🥐 Le Petit Paris stacks eclairs in West Omaha

⚾ Banana Ball heads to Charles Schwab Field

The Gist: The Banana Ball Championship League is bringing its fast-paced, interactive show to Omaha on September 3 and 4, 2027. While the Savannah Bananas themselves are not playing, fans can catch the Firefighters facing off against the Party Animals.

Why It Matters: Tickets go through a lottery. Enter by October 31 at 10:59 p.m. for a chance to buy seats.

🛋️ Permit filed for Nebraska's first Arhaus

The Gist: A building permit was filed for tenant finishes at 19052 Davenport Street, paving the way for Nebraska's first Arhaus store. The luxury furniture retailer will occupy over 15,000 square feet in the Avenue One Good Life District, joining incoming spots like West Elm, L.L.Bean, and Perry's Steakhouse & Grille.

Why It Matters: Omaha shoppers will be able to see the furniture in person at Nebraska's first location, with an opening planned for 2027.

🥐 Eclairs for your next bakery stop

567 North 155th Plaza, Omaha

Le Petit Paris is a French bakery in West Omaha. The pastry case is filled with vanilla, chocolate, and caramel eclairs, along with Paris Brest, lemon tarts, and kouign-amann. You can also pick up rustic breads and savory pastries. If you go on the weekend, plan to stop in before 1 p.m., because doors close early on Saturdays and Sundays.

☕ Book browsing with candy apple chai

The Wandering Page is a bookstore cafe in Omaha. Its seasonal menu gives you a reason to linger over a chapter: candy apple chai, pumpkin cheesecake shaken espresso and a Ghostly White Russian. There's baklava for a small bite, too. If you're settling in for a longer read, the brewed coffee comes with free refills.