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SEPTEMBER 2015
PERSONALIZED PENNANTS
COOL 4 SCHOOL
GEOCACHINGAdventures in
GraceAnn age 7Asthma
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Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
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Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
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trust
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Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
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Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
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402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
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Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
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Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
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Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
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Each franchise independently owned and operated
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Volume 3 bull Issue 4
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Todd Lemke
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Daisy Hutzell-Rodman
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David Williams
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Halle Mason
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Bill Sitzmann
ART DIRECTOR
Kristen Hoffman
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Rachel Joy
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Malinda Ratcliff
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
April Christenson bull Danielle Herzog
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The Half Camel stretches the front of the body strengthens the back stimulates abdomen and neck organs and fights fatigue anxiety and backachesemsp
Half CamelSANSKRIT NAME ARDHA USTRASANA
(ARE-DAH OO-STRAHS-ANNA)
1 Kneel with toes tucked2 Gently pull belly towards spine and
lengthen tailbone towards the ground 3 Lengthen the spine by reaching the
crown of the head towards the sky4 Engage the thigh muscles by hug-
ging ankles towards one another5 Let the shoulder blades roll down
the back and open through the chest and collarbones to allow your arms to hang outside of the thighs
6 Inhale deeply and as you exhale begin bending the upper back and gently reach the right hand towards the right heel
7 Raise your left hand towards the sky and actively reach with the fingertips
8 Let the crown of the head gently fall back towards the ground without straining your neck
9 Breathe deeply and repeat five times10 Keeping everything engaged
inhale and gently roll up to a neu-tral position head comes up last
11 Repeat opposite side
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YOGAby Rachel Joy photography by Bill Sitzmann
Rachel Joy Fitness
Make the Smart Choice for Your Childrsquos
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Building the Foundation for Lifelong Learning
bull Participating in Nebraskarsquos ldquoStep Up to Qualityrdquo Program
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Nothing brings a community together like the spirit of pride Growing up in the Ralston school district our family was always involved in some activity whether it was cheering on our peers helping our neigh-bors or rooting for the home team
As I have matured my pride has grown to encompass all of Omaha I am proud of the people in this city and the strides we are taking as a whole I want other cities to see how great we are
Pennants have been traditionally used as commemorative flags and trophies for sports teams I encourage you to create your pennant to celebrate what you are most proud ofmdashwhether it is a sports team vacation spot
institution or your favorite personemsp
Rah-Rah Sis-Boom-Bah
Kristen Hoffman DIY
6emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
DIYby Kristen Hoffman photography by Bill Sitzmann
MATERIALSbull 30rdquo x 12rdquo strip of colored feltbull 12rdquo x 12rdquo strip of white felt (or a contrasting color)
bull Scissorsbull Liquid starchbull Spray adhesivebull Printer paper
DIRECTIONS1 Cut out a 30 x 12 triangle of colored
felt to act as the background of your pennant Stiffen the felt by soaking it in liquid starch Wring out the liquid and lay it somewhere flat to dry
2 Once the felt is completely dry iron it to get it nice and wrinkle free If you are concerned about burn-ing the felt use a press cloth
3 Hop on the computer and try out some different fonts to see what you like After you have typed out the name that you would like on your pen-nant manipulate the letters so they get slightly smaller as they go to the right
4 Print out the name and see how it looks in relation to your pennant If it looks correct cut out each individual letter with scissors
5 Place paper letters upside down on the white piece of felt and trace them lightly with a pen Placing them upside down will ensure that you do not have any pen marks on your final letters
6 Place felt letters onto the pen-nant and arrange them as desired Pick each individual letter up off the pennant spray the back side with adhesive and press it onto the pennant in the correct place
7 Cut out a 1rdquo strip of white felt to run along the left side of the banner spray with adhesive and press it onto the colored felt
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THERE ARE 2584841 ACTIVE GEOCACHES AND OVER SIX MILLION GEOCACHERS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
8emspHerFamily bull July 2015 omahamagazinecom
ACTIVITY by Danielle Herzog
ldquoDo you see it Are we closerdquo
My children looked feverishly around as my husband held out the GPS app on his phone
while stepping over branches and tree stumps The leaves crunched under our feet as we walked through the St Columban Retreat Centerrsquos grounds to find a hidden treasure
No we werenrsquot seeking lost gold or looking for my keys
We were geocaching an activity in which participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location
The sport has grown quickly along with the technologymdashthe increasingly affordable tech-nologymdashthat has made it possible According to Geocachingcom the most-popular website dedicated to the activity there are 2584841 active geocaches and more than six million geocachers throughout the world
Gone are the analog days in which you had to navigate your way with compass and maps Now with apps specifically for geocaching and GPS management families can pick the level of difficulty and type of terrain they want to explore
For our first adventure we picked tasks that rated a measly 15 on the 100 scale We thought finding the canisters would be a breeze And two out of the four times it was But even after 20 minutes of search-ing we found that we struggled to find the others We followed the directions even read the clues included but quickly real-ized that some things take a bit more time and experience
We are hooked We already have a plan to go back out to the caches we missed and are determined to find them on our next day off
And we arenrsquot alone
Omaha has its own group dedicated to geo-caching in Nebraska Nebraskache has more than 500 members of all ages throughout the state Their Yahoo and Facebook groups are members-only though all are welcome to join They post their favorite caches organize group outings and even share clues and tips to finding the ldquotreasurerdquo
Brady Holmes 37 an experienced cacher who works as a change-control technician for Dell in Lincoln started caching in 2011 ldquoFor me it was a way to start exercising I cached every other weekend and then I became extremely addicted and ended up caching every day for over 450 days My first year I found over 2000 cachesrdquo
Although that number is on the high end many people are hooked right from the start
Kia Itsen 38 an insurance industry staffer says itrsquos an adventure her whole family has loved since they first started in 2014 Her 10-year-old daughter is now finding the caches herself and loving every minute of it Itrsquos not the amount of finds that attracts her but rather where the journey takes them ldquoThere are many caches in Nebraska and geocaching takes me to so many places I would have never gone to otherwiserdquo
The activity has gotten so popular in Nebraska that the state recently won the bid for the 2015 Geocoinfest which will be held at Strategic Air and Space Museum in Ashland on Oct 3 This traveling event will offer sessions on geocaching while also having an expo for products and supplies as well as a kidsrsquo area to introduce children to the activity
So whether you go as a family with friends or out on your own geocaching is giving people an opportunity to experience new places while challenging them and leaving them wanting moreemsp
TIPS FOR THOSE NEW TO GEOCACHING
1 Join ldquoNebraskacherdquo on Face-book or through Yahoo groups Go to events where you can meet other people who geo-cache and would be interested in going together
2 Start simple Go for the big easy ones at first then stretch your abilities gradually
3 Bring a pen There are log sheets in the canisters and yoursquoll need something to sign your name with
4 The name of the cache is often a clue to its whereabouts
5 Canisters come in all sizes Sometimes it takes several trips to a place before catching on to how they are hidden
6 Learn the lingo bull DNF ndash Did Not Findbull DT ndash DifficultyTerrainbull FTF ndash First to Findbull Ground Zero ndash When you have reached your destination on a GPS
bull Muggle ndash Non-Geocacherbull SWAG ndash Stuff We All Get (whatrsquos left for the geocacher in the canister)
bull TOTT ndash Tools of the Trade
Adventures inGeocachingTHE GROWING SPORT TURNS A WALK IN THE PARK INTO A TREASURE HUNT
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp9
10emspHerFamily bull August 2015 omahamagazinecom
SPEAKING UP AS MAYOR OF BOYS TOWNJennifer Nguyen
HerFamily bull September 2015emsp11bestofomahacom
YOUNG HEROby April Christenson photography by Sarah Lemke
Jennifer Nguyen is bright and soft-spoken Sitting in the living room of her family teachersrsquo home on the Boys Town campus the high school senior thoughtfully considers her answer before explaining why she chose to run for mayor of Boys Town
ldquoThis is my homerdquo Jennifer says after a moment ldquoI want to give back to Boys Townrdquo
In May the 17-year-old was elected the 115th mayor of Boys Town Nguyen and Vice Mayor Tessa Miller are only the second female mayor-vice mayor duo in Boys Townrsquos history
Nguyen wants to serve the community her home since she was 12 that has done so much for her After she graduates from high school she would like to attend Wayne State College and study business The future looks bright but it wasnrsquot always quite like this
ldquoBEING ABLE TO ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS IS REALLY NEAT TO MErdquo -Jennifer Nguyen
ldquoIt was toughrdquo Nguyen says ldquoFor a while I wasnrsquot sure Irsquod get past junior yearrdquo
Her family teachers Scott and Kim Kavanaugh affirm her statement saying they have seen a remarkable change in her over the past four and a half years they have known her Like many kids her age Nguyen had trouble in school and her grades suffered but she turned things around in a remarkable way
ldquoWersquore just so proud of herrdquo Scott says ldquoShe strives for excellence in every-thing she does It was tough there for a while but now she gets upset when she gets a Brdquo emspgt
We you too
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ltemspStill when Nguyen first told them she wanted to run for mayor the Kavanaughs were a bit surprised Itrsquos a lengthy selective process Nguyen who has always been a little reserved and reluctant to speak up in a group would have to give a speech before the entire student body
ldquoWe asked her lsquoDo you really want to do thisrsquordquo Kim says
But Nguyen was sure
ldquoEver since we were in eighth grade my friends and I talked about itrdquo she explains It was something she really wanted and she was willing to put herself out there to accomplish it
With help from the Kavanaughs Nguyen got endorsements from her teachers and community director They created posters and pamphlets She prepared to address the entire student body And on May 5 the students voted and Nguyen was elected the 2015-2016 mayor of Boystown She says she hopes other students will see her as a positive example
ldquoBeing able to role model for others is really neat to merdquo she says
In addition to her new role as mayor Nguyen is captain of the soccer team and a member of the color guard student council junior ROTC and National Honors Society Even with a busy schedule of school and extracurricular activities she believes making time for service to others is important
ldquoJennifer has always been a person who gives backrdquo Scott says ldquoShe sees the needs of othersrdquo
Boys Town founder Edward J Flanagan conceived its student gov-ernment system as a way for students to build character citizenship and a sense of community In Nguyen that legacy lives on
ldquoI want to make Boys Town feel like home for all of the students and encourage everyone to get involvedrdquoemsp
YOUNG HERO CONTINUED
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INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
is packed with protein and great flavoremsp
Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
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PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
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Presented by
OmahaZoocom
Bring your little ghouls and goblins to Omaharsquos Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquariumreg for Spooktacular This safe and family fun evening includes after hours admission to Omaharsquos Zoo and Aquarium for trick-or-treating and fun interactive activities Meet Animal Ambassadors and experience exhibits such as the Lied Junglereg and
Kingdoms of the Nightreg like never before This year your kids can even take pictures with some of their favorite characters at Storybook Lane Come to Spooktacular
and get ready for a candy-munchin moon-howlin good time
October 17 18 23 24 25 30 31 and November 1 530ndash830 pm
Buy tickets at OmahaZoocom
B A I L E Y L A U E R M A NOmaha Zoological Society SpooktacularOhdz154083Pub Her Magazine Color 4-color Size Trim 8375 x 10875 Blled 8625 x 11125
Ohdz154083 Spooktacular_Her Magindd 1 72115 1045 AM
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
1
2
3
4
5
Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
Call your Local
MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
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Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
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Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
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Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
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Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
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Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
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Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
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Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
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Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
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Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
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Todd Lemke
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David Williams
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Bill Sitzmann
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Kristen Hoffman
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Rachel Joy
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Malinda Ratcliff
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April Christenson bull Danielle Herzog
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be used to take the place of seeking professional advice
counsel or assistance Omaha Publications makes no
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or advertising herein If you have concerns or questions
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The Half Camel stretches the front of the body strengthens the back stimulates abdomen and neck organs and fights fatigue anxiety and backachesemsp
Half CamelSANSKRIT NAME ARDHA USTRASANA
(ARE-DAH OO-STRAHS-ANNA)
1 Kneel with toes tucked2 Gently pull belly towards spine and
lengthen tailbone towards the ground 3 Lengthen the spine by reaching the
crown of the head towards the sky4 Engage the thigh muscles by hug-
ging ankles towards one another5 Let the shoulder blades roll down
the back and open through the chest and collarbones to allow your arms to hang outside of the thighs
6 Inhale deeply and as you exhale begin bending the upper back and gently reach the right hand towards the right heel
7 Raise your left hand towards the sky and actively reach with the fingertips
8 Let the crown of the head gently fall back towards the ground without straining your neck
9 Breathe deeply and repeat five times10 Keeping everything engaged
inhale and gently roll up to a neu-tral position head comes up last
11 Repeat opposite side
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Nothing brings a community together like the spirit of pride Growing up in the Ralston school district our family was always involved in some activity whether it was cheering on our peers helping our neigh-bors or rooting for the home team
As I have matured my pride has grown to encompass all of Omaha I am proud of the people in this city and the strides we are taking as a whole I want other cities to see how great we are
Pennants have been traditionally used as commemorative flags and trophies for sports teams I encourage you to create your pennant to celebrate what you are most proud ofmdashwhether it is a sports team vacation spot
institution or your favorite personemsp
Rah-Rah Sis-Boom-Bah
Kristen Hoffman DIY
6emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
DIYby Kristen Hoffman photography by Bill Sitzmann
MATERIALSbull 30rdquo x 12rdquo strip of colored feltbull 12rdquo x 12rdquo strip of white felt (or a contrasting color)
bull Scissorsbull Liquid starchbull Spray adhesivebull Printer paper
DIRECTIONS1 Cut out a 30 x 12 triangle of colored
felt to act as the background of your pennant Stiffen the felt by soaking it in liquid starch Wring out the liquid and lay it somewhere flat to dry
2 Once the felt is completely dry iron it to get it nice and wrinkle free If you are concerned about burn-ing the felt use a press cloth
3 Hop on the computer and try out some different fonts to see what you like After you have typed out the name that you would like on your pen-nant manipulate the letters so they get slightly smaller as they go to the right
4 Print out the name and see how it looks in relation to your pennant If it looks correct cut out each individual letter with scissors
5 Place paper letters upside down on the white piece of felt and trace them lightly with a pen Placing them upside down will ensure that you do not have any pen marks on your final letters
6 Place felt letters onto the pen-nant and arrange them as desired Pick each individual letter up off the pennant spray the back side with adhesive and press it onto the pennant in the correct place
7 Cut out a 1rdquo strip of white felt to run along the left side of the banner spray with adhesive and press it onto the colored felt
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THERE ARE 2584841 ACTIVE GEOCACHES AND OVER SIX MILLION GEOCACHERS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
8emspHerFamily bull July 2015 omahamagazinecom
ACTIVITY by Danielle Herzog
ldquoDo you see it Are we closerdquo
My children looked feverishly around as my husband held out the GPS app on his phone
while stepping over branches and tree stumps The leaves crunched under our feet as we walked through the St Columban Retreat Centerrsquos grounds to find a hidden treasure
No we werenrsquot seeking lost gold or looking for my keys
We were geocaching an activity in which participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location
The sport has grown quickly along with the technologymdashthe increasingly affordable tech-nologymdashthat has made it possible According to Geocachingcom the most-popular website dedicated to the activity there are 2584841 active geocaches and more than six million geocachers throughout the world
Gone are the analog days in which you had to navigate your way with compass and maps Now with apps specifically for geocaching and GPS management families can pick the level of difficulty and type of terrain they want to explore
For our first adventure we picked tasks that rated a measly 15 on the 100 scale We thought finding the canisters would be a breeze And two out of the four times it was But even after 20 minutes of search-ing we found that we struggled to find the others We followed the directions even read the clues included but quickly real-ized that some things take a bit more time and experience
We are hooked We already have a plan to go back out to the caches we missed and are determined to find them on our next day off
And we arenrsquot alone
Omaha has its own group dedicated to geo-caching in Nebraska Nebraskache has more than 500 members of all ages throughout the state Their Yahoo and Facebook groups are members-only though all are welcome to join They post their favorite caches organize group outings and even share clues and tips to finding the ldquotreasurerdquo
Brady Holmes 37 an experienced cacher who works as a change-control technician for Dell in Lincoln started caching in 2011 ldquoFor me it was a way to start exercising I cached every other weekend and then I became extremely addicted and ended up caching every day for over 450 days My first year I found over 2000 cachesrdquo
Although that number is on the high end many people are hooked right from the start
Kia Itsen 38 an insurance industry staffer says itrsquos an adventure her whole family has loved since they first started in 2014 Her 10-year-old daughter is now finding the caches herself and loving every minute of it Itrsquos not the amount of finds that attracts her but rather where the journey takes them ldquoThere are many caches in Nebraska and geocaching takes me to so many places I would have never gone to otherwiserdquo
The activity has gotten so popular in Nebraska that the state recently won the bid for the 2015 Geocoinfest which will be held at Strategic Air and Space Museum in Ashland on Oct 3 This traveling event will offer sessions on geocaching while also having an expo for products and supplies as well as a kidsrsquo area to introduce children to the activity
So whether you go as a family with friends or out on your own geocaching is giving people an opportunity to experience new places while challenging them and leaving them wanting moreemsp
TIPS FOR THOSE NEW TO GEOCACHING
1 Join ldquoNebraskacherdquo on Face-book or through Yahoo groups Go to events where you can meet other people who geo-cache and would be interested in going together
2 Start simple Go for the big easy ones at first then stretch your abilities gradually
3 Bring a pen There are log sheets in the canisters and yoursquoll need something to sign your name with
4 The name of the cache is often a clue to its whereabouts
5 Canisters come in all sizes Sometimes it takes several trips to a place before catching on to how they are hidden
6 Learn the lingo bull DNF ndash Did Not Findbull DT ndash DifficultyTerrainbull FTF ndash First to Findbull Ground Zero ndash When you have reached your destination on a GPS
bull Muggle ndash Non-Geocacherbull SWAG ndash Stuff We All Get (whatrsquos left for the geocacher in the canister)
bull TOTT ndash Tools of the Trade
Adventures inGeocachingTHE GROWING SPORT TURNS A WALK IN THE PARK INTO A TREASURE HUNT
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp9
10emspHerFamily bull August 2015 omahamagazinecom
SPEAKING UP AS MAYOR OF BOYS TOWNJennifer Nguyen
HerFamily bull September 2015emsp11bestofomahacom
YOUNG HEROby April Christenson photography by Sarah Lemke
Jennifer Nguyen is bright and soft-spoken Sitting in the living room of her family teachersrsquo home on the Boys Town campus the high school senior thoughtfully considers her answer before explaining why she chose to run for mayor of Boys Town
ldquoThis is my homerdquo Jennifer says after a moment ldquoI want to give back to Boys Townrdquo
In May the 17-year-old was elected the 115th mayor of Boys Town Nguyen and Vice Mayor Tessa Miller are only the second female mayor-vice mayor duo in Boys Townrsquos history
Nguyen wants to serve the community her home since she was 12 that has done so much for her After she graduates from high school she would like to attend Wayne State College and study business The future looks bright but it wasnrsquot always quite like this
ldquoBEING ABLE TO ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS IS REALLY NEAT TO MErdquo -Jennifer Nguyen
ldquoIt was toughrdquo Nguyen says ldquoFor a while I wasnrsquot sure Irsquod get past junior yearrdquo
Her family teachers Scott and Kim Kavanaugh affirm her statement saying they have seen a remarkable change in her over the past four and a half years they have known her Like many kids her age Nguyen had trouble in school and her grades suffered but she turned things around in a remarkable way
ldquoWersquore just so proud of herrdquo Scott says ldquoShe strives for excellence in every-thing she does It was tough there for a while but now she gets upset when she gets a Brdquo emspgt
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ltemspStill when Nguyen first told them she wanted to run for mayor the Kavanaughs were a bit surprised Itrsquos a lengthy selective process Nguyen who has always been a little reserved and reluctant to speak up in a group would have to give a speech before the entire student body
ldquoWe asked her lsquoDo you really want to do thisrsquordquo Kim says
But Nguyen was sure
ldquoEver since we were in eighth grade my friends and I talked about itrdquo she explains It was something she really wanted and she was willing to put herself out there to accomplish it
With help from the Kavanaughs Nguyen got endorsements from her teachers and community director They created posters and pamphlets She prepared to address the entire student body And on May 5 the students voted and Nguyen was elected the 2015-2016 mayor of Boystown She says she hopes other students will see her as a positive example
ldquoBeing able to role model for others is really neat to merdquo she says
In addition to her new role as mayor Nguyen is captain of the soccer team and a member of the color guard student council junior ROTC and National Honors Society Even with a busy schedule of school and extracurricular activities she believes making time for service to others is important
ldquoJennifer has always been a person who gives backrdquo Scott says ldquoShe sees the needs of othersrdquo
Boys Town founder Edward J Flanagan conceived its student gov-ernment system as a way for students to build character citizenship and a sense of community In Nguyen that legacy lives on
ldquoI want to make Boys Town feel like home for all of the students and encourage everyone to get involvedrdquoemsp
YOUNG HERO CONTINUED
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INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
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Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
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Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
1
2
3
4
5
Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
Call your Local
MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
cathytichymollymaidcom
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
1
2
3
4
5
Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
Call your Local
MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
cathytichymollymaidcom
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
1
2
3
4
5
Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
Call your Local
MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
cathytichymollymaidcom
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
1
2
3
4
5
Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
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Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
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Molly Maid clean is now green
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Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
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MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
cathytichymollymaidcom
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
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Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
Call your Local
MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
cathytichymollymaidcom
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
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Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
Call your Local
MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
cathytichymollymaidcom
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
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Molly Maid clean is now green
5
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4emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
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Todd Lemke
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David Williams
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Bill Sitzmann
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Kristen Hoffman
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Rachel Joy
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Malinda Ratcliff
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April Christenson bull Danielle Herzog
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Original contributions become the property of Omaha Publi-
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be used to take the place of seeking professional advice
counsel or assistance Omaha Publications makes no
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The Half Camel stretches the front of the body strengthens the back stimulates abdomen and neck organs and fights fatigue anxiety and backachesemsp
Half CamelSANSKRIT NAME ARDHA USTRASANA
(ARE-DAH OO-STRAHS-ANNA)
1 Kneel with toes tucked2 Gently pull belly towards spine and
lengthen tailbone towards the ground 3 Lengthen the spine by reaching the
crown of the head towards the sky4 Engage the thigh muscles by hug-
ging ankles towards one another5 Let the shoulder blades roll down
the back and open through the chest and collarbones to allow your arms to hang outside of the thighs
6 Inhale deeply and as you exhale begin bending the upper back and gently reach the right hand towards the right heel
7 Raise your left hand towards the sky and actively reach with the fingertips
8 Let the crown of the head gently fall back towards the ground without straining your neck
9 Breathe deeply and repeat five times10 Keeping everything engaged
inhale and gently roll up to a neu-tral position head comes up last
11 Repeat opposite side
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Nothing brings a community together like the spirit of pride Growing up in the Ralston school district our family was always involved in some activity whether it was cheering on our peers helping our neigh-bors or rooting for the home team
As I have matured my pride has grown to encompass all of Omaha I am proud of the people in this city and the strides we are taking as a whole I want other cities to see how great we are
Pennants have been traditionally used as commemorative flags and trophies for sports teams I encourage you to create your pennant to celebrate what you are most proud ofmdashwhether it is a sports team vacation spot
institution or your favorite personemsp
Rah-Rah Sis-Boom-Bah
Kristen Hoffman DIY
6emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
DIYby Kristen Hoffman photography by Bill Sitzmann
MATERIALSbull 30rdquo x 12rdquo strip of colored feltbull 12rdquo x 12rdquo strip of white felt (or a contrasting color)
bull Scissorsbull Liquid starchbull Spray adhesivebull Printer paper
DIRECTIONS1 Cut out a 30 x 12 triangle of colored
felt to act as the background of your pennant Stiffen the felt by soaking it in liquid starch Wring out the liquid and lay it somewhere flat to dry
2 Once the felt is completely dry iron it to get it nice and wrinkle free If you are concerned about burn-ing the felt use a press cloth
3 Hop on the computer and try out some different fonts to see what you like After you have typed out the name that you would like on your pen-nant manipulate the letters so they get slightly smaller as they go to the right
4 Print out the name and see how it looks in relation to your pennant If it looks correct cut out each individual letter with scissors
5 Place paper letters upside down on the white piece of felt and trace them lightly with a pen Placing them upside down will ensure that you do not have any pen marks on your final letters
6 Place felt letters onto the pen-nant and arrange them as desired Pick each individual letter up off the pennant spray the back side with adhesive and press it onto the pennant in the correct place
7 Cut out a 1rdquo strip of white felt to run along the left side of the banner spray with adhesive and press it onto the colored felt
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THERE ARE 2584841 ACTIVE GEOCACHES AND OVER SIX MILLION GEOCACHERS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
8emspHerFamily bull July 2015 omahamagazinecom
ACTIVITY by Danielle Herzog
ldquoDo you see it Are we closerdquo
My children looked feverishly around as my husband held out the GPS app on his phone
while stepping over branches and tree stumps The leaves crunched under our feet as we walked through the St Columban Retreat Centerrsquos grounds to find a hidden treasure
No we werenrsquot seeking lost gold or looking for my keys
We were geocaching an activity in which participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location
The sport has grown quickly along with the technologymdashthe increasingly affordable tech-nologymdashthat has made it possible According to Geocachingcom the most-popular website dedicated to the activity there are 2584841 active geocaches and more than six million geocachers throughout the world
Gone are the analog days in which you had to navigate your way with compass and maps Now with apps specifically for geocaching and GPS management families can pick the level of difficulty and type of terrain they want to explore
For our first adventure we picked tasks that rated a measly 15 on the 100 scale We thought finding the canisters would be a breeze And two out of the four times it was But even after 20 minutes of search-ing we found that we struggled to find the others We followed the directions even read the clues included but quickly real-ized that some things take a bit more time and experience
We are hooked We already have a plan to go back out to the caches we missed and are determined to find them on our next day off
And we arenrsquot alone
Omaha has its own group dedicated to geo-caching in Nebraska Nebraskache has more than 500 members of all ages throughout the state Their Yahoo and Facebook groups are members-only though all are welcome to join They post their favorite caches organize group outings and even share clues and tips to finding the ldquotreasurerdquo
Brady Holmes 37 an experienced cacher who works as a change-control technician for Dell in Lincoln started caching in 2011 ldquoFor me it was a way to start exercising I cached every other weekend and then I became extremely addicted and ended up caching every day for over 450 days My first year I found over 2000 cachesrdquo
Although that number is on the high end many people are hooked right from the start
Kia Itsen 38 an insurance industry staffer says itrsquos an adventure her whole family has loved since they first started in 2014 Her 10-year-old daughter is now finding the caches herself and loving every minute of it Itrsquos not the amount of finds that attracts her but rather where the journey takes them ldquoThere are many caches in Nebraska and geocaching takes me to so many places I would have never gone to otherwiserdquo
The activity has gotten so popular in Nebraska that the state recently won the bid for the 2015 Geocoinfest which will be held at Strategic Air and Space Museum in Ashland on Oct 3 This traveling event will offer sessions on geocaching while also having an expo for products and supplies as well as a kidsrsquo area to introduce children to the activity
So whether you go as a family with friends or out on your own geocaching is giving people an opportunity to experience new places while challenging them and leaving them wanting moreemsp
TIPS FOR THOSE NEW TO GEOCACHING
1 Join ldquoNebraskacherdquo on Face-book or through Yahoo groups Go to events where you can meet other people who geo-cache and would be interested in going together
2 Start simple Go for the big easy ones at first then stretch your abilities gradually
3 Bring a pen There are log sheets in the canisters and yoursquoll need something to sign your name with
4 The name of the cache is often a clue to its whereabouts
5 Canisters come in all sizes Sometimes it takes several trips to a place before catching on to how they are hidden
6 Learn the lingo bull DNF ndash Did Not Findbull DT ndash DifficultyTerrainbull FTF ndash First to Findbull Ground Zero ndash When you have reached your destination on a GPS
bull Muggle ndash Non-Geocacherbull SWAG ndash Stuff We All Get (whatrsquos left for the geocacher in the canister)
bull TOTT ndash Tools of the Trade
Adventures inGeocachingTHE GROWING SPORT TURNS A WALK IN THE PARK INTO A TREASURE HUNT
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp9
10emspHerFamily bull August 2015 omahamagazinecom
SPEAKING UP AS MAYOR OF BOYS TOWNJennifer Nguyen
HerFamily bull September 2015emsp11bestofomahacom
YOUNG HEROby April Christenson photography by Sarah Lemke
Jennifer Nguyen is bright and soft-spoken Sitting in the living room of her family teachersrsquo home on the Boys Town campus the high school senior thoughtfully considers her answer before explaining why she chose to run for mayor of Boys Town
ldquoThis is my homerdquo Jennifer says after a moment ldquoI want to give back to Boys Townrdquo
In May the 17-year-old was elected the 115th mayor of Boys Town Nguyen and Vice Mayor Tessa Miller are only the second female mayor-vice mayor duo in Boys Townrsquos history
Nguyen wants to serve the community her home since she was 12 that has done so much for her After she graduates from high school she would like to attend Wayne State College and study business The future looks bright but it wasnrsquot always quite like this
ldquoBEING ABLE TO ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS IS REALLY NEAT TO MErdquo -Jennifer Nguyen
ldquoIt was toughrdquo Nguyen says ldquoFor a while I wasnrsquot sure Irsquod get past junior yearrdquo
Her family teachers Scott and Kim Kavanaugh affirm her statement saying they have seen a remarkable change in her over the past four and a half years they have known her Like many kids her age Nguyen had trouble in school and her grades suffered but she turned things around in a remarkable way
ldquoWersquore just so proud of herrdquo Scott says ldquoShe strives for excellence in every-thing she does It was tough there for a while but now she gets upset when she gets a Brdquo emspgt
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ltemspStill when Nguyen first told them she wanted to run for mayor the Kavanaughs were a bit surprised Itrsquos a lengthy selective process Nguyen who has always been a little reserved and reluctant to speak up in a group would have to give a speech before the entire student body
ldquoWe asked her lsquoDo you really want to do thisrsquordquo Kim says
But Nguyen was sure
ldquoEver since we were in eighth grade my friends and I talked about itrdquo she explains It was something she really wanted and she was willing to put herself out there to accomplish it
With help from the Kavanaughs Nguyen got endorsements from her teachers and community director They created posters and pamphlets She prepared to address the entire student body And on May 5 the students voted and Nguyen was elected the 2015-2016 mayor of Boystown She says she hopes other students will see her as a positive example
ldquoBeing able to role model for others is really neat to merdquo she says
In addition to her new role as mayor Nguyen is captain of the soccer team and a member of the color guard student council junior ROTC and National Honors Society Even with a busy schedule of school and extracurricular activities she believes making time for service to others is important
ldquoJennifer has always been a person who gives backrdquo Scott says ldquoShe sees the needs of othersrdquo
Boys Town founder Edward J Flanagan conceived its student gov-ernment system as a way for students to build character citizenship and a sense of community In Nguyen that legacy lives on
ldquoI want to make Boys Town feel like home for all of the students and encourage everyone to get involvedrdquoemsp
YOUNG HERO CONTINUED
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INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
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Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
1
2
3
4
5
Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
Call your Local
MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
cathytichymollymaidcom
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
1
2
3
4
5
Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
Call your Local
MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
cathytichymollymaidcom
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
1
2
3
4
5
Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
Call your Local
MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
cathytichymollymaidcom
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
1
2
3
4
5
Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
Call your Local
MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
cathytichymollymaidcom
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
1
2
3
4
5
Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
Call your Local
MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
cathytichymollymaidcom
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
1
2
3
4
5
Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
Call your Local
MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
cathytichymollymaidcom
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
Molly Maidrsquos ldquoSmall Efforts Big Resultsrdquo brochure provide additional informa-tion about creating a more green friendlyhome
People always notice how clean and fresh my home is now Irsquom proud totell them itrsquos also a Molly Maid Green Home
1
2
3
4
5
Molly Maid clean is now green
5
Trust Molly Maid to clean your home so thoroughly people are guaranteed to notice
Each franchise independently owned and operated
Reasons why it makes sense
For a Cleaning Plan designed aroundyour home and your lifestyle
Call your Local
MOLLY MAID OF CENTRAL OMAHACOUNCIL BLUFFS
402932MAID (6243)A clean you can
trust
cathytichymollymaidcom
Molly Maidrsquos private label cleaningproducts are environmentally safe biodegradable and non-toxic
Itrsquos healthier for my family the products are all natural cleaners and disin-fectants I donrsquot worry about fumes residue or build up
Irsquom doing my part to help the environmentEven the smallest contributions can make a big difference over time
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The Half Camel stretches the front of the body strengthens the back stimulates abdomen and neck organs and fights fatigue anxiety and backachesemsp
Half CamelSANSKRIT NAME ARDHA USTRASANA
(ARE-DAH OO-STRAHS-ANNA)
1 Kneel with toes tucked2 Gently pull belly towards spine and
lengthen tailbone towards the ground 3 Lengthen the spine by reaching the
crown of the head towards the sky4 Engage the thigh muscles by hug-
ging ankles towards one another5 Let the shoulder blades roll down
the back and open through the chest and collarbones to allow your arms to hang outside of the thighs
6 Inhale deeply and as you exhale begin bending the upper back and gently reach the right hand towards the right heel
7 Raise your left hand towards the sky and actively reach with the fingertips
8 Let the crown of the head gently fall back towards the ground without straining your neck
9 Breathe deeply and repeat five times10 Keeping everything engaged
inhale and gently roll up to a neu-tral position head comes up last
11 Repeat opposite side
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp5
YOGAby Rachel Joy photography by Bill Sitzmann
Rachel Joy Fitness
Make the Smart Choice for Your Childrsquos
Early Learning amp Care
Building the Foundation for Lifelong Learning
bull Participating in Nebraskarsquos ldquoStep Up to Qualityrdquo Program
bull Omaharsquos only childcare center with a Cloth Diaper Service
bull Nursing-mother and Baby-Led weaning friendly
bull Safe Sleep Center in our Infant Roomsbull Weekly Art classes and Library Timebull A+ Better Business Bureau Ratingbull Participate in NAPSAAC to provide the
best possible nutrition amp physical activity like recess soccer amp dance
bull KidSquad partner to improve your Childrsquos Social Emotional amp Physical environment
bull We are a ldquoCenter of Excellencerdquo through Early Childhood Services Providing Bracken School Readiness Assessments For Preschool
EDUCATION BASED CENTER
AGES 6 WEEKS
TO 12 YEARS
ENRICHMENTACTIVITIES
SCHOOL AGE PROGRAMS
LARGE CLEAN FACILITY
2020 N 72nd Streetsmartstart-lccom
Enroll today 4026142722Space is limited
Nothing brings a community together like the spirit of pride Growing up in the Ralston school district our family was always involved in some activity whether it was cheering on our peers helping our neigh-bors or rooting for the home team
As I have matured my pride has grown to encompass all of Omaha I am proud of the people in this city and the strides we are taking as a whole I want other cities to see how great we are
Pennants have been traditionally used as commemorative flags and trophies for sports teams I encourage you to create your pennant to celebrate what you are most proud ofmdashwhether it is a sports team vacation spot
institution or your favorite personemsp
Rah-Rah Sis-Boom-Bah
Kristen Hoffman DIY
6emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
DIYby Kristen Hoffman photography by Bill Sitzmann
MATERIALSbull 30rdquo x 12rdquo strip of colored feltbull 12rdquo x 12rdquo strip of white felt (or a contrasting color)
bull Scissorsbull Liquid starchbull Spray adhesivebull Printer paper
DIRECTIONS1 Cut out a 30 x 12 triangle of colored
felt to act as the background of your pennant Stiffen the felt by soaking it in liquid starch Wring out the liquid and lay it somewhere flat to dry
2 Once the felt is completely dry iron it to get it nice and wrinkle free If you are concerned about burn-ing the felt use a press cloth
3 Hop on the computer and try out some different fonts to see what you like After you have typed out the name that you would like on your pen-nant manipulate the letters so they get slightly smaller as they go to the right
4 Print out the name and see how it looks in relation to your pennant If it looks correct cut out each individual letter with scissors
5 Place paper letters upside down on the white piece of felt and trace them lightly with a pen Placing them upside down will ensure that you do not have any pen marks on your final letters
6 Place felt letters onto the pen-nant and arrange them as desired Pick each individual letter up off the pennant spray the back side with adhesive and press it onto the pennant in the correct place
7 Cut out a 1rdquo strip of white felt to run along the left side of the banner spray with adhesive and press it onto the colored felt
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp7
We can help your familyQuality Child Care Parenting Classes and Support
Unplanned Pregnancy Services Adoption Teen Girl Chats
Mario amp Aaden Age 3
Foster Family Services
You can help ours Become a Foster Family Volunteer
Attend Donor Events Donate OnlineVisit nchsorg or call 4024510787
Visit us today 12965 W Center Rd 4027780650
HoursMon-Thu 10-6Fri-Sat 10-5Sun 12-4
THERE ARE 2584841 ACTIVE GEOCACHES AND OVER SIX MILLION GEOCACHERS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
8emspHerFamily bull July 2015 omahamagazinecom
ACTIVITY by Danielle Herzog
ldquoDo you see it Are we closerdquo
My children looked feverishly around as my husband held out the GPS app on his phone
while stepping over branches and tree stumps The leaves crunched under our feet as we walked through the St Columban Retreat Centerrsquos grounds to find a hidden treasure
No we werenrsquot seeking lost gold or looking for my keys
We were geocaching an activity in which participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location
The sport has grown quickly along with the technologymdashthe increasingly affordable tech-nologymdashthat has made it possible According to Geocachingcom the most-popular website dedicated to the activity there are 2584841 active geocaches and more than six million geocachers throughout the world
Gone are the analog days in which you had to navigate your way with compass and maps Now with apps specifically for geocaching and GPS management families can pick the level of difficulty and type of terrain they want to explore
For our first adventure we picked tasks that rated a measly 15 on the 100 scale We thought finding the canisters would be a breeze And two out of the four times it was But even after 20 minutes of search-ing we found that we struggled to find the others We followed the directions even read the clues included but quickly real-ized that some things take a bit more time and experience
We are hooked We already have a plan to go back out to the caches we missed and are determined to find them on our next day off
And we arenrsquot alone
Omaha has its own group dedicated to geo-caching in Nebraska Nebraskache has more than 500 members of all ages throughout the state Their Yahoo and Facebook groups are members-only though all are welcome to join They post their favorite caches organize group outings and even share clues and tips to finding the ldquotreasurerdquo
Brady Holmes 37 an experienced cacher who works as a change-control technician for Dell in Lincoln started caching in 2011 ldquoFor me it was a way to start exercising I cached every other weekend and then I became extremely addicted and ended up caching every day for over 450 days My first year I found over 2000 cachesrdquo
Although that number is on the high end many people are hooked right from the start
Kia Itsen 38 an insurance industry staffer says itrsquos an adventure her whole family has loved since they first started in 2014 Her 10-year-old daughter is now finding the caches herself and loving every minute of it Itrsquos not the amount of finds that attracts her but rather where the journey takes them ldquoThere are many caches in Nebraska and geocaching takes me to so many places I would have never gone to otherwiserdquo
The activity has gotten so popular in Nebraska that the state recently won the bid for the 2015 Geocoinfest which will be held at Strategic Air and Space Museum in Ashland on Oct 3 This traveling event will offer sessions on geocaching while also having an expo for products and supplies as well as a kidsrsquo area to introduce children to the activity
So whether you go as a family with friends or out on your own geocaching is giving people an opportunity to experience new places while challenging them and leaving them wanting moreemsp
TIPS FOR THOSE NEW TO GEOCACHING
1 Join ldquoNebraskacherdquo on Face-book or through Yahoo groups Go to events where you can meet other people who geo-cache and would be interested in going together
2 Start simple Go for the big easy ones at first then stretch your abilities gradually
3 Bring a pen There are log sheets in the canisters and yoursquoll need something to sign your name with
4 The name of the cache is often a clue to its whereabouts
5 Canisters come in all sizes Sometimes it takes several trips to a place before catching on to how they are hidden
6 Learn the lingo bull DNF ndash Did Not Findbull DT ndash DifficultyTerrainbull FTF ndash First to Findbull Ground Zero ndash When you have reached your destination on a GPS
bull Muggle ndash Non-Geocacherbull SWAG ndash Stuff We All Get (whatrsquos left for the geocacher in the canister)
bull TOTT ndash Tools of the Trade
Adventures inGeocachingTHE GROWING SPORT TURNS A WALK IN THE PARK INTO A TREASURE HUNT
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp9
10emspHerFamily bull August 2015 omahamagazinecom
SPEAKING UP AS MAYOR OF BOYS TOWNJennifer Nguyen
HerFamily bull September 2015emsp11bestofomahacom
YOUNG HEROby April Christenson photography by Sarah Lemke
Jennifer Nguyen is bright and soft-spoken Sitting in the living room of her family teachersrsquo home on the Boys Town campus the high school senior thoughtfully considers her answer before explaining why she chose to run for mayor of Boys Town
ldquoThis is my homerdquo Jennifer says after a moment ldquoI want to give back to Boys Townrdquo
In May the 17-year-old was elected the 115th mayor of Boys Town Nguyen and Vice Mayor Tessa Miller are only the second female mayor-vice mayor duo in Boys Townrsquos history
Nguyen wants to serve the community her home since she was 12 that has done so much for her After she graduates from high school she would like to attend Wayne State College and study business The future looks bright but it wasnrsquot always quite like this
ldquoBEING ABLE TO ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS IS REALLY NEAT TO MErdquo -Jennifer Nguyen
ldquoIt was toughrdquo Nguyen says ldquoFor a while I wasnrsquot sure Irsquod get past junior yearrdquo
Her family teachers Scott and Kim Kavanaugh affirm her statement saying they have seen a remarkable change in her over the past four and a half years they have known her Like many kids her age Nguyen had trouble in school and her grades suffered but she turned things around in a remarkable way
ldquoWersquore just so proud of herrdquo Scott says ldquoShe strives for excellence in every-thing she does It was tough there for a while but now she gets upset when she gets a Brdquo emspgt
We you too
OmahaMagazine
Kidrsquos rodeo
tickets
start at $10
all kids receive free
cowboy hat
September 24
wwwaksarbenrodeocomseptember 24-27 I centurylink center
animal zoneopen daily
10 am - 7 pm
120th aksarben heritage parade
september 26 at 10 am
aksarben stock show
open daily 10 am - 7 pm
free family activities
12emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
ltemspStill when Nguyen first told them she wanted to run for mayor the Kavanaughs were a bit surprised Itrsquos a lengthy selective process Nguyen who has always been a little reserved and reluctant to speak up in a group would have to give a speech before the entire student body
ldquoWe asked her lsquoDo you really want to do thisrsquordquo Kim says
But Nguyen was sure
ldquoEver since we were in eighth grade my friends and I talked about itrdquo she explains It was something she really wanted and she was willing to put herself out there to accomplish it
With help from the Kavanaughs Nguyen got endorsements from her teachers and community director They created posters and pamphlets She prepared to address the entire student body And on May 5 the students voted and Nguyen was elected the 2015-2016 mayor of Boystown She says she hopes other students will see her as a positive example
ldquoBeing able to role model for others is really neat to merdquo she says
In addition to her new role as mayor Nguyen is captain of the soccer team and a member of the color guard student council junior ROTC and National Honors Society Even with a busy schedule of school and extracurricular activities she believes making time for service to others is important
ldquoJennifer has always been a person who gives backrdquo Scott says ldquoShe sees the needs of othersrdquo
Boys Town founder Edward J Flanagan conceived its student gov-ernment system as a way for students to build character citizenship and a sense of community In Nguyen that legacy lives on
ldquoI want to make Boys Town feel like home for all of the students and encourage everyone to get involvedrdquoemsp
YOUNG HERO CONTINUED
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INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
is packed with protein and great flavoremsp
Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
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PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
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The Half Camel stretches the front of the body strengthens the back stimulates abdomen and neck organs and fights fatigue anxiety and backachesemsp
Half CamelSANSKRIT NAME ARDHA USTRASANA
(ARE-DAH OO-STRAHS-ANNA)
1 Kneel with toes tucked2 Gently pull belly towards spine and
lengthen tailbone towards the ground 3 Lengthen the spine by reaching the
crown of the head towards the sky4 Engage the thigh muscles by hug-
ging ankles towards one another5 Let the shoulder blades roll down
the back and open through the chest and collarbones to allow your arms to hang outside of the thighs
6 Inhale deeply and as you exhale begin bending the upper back and gently reach the right hand towards the right heel
7 Raise your left hand towards the sky and actively reach with the fingertips
8 Let the crown of the head gently fall back towards the ground without straining your neck
9 Breathe deeply and repeat five times10 Keeping everything engaged
inhale and gently roll up to a neu-tral position head comes up last
11 Repeat opposite side
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp5
YOGAby Rachel Joy photography by Bill Sitzmann
Rachel Joy Fitness
Make the Smart Choice for Your Childrsquos
Early Learning amp Care
Building the Foundation for Lifelong Learning
bull Participating in Nebraskarsquos ldquoStep Up to Qualityrdquo Program
bull Omaharsquos only childcare center with a Cloth Diaper Service
bull Nursing-mother and Baby-Led weaning friendly
bull Safe Sleep Center in our Infant Roomsbull Weekly Art classes and Library Timebull A+ Better Business Bureau Ratingbull Participate in NAPSAAC to provide the
best possible nutrition amp physical activity like recess soccer amp dance
bull KidSquad partner to improve your Childrsquos Social Emotional amp Physical environment
bull We are a ldquoCenter of Excellencerdquo through Early Childhood Services Providing Bracken School Readiness Assessments For Preschool
EDUCATION BASED CENTER
AGES 6 WEEKS
TO 12 YEARS
ENRICHMENTACTIVITIES
SCHOOL AGE PROGRAMS
LARGE CLEAN FACILITY
2020 N 72nd Streetsmartstart-lccom
Enroll today 4026142722Space is limited
Nothing brings a community together like the spirit of pride Growing up in the Ralston school district our family was always involved in some activity whether it was cheering on our peers helping our neigh-bors or rooting for the home team
As I have matured my pride has grown to encompass all of Omaha I am proud of the people in this city and the strides we are taking as a whole I want other cities to see how great we are
Pennants have been traditionally used as commemorative flags and trophies for sports teams I encourage you to create your pennant to celebrate what you are most proud ofmdashwhether it is a sports team vacation spot
institution or your favorite personemsp
Rah-Rah Sis-Boom-Bah
Kristen Hoffman DIY
6emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
DIYby Kristen Hoffman photography by Bill Sitzmann
MATERIALSbull 30rdquo x 12rdquo strip of colored feltbull 12rdquo x 12rdquo strip of white felt (or a contrasting color)
bull Scissorsbull Liquid starchbull Spray adhesivebull Printer paper
DIRECTIONS1 Cut out a 30 x 12 triangle of colored
felt to act as the background of your pennant Stiffen the felt by soaking it in liquid starch Wring out the liquid and lay it somewhere flat to dry
2 Once the felt is completely dry iron it to get it nice and wrinkle free If you are concerned about burn-ing the felt use a press cloth
3 Hop on the computer and try out some different fonts to see what you like After you have typed out the name that you would like on your pen-nant manipulate the letters so they get slightly smaller as they go to the right
4 Print out the name and see how it looks in relation to your pennant If it looks correct cut out each individual letter with scissors
5 Place paper letters upside down on the white piece of felt and trace them lightly with a pen Placing them upside down will ensure that you do not have any pen marks on your final letters
6 Place felt letters onto the pen-nant and arrange them as desired Pick each individual letter up off the pennant spray the back side with adhesive and press it onto the pennant in the correct place
7 Cut out a 1rdquo strip of white felt to run along the left side of the banner spray with adhesive and press it onto the colored felt
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp7
We can help your familyQuality Child Care Parenting Classes and Support
Unplanned Pregnancy Services Adoption Teen Girl Chats
Mario amp Aaden Age 3
Foster Family Services
You can help ours Become a Foster Family Volunteer
Attend Donor Events Donate OnlineVisit nchsorg or call 4024510787
Visit us today 12965 W Center Rd 4027780650
HoursMon-Thu 10-6Fri-Sat 10-5Sun 12-4
THERE ARE 2584841 ACTIVE GEOCACHES AND OVER SIX MILLION GEOCACHERS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
8emspHerFamily bull July 2015 omahamagazinecom
ACTIVITY by Danielle Herzog
ldquoDo you see it Are we closerdquo
My children looked feverishly around as my husband held out the GPS app on his phone
while stepping over branches and tree stumps The leaves crunched under our feet as we walked through the St Columban Retreat Centerrsquos grounds to find a hidden treasure
No we werenrsquot seeking lost gold or looking for my keys
We were geocaching an activity in which participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location
The sport has grown quickly along with the technologymdashthe increasingly affordable tech-nologymdashthat has made it possible According to Geocachingcom the most-popular website dedicated to the activity there are 2584841 active geocaches and more than six million geocachers throughout the world
Gone are the analog days in which you had to navigate your way with compass and maps Now with apps specifically for geocaching and GPS management families can pick the level of difficulty and type of terrain they want to explore
For our first adventure we picked tasks that rated a measly 15 on the 100 scale We thought finding the canisters would be a breeze And two out of the four times it was But even after 20 minutes of search-ing we found that we struggled to find the others We followed the directions even read the clues included but quickly real-ized that some things take a bit more time and experience
We are hooked We already have a plan to go back out to the caches we missed and are determined to find them on our next day off
And we arenrsquot alone
Omaha has its own group dedicated to geo-caching in Nebraska Nebraskache has more than 500 members of all ages throughout the state Their Yahoo and Facebook groups are members-only though all are welcome to join They post their favorite caches organize group outings and even share clues and tips to finding the ldquotreasurerdquo
Brady Holmes 37 an experienced cacher who works as a change-control technician for Dell in Lincoln started caching in 2011 ldquoFor me it was a way to start exercising I cached every other weekend and then I became extremely addicted and ended up caching every day for over 450 days My first year I found over 2000 cachesrdquo
Although that number is on the high end many people are hooked right from the start
Kia Itsen 38 an insurance industry staffer says itrsquos an adventure her whole family has loved since they first started in 2014 Her 10-year-old daughter is now finding the caches herself and loving every minute of it Itrsquos not the amount of finds that attracts her but rather where the journey takes them ldquoThere are many caches in Nebraska and geocaching takes me to so many places I would have never gone to otherwiserdquo
The activity has gotten so popular in Nebraska that the state recently won the bid for the 2015 Geocoinfest which will be held at Strategic Air and Space Museum in Ashland on Oct 3 This traveling event will offer sessions on geocaching while also having an expo for products and supplies as well as a kidsrsquo area to introduce children to the activity
So whether you go as a family with friends or out on your own geocaching is giving people an opportunity to experience new places while challenging them and leaving them wanting moreemsp
TIPS FOR THOSE NEW TO GEOCACHING
1 Join ldquoNebraskacherdquo on Face-book or through Yahoo groups Go to events where you can meet other people who geo-cache and would be interested in going together
2 Start simple Go for the big easy ones at first then stretch your abilities gradually
3 Bring a pen There are log sheets in the canisters and yoursquoll need something to sign your name with
4 The name of the cache is often a clue to its whereabouts
5 Canisters come in all sizes Sometimes it takes several trips to a place before catching on to how they are hidden
6 Learn the lingo bull DNF ndash Did Not Findbull DT ndash DifficultyTerrainbull FTF ndash First to Findbull Ground Zero ndash When you have reached your destination on a GPS
bull Muggle ndash Non-Geocacherbull SWAG ndash Stuff We All Get (whatrsquos left for the geocacher in the canister)
bull TOTT ndash Tools of the Trade
Adventures inGeocachingTHE GROWING SPORT TURNS A WALK IN THE PARK INTO A TREASURE HUNT
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp9
10emspHerFamily bull August 2015 omahamagazinecom
SPEAKING UP AS MAYOR OF BOYS TOWNJennifer Nguyen
HerFamily bull September 2015emsp11bestofomahacom
YOUNG HEROby April Christenson photography by Sarah Lemke
Jennifer Nguyen is bright and soft-spoken Sitting in the living room of her family teachersrsquo home on the Boys Town campus the high school senior thoughtfully considers her answer before explaining why she chose to run for mayor of Boys Town
ldquoThis is my homerdquo Jennifer says after a moment ldquoI want to give back to Boys Townrdquo
In May the 17-year-old was elected the 115th mayor of Boys Town Nguyen and Vice Mayor Tessa Miller are only the second female mayor-vice mayor duo in Boys Townrsquos history
Nguyen wants to serve the community her home since she was 12 that has done so much for her After she graduates from high school she would like to attend Wayne State College and study business The future looks bright but it wasnrsquot always quite like this
ldquoBEING ABLE TO ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS IS REALLY NEAT TO MErdquo -Jennifer Nguyen
ldquoIt was toughrdquo Nguyen says ldquoFor a while I wasnrsquot sure Irsquod get past junior yearrdquo
Her family teachers Scott and Kim Kavanaugh affirm her statement saying they have seen a remarkable change in her over the past four and a half years they have known her Like many kids her age Nguyen had trouble in school and her grades suffered but she turned things around in a remarkable way
ldquoWersquore just so proud of herrdquo Scott says ldquoShe strives for excellence in every-thing she does It was tough there for a while but now she gets upset when she gets a Brdquo emspgt
We you too
OmahaMagazine
Kidrsquos rodeo
tickets
start at $10
all kids receive free
cowboy hat
September 24
wwwaksarbenrodeocomseptember 24-27 I centurylink center
animal zoneopen daily
10 am - 7 pm
120th aksarben heritage parade
september 26 at 10 am
aksarben stock show
open daily 10 am - 7 pm
free family activities
12emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
ltemspStill when Nguyen first told them she wanted to run for mayor the Kavanaughs were a bit surprised Itrsquos a lengthy selective process Nguyen who has always been a little reserved and reluctant to speak up in a group would have to give a speech before the entire student body
ldquoWe asked her lsquoDo you really want to do thisrsquordquo Kim says
But Nguyen was sure
ldquoEver since we were in eighth grade my friends and I talked about itrdquo she explains It was something she really wanted and she was willing to put herself out there to accomplish it
With help from the Kavanaughs Nguyen got endorsements from her teachers and community director They created posters and pamphlets She prepared to address the entire student body And on May 5 the students voted and Nguyen was elected the 2015-2016 mayor of Boystown She says she hopes other students will see her as a positive example
ldquoBeing able to role model for others is really neat to merdquo she says
In addition to her new role as mayor Nguyen is captain of the soccer team and a member of the color guard student council junior ROTC and National Honors Society Even with a busy schedule of school and extracurricular activities she believes making time for service to others is important
ldquoJennifer has always been a person who gives backrdquo Scott says ldquoShe sees the needs of othersrdquo
Boys Town founder Edward J Flanagan conceived its student gov-ernment system as a way for students to build character citizenship and a sense of community In Nguyen that legacy lives on
ldquoI want to make Boys Town feel like home for all of the students and encourage everyone to get involvedrdquoemsp
YOUNG HERO CONTINUED
YMCA OF GREATER OMAHA wwwmetroymcaorg
REGISTER TO PLAY FALL BASKETBALL now through September 26 2015 Practices will begin the week of October 19
We have different leagues available depending on your childrsquos age and skill level
SPEND YOUR FALL AT THE YFALL 2 SWIM LESSONS September 27-November 7 2015
Member registration starts September 7
Non member registration starts September 11
Call your local YMCA or visit our website to register
Come see why
wasvoted
omahacmorg | OmaConservatory | facebookcomomahacm 4029324978 | 3504 S 108th St Omaha NE 68144
Now offering lessons inStrings bull Piano bull Voice bull Guitar bull Winds Brass bull Percussion bull Conducting bull CompositionUse code AUGWINDS15 to get $10 off the registration fee
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp13
Huevos Rancheros
14emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
sponsored content by Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center photography by copyBaldwin Publishing IncFOOD
Donrsquot Miss OurFALL OPEN HOUSE
August 28 10a-5p amp August 29th 8a-3p
NEW ADDRESS 217 N Jefferson St bull Papillion402-331-9136 bull papillionflowerpatchcom
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to your home
Thanks for voting us Best of Omahatrade
Professional Dance Education For All Ages Jazz bull Hip-Hop bull Lyrical bull Tap bull Ballet bull Pointe bull Modern bull Contemporary bull Dance TheaterWe allow students to develop skills to their optimum potential while challenging them to achieve higher levels of dance education
4024935671 bull onpointedancecentrecom 1812 N 120th Street Omaha Nebraska 68154
We were proud to participate in both the 2011 Macyrsquos Thanksgiving Day Parade and
2014 Capital One Bowl Halftime Show
Award Winning Competition Team
Register now for summer and fall classes
Birthdays bull Communities bull SchoolsChurches bull Corporate Events
$35 OFF
Your Movie EventWe bring a giant inflatable movie screen
amp all equipment to your location The kids will LOVE it the parents too
402-317-5225FunFlickscom
Have a Giant ScreenOutdoor Movie Night
SUBSCRIBE TODAY
Donrsquot miss a single issue of Omaha Magazine
omamagcomsave
JULYAUGUST bull 2014
war amp PeaceChuck Hagel battles for a future free of the quagmires of the past
OmaharsquostopDentiststradeBest of Omahatrade Campaign 2015
The Loyal Royal Alex GordonMalorie MaddoxOmaha Stories
trade
INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
is packed with protein and great flavoremsp
Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp15
PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
P r esenting S ponsors Bank of the West | Behlen Countr y | Kie wit Cor porat ion
TICKETSAdults start at $17
Kids start at $10
AKSARBENRODEOCOMor
1-800-745-3000
JUSTIN BOOTS CHAMPIONSHIPThursday Sept 24th - Friday Sept 25th
WRANGLERS CHAMPION CHALLENGE FINALESaturday Sept 26th
Nothing brings a community together like the spirit of pride Growing up in the Ralston school district our family was always involved in some activity whether it was cheering on our peers helping our neigh-bors or rooting for the home team
As I have matured my pride has grown to encompass all of Omaha I am proud of the people in this city and the strides we are taking as a whole I want other cities to see how great we are
Pennants have been traditionally used as commemorative flags and trophies for sports teams I encourage you to create your pennant to celebrate what you are most proud ofmdashwhether it is a sports team vacation spot
institution or your favorite personemsp
Rah-Rah Sis-Boom-Bah
Kristen Hoffman DIY
6emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
DIYby Kristen Hoffman photography by Bill Sitzmann
MATERIALSbull 30rdquo x 12rdquo strip of colored feltbull 12rdquo x 12rdquo strip of white felt (or a contrasting color)
bull Scissorsbull Liquid starchbull Spray adhesivebull Printer paper
DIRECTIONS1 Cut out a 30 x 12 triangle of colored
felt to act as the background of your pennant Stiffen the felt by soaking it in liquid starch Wring out the liquid and lay it somewhere flat to dry
2 Once the felt is completely dry iron it to get it nice and wrinkle free If you are concerned about burn-ing the felt use a press cloth
3 Hop on the computer and try out some different fonts to see what you like After you have typed out the name that you would like on your pen-nant manipulate the letters so they get slightly smaller as they go to the right
4 Print out the name and see how it looks in relation to your pennant If it looks correct cut out each individual letter with scissors
5 Place paper letters upside down on the white piece of felt and trace them lightly with a pen Placing them upside down will ensure that you do not have any pen marks on your final letters
6 Place felt letters onto the pen-nant and arrange them as desired Pick each individual letter up off the pennant spray the back side with adhesive and press it onto the pennant in the correct place
7 Cut out a 1rdquo strip of white felt to run along the left side of the banner spray with adhesive and press it onto the colored felt
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp7
We can help your familyQuality Child Care Parenting Classes and Support
Unplanned Pregnancy Services Adoption Teen Girl Chats
Mario amp Aaden Age 3
Foster Family Services
You can help ours Become a Foster Family Volunteer
Attend Donor Events Donate OnlineVisit nchsorg or call 4024510787
Visit us today 12965 W Center Rd 4027780650
HoursMon-Thu 10-6Fri-Sat 10-5Sun 12-4
THERE ARE 2584841 ACTIVE GEOCACHES AND OVER SIX MILLION GEOCACHERS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
8emspHerFamily bull July 2015 omahamagazinecom
ACTIVITY by Danielle Herzog
ldquoDo you see it Are we closerdquo
My children looked feverishly around as my husband held out the GPS app on his phone
while stepping over branches and tree stumps The leaves crunched under our feet as we walked through the St Columban Retreat Centerrsquos grounds to find a hidden treasure
No we werenrsquot seeking lost gold or looking for my keys
We were geocaching an activity in which participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location
The sport has grown quickly along with the technologymdashthe increasingly affordable tech-nologymdashthat has made it possible According to Geocachingcom the most-popular website dedicated to the activity there are 2584841 active geocaches and more than six million geocachers throughout the world
Gone are the analog days in which you had to navigate your way with compass and maps Now with apps specifically for geocaching and GPS management families can pick the level of difficulty and type of terrain they want to explore
For our first adventure we picked tasks that rated a measly 15 on the 100 scale We thought finding the canisters would be a breeze And two out of the four times it was But even after 20 minutes of search-ing we found that we struggled to find the others We followed the directions even read the clues included but quickly real-ized that some things take a bit more time and experience
We are hooked We already have a plan to go back out to the caches we missed and are determined to find them on our next day off
And we arenrsquot alone
Omaha has its own group dedicated to geo-caching in Nebraska Nebraskache has more than 500 members of all ages throughout the state Their Yahoo and Facebook groups are members-only though all are welcome to join They post their favorite caches organize group outings and even share clues and tips to finding the ldquotreasurerdquo
Brady Holmes 37 an experienced cacher who works as a change-control technician for Dell in Lincoln started caching in 2011 ldquoFor me it was a way to start exercising I cached every other weekend and then I became extremely addicted and ended up caching every day for over 450 days My first year I found over 2000 cachesrdquo
Although that number is on the high end many people are hooked right from the start
Kia Itsen 38 an insurance industry staffer says itrsquos an adventure her whole family has loved since they first started in 2014 Her 10-year-old daughter is now finding the caches herself and loving every minute of it Itrsquos not the amount of finds that attracts her but rather where the journey takes them ldquoThere are many caches in Nebraska and geocaching takes me to so many places I would have never gone to otherwiserdquo
The activity has gotten so popular in Nebraska that the state recently won the bid for the 2015 Geocoinfest which will be held at Strategic Air and Space Museum in Ashland on Oct 3 This traveling event will offer sessions on geocaching while also having an expo for products and supplies as well as a kidsrsquo area to introduce children to the activity
So whether you go as a family with friends or out on your own geocaching is giving people an opportunity to experience new places while challenging them and leaving them wanting moreemsp
TIPS FOR THOSE NEW TO GEOCACHING
1 Join ldquoNebraskacherdquo on Face-book or through Yahoo groups Go to events where you can meet other people who geo-cache and would be interested in going together
2 Start simple Go for the big easy ones at first then stretch your abilities gradually
3 Bring a pen There are log sheets in the canisters and yoursquoll need something to sign your name with
4 The name of the cache is often a clue to its whereabouts
5 Canisters come in all sizes Sometimes it takes several trips to a place before catching on to how they are hidden
6 Learn the lingo bull DNF ndash Did Not Findbull DT ndash DifficultyTerrainbull FTF ndash First to Findbull Ground Zero ndash When you have reached your destination on a GPS
bull Muggle ndash Non-Geocacherbull SWAG ndash Stuff We All Get (whatrsquos left for the geocacher in the canister)
bull TOTT ndash Tools of the Trade
Adventures inGeocachingTHE GROWING SPORT TURNS A WALK IN THE PARK INTO A TREASURE HUNT
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp9
10emspHerFamily bull August 2015 omahamagazinecom
SPEAKING UP AS MAYOR OF BOYS TOWNJennifer Nguyen
HerFamily bull September 2015emsp11bestofomahacom
YOUNG HEROby April Christenson photography by Sarah Lemke
Jennifer Nguyen is bright and soft-spoken Sitting in the living room of her family teachersrsquo home on the Boys Town campus the high school senior thoughtfully considers her answer before explaining why she chose to run for mayor of Boys Town
ldquoThis is my homerdquo Jennifer says after a moment ldquoI want to give back to Boys Townrdquo
In May the 17-year-old was elected the 115th mayor of Boys Town Nguyen and Vice Mayor Tessa Miller are only the second female mayor-vice mayor duo in Boys Townrsquos history
Nguyen wants to serve the community her home since she was 12 that has done so much for her After she graduates from high school she would like to attend Wayne State College and study business The future looks bright but it wasnrsquot always quite like this
ldquoBEING ABLE TO ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS IS REALLY NEAT TO MErdquo -Jennifer Nguyen
ldquoIt was toughrdquo Nguyen says ldquoFor a while I wasnrsquot sure Irsquod get past junior yearrdquo
Her family teachers Scott and Kim Kavanaugh affirm her statement saying they have seen a remarkable change in her over the past four and a half years they have known her Like many kids her age Nguyen had trouble in school and her grades suffered but she turned things around in a remarkable way
ldquoWersquore just so proud of herrdquo Scott says ldquoShe strives for excellence in every-thing she does It was tough there for a while but now she gets upset when she gets a Brdquo emspgt
We you too
OmahaMagazine
Kidrsquos rodeo
tickets
start at $10
all kids receive free
cowboy hat
September 24
wwwaksarbenrodeocomseptember 24-27 I centurylink center
animal zoneopen daily
10 am - 7 pm
120th aksarben heritage parade
september 26 at 10 am
aksarben stock show
open daily 10 am - 7 pm
free family activities
12emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
ltemspStill when Nguyen first told them she wanted to run for mayor the Kavanaughs were a bit surprised Itrsquos a lengthy selective process Nguyen who has always been a little reserved and reluctant to speak up in a group would have to give a speech before the entire student body
ldquoWe asked her lsquoDo you really want to do thisrsquordquo Kim says
But Nguyen was sure
ldquoEver since we were in eighth grade my friends and I talked about itrdquo she explains It was something she really wanted and she was willing to put herself out there to accomplish it
With help from the Kavanaughs Nguyen got endorsements from her teachers and community director They created posters and pamphlets She prepared to address the entire student body And on May 5 the students voted and Nguyen was elected the 2015-2016 mayor of Boystown She says she hopes other students will see her as a positive example
ldquoBeing able to role model for others is really neat to merdquo she says
In addition to her new role as mayor Nguyen is captain of the soccer team and a member of the color guard student council junior ROTC and National Honors Society Even with a busy schedule of school and extracurricular activities she believes making time for service to others is important
ldquoJennifer has always been a person who gives backrdquo Scott says ldquoShe sees the needs of othersrdquo
Boys Town founder Edward J Flanagan conceived its student gov-ernment system as a way for students to build character citizenship and a sense of community In Nguyen that legacy lives on
ldquoI want to make Boys Town feel like home for all of the students and encourage everyone to get involvedrdquoemsp
YOUNG HERO CONTINUED
YMCA OF GREATER OMAHA wwwmetroymcaorg
REGISTER TO PLAY FALL BASKETBALL now through September 26 2015 Practices will begin the week of October 19
We have different leagues available depending on your childrsquos age and skill level
SPEND YOUR FALL AT THE YFALL 2 SWIM LESSONS September 27-November 7 2015
Member registration starts September 7
Non member registration starts September 11
Call your local YMCA or visit our website to register
Come see why
wasvoted
omahacmorg | OmaConservatory | facebookcomomahacm 4029324978 | 3504 S 108th St Omaha NE 68144
Now offering lessons inStrings bull Piano bull Voice bull Guitar bull Winds Brass bull Percussion bull Conducting bull CompositionUse code AUGWINDS15 to get $10 off the registration fee
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp13
Huevos Rancheros
14emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
sponsored content by Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center photography by copyBaldwin Publishing IncFOOD
Donrsquot Miss OurFALL OPEN HOUSE
August 28 10a-5p amp August 29th 8a-3p
NEW ADDRESS 217 N Jefferson St bull Papillion402-331-9136 bull papillionflowerpatchcom
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to your home
Thanks for voting us Best of Omahatrade
Professional Dance Education For All Ages Jazz bull Hip-Hop bull Lyrical bull Tap bull Ballet bull Pointe bull Modern bull Contemporary bull Dance TheaterWe allow students to develop skills to their optimum potential while challenging them to achieve higher levels of dance education
4024935671 bull onpointedancecentrecom 1812 N 120th Street Omaha Nebraska 68154
We were proud to participate in both the 2011 Macyrsquos Thanksgiving Day Parade and
2014 Capital One Bowl Halftime Show
Award Winning Competition Team
Register now for summer and fall classes
Birthdays bull Communities bull SchoolsChurches bull Corporate Events
$35 OFF
Your Movie EventWe bring a giant inflatable movie screen
amp all equipment to your location The kids will LOVE it the parents too
402-317-5225FunFlickscom
Have a Giant ScreenOutdoor Movie Night
SUBSCRIBE TODAY
Donrsquot miss a single issue of Omaha Magazine
omamagcomsave
JULYAUGUST bull 2014
war amp PeaceChuck Hagel battles for a future free of the quagmires of the past
OmaharsquostopDentiststradeBest of Omahatrade Campaign 2015
The Loyal Royal Alex GordonMalorie MaddoxOmaha Stories
trade
INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
is packed with protein and great flavoremsp
Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp15
PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
P r esenting S ponsors Bank of the West | Behlen Countr y | Kie wit Cor porat ion
TICKETSAdults start at $17
Kids start at $10
AKSARBENRODEOCOMor
1-800-745-3000
JUSTIN BOOTS CHAMPIONSHIPThursday Sept 24th - Friday Sept 25th
WRANGLERS CHAMPION CHALLENGE FINALESaturday Sept 26th
MATERIALSbull 30rdquo x 12rdquo strip of colored feltbull 12rdquo x 12rdquo strip of white felt (or a contrasting color)
bull Scissorsbull Liquid starchbull Spray adhesivebull Printer paper
DIRECTIONS1 Cut out a 30 x 12 triangle of colored
felt to act as the background of your pennant Stiffen the felt by soaking it in liquid starch Wring out the liquid and lay it somewhere flat to dry
2 Once the felt is completely dry iron it to get it nice and wrinkle free If you are concerned about burn-ing the felt use a press cloth
3 Hop on the computer and try out some different fonts to see what you like After you have typed out the name that you would like on your pen-nant manipulate the letters so they get slightly smaller as they go to the right
4 Print out the name and see how it looks in relation to your pennant If it looks correct cut out each individual letter with scissors
5 Place paper letters upside down on the white piece of felt and trace them lightly with a pen Placing them upside down will ensure that you do not have any pen marks on your final letters
6 Place felt letters onto the pen-nant and arrange them as desired Pick each individual letter up off the pennant spray the back side with adhesive and press it onto the pennant in the correct place
7 Cut out a 1rdquo strip of white felt to run along the left side of the banner spray with adhesive and press it onto the colored felt
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp7
We can help your familyQuality Child Care Parenting Classes and Support
Unplanned Pregnancy Services Adoption Teen Girl Chats
Mario amp Aaden Age 3
Foster Family Services
You can help ours Become a Foster Family Volunteer
Attend Donor Events Donate OnlineVisit nchsorg or call 4024510787
Visit us today 12965 W Center Rd 4027780650
HoursMon-Thu 10-6Fri-Sat 10-5Sun 12-4
THERE ARE 2584841 ACTIVE GEOCACHES AND OVER SIX MILLION GEOCACHERS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
8emspHerFamily bull July 2015 omahamagazinecom
ACTIVITY by Danielle Herzog
ldquoDo you see it Are we closerdquo
My children looked feverishly around as my husband held out the GPS app on his phone
while stepping over branches and tree stumps The leaves crunched under our feet as we walked through the St Columban Retreat Centerrsquos grounds to find a hidden treasure
No we werenrsquot seeking lost gold or looking for my keys
We were geocaching an activity in which participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location
The sport has grown quickly along with the technologymdashthe increasingly affordable tech-nologymdashthat has made it possible According to Geocachingcom the most-popular website dedicated to the activity there are 2584841 active geocaches and more than six million geocachers throughout the world
Gone are the analog days in which you had to navigate your way with compass and maps Now with apps specifically for geocaching and GPS management families can pick the level of difficulty and type of terrain they want to explore
For our first adventure we picked tasks that rated a measly 15 on the 100 scale We thought finding the canisters would be a breeze And two out of the four times it was But even after 20 minutes of search-ing we found that we struggled to find the others We followed the directions even read the clues included but quickly real-ized that some things take a bit more time and experience
We are hooked We already have a plan to go back out to the caches we missed and are determined to find them on our next day off
And we arenrsquot alone
Omaha has its own group dedicated to geo-caching in Nebraska Nebraskache has more than 500 members of all ages throughout the state Their Yahoo and Facebook groups are members-only though all are welcome to join They post their favorite caches organize group outings and even share clues and tips to finding the ldquotreasurerdquo
Brady Holmes 37 an experienced cacher who works as a change-control technician for Dell in Lincoln started caching in 2011 ldquoFor me it was a way to start exercising I cached every other weekend and then I became extremely addicted and ended up caching every day for over 450 days My first year I found over 2000 cachesrdquo
Although that number is on the high end many people are hooked right from the start
Kia Itsen 38 an insurance industry staffer says itrsquos an adventure her whole family has loved since they first started in 2014 Her 10-year-old daughter is now finding the caches herself and loving every minute of it Itrsquos not the amount of finds that attracts her but rather where the journey takes them ldquoThere are many caches in Nebraska and geocaching takes me to so many places I would have never gone to otherwiserdquo
The activity has gotten so popular in Nebraska that the state recently won the bid for the 2015 Geocoinfest which will be held at Strategic Air and Space Museum in Ashland on Oct 3 This traveling event will offer sessions on geocaching while also having an expo for products and supplies as well as a kidsrsquo area to introduce children to the activity
So whether you go as a family with friends or out on your own geocaching is giving people an opportunity to experience new places while challenging them and leaving them wanting moreemsp
TIPS FOR THOSE NEW TO GEOCACHING
1 Join ldquoNebraskacherdquo on Face-book or through Yahoo groups Go to events where you can meet other people who geo-cache and would be interested in going together
2 Start simple Go for the big easy ones at first then stretch your abilities gradually
3 Bring a pen There are log sheets in the canisters and yoursquoll need something to sign your name with
4 The name of the cache is often a clue to its whereabouts
5 Canisters come in all sizes Sometimes it takes several trips to a place before catching on to how they are hidden
6 Learn the lingo bull DNF ndash Did Not Findbull DT ndash DifficultyTerrainbull FTF ndash First to Findbull Ground Zero ndash When you have reached your destination on a GPS
bull Muggle ndash Non-Geocacherbull SWAG ndash Stuff We All Get (whatrsquos left for the geocacher in the canister)
bull TOTT ndash Tools of the Trade
Adventures inGeocachingTHE GROWING SPORT TURNS A WALK IN THE PARK INTO A TREASURE HUNT
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp9
10emspHerFamily bull August 2015 omahamagazinecom
SPEAKING UP AS MAYOR OF BOYS TOWNJennifer Nguyen
HerFamily bull September 2015emsp11bestofomahacom
YOUNG HEROby April Christenson photography by Sarah Lemke
Jennifer Nguyen is bright and soft-spoken Sitting in the living room of her family teachersrsquo home on the Boys Town campus the high school senior thoughtfully considers her answer before explaining why she chose to run for mayor of Boys Town
ldquoThis is my homerdquo Jennifer says after a moment ldquoI want to give back to Boys Townrdquo
In May the 17-year-old was elected the 115th mayor of Boys Town Nguyen and Vice Mayor Tessa Miller are only the second female mayor-vice mayor duo in Boys Townrsquos history
Nguyen wants to serve the community her home since she was 12 that has done so much for her After she graduates from high school she would like to attend Wayne State College and study business The future looks bright but it wasnrsquot always quite like this
ldquoBEING ABLE TO ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS IS REALLY NEAT TO MErdquo -Jennifer Nguyen
ldquoIt was toughrdquo Nguyen says ldquoFor a while I wasnrsquot sure Irsquod get past junior yearrdquo
Her family teachers Scott and Kim Kavanaugh affirm her statement saying they have seen a remarkable change in her over the past four and a half years they have known her Like many kids her age Nguyen had trouble in school and her grades suffered but she turned things around in a remarkable way
ldquoWersquore just so proud of herrdquo Scott says ldquoShe strives for excellence in every-thing she does It was tough there for a while but now she gets upset when she gets a Brdquo emspgt
We you too
OmahaMagazine
Kidrsquos rodeo
tickets
start at $10
all kids receive free
cowboy hat
September 24
wwwaksarbenrodeocomseptember 24-27 I centurylink center
animal zoneopen daily
10 am - 7 pm
120th aksarben heritage parade
september 26 at 10 am
aksarben stock show
open daily 10 am - 7 pm
free family activities
12emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
ltemspStill when Nguyen first told them she wanted to run for mayor the Kavanaughs were a bit surprised Itrsquos a lengthy selective process Nguyen who has always been a little reserved and reluctant to speak up in a group would have to give a speech before the entire student body
ldquoWe asked her lsquoDo you really want to do thisrsquordquo Kim says
But Nguyen was sure
ldquoEver since we were in eighth grade my friends and I talked about itrdquo she explains It was something she really wanted and she was willing to put herself out there to accomplish it
With help from the Kavanaughs Nguyen got endorsements from her teachers and community director They created posters and pamphlets She prepared to address the entire student body And on May 5 the students voted and Nguyen was elected the 2015-2016 mayor of Boystown She says she hopes other students will see her as a positive example
ldquoBeing able to role model for others is really neat to merdquo she says
In addition to her new role as mayor Nguyen is captain of the soccer team and a member of the color guard student council junior ROTC and National Honors Society Even with a busy schedule of school and extracurricular activities she believes making time for service to others is important
ldquoJennifer has always been a person who gives backrdquo Scott says ldquoShe sees the needs of othersrdquo
Boys Town founder Edward J Flanagan conceived its student gov-ernment system as a way for students to build character citizenship and a sense of community In Nguyen that legacy lives on
ldquoI want to make Boys Town feel like home for all of the students and encourage everyone to get involvedrdquoemsp
YOUNG HERO CONTINUED
YMCA OF GREATER OMAHA wwwmetroymcaorg
REGISTER TO PLAY FALL BASKETBALL now through September 26 2015 Practices will begin the week of October 19
We have different leagues available depending on your childrsquos age and skill level
SPEND YOUR FALL AT THE YFALL 2 SWIM LESSONS September 27-November 7 2015
Member registration starts September 7
Non member registration starts September 11
Call your local YMCA or visit our website to register
Come see why
wasvoted
omahacmorg | OmaConservatory | facebookcomomahacm 4029324978 | 3504 S 108th St Omaha NE 68144
Now offering lessons inStrings bull Piano bull Voice bull Guitar bull Winds Brass bull Percussion bull Conducting bull CompositionUse code AUGWINDS15 to get $10 off the registration fee
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp13
Huevos Rancheros
14emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
sponsored content by Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center photography by copyBaldwin Publishing IncFOOD
Donrsquot Miss OurFALL OPEN HOUSE
August 28 10a-5p amp August 29th 8a-3p
NEW ADDRESS 217 N Jefferson St bull Papillion402-331-9136 bull papillionflowerpatchcom
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to your home
Thanks for voting us Best of Omahatrade
Professional Dance Education For All Ages Jazz bull Hip-Hop bull Lyrical bull Tap bull Ballet bull Pointe bull Modern bull Contemporary bull Dance TheaterWe allow students to develop skills to their optimum potential while challenging them to achieve higher levels of dance education
4024935671 bull onpointedancecentrecom 1812 N 120th Street Omaha Nebraska 68154
We were proud to participate in both the 2011 Macyrsquos Thanksgiving Day Parade and
2014 Capital One Bowl Halftime Show
Award Winning Competition Team
Register now for summer and fall classes
Birthdays bull Communities bull SchoolsChurches bull Corporate Events
$35 OFF
Your Movie EventWe bring a giant inflatable movie screen
amp all equipment to your location The kids will LOVE it the parents too
402-317-5225FunFlickscom
Have a Giant ScreenOutdoor Movie Night
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Donrsquot miss a single issue of Omaha Magazine
omamagcomsave
JULYAUGUST bull 2014
war amp PeaceChuck Hagel battles for a future free of the quagmires of the past
OmaharsquostopDentiststradeBest of Omahatrade Campaign 2015
The Loyal Royal Alex GordonMalorie MaddoxOmaha Stories
trade
INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
is packed with protein and great flavoremsp
Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp15
PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
P r esenting S ponsors Bank of the West | Behlen Countr y | Kie wit Cor porat ion
TICKETSAdults start at $17
Kids start at $10
AKSARBENRODEOCOMor
1-800-745-3000
JUSTIN BOOTS CHAMPIONSHIPThursday Sept 24th - Friday Sept 25th
WRANGLERS CHAMPION CHALLENGE FINALESaturday Sept 26th
THERE ARE 2584841 ACTIVE GEOCACHES AND OVER SIX MILLION GEOCACHERS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
8emspHerFamily bull July 2015 omahamagazinecom
ACTIVITY by Danielle Herzog
ldquoDo you see it Are we closerdquo
My children looked feverishly around as my husband held out the GPS app on his phone
while stepping over branches and tree stumps The leaves crunched under our feet as we walked through the St Columban Retreat Centerrsquos grounds to find a hidden treasure
No we werenrsquot seeking lost gold or looking for my keys
We were geocaching an activity in which participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location
The sport has grown quickly along with the technologymdashthe increasingly affordable tech-nologymdashthat has made it possible According to Geocachingcom the most-popular website dedicated to the activity there are 2584841 active geocaches and more than six million geocachers throughout the world
Gone are the analog days in which you had to navigate your way with compass and maps Now with apps specifically for geocaching and GPS management families can pick the level of difficulty and type of terrain they want to explore
For our first adventure we picked tasks that rated a measly 15 on the 100 scale We thought finding the canisters would be a breeze And two out of the four times it was But even after 20 minutes of search-ing we found that we struggled to find the others We followed the directions even read the clues included but quickly real-ized that some things take a bit more time and experience
We are hooked We already have a plan to go back out to the caches we missed and are determined to find them on our next day off
And we arenrsquot alone
Omaha has its own group dedicated to geo-caching in Nebraska Nebraskache has more than 500 members of all ages throughout the state Their Yahoo and Facebook groups are members-only though all are welcome to join They post their favorite caches organize group outings and even share clues and tips to finding the ldquotreasurerdquo
Brady Holmes 37 an experienced cacher who works as a change-control technician for Dell in Lincoln started caching in 2011 ldquoFor me it was a way to start exercising I cached every other weekend and then I became extremely addicted and ended up caching every day for over 450 days My first year I found over 2000 cachesrdquo
Although that number is on the high end many people are hooked right from the start
Kia Itsen 38 an insurance industry staffer says itrsquos an adventure her whole family has loved since they first started in 2014 Her 10-year-old daughter is now finding the caches herself and loving every minute of it Itrsquos not the amount of finds that attracts her but rather where the journey takes them ldquoThere are many caches in Nebraska and geocaching takes me to so many places I would have never gone to otherwiserdquo
The activity has gotten so popular in Nebraska that the state recently won the bid for the 2015 Geocoinfest which will be held at Strategic Air and Space Museum in Ashland on Oct 3 This traveling event will offer sessions on geocaching while also having an expo for products and supplies as well as a kidsrsquo area to introduce children to the activity
So whether you go as a family with friends or out on your own geocaching is giving people an opportunity to experience new places while challenging them and leaving them wanting moreemsp
TIPS FOR THOSE NEW TO GEOCACHING
1 Join ldquoNebraskacherdquo on Face-book or through Yahoo groups Go to events where you can meet other people who geo-cache and would be interested in going together
2 Start simple Go for the big easy ones at first then stretch your abilities gradually
3 Bring a pen There are log sheets in the canisters and yoursquoll need something to sign your name with
4 The name of the cache is often a clue to its whereabouts
5 Canisters come in all sizes Sometimes it takes several trips to a place before catching on to how they are hidden
6 Learn the lingo bull DNF ndash Did Not Findbull DT ndash DifficultyTerrainbull FTF ndash First to Findbull Ground Zero ndash When you have reached your destination on a GPS
bull Muggle ndash Non-Geocacherbull SWAG ndash Stuff We All Get (whatrsquos left for the geocacher in the canister)
bull TOTT ndash Tools of the Trade
Adventures inGeocachingTHE GROWING SPORT TURNS A WALK IN THE PARK INTO A TREASURE HUNT
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp9
10emspHerFamily bull August 2015 omahamagazinecom
SPEAKING UP AS MAYOR OF BOYS TOWNJennifer Nguyen
HerFamily bull September 2015emsp11bestofomahacom
YOUNG HEROby April Christenson photography by Sarah Lemke
Jennifer Nguyen is bright and soft-spoken Sitting in the living room of her family teachersrsquo home on the Boys Town campus the high school senior thoughtfully considers her answer before explaining why she chose to run for mayor of Boys Town
ldquoThis is my homerdquo Jennifer says after a moment ldquoI want to give back to Boys Townrdquo
In May the 17-year-old was elected the 115th mayor of Boys Town Nguyen and Vice Mayor Tessa Miller are only the second female mayor-vice mayor duo in Boys Townrsquos history
Nguyen wants to serve the community her home since she was 12 that has done so much for her After she graduates from high school she would like to attend Wayne State College and study business The future looks bright but it wasnrsquot always quite like this
ldquoBEING ABLE TO ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS IS REALLY NEAT TO MErdquo -Jennifer Nguyen
ldquoIt was toughrdquo Nguyen says ldquoFor a while I wasnrsquot sure Irsquod get past junior yearrdquo
Her family teachers Scott and Kim Kavanaugh affirm her statement saying they have seen a remarkable change in her over the past four and a half years they have known her Like many kids her age Nguyen had trouble in school and her grades suffered but she turned things around in a remarkable way
ldquoWersquore just so proud of herrdquo Scott says ldquoShe strives for excellence in every-thing she does It was tough there for a while but now she gets upset when she gets a Brdquo emspgt
We you too
OmahaMagazine
Kidrsquos rodeo
tickets
start at $10
all kids receive free
cowboy hat
September 24
wwwaksarbenrodeocomseptember 24-27 I centurylink center
animal zoneopen daily
10 am - 7 pm
120th aksarben heritage parade
september 26 at 10 am
aksarben stock show
open daily 10 am - 7 pm
free family activities
12emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
ltemspStill when Nguyen first told them she wanted to run for mayor the Kavanaughs were a bit surprised Itrsquos a lengthy selective process Nguyen who has always been a little reserved and reluctant to speak up in a group would have to give a speech before the entire student body
ldquoWe asked her lsquoDo you really want to do thisrsquordquo Kim says
But Nguyen was sure
ldquoEver since we were in eighth grade my friends and I talked about itrdquo she explains It was something she really wanted and she was willing to put herself out there to accomplish it
With help from the Kavanaughs Nguyen got endorsements from her teachers and community director They created posters and pamphlets She prepared to address the entire student body And on May 5 the students voted and Nguyen was elected the 2015-2016 mayor of Boystown She says she hopes other students will see her as a positive example
ldquoBeing able to role model for others is really neat to merdquo she says
In addition to her new role as mayor Nguyen is captain of the soccer team and a member of the color guard student council junior ROTC and National Honors Society Even with a busy schedule of school and extracurricular activities she believes making time for service to others is important
ldquoJennifer has always been a person who gives backrdquo Scott says ldquoShe sees the needs of othersrdquo
Boys Town founder Edward J Flanagan conceived its student gov-ernment system as a way for students to build character citizenship and a sense of community In Nguyen that legacy lives on
ldquoI want to make Boys Town feel like home for all of the students and encourage everyone to get involvedrdquoemsp
YOUNG HERO CONTINUED
YMCA OF GREATER OMAHA wwwmetroymcaorg
REGISTER TO PLAY FALL BASKETBALL now through September 26 2015 Practices will begin the week of October 19
We have different leagues available depending on your childrsquos age and skill level
SPEND YOUR FALL AT THE YFALL 2 SWIM LESSONS September 27-November 7 2015
Member registration starts September 7
Non member registration starts September 11
Call your local YMCA or visit our website to register
Come see why
wasvoted
omahacmorg | OmaConservatory | facebookcomomahacm 4029324978 | 3504 S 108th St Omaha NE 68144
Now offering lessons inStrings bull Piano bull Voice bull Guitar bull Winds Brass bull Percussion bull Conducting bull CompositionUse code AUGWINDS15 to get $10 off the registration fee
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp13
Huevos Rancheros
14emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
sponsored content by Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center photography by copyBaldwin Publishing IncFOOD
Donrsquot Miss OurFALL OPEN HOUSE
August 28 10a-5p amp August 29th 8a-3p
NEW ADDRESS 217 N Jefferson St bull Papillion402-331-9136 bull papillionflowerpatchcom
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to your home
Thanks for voting us Best of Omahatrade
Professional Dance Education For All Ages Jazz bull Hip-Hop bull Lyrical bull Tap bull Ballet bull Pointe bull Modern bull Contemporary bull Dance TheaterWe allow students to develop skills to their optimum potential while challenging them to achieve higher levels of dance education
4024935671 bull onpointedancecentrecom 1812 N 120th Street Omaha Nebraska 68154
We were proud to participate in both the 2011 Macyrsquos Thanksgiving Day Parade and
2014 Capital One Bowl Halftime Show
Award Winning Competition Team
Register now for summer and fall classes
Birthdays bull Communities bull SchoolsChurches bull Corporate Events
$35 OFF
Your Movie EventWe bring a giant inflatable movie screen
amp all equipment to your location The kids will LOVE it the parents too
402-317-5225FunFlickscom
Have a Giant ScreenOutdoor Movie Night
SUBSCRIBE TODAY
Donrsquot miss a single issue of Omaha Magazine
omamagcomsave
JULYAUGUST bull 2014
war amp PeaceChuck Hagel battles for a future free of the quagmires of the past
OmaharsquostopDentiststradeBest of Omahatrade Campaign 2015
The Loyal Royal Alex GordonMalorie MaddoxOmaha Stories
trade
INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
is packed with protein and great flavoremsp
Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp15
PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
P r esenting S ponsors Bank of the West | Behlen Countr y | Kie wit Cor porat ion
TICKETSAdults start at $17
Kids start at $10
AKSARBENRODEOCOMor
1-800-745-3000
JUSTIN BOOTS CHAMPIONSHIPThursday Sept 24th - Friday Sept 25th
WRANGLERS CHAMPION CHALLENGE FINALESaturday Sept 26th
ldquoDo you see it Are we closerdquo
My children looked feverishly around as my husband held out the GPS app on his phone
while stepping over branches and tree stumps The leaves crunched under our feet as we walked through the St Columban Retreat Centerrsquos grounds to find a hidden treasure
No we werenrsquot seeking lost gold or looking for my keys
We were geocaching an activity in which participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location
The sport has grown quickly along with the technologymdashthe increasingly affordable tech-nologymdashthat has made it possible According to Geocachingcom the most-popular website dedicated to the activity there are 2584841 active geocaches and more than six million geocachers throughout the world
Gone are the analog days in which you had to navigate your way with compass and maps Now with apps specifically for geocaching and GPS management families can pick the level of difficulty and type of terrain they want to explore
For our first adventure we picked tasks that rated a measly 15 on the 100 scale We thought finding the canisters would be a breeze And two out of the four times it was But even after 20 minutes of search-ing we found that we struggled to find the others We followed the directions even read the clues included but quickly real-ized that some things take a bit more time and experience
We are hooked We already have a plan to go back out to the caches we missed and are determined to find them on our next day off
And we arenrsquot alone
Omaha has its own group dedicated to geo-caching in Nebraska Nebraskache has more than 500 members of all ages throughout the state Their Yahoo and Facebook groups are members-only though all are welcome to join They post their favorite caches organize group outings and even share clues and tips to finding the ldquotreasurerdquo
Brady Holmes 37 an experienced cacher who works as a change-control technician for Dell in Lincoln started caching in 2011 ldquoFor me it was a way to start exercising I cached every other weekend and then I became extremely addicted and ended up caching every day for over 450 days My first year I found over 2000 cachesrdquo
Although that number is on the high end many people are hooked right from the start
Kia Itsen 38 an insurance industry staffer says itrsquos an adventure her whole family has loved since they first started in 2014 Her 10-year-old daughter is now finding the caches herself and loving every minute of it Itrsquos not the amount of finds that attracts her but rather where the journey takes them ldquoThere are many caches in Nebraska and geocaching takes me to so many places I would have never gone to otherwiserdquo
The activity has gotten so popular in Nebraska that the state recently won the bid for the 2015 Geocoinfest which will be held at Strategic Air and Space Museum in Ashland on Oct 3 This traveling event will offer sessions on geocaching while also having an expo for products and supplies as well as a kidsrsquo area to introduce children to the activity
So whether you go as a family with friends or out on your own geocaching is giving people an opportunity to experience new places while challenging them and leaving them wanting moreemsp
TIPS FOR THOSE NEW TO GEOCACHING
1 Join ldquoNebraskacherdquo on Face-book or through Yahoo groups Go to events where you can meet other people who geo-cache and would be interested in going together
2 Start simple Go for the big easy ones at first then stretch your abilities gradually
3 Bring a pen There are log sheets in the canisters and yoursquoll need something to sign your name with
4 The name of the cache is often a clue to its whereabouts
5 Canisters come in all sizes Sometimes it takes several trips to a place before catching on to how they are hidden
6 Learn the lingo bull DNF ndash Did Not Findbull DT ndash DifficultyTerrainbull FTF ndash First to Findbull Ground Zero ndash When you have reached your destination on a GPS
bull Muggle ndash Non-Geocacherbull SWAG ndash Stuff We All Get (whatrsquos left for the geocacher in the canister)
bull TOTT ndash Tools of the Trade
Adventures inGeocachingTHE GROWING SPORT TURNS A WALK IN THE PARK INTO A TREASURE HUNT
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp9
10emspHerFamily bull August 2015 omahamagazinecom
SPEAKING UP AS MAYOR OF BOYS TOWNJennifer Nguyen
HerFamily bull September 2015emsp11bestofomahacom
YOUNG HEROby April Christenson photography by Sarah Lemke
Jennifer Nguyen is bright and soft-spoken Sitting in the living room of her family teachersrsquo home on the Boys Town campus the high school senior thoughtfully considers her answer before explaining why she chose to run for mayor of Boys Town
ldquoThis is my homerdquo Jennifer says after a moment ldquoI want to give back to Boys Townrdquo
In May the 17-year-old was elected the 115th mayor of Boys Town Nguyen and Vice Mayor Tessa Miller are only the second female mayor-vice mayor duo in Boys Townrsquos history
Nguyen wants to serve the community her home since she was 12 that has done so much for her After she graduates from high school she would like to attend Wayne State College and study business The future looks bright but it wasnrsquot always quite like this
ldquoBEING ABLE TO ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS IS REALLY NEAT TO MErdquo -Jennifer Nguyen
ldquoIt was toughrdquo Nguyen says ldquoFor a while I wasnrsquot sure Irsquod get past junior yearrdquo
Her family teachers Scott and Kim Kavanaugh affirm her statement saying they have seen a remarkable change in her over the past four and a half years they have known her Like many kids her age Nguyen had trouble in school and her grades suffered but she turned things around in a remarkable way
ldquoWersquore just so proud of herrdquo Scott says ldquoShe strives for excellence in every-thing she does It was tough there for a while but now she gets upset when she gets a Brdquo emspgt
We you too
OmahaMagazine
Kidrsquos rodeo
tickets
start at $10
all kids receive free
cowboy hat
September 24
wwwaksarbenrodeocomseptember 24-27 I centurylink center
animal zoneopen daily
10 am - 7 pm
120th aksarben heritage parade
september 26 at 10 am
aksarben stock show
open daily 10 am - 7 pm
free family activities
12emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
ltemspStill when Nguyen first told them she wanted to run for mayor the Kavanaughs were a bit surprised Itrsquos a lengthy selective process Nguyen who has always been a little reserved and reluctant to speak up in a group would have to give a speech before the entire student body
ldquoWe asked her lsquoDo you really want to do thisrsquordquo Kim says
But Nguyen was sure
ldquoEver since we were in eighth grade my friends and I talked about itrdquo she explains It was something she really wanted and she was willing to put herself out there to accomplish it
With help from the Kavanaughs Nguyen got endorsements from her teachers and community director They created posters and pamphlets She prepared to address the entire student body And on May 5 the students voted and Nguyen was elected the 2015-2016 mayor of Boystown She says she hopes other students will see her as a positive example
ldquoBeing able to role model for others is really neat to merdquo she says
In addition to her new role as mayor Nguyen is captain of the soccer team and a member of the color guard student council junior ROTC and National Honors Society Even with a busy schedule of school and extracurricular activities she believes making time for service to others is important
ldquoJennifer has always been a person who gives backrdquo Scott says ldquoShe sees the needs of othersrdquo
Boys Town founder Edward J Flanagan conceived its student gov-ernment system as a way for students to build character citizenship and a sense of community In Nguyen that legacy lives on
ldquoI want to make Boys Town feel like home for all of the students and encourage everyone to get involvedrdquoemsp
YOUNG HERO CONTINUED
YMCA OF GREATER OMAHA wwwmetroymcaorg
REGISTER TO PLAY FALL BASKETBALL now through September 26 2015 Practices will begin the week of October 19
We have different leagues available depending on your childrsquos age and skill level
SPEND YOUR FALL AT THE YFALL 2 SWIM LESSONS September 27-November 7 2015
Member registration starts September 7
Non member registration starts September 11
Call your local YMCA or visit our website to register
Come see why
wasvoted
omahacmorg | OmaConservatory | facebookcomomahacm 4029324978 | 3504 S 108th St Omaha NE 68144
Now offering lessons inStrings bull Piano bull Voice bull Guitar bull Winds Brass bull Percussion bull Conducting bull CompositionUse code AUGWINDS15 to get $10 off the registration fee
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp13
Huevos Rancheros
14emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
sponsored content by Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center photography by copyBaldwin Publishing IncFOOD
Donrsquot Miss OurFALL OPEN HOUSE
August 28 10a-5p amp August 29th 8a-3p
NEW ADDRESS 217 N Jefferson St bull Papillion402-331-9136 bull papillionflowerpatchcom
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to your home
Thanks for voting us Best of Omahatrade
Professional Dance Education For All Ages Jazz bull Hip-Hop bull Lyrical bull Tap bull Ballet bull Pointe bull Modern bull Contemporary bull Dance TheaterWe allow students to develop skills to their optimum potential while challenging them to achieve higher levels of dance education
4024935671 bull onpointedancecentrecom 1812 N 120th Street Omaha Nebraska 68154
We were proud to participate in both the 2011 Macyrsquos Thanksgiving Day Parade and
2014 Capital One Bowl Halftime Show
Award Winning Competition Team
Register now for summer and fall classes
Birthdays bull Communities bull SchoolsChurches bull Corporate Events
$35 OFF
Your Movie EventWe bring a giant inflatable movie screen
amp all equipment to your location The kids will LOVE it the parents too
402-317-5225FunFlickscom
Have a Giant ScreenOutdoor Movie Night
SUBSCRIBE TODAY
Donrsquot miss a single issue of Omaha Magazine
omamagcomsave
JULYAUGUST bull 2014
war amp PeaceChuck Hagel battles for a future free of the quagmires of the past
OmaharsquostopDentiststradeBest of Omahatrade Campaign 2015
The Loyal Royal Alex GordonMalorie MaddoxOmaha Stories
trade
INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
is packed with protein and great flavoremsp
Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp15
PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
P r esenting S ponsors Bank of the West | Behlen Countr y | Kie wit Cor porat ion
TICKETSAdults start at $17
Kids start at $10
AKSARBENRODEOCOMor
1-800-745-3000
JUSTIN BOOTS CHAMPIONSHIPThursday Sept 24th - Friday Sept 25th
WRANGLERS CHAMPION CHALLENGE FINALESaturday Sept 26th
10emspHerFamily bull August 2015 omahamagazinecom
SPEAKING UP AS MAYOR OF BOYS TOWNJennifer Nguyen
HerFamily bull September 2015emsp11bestofomahacom
YOUNG HEROby April Christenson photography by Sarah Lemke
Jennifer Nguyen is bright and soft-spoken Sitting in the living room of her family teachersrsquo home on the Boys Town campus the high school senior thoughtfully considers her answer before explaining why she chose to run for mayor of Boys Town
ldquoThis is my homerdquo Jennifer says after a moment ldquoI want to give back to Boys Townrdquo
In May the 17-year-old was elected the 115th mayor of Boys Town Nguyen and Vice Mayor Tessa Miller are only the second female mayor-vice mayor duo in Boys Townrsquos history
Nguyen wants to serve the community her home since she was 12 that has done so much for her After she graduates from high school she would like to attend Wayne State College and study business The future looks bright but it wasnrsquot always quite like this
ldquoBEING ABLE TO ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS IS REALLY NEAT TO MErdquo -Jennifer Nguyen
ldquoIt was toughrdquo Nguyen says ldquoFor a while I wasnrsquot sure Irsquod get past junior yearrdquo
Her family teachers Scott and Kim Kavanaugh affirm her statement saying they have seen a remarkable change in her over the past four and a half years they have known her Like many kids her age Nguyen had trouble in school and her grades suffered but she turned things around in a remarkable way
ldquoWersquore just so proud of herrdquo Scott says ldquoShe strives for excellence in every-thing she does It was tough there for a while but now she gets upset when she gets a Brdquo emspgt
We you too
OmahaMagazine
Kidrsquos rodeo
tickets
start at $10
all kids receive free
cowboy hat
September 24
wwwaksarbenrodeocomseptember 24-27 I centurylink center
animal zoneopen daily
10 am - 7 pm
120th aksarben heritage parade
september 26 at 10 am
aksarben stock show
open daily 10 am - 7 pm
free family activities
12emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
ltemspStill when Nguyen first told them she wanted to run for mayor the Kavanaughs were a bit surprised Itrsquos a lengthy selective process Nguyen who has always been a little reserved and reluctant to speak up in a group would have to give a speech before the entire student body
ldquoWe asked her lsquoDo you really want to do thisrsquordquo Kim says
But Nguyen was sure
ldquoEver since we were in eighth grade my friends and I talked about itrdquo she explains It was something she really wanted and she was willing to put herself out there to accomplish it
With help from the Kavanaughs Nguyen got endorsements from her teachers and community director They created posters and pamphlets She prepared to address the entire student body And on May 5 the students voted and Nguyen was elected the 2015-2016 mayor of Boystown She says she hopes other students will see her as a positive example
ldquoBeing able to role model for others is really neat to merdquo she says
In addition to her new role as mayor Nguyen is captain of the soccer team and a member of the color guard student council junior ROTC and National Honors Society Even with a busy schedule of school and extracurricular activities she believes making time for service to others is important
ldquoJennifer has always been a person who gives backrdquo Scott says ldquoShe sees the needs of othersrdquo
Boys Town founder Edward J Flanagan conceived its student gov-ernment system as a way for students to build character citizenship and a sense of community In Nguyen that legacy lives on
ldquoI want to make Boys Town feel like home for all of the students and encourage everyone to get involvedrdquoemsp
YOUNG HERO CONTINUED
YMCA OF GREATER OMAHA wwwmetroymcaorg
REGISTER TO PLAY FALL BASKETBALL now through September 26 2015 Practices will begin the week of October 19
We have different leagues available depending on your childrsquos age and skill level
SPEND YOUR FALL AT THE YFALL 2 SWIM LESSONS September 27-November 7 2015
Member registration starts September 7
Non member registration starts September 11
Call your local YMCA or visit our website to register
Come see why
wasvoted
omahacmorg | OmaConservatory | facebookcomomahacm 4029324978 | 3504 S 108th St Omaha NE 68144
Now offering lessons inStrings bull Piano bull Voice bull Guitar bull Winds Brass bull Percussion bull Conducting bull CompositionUse code AUGWINDS15 to get $10 off the registration fee
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp13
Huevos Rancheros
14emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
sponsored content by Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center photography by copyBaldwin Publishing IncFOOD
Donrsquot Miss OurFALL OPEN HOUSE
August 28 10a-5p amp August 29th 8a-3p
NEW ADDRESS 217 N Jefferson St bull Papillion402-331-9136 bull papillionflowerpatchcom
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to your home
Thanks for voting us Best of Omahatrade
Professional Dance Education For All Ages Jazz bull Hip-Hop bull Lyrical bull Tap bull Ballet bull Pointe bull Modern bull Contemporary bull Dance TheaterWe allow students to develop skills to their optimum potential while challenging them to achieve higher levels of dance education
4024935671 bull onpointedancecentrecom 1812 N 120th Street Omaha Nebraska 68154
We were proud to participate in both the 2011 Macyrsquos Thanksgiving Day Parade and
2014 Capital One Bowl Halftime Show
Award Winning Competition Team
Register now for summer and fall classes
Birthdays bull Communities bull SchoolsChurches bull Corporate Events
$35 OFF
Your Movie EventWe bring a giant inflatable movie screen
amp all equipment to your location The kids will LOVE it the parents too
402-317-5225FunFlickscom
Have a Giant ScreenOutdoor Movie Night
SUBSCRIBE TODAY
Donrsquot miss a single issue of Omaha Magazine
omamagcomsave
JULYAUGUST bull 2014
war amp PeaceChuck Hagel battles for a future free of the quagmires of the past
OmaharsquostopDentiststradeBest of Omahatrade Campaign 2015
The Loyal Royal Alex GordonMalorie MaddoxOmaha Stories
trade
INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
is packed with protein and great flavoremsp
Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp15
PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
P r esenting S ponsors Bank of the West | Behlen Countr y | Kie wit Cor porat ion
TICKETSAdults start at $17
Kids start at $10
AKSARBENRODEOCOMor
1-800-745-3000
JUSTIN BOOTS CHAMPIONSHIPThursday Sept 24th - Friday Sept 25th
WRANGLERS CHAMPION CHALLENGE FINALESaturday Sept 26th
HerFamily bull September 2015emsp11bestofomahacom
YOUNG HEROby April Christenson photography by Sarah Lemke
Jennifer Nguyen is bright and soft-spoken Sitting in the living room of her family teachersrsquo home on the Boys Town campus the high school senior thoughtfully considers her answer before explaining why she chose to run for mayor of Boys Town
ldquoThis is my homerdquo Jennifer says after a moment ldquoI want to give back to Boys Townrdquo
In May the 17-year-old was elected the 115th mayor of Boys Town Nguyen and Vice Mayor Tessa Miller are only the second female mayor-vice mayor duo in Boys Townrsquos history
Nguyen wants to serve the community her home since she was 12 that has done so much for her After she graduates from high school she would like to attend Wayne State College and study business The future looks bright but it wasnrsquot always quite like this
ldquoBEING ABLE TO ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS IS REALLY NEAT TO MErdquo -Jennifer Nguyen
ldquoIt was toughrdquo Nguyen says ldquoFor a while I wasnrsquot sure Irsquod get past junior yearrdquo
Her family teachers Scott and Kim Kavanaugh affirm her statement saying they have seen a remarkable change in her over the past four and a half years they have known her Like many kids her age Nguyen had trouble in school and her grades suffered but she turned things around in a remarkable way
ldquoWersquore just so proud of herrdquo Scott says ldquoShe strives for excellence in every-thing she does It was tough there for a while but now she gets upset when she gets a Brdquo emspgt
We you too
OmahaMagazine
Kidrsquos rodeo
tickets
start at $10
all kids receive free
cowboy hat
September 24
wwwaksarbenrodeocomseptember 24-27 I centurylink center
animal zoneopen daily
10 am - 7 pm
120th aksarben heritage parade
september 26 at 10 am
aksarben stock show
open daily 10 am - 7 pm
free family activities
12emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
ltemspStill when Nguyen first told them she wanted to run for mayor the Kavanaughs were a bit surprised Itrsquos a lengthy selective process Nguyen who has always been a little reserved and reluctant to speak up in a group would have to give a speech before the entire student body
ldquoWe asked her lsquoDo you really want to do thisrsquordquo Kim says
But Nguyen was sure
ldquoEver since we were in eighth grade my friends and I talked about itrdquo she explains It was something she really wanted and she was willing to put herself out there to accomplish it
With help from the Kavanaughs Nguyen got endorsements from her teachers and community director They created posters and pamphlets She prepared to address the entire student body And on May 5 the students voted and Nguyen was elected the 2015-2016 mayor of Boystown She says she hopes other students will see her as a positive example
ldquoBeing able to role model for others is really neat to merdquo she says
In addition to her new role as mayor Nguyen is captain of the soccer team and a member of the color guard student council junior ROTC and National Honors Society Even with a busy schedule of school and extracurricular activities she believes making time for service to others is important
ldquoJennifer has always been a person who gives backrdquo Scott says ldquoShe sees the needs of othersrdquo
Boys Town founder Edward J Flanagan conceived its student gov-ernment system as a way for students to build character citizenship and a sense of community In Nguyen that legacy lives on
ldquoI want to make Boys Town feel like home for all of the students and encourage everyone to get involvedrdquoemsp
YOUNG HERO CONTINUED
YMCA OF GREATER OMAHA wwwmetroymcaorg
REGISTER TO PLAY FALL BASKETBALL now through September 26 2015 Practices will begin the week of October 19
We have different leagues available depending on your childrsquos age and skill level
SPEND YOUR FALL AT THE YFALL 2 SWIM LESSONS September 27-November 7 2015
Member registration starts September 7
Non member registration starts September 11
Call your local YMCA or visit our website to register
Come see why
wasvoted
omahacmorg | OmaConservatory | facebookcomomahacm 4029324978 | 3504 S 108th St Omaha NE 68144
Now offering lessons inStrings bull Piano bull Voice bull Guitar bull Winds Brass bull Percussion bull Conducting bull CompositionUse code AUGWINDS15 to get $10 off the registration fee
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp13
Huevos Rancheros
14emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
sponsored content by Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center photography by copyBaldwin Publishing IncFOOD
Donrsquot Miss OurFALL OPEN HOUSE
August 28 10a-5p amp August 29th 8a-3p
NEW ADDRESS 217 N Jefferson St bull Papillion402-331-9136 bull papillionflowerpatchcom
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to your home
Thanks for voting us Best of Omahatrade
Professional Dance Education For All Ages Jazz bull Hip-Hop bull Lyrical bull Tap bull Ballet bull Pointe bull Modern bull Contemporary bull Dance TheaterWe allow students to develop skills to their optimum potential while challenging them to achieve higher levels of dance education
4024935671 bull onpointedancecentrecom 1812 N 120th Street Omaha Nebraska 68154
We were proud to participate in both the 2011 Macyrsquos Thanksgiving Day Parade and
2014 Capital One Bowl Halftime Show
Award Winning Competition Team
Register now for summer and fall classes
Birthdays bull Communities bull SchoolsChurches bull Corporate Events
$35 OFF
Your Movie EventWe bring a giant inflatable movie screen
amp all equipment to your location The kids will LOVE it the parents too
402-317-5225FunFlickscom
Have a Giant ScreenOutdoor Movie Night
SUBSCRIBE TODAY
Donrsquot miss a single issue of Omaha Magazine
omamagcomsave
JULYAUGUST bull 2014
war amp PeaceChuck Hagel battles for a future free of the quagmires of the past
OmaharsquostopDentiststradeBest of Omahatrade Campaign 2015
The Loyal Royal Alex GordonMalorie MaddoxOmaha Stories
trade
INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
is packed with protein and great flavoremsp
Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp15
PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
P r esenting S ponsors Bank of the West | Behlen Countr y | Kie wit Cor porat ion
TICKETSAdults start at $17
Kids start at $10
AKSARBENRODEOCOMor
1-800-745-3000
JUSTIN BOOTS CHAMPIONSHIPThursday Sept 24th - Friday Sept 25th
WRANGLERS CHAMPION CHALLENGE FINALESaturday Sept 26th
We you too
OmahaMagazine
Kidrsquos rodeo
tickets
start at $10
all kids receive free
cowboy hat
September 24
wwwaksarbenrodeocomseptember 24-27 I centurylink center
animal zoneopen daily
10 am - 7 pm
120th aksarben heritage parade
september 26 at 10 am
aksarben stock show
open daily 10 am - 7 pm
free family activities
12emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
ltemspStill when Nguyen first told them she wanted to run for mayor the Kavanaughs were a bit surprised Itrsquos a lengthy selective process Nguyen who has always been a little reserved and reluctant to speak up in a group would have to give a speech before the entire student body
ldquoWe asked her lsquoDo you really want to do thisrsquordquo Kim says
But Nguyen was sure
ldquoEver since we were in eighth grade my friends and I talked about itrdquo she explains It was something she really wanted and she was willing to put herself out there to accomplish it
With help from the Kavanaughs Nguyen got endorsements from her teachers and community director They created posters and pamphlets She prepared to address the entire student body And on May 5 the students voted and Nguyen was elected the 2015-2016 mayor of Boystown She says she hopes other students will see her as a positive example
ldquoBeing able to role model for others is really neat to merdquo she says
In addition to her new role as mayor Nguyen is captain of the soccer team and a member of the color guard student council junior ROTC and National Honors Society Even with a busy schedule of school and extracurricular activities she believes making time for service to others is important
ldquoJennifer has always been a person who gives backrdquo Scott says ldquoShe sees the needs of othersrdquo
Boys Town founder Edward J Flanagan conceived its student gov-ernment system as a way for students to build character citizenship and a sense of community In Nguyen that legacy lives on
ldquoI want to make Boys Town feel like home for all of the students and encourage everyone to get involvedrdquoemsp
YOUNG HERO CONTINUED
YMCA OF GREATER OMAHA wwwmetroymcaorg
REGISTER TO PLAY FALL BASKETBALL now through September 26 2015 Practices will begin the week of October 19
We have different leagues available depending on your childrsquos age and skill level
SPEND YOUR FALL AT THE YFALL 2 SWIM LESSONS September 27-November 7 2015
Member registration starts September 7
Non member registration starts September 11
Call your local YMCA or visit our website to register
Come see why
wasvoted
omahacmorg | OmaConservatory | facebookcomomahacm 4029324978 | 3504 S 108th St Omaha NE 68144
Now offering lessons inStrings bull Piano bull Voice bull Guitar bull Winds Brass bull Percussion bull Conducting bull CompositionUse code AUGWINDS15 to get $10 off the registration fee
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp13
Huevos Rancheros
14emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
sponsored content by Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center photography by copyBaldwin Publishing IncFOOD
Donrsquot Miss OurFALL OPEN HOUSE
August 28 10a-5p amp August 29th 8a-3p
NEW ADDRESS 217 N Jefferson St bull Papillion402-331-9136 bull papillionflowerpatchcom
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to your home
Thanks for voting us Best of Omahatrade
Professional Dance Education For All Ages Jazz bull Hip-Hop bull Lyrical bull Tap bull Ballet bull Pointe bull Modern bull Contemporary bull Dance TheaterWe allow students to develop skills to their optimum potential while challenging them to achieve higher levels of dance education
4024935671 bull onpointedancecentrecom 1812 N 120th Street Omaha Nebraska 68154
We were proud to participate in both the 2011 Macyrsquos Thanksgiving Day Parade and
2014 Capital One Bowl Halftime Show
Award Winning Competition Team
Register now for summer and fall classes
Birthdays bull Communities bull SchoolsChurches bull Corporate Events
$35 OFF
Your Movie EventWe bring a giant inflatable movie screen
amp all equipment to your location The kids will LOVE it the parents too
402-317-5225FunFlickscom
Have a Giant ScreenOutdoor Movie Night
SUBSCRIBE TODAY
Donrsquot miss a single issue of Omaha Magazine
omamagcomsave
JULYAUGUST bull 2014
war amp PeaceChuck Hagel battles for a future free of the quagmires of the past
OmaharsquostopDentiststradeBest of Omahatrade Campaign 2015
The Loyal Royal Alex GordonMalorie MaddoxOmaha Stories
trade
INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
is packed with protein and great flavoremsp
Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp15
PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
P r esenting S ponsors Bank of the West | Behlen Countr y | Kie wit Cor porat ion
TICKETSAdults start at $17
Kids start at $10
AKSARBENRODEOCOMor
1-800-745-3000
JUSTIN BOOTS CHAMPIONSHIPThursday Sept 24th - Friday Sept 25th
WRANGLERS CHAMPION CHALLENGE FINALESaturday Sept 26th
YMCA OF GREATER OMAHA wwwmetroymcaorg
REGISTER TO PLAY FALL BASKETBALL now through September 26 2015 Practices will begin the week of October 19
We have different leagues available depending on your childrsquos age and skill level
SPEND YOUR FALL AT THE YFALL 2 SWIM LESSONS September 27-November 7 2015
Member registration starts September 7
Non member registration starts September 11
Call your local YMCA or visit our website to register
Come see why
wasvoted
omahacmorg | OmaConservatory | facebookcomomahacm 4029324978 | 3504 S 108th St Omaha NE 68144
Now offering lessons inStrings bull Piano bull Voice bull Guitar bull Winds Brass bull Percussion bull Conducting bull CompositionUse code AUGWINDS15 to get $10 off the registration fee
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp13
Huevos Rancheros
14emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
sponsored content by Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center photography by copyBaldwin Publishing IncFOOD
Donrsquot Miss OurFALL OPEN HOUSE
August 28 10a-5p amp August 29th 8a-3p
NEW ADDRESS 217 N Jefferson St bull Papillion402-331-9136 bull papillionflowerpatchcom
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to your home
Thanks for voting us Best of Omahatrade
Professional Dance Education For All Ages Jazz bull Hip-Hop bull Lyrical bull Tap bull Ballet bull Pointe bull Modern bull Contemporary bull Dance TheaterWe allow students to develop skills to their optimum potential while challenging them to achieve higher levels of dance education
4024935671 bull onpointedancecentrecom 1812 N 120th Street Omaha Nebraska 68154
We were proud to participate in both the 2011 Macyrsquos Thanksgiving Day Parade and
2014 Capital One Bowl Halftime Show
Award Winning Competition Team
Register now for summer and fall classes
Birthdays bull Communities bull SchoolsChurches bull Corporate Events
$35 OFF
Your Movie EventWe bring a giant inflatable movie screen
amp all equipment to your location The kids will LOVE it the parents too
402-317-5225FunFlickscom
Have a Giant ScreenOutdoor Movie Night
SUBSCRIBE TODAY
Donrsquot miss a single issue of Omaha Magazine
omamagcomsave
JULYAUGUST bull 2014
war amp PeaceChuck Hagel battles for a future free of the quagmires of the past
OmaharsquostopDentiststradeBest of Omahatrade Campaign 2015
The Loyal Royal Alex GordonMalorie MaddoxOmaha Stories
trade
INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
is packed with protein and great flavoremsp
Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp15
PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
P r esenting S ponsors Bank of the West | Behlen Countr y | Kie wit Cor porat ion
TICKETSAdults start at $17
Kids start at $10
AKSARBENRODEOCOMor
1-800-745-3000
JUSTIN BOOTS CHAMPIONSHIPThursday Sept 24th - Friday Sept 25th
WRANGLERS CHAMPION CHALLENGE FINALESaturday Sept 26th
Huevos Rancheros
14emspHerFamily bull September 2015 omahamagazinecom
sponsored content by Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center photography by copyBaldwin Publishing IncFOOD
Donrsquot Miss OurFALL OPEN HOUSE
August 28 10a-5p amp August 29th 8a-3p
NEW ADDRESS 217 N Jefferson St bull Papillion402-331-9136 bull papillionflowerpatchcom
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to your home
Thanks for voting us Best of Omahatrade
Professional Dance Education For All Ages Jazz bull Hip-Hop bull Lyrical bull Tap bull Ballet bull Pointe bull Modern bull Contemporary bull Dance TheaterWe allow students to develop skills to their optimum potential while challenging them to achieve higher levels of dance education
4024935671 bull onpointedancecentrecom 1812 N 120th Street Omaha Nebraska 68154
We were proud to participate in both the 2011 Macyrsquos Thanksgiving Day Parade and
2014 Capital One Bowl Halftime Show
Award Winning Competition Team
Register now for summer and fall classes
Birthdays bull Communities bull SchoolsChurches bull Corporate Events
$35 OFF
Your Movie EventWe bring a giant inflatable movie screen
amp all equipment to your location The kids will LOVE it the parents too
402-317-5225FunFlickscom
Have a Giant ScreenOutdoor Movie Night
SUBSCRIBE TODAY
Donrsquot miss a single issue of Omaha Magazine
omamagcomsave
JULYAUGUST bull 2014
war amp PeaceChuck Hagel battles for a future free of the quagmires of the past
OmaharsquostopDentiststradeBest of Omahatrade Campaign 2015
The Loyal Royal Alex GordonMalorie MaddoxOmaha Stories
trade
INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
is packed with protein and great flavoremsp
Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp15
PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
P r esenting S ponsors Bank of the West | Behlen Countr y | Kie wit Cor porat ion
TICKETSAdults start at $17
Kids start at $10
AKSARBENRODEOCOMor
1-800-745-3000
JUSTIN BOOTS CHAMPIONSHIPThursday Sept 24th - Friday Sept 25th
WRANGLERS CHAMPION CHALLENGE FINALESaturday Sept 26th
Donrsquot Miss OurFALL OPEN HOUSE
August 28 10a-5p amp August 29th 8a-3p
NEW ADDRESS 217 N Jefferson St bull Papillion402-331-9136 bull papillionflowerpatchcom
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to your home
Thanks for voting us Best of Omahatrade
Professional Dance Education For All Ages Jazz bull Hip-Hop bull Lyrical bull Tap bull Ballet bull Pointe bull Modern bull Contemporary bull Dance TheaterWe allow students to develop skills to their optimum potential while challenging them to achieve higher levels of dance education
4024935671 bull onpointedancecentrecom 1812 N 120th Street Omaha Nebraska 68154
We were proud to participate in both the 2011 Macyrsquos Thanksgiving Day Parade and
2014 Capital One Bowl Halftime Show
Award Winning Competition Team
Register now for summer and fall classes
Birthdays bull Communities bull SchoolsChurches bull Corporate Events
$35 OFF
Your Movie EventWe bring a giant inflatable movie screen
amp all equipment to your location The kids will LOVE it the parents too
402-317-5225FunFlickscom
Have a Giant ScreenOutdoor Movie Night
SUBSCRIBE TODAY
Donrsquot miss a single issue of Omaha Magazine
omamagcomsave
JULYAUGUST bull 2014
war amp PeaceChuck Hagel battles for a future free of the quagmires of the past
OmaharsquostopDentiststradeBest of Omahatrade Campaign 2015
The Loyal Royal Alex GordonMalorie MaddoxOmaha Stories
trade
INGREDIENTSbull 4 soft corn tortillas (6-inch diameter)bull 1 tsp olive oilbull 12 onion choppedbull 12 green bell pepper choppedbull 12 tsp ground cuminbull 1 cup no-salt-added black
beans rinsed and drainedbull 4 large eggsbull 14 cup shredded reduced-fat ched-
dar or Monterey Jack cheesebull 14 cup mild salsabull 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
PREPARATION1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees2 Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and
warm in the oven about 5 minutes (Cover with foil for softer tortillas)
3 In a skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot Add onion and sauteacute until softened about 2 minutes Add bell pepper and cumin and sauteacute for another 4 to 5 minutes or until bell pepper is softened Add the beans and cook until beans are heated through Transfer bean mixture to a bowl Set aside
4 Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cook-ing spray Break each egg into skillet and fry until just set about 1 minute
5 Remove tortillas from the oven keeping them on baking sheet Spoon some bean mixture onto each tor-tilla then top each with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of cheese Return to oven and bake until the cheese has melted about 6 minutes
6 Top each egg with 1 tablespoon of salsa and 12 tablespoon of cilantro
Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 torti-lla Calories 207 Fat 9g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 191mg Sodium 259mg Carbohydrates 22g Fiber 3g Protein 11g Yield 4 servings
Huevos rancheros is a Mexican eggs recipe Topped with cheese beans and salsa this gluten-free breakfast recipe
is packed with protein and great flavoremsp
Find more great recipes at HealthyKohlsKidscom The Healthy Kohlrsquos Kids program is a partnership between Childrenrsquos Hospital amp Medical Center and Kohlrsquos Department Stores to educate children and parents about healthy nutrition and fitness
bestofomahacom HerFamily bull September 2015emsp15
PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
P r esenting S ponsors Bank of the West | Behlen Countr y | Kie wit Cor porat ion
TICKETSAdults start at $17
Kids start at $10
AKSARBENRODEOCOMor
1-800-745-3000
JUSTIN BOOTS CHAMPIONSHIPThursday Sept 24th - Friday Sept 25th
WRANGLERS CHAMPION CHALLENGE FINALESaturday Sept 26th
PRCA photo by Mike Copeman
P r esenting S ponsors Bank of the West | Behlen Countr y | Kie wit Cor porat ion
TICKETSAdults start at $17
Kids start at $10
AKSARBENRODEOCOMor
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