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Hello weekend, we missed you! There are so many fun events and activities taking place in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE this weekend and we have listed them below for you to check out (you can thank us later!). You will find everything from summer concert series and walking food tours, to comedy shows, events at the Children’s Museum, festivals, farmers markets, wine tours, art exhibits, yoga in the park and much more. Enjoy! 

What: Bridge Beats Summer Concert Series
When: July 26th
Where: Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge | 705 Riverfront Drive Omaha, NE

What: Screening of Cooley High!
When: July 26th
Where: Film Streams at the Ruth Sokolof Theater | 1340 Mike Fahey Street Gomez Omaha, NE

What: Blackstone Walking Food Tour
When: July 26th
Where: 3804 Farnam Street Omaha, NE

What: Art Exhibit: ‘Portraits’ by Reagan D. Pufall
When: July 26th – 28th
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Attic Adventures
When: July 26th – 28th
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Fossil Fridays
When: July 26th
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Enchanted Kingdom
When: July 26th – 28th
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Comedy in Omaha
When: July 26th
Where: The Backline Comedy Theatre | 1618 Harney Street Omaha, NE

What: Night Market at Midtown Crossing
When: July 26th
Where: Midtown Crossing | 31st – 33rd and Farnam-Dodge Streets Omaha, NE

What: Movies in the Park: Coco
When: July 26th
Where: 100 Pearl Street Council Bluffs, IA

What: Space: Humanity’s Longest Journey
When: July 26th – 28th
Where: 28210 W Park Highway Ashland, NE

What: Rockbrook Village Friday Night Concert Series
When: July 26th
Where: Rockbrook Village Shopping Center | 2800 S 110th Ct. Omaha, NE

What: Fairytale Ball
When: July 27th
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Nebraska Asian Festival
When: July 27th
Where: Lewis and Clark Landing | 515 N Riverfront Drive Omaha, NE 

What: Ribstock BBQ Festival
When: July 27th
Where: Aksarben Village | 2232 S 64th Street Omaha, NE

What: Behind the Scenes: Aquarium Backstage Pass
When: July 27th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Benson Days 2019
When: July 27th & 28th
Where: PO Box 4134 Omaha, NE

What: Old Market Walking Food Tour
When: July 27th 
Where: 1001 Howard Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Farmers Market – Old Market
When: July 27th
Where: 11th and Jackson Streets Omaha, NE

What: Sweet Treats Bus Tour
When: July 27th & 28th
Where: Omaha Culinary Tours | Various Locations

What: Nebraska Wine Tour
When: July 28th
Where: Various Locations Omaha, NE

What: Wicked Omaha Walking Tour
When: July 26th – 28th
Where: History Walks LLC | 10th & Farnam Omaha, NE

What: Sunday Yoga in the Forest
When: July 28th
Where: Fontenelle Forest/Neale Woods | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd.

What: The Art of Seating: 200 Years of American Design 
When: July 26th – 28th
Where: Joslyn Art Museum | 2200 Dodge Street Omaha, NE

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If you are a homeowner in Omaha, NE, today’s blog post is a must-read. It doesn’t take very long to form habits, which can be a good thing when it comes to eating healthy and staying consistent with your trips to the gym. However, with the good can come the bad, and poor habits can start to sneak in as well. And when it comes to owning a home, poor habits can equal a large price tag and consistent frustration. Continue reading below for a few things to pay close attention to and bad habits to break as a homeowner.

• Be mindful if you are running a dishwasher that is half full as it can waste water. Instead of setting it off with only a few cups and dishes, wait until there are more kitchen items to include. And if you can’t wait, try washing and drying the few items you need by hand. 
• We all know that long, steamy showers can be refreshing and relaxing after a long day. But did you know they can also lead to mold and mildew buildup? Yikes! Try being more cautious the next time you rinse off as it also can waste water and ultimately increase your water bill. If you can’t help yourself and need a long hot shower to wash your day off, be sure to always run the exhaust fan and scrub your shower grout every few months. 
• Using too much mulch can end up suffocating your plants and trees, which in turn can cause rot and invasive insects to start popping up – a problem no homeowner wants on their hands! Be sure to loosely pack the mulch as this will allow water to properly filter through. 
• It is easy to be a sucker for a good bargain but buying cheap when it comes to household items doesn’t always save you money, as you may find yourself having to replace items more frequently. This is especially true when it comes to household appliances.
• As a homeowner, you may think that each corner of your home has the potential to store something – anything really – and before you know it clutter starts to accumulate everywhere you turn. It can be easy to justify keeping items you may think you will need down the road, but all that does is add to the ever-expanding piles. If you haven’t used an item in six months to a year, it may be time to let it go. 

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TGI (almost) F! Do you have your weekend calendar filled with all the fun events and adventures that are happening in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE? If not, you came to the right place! Below you will find activities such as country concerts and moon landing celebrations, as well as movies in the park, children’s museum events, a golf championship, summer concert series, walking food tours, a wine festival, farmers markets, yoga in the forest and so much more! 

What: Chris Stapleton: All-American Road Show
When: July 19th
Where: CHI Health Center Omaha | 455 N 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Moon Landing Celebration
When: July 19th & 20th
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Bridge Beats Summer Concert Series
When: July 19th
Where: Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge | 705 Riverfront Drive Omaha, NE

What: Highlander Movie Night: Spider-Man Into the Spider-Verse 
When: July 19th 
Where: 2112 N 30th Street Omaha, NE

What: Attic Adventures
When: July 19th – 21st
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Art Exhibit: ‘Portraits’ by Reagan D. Pufall
When: July 19th – 21st
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Blackstone Walking Food Tour
When: July 19th
Where: 3804 Farnam Street Omaha, NE

What: Comedy in Omaha
When: July 19th & 20th
Where: The Backline Comedy Theatre | 1618 Harney Street Omaha, NE

What: Garth Williams: Illustrator of the Century
When: July 19th – 21st
Where: Joslyn Art Museum | 2200 Dodge Street Omaha, NE

What: Enchanted Kingdom
When: July 19th – 21st
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Fossil Fridays
When: July 19th
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Midwest Paranormal History/Ghost Tour
When: July 19th & 20th
Where: Midwest Paranormal History Tours | Various Locations

What: Pinnacle Bank Golf Championship
When: July 19th & 20th
Where: 3825 N 202nd Street Elkhorn, NE

What: Movie in the Park: Inside Out
When: July 19th
Where: 100 Pearl Street Council Bluffs, IA

What: Omaha Crush Wine Festival
When: July 19th & 20th
Where: Midtown Crossing | 31st – 33rd and Farnam-Dodge Streets Omaha, NE

What: Rockbrook Village Friday Night Concert Series
When: July 19th
Where: Rockbrook Village Shopping Center | 2800 S 110th Ct. Omaha, NE

What: Tyrannosaurs at Two
When: July 19th – 21st
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Wings of Freedom Tour
When: July 19th – 21st
Where: 3737 Orville Plaza Omaha, NE

What: Mammel Courtyard Concerts
When: July 20th 
Where: 1200 Douglas Street Omaha, NE

What: A Slice of Omaha Pizza Tour
When: July 20th & 21st
Where: Omaha Culinary Tours | Various Locations

What: Behind the Scenes: Aquarium Backstage Pass
When: July 20th
Where: Omaha Henry’s Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Farmers Market – Old Market
When: July 20th
Where: 11th and Jackson Streets Omaha, NE

What: The Infusion: Bloody Mary Mix-Off
When: July 21st
Where: Founders One Nine | 1915 Jackson Street Omaha, NE

What: Sunday Yoga in the Forest
When: July 21st
Where: Fontenelle Forest/Neale Woods 

What: Wings of Freedom Tour
When: July 19th – 21st
Where: 3737 Orville Plaza Omaha, NE

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With summer in full swing (pun intended), there is no better time to grab your friends, golf clubs and sunscreen for a day perfecting your golf game on one of the many beautiful courses in the Omaha, NE area! Not sure where to head or which course to choose? Worry not, that is where today’s blog post comes in. Below we have listed a few courses that are must-plays in the area and the perfect destination to spend a warm summer day in Omaha, NE! 

Benson Park Public Golf Course
5333 N 72nd Street Omaha, NE
18 hole/Par 72 course featuring clubhouse, golf carts and new online reservations

Eagle Run Public Golf Course
3435 N 132nd Street Omaha, NE
9 holes/ 32 Par course featuring clubhouse, golf carts and online reservations

Elmwood Park Public Golf Course
6232 Pacific Street Omaha, NE
18 hole/ 68 Par course featuring clubhouse, golf carts and new online reservations

Jonny Goodman Public Golf Course
6111 S 99th Street Omaha, NE
18 hole/ 72 Par course featuring clubhouse, golf carts, driving range and online reservations

Knolls Public Golf Course
11630 Sahler Street Omaha, NE
18 hole/ 71 Par course featuring clubhouse, golf carts and online reservations 

Pacific Spring Public Golf Course
16810 Harney Street Omaha, NE
18 hole/ 70 Par course featuring clubhouse, golf carts and driving range

Spring Lake Public Golf Course
4020 Hoctor Blvd. Omaha, NE
9 hole/ 35 Par course featuring clubhouse, golf carts and online reservations

Milt’s Golf Course
6402 Q Street Omaha, NE
9 hole/ 27 Par course featuring clubhouse, golf carts and driving range 

Tiburon Golf (semi-private)
10302 S 168th Street Omaha, NE
27 hole/ 36 Par championship golf course featuring an elegant banquet facility

Warren Swigart Public Golf Course
3865 Parkview Drive Omaha, NE
9 hole/ 27 Par course featuring clubhouse, golf carts and online reservations

Westwood Heights Public Golf Course
12929 W Center Road Omaha, NE
9 hole/ 27 Par course featuring clubhouse and online reservations

Stone Creek Public Golf Course
6220 N 160th Avenue Omaha, NE
27 holes/ 72 Par course featuring driving range, golf carts and online reservations

Elkhorn Ridge Public Golf Course
20033 Elkhorn Ridge Drive Elkhorn, NE
9 holes/ 27 Par course featuring clubhouse, golf carts and driving range 

Pines Country Club (semi-private)
7516 N 286th Street Valley, NE
18 hole/ 72 Par course featuring clubhouse, golf carts and driving range

Indian Creek Public Golf Course
3825 N 202nd Elkhorn, NE
This recently renovated, PGA accredited course has three nine-hole courses – Red Feather, Black Bird and Gray Hawk – 27 hole/36 Par each 9. Features clubhouse, golf carts and driving range 

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We hope everyone had a fun and safe Fourth of July holiday last week and a great start to a new summer month! Let’s keep the good times and smiles rolling this weekend with fun events and adventures in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE. We have listed a few below for you to check out. You will find everything from concert series and walking food tours, to comedy shows, movies in the park, yoga in the forest, farmers markets, dinosaur exhibits, railroad days, moon landing celebrations and even a county fair! So grab your family and friends for a weekend filled with fun, laugher and creating beautiful memories in Omaha, NE. Enjoy! 

What: Attic Adventures
When: July 12th – 14th
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Percussion Group at the Douglas County Fair
When: July 12th
Where: 17305 Davenport Street Omaha, NE

What: Art Exhibit: ‘Portraits’ by Reagan D. Pufall
When: July 12th – 14th
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Bridge Beats Summer Concert Series
When: July 12th – 14th
Where: Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge | 705 Riverfront Drive Omaha, NE

What: Blackstone Walking Food Tour
When: July 12th
Where: 3804 Farnam Street Omaha, NE

What: Comedy in Omaha
When: July 12th & 13th
Where: The Backline Comedy Theatre | 1618 Harney Street Omaha, NE

What: Douglas County Fair: Chance Ridge
When: July 12th – 14th
Where: 506 Skyline Road Elkhorn, NE

What: 2019 Midwest National Teenager Pageant
When: July 12th
Where: 10799 NE Highway 370 Papillion, NE

What: Enchanted Kingdom
When: July 12th – 14th
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Fossil Fridays
When: July 12th
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Garth Williams: Illustrator of the Century 
When: July 12th – 14th
Where: Joslyn Art Museum | 2200 Dodge Street Omaha, NE

What: Movies in the Park: North by Northwest & Celebration of Railroad Days
When: July 12th
Where: 100 Pearl Street Council Bluffs, IA

What: Rockbrook Village Friday Night Concert Series
When: July 12th
Where: Rockbrook Village Shopping Center | 2800 S 110th Ct. Omaha, NE

What: Railroad Days: Celebrate Mile Zero
When: July 13th
Where: 100 Pearl Street Council Bluffs, IA

What: Owl Ride
When: July 13th
Where: Lewis and Clark Landing | 514 S 51st Avenue Cordes Omaha, NE

What: Relay for Life of Greater Omaha
When: July 13th
Where: Aksarben Village | 2285 S 67th Street Omaha, NE

What: Old Market Walking Food Tour
When: July 13th
Where: 1002 Howard Street Omaha, NE

What: Old Market Walking History Tour
When: July 13th
Where: 1001 Farnam Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Zoo
When: July 13th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Moon Landing Celebration
When: July 14th
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Wicked Omaha Walking Tour
When: July 14th
Where: History Walks LLC | 10th and Farnam Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Farmers Market – Aksarben Village
When: July 14th
Where: Aksarben Village | 67th and Center Streets Omaha, NE

What: Railroad Days
When: July 13th & 14th
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Sunday Yoga in the Forest
When: July 14th
Where: Fontenelle Forest/Neale Woods | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd. 

What: Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family
When: July 12th – 14th
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Tyrannosaurs at Two 
When: July 12th – 14th
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

If you are thinking of installing a fence around your yard, or replacing an existing fence, then you are in the right place. Today we are going to be talking about the pros and cons surrounding this topic, and hopefully at the end you will have a better feel if this decision is right for you and your family. Whether it be wood, vinyl or wrought iron, a fence is a major part of the functionality and aesthetic of your property and can be a large and expensive project to take on. But there are also many perks that come with installing one in your yard, which we know to be true as there are many beautiful fenced properties around Omaha, NE. Let’s dive right in! 

Pros to fencing your yard:

-One upside to fencing your yard is privacy, as it will reduce any outside disturbances to you and your family. Additionally, it will limit the amount of noise transfer from your home to your neighbors during outdoor parties or while making memories in the backyard.

-On that same note, if you live near a busy street you can try installing an eight-foot-high solid fence to reduce the noise from the area. If using the right product, you can potentially reduce noise by up to five percent depending on the elevation, height of the fence and noise frequencies. 

-Having a fence around your property is a great way to not only keep people and unwanted wandering critters out, but also keep your kids and pets in. Win-win! 

-From a design standpoint, a fence that is well built and constructed can definitely add to your home’s curb appeal and overall aesthetic. A well-known example of this would be a white picket fence, as it is able to add a charming look to the home and define property boundaries at the same time. 

Cons to fencing your yard: 

-The most obvious con to building a fence in your yard is cost. Whether you are thinking of fencing your whole property, or just part, it will not be a cheap project. As you could image, the price can vary depending on things such as labor, materials, length, etc., but to give you an idea a wooden privacy fence averages about $17 to $23 per linear foot. You can do the math on that!

-Second, if you are thinking of fencing your yard you have to take into account the maintenance of the fence itself, as they can begin deteriorating over time. This is especially true with wood fences which can begin to warp and rot over time. To avoid this, make sure to pencil in the occasional sealing, cleaning, staining and/or painting on your to-do list!

It’s that time of year where American flags are flying high, everyone is sporting their best red, white and blue attire and backyard BBQ’s are in full force. That’s right – The Fourth of July is here, and we have all the best events and activities in and around Omaha, NE for you to check out below. Enjoy a patriotic fun filled week with family and friends watching movies in the park, attending sporting events, local parades, adventures at the zoo and, of course, take in the magic of fireworks lighting up the night sky. We hope you enjoy all festivities that Omaha, NE has to offer this Fourth of July, and we wish you a fun and relaxing holiday! 

What: Red, White & Zoo! 
When: July 4th – 7th (9am – 5pm)
Where: Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Red, White & Bubbles: $1 Swim at City of Omaha Pools
When: July 4th
Where: Various Locations | Find a location near you here

What: Free Entry for Active Military & Veterans at Fun-Plex
When: July 4th (from 11am – 6pm)
Where: Fun-Plex | 7003 Q Street Omaha, NE 

What: Monday Night at the Movies “Independence Day”
When: July 1st (movie starts at dusk)
Where: Turner Park at Midtown Crossing, Omaha 

What: Firecracker Flight
When: July 4th (8am-11am)
Where: Baxter Arena | 2425 S 67th St, Omaha, NE

What: Boys Town Fireworks
When: July 4th (around 10pm)
Where: Boys Town Omaha
*Free event

What: Nebraska Wind Symphony with the NWS Swingtones Big Band
When: July 4th (6pm) 
Where: SumTur Amphitheater | 11691 S. 108th Street 
*Free event

What: Ralston Independence Day Festivities
When: July 3rd – 4th
Where: Ralston Arena | 72nd and Q Street

What: Omaha Storm Chasers Game & Firework
When: July 4th & 5th (Game starts at 7:05pm, fireworks following)
Where: Werner Park | 12356 Ballpark Way, Papillion, NE

What: Field Club Annual 4th of July Neighborhood Parade
When: July 4th (10:30am)
Where: Woolworth Avenue

What: Independence Fireworks at Werner Park
When: July 4th & 5th
Where: 12356 Ballpark Way Papillion, NE

What: Living History at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park
When: July 6th – 7th (10am – 4:45pm)
Where: Fort Atkinson State Historical Park | 201 S. 7th Street Fort Calhoun, NE

What: 47th Annual Platte Center Fourth of July Celebration
When: June 1st – 4th
Where: Platte Center Nebraska

What: Uncle Sam Jam
When: July 3rd – 4th
Where: Oak Lake Park | First and Charleston Streets 

What: Independence Day Celebration
When: July 1st – 6th
Where: Nebraska City

What: Sward Fourth of July
When: July 1st – 4th
Where: Seward, Nebraska

What: Annual Hooper Fourth of July Fun Run
When: July 4th at 8am
Where: Hooper Park | 408 Main St, Hooper, NE 

What: Madison Fourth of July Parade
When: July 4th (10am)
Where: Main Street in Madison, Nebraska 
*Free event

What: Stanton Fourth of July Parade
When: July 4th (10am)
Where: Stanton, Nebraska 

What: July Fourth Flea Party
When: July 4th
Where: Fairbury City Park | 421 City Park Road 

What: Murdock Fourth of July Celebration
When: July 4th
Where: Murdock, Nebraska 
*Free Event

What: Norfolk Fourth of July Parade 
When: July 4th (10am)
Where: Norfolk Avenue in downtown Norfolk, Nebraska 
*Free event

What: 1899 Independence Day Celebration
When: July 4th
Where: Grand Island, Nebraska 

What: City of Hickman Fireworks Display
When: July 4th (10pm)
Where: Main Park in Hickman, Nebraska

What: Big Bang Boom
Where: July 6th (1pm – 10pm)
Where: Skyview Lake Norfolk, Nebraska 

As we say goodbye to another month (June, you were good to us…) and welcome a new one (July, we are ready for you!), be sure to enjoy all the festivities that are happening in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE this weekend! You will find concerts and comedy shows, as well as firework displays, movies in the park, plays, dinosaur adventures, walking food tours, yoga in the forest and local farmers markets. Check out these events and much more below! 

What: Heartland Youth Pride
When: June 28th
Where: Baxter Arena | 2425 S 67th Street Omaha, NE

What: Blacklist & TSPR Present: Y2K, Giving Back Monday & Solo Safe
When: June 28th 
Where: Lookout Lounge | 320 S 72nd Street Omaha, NE

What: Dreams & Fears Album Release Event
When: June 28th
Where: Blue Barn Theatre | 1106 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: The City of Omaha Celebrates America Free Concert & Fireworks Show 
When: June 28th
Where: Memorial Park | 6005 Underwood Avenue Omaha, NE

What: Art Exhibit: ‘Portraits’ by Reagan D. Pufall
When: June 28th – 30th 
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Comedy in Omaha 
When: June 28th & 29th
Where: The Backline Comedy Theatre | 1618 Harney Street Omaha, NE

What: Enchanted Kingdom
When: June 28th – 30th
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Fossil Fridays
When: June 28th
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Garth Williams: Illustrator of the Century
When: June 28th – 30th
Where: Joslyn Art Museum | 2200 Dodge Street Omaha, NE

What: Jay Heikes
When: June 28th – 30th
Where: Joslyn Art Museum | 2200 Dodge Street Omaha, NE

What: Movies in the Park: Zootopia
When: June 28th
Where: 100 Pearl Street Council Bluffs, IA

What: Midwest Paranormal History/Ghost Tour
When: June 28th & 29th
Where: Midwest Paranormal History Tours | Various Locations

What: Night Market
When: June 28th
Where: Midtown Crossing | 31st – 33rd and Farnam-Dodge Streets Omaha, NE

What: OCon Expo – Comics and Pop Culture Expo
When: June 28th – 30th
Where: One Arena Way Council Bluffs, IA

What: Patriotic Perches Exhibit
When: June 28 – 30th
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Rockbrook Village Friday Night Concert Series 
When: June 28th
Where: Rockbrook Village Shopping Center | 2800 S 110th Ct. Omaha, NE

What: Shakespeare On The Green – Hamlet
When: June 28th – 30th
Where: Nebraska Shakespeare | Elmwood Park 60th & Dodge Streets Omaha, NE

What: Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family
When: June 28th – 30th
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Heartland Pride Festival feat. Big Freedia
When: June 29th
Where: Baxter Arena | 2425 S 67th Street Omaha, NE

What: College Home Run Derby & Fireworks
When: June 29th
Where: 1200 Mike Fahey Street Omaha, NE

What: Lake Manawa Fireworks
When: June 29th
Where: 1100 S Shore Drive Council Bluffs, IA

What: Omaha Beer Fest
When: June 29th
Where: Horsemen’s Park | 6303 Q Street Omaha, NE

What: Behind the Scenes: Aquarium Backstage Pass
When: June 28th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Farmers Market – Old Market
When: June 29th
Where: 11th and Jackson Streets Omaha, NE

What: Rockbrook Village Cars and Caffeine
When: June 29th
Where: Rockbrook Village Shopping Center | 2800 S 110th Ct. Omaha, NE

What: Sunday Yoga in the Forest
When: June 30th
Where: Fontenelle Forest/Neale Woods | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd. 

It’s official – you have finally found, closed on and moved into the home of your dreams in Omaha, NE. We think a congratulations are in order as that is no small feat! But once the celebratory Champaign bubbles have fizzled out and all the boxes have been put away, it is now time to ensure that a few things are in order in your new abode. Below we have listed a couple items for you to tackle in the areas of security, home documents, emergency planning and maintenance to not only help keep you organized, but also avoid any costly home repairs down the road. 

Home safety and security:
First thing’s first! When it comes to home safety for you and your family, this is something you want to jump on right away:

-Before anything else, make sure to change the locks on the home. You never know who had a spare key and could let themselves into your house at any point.
-On that same note, you want to reset any codes that allow access into the house/property, such as gates, garage doors, etc. 
-It is always a good idea to have a fire extinguisher near the kitchen in the event of an emergency/fire.
-Set aside some time to test carbon monoxide and fire detectors to ensure they are working properly. 
-In all exterior lights, make sure that all bulbs are working and replace any that need to be fixed. 
-Lastly, be sure to hide extra sets of keys in a lockbox out of sight. Robbers have gotten cleaver and know to check under flower pots! 

Important home documents: 
There are a few important documents that you may want to keep handy in case an unexpected dispute arises, or you need to reference information: 

-Insurance documents
-Final closing documents
-Contact information for lender
-Inspection report 

Emergency planning:
The least ideal time to plan for an emergency is while it is happening. Here are a few things to keep in mind and plan for:

-Be sure to familiarize yourself with the circuit box, as well as label the circuit breakers.
-If you have gas, make sure to know where the gas shut-off valve is in case of an emergency. 
-Find where the main water shut-off value is in the event of a broken pipe. 
-For quick reference, make a list of emergency contacts such as your insurance agent, utility companies, electrician and plumber, and make it easily accessible to everyone in the home. 

Maintenance: 
As a homeowner, you now are responsible for all maintenance of your property (we know, *sigh..*) To make it a bit easier for you, we have created some bullets below for you to reference. It may be beneficial for you to set calendar events, so you don’t miss these basic maintenance tasks: 

-Schedule HVAC maintenance in the spring and fall, as well as change the filters at least once a season. 
-Check on and clean out those gutters at least once a year. 
-Clean out the dryer vent and hose at least once yearly to avoid fires.
-Once a year, drain your water heater. 
-If your refrigerator was not purchased recently, be sure to clean the coils at least once a year.