Community & Special Events
FREE to JCC Members!
Guest of Members: $10 per person (check in at the door)
Adult Swim Nights
Select Thursdays, 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
July 25
August 15
Ages 21+
This adult only event will have exclusive access to the outdoor lap and leisure pools (8:00-10:00 p.m.), as well as concessions and adult beverages for purchase.
Bar opens at 6:00 p.m. (Family Swim ends at 7:50 p.m.)
21+ only at 8:00 p.m.
Summer Makers Market
Sunday, July 28 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Open to the public, All Ages
Free Admission
Join us for our 4th Makers/Vendor Market! This event will be held indoors in our Goldstein Community Engagement Venue from 10am-2pm. Beer, Wine, Mimosas, and Raffle tickets will be available for purchase. Coffee available for free!
Backyard Concert Series
Select Sundays in August | 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Open to the public, All Ages
Free Admission
JCC Pavilion Green Space
The Backyard Concert Series is back! These FREE concerts are held in the green space on the east side of campus (near the JCC pavilion) and are open to the entire community. Simply show up and enjoy. Food trucks each week. The playground, gaga pit, and lawn games will all be available, providing fun for the whole family!
Sunday, August 11: Secret Weapon
Secret Weapon is Omaha’s original 80’s party band. Formed in 2005 with 6 original artists who wanted to pay tribute to 80’s hair metal which evolved into an entire decade of pop, rock and sometimes metal. Selling out clubs while earning 10 Omaha Entertainment and Arts awards (17 nominations) for Best Cover Band, along with one Best of Omaha award along the way.
Sunday, August 18: Wood Hoops
Wood Hoops is an Omaha-local funk / jazz band that will have you moving your feet!
Sunday, August 25: Wyrmwood
Wyrmwood is a Folky psych rock band from Omaha, NE.
Register online through Daxko or at (402)334-6419.
Choose 3 Workshops
Member: $180 | Non: $195
code: 01-1001
Individual Classes
Member: $65 | Non: $70
class codes at right
Watercolor Workshops
Members & Non, Ages 18+
Experience the enjoyment of creative growth through this series of one-day watercolor workshops led by international and award-winning watercolor artist, Telagio Baptista. Members & Non Members, ages 18+, of all skill levels are welcome. 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. Click the tabs below for class details.
Sunday, September 15 - Atmospheric Painting
Sunday, September 15
“Atmospheric Painting” | code: 01-0915
Register for this class online though Daxko or by calling (402) 334-6419.
Questions? Please contact Telagio at (402) 249-8241 or telagiowatercolorist@gmail.com
SUPPLIES
PAINT
Bring whatever you have No special colors are needed
– Squeeze tubes or watercolor paint pans are fine. Pans are ideal for outdoor painting and travel.
PAPER
– Approximately 9″x12″ 140lb cold-press or larger is recommended
– Watercolor pads are useful for outdoor painting as you don’t need a board
– If you want paper that won’t buckle, consider 300lb cold press.
BRUSHES
– Bring whatever you have
– Round brushes come in all numbers, #1, #8 & #12 (recommended)
– Flat brushes come in various widths, 1/2″ & 1″ (recommended)
– Filbert brushes #8 are great for blending portraits and flower petals.
PALETTES
– Plastic – To properly view the colors, a white palette is reccommended. Opt for rectangular palettes with large painting wells that can hold various colors.
OTHER ITEMS TO CONSIDER
– A mounting board is necessary to tape the watercolor paper to if you don’t use a watercolor pad. Gatorboard or Form board is a lightweight and portable material that can be easily cut down to any desired size.
– Two water containers, paper cups will do (one for clean & one for dirty water)
– 2B Pencil & eraser
– Kitchen paper towels (rag cloth or sponge optional)
– Mr. Clean Magic Eraser (optional)
– Artist tape or masking tape (1/2″ or 1″ wide)
– Masking fluid – If there are spots you would rather not paint, you could try using the fluid to keep areas protected. Use color fluid other than white to see the image better (optional)
Can’t find an item? Don’t worry. We can loan any missing supplies.
Sunday, November 10 - Holiday Cards
Sunday, November 10
“Painting Holiday Cards” | code: 01-1110
Register for this class online though Daxko or by calling (402) 334-6419.
Questions? Please contact Telagio at (402) 249-8241 or telagiowatercolorist@gmail.com
SUPPLIES
PAINT
Bring whatever you have No special colors are needed
– Squeeze tubes or watercolor paint pans are fine. Pans are ideal for outdoor painting and travel.
PAPER
– Approximately 9″x12″ 140lb cold-press or larger is recommended
– Watercolor pads are useful for outdoor painting as you don’t need a board
– If you want paper that won’t buckle, consider 300lb cold press.
BRUSHES
– Bring whatever you have
– Round brushes come in all numbers, #1, #8 & #12 (recommended)
– Flat brushes come in various widths, 1/2″ & 1″ (recommended)
– Filbert brushes #8 are great for blending portraits and flower petals.
PALETTES
– Plastic – To properly view the colors, a white palette is reccommended. Opt for rectangular palettes with large painting wells that can hold various colors.
OTHER ITEMS TO CONSIDER
– A mounting board is necessary to tape the watercolor paper to if you don’t use a watercolor pad. Gatorboard or Form board is a lightweight and portable material that can be easily cut down to any desired size.
– Two water containers, paper cups will do (one for clean & one for dirty water)
– 2B Pencil & eraser
– Kitchen paper towels (rag cloth or sponge optional)
– Mr. Clean Magic Eraser (optional)
– Artist tape or masking tape (1/2″ or 1″ wide)
– Masking fluid – If there are spots you would rather not paint, you could try using the fluid to keep areas protected. Use color fluid other than white to see the image better (optional)
Can’t find an item? Don’t worry. We can loan any missing supplies.
Supply List
If possible, participants should bring the following items with them to each workshop.
- Watercolor Paints (Winsor Newton Cotman small tubes, or any inexpensive brand)
- Watercolor Paper Pad (140lb cold press / 11×14 or any size close) any brand
- Various Watercolor Brushes: Small round synthetic brushes (#2 & #6), Flat synthetic brushes (1/4” & 1” wide), Fiber brush (#4)
- White Palette with Several Painting Wells
- Mounting Board: Used to accommodate 11×14 watercolor paper as work surface (gatorboard, thin plywood, cooking sheet, foam core board or artist’s drawing board)
- Mr. Clean Magic Eraser (grocery store)
- Masking Tape or Artist White Tape (1”W)
- 2 Water Containers (cups, recycled food containers, jars, etc.)
- 2B Pencil & White or Kneaded Eraser
Can’t find an item? Don’t worry. We can loan any missing supplies.
Questions? Please contact Telagio at (402) 249-8241 or telagiowatercolorist@gmail.com
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