LGBTQIA2S+ Inclusion InitiativesBFF is proud to announce our 2020 LGBTQIA2S+ Inclusion Initiatives, supported by
the Equality Fund through the Omaha Community Foundation. With this great opportunity, BFF is getting to WERK and celebrating Pride this June. We believe in the spirit of pride and invite everyone all over the city to celebrate pride with us! Because Pride is not just an event, it is a feeling. *LGBTQIA2S+ Inclusion Initiatives is supported by the Equality Fund through the Omaha Community Foundation.
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BFF GREEN TEAMThe BFF Environment Sustainability program aims to keep Benson inviting and healthy while showcasing the positive effects of environmentally sustainable practices by providing resources and opportunities for Benson residents, businesses, and communities.
The program includes a dedicated volunteer crew (BFF Green Team), an educational program (DIY Green Club), a community engagement program (Benson Cleanup Crew), and opportunities for community partnerships. *BFF's Green Team is supported by the Omaha Neighborhood Grants Program, a program of the Omaha Community Foundation. |
July First Friday!
The FEWThe FEW is an original webisode program providing
weekly interactive entertainment for the quarantined MANY - brought to you by The FEW. The FEW's mission is to support local artists and businesses while maintaining and strengthening community connections. Hosted by Caitlin Little, John-Paul Gurnett, & Alex Jochim. Filmed & edited by Joe Rohleder. |
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MARK THEM CALENDARS!
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New American Arts Festival - REFRAMED August 7th New American Arts Festival - Reframed An IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL celebration of the visual and performing arts of New Americans (Immigrant and Refugees) in downtown Benson PETFEST 2020 August 15th BFF's annual music and art fundraiser! |
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New American Arts Festival
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Summer Artist MarketsSummer's almost here!
And we'll be closing Military Ave @ Maple St. each month for our 2020 Artist Markets! Join us ON THE STREET during BFFs May-September, 5pm-10pm each month! Featuring Artist Vendors, Community Organizations, Performances, On-Street DJs, Youth Activities, Food, & FUN. Calling all LIVE ARTISTS, ARTIST VENDORS, & PERFORMERS! |
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Youth EngagementBFF is rampin' up our Youth Engagement in 2020!
Monthly activities, weekly get-togethers, teen workshops, OPS outreach, public art projects, scholarships, and MORE. Connect via our YE FACEBOOK PAGE OR Our YE GROUP PAGE |
PETSHOPWe are proud to announce that BFF has taken over lease and overhead management of PETSHOP - a shared space in Benson, offering studios, galleries, storage, event & meeting space, & offices.
We have also moved the BFF HQ into Petshop's latest expansion! So it is officially now our home :) While BFF manages the overhead, we are still keeping programming artist and community driven. See what's next in the galleries, who's in the studios, and how you can host your event at PETSHOP. |
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2020 InternshipsCOVID-willing, our 2020 Seasonal Internships will begin on May 25th!
BFF is seeking interns for each of the following departments (program descriptions below):
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We have to give much praise & credit to Sarah Miller!
Our website wouldn't look as great as it does without the amazing imagery
provided by our BFF Photographer, Sarah Miller!
Thank you Sarah for your talent and dedication to Benson First Friday!
To see more of Sarah's work, CLICK HERE
Our website wouldn't look as great as it does without the amazing imagery
provided by our BFF Photographer, Sarah Miller!
Thank you Sarah for your talent and dedication to Benson First Friday!
To see more of Sarah's work, CLICK HERE
Visit her BFF Galleries:
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BFF events occur monthly in Benson.
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