A publication of the Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging
July 2013 VOL. 38 • NO. 7
ENOA 4223 Center Street Omaha, NE 68105-2431
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Helping hands Tom and Sheila Pettigrew started Brush Up Nebraska in 1989. Six years later, the couple began coordinating the Rebuilding Together Omaha project. Nick Schinker’s story takes a closer look at the Pettigrews and these two programs that have benefited hundreds of older Nebraskans. The story begins on page 10.
Diamonds are forever
Gardens A walking club, live music, art exhibits, Railroad Days, and the Sweet Corn Festival are among the activities you can enjoy this summer at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft St. See page 15.
Steve Cavlovic entertained and educated the participants at the Corrigan Senior Center – 3819 X St. – with a presentation on baseball which featured several vintage autographed baseballs. See page 17.