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If you are looking for different activities to fill your days indoors (thanks, social distancing), you are in the right place! Many local businesses throughout the Omaha, NE area are featuring online activities for individuals and families to participate in from the comfort of their own home. 

We have a list of all the virtual fun happening over the next week below for you to check out! 

What: Virtual Asian Highlands Backstage Experience at Omaha’s Zoo
When: May 28th | 12:00pm
Website: http://www.omahazoo.com/virtual-clases

*This virtual journey explores the grasslands of Northern India and the mountains of the Himalayas. Guests will see animals like snow leopards, sloth bears, red pandas, Indian rhinos and more!

What: Liv Schulman: The Goberment
When: May 28th
Website: http://bemiscenter.org/gobernment

*This virtual chat features Liv Schulman (artist) and Sylvie Fortin (exhibition curator). You can download the Gallery Guide for the event in the link above. 

What: Sara Evans Live
When: May 29th | 7:00pm
Website: https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/sara-evans

*Omaha Performing Arts presents country star Sara Evans straight to your screen! Sara will perform a mix of new music and old favorites and even answer questions live.

What: Art Adventures: Animal Mix-Up
When: May 29th | 10:30am-11:00am
Website: https://www.joslyn.org/education/classes/art-adventures/

*Join this virtual class where you will learn to draw and paint animals that can be found in artwork located throughout the Joslyn Museum. The website above has a list of materials you will need, and free kits are available for pick-up each Thursday at 9am (while supplies last). 

What: Virtual Elephant Backstage Experience at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium
When: May 30th | 1:30pm
Website: http://www.omahazoo.com/virtual-clases

*This event features an exclusive look and behind the scenes footage of the charming herd of African elephants at the Zoo. Participants will hear from the staff that cares for the animals and will be given a tour the barn. 

What: Live on the Stream: Matthew Whitaker
When: May 30th | 6:00 – 7:00pm
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1916106062021213/

*Omaha Performing Arts presents the super-talented pianist Matthew Whitaker! Known for mixing old-school jazz with new school sounds, you won’t want to miss this 18-year-old musical prodigy.

What: Virtual Gorilla Backstage Experience at Omaha’s Zoo
When: May 31st | 12:00pm
Website: http://www.omahazoo.com/virtual-clases

*This virtual behind the scenes tour features the gorillas that call the three-acre Hubbard Gorilla Valley home. Participants will hear from the staff that train and care for these incredible gorillas. 

What: Virtual Fontenelle Nature Camp: Week 1
When: June 1st – June 5th | 10:00am & 2:00pm
Website: https://fontenelleforest.org/camps/

*Join the week-long Fontenelle Nature Camp that will feature two daily Zoom meetings, ideas for spending time outdoors, green space exploration and much more! The camp will provide engaging and fun nature-themed adventures geared towards fostering and developing life skills and a love for the natural world. 

What: Virtual Art Camp: Drawing Together
When: June 1st – June 5th 
Website: https://www.joslyn.org/education/classes/art-camps/

*This daily Zoom camp will teach participants new art skills that are inspired by the shapes, values and lines that are found all throughout the galleries in the Joslyn Museum. 

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Grab your red, white and blue and get ready to celebrate Memorial Day 2020! While we understand this year may not be spent BBQing at a large backyard party (thanks, Covid), that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the holiday with your family safely at home.

Below we have listed a few ways to celebrate Memorial Day from the comfort of your own home, along with other virtual events held by local Omaha, NE businesses this weekend. We hope you enjoy today’s blog and have a wonderful holiday weekend! 

How to celebrate Memorial Day at Home: 

-Wearing red, white and blue clothing and filling your home with festive decorations are wonderful ways to bring the spirit of the holiday to life! Seeing the patriotic colors and décor also serve as a wonderful reminder of why we celebrate Memorial Day in the first place. 

-On that same note, you can also bring the festive decorations outside your home by flying an American Flag and using chalk art on your sidewalks. Not only is chalk art a fun way to spend an afternoon, but it is also a sweet and artistic way to honor those who have served. Let your inner artist go wild! 

-Another way to celebrate the holiday is by tuning in to PBS for the “National Memorial Day concert.” This celebration features documentary footage, celebrity performances and warm readings to honor and celebrate military personnel and their families. The event will be held Sunday, May 24th at 8:00pm EST. 

-Take the time to acknowledge a solider in your life (if you know one) with a quick call, text or FaceTime. You can also donate or drop off flowers to fallen heroes at your local cemetery to honor their life and sacrifice.  

-Lastly, for the music lovers out there, have a patriotic concert right in the comfort of your living room! Find a list of the nation’s most national songs and sing like there is no tomorrow. It is a great family bonding activity and is a sure way to bring some light to everyone’s day.

Virtual Omaha, NE events: 

What: Memorial Day Virtual Run OMAHA
When: May 25th
Website: https://www.active.com/omaha-ne/running/distance-running-virtual-events/memorial-day-virtual-run-omaha-2020?int=72-3-A3

What: Dinner and a Play (at Home): One way to Mars
When: May 22nd | 7:30pm
Website: https://www.omahaplayhouse.com/education-and-programming/view/athome/

What: Virtual Adventure Trails Backstage Experience at Omaha’s Zoo
When: May 22nd | 12:00pm
Website: http://www.omahazoo.com/virtual-classes

What: Art Adventures: Refrigerator Still Life
When: May 22ned | 10:30am – 11:00am
Website: https://www.joslyn.org/education/classes/art-adventures/

What: Steam into Saturday Virtual Happy Hour 
When: May 23rd | 5:30 – 6:30pm
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/2952782078101968/

What: Remembering Our Fallen Exhibition
When: May 22nd to May 25th
Where: Prospect Hill Cemetery | 21901 West Maple Road Elkhorn, NE 
*In person event, please adhere to social distancing recommendations

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If you are looking for some (virtual) fun this weekend, then you are certainly in the right place. Local Omaha, NE businesses are getting creative and heading online to bring the fun to you. 

Below we have listed virtual events for you to partake in from the comfort of your own home - in your PJ’s – with your favorite snack in hand! Does it get much better than that? We think not – let’s dive right in! 

If you usually celebrate Mother’s Day outside the house with yummy brunches, relaxing spa days or a family trip to the movie theatre, you may find yourself scrambling to make alternate plans this year.  

Even with social distancing guidelines in place and many local businesses not operating as they normally would you can still make this Mother’s Day one to remember. Below we have listed some fun ways to celebrate the special women in your life to let them know just how loved they are! 

If you live with mom:

-Breakfast in bed: the classic “go to” move to ensure mom starts her day with a smile. Set your alarm to wake early and put your chef skills to work by whipping up her favorite morning meal. 

-Plan a family movie: Grab the cozy blankets, throw the popcorn in the microwave and hit play on your mom’s favorite movie. She will love to spend time with her family while watching her most loved flick. 

If mom is a short drive from you:

-Organize a drive-by parade: Gather your siblings, family members and friends to drive by your mom’s house on Mother’s Day. Decorate your cars, make signs and cheer as you show love from a distance. 

-Decorate her front door: Leave little notes taped to your mom’s front door with everything you love about her, favorite memories with her or a special poem. Additionally, you can find a festive wreath to hang so every time she looks at it, she thinks of your love for her. 

-Leave a care package at her door: Gather a few of your mom’s favorite items and leave them at her door. This is sure to bring a smile and make her feel special.

If mom is miles away:

-Organize a virtual party: Send an invite for your whole family to join in! Make it fun by asking everyone to share their favorite memory or quality they love most about your mom. This is a special time to bring everyone together and make mom feel loved, appreciated and adored by everyone near and far. 

-Take an online cooking class together: There are many businesses that are hosting virtual cooking classes for you to take advantage of. Find a cuisine you like and start chopping! When the class is over, do a video call and enjoy a Mother’s Day meal together. 

Happy Mother’s Day! 

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Listing your home to sell is an exciting time as you prepare to say goodbye to one chapter and welcome the next with open arms. But before you put your home on the market there are a few steps you should take to increase your chances of selling quickly and for top dollar. 

The home staging process is crucial to ensure your property shows well and potential buyers can see themselves living in the space. Below we have listed a few tips and tricks to help you stage your Omaha, NE home – let’s dive in! 

-The first step in staging your home is to de-clutter the space. Too much furniture can make your home appear small and closed off and too many items around can distract potential buyers. This will also allow for a clean canvas for you to stage.

-You will also want to depersonalize your home. We understand this may sound strange but having family photos everywhere and kids’ artwork hanging on the fridge can make buyers feel like they are visiting your home, instead of envisioning themselves settling in and making a home for themselves there.

-Steam clean the carpets (you can do this yourself or hire a company) to make sure there are no stains or odors. 

-Paint rooms that are looking dull. It is a good idea to stick to white or neutral colors as to not throw off potential buyers with colors that don’t match their taste and preference. It will also make rooms appear larger. 

-Natural light is a huge selling point for potential buyers, so make sure windows are clean to allow the sunlight to shine through. You may also opt to replace dark window treatments with lighter ones.

-Style your dining room table to make the space welcoming and fun. This is an area that is largely forgotten about when it comes to staging and can really make a big difference.

-Rooms should not be left unfurnished but instead staged by how the spaces can be best utilized. This will help potential buyers easily see how each room can be used and designed. 

-Crank up the curb appeal with a freshly painted front door, add a welcoming wreath, trim the grass and plant colorful flowers all around. A first impression is crucial – especially when it comes to buying a home! 

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Weekends are sure looking a little different these days. With social distancing efforts in place, businesses are getting techy and moving their offerings to the online space. 

Below we have listed a few virtual events from local Omaha, NE businesses, as well as other online kid friendly events that are sure to keep your kiddos entertained and inspired. Sending our best wishes for a fun weekend ahead! 

What: Benson First Friday
When: May 1st | 5:00pm – 12:00am
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/2083179425147804/

*Benson First Friday is an event that is aimed at highlighting local artists and the Omaha, NE community by way of digital interactions and virtual gallery tours. There will also be window displays, public art and after-dark projections that can be seen from home or in-person (respectfully staying at a 6 feet safe distance from other viewers). 

What: Junkstock: Online Edition
When: May 1st – May 3rd | Friday: 11am-7pm, Saturday: 9am-6pm, Sunday: 10am-5pm
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/589968058510991/

*This Omaha vintage festival is going virtual! You will find an array of talented vintage artisans and vendors from across the country selling their goods by way of the Facebook event page discussion wall. Shop till you drop all weekend long!

Virtual events for kids:

What: Drawing with Woodsy
When: May 1st | 2pm
Website: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbz0SRP7ftKQWKSHvIKPBzQ

*Join Disney animator Michael Woodside as he walks viewers through tutorials of how he draws his favorite Disney characters.

What: Stuck at Home Science with the California Science Center 
When: May 1st | 12:00pm
Website: https://californiasciencecenter.org/stuck-at-home-science

*This fun activity hosted by LA’s California Science Center allows families to investigate, explore and have fun learning together in the comfort of their own home. 

What: LA Zoo Presents: Animal Draw-Along with Brian Kesinger
When: May 2nd | 3:00pm
Website: https://www.facebook.com/LAZoo

*The LA Zoo is “Bringing the Zoo to You” with a series featuring Brian Kesinger (of Walt Disney Feature Animation and Disney Television Animation) who will host Facebook Live draw-along events. This week features Peninsular Pronghorn, an endangered species at the zoo.

What: The Cartoon Voices Panel
When: May 2nd | 3:00pm
Website: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2QtT8U9x9E

*Join this panel of the top cartoon voice actors as they discuss and demonstrate their craft – this is one you won’t want to miss!

What: PJ Library Read Aloud
When: May 1st | 10am, 12pm & 3pm
Website: https://www.facebook.com/PJLibrary/

*Don’t miss this event with PJ Library as they host a virtual story time for all ages! 

What: Dav Pilkey (Captain Underpants) at Home
When: May 1st | 7am
Website: https://mommypoppins.com/new-york-city-kids/event/free/dav-pilkey-captain-underpants-at-home

*In partnership with Scholastic, the Library of Congress is hosting a video event with Dav Pilkey where he will be reading, drawing and following his mantra – Always Be Creative!

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There is no denying that moving is stressful – the wrapping, the packing, the taping, the lifting, the lugging, the unboxing. Now add a global pandemic to the mix and your stress levels are sure to rise! 

While it would be ideal to put off moving until conditions are a bit safer, not everyone has that luxury. That is why we have listed a few ways to help ensure a safe move during these trying and unprecedented times below for you to review. Let’s jump in!

-First thing’s first – before you move, double check that you are even allowed to during this time. While moving has been deemed as an ‘essential service,’ it is always a good idea to check your local and state governments (including HOA or condo board if applicable) before you schedule your big day. 

-Make sure to thoroughly research your movers and inquire about their COVID-19 practices and policies. Some questions to consider asking include if the company provides virtual/digital estimates, are the trucks and movers prepared with sanitizer/gloves/masks, what is their cancellation/rescheduling policy, what is their protocol for ensuring employees aren’t sick, etc. 

-While many people try to save money and resources by reusing other people’s moving boxes, this time you may want to opt for new cardboard boxes. It is also wise to skip on the movers packing your items and just doing it yourself as to limit the amount of outside contact with your belongings.   

-Even though it may take longer to arrive at your new abode, you should try to arrange for car travel instead of flying. This will help to minimize your contact with germs and other potentially infected individuals. 

-Be sure to purchase cleaning supplies for your family and movers to ensure hands and items are cleaned as frequently as possible. At minimum you should have hand sanitizers and/or disinfectant wipes available. You can never be too clean! 

-Speaking of disinfecting, once you have arrived at your new home is it a good idea to wipe down all points of contact including doorknobs, cabinet handles, countertops, moving boxes, furniture, etc.

-Lastly, if you or a family member is feeling ill it is best to delay your move until you get the ‘all-clear’ from a health care provider. We understand this may throw a wrench in an already stressful situation, but it is essential to keep everyone’s health and safety as a priority - especially during this time. 

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