Thursday, September 29, 2022
2 to 4 p.m. Sneak Peek | $250 per person
Come in your sneakers and enjoy an exclusive shopping experience- as the first patrons to have access to the one-of-a-kind treasures in our exhibitor booths.
Pre-registration is required.
Hosted by: Esther and Dan Brabec, Julie and Lance Fritz, Susan and Mike Lebens
5 to 6 p.m. Collector's Circle Champagne Reception
An exclusive champagne reception for sponsors at the Lily Level and above.
Sponsored by Porsche of Omaha
6 to 9 p.m. Preview Party | $150 per person
It’s opening night- your first chance to discover the wonders of the weekend and shop the show. Join us for an evening full of fine food and drink, incredible art and antiques, and good company. Tickets include valet parking, a open bar, and the opportunity to mix and mingle with fellow design enthusiasts and garden supporters.
Hosted by: Chloe and Dr. Daniel Firestone, Dr. Mary Finnegan, Autumn Foland, Jamie and Ted Friedland, Mindy and Bill Geis, Karen and Kim Hawkins, Torey and John Reed, Kara and Joe Spitzenberger, Suellen and Bill Willett
Friday, September 30, 2022
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Show Hours
10 a.m. Designer Credited Course (CEU) with Knoll Furniture
Presenter to be announced
On Friday, September 30 at 10 a.m., the show will offer a complimentary one-hour CEU course so that area designers can stay up-to-date with industry tools, trends, products and best practices. Open to design professionals.
Pre-registration is required.
11:30 a.m. Luncheon & Lecture with Alex Papachristidis | $125
Join us for a FRESH take on interior design with acclaimed designer Alex Papachristidis. Fusing both modern and traditional elements, his work has been called thoughtful, personal, sophisticated, and eclectic. Reflective of the rooms that Papachristidis designs and his new book, The Elegant Life: Rooms That Welcome and Inspire, this luncheon will sizzle with style.
Luncheon hosts: Nicole Clifton-Mills, Angel Stottle, and Melanie Wilwerding
Sponsored by FNBO
Saturday, October 1, 2022
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Show Hours
11:30 a.m. Luncheon & Lecture with Aldous Bertram | $125
Saturday’s luncheon features Aldous Bertram, an artist, illustrator, and interior designer known for applying his unique artistic vision to everything from murals to miniatures. Today, he’s making waves with his signature mix of classicism and chinoiserie, with a tropical twist. On Saturday, join Bertram for a delectable art history lesson based on his charming book, Dragons & Pagodas: A Celebration of Chinoiserie, a collection of historical and architectural details and Bertram’s own ravishing watercolors.
Luncheon hosts: Dawn Buchanan & Lindsey Tonniges, Darlene Mueller & Leslie Fonda
Sponsored by Bridges Trust
2 p.m. Antiques & Design Academy: "Chat With Christos"
Presented by Christos Garkinos of Covet by Christos
FREE with paid show admission or a Saturday luncheon reservation. Pre-registration is required.
Sponsored by the Dixon Family Foundation
Sunday, October 2, 2022
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Show Hours
11:30 a.m. Luncheon & Wine Tasting with Karen MacNeil | $125
It’s not every Sunday that you get to experience a dynamic wine presentation and tasting with the only American to have won every major wine award given in the English language. But on show Sunday, you can! Join Karen MacNeil, award-winning author of THE WINE BIBLE and creator of the digital newsletter WineSpeed, for an entertaining and informative event, where her engaging style and passion for wine will be on full display.
Sponsored by Omaha Steaks
Wine sponsors: Karen and Taylor Borchert, Beth and Matt Breunsbach, Marlina and Dusty Davidson, Laura and Tony Essay, Melanie and David Hecker, Maddie and Walt Keeling, Stacey and Sean Kimble, Lauren McDonnell, Katie and Phil McDonnell, Ashley and Dr. Matthew McMahon, Jeannie O’Donnell-Heckman, Stephanie and Robb Pantano, The Patterson Family Foundation, Paige and Brian Ritter, Lee Emma Running and Chris Russell, Shelly and Dr. Stan Schack
