Recycling and consciously minimizing your carbon footprint is a year-round thing for a lot of people. But once a year, an emphasis is made to connect people with more environmental organizations and new ways to “Go Green.” That day is Earth Day. Earth Day in Omaha is celebrated with a variety of events. Here’s a…
What’s your vice? Cupcakes? Donuts? Freshly baked croissant that remind you of Paris? Or, how about a taste of Lithuania? Whatever your preference, it seems Omaha has the bakery for you. From Orsi’s to Le Petit, here’s a look at a baker’s dozen of Omaha’s amazing bakeries. UPDATE: This post was published in March 2020 and…
If there’s one store I tell families to visit in Omaha’s Old Market, it’s Hollywood Candy. Easily one of the quirkiest stores in the entire city, the large shop is part-candy store, part-collectors’ dream shop, and part old-school pinball arcade. Update: This post was published in 2014 and has been updated in April 2026. Where…
Having worked in downtown Omaha for more than five years, and living downtown for about seven years before that, I know my restaurants in the area. And I know which ones are great to take kids to. If you’re looking for a family restaurant in downtown Omaha, here are some of my recommendations. UPDATE: This…
When I made this bucket list, I was planning my family’s first road trip through Michigan. I’ve researched books, travel brochures, blogs and Instagram, as well as picked the brains of friends, to gather a bucket list of stops. This Michigan bucket list contains natural wonders, quirky pitstops, historic landmarks, and must-see restaurants – more…
Buying farm-fresh produce is easier than ever in the Omaha metro area with all the farmers markets popping up. From traditional road-side farm stands to weekly farmers markets in Omaha, there’s something in nearly every community each summer. Read on to learn about each farmers market, as well as various area farms and CSAs. UPDATED:…
