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1 • a diamond ‘s best friend gunderson’s

Gunderson’s Jewelers is Omaha’s premier jewelry store. As an Official Rolex Jeweler, we know the value of creating an experience you will love and remember.

With our exclusive jewelry and watch brands, Gunderson’s promises the highest level of service and pieces. Stop by Gunderson’s at Village Pointe today. gunderson’s | village pointe | 17255 davenport st., ste. 111, omaha, ne 68118 | www.gundersons.com | 402.935.6332

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2 • signature style lewis art gallery

Voted Omaha’s best art gallery, Lewis Art Gallery was founded in 1971. This family owned and operated business is the largest retail art gallery between Chicago and Denver. Boasting a tremendous inventory of art ranging from investment-quality oil paintings to posters, the gallery also has over 400 lamps in store, and an exceptional selection of home accessories, art glass, and accent furniture for sale.

Lewis Art Gallery’s award-winning custom framing department has over 700 frame options in stock, offering one-week service and competitive pricing every day. Enjoy the ever-changing and inspiring possibilities of art, framing, and home décor at Lewis Art Gallery Monday-Friday, 9 am to 6 pm, and Saturday, 9 am to 3 pm.

lewis art gallery 8600 cass st. (86th & dodge), omaha, ne 68114 www.lewisartgallery.com | 402.391.7733

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ties that bind personal threads boutique For more than 25 years, Personal Threads Boutique has been Omaha’s premier needle-arts shop, always committed to serving customers with the best service and expert advice. Recognized nationwide and known as a destination for knitters around the country, this friendly, family-run shop features the largest selection of yarn in the Midwest, as well as hand-painted needlepoint canvases, knitting and crochet supplies, and buttons. Shop online at personalthreads.com, or during store hours: Monday through Friday, 9 am to 6 pm, and Saturday, 9 am to 3 pm. personal threads boutique | 8600 cass st. (86th & dodge) 2nd floor, omaha, ne 68114 | www.personalthreads.com | 402.391.7733 shopping • dining • attractions

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4• love where you live midtown crossing Know you have arrived every time you come home.

Midtown Crossing condominiums and apartments offer the urban living extras that elevate our lives – spacious floor plans, incredible views and unsurpassed convenience. A walkable, all-encompassing neighborhood, local retail and short commutes to downtown Omaha, Creighton University and UNMC mean you can spend more of your life – living.

midtown crossing at turner park | 31st ave. & farnam st., omaha, ne 68131 | 402.934.9275 | www.midtowncrossing.com 5

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5 • delicious scoops ecreamery ice cream & gelato parlor As seen on Shark Tank and Oprah, and home of Warren Buffett and Paul McCartney’s $63 Billion Dollar Selfie… eCreamery Ice Cream & Gelato offers 16 ever-changing flavors of ice cream, gelato and dairy-free sorbet. Each craft flavor is hand-churned fresh in the Omaha parlor by the team of award-winning ice cream artists.

Design and personalize your own flavor at Omaha-based eCreamery.com.

With over 40 different flavors & 50 mix-ins to choose from, it’s always the sweetest gift.

Ships nationwide. ecreamery ice cream & gelato 5001 underwood ave. | omaha, ne 68132 402.934.3888 | www.ecreamery.com

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play with purpose omaha children’s museum Omaha Children’s Museum is a special place where children can discover how the world works and learn through play. Permanent exhibits include the Science Center; the Tinker Lab; and Imagination Playground, with a kid-sized grocery store, hospital, and water table. Temporary exhibit spaces allow for huge summer exhibits like Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles™: Secrets of the Sewer™ in 2018, and smaller seasonal exhibits like Santa’s Magic. Birthday parties, field trips, and additional educational programs are available. omaha children’s museum 500 s 20th st., omaha, ne 68102 www.ocm.org | 402.342.6164 shopping • dining • attractions

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7• shop, dine, be

entertained.

village pointe shopping center Village Pointe is an upscale lifestyle shopping center with an exciting lineup of more than 60 shops and restaurants certain to satisfy the style personalities of any visitor. From Scheels, Apple, Coach, Sephora, and lululemon to Kona Grill, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill and BRAVO! Cucina Italiana, Village Pointe is Omaha’s destination for great shopping and dining. Entertainment options include The Funny Bone Comedy Club, which attracts outstanding local and national comedy performers, and the newly renovated theaters at Marcus Village Pointe Cinema featuring the latest movie releases. Throughout the year, visitors can enjoy seasonal décor and signature events, including the popular Farmers Market and Vibes summer concert series. village pointe shopping center | 168th & w dodge rd., omaha, ne 68118 | www.villagepointeshopping.com | 402.505.9773

8 • fresh food fast foodies Foodies restaurant is located in the heart of Omaha and we love local! Chef Brian Hilger works with local suppliers to create a made-from-scratch menu, which means you get fresh food fast. This casual eatery features sandwiches, wraps, pizzas, soups and more.

Foodies is a great choice for dining in, takeout, business lunches, private parties and catering…we do it all! foodies | 351 n 78th st., omaha, ne 68114 | 402.884.2880 www.foodiesomaha.com | visit us on facebook: foodies

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9• indulge your inner

goddess

elisa ilana jewelry Award-winning designer Laurie Langdon has been designing jewelry in Omaha since 1996.

Her unique use of precious and semi-precious gems has created “Elisa Ilana Signature” collections.

The Elisa Ilana gallery on 132nd and Dodge also features designs from top designers as well as up-and-coming artists.

A unique experience you won’t want to miss: Stop in and have a glass of wine and some great conversation!

elisa ilana jewelry | 13132 davenport st., omaha, ne 68154 | elisailana.com | 402.926.3479

10 • quintessential day spa faces day spa Faces offer so many great services, but our favorite spa package is the Faces Day of Beauty. This luxurious packages includes the Beaute Neuve Facial, one-hour Swedish Massage, Spa Pedicure and Spa Manicure. The Beaute Neuve Facial uses fruit acid and vitamin C to eliminate dead skin cells and brighten the skin. Our Swedish Massage stimulates the skin and nervous system while at the same time helping to reduce stress and toxins. Faces Spa Pedicures and Manicures by licensed nail technicians focus on providing the very best in natural nail care.

Looking to improve your skin? Now is the time for microneedling with the FDA approved SkinPen. SkinPen is safe for all skin types and will help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

For more information or to schedule an appointment go to facesspa.com.

faces spa | 2605 s 84th st., omaha, ne 68124 402.384.8400 | facesspa.com shopping • dining • attractions

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11• the opera experience opera omaha

Opera Omaha produces a full season of offerings each year including a free outdoor concert, productions at the historic Orpheum Theater, an innovative spring festival featuring an array of multi-disciplinary performances, and special engagement work throughout the community.

Opera Omaha is highly regarded for outstanding productions including multiple national and world premieres, and the groundbreaking Holland Community Opera Fellowship which creates meaningful community connections year-round.

opera omaha | 1850 farnam st., omaha, ne 68102 | www.operaomaha.org | 402.346.7372

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12 • local made. omaha staged. omaha community playhouse

The Omaha Community Playhouse is the nation’s largest community theatre featuring two state-of-the-art theatres: proscenium-style Howard and Rhonda Hawks Mainstage Theatre and black box-style Howard Drew Theatre. Experience Omaha’s theatre with OCP’s 2018-19 season with great shows including Fun Home, Shrek The Musical, She Kills Monsters, A Christmas Carol, Yesterday and Today, Of Mice and Men, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, The Bridges of Madison County, One Man, Two Guvnors, Men on Boats and the beloved musical Ragtime! omaha community playhouse | 6915 cass st., omaha, ne 68132 | www.omahaplayhouse.com | 402.553.0800

13 • there is only one one pacific place One Pacific Place, a destination shopping center, offers a dynamic experience unmatched in the market with upscale national specialty retailers, unique eateries, and service providers. Conveniently located at 103rd and Pacific, the outdoor fashion center features one and only shops such as Trader Joe’s, Sur La Table, Talbots, A Pea in the Pod and L’Occitane en Provence. Pamper yourself at Five Salon and Ideal Image, then enjoy casual dining at 801 Grill, Andrés Tortillery or WheatFields. one pacific place | 103rd & pacific st., omaha, ne 68114 | www.onepacificplace.com | 402.505.9773 shopping • dining • attractions

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14 • a departure from boredom the durham museum

Making its home in Nebraska’s newest National Historic Landmark, Union Station, The Durham Museum offers a fascinating look at the history of the region and offers a broad range of traveling exhibits. Exhibits feature subjects ranging from history and culture to science, industry and more through affiliation with the Smithsonian Institution and strong ties with the Library of Congress, National Archives and the Field Museum. Explore masterfully restored train cars, 1940s storefronts and the authentic 1931 soda fountain. the durham museum | 801 s 10th st., omaha, ne 68108 | www.durhammuseum.org | 402.444.5071

15 • a century of steak omaha steaks Omaha Steaks, founded in 1917, is an Omaha, Nebraska-based, fifth-generation, family owned company that markets and distributes a wide variety of the finest quality USDA-approved, grain-fed beef and other gourmet foods including seafood, pork, poultry, slow cooker and skillet meals, side dishes, appetizers and desserts.

Today, Omaha Steaks is recognized as the nation’s largest direct response marketer of premium beef and gourmet foods.

omaha steaks 96th and j st. | 402.593.4223 lakeside plaza | 17390 w center | 402.330.2260 eppley airfield kiosks | 402.346.9151 tower plaza | 78th & dodge | 402.392.1290 www.omahasteaks.com 11

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16 • wine, art and chocolate omaha crush Uncork the fun and sample wines from around the world, enjoy decadent chocolates from Omaha’s finest, and feast your eyes on the works of local artisans!

Tickets include 10 wine tastings, three chocolate samples, and live entertainment. You must be 21+ with a valid ID to enter.

A limited number of Designated Driver tickets will also be available.

Make sure to catch this one-of-a-kind event and prepare to sip the day away!

omaha crush 1502 cuming st., omaha, ne 68102 www.omahacrush.com | 402.819.8792

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premier fashion event

omaha fashion week Omaha Fashion Week has proudly grown into the nation’s fifth largest fashion event, supporting more independent fashion designers than any other organization in the region! As the Midwest’s premier fashion event, Omaha Fashion Week connects designers, stylists, photographers, artists and models through engaging opportunities, and spotlights fashion innovation and creative excellence.

Check out our website to see the full designer lineup and snag your tickets online today!

omaha fashion week 1502 cuming st., omaha, ne 68102 402.937.1061 www.omahafashionweek.com

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18• relax, rejuvenate,

indulge

creative hair design salon & spa From the basics of a snip-snip here and a clip-clip there to the sheer indulgence of a full range of luxurious spa services, Creative Hair Design Salon & Spa is your home for the ultimate in personal care.

The professional staff has one simple aim – to deliver the very best in singularly distinctive health and beauty services, all in a supportive and nurturing environment that creates your very own personal oasis of relaxation and enrichment. creative hair design salon & spa 12025 pacific st., omaha, ne 68154 www.creativehairdesign.com | 402.330.5660 13

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19 • it’s all about you lighting world Lighting World has been selling light fixtures in Omaha for 35 years!

Lighting World’s main focus is customer service; with over 50 years of experience, they are here to serve you.

With over 6,000 square feet of retail space, Lighting World has earned a reputation for an excellent selection of light fixtures in a broad range of styles and for a friendly staff who are knowledgeable about the products they sell. Lighting World is an independent and locally owned business.

lighting world, inc.

4855 s 118th st., omaha, ne 68137 www.lightingworldomaha.com 402.895.1010

20• taking clean to the next level extremely clean

When it comes to water damage, whether a major flood has engulfed your house or a pipe backs up–the sooner we get there, the better.

And when you need mold remediation services, your indoor air quality and your respiratory health are at stake. Call Extremely Clean 24/7.

We’ll get you on your way back to normal and you’ll be extremely satisfied. Serving the Omaha area since 2004. extremely clean | www.extremelyclean.com | 402.932.3257 shopping • dining • attractions

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21• a new home is in your future np dodge real estate Council Bluffs’ newest and largest residential subdivision, Whispering Oaks, spanning over 180 acres.

Whether you’re looking for the convenience of maintenance-free living or the privacy of your own new home, NP Dodge has a house to suit every home buyer’s need. With strong homebuilder relationships, NP Dodge is your best resource for building or buying a new home. NP Dodge is the area’s largest full-service real estate company, and proud to provide quality services to buyers and sellers for over 163 years. Whether you are thinking about building your dream home in Whispering Oaks or looking to sell your house, NP Dodge sales associates are here to help you through the entire process. np dodge real estate npdodge.com | 402.397.4900

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22 • strategic client– driven

legal solutions

vandenack weaver llc

For accomplished individuals and closely held companies who deal with complex legal and tax issues, Vandenack Weaver is the law firm with the expertise, resources and solutions that empower you to thrive.

Our attorneys are experts in tax, business planning, trusts and estates, real estate, health care, and emerging technologies.

This combination is a decided advantage for our clients and unmatched by other firms in the area.

vandenack weaver llc 17007 marcy st., ste. 3, omaha, ne 68118 www.vwattys.com | 402.504.1300

23• the best place for kids children’s hospital & medical center

Children’s Hospital & Medical Center is a nationally recognized pediatric health care leader, serving children from across the region and around the globe. At the heart of Children’s dedication to exceptional clinical care, research, education and advocacy is its mission: “To improve the life of every child.” In response to increased demand for high-quality pediatric care, Children’s has launched a transformational expansion effort to meet the needs of community children. Its Hubbard Center for Children—a new, state-of-the-art clinical facility on Children’s main campus—is set to open in 2021. To find a provider, call 1.800.833.3100. children’s hospital & medical center | 8200 dodge st., omaha, ne 68114 | www.childrensomaha.org shopping • dining • attractions

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24 • always something fun going on aksarben village Make Aksarben Village your go-to destination for all things FUN! Whether it’s dinner and drinks after work, or summer concerts in Stinson Park and the Omaha Farmers Market on the weekends - we’ve got you covered in Aksarben Village!

Bring your friends and family and come join us for a good time. Aksarben Village... Where there is always something fun going on! aksarben village | 2285 s 67th st., omaha, ne 68106 | www.aksarbenvillage.com | 402.496.1616 17

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25 • come experience nothing float center

relax: If you have discomfort – from minor aches to chronic pain – floating helps to take the pressure off the body, so you can feel relief. heal: If you have overextended your body physically, floating helps the repair process so you can recover. think: If you’re busy and your mind becomes clouded, floating helps shut down the noise so you can quiet your mind to better solve problems. float center | pepperwood village | 597 n 155th plz., omaha, ne 68154 | www.floatcenter.com | 402.739.8391

26 • bring out the princess cinderella’s formal gown rentals Where else can you dress for the ball on a budget?

Cinderella’s has collected over 6,000 beautiful dresses and has made them available for you to rent for your special occasion. From flower girl, pageant and quinceanera to prom, mother-of-the-bride and black-tie dinners. And we specialize in plus sizes. Bring your posse, wedding party or best friend.

We have name-brand dresses of the highest quality for a fraction of the cost. We also carry a wide variety of shoes, purses and accessories to complete your attire from head to toe.

Open by appointment. See our website for hours.

cinderella’s formal gown rentals 7631 main st., ralston, ne www.cinderelladressrentals.com | 402.639.2121

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27 • i think fit, do you? ithinkFit gym At iThinkFit, our mission is to educate and empower our clients to achieve their physical fitness goals through the patented Fitness Trifecta formula!

This formula consists of efficient exercise technique, proper nutrition and scientifically proven supplementation! We guarantee results and we will show you through periodic testing! For over 15 years we have helped thousands achieve and exceed their fitness goals of burning fat, building muscle, or increasing athletic performance!

ithinkfit gym | ithinkfitgym.com | info@ithinkfit.com | 333.iFit (4348) 19

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28 • make your season brite brite ideas decorating

A passion for Christmas lighting and the joy it brings drove Travis Freeman to open Brite Ideas Décorating in 1990. Fast forward 28 years and Brite Ideas is the national leader creating holiday displays we enjoy in Omaha and around the nation. They offer lighting displays, exterior and interior décor, design & installation services, and custom pieces. Visit the new, larger showroom and make your season Brite! brite ideas décorating | 2011 n 156th st., omaha, ne 68116 | briteidea.com | 402.553.1178

29 • the original invisible fence® of the heartland

The original and most trusted brand, Invisible Fence® Brand has been keeping pets safe at home for over 40 years! Invisible Fence® Brand is a full-service pet containment company with safe and effective solutions to provide freedom for your pet and peace of mind for you.

Certified staff will help customize the Invisible Fence® system to create a safe, happy environment outside, and also inside, your home. invisible fence® of the heartland | 1223 s 119th st., omaha, ne 68144 | www.heartland.invisiblefence.com | 402.330.4000 shopping • dining • attractions

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30 • where help becomes hope nebraska humane society One of the largest shelters in the country where staff and volunteers return strays to owners and heal, foster and adopt out more than 10,000 pets annually. We work with owners, offering free behavior help, training classes, low-cost spaying and neutering, a pet food pantry, children’s camps and other priceless resources. NHS provides education, offers sanctuary, encourages adoptions and promotes responsible pet ownership—your one-stop pet resource. the nebraska humane society | 8929 fort st., omaha, ne 68134 | www.nehumanesociety.org | 402.444.7800 21

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31• a knockout of a workout title boxing club omaha

TITLE Boxing Club is the best and only authentic full-body boxing workout that changes your body, clears your mind and completely engages your spirit. Our signature Power Hour utilizes the fundamentals of a true boxer’s workout to strengthen and tone your arms, legs, back, core and your confidence. This high-intensity interval training workout sculpts your body and burns calories like nothing you’ve experienced before. Empowering, exhilarating and totally addictive—this is your new favorite workout. title boxing club omaha | 3525 n 147th st., unit 103, omaha, ne 68116 | www.titleboxingclub.com/omaha-ne | 402.932.6711

32 • for the love of trees lied lodge & conference center at arbor day farm Nestled on 260 acres, Lied Lodge’s inviting and purposeful approach to caring for the Earth takes “going green” from a mantra to a way of life.

Whether visiting for business or pleasure, you’ll experience an engaging and refreshing stay that underscores the simple, time-honored mission: To inspire people to plant, nurture and celebrate trees. lied lodge & conference center at arbor day farm 2700 sylvan rd., nebraska city, ne 68410 liedlodge.org | 800.546.5433

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33 • making history blackstone district A revitalized historic district, extending from 36th Street to 42nd Street along Farnam Street. Our goal is to re-create and nurture a district that is lively, pedestrianfriendly, and provides a unique cultural experience for businesses, residents, and all members of the community. The Blackstone District is home to a wide variety of shopping, dining, nightlife and professional services.

TSP • Farnam House Brewing Company • Dundee Bank • Sullivan's Bar • Bou•quet, GreenSlate Development • The Blackstone Meatball • Blackstone Social

blackstone district 36th st. to 42nd st. along farnam st., omaha, ne 68130 blackstonedistrict.com | 402.331.7400

tsp | www.teamtsp.com

dundee bank | www.dundeebanking.com

farnam house brewing company www.farnamhousebrewing.com sullivan's bar | www.sullivansbar.com

greenslate development www.greenslatedevelopment.com

bou•quet a floral design studio www.bouquetomaha.com

the blackstone meatball | www.theblackstonemeatball.com

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34 • omaha’s premier pet event pets in omaha (pick-a-pooch) Pets in Omaha, a pet news and information website, advocates for animals all year long, but every July brings a giant event that helps homeless animals meet thousands of potential adopters. The annual Pick-a-Pooch Adoption Days offers community members a free opportunity to shop, meet area rescues and shelters, and find four-legged furry friends looking to find forever homes.

402.639.5235 | petsinomaha.com

35 • dedicated to pets petsinomaha.com

The mission at PetsInOmaha.com is to find homes for animals and highlight members of our community who advocate for them. They promote adoption, present useful and timely information, give advice and connect people with their pet partners. Through outreach efforts they make life better for pets and pet owners through community building, event promotion and animal adoption.

www.petsinomaha.com | 402.639.5235 shopping • dining • attractions

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36 • bastion of the best countryside village shopping center “A Small Town in the City” focusing on unique, locally-owned shops and services, Countryside Village was founded in 1953. Omaha’s first luxury shopping center, it strives to remain its friendliest and most service-oriented, as measured by many of the businesses that have thrived here for decades. With parking at every door, Countryside also strives to be the most convenient luxury destination in the city.

Inimitable, unique, creative and centrally located: Countryside Village.

Timber Wood Fire Bistro • Village Needleworks • Robert Max Opticians • The Linen Gallery • Village Pomegranate

countryside village shopping center 87th & pacific st., omaha, ne 68114 www.countryside-village.com | 402.391.2200 timber wood fire bistro | www.timberomaha.com

robert max opticians www.robertmaxopticians.com

the linen gallery | www.linensanddown.com

village needleworks www.villageneedleworks.com

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37 • satisfy your craving the omaha bakery Beyond baked goods and sweet treats, The Omaha Bakery delivers a memorable experience. Founder and star baker Michelle Kaiser spotlights her deep history in baking through her grandma’s recipes. Cookies, breads, and the most stunning wedding cakes are all steeped in the traditions of Michelle’s childhood. Inside, The Omaha Bakery is a gathering place for new beginnings, a place to connect with others, and a place to satisfy your cravings.

the omaha bakery 608 s 72nd st., omaha, ne 68114 | 402.991.9200 | theomahabakery.com

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something for

everyone

omaha symphony From Bach to rock, the Omaha Symphony entertains concert-goers with passion and expertise.

Experience more than 50 concerts in six distinct series that include classical, pop, rock, family and movie music at the Holland Performing Arts Center, an architectural and acoustic marvel in the heart of downtown. The Symphony Joslyn series pairs beautiful music with timeless art at the Joslyn Art Museum. Additionally, the symphony engages the community through nationally recognized education programs and community partnerships.

omaha symphony 1905 harney st., ste. 400, omaha, ne 68102 www.omahasymphony.org | 402.345.0606

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39 • vibrant destination for the arts

omaha performing arts Omaha Performing Arts provides the best Broadway, jazz, blues, dance, comedy, family and popular entertainment at the Orpheum Theater, Holland Performing Arts Center and beyond. The organization also offers a broad range of education and community engagement activities, reaching a wide and diverse audience across the state. Tickets to events can be purchased at TicketOmaha.com, the official ticket retailer for the Orpheum Theater and Holland Center.

Tickets purchased from other sources may be more expensive and might not be valid. Be safe and purchase from Ticket Omaha.com omaha performing arts 1200 douglas st., omaha, ne 68102 omahaperformingarts.org | ticketomaha.com 402.345.0202

40 • your mantra mantra bar & grille

A hot spot on the west end of Benson, Mantra Bar & Grille fuses traditional with unique to create their signature dishes and drinks. Sunday hosts a brunch that shouldn’t be missed. Pistachio Cake French Toast and bottomless mimosas highlight the brunch menu. The patio with gas lamps and fire pit lets you get outside while enjoying great food and drink. Lunch, dinner or brunch, Mantra will keep you coming back. mantra bar & grille | 6913 maple st., omaha, ne 68104 | 402.933.1666 | mantraomaha.com 27

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41 • our work is beyond words american midwest ballet American Midwest Ballet is the region’s resident professional dance company — bringing the beauty, athleticism, and energy of ballet to Nebraska and Iowa audiences. Performing at home and on tour, our mission is to provide enrichment through programs of the highest quality: professional dance performances, educational programs, and community outreach. American Midwest Ballet’s talented professional dancers hail from around the nation and abroad, making the Midwest their home to share the excitement of dance with others.

american midwest ballet p.o. box 6413, omaha, ne 68106 www.amballet.org | info@amballet.org

42 • quality over quantity compete personal fitness At Compete Personal Fitness we believe fitness begins with quality movements that transition from the gym to your daily life.

Through coaching and accountability, our professionals will lead you through 1:1 or small group training sessions that will build strength, stability and mobility and allow you to participate in anything your life throws at you. Be your strongest, healthiest, best self and Compete for Life! compete personal fitness | 2819 s 125th ave. #355, omaha, ne 68144 www.competepersonalfitness.com | 402.881.9963 shopping • dining • attractions

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43 • avant garde the BlUeBarn theatre

The BLUEBARN Theatre is Omaha’s professional regional theatre company, producing a full season of contemporary plays and new works in its innovative, one-of-a-kind, convertible indoor/outdoor space. The New York-born, Omaha-raised BLUEBARN Theatre has been a trailblazing force producing sensationally normal, cheerily subversive and triumphantly theatrical professional productions since 1989. The BLUEBARN Theatre celebrates its 30th anniversary this season and exists to provoke thought, emotion, action and change. the BlUeBarn theatre | 1106 s 10th st., omaha, ne 68108 | www.bluebarn.org | 402.345.1576

44• time to shine shine spray tanning & waxing

Looking our best often translates to feeling our best and giving the best of ourselves in everything we do.

We offer the best spray tan in the area, with several levels of our proprietary solutions to help you find your perfect Shine shade.

Our highly trained staff also offers facials, peels and microdermabrasion, and a full line of waxing services. legacy | 16920 wright plz., omaha, ne 68130 | 402.991.7546 miracle hills | 747b n 114th st., omaha, ne 68154 | 402.934.7337 370 (papillion) | 1449 papillion dr., ste. 107, papillion, ne 68046 | 402.506.6661 www.shinespraytans.com 29

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45• elegance

reimagined regency

Nowhere else in Omaha will you find the one-of-a-kind stores like those at Regency. This exclusive shopping destination features retailers complementary to each other and to you. Stop by and talk with our fashionable experts known for creatively matching what’s new with your distinctive tastes. At Regency, you are sure to discover elegance reimagined just for you. regency 120 regency pkwy., omaha, ne 68114 www.regencycourtomaha.com

46 • prime location - served well

family owned and operated for nearly 50 years. Our in-house, hand-cut, dry-aged beef ensures the tender and flavorful steaks that make Anthony’s Steakhouse famous. Our grand ballroom and banquet facility is perfect for any event. The attached Ozone Lounge is Omaha’s premier dance and music venue featuring live music nightly. No trip to Omaha is complete without a stop at this rare Omaha landmark.

anthony’s steakhouse

anthony’s steakhouse | 7220 f st., omaha, ne 68127 www.anthonyssteakhouse.com | 402.331.7575

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47 • a wink and a smile periwinkles

For over 17 years, Periwinkles has been the place to shop for upscale women’s accessories, clothing, jewelry, and that unique gift you can’t find anywhere else. Periwinkles is a mom-and-pop, locally owned boutique, featuring Brighton, UNO de 50, Kendra Scott and TOMS! Come experience a top-notch shopping experience at our Bel Air Plaza location (just north of Nobbies). periwinkles 120th & center, omaha, ne 68144 • north of nobbies | 402.916.4789

48 • pop on in vic’s corn popper

From the sweetness of our special hybrid popcorn to our exacting quantities of ingredients and heat, we’re able to produce the precise taste, texture and flavor that Vic’s gourmet popcorn is known for. That’s also why no preservatives are used in the preparation of any of Vic’s gourmet popcorns. Instead, they’re popped and packed the day you order – each time, every time. vic’s corn popper | 5 omaha locations | www.vicspopcornomaha.com 31

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49• worlds in harmony omaha healing arts center Enter the relaxing holistic day spa, shop OM imports, rent the intimate skylit hall for your private functions, or attend workshops and performing arts events.

Omaha Healing Arts Center (OM Center) features the world’s only museum-quality Tibetan sand painting under glass. Omaha Healing Arts Center is your passport to a world of cultures, ideas and healing!

omaha healing arts center old market | 1216 howard st., omaha, ne 68102 www.omahahallrental.com | 402.345.5078

50 • you’re our vip vip sedan & limousine Celebrating 15 years as the metro’s premier transportation company, VIP provides flawless service to fortunate locals and discerning out-of-towners alike.

On time, safe and in style.

vip sedan & limousine viplimo.com | 402.934.5466 SHOPPING • DINING • ATTRACTIONS

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51 • family tradition and pride

When it comes to buying jewelry for any occasion, Malashock’s makes your decision easy. Their overriding commitment to quality, value and service has been passed down through three generations of the Malashock family. This commitment to the customer remains the hallmark of this family-run business. Proudly recognized as an American Gem Society store, featuring an Accredited Gemological Laboratory and in-house Certified Gemologist, Malashock’s is a member of the Better Business Bureau. Malashock’s takes great pride in a 117-year tradition of excellence.

malashock’s | village pointe south | 16811 burke st., omaha, ne 68118 | www.malashocks.com | 402.496.9990

52 • fabsolutely fresh shucks fish house and oyster bar Have you been to the Gulf Coast or New England and liked the feel of a good old-fashioned oyster bar? Well, we brought one back for you! At Shucks Fish House and Oyster Bar, you’ll find the widest selection of fresh fish daily with clam strips, calamari, crab cakes and chowders (and that’s only using the third letter of the alphabet!)

Fresh. Casual. Very casual. And always delicious.

shucks fish house and oyster bar | www.shucksfishhouse.com 1911 leavenworth, omaha, ne 68102 | 402.614.5544 119th & pacific, omaha, ne 68144 | 402.827.4376 the shops of legacy | 168th & center, omaha, ne 68130 | 402.763.1860 33

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53 • girls support girls hello holiday When we started selling this tee three years ago, we never guessed that it would become our best-selling item, but we understand why. From our showroom in Dundee and all over the world through helloholiday.com, our mission of supporting women has resonated with customers and supporters everywhere.

Hello Holiday is Omaha’s original boutique featuring clothing and accessories by independent designers from all over the world. We are inspired by artists, activists, and the women we want to become.

hello holiday 5008 underwood ave. omaha, ne 68132 www.helloholiday.com

54 • hit the ground running freedom running company Come out and enjoy a morning with friends and family, meet some new friends and get one step closer to your goals.

What a better way to exercise and have some fun while doing it!

Shirt and medal included with your participation! Our runs always focus on a charity partner, donating funds and giving back to the local community that needs the exposure!

freedom running company | 402.297.5547 | freedomrunnningcompany@gmail.com

55 • turn the page the bookworm Representing the best traditions of that increasingly rare phenomenon that is the independent bookstore, The Bookworm features over 6,000 square feet of pages that you can actually touch, smell and turn.

Also an important cultural and community center, this family owned business hosts a strong slate of compelling speakers, book clubs and other events. Need advice on your next selection? The staff here actually reads what’s on their shelves and are proud of their knowledgeable service. Founded in 1986, this inky treasure is celebrating 30 years as a community mainstay. the bookworm | loveland centre 2501 s 90th st., ste. 111, omaha, ne 68124 www.bookwormomaha.com | 402.392.2877 shopping • dining • attractions

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56 • house of happiness house of j Locally owned House of J is the House of Happy. Greeted at the door by the friendly and knowledgeable staff, you see amazing art on the walls, unique décorative accessories and gifts for every taste. Regular customers stop by often to do laps as the House is always changing! So come on in, enjoy some girl time and we’ll help you find something you love!

Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm, Friday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12am-4pm house of j 12965 w center rd., omaha, ne 68144 facebook: house-of-j | 402.778.0650

57 • the art of relaxation one drake place salon & spa At One Drake Place you’ll find a passionate group of expertly trained stylists, technicians and therapists dedicated to providing clients with memorable customer service experiences and exceptional salon services, and to building strong relationships.

ODP adds special seasonal services to entice its clients: pumpkin peels and scrubs in the fall, and margarita manis and pedis in the summer. The Spa at ODP offers skin care, body and specialized treatments, med spa services, and spa and bridal packages.

one drake place | 12100 w center rd., ste. 910, omaha, ne 68144 | www.onedrakeplace.com | 402.933.7253

58 • good karma karma koffee Karma Koffee was founded for the explicit purpose of creating fantastic coffee drinks made with the most local ingredients practical served by a cosmic team of happinessbased baristas. Each drink is hand-crafted. Each with passion. Yet it’s not the exquisite drinks which differentiate Karma Koffee from her peers, it’s her unique décor and furnishings. And her quiet call to self-discovery: Who am I? What do I really want?

What’s my purpose? What am I grateful for? These questions govern the software of our soul. Pop in. Look around. Relax.

Enjoy the journey a koffee break is meant to be. Namaste. karma koffee | 587 n 155 plz., omaha, ne 68154 www.karmakoffee.com | 402.885.8892 35

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59 • unrivaled

outdoor excitement boulder creek amusement park You don’t know family fun in Omaha until you experience Boulder Creek!

From a 36-hole putting course to batting cages suitable for all ages, Boulder Creek has you covered. This is the perfect place for birthday parties, corporate events or simply a great time with the family.

Boulder Creek serves up the best pulled-pork sandwiches in town and for those 21 and over, Boulder Creek also serves alcohol! boulder creek amusement park 14208 s st., omaha, ne 68137 | funinomaha.net | 402.861.0575

60 • a solution for every window all about blinds All About Blinds is a local, family owned custom window coverings dealer since 2003. Specializing in blinds, shades, shutters and soft treatments for residential and commercial locations, we handle everything from the measure to the installation to ensure a custom fit for your windows. Schedule a free in-home consultation or visit our Omaha showroom for more design ideas and product information.

all about blinds | 14937 industrial rd., omaha, ne 68144 www.blindsomaha.com | 402.431.9999

61 • it’s a zen thing high vibe festival lotus house of yoga Feel the vibe! High Vibe Festival is Nebraska’s first yoga, music and plant-based food festival. At the heart of The Lotus House is community. We believe that every yogi who comes to us is a member of the vibe-tribe and is welcomed as you are. Our story began with the desire to create a village of open-hearted, empowered and healthy yogis.

Together we vibe higher, elevating our own lives and our community.

high vibe festival lotus house of yoga 6706 frances st., omaha, ne 68106 highvibefestival.com | lotushouseofyoga.com | 402.281.4218 shopping • dining • attractions

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62 • say it with blooms blooms

Blooms is a family owned and operated luxury floral and plant boutique.

We have a heart for service and appreciate the value of premium quality and artistic design. We love supporting our local growers and handselecting the botanicals we design with. The changing of the seasons and unique color palettes and textures of nature are some of our biggest inspirations. blooms rockbrook village | 10923 prairie brook rd., omaha, ne 68144 www.omahablooms.com | 402.991.2300

63 • sweet perfection sweet d’s teacakes Sweet D’s Teacakes, a real taste of elegance dating back to the Queen Victoria Era. Using only the finest ingredients, fresh farm eggs, real butter and vanilla paste, these are a sweet little confection unlike anything you’ve ever tasted. In the spirit of celebrating life, we have the perfect indulgence for your next event or gathering.

Teacakes make fabulous gifts for a friend, guest or business associate or a unique addition to your next party, shower or wedding.

sweet d’s teacakes | 2674 s 191st cir., omaha, ne 68130 | www.sweetdsteacakes.com | facebook: sweet d’s teacakes | 402.681.5037

64 • refreshments for all spirit world

Want to browse for unique wines, craft beers and specialty spirits, all with a drink in your hand? Spirit World is the place!

We are a locally owned wine and spirits retailer, restaurant and bar with a passion for sharing our knowledge of great food and spirits with you. Come for a whiskey or wine tasting, a salad or sandwich, or simply to browse our vast selection. spirit world | aksarben village | 6680 center st., omaha, ne 68106 | spiritworldwine.com | 402.391.8680 37

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65 • the best of india jaipur restaurant & brew • voted best for the last 13 years Tandoori delights await at Jaipur Restaurant & Brewing Company, where the flavors of India blend with home-brewed beers and ales in one of the most romantic settings in the metro. Only the freshest, most select ingredients make it onto the table or into the kilns of Omaha’s first microbrewery. Be sure to leave room for the scintillating zing of their signature brew, the renowned Jalapeno Ale. Jaipur offers 23 different wines by the glass and more than 250 by the bottle. Try eight different wines, from one ounce to whatever you wish, from the new wine testing machine.

Voted THE BEST Indian restaurant in town for the last 13 years in a row!

jaipur restaurant & brewing company | rockbrook village | 10922 elm st., omaha, ne 68144 | www.jaipurbrewhouse.com | 402.392.7331

66 • artistry at home andy moore custom art services Serving the Midwest and beyond, Andy Moore continues to make homeowners’ visions a reality.

Services include: Décorative art, murals, specialty finishes, custom-painted furniture and cabinets, original art, illustration, and custom painting.

Andy prides himself on service, attention to detail, and a finished product that you will love. andy moore custom art services 7111 s 159th st., omaha, ne 68136 | 402.321.1634

67 • laugh out loud funny bone comedy club & restaurant Bringing stand-up comedy to the metro area for 25 years!

Full-service restaurant and bar ready for you to enjoy while you relax and laugh at nationally touring comics!

The club is available for private daytime events for your business.

Or just a date night out with your favorite person to laugh with. No kidding!

funny bone comedy club & restaurant village pointe | 17305 davenport, upper level, omaha, ne 68118 www.funnyboneomaha.com | 402.493.8036 shopping • dining • attractions

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68 • benvenuti amici! pasta amore That’s Amore! It truly is love. Award-winning Chef Leo–originally from Sicily–personally crafts each dish with expertise, just for you. The family owned tradition specializes in traditional fare with a Sicilian influence on all things seafood. Enjoy veal saltimbocca, veal marsala and veal piccata, unique dishes you will find nowhere else in Omaha, and don’t forget the dessert! When you dine at Pasta Amore, you are family!

pasta amore | rockbrook village 108th & center, omaha, ne 68144 www.pastaamore.net | 402.391.2585

69 • passion service innovation fashion cleaners At Fashion Cleaners, we are passionate about what we do. Local to Omaha for the past 65 years, and family owned and operated for the past 20 years, we are invested in our community. We are pleased to provide the best dry cleaning services we can to Omaha and take great pride in being voted “Best Dry Cleaner” in Omaha for over 11 years. We love making a personal connection with our customers, and we love making sure you look your best. With six locations throughout the metro and a fleet of delivery vans offering free home and office pick-up and delivery, we can accommodate most any situation. fashion cleaners | 6 omaha locations | fashioncleaners.com | 402.342.3491

70 • doubt is out, intuition is in trishna vision Trishna, a clairvoyant, inter-dimensional healer and teacher, has been a seer since childhood. A student of Healing for 20-plus years, she has studied with spiritual teachers in India and the USA including, Amritanandamayi Ma “Amma,” Chief Wanbli Sapa, Tibetan Buddhist Lamas, Dr. Stanley Haleakala Hew Len, Indigenous Medicine Men and her Shastriji in India. Trishna assists people working to clarify, nurture and trust their intuition and insights. Trishna supports others along their personal transitional and transformational journeys, partnering with those on the path towards greater prosperity and wellness and happier, healthy lives and relationships. trishna vision www.trishnavision.com | facebook.com | 402.637.6370 39

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71 • bursting with flavor popperista gourmet popcorn Our popperistas begin each batch with Midwest-grown popcorn that is popped in 100% corn oil. We infuse each kernel with a variety of flavors including butter, blends of cheeses, caramel and chocolate, to name a few.

Call or pop into our store and see why our customers choose us to create flavor combinations for all their sporting events, wedding receptions, reveal parties, work meetings and corporate gifts! popperista gourmet popcorn 1223 s 180th st., omaha, ne 68130 popperista.com | 402.933.8698

72 • dance fever omaha ballroom Get on your dancing shoes and learn how to salsa, swing, cha cha, waltz, and tango with Omaha Ballroom! These ballroom divas have been teaching Omaha how to dance for over 10 years and are proud founders of the “Dancing with the Omaha Stars” charity event!

omaha ballroom | 5038 s 153 st., omaha, ne 68137 www.omahaballroom.com | 402.290.4869

73 • sweet treat sunrize donuts Glazed, frosted, sprinkled…Sunrize Donuts has more than 50 varieties of donuts, all made from scratch. The Sunrize family has been making donuts for over 30 years! Come in any day of the week from 6 a.m. to noon to grab a coffee and a donut (or two), pick up a dozen to treat your family or coworkers, or ask how we can make your next birthday party or event sweeter.

sunrize donuts 17676 welch plz., omaha, ne 68135 sunrizedonuts.com | 402.614.2228 shopping • dining • attractions

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74 • this joint is jammin’ jams Jams, an Omaha restaurant legacy, is an American Grill that offers a melting pot of different styles and varieties of food dishes containing high-quality ingredients paired with savory cocktails or fantastic wines. In 2015 Jams opened up a second location in the Old Market with the same delicious food you have loved for years.

jams 7814 dodge st., omaha, ne 68114 | 402.399.8300 1101 harney st., omaha, ne 68102 | 402.614.9333 www.jamseats.com

75 • fun and laughs for everyone popcorn productions Get your popcorn ready for this hilarious family favorite! Eugene T. Mahoney State Park in conjunction with Popcorn Productions will be serving its 27th year entertaining Omaha family crowds. Audiences are encouraged to “boo” and throw popcorn at the Villain, “cheer” on the Hero, and “aww” for the Heroine. Featuring three rotating melodramas during the summer months (May-August) and a fall-themed production (August- October).

Tickets are $7 adults, $5 children. popcorn productions the denman and mary mallory kountze memorial theatre eugene t. mahoney state park | 28500 w park hwy., ashland, ne 68003 melodramas.net | facebook: melodramas reserve tickets: 1.402.944.2523 ext. 7122

76 • top notch s. scott moore | partner with oMne partners commercial real estate broker/auctioneer At OMNE Partners, people can expect a culture that is committed to treating our clients’ businesses as our own, with great care and end-to-end attention to detail, which only exists in a true partnership.

As an expert in commercial real estate and partner of the firm, S. Scott Moore offers consulting services, landlord and tenant representation, buyer and seller representation, and corporate representation. Looking to make a move?

Contact Scott for more information and let him help you achieve your business goals! omne partners | 13340 california st., ste. 100, omaha, ne 68154 omnepartners.com | smoore@omnepartners.com | 402.697.8899 41

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77 • looking fantastic bellissimo salon & spa Bellissimo Salon & Spa is a local family owned business that was established in August of 2010. The business is located at 2807 North Main Street in the heart of historic Olde Towne Elkhorn.

Bellissimo Salon & Spa caters to men, women and children.

They offer a variety of services ranging from hair, nails and skin to full body massages. The salon also offers airbrush tanning, ear candling, infrared sauna and more! bellissimo salon & spa | 2807 n main st., elkhorn, ne 68022 www.bellissimosalonandspa.net | 402.991.1041

78 • we see art woodworks by wieneke They see wood. We see art. Woodworks By Wieneke takes all things wood and creates interestingly beautiful home décor pieces that are sure to spark conversation. From pallet-inspired images and words, to naturally magnificent wood-stump tables.

We “wood” love to create something for you!

woodworks by wieneke | becky wieneke | woodworksbywieneke@gmail.com | @woodworksbywieneke | 402.719.4814

79 • pure joy today zendy wendy Zendy Wendy is about finding zen and being healthy inside and out. Create a life that aligns with your pure joy by incorporating yoga poses, meditation and essential oils. Meditation classes for all ages offered by appointment.

Zendy Wendy | Wendy Moore | ZendyWendy88@gmail.com www.zendywendy.com | @thezendywendy | 402.850.0121

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80 • eatery perfection fleming’s Your Omaha Fleming’s is located on Regency Parkway just a half-mile south of Dodge. Whether you’re celebrating, dining with business clients or want a night out with friends, we have created the perfect ambiance with a menu filled with your favorites and a local chef’s table that changes with the season, or whenever we feel inspired by our ingredients.

Our bar is always open and our wine manager has curated a wide selection of locally selected wines, hand-crafted cocktails and spirits.

Need a more private space? Our Private Dining Director is at your service. fleming’s | 140 regency pkwy., omaha, ne 68114 www.flemingssteakhouse.com | 402.393.0811

81 • fitness, philanthropy & fun! my 5k journey

Have you ever wanted to challenge yourself? Give back to local charities?

Become more healthy? You’re invited to join the My 5K Journey Facebook page started by metroMAGAZINE publisher Andrea ‘Andee’ Hoig. After turning 50, Andee decided to challenge herself to do 50 5Ks in 2017. She shares what she has learned as well as keeps everyone up to date on upcoming 5Ks in the Omaha metro area. Join My 5K Journey for Fitness, Philanthropy and FUN! https://www.facebook.com/5kandee/

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twist!

j.coco restaurant

Chef Jennifer Coco, nominated for the James Beard Culinary Award, runs this neighborhood favorite located inside the old Wohlner’s Neighborhood Grocery & Deli on the corner of 52nd and Leavenworth Streets. The seasonal menu is rooted in tradition and showcases natural natural ingredients that are local, organic and sustainable; and featuring craft cocktails, an eclectic wine list, and house-made desserts. Celebrate the traditional…with a modern twist. j.coco restaurant 5203 leavenworth st., omaha, ne 68106 | www.jcocoomaha.com | 402.884.2626 43

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83• stronger together omaha gives!

Omaha Gives! is an online charitable challenge which takes place annually the Wednesday before Memorial Day. This 24-hour event showcases the metro area’s spirit of giving, raises awareness about nonprofits, and celebrates the collective efforts it takes to make this city great. Join thousands of area givers supporting local nonprofits with gifts that go further during this gift-giving holiday as they watch the clock waiting for midnight to strike!

omaha community foundation | omahagives.org

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alexander payne movies

Father Flanagan established Boys Town a century ago as an orphanage, and it now gives at-risk children and families the love, support and education they need to succeed. Boys Town serves more than two million individuals a year through 11 sites around the country, a national hotline, publications and online resources, and a national research hospital.

Oscar-winning filmmaker Alexander Payne is not only a native son, he also filmed scenes for five of his movies in and around Omaha: Citizen Ruth, Election, About Schmidt and most recently Downsizing. Nebraska was shot elsewhere in the state, but like his other area shoots it provided rare and welcome movie work to local professionals from audio engineers to stylists.

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The Gerald R. Ford Birthsite and Gardens marks the location of the house near Hanscom Park where the former president—born Leslie Lynch King Jr.—lived for few weeks after his 1913 birth.

The Victorian mansion owned by Ford’s paternal grandparents was razed after a 1971 fire.

Dedicated in 1977, the site now includes a portico, pagoda, rose garden, and the Gerald R. Ford Conservation Center.

Oscar winners Marlon Brando and Henry Fonda both had ties to Omaha—and to each other’s families. Brando was born here in 1924 and Fonda’s family moved to Omaha in 1906.

Dorothy Brando acted in early Omaha Community Playhouse productions when her son was still an infant and encouraged a young Henry Fonda to audition for his first play during the 1925-26 Playhouse season.

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Omaha’s own Reuben Kulakofsky was the inventor of the sandwich. The story goes that a regular poker game at the Blackstone Hotel included grocer Kulakofsky and the hotel’s owner, who eventually put Kulakofsky’s delicious sandwich on the Blackstone menu.

A former employee of the hotel won a national recipe contest with the Reuben in 1956, and the sandwich has been nationally popular since.

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history

ford birthsite

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promise

Offutt Air Force Base served as the headquarters for the former Strategic Air Command (SAC) for more than 40 years, from 1948 to 1992.

Operations moved in 1957 to an underground bunker with 24-inch-thick walls and base floor, 10-inch-thick intermediate floors, and roof that ranged in thickness from 24 to 42 inches.

It also contained a war room with the capacity to fully sustain up to 800 people underground for two weeks.

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memorial way

johnny!

memorial park

johnny carson early years

Memorial Park, which covers 67 acres near 60th Street and Underwood Avenue north of the UNO campus, was created as a memorial to honor servicemen and servicewomen from the area. President Harry S. Truman dedicated the site in 1948. Today the park is also known for its rosebushes, flag-lined drive, winter sledding, casual warm-weather recreation activities, and annual summer concert and fireworks show.

Johnny Carson, host of The Tonight Show, began his broadcasting career in 1950 as a host and announcer for WOW radio and television in Omaha. It was an Omaha woman who introduced Carson to an executive in the southern California television market who also happened to be her brother. That connection led to Carson’s departure for Los Angeles, and the rest is television history.

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The George and Sarah Joslyn mansion is officially named Lynhurst, but locals know it as Joslyn Castle because of its distinctive architecture. Located at 39th and Davenport Streets, the structure was built in 1903 to reflect the couple’s affluence. The Castle was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972 and designated an Omaha landmark in 1979.

Since 1950, Omaha has played host to the College World Series, the culmination of the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship series.

For the first 60 years, games took place at Rosenblatt Stadium. Since it opened in 2011 the CWS home field has been TD Ameritrade Park Omaha, where it will remain through 2035.

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Florence Mill is a historic mill built in 1846 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places as Weber Mill in 1998. It is the only surviving structure to have been built by the Mormons who occupied an encampment called Winter Quarters in what is now the Florence community. Today the facility serves as the Winter Quarters Mill Museum and ArtLoft Gallery.

SHOPPING • DINING • ATTRACTIONS

kingdom

Fort Omaha now serves as the North Omaha campus of Metropolitan Community College, but its diverse history dates back to 1868 and many of its buildings appear much the way they did in the 19th century. The authentically restored home of General George Crook, now on the National Register of Historic Places, features furnishings and decor from the 1880s.

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120-plus miles of fully paved trails run throughout the city. They include the Riverfront and Missouri River Trails along the river, the Keystone Trail intersecting some of the busiest areas of the city (and going under the road in some places), and the West Papio North and South trails touching adjoining cities and a nice cross-section of the community: residential areas, public parks, and commercial developments.

The Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge crosses the Missouri River between Omaha and Council Bluffs. The curved bridge opened in 2008, and its path spans 3,000 feet with Big Muddy only 60 feet below. A line marks the division between Nebraska and Iowa so visitors can stand with one foot in each state.

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Saint Cecilia Cathedral is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Omaha.

The masterwork of architect Thomas Rogers Kimball was the tenth largest cathedral in the U.S. upon its 1959 construction and its location on one of the highest points of the city (at 40th and Webster) make its twin towers visible for miles.

It’s evident from the point of entrance—and from the street, really—that there’s nothing quite like Do Space anywhere else in Omaha or anywhere, period. Do Space is a community tech library and an innovation space for the public developed to be a technology equalizer, enabler, educator and innovator, and membership is open to all.

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uss omaha

uss hazard & uss marlin

USS Omaha was officially commissioned in San Diego in February. The Omaha (LCS12) is the Navy’s newest littoral combat ship, a 420-foot, 2,300-ton vessel with operational flexibility and advanced technology that give it a distinctive, futuristic look. The crew will be connected to Omaha and its citizens year-round through ship’s sponsor Susie Buffett, whose role includes advocating for the vessel’s continued service and well-being.

USS Hazard was an Admirable-class minesweeper that served in the Navy during World War II. Today, it is a National Historic Landmark, the only Admirable-class minesweeper still in existence. The USS Marlin was a T-1-class training submarine for the U.S. Navy. Hazard and Marlin now serve as museum ships and are on display at Freedom Park.

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Art Galleries Lewis Art Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2

Lawyers Vandenack Weaver LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 22

Attractions Lied Lodge & Conference Center . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Omaha Children’s Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 The Durham Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Boulder Creek Amusement Park . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Night Life Aksarben Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Anthony’s Steakhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Blackstone District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Countryside Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Funny Bone Comedy Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Midtown Crossing at Turner Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

24 46 33 36 67 74 4

Performing Arts American Midwest Ballet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Bluebarn Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Omaha Community Playhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Omaha Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Omaha Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Opera Omaha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

41 43 12 39 38 11

32 6 14 59

Children Children’s Hospital & Medical Center . . . . . . . 16 23 Omaha Children’s Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 6 Coffee/Tea Shops Karma Koffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 58 The Omaha Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 37 Entertainment & Events Funny Bone Comedy Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

High Vibe Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Omaha CRUSH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Omaha Fashion Week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Omaha Gives! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pick-a-Pooch - Pets in Omaha event . . . . . . .

Popcorn Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

38 36 12 12 44 24 41

67 61 16 17 83 34 75

Health & Wellness Children’s Hospital & Medical Center . . . . . . .

Compete Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Float Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Freedom Running Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

High Vibe Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iThinkFit Gym . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

My 5K Journey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OM Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Omaha Ballroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Shine Spray Tanning & Waxing . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Title Boxing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trishna Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Zendy Wendy Meditation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

16 28 18 34 36 19 43 32 40 29 22 39 42

23 42 25 54 61 27 81 49 72 44 31 70 79

Home Exterior Products & Services Brite Ideas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 28 Home Interior Products & Services All About Blinds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Andy Moore Custom Art Services . . . . . . . . . .

Extremely Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

House of J . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lighting World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Woodworks by Wieneke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

36 38 14 35 14 42

60 66 20 56 19 78

Jewelers Elisa Ilana Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 9 Gunderson’s Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1 Malashock's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 51

Directory Indexed by Industry

Pet & Animal Organizations Nebraska Humane Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 30 Pick-a-Pooch - Pets in Omaha event . . . . . . . 24 34 Pet Services & Specialty Shops Invisible Fence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Nebraska Humane Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pets in Omaha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pick-a-Pooch - Pets in Omaha event . . . . . . .

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29 30 35 34

Real Estate NP Dodge Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 21 S. Scott Moore: OMNE Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 76 Restaurants Anthony’s Steakhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Foodies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Jaipur Brewing Company and Restaurant . 38 Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Mantra Bar & Grille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 One Pacific Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Spirit World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 The Omaha Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Aksarben Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Blackstone District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Countryside Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 J. Coco Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Midtown Crossing at Turner Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Pasta Amore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Fleming’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Shucks Fish House & Oyster Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

46 8 65 74 40 13 64 37 24 33 36 82 4 68 80 52

Salons & Spas Bellissimo Salon and Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Creative Hair Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Faces Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 One Drake Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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Shopping Destinations Aksarben Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Blackstone District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Countryside Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Midtown Crossing at Turner Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 One Pacific Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Regency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Village Pointe Shopping Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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Specialty Food Shops Personal Threads Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 3 Specialty Food/Wine Shops eCreamery Ice Cream & Gelato Parlor . . . . . . . 6 Omaha Steaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Popperista Gourmet Popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Spirit World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Sunrize Donuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Sweet D’s Teacakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 The Omaha Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Vic’s Popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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Specialty Services Fashion Cleaners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 69 VIP Limousine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 50 Specialty Shops Blooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

House of J . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OM Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Bookworm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Venues Lied Lodge & Conference Center . . . . . . . . . . . 22 32 OM Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 49 The Durham Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 14 Women’s Apparel Cinderella’s Formal Gown Rental . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Elisa Ilana Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Hello Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Periwinkles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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