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“here we are barely paying our mortgage every month. now i have a baby on the way who may or may not live. i’m obviously going to have to quit my job for a while; i ran a daycare out of my home. how do we pay to live in a hotel for two months? i don’t know what we would have done without the rainbow house.”

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A FAMILY’S JOURNEY

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THE CONFIDENCE THAT COMES WITH A FOURTH PREGNANCY, ERIC AND ANNE DEE WEISDORFER THOUGHT IT WOULD BE FUN FOR THEIR THREE DAUGHTERS TO JOIN THEM AT THE ROUTINE 22-WEEK ULTRASOUND APPOINTMENT.

Newborn Avery’s first surgery would now be scheduled to take place at Children’s, a full two and half hours away from their home in Shelton, Nebraska, meaning Anne Dee would have to give birth in Omaha, but the Weisdorfers were willing to make any sacrifice necessary to give their baby girl a chance at life.

The girls were excited, eager to discover whether they would remain a band of sisters or welcome their first brother. But the atmosphere of joy “I’m such a big planner and this was so turned abruptly serious when the beyond my control. It was so hard not exam revealed a possible heart knowing how long I was going to be abnormality. there and leaving my other kids here,” Anne Dee Weisdorfer said.

In the days following, the couple’s anxiety intensified. A perinatologist confirmed that “something” was definitely wrong with Avery’s heart, and referred them to a pediatric cardiologist who delivered the devastating news that their fourth daughter had hypoplastic left heart syndrome, a rare disorder that is invariably fatal if left untreated.

The cardiologist dispassionately presented them with four options: transplant (infant hearts are seldom available); a series of still-experimental surgeries with uncertain outcome; hospice care only; or traveling out of state for a late-stage pregnancy termination! Without any words of ~ ANNE DEE WEISDORFER sympathy or comfort, she gave them a pamphlet and sent them on their way.

when i found out about rainbow house, it took away a lot of those pressures, a lot of those worries and ‘what-ifs’.

“Here we are barely paying our mortgage every month. Now I have a baby on the way who may or may not “It took Eric and me about two minutes live. I’m obviously going to have to to decide that we owe this to her, that we quit my job for a while; I ran a daycare have to try, and then we didn’t talk for the rest of the hour and a half ride home.” out of my home. How do I pay to live in a hotel for two months? It didn’t take me long to realize I would never The Weisdorfers then turned to be prepared for what would happen to Children’s Hospital & Medical Center to us because I just didn’t know.” find a more compassionate cardiologist.

They immediately chose surgery.

a legacy of hope Another “heart mom” told her about the Carolyn Scott Rainbow House, a facility located near the hospital that provides accommodations and meals to out-oftown families of Children’s patients for a $10 nightly fee that is waived for those who simply can’t afford it.

“When I found out about Rainbow House, it took away a lot of those pressures, a lot of those worries and ‘what-ifs’,” Weisdorfer said. “I didn’t have to worry about how I was going to pay for it or where I was going to go and if it could accommodate all of us.”

Rainbow House was founded in 1983 by the determination and vision of Carolyn Scott, who passed away that same year.

“Years ago, when told that Omaha was too small of a community to have a family care facility, she thought differently,” Scott’s daughter, Sandy Parker, explained. “There was a great group of Omaha leaders that believed and supported the project then and today. Although Mother’s life was short, to have her name and legacy live on attached to the Rainbow House—we could not be prouder as a family to have her remembered through the lives of children.”

Ellen Wright, chairman of Children’s Hospital & Medical Center Foundation’s board, said she admires Scott’s unyielding determination to bring Rainbow House to fruition.

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“She was not well at the time that she community support decided to do this and she was just not “The reality is that Children’s, from its going to take no for an answer. Isn’t inception in 1948, has provided that a beautiful commentary on services that are not covered by women?” Wright said. “She saw a insurance,” Lewis explained. need and knew it had to happen and she was going to do everything she “From the beginning, also, we’ve had had to do to make this happen. And the commitment that we do not deny it’s still here!” services to any child based on inability to pay. We’ve maintained that Roger Lewis, executive director of the commitment since 1948, so that costs Foundation, says the facility has not money, too. We raise money to offset only endured, but the need for its those expenses so we can continue services has increased substantially that commitment.” three decades later.

Thus, community support is essential, “The need for that facility has Lewis emphasized. continued to grow,” he said.

“We expanded it about 10 or 12 years “It’s very unusual to have a freestanding ago and we need to expand it again to children’s hospital and we are one of the meet the needs of families.” smallest communities in the country to have one. We have a real gem here.

“We think that Mom would be sad to There are hospitals that have pediatric see how much the need has grown for wings or what we call ‘hospitals within this facility, yet proud of what Omaha a hospital’, but it’s the freestanding and Children’s Hospital & Medical children’s hospitals where you see the Center have done to continue clinical progression, the research being providing the support of families with done that really forwards pediatric care,” medical needs,” Parker said.

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“It continues to be more and more important to have that philanthropic support as we look to changes in how health care is delivered and how health care is paid for.”

Children’s service area has also expanded over 60 years, Lewis said.

“We are a regional medical center outreaching beyond Omaha. Fifty percent of our patients are from outside of Omaha. For some of our programs, we have patients that come from all over the country,” Lewis said.

“That’s where Rainbow House ties in.”

“The Rainbow House is such a special place but people don’t hear about it because it’s traditionally for people who live 60 miles or further from the hospital,” Wright said.

wine, women & shoes With an objective to bring awareness and much-needed funding to Rainbow House, Wright is a co-chair (with Erin Pogge) of the first WINE, WOMEN & SHOES fundraiser that will take place

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A FAMILY’S JOURNEY

AVERY WEISDORFER

her aunt, a retired nurse, reacted when the evening of Friday, May 10, By bringing in a younger she first heard of Avery’s condition. at Happy Hollow Country Club. demographic, fundraisers can be The event is a copyrighted concept ongoing and evolve over the years, “My aunt said she went home and told that combines wine tasting; a she explained. her husband, ‘These are the babies I marketplace featuring shoes, handbags used to rock. These are the kids I used and accessories; hors d’oeuvres and “Rainbow House was not created to to hold until they died’,” Weisdorfer desserts; and a silent and live auction. make money for the hospital or anyone said. “Avery is very, very lucky she was else and it never will,” Wright said. born in 2009.”

“What a fun idea for a women’s event.

“The expenses for the house have It’s totally different that anything certainly risen as the need has increased.

And her family is grateful that Omaha has seen. Cinderella is proof We just felt strongly that we needed to Rainbow House is available to them that a new pair of shoes can change have an event every year to generate once again. Weisdorfer said that your life!” Parker, an honorary event co- operating dollars for the House and for Avery’s sisters Kendall, Paige and chair, said. “Good wine, great women special projects if need be.”

Regan, now 13, 11 and 8, still talk and a pair of fun, new shoes—what a bright future for avery about the kid-friendly atmosphere better combination could you ask for?”

This May, soon after Wine, Women & filled with toys and books, the warm Shoes takes place, three-and-a-halfand supportive staff, and even the “With this event, we’re trying to get to a year-old Avery Weisdorfer will be great meals. different group of people, a different admitted to Children’s to undergo the market. Children’s does an extremely final surgery in a series of three.

“We have this whole city of activities successful gala in November which is to see and do, but they wanted to stay huge and very much a part of the development approach of the hospital,” “I would have never, ever dreamed she’d and play at the Rainbow House,” be in that tiny little handful of kids Weisdorfer said. “I don’t know what Wright said. “But this event is going to who have done so well. Her we would have done without fill a niche. I didn’t go to traditional cardiologist has said, and her surgeon The Rainbow House.” corporate support, so it’s a different as well, ‘this is how we would want audience, a different group. m every case to be’,” Weisdorfer said. Her Our goal is to have 300 women of voice still catches when she recalls how different age groups.”

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THURSDAY, MAY 30TH, 2013 marks the day that inclusive communities (formerly nccj) will celebrate its 75th anniversary by hosting the 58th annual humanitarian dinner awards at the embassy suites lavista. keynote speaker will be mayor cory booker from newark, new jersey. appropriately, some of the region’s most noted and active humanitarians will be among those honored.

Bruce & Stacy Simon Humanitarian Award

BRUCE & STACY SIMON

Bruce Simon is a fifth generation family owner of the Omaha Steaks® group of companies, where he serves as President and Chief Executive Officer. The company, started by his great greatgrandfather in 1917 as a custom butcher shop, has grown into the nation’s largest direct response marketer of premium beef and gourmet foods. Bruce began his full-time Omaha Steaks employment in 1981, upon graduation from the University of Pennsylvania – Wharton School of Finance, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics.

Bruce’s first full-time position post college graduation was as Assistant Plant Manager and from there he went on to hold numerous other positions throughout the company until being named President and Chief Executive Officer in 1994. Omaha Steaks and the Simon Family have a long-standing commitment to community service. Bruce lives the philosophy of “leading by example.” His decisive leadership and genuine philanthropic commitments are evident in all he does. Bruce is recognized as a strong leader in supporting the cultural arts and health and human service organizations both locally and nationally.

Over the years, Bruce has been actively involved on the boards of numerous philanthropic organizations and remains a strong supporter of organizations including the Omaha Performing Arts Society, Omaha Symphony, Joslyn Art Museum, Boys and Girls Clubs, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Multiple Sclerosis Society, American Heart Association and the Armed Forces Foundation, to name just a few. Additionally, Bruce strongly supports initiatives that help families – both company and community-wide.

On a professional level, Bruce is a past member and Chairman of the Executive Board of the Nebraska Chapter of the Young Presidents Organization. He currently serves on the board of the CEO Organization and has been a long-time member of the American Meat Institute and the North American Meat Association.

Stacy S. Simon graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics-Fashion Merchandising. Stacy moved to Omaha in 1991, when she married Bruce Simon.

Over the years, Stacy has lovingly devoted her time to

raising her daughters, Talia and Ellie, where she has been actively involved in supporting both their academic endeavors and various hobbies and areas of interest.

Stacy also has been an energetic community volunteer, currently serving on the boards of trustees for both Brownell Talbot School and The Nature Conservancy.

She leads by example through her involvement in leadership roles, orchestrating events and galas ranging from the American Heart Association Heart Ball to Opera Omaha’s Cotillion and the annual Brownell Talbot Gala. In addition, Stacy has volunteered with many other organizations including Planned Parenthood, Fontenelle Forest, Temple Israel, The Winner’s Circle, The Hope Center For Kids, Project Harmony, Lauritzen Gardens, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the various schools attended by her children.

Stacy is particularly passionate about organizations and initiatives which help children and families.

In her free time, Stacy is a certified yoga instructor, where she donates the proceeds from her classes to local charities.

Ebony Banks Inclusive Communities’ Volunteer Award eBony BankS became involved with Inclusive Communities in 2005. She is a graduate of Burke High School and works full-time as a nurse for a local health care system. She credits her experience at IncluCity for changing her perspective, “I went that weekend hoping to learn how to make a difference in my school, and change some of the injustices I saw daily, but came away with so much more than that.

I gained a family, and a great group of friends with my same goals and passion in mind. I have had so many opportunities to see how the work affects people in a positive light and the chance to grow and learn so much about myself. I was able to gain an awareness I wouldn't have otherwise had. I honestly think I would be a completely different person if I hadn't gone to camp when I was a Junior in high school.”

She says her love for the organization keeps her motivated. Her personal dream would be to work full time in the community, doing work which promotes equality and stops discrimination. Her biggest dreams for Inclusive Communities are to grow and expand reaching all members of our community and being on the forefront of change.

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You will find Ebony Banks facilitating youth and adult programs for Inclusive Communities. She is frequently found at their residential programs as the “Camp Nurse” and always has a big smile on her face along with a reassuring, positive attitude!

Jack & Stephanie Koraleski Humanitarian Award

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John J. (Jack) koraleSki was named President and Chief Executive Officer for Union Pacific Corporation and Union Pacific Railroad in March 2012, and was elected to the Board of Directors in July 2012.

Since joining the railroad in 1972, Koraleski has held a number of executive positions including controller of Union Pacific Corporation, executive vice president - Marketing and Sales and executive vice president - Finance and Information Technology of Union Pacific Railroad. He also has held positions in the railroad's Real Estate and Administrative departments. Koraleski earned both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in business administration from the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

Koraleski is a member of the national advisory committee for the College of Business Administration at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, and honorary member of the board of directors of the Nebraska Methodist Hospital and the Nebraska Methodist Hospital Foundation. He also serves on the advisory board of the Women's Center for Advancement (WCA, formerly YWCA) and has sponsored the Union Pacific YWCA campaign drive for more than 21 years, twice chairing the citywide fundraising campaign. He has chaired and co-chaired numerous charitable initiatives in our community with his wife Stephanie.

Stephanie koraleSki is the CEO of A Time to Heal, a non-profit foundation focused on addressing the needs of cancer survivors. In 2005, Stephanie and co-founder, Dr. Kay Ryan designed and implemented a 12-week wellness rehabilitation program for cancer survivors. A Time to Heal is available to patients in Omaha, in 13 other Nebraska communities, and in 5 other states. She and Dr. Ryan, have co-authored and edited 5 books on cancer survivorship and have recently produced an audio CD in Spanish to address the needs of Spanish-speaking cancer survivors. Prior to assuming the full time volunteer CEO position at A Time to Heal, Stephanie was a psychologist at the

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inclusive communities HUMANITARIAN DINNER Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center. She has taught in the graduate counseling program at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, the UNO University Division, and at Methodist College of Nursing and Allied Health.

Stephanie received her BA in Education from the University of NE-Lincoln, her Masters in Counseling from the University of NE at Omaha, and her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of NELincoln. She is a Certified Diplomate with the National Board for Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists and received a certificate in Spiritual Direction and Interspiritual Mentoring from the Claritas Institute. She is a member of the American Psychological Association, American Psychosocial Oncology Society, Nebraska Psychological Association, Phi Beta Kappa, and the medical staff of Nebraska Methodist Hospital.

Todd & Betiana Simon Humanitarian Award todd Simon is a 5th Generation owner of the Omaha Steaks® group of companies, serving as Senior Vice President of Omaha Steaks International, Inc., President of OSSalesCo, Inc. and Vice-Chairman of Omahasteaks.com, Inc. In his various roles, Mr. Simon is responsible for and involved in all consumer sales and marketing of Omaha Steaks branded products and services in many channels including Mail Order, Stores, Telemarketing, Internet, and Business-to-business.

Mr. Simon joined Omaha Steaks over two decades ago after graduating from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. He is responsible for developing and implementing Omaha Steaks’ awardwinning marketing programs, as well as the employee development efforts which make Omaha Steaks one of the finest customer service businesses in the country.

Todd currently serves as a member on the Board of Directors of a number of philanthropic organizations including the Omaha Community Foundation, the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts and United States Artists. He is also a member of the Executive Board of the Nebraska Chapter of the Young Presidents Organization. In past years, Todd served on the boards of Jewish Family Service and R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Betiana moved to Omaha from her native Argentina in 2001 to pursue a degree in Secondary Education in Foreign Languages – which she received from Dana College in 2004. In 2007, Betiana joined the board of Film Streams where she serves on their

Latin American programming committee. Betiana has helped organize a local fundraising effort for the United Nations High Commission on Refugees. Along with Todd, she is a Director of the Todd & Betiana Simon Foundation which provides intellectual and financial support to arts and human care organizations.

She helped found the Big Brothers Big Sisters Impact Circle in 2008 and has recently joined the board of directors of the Omaha Conservatory of Music.

Todd and Betiana were married in Omaha in August 2005 and have two children.

OneWorld Community Health Centers Otto Swanson Spirit of Service Award oneWorld community health centerS (formerly the Indian-Chicano Health Center) was established as a volunteer, free clinic in 1970 to address health access issues of patients with financial, cultural and linguistic barriers to care. OneWorld is now the largest provider of primary health care services in South Omaha and is the only primary care clinic with a majority bilingual and bicultural staff, a sliding fee scale for patients without insurance, entitlement enrollment, on-site pharmacy, vision and other services. In 2010, OneWorld saw over 21,000 individual patients in over 85,000 visits. Under the leadership of CEO, Andrea Skolkin, OneWorld is currently finishing up a $12.1 million capital campaign to serve more vulnerable youth and adults in our community.

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TODD & BETIANA SIMON

ANDREA SKOLKIN, CEO ONEWORLD COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS

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TOP mother’s day gift ideas SANTA MARIA NOVELLA TIMELESS LUXURY Tuscan Rose buds mixed with 100% organic and natural essential oil in the most beautiful scented wax tablets in the world. Too beautiful to be hidden, these tablets can be placed in drawers, closets, or left out to freshen the space. Each box contains two 2x4 inch tablets with hanging ribbon already attached. $45.00

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PANDORA LIMITED EDITION BEAR CHARM Charm Mom this Mother's Day with PANDORA Jewelry. This Limited Edition "Bear My Heart" Charm is available with a Gift Box, while supplies last.

This little bear is sterling silver and features a 14K gold heart.

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SWEET MEMORIES

From the first bite, sweet memories of your mom's cake, fresh from the oven, gently tug at your heart. These luscious cakes are made with the finest, premium ingredients, including fresh eggs, real butter and cream cheese. Perfect for any occasion, the handcrafted recipes and inspired decorations celebrate special moments with a delightful charm and wit. The best cake you will ever taste, share and give!

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“COOL” COMFORT Chill Body is the coolest pedicure and manicure spa in town. Relax all five senses and sooth your soul with calming scents, body butter and chocolates at Chill Body! The salon features clean white walls and chairs with lovely calming sea-blue accents that reinforce the relaxing atmosphere, clean and modern with a feminine twist. Walk-ins are welcome, appointments are encouraged. Book a private party with your friends and enjoy an evening of pampering! Chill Body is locally owned.

Call us to schedule an appointment.

ChIll Body 2910 S. 110th Court / rockbrook Village, omaha, NE 68144 • 402-934-0788 • chillbody.com

ORIGINAL, LIKE MOM...

Every Mom has a story. Every Bead has a story. This Mother’s Day give a gift that lets your Mom really express herself. Trollbeads are a fantastic way to build her story on a sterling silver or 18K gold charm bracelet. Just like your Mom, Trollbeads is an original. Adam Michael Jewelry is the nation’s largest Trollbeads supplier, come out and see us today!

adam mIChaEl JEWElry 1810 N. 120th Street, omaha, NE 68154 • 402-315-3400 • www.adammichael.com

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“love my mom!”

make this may the ‘month of mom’ gerard stanley, m.d. • sculpt: contemporary cosmetic surgery

• The April Showers have come and gone, now it is time for the May flowers and Mother’s Day! Trends often focus on May as the end of school, the start of summer, or a specific family vacation. This year I challenge everyone to make what’s trending for May all about “The Month of Mom”. While focusing on the latest trends, let’s all reinvigorate an older one– making Mother’s Day a month long celebration of the things we love about the “First Lady” of our lives. Whether you take Mom out for a “spa day” or you create an opportunity for her to have a “girls night out” focus on all that she does for you and your family, and find a way to give back. If you are a Mom, this is your month to make a trend of treating yourself. Recharge your batteries, give yourself a sense of renewal. Consider a new hairstyle, mix and match your wardrobe, get the cosmetic procedure you have been dreaming about, or treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure; the important thing is that you find a way to treat yourself! Be Well! As a son & father: “Happy Mother’s Day, Mom & E!” To mother’s everywhere: we’re trending the “Month of Mom”!

fabulous hair for mom’s on the go jackie makarov • salon fusion omaha

• It can be tough finding extra time in your daily routine to keep your style trendy and fresh. Let your stylist help to create a look that is low maintenance and beautiful.

• A great style should incorporate a color and cut that looks fabulous with little effort. Try blow-drying your hair • •

only 70%. Add a lightweight texture spray such as Kevin Murphy’s Hair Resort Spray. Finish by tousling hair to add definition to casual layers.

Preserve hair color by shampooing every other day. A great oil-absorbing product like Dust It works magic at freshening second day hair. Adding volume to your hair and texture to layers - you’ll be fabulous in a flash.

Being a busy mom doesn’t mean your style has to suffer. Have fun with it! Asking your stylist for suggestions and trying new things will result in a New you this spring!

shop boutique’s for something unique lori stevens • oolala! l.a. boutique

• With Mother’s Day around the corner, it’s the perfect time to get the special woman in your life something • •

she’ll remember forever. A great solution to this is to shop at local boutiques (like Oolala!) to get her a gift that is unique to her.

If she’s fashion savvy, give her a trendy high-low top in a great spring color, or maybe a new purse to use during the beautiful spring weather. If she’s a picky shopper, you can always gift her with jewelry like stackable sentiment bracelets or a stylish bauble necklace that is all over the fashion magazines.

If she loves accessories and you don’t want to break the bank, get her a great printed scarf or a pair of earrings to add some pizzazz to her outfit. No matter what you choose, she’ll always remember the thoughtful gift you gave her on her special day!

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priceless loving

by deb brockmann

Does Your Love Come with a Price Tag? I USED TO WRESTLE WITH THE IDEA OF UNCONDITIONAL LOVE VS. HEALTHY BOUNDARIES. WE HEAR FROM GURUS, SPIRITUALISTS AND RELIGIOUS FIGURES, “LOVE WILL LIGHT THE WAY.” BUT CAN UNCONDITIONAL LOVE REALLY EXIST IN A WORLD WHERE THERE ARE THOSE WHO WISH TO TAKE ADVANTAGE? My inner world was wrought with trying to find forgiveness for others’ bad behavior, but yet I attracted more into my world every year. “Friends” would turn out to be opportunists who talked behind my back. Colleagues would hunker down and exclude me for fear of lack. Even family seemed to have their own agenda and little interest in the real me.

Sounds like a sob story, you say? You’re right, I did sob for years about this. I couldn’t figure out how anyone could befriend someone just to gain something specific from them. Yes, I can be quite naïve. However, I’m not alone in this.

Droves of people would complain to me in session about “frenemies” and even family that constantly took advantage and would get upset when they were told “no”. Finally, after a long stint of retracting from the world of new friendships, I decided to engage my Spirit Guides about the subject matter.

I asked, “What am I doing wrong? Why do I keep attracting people who don’t love me?”

Their words shifted my perspective completely. “..they love you, but not in the way that you need or desire. My dear, the love they are selling comes at a high price. The love that you deserve has no price at all,” my Spirit Guides explained. Their simple eloquence blew me away and opened my mind to a new world of balance in love and relationships.

They were showing me that the people in my life that pushed back and even became angry when I set boundaries were essentially putting a price tag on their love.

Even though I am a strong and independent person, I’m also a people pleaser by nature (or possibly nurture). I’ve struggled with saying “no” and upsetting those around me. I never wanted them to feel unloved or rejected due to my needs. Little did I know, the rejection and “fees” for love weren’t coming from my side of the relationship.

Once I opened my eyes to the people that had price tags on their love, I was finally able to navigate through a sea of questions in my mine. With whom did I want to spend my time, energy and love? It was finally crystal clear to me who expected something from me and would push me and even silently manipulate me to get it. It was so easy to bow out of their presence. No Fuss. No Muss. I was then able to truly forgive, move forward and allow health, peace and love with no fees.

Don’t be afraid to set boundaries. This will not cause upheaval with those who love without a price. They will simply decide if your boundary fits into their lives or not.

Let the priceless love reign.

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spring renewal matter: check in on yours •

by mary e. vandenack

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“May you always be pleased with freedom, both inside and outside of yourself!” sprIng represents a tIme of rebIrth and renewal. take the tIme to gIve “We shouldthought consider to every lost onre-group. which were-prIorItIze. have not danced at least once.” conscIous theday process. re-Invent.

“When you fall in love with yourself, you begin to feel the positive Spring clean your spring brings return of freshourselves.” fruits and vegetables. cleanse the self-esteem thatdiet. comes when wethe don’t deflate diet. replace the winter comfort foods with fresh greens and foods that reflect lots of life. get ~ BARBARA BECKER FROM “FOUR GATEWAYS TOfood HAPPINESS” the grill ready to go. try new recipes.HOLSTEIN during and after eating, notice the effects of on your body and mind. learn which foods are best for you and eat them as often as possible.

Spend time outdoors. find time to get outdoors as soon as possible and as often as possible. plant a garden. plant a tree. add a birdfeeder and watch the visitors. redo the deck. freshen up the landscaping or simply sit in a chair and watch the sun set.

Review Resolutions. did you make resolutions at the new year? what was most important to you at that time? Is it happening in your life? If yes, renew it and keep it alive. If not, revisit why and make a commitment. set an achievable goal and pursue it.

Spring Clean Emotional Clutter. revisit the bucket list. have you crossed anything off? are you letting a situation or relationship in your life create blockage? are past hurts preventing you from allowing anything new in your life? are you hanging on to anger and letting it interfere with life and relationships? let go. make room. commit to complete important actions that you have been putting off. challenge any limiting or negative beliefs about yourself and your life. leave hopelessness about anything behind and find hope. think positively, especially when it is difficult. spring clean your living space. lighten up the energy in your living and work space by getting rid of that which you don’t need. keep the energy moving by donating items in good condition to a local charity. consider taking the trouble to donate to a charity whose mission is meaningful to you. reorganize. refresh.

Begin Something New to You. have you always wanted to learn spanish? sign up for a class. do you have a health issue that needs attention? consider exercise, diet, or a holistic practitioner. consider learning how to play an instrument. volunteer your time where it matters. have you been wanting to take up or renew a spiritual practice? make it happen now.

Go Somewhere You Have Never Been. going somewhere new doesn’t have to be an exotic and expensive trip. It can be a simple drive an hour north of where you live to visit a park you haven’t been to. going somewhere you haven’t been before freshens the mind and the spirit.

by “mulberry lane”

mother’s day really? really?

happy mother’s day! waIt. before we get carrIed away, let’s look at It through a few dIfferent paIr of eyes.

The little kid. you clutch that hand-made card. you can’t wait for mommy to see your drawing of the family with her in the middle, looking exactly like you picture her. you choose the nicest words. best part? she’ll “ooo” and “ahh” when she reads it.

The older kid. you wake a sibling or two. you sneak into the kitchen when it’s still dark. between the clattering dishes, the arguments, the “shh-ing,” and the giggles, you manage to make mom’s breakfast. you tiptoe down the hallway, and when you open her door, you are amazed that mom, who is usually the first one up – is still blissfully asleep. you proudly march to her bed, tray in hand with a perfectly placed vased flower, and say “happy mother’s day!” a breakfast worthy of a Queen.

The husband/dad. you buy a card. you get each kid to sign it. you tell the kids it’s mom’s day and they should behave and make it easy for her. you might lack skills when it comes to the "original ideas" department, but you take the family out for brunch.

The mom. you feign sleep at 5am, while the kids, as quiet as storm-troopers, invade the kitchen. soon, the bedroom door opens, the light floods the room, and you hear an earsplitting “happy mother’s day!” you smile, saying how surprised you are. the burnt toast looks, um, quite tantalizing, and the runny eggs? well, you just dive in to show them how much you appreciate their efforts. the kids are hungry, so you willingly share. you end up with a scrap of bacon, two bites of runny eggs, but hey, at least you scored the burnt toast. you open the card that shows you with a head-size that defies gravity, a purple dress with obnoxiously large flowers, a hair color not yet invented, and descriptive phrases for your cool self such as, “likes to clean the house,” “likes to cook me food,” and “soft and snuggly.” arriving home after brunch, you hope to land a nap, but first you clean the kitchen from the morning’s escapades. check. you throw in a load of laundry. check. you put dinner in the crockpot. check. all done – nap time! you turn around and your husband has fallen asleep in front of the tv. your four year old wants you to play thomas the train. your barking dog has to go outside. your middle child is crying because his iphone screen cracked, and your pre-teen is talking to you non-stop about what her teacher said.

Just as you are thinking that mother’s day really isn’t for moms, you sneak a glance at your card on the counter. complete with your misshapen head and the dress you wouldn’t be caught dead in, you realize something and you aren’t afraid to own it.

Embrace All of Life. life really is like roses – with beauty and with thorns. continue to experience and embrace life experience even in its difficult moments. appreciate fully the great moments. life is not easy but it can be an amazing journey.

you are the heart and the spirit of this family and you wouldn’t change a thing - this is what being a mom is all about.

“Renewal requires opening yourself up to new ways of thinking and feeling.

Be happy now.” ~ DEBORAH DAY

Mary Vandenack, while a lawyer by profession, has studied extensively in mind/body areas of fitness and wellness. She is Yoga Alliance RYT-200, Power Pilates certified and ACE certified.

You can hear “The Mulberry Lane Show,” a music, arts, and lifestyle talk show every Saturday morning on The Mighty 1290 KOIL from 10am – noon, brought to you by Elisa Ilana Jewelry. Visit www.facebook.com/mulberrylane.

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gun trusts

planningMATTERS • with pvw law

for gun owners OR THOSE CONSIDERING PURCHASING A GUN For gun owners or those considering purchasing a gun, a gun trust should be considered as part of the estate plan. A gun trust is designed specifically to address ownership, use, and transfer of firearms.

Types of FirearmsThe National Firearms Act (“NFA”) defines Title I Firearms, Title II Firearms, and Antique Firearms. Title I firearms are basic rifles, shotguns and handguns. Title II Firearms are those that are regulated

by NFA. Typical Title II guns are typically machine guns, short-barreled shotguns and rifles, silencers, and destructive devices.

Under federal law, guns can be owned by an individual, a business, or a trust. When planning a gun trust, it is important to consider state law as well as federal. State laws vary significantly. Some state laws are more restrictive. Others are less restrictive.

(See http://www.atf.gov/publications/download/p/atf-p-5320-8/atf-p-5320-8.pdf.)

by mary e. vandenack

Title II firearms must be registered.

Death of Gun Owner Mere possession of certain unregistered weapons can be a crime under federal and state law. If the gun owner’s gun is property registered, an estate executor can take possession of the gun. A gun subject to these rules cannot be left overnight at the appraiser’s premises. The executor is responsible for taking certain steps immediately upon death of the owner. An important part of estate planning for the gun owner is to make sure that any executor or trustee is not a prohibited gun owner under federal or state law. In addition, the gun owner should be sure that the beneficiary who will receive the gun is not a prohibited gun owner.

Benefits of a Gun Trust A gun trust can facilitate the acquisition of a gun. A gun trust provides a plan for ongoing ownership and provides for the disposition of a gun at death. Use of a gun trust avoids requirements for fingerprints, photos or law enforcement certification. A gun trust allows multiple people to use a gun regulated by the NFA. The use of a gun trust can reduce the risks associated with constructive possession of a gun by other than the gun owner.

A standard trust can be used for gun ownership and accomplish the typical advantages of trusts including probate avoidance and the ability of the trustee to deal with trust assets; however, a specifically designed gun trust addresses the numerous legal issues that are specific to gun ownership. A gun trust can assist in dealing with future restrictions on guns.

The trustee of a gun trust has fiduciary responsibility regarding any guns owned by the trust.

The trustee can be directed to review and consider criminal and mental health history of any beneficiary before distribution of a gun. The trustee can be directed to verify that the beneficiary is eligible to receive a gun.

The trustee should also consider the state laws in the case of any out of state beneficiary. A trustee should be authorized to obtain an expert opinion as to the gun type and any restrictions regarding transfer of the gun.

If you own a gun and have not addressed its ownership with your estate planner, consider doing so.

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waiting

todaysSaVingS • swartzbaugh-farber & associates, inc.

WAITING FOR THE

dust

TO settle

with mary drueke

AS MOST PEOPLE are looking forward to

exciting new beginnings of spring - warmer days, green lawns and beautiful flowers; those of us in the health insurance industry are buckling down for a flurry of changes that will occur over the rest of 2013. For almost three years, we have been anticipating these changes brought on by the passage of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) in September 2010, also known as Health Care Reform. Those changes are now on the horizon and will affect every individual in the United States in some way.

Most of the initial provisions of Health Care Reform had positive effects, expanding benefits for individuals currently covered through a health insurance plan; or allowing individuals who might have been removed from a plan to keep their health insurance.

These requirements include removing annual and lifetime benefit limits on essential benefits; always covering emergency services as in-network benefits, covering dependent children up to the age of 26 and removing pre-existing condition limitations on children under the age of 19. One of the most popular and utilized changes is the coverage of preventive benefits at 100% with no annual limits.

The biggest parts of Health Care Reform will be shaping up this year and be effective January 1, 2014. Beginning with this date, there will be an Individual Mandate requiring all American citizens and legal residents to have ‘qualified’ medical insurance. This coverage can be purchased through a variety of sources, including individual plans, group plans provided by an employer, Medicare and Medicaid plans and military and veteran plans. All individuals will also be eligible to purchase insurance through the public Marketplace or the Exchange. Basically, the Marketplace will be a website where individuals go to purchase health insurance; just as the Kayak or Travelocity website is used to purchase airline tickets. Although we do not yet know the details of those plans or how the Marketplace will look, we do know there will be a variety of choices available and premium and/or out of pocket subsidies available for those who qualify.

One of the biggest questions people are asking is “Will my employer continue to offer medical benefits?” Offering health insurance to their employees is still one of the best ways for employers to attract and retain the best and most qualified employees. And it will still probably be the most affordable way for most of us to get our health insurance. As advisors to many of these employers, we are spending the majority of our time helping employers navigate through the myriad of choices and alternatives. There is no “EASY” button, nor does one solution fit all employers. Most employers still believe that providing benefits is important to not only the success of their businesses, but to the health and happiness of their employees.

There are still many questions about Health Care Reform looming on the horizon.

Although we do not fully understand how this legislation is going to affect the health insurance industry and the future of medical care, we do know that when the dust settles it will be a new frontier!

For more information, please contact your trusted advisor at Swartzbaugh-Farber – ‘Client Centered – Client Advocates™’.

This material is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal or tax advice and is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified attorney, tax advisor or plan provider.

Securities Offered through M Holdings Securities, Inc., a Registered Broker Dealer, Member FINRA/SIPC. Swartzbaugh-Farber & Associates, Inc. is independently owned and operated.

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STORY BY LEO ADAM BIGA | PHOTOS: PRIVATE COLLECTION OF BRUCE CRAWFORD

impresario.

32 B.C.

THIS IS NOT A REFERENCE TO AN EVENT IN ANTIQUITY, BUT TO THE NUMBER OF TIMES BRUCE CRAWFORD HAS PRODUCED AN EVENT CELEBRATING A MOMENT WITH MEMBERS OF THE GLITTERATI WITH WHOM HE HAS BECOME PERSONALLY, AND IN SOME CASES, INTIMATELY, ACQUAINTED. His latest undertaking will bring legendary stagescreen star Shirley Jones to town for a may 24 screening of Rodgers and Harmmerstein’s Carousel.

The 7 p.m. event will be at Joslyn Art Museum’s Witherspoon Concert Hall.

movie music. He’s been an invited participant for live programs and filmed documentaries honoring movie icons such as Harryhausen.

His Omaha events attract national media attention and his efforts earn endorsements from organizations like the American Film Institute. Radio documentaries he produced years ago on composers MIKLOS ROZSA and BERNARD HERRMANN still air worldwide.

a life devoted to film Wherever he goes and whatever he does in service of film is an expression of the intense boyhood fascination with movies he grew up with in Nebraska City, Neb. and later cultivated as a young man.

from avocation to career Crawford’s first event in 1992 paid tribute to Harryhausen. Getting Harryhausen to come for a double-feature of Jason and the Argonauts and Mysterious Island at the Indian Hills was a coup but Crawford had an inside track to him.

“It was still tough to pull off but it wasn’t as tough because I had that rapport with him. There was a connection.”

A bigger coup was getting a week’s run of Ben-Hur for its 35th anniversary in 1993.

Ms. Jones feels the 1956 film adaptation of the Rodgers and Harmmerstein stage classic features some of the “Doing Ben-Hur was off the wall because I had no great composer-lyricist team’s finest work. She was “It’s been my therapy,” Crawford says of his work. “I would connection to that film. I knew nobody involved with under personal contract to R & M when she made the have to say it’s some strange destiny. I look back to that in any way. That is the real rosetta stone to this picture with co-star Gordon MacRae. “I think it’s the best when I was a kid and now I can see where it makes whole thing,” he says. score they ever wrote. I think it’s the most beautiful,” says sense – I can connect the dots. But to be from a small Jones. “I open my concert with ‘If I Loved You’ and I close town in this part of the country it’s so out of the norm, Crawford, who puts these events together with equal it with ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone.’ Every song says so alien. It’s just an unusual life.” parts chutzpah and doggedness, contacted something, every song means something in Carousel TED TURNER because the media czar owned the film’s and I just think it’s magnificent.”

“And to have gone as far as it has and to be with these rights.

Much to Crawford’s surprise Turner ordered a new people and to have that recognition and reputation for print struck of the 1959 classic and allowed Crawford these events is mind boggling. I never would have all the trappings first crack at it. Crawford also got the family of the film’s imagined it would have gone quite so far.”

For 20-plus years now Crawford’s feted classic movies revered director, William Wyler, to come and secured and the legends who made them. He does it in grand the support of its star, CHARLTON HESTON. What began as an avocation is now a career. style, too. Attending a Crawford event has all the trappings of a Hollywood premiere, complete with red The success of the Ben-Hur run “set the stage” for what’s carpet, limos, searchlights, media, VIP guests, costumed “The most meaningful part of it is that I’ve been able to have a career and make my full-time work honoring reenactors and movie memorabilia displays. come since. His third program, a screening of classic films. That’s been incredibly gratifying for me The Longest Day for the 50th anniversary of D-Day, because I absolutely love doing this.”

Celebrity pop artist NICOLOSI creates original featured reenactors in military uniforms. commissioned pieces for the events that the Nicolosi, the Chicago-based celebrity portrait artist U.S Postal Service now uses to adorn commemorative “That’s when the showmanship started,” he says. who’s lent his talents to Crawford events since 2008, envelopes and stamps. says the Omahan’s enthusiasm for classic film For a screening of Psycho he brought star is infectious.

Crawford’s programs always benefit a cause.

JANET LEIGH. For King Kong he anchored a huge This time it’s the Omaha Parks Foundation. inflatable replica of the ape outside the Indian Hills and “He has such a passion for what he does it’s literally Past beneficiaries include the Nebraska Kidney come show night featured dancing girls in grass skirts. palpable. In any business it all boils down to relationships Association.

Special guests included Harryhausen and author and there’s a genuine warmth and authenticity about RAY BRADBURY. He counts Oscar winners among his acquaintances and Bruce. He’s the real deal. He has that strong Midwest work ethic. Every event he does feels like a giant friends. He’s particularly close to special effects wizard Subsequent events featured PATRICIA NEAL RAY HARRYHAUSEN. Crawford’s work in support of homecoming. He’s brilliantly fluent in film, too.

(The Day the Earth Stood Still), DEBBIE REYNOLDS “All of that keeps drawing me back. Plus, I’ve fallen in classic film has taken him around the country love with Omaha.” presenting programs around his first love – (Singin’ in the Rain) and JOHN LANDIS (Animal House).

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when omaha’s bruce crawford introduces legendary stage-screen star shirley jones at a may 24 screening of carousel it will mark the 32nd time he's celebrated hollywood royalty at one of his film events

THE

bruce crawford CONNECTION

“the most meaningful part of it is that i’ve been able to have a career and make my full-time work honoring classic films. that’s been incredibly gratifying for me because i absolutely love doing this.”

With Cloris Leachman 2009

~ BRUCE CRAWFORD

Some unexpected guests have arrived too. For last fall’s showing of American Graffiti acclaimed director GEORGE LUCAS showed up unannounced, jetting in from a New York gig on his way back to the west coast.

He was spotted by the the event’s official guest star, CINDY WILLIAMS, as well as several attendees.

For the premiere of Ben-Hur Crawford recalls that LIZA MINNELLI, who was in town doing an Ak-Sar-Ben show, came incognito wearing sunglasses and a scarf.

2010 with Debbie Reynolds

the shows go on Pulling off these events means countless phone calls and emails getting the details just right. He must please the sponsors and charities he works with as well as cater to his special guests..

“But above everything else I feel a commitment to the audience. I want to make sure people enjoy themselves and have a good time. That’s my biggest goal.”

He hasn’t missed a beat yet. “I’ve been lucky enough to get films and guests that always find a very sizable audience. The events just keep coming together, but I don’t take anything for granted.”

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Nicolosi’s come to appreciate Crawford’s imagination and tenacity. “The secret to his success is his passion. He has such a clear vision and, in an endearing way, a stubbornness, which you need. Then nothing can get in your way.”

As soon as Carousel’s over Crawford, ever the showman, will be thinking what to do next and how to top what he’s done before.

Tickets for the May 24 event are $20 and available at Omaha Hy-Vee customer service counters.

For more information about the Omaha Parks Foundation call 402-926-8299.

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Look Who’s Sheltering Shelter Pets

Camp Kindness for Animal Loving Kids Camp Kindness is the summer day camp for kids who love animals. Children get up close and personal with shelter pets, pick shelter “buddies” and help them get adopted, and go behind the scenes in our surgical suite. They watch dog trainers in action, learn about wildlife, and get to hang out with other kids who have a passion for pets. They have such doggone fun they don’t realize they’re also learning about responsible pet ownership, dog bite safety and compassion.

Your little pet lover won’t want to miss this camp!

Sessions are Monday through Friday and run June through August. More information at www.nehumanesociety.org/campkindness.

Bone Jour Dog Daycare

Steve Likes with Murphy and Isabel

Steve Likes Steve Likes and Murphy had been “auditioning” dogs for several weeks before they decided to add Isabel to the family. You see, Murphy didn’t want to share his home, his laundry basket (we’ll explain that in a minute) or his owner with just anyone. Isabel fit the bill of being smaller than Murph, female, and blithely uncaring that Murphy really didn’t want another roommate. Steve explains, “He is ornery and picks fights, but he plays by the rules. She is sweet but diabolically manipulative, and will stare him down …they are the perfect pair.” Isabel had no problem fitting in. “Both of them love clean clothes right out of the dryer. So instead of expensive dog beds, I’ve got five dollar laundry baskets with blankets in several rooms. They even travel in their laundry baskets.” Izzy’s story was compelling. She was found on the streets of Omaha, with two bad knees, during one of the coldest weeks of winter. Steve funded her knee surgeries, survived her rehab and jokes that both dogs are gifted, “Murphy watches TV and recognizes every time an animal is on. Isabel can spell WALK and just turns inside out to go on them. “ Clearly they are the perfect dynamic duo, with the perfect owner to spoil them.

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Is Fido ready for a summer cut? Does he need to blow off a little winter steam? Bone Jour Dog Daycare Boarding and Grooming does it all.

Fido can come in for a day of play, socialization, and enrichment and get a makeover too. Or you can book any service separately. Talk about convenience! Don’t forget we now offer boarding too. So if you’re planning a summer vacation, your pooch can stay overnight at the same place he loves to play during the day. Bone Jour still has the best dog-to-dog-sitter ratio in the metro. Your dog will have a “good day” of fun and leave tired and happy. Call Bone Jour for scheduling at 5712273 or visit Bonejour.org for information.

All proceeds support NHS homeless animals, so as you take care of your dog you also help take care of thousands of others looking for loving owners.

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shining light ESSENTIALS:

DR. SYLVIA RODRIGUEZ VARGAS, BILL BEAVERS, PAM FINN, AND KEVIN JACKSON WITH LAURA AND BRAD CROSBY

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More than 500 friends of Brownell-Talbot School celebrated the School’s 149-year tradition of educational excellence in the Omaha area during this year’s Gala, “Illumination: A Time to Shine!” The event, held at the CenturyLink Center on April 5, raised $596,640 to support Brownell-Talbot School’s general operating budget. An additional 30 members of the school’s faculty and staff and 55 students also volunteered in support of the event.

Head of School Dr. Sylvia Rodríguez Vargas welcomed guests to the CenturyLink Center. The silent auction was held outside the ballroom on the east side of the center overlooking the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge. Guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres as they bid on nearly 500 items.

Gala chairs were Laura and Brad Crosby and Pam Finn and Kevin Jackson. Honorary chair was Bill Beavers who made an additional $100,000 gift to the school for the Brett B. Beavers Memorial Scholarship Fund.

As guests entered the ballroom for dinner, the Upper School choir performed several songs while photos from the school’s first ever Walk/Run for Scholarships, held at school that morning, were projected. Students raised more than $10,000 to support scholarships at Brownell-Talbot and an additional $10,000 in matching funds to donate to make a donation to Children’s Hospital.

Brownell-Talbot graduate Scott Moore, ’84, conducted the auction. He raised a record total of $318,300 during the live auction.

MELANIE MCINTYRE, RUTH DEWHURST, STEPHANIE HARLAN AND LEE HARLAN

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TRUDY BREDTHAUER WITH LAURA AND JAMES FOXALL

IDRIAN AND GALE PROBY

MIKE DORSEY, DAVID GAUPP, IAN GAUPP AND CHRIS HAMEL

SHEILA AND BRUCE FROENDT

ALBERT AND MARITA MARSH WITH MATTHEW AND ANDREA MARSH

LAURIE CULJAT AND JOE WALDRON

JEFF AND MIMI POST, STEVE MCWHORTER AND DR. KEN BIRD

SHEILA VAKILI, PRIYANKA BORAH, GWENN ASPEN AND SANDY MELILLI

JILL NELSON, TERRY NELSON, JUNE THOMAS AND JEFF NELSON

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TOO MANY COOKS IN THE KITCHEN PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAN FLANIGAN

chef’s special ESSENTIALS:

One hundred and seventy people came together during the cocktail hour at this event where a representative from each of the seventeen groups came forward and selected a knife from a knife block with the name of a chef/restaurant.

The chosen chef came out to greet his group of ten and ushered them back to his table where they were winded and dined by him for the rest of the evening.

Each chef provided a five course meal with pairings. At the end of the night each chef came forward to offer their food and services for a party of ten in their homes to be auctioned off. This auction alone brought in $18,500.

The Hilton Omaha served as very gracious host for the evening. Chairs for this event were Chef Bobby Mekiney from Vivace, Chef Glenn Wheeler from Spencer's, Dan Preusser from Omaha Steaks and Jennie Warren, Executive Director of the Omaha Restaurant Association.

For more information visit www.dineoutomaha.com.

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MICHELLE AND JOHN WADE WITH JODY AND GAYLE CARSTENS

DAWNIELLE HARTMANN, MICHELLE HEIMES AND TRISTA WELSH

CHEF ENZO ZURLO

RYAN AND KRISTIE SWANSON, RENEE FREEMAN AND TOM BOSTON WITH EILLEEN AND LARRY ONDRACEK

DAN AND JENNIFER WILLIAMS, DAVE PURDY AND JODI SUKSTORF

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ballfortheBAR ne state bar association 2013 BARRISTERS’ BALL

Michael J. McCarthy and Janie McCarthy of North Platte served as this year’s co-chairs to the the 2013 Barristers’ Ball. With a theme based on “New York, New York” over 430 guests registered for the event and all those gathered celebrated the evening and helped raise money to support the Volunteer Lawyers Project.

Music, live and silent auctions, dining and dancing were all on the agenda for this annual gala.

By attending the ball and bidding on the many donated auction items, or even making a straight cash donation, participants contributed to supporting the VLP and the wonderful work they do to help all Nebraskans obtain access to justice. Proceeds from the Barristers’ Ball support the VLP’s case placement and support with volunteer lawyers and the court house self-help desks in Lincoln, Omaha, and Grand Island. Tonight’s event will also help support the additional hours at the Self-Help Desks that have been added for those needing help with the new guardianship procedures. This year, an estimated $75,000 was raised to help the VLP assist those who have nowhere else to go for legal assistance.

NSBA PRESIDENT MARSHA FANGMEYER AND HUSBAND, JIM WIEST

GLENDA PIERCE AND JEFF KIRKPATRICK

KIM ROBAK, BILL MUELLER WITH ROB AND CAROLYN OTTE

JACK AND LEIGH CHELOHA

Also this year’s Barristers’ Ball is dedicated to recognizing the efforts of volunteer lawyers and supporters of the NSBA’s Volunteer Lawyers Project.

NSBA President Marsha Fangmeyer helped announce this year’s award winners for their dedication and service to help ensure that all Nebraskans have access to the justice system, regardless of ability to pay.

Visionary Award Winners • Michael T. Brogan, Brogan & Stafford, Norfolk • Kim M. Seacrest, Seacrest Law Office, North Platte • Margaret M. Zarbano, Zarbano Law Office, Omaha Robert M. Spire Pro Bono Award Winner • Adam R. Tripp, Tripp Law Office, Fremont

CHIEF JUSTICE MIKE HEAVICAN AND HELEN RAIKES WITH ROBIN AND CONGRESSMAN LEE TERRY

MICHAEL AND STEPHANIE BROGAN

It takes many people working together to produce the Barristers’ Ball and every year the Barristers’ Ball Committee works hard to ensure that bar members, families and guests, all have a great time while making a contribution to the community to help those in need.

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ERIC AND KIM SEACREST WITH FRANKIE AND LOWELL MOORE

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The Hues of CUES shone bright at The Gathering, a fundraising dinner supporting Sacred Heart, All Saints, and Holy Name Schools, on Saturday, March 23rd.

The 600 guests were treated to a visual treat as the Embassy Suites LaVista ballroom was transformed in to a color wheel with bright table linens and centerpieces in the primary colors.

FRONT ROW: KELLY AND BRYAN MICK WITH FATHER TOM FANGMAN, BACK ROW: JEN AND RICK BETTGER WITH STEPHANIE AND KEITH BASHAM

JOHN AND SHARON EMERY WITH DIANE AND SENATOR BEN NELSON

Event co-chairs Keith and Stephanie Basham, Rick and Jen Bettger, and Bryan and Kelly Mick, as well as honorary chairs Terry and Judy Haney, organized a successful evening for the students of the three schools.

The money raised at the dinner will go to support the academic programs at Sacred Heart, All Saints, and Holy Name Schools.

Nikki Boulay, with Star 104.5, served as the Mistress of Ceremonies and Father Dave Korth, of the St Augustine Indian Mission, provided the Invocation. Father Tom Fangman, Pastor of Sacred Heart Church and CEO of CUES, thanked the guests for their support of inner-city education and the students who attend the three mission schools. He also presented two awards to individuals who have donated their time and energy to the students of Sacred Heart School. Mr. Kennis Barfield received the Heart Award in appreciation of his dedication to the students as a coach and role model.

Mr. Steve Kutilek, President of Customer Service Profiles, received the John C. Kenefick Award for his leadership as the 2012 CUES Corporate Drive chairman.

MIKE AND CAROLINA MAPES WITH ANDREA AND TOMMIE FRAZIER

Chris Oliver, a graduate of Sacred Heart School, provided the Student Address. He talked about the effect Sacred Heart School has had on his life. He explained that with the Kiewit Scholars Program, a college scholarship program offered to every Sacred Heart School graduate, he was able to attend UNL. Chris thanked his parents for their support and encouragement throughout his life and also the guests for providing financial assistance to Sacred Heart School.

CHRIS AND SYBIL OLIVER

NYAJOK PAL, ATHIAM MARENG, AHBREE WADE, TORI DUNSTON, RAVIONNE PULLUM AND LA’HAWNYCE LESSLEY

MIKE, STEVE, ANNE, AND HANK KUTILEK

An auction featuring fused glass and metal artwork ended the evening. Ten pieces that showed off the hues of CUES and were designed based on artwork created by Sacred Heart School students were auctioned.

Photography by roger Humphries

DAVE AND LIZ BUSHEY WITH PAIGE AND CITY COUNCILMAN PETE FESTERMAN

SHAWN AND SARAH DUNSMORE WITH LISA AND ROB JOHNSON

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For event information contact Tracy Fisher 401.898.7783 tfisher@nchs.org

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betterin BlUEJEAnS make-a-wish nebraska BLUE JEAN BALL

HN NELSON SUSIE AND JO “POP STAR” WISH KID, CAYDEN

DAWN MCINTOSH, LISA KETCHAM, MICHELE MARTIN, BRIGETTE YOUNG AND SHERI ABRAMSON

Make-A-Wish Nebraska’s Blue Jean Ball drew more than 350 people and raised a record $275,000 to support granting wishes for Nebraska children with life-threatening medical conditions at its 15th annual event, on April 6, at the Mutual of Omaha Dome.

Dawn McIntosh was event chair for this special 30th anniversary celebration, John and Susie Nelson served as honorary chairs, and KMTV’s Jennifer Griswold served as the event’s emcee. The event featured silent and live auctions, a raffle for 2 tickets to every College World Series game, and an elegant but casual dinner of beef tenderloin and salmon. Highlights of the evening included a special performance from “pop star” wish kid Cayden and wish kid, Hope, sharing her journey with attendees.

SANDY EPSTEIN, PAM WEEKLY, PAULA BLACKLEDGE

RORY KAIN, JULIE KAIN, DAN CLOYD, DAWN CLOYD AND BRIGETTE YOUNG

JOHN VYHLIDAL, SANDIE VYHLIDAL AND HOPE WEBER WITH WISH KID GUEST SPEAKER CARRIE WEBER

JENNIFER GRISWOLD, ANDY STEINGAS AND ASHLEE PITZEL

A surprise appearance at the end of the evening by over 120 wish kids and their families thanking supporters topped off an inspiration-filled evening. “It was great to see everything and everyone come together,” said Michele Martin, Friends Council President. “It was so inspiring to hear Hope’s story and see Cayden perform.

And when the wish families flooded the venue, it was beyond moving. It put into perspective exactly who the event was benefitting.”

“The Blue Jean Ball is our largest fundraiser of the year,” said Brigette Young, President of Make-A-Wish Nebraska. “And with more than 130 children currently in various stages of the wish granting process, we are extremely grateful for the generous support of everyone involved.”

The Title Sponsor for the event was Silverstone Group, the Dinner Sponsors were ConAgra Foods and Mutual of Omaha, the Silent Auction Sponsor was Valmont Industries, and the Raffle Sponsor was HDR, Inc.. Other top sponsors included Children’s Hospital & Medical Center, Great Western Bank, HM Insurance GroupOmaha Office, Lamp, Rynearson & Assoc., OPPD and Wells Fargo Bank. For more information, visit www.nebraska.wish.org or call 333-8999.

BRIAN KETCHAM, LISA KETCHAM, VIRGINIE JUHEL AND ERIC JUHEL

LEWIS & CLARK CHEERLEADERS

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wehavelift-off ican IGNITION: WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

JULIE BURRELL LILLIG, KATHY GILREATH, ALLISON SCHORR, LEANN ADKINS AND MARY PREFONTAINE, WITH DAWN GELDERLOOS, AMY MCLAUGHLIN, KAREN BALDWIN AND LAURA ROCCAFORTE

DALIA MOGAHED

GRACE BYDALEK

AZURE ANTOINETTE, RACHEL JACOBSON, JOANNA TRACK AND DEVON BROOKS

DR. TERERAI TRENT

More than 2,000 women from across the country gathered for the 20th Anniversary ICAN Women’s Leadership Conference on April 3, 2013, at the CenturyLink Center Omaha. The theme of this milestone conference was ‘IGNITION’ - the legacy today’s leaders can ignite for future generations. Keynote speakers included CEO of Kathy Ireland Worldwide, Kathy Ireland; Founder of Tinogona, Dr. Tererai Trent; Monika Fahlbusch of salesforce.com, Muslim Studies Consultant, Dalia Mogahed, and Motivational Humorist, Judy Carter. Leisa Hillman, VP Human Resources at Oriental Trading Company, and Tonya Kaminski, Director, Talent Management with First National Bank, served as the 2013 Conference Co-Chairs.

Conference attendees also had the opportunity to attend breakout sessions, enjoy a ‘20th Birthday’ lunch, exhibitor ‘Shop the Show’ with over 50 retailers, small business, entrepreneurs and partnering organizations, and a sanctuary led by the Omaha Yoga Path and Omaha Healing Touch. Among conference highlights were a retrospective presentation honoring the past 20 years of the ICAN Women’s Leadership Conference, a powerful opening by Grace Bydalek singing “Girl on Fire,”a viewing of the trailer for global girl’s education documentary Girl Rising with producer Kayce Jennings, and performance of an ICAN commissioned poem ‘Inner Voice’ by spoken word poet, Azure Antoinette.

As part of the conference, the Best Places to Work for the Advancement of Women Award, supported by Baird Holm LLP, was awarded to Home Instead Senior Care. The Tim Rouse Advocate for Women in Leadership Award, supported by Lincoln Financial Group, was presented to Bob Cronin of ACI Worldwide and Derek Leathers of Werner Enterprises, Inc. ICAN President & CEO, Mary Prefontaine shared of the event, “As an organization, and as a community, we are on the receiving end of a dream that was ignited more than two decades ago by business leaders, who believed that women - and men - were eager to evolve themselves and their capacity to lead.”

TONYA KAMINSKI, LEISA HILLMAN AND KATHY IRELAND, WITH SCOTT FOCHT AND MARY PREFONTAINE

JO GREGORY WITH BOB CRONIN AND DEREK LEATHERS

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Special Guest: Mayor Suttle When It Happened: Friday, March 22nd TERRY KOOPMAN, MELL SMITH AND DIANE MATTERN

DIANNE LOZIER, FRAN MARSHALL, DAVE AND LESLIE ANDERSEN AND LINDA WILLIS

Where It Happened: UNO's Mammel Hall Why/How It Happened: artVenture is an annual fundraiser and a creative expression program that benefits Girl Scouts in Nebraska. artVenture provides girls with the unique opportunity to partner with professional artists-working side-by-side in their studios-creating work that is featured in a silent auction. This was the 10th Anniversary for the Omaha event.

Catered by: Catering Creations Your Mission: Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

JENNY CARDWELL, THERESA CASSADAY AND WENDY HAMILTON

NANCY TODD, HALLE DICKEY AND K.T. BOWLER

Honorary Chair(s): Dianne Lozier (Hon. Chair), Leslie and Dave Andersen (General Chairs) Sponsors/Hosts: Lozier, Pinnacle Bank, Union Pacific, Alegent Creighton Health, Holland Foundation Attendance: nearly 300; 748 girl artists (Omaha), 75 total artists, of whom 45 collaborated, 234 works of art Funds Raised: Over $100,000

CRAIG HOWELL, KIRSTEN CASE AND DARREN CARLSON

MARIAH CLARK, JAMIE PRICE AND JACKIE GRIERSON

About your organization: For over 100 years (19122013), Girl Scouts has been creating leadership experiences for young women throughout the country and across the globe. Currently, there are 3.2 million girl and adult members worldwide, who will develop to their full potential with support from the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. The Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska council is the largest girl-serving organization in the state with 26,000 members.

For more information: www.girlscoutsnebraska.org

TAYLOR FLAIRTY, JOEL GEHRINGER AND WHITNEY FLAIRTY

SUZANNE AND GREG KUHN

DAN TOBERER, PAULA WALLACE, LAURIE MCALOON AND WALT DUDA

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ERIC AND JONI PARKS

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showtime The 56th Omaha Press Club Show played to a sold-out audience of 325 at the Holland Performing Arts Center on April 4.

Newsmakers including Omaha’s mayoral candidates, joined media and stage personalities in a 1960s-themed spoof of politics and life in the Big O. “Nebraska’s Rat Pack,” included Michael Lyon, Jeff Shields and D. Kevin Williams in the show’s version of Frank, Dean and Sammy. Other cast members included radio personalities Matt Tompkins, Tom Becka and Scott Voorhees, as well as TV anchor Rob McCartney. The show was under the direction of husband-wife team of Keith Allerton and Rebecca Noble.

HONORARY CHAIRS STEVE SELINE WITH CASEY, SUE AND NICK SELINE

The evening started with no-host cocktails in the new Ovations Lounge followed by dinner and a nightclub show in the Walter and Suzanne Scott Recital Hall. Highlights included a Dazzling Diamond, sponsored by Elisa Ilana Jewelry, and a Sensational Wine & Spirits Raffle sponsored by Brix.

Honorary Chairs were Sue and Steve Seline.

General Chair was Chris Christen; vice chairs were Trudy and Scott Darling. Committee members included Sally Stalnaker, Jill Bydalek, Stephanie Horeis, Stacie Hamel, Karen Huber, Allison Hillyard and Christine Deitering.

The event raised $35,000 for scholarships sponsored by the Omaha Press Club Foundation for journalism students at UNO, UNL and Creighton University.

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TRENTON MAGID, SINEAD SIEMS AND AMMY MAGID

KEITH ALLERTON AND REBECCA NOBLE

RYAN AND AMANDA BLUMKIN, JUDY STERN, FRANCES AND IRV BLUMKIN

PHYLLIS TOEBBEN, SHARON GRIFFIN, JOHN NELSON, WILLIAM GRIFFIN, ANNE NELSON AND DEL TOEBBEN

CHRISTINE AND STEVE VILLAMONTE

KASS HARTLEY AND PAUL JENSEN

DAN AND KERRY MATUSZEK

JOHN AND VANITA LUND WITH JANICE AND BOB BATT

EMILY NOHR, HOWARD K. MARCUS AND NATALIE MCGOVERN

LINDA AND ALLEN BEERMAN

CATHY WYATT AND PAM WIESE

RICH HALLGREN, JULIE PRESCOTT-BURGESS, DEB FISCHER, JIM SMITH, MAUREEN O'CONNOR AND CARL BRADY

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heritageofMERCY alegent creighton health mercy hospital HERITAGE AWARDS DINNER

The 30th Annual Heritage Awards Dinner on March 23 at the Mid-America Center generated more than $65,000 worth of support for Alegent Creighton Health Mercy Hospital while honoring four deserving individuals for their contributions to southwest Iowa.

Award winners were honored for their work in the following four areas: Arts and Humanities – Margarite Goodenow; Business – the late Doris Heineman; Education – Father Paul Monahan and Health and Human Services – Dr. Charles Pigneri.

HONOREES: MARGARITE GOODENOW; PETE HEINEMAN ACCEPTING FOR HIS WIFE, THE LATE DORIS HEINEMAN; DR. CHARLES PIGNERI AND FATHER PAUL MONAHAN

COUNCIL BLUFFS MAYOR TOM HANAFAN AND FATHER PAUL MONAHAN

MING WANG “MODELS” DENISE MCNITT, CARMELLA PIGNERI, MARGARITE GOODENOW AND MARIE KNEDLER

“It was a wonderful evening and four very deserving people got the accolades they deserved,” said Marie Knedler, vice president of Alegent Creighton Health and chief operating officer at Mercy Hospital. “After 30 years, this event has had an opportunity to showcase the good work done by hundreds of honorees that help make southwest Iowa a great place to live.”

The money raised from the event will be used for professional development opportunities for Alegent Creighton Health Mercy Hospital employees to attend conferences and bring back new information in order to continue providing high-quality care for their patients.

Robin and Curtis Boeck, M.D., chaired this year’s event and co-chairs were Jane and James Whalen, M.D. Other event committee members included Heather and Barclay Monaster, M.D., Martha and Dan Peterson, and Mary Pat and Larry Raynor, M.D. For the second straight year, Ming Wang served as the event’s presenting sponsor.

To learn about the patient-focused care at Mercy Hospital, go to AlegentCreighton.com/Mercy.

JANNA AND CHRIS EVANS

BISHOP RICHARD PATES WITH FATHER PAUL MONAHAN

HERITAGE COMMITTEE MEMBERS

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MAHASMITH WITH GUEST PAIGE MORRISON, SKYLER BENTLEY, JENNIFER ANDERSON AND JESSICA

what HAPPENS inVegas omaha community playhouse DESTINATION: VEGAS, BABY!

The Omaha Community Playhouse (OCP) fundraiser, ‘Destination: Vegas, Baby!’ delighted guests and raised money for the nonprofit on Saturday, April 6, 2013. The benefit, held at OCP, was attended by 350 people and grossed close to $70,000.

NICK KIRBY, DESTINY JONES, SUSAN CUNNINGHAM, CHAD CUNNINGHAM AND SABRINA JONES

CHRISTI JANSSEN, VERNIE JONES AND LISA HAGSTROM

‘Destination: Vegas, Baby!’ was coordinated by OCP’s support group Act II and chaired by Act II president Courtney Vacanti Birnstihl. The Las Vegasthemed event transformed OCP into the vintage Las Vegas strip with gambling, show girls, Elvis, lounge singers, scotch and cigars, magicians and a huge Vegas-inspired spread of food by Catering Creations.

Guests enjoyed entertainment by Mike “Gooch” Gurciullo, Mitch Towne and Erika Hall in the piano bar, BossPhilly in the lounge, KGOR’s Glennboy as Elvis and magician Ryan J. Thomas.

“It was important to Act II, with Courtney leading the way, that first and foremost everyone attending ‘Destination: Vegas, Baby!’ had a good time,” said Tim Schmad, OCP president. “That sure was accomplished. Equally important was that the event raised significant funds for OCP operations.

Courtney, with assistance from Act II coordinator Jan Fry and other staff members, did a phenomenal job putting this event together. Her enthusiasm, hard work and great ideas made the event a huge success. She along with honorary chairs Gale and Judy Wickersham created a benefit to remember for OCP,” said Schmad.

JOE BOHAE, ANNA PETERS AND COURTNEY VACANTI

DIANE AND BOB MCGILL WITH CINDY SCHMAD AND MARGARET REVENSDORF

The Omaha Community Playhouse is a 501(c)(3) performing arts organization that enhances quality of life through live theatre, professional touring and arts education. Act II supports OCP with fundraising and friend raising throughout the year.

To learn more about OCP and Act II, visit www.omahaplayhouse.com.

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Omaha Children's Museum opened a new permanent exhibit, Walker Tire & Auto Service Center, in March.

LISA JENSON AND MANDY ZITTRITSCH

The new addition to the museum's first floor offers a world of pretend work and play centered around car care. The area features a kid-sized car on a lift complete with a "creeper" underneath that allows kids to slide back and forth under the car. Guests can change the tires on the car using real, kidappropriate tools including a pneumatic drill and lug nuts. they can also create custom license plates for the car.

BRAD BURKLUND, LINDY HOYER AND DALE BURKLUND

The hood of the car is up, ready for young mechanics to check fluids, change the air filter and get a glimpse of how things operate under the hood. They can also test the lights, horn and battery on the car at a diagnostic station.

DELANEY, LEANN AND RYAN MCGRANE

"Walker Tire believes in community, is passionate about families and we're proud to partner with Omaha Children's Museum to bring this exhibit to life," said Becki Jelinek, director of marketing for Walker Tire & Auto Service Center. "We hope children's curiosity will be sparked as they learn about the auto service industry, car care and how tires are made. The intent of this exhibit is for it to be fun and educational for the whole family."

JOHN, ELLA AND GAIL GRAEVE

The exhibit will open officially to the public on Saturday at 10 a.m. In addition to play inside the exhibit, there will be a number of activities including a race car and vintage cars on display, make-and-take driver's licenses and giveaways throughout the morning. A reception for museum partners was held on Friday, March 22nd.

For more information visit http://www.ocm.org.

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JULIE MOWAT, TINA LABELLARTE AND MARK GROHE

HONORARY CHAIRS DAVE AND SANDY PARKER

JENNY WOODWARD, JULIE MOWAT, LAURIE KAY, KELLY BOOR AND SUSAN CLARK

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The Nebraska/SW Iowa Region of the American Red Cross continued celebrating Red Cross Month March 13th, with the 13th Annual Heroes in the Heartland awards luncheon at the Embassy SuitesLa Vista. This year’s event featured heartwarming stories of heroism and dedication the Omaha metro and Southwest Iowa.

This year’s Heroes include Principal Laura Hickman and Bruce Moore from Duchesne Academy. The Disaster Response Award went go to Rod and Mason Umphreys of Thurman, Iowa.

The Commitment to Community Award went to the Empowerment Network. Sherie Peterson was awarded the Military Award, for her outstanding commitment and service to Nebraska’s Family Readiness Group which provides vital support to members of our Armed Forces. The Good Samaritan Award went to 13year-old Vyzion Gonzalez-Franklin. Four members of the Omaha Fire Department received the Public Servant Award. This year the Gift of Life Award went to Lily Dotson and her family. Lily is a 6-year old girl battling leukemia.

For more information, visit www.redcross.org.

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JOE SVOBODA AND EMILY BANNICK

The Restore Omaha opening reception March 1st drew 303 people to view the restored Scottish Rite Masonic Center at 20th and Douglas streets. Attendees toured the fourstory 1914 Neoclassical Revival style building designed by John Latenser while enjoying food catered by John Ford and drinks served by members of the Scottish Rite.

DR. JOHN LATENSER WITH MIKE AND LIZ KREEKOS

“Restore Omaha is all about teaching and motivating people to restore and preserve older buildings,” said Nicole Malone, Restore Omaha committee chair. “We are happy to see one of John Latenser’s buildings brought back to life in time for its 100th birthday.” Guests included members of the City Council, City Planning Board and the Landmarks Commission along with staff from the Nebraska State Historical Society.

Scottish Rite sponsored the event. Also at the event the formation of Restoration Exchange Omaha was announced.

Information about the new group is available at www.resorationexchangeomaha.org.

COMMITTEE CHAIR NICOLE MALONE WITH MAYOR JIM SUTTLE

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The Notre Dame Sisters' 18th Annual Celebration of Spirit Dinner benefitting the ministries of the Sisters was held at Roncalli Catholic High School April 7th. The theme was Ensuring Dignity, Body & Soul and was a celebration of the Notre Dame Sisters who serve in healthcare and prayer ministries. The Sisters honored Robert Lanik, CEO of Catholic Health Initiatives, Nebraska with their Mother Qualberta Service Award.

Over $65,000 was raised, 312 people attended.

The meal was catered by Eddie's with dessert from Wheatfield's.

Our dinner chairs were Dick and Julie Bea Pierson, long-time friends of the Sisters, our celebration sponsors were Byron & Linda Stigge, Mayor Jim Suttle, Councilman Pete Festerson and Councilwoman Jean Stothert joined us, and Archbishop George J Lucas gave the dinner invocation. KETV's Todd Andrews served as emcee. Melanie Ennen is the event coordinator.

For more information visit www.notredamesisters.org.

MELANIE ENNEN WITH JEAN STOTHERT

JULIE BEA AND DICK PIERSON WITH ARCHBISHOP LUCAS

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ARCHBISHOP GEORGE JOSEPH LUCAS

Cathedral Comedy and Cuisine 2013 benefitting the students at Saint Cecilia Cathedral Grade School was held March 9th, welcoming all who attended home to the Cathedral campus, Home of the Champions on the court, in the classroom and in the community. Over 400 people attended.

The event featured silent auctions throughout the Monsignor Ernest Graham Building.

Master of Ceremonies was Travis Justice. A video look at all things Cathedral entertained the crowd, and a live auction followed. The event was catered by Abraham Catering. Nearly $164,000 was raised for institutional advancement at Saint Cecilia Cathedral Grade School. Honorary chairs were Mrs. Betsy Morrison and her family. Honored as Great Cathedral Steward were Mr. Peter Larson and his late wife Marie and their family, and the Great Cathedral Family was the Higgins Family.

For more information visit www. stcecilia.omaha.org.

EVENT CHAIRS FRANK AND SHANNON SULLIVAN-ZITEK AND PATRICIA AND JIM ELLISTON

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Special Guest: Brook Hudson, Omaha Fashion Week Midwest Producer When It Happened: Thursday, March 21st Where It Happened: Younkers, Westroads Mall Why/How It Happened: A Runway fashion show featuring the hottest spring looks from head-to-toe Catered by: Local Restaurant Partners Mission: To Present the top spring trends for the season Attendance: 200 Guests Funds Raised: The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. will be donating $500 to the Fashion Institute Midwest

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May 3

DVC - AnnuAl AwArDs BreAkfAst “United to End Abuse”

iMMAnuel AuxiliArY “night of CeleBrAtion” Alegent Creighton Health Immanuel Auxiliary

UNO Thompson Alumni Center | 7:30 am Breakfast Each year the Domestic Violence Council recognizes up to three individuals, business, corporation or non-profit entity from the community that has acted as a voice of compassion for victims of domestic violence. Through commitment of either time, talent and/or resources to support the mission of the DVC they have worked towards the abolishment of domestic violence. This year’s recipients are ConAgra Foods, Inc., Project Safe Pet Nebraska Humane Society and Julie Rannells. Tickets $50 Reserve online.

More information: 402-210-2195 | www.dvcomaha.org

May 2

Mutual of Omaha Dome | 33rd and Dodge St. | Omaha | 6:30 pm – 11:30 pm The “Night of Celebration” typically draws 400 to 450 Immanuel physicians, staff and community members. Specifically, recent beneficiaries have included: • Healing Courtyard • Creation of a Healing Experience in patient rooms and family areas • Computer Aided Detection (CAD) Mammography System • Inpatient Therapy space and equipment • Celebration Park, including sculptures by Matthew Placzek. Cost: $150 / person; 1400 / table. More information: 402-572-3141

May 4 reADY, set, grow: An eVening in the gArDen. for the kiDs Benefit Omaha Children’s Museum

the MAn AnD woMAn of the YeAr Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Presented by The Rainbow Connectors Guild. Honorary Chairs: Diana & Denny Walker. Benefit Chairs: Sarah Hinsley, Piper Johnson and Melissa Schafer. Sponsored by JetLinx.

More information: ocm.org or call 402-930-2349

Hilton Omaha | Omaha | 5:30 pm An event designed to recognize the involvement and efforts of the twelve (or more !) candidates selected to run for the title of Man & Woman of the Year. Cost: $125 per person.

More information: 402-344-2242 | www.lls.org/ne

May 4 greAt striDes: A wAlk to Cure CYstiC fiBrosis Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

May 2 CountDown to CinCo De MAYo One World Community Health Centers Livestock Exchange Building North parking lot | Omaha The event will be held at the OneWorld Community Health Centers campus at the Livestock Exchange Building in the North parking lot.

An evening of festive food, music and drinks. Last year's event drew approximately 200 people and raised $15,000 for OneWorld's programs and services. The event is hosted by Friends of OneWorld.

More information: 402-619-5302 | www.oneworldomaha.org

May 2 woMen’s Power lunCheon Habitat for Humanity

Stinson Park at Aksarben Village | 2285 S. 67th St. & W. Center Rd. | Omaha | 9:30 am Starting the first weekend in May, people in cities and towns all across the nation will participate in GREAT STRIDES, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s annual walk and largest fundraiser. With every step of each route, money will be raised to help find a cure for CF. Anyone can join in the festivities for health, fun and prizes. Walkers will receive a GREAT STRIDES brochure with a collection envelope to collect donations from co-workers, friends, family members and others. Individual goals are $150 and teams of ten are $1,500. The first $100 earns a “Team CF” t-shirt. Donations are collected before walk day and at registration. Cost: No fee to participate & Sponsorships available from $500 – $30,000 More information: 402-330-6164 | http://www.cff.org/Great_Strides/

May 4th

Omaha Marriott | 10220 Regency Circle | Omaha | 11:30 am – 1 pm Honorary Chairs - Mary & Rodrigo Lopez. Power Woman of the Year - Sandy Parker. Honorary STUD Chair - David Parker. The Seventh Annual Women's Power Luncheon is the perfect "kick-off" to Habitat's Omaha's 2013 Women Build. It provides a venue for powerful Habitat Omaha advocates to rally around the mission of the Women Build: to recruit, educate and inspire women to build and advocate for simple, decent and affordable houses in our community. More than 400 women volunteers, many whom attend the luncheon, generously give their time to make the Women Build a reality.

More information: 402-884-5957 | Habitatomaha.org/womenspowerlunch

May 2

sPirits of the oPerA Opera Omaha Guild The Max | 15th & Jackson St.| Omaha | 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Opera like you have NEVER seen it! Featuring the best female impersonators and their interpretations of classic opera arias! Munch on delectable yummies from Nosh and shop the silent auction, or purchase raffle tickets for a Stock the Bar raffle prize valued at $1,000! This award winning event is one you DON’T WANT TO MISS! Cost: $45, Reserved Seating $60 More information: 402-346-4398 | www.operaomaha.com

May 4 - october 20

Ms soCietY on the MoVe lunCheon National MS Society

oMAhA fArMers MArket

Happy Hollow Country Club | 1701 South 105th Street | Omaha | 11:30 am – 1 pm This Luncheon raises awareness and support for the 15,000 individuals in Nebraska effected by MS. The event will feature Zoe Koplowitz as keynote speaker. Zoe is award winning author of The Winning Spirit-Life Lessons Learned In Last Place, noted motivational speaker. The 2013 Event Chairs are Hal and Mary Daub. Committee members are Kathleen Polodna, Lori Pinkerton, Jeanette Behrendt, and Sue Koenig. Cost: $50 individual tickets/500+ a table of 10 More information: www.msmidamerica.org | 402-390-6292

Saturdays in Old Market and Sundays in Aksarben Village - Omaha Not sure what to expect so early in the season? May’s produce offerings include asparagus, rhubarb and lettuce to name just a few. And if you’re looking to start your own garden, the variety of bedding plants and colorful flowers is not to be missed! Plus, the Market always offers a fabulous selection of meats, cheeses, jams, salsas, baked goods and handmade crafts. Sponsored by WOWT Channel 6, 101.9 The Big O, The Sherwood Foundation, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, Security National Bank and Aksarben Village. More information: www.OmahaFarmersMarket.org

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May 6

AsiD & JoslYn CAstle trust 2013 Designer Showhouse

Citizen of the YeAr Boy Scouts of America, Mid-America Council

Smyth House | 710 N. 38th St Omaha Mon-Sat 11 to 7 | Sun 11 to 5 View 20 professionally designed spaces inside a 1906 Neoclassical Gold Coast mansion. Plus enjoy ongoing events, tours, dining in the Carriage House Café and shopping in the Boutique by Voila!

For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.OmahaDesignerShowhouse.com

Scott Conference Center | 6450 Pine St. | Omaha | 12 pm – 1 pm Event Chaired by Joe & Kacey Lempka. The Boy Scouts of America, Mid-America Council is proud to announce that this year wehave the great privilege of honoring 42nd Annual Citizen Of The Year Harold M. Maurer, M.D., Chancellor, University of Nebraska Medical Center.

More information: 402-431-9272 x209

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AnnuAl funDrAiser lunCheon Kids Can Community Center

wine, woMen & shoes Children’s Hospital & Medical Center Foundation

CenturyLink Center Omaha, Junior Ballroom | Omaha | 11:30 am – 1 pm The Kids Can Luncheon takes place on May 7, 2013, from 11:30 am to 1 pm Honorary Chair is Gallup represented by Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President, Jane Miller. Keynote speaker is Ed O'Boyle of Gallup. We will present the Can Do Citizen Award TO NANCY MAMMEL, and a child enrolled at Kids Can will receive the Can Do Junior Award. Proceeds benefit programs for children, families, and older adults in the community.

More information: 402-731-6988

Happy Hollow Club | 1701 S. 105th St. | Omaha | 6:30 pm – 9:15 pm Wine, Women & Shoes is a benefit for Children’s Hospital & Medical Center’s Carolyn Scott Rainbow House. Since 1983, Children’s Carolyn Scott Rainbow House has provided convenient lodging–and compassionate support–to thousands of families from across the region and across the country. There is no formal charge to stay at the Rainbow House–just a suggested donation of $10 per night. And no one is turned away if they are not able to pay.

Cost: $75, 100, 150. More information: 402-955-6851 | www.ChildrensFoundationOmaha.org

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May 10

D.J.’s hero AwArDs lunCheon The Salvation Army CenturyLink Center Omaha | Omaha | 11:45 am A fundraising luncheon that benefits programs for children and families. Scholarships are awarded to outstanding young Nebraskans and a national speaker is featured. The 2013 speaker is NFL legend Emmitt Smith. Cost: $100 per seat or $1,000 for table of 10.

More information: 402-898-5906 | www.GiveSalvationArmy.org

May 7 BoYs town Booster BAnquet Embassy Suites Omaha LaVista Conference Center | 12520 Westport Parkway | LaVista Boys Town announces that one of the most decorated female athletes of all time will be featured at this year’s Boys Town Booster Banquet. Jackie Joyner-Kersee dominated the track and field circuit for 13 years where she won four gold, one silver and three bronze medals spanning four Olympic Games. The Booster Banquet benefits and honors Boys Town student athletes.

Tickets are $90 each or tables of 10 can be purchased for $900.

More information: 402-498-1305 | www.boystown.org/boosters

lunCh for the girls Girls Incorporated of Omaha CenturyLink Center This luncheon will feature Chelsea Clinton as our program speaker. Chelsea will share the stage with our girls who will be front and center to tell the Girls Inc. story. Lunch for the Girls is the single largest fund-raising event for Girls Inc. of Omaha, a non-profit agency dedicated to “inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.”

More information: 402-457-4676 | www.girlsincomaha.org

May 10 worlD ClAss. oMAhA sYMPhonY gAlA Featuring Al Jarreau and Condoleezza Rice Holland Center | 5:30 pm Featuring Al Jarreau and Condoleezza Rice. Celebrate with the Dick & Mary Holland Leadership Awards recipients Mike and Dr. Gail Yanney. Honorary Chairs: Chancellor Harold & Beverly Mauer.

More information: 402-342-3836 x141 | www.omahasymphony.org

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May 23 59th oMAhA sPorts BAnquet honoring toM osBorne B'nai B'rith CenturyLink Center Omaha | 455 N. 10 St. | Omaha | 5:45 pm – 9 pm AN ANNUAL EVENT SINCE 1954, the B'nai B'rith charity sports banquet raises money to provide for youth scholarships for college and camp. Funds raised also support educational and social activities.

The 59th sports banquet on May 23 will honor the most outstanding graduating female and male high school scholar-athlete in the Omaha metro area. This year for the 59th special guest, the former Husker head coach, and athletic director, Tom Osborne. To become a sponsor, place an ad and buy tickets, visit http://www.omahasportsbanquet.org .

Patron Tickets begin at $110 ($1100 for a table of ten) and VIP tickets go for $160 ($1600 for a table of ten). VIP ticket purchasers, table sponsors, and special sponsor packages all come with special privileges. Banquet proceeds have provided funds to local schools, Make-A-Wish, Pacific Pals, TeamMates, and the Omaha Police.

Cost: $110-Patron; 160-VIP; Special sponsors receive added benefits.

More information: 402-861-0565 | www.omahasportsbanquet.org

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CABAret 2013: An eVening with reD, white & You Child Saving Institute

k9 BArk AnD wAlk for BrAin CAnCer Leap-for-a-Cure

Embassy Suites Conference Center | La Vista | 6 – 9:30 pm It’s an evening of sidesplitting laughter with popular comedy troupe the Capitol Steps! Don’t miss your chance to get your giggle on AND help atrisk kids! Come enjoy a social hour, steak dinner, and raffle.

Child Saving Institute’s services focus on the prevention, intervention and treatment of child abuse and neglect. Cost: $160.

More information: 402-504-3664 | www.childsaving.org

Chalco Hills Recreation Area | 8901 S. 154th St. | Omaha | 12:30 pm Come and enjoy the vendors before the walk. Registration begins at 12:00 with the Walk beginning at 1:00. Participation through donation. Special events are being planned to make this 2nd K9 Bark and Walk memorable. Walk with a team, with a friend, or as an individual. Canines are optional, so everyone is welcomed. Special gift bags for the first 75 to register. Sponsorships are available. All donations support Brain Cancer Awareness, Education, and Treatment at Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center. More information: 402-333-9370 | http://leapforacure.org

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Junior leAgue of oMAhA high heel DAsh Junior League of Omaha Stinson Park at Aksarben Village | Omaha | 10 am What is the High Heel Dash? Sport your favorite pair of high heels and race to support the Junior League of Omaha’s community projects. Men, women, and relay teams can complete. Runners must be at least 19 years old. All high heels must be at least 2 inches high Costumes are encouraged. Prizes are awarded for winners in each race category and for best costume. Cost: $15-40 More information: 402-493-8818 | http://www.jlomaha.org

May 13 triBute lunCheon honoring John & lYnne BoYer Nebraskans for Research Happy Hollow Club | Omaha The Nebraska Coalition for Lifesaving Cures will hold its annual tribute luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at Happy Hollow Club. This year, John and Lynne Boyer of Omaha will be honored for their support of research.

For ticket information, call 402-391-2461 or email info@nebraskacures.com.

May 16 An eVening with frienDs Alegent Creighton Health Alegent Creighton Health Midlands Hospital | Papillion An Evening with Friends is a fundraiser for Alegent Creighton Health Midlands Hospital. The evening features a silent auction, live auction and dinner.

More information: 402-593-3700 | http://AlegentCreighton.com

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10th AnnuAl weAr Yellow riDe Wear Yellow Nebraska SAC Museum | 28210 West Park Highway | Ashland | 7 am – 1 pm Come out and join us for the 10th Annual Wear Yellow Ride. This bicycling fundraiser will have multiple distances of 10, 22, 38, 51 and 62.3 miles. All ride distances will be held on public highways and fully supported with water/food stops along the route. After the ride there will be a pancake brunch, our legendary raffle, including our single speed bike raffle, and door prizes! Registration $30 Online registration is available at www.wearyellownebraska.org Proceeds benefit the Wear Yellow Cab Ride program. Your entry fee pays for a cab ride for a cancer patient in need of transportation to and or from a chemo or radiation treatment. Wear Yellow Nebraska is a local grassroots organization fighting against cancer through advocacy, awareness and fundraising. We want to inspire others in the community to take action in our fight. Cost: $30 More information: www.wearyellownebraska.org

May 25 the Color run™ - oMAhA Habitat For Humanity The Century Link Center | 455 North 10th St. | Omaha | 11 am – 2 pm The Color Run™ event is a one of a kind experience that is less about speed and more about enjoying a color crazy day with your friends and family. For our events, it is about participants of all different speeds, ages, shapes, and sizes toeing the start line. Whether you are a casual morning mall walker or an Olympic athlete, the 3 miles of The Color Run™ course will be the most enjoyable real estate you've traveled in a VERY long time. Cost: $35 More information: http://TheColorRun.com

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June 6

2013 huMAnitAriAn Dinner Inclusive Communities

Pinot, Pigs & Poets Completely KIDS

Embassy Suites Conference Center | La Vista | 5:45 pm – 9 pm Held since 1955, the Humanitarian Dinner is one of our community’s oldest and most honored awards dinners. It is a long standing tradition of recognizing distinguished individuals and groups for their outstanding generosity and commitment to the creation of a more just and inclusive community for all people. This year will be a year to remember with guest speaker, Mayor Cory Booker. Cost: $175 and up.

More information: 402-391 4460 | www.inclusivecommunities.org

Happy Hollow Club | 1701 S 105th St. | Omaha Pinot, Pigs & Poets is a premier wine and food tasting event that features outstanding Pinot Noir wines, savory pork dishes from some of Omaha's best chefs, and quick-witted slam poetry. Proceeds benefit Completely KIDS. More information: 402-397-5809 | http://completelykids.org

Jun 1

Hanging H Ranch | Sutherland | 6:00 pm – 11:30 pm The Cattlemen's Ball of Nebraska promotes beef as part of a healthy diet, showcases rural Nebraska and raises money for cancer research at the UNMC Eppley Cancer Center, as well as local charities.

Cost: $Top Hand Ticket: 75; Trail Boss Ticket: 350 More information: http://www.cattlemensball.com

ACtiVAte oMAhA urBAn ADVenture rACe Omaha Civic Auditorium | 1804 Capitol Ave | Omaha | 8 am – 2 pm Form a team of two and be prepared to bike, run, paddle, splash and navigate your way through Omaha while searching for hidden check points and completing mystery team challenges - all fitness levels are welcome! Proceeds support the work of Activate Omaha. Cost: $90-120 per team of 2 More information: www.OmahaAdventureRace.com | 402-934-5971

June 2 oMAhA kiDneY wAlk Nebraska Kidney Association Towl Park | 93rd & Center | Omaha | 12:00 am – 4:00 pm The Omaha Kidney Walk is a non-competitive two mile walk to raise awareness of and funding for the prevention of kidney disease. Cost: $No cost to register, prizes can be earned with donations and pledges More information: 402-932-7200 | http://www.kidneyne.org

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June 7 JoslYn Art MuseuM AnnuAl gAlA Joslyn Art Museum Association Joslyn Art Museum | 2200 Dodge Street | Omaha | 6:00 pm – 12:00 am Renoir to Chagall: Paris and the Allure of Color Joslyn Art Museum Association Gala celebrating Renoir to Chagall: Paris and the Allure of Color.

Cocktails at 6 pm in the Sculpture Garden followed by dinner in the ConAgra Foods Atrium at 7:30 pm.

Cost: $Individual tickets 175 (Patron tickets 350) More information: 402-661-3821 | http://www.joslyn.org

June 8 ollie's DreAM gAlA Ollie Webb Center, Inc.

June 2 stePPing out to Cure sCleroDerMA fAMilY wAlk & rAffle Heartland Chapter-Scleroderma Foundation

Hilton Omaha | 1001 Cass Street | Omaha | 6:30 pm – 10 pm An evening of wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres, live music, silent and live auction benefitting Ollie Webb Center, Inc. Cost: $100 per person. More information: www.olliewebbinc.org | 402-346-5220

Chalco Hills Recreation Area | 8901 S. 154th St. | Omaha | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm This is an event to raise funds and awareness for scleroderma support, education and research. Walk registration, silent auction and raffle room will open at 11:00am. The family walk will begin at noon.

There will be three walk routes to choose from - so there is a route for every able walker. Fun for the entire family! Complimentary snacks and drinks will be provided. Lunch will also be available after the walk is completed. Cost: $25 registration per walker More information: 515-661-8089 | http://www.scleroderma.org

Jun 4 triBute to woMen Women's Center for Advancement Embassy Suites LaVista Hotel & Conference Center 12520 Westport Pkwy | LaVista | 12 pm – 1:30 pm The Women's Center for Advancement's signature event, Tribute to Women, is now in its 26th year of celebrating the achievements of distinguished Omaha women. The contributions of these honorees make our community extraordinary. Cost: $75 More information: http://wcaomaha.org | 402-345-6555

June 6 BACkstAge BAsh Nebraska Shakespeare

June 8 – 9 neBrAskA ChilDren’s hoMe soCietY’s sAnD in the CitY® CenturyLink Center Parking lot at N. 10th Street and Capitol Ave. Kick off your Summer by attending the area’s ultimate Beach Party. 375 TONS OF SAND will transform the middle of downtown Omaha into a beach. Beginning Friday, June 7, 20 corporate and community teams will converge on the parking lot at N. 10th Street and Capitol Ave. to create 15-ton sand sculptures of various sizes and themes. On Saturday, June 8, the master sand sculptors showcase their skills, carving a 45-ton grand display for spectators. Play in the interactive Kid Zone. No admission charged. Donations appreciated. Admission-free Family Fun Days: Sat. 10 am – 8 pm; Sun. 11 am – 5 pm.

More information: 402-451-0787 | www.sandinthecityomaha.com

June 13 fAther of the YeAr gAlA American Diabetes Association Hilton Omaha | Omaha 5 pm – 9 pm This year’s event will include a red carpet silent auction taking place during the pre-gala cocktail hour.

Following the auction, there will be dinner and a brief program to include the presentation of awards to our honorees. Last year, the event raised over $180,000 to fund diabetes research, education and advocacy. More information: www.diabetes.org/NebraskaFOTY

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UNO Milo Bail Student Center | 6001 Dodge Street | Omaha | 5:30 pm – 9 pm Join in supporting Nebraska Shakespeare at the annual fundraiser, Backstage Bash. The evening features the faced-paced circus of hilarity of Two Minute Shakespeare plays. Proceeds will assist Nebraska Shakespeare. Since its founding, more than 50,000 students have seen a live theatrical production of Shakespeare thanks to donors.

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on the roAD to AsPen Boys & Girls Club of the Midlands Jet Linx Omaha Hangar | 3910 Amelia Earhart Plaza | Omaha | 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm Join us for an evening of food, cocktails, live music and a chance to bid on a weekend trip via private jet to the Aspen Wine & Food Festival. PAck your bags – you’ll leave that night. All proceeds benefit The Boys and Girls Club of the Midlands.

For boarding pass/ticket information visit ontheroad.bgcomaha.org or call 402-342-1600. metroMagazine • MaY 2013

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liBertY MutuAl golf inVitAtionAl Nebraska Kidney Association

10th AnnuAl golf tournAMent Outlook Nebraska

Iron Horse Golf Course | 900 Clubhouse Dr | Ashland | 10 am – 6 pm 18-hole Scramble format opened to amateur golfers in the local community. Winning foursomes from each local tournament will play in the four-day Liberty Mutual Invitational National Championship Tournament. Liberty Mutual projects that the 2013 events will together generate in excess of $5 million dollars to support national and local charities. Huber Cadillac is the local sponsor for this event and will be offering test drives and other great hole-in-one prize opportunities. Cost: $1,350 per foursome/hole sponsor. Other sponsorships available. More information: www.kidneyne.org | 402-932-7200

Indian Creek Golf Course | 3825 North 202nd Street | Omaha Proceeds to be directed to Camp Abilities Nebraska, a weeklong residential sports camp for youth ages 9 to 19 who are blind, visually impaired or deaf-blind. 18 holes | Four-person Scramble. Registration 10:30 – 11:30 | 12 shotgun start. Blind putting contest | 11 – 11:45 (split the pot). Register & pay online. Early bird deadline ends May 1. Includes golf, lunch & dinner.

Jun 11 ProJeCt hArMonY golf inVitAtionAl Indian Creek Golf Course | 3825 North 202nd Street | Elkhorn | 11 am – 6:30 pm Project Harmony will host its 18th Annual Golf Invitational on Tuesday June 11 at Indian Creek Golf Course in Elkhorn, Nebraska. Cost: Sponsorship levels.

More information: www.projectharmony.com | 402-595-1326

May 11 2013 legAl AiD of neBrAskA ChAritY golf ClAssiC Fidelity National Title Group Tara Hills Golf Course | 1410 Western Hills Dr. | Papillion | 7:30 am – 1 pm This year for the very first time, Fidelity National Title Group will be sponsoring a golf tournament that will benefit Legal Aid of Nebraska. Shotgun Start, Best Ball Tournament. $75 fee includes breakfast, lunch, 18 holes, golf cart, driving range & hole prizes! Join us for a round of golf by signing up online.

Cost: $75.00 per player. More information: http://charitygolfclassic.webs.com | 402-348-1069

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June 15 2nD AnnuAl golf outing funDrAiser 2013 Tiburon Golf Course | 10302 S 168th Street | Omaha | 1 pm – 8 pm Heartland Hope Mission is hosting a Golf Outing Fundraiser at Tiburon Golf Course on June 15.

Awards banquet in Tiburon's ballroom. Not into golf, but want to support the cause? Come to the awards banquet for food, fun and prizes. Cost: $100 per person or 375 for a 4 person team. 35 for awards banquet.

sAfe hAVen golf tournAMent Heartland Family Service Safe Haven Shelter

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Tiburon Golf Club | 10302 South 168th Street | Omaha | 9 am – 5 pm Registration begins at 9 a.m. with a 10 a.m. shotgun start. Golf 18 holes, win fantastic prizes and enjoy delicious food. This event is held to raise awareness and funds for Heartland Family Services's Safe Haven Shelter. Residents may stay up to two years while they stabilize their living situation. More information: http://heartlandfamilyservice.org/what-we-do/programs-and-services/domestic-violence | 402-552-7424

Shadow Ridge Country Club | 11 am – 6 pm Registration begins at 10:45 am with a shotgun start at 12 noon. Individual entry includes golf, lunch and dinner. Cost: $200.00. More information: www.stephencenter.org | 402-715-5476

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June 24 swing 4 kiDs Omaha Steaks

May 20 oMAhA hoMe for BoYs 2013 golf ClAssiC Shadow Ridge Country Club | 1501 S. 188th Pz | Omaha | 12 pm – 7 pm 2013 Omaha Home for Boys Golf Classic supports programs for needy young men and women ages 10-24 through three programs. Full field Texas Scramble format at Shadow Ridge Country Club. Lunch, dinner and prizes. Sponsorships available. Cost: $150 per player; 600 per Foursome; Earlybird special, save 25 per player. More information: www.omahahomeforboys.org | 402-457-7165

Field Club of Omaha | 3615 Woolworth Ave. | Omaha | 7:45 am – 5:30 pm Participants must pre-register and can select from a 7:45a.m., or 1p.m. tee time. Cost is $600 per foursome, $150 per individual and includes: carts, meals, complimentary Lucky Bucket beverages, team awards and more! All proceeds benefit local youth program, Partnership 4 Kids. Corporate sponsorships are still available. Call 402-930-3002 to reserve your spot today! Cost: $150+ More information: www.p4k.org | 402-930-3002

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fore the Cure - woMen's golf tournAMent Tiburon Golf & Banquet Facility | 10302 South 168th Street | Omaha | 7:30 am – 2 pm Since its inception in 1996, the mission for this tournament has been to emphasize the importance of early detection in the successful treatment of breast cancer and to support the research goals of the Susan G. Komen organization. Cost: $100.00 per player More information: www.facebook.com/#!/ForeTheCure?fref=ts | 402-312-5239

Tiburon Golf Club | 10302 South 168th Street | Omaha 11 am registration | 12 pm shotgun start Help raise funds to benefit ALS patients in Nebraska and western Iowa.

Cost: $Single Golf - 150 - Sponsorship packages also availalbe More information: www.alsintheheartland.org | 402-592-2374

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DriVing for exCellenCe golf fest Mercy High School

CentrAl high sChool golf outing Central High School Foundation Field Club of Omaha | 3615 Woolworth Avenue | Omaha | 7:30 am – 6:30 pm Four person Texas Scramble Shotgun Start with both morning 7:30 a.m. and afternoon 12:30 p.m. tee times available. Cost is $125 per golfer and includes: 18 holes of golf, cart, lunch and dinner for all players, commemorative gift, and chance to win a new car (hole-in-one).

Cost: $125 per golfer or 500 per foursome. More information: www.chsfomaha.org | 402-556-1996

June 5

The Players Club at Deer Creek | 12101 Deer Creek Drive | Omaha The Driving for Excellence Golf Fest raises funds for Mercy negotiated Tuition. Negotiated tuition guarantees that all girls that desire a Mercy education will receive one, regardless of her family's financial situation. Cost: $150 (125 for alumnae) More information: www.mercyhigh.org | 402-553-9424

Aug 5 ronCAlli CAtholiC's swing with PriDe golf outing

25th AnnuAl ChAMBer AMBAssADors Y.E.S (Youth Education Scholarship) Golf Tournament Rollingstone Ranch Golf Club The Y.E.S (Youth Education Scholarship) provides 8 to 10 scholarships to graduating Routt County High School Seniors, an additional scholarship to one past recipient, and funding to high school groups working on attaining business skills. To date, $176,000 in total funding has been awarded.

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The Players Club at Deer Creek | Omaha This event supports scholarships and tuition grant programs for the students of Roncalli Catholic High School. A social hour, silent auction, raffle giveaways and dinner program follow the golfing portion of the fundraiser. Participants pay $125 each or $500 for foursomes. Raffle/mulligan tickets are sold for $5.00 each or three for $10.00 at a chance to win major prizes. Sponsorships are available and welcomed. Cost: $125 each/ 500 for foursomes More information: www.roncallicatholic.org | 402-571-7670 metroMagazine • MaY 2013

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