Decked-out homes tucked away in neighborhoods aren't the only place to see holiday lights.
Main streets in towns and suburban communities offer other colorful opportunities, as do shopping malls throughout the Midlands.
But lights aren't the only way to get into the holiday spirit. Special events are scheduled through December and beyond.
Here's a sampling of what's going on (admission fees may apply):
Lauritzen Gardens: Holiday Poinsettia Show and train displays. Open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Friday through Jan. 10, except Christmas and New Year's Day.
General Dodge House: Victorian Christmas decorations, including more than 20 trees, through Dec. 31. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. At 605 Third St., Council Bluffs.
Durham Museum: Christmas at Union Station, 801 S. 10th St. Plus, ethnic trees exhibit and Christmas miniatures exhibit run Friday through Jan. 3.
General Crook House: Ten Christmas trees and decorations from 1879 on display through Dec. 31. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays; 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. At Fort Omaha, 30th and Fort Streets.
Blair, Neb.: “Sights and Sounds of Christmas” at Dana College. Events start Sunday at 10 a.m.
Minden, Neb.: “The Light of the World” Christmas pageant in the courthouse square Sunday and Dec. 13. Details at www.mindenne.org.
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