Fabric Lab

Bike Walk Nebraska is doing trail counts this weekend and next week, and they're looking for volunteers. Training will be virtual and anyone can train by watching the 15M training video (you'll receive the link once you sign up). There are 9 trails part of their eMoto project that you can choose from. Sign up online at (https://bit.ly/4AviNJ0).

Materials Provided: clipboard, folder, count sheets, and contact cards

Items to Bring: something to sit on (or contact Taylor Sterba at [email protected] to borrow one)

All materials have to be returned, ideally, the next business day, or at least before the next count.

Can't volunteer? Let us know what you think about the eMoto projects via the public survey online at (https://engage.mapacog.org/emotos).

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Help us measure and understand usage and traffic patterns on Omaha's trails!

The data that we will help inform safety and infrastructure needs for our communities.

There are several trails to choose from as well as a variety of days and times, so please take a peek at the Sign Up to find a good fit for you: https://bit.ly/4AviNJ0

During Fall Fest, on the corner of 24th and Ohio St., our Fellow's Trail to Success event will be happening. It's a family friendly event with games and financial education, along with information about the North Omaha Trail. There will be candy & giveaways!

🗓️ Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026

⏰ Time: 12PM - 3PM

📍 Location: 24th & Ohio, across from Mt. Moriah

We hope to see you there!

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is coordinating a Trees for Tomorrow Tree Planting Event to plant over 100 trees at Adams Park and Fontenelle Park on Saturday, October 24th, and we are looking for planting volunteers!

When and Where?

📍Meeting Location: Adams Park Community Center (3230 John A Creighton Blvd, Omaha, NE 68111)
☀️ Meeting Day: October 24th, 2026
🌱 Volunteer Check-In: 12:30pm
⏰ Event Kick-Off: 1pm

Further Details!

All volunteers are welcome, but please take into consideration the physical demands of this event. Volunteers will be asked to bend, lift, walk, kneel and use tools such as shovels and rakes. Volunteers under the age of 19 will need to be accompanied by an adult and can be registered along with the supervising adult. If you need accommodations, please reach out directly to KOB at [email protected].

🌳 How do I sign-up?

Sign up online (at https://keepomahabeautiful.my.salesforce-sites.com/volunteer/GW_Volunteers__VolunteersJobListingFS)! Please select 'Special Events' during sign up.

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CROWNED (Creating Rooms Our Women Need Every Day) is providing community support group where women facing challenges of any kind can be heard, feel supported, and get access to resources.

This Sunday, September 27 from 6-8PM at the Fabric Lab (2514 N 24th St 68110), join us for a dedicated time and safe space to address our mental well-being.

Free for women of all ages.

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Our Fellows, Ashley and Gail, co-led Trails to Success last Saturday. This event provided help and financial legal support to those in need of trusts and homestead information for our elderly community. Our community members left this event with enough information to make necessary changes to protect their grandparents and family assets.

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Join us for Transformation 2030: North Omaha State of Health for an important conversation about health, wellness, resources, and solutions impacting North Omaha families.
We’ll discuss healthy food access, health insurance and Medicaid, telehealth, mental health, and wellness.
FREE HOT BREAKFAST!
📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM–11:30 AM
📍 Swanson Conference Center
Register today: https://empowermentnetwork.swoogo.com/healthy
For more information: https://empoweromaha.com/

Join us for Transformation 2030: North Omaha State of Health for an important conversation about health, wellness, resources, and solutions impacting North Omaha families.

We’ll discuss healthy food access, health insurance and Medicaid, telehealth, mental health, and wellness.

FREE HOT BREAKFAST!
📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM–11:30 AM
📍 Swanson Conference Center

Register today: https://empowermentnetwork.swoogo.com/healthy

For more information: https://empoweromaha.com/

Join us for a ride along the North 24th Street corridor to experience Parks, Paths, and People in our historic district! On Thursday, September 17, 2026 participate in a FREE Ollie the Trolley Tour and Open House to showcase the North 24th Street corridor.

WHAT: North 24th Street Ollie the Trolley Tour
WHEN: Thursday, September 17, 2026 5 PM - 8 PM
WHERE: Revive Omaha Center, 2402 Lizzie Robinson Avenue, Omaha, NE 68111

Begin with an expert panel discussion featuring Lauritzen Gardens, Confluence, and the Economic Recovery Corps to explore how green spaces actively improve community health, create spaces for connection, and elevate daily life.

Explore Parks, Paths, and People along North 24th Street and learn more about current green spaces that highlight our history, help feed and bring joy to our community, and provide environmental benefits to North Omaha.

Spaces are LIMITED; register through the link listed below or in our bio:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ollie-the-trolley-tour-of-the-north-24th-street-bid-tickets-1995464445874?aff=oddtdtcreator

Thank you in advance for your support!

Fabric Lab with Spark CDI, Amplify Arts, and Hoppe Development are collaborating to showcase new work from 13 artists with strong connections to North Omaha art along the North Omaha Trail & Chamber's Court.

Who Can Apply?
🌟 All artists, collectives, & collaborative groups of any kind
🌟 Strongly connected or tied to North Omaha
🌟 Interested in exploring & honoring North histories, leadership, creativity, and resilience

Deadline: October 4, 2026

Where To Apply?
If interested, visit https://www.amplifyarts.org/events-blog/north-omaha-call to apply!

North Omaha Trail & Chambers Court Call for Artists — Amplify Arts Applications Open August 24 - October 4, 2026