James F. Lee

omaha, ne


Events:

Free Diabetes Seminar

Where: W. Clarke Swanson Library

Date: 2007-04-28 12:30:00

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From the OPL website: What causes diabetes? What are smart food choices for diabetics? These and other questions will be answered at three FREE seminars on diabetes during April and May. Designed for people with diabetes or those who have family members with diabetes, the seminars will offer literature, free diabetic products, demonstrations of products such as meters, and information on services for diabetic patients. Diet and proper care techniques for managing the disease will be discussed and refreshments will be served. The seminars will be held at the following Omaha Public Library locations: * April 14, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Millard Branch, 13214 Westwood Ln. A special session featuring Dr. Robert Brown and Diabetic Educator Julie Evans will be presented at 11:15 a.m. * April 28, 12:30–3:30 p.m., W. Clarke Swanson Branch, 9101 W. Dodge Rd. Foot care for diabetics. * May 12, 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., Milton R. Abrahams Branch, 5111 N. 90 St. Diabetic health and care. The seminars are co-sponsored by Omaha Public Library, Familymed Center, and LifeScan, the company that pioneered the modern era of blood glucose monitoring. Reservations to attend the seminars may be made by contacting Tracey at 493-4400 extension 1012. For information on other diabetic seminars, visit familymedhealth.com. For information on other free programs at Omaha Public Library’s 11 locations, visit omahapubliclibrary.org Contact: Linda Trout, 402-444-4838, ltrout@omahapubliclibrary.org Tracey Johnson, 402-493-4400 ex 1012, mapa2pj@aol.com

Nebraska Renaissance Faire

Where: Scary Acres

Date: 2007-05-26 11:00:00

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From the official website: The renaissance returns! Come join our rogues, pirates, and wenches for two days of family fun at Giles Castle near Omaha. 5th Annual Nebraska Renaissance Faire and Medieval Pageant May 26-27-28, 2007 - Omaha, NE Dates: May 26-27-28, 2007 Times: 11am-6pm Cost: $10 adults, $5 kids (8-14), tots free. Three-day ($18) and two-day ($15) passes available.

Big Damn Film Festival

Where: Doubletree Guest Suites

Date: 2007-05-12 00:00:00

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Independent Film Festival. Day passes and block passes available at different rates. See event website to order passes. See pdf for film schedule.

Midnights at Dundee - Fritz the Cat

Where: Dundee Theatre

Date: 2007-06-09 23:59:00

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Fritz the Cat on IMDB. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please note the theatre rules at the event page!! Also: From their website: Midnight Movies Typically midnight movies are $5 per person and no discounts are offered. Every so often a new film or special engagement will run as part of our midnight series and the ticket price will be raised according to the wishes of the distributors. The change in price will be noted in the flyers, on this website, on the showtime line, and at the box office. If no price is listed, you can safely assume the cost is $5. No refunds after ticket is purchased. Purchase/Payment Information Tickets for the main feature go on sale 30 minutes before showtime, tickets to midnight shows can be purchased the day of the show only. We accept cash and personal checks only, no debit/credit cards.

AppleJack Festival

Where: Nebraska City Tourism & Commerce, Inc.

Date: 2007-09-15 00:00:00

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The 39th Annual AppleJack Festival 2007 is hosted in Nebraska City; well-known for its apple orchards, it should be no surprise that the historic community celebrates the apple harvest all weekend long. The celebration includes: All-You-Can-Eat Waffle Feed featuring 9” malted Belgian waffles and introducing Apple-Cinnamon flavored waffles with your choice of Nine Delicious Toppings. AppleJam Fest is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for people of all ages. Enjoy Giant Inflatable games, Children’s Creative Activities, the Kiddie Train, Face Painting, Radar Throw, Live Entertainment, and Apple Pie Eating Contest. We’re pleased to introduce the Lincoln Children’s Museum, the NEW Apple Bar, other great food, fun drinks, and even more fun & games. Not only is there MORE, it’s all day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Our Biggest Parade of the Year. “Cider-Licious” is the theme and the parade features the Marching Band Competition. Pick Your Own Apples – Check it out at Arbor Day Farm and Kimmel Orchard. Car enthusiasts will not want to miss the AppleJack Car Show lining Central Avenue on Sunday, Sep. 17. Enjoy Stock and Modified Cars, Trucks, Sports Cars, and Motorcycles. Huge variety of Craft Shows all over Historic Nebraska City. Choose to walk or run in the AppleJack Fun Run/Walk sponsored by the Alpha Omega Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi. Enjoy a 5 Mile Run/Walk and don’t miss the 1 Mile Kid’s Run. Nebraska Meat Outlet hosts the Cargill Truckload Meat Sale. It’s downtown, 1-block from AppleJam Fest. The Missouri River Basin Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center is commemorating The Return Trip of The Lewis & Clark Expedition with Riverboat Cruises and other discovery activities. Show your strengths at the AppleJack Strongman Contest brought to you by the Ambassador Wellness Center.

Midnights at Dundee - Princess Bride

Where: Dundee Theatre

Date: 2007-08-31 00:00:00

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Fri & Sat night @ midnight Midnight Movies Typically midnight movies are $5 per person and no discounts are offered. Every so often a new film or special engagement will run as part of our midnight series and the ticket price will be raised according to the wishes of the distributors. The change in price will be noted in the flyers, on this website, on the showtime line, and at the box office. If no price is listed, you can safely assume the cost is $5. No refunds after ticket is purchased. Purchase/Payment Information Tickets for the main feature go on sale 30 minutes before showtime, tickets to midnight shows can be purchased the day of the show only. We accept cash and personal checks only, no debit/credit cards.

Midnights at Dundee - Fight Club

Where: Dundee Theatre

Date: 2007-04-20 23:59:00

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Freaky. Wild. Must. Seee. Again. Please note the theatre rules at the event page!! Also: From their website: Midnight Movies Typically midnight movies are $5 per person and no discounts are offered. Every so often a new film or special engagement will run as part of our midnight series and the ticket price will be raised according to the wishes of the distributors. The change in price will be noted in the flyers, on this website, on the showtime line, and at the box office. If no price is listed, you can safely assume the cost is $5. No refunds after ticket is purchased. Purchase/Payment Information Tickets for the main feature go on sale 30 minutes before showtime, tickets to midnight shows can be purchased the day of the show only. We accept cash and personal checks only, no debit/creidt cards.

Total Lunar Eclipse

Where: Neale Woods Nature Center

Date: 2008-02-20 19:30:00

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From the website: The following programs are at the Millard Observatory at Neale Woods Nature Center. If cloudy conditions prevent sky viewing, an indoor presentation will be offered. Member Admission: $4 adults / $3 children Non-member Admission: $6 adults / $4 children Ages: 5 and older Wednesday, February 20th Total Lunar Eclipse 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. A total lunar eclipse during February’s full hunger moon will be a sight to see. The Moon’s disk can take on a dramatically colorful appearance from bright orange to blood red to dark brown. Join us for this unique view of our planet’s lone satellite.

Family Fun Day

Where: Joslyn Art Museum

Date: 2008-04-27 13:00:00

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Families can enjoy a day of art, education and entertainment themed around the exhibition 'Elegance of the Qing Court.'