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Room Escape Games in Omaha

Have you ever tried a “room escape” game? In these activities, a group of friends is locked inside a room filled with puzzles and hidden clues that they have to solve in order to escape before the time runs out and certain (fictional) doom falls upon them. Most teams don’t make it. Will you? Check out this great video for an explanation on how fun room escape games can be. Meanwhile, we’ve gathered together a list of a few places in Omaha where residents of Spaces apartments can go for an exciting room escape adventure, along with some Yelp reviews to let you know a bit about what you can expect. If you go, let us know in the comments how it went! Entrap Games “Wow!! This was the most amazing night my husband and I have ever had In 12 years! It's challenging, fast [paced], high adrenaline fun. Having to put the clues together to escape was harder than we expected. They do not disappoint in the creativity and puzzles. Clues are strewn everywhere for you to figure out and piece it together. We will be back again to complete every room. We did off limits today. We absolutely 100% recommend this to [anyone]. You leave being mind blown that you've never had this experience before. Fun date night, company building or any type of challenge seeker. Go! You won't regret it. [Also,] the $5 military discount is an extra bonus. Thank you Entrap Games for the best night.” — Renee Y. The Escape Omaha “My experience at the Escape Omaha was fantastic! I cannot wait until I can come back again! We [were] in a room that looked like a [Soviet] bunker and we had to escape before it blew up or something. There were 6 in my group and we were in a beginners room, we escaped with about 20 min left out of the hour they give you. We worked together as a team to solve the clues that gave us access to unlock several props that all led us to the code to unlock the door. The room was very realistic, apart from the [cheering,] we could hear from the room next to us when they escaped. [Of course,] we were actually able to leave whenever we wanted with the emergency exit, but if you leave the room you were not able to come back. It was a ton of fun!” — Vanessa M.

Celebrate National Comic Book Day

Later this month, on the 25th, is National Comic Book Day! How long has it been since you read a comic book? A week? A year? Decades? Maybe even… never? Well, however long it has been, why not take advantage of the upcoming holiday to pick up a great story or two? There are a number of places that you can pick up comics in the area. One of the closest is the W. Dale Clark Library , not too far from us here at Spaces Apartments. If you find something you really love there and just have to own, or if you want a wider selection, or if you want some great recommendations from someone who knows comics really well, it might be worth it to head over to Legend Comics & Coffee or Comic City . Not sure where to start reading? Well, we’ve got some recommendations for a variety of great stories: Daredevil: The Man Without Fear Taunted and tormented by children while growing up, Matt's life was irrevocably altered after he was blinded by radioactive materials while saving the life of an old man. The payoff? An unbreakable will and a keen intelligence, helping focus the super-senses he was blessed with during the accident. Batgirl Vol. 1: The Darkest Reflection Barbara Gordon is finally back as Batgirl! The nightmare-inducing brute known as Mirror is destroying the lives of Gotham City citizens seemingly at random. Will Barbara be able to survive her explosive confrontation with this new villain, as well as facing dark secrets from her past? A new chapter in the riveting adventures of Batgirl continue in stunning fashion, with [a] script by fan-favorite Gail Simone and stellar art by superstar Ardian Syaf! Brandon Sanderson’s White Sand On the planet of Taldain, the legendary Sand Masters harness arcane powers to manipulate sand in spectacular ways. But when they are slaughtered in a sinister conspiracy, the weakest of their number, Kenton, believes himself to be the only survivor. With enemies closing in on all sides, Kenton forges an unlikely partnership with Khriss -- a mysterious Darksider who hides secrets of her own.

Preparing to Go on Vacation, Part II

Taking time to make adequate preparations will ensure your vacation goes smoothly without unnecessary glitches. In today’s blog we have some additional ideas to help you get ready to head out and relax. Preparing Your Spaces Apartment for Vacation Time Take the time to clean your apartment before you go. Not only will you enjoy coming home to a clean apartment, but you can prevent health issues from becoming a problem. Before you leave be sure to clean out the refrigerator, take out the trash, and ensure there are not wet clothes in the washer (in fact, leave the lid up while you are away). Start packing several days before your trip, and use a checklist . Check the weather report for your destination so you will be prepared with appropriate clothing. Unplug appliances that don’t need to function while you are away, adjust thermostats, close the curtains, and set a timer for the lights. Stop by the bank to get cash, including a variety of smaller bills to use for tips and incidentals. Do not pack money, credit cards, or other valuables in your checked baggage. Divide your money and credit cards into separate places; that way if something happens you will have reserves. Confirm your reservations a few days before you head out; this way nasty surprises are less likely to occur. Prepare the Night Before You Leave Charge it. Be sure to completely charge your cell phone, notebook, ipad, and other electronic devices. If you have a portable charger, make sure it’s charged too. Download ebooks, music, movies, etc. while you have reliable wifi service and don’t have to pay data charges. Pay any bills that will fall due while you are on vacation; you don’t want to end up with extra charges because you forgot to pay. That’s it! Get a good night’s sleep, and in the morning before you leave, make your bed with fresh linens. When you arrive home, travel weary and ready to sleep in your own bed; it will be delightful to slip between the bliss of clean sheets. Safe travels, and thanks for reading today’s blog post.

Preparing to Go on Vacation, Part I

August. The traditional month to take a summer vacation. Whether you are staying relatively close to Omaha or headed to the other side of Nebraska, or elsewhere, we’ve got some ideas about how to effectively prepare for leaving and coming home from your vacation in this month’s blog posts. Preparing to Leave on Vacation We tend to spend a lot of time planning our vacations, but sometimes we miss a few bits of paperwork that can come back to bite us, so don’t forget to: Make a color copy of your passport. Having a copy could be helpful in case you lose the original. Also, use your cell phone and take pictures of your driver’s license, your prescriptions for contacts or eyeglasses as well as medication, and any other important document. Call your bank and credit card company to let them know you will be traveling so you don’t end up with frozen accounts due to suspected fraud. If you are relying on public transit for your trip, prepare ahead of time. Check out schedules and the cost of fares. Before you leave, put the number for a cab company in your phone, or download the app for Uber or Lyft if they are available in the city you are visiting; doing so could prevent you from being stranded in an unfamiliar place. Make reservations ahead of time for restaurants, shows, and lodging when you are able to. It is easier to do the research ahead of time in the comfort of your Spaces Apartment where you can easily check reviews and make comparisons. Perhaps give Airbnb or VRBO a look. Prepare an itinerary and leave it with a family member or friend. Make arrangements for someone to pick up your mail, water your plants, and feed your pet (or make boarding arrangements). Stay tuned! In our next blog post we will share ways to prepare your apartment for your vacation. Where is your favorite vacation destination? Please feel free to share in the comments.

How to Tell a Perfect Story

Storytelling has long been considered an art in and of itself. While anyone can tell a story, it takes great skill to captivate audiences and convey a message. Whether this is done through words, art, or images, a compelling story takes a great deal of craft. To truly understand everything needed to convey a story well, one must take a look at the storytellers popular today. Theres an event in Omaha, NE thats already been in full swing this month that youll definitely want to check out if you love stories or hope to be a potential storyteller yourself. So take a break from Spaces Apartments in the next few weeks to check in at Storytelling at KANEKO. You can read more about their event below, or at their website ! About The art of storytelling takes as many forms as there are storytellers. From the classic modes of storytelling the written, drawn, and spoken word to the captivating movement of film and the art and design of visualizing information in this new world of nearly unlimited data. As a distinctive human trait, storytelling permeates all aspects of our daily lives. Found in cultures throughout history, storytelling is how we share and create meaning with one another. KANEKO will celebrate the evolutionary, emotional, and creative benefits of this sacred and honored tradition. Storytelling at KANEKO explores the creative process of storytelling and how design informs both the content and context in which stories are conveyed. Literature, illustration, cartooning, comics, theatre, dance, folklore, archiving, oral histories, photography, and film are among the forms of storytelling highlighted in this exhibition and its ancillary programs. Events and Workshops July 21 Mauro Fiore: Writing with Light July 23 TBD. Dance Collective: Meaning in Movement Aug 12 MAD About Storytelling, MAD Magazine Panel Aug 26 UNO Womens Archive Project Reception Aug 2 Professional Development for Poets Workshops Have you had any experiences with storytelling? Let us know in the comment section below!

Shakespeare Outdoors

In Omaha, Shakespeare has been associated with summer for several years now. Its all thanks to Shakespeare on the Green, a fantastic troupe thats been providing amazing performances for free annually in the Elmwood Park. If youre looking for a great way to get to know our neighborhood around Spaces Apartments, this is a fantastic opportunity to explore everything nearby while experiencing some on stage classics! Best of all, its free to anyone who wishes to attend. Heres some further information about Nebraska Shakespeare Festival, Inc. who hosts and presents the Shakespeare on the Green performances: Nebraska Shakespeare Festival, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that was founded in September 1986 and performed its inaugural Shakespeare on the Green production in June of 1987. At Nebraska Shakespeare, we believe that Shakespeares life-affirming works are essential to broadening the cultural and educational environments of our community and strive to produce innovative professional Shakespeare productions and educational forums. Our vision is to find ways to make Shakespeare a part of our society beyond the literature and drama classrooms and, for this reason, we provide opportunities for continued interaction and learning about the bard that are both free and accessible to a diverse audience. We are focused on delivering experiences that are true to the text and intent of Shakespeare while creatively and dynamically relevant to contemporary life. Our success is achieved through collaboration with Creighton University, University of Nebraska at Omaha, the City of Omaha, generous benefactors, talented artists, seasoned staff and 200+ dedicated volunteers. We currently serve 50,000 individuals through quality theatrical performances and educational forums including Shakespeare on the Green, our fall performance and educational tour encompassing over 35 communities throughout Nebraska and Western Iowa, Camp Shakespeare for students ages 8 to 18, Music Alive!, a collaborative performance for Middle and High Schools students in cooperation with the Omaha Symphony and a sonnet writing contest for students and adults. Be sure to check their website for their full schedule of performances. Whats your favorite Shakespeare production? Let us know in the comments below!