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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 History.................. 24-27 Community Map ......................... 28-29 History of Cinco de Mayo........... 30-33 Holiday Lights Festival.............. 34-35 Food and Dining.................................36 Festivals........................................ 37-39 Arts................................................ 40-43 Members/Categorical.................. 44-53 Members/Alphabetical.....................54

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I’m proud of what we’ve done together: 5 Improved access to financing; 5 Increased business development assistance; and 5 Added flexibility to burdensome state regulations.

We still have more to do. Join me in helping grow our local economy by sharing your thoughts on the issues facing you and your business.”

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Welcome to South Omaha, the ‘Magic City’

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n 2015 SOBA will celebrate 93 years of service to the South Omaha business community. Its mission to preserve the diversity, heritage and economic vitality of the community has created a legacy of unprecedented growth which earned the title of “Magic City” for South Omaha 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 30th 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 to be 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.

A recent attraction in South Omaha is the Holiday Lights Festival, now in its third year. On the Friday after Thanksgiving, the trees and building tops along 24th Street between L and Q Streets are illuminated with hundreds of glowing lights. The festi-

val continues with holiday activities through the second week of January.

SOBA members represent all business and professional sectors of our community. Each contributes to our mission of preserving diversity, heritage and economic vitality. This inaugural directory and resource guide is dedicated to their continued collaborative spirit of engagement.

If you are not yet a member of SOBA, consider this a personal invitation to join us. Visit our Web site: www.southomaha.org for an easy-tonavigate membership application.

We want you to have a contributing role in the success story that is the “Magic City.”

David Catalán President

The South Omaha Business Association directory is published in partnership with Suburban Newsapapers Inc. For Suburban Newspapers Inc.: Retail Advertising Manager: Dan Matuella · Special Project Manager: Paul Swanson · Special Sections Editor: Shelley Larsen · Section Editor, Writer and Designer: Tom Knox · Copy Editor: Howard K. Marcus · Advertising Account Executives: John Cromwell, Marilyn Martin · Advertising Coordinator: Marie Douglas · Cover design by Tom Knox Photo credits (unless otherwise noted): South Omaha Business Association, Suburban Newspapers Inc., The Omaha World-Herald

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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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Greetings from Garry Gernandt

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ove those words, “South Omaha.”

Love even more the Community and what we have accomplished just in the last decade. Just to name a few, the partnership of Metro Community College and the Omaha Public Library; South High School’s Collin Stadium, the baseball field at Brown Park and new softball fields at H.P. Smith Sports Complex; the 24th Streetscape between L and Q; two new OPS elementary schools; renovation of 9 of the 11 South Omaha parks; 55 new housing units; new Veterans Bridge over the Missouri River and the partnerships with the Southeast Police Precinct, South Omaha Neighborhood Alliance and South Omaha Business Association.

Omahans currently have access to 2-1-1, 4-1-1, 5-1-1, 6-1-1, 7-1-1, 8-1-1 and 9-1-1, but not 3-1-1 (emergency city services). My 13-year quest to get Omaha a 3-1-1 system nearly became reality in 2012, only to be vetoed in 2013. I believe our current request for a nonemergency city services line is ripe for change, and it will continue to be a priority of mine. Maintaining our suc-

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cessful Graffiti Abatement Program is high on the radar, along with promoting sound neighborhood initiatives.

Contrary to a limited few, South Omaha’s outlook is bright, but not without challenges. We must not let our guard down when it comes to crime, nuisances and our general overall appearance.

Most violations have measures in place to resolve them; it just takes someone to activate those measures. We face a massive sewer overhaul project, both in cost and neighborhood impact. We see new faces, we hear new languages and we work for a good quality of life.

All those buzz phrases, “get involved,” “put skin in the game,” “take back your streets,” “don’t vote-don’t complain” have their place. But, what it all boils down to is we (South Omaha) have never coasted and never will!

Garry Gernandt Omaha City Councilman, 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 used the Kennedy Freeway over South 24th Street, and only a small portion of the meatpacking 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.

Mission statement To preserve the diversity, heritage and economic vitality of the community of South Omaha.

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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.

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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.

in helping South Omaha overcome these challenges.

In recent years, SOBA has helped strenghten the community by:

• Sponsoring the local Cinco de Mayo Omaha weekend activities, which annually draw tens of thousands of visitors to South Omaha. Proceeds from the annual event are disbursed to several local nonprofit organizations serving community residents.

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• Actively participating in graffiti abatement projects.

• Donations of bicycles to the Omaha Police Department’s bike patrol.

• Donations to foundations providing scholarships to community youth.

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About SOBA Leadership

Current board members are:

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.

David Catalan, SOBA President Catalan Consulting Merv Vannier, Vice-President Sheet Metal Workers Local No. 3 Rosie Johnson, SOBA Treasurer First National Bank Madeline Moyer, SOBA Secretary The Salvation Army Kroc Center Daryl Hansen, SOBA Director Metropolitan Community College Dick Deitering, SOBA Director Lamar Outdoor Advertising Heath Mello, SOBA Director State Senator Heath Mello Garry Gernandt, SOBA Director City Council, District 4 Yolanda Diaz, SOBA Director Security National Bank Sarah Kazcmarek, SOBA Director Celebrity Staff Diane Good-Collins, SOBA Director Metropolitan Community College Val McPherson, SOBA Director Kiwanis Club of Omaha, Inc.

Elected leadership positions within the Board of Directors include President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer.

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South Omaha Marketing Group David Catalan — President, South Omaha Business Association Joel Cota — Community Liason, City of Omaha Mayor’s Office Betty Davis — Founder, Davis & Associates Public Relations Vince Furlong — Member, Restoration Exchange Omaha Mike Giron — Instructor and Muralist, Metropolitan Community College Rosie Johnson — Administrative Professional, First National Bank Gary Kastrick — President, South Omaha Historical Society Marcos Mora — President, Latino Productions Armando Salgado — President/CEO, LingoDocs Marketing Deborah Ward — Director of Marketing, Omaha Convention & Visitors Bureau

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Membership in SOBA Member benefits Serving the community since 1922, the strength of our organization continues to lie in the diversity of our member organizations.

Benefits of being a South Omaha Business Association member include: • Network with community leaders.

• Opportunity to make an impact in shaping our community for the future.

• Get noticed in our Member Directory.

• Promote your business via a Member Spotlight.

• Advertise on our website for member rate starting as low as $50 per year.

Annual membership fees are only $75. Complete a Membership Application today! Applications are available at www.southomaha.org.

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Tree of Life and the Medallions

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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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• The heart of the district is historic South 24th Street.

Visitors to the area can wander on their own or sign up for one of the South 24th Street walking tours. More information on the tours is available at south24thomahatour.com.

outh Omaha has a rich past and a bright future.

The area roughly bounded from 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 such countries as 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 they live and work in.

Recently, Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert signed a resolution to create the South Omaha Business Improvement Area Board.

The board, would consist of five or more members made up of property owners, residents, business owners and so on 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

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A great place to be 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 — saw the district’s greatest strengths as its history, location, restaurants, diversity, business growth and opportunities to attract new businesses.

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A great place to be 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 of the concept was to make the district more appealing and attractive.

The concept also communicated 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

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A great place to be Omaha. During summer months, the planters are overflowing 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 to be found 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.

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A great place to be 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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For our Toddlers & Preschoolers (ages 18-months to 4-years), we offer full-day childcare utilizing the Creative Curriculum and Healthy Alternatives For Little Ones!

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“Over the years, I’ve gotten the opportunity to work with both past and present board members and it’s truly been a pleasure to see the South Omaha Business Association make a difference in the South Omaha business district and community.”

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A great place to be “Being part of South Omaha Business Association means a lot to me, our organization has made a positive impact in the South Omaha community. With the upkeep of 24th Street Landscape, our annual Cinco de Mayo event, and working together with other local non-profit organizations. I take great pride in saying that I am a board member of SOBA and work for First National Bank of Omaha who is a big supporter of our community.”

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“With my membership in SOBA I’ve been involved in the Cinco de Mayo health fairs every year. The fairs allow me to reach more people in our community through collaboration with many other organizations who work in South Omaha or who want to help the South Omaha Community.”

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The tour starts at 24th and N Streets.

The tour is free but donations are welcome.

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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.

The stockyards were a big draw for new

A FEW FIRSTS • Sunday school service was held in 1884 by the Rev. Charles W. Salvidge.

• General store opened in June 1884

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• 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.

Built in 1906 in the neoclassical style, the South Omaha City Hall at 24th and F Streets still stands today.

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History of South Omaha

The original South Omaha library opened in 1905 at 23rd and M Streets.

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.

Churches came along as the city grew, first was a Methodist, then Baptist,

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History of South Omaha 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 โ Magic Cityโ 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 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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History of Cinco de Mayo

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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

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History of Cinco de Mayo 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.

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

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History of Cinco de Mayo 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.

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Holiday Lights Festival

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outh 24th Street will again be aglow as part of the Holiday Lights Festival, thanks to a generous donation from the Sherwood Foundation.

This is a wonderful chance to showcase the beauty of South 24th Street, as the lights will draw thousands of people to the area during the holiday season.

We would appreciate your support again this year.

Lights will be installed starting the last week of October by Christmas Decor. Workers will be on the rooftops along 24th Street during this time; please note that Christmas

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Holiday Lights Festival Decor carries its own liability insurance.

The lights will be turned on Friday, Nov. 28, at 6 p.m. and will stay lit during the evening until Jan. 5. There is no fee for the rooftop lights or installation — again, the entire project has been paid for by the Sherwood Foundation. All that is needed from business owners, is permission for Chris Stangle from Christmas Decor to access building rooftops. Chris will be in touch to introduce himself and arrange installation times.

For more information, call SOBA President David Catalan at 402-850-1941.

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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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Festivals May Horsemen’s Park Live Racing Festival Horsemen’s Park 6303 Q Street www.horsemenspark.com Acclaimed as one of the finest simulcast facilities in the country, each year Horsemen’s Park celebrates with three days of live racing and plenty of live entertainment

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, break-dance performances and art exhibitions.

August St. Stanislaus Polish Festival 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.

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Las amistades que se establecen entre los voluntarios llamados “Bigs” y los niños llamados “Littles” tienen un impacto directo, duradero y notable.

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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.

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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.

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Arts 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.

Sokol Auditorium and Underground 2234 S. 13th St. Omaha, NE 68108 402-346-9802 www.sokolomaha.com Hot spot for local and traveling indie rock bands.

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Arts South 24th Street Murals 24th and N Streets Omaha, NE 68105 Larger than life, these eye-catching 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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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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HEALTH CARE OneWorld Community Health Centers, Inc. 4920 S. 30th St., Suite 103 Omaha, NE 68107 402-734-4110 www.oneworldomaha.org

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MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS Kiwanis Club of Omaha, Inc. 6415 Glenwood Road Omaha, NE 68132 402-490-6366 valmcpherson@cox.net www.kiwanisomaha.com

EDUCATION AIM Institute 1905 Harney St. Omaha, NE 68102 402-345-5025 ilopez@aiminstitute.org aimforbrilliance.org

Restoration Exchange Omaha 3902 Davenport St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-679-5854 info@restorationexchange.org www.restorationexchange.org www.facebook.com/ restorationexchange

Bellevue University 1000 Galvin Road South Bellevue, NE 68005 402-557-5079 cristina.lamas@bellevue.edu www.bellevue.edu

Come Experience Live Theater at Productions Las Producciones SNAP! es una organizaciĂłn teatral sin fines de lucro con el objetivo de proveer apoyo a la Diversidad, Educativo y HumanĂ­stico y para Promover la ComprensiĂłn y AceptaciĂłn de Todos los Miembros de la Comunidad a travĂŠs de la ExpresiĂłn ArtĂ­stica.

Visit Nebraska's only Latino museum!

Open year-round with Exhibits Programs and Special Events Culture & Tradition through the Visual & Performing Arts

SNAP! Productions is a nonprofit theatre organization with the mission to promote Diversity, Educational and Humanistic Support and to Provide Understanding and Acceptance of All Members of the Community Through Artistic Expression.

CURRENT SEASON Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike by Christopher Durang November 13-December 7, 2014 Harbor by Chad Beguelin March 5-29, 2015

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Member directory Language and Culture School of Omaha Historic South Omaha City Hall 5002 S. 24th St., Suite 201 Omaha, NE 68107 402-895-0766 mpetersen@ languagecultureschoolomaha.org www.languagecultureschoolomaha.org www.facebook.com/pages/ Language-Culture-School-of-Omaha Metropolitan Community College P.O. Box 3777 Omaha, NE 68103 402-457-2400 info@mccneb.edu www.mccneb.edu Project OMAHA 4401 S. 39th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402 305-4483 gkastrick@yahoo.com

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 ggernandt@ci.omaha.ne.us www.ci.omaha.ne.us City of Omaha — Office of the Mayor 1819 Farnam St., Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68183 402-444-5000 www.cityofomaha.org/mayor

TRUST US WITH YOUR MEDICATION AND MEDICAL SUPPLY NEEDS Family owned and operated for over 75 years

It’s easy to transfer your prescription!

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SERVICES • Custom compounded medications • Home medical equipment and supplies • Respiratory and oxygen services • Local delivery • Online E-fills at

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Member directory City of Omaha Parks and Recreation 5015 S. 45th St. Omaha, NE 68117 402-444-7557 jonathan.carleton@cityofomaha.org www.cityofomaha.org/parks www.facebook.com/OmahaPRPP Christie Heights Community Center 5105 S. 37th St. 402-444-5081 Motto McLean Ice Arena 5015 S. 45th St. 402-444-4955 Learning Community of Douglas and Sarpy Counties 6818 Grover St., Suite 304 Omaha, NE 68106 402-880-0465 tstilwill@learningcommunityds.org www.learningcommunityds.org

Omaha Police Department — Southeast Precinct 2475 Deerpark Blvd.

Omaha, NE 68105 402-444-4041 opd.ci.omaha.ne.us www.facebook.com/ OmahaPoliceDepartment

LIBRARIES Omaha Public Library — South Branch 2808 Q St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-444-4850 www.omahapubliclibrary.org www.facebook.com/OmahaLibrary

Sheet Metal Workers International Association

3333 South 24th Street • Omaha, NE 68108 Omaha (402) 330-3383 • Fax (402) 330-7522 Lincoln, NE 1-866-311-3383 • Sioux City, IA 1-866-311-3383

www.sheetmetalworkerslocal3.org For all your Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, Air and Water Balancing and Specialty needs, contact these Quality Union Contractors: Advantage Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration, Inc. 402-596-1552 806 Tara Road Papillion, NE 68046 www.advantageac.net Air & Fluid Management 402-821-3266 P. O. Box 667 Wilber, NE 68465-0667

Hempel Sheet Metal 1255 South 13th Street Omaha, NE 68108 402-341-4305 www.hempelsheetmetal.com

Air Tech Service, Inc. 402-445-4566 11206 Taylor Street Omaha, NE 68164

Mechanical Systems 7835 F Street Omaha, NE 68127 402-339-7277 www.mechanicalsystemsomaha.com

Art Push & Sons 402-551-5418 6110 Binney Street Omaha, NE 68104 www.pushhvac.com

Mixan Heating & Air Conditioning 6135 Holmes Omaha, NE 68117 402-731-5070 www.mixanheating.com

Balcon Air and Water Balancing 712-323-0541 3215 Nebraska Avenue Council Bluffs, IA 51501 www.rasmech.com/balcon

MMC Contractors, Inc. 402-861-0681 9751 S. 142nd Street Omaha, NE 68138 www.mmccontractors.com

Coughlin & Sons dba Bladt Heating & Air Conditioning 402-250-8975 8102 Maple Omaha, NE 68134

Norlock Metal Products 2651 St. Mary’s Avenue Omaha, NE 68105 402-341-2360 www.norlock.net

Blankman Services Heating & Cooling 402-306-7154 2225 Hanscom Blvd Omaha, NE 68105

Prairie Mechanical 2842 Tucker Street Omaha, NE 68112 402-331-4050 www.prairiemech.com

Controlled Comfort Engineering 402-333-2775 11701 Centennial Road #1 Omaha, NE 68144 www.controlledcomfort.com Cornhusker Heating & Air Conditioning 402-464-3159 2959 Cornhusker Hwy Lincoln, NE 68501 Excel Plumbing and Heating 402-934-7322 1101 Locust Avenue Papillion, NE 68046

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K & S Mechanical Heating & Cooling 402-443-1033 1838 Sutton Drive Wahoo, NE 68066

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Sol Lewis Engineering 8808 J Street Omaha, NE 68127 402-331-6171 www.sollewis.com Waldinger Corporation 4226 South 80th Street Omaha, NE 68127 402-339-2666 www.waldinger.com

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Kids Can Community Center 4860 Q St. Omaha, NE 68117 402-731-6988 ncontreras@kidscanomaha.org kidscanomaha.org

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands 10831 Old Mill Road, Suite 400 Omaha, NE 68154 402-330-2449 alathrop@bbbsomaha.org www.bigomaha.org

Latino Center of the Midlands 4821 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-733-2720 info@latinocenterofthemidlands.org www.latinocenterofthemidlands.org www.facebook.com/ LatinoCenteroftheMidlands

Boys Town 4612 S. 25th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-676-9669 rafael.santa-maria@boystown.org www.boystown.org

Stephen Center, Inc. 2723 Q St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-715-5441 del.bomberger@stephencenter.org www.stephencenter.org

Habitat for Humanity — ReStore 1003 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68102 402-934-1033 sarment@habitatomaha.org www.habitatomaha.org

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Our organiza on originated in South Omaha but we now have members from the greater metropolitan area who are interested in all types of gardening. We generally meet at the Douglas County Extension Center at 8015 W. Center Road the last Fri. of each month at 7:00 but have mee ngs at other loca ons during the year to tour gardens.

We plant and have maintained the Bailey WYE garden at the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium since 1983.

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Come join us to hear speakers and meet other gardeners who love plants and to share ideas.

Contact Paul Evans at pkene71@yahoo.com for more informa on.

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Member directory The Salvation Army Kroc Center 2825 Y St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-905-3500 www.omahakroc.org Victory Boxing Club 3009 R St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-612-8491 www.victoryboxingclub.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

FOOD Greater Omaha Packing Co., Inc. 3001 L St. Omaha, NE 68107 800-747-5400 info@greateromaha.com www.greateromaha.com Promex 5001 S. 36th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-734-0440 www.promex-ltd.com

MANUFACTURING Phillips Manufacturing 4949 S. 30th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-339-3800 www.phillipsmfg.com

RETAIL ARTS & ARTISTS Prouty Place 4825 S. 25th St. Omaha, NE 68107 johntheartwelder@hotmail.com www.facebook.com/johntheartwelder

BUILDING MATERIALS A & R Salvage & Recycling 2820 Vinton St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-346-4470 sales@arsalvage.com www.arsalvage.com

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(402) 733-5444

www.eddiescatering.com Off premise catering or use one of our locations.

Eddie’s Social Hall 5009 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68107

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Millard Social Hall 10508 S. 144th St. Omaha, NE 68138

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Member directory CONSUMER GOODS El Vaquero Imports 4910 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-731-4381 jgonzalez@elvaqueroimports.com www.elvaqueroimports.com E-Z Money Jewelry & Loan 4721 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-731-8344

GROCERY Supermercado NF SpartanNash 7401 F St. Omaha, NE 68127-1857 402-399-9244

HARDWARE & SUPPLY Petersen & Michelsen Hardware Supply Company 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 Larry Ferguson Studio 1701 Vinton St. Omaha, NE 68108-1432 402 341-5752 larry@fergusonstudio.com www.fergusonstudio.com

LatPro Studios P.O. Box 7350 4907 S. 25th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-734-3240 info@latprostudios.com latprostudios.com www.facebook.com/latpro.omaha

RESTAURANTS El Alamo 4917 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-731-8969

Piccolo Pete’s Restaurant 2202 S. 20th St. Omaha, NE 68108 402-306-5088 scott_sheehan@aol.com piccolopetesrestaurant.net Subway/Goodrich Ice Cream 2302 L St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-733-8733 www.subway.com

Howard’s Charro Cafe 4443 S. 13th St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-731-3776

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Alphabetic Member Listings BUSINESS SERVICES Catalan Consulting ............................................................................ 45 CenturyLink ....................................................................................... 45 Connoisseur Media ............................................................................ 44 Cox Media ......................................................................................... 44 E Creative .......................................................................................... 44 Ed Dale Properties ............................................................................. 47 Eddie’s Catering ................................................................................. 45 First National Bank ............................................................................ 44 Good Shepherd Funeral Home ............................................................ 46 Hayes and Associates CPA ................................................................. 46 Infinity Associates ............................................................................. 47 Joe Vukov Real Estate & Insurance Agency ........................................ 47 Lamar Outdoor Advertising ................................................................. 44 Liberty Tax Service............................................................................. 46 Mundo Latino Publications, LLC ......................................................... 46 OneWorld Community Health Centers, Inc. ......................................... 46 Omaha World-Herald ........................................................................... 44 Property Ventures, LLC ....................................................................... 47 Security National Bank ....................................................................... 45 US Bank Home Mortgage ................................................................... 45

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS El Museo Latino ................................................................................. 47 Kiwanis Club of Omaha, Inc. ............................................................... 48 Restoration Exchange Omaha ............................................................ 48

COMMUNITY SERVICES AIM Institute ..................................................................................... 48 Bellevue University ............................................................................ 48 Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands ............................................ 51 Bob Whitehouse — Board of Regents ................................................. 49 Boys Town ......................................................................................... 51 City Council, District 4 ....................................................................... 49

City of Omaha — Office of the Mayor.................................................. 49 City of Omaha Parks and Recreation .................................................. 50 Habitat for Humanity — ReStore ........................................................ 51 Kids Can Community Center ............................................................... 51 Language and Culture School of Omaha ............................................. 49 Latino Center of the Midlands ............................................................ 51 Learning Community of Douglas and Sarpy Counties ........................... 50 Metropolitan Community College ....................................................... 49 Omaha Police Department — Southeast Precinct ............................... 50 Omaha Public Library — South Branch................................................ 50 Project OMAHA .................................................................................. 49 Stephen Center, Inc. .......................................................................... 51 The Salvation Army Kroc Center ......................................................... 52 Victory Boxing Club ........................................................................... 52

INDUSTRY Greater Omaha Packing Co., Inc. ........................................................ 52 Sheet Metal Workers Union ................................................................ 52 Superior Lighting, Inc. ........................................................................ 52 Phillips Manufacturing ....................................................................... 52 Promex .............................................................................................. 52

RETAIL A & R Salvage & Recycling ................................................................ 52 Arnold Clark Studio ............................................................................ 53 El Alamo ............................................................................................ 53 El Vaquero Imports ............................................................................. 53 E-Z Money Jewelry & Loan ................................................................. 53 Howard’s Charro Cafe ......................................................................... 53 Larry Ferguson Studio ........................................................................ 53 Latino Productions and Management ................................................. 53 Petersen & Michelsen Hardware Supply Company .............................. 53 Piccolo Pete’s Restaurant .................................................................. 53 Prouty Place ...................................................................................... 52 Subway/Goodrich Ice Cream .............................................................. 53 Supermercado NF SpartanNash .......................................................... 53

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MAY 1-3, 2015 A family fun-filled day of activities for everyone with Carnival, Games, Live Entertainment, Parade, Food, Kid's Section, Mariachi Mass, Concerts and much more!

Register for booth and parade online

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29 Y LEaVEnWOrTH 2900 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 (402) 346-2447 7 am to 10 pm

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36 Y Q 18 y ViNToN 3548 Q St. Omaha, NE 68107 (402) 733-4700 6 am to 11 pm

1826 Vinton St. Omaha, NE 68108 (402) 346-7487 7 am to 10 pm

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