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Through November 30 sometimes.we.cannot. be.with.our. bodies. by Vanessa German The Union for Contemporary Art 2423 North 24th Street, Omaha “this work is a dimensional living reckoning. the living reckoning is bold, eruptive, disruptive work against systems & pathologies that oppress & subvert overt & covert violence onto & into the lives & humanity of marginalized people on this land.”

Joslyn Art Museum, 2200 Dodge St. Drawing on the art historical traditions of Pointilism and Geometric Abstraction, Paul Anthony Smith creates “picotages,” named for a pattern printing technique that entails pressing textured blocks onto fabric. Trained in ceramics, Smith uses sharp, wooden tools to stipple the surfaces of photographs he has taken in New York City and Jamaica that examine the African and Caribbean diasporas.

THROUGH JANUARY, 19, 2020 This project is supported in part by the National Word and Image: Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about The Saint John’s Bible Joslyn Art Museum, 2200 Dodge St. how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www. Featuring the first handwritten illuminated Bible commissioned by a Benedictine Monastery arts.gov. since the fifteenth century, The Saint John’s The exhibition is also made possible through the Bible incorporates contemporary imagery and support of the Nebraska Arts Council and the events to connect traditional medieval craftsNebraska Cultural Endowment. The Nebraska manship with the twenty-first century. https:// Arts Council, a state agency, has supported this www.joslyn.org program through its matching grants program Through February, 2, 2020 funded by the Nebraska Louder than Words: Legislature, the National Endowment for the Rock, Power, and Politics Arts and the Nebraska Cultural Endowment.

Durham Museum, 801 S. 10th St. Visit www.nebraskaartscouncil.org for information on how the Nebraska Arts Council This exhibit explores how rock music has shaped cultural norms on topics such as civil can assist your organization, or how you can rights, feminism, war, and more. Historical artisupport the Nebraska Cultural Endowment. facts, photos, and videos show how the power For the 2019 Wanda D. Ewing Commission, of rock has influenced politics throughout the Pittsburgh-based artist Vanessa German American history. https://durhammuseum.org presents sometimes.we.cannot.be.with.our.

THROUGH MARCH 8, 2020 bodies. — a multimedia installation that SOUND THE ALARM: THE MAKING OF THE originated at the Mattress Factory in OMAHA FIRE DEPARTMENT Pittsburgh, PA and is being reimagined at The Durham Museum, 801 S 10th St. Union. In the artist’s own words, “this work is The Omaha Fire Department traces its roots to a dimensional living reckoning. the living reckoning is bold, eruptive, disruptive work against 1860 when the city’s first firefighting company was founded. Using documents from the Byron systems & pathologies that oppress & subvert Reed Collection this exhibit chronicles the overt & covert violence onto & into the lives & Omaha Fire Department’s late 19th century humanity of marginalized people on this land.” beginnings. sometimes.we.cannot.be.with.our.bodies. was originally conceived for the Mattress Factory www.focusomaha.com in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 2017. It was organized for The Union by Nicole J. Caruth.

INFLUENCE Before traveling to The Union, the exhibition Thru August 20, 2020 was presented at The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville.

Tuesday | 11 AM - 5 PM Wednesday | 11 AM - 5 PM THROUGH DECEMBER 6 | Reagan Pufall Thursday | 11 AM - 8 PM Fred Simon Gallery, 1004 Farnam St. The North Dakota native who currently lives in Friday | 11 AM - 5 PM Saturday | 11 AM - 5 PM Omaha teaches art and design, and practices Sunday & Monday | Closed photography. He has received several awards and nominations, including an OEAA 2018 Best New Media Artist nomination. Admission: free. KANEKO 1111 Jones St. Omaha, NE 68102 www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov THROUGH JANUARY, 19, 2020 Paul Anthony Smith

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Creativity Begins with an Idea.

Nothing exists by itself; everything has something next to it. Something changes drastically depending on what is next to it.

– Jun Kaneko The exploration and celebration of the creative process are at the core of the KANEKO mission.

To seek out the challenges of artistry and to discuss the diversity of creative thought in philanthropy, education, and the sciences is what connects all KANEKO programs, exhibitions, and partnerships. This is the vein that passes through the diverse offerings of KANEKO, containing the unique and irreplaceable voice of one of the greatest artisans in history.

To influence is to enact change; to sway the course of history and challenge the boundaries of what was once believed to be limitations. Jun Kaneko has forged this path for countless artists, educators, and creative thinkers around the lioiooityrworld, and in the founding of KANEKO has created for the Omaha Community a space in which to be inspired and to enact change.

Through the exploration of physical space, artistic themes, history, and experience, the season of INFLUENCE will examine the history of change at KANEKO while celebrating the future of the organization which has become a driving force for inclusion and diversity of creative thought in Omaha.

The artists and collaborators participating in INFLUENCE will illustrate the importance of the creative process, visually and emotionally impact visitors, and present a unique vision that is the hallmark of KANEKO exhibitions. The INFLUENCE season displays the creative work of KANEKO founder and Japanese ceramist Jun Kaneko and how his work, teaching, and creative philosophy has impacted the Omaha community and beyond.

INFLUENCE explores the results of living and collaborating within a creative environment, showcasing the history of the creative community in Omaha and how the path of creative individuals impacts the lives of others.

The season will highlight projects by previous KANEKO program partners and explore how their work has changed since their creative debut at KANEKO. Their stories, combined with the stories of previous employees and apprentices of the Jun Kaneko Studio, the Bemis Residency Program, and the collective visiting audience of the Omaha community, will showcase the overarching narrative of creative inclusion that KANEKO has assisted in facilitating over the ten-year history of the organization.

December 7, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm KANEKO 1111 Jones St. Omaha, NE 68102 Free Open to the Public

Discovering new meanings of health.

Stories and storytelling create the capability for communities and individuals to adapt, adjust and manage when faced with physical, mental or societal challenges and changes.

KANEKO presents it’s newest Partner Program, What’s Your Story: The Healing Power of Words, where you are invited to create and explore innovative meanings of health and sickness.

What’s Your Story: The Healing Power of Words offers a safe space to discover and write about new meanings of health and dis-ease as it applies to you and the community around you.

This workshop meets on the first Saturday of every month to write our experiences into existence. This program is free and open to the public. Space is limited and registration is required.

Things That Move Us

Join tbd. dance collective for their first workshop within the MOVEMENT Series. During this interactive workshop, attendees will have the opportunity to not only learn about but also to engage with tbd.’s process of creating movement influenced by objects. The artists will demonstrate choreography created in response to various props and share how they were utilized within performance. Then, through a series of guided exercises and improvisation, attendees will interact with props + objects to create their own movement.

This workshop is open to all levels and abilities.

No dance background is required to participate.

Those who do not wish to participate in the movement portion, but would like to attend are invited and welcome to observe the process.

Seats will be provided for all attendees. Space is very limited and registration is required.

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TREE LIGHTING & HOLIDAY PARADE Wednesday, November 27, 6pm-7:30pm Join us for our annual kickoff to the holiday season with our spectacular parade and the lighting of our breathtaking holiday tree in the center of Main Street!

Enjoy performances from the SNJ Singers, Bellevue West ROTC, PLV South HS Titan Marching Band, award winning Stepper-ettes Baton & Dance and many more!

Miss Nebraska, Allie Swanson, will be making an appearance in our parade along with many your favorite characters and of course SANTA! Hosted by Omaha’s Greatest Hits 99.9 KGOR

largest indoor Christmas tree!

SANTA’S MAGIC 2019 Nov. 29 through Dec. 23 Omaha Children’s Museum, 500 S 20th St. Various showtimes The holiday tradition families love returns for another enchanting season. Santa’s Magic is an interactive show with indoor snowfall and delightful characters like the Snow Queen, Santa’s elves, and of course, Santa Claus. At the end of each show, children will be able to talk one-on-one with Santa and get their picture taken with him. Multiple shows will be held daily and are included with museum admission.

The last half-hour of the day is a chance to YMCA Turkey Trot Run/Walk meet Santa and the holiday characters, and will Thursdday, November 28, 9am-11am The YMCA hosts a free 5K/1-mile run/walk on not include a show.

Show schedule Thanksgiving morning with music, hot chocolate, and fun! Dress like a turkey for prizes. This Tuesdays through Fridays (and Monday, Dec. 23): is a free community run that helps support the 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm Micah House food pantry by donating canned Saturdays: 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, food items that morning.

1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm Location: Stir Concert Cove Parking Lot, 1 Sunday: 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, Harrah’s Blvd., Council Bluffs, IA 4:30pm Santa’s Arrial Friday, November 29, 10am Omaha Children’s Museum, 500 S 20th St. Join us as we welcome Santa Claus back to the museum with a grand arrival! Following the arrival of Santa and his friends, guests can meet them at performances of “Santa’s Magic,” which will be held at multiple times daily through Dec. 23.

Lights of Aksarben - Tree Lighting Friday, November 29, 6pm Stinson Park, 2232 S. 64th St., Omaha Join us in Stinson Park for the Lights of Aksarben Tree Lighting. Be there by 6pm to help The Godfather count it down. There will be a heated tent, free horse and carriage rides, free face painting, free food and drink from Hilton Garden Inn Omaha Aksarben Village and the wonderful sounds of the Salem Baptist Church!

SANTA’S WORKSHOP Don’t forget Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive Friday, November 29 , 12pm - December 24, 6pm after we light the tree! Special thanks to RentShadow Lake Towne Center, 7775 Olson Dr. al City Omaha, Midwest Sound & Lighting and Santa Claus is coming to town!

Resource Rental for donating their services You can see him daily at his workshop, located this season. We have so much to be grateful for near Dream Dress Express. Stop by the workthis season so come have some fun! shop for professional photos, crafts and much more! Download the new app to learn about 16th Annual Holiday Celebration special events and offers.

Friday, November 29 (Black Friday) Sponsored by Core Bank Christmas at Union Station presented Village Pointe, 168th & West Dodge, Omaha

by First National Bank The Peppermint Elves Family Holiday Concert Tree Lighting Ceremony – 6:00 pm | Children’s Hospital & Medical Friday, November 29 , 4pm Center Amphitheater The Durham Museum, 801 S 10th St., Omaha – Core Bank will be on hand to distribute jingle Included w/ Museum Admission (Free for Members!) bells to children so they can help “ring in” Santa Friday, November 29, 4-8pm Claus to Center Court.

(Tree Lighting at approximately 7pm) – Free hot cider and cookies provided by BRAThe Christmas at Union Station festivities VO! will be handed out by Core Bank. begin with the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Enjoy loads of entertainment including cookie Santa Parade 7pm | Center Court & Rounddecorating and holiday crafts at the David M. about Mangelsen’s Craft Corner, live music, plus San- – Santa will arrive by “Cinderella” carriage and led by the Arlington High School marching ta himself! All the good tidings and cheer lead band along with favorite storybook and holiday up to the signature tradition of the night: the community countdown to lighting the region’s characters.

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– The parade starts on the west end of “Main Street” and runs to the east end then winds back to the roundabout area.

Kids Workshop: Build a Stocking Ornament Saturday, November 30, 9am -12pm Home Depot, at your nearest store Have fun making your own stocking ornament this holiday season, then paint your creation to make it truly unique. Kids Workshops provide a mix of skill-building, creativity, and safety for future DIYers every month in Home Depot stores across the country. After registering for the next Workshop, download these exclusive extension activities from Discovery Education.

Each extension provides opportunities to reimagine or use their Workshop creation in an unexpected new way. To register, visit HomeDepot.com/workshops Lakeshore’s Free Crafts for KidS Saturday, November 30, 11am Lakeshore Learning, 12005 W. Center Rd. Free Crafts for Kids, Ages 3 and up

CARRIAGE RIDES AT VILLAGE POINTE Saturday, November 30, 1pm Holiday shoppers can enjoy complimentary horse and carriage rides throughout the center on Saturdays from 1-5pm Pick up and drop off in front of fireplace by Marcus Village Pointe Cinema.

Saturday, Nov. 30, Saturday, Dec. 7, Saturday, Dec. 14 & & Saturday, Dec. 21 Handmade Omaha Winter Art & Craft Bazaar Saturday November 30, 10am & Sunday, December 1, 12pm Bancroft Street Market, 2702 S 10th St. Shop local and shop handmade at the 8th annual Handmade Omaha Winter Art & Craft Bazaar! Free admission and free parking.

Local makers will be selling their unique goods, everything from jewelry to soap, kids goods, and gifts!

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HOLIDAY LIGHTS FESTIVAL KETV FAMILY FESTIVAL Sunday, December 1, 12pm- 5pm Downtown Omaha, 1205 Harney St., Omaha The KETV Family Festival, sponsored by Lincoln Financial Group, offers an afternoon of free family fun. Six Downtown arts and cultural venues will provide free admission and Visit Santa’s Live Reindeer at Regency hands-on activities for the entire family. Free Saturday, November 30, 1pm -4pm trolley service provided by Ollie the Trolley Regency, 120 Regency Pkwy., Omaha will connect all participating locations from Visit Santa’s live reindeer in Center Court. Visit noon to 5pm. Families are encouraged to “Shine Santa from noon until 8 p.m. the Light on Hunger” and bring non-perishable foods and household goods for donation. Food Santa in the Village + donation collection bins will be located at most Holiday Pop-Up Shops Family Festival venues. For more details visit Saturday, November 30, 1pm holidaylightsfestival.org Rockbrook Village, 2800 S 110th Ct, Omaha From 1pmm-4pm join us for an afternoon of 2019 Participating Organizations fun, FREE, holiday fun for the whole family!

Omaha Children’s Museum, 500 S 20th Street Enjoy free carriage rides PLUS visit Santa and Engage in active play in the museum’s exhibits. his reindeer in our center plaza area where Visit Santa and his elves in the festivelykids can also enjoy free hot cocoa & cookies. decorated Santa’s Magic exhibit.

You might also find the Grinch lurking around Enjoy the free Freezing Cold Science Shows in that afternoon as well! Pop-Up Shops can be the Science Theatre. found throughout the Village that day from 11 Take a carousel or train ride for $2 each. am - 5pm. Maps will be available in the center Omaha Police Mounted Patrol Barn, 615 plaza area by the free cookies and hot cocoa.

Leavenworth Street Tour the stables and visit with Santa.

Christmas at the Orchard – Meet and greet with the officers and horses.

Saturday November 30,4pm -9pm Learn how police officers care for the animals Nov. 30 & Dec. 7, 14 & 21, FREE at the Mounted Patrol Barn and get your picDitmar’s is lighting the front of the orchard ture taken with the horses; officers will present with an impressive drive-by and walkthrough horse demonstrations. display of lights. No admission charge! Then, Cowboy hat decorating. warm up inside with hot apple cider, mulled Pony rides. wine & cider, chili or soup!

Face painting and balloon art.

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Carriage Rides & Santa in the Village @ Rockbrook Saturday November 30, 1pm-4pm Rockbrook Village, 2800 S. 110th Ct., Omaha Visit Santa, his reindeer, and The Grinch, and enjoy free carriage rides.

The Durham Museum, 801 South 10th Street Experience the wonder of the season at The Durham Museum during Christmas at Union Station.

carriage rides, bonfire, visits with Santa, popcorn, hot chocolate, photos with live reindeer and more.

Joslyn Art Museum, 2200 Dodge Street Explore Joslyn Art Museum’s galleries including the exhibitions Word and Image: The Saint John’s Bible and Everyday People: The Art of

kids eat free on mondays Monday, December 2 Hector’s, 1201 S. 157th St., Omaha, NE 68130

Downtown YMCA, 430 S. 20th Street Experience the YMCA with an interactive See Omaha’s largest indoor Christmas tree, activity tour. The tour includes holiday-themed visit with Santa and enjoy family-friendly holiday activities, including live musical perfor- crafts, healthy snack station, holiday music – and a final stop visiting Santa. Write your mances.

Christmas letter/list to Santa while warming up with hot chocolate and cookies.

Visit the Holiday Cultural Trees exhibit, an annual favorite which highlights the holiday TIME - PERFORMANCE GROUP - LOCATION traditions of approximately a dozen cultures in 12 – 12:45pm Flatwater Drifters the Omaha community.

W. Dale Clark Library (Coffee Shop Area) 1:15 – 2pm Acapella Omaha Chorus View the wonderful temporary exhibitions W. Dale Clark Library (Coffee Shop Area) on display including Race: Are We So Differ2:30 – 3:15pm Woodwind Quintet ent? and Louder Than Words: Rock, Power & W. Dale Clark Library (Coffee Shop Area) Politics.

12pm – 12:45pm Rich Blues & More Joslyn Art Museum (Fountain Court) W. Dale Clark Library, 215 South 15th Street 1pm – 1:45pm A Ring of Flutes Meet and get your photo taken with Bruce the Joslyn Art Museum (Atrium) Bear and OPL’s mascot Scamper.

2 – 2:45pm Omaha Tuba Christmas Take home your very own children’s book for Joslyn Art Museum (Witherspoon Hall) FREE — while supplies last.

1:30 – 2:30pm Rich Blues & More Family members of all ages can hear live Downtown YMCA (Roaming) holiday music, color and listen to storytimes by 2:30 – 3:30pm Nebraska Wind Symphony OPL librarians.

Brass Quintet Downtown YMCA

Winter Wonderland Saturday November 30, 5pm – 9pm) Papillion Enjoy a variety of activities including

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November BYO event, The Down Under, 3pm Christmas in Olde Towne, Washington Park, 4pm Holiday Harmony featuring Charles Christenson Lauritzen Gardens , 4pm Old Market Holiday Tour, 5pm Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 6pm

WEDNESDAY november 27 1 Year Anniversary Party Rathskeller Bier Haus , 3pm A Hippy Hour Thanksgiving Potluck The Down Under Lounge, 3p Bash, Bailie and Myles, The Jewell, 6:30pm Blue Collar Boxing - Unions United For Good Baxter Arena, 7pm Falsifier, Loser, + Locals at Lookout Lounge, 7pm Flyover States, 1867 Bar, 7pm Best of Clash, Omaha Funny Bone, 7:30pm 10th Annual Canned In Benson Food Drive and Songwriter Showcase, Barley Street Tavern, 8pm Black Mountain w/ Ryley Walker, Slowdown, 8pm Bash, Bailie and Myles, The Jewell, 8:30pm HIDE, Histrionic, Plack Blague Bourbon Theatre, 9pm See Through Dresses, Reverb Lounge, 9pm Control: A Joy Division Tribute The Waiting Room Lounge, 9pm 5th Annual Thanksguzzling Eve Bash The Cove Lounge and Grille, 9pm Canned in Benson, Barley Street, 9pm Feast And Feathers Trail Races

THURSDAY november 28 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Kids Run, 8am

FRIDAY november 29

Willis? w/ The New Jan Bradys & Gary Long Harney Street Tavern, 7pm

Chris Shelton, The Cove Lounge, 5pm

Saul, The End In Red, Mind Flight, Molten (EP Release), Lookout Lounge, 7pm

Nick Schnebelen Band, The B. Bar, 5pm

Big Canvas, The Backline, 7pm

Lights of Aksarben, Stinson Park, 6pm

Juke Butter: Funky Soulful Jazz Trio The Jewell, 7pm

A Liz Gre Soul Night, Birthday Edition The Jewell, 6:30pm

Not U Two, Vino Mas, 7pm

Cirque Musica Presents Holiday Wishes Baxter Arena, 7pm

Des Moines Buccaneers at Omaha Lancers Ralston Arena, 7:05pm

Falling in Reverse w/ Set It Off, Tom MacDonald, Slowdown, 7pm

Harry Potter And The Prisoner of Azkaban™ In Concert, Holland Center, 7:30pm

The 2019 3-Person Improv Competition The Backline, 7pm

Holiday at Hogwarts 2019, Apollon, 7:30pm

Adam Ray, Omaha Funny Bone, 7:30pm

Thayo, Black Caillou, babyzae, Hakim, Vono Bourbon Theatre, 8pm

Santa’s Sleigh Ride, City of La Vista, 3pm Holiday Harmony featuring Ashley Mohling Lauritzen Gardens, 4pm Holiday Harmony featuring Annie Dilocker Lauritzen Gardens, 6pm A Christmas Carol Omaha Community Playhouse,6:30pm Ed Archibald, Saxophonist, The Jewell 6:30p La Vista Tree Lighting Celebration & Soup Supper City of La Vista, 5:45pm

MONDAY december 2 Family Night w/ Santa, The Durham Museum, 5pm Ozone Big Band: Bob Fields, Ozone Lounge, 7pm Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s Wild & Swingin’ Holiday Party Holland Performing Arts Center, 7:30pm

Satchel Grande, Waiting Room Lounge, 9pm

Karaoke, Moe and Curly’s, 9pm

Comedy Roast Battle, Barley Street Tavern, 9pm

Hi-Fi Hangover, Ozone Lounge, 9pm

DJ, Retro Rewind, 9pm

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Adam Ray, Omaha Funny Bone, 9:30pm

The Prince Experience w/ DJ Crabrangucci Slowdown, 9pm

A Liz Gre Soul Night, Birthday Edition The Jewell, 8:30pm Interrogated, The Backline, 9pm

Cheshire Grin, Stocks n Bonds, 9:30pm

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Dirt Time: An Animal Tracking Family Adventure Jared William Gottberg, Harney Street Tavern, 9pm Fontenelle Forest Nature Center, 9am Holiday Harmony featuring Nancy Rix Lauritzen Gardens, 12pm

Thanksgiving w/ Digital Leather ~ Solid Goldberg.

Holiday Harmony featuring Sherri Galovich O’Leaver’s, 10pm Lauritzen Gardens , 2pm Tree Lighting Ceremony at The Durham Museum 6 year Anniversary Party, Vino Mas, 2pm Durham Museum, 4pm

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Elf the Musical, Rose Theater, 2pm

AS IF, Reverb Lounge, 9pm

Awesome Sound, Brokedown Palace, 8pm

Karaoke, Retro Rewind, 7:30pm

THANKS 4 SPANKS, The Sydney, 9pm

Holiday Harmony featuring Lisa Lybeck Lauritzen Gardens, 2pm

Ska & Reggae Night w/The Bishops & 23rd Vibra- Creighton Bluejays Men’s Basketball vs. Oral Roberts Golden Eagles Men’s Basketball tion, The Down Under,8:30pm CHI Health Center, 7:30pm Mr. Sinister at The New Frontier Bar, 8:30pm Dirty Honey, Bourbon Theatre, 8pm Punch Clock Martyrs // Stately Wayne Manor // Blue Monday Blues Jam Zachariah, Barley Street Tavern, 9pm The Down Under Lounge, 9pm The Mighty Shipwrecks Live Havana Garage, 9pm Allah-Las with Mapache & Tim Hill Slowdown, 9pm Trivia, Julio’s, 9pm

Noir Omaha Presents: Black Friday Lookout Lounge, 8pm

DJ Sweetlife, The Cove Lounge, 9pm

Spencelove//G3//Angie Spence, O’Leaver’s,10pm Zoo Open on Thanksgiving Day The 2019 2-Person Improv Competition Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, 10am The Backline, 9pm Dapper Kings, Havana Garage, 7pm

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Great Team Hero at Winchester Bar & Grill, 9pm The Rare Candies ~ Bernie & The Wolf ~ Bach Mai, O’Leaver’s, 10pm FriendsGiving 2019, Slowdown, 12pm Holiday Harmony featuring David Hendrixson Lauritzen Gardens, 12pm Holiday Lights Festival Downtown Omaha, 12pm

Family Night with Santa at The Durham Museum, 5pm

TUESDAY december 3 Xtreme Music Bingo, Observatory Bar, 7pm Open Mic & Jam, Therapy Bar, 7pm Open Jam, Barley Street Tavern, 8pm Spencer’s Trivia Dojo The Down Under Lounge, 8p Tuesday Night Karaoke : Deontae Moe and Curly’s, 9pm Open Mic (Standup), The Backline, 9pm Karaoke, The Down Under Lounge, 10pm

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So part of the Satchel Grande legend is true, as confirmed by multi-instrumentalist – vocalist Chris Klemmensen. Someone handed this group of (previously not) funky white boys a Funkadelic album and it changed their world and the Omaha music scene.

Together they have become known, locally and beyond, as one of the premier funk outfits still on the case. Klemmensen and Kammerer shared their thoughts as the release of Benson Burner approached. The show also will feature Funk Trek.

“I was a grunge/hip-hop kid. I had a friend who gave me a copy of The Mothership Connection,” Klemmensen recalled. “It changed everything.

Thrift stores were abundant and brimming with awesome funk albums when the band was forming. There was a lot of fuel for guys to hear and share with each other.”

Additional influences are fairly obvious, according to Klemmensen, and include midto-late 70s pop, funk, disco that led into early 80s r&b. Prince, The Gap Band, Rick James and Kool & the Gang feed into the mix.

“We all contribute on the album with our parts, solos and vocals, but we basically have the entire road mapped for us with Chris’ initial demo recordings,” Kammerer stressed. “With literally 100 or more . . . demos in his vault at home, he brings the cream.”

While many bands come and go, Satchel Grande has managed to keep a 10-piece lineup together. Kammerer said it’s been relatively easy with these guys.

As noted, this latest serving of cream is called Benson Burner – a great pun on the Bunsen burner open-flamed gas burner used in labs.

Kammerer feels the title speaks for itself.

“We all know our role, all trust the process and enjoy each other’s company and contributions,” he offered. “Obviously, there are always scheduling challenges when you’re dealing with 10 people . . . But if you schedule far enough out, we make it work.”

“Some high-flying sprints of guitars, horns, heavy synths and layers upon layers of vocals,” he said. “It still has the signature Grande sound, and we’ve been playing a few of these songs for a year or so. But there a number of new tunes that we are unveiling on Black Friday at Waiting Room.”

Andy Kammerer agreed. “True story. I was into some pretty heavy metal in middle school/high school. It was rad.”

On Friday, Satchel Grande releases its sixth album, Benson Burner, at a release party at The Waiting Room in Benson. Now 13 years into their funk voyage, the band lineup remains solid.

Klemmensen is on lead vocals, percussion, keys, guitar, drums, and more; Kammerer handles keys, vocals, and percussion; bass duties go to Bob Ragorshek III; Action Johnsen is on guitar, keys, and percussion; (did we mention they’re funky) Matt McLarney does vocals, keys, and percussion; Willie Karpf is on baritone saxophone; playing tenor sax and flute is James “Cuato” Ballarin; with Shawn Cox on guitar; Carlos Figueroa on drums and percussion; and Travis Potter on trumpet and flugelhorn.

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Klemmensen agreed and said the band members are all grown up and appreciate the value of each other’s time.

“Practices are very focused. Everybody in the band is aware of the virtue in our stacking of very specific parts on top of each other and how they all culminate collectively,” he stated.

“We are all very focused on the final sound. We all have our lanes and do a good job of staying in them.”

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Kammerer said the Satchel Grande creative process begins with Klemmensen bringing new songs in demo form to the band for the members to learn. That also means it’s time to get ready for the next gig.

For the first time Satchel Grande will have three keyboard stations on stage.

“I hope you’re all in on synths,” Kammerer said.

“We definitely are.”

Klemmensen pointed out the band will play the new album in its entirety, plus a dozen other songs.

As for the show, Kammerer said you will have to be there, and he feels sorry for The Waiting Room staff that will “have to clean up all this mess.”

The future is anyone’s guess. “After 13 years, we’re pretty much playing with house money at this point. Once people stop showing up and giving us the fuel to keep the fire going, we’ll pull the kill switch and try something else out.

“Maybe we can start a band with 20 dudes and see how that goes.”

Don’t expect that any time soon, because Kammerer said his partner-in-crime remains hard at work creating more funk.

“He already has the next album started, no foolin’.”

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8 CDC Health Tips for a Safe and Healthy Holiday

By Focus Omaha

Flu vaccination can reduce your risk of getting sick with flu and can prevent serious flu complications. Flu vaccine has other benefits, too, including being lifesaving for children, protecting pregnant women and their babies, and reducing the risk of heart attack in people with “The holiday season is a time to reflect on family heart disease. and friends, but don’t forget to take time to care for yourself,” said CDC Director Robert R. Red- Food Safety Food poisoning can ruin even the most festive field, M.D. “We wish you a healthy and happy celebrations. Each year, an estimated 1 in 6 New Year, and send along some reminders on Americans get sick from eating contaminated how best to keep you and your family well this food. winter.”

The holidays are a great opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends, to celebrate life, to be grateful, and to reflect on what’s important.

They are also a time to appreciate and safeguard – the gift of health.

Here are some holiday tips to support your efforts for health and safety during the season.

Eat Healthy and Be Active It can be challenging to eat healthy and stay active during the holidays. Healthy eating is all about balance and moderation. Holiday parties and big family meals may tempt us away from our healthy eating habits. Allow yourself to have your favorite foods but stick to smaller servings and balance them with healthier options. Choose fresh fruit as a festive and sweet substitute for candy. Limit fats, salt, and sugary foods and drinks.

Staying active can help you keep a healthy weight during the holiday season. Look for opportunities to work physical activities into your holiday: Go for a stroll after a family meal, take a walk at the mall, or dance to your favorite holiday music. Aim to get at least 150 minutes a week of physical activity. For example, that could be at least 20 minutes a day or 30 minutes five days a week. It’s important to move more and sit less.

Get Your Flu Vaccination Influenza (flu) is more than a cold, or even a “bad cold.” It can result in serious health complications like pneumonia, bacterial infections, hospitalization, or death. Few people get vaccinated against flu after the end of November even though flu activity peaks between December and February and can last as late as May. If you didn’t yet get a flu vaccination this season, it’s not too late! CDC recommends that everyone age 6 months and older get vaccinated now if they have not already been vaccinated this season.

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Handwashing mother helping daughter wash her hands Handwashing is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs and to keep kids and adults healthy, especially during the winter months. Evidence shows handwashing can help prevent 1 in 5 respiratory illnesses like the cold or flu, so understanding how and when to wash hands is critical for staying healthy.

CDC’s newest handwashing campaign – “Life is Better with Clean Hands” – includes resources and educational materials to help spread the word about the importance of healthy hand hygiene. If soap and water are not available, you can use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

Cold Weather Safety and Home Heating father and mother with toddler in the snow Outdoor activities during cold weather can expose you to several safety hazards, but you can take steps to be prepared while getting the exercise you need.

Start by wearing warm clothing, a wind-resistant coat or jacket, mittens, hats, scarves, and waterproof boots. To protect from hypothermia, don’t forget to dress in layers. Additional safety precautions when participating in outdoor recreation include: always carry a cell phone, work slowly when doing outside chores, sprinkle cat litter or sand on icy patches, and take along a buddy and an emergency kit.

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continued from page 18 keep your family safe from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Install a batteryoperated or battery backup CO detector where it will awaken your family at night if the alarm is triggered. Each year, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional CO poisoning not linked to fires, more than 20,000 visit the emergency room, and more than 4,000 are hospitalized.

Anyone traveling more than four hours, whether by air, car, bus, or train, can be at risk for blood clots. Blood clots can form in your legs during travel because you are sitting still in a confined space for long periods of time. Protect yourself during the holiday travel season by moving your legs frequently, know the symptoms of blood clots and when to get help and if you are at risk for blood clots talk to your doctor.

Cope with Stress Everyone—adults, teens, and even children – experiences stress from time to time. Feeling emotional and nervous or having trouble sleeping and eating can all be normal reactions to stress. Learning healthy ways to cope with stress and getting the right care and support can help reduce stressful feelings and symptoms.

For more information, see Suicide Resources for articles, publications, and additional resources.

Prevent Injuries Injuries can happen anywhere, and many occur around holidays. Take these steps to avoid common injuries: Most residential fires occur during the winter months. Keep candles away from children, pets, walkways, trees, and curtains. Never leave fireplaces, stoves, or candles unattended.

Carbon monoxide poisoning is 100% preventable. Don’t use generators, grills, or other gasoline or charcoal-burning devices inside your home or garage.

Travel Safety Winter storms and cold temperatures can be dangerous. Stay safe and healthy this winter by planning ahead. Whether you’re traveling across Brighten the holidays by making your health town or around the world, ensure that your trip and safety a priority. These tips will help keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy—and is safe: ready to enjoy the holidays. For more information about Holiday Healthy and Safe Tips visit Before traveling abroad, check out health and https://www.cdc.gov/family/holiday/index.htm safety risks at your destination. Don’t forget to and enjoy CDC’s 12 Days of Health Holiday get needed vaccinations at least 4 to 6 weeks Song. before you leave to ensure protection by the time you travel. CDC’s latest traveler’s health updates include information about measles and malaria. For more information see Traveling Abroad for the Holidays.

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Nebraska Football

By Focus Omaha

The Nebraska football team practiced for over two hours Wednesday morning in helmets only in the Hawks Championship Center.

Frost followed up by discussing his offensive line and how the unit has helped the run game the pass two games.

“Last couple of weeks we’ve opened up some bigger holes for some guys,” he said. “I think the offensive line has continued to grow, getting some of those young guys in the middle have gotten better as the year has gone along and “They’ve handled the short week well,” he said. are playing at a higher level. We’ve got our work “We’ve still got some work to do on it. Obvious- cut out for us against Iowa. They’re really stout ly with Thanksgiving tomorrow, we’re going to against the run, their front four is really good, back end comes up and tackles really well. adjust schedules a little bit, but we probably need a little work yet to make sure we have the They’re going to make us earn it, and we can’t game plan dialed in and the guys are committed just have a good play now and again, we have to be consistent.” to doing that.”

Head Coach Scott Frost addressed the media following the conclusion of practice and talked about the short week of preparation and how the team has handled it.

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Frost went on to talk about how the defense has improved since facing Minnesota.

“We gave up the one touchdown where I don’t think our eyes were good in the backfield on Saturday (at Maryland),” Frost said. “Besides that, the fits and responsibilities have been a lot better. They’re going to have to be again against Iowa, they do a great job moving the ball just like they do every year. Their quarterback can throw it, and they’ve got some weapons.

We need to be on our responsibilities and be disciplined.”

Frost also talked about how his team is preparing for the final home game of the season and the final home game for Nebraska’s seniors.

“Honestly, the whole team is having fun, the whole team is excited and anxious to play. I think there are a lot of guys that want to send the seniors out on the best note possible.”

The Huskers will continue preparations for Iowa with a walkthrough on Thursday. Nebraska will kick off against Iowa on Friday at 2:30 with television coverage provided by BTN.

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Creighton Bluejays

By Andy Roberts

Creighton put five starters in double figures and never lost the lead in an 86-70 win over Cal Poly on Friday in the first of four games in the 19th Annual Continental Tire Las Vegas Classic.

Marcus Zegarowski led everyone in scoring with 18 points and six assists. Mitch Ballock and Damien Jefferson had 17 each for CU, while Jefferson also topped Creighton with eight rebounds. The Bluejays shot 51.8 percent for the game with 16 assists and 11 steals.

Everyone needs to rebound for this club, and they need to get healthy. When that happens, and if they max out their effort, March could be fun. San Diego State is up Thanksgiving Night in Las Vegas with Iowa on Friday night as the tournament continues.

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While the first half was smooth sailing, the second half was a major letdown as Cal Poly shot 51.9 percent for the game including 9-of-19 on 3-pointers and won the rebound battle 32-25.

Sunday was a different matter as the Jays struggled in the first half on their way to a 76-67 win over North Florida. Zegarowski had 19 points and Ty-Shon Alexander added 18 for the Bluejays (4-1), who trailed 36-31 at the break. Ballock, a junior, posted his first career double-double with 15 points and a career-high 11 rebounds. Jefferson added a dozen points.

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IRA and Retirement Plan Limits for 2020

By Mike Herek IRA contribution limits The maximum amount you can contribute to a traditional IRA or a Roth IRA in 2020 is $6,000 (or 100% of your earned income, if less), unchanged from 2019. The maximum catchup contribution for those age 50 or older remains at $1,000. You can contribute to both a traditional IRA and a Roth IRA in 2020, but your total contributions can’t exceed these annual limits.

$196,000 or less (up from $193,000 in 2019).

(Again, contributions can’t exceed 100% of your earned income.)

Employer retirement plans Most of the significant employer retirement plan limits for 2020 have also increased. The maximum amount you can contribute (your “elective deferrals”) to a 401(k) plan is $19,500 in 2020 (up from $19,000 in 2019). This limit also applies to 403(b) and 457(b) plans, as well as the Federal Thrift Plan. If you’re age Traditional IRA income limits If you are not covered by an employer retire- 50 or older, you can also make catch-up ment plan, your contributions to a traditional contributions of up to $6,500 to these plans to your account in a defined contribution in 2020 (up from $6,000 in 2019). (Special IRA are generally fully tax deductible. For plan (for example, a 401(k) plan or profit-sharcatch-up limits apply to certain participants in those who are covered by an employer ing plan) in 2020 is $57,000 (up from $56,000 403(b) and 457(b) plans.) plan, the income limits for determining the in 2019) plus age 50 catch-up contributions. deductibility of traditional IRA contributions If you participate in more than one retire(This includes both your contributions and your in 2020 have increased. If your filing status ment plan, your total elective deferrals can’t employer’s contributions. Special rules apply if is single or head of household, you can fully exceed the annual limit ($19,500 in 2020 your employer sponsors more than one retirededuct your IRA contribution up to $6,000 plus any applicable catch-up contributions). ment plan.) ($7,000 if you are age 50 or older) in 2020 if Deferrals to 401(k) plans, 403(b) plans, and your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) Finally, the maximum amount of compenis $65,000 or less (up from $64,000 in 2019). SIMPLE plans are included in this aggregate If you’re married and filing a joint return, you limit, but deferrals to Section 457(b) plans

can fully deduct up to $6,000 ($7,000 if you are age 50 or older) in 2020 if your MAGI is $104,000 or less (up from $103,000 in 2019).

Roth IRA income limits The income limits for determining how much you can contribute to a Roth IRA have also increased for 2020. If your filing status is single or head of household, you can contribute the full $6,000 ($7,000 if you are age 50 or older) to a Roth IRA if your MAGI is $124,000 or less (up from $122,000 in 2019). And if you’re married and filing a joint return, you can make a full contribution if your MAGI is

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are not. For example, if you participate in both a 403(b) plan and a 457(b) plan, you can defer the full dollar limit to each plan — a total of $39,000 in 2020 (plus any catch-up contributions).

The amount you can contribute to a SIMPLE IRA or SIMPLE 401(k) is $13,500 in 2020 (up from $13,000 in 2019), and the catch-up limit for those age 50 or older remains at $3,000.

Note: Contributions can’t exceed 100% of your income.

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sation that can be taken into account in determining benefits for most plans in 2020 is $285,000 (up from $280,000 in 2019), and the dollar threshold for determining highly compensated employees (when 2020 is the look-back year) is $130,000 (up from $125,000 when 2019 is the look-back year).

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Los Mundos, “Calor Central”

By Tatiana Ballinger Los Mundos of Monterrey, Mexico is touring with Omaha collective Las Cruxes starting at the Redwood Bar in downtown Los Angeles, California, Thursday, November 21, 2019.

Yayo Trujillo, Mark Pommells and myself left the good life for a weekend tour of rock and roll premiering the newest single “Mente Enferma,” by Las Cruxes on the Latin Sony Music label.

“Rock and roll is alive! Two months ago I was not in a band and now I’m playing shows with interesting creative people. This is an amazing experience and I love it,” says Pommells, who is a long time Omaha resident on one set of keys next to Arlene Tapia on the other. Her husband José Tapia of the Mystery Suns is the west coast touring drummer for Las Cruxes with George Verdugo, ex Funeral Party from RCA Records and Vision from Burger Records for second lead guitar, and bass from William Castillo of The Famous Wolf.

Los Mundos and Las Cruxes were interviewed

by Iris De Anda for her hour slot 100 Seconds of Solitude at La Banda Elastica pirate radio station based out of the now hip Highland Park. This station has highlighted the world of Latin music for the past three years after a legacy of print media. You can listen to the station remotely on Spotify, Tune In, and other streaming platforms.

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Two musical angels landed on a night at the Redwood. Aj Davila of Davila666 shared his vision of expertise in the cave on a new Las Cruxes track while other visions of expertise crashed the stage at the Redwood. Jeff Davies of the Brian Jonestown Massacre closed for “Enemigo” before an ethereal set by Los Mundos all weekend from Tijuana to Mexicali.

“Calor Central,” by Los Mundos is represented

by Portland, Oregon psych label Little Cloud Records, Avandadoom of Monterrey, and Cardinal Fuzz Records. This humble three piece consists of Luis Angel Martinez, Alejandro Elizondo, and Ricardo Antunez Batería. Focus on tight interpretations of psychedelic rock from pensive young musicians playing for the first time in Los Angeles. Their record is available to stream digitally on Bandcamp and purchase on vinyl.

“Calor Central,” is a sunbeam at dusk of a record if we are able to lucidly romp through swaying sunbeam sunflowers at the midstalk.

You can buy them for cheap wrapped in plastic with a yellow palm every single day - a stately aesthetic - or you can enjoy them effortlessly prying through concrete on the side of the interstate.

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BARRETT’S BARLEYCORN 4322 Leavenworth St. M-F 4P-6P $2.25 Domestic Bottles $3.00 Well Drinks BROKEDOWN PALACE 8805 Maple St. Happy Hour 12P-6P $4 28 oz Domestic Frozen Mugs $5 28 oz Nebraska Brewing Cardinal Pale Ale Frozen Mug CADDYSHACK 2076 N 117th Ave & 7007 S 181st St M-F 2P-6P $1 Off Beer, Wine & Wells TUES- HAPPY HOUR All Day COHEN & KELLY’S LOUNGE 13075 W Center Rd M-F 4:30P - 6:30P Drink Specials Deja Vu Lounge 1021 South 178th St. Everyday Noon - 6pm $2.50 Draws, $3.50 Wells $2.50 Domestic Bottles

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LEAVENWORTH BAR 4556 Leavenworth St. M-F 12P-7P LOOKOUT LOUNGE 320 S 72nd St. EVERY DAY 4-7, MIDNIGHT - 2 AM $2 PBR, $2.50 Domestic Bottles, $3 Wells, $3 Fireball NOSH WINE LOUNGE 1006 Dodge St. Everyday 4P- 6P Reverse HH 10P -12A $3 Domestic Beers and Wells, $2 off Glasses of Wine, $4 House Wine PADDY’S McGOWN’S PUB & GRILL 4503 Center St. Happy Hour Specials from 3-6pm PARLIAMENT PUB DOWNTOWN 1212 Harney Street T-SUN 3p-7p Drink Specials

PARLIAMENT PUB WEST 16939 Wright Plaza M-F 3-7pm All Day Sunday! $2 Domestic Pints, $5 Vodka Red Bulls, $5 Shots & Bombs, 1/2 price Martini’s & Wines PITCH PIZZERIA 5021 Underwood Ave. 17808 Burke M-F 3P-6P $5 off any appetizer $5 off any pizza PUB134 3015 N 90th St Happy Hour ALL DAY-EVERYDAY OMAHA TAP HOUSE 1401 Farnam St. & 579 N 155th Plz M-F 3P - 6P & ALL DAY SUNDAY $1 Off All TapBeers $4 Svedka, $4 Windsor, $4 Sauza Silver, $4 Cruzan Rum

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TIGER TOM’S 7103 Military Ave M-F 4P-6P $12 Domestic Buckets Timber Wood Fire Bistro 8702 Pacific St – Countryside Village M-F Patio Only 11A-7P M-SAT 2P- 6:30P & SUN 2P-10P $2 Off Local and Craft Drafts, $2.50 Tier 1 Import and Domestics, $3 Tier 2 Import and Domestics, $3 Off Signature Cocktails, $4 Well Drinks, $2 Off Glass of Wine, $1 Off Tap Wine. & Select Gourmet Food UNDERWOOD BAR 4918 Underwood Ave M-F 4:30-6P $2 Bud and Bud Light Westend Cocktails and Appetizers 1529 S 203rd St Suite 1 M-F 3p-6P and all day Sunday $1 off all craft/import beers, $3.75 domestic bottles, $4.75 wells, $7.50 signature martinis, $2 off all other house cocktails. $8, $6, and $4 select appetizers!

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Includes several food and drink specials Zio’s Pizzeria 1109 Howard Street 7834 Dodge Street 12997 West Center Road 18110 Wright St. Lunch Specials: Every Weekday 11A-4P Every day 4-6 PM $3 imported/craft beer $3 margaritas, $3 glass of wine 50% off domestic bottled beer and 50% off tap beer.

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