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Ways To Celebrate Halloween At Home / Spooky Events Around Omaha, NE

by Nancy Heim-berg

Ways To Celebrate Halloween At Home / Spooky Events Around Omaha, NE It goes without saying that Halloween this year looks a bit different than years past. While some families are opting for the traditional celebrations, others are looking for more remote options. In today’s post we are going to be discussing a few ways to conduct your spooky festivities at home, as well as some local celebrations you can attend around the Omaha, NE area. Let’s dive right in! 

For a spooky night in: 

-One way to celebrate the most haunted night of the year is to have a virtual costume party with family and friends. Not only is this a great excuse to connect with loved ones, but you can spend the time showing off costumes, the spooky decorations around your home and playing games. 

-A great way to enjoy the spirit of Halloween is watching a movie - how scary it ends up being is up to you! If you have children, consider dressing them up as their favorite character to add a bit more fun to the evening. 

-Nothing says Halloween more than an evening spent decorating pumpkins. For families with children, consider painting pumpkins instead to avoid any carving injuries. Don’t forget to roast the pumpkin seeds for a fun fall snack! 


For a spooky weekend around Omaha, NE: 
*Please observe social distancing guidelines.

What: Halloween drive-through car wash
When: October 29th & 30th | 5pm-9pm
Where: 11910 M. Street Omaha, NE

What: Day of the Dead at Omaha Children’s Museum
When: October 31st - November 1st | 9-11:30am & 12:30-3pm
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Howl-O-Ween Safari
When: October 25th - 31st | 12pm - 4pm
Where: 16406 N. 292 Street Ashland, NE

What: Day of the Dead/Dia de Muertos
When: October 28th - November 1st | Wednesday - Saturday
Where: El Museo Latino | 4701 S 25th Street Omaha, NE

What: Freaky Film Friday: The Nightmare Before Christmas
When: October 30th | 7-9pm
Where: 2200 Dodge Street Omaha, NE

What: Monster Mash Halloween Event
When: October 31st | 10am - 2pm
Where: 28210 West Park Highway Ashland, NE

Wishing you and your family a wonderful Halloween weekend! 

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Advantages Of Building Your Own Omaha, NE House

by Nancy Heim-berg

Advantages Of Building Your Own Omaha, NE HouseIf you are thinking of building your own home in Omaha, NE there are many things to consider before you decide if this route is for you. While there are pros and cons to every decision, below we have listed a few advantages of building a home for you to take into account. Let’s dive in! 

-One advantage of building your own home is that you get to start fresh with (quite literally) everything. There are no holes to patch in the walls, no weird carpet stains to steam clean, no paint chips to touch up and no appliances to update. Everything will start out brand new and for some people there is a peace of mind in knowing that.

-On that same note, another advantage is that you get to customize the home to your specific tastes and preferences. Depending on your builder, you could have the opportunity to pick out every kitchen finish, every paint color, every appliance and potentially even the layout of your new abode. 

-Building your own home allows you to incorporate new energy efficient systems throughout which can save you money each month. Many older homes do not have these systems in place and it can be a hassle to upgrade your home to these newer models. 

-Lastly, while you could potentially be paying more money upfront to build a house, you will have a higher resale value when you go to sell your home. This is due in part to people wanting to live in newer homes that are toxin-free, energy-efficient and more spacious than the older homes in surrounding neighborhoods. 

 

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October Fun Around Omaha, NE Over The Next Two Weeks

by Nancy Heim-berg

October Fun Around Omaha, NE Over The Next Two WeeksAs we pass the halfway mark of the spookiest month of the year, we are happy to bring you all the events and Halloween fun happening in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE over the next two weeks! You will find everything from ghost hunts and photography events, to castle tours, trick-or-treat adventures, yoga classes, Halloween movies and much more. Enjoy! *Please observe social distancing guidelines. 

What: Back to Normal: An Exploration of Spring 2020
When: October 14th - December 23rd | Wednesday - Saturday 
Where: 4011 Farnam Street Omaha, NE

What: Bug Squad
When: October 14th 2020 - April 11th 2021 | Wednesday - Sunday 
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Ghost Hunt
When: October 14th - 29th
Where: Museum of Shadows | 1110 Douglas Street Omaha, NE

What: Fact and Fiction in Contemporary Photography
When: October 14th - 18th
Where: Joslyn Art Museum | 2200 Dodge Street Omaha, NE

What: Molas: THe Art of Panama 
When: October 14th - December 31st
Where: El Museo Latino | 4701 S 25th Street Omaha, NE

What: The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited
When: October 14th 2020 - January 9th 2021 | Tuesday - Saturday 
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Halloween Drive-Through Car Wash
When: October 15th - 30th
Where: 11910 M Street Omaha, NE

What: Fireworks Over Vala’s
When: October 16th - 30th | Friday’s
Where: 12102 So. 180th Street Gretna, NE

What: Joslyn Castle Public Tours
When: October 15th - December 17th
Where: Joslyn Castle | 3902 Davenport Street Omaha, NE

What: Penguin Problems
When: October 16th - 18th
Where: The Rose Theatre | 2001 Farnam Omaha, NE

What: Trick or Treat Nights
When: October 16th & 23rd
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Safari Tent Camp: 21+ Safari at the Zoo
When: October 17th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Sunday Afternoon Music at Soaring Wings Vineyard
When: October 18th 2020 - June 27th 2021 | Sunday’s
Where: 17111 S 138th Street Springfield, NE

What: Wicked Omaha Walking Tour
When: October 18th
Where: History Walks LLC | 10th & Farnam Omaha, NE

What: Yoga at the Forest
When: October 18th - December 13th | Sunday’s
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd. Omaha, NE 

What: Yoga at the Malcolm X Center
When: October 19th
Where: Malcolm X Birthsite | 3448 Evans Street

What: Boxes, Bags, Ribbons & Bows: A Family Overnight Safari 
When: October 24th - December 18th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Traditional Textiles
When: October 20th
Where: El Museo Latino | 4701 S 25th Street Omaha, NE

What: Hallo-weekend at The Durham Museum
When: October 24th & 25th
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Howl-O-Ween Safari
When: October 24th - 31st
Where: Education Base Camp near Wolf Woods

What: Yoga in the Aquarium
When: October 24th - November 21st
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE 

What: Thursday Theater: Hocus Pocus
When: October 15th
Where: The Capitol District | 1022 Capitol Avenue Omaha, NE

What: Day of the Dead/Dia de Muertos
When: October 17th - November 14th | Wednesday - Saturday
Where: El Museo Latino | 4701 S 25th Street Omaha, NE

What: Ghoulish Garden Adventure
When: October 18th
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Symphony Presents Centennial Overtures: All Beethoven
When: October 22nd
Where: Holland Performing Arts Center | 1200 Douglas Street Omaha, NE

What: Boo Drive Thru
When: October 23rd
Where: 3001 S 144th Street Omaha, NE

What: Trunk or Treat
When: October 24th
Where: Zen Coffee Company | 230 S 25th Street #3 Omaha, NE

What: The Great Halloween Drive-Through
When: October 27th
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

 

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Fall Maintenance Tips For Your Omaha, NE Home

by Nancy Heim-berg

Fall Maintenance Tips For Your Omaha, NE HomeA few weeks ago we talked about ways to transition your home from summer to fall when it comes to decor (see post here), but today we are going to be discussing the maintenance side of things. Not quite sure where to start? We have you covered with a few items below to check in on around your home. Let’s dive right in!

-Keep an eye on your irrigation system and be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instruction to protect the integrity and functionality of the sprinkler system. *Also, keep in mind that seasonal rainfall will hydrate your foliage so you may want to set (or reset) the system accordingly. 

-To prevent little critters coming inside to escape the cold, make sure to cover large holes in walls and, if you have an attic, check the insulation for damage from the pesky critters. 

-Fix any cracks in your driveway. Many people don’t realize that when water gets into the cracks it freezes, expands and can eventually end up making the crack bigger which leads to larger problems down the road. 

-Check around the exterior of your home for inexpensive maintenance projects that you will be able to tackle quickly such as cleaning the gutters/downspouts, trimming greenery to prevent damage, check the roof for missing/loose shingles, caulking, etc. 

-Consider adding whetherstripping around the frames of doors and windows in your home to help keep the warmth in and energy costs down. If you have drafty doors, you can also add door sweeps to the base to help keep cold air out.

-In order to prevent water freezing, drain and disconnect all garden hoses from outside spigots. 

-Lastly, remember to change your filters and schedule a chimney cleaning and heating system maintenance. 

 

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