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Located in desired Bay Wood. This is one of the nicest homes you’ll find. Generously proportioned rooms. Ideally designed family home. Master suite features massive walk in closet, dual shower, double sinks, and sitting area. Classic hearth room kitchen combined with F/P, and dinette, that overlooks an oversized deck. Five true bedrooms, each with its own attached bath. Lower level is ideal for entertaining with ample room for the whole gang. Home has 3 fireplaces, new carpet. Many upgrades!
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MOTHER OF: Nicholas, 14; Elizabeth, 12; Christopher, 9; Beau, 2; Penelope, 1 PROFESSION: Partner at Kutak Rock LLP law firm VOLUNTEERS WITH: Junior League of Omaha, Child Saving Institute, Joslyn Castle Guild, Omaha Symphony Guild, Lauritzen Gardens LIFE MOTTO: When I’m old and gray, will this matter? If not, it isn’t worth losing sleep over. Lucy Newberry has worked on many fundraisers, but one event in particular stands out: Stand Down for Vets, which gave homeless veterans health services and free items such as sleeping bags, boots, and basic warm clothing. “It was a life-changing experience for me,” she said. Newberry, a partner at law firm Kutak Rock LLP, is committed to supporting several organizations in Omaha. She is a sustaining member of the Junior League of Omaha. Her volunteer work there connected her to the Child Saving Institute Guild, and she has chaired many of the guild’s fundraising events. The mother of five was drawn to the organization’s mission of meeting the needs of at-risk children.
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OUR passion Why do you choose to make the time to volunteer? I am blessed beyond explanation, and I feel a personal responsibility to do what I can to enrich my community. I want my children to see me giving back so that they know what it means to be a part of something bigger than themselves. What are the most important lessons you want your kids to learn? Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, no matter their circumstance. I want my children to understand that it isn’t always writing a check, but rather jumping into the trenches and being willing to look people in the eye and convey to them that despite where they may find themselves at the moment, they are worth something. How do you balance your family’s needs, your professional and volunteer obligations and still make time for you? There is no such thing as total balance, particularly when you are trying to manage a large family, partnership at a large law firm, and active community involvement. Number one, my family comes first. I try to involve my children when I can with volunteering (like spending time every year volunteering at
Child Saving Institute’s Touch-A-Truck “friend-raiser”). I work reasonable hours at the office and sometimes I need to work after the kids go to sleep, but I am lucky to work for a firm that has an expectation that attorneys and associated professionals endeavor to have reasonably balanced lives. And my volunteering is almost always done alongside women who I consider to be dear friends. Whether it is chairing a fundraiser, asking for donations, or working at an event, you’ll usually see a number of my friends and colleagues right by my side. How do you get the kids involved in volunteering? I find some way that the kids will really enjoy being involved. My oldest, Nicholas, has worked the bounce houses at Touch-A-Truck for a number of years. My daughter Libby helped paint clown faces at Touch-A-Truck. They’ve each helped me stuff envelopes for fundraisers more times than they care to count and have helped stuff guest bags for multiple events. Lauritzen Gardens held an Easter egg hunt this year, and Nicholas, Libby and Christopher helped me stuff 2,000 candy eggs. Find a way that they can help and run with it!
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Kate Schafer, 35 MOTHER OF: Emma, 13; Jack, 8; Sam, 7 ENTREPRENEUR BEHIND: Fleurish, a floral design company VOLUNTEERS WITH: Race for the Cure, Junior League of Omaha, Rose Theater, the Legacy Board, Children’s Hospital and Medical Center, Child Saving Institute, Girls Inc., TeamMates, American Cancer Society LIFE MOTTO: Leap and the net will appear. Kate Schafer’s volunteer work spans multiple Omaha organizations. When she sees a need to be met, she volunteers. “Whether it’s an auction, a race, a meal, a leadership position or a supportive role, I am happy to be a part of something if I feel like I can help make a meaningful impact,” she said. Schafer was a stay-at-home mom when she discovered a flair for decorating homes and storefronts for the holidays. In 2003, she launched Fleurish, a small business that offers floral services including event styling, seasonal displays and container gardening. Why do you choose to make the time to volunteer? I feel that it’s important to give back to the community where I live and the community my children are growing up in. It’s incredibly rewarding to know I have contributed to making Omaha a better place to live, and that I have helped others when they needed it. When you volunteer, you usually get back more than you give. You make new friends, you learn new skills, and you have the opportunity to be part of something larger than yourself. How do you get the kids involved in volunteering? When appropriate, I let my kids help. Sometimes that means they get to help me pick out items to donate. Other times that means physically helping me work at an event, such as at the Rose
Theater’s boutique or packet pickup for Race for the Cure. I hope that by involving them when I can and talking to them about volunteerism, they will value it. Hopefully one day they will be active in their community, too. What are the most important lessons you want your kids to learn? There are two things I want my kids to learn more than anything else: work hard and be nice. I feel if they can learn to do those two things, they can be anything they want. What does a good day look like in your family? A good day for my family starts when everyone leaves the house on time and is happy doing so. Just before we leave, my kids tell me they love me, instead of “I forgot to do my homework,” or “By the way, I need you to make me a lunch.” It’s a day full of funny texts from my husband, coffee with a good friend, and a concise but productive volunteer meeting. It’s a night with dinner at the kitchen table with my family, instead of driving through someplace between kids’ sports practices, and watching my boys ride bikes or play outside until bedtime while my daughter tells me about middle school drama. It’s closing out the evening by watching Netflix with my husband while I work on my laptop, and he works on his. What do you hope your kids will have great memories of? I hope my kids have great memories of the time we spend together as a family laughing. No family is perfect, especially mine, but we know how to have fun together. I hope that my kids will look back fondly at my dancing in the car at stoplights just to embarrass them or the summer mandate that we must eat ice cream every day. I hope they forget just how much they fight with each other and how often I make them clean their rooms!
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Leslie Mayo, 46 MOTHER OF: Lauren, 12; Ryan, 10 PROFESSION: Director of Business Operations, Freestone Wealth Strategies VOLUNTEERS WITH: Children’s Hospital and Medical Center Carolyn Scott Rainbow House, Junior League of Omaha, Rose Theater Guild, Girls Inc., Child Saving Institute, Literacy Center of the Midlands, Fontenelle Forest, Completely Kids, Omaha Performing Arts Society, Omaha Symphony, Aquatic Club of Elkhorn QUOTE FOR LIFE: “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth.” — Muhammad Ali Leslie Mayo’s volunteerism sprouted from a mother’s group. The group introduced her to the Carolyn Scott Rainbow House at Children’s Hospital and Medical Center, which provides accommodation for families and patients undergoing treatment at Children’s. Her fundraising efforts help the Rainbow House accommodate over 2,000 families each year at no charge. The service is “a priceless gift to families often facing heavy financial and emotional burdens,” she said. Mayo has been a member of the Junior League of Omaha for over 10 years. Through Junior League, Mayo became connected with other Omaha-area orga-
nizations that help to make a difference in the lives of children and families. Why do you choose to make the time to volunteer? Because each of us has the ability to make a difference in the life of another. Additionally, I really like the women that I volunteer with. Some of my best friends I met through either a nonprofit group or a volunteer event. What are the most important lessons you want your kids to learn? That each of us can make a difference in the life of another person. I hope my kids ultimately learn volunteering in the community is a great thing that can enrich one’s soul and provide a different perspective of the world. I love this quote about the importance of sharing volunteerism with children: “Nothing teaches hope, kindness, courage and compassion like helping others.” How do you get the kids involved in volunteering? My children love to help me volunteer when they can. My daughter has made fleece blankets for sick kids, stuffed backpacks for children who are unexpectedly removed from their homes as a result of a crisis situation, and helped prepare table decorations for benefit events. My son enjoys helping bake
treats for the families staying at the Rainbow House. What do you hope your kids will have great memories of? That the time they spent volunteering with mom was as much fun as it was rewarding, and that their mom worked to make Omaha and the surrounding area a community to be proud of. How do you balance your family’s needs, your professional and volunteer obligations and still make time for you? Some days are definitely better than others. My calendar is very important in order to balance everything. Also, a very supportive spouse is invaluable. I would not be able to give my time to volunteer without his help and understanding. I really enjoying volunteering, so this helps me find “my time” as it gives me a chance to hang out with my friends and do something to make a difference at the same time. Other than your children, what is the accomplishment you are most proud of? Knowing that I had a part in making a positive impact on the lives of others. I have been very fortunate to have been involved in several projects through the Junior League of Omaha that make a difference in the lives of children.
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iving off-campus with his brother while attending the University of Nebraska, Jared Clarke never envisioned himself as a chef. As he and his brother were left to fend for themselves, cooking became more than just making meals – it started to become a passion. Far from his mom’s homecooked meals in Fairbury, Jared began to experiment in the kitchen. Mixing ingredients and ideas with no formal culinary experience, he and his brother started hosting dinner parties sharing his home cooked meals with friends, offering a fun and fresh alternative to Amigo’s and Runza.
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After spending nearly six years in Chicago, he had elevated his knowledge and familiarity with Chicago’s aggressive culinary style and fast-paced kitchen atmosphere. With a well-rounded stint in Chicago under his belt, Jared and his wife decided it was time to return to Omaha as their family began to grow. With stops at Flagship Restaurants, where he assisted in the development of the menu at Blue Sushi, and a successful launch at Blue Agave, it was time to branch out on his own. After checking out various locations, and considering a variety of concepts, he secured his current location at 1814 North 144th Street and launched Railcar Modern American Kitchen, a tribute to Omaha’s Union Pacific ties. It was his vision to bring to life original American cuisine as featured on early dining cars, with a new and modern flair. Upon entering Railcar, you are enveloped in a warm atmosphere with vintage railroad memorabilia, photography, and rustic railcar wood on the walls. The staff is well-trained to make the experience nothing short of exceptional, but it is examination of the menu that makes you understand the thought put into each dish, each fresh ingredient, and the perfect combination of items served with each meal. Whether it be the truly original appetizers, the amazing entrees with local, fresh ingredients, or their sandwiches with flair – you will not be disappointed. This is not your average Omaha eatery, this is a true dining experience that should not be missed.
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or 8-year-old Nick Wright, it was a chance to be like his older siblings. For 32-year-old Melissa Giersch, it was a chance to be a vocal advocate. For 18-yearold Skylar Simmonds, it was the chance to feel proud. For Nick, Melissa, Skylar, and thousands like them, Special Olympics Nebraska is more than just an occasional sporting event. The organization gives individuals with intellectual disabilities of all ages the opportunity to develop physical fitness, experience joy, build friendships, and share their gifts and skills. The games are a chance to be true athletes.
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“I like to prove people wrong,” said Skylar, whose track skills recently earned her a place in the national games. “People with disabilities can do what people without disabilities can do. The sky’s the limit.” Special Olympics Nebraska (SONE) serves over 5,000 athletes across the state. Sports are at the heart of the organization: SONE offers year-round training and competition at all ability levels in 19 different sports, from swimming and basketball to bocce and roller skating. Athletes are assigned to competition divisions based on actual performance, preliminary heats, and age to help ensure true competition. The athletes compete for glory at state, national, and international competitions. Every summer, the three-day Special Olympics Nebraska Summer Games bring over 1,000 athletes together to compete for a spot on the national delegation. For many athletes, the games are a culmination of months of hard work. “It means the world to these athletes to get this opportunity to compete, have crowds cheer for them, and see the scale at which the community supports them,” said Kelli Bello, SONE development and media coordinator. Both athletes and family members benefit from the camaraderie and community SONE offers. Alisa Hoffman, a SONE staff member who is also the parent of an athlete, remembers her son’s first competition clearly. “The smile on Matt’s face at the competition was priceless,” she stated. “We knew immediately that we had found our place at Special Olympics, surrounded by families and new
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Nick Wright with his parents, Heather and Scott. friends that ‘got’ what it meant to raise a child with special needs.” Special Olympics came at the right time for Skylar. The teenager had been struggling with anxiety and needed something to help her stay active, said her father, Steve Simmonds. Since starting with SONE, Skylar has earned numerous awards, competed at the national games and served as an ambassador. She has explored hobbies like crochet, lifted school spirit as the Millard South High School mascot, and started planning a future after high school. “Looking back on where we were with Skylar just four short years ago as she began her freshman year at Millard South, her transformation, growth, and accomplishments have been amazing to see,” Steve said. “This is not the Skylar we knew four years ago; this is a Skylar that has grown wildly and positively with the help of many positive experi-
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OUR heart athletes with physical limitations, but otherwise, the rules are generally the same as one would find in other competitions. “I would put our athletes up against any athlete in the state of the Nebraska,” mentioned Childree. One difference between Special Olympics events and other competitions is the attitude toward sportsmanship. High fives and hugs for opposing teams are a common sight at a Special Olympics event, Bello said. At a recent track meet, Bello saw a track athlete trip and fall, only to be helped up by another competitor who stopped and turned around in the middle of the race. The athletes walked across the finish line together. “Our athletes are out to do their best and win a medal,” Childree said. “But if they don’t win a medal, they will also be the first to turn around and congratulate whoever did win the race.” Bello and her SONE colleagues are working to reduce barriers between intellectually disabled students and typically abled students, especially in schools. Project Unify seeks to create unified learning environments that bring together students of varying abilities in schools across Nebraska. Bringing students together benefits both parties by breaking down stereotypes and fostering friendships among people who are different, according to Bello. “It teaches you not to pre-judge people — or underestimate people just because they are different,” she said. Myrle Giersch, Melissa’s father, has watched his daughter grow and mature through participation with the Special Olympics. The experience has opened his eyes to how capable athletes can be, and how much they can give back. “They’ve got a wealth of things they can give to society, the world, and to us,” he said. Through sports and the Athlete Leadership program, Melissa said she has had the opportunity to reach for and achieve her goals. She still gets nervous before a competition, but it’s an excited nervous. “After all”, she added, “it’s all about fun.”
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Cooper and Pesavento are members of the American Society of Interior Designers, the oldest and largest professional organization for interior designers in the United States. For designers, ASID membership offers continuing education opportunities and a national network for idea sharing. For consumers, hiring an ASID member offers assurance that a designer has the education, experience, and resources to make their vision a reality. “It puts your client’s mind at ease that you have the education, you’re committed, and you have invested in a lifelong journey as a professional designer,” Cooper said. ASID professionals must pass rigorous standards for acceptance. To be a member, designers must meet educational and work experience standards. Professional members must pass a two-day national accreditation examination.
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natural and peaceful while incorporating strong architectural elements. Cooper and Pesavento selected a restrained color palate of grays and natural tones with pops of red. To give the home an architectural punch, they worked with an architectural designer to design and create a floating, see-through fireplace that greets visitors upon entry into the home. The linear fireplace incorporates asymmetrical elements that make it a statement feature. “It catches the attention, but you can also see behind it to the lake view,” Cooper said. The main floor powder room is another favorite of Cindy’s. The standout space features three-dimensional tiles covering the wall. Together with the curved cabinet, full mirror, and pendant lighting, the room is “a piece of art,” stated Cindy. Brad and Cindy frequently spend time on their covered deck, lounging in the outdoor furniture the designers selected. Cindy also loves the cozy kitchen bench designed to take in the lake views. Cindy said Cooper and Pesavento brought intuitiveness and an eye for detail that eased the home-building process, especially since the couple was building the home from afar. “I felt like I didn’t have to worry about a thing, because I
knew they were overlooking it all and everything would be done better than I could ever imagine,” Cindy said. AN ‘EYE’ FOR DESIGN When Eye Specialists in Bellevue was ready to open a second location, business administrator Jane Bares knew exactly what she was looking for — something modern and edgy that read more boutique than eye clinic. Bares worked with interior designer Doris Buell, ASID, to create a hip, flexible space for the new Eye Specialists/Fixations location in Papillion. “It looks like a New York boutique,” Buell said. “It feels very cosmopolitan.” The project challenged Buell to design a space with exam rooms and eye equipment while maintaining a boutique feel. The exposed ceiling is peppered with layered, dramatic ceiling effects to improve acoustics as well as catch the eye. Floating ceiling layers over the reception desk and exam room corridor help identify space function. In the front reception and retail area, Buell utilized mobile furnishings with casters to allow the owners to continually reengineer the space and displays. To make merchandise sparkle, Buell selected
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custom cube displays with LED lights and adjustable track lighting. The durable, vinyl flooring is in a whitewashed gray tone, lending an upscale look while making cleaning a breeze. Bares liked the idea of creating a visual feast in a place that specializes in eyes. “When customers walk in, their first word is often ‘wow’,” Bares said. Buell credits ASID with keeping her abreast of industry changes, evolving trends, and product developments. Her expertise allowed her to focus Bares’ ideas and make them come to life. “Interior designers are fabulous because they have that ability to create,” mentioned Bares. A LIFELONG COLLABORATION When an interior designer and client make a connection, the relationship can sometimes blossom into friendship. Homeowner Jan Vrana and designer Richard White, ASID, have worked together more than 20 years. Their collaboration started with a redecorating project in her daughter’s bedroom. White later lent his expertise when Jan and husband Chip built their current home near Regency. The two continue to join forces as Vrana re-envisions different spaces in her home. Over the years, White has come to understand Vrana’s style. And Vrana has learned to trust White’s expertise. “He has impeccable taste, and he’s also willing to listen to my ideas,” she said. Vrana draws much of her design inspi-
ration from textiles. One of her favorite elements in her home is the luxurious drapery in the living and dining rooms. The drapes and bullion fringe cascade down custom-designed poles, creating a puddle of fabric on the floor. “It’s beautiful, simple, and lilts off the window,” added White. When she is not falling in love with a new textile, Vrana is finding antiques to bring home. White helps her pull everything together. “A lot of times it is taking what she lost her heart to, pushing the envelope a bit, and showing her ideas that she might not have thought about,” he said. The two have worked together so long they have become good friends. Part
of the reason interior design can foster friendship goes back to the personal nature of the process, according to White. “What we do is so intimate,” he said. “You can’t be in someone’s dresser or closet or shower without getting intimate.” Vrana is no stranger to design. Her blog, the French Tangerine, is an ode to home décor and design inspiration. Still, she relies on White to “bring the taste,” as he puts it. Vrana and White’s friendly collaboration shows no sign of stopping. The two worked on the dining room this year; soon enough, a new project will come along. With White’s help, “I think I’ll be decorating this house for the rest of my life,” Vrana said.
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COMFORT The Department of Energy says that installing window film is the most cost effective measure to lowering your utility bill and increasing comfort in your home. Sun glare, infrared heat, and even loss of insulation can be significantly reduced and in some cases eliminated when retrofitting window film on residential glazing. We’ve all been there, too much glare on the flat screen while you’re watching your favorite sporting event or not being able to eat dinner at the kitchen table because of the intense sun beaming through untreated windows. Installing glare reducing films or virtually transparent solar films on your home will greatly reduce these issues while creating a more comfortable living space.
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Yoga Karunta is one of many flavors of yoga offered at One Tree Yoga’s two Omaha locations. Just as a student’s journey with yoga changes over time, so has One Tree Yoga evolved to meet the needs of the Omaha yoga community. When the studio opened more than 15 years ago, it offered just one form of yoga. Today, the studio thrives with classes in over a dozen different styles of yoga, taught by more than 20 passionate teachers. While each class may have a different focus, instructors share a common view of yoga as a lifetime path and practice — not a fad, not just a physical exercise, but a way of living. “One Tree sees yoga in its full totality — a practice and way of life for the body, mind, and soul,” said Alison King Tigges, general manager. Students and instructors tout yoga’s mental and physical benefits. Tim Streff began practicing yoga at One Tree about eight years ago; today, he attends class three to four times a week. “The most obvious benefits are core strength,
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