Personal Histories curated by Caitlin Applegate
Tugboat Gallery | 116 North 14th Street in Lincoln
Opening Reception on Friday, July 11th from 7pm-10pm
Featuring work by Larry Gawel, Carlos Guerrero, Ying Zhu and Caitlin Applegate. The exhibit runs through July 31st.
Questions answered at Gomez Art Supply (402) 477-6200 or at www.TugboatGallery.com
21st Century Vodou and the Global Shift of Consciousness
A Lecture by international lecturer and consultant, Djaloki Dessables
Love's Jazz and Art Center | 2510 N 24th Street | July 24th at 7pm
An introduction to a few Ayitian Vodou values and principles, presented as possible tools usable by Western individuals, communities and organizations who are expanding - or want to expand - their consciousness beyond the conventional modern Western paradigms. Although this approach includes spiritual considerations, it does 
not require any religious belief or affiliation in particular, but yes, an open mind, enough to consider that non-physical non-rational parameters can affect our physical condition.
"No Cigar, No Job"
The RNG Gallery | 1915 Leavenworth Street
Opening Reception on July 26th from 7pm to 10pm
A show of art created in Haiti by Chris Lawson and the artists of FOSAJ Art Center (Jacmel, Haiti). Featuring an audio installation by Orenda Fink (Art in Manila, Azure Ray)and Todd Fink (The Faint). This show will display original pieces of art work as well as installations created and displayed in Jacmel, Haiti.
Opening and Artist's Reception on Saturday, July 26th from 7pm to 10pm. This exhibit will run through August 24th
Film Stream's Feature 2008: Laura Dern and Alexander Payne
Holland Performing Arts Center | July 13th at 8pm
On Sunday, July 13, 2008, Film Streams heads to the Holland Center, where Academy Award-winning director and Film Streams Board Member Alexander Payne will share the concert-hall stage with acclaimed actress Laura Dern for a conversation about her career and select clips from her movies.
For more information on this event, please visit http://www.filmstreams.org
loom
Espana Tapas Bar | 6064 Maple Street | July 3rd from 9pm to 1am
A monthly dance event with global soul music featuring DJ's Brent Crampton, Greg Jackson with live percussionist Shif-D and host, Jay 'Rhythm Souldier' Kline. Presenting an original concept for Omaha in music and dance, the event is geared towards world-influenced music while transcending race, ethnicity, religion and age. An event for all people who are looking to find a release through dance, a connection to people through music, and create an unforgettable energy.
For more information, please visit http://www.myspace.com/loomgathering
Endless Summer: An Exhibition-in-Motion Continues...
Bemis Center | 724 South 12th Street | June 6th through August 16th
An exhibition-in-motion that includes film screenings, performances, architectural installations, dance parties, rock shows, picnics, symposia and hybrids of the above, Endless Summer heats up the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts from June 6 through August 16. Based in Gallery 3, the events represent the first major project conceived by recently named curator Hesse McGraw. The series of happenings highlight new adventures in contemporary culture that will energize the gallery and create a social hub for diverse audiences.
For more information, visit http://www.bemiscenter.org
Jazz on the Green 2008
Joslyn Museum of Art | 2200 Dodge Street | Lawn opens at 4pm, Performances begin at 7pm
An Omaha summertime tradition continues as Joslyn Art Museum presents the 24th annual Jazz on the Green, a concert series celebrating the great variety of jazz styles and bringing local, regional, and national jazz players to the Museum's grounds. Recognized as one of the most popular free summer events in Omaha, drawing tens of thousands for exhilarating performances each year, Jazz on the Green kicks-off its 2008 season on Thursday, July 10.
For more information, please visit http://www.joslyn.org/activities/Music.aspx
Shakespeare on the Green
Much Ado About Nothing and King Lear | 60th & Dodge Performances start at 8pm
For more info, visit http://www.nebraskashakespeare.com
tugBoat gallery (lincoln)
bemis center for contemporary arts
phillip schrager collection of contemporary art
joslyn art museum
sheldon museum of art (lincoln)
paparazzi by appointment
dundee gallery
hot shops art center
film streams
the blue barn theatre
omaha performing arts
the waiting room lounge
the slowdown
