The Faith of Faith Leaders
November 22, 2011 • No comments
Last year, the Interfaith Project sent 35 volunteers to conduct 68 interviews at 47 local places of worship and other institutions, producing 712 videos. The interviewees were asked questions regarding spiritual/religious identity, and one’s ability to follow his or her spiritual path while living in Omaha. Neighborhood News asked those same questions of local faith leaders. For more information about the Community Mosaic project, go to www.projectinterfaith.org and click on the “Interact” button. Pastor Jason Kennedy Associate Pastor St. James United Methodist Church Q: How to you religiously or spiritually identify yourself? A: I go by a lot of labels: Christian, United Methodist, spiritually on fire!, living in the gray, a wrestler, progressive, faithful, Jesus read more »
Editor’s Pick: Village Pointe Holiday Lighting Event
November 21, 2011 • 2 comments
Village Pointe Shopping Center, 168th Street and West Dodge Road, will kick off the Christmas season Friday night with its holiday lighting event and parade. The evening begins with a family concert featuring The Peppermint Elves at 6 p.m. in the Alegent Health Ampitheatre. Hot cider and cookies will be served courtesy of the Hilton Garden Inn Omaha West. At 7 p.m., a parade will usher in Santa and Mrs. Claus, and the shopping center and Christmas tree will be illuminated for the season. Santa will be available for visits in the Village Pointe Cinema and free horse and carriage rides will run until 9:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.villagepointeshopping .com.
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Families, Fundraiser Keep Holidays Hopping for Papillion Community Foundation
November 21, 2011 • No comments
Visitors to the free Winter Wonderland holiday season kickoff in Papillion will be greeted by some new faces the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Live reindeer will be on-hand. Families can enjoy learning more about these animals, take carriage rides, visit with Santa in the historical Portal School, drink hot chocolate and cheer when the holiday lights come on in downtown. “We continue to try to grow what we bring in to our events,” Ann Ames, executive director of the Wonderland’s sponsor – the Papillion Community Foundation – said. “We want to make them more fun, we want to make them more inclusive and we’re looking to grow our partnerships with other organizations.” The mission of the Papillion Community Foundation is, “to identify, develop and support
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Elkhorn Youth Group Collecting Holiday Food Items
November 19, 2011 • No comments
The youth group iamsecond at Community of Grace Lutheran Church (3434 North 204th St.) in Elkhorn is collecting turkeys, hams and other non-perishable food items through Dec. 11. Their collection is part of the Western Douglas County Chamber of Commerce Holiday Food Basket Program. Food items may be donated at the church during regular office hours or through a member of the youth group. The Western Douglas County Chamber of Commerce hopes to feed 450 families through its holiday food drive. For more information, contact Tonia Kehr at 402-763-9255.
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Millard, Elkhorn Bond Issue Ballots Due Tuesday
November 14, 2011 • No comments
The mail-in ballots sent to residents in Millard and Elkhorn regarding their two school bond issues are due to the Douglas or Sarpy County Election commissioners by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15. The ballots can be hand-delivered to the offices, which are located at 225 North 115th St. for Douglas County, or 1210 Golden Gate Dr. in Papillion for Sarpy County. The Elkhorn Public Schools $49 million bond issue would include the construction of two new elementary schools, a middle school and various other district-wide projects. The Millard Public Schools $140.8 million bond issue would cover security improvements, technology upgrades, energy savings and building renovations. For more information about the bond issues, visit the Elkhorn Public Schools and Millard Public Schools
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Editor’s Pick: Santa’s Grand Arrival
November 14, 2011 • No comments
Santa is coming to town and he can't wait to see you! Westroads Mall will host Santa's Grand Arrival on Saturday, November 19 at 9 a.m. in the Food Court. Make fun take-home art projects, see a bubble show, eat breakfast provided by Granite City and Roberts Dairy, register for prizes and parade through the mall to visit Santa. Mommy Corner will feature make-overs by Bare Escentuals, samples and more. Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased here. All proceeds benefit Omaha Children's Museum. Call 402.342.6164 with questions.
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Ceremonies, Activities Planned for Veterans Day Observance
November 11, 2011 • No comments
To honor the veterans who have served in the armed forces, numerous businesses, schools and other organizations will offer special activities or ceremonies this Veterans Day. Here are a few suggested by the Omaha World-Herald: -The Henry Doorly Zoo will offer free admission to active or retired veterans and their immediate families today. Zoo hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today. For more information, call (402) 733-8401. -The Joslyn Art Museum will also offer free admission to veterans today through Sunday. -A Veteran's Day service will be held at Memorial Park at 11 a.m., sponsored by American Legion Post 1. -Mayor Jim Suttle will rededicate the World War I monument in Turner Park, at Farnam Street and Turner Blvd., at 9:30 a.m. -Hy-Vee Stores are offering free breakfast
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The Unity of Omaha
November 9, 2011 • No comments
Last year, the Interfaith Project sent 35 volunteers to conduct 68 interviews at 47 local places of worship and other institutions, producing 712 videos. The interviewees were asked questions regarding spiritual/religious identity, and one’s ability to follow his or her spiritual path while living in Omaha. Neighborhood News asked those same questions of local faith leaders. For more information about the Community Mosaic project, go to www.projectinterfaith.org and click on the “Interact” button. Name: Pat Bluwett, Westside Church How do you religiously or spiritually identify yourself? Christian Why do you identify yourself as a that? I believe in Christ as our savior. What is one stereotype or myth that is out there about your religious or spiritual identity that read more »
Westside Church to Hold Meeting About Opening Elkhorn Location
November 7, 2011 • No comments
Those interested in attending or helping establish an Elkhorn satellite location for Westside Church, 15050 W. Dodge Road, are invited to a brainstorming and informational meeting at Heartland Cafe, 2615 N. Main in Elkhorn, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9. Westside Church is full and has no more room to expand at its current location, said receptionist Cindy Chambers. Instead of moving the whole church to an entirely different location, the church plans to open two satellite locations - one in Elkhorn and one in Fremont - by Easter 2012. Those at the Wednesday meeting will have the opportunity to discuss different possible locations for the Elkhorn meeting place. In addition to a sermon and worship service for adults, which will likely be a simulcast, the church plans to read more »
2nd Annual Food Evolution
November 3, 2011 • No comments
Westside Middle School will feature Jump With Jill, the Rock Star Nutritionist, during the district's second annual Food Evolution event on Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Jill Jayne, a registered dietitian and musician, brings health messages to life in a live rock 'n' roll show. Since Jump with Jill’s inception, the show has been performed for 170,000 kids across the United States. She is the poster child for redefining how we teach kids about health, taking her rock ‘n roll nutrition approach to other age groups, audiences and media formats. The event, in the school's performing arts center, will provide participants a chance to meet the district's local food vendors and to sample fresh items from school lunches. It will also offer fun physical activities for
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