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2019 Events

2019 Events in Historic Florence:

January 2019
- Sunday, January 13th, 2019 at 2-3 P.M. CST:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
  - “Spanish-American War, Douglas County, and Nebraska”
    - Presented by Dr. Maria Arbelaez
    - UNO Associate Professor of History Dr. Maria Arbelaez will discuss the Spanish-American War and the involvement of Douglas County and Nebraska. Born in Bogota, Columbia, Dr. Arbelaez is currently an Associate Professor at the History Department, the Office of Latino-Latin American Studies, and Women and Gender Studies at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. She has taught courses and authored several articles on Mexican American history, religion, and women studies.
  - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
  - Metropolitan Community College, 32nd & Sorenson Parkway Google Map
  - 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 ext 102 to reserve your spot.
- Saturday, January 26th, 2019:
  - Florentine Players 7th 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, Florentine Players (with active, paid membership), Groups of 8 or more: $8; available by mail, online, or at the door.
    - Doors open at 6:00
      Show starts at 7:00
    - Due to potential language and themes, this is an 18+ only show
    - Reservations: 531-600-8634
    - Located at Florence City Hall, 2864 State Street ()
- Wednesday, January 30th, 2019 (Last Wednesday of month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers' Circle:
    - One of Ours
      - 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 Readers' 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.
    - 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
    - Readers' 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 2019
- Sunday, February 10th, 2019 at 2-3 P.M. CST:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
  - “The Gottlieb Storz Mansion”
    - Presented by Rhonda and Wayne Stuberg
    - Listen to Rhonda and Wayne Stuberg discuss the story of their iconic Blackstone home, the Gottlieb Storz Mansion.
  - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
  - Metropolitan Community College, 32nd & Sorenson Parkway Google Map
  - 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 ext 102 to reserve your spot.
- Second Sunday event date has passed.
- Thursday, February 21st – Sunday, 24th, 2019 (Thu-Fri-Sat-Sun):
  - “Making God Laugh”
    - Ticket Prices: General Admission: $10, Seniors 60+, TAG Members: $8.
      Doors open 6:00 P.M. (one hour before curtain).
      Show starts at 7:00 P.M. Thu-Fri-Sat-Sun
      Located at Florence City Hall, 2864 State Street ()
      Information: 531-600-8634
  - Auditions for this show: February 7th & 8th (Sunday-Monday) – 7:00 P.M.
- Wednesday, February 27th, 2019 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. CST (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers' Circle:
    - “Scoreless: Omaha Central, Creighton Prep, and Nebraska's Greatest High School Football Game”
      - Written by John Dechanut
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. CST at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - Bring your lunch and join us!
    - If you are interested in participating in the Readers' 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.
    - 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
    - Readers' 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 2019
- Sunday, March 10th, 2019 at 2-3 P.M. CDT:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
  - “Omaha Parks System”
    - Presented by Dennis Bryers
    - Listen to Dennis Bryers, Park & Recreation Planner for Omaha Parks Department, discuss the rich past, present, and future of the Omaha Parks System.
  - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
  - Metropolitan Community College, 32nd & Sorenson Parkway Google Map
  - 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 ext 102 to reserve your spot.
- Second Sunday event date has passed.
- Saturday, March 23rd, 2019 at 11 P.M.-2 P.M.:
  - Douglas County Historical Society 9th Annual Women Defining History Luncheon and Runway Show:
    - Honoring League of Women Voters of Greater Omaha
      - 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!
    - 11 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College's Institute of Culinary Arts Swanson Conference Center
      - 5730 N. 30 Street, #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, March 27th, 2019 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. CDT (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers' Circle:
    - “The Best of Me”
      - Written by Nicholas Sparks
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. CDT at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - Bring your lunch and join us!
    - If you are interested in participating in the Readers' 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.
    - 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
    - Readers' 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 2019 • Back
- Saturday, April 6th, 2019:
  - Douglas County Historical Society:
    - Frontier Dinner Series
      - As part of the 140th celebration of the General Crook House, DCHS is offering FOUR Frontier Dinners throughout the year. Choose your day and come learn about the history and restoration of the Crook House! The year is 1879 and Fort Omaha just built a fine Italianate style house, known as Quarters One, for its revered Army General and successful Plains Indian Fighter, General George Crook.
    - Tickets Required
    - $40 DCHS Members, $45 Non-Members
    - Hours: 5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
    - Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, General Crook House Museum, Lower Level
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 Street, #11B ()
- Sunday, April 14th, 2019 (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 A.M.
    - 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, April 14^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 ()
- Sunday, April 14th, 2019 at 2-3 P.M. CDT:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
  - “The Unknown Flag Raiser of Iwo Jima”
    - Presented by Eric W. Krelle
  - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
  - Metropolitan Community College, 32nd & Sorenson Parkway Google Map
  - 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 ext 102 to reserve your spot.
- Second Sunday event date has passed.
- Sunday, April 28th, 2019:
  - Notre Dame Sisters Annual Pork Dinner. (See details)
    - Location: at St. Phillip Neri Activities Center
      - 8200 N 30th St (30th & Mormon Street) (()).
    - Time: 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
    - Enjoy great Czech food, music, baked goods, and prize giveaways, all to benefit the Notre Dame Sisters' Retirement Fund! Carryout is available!
    - Contact: Sr. Rosalee Burke, ND 402-455-2994* ext 103
- Wednesday, April 24th, 2019 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. CDT (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers' Circle:
    - “The American Game”
      - Written by Jeff McArthur
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. CDT at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - Bring your lunch and join us!
    - If you are interested in participating in the Readers' 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.
    - 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
    - Readers' 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 2019 • Back
- Thursday, May 2nd – Saturday, 4th, 2019 (Thu-Fri-Sat):
  - Florentine Players • 56th Annual Melodrama,
    “Come on, Eileen” or “Charlie & The Barley Beer Factory”
    - Ticket Prices: $10, Florentine Players (with active, paid membership), Groups of 8 or more: $8; available by mail, online, 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: 531-600-8634
  - Auditions for this show: February 10th & 11th (Sunday-Monday) – 7:00 P.M.
- Saturday, May 11th, 2019 at 4 P.M.-6 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. 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 at members@douglascohistory.org.
    - Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, General Crook House Museum, Lower Level
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 Street, #11B ()
- Thursday, May 9th – Saturday, 11th, 2019 (Thu-Fri-Sat):
  - Florentine Players • 56th Annual Melodrama,
    “Come on, Eileen” or “Charlie & The Barley Beer Factory”
    - Ticket Prices: $10, Florentine Players (with active, paid membership), Groups of 8 or more: $8; available by mail, online, 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: 531-600-8634
  - Auditions for this show: February 10th & 11th (Sunday-Monday) – 7:00 P.M.
- Saturday, May 11th – Sunday, 12th, 2019 (2nd full weekend of May), 10 A.M. – ?:
  - 63rd Annual Florence Days
    - 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 Theme: Mardi Gras in Florence
        
        The parade details are not fully official, and at this stage, neither are the dates!
        
        There are always new entries in the parade. See Parade Details
        
        See pictures from the 2007 parade.
      - "Performer Swamp Boys Blues Band" at the New Frontier Bar, (8516 N 30th St ()) 402-451-9610
        
        Times: 3 P.M. – 10 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 29th, 2019 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. CDT (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers' Circle:
    - “Steps in Time: An Autobiography”
      - Written by Fred Astaire and Foreword by Ginger Rogers
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. CDT at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - Bring your lunch and join us!
    - If you are interested in participating in the Readers' 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.
    - 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
    - Readers' 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 2019 • Back
- Saturday, June 8th, 2019:
  - Douglas County Historical Society:
    - Frontier Dinner Series
      - As part of the 140th celebration of the General Crook House, DCHS is offering FOUR Frontier Dinners throughout the year. Choose your day and come learn about the history and restoration of the Crook House! The year is 1879 and Fort Omaha just built a fine Italianate style house, known as Quarters One, for its revered Army General and successful Plains Indian Fighter, General George Crook.
    - Tickets Required
    - $40 DCHS Members, $45 Non-Members
    - Hours: 5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
    - Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, General Crook House Museum, Lower Level
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 Street, #11B ()
- Sunday, June 9th, 2019 at 2-3 P.M. CDT:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
  - “The Center Mall”
    - Presented by Randy Wieseler from First Management, Inc
    - Randy will present on the rich local history of The Center Mall, which opened in 1955 on the corner of 42nd and Center Streets.
  - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
  - Metropolitan Community College, 32nd & Sorenson Parkway Google Map
  - 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 ext 102 to reserve your spot.
- Second Sunday event date has passed.
- Sunday, June 9, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Sunday, June 16, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Sunday, June 23, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Wednesday, June 26th, 2019 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. CDT (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers' Circle:
    - “Ahead of Their Time: The Story of the Omaha DePorres Club”
      - Written by Matt Holland
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. CDT at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - Bring your lunch and join us!
    - If you are interested in participating in the Readers' 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.
    - 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
    - Readers' 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 2019 • Back
- Sunday, July 7, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Sunday, July 14, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Sunday, July 14th, 2019 at 2-3 P.M. CDT:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
  - “Tracking An Omaha Serial Killer, The Strange Case of Anthony Garcia”
    - Presented by Henry J. Cordes
  - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
  - Metropolitan Community College, 32nd & Sorenson Parkway Google Map
  - 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 ext 102 to reserve your spot.
- Second Sunday event date has passed.
- Wednesday, July 31st, 2019 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. CDT (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers' Circle:
    - “We're Going to Need More Wine: Stories that are Funny, Complicated, and True”
      - Written by Gabrielle Union
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. CDT at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - Bring your lunch and join us!
    - If you are interested in participating in the Readers' 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.
    - 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
    - Readers' 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.
- Sunday, July 21, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Sunday, July 28, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
August 2019 • Back
- Thursday, August 1st – Sunday, 4th, 2019 (Thu-Fri-Sat-Sun):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Garage Sale
    Location: Florence (), Florence, NE
    - Featuring tables of items including books, household items, collectibles, antiques and much more
    - Open hours
      - 9 A.M. to 7 P.M. on Thursday and Friday
      - 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. on Saturday and Sunday
    - Call 402-455-9990 for more details.
- Thursday, August 1st – Saturday, 3rd, 2019 (Thu-Fri-Sat):
  - Florentine Players – Annual Comedy Farce – (Ken Ludwig's) “Leading Ladies”
    Ticket Prices: $10, Florentine Players (with active, paid membership), Groups of 8 or more: $8; available by mail, online, or at the door.
    Information 531-600-8634
    Reservations: 531-600-8634
    Time: Fri-Sat: Doors open at 6:00 P.M.; show starts at 7:00 P.M.
    Time: Sun: Doors open at 1:00 P.M.; show starts at 2:00 P.M.
    Located at Florence City Hall, 2864 State Street ()
  - Auditions for this show: May 19th & 20th (Sunday 7:00 P.M.*) and (Monday 7:00 P.M.)
- Sunday, August 4, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Friday, August 9th, 2019 (Fri):
  - North Omaha Summer Arts – Arts Crawl
    Information 402-502-4669
    Hours: 6:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.
    Starts at MCC Mule Barn Building #2, 5730 N. 30th Street. ()
- Saturday, August 10th, 2019:
  - Douglas County Historical Society:
    - Frontier Dinner Series
      - As part of the 140th celebration of the General Crook House, DCHS is offering FOUR Frontier Dinners throughout the year. Choose your day and come learn about the history and restoration of the Crook House! The year is 1879 and Fort Omaha just built a fine Italianate style house, known as Quarters One, for its revered Army General and successful Plains Indian Fighter, General George Crook.
    - Tickets Required
    - $40 DCHS Members, $45 Non-Members
    - Hours: 5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
    - Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, General Crook House Museum, Lower Level
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 Street, #11B ()
- Sunday, August 11, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Sunday, August 18, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Sunday, August 18th, 2019 at 10 A.M.
  - Douglas County Historical Society Vintage Wheels at the Fort (Date is confirmed but details are from previous years' events as an example of what generally happens)
    - 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, August 25, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Wednesday, August 28th, 2019 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. CDT (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers' Circle:
    - “The Rhythm Boys of Omaha Central: High School Basketball at the '68 Racial Divide”
      - Written by Steven Marantz
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. CDT at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - Bring your lunch and join us!
    - If you are interested in participating in the Readers' 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.
    - 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
    - Readers' 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.
September 2019 • Back
- Sunday, September 8th, 2019 at 2-3 P.M. CDT:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
  - “1919 Will Brown Lynching”
    - “as told through Omaha Newspapers”
    - Presented by Readers: DCHS Board members;
  - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
  - Metropolitan Community College, 32nd & Sorenson Parkway Google Map
  - 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 ext 102 to reserve your spot.
- Second Sunday event date has passed.
- Saturday, September 14th, 2019:
  - Douglas County Historical Society:
    - Frontier Dinner Series
      - As part of the 140th celebration of the General Crook House, DCHS is offering FOUR Frontier Dinners throughout the year. Choose your day and come learn about the history and restoration of the Crook House! The year is 1879 and Fort Omaha just built a fine Italianate style house, known as Quarters One, for its revered Army General and successful Plains Indian Fighter, General George Crook.
    - Tickets Required
    - $40 DCHS Members, $45 Non-Members
    - Hours: 5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
    - Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, General Crook House Museum, Lower Level
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 Street, #11B ()
- Saturday, September 28th, 2019 at 2 P.M.-4 P.M.
  - Douglas County Historical Society Trolley Tour:
    - “Trolley Tour - Farnam Street West”
    - 2 P.M. downtown Omaha at _______________________
    - Guests will receive parking information and more event details when they RSVP.
    - Tentative: Ticket Prices: $20 for members; $25 for non-members.
    - Reservations are required. Please e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 to reserve your spot.
- Sunday, September 8, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Sunday, September 15, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Sunday, September 22, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Wednesday, September 25th, 2019 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. CDT (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers' Circle:
    - “Daughter of the Regiment”
      - Written by Stephanie Grace Whitson
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. CDT at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - Bring your lunch and join us!
    - If you are interested in participating in the Readers' 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.
    - 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
    - Readers' 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, September 29, 2019 (Each Sunday of the summer months):
  - Florence Mill — Farmers Market.
    9102 N. 30th St. (()).
    From: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
- Saturday, October 5th – Sunday, 6th, 2019:
  - Omaha 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. CDT
      - Sunday: 10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. CDT
    - Full Pottery Tour details
    - Information: 402-551-1233
- Sunday, October 13th, 2019 at 2-3 P.M. CDT:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
  - “General George Crook, Farm boy to General a Unique Military Career”
  - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
  - Metropolitan Community College, 32nd & Sorenson Parkway Google Map
  - 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 ext 102 to reserve your spot.
- Second Sunday event date has passed.
- Sunday, October 13th, 2019
  - 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. CDT
      402-453-6656
- Sunday, October 20th, 2019 at 2 P.M.-4 P.M.
  - Douglas County Historical Society Trolley Tour:
    - “Trolley Tour Farnam Street East”
    - 2 P.M. downtown Omaha at _______________________
    - Guests will receive parking information and more event details when they RSVP.
    - Tentative: Ticket Prices: $20 for members; $25 for non-members.
    - Reservations are required. Please e-mail members@douglascohistory.org or call 402-455-9990 to reserve your spot.
- Thursday, October 17th – Saturday, 19th, 2019 (Thu-Fri-Sat) :
  - Florentine Players – 2019 October – Florence Horror Show – Hint!
    A Variety Show
    - Ticket Prices: $10, Florentine Players (with active, paid membership), Groups of 8 or more: $8; available by mail, online, or at the door. (Reservations required).
    - In past years:
      - Dress for the occasion! (Hint: The Audience is part of the melodrama).
    - Reservations: 531-600-8634
    - 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: August 18th & 19th (Sunday 7:00 P.M.*) and (Monday 7:00 P.M.)
- Wednesday, October 30th, 2019 at 12 P.M.-1:30 P.M. CDT (Last Wednesday of the month):
  - Douglas County Historical Society Readers' Circle:
    - “The Gray Fox”
      - Written by Paul Magid
    - Time: 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. CDT at Douglas County Historical Society
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 St, #11A ()
    - Bring your lunch and join us!
    - If you are interested in participating in the Readers' 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.
    - 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
    - Readers' 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, November 10th, 2019:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Presentation:
    - Jeffrey Spencer on the Trans-Mississippi Expo
      - When the World Came to Omaha: The 1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, by Jeffrey Spencer at the General Crook House Museum
    - Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, General Crook House Museum
    - Time from 2 P.M. to 3 P.M.
    - General Crook House 5730 N. 30 Street, #11B ()
- Saturday, November 16th, 2019:
  - Breakfast with Santa
    Location: Florence City Hall, 2864 State Street ()
    - Photos with Santa (bring your own camera)
    - Pancakes
    - Time from 9 A.M. to 12 P.M.
    - Admission: Free
- Saturday, November 16th, 2019:
  - Douglas County Historical Society - Gerald Dickens - A Christmas Carol
    - Gerald Charles Dickens performs
      - A Christmas Carol
    - 2:00 P.M. to 4:30 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.
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- Sunday, December 1st, 2019:
  - 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.
- Sunday, December 8th, 2019 at 2-3 P.M. CST:
  - Douglas County Historical Society Second Sunday Talk:
  - “The Smell of Money”
    - “South Omaha's Stockyard and Meat Packing Industry”
    - Presented by Gary Kastrick
  - 2 P.M. at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Building 10, Room 110
  - Metropolitan Community College, 32nd & Sorenson Parkway Google Map
  - 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 ext 102 to reserve your spot.
- Second Sunday event date has passed.

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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.