PARISH PROFILE ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL CHURCH 9302 Blondo

PARISH PROFILE
ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL CHURCH
9302 Blondo St.
Omaha, NE 68134
allsaintsomaha.org
www.AllSaintsOmaha.com
(402) 393-8612
All Saints provides a rich and diverse community experience for all who seek a spiritual
home for their Christian faith. We are centered in the Anglican Communion as we draw
insights from Catholic, Protestant, and Evangelical traditions. We inspire all to worship and
glorify God. We strongly support our dedicated pastoral staff. All Saints excels in teaching
and health ministries, parish visitation, and outreach. We continue to have an impact on
the needs of the community and provide leadership and support to our diocese.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................ 3
WHO WE ARE .................................................................................................. 4
Staff ............................................................................................................ 4
Education ...................................................................................................... 5
Music Ministry ................................................................................................. 6
FINANCIAL PICTURE ........................................................................................... 7
FACILITIES ...................................................................................................... 8
ALL SAINTS DEMOGRAPHICS (2013) ......................................................................... 9
Service Organizations ...................................................................................... 10
Spiritual Organizations ..................................................................................... 10
Fellowship Organizations .................................................................................. 11
Women's Organizations..................................................................................... 11
Schedule and Events........................................................................................ 11
SUMMARY ..................................................................................................... 13
INFORMATION ON THE CITY OF OMAHA .................................................................. 14
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INTRODUCTION
All Saints is a strong, progressive and caring Episcopal Church with a rich history and a tradition of
leadership and commitment to its parishioners, to its Diocese and to its community. Located on a
beautiful 13 acre site in the geographical middle of Omaha, Nebraska. All Saints provides the word of
God to members who travel from all sections of metro Omaha. Our membership comes from all
backgrounds, economic strata and ethnicity. As the largest church in the Nebraska Diocese, All Saints
has historically taken a leadership role in Episcopal Church affairs both locally and nationally. Many
members of All Saints serve on Diocese committees and hold important positions on Diocese Boards.
All Saints has been a leader in the development of innovative programs which have been adopted by
other progressive Episcopal churches across the country. Programs such as our Health Ministry
program, which was started in the early 1990’s, has been a standard that others have adopted. The
Diaconal program at All Saints has ordained 10 Deacons in the last 15 years. The development of our
retreat center in 1973 and the All Saints Village in 1987 demonstrate the forward thinking which others
have come to expect of All Saints.
This Profile will provide an insight into All Saints, its people, activities, finances, facilities and its
challenges. It will provide useful information about the great city in which we live. It should give a very
comprehensive overview of one of the finest Episcopal churches in the nation.
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WHO WE ARE
We are a congregation of some 1,200 men and women of faith who are part of the worldwide Anglican
Communion.
We are committed to being an open community in which individuals can live out their lives in a faithfilled relationship with Jesus Christ through the appropriation of ancient Catholic tradition, Protestant
insight, and Evangelical commitment. We hope that our particular blend of these three great currents
of Christian faith will contribute to the creation of a desirable spiritual home for a diverse body of
believers.
Staff
Rector-In-The-Interim
Part-Time Associate-In-The-Interim
Director of Music Ministries
Music Associate
Ministry Coordinator
Lay Pastoral Assistant
Youth Minister
Dir of Christian Education
Program Assistant
Heath Ministries
Sudanese Leader
Parish Administrator
Facilities Manager
Financial Administrator
Sexton
Deacons
Rev. Judi A. Yeates
Rev. Jay Gabb
Dr. Laura Palmer
Jerry Gray
Jeremey Vogt
Judith Stribley
Liz Pettinger
Laurie Hamilton
Theresa Newell
Dn. Stephanie Ulrich, RN
Pageer (Joseph) Alaak
Jay Hooyboer
Tracy Peterson
Cassie Arneson
Dn. Bob Brown
Lynne Bacon
Bob Brown
Stephanie Ulrich
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Education
All Saint’s Christian Education Mission is to provide nurture, knowledge and formation for our children
(ages 0-18) which enable them to participate in the worshiping community to which they are called and
to go out from that community to practice in their daily life service, personal prayer and responsible
Christian behavior.
We use the ECC curriculum in our Pre-School Class through the 7th Grade. ECC is built on Scripture, The
Book of Common Prayer, Hymnal of 1982, Church Traditions, liturgy and history.
Confirmation classes are offered at All Saints for Seventh and Eighth Graders for 10-weeks each during
the fall and spring of the year.
The Journey to Adulthood program is a systematic curriculum within a complete youth program. This
program balances Bible study, prayer and both serious and playful activities to nurture the whole person
during the treacherous passage from childhood to adulthood.
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Rite-13 (Grades 8-9) curriculum assists young people as they take the first steps of passage away
from their families and into their own lives.
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J2A (Grades 10-11) strives to blend action and contemplation in teaching young people faithful
living. They are encouraged to participate in the church as teaching assistants in our Church School
program and to be a part of our Acolyte program.
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YAC (Grade12) Young Adults in the Church focuses on encouraging these older young people to
take on adult responsibilities in all aspects of parish life and the community.
We offer adult classes on topics ranging from Scripture study, questions of theology, and Christian
spirituality to Whole-Person Health and occasional courses on works of literary fiction. For those
interested in gaining a better understanding of the beliefs and practices of the Episcopal Church, we also
offer our ten-week Inquirers Class series three times a year.
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Music Ministry
Chancel Choir
All Saints Chancel Choir is an ensemble of mixed voices that prepare traditional and newer anthems in
addition to their ministry of leading congregational song. The Choir shares their musical offerings each
Sunday during the 10:30 a.m. worship service and for special liturgical occasions.
Handbell Choir
The Handbell Choir prepares a wide variety of literature. They participate in the 10:30 worship service
several Sundays each month and for special liturgical occasions.
Ministers of Music
The Ministers of Music provide musical leadership for the AxS contemporary service each Sunday at
9:00 a.m. An important aspect of their ministry is to lead congregational participation and to
introduce new praise song repertoire.
Choristers
Choristers prepare two-part anthems to share in worship once each month. This youth choir of 2 nd-8th
graders learn music skills and enjoy various activities to develop musicianship.
Exultation Ringers
Exultation Ringers play handbells and learn exciting ringing skills and techniques. This youth ensemble
of 6th-12th graders prepare music to ring in worship once each month.
Celebration Ringers
Celebration Ringers play handbells using a variety of activities to learn music and ring songs. This
youth ensemble of 2nd through 5th graders participate in worship once each month.
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FINANCIAL PICTURE
All Saints is blessed with a healthy balance sheet which reflects years of strong leadership and good
fiduciary management of the church’s assets. Over the years, All Saints has been able to establish and
grow an endowment fund which today exceeds $3,000,000 in value. The proceeds for this endowment
fund have come from generous donations and bequests of many parishioners. The endowment fund is
separated into the General Endowment Fund, which is unrestricted, and a number of restricted
endowment funds. The restricted funds include the Columbarium Fund, The Fund for Support of Clergy
and Staff, The Music Fund, The Scholarship Fund, The Parish Education Fund, The Trust for Health and
Elderly Ministry, The Institute for the Common Life at All Saints, and the Parish Aid Fund. Annually, the
earnings from these funds are used to support many activities and programs at All Saints.
The financial affairs of the church are handled by the rector and the Vestry. Specific budget numbers for
2015 will be updated in January. The investment of church assets is managed by the Finance Committee
which includes the rector, the church treasurer, one of the wardens, and at least two members with
professional knowledge and experience in financial management. The Finance Committee reports semiannually to the Vestry on the current status of the church’s investments.
In late January or early February each year, All Saints holds an annual parish meeting. At this meeting, a
report is made by the Senior Warden to the parish regarding the finances of the church. Reports from
the rector and assistants as well as other parish organizations are also made.
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FACILITIES
All Saints facilities are situated on a 13-acre site located at
9302 Blondo Street in central Omaha. The site contains
five separate structures.
The primary structure is the two-level church building
containing the main
sanctuary, the narthex,
a chapel, meeting rooms, a parish hall, and the church’s offices. The
sanctuary can seat over 600 people. This building is 38,000 square feet
in size and is in excellent physical condition. Two additions and a
number of remodeling projects have kept this building in top shape. A
capital campaign in 2010 allowed for the replacement of many
mechanical systems, the roof, and many other features within the facility.
In 1973, All Saints conducted a capital fund drive to raise the funds necessary to build a
retreat center. This facility is located immediately north of
the main structure, has two levels, and is 3,980 square feet.
The retreat center is used for many group retreats
throughout the year as well as for meetings and social
events. The retreat center is in excellent physical condition.
Just recently, the roof was replaced and the interior
renovated.
In the northeast corner
of the site is the All Saints Village. There are three
duplexes approximately 2,700 square feet each in size with
garages and basements. The first duplex was built in 1987
and the last duplex was finished in 2004. These are
retirement units for All Saints’ independent seniors.
Currently, there is a waiting list for the village. The village
is self-supporting.
In 2004, the Vestry purchased the neighboring property to the west. As this property ran the length of
the western property line, it was imperative for the church to acquire the property and thus control
what could potentially be built on it. The structures located on the property were demolished. This
action has improved the visibility of the church from Blondo Street and has provided the ground
necessary for future growth of the All Saints campus.
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ALL SAINTS DEMOGRAPHICS (2013)
All baptized members
All communicants in good standing
Sunday and Saturday evening Eucharist
Weekday Eucharist
Private Communions
Sunday and Saturday Evening attendance (average)
Total attendance
Total number receiving communion
Marriages
Burials
Baptisms
Confirmed and Received
Church school enrollment
Teachers and staff
Acolytes
Units in congregation
1,204
867
202
53
680
337
29,299
19,948
0
19
15
20
129
45
12
492
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GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONS
Service Organizations
Miller Park After School Program – This group supports children at Miller Park Elementary School in
North Omaha through the Christmas Angel Tree, holiday parties and field trips.
South Sudan Mission Group – Supports ministry to our South Sudanese brothers and sisters locally and in
our sister diocese of Twic East in South Sudan.
Habitat for Humanity – We have volunteers who provide labor on Habitat builds in North Omaha and
others who provide meals and drinks.
Flockfeeders are a group of parish volunteers who prepare and serve dinner at Siena-Francis House,
which provides services to the indigent, three times a month. Meal preparation and service is rotated
among members, so each volunteer prepares and serves approximately three meals a year.
His Helping Hands, which is a part of Men’s Ministries, is open to men of the parish who want to “Do
Unto Others” by participating in All Saints Church projects as directed by the Rector.
Lay Weeders – This faithful group works tirelessly to maintain the flower beds throughout our beautiful
campus.
We also support the Dean Fricke Pantry and the Mobile Food Panty with volunteers and donations.
Spiritual Organizations
Prayer Warriors is open to absolutely everyone--young, old, active or shut-in (all you need is the desire
to pray for others), Servants commit themselves on a yearly basis to daily intercessory prayer for the
needs of individuals in the parish, for the wider Church, and for the world.
Ministers of Care is a group of dedicated lay people who provide spiritual care to shut-ins through
regular visitations and offering communion from the reserve sacrament.
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Fellowship Organizations
The First Thursday Marching and Eating Society – This group meets on the first Thursday of each month
(September through May) at 6:30 PM in the retreat center. Put simply, this fun loving group of couples
and singles (ranging in age from 30 to 80) thrives on fellowship and good food. A potluck dinner buffet is
served, followed by a either a speaker or a video presentation on a topic of interest to members.
Women's Organizations
Altar Guild – this group, although mostly women, does include men. They take care of setting the altar
for the four services at All Saints every week. They meet on the third Tuesday of each month over the
lunch hour (except in the summer).
St. Mary’s Guild serves at parish wedding and anniversary receptions and occasionally undertakes
special projects for the parish. They meet on the second Wednesday of each month over the lunch hour
(except in the summer).
Naomi’s Guild – this group is a fellowship and support group for widows. They meet monthly.
Women’s Book Club – this group meets monthly to discuss a new fiction book.
Bunco – this fellowship group meets monthly to play bunco and have a meal together.
Schedule and Events
Saturday
5:00 PM Holy Eucharist, Rite II with Holy Eucharist
Sunday
8:00 AM Holy Eucharist, Rite I, with Holy Eucharist
9:00 AxS Contemporary Service with music and Holy Eucharist
9:45 AM Christian Formation for all ages
10:30 AM Holy Eucharist, Rite II with Choir and Holy Eucharist (nursery available)
Wednesday
Eucharist in Christ Chapel at 12:10 pm
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Numerous holiday and special services are held throughout the year. Additionally, a variety of events
serve to bring the parish together for fun, fellowship, and service. Among the special events are:
Spaghetti Supper – is organized by the Outreach Committee and all proceeds go to support our
outreach programs.
W2W – Welcome to Wednesdays – Monthly evening special worship services; such as, Blessing of
the Animals – On the Feast of St. Francis, Bluegrass Eucharist and 1800’s Evening Prayer.
Fall Rummage Sale – Sponsored by St. Mary’s guild, the rummage sales offer a great way for
parishioners and members of the community to clean out their closets or purchase gently used
clothing and household items. Proceeds fund a number of projects.
Book Sale – The book sale is sponsored by E.C.W. with proceeds funding the Church Periodical
Club.
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SUMMARY
All Saints Episcopal Church is a thriving, active parish located in a family-friendly and culturally diverse
city.
The preceding pages provide a snapshot of who we are currently and where we hope to be in the future.
If you believe you have the faith, experience, and ability to help us attain our goals, we encourage you
to submit your information.
Thank you and God Bless.
INFORMATION ON THE CITY OF OMAHA
If you've lived in Omaha, or if you've spent
any amount of time here, you know what
makes this city great - It has all the
amenities of a big-market city, with the
benefits of a small town. Omaha offers a
low cost of living with lots of job
opportunities; a great education system
and a low crime rate; excellent
entertainment opportunities and short
commute times. Discover how living in
Omaha can bring you one of the best
environments for families in the nation.
That's not just because we say so.
Parenting Magazine has named Omaha
one of the top ten cities in the nation for
raising a family. If you're interested in
learning more, please continue with the
tour. We think you might be surprised at
what you find out about our city.
Right in the center of the United States! It's generally less than four hours by
plane to either coast. Omaha is strategically located at the intersection of
Interstates 80 and 29, in addition 12 other highways converge in the area.
Omaha is a booming metropolitan area of 723,210. Over one million people
reside within a 50-mile radius of the city, making Omaha a regional trade and
transportation center. More than 20% of the US population is within a day's
drive of Omaha. The nearly 2,500 square mile Omaha metropolitan statistical
area (MSA) consists of five counties - Cass, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington in
Nebraska and Pottawattamie in Iowa. The City of Omaha sits on the Nebraska
side of the Missouri River and is the 43rd largest city in the nation.
Local terrain consists of gently rolling hills along the Missouri River, which
continue into the surrounding suburban communities. Omaha has a continental
climate - relatively warm summers and cold dry winters. According to the
National Climatic Data Center, most of the precipitation in Omaha occurs from
April through September in the form of showers or thunderstorms in the evening
hours.
Lions and tigers and ….airplanes?…..Western art? ….opera? Oh yes! In addition
to the lions and tigers and bears at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo, there are many
other attractions unique to the Omaha area. The community has a wide array of
parks, museums, historical sites and entertainment areas that are reasonably
priced and open year-round. The Henry Doorly Zoo is one of the region's most
popular attractions, with attendance reaching 1.6 million annually. This worldclass zoo sits on 130 acres and is home to more than 600 species and 18,600
specimens. Included among the numerous exhibits is the world's largest indoor
rainforest - the Lied Jungle, a collection of rare white tigers, the largest saltwater
aquarium between Chicago and San Francisco, the world's second largest
freeflight aviary, a Desert Biome (The world's largest geodesic dome) and an
IMAX theater.
There are a number of museums in the area
featuring transportation, art and various
historical collections. The Strategic Air & Space
Museum has more than 30 aircraft on display
and an extensive array Strategic Air & Space of
flight and military museum memorabilia. The
Joslyn Art Museum houses an extensive
collection of art, including a special collection of
western art, has numerous traveling exhibits and
serves as a cultural center for recitals, concerts
and lectures. The Omaha Children's Museum is
known for its "hands-on" exhibits and science
center. The Durham Western Heritage Museum
houses the area's history and the impressive
Union Pacific Railroad collection. There are many other museums featuring the
area's historical and ethnic heritage.
Omaha's performing arts include a professional opera and symphony, a large
theater community, as well as a number of traveling performances throughout
the year. Opera Omaha is an internationally recognized professional company
that presents full-scale productions each season. There are over 15 active
theater companies in the area. The Omaha Community Playhouse is the largest
community theater in the nation.
Sports and recreation are year-round activities in Omaha too. The City of Omaha
administers 10,500 acres of parkland for individual and team sport enjoyment.
Several state parks are within an hour drive of Omaha for camping, fishing and
other outdoor activities. Omaha has one the nation's highest per capita levels of
participation in softball and golf. There are also numerous opportunities to
watch collegiate and professional sports teams throughout the year.
"Omaha is the hub, if not the Mecca of the burgeoning information technology
services industry," said Dr. Wiley McKinzie, dean of the College of Applied
Science and Technology at Rochester Institute of Technology, in Rochester, New
York. About 50,000 Omahans work in the 1,000 small and large information,
data-processing and telecommunications companies involved in a host of
services: investing, credit cards, long-distance telephone service, computer
outsourcing, telemarketing and many more. Estimates are that over 20 million
people call Omaha every day. "It's a new industry," adds McKinzie. "I don't
know any part of the country where it's so concentrated, in terms of the amount
and the spectrum of activities, as in Omaha. This is a unique phenomenon." U.S.
News and World Report said, "The city on the Missouri River has emerged as a
big telecommunications and computing hub, while preserving its traditional
strengths...Omaha is benefiting not only because it sits astride major East West
and North-South fiber-optic lines, but also because it has a backup phone
switching center for the entire city." (Sept. 1, 1997).
Omaha, while large enough to offer a surprisingly broad array of "big city" advantages, is
small enough to escape many of the accompanying "big city" ills. The area's high quality
environment, including diverse recreational and cultural activities, guarantees a desired
lifestyle for natives and newcomers alike. Independent studies by urban researchers
frequently rank Omaha well above other cities of its size and larger in the qualities and
amenities that contribute to pleasant living. What cannot be quantified, however, is the
friendliness and caring of Nebraskans. An openness, a friendly attitude, and an ethic of
hard work gives Omaha that Old Market Passageway extra edge, a quality of life that is
hard to match. Naturally most Omahans feel the area is a great place to live.
Many other national publications have seconded that notion.
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Parenting Magazine has named Omaha one of the top ten cities in the nation for
raising a family.
Omaha consistently ranks in the top 20% of best places to live as rated by Places
Rated Almanac (42nd out of 354 metro areas).
REDBOOK magazine named Omaha as one of the best cities in the nation for
working mothers.
Zero Population Growth, a non-profit group, measured five environmental
indicators in 204 cities nationwide. Omaha tied for third in ZPG's ranking of the
nation's least stressful cities.
The State of Nebraska consistently ranks among the best in the nation in the
comprehensive annual "Most Livable State Award" published by Morgan Quinto.
Kids Count Data Book ranks Nebraska as the fourth best state to raise children in.
Omaha has a dynamic and diverse economy. Employment and business
establishments have seen steady growth over the past several years. Currently,
the metro area’s non-farm labor workforce tops 424,150.
The economy is well diversified – no employment sector accounts for more than
33% of total jobs. Omaha is the home of five Fortune 500 headquarters –
ConAgra, Berkshire Hathaway, Mutual of Omaha, Peter Kiewit and Union Pacific.
There are also more than two dozen insurance companies headquartered in
Omaha. About half of the over twenty telemarketing / reservation / direct
response centers operating in Omaha also have their corporate headquarters
located in the metro area. In total, over 19,300 business establishments operate
in the Omaha metropolitan area. Omaha’s strategic location in the “heartland”
of the nation enables our businesses to reach regional and national markets
efficiently. Omaha has long been an area trade, agriculture and transportation
center. From a consumer standpoint, there are over one million people within a
50-mile radius of Omaha and 50 million (20% of the US population) within the
overnight market. From a manufacturing view, over 18 percent of the nation’s
manufacturers are within a 500-mile radius of Omaha. Truck and rail transit
times average 2 to 3 days from Omaha to the majority of the country.
Projections point to steady growth in Omaha well into the 21st century.
Omaha prides itself on the excellence and breadth of its
educational resources. A full range of educational opportunities
is available in Omaha, from preschool through adult continuing
education programs. Education is a community commitment in
Omaha.
Established in 1991 as a national model, OMAHA 2000 is a
community-wide effort of business, education,
government, civic organizations, and families
working together to establish an environment
where excellence in education is the norm.
More than 1,000 volunteers are currently
active in programs designed to develop
educational excellence in early childhood, the
K-12 system, transition school-to-work, postsecondary and continuing education. The
OMAHA 2000 Early Childhood Education Initiative, designed to
support the development of high quality early childhood
education across the entire metropolitan Omaha area, is one
example of OMAHA 2000 at work. A model early childhood
center was designed to demonstrate high quality curriculum,
parental involvement and professional development. A new
state-of-the-art center was dedicated in January 2000 and serves
as a learning laboratory for colleges and the community as a
whole.
There are approximately 123,400 students in public and 20,640
students enrolled in private K-12 schools in the Omaha
metropolitan area. There is a firm commitment to a quality
education for all children. Area school districts offer a full range
of programs in the area of special education, as well as gifted
programs and advanced placement classes.
Nebraska can boast of consistently high graduation rates. The
graduation rate for Nebraska schools is just over 91 percent,
which places them first in the nation. Nebraska also ranks third
in the nation for the number of high school graduates entering
college.
The metropolitan Omaha area offers a total of eleven colleges
and universities with a combined enrollment of 44,800. There
are also over 40 vocational/technical schools in the area. Two
major medical schools are located in Omaha at the University of
Nebraska Medical Center and Creighton University, as well as two
pharmacy schools, a school of dentistry, a school of Law and
many other health related professional schools.
While there is so much to see and do in
Omaha, many things can be purchased
at a cost below the national average.
Omaha consistently ranks 8-10% below
the national average in terms of cost of
living. Omaha is also consistently
among the 100 most affordable housing
markets in the nation according to the
National Association of Home Builders.
There are variety of housing options in
the Omaha metro area – new
construction, traditional suburban
homes, downtown lofts, brick Tudors in
older neighborhoods, acreages and
farms are all within a 30 minute drive of
downtown Omaha.
There are also many multi-family
options throughout the Omaha area. An
estimated 72,000 multi-family units are
in the metro area, averaging a 6 percent
vacancy rate. Rents average $441 for an
efficiency / studio, $516 for a one
bedroom, $669 for a two bedroom and
$815 for a three bedroom apartment.
In addition to the many tourist attractions in Omaha, there is a
huge variety of entertainment possibilities in the city.
If your interest is in performing arts, you have several options.
The Omaha Symphony season includes 12 Symphony, 12 Pops
and six Chamber concerts and is regarded as one of the finest
regional orchestras in the nation. The Symphony's Chamber
Orchestra presents a "Mainly Mozart" matinee series in the
Joslyn Art Museum's Witherspoon Concert Hall and an evening
series held on the University of Nebraska at Omaha campus.
Opera Omaha presents professional full-scale productions which
are consistently included in the New York Times and Wall Street
Journal reviews. The Omaha Broadway Theater Season is a joint
venture which brings national touring casts for five major
Broadway and London West End productions to the Omaha stage
annually. The area is also host to a number of touring
productions and musicians throughout the year. Omaha also
features a very active theater community with plenty of
opportunity for involvement.
If you're more into the club scene, Omaha's variety will surely
surprise you. From technoindustrial rock clubs to swing-jazz, you
can almost certainly find a place to suit you. Omaha also has an
impressive local music scene featuring music from traditional
Irish folk to rock and blues. Virtually every night of the week, you
can head out and enjoy great performances. The national acts
311 and Mulberry Lane both started in Omaha.
During the summer, Omaha offers 12 free Shakespeare
performances, which are held at a natural amphitheater. The
festival, called Shakespeare on the Green, has built a reputation
throughout the world.
Also held during the summer is Jazz on the Green, a free
performance of jazz held on the lawn outside of the Josyln art
museum. The event attracts thousands each year.
If you enjoy an active, outdoor lifestyle, Omaha can
accommodate. There are many recreation leagues you could join
from typical sports like softball and volleyball to the unusual,
such as curling. Omaha also has many trails for hiking, biking and
horseback riding.
If you're looking to head out to the movies, Omaha has more
than 100 movie screens, including two 20+ screen multiplex
theaters.
As you can see, there is plenty of opportunity for entertainment
in Omaha. The city offers much more than you might expect.
For checking out our city tour. Please browse through the rest of
our site for more detailed information about the city.
To request a copy of the Guide to Greater Omaha, maps or
newcomer information, contact Jackie Hegarty at
[email protected] or call 402.346.5000.
If you are planning to visit Omaha and want to plan your activities
ahead of time, check out the Greater Omaha Convention and
Visitor's Bureau website at www.visitomaha.com.