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Deer Park Neighborhood Association monthly meeting 
Wed Sep 8 7:00 pm. 
The DPNA meets the second Wednesday of each month.  
Sheet Metal Workers Union Hall.
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Wednesday Film Series: Los Albaniles (The Bricklayers) 
Wed Sep 8 5:45 pm. 
El Museo Latino in collaboration with the Consulate of Mexico in Omaha presents this film series in commemoration of Mexico's Bi-Centennial ad Centennial celebration.  
El Museo Latino.
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LEGO Club 
Wed Sep 8 4:30 pm. 
Play the new board game LEGO Creationary or use your imagination to build anything you want with regular LEGOs. Snacks will be provided. Please pre-register for this event at the library or on our website. 
A.V. Sorensen Public Library.
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Community Potluck Dinner 
Wed Sep 8 6:00 pm. 
Please join us for a community Pot Luck meal before the meditation and Adult Education Classes. Please feel free to bring food of your own to share with the rest of the congregation. All are welcomed to participate.  
United Church of Omaha.
Free. 
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Get Crafty at Your Library 
Wed Sep 8 6:00 pm. 
Get together with fellow crafters for a creativity blast. Bring your own projects and work on your knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking or whatever you enjoy. Come show off your finished projects and check out what other people are doing. Join us each month for a social atmosphere to craft, chat and get inspired. 
Saddlebrook Public Library.
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Wednesday's in the Park 
Wed Sep 8 5:00 pm. 
Wednesdays in the Park is an opportunity for neighborhood residents to spend time with one another enjoying their community. They will have food, entertainment, games, and more! Read our story on Wednesdays in the Park here
Park East Park.
Free. 
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Heart Healthy Cooking at Lakeside 
Wed Sep 8 6:00 pm. 
Join Alegent Health as it opens the sixth season of Heart Healthy Cooking. Learn creative ways to mix vegetables with fish and chicken from executive chef Don Lewis of Immanuel Communities, formerly with the Omaha Press Club. Alegent Health Clinic cardiologist Jeffrey Carstens, M.D., will talk about new treatments in cardiovascular disease and cardiac dietitian Toni Kuehneman, R.D., will be on hand to answer your nutrition questions. To register for the event, please visit www.alegent.com/hearthealthy or call 1-800-ALEGENT. 
Alegent Health Lakeside Hospital.
$10 per person. 
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Chamber Academy: Implement a Social Media Strategy 
Wed Sep 8 8:00 am. 
Build a successful social media strategy and maximize results. Mike Losee, senior marketing manager for Snitily Carr, will help you develop compelling content, products and conversations. Use social media to create an active dialogue with your customers to build brand value and drive more sales. 
Greater Omaha Chamber - downtown office.
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September 4 Adventures with Clifford the Big Red Dog 
Wed Sep 1 10:00 am – Sunday Sep 12 5:00 pm. 
At Samuel's Fish and Chips Shack, children and adults can enter Samuel's Shack and role-play restaurant employees working together to restock the shelves, cook, clean, and serve. Kids can grab an order pad, take orders from their family and friends and total their bill at the cash register. This event run through Sep. 12th from 10 am to 5 pm Monday through Saturday from 1 pm to 5 pm on Sundays. 
Omaha Children's Museum.
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Papillion Market Faire 
Wed May 5 5:00 pm – Wednesday Sep 29 8:00 pm. 
The Papillion Market Faire, a farmer's market, arts and crafts faire and entertainment venue runs May 5-Sept. 29 Wednesdays in Papillion City Park at 84th Street and Lincoln Road. The market will be open from 5-8 p.m. 
Papillion City Park.
Free. 
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Indian Creek Golf Course Leagues Forming 
Thu Apr 1 2:50 pm – Thursday Sep 30 4:50 pm. 
Indian Creek Golf Course hosts both group and corporate leagues on Monday through Thursday. Leagues can range in size from 12 to 64 players and run from April through September. Sign your league up today. For more information call Patrick Kilbride at 289-0900, ext. 15. 
Indian Creek Golf Course.
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    The Great Bug Adventure 
    Sat Jun 26 8:00 am – Sunday Oct 3 5:00 pm. 
    An exhibit of 11 larger-than-life insect sculptures created by David Rogers can be found crawling around the boardwalk at Fontenelle Forest. The Big Bugs include a Praying Mantis, Damselfly, LadyBug and a troop of Ants. Some are as large as the trees. The Big Bugs can be seen daily from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. or Thursdays from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. from June 26-Oct. 3. 
    Fontenelle Nature Association.
    Free with regular admission.. 
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    Bellevue Farmer's Market 
    Sat May 15 8:00 am – Saturday Oct 9 1:00 pm. 
    Farmer's Market is available from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays in Washington Park. Come browse through seasonal produce and other local vendors. 
    Washington Park.
    Free. 
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    Sarpy County Chamber 2010 Grand Giveaway: Tropical Escape 
    Thu Mar 11 5:00 pm – Friday Mar 11 9:00 pm. 
    Spend a night away from the cold at the Sarpy Chamber's 2010 Grand Giveaway, March 11, 5-9 p.m. at the Embassy Suites La Vista Conference Center. The evening agenda includes food and fun with social time, an auction and raffle. Sponsorships and tickets are available. 
    Embassy Suites La Vista Conference Center.
    $50 individual; Sponsorships available. 
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