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As we say goodbye to another year and welcome 2022, we want to thank all of our amazing clients for a truly incredible 2021. What a year it has been!

If you are looking for fun ways to ring in the new year, below we have listed some NYE celebrations happening in and around Omaha, as well as other events in the coming weeks for you to enjoy. You will find everything from firework displays and painting parties, to First Friday events, plays, block parties, castle tours, children's events and more! 

What: New Year’s Eve Firework Spectacular 
When: December 31st
Where: CHI Health Center Omaha | 455 N 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Bubbly New Year’s Eve Party
When: December 31st
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: New Year’s Eve: Paint & Sip SPARKTACULAR
When: December 31st
Where: 1315 N 26th Street Omaha, NE

What: Penguins and Pancakes
When: December 29th & 30th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience
When: December 30th & 31st
Where: Slowdown | 729 N 14th Street Omaha, NE

What: Christmas at Union Station
When: December 29th 2021 - January 9th 2022
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Beyond the Vote
When: December 29th 2021 - January 30th 2022
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Dear Evan Hansen
When: December 29th 2021 - January 2nd 2022
Where: Orpheum Theater | 409 S 16th Street Omaha, NE

What: Cold War in Film
When: December 29th 2021 - January 3rd 2022
Where: Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum

What: Game On!
When: December 29th 2021 - January 2nd 2022
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Guy Goldstein
When: December 29th 2021 - January 2nd 2022
Where: Joslyn Art Museum | 2200 Dodge Street Omaha, NE

What: Our Home: Holidays at the General Crook House Museum 
When: December 29th 2021 - January 14th 2022
Where: General Crook House Museum | 5730 N 30th Street 11B Omaha, NE

What: Holiday Lights Festival: Holidays in the Old Market
When: December 29th 2021 - January 3rd 2022
Where: Old Market | Harney to Jackson Streets & 10th to 13th Streets Omaha, NE

What: Santa’s Rock n Lights Drive-Through Light Show
When: December 29th 2021 - January 2nd 2022
Where: Werner Park | 12356 Ballpark Way Omaha, NE

What: Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing
When: December 29th 2021 - February 14th 2022
Where: Midtown Crossing | 34th & Farnam Omaha, NE

What: Holiday Lights Festival: North Omaha Lighting Display
When: December 29th 2021 - January 3rd 2022
Where: 24th & Lake Streets Omaha, NE

What: The Capitol District Igloos
When: December 29th 2021 - April 3rd 2022
Where: The Capitol District | 1022 Capitol Avenue Omaha, NE

What: Winter Wonderland at Fontenelle Forest
When: December 29th 2021 - January 3rd 2022
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd.

What: The ARENA at The Backline
When: December 31st
Where: The Backline Comedy Theatre | 1618 Harney Street Omaha, NE

What: Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition at The Capitol District
When: December 30th 2021 - January 1st 2022
Where: The Capitol District | 1100 Capitol Avenue Suite 101 Omaha, NE

What: Block Party
When: January 8th - 12th 2022
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: First Friday Old Market
When: January 7th
Where: Old Market | Harney to Jackson Streets and 10th to 13th Streets Omaha, NE

What: Joslyn Castle Public Tours
When: January 9th 2022
Where: Joslyn Castle | 3902 Davenport Street Omaha, NE

What: Petting Zoo at Scatter Joy Acres 
When: December 30th 2021 - February 26th 2022
Where: Scatter Joy Acres | 4966 Newport Avenue Omaha, NE

What: Mudpies at Fontenelle Forest
When: January 11th - 27th 2022
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd.

From our family to yours, we want to wish you a very Happy New Year! 

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Whether you are celebrating at home or heading out of town to visit loved ones, we hope you are having a joyous and merry holiday season! Below we have listed a few safety tips to ensure the festivities and celebrations go off without a hitch and everyone stays safe - no one likes a holiday emergency! Let’s dive in: 

Tips for the chefs and bakers of the house:
-Did you know that leaving food unattended on the stove or fryer is the most common cause of cooking fires? Be sure to always keep an eye on things while you are actively cooking. 
-On the topic of cooking fires, make sure to quickly check that all smoke detectors are working and change out the batteries if needed. 
-Using a deep fryer this holiday season? Make sure to keep a safe distance from flammable materials and only use on a level surface. 
 
Tips for the candle lovers of the house:
-We get it, candles fill the home with warm light and delicious seasonal smells. However, make sure to only use candles on sturdy, level surfaces and use weighted holders to lessen the chance of them falling and starting a fire. 
-At the end of the night, after the festivities are over, walk through the house and make sure all the lit candles have been blown out.
-To ensure nothing catches fire, it is recommended to keep roughly twelve inches clear on either side of a lit flame. 
 
Tips for the holiday home:
-Keep your Christmas tree watered and hydrated at all times, as a dry tree is more likely to catch fire. It is also recommended to keep trees away from heat sources in the home. 
-Be sure to have your chimney cleaned at least once during the year if you have a wood-burning stove or fireplace.
-Installing smart sensors in your water pipes is a great way to help prevent potential water damage from a frozen/burst pipe.

Tips for the holiday traveler: 
-If you are heading out of town for the holidays, there are a few things to check on before your departure. First, be sure to close all blinds and/or shades to keep curious eyes away. 
-Do a quick walkthrough to ensure all entry points in your home are closed and locked, especially doors and windows. 
-Remove any spare keys that may be hidden around the exterior of the home. 
-You may want to invest in a security system as an extra layer of protection for your home. It is also a great way to deter thieves. 
-If you will be gone for an extended period of time, think about pausing your mail, asking neighbors to grab any packages from the porch and hiring a snow shoveling service if weather is in the forecast. 

From everyone here at the Heim-Berg Team, we wish you a very Merry Christmas! We are so grateful for each of our wonderful clients and appreciate the opportunity to serve you. 

December is in full swing, along with all the holiday events around Omaha! 'Tis the season for Christmas plays, holiday festivals, greeting Santa and all things merry and bright (including a holiday lights festival!). Below we have listed all the can’t-miss holiday fun happening in and around our beautiful city over the next two weeks. So grab your family, friends and best Christmas sweater for some fun around town! 

What: Bright Nights at Lauritzen Gardens
When: December 13th 2021 - January 3rd 2022
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: A Christmas Carol
When: December 15th - 23rd
Where: Omaha Community Playhouse | 6915 Cass Street Hawks Mainstage Theatre

What: Christmas at Union Station
When: December 13th 2021 - January 9th 2022
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: From the Globe to Our Home: Holidays at the General Crook House Museum
When: December 13th 2021 - January 14th 2022
Where: General Crook House Museum | 5730 N 30th Street 11B Omaha, NE

What: Holiday Festival in the Forest
When: December 13th - 17th
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd. Bellevue, NE

What: Holiday Lights Festival: Holidays in the Old Market
When: December 13th 2021 - January 3rd 2022
Where: Old Market | Harney to Jackson Streets & 10th to 13th Streets Omaha, NE

What: Merry & Bright: Holiday Poinsettia Show
When: December 13th 2021 - January 3rd 2022
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Santa’s Rock n Lights Drive-Through Light Show
When: December 14th 2021 - January 2nd 2022
Where: Werner Park | 12356 Ballpark Way Papillion, NE

What: Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing
When: December 13th 2021 - February 14th 2022
Where: Midtown Crossing | 34th & Farnam Omaha, NE

What: Santa’s Magic
When: December 13th - 23rd
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Winter Wonderland at Fontenelle Forest
When: December 13th 2021 - January 3rd 2022
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd. Bellevue, NE

What: Christmas in My Heart with Camille Metoyer Moten
When: December 16th - 23rd
Where: Omaha Community Playhouse | 6915 Cass Street Howard Drew Theatre

What: Omaha Symphony Christmas Celebration
When: December 16th - 19th
Where: Holland Performing Arts Center | 1200 Douglas Street Omaha, NE

What: Lights of Aksarben
When: December 17th
Where: Aksarben Village | 67th and Center Streets Omaha, NE

What: Family Nights with Santa
When: December 14th - 21st
Where: 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Lucas Hoge: A Wonderful Christmastime
When: December 22nd
Where: Holland Performing Arts Center | 1200 Douglas Street Omaha, NE

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Even though the official start of winter is still two weeks away, the cold weather has officially landed in Omaha, NE! 

Now is a great time to start preparing your home for the chilly months ahead. Below we have listed a few tasks that aren’t too time consuming and will make a big difference in protecting your home from the low temperatures. Let’s dive in:

-If you frequently use your fireplace during the winter months, be sure to have it thoroughly cleaned by a chimney sweep. This will ensure any creosote buildup, nests and debris are removed, which can be not only dangerous for your health but become a fire hazard as well. This is also a great time to inspect the chimney for cracks and check that the furnace or boiler is running safely and efficiently. 

-While we are on the topic of reducing the risk of house fires, checking the batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should also be on your list this winter. During the chilly winter months, 27 percent of structure fires are caused by heating (according to the U.S. Fire Administration). You can understand the importance and necessity of these detectors working properly in your home to keep you and your family safe.

-A crucial part of preparing your home for winter is ensuring that pipes don’t freeze. As water freezes it expands, and the expanding is what causes pipes to burst (and a migraine to set in). To avoid this you will want to insulate all the pipes throughout your home that are near doors, windows and in any other areas that are not heated. Additionally, you will want to ensure the heat is not set lower than 55 degrees fahrenheit and to drain the garden hose/sprinklers if you have them. 

-Lastly, go to each ceiling fan in your home and set it to the reverse direction.  On most models there is a switch that will allow the fan blades to spin clockwise. Allowing the blades to run in a clockwise direction will push the heated air down and thus create a warmer, cozier atmosphere during the chilly winter months. 

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December is bringing all the holiday fun and cheer to Omaha, NE! Below we have listed a handful of Can't-miss events happening in and around our beautiful city over the next two weeks. You will find everything from Christmas festivities and plays, to First Friday events, concerts, holiday markets, light festivals, and more. So grab your loved ones and head out for some exciting holiday celebrations around Omaha!

What: Ballet Nebraska Presents The Nutcracker
When: December 4th & 5th
Where: Orpheum Theater | 409 S 16th Street Omaha, NE

What: A Christmas Carol
When: December 1st - 23rd
Where: Omaha Community Playhouse | 6915 Cass Street Hawks Mainstage Theatre

What: Christmas at Union Station
When: December 1st 2021 - January 9th 2022
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: From the Globe to Our Home: Holidays at the General Crook House Museum
When: December 1st 2021 - January 14th 2022
Where: General Crook House Museum | 5730 N 30th Street 11B Omaha, NE

What: Game On!
When: December 1st 2021 - January 5th 2022
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Holiday Lights Festival: Holidays in the Old Market
When: December 1st 2021 - January 3rd 2022
Where: Old Market | Harney to Jackson Streets & 10th to 13th Streets Omaha, NE

What: Merry & Bright: Holiday Poinsettia Show
When: December 1st 2021 - January 3rd 2022
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Santa’s Magic
When: December 1st - 23rd
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing
When: December 1st 2021 - February 14th 2022
Where: Midtown Crossing | 34th & Farnam Omaha, NE

What: The Capitol District Igloos
When: December 1st 2021 - April 3rd 2022
Where: The Capitol District | 1022 Capitol Avenue Omaha, NE

What: Santa’s Rock n Lights Drive-Through Light Show
When: December 1st 2021 - January 2nd 2022
Where: Werner Park | 12356 Ballpark Way Papillion, NE

What: Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition at The Capitol District
When: December 2nd 2021 - January 1st 2022
Where: The Capitol District | 1100 Capitol Avenue Suite 101 Omaha, NE

What: Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience
When: December 2nd - 31st
Where: Slowdown | 729 N 14th Street Omaha, NE

What: Bright Nights at Lauritzen Gardens
When: December 3rd 2021 - January 3rd 2022
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Christmas in My Heart with Camille Metoyer Moten
When: December 3rd - 23rd
Where: Omaha Community Playhouse | 6915 Cass Street Howard Drew Theatre Omaha, NE

What: Benson First Friday
When: December 3rd
Where: Military Avenue & 60th Street Omaha, NE

What: First Friday Old Market
When: December 3rd
Where: Old Market | Harney to Jackson Streets & 10th to 13th Streets Omaha, NE

What: Lights of Aksarben
When: December 3rd - 17th
Where: Aksarben Village | 67th and Center Streets Omaha, NE

What: Holiday Model Trains at Union Pacific Railroad Museum
When: December 3rd - 18th
Where: Union Pacific Railroad Museum | 200 Pearl Street Council, Bluffs IA

What: Holiday Market
When: December 4th & 5th
Where: Aksarben Village | 67th and Center Streets Omaha, NE

What: Joyful Noise: A Gospel Christmas featuring Salem Baptist Church Choir
When: December 4th & 5th
Where: Holland Performing Arts Center | 1200 Douglas Street Omaha, NE

What: Holiday Festival in the Forest
When: December 11th - 17th
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd.

What: Leslie Odom Jr.: The Christmas Tour
When: December 1st 
Where: Holland Performing Arts Center | 1200 Douglas Street Omaha, NE

What: Winter Popup Wedding Event
When: December 4th
Where: Omaha Marriott Downtown At The Capitol District | 222 N 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Santa Goes to Space
When: December 4th
Where: Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum 

What: David Benoit Christmas Tribute to Charlie Brown
When: December 11th
Where: Holland Performing Arts Center | 1200 Douglas Street Omaha, NE 

Choosing the best home and neighborhood for your needs is of utmost importance to our team.  Please contact us with any questions you may have and check back to view our blog weekly for great home buying and selling tips!