Community & Special Events

Eisenberg Art Gallery:

Watercolors by Telagio Baptista

Showing July 1-29

Pop-up Gallery
Paintings by Deb Horner | Bear Dog Studio

From historical and educational exhibits to beautiful displays of local, national, and international art, the Eisenberg Gallery at the J hosts a wide array of content. Exhibits cycle through on a monthly basis, providing a constant stream of new material. Admission is free. The gallery is open to the public. All visitors must check in with the Front Desk receptionist. 

Taxes in Retirement Workshop

External Rental and not a JCC sponsored event

Tuesday, July 14
6:00-7:00 pm

Join us for a free educational event that will discuss opportunities and challenges in today’s tax landscape, new rules that could impact your financial future, and little-known strategies to help minimize taxation of your assets. Please note, both sessions cover the same material.

Watercolor Workshops

JCC Member & Non Member | Ages 18+
Staenberg Omaha JCC

Experience the enjoyment of creative growth through this series of one-day watercolor workshops led by international and award-winning watercolor artist, Telagio Baptista. Whether you have painted all your life or just want a new hobby, these workshops will provide you with the time and guidance to elevate your painting. Participants will receive individualized guidance from the instructor.

Eisenberg Art Gallery:

Paintings by Conrad Hinz

Showing August 1-27

Pop-up Gallery
Marsha Senft 

From historical and educational exhibits to beautiful displays of local, national, and international art, the Eisenberg Gallery at the J hosts a wide array of content. Exhibits cycle through on a monthly basis, providing a constant stream of new material. Admission is free. The gallery is open to the public. All visitors must check in with the Front Desk receptionist. 

Pancakes at the Pool

Tickets: $15 ($18 day of)

Sunday, August 2 | 9-11 am | Goldstein Family Aquatic Center

Enjoy a fun, family brunch at the Goldstein Family Aquatic Center. Ticket purchase required for entry. Pancakes by The Pancake Man, coffee, juice, and water provided. Ages 3 and under eat free. Take a dip in the outdoor leisure pool with special early access once you’re done eating! Regular pool policies apply. Early Family Swim access is only for those attending the event. Tickets required to enter pool early, even if not eating.

Next Chapter Presents:

55+ Pickleball Cardio Class

Tuesday, August 4 | 1:30-2:30 pm

Cardio Pickleball is a high-energy, instructor-led fitness class that uses fast-paced drills to provide a cardiovascular workout. Unlike traditional competitive play, these sessions prioritize movement, repetitive hitting, and elevated heart rates over scoring points. This class is tailored toward 55+ participants who will work at their pace to get their sweat on. Prior pickleball experience needed to participate.

Birds of Nebraska: Through Our Lens

Tickets: $10

Sunday, August 9 | 2-3:30 pm | Benjamin & Anna E. Wiesman Family Reception Room

Back by popular demand! Photographers Gabriel Rivera and Jennifer Blankenship Rivera of Central Flyway Photography will share their presentation, “The Birds of Nebraska: Through Our Lens”. Drawing on their backgrounds in biology and psychology, the artists are fascinated not only by how birds look, but by how they live. Through images and stories they hope to inspire a deeper appreciation for the beauty and wonder waiting all around.

Backyard Concert Series presents: 

Used Cars

JCC Members & Non Members
Sunday, August 9 | 5-7 pm | Howard Kaiman Pavillion

Join us for the Backyard Concert Series. Musical act Used Cars will perform on the east side of the newly renovated Kaiman Family Pavilion located on the Southwest corner of campus. Parking is available near the outdoor Aquatic Center. Simply show up and enjoy. Food trucks will be on campus providing food options. 

Backyard Concert Series presents: 

Omaha Broadway Bar

JCC Members & Non Members
Sunday, August 16 | 5-7 pm | Howard Kaiman Pavillion

Join us for the Backyard Concert Series. Musical act Omaha Broadway Bar will perform on the east side of the newly renovated Kaiman Family Pavilion located on the Southwest corner of campus. Parking is available near the outdoor Aquatic Center. Simply show up and enjoy. Food trucks will be on campus providing food options.

Next Chapter Presents:

The Mindful Tea Experience

Monday, August 17
1-2 pm
Open to ages 55+
Staenberg Omaha JCC | Benjamin & Anna E. Wiesman Family Reception Room

JCC Members: $5 | Non Member: $8

The Mindful Tea Experience is a monthly gathering where we explore unique tea blends. Each month we’ll learn about the featured blend—its origins, flavors, and wellness benefits—while practicing simple mindfulness techniques designed to help us slow down, ground ourselves, and restore balance. Together we’ll sip, reflect, and connect in a calm and welcoming space. At the end of the event, you’ll take home a portion of the featured tea, a teacup of your own, and the mindfulness practices you experienced so you can continue the ritual at home.

Sip slowly. Breathe deeply. Leave restored.

Tuesday, September 1

5:30–6:30 pm

Staenberg Omaha JCC

 Jewish Family Services in partnership wtih the University of Nebraska Omaha’s Gerentology department, are excited to bring professor Israel Issi Doron. LL.B, LL.M, PhD to Omaha. Dr. Doran specializes in human rights for older adults, dignity in aging, empowerment, and advocacy for both older adults and their caregivers. There is no cost to attend and no registration required.

Candlelight Concerts

External Rental and not a JCC sponsored event

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Omaha. Get your tickets now for music under the gentle glow of candlelight at the Alan J. Levine Performing Arts Theater.

Saturday, September 5 | 6:30 pm
The Best of Hans Zimmer

Friday, October 30 | 8:45 pm
Halloween Classics

Next Chapter Presents:

Ditmar’s Orchard Excursion

Tuesday, September 22
1-3:30 pm
JCC Members & Non Members: $20/$10*
Open to ages 55+

From apple cider donuts to hayrack rides, Ditmar’s Orchard & Vinyard provides no lack of fall fun. Next chapter will be meeting up to take in the fall atmosphere and do a wine
tasting together.

*Price without wine tasting

Next Chapter Presents:

What’s Good in Omaha

Tuesday, September 29
1-2 pm
Open to ages 55+
Staenberg Omaha JCC

JCC Members: $5  |  Non Member: $8

A panel of longtime Omaha residents will share their list of Omaha favorites – from shopping, concerts, restaurants and more!