Local Omaha, NE Virtual Events To Check Out This Weekend
With many local events and activities on pause for the next few weeks, we wanted to bring you a few virtual events that you and your family can enjoy from the comfort of your own home this weekend. You will find events for the craft lovers, animal enthusiasts, sustainability aficionados and more. Enjoy!
What: Art Adventures: 3D Drawing
When: April 17th | 10:30am – 11:00am
Website: https://www.joslyn.org/education/classes/art-adventures/
*Spend the morning at home creating your own masterpieces while learning all about the art from Joslyn’s collection. The Museum will go live on Facebook for an art-making lesson – all you need to bring are a few simple materials. Visit the website for a list of what you will need, with free kits are available each Thursday (beginning at 9am, while supplies last) for pick-up outside the museum.
What: Virtual Earth Day Omaha
When: April 18th | 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Website: http://earthdayomaha.org/
*This is a free community-wide virtual event and the largest gathering of Omaha’s sustainability community. Spend the afternoon learning about eco-adventures that you can participate in while you are quarantined at home while also experiencing interactive activities ranging from yoga to a family dance party.
What: Virtual Creative Mornings/Omaha: Purpose featuring Candias Jones and Naomi Hattaway
When: April 17th | 8:00am – 9:30am
Website:https://creativemornings.com/talks/virtual-audience-takes-the-stage?fbclid=IwAR03oL3608gxn8b09t1qinedaZkIf4INkYuW0BclNCo9RmF-Yy7ia_YJQDw
*Join Candias Jones and Naomi Hattaway as they lead a discussion on understanding your purpose on the other side of a pandemic. The event will be hosted via Zoom.
What: Zoo from Home: Animal Activity
When: April 17th | 2:00pm-2:15pm
Website: https://www.facebook.com/OmahaZoo/
*Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is home to over 36,000 animals. Get ready for an exclusive interactive video that highlights animal enrichment, behind-the-scenes experiences and other educational activities.
What: From the Forest: Raptor/Critter Moment
When: April 17th & 18th | 3:00pm-3:10pm
Website: https://www.facebook.com/fontenelleforest/
*Don’t miss this short segment that features exclusive moments with raptors and critters from Fontenelle Forest. This is a must-attend for all animal lovers!
What: Handmade Omaha Cyber Show
When: April 18th – 26th
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/161296698264954/
*Shop from a coveted collection of local talented artists who handmake art, crafts and artisan goods at this multi-day craft event. There will be photos, videos and more for you to enjoy.
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