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It’s no secret that I get excited about every issue of metroMAGAZINE that we put out, and July issue is certainly no exception. Maybe it’s because Omaha screenwriter/director Alexander Payne is on our cover or maybe it’s because of our article about Film Streams welcoming Jane Fonda to Feature Event. It might be because of our interview with classic car collector Jim Duffack or the article on the Growing Cities project and its Omaha based young film makers. I do know that I am very excited about the thirty charitable events that appear in this issue. So I’m excited about all of the above, because it all makes for one great edition! As we continue to go through changes and our share of challenges, our mission remains the same: this publishing house exists to Inform, Educate & Inspire. Each month we recognize the ongoing efforts of local-area businesses, organizations and individuals who better the community though their support of charitable and civic causes. metroMAGAZINE also exists to encourage people’s desire to give something back to the community and make a difference through volunteerism and philanthropy. As we approach the half way mark for the year 2012 I wish to take the opportunity to thank all of you for your continued support through subscribing, advertising and getting the word out about our publications and products! All of us here at metroMAGAZINE love this community and are committed to shining only the brightest light on the amazing works of so many. I encourage all of you to visit our website regularly to keep up to date on all of the upcoming charitable events and happens in the greater Omaha area as well as checking out the latest photos from local fundraising events. Visit us at SpiritofOmaha.com.

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omaha’s cinema heavyweight alexander payne will have lots to talk about with film legend jane fonda appearing at the upcoming film streams feature event

while the fondas were contributing to unrestrained new “ cinema a young alexander payne cut his teeth on ‘70s films as an audience member at the dundee and indian hills theatres.” omaha’s own ALEXANDER PAYNE WILL BE TALKING CINEMA WITH JANE FONDA AT THE JULY FILM STREAMS FEATURE EVENT, AND HE WON’T BE AT A LOSS FOR MATERIAL. He’ll converse with an intelligent artist he admires and whose best work came in his favorite decade of American movies, the ‘70s. Then there’s all the noted directors and actors she’s worked with and the legacy of her famous father and brother to discuss. It’s apropos that a renowned filmmaker from Omaha will review Fonda’s own legendary career before an audience of Nebraskans since her family is so tied to this place. Her adored father Henry remains an enduring native son. The loyalty the late stage and screen star showed to the state is not lost on Jane or Peter, who are adopted Nebraskans. The threesome’s cinema paths rarely crossed. Just as Henry’s career waned, Jane’s and Peter’s took off. But there was a golden moment when they all converged. As the Old Hollywood studio system died out a brash new group of creatives crashed the gates to usher in the New Hollywood in the late 1960s. In that emerging space of permissiveness and artistic freedom depictions of sex and violence reached new extremes, more humanistic stories came in vogue, locations gained favor over sound stages and stylistic devices, like flash cuts, took hold. Amid this liberated landscape the Fondas made films that forever changed things. Jane paradoxically struck a blow for both misogyny and feminism in Roger Vadim’s sexually bold adaptation of the adult comic strip Barbarella. Henry went rouge playing completely against type as a sadistic killer in the Sergio Leone Western Once Upon a Time in the West. Peter became a counterculture hero in the hippie, Harley, drug-fueled road picture classic Easy Rider. Then, in a dramatic career transformation, Jane went from frothy sex symbol to first-rate dramatic actress of social conviction, winning Oscars for her risk-taking work in Klute and Coming Home. Later, she found the project that became her ailing father’s cinema swan

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alexander payne ON FAMILIAR GROUND song and their only film together, On Golden Pond. Fast forward a generation and Peter channeled his father in his Oscar-nominated lead role in Ulee’s Gold. While the Fondas contributed to the unrestrained new cinema a young Alexander Payne cut his teeth on ‘70s films as an audience member at the Dundee and Indian Hills Theatres. As Payne acknowledged in accepting his Oscar for The Descendants last February, his mother Peggy was his most devoted filmgoing companion. He was an intellectually precocious youth with a preternatural appetite for adult art fare. He made his own short films with an 8 mm camera his restauranteur father, George, received as a bonus from Kraft Foods for customer loyalty. Payne, an Omaha Creighton Prep graduate, considered studying journalism but fixed on history and Spanish literature at Stanford University. He didn’t formally study film until he entered UCLA, where his thesis project, The Passion of Martin, played festivals and netted him a production deal from Universal Studios. By the time he made features in his hometown in the mid-1990s and early 2000s, repeatedly shooting in the same Dundee neighborhood where he and Henry Fonda grew up, Jane was already retired from movies. For Citizen Ruth Payne cast a strong, socially committed woman not unlike Fonda in Laura Dern to play the title character of Ruth Stoops. Interested in making uncompromising films akin to those he fell in love with during the ‘70s, Payne unflinchingly took on the abortion debate in the picture. His next movie, Election, placed Reese Witherspoon in the kind of catty vixen part a young Jane would have been just right for. Payne’s subsequent male-dominated films co-star women in roles that put men in their place. In About Schmidt Connie Ray is a trailer park wife sympathetic to Jack Nicholson recently losing his wife until he

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makes a pass at her and she throws him out. One can imagine Fonda in that part. In Sideways Sandra Oh is the cool wine pourer babe who goes ballistic when she discovers Thomas Haden Church has been lying to her and Virginia Madsen is the cool Earth Mother who sees past Paul Giamatti’s shortcomings. Fonda’s played similar characters. As a good woman wronged in The Descendants Judy Greer finds the right balance of tenderness and rage Fonda delivered as Cat Ballou, Bree Daniels (Klute), Lillian Hellman (Julia) and Kimberly Wells (The China Syndrome). No doubt Payne would have loved to work with Fonda in her prime. Who knows, now that she’s acting again perhaps they’ll be a part for her in one of his future projects. Just not his next one, Nebraska, a road movie that follows an embittered Nebraskan (Bruce Dern) living in Montana hell-bent on claiming a sweepstakes prize his estranged son (Will Forte) knows doesn’t exist. The son is sure his father will come to his senses long before they reach their destination of Lincoln, Neb. The journey revisits the old man’s dispiriting past and en route the sympathetic son decides to give his fool of a father the gift of saving face. Payne’s angling to shoot the project in Nebraska this fall. He and casting director John Jackson are hard at work trying to find authentic Nebraska types as extras.

nebraska casting call! Would you like to be in the next Alexander Payne movie, NEBRASKA ? Looking for men and women, 18 to 80 years of age. Email casting director John Jackson a recent snapshot and contact info to: Nebraska.casting@gmail.com

[payne is] interested in “thehavingpeopleconversations with are really strong artists with great careers.” ~ RACHEL JACOBSON

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a life in film

jane fonda TAKES CENTER STAGE AT FILM STREAMS jane fonda has done it all as a film actress. after years away from her family’s craft she’s back on the screen. she reviews her life in film at a special event in omaha, where a series of her movies plays this summer.

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FILM STREAMS CELEBRATES THE MANY FACES OF ACTRESS JANE FONDA. She and one of her biggest fans, ALEXANDER PAYNE, converse live on stage July 22 at the HOLLAND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER FOR FEATURE EVENT IV,

the art cinema’s annual fundraiser. A Fonda repertory series runs through August 30. The Fonda legacy in Nebraska looms large. Her late iconic father HENRY FONDA was born here. He started acting at the OMAHA COMMUNITY PLAYHOUSE, where Jane and brother Peter trod the boards. Henry retained deep ties to the state and the Playhouse. He once brought the entire production of his Broadway triumph Mister Roberts to town. In 1955 he, fellow Playhouse alum Dorothy McGuire and 17-year-old Jane appeared in a benefit production of The Country Girl directed by Joshua Logan. Peter, who attended the University of Omaha, occasionally visits the Playhouse. KLUTE

When the only film pairing the famous father and daughter, On Golden Pond, made its Midwest premiere at the Orpheum she came. Unlike her father’s beloved public persona, Jane’s is complex. For much of the 1960s she was a spirited ingenue and sometime vixen plying her cover girl looks and wiles more than her acting chops in cinema trifles. Her comedic work in Cat Ballou and Barefoot in the Park hinted at star potential.

She earned acclaim for her dramatic turns in They Shoot Horses Don’t They? (1969) and Klute (1971),

the latter earning her the Best Actress Oscar. That’s when “she came out from behind the shadow of both her father and brother” (Peter made it big with Easy Rider), says film historian Bruce Crawford of Omaha. She also drew ire for her anti-war comments and protests. By the time she divorced Vadim and married activist Tom Hayden she was branded “political.” Fonda made socially conscious projects in Julia (1977), Coming Home (1978) (another Best Actress Oscar) and The China Syndrome (1979). Her career peaked in the late ‘70s-early ‘80’s with Nine to Five, On Golden Pond and her Emmy-winning performance in TV’s The Dollmaker (1984). By then

she’d morphed into a home workout video diva. After divorcing Hayden she surprised many by marrying media tycoon Ted Turner and promptly retiring from the screen at age 50. Her recent return to movies comes on the heels of her best-selling memoirs and healthy aging advocacy. “She’s continually reinvented herself and her image,” says Jacobson. “She’s just very deliberate about how she thinks about herself and her own evolution. She’s a fascinating person.” Payne curates the Feature Event and in Fonda, 74, he’s once more chosen a dynamic figure to talk cinema shop, following Steven Soderbergh, Debra Winger and Laura Dern. Jacobson says, “The people he’s interested in having conversations with are really strong artists with great careers.” She says Payne won Fonda over by saying her appearance would support the arts in Omaha. “That’s why she’s coming.”

Film Streams founder-director RACHEL JACOBSON, an admirer, says Fonda “always had a deeper, more introspective quality even when playing the lighter roles.” When Fonda’s French filmmaker husband ROGER VADIM exploited her sex symbol status in Barbarella she could have been typecast. Instead, she did a makeover from vapid party girl and blonde bimbo to social activist and serious actress.

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continually “she’s reinvented herself and her image.”

THEY SHOOT HORSES DON’T THEY?

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the series:

BARBARELLA

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Coming Home

She hits all the right notes as an aspiring schoolmarm turned outlaw seeking to avenge her father’s death. Lee Marvin steals the show in the dual roles of killer Tim Strawn and gunman Kid Shelleen.

She makes believable the evolution from naive war bride to anti-war sympathizer who falls for paraplegic activist vet Jon Voight. The fictional awakening reverberates with Fonda’s own coming-of-age.

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The China Syndrome

She fearlessly plays an over-the-top sex object in highly suggestive scenes bordering on soft-core porn in this tripped-out fantasy directed by Vadim.

Playing an ambitious TV reporter fighting to cover a nuclear reactor accident the authorities want suppressed Fonda is in her element. Her subdued conviction is a welcome contrast to high-strung Jack Lemmon and Michael Douglas.

They Shoot Horses Don’t They? Her transformation began with this unadorned portrayal of a desperate, ill-fated dance marathoner under the direction of Sydney Pollack.

Klute As high end call girl Bree Daniels she’s a raw-nerved neurotic mixed up in a dangerous liaison with small town detective Donald Sutherland in the big city.

Julia Fonda plays the kind of strong woman, Lillian Hellman, she clearly emulates. Her playwright character embarks on a dangerous mission abroad for a friend, Julia (Vanessa Redgrave), opposing the Nazis.

Nine to Five Sardonic Lily Tomlin and sassy Dolly Parton are long-suffering office workers harassed by womanizing boss Dabney Coleman. Pert Jane is the innocent newbie. The women execute a militant plan to turn the tables in this feminist farce.

On Golden Pond Jane plays out real life issues with her dad in this tale of an estranged daughter starving for affection from a father who has trouble giving it. Katharine Hepburn co-stars in the poignant drama.

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just very deliberate about “she’s how she thinks about herself and her own evolution.” ~ RACHEL JACOBSON

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cars were sold on sizzle,” saYs Jim duffack, owner of Bellevue ToYoTa. ThaT’s whaT he’s looking for as he curaTes his own collecTion of classic cars, one of which will Be shown aT The JoslYn casTle car classic on JulY 29. To Be welcomed inTo his fold of resTored vehicles (The conTenTs and counT of which can change aT anY Time), a car has To possess a cerTain Je ne sais quois. REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE “i’m not loyal to any vehicle,” duffack said, despite having acquaintances who are only into porsches or corvettes. “Just as long as it’s something special.” if pressed, he might mention a penchant for convertibles or high horsepower or custom-built machines. “i do this for a hobby,” he said. “i don’t like to judge others, and i don’t take mine to judged shows anymore. it’s for fun, it’s not for critique. we older guys, we know what we’ve got.” duffack personally details seven cars as they overwinter in his basement showroom. if heavier work is required, a mechanic steps in. during the summer, he rotates another seven into the showroom from an on-site storage barn. “There’s no rhyme or reason, no plan, as to what comes in next,” he said. “Just whatever i feel like working on.”while the showroom is spacious, every inch is efficiently used considering the boat-like sizes of the average classic automobile. “getting the cars out isn’t so much a problem, but i never move cars in without someone else here to watch,” he admitted. “Backing in is tricky.” THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN his first classic car is still in the collection, though not currently in the showroom, and definitely qualifies as unique. The sunshine-yellow ’55 Mercury has two front ends, requiring a double-take to understand

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what you’re really seeing. “The original guy who owned it had two mercurys that were in back-end collisions,” duffack explained. “he welded the two fronts together, put taillights in one end, and used it as a parade car.”The two-faced mercury came into his possession in 1966 when he purchased it to draw attention to his first dealership. “it’s not a valuable car,” he said, “but it’s always been worthy.”The car is street legal, and duffack may have had a few laughs driving it down one-way streets. “You just get a buddy who pretends he’s driving at the other end. what can i say, i was young.” his current favorite is a 1953 Oldsmobile 88 and is in pride of place at the entrance of the little museum. The olds is perhaps not the most vibrant car in the showroom but possibly the most glamorous. The creamy body is a complement to the rosy leather interior, and the rocketship theme of the ’50s 88s is everywhere. a golden ringed globe is set behind plexiglass into the steering wheel, a larger one in chrome spangles the nose of the vehicle, and a rocket with jet engines deigns to be the hood ornament. “it was powerful, it was sleek,” he said. “it was a rocketship!”while duffack is usually fastidious that his restorations be exact replicas of the originals, this rocket 88 had something special. That stunning rosecolored leather? “That’s not gm. That’s what would have been used for a Bentley.” for the vehicle you’ll be seeing at the Joslyn castle car classic, step over here to the cream and fire-engine red ’56 Chevy BelAir convertible. while the fins are rather tame in comparison to what they would become in later years, this convertible kept up with the Joneses with a 220 hp power pack v8 engine. its hood ornament, appropriately, is a jet. “it’s a total body-off-frame restoration,” duffack said, perhaps with a smidge of understandable pride.

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speaking of v8s, here’s a robin’s-egg blue 1955 Plymouth convertible, the first year they were made with that engine. and over there is a 1935 Ford Cabriolet convertible. its eggplant finish complements the yellow-rimmed wheels. “i have three sets of tires for this car,” duffack said. “each set gives it a different look.” like a new pair of shoes? “well. Yes. actually, that’s good, i like that.” it’s a street rod, also with a v8 (late-model). and tilt-wheel steering, cruise, and a big sound system. The ’57 dodge royal lancer doesn’t get driven much. “it’s restored to perfection,” duffack said of the black two-door hardtop. “it was at Joslyn last year.”The bright red 1955 corvette is one of only 200 left. The cherry red ’54 mercury convertible has every option ever made that year, including the first overhead valve v8. Where the boys are in the summer, duffack takes a car out for some air at least once a week. “i like flashbacks on wednesday nights,” he said, referring to the omaha bar that hosts a weekly car/motorcycle show during the warm months. “it’s fun to see people and ask, ‘what’d you bring tonight?’” everyone has his own taste at the shows: the over-the-top fans of a certain make or the

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younger crowd with their rice-burners. “i just think, i’m glad they’re here. it’s good that the young guys are here spending their money on car stuff. There’s all kinds of other things they could be doing instead.” duffack also usually has a vehicle on display at the quaker steak and lube in council Bluffs, a restaurant that complements its theme with jukeboxes, nascar artifacts and route 66 memorabilia. duffack’s own showroom is peppered with James dean and marilyn monroe cutouts, drive-in speakers, neon lights, and faux ice cream cones melting on the tiles. “my favorite prop is probably my bumper car,” he said, motioning to a stop-light red vehicle of the amusement park variety. “it’s from a park at lake okoboji, probably from the ’50s.” it’s certainly in keeping with duffack’s unofficial theme: as long as it’s something special. m

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growing cities ROOTED IN OMAHA film is a powerful tool, and “there’s no other documentary out there about the growth of urban agriculture on a national scale.” ~ dan susman, director/co-producer growing cities

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and rations of peanut butter and rice were enough to start Dan Susman and Andrew Monbouquette on their months-long roadtrip filming urban agriculture around the United States. It’s taking a little more than that to turn the documentary dreams of these two Omahans into the reality of Growing Cities: A Film about Urban Farming in America. The Growing Cities dream began for then-college students Susman, 24, and Monbouquette, 24, during their winter breaks from Dartmouth and Willamette in 2010. A student of ecology and environmental studies and a lifelong gardener, Susman was talking about visiting farms to expand his personal knowledge of urban agriculture. Monbouquette, majoring in rhetoric and media studies, saw the journey as an opportunity to make a film. With this convenient crossroads of passions, the childhood friends decided to document the explosion of a movement where growing anything from a tomato plant on a patio to a chicken on a city rooftop is considered farming. “Film is a powerful tool,” Susman said, “and there’s no other documentary out there about the growth of urban agriculture on a national scale.”

planning the roadtrip In January 2011, Susman and Monbouquette began lining up farms to visit around the country. “We did leave some room in case someone was like, ‘Oh you guys should check out this other place while you’re out here,’” Susman said. “And there was a lot of that.” No doubt that’s how they managed to film over 80 farms in 15 states over the course of three months. Monbouquette’s mother, Wendy, donated the family van for their use, and grants from Dartmouth as well as individual investments from family and friends funded the roadtrip. Susman and Monbouquette, with friend Brent Lubbert wearing the hat of production manager, took off for Denver with film equipment and a significant stash of rice and peanut butter. “It was a combination of bringing our own supplies and living off the land,” Susman said. “We were doing bare bones.” From the beginning of May 2011 to the end of August, the trio couchsurfed with friends, family, and

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common themes of successful “thekickstarters were a good video, some humor, getting to know the creators, and doing some kind of social good.” ~ andrew monbouquette, director of photography/co-producer growing cities

strangers through Nebraska, Colorado, California, Oregon, Washington, Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana, and Texas. September found them in San Francisco transcribing over 140 hours of footage. By November, they were back in their hometown of Omaha to organize the production of Growing Cities: A Film about Urban Farming in America.

the faces of urban farming Any number of agendas can come up in connection with urban agriculture, and the filmmakers learned that each farmer approaches the concept in a unique way. Susman recalled one particularly passionate individual. “Malik Yakini, from the Detroit Black Community Food Security Network. He knew about food, he knew about politics, he knew about race relations. Sort of intimidating at first, but so open and welcoming.” “Then you had someone like Tree in San Francisco,” Monbouquette remembered. “You go from a justice activist to this ’60s hippie who’s so laid back. And then there was Turner in New Orleans, teaching kids in the Ninth Ward about food justice.” “That’s what makes this so exciting,” Susman said. “So many different people are doing this for so many reasons. Urban farming can’t necessarily solve all these problems, like food justice or lack of food access, but it can help.”

kickstarter: new tool of philanthropy So the footage is ready, but how to turn hours of film into a moving documentary with a strong narrative? That little chore requires hiring a professional editor, covering licensing fees (the filmmakers do indeed have a business arm: Elmwood Motion Pictures, LLC), and paying for graphics and music. All this to the tune of $75,000. To raise that kind of money, Susman and Monbouquette decided to try out Kickstarter. A site dedicated to creatively raising funds for artistic projects and consumer products alike, Kickstarter is in

the news lately for pulling in big numbers. Consider independent musician Amanda Palmer, who blew past her $100,000 goal in May and hit one million dollars by the end of her month-long Kickstarter. While Elmwood Motion Pictures, LLC, has friends, it has slightly fewer than Ms. Palmer’s 22,000+ backers. Susman and Monbouquette decided to aim for $35,000. Because, you see, there’s a catch to Kickstarter: If you don’t have enough pledges to meet your proposed goal by the end of your Kickstarter (anywhere between one and 60 days), you don’t get any of it. Not one cent. Your backers are never charged for their money, and you are left to figure out another way to raise your lucre. To boost chances of hitting their mark, “we researched a ton,” Monbouquette said. “The common themes of successful Kickstarters were a good video, some humor, getting to know the creators, and doing some kind of social good.” Good prizes help too of course. Since Kickstarter isn’t technically raising donations (the pledges aren’t tax deductible), creators offer different levels of rewards to their backers. Growing Cities’ prizes scaled with the pledge ($50 had a variety of prizes to choose from: an herb box, heirloom seeds, a mushroom kit, or a tour of one of the farms visited in the documentary) up to $1,500. That generous backer received an original painting created by Alex Southworth and inspired by Growing Cities. But even with “sweet prizes!” as described on Growing Cities’ Kickstarter video, a fundraiser can be dead in the water without a fan base. Realizing this, Susman and Monbouquette began building their online presence before they launched their Kickstarter in April of this year. “We did a lot of social media and a mailing list to connect with people,” Susman said. “We probably got $10,000 of our Kickstarter via our Facebook page.” With 802 backers and $39,602 by the Kickstarter’s end on May 16, the potential is there to build on that fanbase and create again. “It’s kind of crazy to think of doing another project like this,” Monbouquette admitted. “Or anything else ever,” Susman added with a laugh.

the future of growing cities The pair hopes to wrap up editing by the end of 2012, and their fingers are crossed to show Growing Cities in film festivals beginning next summer. In the film’s trailer, released in April, Eugene Cook of Truly Living Well farms said, “We’re not asking people to grow everything. We’re saying grow something.” By introducing a nation to the concept of urban farming via Growing Cities, Susman and Monbouquette seem to be taking his advice. m

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Look Who’s Sheltering Shelter Pets

Does your dog need a manners tune-up? The Nebraska Humane Society offers fun, high quality, obedience classes for all ages and levels of dogs and dog owners. Our instructors can help you bond with your dog using positive reinforcement and humane training methods. We even offer private and in-home training, so you can work with your dog in the privacy of your own home, at your convenience. Been through one of our beginner classes? Try a specialty class. And remember as you take classes, the proceeds stay at the shelter and help save lives. Details and schedules at www.nehumanesociety.org or call 402-444-7800 ext. 272.

When it’s Time to Say Goodbye At the Nebraska Humane Society we know how difficult it is to say goodbye to four legged family members. But, unfortunately, it’s a fact of life that pet owners will have to go through. When the time comes, we want you to know that NHS offers private cremation services for beloved pets.

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The service is called Rainbow Bridge. Ask your veterinarian for details, call 402-444-7800 ext 231, or find information at www.nehumanesociety.org. All proceeds from Rainbow Bridge help animals still waiting to find homes. We can think of no better tribute for your beloved pet.

Julie Warne, Rosie, Adam, and Jacob, with Josh in front

Julie and Paul Warne “Rosie is one lucky horse. Neglected by owners, she was rescued by NHS and then fostered and adopted by the Warne family. However, Julie Warne would tell you that it’s her family who is lucky, for adopting Rosie. Rosie loves the kids. She always walks up to them to play lick-the-hand. Everyone will hold out hands and she will go from person to person licking each one. Our kids had lost interest in riding after their old mare, Molly, died a few years ago. Rosie re-sparked their love of riding and today all of them are back in the saddle. Rosie takes great care of them. This beautiful horse has made such a difference in our lives by allowing my children and me to ride safely together again. It’s a true bonding experience for the whole family. We love Rosie and those kind, loving, thankful eyes make us grateful every day she is with us.” ~ Julie Warne

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For more information and easy online signup go to www.nehumanesociety.org/campkindness.

For more information go to “Programs and Events” on the NHS Website at www.nehumanesociety.org, or call 444-7800 ext. 273.

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fiscal cliff: is there anything i can do? with kirk swartzbaugh

In today’s world,

many of us live paycheck to paycheck. Regardless of our income, the majority of the world is just breaking even at different levels. The more we earn, the more we spend on mortgages, education, necessities, and “niceties”….and TAXES! The “fiscal cliff” economists are talking about refers to the spending cuts and tax increases scheduled to take effect in 2013 if Congress does not take action to remove or modify the current plan. In this article, we will only focus on the tax aspects. IF CONGRESS DOES NOTHING, THE FOLLOWING WILL OCCUR: • The top tax rate on Ordinary Income will rise from 35% to almost 44% (almost a 25% increase) • The top tax rate on Capital Gains will rise from 15% to almost 24% (almost a 60% increase) • The top Dividend Tax Rate increases from 15% to almost 44% (almost a 300% increase) • The Estate Tax Exemption drops from $5,000,000 to $1,000,000 and Rate rises from 35% to 55%

FOR MANY OF YOU, THIS IS NOT GOOD NEWS! That being said, there are things you can do personally and corporately to take advantage of the more favorable tax atmosphere during the remainder of 2012 or minimize the impact on your finances in 2013. • To reduce the effect of the increase in the Tax Rate, individuals could contribute as much as they can, to Qualified Plans (i.e. 401(k)s, Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), etc.) to lower your taxable income. Lowering your taxable income will lower your tax liability. Corporations could consider Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation (NQDC) Plans for their highly compensated individuals so the executives/key-employees can defer more than their Qualified Plans allow due to IRS limitations on 401(k), IRA and HSA contributions. The beauty of NQDC plans to employers is that after a few years of executives deferring their own monies, the executive is less likely to leave the company due to the tax consequences. Since NQDC accounts can’t be rolled over, they are paid out as additional ordinary income when they leave the company. • To capitalize on the Capital Gains rate before the change, individuals could consider selling concentrated holdings such as single stocks and/or personally owned businesses in 2012. This may help prevent “having all of your eggs in one basket.” Although diversification does not ensure a profit or protect against loss in a declining market, there will not likely be a better time tax-wise to sell some of the single stock holdings and diversify. And if you are on the fence about selling your business, you will likely net take home a lot more money in 2012 than you will in 2013. • The increase to the Dividend Tax Rate may cause people to re-think the currently popular investment philosophy of chasing dividend-paying stocks. Many people feel chasing trends to be pointless, especially when the stock price on a dividend-paying stock typically fluctuates in sync with the dividend payment (i.e. it is simply returning your money earlier, rather than adding value). Plus, it is taxable, and in 2013, that tax rate may increase significantly. • Last but definitely not least, is the once-in-a-lifetime $5,000,000 Estate Tax Exemption. This means a husband and wife can pass a combined $10,000,000 to their heirs without incurring any Estate Taxes (assuming no claw back or retroactive change in the future). The consensus among the experts on this subject is that few think it will remain at such a high level, so we believe this is a heck of an opportunity.

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IN SUMMARY, even though the “fiscal cliff” is pretty alarming, there are a few things you can do to take advantage of/prepare for it in advance. For more information, please contact your trusted advisor at Swartzbaugh-Farber, Client Centered – Client Advocates™ Securities and Investment Advisory Services offered through M Holdings Securities, Inc., a Registered Bro2er/Dealer and Investment Advisor, member FINRA/SIPC. Swartzbaugh-Farber & Associates, Inc. is independently owned and operated. 17

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KVNO’s award-winning Classical Kids program is made possible with support from the Soener Foundation, in honor of Mary Soener. Each month, KVNO honors the gift of the arts in our youth by recognizing an outstanding student musician, or “Classical Kid.” A panel of local music educators and KVNO staff members choose a youth whose musical efforts exemplify the value and richness of the arts in a young person’s life.

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Thirteen-year-old Ben Franco is July’s Classical Kid and attends St. Stephen the Martyr School. He plays the piano and clarinet. When he was 11 years old, Ben played piano music for two hours during his uncle’s wedding rehearsal dinner, which he describes as “nervous excitement.” His grandparents listen to KVNO all the time and he likes to hear the music he plays on the radio. Thanks to the Soener Foundation, in honor of Mary Belle Soener for their sponsorship of KVNO’s Classical Kids program.

Women in our community are helping end poverty housing. Join the movement by volunteering with Habitat Omaha’s Women Build or text “Habitat” to 25827 to donate. Visit habitatomaha.org to learn more.

KAI JOHNSON AUGUST 2012

KVNO’s August Classical Kid is 13 year-old Kai Johnson. A violinist and oboist, he attends Beveridge Magnet School. He says playing at the Holland Performing Arts Center with a mariachi group was exciting and he is now a member of the group. They have performed at various events in Omaha. Kai also loves to play basketball because of the great exercise. He enjoys listening to KVNO to hear the similarities and differences in the way the performer and he play the piece. Classical 90.7 KVNO thanks the Soener Foundation, honoring Mary Soener, for their ongoing support of Classical Kids.

RYAN PARMENTER SEPTEMBER 2012

Ryan Parmenter is September’s Classical Kid. He is a 14-year-old pianist at Concordia Junior/Senior High School. His most memorable experience was the process of competing in a statewide competition. Ryan enjoys sharing experiences with family and friends. He listens to KVNO because he enjoys the relaxing music and it helps him with his piano techniques. Classical Kids is sponsored by the Soener Foundation in honor of Mary Belle Soener. Classical Kids is sponsored by the Soener Foundation in honor of Mary Belle Soener. For more information, contact Anne Hellbusch at 559-5866, or by email at ahellbusch@mail.unomaha.edu, or visit www.kvno.org. 18

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JAMAjama joslyn art museum assoc. AnnUAL gALA: “CeLebrAting 60 YeArs oF JAMA” The presence of the Joslyn Art Museum Association (affectionately known as JAMA) has no doubt impacted Joslyn Art Museum’s educational mission, art collection, and community spirit. Formerly the Women’s Committee, then the Joslyn Women’s Association, JAMA joins volunteers of uncompromising enthusiasm and interest in the support of art and Joslyn Art Museum. This year’s gala honored them and their commitment. The evening included the opportunity to view works of art purchased with the help of funds raised by JAMA.

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The event was held at Joslyn Art Museum on Friday, June 1st, catered by Abraham Catering, raising $73,000 and was attended by 200 guests. Co-chairs and past JAMA presidents, including Karen Sundell (2007); Jennifer Toebben (2003); Lori Williams (2005/2006); were joined by President Photos by Linda shepard Teresa Meyer, Vice-President of Fundraising Elizabeth Rouse, and committee members Sandra Fossum, Cindy Hansen, Cindy Irvine, Mary Kerr, Marilyn Martin, Dana Meyer, Joani Mullin, Rita Price, Kim Reeves, Amy Rouse, Shelley Siemers, and Jayne Timmerman. Joslyn Art Museum is a major regional resource for the collection, preservation, and interpretation of the visual arts. Dedicated to excellence and celebrating art in all its variety, the Museum maintains a collection of art historical significance, ranging from antiquity to the present, with special emphasis on 19th- and 20th-century European and American art. Through its collection, exhibitions, and education programs, Joslyn Art Museum seeks to foster appreciation and enjoyment of art for the benefit of a diverse audience.

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HAUTE CITY, a one-day experience with two distinct events, transformed Midtown Crossing into a fashionable and interactive hub of pop-up retail and entertainment. Experiential marketing firm, STEP Group, owned by Caroline Moore Hinrichs and Rachel Richards, brought the concept to life in its inaugural year.

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HAUTE CITY Day was set up in the Promenade of Midtown Crossing and amongst the live-in retailers, many local, regional and national brands were present with pop-up shops or mini, temporary booths that engage consumers on a very hands-on level. Active footwear company, Jambu, This one-of-a-kind event brought together lifestyle brands in the areas of entertainment, fitness & wellness, décor & design, culinary and fashion & beauty and with opportunities to sample, savor and shop a variety of products and services.

HAUTE CITY NIGHT’S VIP RUNWAY

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Following the day activities, a VIP runway fashion production, sponsored by Infiniti of Omaha, moved from the rooftop of Midtown Crossing’s Parking Garage A to the 2nd level of the garage, thanks to inclement Omaha weather conditions - but the chic experience still exceeded expectations, with the hands-on support of presenting sponsor, Midtown Crossing. The showstopper was the unique music and live performance art of internationally-renowned Quixotic Fusion who made their Omaha debut at HAUTE CITY. Also, a runway fashion show, curated by Esoteric Velvet, showcased nationally prominent designers (e.g. Rachel Zoe, BCBG/MaxAzria, Mavi Jeans) whose collections are carried in local retail locations including Nouvelle Eve, Garment District, Dillards, Bliss Boutique, Republic of Couture and Christel’s. The evening’s program was emceed by HAUTE CITY Media Partner, WOWT’s own Malorie Maddox. Visit facebook.com/stepgroupinc for complete photo albums from both HAUTE CITY Day and HAUTE CITY Night. Photos courtesy of steP group

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NCHS STAFF RYAN OSBORNE, CATHERINE HUGHES, TRACY FISHER, KATHLEEN AL-MARHOON, KALI JOHNSON, KAREN AUTHIER AND GARY NELSON

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This event raised more than $100,000 for Nebraska Children’s Home Society. Over 22,000 people attended the weekend activities! 20 corporate & community group teams worked with 11 master sand sculptors, and local architects & engineers to build 15-ton sand sculptures. Families enjoyed a weekend filled with fun, child-friendly activities.

MILLARD ROTARY CHUCK SEDERSTROM, GINA MOSTEK, RALPH PALMER AND JOE FISHLER

Friday was the Sand Sculpting CompetitionMAHA and Saturday & Sunday were Family Fun Days. A highlight was on Sunday when the 11 master sand sculptors carved a 60-ton “Under the Sea” themed sculpture (Nebraska Children’s Home Society biggest ever). There was an interactive Kid Zone including: games, face painting, bounce houses, and two GIGANTIC sandboxes.

2ND PLACE – KIEWIT ENGINEERING

NCHS serves through statewide pregnancy, parenting and adoption services, foster care, early childhood education, one-on-one support to teens and young parents, and neighborhoodbased outreach.

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garnering votes from the public for their smartphonethemed sculpture. “It’s tough to win judges’ awards,” Malik said. “Especially for a new team. So we worked as hard as we could to drive traffic down to the event. We had a good base of people to get others down there.” “MYPICTURES/SITC/SCULPTURE.JPG”

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leader of the Walmart team at the Nebraska Children’s Home Society’s 3rd Annual Sand in the City on June 1, knew their best shot at a trophy was to focus on the People’s Choice Award. “This was Walmart’s first year at Sand in the City,” said the Irvington store manager after their win. “We knew this was going to be a learning experience for us.”

With more experienced organizations being favorites for the judged awards, Malik’s team of 19 Irvington Walmart employees and 2 UNO students focused on

The brainchild of assistant manager Brandon Bishop, their sculpture’s theme was, according to Malik, “Current. Timely. Everyone has a smart phone.” The team named the sculpture as one might imagine naming a photo saved on such a phone: MyPictures/SITC/sculpture.jpg. Only 12 people were allowed at a time in the sand plots erected in the Century Link Center parking lot. With twice that many volunteers, Malik was able to avoid exhausting his team. “It’s more labor intensive than you might think,” he said. “It was good that we always had fresh people.” Teammates who were waiting to pack forms still worked on the sidelines organizing tools.

After the sculptures were up, Malik was able to take in the event as a spectator. “You have a different appreciation for something like that after you’ve done it. It was cool to see everyone else’s work.” He added that he expects the Irvington store will get more involved in the event with every passing year. “It’s one of the best team-building experiences we’ve ever done.” Organizations were allowed from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. to assemble their sand structures on June 1. The sculptures remained up through the weekend and were finally torn down on June 4. As a result of the efforts of all the participating organizations, the NCHS reported a record attendance of 22,000 people and around $100,000 in funds raised.

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The Man & Woman of the Year campaign for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is a ten-week campaign to raise funds to help find cures for blood cancers. The campaign involves individuals in the community who agree to utilize their considerable leadership abilities and resources to conduct their own fundraising campaigns to help LLS fund blood cancer research and provide education and support services for patients and their families. The male and female candidates who raise the most monies during the campaign will be awarded the title of Man & Woman of the Year respectively. The announcement was made at the Grand Finale held this year on May 3rd at the Hilton Omaha. Over 350 individuals attended the event at which Tony Sorrentino was named Man of the Year and Kathy Simpson was named Woman of the Year. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is the world’s largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer.

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The event was co-chaired by Jono Bradford ‘95 and Wiff Farrell ‘91. This year the golf committee honored Howard Kutler ‘74, (owner of Nova Fitness Equipment) for his generous contribution to the Central High School Weight Room. Title Sponsor of the Central High School Golf Outing was The Baer Foundation. Central High School, established in 1859, is the oldest, largest and one of the most diverse and competitive high schools in Omaha with a mission to continue a tradition of excellence by emphasizing academic achievement, responsible citizenship, and pride in diversity within a safe and respectful environment. The Central High School Foundation was established to provide support for past, present and future CHS students. Contributions of time, energy and resources are essential to preserve and enhance the timeless values of a Central High School education. For more information visit www.chsfomaha.org.

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The CHS Foundation’s most successful fundraiser of the year took place June 4 on the grounds of Field Club of Omaha. Over 200 alumni, parents, friends, and supporters dusted off their putters for a good cause and raised over $45,000 for Central’s wireless campaign. A banquet and dinner following the outing featured a silent auction and prizes for flight winners and 18 different “hole spotlight” winners, such as longest putt or closest tee shot. In case you sat this year’s outing out, there’s plenty of time to work on your short game in time for next year’s Golf Outing, June 3, 2013, at Field Club of Omaha.

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theselectsix: 25Yearsoftribute women’s center for advancement 25tH tribUte to WoMen The Women’s Center for Advancement’s (WCA) Tribute to Women drew more than 700 attendees to the luncheon at the Ramada Plaza Omaha. The luncheon raised over $170,000 to support WCA programs and services. Tribute to Women, now in its 25th year, celebrates the achievements of Omaha women who have made a significant impact on the community. This year’s honorees were: Ellie Archer, Judge Elizabeth Crnkovich, Beth Dotan, Diane Duren, Cynthia K Gooch, and Anne Thorne Weaver. In honor of the 25th Anniversary, WCA also paid a retrospective tribute to past women leaders in Omaha. Jane Miller, executive vice president and chief operating officer at Gallup served as the event emcee. Dr. Natalia Peart, WCA President & CEO, also spoke at the event. Event Co-chairs were Jane Rogers and Sue Morris. The Women’s Center for Advancement’s (formerly known as the YWCA-Omaha) mission is to help women and their families build lives of strength, growth and self-sufficiency. The Women’s Center for Advancement (WCA) is the only comprehensive

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5,4,3,2,1! oneworld community health centers, inc. CoUntDoWn to CinCo De MaYo Countdown to Cinco de Mayo fundraising event took place on May 3rd at the Historic Livestock Exchange Building north parking lot. Over $20,000 was raised by the Friends of OneWorld Board to benefit OneWorld’s prenatal care program. In 2011, OneWorld cared for 1,171 prenatal patients and 634 babies. Participants celebrated with festive music, beverages and appetizers from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Photos by ariel Fried

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The Literacy Center of Omaha welcomed speaker Lesra Martin for its “Literacy Alive Luncheon,” an event benefiting programs for the Center. Illiterate as a teen, Martin will spoke on the impact of literacy and education, discussing his experiences as an inner city child. Madeline Zornes, a Literacy Center student also shared her very personal story about overcoming illiteracy as an adult. WILLIE LEVYstory AND TROY She shared thatGARRETT, hearingDANIEL Martin’s has MARTIN inspired her to work even harder because she had never met anyone ‘like her’ who had become successful. The Literacy Center has celebrated over 40 years of improving literacy skills in the Midwest. Programs like Adult Basic Education, Pre-GED, English as a Second Language are offered free of charge to students in the Omaha area. Approximately 70,000 residents in Omaha are functionally illiterate; the majority of these are unable to read above an 8th grade level. Offering services to adults regardless of income, the Literacy Center strives to empower families and adults by improving literacy skills and promoting education.

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Nebraska Affiliate Susan G. Komen for the Cure PUttin’ on tHe Pink: a PartY WitH ProMise The event was attended by 200 Komen supporters and grant recipients and included hors d’ouevres, drinks and auction activities. At the event, Komen Nebraska distributed $700,000 in grant funds to organizations providing education, screening and treatment here in Nebraska. The event was held Friday, April 27, 2012, at the Baxter Ford showroom. “The largest award in the Affiliate history reflects the generosity of the people of Nebraska to help address the breast health needs of those in our communities. These grants will help save lives,” said Karen Daneu, Executive Director of the Affiliate. The Komen Nebraska Affiliate is part of the 123-Affiliate network of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the world’s largest and most progressive grassroots network fighting to end breast cancer forever. The Affiliates are the face and voice of Komen for the Cure’s global breast cancer movement in communities around the world. Through local events and activities, the Komen Nebraska Affiliate mobilizes and educates thousands of community members while raising funds to support communitybased breast cancer programs. Photos by andrea Hoig

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topChef food bank for the heartland CelebritY CHeF Food Bank for the Heartland’s 11th annual Celebrity Chef fundraiser presented by ConAgra Foods on February 23rd raised more than $225,000. The event featured Chef Rick Bayless, champion of Bravo’s first season of Top Chef Masters and recipient of multiple James Beard Awards. It drew a crowd of over 900 guests to the Embassy Suites Conference Center in La Vista. Michelle Scott of ConAgra Foods served as the Celebrity Chef event chairperson. Patron partychairs were Melissa Marvin, Kim Reeves and Jayne Timmerman. During the evening’s program, Chef Bayless demonstrated three recipes from his award-winning cookbooks, and these dishes were auctioned.

CHEF RICK BAYLESS, CHAIR MICHELLE SCOTT, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT AND PUBLIC RELATIONS BRIAN BARKS AND EMCEE MATT SCHICK

CHARLIE AND JOANIE SALTER WITH PATTY AND CHRIS KIRCHER

At Celebrity Chef, the Food Bank launched its Text to Give campaign. Guests were invited to text FEED to 501501 and donate $10 to Food Bank for the Heartland. Over $2,000 was raised from the Text to Give campaign that evening. The campaign will run through 2012. Visit www.FoodBankHeartland.org. Photos by Dan Flanigan

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The Notre Dame Sisters’ Annual Celebration of Spirit Dinner was, April 1 at Roncalli Catholic High School. This annual dinner raised funds to support the ministries of the Notre Dame Sisters. The theme of this year’s dinner was “Safe Homes Ministry: Embracing Peace, Rejecting Violence.” Social Hour and Silent Auction was followed by a program and raffle. This year’s program featured the work of the Sisters and their efforts for nonviolence, especially to women and children. The chairs of this year’s dinner were Julie Bea and Dick Pierson. The dinner hosted nearly 300 people and raised $42,000. Each year at this event, the Notre Dame Sisters bestow their highest award, the Mother Qualberta Service Award, on an individual or individuals who exemplify the pioneering, service-oriented and generous spirit of Mother Qualberta who founded the Omaha Province of the Notre Dame Sisters. This year’s recipient was Ann O’Connor, Vice President of Nebraska Community Services, Heartland Family Service. Vist www.notredamesisters.org Photos by Dan Flanigan

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The Mid-America Council honored the people and organizations that help the MidAmerica Council provide an unparalleled program for more youth. Together, we are developing leadership skills and values in Scouts, and building a better future for our communities. The Citizen of the Year luncheon was held at the Scott Conference Center on Wednesday, April 18th. Those honored included Citizen of the Year: Hal Daub, Jr.; Corporate Partner of the Year: The University of Nebraska at Omaha, Dr. John E. Christensen, Chancellor; Boy Scouts of America National Silver Buffalo: Walter Scott, Jr.; Congressional Spirit of America Award: Jack Pape; and the Whitney M. Young Award: Ira Combs. Over 350 guests attended. Presenting sponsor was Kiewit. Lori & David Scott served as event chairs. For more information visit www.mac-bsa.org.

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The Red, White and Blue Centennial Gala celebrated the 100th Anniversary of the Rotary Club of Omaha. It was held on March 1st at the CenturyLink Center. Around 250 Rotarians, families and friends were present. The evening featured a VIP cocktail hour, dinner and entertainment by Billy McGuigan who performed a show entitled “Rockin’ through the Ages” which featured music from the past 100 years. Visit www.omaharotary.com.

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Verdict:Fashion, held on April 19th to raise money for the Omaha Law League Foundation, was a success from Opening Statement by John Carroll the Master of Ceremonies to the “cases” made from casual wear, business wear and evening attire. Metro area stores making fashion statements in this year’s event were: Lindley Clothiers, Christian Nobel, Chocolate Peach, Periwinkles, Pinkywinkles, Etcetera, Nouvelle Eve, Doncaster, Kajomas’, Bliss Boutique, Denim Saloon, Parsow’s, Jerry Ryan Clothing & Sportswear, Skyz Boutique, Carol.Fosse. Contemporary Apparel and She-la. Carol Lehan and Jodie McGill chaired the event. Funds raised by sponsors, ticket sales and the silent auction will support OLL Foundation projects including bus transportation for metro area 4th graders to participate in the courthouse tours, law school student scholarships and renovations for the Appellate Courtroom at the Creighton University Law School. Vist www.omahalawleague.org.

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Stephen Center’s Cruise Away to the Jungle was held March 10th at Champions Run. The orient themed evening featured a silent and live auction, dinner, and dancing to High Heels. The annual event is sponsored by the Stephen Center Guild. Paul and Patty Mendlik were the event’s honorary chairs. Kim and Kurt Burkhalter and Dana and Edward Gonzales were the event co-chairs. Fran Held, long-time volunteer, was honored with the Heart and Soul award this year. Over 300 people attended the event which raised over $95,000 for the Stephen Center. The funds will be used for the Emergency Shelter, the HERO Program which is CARF accredited, state-licensed substance abuse treatment center and the Transitional Living Program. Stephen Center partners with the community, families and individuals to overcome homelessness, addiction and poverty. Stephen Center, Inc. has served the homeless and low-income men, women and children in Omaha since 1984.

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Heros assembled the salvation army D.J.’s Hero aWarDs lUnCHeon The 2012 edition of the D.J.’s Hero Awards luncheon marked a milestone by raising more than $360,000. Nebraska’s Governor and other dignitaries attended again this year. Many of Omaha’s most generous philanthropists also showed up on May 14th. Over the years, 81 high school seniors have received a total of more than $400,000 in academic scholarships. Each Hero had a story of overcoming difficulties in life. This year, the crowd rose as one to give a thunderous ovation to seven young people from cities across Nebraska who received scholarships to help with their college dreams.

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Attendees also came to hear Bob and Lee Woodruff speak. An ABC News correspondent, Bob talked about his experience when he was seriously injured while reporting from Iraq. Lee Woodruff concluded the event by saying: “What makes America so great is that we know how to take care of our own.”

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Henry&Marlee inclusive communities 2012 HUManitarian Dinner This year’s Inclusive Communities Humanitarian Dinner, held Thursday, May 31, at 6:30pm, at the Embassy Suites in La Vista was a night to remember. Academy Award winning actress and activist Marlee Matlin and award winning actor, director, producer and author Henry Winkler were the featured speakers at the event and their story was inspiring to all. There were nearly 700 people that attended, including honorary dignitaries, Senators Ben Nelson, Brad Ashford, Jeremy Nordquist, and Brenda Council, Regents Randy Ferlic and Howard Hawks, Judges Mark Ashford and Lawrence Gendler, Mayor Jim Suttle, Councilman Ben Gray, Retired Chief Alex Hayes, and Acting Chief David Baker. The evening was hosted by Honorary Dinner Chairs, Senator Brad and Ann Ashford. The honorees— selected for their outstanding service to the community and commitment to the Inclusive Communities’ mission—included Humanitarian Award recipients Susan and Michael Lebens and Dr. Stanley and Dorothy Truhlsen. The Otto Swanson Spirit of Service Award was presented to Evelyn “Evie” Adler-Zysman. The Inclusive Communities Volunteer Award recipient was Ronald Moore. “Humanitarian Dinner Honorees are not only chosen and recognized for their many past accomplishments and contributions, but also for the potential they possess to change lives and communities for generations to come,” Angelillo said. Photos courtesy of inclusive Communities

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MARK AND COO OF ALEGENT HEALTH IMMANUEL MEDICAL CENTER ANN SCHUMACHER

The evening was a fundraiser for Immanuel’s Celebration Park – a place where patients, families and guests can reflect and relax. The park will include a sculpture by Matthew Placzek. A total of $105,000 was raised with both live and silent auctions for artwork, trips, sport memorabilia and a 1.25 carat diamond.

LAUREN AND BOARD CHAIR OF THE ALEGENT HEALTH BOARD OF DIRECTORS JOHN HEWITT

JOE AND IMMANUEL CHARITABLE COUNCIL MEMBER JULIE WYNN WITH ALEGENT HEALTH FOUNDATION’S TESSA GIFFORD AND ADAM BARNEY

REPRESENTING IMMANUEL’S PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE: LAVINA ROBINSON, RICHARD A. HACHTEN, II, AND ROBERT FALK

On April 27th, Alegent Health Immanuel Medical Center’s Auxiliary hosted ‘A Night of Celebration – Celebrating 125 Years of Healing’ at the Strategic Air & Space Museum in Ashland.

Immanuel’s past, present and future were honored. Symbolically receiving the Immanuel Award of Hope was: Robert Falk, past board member for Immanuel; Richard A. Hachten, II, president and chief executive officer of Alegent Health and LaVina Robinson, the 2011 recipient of the Barbara K. Goodrich Scholarship.

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2012 DEBUTANTE BALL COMMITTEE BOTTOM ROW: TRACEY JERKOVICH, KATHY MCNAMARA, JOY WATANABE, KAREN GERMAN, KIM LUBECK, CHAIRMAN, AND SANDRA DAVIDSON 2ND ROW: DENISE FITZGERALD, ASSOCIATE CHAIRMAN, ANNE BAXTER, PATTY JANSEN, SHELLEY HOMA, KIM BANAT 3RD ROW: DONNA FOLEY, JULIE FRITZ, BRIGID WILKINENING, ANNE JETTER, KYLE NELSON (NOT PICTURED)

MODELS: JORDAN HAEFFNER, ANNA DAVIDSON, FAITH PUSIC AND MEREDITH MILLER

FRONT ROW: SARAH RUSSELL, LIBBY SLOSBURG, ABBY BRADFORD, MOLLY KROEGER, SYDNEY ARCHER, ALEX PETERSON, KATIE JERRAM, MARY KERRIGAN, JESSICA STROHMYER, ALEX MARASCO ROW 2: ELIJAH BROWN, MARY HOY, HANNA TJADEN, ALYSSA CROUSE, JESSIE KORALESKI, OLIVIA HERSHISER, EMMA BONEBRAKE, LAUREN BOLER, ANNE MARIE KEATING, MACKENZIE MAGID, JESSIE PFLUG, MARA GOLDEN | BACK ROW: CHRISTOPHER DAVIDSON, MICHAEL BURDYNY, ADEEV POTASH, EZRA POTASH, CHRISTOPHER GIITER, DUSTIN KNUTSON, ZACH BARTON, ZACH CROUSE, NICK BURIANEK, ZACH JETTER

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The name Torchlight Ball conveys the idea of “passing the torch”of charitable giving and services to a new generation eager to make a difference in the Omaha community. This year’s Torchlight Ball was held on April 14th at Regency Court, and benefited Completely KIDS. Ticket Express was the Title Sponsor and 250 guests attended the event. Kate Moss, Katie Simpson, Katie Vap served as chairs of this event. All About Omaha is an organization comprised of young professionals in the area who aim to invigorate our community by raising money for local organizations, participating in community service projects and increasing awareness of Omaha’s business, cultural and recreational amenities. Their focus is primarily on Omaha awareness, community involvement and leadership development skills. Vist www.allaboutomaha.org/torchlight.

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Beer tasting, food tasting, and art tasting sponsored in part by HDR, Baird Holm and EG Integrated with tunes by DJ Mello Mic was held on May 4th at the Joslyn Art Museum. This year’s Art On Tap featured Anheuser-Busch beers donated by Quality Brands of Omaha paired with tastings from Cantina Laredo, CRAVE and Blanc Burgers + Bottles. The event welcomed over 150 participants and raised over $8,000.00 to help support educational programming at Joslyn Art Museum. Joslyn Art Museum’s Young Art Patrons (YAP) offers engaging social and educational events for a rising generation of art admirers between the ages of 21 and 40ish. These events emphasize the richness of the Museum’s special exhibitions and collections, provide exposure to a variety of music programs, and feature privileged access to the Museum’s staff and board. Young Art Patrons provides a more involved Museum experience designed to foster a lifelong commitment to the arts. Follow YAP on Facebook and Twitter | @YAPJoslyn.

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Fairlyspeaking fair housing center of ne/ia a toast to Fair HoUsing The Fair Housing Center of NE-IA hosted the “A Toast to Fair Housing” wine tasting and silent auction on April 27, 2012 at DC Centre, to help raise support for the Center. The keynote speaker for the event was Othello Meadows (Executive Director of Seventy-Five North Neighborhood Revitalization Corp). Event Chair was Sen. Brad Ashford and the Emcee was Michael Lyons from NPR radio. The Fair Housing Center of NE & IA also honored Mary Clarkson (Clarkson, Broom and Yamamoto) and Seldin Company. All proceeds from “A Toast to Fair Housing” will be used to help the Center continue to provide quality services to the citizens of Nebraska and Iowa.

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AMY MOWERY, BOB DEAN, OTHELLO MEADOWS III, SEN. BRAD ASHFORD, MARY CLARKSON

visitingChefs visiting nurse association Cooking For vna Visiting Nurse Association hosted its fourth annual “Cooking for VNA” event on Thursday, May 10th at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs. The event raised $13,000 for services to vulnerable moms with infants and young children in Pottawattamie County and Council Bluffs. More than 200 guests sampled Irish, Mexican, French and New Zealand, Italian and Asian fare, as well as favorite dishes from Iowa, America’s heartland prepared by local “celebrity chefs.” Chefs included attorney Doug Struyk, Iowa State Patrol Officer John Hitchcock, philanthropist Barbara Schlott, bicycle charter operator Tamara Pavich, retired nurse and cooking class instructor Elaine and Bob Fenner, and community volunteers Dr. Jose and Caryl Martinez and Dan and Martha Peterson. Orthopaedic surgeons Dr. Huy Trinh and Dr. C. Kent Boese were voted “Top Chefs” by the guests for their sticky coconut chicken and shrimp wrapped with prosciutto.

CHEF CHAIR MARGARITE GOODENOW, CEO JAMES C. SUMMERFELT AND HONORARY CHAIRS MAYOR TOM AND SHIRLEY HANAFAN

The event’s honorary chairs were Mayor Tom and Shirley Hanafan and VNA Board Member Deana Boese. Photos courtesy of vna

goingtheDistance university hospital auxiliary kaleiDosCoPe 2012 Families of cancer patients at The Nebraska Medical Center will have a place to rest, refresh and hold family meetings thanks to funding being provided by the University Hospital Auxiliary’s Kaleidoscope fundraiser, held on March 24th at the La Vista Conference Center. The theme for this year’s event was “Going the Distance…Helping Families Through the Journey.” The annual fundraiser selects a project at The Nebraska Medical Center each year that will have a positive impact on patients and their families. Dr. Wing C. “John” Chan received the 2012 Kaleidoscope Award. This award is presented to an individual who like a kaleidoscope, views the world and its endeavors through a variety of lenses and through their imagination, principles and talents betters our community and world. Chairs of this year’s event were Judy Booth and Cristina Drelicharz. Julie M. Vose, MD, chief of the Oncology/Hematology Division in the Department of Internal Medicine at UNMC served as honorary chair, representing the entire lymphoma team. Visit www.nebraskamed.com. Photo courtesy of the nebraska Medical Center 42

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Movin’onUp national multiple sclerosis society mid america chapter annUal on tHe Move lUnCHeon The Annual On the Move Luncheon, held at the Happy Hollow Country Club on May 1st, got the audience rockin’ with the MS message. David Osmond, singer/songwriter and keynote presenter, made connections with everyone who attended by sharing his own personal journey since being diagnosed with MS in 2006. “I may have MS but MS does not have me,” is a favorite saying of David’s and his father Alan Osmond, the founder of the famed troupe of singing brothers, who also lives with MS. His commitment to raise funds for the MS movement gives him reason to hope there will never be a third generation of Osmonds with MS. Sen. Mike Johanns, 2012 Senator of the Year for the National MS Society, is also making connections for those who live with MS. Senator Johanns was recognized locally at the luncheon for his legislative commitment to enhance and improve lives of those living with a chronic illness or disability and specifically multiple sclerosis. More than 200 attended the event, raising over $25,000 for research and local programs and services. Photos courtesy of Ms society

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MS SOCIETY BOARD PRESIDENT ANNETTE WILES, MS SOCIETY STAFF LINDA HOGREFE, ON THE MOVE CHAIR KATHLEEN POLODNA, KEYNOTE SPEAKER DAVID OSMOND, ON THE MOVE CHAIR KATHY LANGDON, MS SOCIETY BOARD KIM SUCHA AND MS SOCIETY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR KAY JULIAN

ontheboardwalk mount michael benedictine high school annUal nigHt oF knigHts Dinner anD aUCtion The 23rd annual Night of Knights dinner and auction was celebrated on March 24th at Mount Michael Benedictine High School. The theme was Knights on the Boardwalk. Attendees included former alumni, current and past parents, monks, faculty, staff and many, many other friends of Mount Michael. The evening of Knights on the Boardwalk hosted mass in the Mount Michael Benedictine Chapel. Followed by a silent auction, guests mingled and bid on 500+ items while sipping cocktails and nibbling on boardwalk hors d’oeuvres. Guests were led into the Mount Michael gymnasium, where the room was draped in décor to mirror a beautiful ocean side dining experience. Dinner was served by Hap Abraham Catering and then followed by a very successful live auction. Bringing in close to $400,000 each year, the event raises funds to benefit Mount Michael Benedictine High School. On behalf of the monks, faculty and staff, thank you so very much to all of our supporters for helping to make this night a huge success. Visit www.netnebraska.org Photos courtesy of Mount Michael benedictine High school

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NIGHT AT NOSH WINE LOUNGE American Cancer Society Nosh Wine Lounge – 1006 Dodge St. Call 402-393-5801.

STRIKE A CHORD 8 Heartland Family Service Harrah’s Convention Center – Council Bluffs – 6:00 p.m. Visit www.HeartlandFamilyService.org.

OMAHA BOY SCOUTS GOLF INVITATIONAL Boy Scouts Mid-America Council Omaha Country Club – 6900 Country Club Rd. Visit www.mac-bsa.org.

PURSEONALITIES Child Saving Institute Ramada Plaza Convention Center – 72nd & Grover Visit www.childsaving.org.

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BROADWAY BALL 2012: TOGETHER WE SHINE Omaha Performing Arts Holland Performing Arts Center – 1200 Douglas St. – 6:00 p.m. Call 402-661-8454.

July 12-13 LINKS TO A CURE NEBRASKA Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Hilton Omaha and Quarry Oaks Golf Course in Ashland Visit www.linkstoacure.com.

July 22 FEATURE IV Film Streams’ Ruth Sokolof Theater Holland Performing Arts Center – 1200 Douglas St. – 6:30 p.m. Visit www.filmstreams.org.

august 11 JDRF WALK TO CURE DIABETES JDRF Lewis & Clark Landing – 515 North Riverfront Drive – 9:00 a.m. Visit www.walk.jdrf.org.

august 16-25 5TH ANNUAL MUSICAL REVUE GALA AND EVENT Children’s Respite Care Center Mutual of Omaha Auditorium – 34th & Dodge St. Visit www.crccomaha.org.

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JOSLYN CASTLE CLASSIC WEEKEND Joslyn Castle Trust Joslyn Castle – 3902 Davenport St. Visit www.joslyncastlecarclassic.com.

DANCE FOR A CHANCE Youth Emergency Services Skutt Catholic High School – 3 131 S. 156th St. – 6:30 p.m. Visit www.yesomaha.org.

OMAHA FASHION WEEK KANEKO – 1111 Jones St.

august 23 PASSPORT TO THE CURE American Cancer Society Field Club of Omaha – 3615 Woolworth Ave. Call 402-393-5801.

august 27 GREAT FRIENDS TO KIDS LUNCHEON Omaha Children’s Museum Omaha Children’s Museum – 500 S. 20th St. – 12:00 p.m. Visit www.ocm.org.

In conversation with Academy Award-winning director Alexander Payne. Honorary Chair: Susie Buffett Sunday, July 22, 2012 Holland Performing Arts Center Tickets on sale at filmstreams.org or call (402) 933-0259 ext. 13. FEATURE PARTNERS DESIGN PARTNER

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September 7 AN EVENING AT THE FAIR Quality Living, Inc. CenturyLink Center – 455 N. 10th St. – 6:00 p.m. Visit http://QLIFair.EventBrite.com.

September 8 WALKRITE FOR RITECARE RiteCare Clinic at UNMC Monroe-Meyer Institute Zorinsky Lake – 156th & F St. – 9:30 a.m. Visit www.walk-rite.org.

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BREW HAHA Habitat for Humanity of Omaha Stinson Park at Aksarben Village – 67th & Center St. Visit www.habitatomaha.org.

GO RED FOR WOMEN EXPO American Heart Association Embassy Suites La Vista – 12520 Westport Pkwy. – 4:30 p.m. Visit heart.org/omaha.

THE JASON AWARDS Children’s Square USA Mid-America Center – Council Bluffs – 6:00 p.m. Visit www.childrenssquare.org.

WISHBONE 2012 Kent Bellows Studio Omar Baking Company – 4383 Nicholas St. Call 402-312-6238.

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BIG RED TAILGATE Completely KIDS Ramada Plaza Hotel – 3321 S. 72nd St. Visit www.completelykids.org.

EXPRESSIONS OF HOPE GALA Hope Center for Kids Embassy Suites La Vista – 12520 Westport Pkwy. – 6:00 p.m. Visit www.hopecenterforkids.com.

TOGETHER’S ANNUAL LUNCHEON AND AWARDS EVENT Together Inc. of Metropolitan Omaha Omaha – 11:30 a.m. Visit www.TogetherOmaha.org.

116TH CORONATION AND SCHOLARSHIP BALL Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben Foundation CenturyLink Center – 455 N. 10th St. – 5:30 p.m. Call 402-554-9600 x106.

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SPOTLIGHT GALA Voices for Children in Nebraska Embassy Suites La Vista – 12520 Westport Pkwy. – 5:30 p.m. Visit www.voicesforchildren.com.

September 16 FAITH IN ACTION 120TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Hosted by Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska Embassy Suites La Vista – 12520 Westport Pkwy. – 3:30 p.m. Visit www.lfsneb.org.

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PURPLE RIBBON AUCTION 4-H Youth Scholarships and Stock Show Junior Ballroom, Century Link Center – 455 N. 10th St. – 6:00 p.m. Visit www.rivercityrodeo.com.

SOIREE 2012 National Safety Council Nebraska Embassy Suites La Vista – 12520 Westport Pkwy. – 6:00 p.m. Visit www.safenebraska.org.

FRIENDS OF SCOTTISH RITE DINNER AND AUCTION Scottish Rite Fdtn. of Omaha Scottish Rite Masonic Center – 202 S. 20th St. – 6:00 p.m. Visit www.friendsofscottishrite.org.

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AMBASSADOR OF HOPE GALA UNMC Eppley Cancer Center Omaha Visit www.unmc.edu/cancercenter.

HOMEGROWN Nebraska Children’s Home Society Location – address – 5:00 p.m. Visit www.homegrownomaha.org.

WOMEN’S FUND ANNUAL FALL LUNCHEON Women’s Fund of Omaha Visit www.omahawomensfund.org.

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july horoscopes July starts with a bang as our Sun (spirit) gets a glare from Pluto (transform), a jolt from Uranus (unpredictability) and a nice little smile from Chiron (healing wounds). You can expect some people to act a little out of character, but there will be an opportunity to heal from old hurts. The 4th of July is one day after a strong Capricorn Full Moon calling us all to take a stand for what we believe in… READ MORE NOW ONLINE!

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Omaha Go Red For Women® Expo Tuesday, Sept. 18 4:30 – 8 pm For more information: Omaha@heart.org or 402-346-0771

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CANCER-Your birth month is always a happy space and this month you also get a New Moon in Cancer on the 19th! This means that whatever you would like to have differently in your life now is the time to plant the seeds for it. Be cautious with your sweetie around the 4th, there could be some emotional displays of a very profound nature. Your dreams have been pretty stimulating lately, be sure to write them down for any messages… READ MORE NOW ONLINE! Read your full horoscope from Sue online NOW at SpiritofOmaha.com!

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