Millwork Commons

The Prairie is blooming, the Skate Spot is rolling, and the days feel just a little longer 🌞 Both spaces are open to the public until 10pm daily. Come skate, wander, or just settle in and stay awhile!

There’s something special about the Dock during Mindful Mondays ✨ When @joybringslight fills the space with sound, the entire neighborhood seems to slow down for a moment. In a world that moves fast and asks so much of us, these sessions offer space to pause, breathe deeply, reconnect, and simply be. Sound healing can support emotional, mental, and physical wellness, and this series has become a community favorite for good reason. → One final session remains! Join us on May 18 at 6pm for the last Mindful Monday sound bath of the season.

Good weather, and community connections are calling your name at Millwork this week ☀️ 🧘‍♂️ May 12: Get outside of your home and enjoy a bit of movement with us! Due to inclement weather, Yoga in The Dock returns with @lotushouseofyoga at 6pm, free as always. Just bring a mat, water, and yourself.⁠ ☕️ May 13: @omaha1mc returns to the Dock with an 8:30am meetup and a 9am presentation from Malindi Gabelhouse, CEO of HomeLincMatch. → Stay after for VC Office Hours, hosted by MOVE Venture Capital and Nebraska Startup Academy. Dive into workshops like Tech Training Wheels with @helloappsky and Omaha Data Science Academy, or get expert legal advice from Baird Holm LLP during Legal Office Hours!⁠ 💼 May 13: Join @heartland_workforce Solutions and Omaha Data Science Academy (@canlearnsmart ) in the Dock from 5-7pm for their Highly Technical Job Fair. Connect with employers hiring in data, AI, analytics, software, and IT. 🍽️ May 14: Save a spot for this special episode of Restaurant Hoppen Live at Millwork Commons! From 5:30-7:15pm at the Dock, join for good eats and a panel including 3 amazing local chefs from @block16.jessnpaul , @aucourantrestaurant , and our very own @sweetmagnoliasbakeshop . → Free to join. Reservations are recommended via the link in bio.

✨ Calling all vendors! ✨ Millwork Commons is hosting our very first Millwork Market, and we’re looking for Omaha’s makers, artists, and curators to fill the Dock with something special. From handmade goods and original art to thoughtfully curated vintage and packaged food and beverage brands, this market is all about showcasing the creativity that lives within our community. 📍 The Ashton (1229 Millwork Ave) 🗓 Saturday, August 15 | 11am–3pm (setup begins at 9am) Applications will be accepted from May 9 through May 25 at 11:59pm. Vendors will be thoughtfully selected to create a diverse and well-rounded market, and for this first event, there are no vendor fees. If you’ve been looking for a place to share your work, this is your moment! → Apply through the link in our bio

Looking for a thoughtful way to celebrate the motherly figures in your life this weekend? A stroll through Millwork Commons might be a pretty good place to start ✨ → @heirloomffmarket is stocked with home goods, pantry staples, and thoughtfully curated finds. Rumor has it they may even help you build a custom gift basket filled with favorite selections! → Love a good accessory moment? @kinkeadoptical carries sunglasses, frames, and eyewear chains by local designer @heatherkitajewelry . → A sweet treat never hurts! @sweetmagnoliasbakeshop will be stocked with pastries all weekend long. Open Saturday 8am–2pm and Sunday 8am–1pm. → Newly opened in the @hello_apts building, @naturalnail.studio offers a calm, intentional approach to manicures and pedicures. → Need a last-minute card, candle, or thoughtful little something? @wickandpaperstudio has handmade candles and gifts waiting for you inside @dizzymuleapts . → For the cool moms out there! Book an appointment with one of the talented artists of @brightsidetattooomaha and finally get those matching tattoos you’ve talked about for years. → @all_in_thyme_bakery_cafe is open Friday and Saturday 8am–3pm with fresh breads, focaccia, and sourdough offerings perfect for the savory lover in your life. → And yes, @archetyperoasters is now open Sundays! Stop by the Dock from 8am–12pm for coffee and a cozy place to catch up.

Millwork Commons is buzzing with events this week, come see what’s in store!⁠ ✨⁠ 🎉 May 5: Happy Cinco de Mayo from Millwork Commons! 🫂 May 5: Something special is happening at @krosstraindraftworks on the first Tuesday of every month from 4–5:30pm! Friendly Friends is a chance to celebrate life before our own Celebration of Life. Reconnect with familiar faces, meet someone new, and raise a glass knowing that $1 from every drink purchase (including non-alcoholic options) supports our neighbors at @sienafrancishouse . And of course, complimentary pizza from @pizzadolomiti will be waiting for you. 🧘‍♂️ May 5: Get outside of your home and enjoy a bit of movement with us! Due to inclement weather, Yoga in The Dock returns with @lotushouseofyoga at 6pm, free as always. Just bring a mat, water, and yourself.⁠ 🩸 May 7: Join @nebloodbank in their Bloodmobile from 10am–3pm! One donation can save up to three lives, and the entire process takes less than an hour. Before you come in, please make sure you’ve eaten, are well hydrated, symptom-free, and 17 or older. Don’t forget to bring a valid photo ID! 💻 May 7: Join in the Dock at 10am for an exclusive fireside chat with James Garvey, founder and former CEO of Self Financial, a Techstars unicorn that has helped millions of Americans build credit and access better financial opportunities. James will share the journey of building Self from a Techstars-backed early-stage startup into a fintech powerhouse with a billion-dollar valuation. 🖼️ May 7: Spend an evening at the Dock at 5:30pm with artist Amy Haney (@amyehaney ), whose solo show War Birds is currently on view at Millwork Commons in the @lala.exhibitions Gallery. After spending time with the exhibition, stick around for a beer or cold beverage (on us!) at @krosstraindraftworks .

From panels and free screenings to fireside chats and sound baths, the neighborhood has been steadily taking shape, with more activity building each week! Our tenants are bringing the energy, and the calendar continues to fill. With warmer weather and more visitors making their way through, everything is starting to find its rhythm. → Want to keep up with it all? ✨ Sign up for our monthly newsletter and get updates straight to your inbox. Link in bio.

There’s always more happening than what meets the eye! Last night’s Millwork Conversations on arts programming peeled back the curtain on Omaha’s creative scene, with insights from Alajia McKizia (@thejoyambition ), John-Paul “JP” Gurnett (@bffomaha ), and Melissa McCarthy (@joslyncastle & Gardens). Together, they offered a glimpse into the care and delicate coordination behind the work, and the commitment it takes to make space for artists to do what they do best. → Want to be part of it? Follow their work to stay connected, and keep an eye out for upcoming volunteer opportunities.

Help us welcome May at Millwork Commons! 🌸 🧘‍♂️ April 28: Get outside of your home and enjoy a bit of movement with us! Due to inclement weather, Yoga in The Dock returns with @lotushouseofyoga at 6pm, free as always. Just bring a mat, water, and yourself.⁠ → This week's session is being subbed by Lotus instructor, Savannah. ☕️ April 29: @omaha1mc returns to the Dock with an 8:30am meetup and a 9am presentation from Neal Agarwal, Founder of @cityverseai . 💬 April 29: What brings arts programming to life in a city like Omaha? Join us for a conversation from 5:00–7:00pm in the Dock with Alajia McKizia (@thejoyambition ), John-Paul “JP” Gurnett (@bffomaha ), and Melissa McCarthy (@joslyncastle & Gardens) to explore the ideas and partnerships shaping creative experiences in our community. ⁠ Here’s a glimpse of the evening:⁠ 🕔 5:00pm | Doors Open / Social Hour at @krosstraindraftworks ⁠ 🕠 5:30pm | Conversation Kick-Off⁠ 🕡 6:15pm | Q&A⁠ 🤝 April 30: Join us in the Dock for the @midlandsafricanchamber Ubuntu Mixer, the signature networking event of Pitch Black Conference 2026. From 4:30-8pm connect with finalists, judges, investors, and sponsors the evening before the main event for an engaging night of meaningful conversations and celebration. 🔑 April 30: Join Habitat Omaha from 5:30–7pm in their offices on the 3rd floor of The Ashton as they bring together homeowners, neighbors, and friends to discuss Mayor Ewing’s current initiatives for the city, including affordable housing, the Omaha Streetcar Project, and the “Year of the Neighbor.” 💻 May 1: Hosted by @nmotionstartups and @wedontcoast , the Gr8er Plains Summit at the Dock is a dynamic gathering of investors, founders, and business leaders from across the Midwest and Great Plains. From 9:45–10:30am, attendees will engage in interactive discussions, curated networking, and high-value, pre-matched meetings. 🎸 May 3: @omahamobilestage is making its way back to the Prairie from 6–8pm for Battle of the Bands! A free youth competition open to bands with members up to age 20, this is a chance for young musicians to take the stage, connect with peers, and show Omaha what they’ve got.

Have you spotted the @omahamobilestage rolling through the neighborhood? 🎶 It’s making its way back to Millwork Commons on May 3 from 6–8pm for Battle of the Bands! A free youth competition open to bands with members up to age 20, this is a chance for young musicians to take the stage, connect with peers, and show Omaha what they’ve got. → There’s more on the line than bragging rights: winners will earn a spot on a summer showcase at @reverb_lounge , sponsored by @onepercentproductions . The Omaha Mobile Stage is a showstopper in itself ✨ a converted box truck turned fully functional performance space, bringing music and arts directly into communities across the metro. Pull up, bring a friend, and help us crown the next headliner!

A big step forward for access and movement in our city 🚲 We were proud to stand alongside @heartlandbikeshare , excited community members, Omaha’s mayor, Nebraska State Poet Jewel Rodgers (@jewel.rodgers ), and fellow sponsors to celebrate the launch of the new Free Rides program on Bike Share Day. Now, metro-area residents ages 16+ can ✨ ride for free ✨ across one of the largest geographically covered bike share systems in the country, with service spanning Omaha, Bellevue, Papillion, La Vista, Ralston, and Council Bluffs. This pilot program is made possible through the support of sponsors and community investment, with funding secured through 2026. Keep an eye out for Millwork Commons touches rolling out soon, including custom bike baskets and dock stations! → Sign up for the Free Rides pass at the link in bio

A full week of events is unfolding at Millwork Commons ✨ 🚲 April 20: Join us for a night of education, and action, with speakers from @bikewalknebraska and Rep. Earl Blumenauer! Starting at 5pm in the Dock, enjoy a rallying speech from the former Oregon Congressman, and ways you can get involved in advocacy efforts! 🧘‍♂️ April 21: Starting this week Yoga in the Prairie is back! Join @lotushouseofyoga for weekly sessions at 6pm and take your practice outside. Free to attend, just bring a mat, water, and yourself. → Keep an eye out for weekly updates on location based on weather. ☕️ April 22: @omaha1mc returns to the Dock with an 8:30am meetup and a 9am presentation from the team behind @openrangeorg , Laurel Oetken and Jocelyn Stange. → Stay after for VC Office Hours, hosted by MOVE Venture Capital and Nebraska Startup Academy. Dive into workshops like Tech Training Wheels with @helloappsky and Omaha Data Science Academy, or get expert legal advice from Baird Holm LLP during Legal Office Hours!⁠ 🎥 April 22: @filmstreams is returning to Millwork Commons!⁠ At 5pm, join us inside the Dock (1229 Millwork Ave) for Next Up — a @filmstreams Spring Preview highlighting their Q2 programming.⁠ Here’s a look at the evening:⁠ 🕔 5pm | Social Hour → Enjoy complimentary fun-sized popcorn and sign up for a Film Streams membership⁠ 🕕 6pm | Previews Begin → Hear from Elijah Hoefer and catch previews of what’s coming to the big screen⁠ 🎬 April 23: Join @joshualabure , host of @kiosomahapublicradio 's KIOS at the Movies, for Docs @ the Dock at 7:30pm.⁠ ⁠→ April's Feature: Salesman Salesman (1969) follows a group of door-to-door Bible salesmen as they travel across the American Northeast, offering a quiet, intimate look at ambition, belief, and the realities of making a living on the road. 💡 April 26: Young people can do big things, and this is your chance to see it! Join us for the Omaha Children’s Business Fair from 2-4pm and support 100 young entrepreneurs as they bring their ideas to life. It’s an inspiring, family-friendly event where you can shop, connect, and experience what young people are truly capable of.