Good morning, Omaha.

Mercredi Market will open Wednesday, June 24 at 509 South 11th Street in the Old Market and will serve sandwiches, soups, salads + a coffee program in a space that once housed a delicatessen near La Buvette Wine & Grocery.

Mary Poppins flies into Omaha Community Playhouse as cast members Lauren Krupski and Erik Nordstrom share insights with First Alert 6's Maria Cade; the theater prepares to offer local audiences a fresh take on the classic musical.

Tyler Free-LaMere, a 21-year-old indigenous musician from Winnebago, was named a National Endowment for the Arts composer with her piece on acceptance and pride set for nationwide classroom use.

Free-LaMere (finishing her studies at USD in Vermillion) marks a milestone for indigenous culture.

Late Nights at the Zoo is set to begin at Henry Doorly Zoo this Thursday and will run each week until Aug.

27, offering families a fun evening event.

Omaha Public Schools will offer a limited number of data plans for student devices this fall after canceling them earlier this year, aiming to support smooth access to remote learning in the district.

Criss Library celebrates its 50th anniversary with two exhibits that highlight its evolution since opening in 1976.

The displays, set up in the first and second-floor galleries, offer visitors insight into historical changes & modern updates like the added Starbucks to support today’s campus community.

Nebraska Methodist College students provided free sports physicals Tuesday for Burke High athletes in Omaha.

The clinic held in the school cafeteria gave nursing & allied health students hands-on clinical experience and removed barriers for families, with services continuing throughout the week.

Bidding began on June 11 for a $2M project to improve Harney Street for pedestrians in Blackstone District.

The redesign will narrow driving lanes and add wider sidewalks + pedestrian crossings, with construction scheduled for 2027 over about six to seven blocks.

The Nebraska Humane Society is launching a wellness center to offer low-cost pet care options for local residents struggling to keep their pets healthy; the center will provide affordable services + expert guidance.

At the College World Series, many teams are visiting Omaha for the first time or after decades and local businesses near 15th and Cass have noted surprise parking signs with no listed price—adding an unusual twist to the tournament excitement.

On Monday, Shayla Rautenberg, a 6-foot-4 middle blocker from Milford, announced her verbal commitment to Nebraska volleyball for the class of 2028 on Instagram.

Her decision builds a Huskers legacy & echoes her mother’s role as an All-American who helped secure Nebraska’s first national championship.

PWP Wrestling Presents: Reforged

7-10 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets starting at $10 — Watch local wrestling talent in an electrifying atmosphere at PWP's latest event.

40th Annual Pockets of Enthusiasm

Friday Cookout starting 5:30pm — Eugene T. Mahoney State Park — Inquiries about lodging available — Enjoy great food and fellowship with walking tacos and brunch.

Ben Folds Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Holland Center — Tickets available — Experience the genre-bending music of Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter Ben Folds.

Disney's Mary Poppins - Musical

2-6 p.m. — Omaha Community Playhouse — Ticket packages available — Experience the magical world of Mary Poppins with VIP access and premium seating.

North Fork Crossing

8-11 p.m. — Slowdown — Tickets from $48 — Experience an unforgettable live show at The Slowdown in Omaha.

Final Fridays @ the Conservatory

12-1 p.m. — Omaha Conservatory of Music — Complimentary coffee — End your month on a high note with an enriching musical performance and great company.

Strawberry Fest

9 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Nelson Produce Farm — Enjoy family fun and a vibrant fireworks show.

"Weird Al" Yankovic Live Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Baxter Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience a full-production multimedia comedy rock show featuring hits and fan favorites from the world's top-selling comedy recording artist.

Whiskey River Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $10 ADV / $15 DOS — Enjoy an evening of great music in a lively local venue.

Movie Storm

7-8:30 p.m. — The Backline Comedy Theatre — Free for Backline students/alumni — Enjoy playful improv acts with Tornado Warning and BCU creating spontaneous stories to lift your spirits.