As far as major annual events go, Maha Festival is one of the biggest held in Omaha. It’s more than a music festival – it’s all about the local community with a ton of free activities for all ages included with admission, great food and drinks, and a marketplace of local boutiques and small businesses….
Omaha has its fair share of celebrities born here, but the city has only one president to claim as a native son: Gerald R. Ford. He didn’t live here for long, but there is a gated area in the city dedicated to celebrating the President Ford and his wife, Betty. If you visit the Ford…
Long before the sounds of bands playing at Stinson Park and diners grabbing a bite to eat at hip restaurants in Aksarben Village, the sounds of hoofs pounding the dirt track at Aksarben’s race track echoed throughout the area. Stars like Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra entertained thousands at the Aksarben Coliseum. Even professional ice…
You hear Margaritaville Lake Resort and I’m guessing two things come to mind: Margaritas and Jimmy Buffett. And that’s fair. But I want you to think of a third thing: Family vacations. Yes, Margaritaville is kid-friendly. Hear me out on this one! Disclosure: Our visit to the Lake of the Ozarks was hosted by the Lake…
I love the variety of shopping in Omaha. We have tons locally owned boutiques and shops, as well as huge retailers in our malls and outlet malls. Whatever you need, you’ll probably find it in Omaha. Here’s a guide to some of the best shopping centers in the city. Not on the list above, but…
Families hoping to spend some time at the pool this summer are in luck – there are several pools (and even a lake) that’s open for swimming in Cass County and Sarpy County this year. But before you grab the goggles and sunscreen, take a second to read these swim safety tips. My partnership with…
