Enjoy Greek Christmas and New Year cultural customs and traditions! The day will feature parishioners’ festive family holiday customs, traditional costumes, Greek food for purchase, a Christmas boutique, historic Byzantine Church tour, live music, folk dancing, and a visit from St. Nicholas. The day’s events run from 11am-7pm.
St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church
602 Park Ave
Omaha, NE 68105
http://www.stjohnsgreekorthodox.org
https://www.facebook.com/OmahaGreekFest
Come hear the students of Maestra Mirela Mlynska perform at 1pm.
Millard Library
13214 Westwood Lane
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 444-4848
Take the kids to see St. Nick, starting at 10:30am.
Saddlebrook Library
14850 Laurel Ave.
Omaha, NE 68116
(402) 884-7473
The Omaha Symphonic Chorus, in conjunction with the Omaha Symphony Chamber Orchestra and Nebraska Wesleyan University Choir, presents the 21st annual Christmas at the Cathedral. Guest conductor Jonathan Willcocks leads a performance of the “Magnificat” and other seasonal music. Concert starts at 8pm, with tickets starting at $20 for general admission and $30 for preferred seating.
St. Cecilia Cathedral
701 S. 40th St.
Omaha, NE 68131
(402) 398-1766
http://www.omahasymphonychorus.org
The College of St. Mary, along with the Gretna Middle School Women’s Select Ensemble and area church choirs, present a series of lessons and carols dating back to 19th century England at 7pm. Admission is $10.
Christ the King Catholic Church
654 S. 86th St.
Omaha, NE 68114
http://www.csm.edu
Walk the area from 10th to 13th, Harney to Jackson Streets, or ride Ollie the Trolley free between venues as you enjoy live music and art.
Old Market (10th to 13th, Harney to Jackson Sts.)
Omaha, NE 68108
http://firstfridayoldmarket.com/
The museum stays open late on the first Friday of every winter month! Enjoy winter-themed activities like Hot & Cold Science Show and Snowman Bingo, plus meet Santa and friends inside the special exhibit, Santa’s Magic. Hours are 5-8pm; admission is $12 for adults and kids, $11 for seniors, free to members and age 2 and younger. (Family Date night is included with regular museum admission.)
Omaha Children’s Museum
500 S 20th St
Omaha, NE 68102
(402) 342-6164
More than 40 cultural organizations proudly display their crafts and traditional dress, while musicians and dancers perform throughout the evening. Hard-to-find ethnic foods and gifts are available for purchase. Hours are 5-9 pm. Admission is $11 for adults, $8 for ages 62 and older, $7 for ages 3-12, free for 2 and under.
Durham Museum
801 S 10th St
Omaha, NE 68108
Check back for photos later as we will cover this event.
Come out for the grand opening of the Union Pacific Railroad Museum’s new permanent exhibit. Meet UP employees and learn what it takes to work on the railroad. The exhibit features a number of interactive activities. The grand opening runs from 5-7pm.
Union Pacific Railroad Museum
200 Pearl St
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 329-8307
https://www.facebook.com/uprrmuseum/
Come in and look for the elf on one of the library shelves.
Millard Library
13214 Westwood Lane
Omaha, NE 68144
(402) 444-4848
