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Tacotopia, Classic Car Show, Future Omaha Library

October 04, 2024

Good morning, Omaha! The weekend is here, and it’s time to unwind and recharge. Whether you're planning a fun outing, catching up with friends, or simply enjoying some downtime, make the most of these moments. Relax, savor the good times, and let this weekend bring you joy, laughter, and a fresh start for the week ahead! You deserve it! In today’s Omaha Scoop:

  • Tacotopia

  • Classic Car Show

  • Future Omaha library

Let’s get into it!

Future Omaha Library wins design award 📖

HDR and Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture, both Omaha-based firms, have been recognized with the "Merit Award, Unbuilt Category" from the American Institute of Architects for their design of a new library. The $150 million, 96,000-square-foot, three-story building is currently under construction and set to open in 2026 at the southwest corner of 72nd and Dodge Street.

Scoops of the Week

Friday

Tacotopia 🌮 - Celebrate National Taco Day at NFM with a festive evening honoring Hispanic Heritage Month. Enjoy cultural performances, food trucks, a mechanical bull, and family-friendly activities like face painting and crafts. Support local vendors and experience a lively celebration for all ages! 5-9pm, 700 S 72nd St

Saturday

Classic Car Show 🚗 - Support a great cause by attending a car show that benefits Habitat for Humanity Council Bluffs and The 712 Initiative’s Rock the Block. Enjoy a day filled with amazing cars, food trucks, live music, and raffles. It’s a fantastic way to spend the day while helping the community, so come out and be part of the fun! 9am-3pm, Habitat for Humanity Council Bluffs

Dogtober 🐕 - Celebrate Dogtober with your furry friends at Defiance! Enjoy a day of visiting rescues, vendors, and delicious food. Highlights include an Adopt-A-Dog Parade, dog training advice from expert Christina Ferency, and a dog costume contest with cash prizes. Meet adorable rescue dogs on-site, and maybe even find a new family member. Bring your fur babies and join the fun while supporting local animal rescues! 10am-3pm, 4940 South 72nd Street

Omaha Farmers Market🌽- Stop by on Sunday for the city’s best selection of fruits, veggies, fresh-cut flowers, gourmet baked goods, meat, cheeses, specialty items, and more! 9-1 pm, Old Market

Sunday

Omaha Farmers Market🌽- Stop by on Sunday for the city’s best selection of fruits, veggies, fresh-cut flowers, gourmet baked goods, meat, cheeses, specialty items, and more! 9-1 pm, Old Market

A Swirl of Events

The Evening Delights

Live Music

Friday

  • John Fino | Cellar 44 | 6:00pm

  • Ro Rempel Band | Sonnys | 7:00pm

  • High Vis | Waiting Room | 7:00pm tickets

  • Turnover | The Slowdown | 7:00pm tickets

  • Fission | Jewell | 7:30pm

  • Estrogen Projection | The Sydney | 8:00pm

  • Brigitte Calls Me Baby | Reverb Lounge | 8:00pm tickets

  • Karaoke | Winchester | 9:00pm

  • Ca5per + DJ Maxamilian + Venexus | The B Bar | 9:30pm

Saturday

  • Nice Enough | Waiting Room | 5:30pm tickets

  • Fontaines D.C. | The Slowdown | 7:00pm

  • Sons of No One | Reverb Lounge | 7:00pm tickets

  • Mitch Towne Trio | Jewell | 7:30pm

  • Creeper | Barnato | 8:00pm tickets

  • Special Interest | The Sydney | 8pm tickets

  • Karaoke | Winchester | 9:00pm

  • Citizen Steely Dan | The B Bar | 6:30pm

Sunday

  • American Aquarium | Waiting Room | 7:00pm tickets

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Thank You!

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