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Index Welcome................................................6 Garry Gernandt’s greeting..................8 About SOBA................................. 10-13 South Omaha Marketing Team........14 SOBA Membership............................15 Tree of Life .........................................16 A Great Place to Be..................... 17-23 South Omaha Mural Project ..... 24-25 South Omaha History.................. 26-29 History of Cinco de Mayo........... 30-32 Holiday Lights Festival....................33 Food and Dining.................................34 Festivals........................................ 35-37 Arts................................................ 38-39 Members/Categorical.................. 40-45 Members/Alphabetical.....................46
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n 2017 SOBA will celebrate 95 years of service to the South Omaha business community. Its mission to preserve the diversity, heritage and economic vitality of the community is creating a legacy of unprecedented and sustained growth, earning South Omaha the title of the “Magic City” during its early years. Anchored by the iconic Tree of Life sculpture at the intersection of 24th and L Streets, the Streetscape Project symbolizes the rich tapestry woven by waves of immigrants drawn to the life-sustaining bounty of the meatpacking and railroad industries. Ethnic contributions to the culture, foods and arts of South Omaha are alive and thriving today. In its 32nd consecutive year, the annual Cinco de Mayo Festival is held during the first week of May
to commemorate the defeat of the French by a Mexican army at the city of Puebla in Mexico in 1862. In the United States, Cinco de Mayo is sometimes mistaken as Mexico’s Independence Day — the most important national holiday in Mexico — which is celebrated on Sept. 16. In South Omaha, both celebratory events attract visitors from the surrounding region in a fiesta environment of parades, carnivals, ethnic foods, live entertainment and children’s activities. SOBA members represent all business and professional sectors of our community. Their membership directory and resource guide is dedicated to their continued collaborative spirit of engagement. I can’t believe how quickly this first year is going. I would like to
personally “thank” each one of our Board Members and all of SOBA’s members. We could not do the things we have done without all of you and your support for this organization. I am looking forward to serving this fine organization and community and am excited for all that 2017 will bring! We have much to be proud of, and I look forward to getting to know each and every one of you better. If you are not yet a member of SOBA, consider this a personal invitation to join us. Visit our website — www.southomaha.org — for an easyto-navigate membership application. We want you to have a contributing role in the success story that is the “Magic City.” Madeline Moyer President
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The South Omaha Business Association (SOBA) is a non-profit organization consisting of area businesses that are dedicated to preserving the diversity, heritage, and economic vitality of the community of South Omaha.
PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES SOBA MEMBERS LEAD OR PARTICIPATE IN INCLUDE: • Business District Development • Cinco de Mayo Omaha • Community Clean Up • Graffiti Abatement • Marketing South Omaha • Holiday Lights Festival
SOBA is led by an all volunteer Board of Directors. The board meets bi-monthly. On alternating months, general membership luncheon / networking meetings are held and are either hosted by a member organization or at a local restaurant. Guests are invited! Annual membership fees are only $75. If you would like to be a part of the excitement in South Omaha, submit a SOBA membership application today!
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weet 16 — not age — years serving South Omaha as your City Council Member. The challenges that are presented to urban government on a daily basis need the “we factor” to solve. We’ve proven that in by working together South Omaha we’ve promoted small business, opened pathways to higher education, used local and state grants to improve our quality of life and partnered with local law enforcement to keep crime rates down. By connecting neighborhood groups with government, the people’s voice means more now than ever before. “we” attend meetings, planning sessions, events “together” (government and community), sharing, listening, learning and leading together. That’s how “we” got a new library, new community center (Kroc), rehabbed nearly all South Omaha parks, put the lake back in Spring Lake Park, got over 300 new housing units, started the South Omaha Violence Intervention Prevention group, expanded the mission of South Omaha Neighorhood Alliance
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and grieved the loss of First Responders and our military personnel. “We” have much more to do: quality housing, jobs, enhancing relationships with urban government, continue community policing and promoting health and education, just to name a few. No matter who occupies the Council Member position, the “we factor” plays a critical part in getting results. Forge on South Omaha! Garry Gernandt Omaha City Council Member District 4
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About SOBA A brief history On March 29, 1922, the business people of South Omaha incorporated the South Omaha Merchants Association with the following purpose: “The object and purpose for which this Association is organized and the business in which it shall be engaged shall be the promotion of the government, industrial and public interests and public welfare of the district south of A Street of Omaha, Nebraska and to co-operate with the Chamber of Commerce of the City of Omaha, Nebraska.”
Over the years, the South Omaha Merchants Association has become the South Omaha Business Association (SOBA), and South Omaha itself has changed dramatically. “A” Street is now Interstate 80, north/south traffic now uses the Kennedy Freeway over South 24th Street, and only a small portion of the meat- packing industry that put South Omaha on the map is still in operation. Yet the more South Omaha has changed, the more it remains the same. Immigrant entrepreneurial energy and ambition remain the bedrock of business old and new.
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About SOBA Our impact For over 90 years, the South Omaha Business Association has been making a positive impact in the community of South Omaha. Inner-city urban areas across the • Partnering with the City of Omaha, the Omaha Chamber of Commerce, and other community organizations on short-term and long-term community improvement projects.
nation face the challenge of preserving their historical identity as well as garnering support to help their business districts thrive. SOBA continues to play a key role
• Taking a leadership role in the redevelopment of the historic South 24th Street Business District, which includes the recently completed streetscape project and the Tree of Life sculpture installation on the corner of 24th and L Street.
• Partnering with local organizations for annual maintenance of the flower beds in the 24th Street streetscape planters. • Leading efforts with local shop and restaurant owners to keep their storefronts and sidewalks clean.
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About SOBA Leadership The South Omaha Business Association, is governed by a Board of Directors that consists of selected members from area businesses as well as other community leaders. Elected leadership positions within the Board of Directors include President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer.
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ne of the most popular streetscape features in South Omaha is the Tree of Life located on the southeast corner of L and South 24th Streets. With respect to the Tree and the meaning or symbolism to the medallions, there are seven images that repeat at different sizes. The images represent themes which are cross-cultural and shared in the design motifs found in artwork and architecture of the four ethnicities (Czech, Polish, Croation and Mexican) historically associated with South Omaha.
The symbols on the seven medallions are as follows. 1. Bird (Peacock): symbol of longevity, time and/or infinity. Polish origin. 2. Pottery: Hispano/Moresque influence to the shape. 3. Leaves: the natural world and part of all trees. 4. Apple: depicted in all “trees of life.” The forbidden fruit, Garden of Eden, temptation. 5. Stylized “sun” face: based on cut paper (papel picado) of Mexican design. 6. Bird (Peacock): This version is a profile with an art deco plume. 7. Yin/Yang Face: positive/ negative or male and female. People are frequently shown in “trees of life,” especially in Mexican versions.
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outh Omaha has a rich past and a bright future. The area roughly within the bounds of Interstate 80 to the north, 13th Street on the east, Q Street to the south and 42nd Street to the west has long welcomed immigrants from around the globe. Those arriving from Europe in the late 19th and early 20th centuries hailed from countries like Poland and Czechoslovakia. More recent immigrants tend to be from Mexico and other Central and South American nations. Once known as the “Magic City” due to its rapid population growth, the district is today experiencing a revitalization. The resurgence is not accidental. It’s due in large part to the action of community members, such as those who volunteer with SOBA, who are proud of the district in which they live and work. Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert signed a resolution to create the South Omaha Business Improvement Area Board.
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A great place to be The board, would consist of five or more members made up of property owners, residents and business owners within the district. The board will be appointed by the mayor and approved by the City Council. The goals of the board will be to guide and create a general focus for growth and improvements in the district. This is a great step forward in strengthening a community that so many are passionate about. A past survey, along with interviews and focus groups, revealed that the people of the district — including businesses and property owners — see the district’s greatest strengths as its history, location, restaurants, diversity, business growth and opportunities to attract new businesses. See Page 19
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“Boys Town of South Omaha is a proud member of SOBA and we are grateful for the partnerships that have been created with its many member groups, agencies and individuals. We moved into the South Omaha neighborhood and opened our office at 25th and L Street around two and a half years ago with the goal of being able to help children and families stay in school, out of trouble and out of the juvenile justice system. It is a big goal, and it couldn’t be done without the partners and relationships we have made through SOBA.” Christopher Miller Boys Town
“When deciding on a second location, owners Eric Washkuhn and Chris Erickson, DPT scanned the city to find an underserved area. After a simple google map search, it was clear that South Omaha had little to no physical therapy and chiropractic services. Deciding on 24th street was an easy choice. 24th street is in the heart of South Omaha with lots of car and foot traffic. The owners found an unfinished space next to South Omaha Medical Associates last year. The renovations went well with the support of the talent of local construction businesses. One year later, thanks to a bilingual staff, Integrated Rehab is a proud and contributing fixture alongside the other South Omaha businesses.” Eric Washkuhn Integrated Rehab
Some negatives that were revealed included a negative public perception of the district and the poor appearance of properties and the overall district. In response, the Forward South Omaha concept was created. The goal was to make the district more appealing and attractive. The concept also communicates a distinctive Latino flavor while respecting the ethnic past of South Omaha. With the flowing 24th Streetscape being born of the vision, it helped create a colorful and lively business district. Visitors to the area will encounter colorfully tiled walkways and planters that pay homage to the cultures of South Omaha. During summer months, the planters overflow with colorful flowers. In winter the streets come to life with the warm glow of holiday lights. A destination in its own right, the district plays host to numerous festivals, including the Holiday Lights Festival and Cinco de Mayo, and has a lively arts scene. The district also offers an array of food and dining options. Many establishments are family-owned, and reflect the heritage of the area’s immigrants. Spanish, written and spoken, is predominant. But most merchants have staff who can translate. Even more reflective of the energy in the area are the many murals painted on walls throughout the district. By taking a walking tour of the district, visitors can take their time to gaze at these lively and colorful tributes. More evidence of the area’s growth is the desire of the Omaha Public Schools to construct two new elementary schools, a new middle school and a new high school school and to improve existing schools in the South Omaha area. Goals of the OPS plan would be to better meet the needs of the growing student population in the area. South Omaha is alive and healthy, thanks in large part to community members who desire to see the area succeed.
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n international organization of professional planners has named Omaha’s reborn South 24th Street business district to its 2016 list of 15 Great Places in America. American Planning Association President Carol Rhea presented the award to Omaha City Councilman Garry Gernandt and Mayor Jean Stothert at 24th and N Streets in October. Speeches were made at the Plaza de La Raza, between the Kubat Pharmacy — in a building that city planners helped renovate with federal dollars in the 1980s — and the Happy Faces Child Development Center and doctor’s office complex that immigrant doctors invested more than $1 million in about a decade ago. Dozens of small businesses line South 24th Street from L to Q Streets, many of them mom-and-pop shops that sprang from waves of Latin American immigration over the past 30 years into the historically immigrant heart of South Omaha. Gernandt praised the collaboration of city planners, neighborhood groups and business owners. Rhea noted the Tree of Life-themed streetscape project completed about eight years ago. Federal grants paid for most of the work, with help from the City of Omaha and South Omaha businesses. The project narrowed streets, widened sidewalks and added decorative sidewalks, sculptures, planters and benches to make the area more pedestrian friendly. “I congratulate the City of Omaha and its citizens for the success of South 24th Street,” Rhea said.
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Murals depicting both the Mexican and Polish Communities were created this year as part of the South Omaha Mural Project. Both were designed in community meetings and design workshops and involved paint days and festive celebrations. The murals are part of an effort to paint 10 or more murals in South Omaha that celebrate the neighborhoods diversity. The project began with a mural about the “Magic City” at 24th and N Streets, done in partnership with local youth who enjoyed working with spray paint. Last year the focus of the project was the creation of the Lithuanian Mural on the side of the Lithuanian Bakery, south of 33rd and Q Streets. The team has also painted a Czech mural on the back of the Koenig Dunne Divorce Law firm near 13th and William Streets, and a South Omaha history mural on the Metropolitan Community College South Campus. A Midsummer’s Mural, comprised of Richard Harrison, Mike Giron and Rebecca Van Mexican mural Ornam, has been the core of the mural project. The Mexican Community Mural, titled “Del Futuro Al Pasado,” was painted on the side of El Mercado, near 25th and N Streets and depicts Mexican American leaders who contributed to South Omaha. It also depicts the struggles of the Mexican community members as they worked to achieve better education, churches, health care and recreational activities. Local Mexican artists comprised the team that created the mural, lead by Hugo Zamorano and included Jair and Ian Rodriguez, Gerardo Vasquez, Daniel Castaneda and Aaron Olivo. The Polish Mural, titled “Nostrovia,” was painted on the side of Dinkers, a traditionally Polish bar at 5217 S. 33rd Street in the heart of “Sheely Town.” Several Polish neighborhoods depicted in the painting reveal the life and customs of the hard working immigrants who were a unique part of South Omaha’s culture. Mike Giron lead the project with assistance from his daughter Rhianna and Polish artist Quin Slovek. The completion celebration included a reenactment of a traditional wedding event where a chair is broken and the resulting pieces predict the size of the couple’s future family. Croatian and Irish murals are planned for 2017. Those honoring the heritage of the Jewish, African American, Irish, German communities 2017 South Omahaand Business Directory more Association are planned. Learn more about the project at southomahamuralproject.com.
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History of South Omaha
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outh Omaha has long been a melting pot, initially welcoming European immigrants, and more recently those of South and Central American stock. The City of South Omaha got its start in 1882, when a group of Omaha businessmen and a prominent cattleman, Alexander Swan from Wyoming, agreed to create a new stockyards. The Union Stock Yards Company was created at the end of 1883. Land in the area was purchased from early German and Irish settlers. With 1,875 acres purchased, the area was registered as a township with the Douglas County Clerk’s office in July 1884.
A FEW FIRSTS • Sunday school service was held in 1884 by the Rev. Charles W. Salvidge. • General store opened in June 1884 by W.G. Sloane. • School building in 1884, just south of St. Mary’s Cemetery. • First fire company formed in 1887, and the first fire chief was Fred J. Smith. • First mayor was Ezra P. Savage.
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History of South Omaha The stockyards were a big draw for new immigrants and their descendants, who were in search of jobs. 1885 brought the city’s first Independence Day celebration. It was held on 24th Street between J and K Streets in what was called Kavan’s Garden. In 1886, with a population of 1,500, the area reached village status. In the village at that time were a post office, a deputy sheriff and a justice of the peace. There also were three general stores, four meat markets, five hotels and two lumberyards among the many new businesses that served the rapidly growing South Omaha population.
The original South Omaha library opened in 1905 at 23rd and M Streets.
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History of South Omaha Churches came along as the city grew, first was a Methodist, then Baptist, Presbyterian and Catholic. Other denominations quickly followed, building churches in the city. Packinghouses and the livestock industry thrived and grew quickly in the city, bringing more and more new residents almost daily. Known as the “Magic City” because of its amazing growth, South Omaha had 8,000 residents by 1890. And by 1915, it had a population of 30,000. Omaha and South Omaha had been linked by an electric trolley line in 1887, that ran from 22nd Street and Ames Avenue in Omaha to 24th and N Streets in South Omaha.
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History of South Omaha The Magic City struggled for many years to remain independent. In 1890 a proposal was made to join South Omaha to Omaha, but residents of South Omaha voted strongly against the proposal. South Omaha became a part of Omaha in 1915 after legislation was introduced and passed at the statehouse that would allow Dundee, Omaha and South Omaha to become one. The overall vote of the three municipalities overwhelmingly supported the consolidation, despite a strong no vote from South Omaha, and the Magic City was officially annexed by Omaha.
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History of Cinco de Mayo
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n honor of its rich Mexican heritage, Nebraska’s South Omaha Latino community has been hosting Cinco de Mayo events in Omaha for decades, dating back to the early 1970s. Annual festivities include a grand parade, delicious food and lively music — it’s a tradition that gleams of prideful community spirit. The mission of Cinco de Mayo Omaha is to promote Mexican culture and bring awareness to South Omaha businesses and organizations while raising funds for local nonprofit groups.
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hat is the significance of the fifth of May in Mexican history? Outside of Mexico, Cindo de Mayo (translated: the fifth of May) is often mistakenly interpreted as Mexico’s Independence Day and equivalent to the U.S.’s Fourth of July holiday. Sept. 16 is actually Mexico’s Independence Day, which launched the war to win Mexico freedom from Spain’s rule. Cinco de Mayo’s roots begin in 1862. After being an independent nation for more than 40 years and enduring a series of external and internal conflicts, Mexico was heavily in debt to Spain, England and France. France was attempting to expand its empire and claimed the outstanding debt as justification to send troops to capture Mexico City and seize rule of Mexico.
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History of Cinco de Mayo A well-outfitted French army of 6,500 soldiers landed on the gulf coast of Mexico and began marching toward Mexico City. On May 5, 1862, they were met in Puebla and defeated by Mexican General Ignacio Zaragoza and a poorly-armed but courageous band of 4,500 Mexican soldiers. Although the French later returned with thousands of additional troops and gained control of Mexico for a short period of time, the victory at the battle of Puebla continues to hold special significance in Mexican history. For more information, go to cincodemayoomaha.com
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outh 24th Street will again be aglow as part of the Holiday Lights Festival, hosted by the South Omaha Arts Institute. This celebration showcases the beauty of South 24th Street and draws many people to the area during the holiday season. The lights on the rooftops along South 24th Street will be turned on during the Thanksgiving weekend. The festival is held the first Saturday of December at 4911 S. 24th St. Santa will make a special appearance, the Mexican Dance Academy will be performing, and traditional Mexican breads and chocolates will be available. For more information contact the South Omaha Arts Institute at info@southomahaarts.com.
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outh Omaha is a great place to taste the meaning of “buena comida” or great food. Dozens of family-owned restaurants, each with their own distinct and authentic flavor, line the streets of this historic area. Enjoy savory slow-cooked chicken enchiladas and homemade tortillas or fiery roasted jalapenos and carne asada — marinated and grilled, thinly sliced steak that will melt in your mouth. South Omaha is a place where no two salsas are alike, where Czechoslovakian kolaches and Lithuanian tortes are made from old family recipes, and where dessert is entertainment filled with mariachis and champurrado — Mexican hot chocolate.
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Festivals April Czech-Slovak Festival Sokol Community Center 20th and U Streets www.omahaczechclub.com An indoor festival celebrating Czech and Slovak cultures and traditions. The one-day festival is filled with live music, traditional dress, vendors selling beautiful glass and jewelry, and plenty of Czech and Bohemian food.
May Cinco de Mayo Historic South 24th Street www.cincodemayoomaha.com A vibrant fiesta that includes live entertainment, traditional dancers, live music, authentic food, rides and a special area just for kids. The highlight is the Cinco de Mayo parade filled with colorful dancers, floats, marching bands and culture.
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40th and J Streets Held on the third Sunday of August, the festival is billed as the largest church festival in the city. Enjoy live Polish music and traditional dancers, homemade Polish food, games, rides and more.
Vinton Street Creativity Festival 18th and Vinton Streets www.facebook.com/ VintonFestival This new urban street festival focuses on artistry of all kinds. Watch urban artists create right before your eyes. The festival also includes live music, breakdance performances and art exhibitions.
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Festivals September El Grito Festival Plaza de la Raza 24th and N Streets A two-day celebration of Mexican independence that includes a charro show, mariachi and salsa dancing contests, food vendors, a beer garden, live music and much more.
November/December South Omaha Holiday Lights Festival Various locations throughout South Omaha As part of a larger citywide celebration, the streets of historic South Omaha twinkle with thousands of holiday lights. Live musical performances take place throughout the season at the Plaza del la Raza. Source: Omaha Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Arts Apollon 1801 Vinton St. Omaha, NE 68108 402-884-0135 apollonomaha.com The Apollon is Omaha’s multi-genre arts and entertainment hub. In Greek mythology, Apollo was the patron of art and music and was a revered and calledupon source of artistic inspiration. This unique gallery seeks to embrace Apollo by combining elements of theater, cinema, music, literature, visual art and digital media.
El Museo Latino 4701 S. 25th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-731-1137 Fax: 402-733-7012 www.elmuseolatino.org First Latino art and history museum and cultural center in the Midwest. View world-class permanent and traveling exhibitions featuring local, national and international Latino art and culture. Bilingual educational programs offered year-round with exhibits, including workshops, lectures and demonstrations, with ongoing art, theater, dance and music classes.
Gallery 72 1806 Vinton St. Omaha, NE 68108 402-496-4797 gallery72.com Contemporary art, paintings, drawings, prints, glass and photographs, framing, appraisals, corporate art, consultation on collecting.
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Arts South 24th Street Murals 24th and N Streets Omaha, NE 68105 Larger than life, these eyecatching murals offer a welcome to this Latino district and capture stories surrounding Mexican history, religion and legends. Walk the Historic South 24th Street District to see these murals peering out from side streets.
Tree of Life 24th and L Streets Omaha, NE 68105 The Tree of Life serves as a welcome to this historic area of Omaha. The symbols that hang from the branches represent themes which are cross-cultural and are shared in the design motifs found in artwork and architecture of four ethnicities historically associated with South Omaha: Czech, Polish, Croatian and Mexican. Source: Omaha Convention & Visitors Bureau
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Catalan Consulting 900 Farnam St., Suite 601 Omaha, NE 68102 402-850-1941 dcatalan@cox.net
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BANK/FINANCIAL SERVICES First Command 1716 Charleston Drive Papillion, NE 68133 402-291-3040 jmdighans@firstcommand.com
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CATERING & BANQUET HALLS Eddie’s Catering 5009 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-733-5444 info@eddiescatering.com www.eddiescatering.com
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FUNERAL HOME Good Shepherd Funeral Home 4425 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-505-9260 info@goodshepherdfuneralhome. com www.goodshepherdfuneralhome. com
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Ed Dale Properties 4923 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-734-9393
MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS Restoration Exchange Omaha 3902 Davenport St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-679-5854 info@restorationexchange.org www.restorationexchange.org www.facebook.com/ restorationexchange
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CHURCH St. Martin of Tours Episcopal Church 2324 J St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-733-8815
Metropolitan Community College P.O. Box 3777 Omaha, NE 68103-0777 531-622-2877 tawright5@mccneb.edu www.mccneb.edu
EDUCATION AIM Institute 1905 Harney St. Omaha, NE 68102 402-345-5025 ilopez@aiminstitute.org aimforbrilliance.org
Norris Middle School 2235 S. 46 St. Omaha, NE 68106-3399 402-557-4800 anita.harkins@ops.org
El Alamo
Mexican Restaurant SSiSince 1986 MEXICAN SPECIALITIES
Judy Kramer
C AT E R I N G
REALTOR
LOUNGE
402-598-8424
E-mail: jwk122912@gmail.com Office: 402-493-4663
AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD 331 Village Pointe Plaza # 101 • Omaha, NE 68118
Proud to offer my Hometown Heroes Savings Program for military, firefighters, teachers, police & some medical personnel!
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Member directory Omaha Catholic School Consortium 2117 S. 33rd St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-590-2820 danovotny@schools.archomaha.org www.omahacsc.org South High Magnet School 4519 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-557-3600 south@ops.org south@ops.org
GOVERNMENT Bob Whitehouse — Board of Regents 1103 Mackensey Drive Papillion, NE 68046 City Council, District 4 1702 Ontario St. Omaha, NE 68108 402-444-5522 garry.gernandt@cityofomaha.org citycouncil.cityofomaha.org
City of Omaha — Human Rights and Relations 1819 Farnam St., Suite 502 Omaha, NE 68183 402-444-5065 Mayor Jean Stothert 1819 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68183 402-444-5000 cityofomaha.org State Senator Heath Mello 5315 B St. Omaha, NE 68106-4433 402-471-2710 hmello@leg.ne.gov www.senatorheathmello.com State Senator Nicole Fox 105 S. 9th St., No. 405 Omaha, NE 68102 402-471-2721 nfox@leg.ne.gov news.legislature.ne.gov/dist07
LIBRARIES Omaha Public Library 2808 Q St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-444-4850 awilcoxon@omahalibrary.org www.omahalibrary.org
SOCIAL SERVICES Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands 10831 Old Mill Road, Suite 400 Omaha, NE 68154 402-330-2449 onavedo@bbbsomaha.org www.bigomaha.org Boys Town 4612 S. 25th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-734-0155 christopher.miller@boystown.org www.boystown.org
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Completely KIDS 2566 St. Mary’s Ave. Omaha, NE 68105 402-397-5809 info@completelykids.org completelykids.org Habitat for Humanity — ReStore 1003 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68108 402-934-1033 habitatrestore@habitatomaha.org omahahabitatrestore.org Kids Can Community Center 4860 Q St. Omaha, NE 68117 402-731-6988 ncontreras@kidscanomaha.org kidscanomaha.org www.facebook.com/ CompletelyKids1
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Member directory Nebraska Families Collaborative 2110 Papillion Parkway Omaha, NE 68164 402-492-2500 www.nebraskafc.org Stephen Center 2723 Q St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-715-5442 connect@stephencenter.org www.stephencenter.org www.facebook.com/ stephencenteromaha The Optimist Club of South Omaha 810 N. 48th Ave., Apt. C Omaha, NE 68132 dianefortenbury@gmail.com The Salvation Army Kroc Center 2825 Y St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-905-3500 www.omahakroc.org
INDUSTRY CONSTRUCTION Sheet Metal Workers Union 3333 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68108 402-330-3383 smwlocal3@qwestoffice.net www.sheetmetalworkerslocal3.org
Superior Lighting Inc. 2121 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68108 402-345-0800 info@superiorlight.com www.superiorlight.com www.facebook.com/ superiorlightinginc
LAUNDRY CleanWash Laundry Systems 4808 S. 26th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-505-4956 www.clslaundry.com
FOOD Promex 5001 S. 36th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-734-0440 www.promex-ltd.com www.facebook.com/ superiorlightinginc
LANDSCAPING Dee-sign Landscaping and Garden Shop 8530 Blondo St. Omaha, NE 68134 402-392-1444 deesign111@gmail.com www.dee-signlandscaping.com Vinnys Tree Service 6701 L St Omaha, NE 68117 402-934-4646 vinnystreeservice.com
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MANUFACTURING John Roth & Son 5425 S. 43rd St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-731-7500 johnrothandson.com Phillips Manufacturing 4949 S. 30th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-339-3800 www.phillipsmfg.com
RETAIL BUILDING MATERIALS A & R Salvage & Recycling 2820 Vinton St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-346-4470 sales@arsalvage.com www.arsalvage.com
HARDWARE & SUPPLY Petersen & Michelsen Hardware Supply Co. 4916 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-731-0171
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO Arnold Clark Studio 4510 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-733-1333 www.aclark.com
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LatPro Studios P.O. Box 7350 4907 S. 25th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-734-3240 latpro@latinoproductions.info latino-productions.com www.facebook.com/latpro.omaha
RESTAURANTS Subway/Goodrich Ice Cream 2302 L St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-733-8733 www.subway.com www.facebook.com/latpro.omaha
RETAIL Sam’s Club 9851 S. 71st St. Papillion, NE 68133 402-686-2391 tmorozc.s06181.us@samsclub.com www.samsclub.com
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Alphabetical Member Listing A & R Salvage & Recycling........................................................... 44 AIM Institute................................................................................ 42 Arnold Clark Studio....................................................................... 44 Barkdoll & Von Ahsen, LLC............................................................ 41 Bellevue University....................................................................... 42 Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands....................................... 43 Bob Whitehouse Board of Regents................................................ 43 Boys Town.................................................................................... 43 Catalan Consulting....................................................................... 40 City Council, District 4.................................................................. 43 City of Omaha Human Rights and Relations................................... 43 CleanWash Laundry Systems........................................................ 44 Completely KIDS........................................................................... 43 Corwin Toyota of Bellevue............................................................. 40 Dee-sign Landscaping and Garden Shop........................................ 44 Ed Dale Properties........................................................................ 42 Eddie’s Catering............................................................................ 40 First Command............................................................................. 40 First National Bank....................................................................... 40 Garcia Consulting Group................................................................ 40 Good Shepherd Funeral Home....................................................... 41 Greater Bellevue Chamber of Commerce....................................... 40 Greta Ritchie — State Farm.......................................................... 41 Habitat for Humanity — ReStore................................................... 43 Infinity Associates........................................................................ 42 Integrated Rehab.......................................................................... 41 Jackson Lewis P.C......................................................................... 41 Joe Vukov Real Estate and Insurance Agency................................ 42 John Roth & Son........................................................................... 44 Kids Can Community Center.......................................................... 43 Lamar Outdoor Advertising............................................................ 40 LatPro Studios.............................................................................. 44 Liberty Tax Service....................................................................... 41 Mayor Jean Stothert..................................................................... 43 Metropolitan Community College.................................................. 42 Nebraska Families Collaborative.................................................... 44 Norris Middle School..................................................................... 42 NRG Media................................................................................... 44 Omaha Catholic School Consortium.............................................. 43 Omaha Public Library.................................................................... 43 OneWorld Community Health Centers Inc...................................... 41 Optimist Club of South Omaha...................................................... 44 Pesek Law, LLC............................................................................. 41 Petersen & Michelsen Hardwar Supply Co..................................... 44 Phillips Manufacturing.................................................................. 44 Promex......................................................................................... 44 Restoration Exchange Omaha....................................................... 42 SAC Federal Credit Union.............................................................. 40 Sam’s Club.................................................................................... 44 Security National Bank.................................................................. 40 Sheet Metal Workers Union........................................................... 44 South High Magnet School............................................................ 43 St. Martin of Tours Episcopal Church............................................. 42 State Senator Heath Mello............................................................ 43 State Senator Nicole Fox.............................................................. 43 Stephen Center............................................................................. 44 Subway/Goodrich Ice Cream......................................................... 44 Superior Lighting Inc..................................................................... 44 The Salvation Army Kroc Center.................................................... 44 Tony Sandoval............................................................................... 41 Vinnys Tree Service....................................................................... 44
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