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2018 Events

Florence is proud of its events. From May to New Years, we have our major events, and the Florentine Players have events throughout the year; read more details on each one. Several events are yearly neighborhood traditions. "Florence Days" is celebrated in May. The holiday season is celebrated with Christmas Tree Lighting in Florence Park by the Florence Historical Foundation, along with the annual Gingerbread display at the Mormon Trail Center from near Thanksgiving until the end of the year. Florence organization meeting dates are shown on the organizations page.

Some events are recurring events. If we have not been provided final data for the current year, some dates shown may be based on past year information, and as such will show "Tentative" before the date. Some details for "later-in-the-year" events may change. Check with any contacts for confirmation. Florence Futures Foundation makes an effort to provide accurate information, however, we do not guarantee the accuracy of any event details.

2018 Events in Historic Florence:

All 2018 events have not been officially supplied. Some items on this page have been deducted from the 2017 schedule, and are likely correct.

January 2018
- Sunday, Jan. 7th, 2018:
  - Florentine Players audition for Starkweather “Starkweather - The Story of the Starkweather Murders”
    - Time: 7:00 P.M.*
      Auditions: 402-312-3785
      Located at Florence City Hall, 2864 State Street ()
- Monday, Jan. 8th, 2018:
  - Florentine Players audition for Starkweather “Starkweather - The Story of the Starkweather Murders”
    - Time: 7:00 P.M.
      Auditions: 402-312-3785
      Located at Florence City Hall, 2864 State Street ()
- Sunday, Jan. 14th, 2018 at 2 P.M.-3 P.M.:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
    - “Story of the New York Times Mural”
      - “painted by American cartographer, Eugene Kingman (1909-1975), 2nd director of the Joslyn Art Museum”*
      - Presented by Maureen McCann Waldron
      - The mural that Eugene Kingman painted (1946/1948) while living in Omaha is a view of what Earth would look like from Outer Space, before we had satellites images. It was commissioned for the New York Times.
        
        The mural hung in the New York Times lobby for 40 years (1948-late 1980s). Badly needing a restoration, it was moved into storage. When the NYT offices moved, the mural moved as well, but not having been restored, it remained in storage. Within the last decade, a growing number of people in Omaha have worked to bring the mural home. After being restored, it now hangs in the Omaha Public Library in downtown Omaha.
        
        The Second Sunday presentation will tell about the fantastic journey of the mural and the artist.
    - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11B ()
    - The talk is free for DCHS members; A $5 donation is requested of non-members.
    - Reservations are required. Please e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 to reserve your spot.
- Wednesday, Jan. 31st, 2018 (Last Wednesday of month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Reader's Circle:
    - Reckless Creed
      - by Alex Kava
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - If you are interested in participating in the Reader's Circle, please call 402-455-9990 ext. 100 or e-mail members@douglascohistory.org.
    - The talk is $5 for DCHS members, $10 for non-members. Special thanks to our sponsor Duggars Cafe who will be providing treats for participants.
    - Seating is limited to 20 participants
    - Reservations Required
    - Reservations and Information e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 x101
    - Website: Douglas County Historical Society
    - Reader's Circle will focus on authors from Douglas County. The club will meet monthly, at noon at the Crook House Museum. We have a casual and intimate roundtable discussion, where the audience has the opportunity to get up close and personal with the authors. Each program concludes with a book signing and time to meet one-on-one with the featured author.
February 2018
- Saturday, Feb. 10th, 2018:
  - Florentine Players 6th Annual Battle of the Improv All-Stars
    - BOTTOMLESS Cup of Beer for $5
    - 402BBQ Truck will be on site before the show
    - Time: 7:00 P.M.
    - Tickets: $10
    - Doors open at 6:00
      Show starts at 7:00
    - Due to potential language and themes, this is an 18+ only show
    - Reservations: 402-455-6341
    - Located at Florence City Hall, 2864 State Street ()
- Sunday, Feb. 11th, 2018 at 2 P.M.-3 P.M.:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
    - “Doris Stevens: Omaha's Forgotten Suffrage Leader”
      - Presented by Dr. Sally Bisson-Best, J.D., Associate Professor at College of St. Mary
      - Dr. Sally Bisson-Best discusses Doris Stevens, an Omaha native and one of the first suffragettes, as well as the Women's Suffrage in the early 1900s.
        
        Doris Stevens was born in Omaha in 1892 and graduated from high school in 1905. She was one of the most influential leaders in getting women the right to vote and worked internationally for women's equality.
    - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11B ()
    - The talk is free for DCHS members; A $5 donation is requested of non-members.
    - Reservations are required. Please e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 to reserve your spot.
- Wednesday, Feb. 28th, 2018 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers Circle:
    - “Georgia's Secret: A Woman's Story of Adversity & Success”
      - Presented by Elaine Jabenis
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - If you are interested in participating in the Reader's Circle, please call 402-455-9990 ext. 100 or e-mail members@douglascohistory.org.
    - The talk is $5 for DCHS members, $10 for non-members. Special thanks to our sponsor Duggars Cafe who will be providing treats for participants.
    - Seating is limited to 20 participants
    - Reservations Required
    - Reservations and Information e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 x101
    - Website: Douglas County Historical Society
    - Reader's Circle will focus on authors from Douglas County. The club will meet monthly, at noon at the Crook House Museum. We have a casual and intimate roundtable discussion, where the audience has the opportunity to get up close and personal with the authors. Each program concludes with a book signing and time to meet one-on-one with the featured author.
March 2018
- Thursday, Mar. 8th – Sunday, 11th, 2018 (Thu-Fri-Sat-Sun):
  - FCT Studio Series •
    “Starkweather - The Story of the Starkweather Murders”
    - Ticket Prices: $? (details not published yet).
      Doors open 6:00 P.M. (one hour before curtain).
      Show starts at 7:00 P.M. Fri-Sat-Sun
      Located at Florence City Hall, 2864 State Street ()
      Information: 402-455-6341
  - Auditions for this show: February 7th & 8th (Sunday-Monday) – 7:00 P.M.
- Sunday, Mar. 11th, 2018 at 2 P.M.-3 P.M.:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
    - Omaha's Delicious History: Stories from "Lost Restaurants of Omaha"
      - Presented by Kim Reiner
      - Come hear about past restaurants in Omaha and learn about the history of some of the most beloved places to eat. Presented by author Kim Reiner who wrote the book, Lost Restaurants in Omaha.
    - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11B ()
    - The talk is free for DCHS members; A $5 donation is requested of non-members.
    - Reservations are required. Please e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 to reserve your spot.
- Sunday, Mar. 25th, 2018 (Palm Sunday):
  - St. Philip Neri Church Annual Roast Beef Dinner
    - Location: St Philip Neri Blessed Sacrament Parish at 8200 N 30th St (In Omaha's Historic Florence Area)
    - Event Start Time: 11:30 am
    - Event End Time: 6:00 P.M.
    - Event Cost: Adults: $10.00; Seniors(65+): $8; Kids (6-12): $5.00; Under 5: Free
    - Contact Phone: Rim Kiuntke / 402-571-8600
      Invites you to their Annual Roast Beef Dinner on Palm Sunday, March 25^th from 11:30 - 6:00 P.M., downstairs in the Parish Center.
      Featuring tender sliced roast beef with all the fixings, and delicious homemade salads & desserts. Takeouts available too!
      Elevator also available for handicap access.
      Located at St Philip Neri Blessed Sacrament Parish, 8200 N 30th Street ()
- Wednesday, Mar. 28th, 2018 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers Circle:
    - “Two Gun Hart”
      - Presented by Jeff McArthur
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - If you are interested in participating in the Reader's Circle, please call 402-455-9990 ext. 100 or e-mail members@douglascohistory.org.
    - The talk is $5 for DCHS members, $10 for non-members. Special thanks to our sponsor Duggars Cafe who will be providing treats for participants.
    - Seating is limited to 20 participants
    - Reservations Required
    - Reservations and Information e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 x101
    - Website: Douglas County Historical Society
    - Reader's Circle will focus on authors from Douglas County. The club will meet monthly, at noon at the Crook House Museum. We have a casual and intimate roundtable discussion, where the audience has the opportunity to get up close and personal with the authors. Each program concludes with a book signing and time to meet one-on-one with the featured author.
April 2018
- Sunday, Apr. 8th, 2018 at 2 P.M.-3 P.M.:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
    - “History & Reconstruction of M's Pub”
      - Presented by Gary Bowen
    - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11B ()
    - The talk is free for DCHS members; A $5 donation is requested of non-members.
    - Reservations are required. Please e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 to reserve your spot.
- Saturday, Apr. 21st, 2018 at 12 P.M.-3 P.M.:
  - Douglas County Historical Society 8th Annual Women Defining History Luncheon and Runway Show:
    - Honoring League of Women Voters of Greater Omaha
      - This year, we are thrilled to honor the League of Women Voters of Greater Omaha, who encourages informed and active participation in government and works to increase awareness and understanding of major public policy issues through education and advocacy. We will also specially recognize women at the event who are members of both organizations.
        
        DCHS works to enliven and preserve historical insight in Douglas County. Through this annual vintage runway show, we invite the community to join us and experience the history of Omaha! The theme for this year’s event is Chanel to Saddle Shoes: Fashions from the 1950s featuring ‘Yesterday’s Lady’ Sue McLain, sponsored by Humanities Nebraska.
    - You can buy raffle tickets ahead of time or at the event for $5 each, 3 for $10, or 7 for $20. Raffle items include Omaha Steaks gift basket, Wine and Cheese tray, College World Series tickets, 14-karat gold earrings, and more. Silent auction packages include Vera Bradley bag, Tommy Bahama margarita basket, Designer bowl and throw, Williams-Sonoma gift basket, and more.
    - 12 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College's Institute of Culinary Arts Swanson Conference Center
    - 5730 N. 30 St, #11B ()
    - Tickets are available online for this event at Douglas County Historical Society.
      - Tickets range from $55 for DCHS members to $65 for non-members
      - Patron Champagne Reception $85
    - Please call 402-455-9990 to reserve your spot.
    - Questions: Outreach@DouglasCoHistory.org
- Wednesday, Apr. 25th, 2018 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers Circle:
    - “The Song of the Lark”
      - Presented by Willa Cather
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - If you are interested in participating in the Reader's Circle, please call 402-455-9990 ext. 100 or e-mail members@douglascohistory.org.
    - The talk is $5 for DCHS members, $10 for non-members. Special thanks to our sponsor Duggars Cafe who will be providing treats for participants.
    - Seating is limited to 20 participants
    - Reservations Required
    - Reservations and Information e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 x101
    - Website: Douglas County Historical Society
    - Reader's Circle will focus on authors from Douglas County. The club will meet monthly, at noon at the Crook House Museum. We have a casual and intimate roundtable discussion, where the audience has the opportunity to get up close and personal with the authors. Each program concludes with a book signing and time to meet one-on-one with the featured author.
May 2018
- Sunday, May 6th, 2018 at 2 P.M.-3 P.M. No second Sunday talk due to this event:
  - Douglas County Historical Society – Standing Bear Commemoration Annual Standing Bear Commemoration:
    - This year, we are honoring Chief Standing Bear through a variety books and stories told about his life. On Sunday, May 6th DCHS will host Stories of Standing Bear. There will be a panel discussion and book review of both adult and children books. More details to come!
      - Every year DCHS revisits the story of Standing Bear in commemoration of the historic court case Standing Bear v. Crook. The landmark 1879 case took place in Omaha and established that Native Americans are “persons within the meaning of the law” and have the right of habeas corpus.
    - This event is free and open to the public, but reservations are required as seating is limited. Please contact Douglas County Historical Society at 402.455.9990, or e-mail us at members@douglascohistory.org.
    - Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, General Crook House Museum, Lower Level
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11B ()
- Thursday, May 10th – Saturday, 12th, 2018 (Thu-Fri-Sat):
  - Florentine Players • 55th Annual Melodrama,
    Love Potion #9 or “All is Love in Fair and War”
    - Ticket Prices: $10, Seniors & Groups of 8 or more: $8; available by mail, or at the door.
      Doors open 6:00 P.M. (one hour before curtain).
      Show starts at 7:00 P.M. Thu-Fri-Sat
      Located at Florence City Hall, 2864 State Street ()
      Information: 402-455-6341
  - Auditions for this show: Very Tentative:* February 11th & 12th (Sunday-Monday) – 7:00 P.M.
- Saturday, May 12th – Sunday, 13th, 2018 (2nd full weekend of May), 10 A.M. – ?:
  - 60th Annual Florence Days
    The Florence Days Newspaper (online version) – The Florence Days News Center Spread
    - All of our attractions were open Saturday and Sunday.
    - Saturday Only:
      - Florence Days Parade, 1-3:00 P.M. from Miller Park to McKinley Street.
        
        Parade Announcement
        
        Drill Team Judging and Prizes
        
        There are always new entries in the parade. See Parade Details
        
        See pictures from the 2007 parade.
      - "Saturday events "Family Ties: The Art of the Apron." at Florence Mill (()) 402-551-1233
        
        Times: 1 P.M. – 5 P.M.
      - "Performer: Cirkle of Fifths" at D's Frontier Bar (()) 402-451-9610
        
        Times: 3 P.M. – 7 P.M.
      - "Performer Shadow Ridge" at Kelley's North Bowl, (8701 N 30th St ()) 402-453-5500
        
        Times: 5 P.M. – 10 P.M.
- Wednesday, May 30th, 2018 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers Circle:
    - “My Antonia”
      - Presented by Willa Cather
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - If you are interested in participating in the Reader's Circle, please call 402-455-9990 ext. 100 or e-mail members@douglascohistory.org.
    - The talk is $5 for DCHS members, $10 for non-members. Special thanks to our sponsor Duggars Cafe who will be providing treats for participants.
    - Seating is limited to 20 participants
    - Reservations Required
    - Reservations and Information e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 x101
    - Website: Douglas County Historical Society
    - Reader's Circle will focus on authors from Douglas County. The club will meet monthly, at noon at the Crook House Museum. We have a casual and intimate roundtable discussion, where the audience has the opportunity to get up close and personal with the authors. Each program concludes with a book signing and time to meet one-on-one with the featured author.
June 2018
- Sunday, Jun. 3rd, 2018 at 2 P.M.-4:30 P.M.:
  - Douglas County Historical Society – Tapestry of Diversity Part 1: The Irish in Omaha 1854-2004:
    - A Three-part ethnic series on the different cultures that immigrated to Omaha.
      - 2 P.M.–Building #10, Room #110
        The Irish in Omaha: 1854-2004 presented by
        County Commissioner James P. Cavanaugh
        
        3 P.M.–General Crook House Museum
        Irish stew, soda bread, and beverages
        
        3:30 P.M.–General Crook House Museum
        Craoi na Tire Studio of Irish Dance
        Performance
    - Reservations Required - Not accepting reservations at the door
    - Tickets: $5 for members, $10 for non-members, $20 for a family of four. Reservations must be paid by May 28th, 2018. Please contact Douglas County Historical Society at 402.455.9990, or e-mail us at members@douglascohistory.org.
    - Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, General Crook House Museum, Lower Level
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11B ()
- Sunday, Jun. 10th, 2018 at 2 P.M.-3 P.M.:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
    - “History of Bemis Park Neighborhood”
    - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11B ()
    - The talk is free for DCHS members; A $5 donation is requested of non-members.
    - Reservations are required. Please e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 to reserve your spot.
- Wednesday, Jun. 27th, 2018 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers Circle:
    - “Born to Fly: Untold Story of the Downed American Reconnaissance Plane”
      - Presented by Shane Osborn
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - If you are interested in participating in the Reader's Circle, please call 402-455-9990 ext. 100 or e-mail members@douglascohistory.org.
    - The talk is $5 for DCHS members, $10 for non-members. Special thanks to our sponsor Duggars Cafe who will be providing treats for participants.
    - Seating is limited to 20 participants
    - Reservations Required
    - Reservations and Information e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 x101
    - Website: Douglas County Historical Society
    - Reader's Circle will focus on authors from Douglas County. The club will meet monthly, at noon at the Crook House Museum. We have a casual and intimate roundtable discussion, where the audience has the opportunity to get up close and personal with the authors. Each program concludes with a book signing and time to meet one-on-one with the featured author.
July 2018
- Sunday, Jul. 8th, 2018 at 2 P.M.-3 P.M.:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
    - “History of Omaha Country Club”
      - Presented by Gary Bowen and Dennis Mihelich
    - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11B ()
    - The talk is free for DCHS members; A $5 donation is requested of non-members.
    - Reservations are required. Please e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 to reserve your spot.
- Sunday, Jul. 15th, 2018 at 2 P.M.-5 P.M.:
  - Douglas County Historical Society – Tapestry of Diversity Part 2: Romania by Nicolae Roddy:
    - A Three-part ethnic series on the different cultures that immigrated to Omaha.
    - Reservations Required - Not accepting reservations at the door
    - Tickets: $5 for members, $10 for non-members, $20 for a family of four. Reservations must be paid by June ____, 2018. Please contact Douglas County Historical Society at 402.455.9990, or e-mail us at members@douglascohistory.org.
    - Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, General Crook House Museum, Lower Level
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11B ()
- Wednesday, Jul. 25th, 2018 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers Circle:
    - “A Garden in Paris”
      - Presented by Stephanie Grace Whitson
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - If you are interested in participating in the Reader's Circle, please call 402-455-9990 ext. 100 or e-mail members@douglascohistory.org.
    - The talk is $5 for DCHS members, $10 for non-members. Special thanks to our sponsor Duggars Cafe who will be providing treats for participants.
    - Seating is limited to 20 participants
    - Reservations Required
    - Reservations and Information e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 x101
    - Website: Douglas County Historical Society
    - Reader's Circle will focus on authors from Douglas County. The club will meet monthly, at noon at the Crook House Museum. We have a casual and intimate roundtable discussion, where the audience has the opportunity to get up close and personal with the authors. Each program concludes with a book signing and time to meet one-on-one with the featured author.
August 2018
- Thursday, Aug. 2nd – Saturday, 4th, 2018 (Thu-Fri-Sat):
  - Florentine Players – Annual Comedy Farce – (Ken Ludwig's) “Moon Over Buffalo”
    Information 402-871-8791
    Reservations: 402-455-6341
    Time: Doors open at 6:00 P.M.; show starts at 7:00 P.M.
    Located at Florence City Hall, 2864 State Street ()
  - Auditions for this show: May 20th & 21st (Sunday 7:00 P.M.*) and (Monday 7:00 P.M.)
- Sunday, Aug. 19th, 2018 at 10 A.M.:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Vintage Wheels at the Fort
    - Douglas County Historical Society is proud to be partnering with the Meadowlark Model A Ford Club and Baxter Ford to bring you another year of showcasing automobile history at Fort Omaha.
    - Featuring pre-1965 cars, this FREE event is meant to be fun for the whole family. Last year's event welcomed over 70 vehicles to the Fort and this year's event is expected to draw an even bigger and more diverse crowd of classic cars.
    - Transport yourself through time with rides around The Fort in a variety of vintage vehicles including: Model As, Model Ts, and many more. The chance to engage with automobile history like this doesn't come often, so don't miss your opportunity to step back into time. In addition to the cars, there will plenty of other activities to enjoy throughout the day.
    - Past year entertainment has been provided with performances by the 1st Nebraska Volunteers Brass Band, Ed Svoboda's Red Raven Orchestra, Humanities Nebraska's Helen Waring-Johnson and the “Craoi na Tire” Irish Dancers. There will also be fun crafts for the whole family including patriotic pinwheels and an automobile assembly line to take home your own crafted car.
    - The General Crook House Museum will be offering FREE admission to encourage visitors to visit the new interactive exhibit, Big Noise in the Heartland: Omaha Broadcasting. The Meadowlark Model A Ford Club will have lunch, drinks, and snacks available for purchase.
    - Free and open to the public for the event and for the General Crook House Museum (located on the Fort)
    - Details:
      - From 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
      - Location: Metropolitan Community College, General Crook House 5730 N. 30th Street, #11B ()
      - The General Crook House will have open hours from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
- Sunday, Aug. 26th, 2018 at 2 P.M.-5 P.M.:
  - Douglas County Historical Society – Tapestry of Diversity Part 3: Sudanese Refugees in Omaha:
    - A Three-part ethnic series on the different cultures that immigrated to Omaha.
      - 2 P.M.–Building #10, Room #110
        Sudanese Refugees in Omaha:
        Alana Schriver, OPS Refugee Specialist, and Elizabeth Ajongo, Heartland Family Service Refugee Advocate and from South Sudan, will present on the Sudan and South Sudan culture of the region and discuss the refugee settlement in Omaha.
        
        Afterwards, there will be traditional Sudanese okra stew and beverages at the General Crook House Museum.
        
        The Tapestry of Diversity series is sponsored by Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Memorial Foundation.
    - Reservations Required - Not accepting reservations at the door
    - Tickets: $5 for members, $10 for non-members, $20 for a family of four. Reservations must be paid by July ____, 2018. Please contact Douglas County Historical Society at 402.455.9990, or e-mail us at members@douglascohistory.org.
    - Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, General Crook House Museum, Lower Level
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11B ()
- Wednesday, Aug. 29th, 2018 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers Circle:
    - “Marking Time: Nebraska's Historic Places”
      - Presented by Steve & Bobbi Olson, David L. Bristow
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - If you are interested in participating in the Reader's Circle, please call 402-455-9990 ext. 100 or e-mail members@douglascohistory.org.
    - The talk is $5 for DCHS members, $10 for non-members. Special thanks to our sponsor Duggars Cafe who will be providing treats for participants.
    - Seating is limited to 20 participants
    - Reservations Required
    - Reservations and Information e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 x101
    - Website: Douglas County Historical Society
    - Reader's Circle will focus on authors from Douglas County. The club will meet monthly, at noon at the Crook House Museum. We have a casual and intimate roundtable discussion, where the audience has the opportunity to get up close and personal with the authors. Each program concludes with a book signing and time to meet one-on-one with the featured author.
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- Sunday, Sep. 9th, 2018 (Sunday):
  - Taste of Florence: ATTENTION (Event has been CANCELED for 2018)
    - Time: 1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
    - Admission:
      - General Admission - $18
      - Children 5 to 12 years - $8
      - Children under 5 years - Free!
    - Attendees will receive entrance to the event as well as food tastings, access to all activities and live music. There will also be a beer garden for an additional charge.
    - Florence Home Healthcare 7915 N. 30 St ()
    - Website: Taste of Florence at Omaha Senior Care
- Wednesday, Sep. 26th, 2018 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers Circle:
    - “Compromise with Sin”
      - Presented by Leanna Englert
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - If you are interested in participating in the Reader's Circle, please call 402-455-9990 ext. 100 or e-mail members@douglascohistory.org.
    - The talk is $5 for DCHS members, $10 for non-members. Special thanks to our sponsor Duggars Cafe who will be providing treats for participants.
    - Seating is limited to 20 participants
    - Reservations Required
    - Reservations and Information e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 x101
    - Website: Douglas County Historical Society
    - Reader's Circle will focus on authors from Douglas County. The club will meet monthly, at noon at the Crook House Museum. We have a casual and intimate roundtable discussion, where the audience has the opportunity to get up close and personal with the authors. Each program concludes with a book signing and time to meet one-on-one with the featured author.
October 2018 • Back
- Saturday, Oct. 6th – Sunday, 7th, 2018:
  - North Hills Pottery Tour at the Florence Mill
    - Located at Florence Mill, 9102 N 30th Street ()
    - Times (Extended hours):
      - Saturday: 10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.
      - Sunday: 10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
    - Full Pottery Tour details
    - Information: 402-551-1233
- Tentative:* Dates not decided yet but could be around Sunday, Oct. 14th, 2018
  - Ponca Hills Volunteer Fire Department: Annual Pancake Fundraiser
    - Location: The Fire Barn
      (12919 Ponca RD ()).
      Time: 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
      402-453-6656
- Thursday, Oct. 25th – Saturday, 27th, 2018 (Thu-Fri-Sat) :
  - Florentine Players – 2018 October – Florence Horror Show – The Vultures
    A Variety Show
    - Ticket Prices: $15 (Reservations required).
    - In past years:
      - $15 gets a cup and unlimited beer. Snacks available.
      - Dress for the occasion! (Hint: The Audience is part of the melodrama).
    - Reservations: 402-871-8791
    - Time: Doors open at 6:00 P.M.; show starts at 7:00 P.M.
    - Located at Florence City Hall, 2864 State Street ()
    - Auditions for this show:Very Tentative:* August 26th & 27th (Sunday 7:00 P.M.*) and (Monday 7:00 P.M.)
- Wednesday, Oct. 31st, 2018 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers Circle:
    - “Pro Bono: The 18-Year Defense of Caril Ann Fugate”
      - Presented by Jeff McArthur
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - If you are interested in participating in the Reader's Circle, please call 402-455-9990 ext. 100 or e-mail members@douglascohistory.org.
    - The talk is $5 for DCHS members, $10 for non-members. Special thanks to our sponsor Duggars Cafe who will be providing treats for participants.
    - Seating is limited to 20 participants
    - Reservations Required
    - Reservations and Information e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 x101
    - Website: Douglas County Historical Society
    - Reader's Circle will focus on authors from Douglas County. The club will meet monthly, at noon at the Crook House Museum. We have a casual and intimate roundtable discussion, where the audience has the opportunity to get up close and personal with the authors. Each program concludes with a book signing and time to meet one-on-one with the featured author.
November 2018 • Back
- Saturday, Nov. 10th, 2018:
  - Douglas County Historical Society - T.B.D.
    - Gerald Charles Dickens performs
      - T.B.D.
    - 6:00 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. at Douglas County Historical Society General Crook House Museum
    - Address: 5730 N. 30 St, #11B ()
    - Reservations Required
    - Prices not currently known or set, but generally, Cost: $75 per person, ticket includes cocktails and hors d'oeuvres
    - Reservations and Information: Phone: 402-455-9990 to purchase tickets to this performance.
- Saturday, Nov. 17th, 2018:
  - Breakfast with Santa
    Location: Florence City Hall, 2864 State Street ()
    - Photos with Santa (bring your own camera)
    - Pancakes
    - Time from 9 A.M. to 11 P.M.
    - Admission: Free
- Very Tentative:* Saturday, Nov. 17th – Monday, Dec. 31st, 2018:
  - Mormon Trail Center Gingerbread House Display
    - Theme: (not determined yet)
    - 8283 N. 34th Street ()
      View times: 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. 402-453-9372.
      Gingerbread House Display is open to the public. See Mormon Trail Center page for more details.
December 2018 • Back
- Very Tentative:* Saturday, Nov. 17th – Monday, Dec. 31st, 2018:
  - Mormon Trail Center Gingerbread House Display
    - Theme: (not determined yet)
    - 8283 N. 34th Street ()
      View times: 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. 402-453-9372.
      Gingerbread House Display is open to the public. See Mormon Trail Center page for more details.
- Tentative:* Sunday, Dec. 2nd, 2018:
  - Annual Bank Open House
    Location: 8502 N. 30th at Mormon St., 8502 N. 30th St ()
    - Coffee and Cocoa will be served.
    - No reservation is required.
    - The Bank of Florence will have open hours from 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
      - Come get your picture taken with Santa.
- Tentative:* Saturday, Dec. 22nd, 2018:
  - Florentine Players Caroling Party
    - Starts at Florence City Hall, 2864 State Street ()
      From 5:30 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. The bus leaves promptly at 6:00 P.M.
      Information: 402-880-9402
      Bring drink, appetizer, and soup to share.
      We visit shut-ins to sing. See Details for full itinerary

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2017 Events in Florence

We rest and prepare for another year from January to early May, although there will be Florentine Players performances starting in January or February, and the Douglas County Historical Society will have monthly events. Check our Events page for details and final dates as we learn about them.