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The holidays are also a great time to reach out and help those in need. In this issue we feature five area non-profit organizations that make a positive impact on our community. These organizations not only rely on monetary donations but also on acts of kindness and service. Whether it is purchasing a toy for a shelter animal, tying fleece to create a cozy blanket, or simply saving the pop tabs off of your canned beverages, I encourage you and your family to reach out and give in the community and spread some joy this month. The generosity of our community is yet another reason it is great to call west
Omaha home. This is also a wonderful time of year to get out and see Omaha all dressed up in celebration. Take some time and check out Christmas at Union Station at The Durham Museum, go skating at the ConAgra Foods Ice Rink and enjoy the Holiday Lights Festival, or just drive around and view the many light displays in the area. I wish everyone safe and happy holidays. Best wishes, Jack Shotbolt Editor in Chief
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Their one and a half story, 4,332 square foot, Mediterranean-style home in The Estates at Coventry in Elkhorn includes an open floor plan with four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a two-story great room. The Olson’s chose Calabretto Building Group after seeing a home they had designed and built in the Street of Dreams. “We liked everything about that home, and incorporated several elements into our design,” Tonya said. Some of these included the elevation of the house and the enclosed vestibule entry. Other than those few features, the Olson’s let their architect design the entire house. “Tom was wonderful to work with,” Tonya said. “He was very thorough, knowledgeable, creative, and experienced. He literally designed the home from scratch.” Four years later, the Olson’s still enjoy that design and the area where they live. “We love the neighborhood,” Tonya said. “It’s quiet, like we’re living in the country, and we love our neighbors.” In fact, one of her neighbors painted the oversized canvas prints that hang on either side of the two-story stone
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Exceptional Ridges 1.5 Story home backs to green space & Cherry Ridge Pool. Impressive designer finishes incl. Cherry hardwd flrs, rich Cherry kit cabinetry, gourmet SS appl., granite & lrg pantry. Plantation shutters, heated tile, all bedroom w/priv bath access, HUGE bonus rm (optional bedroom) on 2nd Flr. Fabulous lower level w/Alder finishes, wetbar incl. granite, temp controlled wine rm, icemaker. Stunning backyard oasis w/mature trees, covered composite deck, built in grill, & firepit.
“The Jacobi” by Vantage Design & Construction-4 BR ranch (2 up/2 down) w/over 3100 fsf. Quality is evident, from tile entry & oversized windows to the BIG 3 car garage w/dbl steel insulated doors. Drop zone w/access to 6x16 walk-in pantry. Kitchen boasts Quartz counters, SS appliances and looks out on living RM w/fireplace and French doors to 16x10 covered deck. Basement w/family rm & wet bar. Make this beauty “home” or let us help design your own unique dream!
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Private park-like setting overlooking Elkhorn River Valley within minutes of the “city”. Acreage property includes insulated, heated 40x60 Astro outbuilding w/ rough in bath, water supply, floor drain & septic. 20x40 in-ground heated covered pool surrounded by paver deck, gas torches & fire pit. Hard surfaced road to front door.
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What makes CrossFit different from other workout programs is its focus on strength conditioning and endurance. The daily exercises are functional movements that were originally designed for military or police work where explosive moves at a moment’s notice are necessary. “Being able to move large loads quickly over a long distance is what gives you the most benefit from a fitness perspective,” Baxter said. “But working with heavy weights can also cause injury if not done properly, so we spend lots of time on mechanics.” The 60-minute beginner classes include a 15-minute movement breakdown, where the coach teaches how to correctly perform the day’s exercises. Then members spend the next 20-25 minutes doing a number of reps of that movement. For example, if the daily exercise is front squats, you might do 10 sets. Each set has fewer reps with
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recorded for each class. “The afternoon classes can see how the morning classes performed, which promotes a healthy sense of competition and members seem to enjoy it,” Baxter said. That community-driven atmosphere is another important aspect of both Baxter’s and the CrossFit philosophy. “We try to keep it fun, and a place where members know each other,” he said. “This is not a gym where you put your headphones on and listen to your iPod. There is a lot of interaction. We want people to be a part of the lifestyle, not just the program.”
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The CrossFit lifestyle includes frequent parties such as cookouts and an upcoming holiday party for members, as well as free classes for kids ages 3-13 on Saturday mornings. Kids can learn how to do squats and are exposed early on to a different type of fitness. Anyone interested in trying CrossFit is welcome to make an appointment to attend one of several daily introductory 60-minute classes that include a detailed explanation of the program and a sample workout. Memberships for CrossFit Elkhorn include four, eight, and 12-month contracts. “Our most popular is the four month membership with three workouts per week,” Baxter said. “It takes someone about four months to learn all the movements and become comfortable enough to where they can start to perform them more quickly and with heavier weights.” Just like any other exercise program, the key isn’t just in trying it. “You have to try it, and then keep doing it,” he said. “That will make you the most well-rounded athlete.” 28 |
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Omaha organizations seek volunteers to make holidays a little brighter for others
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he holiday season signals the hunt for the perfect gift to give that special someone, family member or friend. But for many Omaha organizations, the holidays are a time when needs increase. Harsh winter weather can spell trouble for families in need of warm jackets – or a hot meal. Other families need help ensuring Santa arrives on Christmas Eve. Families can embrace the season of giving by giving back to local charities. Giving back is not always about offering a financial donation. Instead, many organizations ask for the simple gift of time and a willingness to help. For other organizations, giving back is as easy as rounding up gently used items. We’ve rounded up five Omaha organizations that can help you and your family give back this season. Each offers unique ways to make a difference in our community, during the holidays and year-round.
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OPEN DOOR MISSION opendoormission.org When the weather gets colder, needs often increase. Candace Gregory, president and CEO of the Open Door Mission, estimates the homeless shelter serves over 10 percent more meals through the winter months – an extra 300 meals on top of the 2,000 meals the organization typically serves daily. The increase in demand requires an increase in manpower. “With the holidays upon us, it means you need more volunteers,” Gregory said. Volunteers are needed to prep and serve food, sort and hang winter gear, and offer a friendly face to those in need. “So many of the people that we serve are hurting and broken when they come through our doors,” Gregory said. “To have someone that’s smiling when they come thru the doors says right away that they are loved and cared for. I think it makes a huge difference.” Open Door Mission is also collecting new toys for its Project Santa project. The program aims to distribute 6,000 toy bags before Christmas to children in need. Volunteers are needed to sort toys and bag them before they are distributed. On Saturday, Dec. 20, volunteers can help hand out toy bags, gift books and other items to low-income families. More than 14,000 volunteers annually engage with the Open Door Mission. Without their help, the organization would be unable to serve so many people in the community. “We are very grateful to the community for their generosity,”
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they are ready to be adopted. The oneon-one time with a foster family helps shape the animals’ personalities, too. “A lot of times when our foster kittens and puppies get back, they’re socialized,” she said. “They’re friendly and happy.” In December, individuals can “adopt a pet” from the humane society’s giving tree and donate items that animal could use, such as toys or needed medication. The humane society also accepts gently used towels, blankets, beds and other pet supplies. RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE OF OMAHA rmhcomaha.org The simple act of preparing and sharing of a meal can make a difference for families who are experiencing possibly the hardest time in their lives. The families who stay at the Ronald McDonald House in Omaha house are away from home for weeks or months at
a time while their child receives medical care. The volunteers who provide families with home-cooked meals are also offering a piece of normal life during a stressful time. “It helps provide that sense of normalcy to families when they come here,” said Jennifer Tyler, director of programs and outreach. A home-cooked meal not only nourishes the body, it nourishes the soul that families can continue to the next day to provide support for their child, she said. The Ronald McDonald House has served families from 43 states and three countries during their time of need. Up to 20 families can be at the house at one time. The average length of stay is 41 days, but some families stay much longer while a child receives treatment in Omaha. Volunteers can assist in planning or coordinating evening activities and supplying and cooking meals. Their work
can help make a difficult time easier for a family. “Our goal is to help relieve that financial burden, and help keep (families) together during their greatest time of need,” Tyler said. Kids and adults alike can make a difference by collecting pop tabs, soup can lids, and pet food lids. Groups in Omaha collect enough pop tabs to pay the electricity bill at the Ronald McDonald House for an entire year. Throughout the year, Ronald McDonald House Charities organizes fundraising events to support its program. Groups of volunteers are needed to pour wine at the December “12 days of Brixmas” event at Brix in Village Pointe. The wine tasting event includes a $5 donation to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities. The charity is also in need of new winter coats and gear for families who did not anticipate staying through the winter months. DECEMBER 2014
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tly used children’s books in 2011 and distributing them to children through local organizations. Over the years, the “A Book of My Own” program has given away over 50,000 books for babies, children, and young adults. In 2014 alone, the organization has distributed nearly 10,000 books. “Our goal is to have every child who can benefit from a book have one to take and call it their own,” said Sarah Lopez, chairwoman for the program. The vast majority of the distributed books come from community members. Businesses, churches, schools, or
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While others prefer to hang out in the retail store among the bottles and busy shoppers. “We have just as many tables in the retail side as we do in the restaurant,” he said. “And we offer the exact same full menu in both. It’s just a matter of how people want to use the space.” They now offer lunch on Sundays in the retail store. For larger events, Brix does have an event room where they hold wine and beer dinners, a New Year’s Eve buffet, and other special events. They’ve had some of the best winemakers in the industry hold dinners there. “We were one of only nine locations in the world
where Opus One chose to have a wine dinner,” Matuszek said. Bachmann and Rickard create full menus for these special events, first tasting the wine or beer products then matching food items to the flavors. Matuszek wants customers to come in and hang out, whether it’s in the restaurant, the retail store, at one of their Saturday tastings, or even during one of their upcoming ’12 Days of Brixmas’ charity events. “We want people to have a fun experience,” he said. “And we want people to know we have great food to go with it. Once you try it, I think you’ll want to come back.”
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was ultimately decided it was in the best common interest of the boys and the team to compete at different weight classes, Korbin at 106 pounds and Jeffrey at 113 pounds. No longer competing, a tight knit friendship was forged. Korbin and Jeffrey are nearly inseparable both at school and away. Jeffrey’s family lives in Fort Calhoun and his dad, who works in Elkhorn, transports Jeffrey to and from school most days. When there are school activities, or inclement weather, Jeffrey often stays at Korbin’s house. Jeffrey is considered a member of the Meink family and they now refer to the guest bedroom as “Jeff’s Room” and have him perform chores around the house. The boys are even known to coordinate their clothing, as they did for their EDGE Magazine photoshoot. During their freshman year at Skutt, both Korbin and Jeffrey became Class B state champions. Jeffrey finished the season with a record of 38-11. Korbin broke the school pin record with 36 pins and tied the school win record of 50 wins. Moving into their sophomore season, Jeffrey will be wrestling at either 120 or 126 pounds and Korbin at 113 pounds. Both are on the Huskermat All State Sophomore list with Korbin ranked second, and Jeffrey third. At school, both boys are on the academic honor roll. Away from the mat, Jeffrey enjoys fishing, working out, and watching movies. Korbin enjoys playing video games, hanging out with friends, and in the summer months, spending time on the lake and boating. Korbin is the son of Brant and Sheila Meink, of Omaha, and has two younger brothers, Peyton (12) and Kiernan (7). Jeffrey is the son of Jim and Debra Heinz, of Fort Calhoun, and has two older brothers, James and John.
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