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It’s not very often that you get to share a special honor with someone you love. I guess you could say I am one of the lucky few. On September 27th my father and I officially got our “Face on the Barroom Floor” at the Omaha Press Club. It was an amazing evening and was celebrated with many friends and family in attendance. I would like to thank emcee Mary Maxwell, who did an outstanding job and did not disappoint along with Morning Blend co-hosts Mike Digiacomo and Mary Nelson who served as roasters yet very gently pointed out a few of my “short comings.” It is also important for me to recognize and thank Rob Killmer, who – for the past decade – has been instrumental in helping us advance, filling many roles at ALH Publications, while greatly enhancing the appearance and integrity of our content and media. Our team allows us to shine a light on Omaha’s non profit community and bring awareness to all of their important works. We look forward to serving the Omaha Metro for years to come.

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dynamic THE FACE on the Barroom Floor has Featured Brothers (simons). husBands and wives (Five sets). Fathers and sons (the lee terrys and Jack diesings). But never in the 41-year history oF the “Face” have a Father and daughter Been spotlighted together. until now. Evening of Firsts publishers Bob hoig and andrea hoig became “Faces on the Barroom Floor” on thursday, sept. 27. engaged to roast the duo were humorist mary maxwell, who served as emcee, financier and author george morgan, stuart chittenden and mike digiacomo and mary nelson from kmtv's “morning Blend” show. BOB HOIG AND DAUGHTER ANDREA “ANDEE” HOIG

Bob Hoig is publisher of the weekly Midlands Business Journal, which he founded in 1975. in 1996, he launched the twice-monthly lincoln Business Journal. the veteran journalist, who will mark his 80th birthday on sept. 11, began his journalism career in 1957 when he accidentally wandered into the new york daily news lobby and scored a job as a copy boy. over the next 20 years, he held reporting jobs at the new york daily news, miami news, lincoln Journalstar and omaha world-herald. he became editor of the douglas county gazette and was managing editor of the omaha sun. after being assigned to omaha by united press international (upi), he chose to stay in omaha rather than return to new york.

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this year Bob was inducted into the omaha Business hall of Fame and honored as “omahan of the year” by the suburban rotary club.

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VINTAGE MAXWELL: Andrea “Andee” Hoig was the editor of what she would eventually upgrade into metroMAGAZINE when she purchased the existing publication (at the time known as metro monthly) from her father in 1996 with the dream of transforming it into a vital component of the omaha philanthropic community.

“this a landmark event for the press club – a father and daughter for the first time. well, you know what they say, ‘a son is a son ‘til he takes him a wife. a daughter’s a daughter for all of her life.’ which probably explains the t-shirt that bob often wears that says, ‘you don’t scare me, i have a daughter.’” “as you have read, Bob hoig broke into journalism by accidently stumbling into the lobby of the new york daily news building and getting a job as a copy boy. seriously? he hadn’t noticed the 10 ft letters on the facade that said, the news, or the marqee over the entrance that said, ‘the news Building.’”

as publisher, she has also introduced “the event Book,” a resource guide to charity events and nonprofit giving guide. she created ahl publications inc., expanding products and publications offered, and created the “Big event,” an annual academy award“Bob hoig returned to the sport of tennis when he was style evening recognizing efforts of those involved in 60, took up flying at 70 and is a very dapper dresser. successful events. she started the weekly interview you will notice that he is wearing his dressiest tennis radio show “metroconnections: spirit of omaha.” shoes tonight. andee has rappelled down the andee hoig launched a Weekly Insider e-newsletter woodmen tower, died her hair an unfortunate red and entered a race wearing high heels all in the name for charity events, and is a weekly guest for of support for local charities and charitable projects. metroMAGAZINE’S Weekly Insider segment on the apple doesn’t fall far from the family tree.” kmtv’s “the morning Blend” and appears weekly on 101.9 with dave wingert. in recent years ms. “Bob is pretty conservative. andee is not. she hoig has also launched a full featured website: spiritofomaha.com, which supports her company’s doesn’t even read his editorials. well, neither does warren Buffett. some people argue that Bob is so mission of promoting nonprofits and philanthropy. conservative he doesn’t even make left turns when in 2011 andrea launched a unique local guide, “101 things to love about the greater omaha metro” he’s driving. Bob’s reply is, that’s not true, we have a registered democrat right in our own family. of and keeping in line with her passion for animals, course, we don’t let him vote, or drive.” “pet & animal enthusiast magazine.”

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HORAN’S NOTES: “here they are – publishers Bob and andrea hoig. Father-daughter dynamic duo. andee is dressed for a black-tie affair, wearing a lot of bling; and holding her trusty olympus camera. in the background is a crowd of elite party people, ready to appear on the pages of metromagazine. the beautiful couple on the cover includes a guy who looks a lot like James Bond. no reason. i’ve just always wanted to draw James Bond. the sean connery version. i asked andee about what she’d like to see and she kept sending me photos of her cats. notice that the orange cat looks a lot like garfield from the comic strip. he could be making a star appearance for [one of] andee’s favorite [charities], the nebraska humane society. Bob is making an air mail delivery of the midlands and lincoln Business Journals from his beautiful cessna 182 skylane. headlines on the newspapers Bob is delivering from above are “Business is good” and “warren Buffett, man or myth.” caricatures of some of the famous people Bob has interviewed flutter below the plane. presidents Ford, reagan, nixon and lBJ and also edmund hillary, the first man to climb mount everest. i wrote only hillary on the drawing. i hope no one thinks this is an incredibly bad drawing of hillary clinton. one of andee’s cats is peeking over a newsstand featuring some of the newspapers where Bob has worked. that’s the publishing hoigs, the press club’s newest Faces on the Barroom Floor.”

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out oF Food and entertainment, there are Few Better decisions than enJoying a themed dinner during an iron cheF competition. while three local chefs battled it out on stage, guests at shine the Fork sipped moonshine (Jim Beam and LARRY ANDwhile LOIS HARTMANN WITH salad, TERI AND TED QUICK honeyVOORHEES tea bourbon) sampling rocket beef tenderloin, and mojito lime tarts. “we’re all professionals at this,” said lisa tooker, vice president of the greater omaha chapter of the national association of catering executives. “we should be able to put on a fantastic event!” Caterers Shine At The Fork what started out five years ago as a fundraiser in conjunction with the chapter’s 50th anniversary has become an annual opportunity for members to strut their stuff to the tune of a particular theme. in years past, competitors have faced each other at such events as the golden Fork (with champagne as the secret ingredient of the iron chef), Fork in paradise (Jamaican ackee), and rock the Fork (varieties of salt). on June 5th, event coordinators, rental companies, and of course, catering chefs used their industry skills in a tablescape competition following the moonshine theme and an iron chef challenge with barley malt syrup as this year’s secret ingredient.

HARROLD AND DIEHL: Shining Above kimbler harrold, chef d’cuisine at the hilton omaha, competed against nathan newhouse of attitude on Food and richard miller of embassy suites la vista and captured the iron chef award for his first time. after an appetizer of smoked shrimp and an entrée of a beef tenderloin duo, harrold pulled off a dessert with what he called wow factor. “i used to be a pastry chef,” he said. “i know how to do things on a rangetop that most people think have to be done in an oven. i think they were a little impressed with that.” his duo of chocolate torte with barley malt syrup whipped cream and cinnamon bread pudding was designed to be something more elegant than a typical chef’s stovetop dessert and yet still satisfy the competition’s requirement that dishes be repeatable for 500 people. RUTH ANN AND RON POPP BOB HOIG

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that’s why the whole notion of finding the right college for the student enters the conversation much earlier here. through Brownell-talbot’s oneof-a-kind college counseling program, students are guided to the big picture of how their choices now affect their college – and life – plans later. students begin with a required class called educational Planning in eighth grade. the key objectives of the course are to identify the factors colleges consider in granting admission and to assist students in setting challenging goals and making careful plans regarding their academic and extracurricular programs in grades nine through 12. then Brownell-talbot gives students opportunities to explore their strengths, investigate college options, and develop their admissions essays. the college counseling classes cover a broad range of topics and life skills that benefit students long past the moment they submit their admissions applications. skills such as interviewing, time management, and financial planning are strengthened and developed throughout the curriculum. stacey evert, director of college counseling, states that the goal is to SPECIAL EDITION: BROWNELL-TALBOT SCHOOL

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she and her husband Bob have since seen four of their six children graduate from the school, including sons Patrick, daniel, and corey, and most recently, only daughter molly. karen’s youngest son, dylan, is a sophomore slated to graduate with the class of 2015. “the Brownell-talbot environment allows children to grow as well-rounded individuals, nurturing them academically, physically, and spiritually, “ she said. “the fact that the class sizes are small allows the faculty to get to know each of the students as individuals and to work with a student’s abilities and interests to foster their success. the faculty encourage each student to strive to do their best in all that they do, whether it be in the classroom or in extracurricular activities. KAREN THOMPSON BURKLEY, CLASS OF 1974 DAUGHTER MOLLY BURKLEY, CLASS OF 2012

this encouragement fosters in each student a self-awareness and desire to be successful, not only while they are students at Brownell-talbot, but when they go on in their educational endeavors and beyond.” the Burkley children have a multigenerational tie to Brownell-talbot school. their maternal greatgrandmother, helen smith thompson, 1910, attended what was then the allgirls boarding school Brownell hall. their maternal grandmother, mary mcfayden thompson, 1948, also attended Brownell hall. aunt, katharyn thompson wyckoff, is a 1973 alum.

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KAREN THOMPSON BURKLEY attended BrOwnell-talBOt frOm nursery schOOl thrOugh grade 12.

~ KAREN THOMPSON BURKLEY Alumnus

NEW PARENTS APPRECIATE PERSONAL ATTENTION AND OPPORTUNITIES

FOR JAMES AND LAURA FOXALL, One day Of shadOwing at BrOwnell-talBOt schOOl last sPring was all it tOOk fOr them and their children ethan and tess tO Be excited aBOut middle and uPPer schOOl.

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the foxalls were looking for an alternative to their previous school experience where they felt their children weren’t challenged or exposed to project-based learning opportunities that would impart the knowledge and skills needed for the future. “Our kids are happy and engaged, and they are learning at an entirely new level. they are not distracted by cliques, excessive ‘drama,’ or other non-learning issues that they encountered elsewhere,” said James. “they go on field trips, participate in interactive labs, and because so much is expected of them, they work hard and are living up to a higher standard.”

“it’s so much more than the academic focus at Brownell-talbot,” added laura. “Our daughter has come alive here. she has made new friends and is surrounded by peers who seek to do as well as she does. Our son used to hate going to school. today he is the first one in the car. he even carries himself differently and talks about becoming a doctor. he’s looking ahead at a path that goes beyond high school.” the foxalls relayed that they expect a lot from Brownell-talbot as well. “we want our children to be academically prepared to go to college and into careers that provide them with selffulfillment and financial stability. we want them exposed to different thoughts, ideas, cultures, and religions, and we want them to learn to appreciate diversity while being happy and confident in who they are,” relayed James. “Brownell-talbot shows our children that it is a good thing to be smart, work hard, and succeed.”

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STUDENTS GROW WITH OPPORTUNITY TO TAP INTO TALENTS

EXTRACURRICULAR academically, classes at Brownelltalbot school are smaller and varied so students can feed an interest in a subject to see if it may be a topic to pursue in greater depth in college. from an extracurricular perspective, students who attend Brownell-talbot can participate in a variety of activities at the same time, allowing them to explore and develop their talents and abilities. this is where students play varsity level football, tennis, golf, volleyball, and more. this is where students participate in top speech and robotics teams. the Brownell-talbot “yakking raiders” have won six consecutive state championships from 2007 to 2012, plus they are nine-time district champions and have won more than 10 conference championships. Brownell-talbot’s raider robotics team earned runner-up in the nebraska state robotics tournament before traveling to california last spring to compete in the vex robotics world championships.

for the students, however, the thrill isn’t just in winning awards. it’s about being part of a team and having the chance to participate in a club, activity or sport that they may not have had the chance to do at a larger school. “at Brownell-talbot school we seek to educate the whole child,” said head of school sylvia rodríguez vargas, Ph.d. “academics is our primary focus, but the academics, and the students, are ‘rounded out’ with the experiences that come from leading a committee, holding an office in a club, or having a part in the play or a key position on a team. these are the social and emotional learning playing fields that help students tap into their strengths, learn collaboration skills, tolerance, and more.” dr. rodríguez vargas noted that in addition to sports, speech, and robotics, the school offers vocal music starting in preschool and strings and band classes beginning in fifth grade. Brownelltalbot’s one-of-a-kind band curriculum focuses on training students to be jazz combo musicians rather than concert band musicians. this non-traditional approach is particularly beneficial for small classes and allows for individual attention. “Our proudest moments are in helping students find their voices – singing and otherwise,” she added.

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omaha writer leo adam biga takes the measure of alexander payne in a new book

biobybiga long admired leo biga’s journalism “andi’ve prose portraiture for its honesty, thoughtfulness, and accuracy. on a personal note, throughout many years of being interviewed, i find mr. biga’s articles about me to be the most complete and perceptive of any journalist’s anywhere. they ring true to me – even in critique – in a way that reveals the depth of his talent in observation, understanding, and expression.

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~ ALEXANDER PAYNE

with interest in AlexAnder PAyne At An All-time high veterAn OmAhA AuthOr-jOurnAlist-blOgger leO AdAm bigA hAs PArlAyed his yeArs dOcumenting the filmmAker in A new bOOk releAsed this fAll. “Alexander Payne: his journey in film – A reporter’s Perspective 1998-2012” is a compilation of the many newspaper and magazine stories biga’s written about the two-time Oscar winner over the course of a decadeand-a-half. the independent project is published through Concierge Marketing of Omaha and biga’s own Inside Stories.the book, retailing at $19.95, is available through AlexanderPaynethebook.com, as well as leoadambiga.wordpress.com, Amazon.com and in select bookstores.

After a decade of shooting features away from his native nebraska, Payne is back to make his longawaited father-son road picture, nebraska. Anticipation for the project is keen after the universal success of his the descendants. biga plans to be embedded with the nebraska production this fall. closely following Payne’s work has been a hallmark and highlight of biga’s career. long before he arrived as a world-renowned filmmaker biga spotted Payne’s talent, even screening his thesis project, the Passion of martin, at a local art cinema. by the time Payne completed citizen ruth and prepped election biga made the filmmaker a special focus of his journalism. feeling a rapport and trust, Payne granted biga exclusive access to his creative process, including a week-long visit to the set of sideways. conducting dozens of interviews with the writer-director, making 16

an extended visit to one of his sets, talking to his collaborators, and charting his artistic development have given biga an intimate vantage point to consider Payne. his coverage of the two-time Oscarwinner has produced a body of work about him unmatched anywhere. now that the artist has moved from emerging to established cinema force through a succession of ever more critically acclaimed and popular projects – About schmidt, sideways, and the descendants – biga’s collected years of reporting into this book to give readers a full appreciation for the arc of the filmmaker’s career. go behind-the-scenes to glimpse privileged aspects of Payne at work and in private moments. the book includes biga’s analysis of Payne’s work, the filmmaker’s own words, and insights from some of the writer-director’s key collaborators. Alexander Payne: his journey in film A reporter’s Perspective 1998-2012 is the first comprehensive treatment of the artist in any medium. the fact that nebraska’s best-known contribution to cinema is the subject of a book by a fellow nebraskan is appropriate given that four of Payne’s six feature films have nebraska settings and that he feels so deeply about this place. biga, a university of nebraska at Omaha journalism graduate and a freelance contributor to many nebraska publications, has a number of book events planned throughout the fall. his popular blog, leoadambiga.wordpress.com, is a showcase of his work. updates about his book talks and signings as well as his other projects can be found there.

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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.

by Peter Sinn Nachtrieb

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.

KYLE BURKE OCTOBER 2012

THE END IS COMING. DO YOU HAVE DATE?

OCT. 19–NOV. 18, 2012 October’s Classical Kid is 12-year-old Kyle Burke, who was is a student at Central Middle School. He plays the piano and violin. Kyle enjoys playing at farmers’ markets. He is also a runner because it makes him feel good. He listens to KVNO so he can hear classical music. KVNO thanks the Soener Foundation, honoring Mary Belle Soener for their support of Classical Kids.

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DANIEL FU NOVEMBER 2012

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Millard North Middle School student Daniel Fu is the November Classical Kid. A 12-year-old, he plays the piano and e-flat alto saxophone. Daniel recalls his first piano recital when he was seven years old and was so nervous he was “shaking like a Chihuahua.” He also loves to play basketball because it keeps him healthy and fit. Daniel listens to KVNO to learn how to express musical dynamics and good intonation. KVNO is grateful to the Soener Foundation, honoring Mary Soener for their ongoing support of Classical Kids.

An evening of shopping, cocktails, dinner and laughs.

Thursday, January 31, 2013 Mutual of Omaha Dome 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Featuring comedienne Karith Foster,

EMILY WEISS DECEMBER 2012

America’s Girlfriend Emily Weiss is December’s Classical Kid. She is 9 years old, attends Brownell-Talbot School and plays the piano. Emily says she was very nervous during her first recital at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. In addition to music, she loves to read because she can imagine being in different places. Asked why she likes KVNO, Emily says she likes learning about composers and listening to great music. Classical Kids is made possible by the Soener Foundation in honor of Mary 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.

Cost: $75 per person ($45 is tax deductible) or $50 for those under age 30 ($20 is tax deductible)

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fontenelle forest

centennial

ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF WINDS IN THE TREES omaha’s fontenelle forest announces its two year centennial celebration

honorary trustees, NEW PERMANENT EXHIBITS, NEW LOGOS, AND NEW EDUCATIONAL NATURECENTER ARE AMONG THE HIGHLIGHTS TO LOOK FORWARD TO AS FONTENELLE FOREST CELEBRATES ITS TWO YEAR CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION. On Thursday, September 13, 2012 Fontenelle Forest held a press conference at Fontenelle Forest Nature Center to announce their two year Centennial Celebration. Bellevue Mayor, Rita Sanders, Fontenelle Forest Executive Director, Laura Shiffermiller, and Honorary Trustee Chairs Gerry Morrow Lauritzen and George Haddix were among the speakers. Founded in 1913 to preserve lands along the Missouri River in Eastern Nebraska, Fontenelle Forest currently owns and manages two nature centers, Fontenelle Forest Nature Center in Bellevue, Nebraska and Neale Woods in Omaha, Nebraska. The Forest is listed as a National Natural Landmark with the U.S. Department of Interior, an Important Bird Area (IBA) by the National Audubon Society, and an historic district on the National Register of Historic Places.

Executive Director Laura Shiffermiller stated, “As we prepare to launch the Fontenelle Forest Centennial celebration, I am reminded that we are newcomers to this land, just a small part of a continuum that dates back millenniums. As the present-day caretakers of Fontenelle Forest, it is a daunting responsibility that we hold in our hands. We must sustain this ancient land and inspire people to care for the natural world. In this way, our work links the past with the future and assures the continued existence of this remarkable place.” An important part of the Centennial for Fontenelle Forest was re-branding of the organization. Omaha ad agency, The New BLK, was hired to design a logo that met the following criteria: a powerful visual image that embodies the natural quality of the Forest; arouse a sense of discovery; and adaptable to the many entities and activities that are under the umbrella of Fontenelle Forest. Dubbed the Rorschach, the logo invites the viewer to ‘discover’ the image on their own due to the abstract design which combines an animal with a Bur Oak leaf. “The New BLK has created a living, breathing logo that is at once iconic and fresh,” said Brad A. Watkins, Director of Communications at Fontenelle Forest, “As we grow and expand we can easily adapt it throughout our future.”

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In addition to the release of the new logo, a new micro internet site will debut on October 1, 2012 called fontenelle100.org. Stories, videos, and written reflections are being collected to share just how special and unique Fontenelle is. “Fontenelle has touched many lives, including school children coming to our curriculum programs, volunteers who care take and teach about the Forest, and older adults who enjoy our Seniors Understanding Nature lectures,” Watkins expressed, “Our goal is to have a rotating list of 100 stories that celebrate all aspects of what the Forest means to the community.”

The current Neale Woods Nature Center, a former private home, will be replaced with a new state-ofthe-art facility for visitation and education. Classrooms, exhibition space, live animal displays, outdoor interpretive elements, parking, and wayfinding will be part of the new center. Fontenelle will use LEED principals for sustainability in areas of sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental quality. Altus Architectural Studios of Omaha has been contracted to assist in the design of this new facility. Construction for the new Neale Woods Education and Visitor Center will begin summer of 2013 with a planned opening in October of 2014.

Fontenelle Forest also outlined plans taking place over the course of the two-year Centennial Celebration. In the fall of 2013, a family exhibit will make its appearance at Fontenelle Forest Nature Center along Fontenelle also announced the establishment of the the mile-long river view boardwalk. “The name of the Fontenelle Forest Honorary Trustees. The founders of exhibit will be officially announced in January of 2013,” this group are George Haddix and Gerry Lauritzen who stated Watkins, “all I can say at this time is that it is a introduced the other charter members: Mogens Bay, traveling exhibit that will be making its Omaha Howard L. and Rhonda A. Hawks, Bruce Lauritzen, premiere here.” Fontenelle is also working on Marilyn Mammel, Michael R. and Nancy A. McCarthy, designing a world premiere exhibit for the fall of 2014 Thomas F. and Cynthia C. McGowan, and Ann Stinson. with a New York City based designer. “The 2014 “Just like the founders of this organization 100 years exhibit will focus specifically on our natural resource, ago, our Honorary Trustees are leaders in the the Forest, and encourage visitors to view it as they community who have come together to ensure the never have before,”Watkins continued. A Platinum strength and solidity of Fontenelle Forest as we enter Jubilee will be held at Fontenelle Forest Nature Center our second hundred years. Their advocacy and in January of 2014. The Fontenelle Forest Guild will financial backing will help us do our work, fulfill our host their annual Feather Our Nest galas in April of mission, and achieve our vision” said Gerry Lauritzen. 2013 and 2014. Shiffermiller said, “Fontenelle Forest has always been The two nature centers owned by Fontenelle Forest known for its expert conservation, exceptional will also be seeing change as Fontenelle seeks to environmental education, and as amazing natural place improve the physical quality of each. Opened in 2000, to visit. This ongoing work is now enhanced by our reFontenelle Forest Nature Center in Bellevue, sees the focused mission statement, our new vision statement, majority of the over 80,000 annual visitors who visit our new look, and the support of our community. For Fontenelle. Plans for the Center include renovating the our Centennial, we will celebrate the past, take pleasure permanent exhibits; adding two stations to Acorn in the present, and prepare for the future.” Acres, an outdoor playscape for children that currently has nine activity areas; reconfiguring the interior of the Information about all the Centennial plans will be on center to enhance the visitor experience; updating fontenelleforest.org as details become available. signage at the center and the trails surrounding it; and m creating an authentic replica of a Nebraska Phase Indian earth lodge.

about fontenelle forest Fontenelle Forest’s mission is to provide a place where people can experience and enjoy the quiet wild of nature. We want to inspire current and future generations to care for the natural world. Fontenelle Nature Association is one of Nebraska's oldest conservation organizations and one of the largest private nature centers in the nation. With Fontenelle Forest Nature Center in Bellevue and Neale Woods in Omaha, FNA encompasses nearly 2,000 acres of forest, prairie, and wetlands along the Missouri River. One day membership after September 30 is $7/Adults, $6/Seniors, and $5 ages 2-11. To learn more about the exhibit, Fontenelle Forest, or to become a member, go to www.fontenelleforest.org.

100 YEARS OF TWEETS in our backyard.

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Look Who’s Sheltering Shelter Pets

Save the Date Purses 4 Paws Thursday November 8 This fabulous girls night out includes tasty appetizers and wine as you peruse a silent auction of designer purses, scarves and accessories. This year’s Purses 4 Paws will be at Regency Fashion Court on November 8th, 2012, from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Come and enjoy socializing with friends as you pick up beautiful bags and baubles. Best of all, it’s guilt free shopping! All proceeds benefit the Nebraska Humane Society.

Bone Jour Dog Daycare Give Fido a Great Holiday Omaha’s original Dog Daycare offers day play, overnight boarding and grooming too! Don’t leave Fido’s holiday plans until the last minute. If you’re traveling, why not have him stay at the place he already knows and loves. Or if you need a day or two to get holiday shopping done, our dog daycare is the perfect answer. Need a doggie trim to impress company? Our groomers are experienced (and they do cats too!). Make it an easy holiday with Bone Jour. Call (402) 5712273 for daycare and boarding, or (402) 571-8200 for grooming. www.Bonejour.org.

Joan Kaiman and Molly with grandson Noah Hale

Joan Kaiman Molly Kaiman is a little dog with a big personality. “She loves everyone and expects everyone to love her,” explains her proud owner Joan,” she is so confident.” That’s quite a turnaround from the worried little stray that came in to NHS. “She was apparently putting on a tough act when she arrived, growling and not happy with anything new.” Not so now. Molly has blossomed into a delightful companion who loves her owner and gives her no trouble. “She tells me when she needs to go out, and she kennels herself when I go out.” The stars aligned on the adoption. Joan was actually inside the shelter with her grandson Noah, waiting to meet a different dog, when her long-time friend, Judie Olson, called her. “She couldn’t believe we were at the shelter,” laughs Joan, “but said she knew of the perfect dog.” Molly met Joan and the connection was instant. Today, the two are best friends. “People say I saved her,” confides Joan, “but she really saved me.”

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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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CHILDREN’S RESPITE CARE CENTER MUSICAL REVUE

HEARTS UNITED FOR ANIMALS LAKESIDE BUFFET PAWTY

QLI (QUALITY LIVING. INC.) AN EVENING AT THE FAIR

VOICES FOR CHILDREN IN NEBRASKA SPOTLIGHT GALA

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA 42ND ANNUAL GOLF INVITATIONAL

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ELISA ILANA FASHION’S NIGHT OUT

SILICON PRAIRIE NEWS SILICON PRAIRIE AWARDS

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KKINI SWIMWEAR DESIGNER, MICHAELA CAWLEY (CENTER), POSES WITH TWO MODELS

AN ELISA ILANA MODEL GETS READY FOR HER CLOSE-UP

LUXURY JEWELRY FROM THE SHOWROOM

LAURIE LANGDON (CENTER, WHITE JACKET), FLANKED BY FASHION'S NIGHT OUT MODELS

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the greater omaha nace chapter “hit the still” for its 5th annual “shine the fork” event

catwalk, inc. OMAHA FASHION WEEK PROVIDES

a professional platform to showcase the work of regional independent fashion designers on a bi-annual basis. Going on its fifth year, Omaha Fashion Week has become the Midwest’s largest fashion event, surpassing Minneapolis, Denver, Kansas City and St. Louis in terms of audience size and the number of independent designers who are served. Part Show-Part Incubator Organizers have always regarded Omaha Fashion Week as part show, part incubator – helping the designers produce and market their work, and ensuring that they have the chance to participate in professional show at no cost. Working year-round While the public sees these events twice a year, contributors work year-round (and sometimes round the clock!) with selected designers as they prepare to debut their collections. That work involves building and strengthening the fashion ecosystem in the Midwest to better facilitate relationships between designers, models,photographers, stylists and the press. The Fashion Institute Midwest is a great partner in building this ecosystem and OFW is proud to support this new non-profit. Organizers often hear, ”Wow – I can’t believe this is happening in Omaha!” and they respond, “Why not?” Omaha Fashion Week is about making the dreams of creative people come true – turning their “I can’t” into a “Why not?” Nothing pleases those responsible more than seeing a designer grow in his or her confidence as an entrepreneur and push the envelop on creativity. On August 20-25, shows were held at KANEKO located at 1111 Jones St. in Omaha’s Downtown Old Market District. The Saturday Finale was held outside underneath a tent set up (due to rain) on 10th and Jones St. Doors opened at 6:00 Runway show started 8 p.m. On Saturday OFW hosted a VIP pre-party for 750 VIP ticket holders from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at KANEKO. The number of attendees at Finale Night boasted 4,000 fashion guests. m

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VIP PARTY & RUNWAY PHOTO GALLERY

AMY AND PAT SAFFORD WITH KYLIE BOLLWITT

SHELIA SMITH, LIZ OTTERBERG, MORGAN ZUERLEIN, SALLY ENGLISH, EMME ENGLISH, CHRIS LAFEVER AND KETY ELLIS

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Stylist • Patrick T. Cooper T.V. Personality from the Bachelor Season 13 and the winner of Bachelor Pad, Natalie Getz (hosted the OFW finale)

leading fashion hub in the midwest – something that a few years ago would have seemed unrealistic. what a point of pride for our city!!”

Fashion Desinger • Traver Rains (showed a collection at the OFW finale)

OFW Mission: • To provide a platform for designers while providing glamorous red carpet events for fashion fans.

Sponsors/Hosts: • SAC Federal Credit Union, Grey Goose, Borsheims, Totally Vein Attendance: 4,000

~ BROOK HUDSON, OFW PrOducer (leFt)

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soundofMusic children’s respite care center MusiCal revue Event Name: Back to Bacharach and David As It Happened: Held at Mutual of Omaha’s Auditorium, Back to Bacharach and David was CRCC’s fifth annual musical Revue fundraising event. A five performance run August 16th, 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th allowed patrons and guests to experience a show that harnesses the power of the music that changed the world of musical theatre. Five members of an all local cast and 4 musicians presented classic tunes from one of the most popular songwriting teams: Burt Bacharach and lyricist Hal David.

TERI AND RON QUINN WITH AMBER BURK

CHOREOGRAPHER PATRICK ROBBY, DIRECTOR MICHELE PHILLIPS AND MUSIC DIRECTOR KEITH HART

CRCC expresses our sincere gratitude to the event’s Presenting Sponsor, Mutual of Omaha and Ron and Teri Quinn, this year’s Honorary Chairs. This event benefits a very special group of children. A parent of a child once stated: “It’s an amazing journey filled with unexpected challenges and incredible rewards – gifts you cannot begin to understand when you first start walking down this demanding road. It is the greatest challenge of your life, and if you make good choices, it may also prove one of the most rewarding.” CRCC’s mission is to provide comprehensive services and family support to medically fragile, developmentally delayed, physically challenged, and behaviorally disordered children and their families by providing services that evoke maximum potential and foster the development of intellectual and social competence.

ROBERTA AND RICHARD COPPLE WITH BARB WILCOCK

JOHN AND JACQUELINE HERDZINA WITH MICHAEL AND DANA MEYER

JOHN FITZGERALD, RALPH KRAMPER, MADELINE KRAMPER AND CAROL KRAMPER

EDIE MACCHIETTO WITH JOHN AND JOYCE CONNOLLY

To learn more visit www.crccomaha.org or call 402-895-4000.

the children’s respite care center is a great organization with a critically important mission ~ RON QUINN HONORARY CHAIRMAN

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LEAH ANDERSON, LYNNZE MARTINSEN AND LIBBY HEADID

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GORDON AND KARRY WHITTEN WITH VINCE BURK AND ANDREA GUTSCHOW

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Fairgame qli (quality living. inc.) An evenIng AT THe FAIr

there truly is nothing else in omaha like ‘an evening at the fair ~ LORI SCOTT HONORARY CHAIR

KATHY HAYES, LORETTA PATTERSON, DARLENE MUELLER AND TRACY HIBBARD

HAIR-RAISING: THE BUNGEE RUN

RECORD CROWD

DAN DYMEK, BRANDI MADSEN, MONICA BOUCKHUYT, JEN KAROLSKI, JENNA SCHMIT AND JAMI SCOTT

SEAN MOYLAN, SARAH JOHNSON AND REGAN MACINTOSH

QLI EXEC COUNCIL– FRONT: ALICIA ELSON, TODD SCHUITEMAN AND ROBBIE STRONG. BACK: BRETT HOOGEVEEN, PATRICIA KEARNS AND AMY JONES

PATTI KANKOWSKY, DARLENE MUELLER, SHELLEY SIEMERS, SANDY PARKER, JACQUE DONAVAN, AMY CHISHOLM AND CATHY BONNESSEN

QLI’s “An Evening at the Fair” welcomed a crowd of 700-plus from 6-10 p.m, Friday, Sept. 7, to CenturyLink Center Omaha. Unlike any other fundraiser in the Metro, the county fair-themed event drew rave reviews from returning and new fairgoers for its creativity, fun, laid-back atmosphere and overall theme. Unlike more formal, structured fundraisers, no tables were assigned, and fairgoers came and went as they pleased while enjoying live entertainment, a large array of fair-themed games and activities and fun food. There were no speakers, no silent auctions and no suits and ties. Just lots and lots of fun. Chairs: Carly Turner and Jessica Turner Co-Chair: Jami Heideman Honorary Chairs: Lori and David Scott. Grand Marshall Fair Sponsor: David Scott Foundation – Lori and David Scott. About QLI: QLI has brought national attention to Omaha for its innovative post-hospital program for young adults who have suffered a brain injury or spinal cord injury. QLI, the only program of its kind in the United States, also serves individuals with severe physical disabilities. For more information visit www.QLIomaha.com.

JODIE MACINTOSH, TRACY HIBBARD, SHANNON BONNESS, LORETTA PATTERSON, KATHY HAYES, MARIAN ANDERSON AND DAWN DINSDALE

Thanks to everyone who supported the Fair, including our leading sponsors: ƜȯɄȷȲΎƫȱȽɂɂΎƞȽɃȼȲȯɂȷȽȼΎΎΎ̒ΎΎΎƥȷȲƙȻȳɀȷȱȯȼΎƝȼȳɀȵɇΎƠȽȺȲȷȼȵɁΎƛȽȻȾȯȼɇ ƫȱȶȼȯȱȹȳȺΎƝȼȵȷȼȳȳɀɁΎΎΎ̒ΎΎΎƥȽȵȺȷȯΎƞȯȻȷȺɇΎƞȽɃȼȲȯɂȷȽȼ ƬȶȳΎƚȳȼȳ˛ɂΎƟɀȽɃȾ˴Ύơȼȱ˷ΎΎΎ̒ΎΎΎƚȺɃȳΎƛɀȽɁɁΎȯȼȲΎƚȺɃȳΎƫȶȷȳȺȲΎȽȴΎƦȳȰɀȯɁȹȯ ƛȺȷȼȷȱȯȺΎƫȽȺɃɂȷȽȼɁΎΎΎ̒ΎΎΎƥȳɂɀȽƥƙƟƙƲơƦƝΎΎΎ̒ΎΎΎƨȷȼȼȯȱȺȳΎƚȯȼȹΎΎΎ ƬȳɀɀȷΎ˱ΎƢȯȱȹΎƥȱƜȽȼȼȳȺȺΎΎΎ̒ΎΎΎƤȽɀȳɂɂȯΎ˱ΎƜȽɃȵΎƨȯɂɂȳɀɁȽȼ ƫɃɈȯȼȼȳΎ˱ΎƯȯȺɂȳɀΎƫȱȽɂɂΎƞȽɃȼȲȯɂȷȽȼ Special thanks to our “fun” sponsor, Oriental Trading Company! 27

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Voices for Children in Nebraska celebrated its 25th Anniversary at the Spotlight Gala on Saturday, September 15, 2012. Over $150,000 was raised for the advocacy organization. Hosting over 500 attendees, the event was held at the Embassy Suites-La Vista with cocktails and silent auction followed by awards and live auction.

FATHER STEVEN BOES, TOM KEALY, DEB & MAYOR JIM SUTTLE, JUDGE JOHNSON

DAVID AND MELANIE HECKER

Mayor Jim Suttle and Former State Senator Deb Suttle served as this year’s honorary chairs. They were recognized for their longstanding community involvement, especially Mrs. Suttle’s nearly ten years of service on the board of directors of Voices for Children in Nebraska.

EVENT AND AUCTION CHAIRS PATTI KORALESKI, WENDY KOONTZ, TESSA GIFFORD, EMILY TONNIGES, MARY HUNZIKER

EVENT EMCEE BRANDI PETERSEN WITH NICK KORALESKI

Awards presented during the “Spotlight Gala” included: Champion for Children Award to State Senator Kathy Campbell, Individual Award to Tim Barry, Business Award to KETV Channel 7, Nonprofit Award to RESPECT, Youth Award to Project Everlast and Lifetime Achievement Award to Betty Cernech.

CRAIG AND KATHY MOORE, BOB KERREY, DEB AND MAYOR JIM SUTTLE

PROJECT EVERLAST COUNCIL MEMBERS CELEBRATE THEIR AWARD

“This evening’s festivities are a unique opportunity to spotlight the 25 years of accomplishments of Voices for Children in Nebraska, begin looking forward to the next 25. We are celebrating all of the people and organizations that ‘shine a light’ on the greatest needs of Nebraska’s children every day,” said Carolyn D. Rooker, the Executive Director of Voices for Children. “Without the commitment and passion of the honorary chairs, the ‘Spotlight Gala’ committee, our board of directors and our sponsors, this amazing evening wouldn’t have been possible.” Brandi Petersen of KETV Channel 7 served as event emcee and Scott Moore led the live auction as auctioneer. The “Spotlight Gala” committee members were lead by Mary Hunziker, Patti Koraleski and Emily Tonniges. Tessa Gifford and Wendy Koontz chaired the auction committee. More than 30 other community volunteers helped plan and organize the event, serving on subcommittees including awards, facilities, public relations, and silent and live auction.

AWARD RECIPIENTS

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Thank you to our sponsors for making our 25th Anniversary celebration a success! Presenting Sponsor ®

Diamond Sponsors Alegent Health Barnhart Press KETV

Platinum Sponsors Building Bright Futures Husch Blackwell The Nebraska Medical Center Omaha Steaks Dr.Tom & Jane Tonniges & Family 28

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PATRICIA CARLSON, BJ REED AND SARA WOODS

we are celebrating all of the people and organizations that ‘shine a light’ on the greatest needs of nebraska’s children every day

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ERIC NELSON, LLOYD MEYER, DJ CLARKE, STEVE MITCHELL, TIM HRON, DEE KOHLER, KRISTEN LEMBKE, JOCELYN JOYCE, CAROLYN ROOKER, DAVID HECKER

JUDGE DOUG JOHNSON, SENATOR STEVE LATHROP, CAROLYN ROOKER, AND OMAHA FIREFIGHTERS

CAROLYN ROOKER WITH DR. TOM AND JANE TONNIGES

~ CAROLYN D. ROOKER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Special thanks go to Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, Just Good Meat, Quality Beers of Omaha and Upstream Brewery for their donations. Voices for Children in Nebraska is a statewide, nonpartisan, nonprofit child advocacy organization. Voices for Children in Nebraska educates and motivates Nebraskans to take action to better the lives of Nebraska’s vulnerable children in the areas of health, education, safety and economic stability.

TIM BERRY

KATHY CAMPBELL

Policy victories for children don’t just happen by accident. When there is a public policy dealing with children, Voices for Children always asks the question “is it good for kids?” Their commitment is to telling the whole story of Nebraska’s children and making sure decision makers have credible data and analysis to make decisions vital to their well-being. For more information on Voices for Children in Nebraska, visit http://voicesforchildren.com. Photos courtesy of voices for Children

CAROLYN ROOKER AND LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT RECIPIENT BETTY CERNECH

NONPROFIT AWARD RECIPIENT RESPECT

Silver Sponsors Boys Town Dr. John & Betty Cernech Charles Drew Health Center College of Public Health, UNMC First National Bank Dr. John & Kay Lynn Goldner Grace/Mayer Insurance Agency Jeff & Judy Greenwald Terry & Judy Haney David & Melanie Hecker Hot Shops Art Center Steve & Dee Kohler

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KPMG LLP Kutak Rock LLP Leo A Daly Masimore, Magnuson & Associates, P.C. State Senator Heath Mello & State Senator Jeremy Nordquist Methodist Women’s Hospital Craig & Kathy Moore Munroe-Meyer Institute, UNMC Nebraska Children and Families Foundation Nebraska State Education Association N.P. Dodge

Omaha Public Power District OneWorld Community Health Center Owens Educational Services Saint Elizabeth Foundation Mayor Jim Suttle & Former State Senator Deb Suttle The Kim Foundation Union Bank & Trust UNO Chancellor’s Office & The Office of Academic Affairs v180 Media Visiting Nurse Association

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MEMBERS OF THE GALLUP TEAM PHIL RUHLMAN, SHARI THEER, JENNIFER MOSSER, JIM KRIEGER, SHANE LOPEZ, JODY VANOSDEL, BRAD CHANCELLOR, SARAH QUANDAHL AND JESSICA BUONO

Omaha Children’s Museum recognized the late Ann Goldstein and Gallup at the Great Friends to Kids Luncheon on August 27. The luncheon was held in the museum’s Wonderful Wizard of Oz exhibit. The event brought together more than 230 community members to celebrate those who have worked passionately to enhance the lives of metro-area children. The program included a welcome by the museum’s executive director, Lindy Hoyer, followed by lunch and comments from Rabbi Steven Abraham and David Karnes. Videos created by Gallup featuring the 2012 Great Friends to Kids honorees were shown along with the presentation. For more information visit http://www.ocm.org.

JIM KRIEGER AND CHRISTINE JOHNSON

BECCA GROOTHUIS, SHIRLEY GOLDSTEIN, DONALD GOLDSTEIN, KAREN KENNEDY, HOWARD KENNEDY, JANIE KENNEDY, GAIL RAZNICK, PHIL RAZNICK

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PawtyTime! hearts united for animals laKesiDe BuFFeT PawTy The 3rd Annual Lakeside Buffet Pawty & Fundraiser was held at the Regency Lake and Tennis Club in Omaha on August 17th from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. It was catered by Catering Creations of Omaha. Around 150 guests attended raising $23,000 for the care of the animals at the shelter. Carol and Dennis Wheeler, founders of Hearts United for Animals were in attendance as well as board members Lori Hook, Tera Bruegger and Jenny Ritter. Volunteers assisting with the event were Lisa Tegtmeier, Trudy Benedict, Jill Longshaw and Josh Bruegger.

BOARD MEMBERS CAROL AND DENNIS WHEELER, TERA BRUEGGER, JENNY RITTER AND LORI HOOK

Sponsors for the evening were: Mobile Animal Clinic, Long Dog Fat Cat, John Roth & Son, Midwest Wheaten Rescue, Three Dog Bakery, Ideal Construction, Clearview Pet Care Centre, Veterinary Eye Specialists of Nebraska, Luvbird Boutique, Lamar Outdoor, Everyday Angels Pet Cremation & Memorial Gifts, Immediate Solutions, Bozell, and Rebel Interactive. Generous supporters donated over 100 items for the silent auction, and Ryan Dillon and Robin Donovan from Bozell attended to help kick off a new ad campaign geared toward adoption as well as education about the puppy mill/pet store connection. They have donated hundreds of hours of their top talent to this very special campaign that will reach across the globe to raise awareness for Hearts United for Animals and their mission of mercy.

KAZU GOTOH AND INDRE SEIBUTYTE

BOB AND NOELLE BUSCHER

DR. DUSTIN GILBERT, GLORIA AND DR. ELLIS JENSEN WITH DR. GRANT AND DR. JEN HEBEL

Hearts United for Animals is a national no-kill animal shelter, sanctuary and animal welfare organization dedicated to the relief of suffering. For more information contact Carol Wheeler at 402274-3679, email hua@hua.org or visit www.hua.org. EDITOR’S NOTE: Additional photo coverage of this event can be found in our sister publication: Pet & Animal Enthusiast Magazine.

ELISE MCHATTON AND ANDREA HARTWIG

KENT AND ALMA KNOLL

CARA AND JOHN HAWKINS WITH KEN AND MARY JOHANSEN

Photos by Dan Flanigan

Hearts United for Animals wishes to extend a sincere THANK YOU to our sponsors for the 3rd Annual Lakeside Buffet Pawty & Fundraiser: Mobile Animal Clinic, Long Dog Fat Cat, John Roth & Son, Midwest Wheaten Rescue, Three Dog Bakery, Jeff Hartung - Ideal Construction, Clearview Pet Care Centre, Veterinary Eye Specialists of Nebraska, Luvbird Boutique, Larmar Outdoor, Everyday Angels Pet Cremation & Memorial Gifts, Immediate Solutions, Bozell, and Rebel Interactive.

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ForeScouting boy scouts of america mid-america council 42nd AnnuAL OmAhA BOy ScOutS GOLF InvItAtIOnAL

1ST PLACE - ROD KESSLER, MIKE GALLNER, JEFF PASSER AND NEAL MALOLEY

2ND PLACE EDWARD JONES JIM KARNIK, ROBERT MORAN AND PAUL GARNETT

AL COCO, BILL BEAVERS, RED THOMAS AND SANDY DODGE

3RD PLACE FIRST NATIONAL BANK - CHRIS REINER, CRAIG SALL, BRIAN BROWN AND BLAKE SUING

SANDY DODGE, RED THOMAS, AL COCO AND BILL BEAVERS

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When/Where/Why: Boy Scouts of America MidAmerica Council held the 42nd Annual Omaha Boy Scouts Golf Invitational presented by MercedesBenz of Omaha on Monday, August 20, 2012 at Omaha Country Club located at 6900 Country Club Rd., Omaha, Nebraska 68152. Omaha Country Club is the site of the 2013 U.S. Senior Open. This annual golf outing benefits the Scouting program of Mid-America Council, currently ranked in the top ten of councils around the country. The golfers support plays an important role in helping young people receive the benefits of a valuesbased education around character, citizenship and personal fitness. The event was catered by Doc & Eddie’s BBQ and Omaha Country Club. This year’s event had120 golfers attend (30 foursomes). The event raised over $102,000.. Chairmen/Honorary Chairmen/Dignitaries : • Gail DeBoer, SAC Federal Credit Union, Event Chair • Jay W. Schmid, Regional General Manager, Central Region Mercedes-Benz USA Worth Noting: • Dr. Jeff Passer’s team won first place (Mike Gallner, Rod Kessler, Neal Maloley) • Tom Siekman, an American professional golfer who has played on the PGA Tour and Nationwide Tour, instructed golf clinic the morning of the event • Scorecards were sponsored by Bellevue University, cart sponsor was Jet Linx Aviation, refreshment sponsor was MCL Construction Mission Statement: It is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America, Mid-America Council to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout oath and law. For more information, visit www.mac-bsa.org/golf.

BAIRD HOLM FOURSOME

MERCEDES-BENZ OF OMAHA

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The 11th Annual Sporting Clay Tournament raised $53,700 to benefit the Mid-America Council, Boy Scouts of America. This event is made possible by the sponsorship of Werner Enterprises, Inc. and Mr. C.L. Werner.

WERNER STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS

The event chairman was Scott Robertson, President of UltraAir. The Shoot Out was held on September 7, 2012 at Werner Valley Shooting Fields. 50 shooters participated in nine different events that included; trap, five stand, and pistol. Congratulations to the winners: • First Place: Omaha Truck Center • Second Place: Markel Land Rover and Millard Sprinkler

TOP PISTOL - CHAD KELSAY

• Third Place: Blue Cross Blue Shield • Top Pistol: Chad Kelsay • Top Shotgun: Richard Marshall, Jr. It is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America, Mid-America Council to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout oath and law.

TOP SHOTGUN - RICHARD MARSHALL, JR.

MARKEL LAND ROVER-MILLARD SPRINKLER 2ND PLACE TIM MARKEL, LEE SEEMAN, TODD RANNELS, TOM NICHOLS

1ST PLACE - OMAHA TRUCK

BCBS TEAM 3RD PLACE - JOHN ARNOLD, GREG PRESON, DAVE HANNEMAN, BJ DAVIS AND RICHARD MARSHALL, JR.

For more information call (402) 431-9BSA (9272) or visit www.mac-bsa.org.

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Siliconrally silicon prairie news SILIcOn PrAIrIe AwArdS Silicon Prairie News on Aug. 30 announced the 12 winners of its inaugural Silicon Prairie Awards, which recognize individuals and companies for their outstanding products, strong leadership and noteworthy contributions to the region’s technology startup community over the last year. More than 450 people attended the evening awards event at the Joslyn Art Museum. The event was the culmination of a two-month process during which 350 nominees from a fourstate region were whittled down to 48 finalists and 12 winners. The selection process involved a combination of a popular vote and the input of a selection committee. “The Silicon Prairie News Awards are an opportunity for us to celebrate the amazing work taking place in our regional startup community,” Jeff Slobotski, Silicon Prairie News co-founder, said. “The work that the community has accomplished over the past year is outstanding, and we’re laying a strong foundation for what’s to come over the next several years.”

THE SILICON PRAIRIE NEWS TEAM: KELSEY SUPENSKI, DUSTY DAVIDSON, PAIGE YOWELL, DANNY SCHREIBER, MICHAEL STACY, JEFF SLOBOTSKI, KIM FOSTER, BRITTANY MASCIO AND GEOFF WOOD

STARTUP INVESTOR OF THE YEAR DUNDEE VENTURE CAPITAL: MARK HASEBROOCK AND MICHAEL WETTA

DUSTY DAVIDSON, JEFF SLOBOTSKI AND GEOFF WOOD

DAVID BROWN AND MATT WATSON

David Cohen, the founder and CEO of Boulder, Colo.based startup accelerator TechStars, delivered the event’s keynote speech. Cohen shared lessons learned from his startup incubator and Boulder’s entrepreneurial community. Full recordings of the awards ceremony and Cohen’s talk will soon be made available on SiliconPrairieNews.com. About Silicon Prairie News Silicon Prairie News is a digital media company dedicated to highlighting and supporting entrepreneurs, creatives and investors through an emerging model for grassroots entrepreneurial ecosystem development in and around Omaha, Des Moines and Kansas City. Founded in 2008, SPN also produces events, such as the Silicon Prairie Series (Big Omaha, Thinc Iowa and a to-be-named Kansas City event) and the Startup Job Crawl.

PAUL GRAFF AND JORDAN JOHNSON

MOLLY SLOBOTSKI AND ANNE GOOD DAVIDSON

KATIE AND JUSTIN KEMERLING

RICK KNUDTSON AND HEATHER TOMASEK

For more information visit www.siliconprairienews.com.

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AnimalFriendly the omaha zoo foundation eArth & wIne 2012 Special Guest: Brian Skerry, National Geographic Photojournalist, Conservationist, Author When It Happened: Thursday, September 6, 2012

MELANIE AND DAVE HECKER

SUSAN JACQUES, BUFFIE SOMERS, NANCY HORNSTEIN AND HEATHER INGRAHAM

Where It Happened: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Why/How It Happened: Earth & Wine was created to highlight the conservation efforts of Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and connect those efforts to conservation world worldwide Catered by: Catering Creations

BUFFIE SOMERS, SANDY PARKER AND CONNIE HEIDEN

SUSIE GRUNDKE AND KIM KEATING WITH MARY LOU AND MARK BRASEE

Your Mission: The Omaha Zoo Foundation supports the mission, research and programs benefiting Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. Photos by Linda Shepard Honorary Chair(s): Chairpersons - Melanie and Dave Hecker, Honorary Chairperson - Joel Sartore Attendance: 340 Funds Raised: The goal of Earth & Wine is to raise awareness of the conversation programs at the Zoo and to create a deeper understanding of our Zoo’s connection to the conservation work taking place worldwide.

DANNY AND MONICA PATE

DR. ANNE HUBBARD AND SARA MCCLURE WITH DENNIS PATE

TERRI SBROCCO, BARRY JAMES, DR. LEE SIMMONS AND MICHELE JAMES

KYLE NELSON AND SUE NEMER

An incentive to do more good.

For more information: www.omahazoofoundation.org Photos by dan Flanigan

CALVIN SISSON WITH MINDY AND JIM YOUNG

Open a new charitable account by Dec. 15, and we’ll match 10 percent of your donation, up to $1,000. Thanks to the Carmen and John Gottschalk Foundation and the William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation, whose generous support made this incentive possible. For more information, call (402) 342-3458 or visit omahafoundation.org/incentive.

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SUTTON FOSTER AND DICK HOLLAND

MOGENS BAY, CINDY BAY, JOAN SQUIRES, DENISE BARTELS, MICHELLE CLARK, AND RYAN CLARK

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SENATOR BEN NELSON AND DIANE NELSON

MARTY PFLUEGER, MIKE CASSLING, CONNIE RYAN, MOGENS BAY, CINDY BAY, AND TANNER PFLUEGER

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PartnersinProgress autism action partnership A vIntAGe AFFAIre Iv - POrtS OF cALL â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vintage Affaire IV - Ports of Callâ&#x20AC;? took place at the downtown Omaha Hilton on September 8, 2012. The night included a crystal port tasting with guest speaker Bill Leehy of Republic National. Each guest received a complimentary set of Riedel Port Crystal glasses. The event included a silent, super silent and live auction. Dinner was catered by the Hilton and dessert was provided by Nothing Bundt Cakes. Honorary Chairs: CL & Rachel Werner

C.L. AND RACHEL WERNER, GAIL WERNER ROBERTSON AND SCOTT ROBERTSON

About Autism Action Partnership Gail Werner-Robertson and Scott Robertson began their Foundation in 2000 when they struggled to find resources and programs for their two sons on the autism spectrum. In 2008, Autism Action Partnership (AAP) expanded into a public not-for-profit foundation, providing services, programs and support for families with children and individuals affected by autism. Emcee: Melissa Fry, Anchor/Reporter for KETV In attendance: Approximately 400 including AAP Board Member Hal Daub & wife Mary, Dr. Ken Bird & Ann Bird, Dr. Bruce & Jean Buehler, Steve McWhorter & Susan McWhorter, Dr. Kent Shaffer & Lynnda Shaffer Event coordinators: AAP Staff with the help of volunteers and the AAP Guild, Gail Durkin, Executive Director, Rachel Cordwin, Katie Paul, Fundraising Coordinator, Sara Taylor, Program Manager For more informatin visit autismaction.org.

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makingSmoke heart ministry center hOLy SmOKeS ipsum dolor sit amet consetetur sadipscing elitr, sed diam nonumy eirmod tempor invidunt ut labore et dolore magna aliquyam erat, sed diam voluptua. The 7th Annual Holy Smokes event benefiting the Heart Ministry Center took place on Thursday, August 30, 2012 from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Anthony's Steakhouse. Holy Smokes always takes place on the Thursday before Labor Day so guests can come, have fun by starting their holiday weekend early, and, most importantly, support the Heart Ministry Center. The honorary chair couple for the event was Susan Jacques and Gene Dunn. Due to their efforts, this year's Holy Smokes was our best yet. There were 578 attendees and the Heart Ministry Center raised $160,000 dollars. Special thanks to all of our sponsors, and, in particular our Heart of Gold and Giant Heart sponsors including: Nebraska Medical Center; Borsheims; Creighton University; Arkfeld Wealth Strategies; Ayeasta; Moglia Family Foundation; Lamson, Dugan and Murray, LLP; Paul & Annette Smith; SEI Security; and the Simmonds Family Foundation.

JOHN LEVY AND EVENT CO-CHAIRS, SARAH LUKAS AND CORTNEY WOLFF

The Heart Ministry Center aids individuals and families in North Omaha and surrounding areas who are in need. Fully 93% of every dollar raised for the Heart Ministry Center goes directly to programs. In 2012, the Center is projected to provide 82,069 acts of assistance through our food pantry, clothing closet, healthcare clinic, self-sufficiency program and several other programs. For more information visit www.heartministrycenter.org.

JENNIE WARREN, DENISE FUCINARO AND KEVIN THOMPSON

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KRISTIN LEWIS AND CHRISTINE SCHULTE, BECKI WIECHMAN, CARRIE JENKINS, LAURA WORICK, AND ANGELA DREW

On Wednesday, August 29, 350 philanthropic guests raised money and awareness for children in need in our community at the Child Saving Institute Guild’s “PurseOnalities 2012” Annual Scholarship Luncheon, held at the Scott Conference Center. This year’s event, “Arm Candy…How Sweet It Is,” raised $63,000 in support of CSI programs for at-risk youth, including the Guild Scholarship Program, which awards scholarships to students pursuing higher education who have participated in CSI programs. This year’s recipients of the $2,500 scholarship were Rebecca Doty and Josh Lewis. The Honorary Chairs of the event were “PurseOnalities” Mary Ann “Andy” Holland, Barbara Holland Kral and Nanny Holland Christie, daughters of philanthropists Richard Holland and the late Mary Holland. For more information visit www.childsaving.org.

MARY ANN “ANDY” HOLLAND, NANNY HOLLAND CHRISTIE, AND BARBARA HOLLAND KRAL

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GrooveOn! YES • youth emergency services dAnce FOr A chAnce

SUSAN JACQUES AND GENE DUNN WITH LISA AND DR. TAD FREEBURG

MARY FRASER MEINTS WITH HOWARD AND LILI BUFFETT AND HEATHER BRADDOCK

MISS NEBRASKA TEEN USA SARAH SUMMERS AND MARY ROYER

DEB NEARY, DIANA WAGGONER, MAYOR JIM SUTTLE, KIRSTEN CASE, CAROLYN ROOKER AND DANIEL PADILLA

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Local celebrities stepped out of their comfort zones and onto the dance floor on Saturday at Youth Emergency Services’ (YES) fourth annual Dance for a Chance fundraising event, raising $25,000 for homeless and atrisk youth. Dance for a Chance is dance competition similar to the television show “Dancing with the Stars.” Contestants worked with dance instructors to perform a 90-second dance routine in front of celebrity judges and an audience of more than 200 YES supporters. Prior to the competition, dancers were encouraged to recruit votes, at $5 per vote, to help raise funds and awareness about the event. This year’s celebrities brought in more than $6,000 in votes, a 250 percent increase from the previous year. Additional funds were raised through ticket sales, a silent auction, a raffle and a special Borsheims jewelry raffle. All proceeds from the event benefit YES’ youth and programs. YES serves homeless and at-risk youth in the Omaha metro by providing critically-needed resources which empower youth to become self-sufficient. For more information about YES visit www.yesomaha.org. Photos by dan Flanigan

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Project Pink'd, Inc. held its annual cocktail benefit on Thursday, August 23rd from 6:30 - 9:00pm. The event was held at Downtown Omaha Hilton. Over 650 attended to get the first glimpse of the 2012-13 Exposed: Real Women for a Real Cure calendar. Over $50,000 was raised benefiting breast cancer programs at Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center. Important Guests: • Mike Kelly, columnist, Omaha World Herald and keynote speaker • Sean Moylan, Moylan Kropp Retirement Planning • Cyndi Peacock, VP, Methodist Hospital Foundation, • Tracy Madden-McMahon - Director, Methodist Hospital Foundation • Josie Abboud - Vice President, Methodist Hospital • Brad Konen, CFO, American National Bank • Shari Stone, emcee, Omaha broadcaster, 100.7 • Brian Mastre - co-anchor, WOWT • Rich Craig, Owner, Midlands Printing • Charlie Sutton, CBS Home • (Many more that space here doesn’t accommodate) When/Where/Why: Like the past two years, the calendar is a celebration of LIFE and a Vision of Hope. This year’s calendar featured mostly survivors (from 1 year to 21 years) and several co-survivors. The theme of the calendar this year was “My Vision, My Voice”. Each calendar girl chose how they wanted to be photographed along with the inspiring words they wanted to convey to people that see that calendar. A survivor ceremony was held to honor and celebrate the courage and strength of all breast cancer survivors who attended. Mike Kelly, columnist for the Omaha World Herald was the guest speaker.

JORI THIELEN, DIANNA HITE, ALYSON DEMMAN, STEPHANIE NICHOLS, ERIN ALBERS, KRISS KRIGLSTEIN, KATHY GRIESS, CYNTHIA STURGEON AND KRIS KLEIN

DEBBIE NORMAN AND STEPHANIE NICHOLS

DANIELLE SWERCZEK, NANCY JOHNSON AND MARIAN HOLDEN

PROJECT PINK’D VOLUNTEERS

LAURA BOMGAARS AND DIANNA KUYPER

YMCA CHERISH JOHNETTE AND LANCE COHN

HARRISON HITE AND JOSH HITE

Project Pink’d, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on the breast cancer survivor. The mission of Project Pink’d is to support the mind, body and spirit of those diagnosed with breast cancer in the Nebraska and Iowa communities. For more information, visit www.projectpinkd.org.

Photos by dan Flanigan

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KOREY STADING AND RITECARE CHILDREN

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The 4th Annual WalkRite for RiteCare was held on Saturday, September 8th, 2012 at Lake Zorinsky in the Picnic Pavilion. WalkRite for RiteCare is a benefit for the RiteCare Speech and Language Clinic through the Scottish Rite Foundation of Omaha. This year, 120 families, walkers, and participants walked, raising $13,500 for RiteCare programs and services, while raising awareness about speech and language disorders which affect 14 million Americans. WalkRite was sponsored by Pharmaceutical Technologies, Inc. and C&A Industries. Honorary Team Captain Paul Laikko, a RiteCare speech pathologist and Patty Kircher, WalkRite committee member and RiteCare parent, welcomed guests and cut the ribbon to inaugurate the Walk at Zorinsky Lake. Clowns from Tangier Shrine entertained the children. Omaha Steaks donated hamburgers, and the Culinary Masters from the Scottish Rite Masonic Center prepared burgers, hot dogs, and side dishes for the participants. “WalkRite for RiteCare has continued to grow each year,” said Paul, “and our walkers include not just children and families currently receiving RiteCare therapy, but families whose children have been patients in past years. They keep coming back to show their appreciation for what RiteCare has done for their children.” “My daughter has absolutely thrived thanks to her sessions with the RiteCare clinicians,” said Patty Kircher. “As a RiteCare parent, it has been overwhelming watching my daughter progress from pointing or grunting for things she wanted to being able to express her needs with full sentences.” Scottish Rite Masons recognized the need for all Nebraska children to have access to services to diagnose and treat speech and language disorders. Since 1977, the Scottish Rite Foundation of Omaha has supported RiteCare services in Nebraska, including the clinic at the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute. As of September 10th, we have opened a satellite clinic in Alliance, Nebraska which will provide speech and language therapy to children in the Nebraska panhandle via telemedicine technologies through our RiteCare clinic at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Assessment, diagnosis, therapy, and treatment are provided without cost to families. Most speech and language disorders, when diagnosed and treated early, are entirely treatable, and children go on to lead happy childhoods. In addition to RiteCare services, the Scottish Rite Foundation provides 13 merit and need-based scholarships to UNO students, including a professorship in speech and language pathology and a scholarship for a graduate-level student studying speech and language disorders. The Scottish Rite Foundation of Omaha’s mission is “Helping kids to talk who cannot speak, to write who are not literate, and to educate those who will serve as leaders.” For more information, visit www.scottishriteomaha.org, or visit www.walkrite.org to learn more about RiteCare. Photography courtesy of Scottish rite

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WISHBONE 2012 Kent Bellows Studio Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts – 724 S. 12th St. – 7:00 p.m. The Kent Bellows Studio will celebrate its five-year anniversary and introduce this inaugural signature event. Enjoy a gallery of Kent Bellows works, complimented by student and mentor pieces, as well as live performance art from internationally renowned Quixotic Fusion. Visit www.kentbellows.org/ wishbone2012.

RACE FOR THE CURE Susan G. Komen for the Cure CenturyLink Center – 455 N. 10th St. This event raises significant funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer, celebrates breast cancer survivorship and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease. Visit www.komennebraska.org.

116TH CORONATION AND SCHOLARSHIP BALL Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben Foundation CenturyLink Center – 455 N. 10th St. – 5:30 p.m. The Ak-Sar-Ben Coronation and Scholarship Ball recognizes and celebrates volunteerism, philanthropy and community pride and is the primary fundraising vehicle for Ak-Sar-Ben Scholarships. Call 402-554-9600 x106.

4TH ANNUAL GLSEN OMAHA SAFE SCHOOLS Art & Equality 2012 The Gallery at Prouty Place – 4825 S. 25th Street – 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. This annual fundraising benefit supports all GLSEN Programs and efforts to empower, support and provide resources to Nebraska youth and educators regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. RSVP for Pre-Party to Diane Perry, dianepperry@gmail.com

October 6 BIG RED BLOCK PARTY Junior League of Omaha Scott Conference Center – 6450 Pine St. – 6:00 p.m. The Junior League of Omaha and Honorary Chairs Rob and Jennifer Zatechka invite you to a Big Red Block Party, benefiting Junior League of Omaha community projects. Visit www.juniorleagueomaha.org.

October 7th RESTORE OMAHA / LANDMARKS INC. Mid-Century Modern Tour Omaha’ Indian Hill Neighborhood – Noon to 5 pm This year’s tour features 1960 era homes and buildings in Omaha’s Indian Hills neighborhood bounded by 84th, 90th, Dodge and Pacific streets. Visit www.restoreomaha.org.

October 7 COMFORT FOOD CLASSIC Ted E. Bear Hollow Ramada Convention Center – 72nd & Grover St. – 5:00 p.m. Competing to create the best enchilada dish imaginable, six of Omaha’s best chefs will take the stage to defend their honor and take home the cash prize. Visit www.comfortfoodclassic.com.

October 11 LOYOLA DINNER OF HONOR AND DISTINCTION Creighton Preparatory School Henry L. Sullivan, S.J. Campus Center at Creighton Prep Creighton Preparatory School will honor four individuals for their service and loyalty. The Loyola dinner has been a Prep tradition for 16 years and continues to grow in attendance. The evening begins with a cocktail reception at 6 p.m. followed by dinner and the award presentation at 7 p.m. Visit www.creightonprep.org/ loyola to make reservations online.

October 13 FRIENDS OF SCOTTISH RITE DINNER AND AUCTION Scottish Rite Foundation of Omaha Scottish Rite Masonic Center – 202 S. 20th St. – 6:00 p.m. Plan to join the Friends of Scottish Rite for an excellent dinner, extraordinary silent and live auctions, and wonderful entertainment. Visit www.friendsofscottishrite.org.

October 13 OUTLOOK NEBRASKA RECOGNITION BANQUET Outlook Nebraska, Inc. Embassy Suites La Vista – 12520 Westport Pkwy. – 6:00 p.m. This evening will include a cash bar reception, banquet, awards and guest speaker. Proceeds will help ONI provide additional services for the blind and visually impaired. Visit www.outlooknebraska.com.

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October 18 WOMEN’S FUND ANNUAL FALL LUNCHEON Women’s Fund of Omaha Ramada Plaza Hotel – 3321 S. 72nd St. – 11:30 a.m. Jennifer Siebel Newsom, director and producer of the documentary Miss Representation, is the keynote speaker for the 12th annual Women’s Fund Fall Luncheon. Visit www.omahawomensfund.org.

October 18 A NIGHT WITH THE MAVS UNO Athletics Ralston Sports & Event Center – 7300 Q St. – 6:00 p.m. Special guest speaker at this year’s event is Tim Legler, nine-year NBA veteran and current ESPN Sports Analyst. Call 402-554-3422.

October 20 BEMIS CENTER ART AUCTION Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts Bemis Center – 724 S. 12th St. - 5:30 - 10:00 p.m. This auction, fundraiser, celebration is the essential contemporary art event of the year. The auction features over 400 works by a wide array of regional, national and international artists. Visit www.bemiscenter.org.

October 21 OMAHA HOSPITALITY HALL OF FAME Hospitality and Culinary Education Metropolitan Community College – The Institute for the Culinary Arts – 5:00 p.m. Join ORA and the Institute of Culinary Arts at Metro Community College as the honor industry leaders at the Omaha Hospitality Hall of Fame. This year being inducted into the Hall of Fame are: Fred & Rose Bruning, Ross, Chuck, Ron & bob Caniglia, Deano Meares, Nicholas, Chris & Nick Petrow and Diane Zipay. Call 402-493-4739 or Visit www.dineoutomaha.com.

October 23 AMBASSADOR OF HOPE GALA UNMC Eppley Cancer Center CenturyLink Center – 6 p.m. The biennial fundraising event for cancer research at the Eppley Cancer Center will feature keynote speaker Jim Clifton, Chairman and CEO of Gallup. Omaha philanthropists Mike and Gail Yanney will receive the Margre and Chuck Durham Spirit of Nebraska Award for their dedication to raising awareness about cancer research in Nebraska. www.eppleyambassadorofhope.org.

October 23 2ND ANNUAL CLIMB HIGHER LUNCHEON Benefiting Outward Bound Omaha Scott Conference Center – 6450 Pine Street – 11:30 a.m. The luncheon will feature Chad Butrick, disabled mountaineer and veteran. Chad is in the film, “High Ground”, which documents the 2011 expedition to Mt. Lobuche with Soldiers to Summits. Visit www.outwardboundomaha.org. 45

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7TH ANNUAL PASTOR APPRECIATION LUNCHEON Hosted by Salem Radio Omaha Paxton Ballroom â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1403 Farnam St. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:30 a.m. This luncheon is an annual event to encourage and honor pastors in the metro area. Keynote speaker will be Dr. Dennis Swanberg, internationally renowned recording Christian comedian and former pastor. Call 402-715-9017.

4TH ANNUAL OMAHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GREAT PUMPKIN Lutheran Family Service Village Pointe - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shining the Lightâ&#x20AC;? celebration at 7 p.m. Please join us for the 4th annual Omahaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Great Pumpkin, a free family festival featuring pumpkin carving, fun activities, local celebrity carvers, and adoption & foster care information booths. Visit www.lfsneb.org.

WICKER & WINE BASKET AUCTION Lutheran Family Services Mid-America Center â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Council Bluffs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5:00 p.m. Join LFS for an evening of cocktails, appetizers, and exciting auction items in support of the life-changing human care provided to vulnerable infants and children under age five, their parents, and pregnant mothers from Pottawattamie County. Visit www.lfsneb.org.

RAISE THE ROOF GALA Habitat for Humanity of Omaha The Harper Center at Creighton University â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 20th & California St. Visit: www.habitatomaha.org

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October 25 5TH ANNUAL MONSTER BASH LEAP-for-a-CURE The Georgetowne Club â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2440 S. 141st Cir. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6:30 p.m. This fun family event includes live music, delicious food, dessert bar, and drink, silent auction and raffle prizes, adult and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s costume contests, photo booth, a bounce house and Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corner activities, and more. All funds improve treatment, education, and awareness of brain cancer. Visit www.leapforacure.org.

October 28 DINE & DEMEANOR: ETIQUETTE JUST FOR KIDS! Kids Can Community Center Champions Run at 13800 Eagle Run Drive from 12:00 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2:00 p.m. Join the owner of Claraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Closet at â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dine & Demeanorâ&#x20AC;? for lessons in etiquette for children from 8 to 10 years old in the company of an adult. Corina Orsborn will teach children to set the table for a formal dinner, and children will practice etiquette. Call 402-731-6988 or visit www.KidsCanOmaha.org

MILAGRO DINNER One World Community Health Centers, Inc. Historic Livestock Exchange Building â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4920 S. 30th St. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5:45 p.m. The theme of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Changing the Worldâ&#x20AC;?, and features a social hour followed by dinner and a keynote speaker. The event recognizes the significance of contributions made by volunteers and partnering organizations. Visit www.oneworldomaha.org.

TGIF! Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center for Advancement Champions Run â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 13800 Eagle Run Dr. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6:00 p.m. Visit www.wcaomaha.org.

November 9 2ND ANNUAL LIFE CELEBRATION GALA Lifestyle Innovations For Epilepsy UNMC Event Center â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 42nd & Emily Sts. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6:00 p.m. Visit www.epilepsylife.org.

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