community experience magazine issue 6
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Omaha Festivals, Omaha Events, Family Events in Omaha, Summer Concert Listing in Omaha, Restaurant Reviews in Omaha, Best Pizza in Omaha, Camp Grounds in Omaha, Farmer Markets in Omaha, Omaha Event Guide.TRANSCRIPT
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Upcoming Concerts ....................................... pg 5Festivals & Special Events ................................ pg 6Farmers Markets .............................................. pg 7Community Shoutout .................................... pg 13Community Celebrations .............................. pg 15Restaurant Review ..................................pg 16 - 17Camp Grounds ............................................. pg 21Fishing Lakes .................................................. pg 23Movies at a Glance ....................................... pg25
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Century Link455 N. 10th Street
BRANTLEY GILBERTLET IT RIDE TOURTHUR, MAY 15
BACKSTREET BOYSW/ AVRIL LEVIGNEMON, JUN 9
NIGHT OF THE PROMSSUN, JUN 22
BRUNO MARSMON, JUN 23
The Slowdown729 N 14th St theslowdown.com
ERIC HUTCHINSON TELL THE WORLD TOURTHUR, MAY 8
ZACH SHORTWED, MAY 14
MARY CARRICK CD RELEASE SHOWFRI MAY 16
MARGOT & THE NUCLEAR SO AND SO’SSUN, MAY 25th
THE NAKED AND FAMOUSWhite Sea, Strange BabesWED, MAY 28
MASKED INTRUDERTHUR MAY 29
STACHE BASH 2014 SAT, MAY 31
MARISA ANDERSONSIMON JOYNER, MIKE SCHLESINGERFRI, MAY 30th
Sokol Underground2234 South 13th Stsokolunderground.intuitwebsites.com
TECH N9NEFRI, MAY 9
MANCHESTERORCHESTRASAT, MAY 10
CONOR OBERSTWED, JUNE 4 THE FAINTFRI, JUNE 13
The Waiting Room Lounge6212 Maple St.waitingroomlounge.com
WILLIAM FITZSIMMONSTHUR, MAY 8
MATT POND PAWED, MAY 14
WYE OAKFRI, MAY 16
KISHI BASHIMON, MAY 26
THE GHOST OF A SABOR TOOTH TIGERWED, MAY 28
FIRST AID KITMON, JUN 2
SATCHEL GRANDESAT JUN 7
FURIOSITYFRI, JUNE 20
SCRU FACE JEANWED, JUNE 25
Orpheum Theater409 S 16th Stwww.omahaper-formingarts.org
WICKEDMAY 7 - 25
Folk House2440 Fontenelle Blvd., Omaha, Ne. folkhouseconcerts.com
JORY NASHSUN, MAY 18
DARDEN SMITHSAT, JUNE 8
Stir Cove1 Harrahs Blvdstircove.com
ALICE IN CHAINSSAT MAY 24
STAIND WITH SEVENDUSTSUN JUNE 1
COLLECTIVE SOUL : GIN BLOSSOMSSAT JUNE 7
O.A.R. & PHILLIP PHILLIPSSUN JUNE 15
West Fair Ampitheather
ROCK FEST FRI, MAY 30
BRET MICHAELSFRI, JUNE 20
Mid America Center
RICK SPRINGFIELDFRI, JUN 6
Country on the River
MONTGOMERY GENTRYFRI, JUN 20
TRACY LARENCESAT, JUNE 21
GARY ALLANSAT, JUN 21
Memorial Park
SUGAR RAY & SMASH MOUTH & UNCLE CRACKERFRI, JUN 27
UPCOMING CONCERTS
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Festivals & Special EventsVIVA SANTA LUCIA!SANTA LUCIA ITALIAN FESTIVALJune 5-8 • Downtown Omaha • Lewis & Clark LandingFor more info: santaluciafestival.com
SAND IN THE CITY June 6-8 • 10th and Mike Fahey St, Downtown OmahaFor more info: sandinthecityomaha.com
BEER FEST June 6-7 • Stinson Park at Aksarben Village 67th and Center StreetsFor more info: omahabeerfest.com
SUMMER ARTS FESTIVAL June 7, 8 & 9 • 1313 Farnam Street OmahaFor more info: summerarts.org
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES June 14 – 25 (Opening Celebration Day and CWS Fan Fest)For more info: cwsomaha.com
BANK OF THE WEST CELEBRATES AMERICA June 27 - Memorial ParkFor more info: celebratesamerica.com
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Farmer’s MarketsBellevue Farmers Market / Flea Market Opening May15th - Thursdays 3-7pm - Bellevue Presbyterian Church, Opening June 7th - Sat,urdays 10am-3pm - Compas Plaza
Benson Farmers Market Opening May 5 - Saturdays, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. May 5 – Sept28, Military Ave at Maple St
Charles Drew Health Center Market Opening July 2 - Wednesdays, 3 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. July2 - July 30 2915 Grant Street
Florence Mill Farmers Market Opening June 3 - Sundays, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Jun 3 – Sept 29, 9103 N 30th St
Main Street Farmers Market Council Bluffs Opening May 1st - Thursdays, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. May1st – September 25th, 100 Block, Council Bluffs
Omaha Farmer’s Market in Aksarben Village Opening May 4 - Sundays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. May 4- October 19, 67th and Center
Omaha Farmer’s Market in the Old Market Opening May 3 - Saturdays, 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. May 3 - October 18, 11th & Jackson St
Papillion Market Faire Opening June 18 - Wednesdays, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. June 18 – September 17, 1st Street Plaza located off 84th and Lincoln Rd (City Park)
Wohlner’s Midweek Market at Midtown Crossing Wednesdays, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. May 2 – September 26Parking garage next to Wohlner’s at 33rd and Dodge
Village Pointe Farmers Market Opening May 3 Saturdays, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. May 3 – October 4, 168th & Dodge
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Meet Dave, he’s been in the car business for 15 years. He is now the Manager of Used Car Sales at Atchley.
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I went in to buy a used vehicle from Atchley Ford. I worked with Dave on purchasing my vehicle. He not only was helpful, he was super knowledable in vehicle options and finace questions. We had a service issue after the purchase and Dave didn’t even bat an eye. He got us in right away and into a loaner vehicle that day. I’d say working with Dave is like working with family. Dave’s extensive knowlege in finance and sales puts him an edge above the rest.
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LOCAL COMMUNITY
CELEBRATIONSFlorence Days - May 10-11Florence celebrates its heritage each year with a parade and lots of other activities.
La Vista Daze - May 21 – 25Parade, Carnival, Hot Wheels Races, Community Cookout, Fireworks, Free Concert, Free Pool Party
Blair’s Gateway to the West Days – June 5 – 8Four day festival including Taste of Blair, parade, craft show, car show, carnival and more.
Springfield Days - June 6 – 7Parades, car show, pancake feed, Bubble Gum Blowing, Ice Cream Eat-ing, Pirate Look – A – Like Contest, family games and activities and more.
Elkhorn Days - June 6 – 8Pancake Feed, Parade Down Main Street, Family Festival in the Park, Spec-tacular Fireworks Display, and more.
Papillion Days – June 11 – 15Parade, carnival, tractor pull, plus much more
Bennington Daze - June 13 -15BBQ, Kids Games, Movie, Parade, Dance, and more!
Ralston Independence Day Celebration – July 3 – 4Independence Day Activities, Street Dance, Annual Grand Parade, Fireworks
Gretna Days – July 18 – 20Fireworks, Parade, Dance, Car show, Community Picnic, plus more!
Millard Days – August 19 – 24Millard Days is a full week of activities, including parade, carshow, carnival and Family day activities.
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BAVARIAN PRETZEL STICKS
HAWAIAN PIZZA
OUR FAVORITE OF THE NIGHTThe Pizza here is top notch. The thin crispy crust with a light sauce is perfectly topped with ham, pineapple and cream cheese. We will be back for this one soon!
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TAKE FIVEHOMEMADESPIKED LEMONADE
TOP PIZZAin OMAHA
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(402) 898-746914304 W Maple Rd, Omaha, NE 68164
Looking for Dinner and a Movie? The Majestic Cinema takes the traditional concept to a new level with their delicious food and exclusive reclining dream loungers.Below find a few of the entrees we had the pleasure of trying.
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ITALIAN SAUSAGE & ROASTED PEPPER MELT SANDWICH
RED VELVET CUPCAKE
TAKE FIVEHOMEMADESPIKED LEMONADE
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Overall ourexperience was better than we hoped it would be. The food and mixed drinks were over the top exceptional with the Hawaian Pizza being the standout.
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Omaha CampgroundsGlenn Cunningham Lake 96th and State St Omaha, NE 68122 Region: Northwest Phone: (402) 444-4628
NP Dodge Park 11001 J J Pershing Dr Omaha, NE 68112 Phone: (402) 444-4628
Riverwest Park 233rd and W Maple Rd Omaha, NE 68022 Phone: (402) 953-4731
Two Rivers I-80, Exit #444/Q St Waterloo, NE 68069 Phone: (402) 359-5165
Newly renovated lake with fishing. Running Water, Electrical Hookups, Dump Station, Tent/RV Camping, 58 Pads, Showers. Spaces available on first-come first served basis. Open mid-April to mid-Oct. Call for fees.
Running Water, Electrical Hookups, Dump Station,Tent/RV Camping, 46 Pads, Showers. Spaces available on first-come basis from mid-April to mid-Oct. Call for fees.
Running Water, 30 amp Electrical Hookups, Tent/RV Camping, 12 Pads, Outdoor Shower, Black Water removal available. Spaces available on first-come basis or by reservations online. RV’s/$25, Tents/$10. Other activities include Fishing, Tube and Tank floats down the Elkhorn River. Outdoor Movies and Beach.
Running Water (Seasonal), Electrical Hookups, Dump Station, Tent/RV Camping, 83 Pads, Showers
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Fishing Lakes Around Omaha
Lake Zorinsky
Louisville
Fremont
Standing Bear
Two Rivers
Lake Wehrspan
Mahoney State Park
Bluestem
Glenn Cunningham Lake
Levi Carter Lake
Fremont Lakes
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Fun in the SunSPLASH PADSview more Fun in the sun on our websitecommunityexperienceguide.com
OMAHA
Enjoy one of the local Splash Pads / Spray Grounds This Summer.
Omaha Parks and Recreation has five spray grounds in the city. Open - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, Memorial Day through Labor Day
Fontenelle Park Sprayground - 4405 Fontenelle Boulevard Kountze Sprayground -1920 Pinkney Orchard Park Sprayground - 66th and Hartman Upland Sprayground - 3104 Jefferson Street Westwood Heights Sprayground -12334 Seldin Drive
Seymour Smith Park - 6802 Harrison St
Shadow Lake Towne Center Sprayground -Open During Shopping Hours 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily (except during special events) Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day.
SURROUNDING LOCATIONS
Papillion Splash Pad at Schwer Park - 800 West Centennial Road, Papillion. Open 12-7 p.m. daily, Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge has an interactive water jet fountain for kids of all ages to enjoy.
Stinson Park at Aksarben Village - water fountains sure to provide kid entertainment
36th and Harrison / N 163rd Street and Butler Avenue
If you don’t see one of the area’s splash pads listed please contact us at
[email protected] (if we missed anything we will get it in our next issue)
Westwood Heights Sprayground -12334 Seldin Drive
Movies At A Glance
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THE AMAZING SPIDER MAN 2RATING : AI know what you are thinking... Another Spiderman? Well, I can say this was my favorite yet. There is not a dull moment in the movie. It offers seat gripping action with it’s over the top fight scenes and electrifying special effects. It also provides wit and romance, sure to please the whole family. Emma Stone is one of my personal favorites throwing in tasteful humor here and there. Look to be surprised at the end (it may be good or bad you’ll have to see).
CAPTAIN AMERICA 2RATING : C+Captain America started out a little slow. The movie did pick up towards the end with some over the top action scenes. Overall I miss Chris Evans humor from Fantastic Four in these movies. But if you are patient, the end may be enough to keep you pleased with this Marvel movie.
One thing for sure is this summer movie list is sure to please because there is a number of titles that look like must sees.
Our “Coming Soon” Must See List
MAY 23 MAY 30 JUNE 26
Movie Reviews made possible by:
Reviews are soley the opinions of Community Experience Magazine.
Movies At A Glance
14304 W Maple Rd, Omaha, NE 68164
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How to Prepare for a TornadoDuring any storm, listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay informed about tornado watches and warnings.
Know your community’s warning system. Communities have different ways of warning resi-dents about tornados, with many having sirens intended for outdoor warning purposes.Pick a safe room in your home where household members and pets may gather during a tornado. This should be a basement, storm cellar or an interior room on the lowest floor with no windows.
Practice periodic tornado drills so that everyone knows what to do if a tornado is approaching.
Consider having your safe room reinforced. Plans for reinforcing an interior room to provide better protection can be found on the FEMA web site.Prepare for high winds by removing diseased and damaged limbs from trees.Move or secure lawn furniture, trash cans, hanging plants or anything else that can be picked up by the wind and become a projectile.
Watch For Tornado Danger Signs:
• Dark, often greenish clouds – a phenomenon caused by hail• Wall cloud – an isolated lowering of the base of a thunderstorm• Cloud of debris• Large hail• Funnel cloud – a visible rotating extension of the cloud base•Roaring noise
by American Red Cross
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Dolce Northwest Omaha - Bistro, Organic, Seafood 12317 W Maple Rd
The Grey Plume Midtown Crossing-Blackstone - Modern American, French. 220 South 31st Avenue- Suite 3101
The Boiler Room Old Market District - Modern American, French, Italian 1110 Jones St
V. Mertz Restaurant Old Market District - Modern American, European 1022 Howard St
Twisted Cork Bistro/Tavern Regency-Westroads - Bistro, Seafood, Hawaiian 10730 Pacific Street
Taita Benson - Seafood, Bistro, Sushi 6109 Maple St
Lot 2Benson- Bistro 6207 Maple Street
Dante PizzeriaLegacy- Neapolitan Pizza 168th & Center
Harvest Southwest Omaha – Seafood, Bistro 16909 Lakeside Hills Plaza
J. CocoMidtown- Global seasonal menu 5203 Leavenworth st
Two Birds Bakery Elkhorn - Bakery 2812 North Main Street
Kitchen TableOld Market District - Delicatessen, Sandwiches/Subs, Vegetarian 1415 Farnam St
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