It’s almost time to celebrate America’s birthday! Our community takes this holiday very seriously, hosting multiple fireworks shows and tons of fun, family-friendly events leading up to the big day. We rounded up some of our favorite happenings in Omaha, Council Bluffs, Lincoln and the surrounding areas this year to help […]
While over the years, Nebraska has garnered a reputation as a “fly-over state” full of cornfields and uninteresting pastures, our amazing state really is so much more. In fact, did you know that Nebraska is home to five national parks? Or that we also lay claim to more than 50 state […]
Warm breezes, green grass, ice cream and the smell of sunscreen—summer is on its way, and we couldn’t be more excited! While Council Bluffs, Iowa may not be everyone’s idea of a “summer destination,” it should be! CB is home to some fantastic parks, lakes, festivals, farmers’ markets and more, making it the perfect place to enjoy some spectacular […]
After being rescheduled due to COVID-19 in 2020, the Summer Olympics are finally happening in Tokyo this year! While we love watching all the events—from tennis to rowing to skateboarding—we are particularly interested in swimming, mostly because Omaha plays a big part in that Olympic sport. That’s right, Omaha, Nebraska is home […]
Father’s Day is coming up quick! This year, the big day falls on Sunday, June 20th (so be sure to mark your calendars!). If you’re searching for fun things to do with the dad in your life during this upcoming holiday, we’ve rounded up a few ideas. Below, you’ll find a handful of exciting ways to spend Father’s Day […]
Pride Month is upon us! This month, which was created to honor the historic Stonewall Riots of 1969, is dedicated to celebrating and supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. But regardless of whether you identify asLGBTQIA+ or consider yourself an ally, Pride Month is a time when everyone can celebrate love. We’ve rounded up a few ways […]
Summer is almost here and while we are definitely looking forward to farmers’ markets, ice cream and outdoor exploration—we are even more excited to see the return of outdoor concert series to the Omaha area! After many events were canceled last year due to COVID-19, with the rise in vaccinations and a little […]
Summer is almost here and it’s brought summer vacation with it! School’s out and children are hankering for fun things to do around town. Luckily, Omaha isn’t lacking in the family-friendly activities department! Omaha is packed full of entertainment centers, educational opportunities and some amazing playgrounds. But when there are so many […]
Tall ceilings, stained-glass windows, hardwood floors—there’s just something about historic homes that we adore! Luckily, Omaha isn’t a stranger to historic homes, offering properties that have been meticulously maintained over centuries. To celebrate May, which is National Historic Preservation Month, we’re stepping back in time to explore some of the […]
The official start of summer is only a few weeks away! While we’re sad to see spring go, we are definitely looking forward to warmer weather, the smell of sunscreen in the air and, of course, many more opportunities to eat cold treats! From exploring Omaha’s many spraygrounds and exploring our world-class zoo to going on […]