EVENTS

» The upscale Outdoor Market is one of the many ways Midtown Crossing is celebrating its much-anticipated grand opening this summer while showcasing an expanded and revitalized Turner Park.

The weekly event, which debuts on Saturday, May 29 (Memorial Day weekend), will be fresh and fun, classy but relaxed. What it won’t be is your “typical” farmer’s market. Designed to cater to a sophisticated taste, we’re harvesting the best of the long-standing farmer’s market tradition and combining it with a variety of novel offerings -- from top-notch coffee to fresh seafood and live entertainment.

The Outdoor Market will run every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to Noon through September 4 (Labor Day weekend). It will be located in the heart of Midtown Crossing on the east side of Turner Park.

» Not only can you welcome the weekend by visiting your favorite local produce vendors, this sophisticated yet laid back environment will be ideal for relaxing and simply enjoying the destination. Stop at the coffee bar; enjoy a pastry with a side of fresh air; read the paper or soak up some acoustic guitar. When you feel like strolling some more, amble over to the special area of the market dedicated to greenery and gardening. Pick out a fresh flower arrangement or plant and learn what you can do at home to “go green.” Additional weekly “specials” include:

• Cooking lessons  
• Cook-offs 
• Recipe sharing 
• Wine pairing 
• Gardening tips / lessons 
• Local musicians & bands 
• Massage rejuvenation 
•  Family days with face painting, magicians & balloon artists 

» We all live in Omaha, too. We are proud of the community and committed to being good neighbors. We also applaud those working to improve the quality of life here. That’s why, each week, we’ll be inviting a different, featured non-profit organization to share its message and raise awareness about its very worthy cause.

» The Outdoor Market will be held in Turner Park, 3333 Farnam St., Omaha, NE 68175. The 2010 season will run every Saturday -- 9 a.m.-Noon p.m. -- May 29 through September 4.

Entertainment Schedule

May 29 - The Personics
June 5 -  Ron Cooley
June 12 - Novak & Haar (Trio)
June 19 - Tony Lamar
June 26 - Johnson Brothers Acoustic Duo
July 3 - Danny Garcia
July 10 - The Gravy Dippers
July 17 - John Worsham
July 24 -  Urban Jazz Quartet
July 31 - Cooley Strawn Duo
August 7 - Quartus
August 14 -  Brad Hoshaw & the Seven Deadlies
August 21 - Win Lander
August 28 -  Karly Jurgensen with Jesse Ruben & Kyle Patrick

Non-Profit Schedule

May 29 - Salvation Army
June 5 - Omaha Community Playhouse
June 12 - Goodwill Omaha
June 19 - Omaha Creative Institute
June 26 - Rose Theater
July 3 - Completely Nourished
July 10 - Easter Seals
July 17 - Junior League
July 24 - Big Brothers Big Sisters
July 31 - Kroc Center
August 7 - Camp Fire
August 14 - Teammates
August 21 - Golden Retriever Rescue in Nebraska
August 28 - Project Harmony
September 4 - Susan G. Komen for The Cure