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As 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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A 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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As temperatures begin to drop and Fall settles in, now is the perfect time to join in on all the fun events and adventures happening in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE. Below we have listed some can’t-miss events taking place over the next two weeks. You will find everything from First Friday events and Camping at the Zoo, to Junkstock, farmer’s markets, yoga in the forest, dog events at Lauritzen Gardens, night golf, a food truck extravaganza and much more! Enjoy! *Please observe social distancing guidelines. 

What: Bug Squad
When: September 30th 2020 - April 11th 2021 | Wednesday - Sunday
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Benson First Friday
When: October 2nd
Where: Military Avenue & 60th Street Omaha, NE

What: Family Safari Tent Camping at The Zoo
When: October 2nd
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: First Friday Old Market 
When: October 2nd
Where: Old Market | Harney to Jackson Streets & 10th - 13th Streets Omaha, NE

What: Junkstock: Harvest Edition
When: October 2nd - 11th
Where: 1150 River Road Drive Waterloo, NE

What: Omaha Farmers Market: Old Market
When: October 3rd & 10th 
Where: 1011 Jackson Street Omaha, NE

What: Snoozing Under the Sea: A Family Overnight Safari
When: October 3rd - December 30th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Village Pointe Farmers Market
When: October 3rd & 10th
Where: Village Pointe Shopping Center | 17101 Davenport Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Farmers Market: Baxter Arena
When: October 4th & 11th
Where: Baxter Arena | 2425 S 67th Street Lot 26 Omaha, NE

What: Sunday Afternoon Music at Soaring Wings Vineyard
When: October 4th & 11th
Where: 17111 S 138th Street Springfield, NE

What: Wicked Omaha Walking Tour
When: October 4th - 18th
Where: History Walks LLC | 10th & Farnam Omaha, NE

What: Yoga at the Forest
When: October 4th & 11th
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd. 

What: Leashes at Lauritzen
When: October 5th - 12th
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Yoga at the Malcolm X Center
When: October 5th & 12th
Where: Malcolm X Birthsite | 3448 Evans Street NE

What: Latin American Graphics
When: September 28th 2020 - January 30th 2021
Where: El Museo Latino | 4701 S 25th Street Omaha, NE

What: Molas: The Art of Panama
When: September 28th - December 31st
Where: El Museo Latino | 4701 S 25th Street Omaha, NE

What: Joslyn Castle Public Tours
When: October 1st & 8th
Where: Joslyn Castle | 3902 Davenport Street Omaha, NE

What: Safari Tent Camp: 21+ Safari at the Zoo
When: October 9th - 17th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Sunday Trekking in the Forest
When: October 4th & 11th
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd. 

What: Night Golf Play at Elkhorn Ridge Golf Course
When: October 9th
Where: Elkhorn Ridge Public Golf Course | 20033 Elkhorn Ridge Dr. 

What: 2020 Food Truck World Tour
When: October 11th
Where: 1111 N. 13th Street Omaha, NE

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With this week marking the first days of Fall, there is no better time to start transitioning your home from the warm, sunny summer months to the coming cozy days of Autumn. Below we have outlined a few tips and tricks on the best ways to prepare your home for the cooler weeks ahead. Let’s dive right in!

-Prepare your fireplace: Nothing is more welcoming in the cold winter months than walking into a home with a roaring, cozy fire. Make sure to sweep or vacuum away last season’s ashes and dispose of them safely. Also, make sure your tools are in good working condition and check that you are stocked up on wood and starter.

-Switch out pillows and other decorative items: Swap out summer colors in items such as pillows and blankets throughout your home with richer, warmer tones such as browns, greys, deep blues, beiges and oranges. You will be amazed at how this simple trick can completely transform the feel of any room. 

-Buy seasonal fruits: A quick trip to the grocery store is all you need to help to make the transition to fall in your kitchen. Place a bowl of seasonal fruit such as pears, apples and clementines for family and guests to much on. 

-Add seasonal plants: Seasonal plants such as hydrangeas, marigolds and mums are the perfect way to spruce up your mantel and/or entryway for fall. 

-Incorporate a fall scent: Incorporating candles throughout your home is a wonderful way to play with the senses and add a warm aroma to any room. Look into burning rich fall scents such as tobacco, pumpkin spice, and amber. 

-Decorate with pumpkins: Pumpkins are in season and are the perfect accessory to transition any room in your home for fall. From Halloween to Thanksgiving - your pumpkin decor will carry you through the coming months! 

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As we pass the halfway mark of September (we can’t believe it either!), now is the perfect time to fill your calendars with all the fun events and adventures that are happening in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE over the next two weeks. You will find everything from farmers markets and yoga events, to castle tours, music concerts, soccer games, overnight Zoo events and much more! Enjoy! *Please observe social distancing guidelines. 

What: Omaha Farmers Market: Old Market
When: September 19th & 26th
Where: 1011 Jackson Street Omaha, NE

What: Safari Tent Camp: 21+ Safari at the Zoo
When: September 19th - October 17th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Village Pointe Farmers Market
When: September 19th & 26th
Where: Village Pointe Shopping Center | 17101 Davenport Street Omaha, NE

What: Garden Yoga at Joslyn Art Museum 
When: September 20th & 27th
Where: Joslyn Art Museum | 2200 Dodge Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Farmers Market: Baxter Arena
When: September 20th & 27th
Where: Baxter Arena | 2425 S 67th Street Lot 26 Omaha, NE

What: Dreams in the Desert: A Family Overnight Safari
When: September 18th - November 14th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Bug Squad
When: September 16th - 30th | Wednesday - Sunday
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Pulitzer Prize Photographs
When: September 16th - 19th | Tuesday - Saturday
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Sporty Women: The Desire to Compete 
When: September 16th - December 31st
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Don’t Stop Me Now: A Celebration of Rock Musicals
When: September 17th - 19th
Where: Omaha Community Playhouse | 6915 Cass Street Omaha, NE

What: Latin American Graphics
When: September 16th - 30th
Where: El Museo Latino | 4701 S 25th Street Omaha, NE

What: Joslyn Castle Public Tours
When: September 17th & 24th
Where: Joslyn Castle | 3902 Davenport Street Omaha, NE

What: Late Nights at the Zoo (21+ Event)
When: September 17th
Where: 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Virtual Gorilla Backstage Experience at Omaha’s Zoo
When: September 17th
Website: http://www.omahazoo.com/virtual-clases

What: German Day-Oktoberfest Celebration
When: September 18th & 19th
Where: 3717 S 120th Street Omaha, NE

What: Happy Hour Cruise
When: September 19th - 26th 
Where: River City Star Riverboat | 151 Freedom Park Road Omaha, NE

What: Sunday Afternoon Music at Soaring Wings Vineyard
When: September 20th & 27th
Where: 17111 S 138th Street Springfield, NE

What: Wicked Omaha Walking Tour
When: September 20th - October 18th
Where: History Walks LLC | 10th & Farnam Omaha, NE

What: Yoga at the Forest
When: September 20th & 27th
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 Bellevue Blvd. Omaha, NE

What: 19th Annual Oktoberfest at Beer Corner USA
When: September 25th & 26th
Where: 3578 Farnam Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Gem and Mineral Show
When: September 26th & 27th
Where: Ramada Plaza by Wyndham | 7287 N Road Omaha, NE

What: 45th Annual Omaha Marathon
When: September 20th
Where: TD Ameritrade Park Omaha, NE | 1200 Mike Fahey Street Omaha, NE

What: Union Omaha vs. New England Revolution II Professional Soccer Game
When: September 19th
Where: Werner Park | 12356 Ballpark Way Papillion, NE

What: Bring on the Bats! Campout at Wildlife Safari Park
When: September 26th
Where: 16406 N 292 Street Ashland, NE

What: Museum Insider: Aksarben Ball
When: September 26th
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Owl Pellet Dissection Program (Virtual Event)
When: September 26th
Where: Fontenelle Forest | Online Event 

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Before we jump into the main topic of today’s blog post, it is important to understand exactly what a foreclosure is. A foreclosure is a property that has been seized by the bank who originally gave the owner the loan. In each mortgage contract there is what’s called a ‘lien’ on the property which allows the bank to take control of the property in the event the borrower fails to make mortgage payments. 

What are the benefits of buying a foreclosure?

-Price: One of the most undeniable benefits of purchasing a foreclosed home is that they will almost always be at a lower price point than other properties in the surrounding area. This is because the property is being sold off by the lender, who is motivated to sell quickly as they only make a profit if the home is sold. This creates an opportunity for below market purchase price.  

-Affording your dream neighborhood: A foreclosed home could be a great path to your dream neighborhood in which otherwise you wouldn’t have been able to afford.  

-Renovations: Another great benefit to a foreclosed home is the potential for renovations due to the home being priced to sell and leftover money in your budget. Is the kitchen not big enough? The powder room not to your liking? You are now able to shift the feel and look of the home to be more in line with your aesthetic taste. 

-Fewer title concerns: If you were to purchase a property from a homeowner there is a chance you may not receive a clean title (which is the legal right to own a property) due to liens on the home, backed taxes, etc. These are just a few reasons which could force the sale to be canceled. In a foreclosure the bank clears the title for you, thus eliminating these concerns.

-Loan configurations: Even though when you buy a foreclosure there might be a slightly different  buying and bidding process, you still have options when it comes to loans. As long as the home is in living condition, you can get a FHA, VA or USDA loan. 

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Hello, September! 

As we welcome a new month (and hopefully cooler weather), we also get to enjoy the new activities and adventures that it brings in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE. We have listed them below for you to review. You will be pleased to find everything from First Friday events and farmer’s markets, to camping at the Zoo, bug events at the children’s museum, yoga in the forest, outdoor music concerts, and much more! Enjoy! 
*Please observe social distancing guidelines. 

What: Benson First Friday
When: September 4th
Where: Military Avenue & 60th Street Omaha, NE

What: Friday Night Playlist at Midtown Crossing
When: September 4th & 11th
Where: Midtown Crossing | 31st - 33rd & Farnam-Dodge Streets Omaha, NE

What: First Friday Old Market
When: September 4th
Where: Old Market | Harney to Jackson Streets & 10th to 13th Streets Omaha, NE

What: Family Safari Tent Camping at The Zoo
When: September 4th - October 2nd
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Farmers Market: Old Market
When: September 5th - October 10th | Saturday’s
Where: 1011 Jackson Street Omaha, NE

What: Bug Squad
When: September 5th, 2020 - April 11, 2021 | Sun, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Village Pointe Farmers Market
When: September 5th - October 3rd | Saturday’s
Where: Village Pointe Shopping Center | 17101 Davenport Street Omaha, NE

What: Garden Yoga at Joslyn Art Museum 
When: September 6th - 27th | Sunday’s
Where: Joslyn Art Museum | 2200 Dodge Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Farmers Market: Baxter Arena
When: September 6th - October 11th | Sunday’s
Where: Baxter Arena | 2425 S 67th Street Lot 26 Omaha, NE

What: Yoga at the Forest
When: September 6th
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd. 

What: Sunday Afternoon Music at Soaring Wings Vineyard
When: September 6th, 2020 - June 27th, 2021 | Sunday’s
Where: 17111 S 138th Street Springfield, NE

What: Leashes at Lauritzen
When: September 7th - October 12th
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Late Nights at the Zoo (21+ event)
When: September 10th - 17th
Where: 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Joslyn Castle Public Tours
When: September 3rd & 10th
Where: Joslyn Castle | 3902 Davenport Street Omaha, NE

What: Virtual Gorilla Backstage Experience at Omaha’s Zoo
When: September 3rd - 17th
Website: http://www.omahazoo.com/virtual-clases

What: Pulitzer Prize Photographs
When: September 2nd - 19th | Tuesday’s - Saturday’s
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Sport Women: The Desire to Compete
When: September 2nd - 16th
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Farm to Table Supper in the Country
When: September 11th & 12th
Where: Nelson Produce Farm | 10505 N 234th Street Valley, NE

What: Snoozing Under the Sea: A Family Overnight Safari
When: September 12th - December 30th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Sunday Trekking in the Forest
When: September 6th - December 13th
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd.

What: Penguin Problems
When: September 11th - October 18th
Where: The Rose Theater | 2001 Farnam Omaha, NE

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Preparing your home to list and sell can be a stressful process as you want it to show well and appeal to potential buyers. And while there is no love like a pet's love, your furry family members can definitely wreak havoc on your property and create more work to get your home show-ready. 

Below we have outlined a few things to look for and pet damage to repair prior to buyers entering your home for showings. Let’s dive in: 

-The first and most pressing pet issue to address is odor. Not only can pet odor be quite difficult to get rid of, it is also very obvious to potential home buyers and can be one of the first things they notice upon entering your home. And although getting rid of odors the right way can be expensive (i.e replacing flooring, new paint, etc), it is well worth the investment and can greatly benefit your resale value. You also want to be sure to vacuum everyday while your home is on the market and being shown to keep odors away during the selling process. 

-Scratches - they are common in most homes, but are likely to be more prominent in ones with pets. There is a good chance if you have been living in your home for a while that you have grown accustomed to seeing them on walls and floors, but when selling your home you want to take inventory of what needs to be fixed up. You can look into having your scratched hardwood floors professionally refinished, and having scratches on trims, walls, doors and cabinets lightly sanded, speckled and painted. 

-The outside of your house will be potential buyers first impression of your property, so you want to ensure to take extra care of any pet damage that may be in the front of your home. This can include anything from filling in holes your pets have dug up, replacing plants they have chewed and fixing damage to fencing, porches and home exterior.

-Lastly, even though your furniture will be going with you in the move, having chewed surfaces in your home can make the space appear sloppy during showings and broadcast that pets live there. You can either repair the damaged pieces, replace the furniture altogether or maneuver the furniture in a way that the damage doesn't show to guests. 

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With fall right around the corner there is no better time to soak up all the summer fun that is happening in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE! Below we have listed all the can’t-miss activities and adventures over the next two weeks. You will find everything from drive-in concerts and Zoo events, to farmers markets, live sports games, photography exhibits, castle tours, Omaha Fashion Week, pop-up events, plenty of yoga classes and much more! 
*Please observe social distancing guidelines. 

What: Yoga in the Garden at Lauritzen Gardens
When: August 19th - August 26th | Wednesday’s 
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Billy McGuigan’s Pop Rock Orchestra Drive-In Concert
When: August 20th - 23rd
Where: Omaha Community Playhouse | 6915 Cass Street Omaha, NE

What: Joslyn Castle Public Tours
When: August 20th 
Where: Joslyn Castle | 3902 Davenport Street Omaha, NE

What: Late Nights at the Zoo (21+ Event)
When: August 20th
Where: 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Friday Night Playlist at Midtown Crossing
When: August 21st - September 4th | Fridays
Where: Midtown Crossing | 31st - 33rd and Farnam-Dodge Street Omaha, NE  

What: Virtual Gorilla Backstage Experience at Omaha’s Zoo
When: August 20th - September 17th
Website: http://www.omahazoo.com/virtual-clases

What: Family Safari Tent Camping at The Zoo
When: August 22nd - October 2nd
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Farmers Market: Old Market
When: August 22nd - October 10th | Saturday’s
Where: 1011 Jackson Street Omaha, NE

What: Village Pointe Farmers Market
When: August 22nd - October 3rd | Saturdays
Where: Village Pointe Shopping Center | 17101 Davenport Street Omaha, NE

What: Garden Yoga at Joslyn Art Museum 
When: August 23rd - September 27th | Sundays
Where: Joslyn Art Museum | 2200 Dodge Street Omaha, NE

What: Yoga at Highlander
When: August 22nd - 29th
Where: 3003 Patrick Avenue Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Fashion Week
When: August 23rd - 29th
Where: Omaha Design Center | 1502 Cuming Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Farmers Market: Baxter Arena
When: August 23rd - October 11th | Sundays
Where: Baxter Arena | 2425 S 67th Street Lot 26 Omaha, NE

What: Sunday Afternoon Music at Soaring Wings Vineyard
When: August 23rd 2020 - June 27th 2021 | Sundays
Where: 17111 S 138th Street Springfield, NE

What: Wicked Omaha Walking Tour
When: August 23rd
Where: History Walks LLC | 10th and Farnam Omaha, NE

What: Yoga in the Forest
When: August 23rd
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd. (Fontenelle Forest)

What: Pulitzer Prize Photographs 
When: August 19th - September 19th | Tuesday-Saturday
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Sporty Women: The Desire to Compete
When: August 19th - December 31st
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Yoga at the Malcolm X Center 
When: August 24th
Where: Malcolm X Birthsite | 3448 Evans Street

What: Union Omaha vs. Forward Madison FC Professional Soccer Game
When: August 19th
Where: Werner Park | 12356 Ballpark Way Papillion, NE

What: Chocolate Masquerade at Chocolat Abeille
When: August 22nd
Where: Chocolat Abeille | 421 S 11th Omaha, NE

What: Hello Kitty Cafe Truck Pop-Up
When: August 22nd
Where: Village Pointe Shopping Center | 17305 Davenport Street

What: Sleeping Bags and Sharks: A Family Overnight Safari
When: August 28th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

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Home DIY projects have been all the rage for quite a while. We get it - there is something to be said about carrying out your vision for your home yourself and making sure every detail is completed to your liking. 

With families spending more time at home these days, there doesn’t seem to be a better time to begin the updates you have been putting off for months. However, there are some projects that you want to put the hammer down for in order to avoid costly and risky mistakes and just simply call in the pros for. We have outlined them below, let’s dive in! 

-Arguably the most important DIY projects to avoid are any that involve structural changes. For many reasons, but the main one being that a lot of people have a difficult time deciphering which walls are load-bearing. There can be catastrophic consequences if you were to do the project incorrectly and compromise the structural integrity of your home. 

-Another dangerous DIY project to avoid is electrical work. If there is improper wiring in your home it could lead to damage to your electronics and could even potentially cause a fire. 

-While plumbing mistakes aren't necessarily as life threatening as the previous two bullet points, they can be quite costly and timely repairs. Additionally, if the mistakes are severe enough they can leave your house unlivable until you are able to bring a professional in to correct the repairs. 

-Fixing roof shingles is another project that is better left to the pros. Why, you ask? Well if done incorrectly, you can have major interior damage to your home such as leaks in the attic and water draining behind the siding (instead of in gutter) and can potentially void warranty from the manufacturer. 

-Lastly, if you are thinking of replacing windows in your home - think again. We get that it seems like a pretty straightforward job, but there can be major expenses down the road if there are any errors in the process. Not only could you increase your energy bill by the windows not being installed correctly, but even the smallest gap between the walls, framing and window can be a concern for mold damage and water leaks.

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