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GRIFFIN HOUSE

June 23 at Barnato, 225 N. 170 St. Musical artist Griffi n House released his new album, So On and So Forth, on March 4, and will be performing his songs this June at the Barnato. Tickets: $15-$250. 8 p.m. 402.964.2021. –barnatolounge.com

THE FLOOZIES

June 25 at Falconwood Park, 905 Allied Rd.

Electronic funk band Th e Floozies will be performing at Falconwood park this June. Following three distinct lead singles, “I Ain’t Home” featuring Dirt Monkey, “Till Gone Day” featuring hip-hop staple Tech N9ne, and “Desert Flower” Th e Floozies have released their 11-track studio album Dayglow Funk. Tickets:$37.25-$62.25. 8 p.m. 402.210.4747. –falconwoodpark.com

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BARENAKED LADIES: LAST SUMMER ON EARTH TOUR

June 25 at Stir Concert Cove-Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino & Hotel, 1 Harrah's Blvd.

Th e band Barenaked Ladies will be performing in Council Bluff s as part of their Last Summer on Earth Tour. Tickets: $45-$69+. 7 p.m. 712.329.6000. –caesars.com

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AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’

Through June 21 at Omaha Community Play-

house, 6915 Cass St. Th is show features the music of legendary jazz musician and entertainer Fats Waller in this wildly popular Tony Award-winning musical revue. Experience the contagious rhythms and electric energy that made Waller an international icon. Stars fi ve triple-threat actors and a slew of infectious jazz and swing hits. Tickets start at $42. 7.30 p.m. and 2 p.m. 402.553.0800. –omahaplayhouse.com THE CANDY PROJECT PRESENTS: GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL!

June 4-27 at Omaha Community Playhouse,

6915 Cass St Omaha, NE. Th e Candy Project, friends of OCP, display a special presentation of Gutenberg! Th e Musical! A pair of aspiring playwrights audition their newest work, a big, splashy musical about the inventor of the printing press for an audience of potential investors. Tickets: $30. Th ursday-Saturday: 7:30 p.m. and Sunday: 2 p.m. 402.553.0800. –omahaplayhouse.com

BABY SHARK LIVE!

June 5 at Ralston Arena, 7300 Q St. Th e live show is based on Pinkfong’s viral music and global dance phenomenon, Baby Shark.

Th e concert experience is for fans of all ages and shows Baby Shark joining up with his friend Pinkfong to take an adventure into the sea, singing and dancing through new and classic songs including "Five Little Monkeys," "Wheels on the Bus," "Jungle Boogie," "Monkey Banana Dance," and "Baby Shark." Tickets: $29.50 - $69.50. 2 p.m. 402.934.9966. –ralstonarena.com

TEMPORARY INSANITY

June 11-27 at Bellevue Little Theatre, 203 W.

Mission Ave. In this fast-paced farce, Collyn and Emerson run a marketing fi rm but haven’t landed a major account. A dinner invitation is extended to a potentially lucrative client who’s in town for one night. However, Emerson’s husband, Ted, has been mistakenly hypnotized and now goes through an entire gestation period every 24 hours. To ensure a smooth evening, Collyn’s husband, Mike, takes Ted out for drinks. Emerson sequesters her daughter, Rose, in her room and enlists her mother, Marie, to serve dinner. She hires an actor to play her husband. After a night of continuous mishaps, the question the plot raises is: will they still get the account? Tickets: $20 adults; $18 seniors; and $10 students. Friday-Saturday 7:30 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m. 402.291.1554. –bellevuelittletheatre.weebly.com

MISUNDERSTOOD HEROES AND VILLAINS

June 4-20 at The Rose Theater, 2001 Farnam

St. Directed by Katherine M. Carter, this bonus musical performance features diabolical, yet delightful songs, in a musical journey of good and evil. Kids can rock out as their favorite hero or villain and enjoy renditions of popular songs from Taylor Swift, David Bowie, Katy Perry, Billie Eilish, Justin Timberlake, and more, performed by local artists on Th e Rose’s stage. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite hero or villain. Tickets: $20 (Tickets purchased over the phone or online are subject to a $5 service fee). 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. shows. 402.345.4849. –rosetheater.org OMAHA SYMPHONY WILKINS FINALE

June 11-12 at Holland Performing Arts Center,

1200 Douglas St. Maestro Th omas Wilkins concludes the 2020/2021 Season with Mahler’s “Titan,” the fi rst Mahler symphony he conducted with the Omaha Symphony, and the perfect conclusion for his tenure and the Omaha Symphony’s 100th anniversary. Wilkins will be joined by friend and saxophone virtuoso Branford Marsalis and acclaimed American composer Michael Daugherty. Th is program celebrates Omaha and its Symphony. Tickets: $20-81. 7.30 p.m. 402.345.0202. –o-pa.org TREVOR WALLACE

June 17-19 at Omaha Funny Bone, 17305 Dav-

enport St. Standup comedian and L.A.-based actor Trevor Wallace can be seen just about everywhere on the internet and has built a digital thumbprint of over 300 million views since 2018. Wallace is also an original cast member of the wildly popular YouTube channel, All Def Digital, and has been featured on Comedy Central, Buzzfeed, Unilad, Funny or Die, Super Deluxe, Fusion TV, IFC, Worldstar Hip Hop, 9GAG, Reddit & MTV2. Wallace performs at comedy clubs and colleges all over the country. Tickets: $25. 7.30 p.m. Th ursday, 7.30 p.m. and 9.45 p.m. Friday, and 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. Saturday. 402.493.8036. –omaha.funnybone.com

DOO WOP PROJECT

June 18-19 at Holland Center Outdoors, 1200

Douglas St. Featuring the stars of Broadway smash hits Jersey Boys and Motown: Th e Musical, the dynamic Doo Wop Project joins the orchestra for a high-energy journey from the origins of Doo Wop to their present songs. Tickets:$20-$89. 7.30 p.m. 402.345.0202. –o-pa.org

A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES (OSMD 2021 DANCE RECITAL)

June 19 at Reality Church, 10695 Portal Rd.

Omaha School of Music and Dance presents a dance recital performance at Reality Church. Tickets: $10 and free for children ages 3 and under. 8:30 a.m. Tickets: $10. 402.537.0419. –reality.church

ROB LITTLE

June 25 and 26 at Omaha Funny Bone, 17305

Davenport St. A sketch comedy player on the "Th e Best Damn Sports Show. Period.," and "Last Call with Carson Daly," Little uses his training from the world famous Second City Comedy Club to create routines that are inventive, funny, spontaneous, and completely unique. He has headlined clubs and colleges all over the country, and appeared in national television commercials and on such shows as “Strictly Sex with Dr. Drew,” Comedy Central's “Distraction,” Fox News and SiTV's “Latino Laugh Festival.” Tickets: $15. 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. Friday, 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. Saturday. 402.493.8036. –omaha.funnybone.com

CARRIBEAN NIGHT

June 26 at Orpheum Theatre, 409 S. 16th St.

Th e Holland Center is bringing the Caribbean shores to the banks of the Missouri. Cheeseburgers of paradise and jerk chicken will be served while calypso steel drums, soothing sambas and laid back music of Margaritaville plays in the background. 7 p.m. Tickets:$10-25. 402.661.8501. –o-pa.org

JEANNE ROBERTSON: THE ROCKING HUMOR TOUR

June 4 in Benson, Military Avenue & 60th St.

June 27 at Holland Performing Arts Center,

1200 Douglas St. Jean Robertson shares witty stories about life that appeal to all ages. Robertson tours nationally and appears regularly on the Grand ‘Ole Opry. Some of her most popular anecdotes include "Don't Go to Vegas Without A Baptist," "Don't Bungee Jump Naked" and "Don't Send a Man to the Grocery Store." Tickets: $20$42.50. 4 p.m. 402.345.0202. –o-pa.org A once-a-month gathering of the Benson neighborhood, community, artists, and businesses. Features hand maps, posters maps, and chalkboard signs to help visitors navigate the area as well as live performances, art shows, and food and drink specials. Admission: free. 5 p.m.-2 a.m. –bff omaha.org

23RD ANNUAL TASTE OF OMAHA

June 4-6 at 6232 Pacific St. Omaha's largest

» Family & More « FARMERS MARKETS

Farmers Markets are open. Here are the times and dates for the local markets. Attendees are encouraged to check with organizers for availability before attending any market.

Baxter Arena (67th and Center streets) 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays

Bellevue (Washington Park, 20th and Franklin streets) 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays (8-9 a.m. is reserved for pregnant mothers, senior citizens, and those with chronic health issues) outdoor festival that showcases over 50 restaurants in the area, live entertainment and activities. Eat, watch cooking demonstrations, browse multiple displays, and enjoy music, amusement rides, and more. Admission: Free. 11a.m.-11p.m. Friday-Saturday, and 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday. 402.346.8003. –showoffi ceonline.com/TasteHome/

47TH ANNUAL OMAHA SUMMER

ARTS FESTIVAL

June

June 4-6 at 1200 Mike Fahey St. Th e 4-6 Summer Arts Festival showcases 135 visual artists, a stage lineup of national, regional, and local multicultural music performances, hands-on children’s area with a kids-only art-buying experience, young artists’ exhibition, fi lm fest, and more. Admission: Free. 402.345.5401. –summerarts.org

Council Bluff s (Bayliss Park) 4:30-7:30 p.m. Th ursdays COUNTRYSIDE VILLAGE ARTS FAIR

Florence Mill (9102 N. 30th St.) 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays

Giff ord Park Neighborhood Market (33rd and California streets) 5-8 p.m. Fridays

Old Market (11th and Jackson streets) 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturdays

Papillion (84th and Lincoln streets) 5-8 p.m. Wednesdays

Village Pointe (168th and Dodge streets) 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturdays

June 5-6 at Countryside Village Shopping

Center, 8722 Countryside Plaza. Th e annual arts fair showcases a mix of styles, perceptions, and media. Th e artwork selection inspires casual visitors to start art collections and connoisseurs to add to existing collections. Admission: free. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. 402.391.2200. –countryside.village.com

CINCO DE MAYO OMAHA FESTIVAL

June 11-13 at Plaza de la Raza at 24 & N St.

Th e three day festival features live music/entertainment, carnival rides, food, exhibitors, health fair, MISS coronation, games and concerts. 5.3010.30 p.m. –cincodemayoomaha.com

2020 US OLYMPICS TEAM TRIALSSWIMMING: WAVE 2

June 13-20 at CHI Health Center, 455 N. 10th

St. Th e U.S. Swim Trials return to Omaha for the fourth time. Swimmers compete to participate in the 2020 Summer Olympics to be held in Tokyo in July and August 2021. $484-$12,160. Preliminaries at 10 a.m. Finals at 7 p.m. 402.341.1500. –chihealth.com

June 16-17 at Ralston Arena, 7300 Q St. Th e Midwest Golden Gloves regional tournament will be hosted by Omaha at Ralston Arena. Admission: $20-$30. Tables: $300-$400. 7 p.m. 402.934.9966. –ralstonarena.com

BLACKSTONE BBQ BATTLE

June 18-19 at Blackstone District, 3920 Farnam

St. Th e event starts Friday night, June 18th with beer, bands, free entry, and barbecue teams getting ready. Th e main action will go down on Saturday, June 19th with bbq bites, celebrity judging, team prizes, family games, live music, a local makers market, and more. Admission:$10. Friday 4-9 p.m. and Saturday 12-6 p.m. –bbqblackstone.com

FAMILY ADVENTURE DAYS AT NEALE WOODS

June 19 at Fontanelle Forests, 1111 Bellevue

Blvd N. Spring styled-games and a hike for families to partake in. After the competition, join a naturalist and explore Neale Woods on a guided hike for an hour and a half, during which you will learn basic hiking, camping and survival tips. Maximum of 18 participants allowed and social distancing guidelines will be enforced. Admission: $15. 1-4 p.m. 402.731.3140 –fontenelleforest.org

OMAHA JUNETEENTH PARADE AND FREEDOM FESTIVAL

June 19 at 3005 Lake St. Th e annual parade will begin at 30th & Lake Streets and continue to 30th & Sprague Streets in Omaha. After the parade, there will be a celebration held at the Malcolm X Birthsite. Admission: Free. Concert is $25 for general admission and $50 VIP. 402.686.8316. –omahafreedomfestival.com

2021 NCAA MEN’S COLLEGE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP.

June 19-30 at TD Ameritrade Park, 1200 Mike

Fahey St. Th e 2021 NCAA Men's College World Series celebrates another historic year in Omaha. Admission varies. 402.554.4404. –cwsomaha.org

Event times and details are correct as of presstime, but are subject to change. Due to the COVID19 pandemic, many events are canceling and/or changing dates/time/places as needed.

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