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June 14th, 2023

‘The Steel House’ Attracts Followers From Far Away

Last month, Mayor Jean Stothert along with other important figures in the community and many more, gathered for the grand opening of the Steel House. On the day of the […]

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Omaha Symphonic Chorus. Image provided by Omaha Symphonic Chorus

June 12th, 2023

‘Omaha Symphonic Chorus’ Fundraiser

The Omaha Symphonic Chorus has been around since 1946. It was founded as the Apollo Club by the UNO Dean of the School of Music of that time and about 50 years ago it changed name. Omaha Symphonic Choir Fundraiser Gala on July 15, 2023 at The Sons of Italy Hall.

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Tres Mujeres de Musica. Image provided By Rocio Valle-Lucero

June 5th, 2023

‘Three Women of Music’ From Nebraska to Chihuahua

Tres Mujeres de Musica or Three Women of Music, is an educational and cultural connection between the Midwest and three different places in Mexico. The Ideas came about one day while Valle-Lucero and Unger were practicing in her living room.

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Yurij Fedynskyj. Image provided by Orest lechnowsky.

May 31st, 2023

The ‘Kobzar’s Prayer’ For a Country in Crisis

Yuriy Fedynsky is a Ukrainian-American composer. He grew up in Indiana, and his mother and grandparents came from Ukraine. When he was 16, Fedynsky made it to “The Music Camp Kobzarska Sich” in Emlenton, Pennsylvania, and became highly interested in the Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus.

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May 24th, 2023

Rededicating Memorial Park on its 75th anniversary

Kissing Sailor Statue (aka “Unconditional Surrender” or “Embracing Peace”)is a temporary installation, and it will be here until November 15th of this year. On June fourth there will be a re-dedication of the memorial with the new plaza. 75 years ago, US President Harry Truman inaugurated the park.

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May 23rd, 2023

RiverFront Offers Multitude of Fun Summertime Activities

Founded in 2018, The RiverFront combines three parks in the heart of downtown Omaha into one identity. After undergoing renovations, the three parks now connect, serving as a gathering space between the historic Old Market and vibrant north downtown Omaha.

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May 22nd, 2023

The Second Year of ‘Salt Creek Song Festival’

Two years ago, two local professional singers put their dedication and work into creating the ‘Salt Creek Song Festival, the first song festival in Nebraska.

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May 19th, 2023

A Gallery Inside of ‘The Brownie Bar’

‘The Brownie Bar Bakery’ gives local artists the opportunity to display and sell their artwork.

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May 16th, 2023

Omaha’s Children’s Museum Holds “Family Fun Weekends”

Omaha’s Children’s Museum is dedicated to keeping young ones engaged in education and art, all while spending quality time with their family.

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