Family Newsletter December 2025

 

Saturday, December 13

9:30 a.m.-Noon

Please note: This year our celebration will be at our Southwest Center!

(5321 S 138th Street  Omaha, NE 68137)

Come enjoy a morning full of holiday cheer, including:

  • Photos with Santa - pictures will take place from 10am-Noon
  • A special station to write and mail letters to the North Pole
  • Festive holiday activities for the whole family, including cookie decorating, ornament making, and a “Make Your Own Reindeer Food” station.  


We’re also excited to welcome Jo-on-the-Go, who will be onsite serving holiday beverages and treats such as hot cocoa, coffee, tea, donuts, and muffins.

Giving Tuesday Results

WE DID IT! We raised over $30,000 for Giving Tuesday, which means we unlocked the $30,000 matching grant from the generous Rupert Dunklau Foundation to bring our total to over $60,000! Thank you to everyone who donated and helped spread our message wide and far!

 

Shop + Support CRCC at Kendra Scott!

Thursday, December 11, 5:30-8 p.m.

Join us at Kendra Scott in Village Pointe for some jewelry shopping!

The best part? 20% of all purchases will go back to support our CRCC kiddos when you mentioned CRCC!


If you are unable to join us in person, shop online on December 11 & 12 and CRCC will receive 20% when you enter the code GIVEBACK-KLKVQ when you checkout. In-store customers can mention CRCC to give back. If you have any questions, please contact Annie at abougger@crccomaha.org. Kendra Scott is located at 17250 Davenport St, Suite 110.

 

CRCC will be closed from December 24 through January 4.

As a reminder, CRCC NW will be closed to families on December 22-23 to allow staff to prepare for construction over break.


 
 
 

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We Rock The Spectrum - Omaha: Sensory-Friendly Santa

Bring your kiddos to a sensory-friendly photo session with Santa! No crowds, no lines, no stress, just a warm and welcoming experience! Each family will receive a sled ornament picture frame for your professional photo, a sweet keepsake you’ll treasure for years. You’ll also enjoy 30 minutes of Open Play and take home some delicious Christmas cookies. Email Tara@werockomaha.com to reserve your spot! 


Event Details:

• Sunday, December 7th — 9 AM to 1 PM

• $38 per family

• Private, sensory friendly photo sessions

• Professional photos included (will be emailed)

• Free gift

• Cookies + 30 minutes of Open Play (gym is open only to event attendees)


Shop + Support CRCC at Kendra Scott!

Thursday, December 11, 5:30-8 p.m.


Family Holiday Party

Saturday, December 13

Winter Break

CRCC will be closed from December 24 through January 4.

As a reminder, CRCC NW will be closed to families on December 22-23 to allow staff to prepare for construction over break.

 
 

Community Partners

 

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We share a lot of great content on our Facebook and Instagram pages! Give us a follow so you can share in the fun stuff happening at both centers!


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