:30-8:30pm. $8 with regular paid zoo admission. 402-733-8401 – omahazoo.comr
FUNDRAISERS & GALAS
rZoofari 2013rSeptember 7 at Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, 3701 S. 10th St.rFundraiser supporting the Omaha Zoo Foundation with a trunk show, dinner, live and silent auctions. 402-738-2073 – omahazoofoundation.org
Touch a TruckrSeptember 7 at First Data, 6855 Pacific St.rFree family event with trucks, police cars, and firetrucks supporting Child Saving Institute. 11am. 402-504-3664 – childsaving.org
36th Annual Archbishop’s Dinner for EducationrSeptember 12 at Embassy Suites La Vista, 12520 Westport Pkwy.rDinner recognizing teachers and administrators in the Archdiocese of Omaha schools. 402-827-3757 – archomaha.org
7th Annual Brew HaHarSeptember 12 at Stinson Park at Aksarben Village, 2285 S. 67th St.rBeer and food sampling event supporting Omaha Habitat for Humanity. 5pm. 402-884-4370 – habitatomaha.org
6th Annual Wine and Beer EventrSeptember 12 at The Shops of Legacy, 168th & Center sts.rSupport ALS in the Heartland by drinking, stolling, and shopping. 6pm. 402-592-2374 – alsintheheartland.org
Global Voices: Faith in ActionrSeptember 15 at Embassy Suites La Vista, 12520 Westport Pkwy.rEvent recognizing faith-based community leaders and supporting Lutheran Family Services. 402-978-5646 – lfsneb.com
Cruisin’ for a Cure Omaha 2013rSeptember 15 at Methodist Hospital Parking Lots, 8601 W. Dodge Rd.rAuto show and free prostate screenings with proceeds benefiting The Estabrook Cancer Center at Methodist Hospital. cruisinforacure.com
Big Red TailgaterSeptember 20 at Embassy Suites La Vista, 12520 Westport Pkwy.rEnjoy cocktails, a silent auction, and dinner with Completely KIDS. 5:30pm. 402-397-5809 completelykids.org or call 402-397-5809 – completelykids.org
Spotlight GalarSeptember 21 at Embassy Suites La Vista, 12520 Westport Pkwy.rAnnual fundraiser for Voices for Children with cocktails, food, and more. 5:30pm. 402-597-3100 – voicesforchildren.com
Our Lady of Lourdes Annual Fall FestivalrSeptember 22 at Our Lady of Lourdes, 2110 S. 32nd Ave.rFundraising festival with games, food, and more. 12pm. 402-341-5604 – ollomaha.com
Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes 2013rSeptember 22 at Stinson Park at Aksarben Village, 2285 S. 67th St.rA fundraising walk supporting the American Diabetes Association. 402-571-1101 – diabetes.org
Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day 2013rSeptember 26 at Anthony’s Steakhouse Ballroom & Patio, 7220 F St.rFundraising event for Project Harmony with live Irish music and prizes. 402-595-1326 – projectharmony.com
Omaha Signature Chefs AuctionrSeptember 26 at Embassy Suites La Vista, 12520 Westport Pkwy.rSignature dishes by 20 chefs, a raffle, and a live auction, supporting March of Dimes Nebraska. 5:30pm. 402-496-7111 – marchofdimes.com
Restoring Hearts with Bike Parts EventrSeptember 26 at Hilton Omaha, 1001 Cass St.rOmaha Home for Boys gala featuring a motorcycle raffle and special guest Marlee Matlin. 5:30pm. 402-457-7000 – omahahomeforboys.org
Jewels of AutumnrSeptember 28 at Alegent Creighton Health Lakeside Hospital, 16901 Lakeside Hills Ct.rAnnual fundraiser with food, drinks, and auctions. 6pm. 402-717-8182 – alegentcreighton.com
Walk for the Animals 2013rSeptember 29 at Nebraska Humane Society, 8929 Fort St.rFundraising walk with pets. 8:30am. 402-444-7800 – nehumanesociety.org
Walk to End Alzheimer’s 2013rSeptember 29 at Turner Park at Midtown Crossing, 3220 Farnam St.rFundraising walk for Alzheimer’s Association. 12pm. 402-502-4301 – alz.org
43rd Annual Boy Scout Golf InvitationalrSeptember 30 at Shadow Ridge Country Club, 1501 S. 188th Plz.rGolf event for Boy Scouts of America, Mid-America Council. 11am. 402-514-3011 – mac-bsa.org
50th Anniversary CelebrationrOctober 4 at Embassy Suites La Vista, 12520 Westport Pkwy.rInaugural fundraising event supporting Legal Aid of Nebraska. 5:30pm. 402-348-1069 – legalaidofnebraska.com
Holy Name HarvestrOctober 4 at Holy Name School, 2901 Fontenelle Blvd.rDinner, raffle, and silent and live auctions. 5:30pm. 402-451-6622 – holynameschoolomaha.org
Expressions of Hope GalarOctober 4 at CenturyLink Center Omaha, 455 N. 10th St.rDinner, youth program, and silent and live auctions supporting Hope Center for Kids. 402-341-4673 – hopecenterforkids.com
Good Apple AwardsrOctober 10 at Historic Livestock Exchange Building, 4920 S. 30th St.rLive music, cocktails, and Nebraska Appleseed community justice awards. 6pm. 402-438-8853 – neappleseed.com
HomeGrownrOctober 10 at Brix at Village Pointe, 225 N. 170th St.rLocal wine and beer tasting supporting Nebraska Children’s Home Society. 4pm. 402-451-0787 – nchs.org
Hops & Grapes Fall FestivalrOctober 11 at Field Club of Omaha, 3615 Woolworth Ave.rPartnership 4 Kids’ wine and beer tasting event. 7pm. 402-930-3002 – p4k.org
7th Annual Comfort Food ClassicrOctober 13 at Ramada Omaha, 3321 S. 72nd St.rChef competition supporting Ted E. Bear Hollow. 5pm. 402-502-2773 – tedebearhollow.org
117th Ak-Sar-Ben Coronation & Scholarship BallrOctober 19 at CenturyLink Center Omaha, 455 N. 10th St.rKnights of Ak-Sar-Ben Foundation’s annual scholarship ball. 402-554-9600 – aksarben.org
Ladle of Love FestivalrOctober 20 at Open Door Mission’s Garland Thompson Men’s Center, 2705 N. 20th St.rSoups and baked goods served by local chefs, supporting Open Door Mission. 1pm. 402-829-1508 – opendoormission.org
Scholarship LuncheonrOctober 22 at CenturyLink Center Omaha, 455 N. 10th St.rPhoenix Academy luncheon with guest speaker, former First Lady Laura Bush. 11:30am. 402-390-0556 – phoenixacademyomaha.org
6th Annual Monster Bash for Brain CancerrOctober 24 at Georgetown Club, 2440 S. 141st Cir.rLive music, kids activities, food, and more, supporting Leap-for-a-Cure. 6:30pm. 402-333-9370 – leapforacure.org
Fall Luncheon 2013rOctober 24 at CenturyLink Center Omaha, 455 N. 10th St.rWomen’s Fund of Omaha event with keynote speaker Betsy Myers. 11:30am. 402-827-9280 – omahawomensfund.org
Centennial GalarOctober 24 at Mutual of Omaha Dome, 3300 Dodge St.rMOSAIC event featuring keynote speaker Timothy P. Shriver, Ph.D. 6pm. 402-896-9988 – mosaicinfo.orgr
RECREATION
rSeptemberfestrThrough September 2 at CenturyLink Center Omaha, 455 N. 10th St.rFeaturing live bands, Spider-Man, princesses, balloon artists, magicians, Omaha Roller Girls vs. North Dakota’s Roller Derby Team, BBQ & Ribeye Steak Cookoff, Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament, and more. F/5pm-12am; Sat/12-4pm; Sun-M/12pm-12am. $4 adults, free for children 5 & under. 402-341-1500 – septemberfestomaha.com
Florence Mill Farmers MarketrThrough September 29 at Florence Mill, 9102 N. 30th St.rA local farmers market featuring fresh, local produce, artisans and live music every Sunday afternoon. Sun/10am-3pm. Free admission. 402-551-1233 – historicflorence.org
River City Star Friday Evening Public Dinner CruiserThrough October 4 at River City Star Riverboat, 151 Freedom Park Rd.rSpend an evening on the Missouri River while enjoying live entertainment on this 1.5 hour, two entree dinner cruise. F/6:30-8pm. $42 adults, $38 seniors (65+), $21 children 12 & under. 402-342-7827 – rivercitystar.com
Omaha Restaurant WeekrSeptember 13-22 at participating Omaha restaurantsrGrab your forks and knives and arrive with an empty stomach for Omaha Restaurant Week, a 10-day promotion celebrating the unique, exciting culinary scene in the Omaha metro. During this festival of food, participating restaurants offer an exclusive specials menu featuring multi-course dinners at a fixed price of either $20, $30, or $40 per person. 402-850-6776 – omaharestaurantweek.com
Street of DreamsrSeptember 14-29 at Deer Creek, 120th and Deer Creek Dr.rTour upscale, custom dream homes while gathering cutting edge design ideas from a variety of Omaha’s Best Custom Builders. W-Sun/12-8pm. $10 adults. 402-727-1054 – streetofdreams.org
Midtown Car ShowrSeptember 15 at Midtown Crossing, 31st-33rd and Dodge-Farnam sts.rCheck out some of the area’s most fabulous rides: vintage cars and trucks, project cars, hot rods, and more. 10am-2pm. Free admission. 402-351-5964 – midtowncrossing.com
OktoberfestrSeptember 20-21 at German-American Society Inc., 3717 S. 120th St.rOmaha’s oldest and largest Oktoberfest celebration. Enjoy great authentic foods, including schnitzel, German potato salad, sauerkraut, German tortes, a few hogs and dozens of chickens, plus authentic music for dancing. F/5pm-12am; Sat/12pm-12am. $3 Saturday admission, $4 Sunday admission. 402-333-6615 – germanamericansociety.org
2013 Loess Hills Wine FestivalrSeptember 21 at River’s Edge Park, Council Bluffs, IA.rA celebration of the Grape Harvest with a fun day of entertainment. Admission includes live music by Pink Kadillac, a souvenir wine glass, five tickets that may be used for wine tastings, grape stomp, hayride, and more. 3-10pm. $10-50. weigga.org
22nd Annual Fort Omaha Intertribal PowwowrSeptember 22 at Metropolitan Community College, 5730 N. 30th St.rA traditional intertribal powwow featuring Native American music, dancing, crafts, and food. A family friendly event that explores the culture and traditions of Native Americans. 1-7pm. Free admission. 402-457-2253 – mccneb.edu
Lauritzen Gardens Antique & Garden ShowrSeptember 26-29 at Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft St.rThis year, the Antique & Garden Show is celebrating its 10th anniversary. To commemorate, Harrison Howard, a California artist, was commissioned to provide several one-of-a-kind pieces of art for the show. His piece, Spring, is an exclusive for Lauritzen Gardens. Lecturers this year are Carolyne Roehm, Kathryn Ireland, Eddie Ross, and Danielle Rollins. F-Sat/10am; Sun/11am. $15 general admission, $75 luncheon lectures, $125 preview party. 402-346-4002 – lauritzengardens.org
Ak-Sar-Ben’s River City Rodeo & Stock ShowrSeptember 26-29 at CenturyLink Center Omaha, 455 N. 10th St.rA celebration of the region’s western heritage, featuring the Justin Boots Championships Rodeo, the Ak-Sar-Ben 4-H Stock Show, and the Douglas County Fair. Tu-F/10am-7pm; Sat/9am-7pm; Sun/9am-4pm. Free admission, except rodeo and other selected events. 402-554-9600 – rivercityrodeo.com
Just for Her ExporOctober 11-13 at CenturyLink Center Omaha, 455 N. 10th St.rShop boutiques, test products and services, and more at this special event just for women in Omaha. F/5-10pm; Sat/10am-6pm; Sun/11am-4pm. justforherexpoomaha.com
25th Annual Fall Home and Garden ExporOctober 25-27 at CenturyLink Center Omaha, 455 N. 10th St.rThe largest showcase in Nebraska and Iowa with over 100,000 sq. ft. of the latest products and services for the home – inside and out. F/5-9pm; Sat/10am-7pm; Sun/12-5pm. 402-346-8003 – showofficeonline.comr
RUNS
rUp & Over the River Walk & RunrSeptember 1 at Miller’s Landing, 151 Freedom Park Rd.rAn 8K run and walk that leads participants along the riverfront paths and over the Bob Kerry Pedestrian Bridge to Iowa and back. 8:30am. $30 runners, $25 walkers. 402-346-4800 – septemberfestomaha.com
HITS 38th Annual Omaha MarathonrSeptember 22 at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha, 1200 Mike Fahey St.rListen to live music as you run by the TD Ameritrade Stadium, the Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, and through the Old Market. 7am. $80 marathon, $65 half-marathon, $45 10K. 402-546-1800 – omahamarathon.comr
SPORTS
rVisit Omaha 2013 Women’s Norceca ChampionshiprSeptember 16-21 at Ralston Arena, 7300 Q St.rWatch 10 teams from the North America, Central America and Caribbean region compete in this 6-day event. See the U.S. Women’s National Volleyball Team, a 2-time Olympic silver medalist, defend their title as the current NORCECA Women’s Continental Champion. 402-934-6291 – ralstonarena.comr
THEATRE
rOther Desert CitiesrThrough September 15 at SNAP! Productions, 3225 California St.rThis Pulitzer Prize-nominated play explores the relationships of a family with differing political views and a tragic family secret that is threatened to be exposed. 402-341-2757 – snapproductions.com
SirensrThrough September 15 at Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass St.rThis play follows the story of Sam, a one-hit-wonder songwriter, whose marriage with his wife of 25 years is stifled by his obsession with finding the next big hit. When he encounters a siren from Greek mythology out at sea, she helps him realize Rose was always the love of his life. Th-Sat/7:30pm; Sun/2pm. $35 adults, $21 students. 402-553-0800 – omahaplayhouse.com
Bollywood and BeyondrThrough October 3 at Film Streams, 1340 Mike Fahey St.rA comprehensive overview of India’s prolific filmmaking traditions that presents 10 classics from a given era of Bollywood—Mumbai-made, Hindi-language films. See website for showtimes and admission. 402-933-0259 – filmstreams.org
Les MisérablesrSeptember 20 – October 27 at Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass St.rThe world’s longest running and most loved musical. Set in 19th Century France, Les Mis is the epic tale of Jean Valjean as he breaks his parole and is pursued by Inspector Javert while caring for the young orphaned Cosette. W-Sat/7:30pm; Sun/2pm. 402-553-0800 – omahaplayhouse.com
The Book of MormonrOctober 12-20 at Orpheum Theater, 409 S. 16th St.rThe critically acclaimed and Tony® Award-winning religious satire musical, The Book of Mormon, is coming to Omaha for a nine-day run. The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century,” and Entertainment Weekly proclaims it as “the funniest musical of all time.” Tu-W/7:30pm; F-Sat/8pm; Sun/1:30pm & 7pm. $50-140. 402-345-0606 – omahaperformingarts.com
Freud’s Last SessionrOctober 18 – November 17 at Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass St.rAn astute and witty conversation between scholar C.S. Lewis and Dr. Sigmund Freud shortly before Freud’s death, covering normally taboo topics, such as God, religion, sex and war. Th-Sat/7:30pm; Sun/2pm. 402-553-0800 – omahaplayhouse.com
