March 20

EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE Girl Scouts’ annual artVenture program allows hundreds of Nebraska girls to ignite a creative spark, express themselves and discover their strength as leaders. For several months, girls in the Omaha area worked side-by-side with 39 local, professional artists creating works of art that will be sold alongside artist-submitted works on March 28 at UNO’s Mammel Hall, 6708 Pine St. The fundraiser, open to the public for guests 21 and older, is a silent auction with online bidding and a strolling reception featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres and desserts. The artVenture Main Event is 7-10 p.m. and a VIP Preview Party begins at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska and support local Girl Scout programming. As part of artVenture, Girl Scouts and their artist-mentors work as a team throughout the creative process. The hands-on experience, often in artists’ studios, introduces girls to new art skills and provides an innovative glimpse of the business of artmaking. Unique girl-artist collaborations this year included pottery, concrete sculpting, ink drawings with a tattoo artist, baking, embroidery, floral arranging and iron welding. This year’s featured artist is Dar VandeVoort, who works with a variety of mediums and is known for incorporating puzzle pieces and recycled materials into her artwork. Her featured artVenture piece, created in collaboration with older Girl Scout artists, is titled “Listen to Your Mother” and ties into this year’s Girl Scouts’ conservation theme, “Our Earth, Our Future.” Virginia Grissom, a lifetime supporter of Girl Scouts who died last year at age 99, is being honored as the Honorary Chair (in Memoriam), and Hannah Fischer Frey of Baird Holm is the artVenture chairwoman. For tickets and more information, visit www.GirlScoutsNebraska.org/artVenture. About Girl Scouts and the Spirit of Nebraska Council Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska is the largest girl-serving organization in the state and 19,000 members strong. Nationally, there are 2.5 million girl and adult members who believe that girls together can change the world. It began more than 100 years ago with one woman, Juliette Gordon “Daisy” Low, who saw the potential of every girl. Today, we uphold her vision of building girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place by helping them discover their inner strengths, passions and talents. We are the Girl Scouts. We provide the opportunity for every girl to be someone amazing. To volunteer, reconnect, donate or join, visit GirlScoutsNebraska.org or call 800.695.6690. Girl Scouts’ artVenture Auction Offers Unique Art

Black History Month Art Contest Winners

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s isn’t easy. Reaching us is. If you care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease, memory loss or dementia, you are not alone. We’re here day or night — whenever you need us — offering reliable information and support. Free 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900 Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Center: alz.org/care U.S. Cellular announced the three winners of its third annual Black History Month Art Contest with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands during a recent celebration at the North Omaha Club. In January, club members created original pieces of artwork in recognition of influential African-Americans that included business people, athletes, historical figures and celebrities. The 10 finalists’ art was displayed at the U.S. Cellular central Omaha retail store throughout February, where the community voted for their favorite. The winning artists were awarded the following prizes: • Tyree Banks, age 16 of the North Omaha Club, received $250 for first place on Malcolm X artwork. • Chu Wab Say, age 13 of the North Omaha Club, received $150 for second place on Rosa Parks artwork. • Carlos Jacobo, age 13 of the Millard Central Club, received $100 for third place on Harriet Tubman artwork. “It was our honor to showcase the creative and beautiful artwork that these kids created in our stores,” U.S. Cellular Store Manager Will Rowe said. “Highlighting influential African-American icons of the past and the present with these works of art from the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands’ youth is one of our favorite ways to celebrate both Black History Month and the rich diversity of this country.” U.S. Cellular’s Black History Month Ar t Contest is funded and supported by the company’s Network of Black Associates, an Associate Resource Group dedicate d to creating a diverse company culture that attracts, develops and retains Blac k associates.

Due to the recent COVID-19 pandemic, Nelson Mandela Elementary closed March 16-20. Dr. Susan Toohey, principal, will continue to monitor the situation to make the best possible decisions for the community. In the meantime, learning doesn’t stop. Families are receiving at-home packets with assignments from their teachers, who are also regularly in communication through the school messaging system. The Mandela Team is doing their part to keep the community safe. If you would like to join the effort, follow Nelson Mandela Elementary on Facebook for community and education resources or go to nelsonmandelaelementary.org. Nelson Mandela Elementary Closed Due to COVID-19

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