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It isn’t always easy to find an amazing place to eat in Omaha. While our city is packed with great restaurants, finding the true gems can be difficult. Luckily the internet has made locating the corners with truly memorable stops all the easier. We’ve put together a short list of three places right near Spaces Apartments that are June must-tries for anyone into food. Best of all, they’re all local spots, so you’ll be supporting the community! (Reviews courtesy of Yelp.) The Drover “This is easily one of the best places in Omaha for a steak. It's an old-school place with a casual feel. It's got a dark atmosphere with western decor. Service is attentive and friendly, but it's not an upscale place with upscale-type service. Either arrive right when they open or make reservations. The wine list is decent. There's some good offerings by the glass. There's several appetizer options. There's numerous daily specials. With each steak, you automatically get soup or salad bar and a side (baked potato, fries, etc.). And, of course, there's complimentary bread. The salad bar was scanty and lackluster. Had I realized, I probably would've opted for the soup instead. Choosing a steak was difficult. So many options! I finally settled on one of the daily specials, a bone-in NY strip. You can get your steak plain or whiskied, their specialty. Why would you do anything other than their special way with whiskey? The steak was delicious and cooked perfectly. The steaks are the star here by far. All in all, a good meal was had here. If you're wanting a real Omaha steak, this is the place to come.” - Samantha G. Blue & Fly Asian Kitchen “Stopped by Blue and Fly for lunch today. It's been on my list for a while and I wanted something different from the places I usually go. Decor was clean and classy, service moved smoothly. I had the lunch portion of Hot and Crispy Chicken with steamed rice and egg drop soup for $5.95. The soup came with crispy noodles which was a nice touch. I'm usually a little hesitant about fried dishes at Chinese places because I've gotten some sketchy cuts and soggy bits before, but the chicken was wonderful - nice big chunks with a light, crispy batter. The sauce was a sweet chili base with a little kick and the portion size was perfect. I did find the fancy chopsticks a little unwieldy at first (the porcelain ends changed the weight a little) but quickly got the hang of them. All in all a great deal! For more adventurous eaters there's plenty of authentic Chinese dishes on the menu as well. No fortune cookies here, but a cute little candy came with my tab. I'll definitely be back!” - Layne G. Lalibela Ethiopian Restaurant “I saw this place quite a while ago and made a mental note that I wanted to go try it sometime, but forgot about it. We had a friend in town visiting, he saw it on Yelp and wanted to go. Having not eaten Ethiopian before, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I was excited to give it a try. We went with a combination platter. They make it for 2 people, but they were nice enough to just scale it up for the 3 of us for a small extra charge. I honestly don't know what most of the food was, but it was excellent. There wasn't anything on the plate I didn't like. It was a great value. For less than $8/person, we were all able to get absolutely stuffed. I highly recommend Lalibela and look forward to going back many times.” - Matthew D. What’s your favorite restaurant around town? Let us know in the comment section below!

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Omaha is full of amazing performing art centers, but the Orpheum Theater might take the cake. Just a short drive away from Spaces Apartments, this cornerstone of cultural history was constructed in 1927. Today it showcases some of the best live acts visiting our town, with new acts and performances cropping up weekly. We invite all our residents to pick out an upcoming show and indulge in this magnificent theater. To see the upcoming shows and to buy tickets, simply visit the Ticket Omaha page here . You can also read more about the Orpheum Theater and the Omaha Performing Arts organization on this page . Below we’ve listed the next three upcoming acts for Orpheum. Check them out today! The Book of Mormon The New York Times calls it "the best musical of the century." The Washington Post says, "It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals." And Entertainment Weekly says, "Grade A: the funniest musical of all time." Jimmy Fallon of "The Tonight Show" calls it "Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal." It's THE BOOK OF MORMON , the nine-time Tony Award®-winning Best Musical. Ron White Ron White aka Tater Salad is back! You won't want to miss the original cigar smoking, scotch drinking, outrageously funny Blue Collar Comedian for an evening of hilarious storytelling & side-splitting standup. Please note: Ron smokes a cigar and drinks scotch on stage. The show runs approximately 100 minutes. There is an opening act. There is no intermission. The show is for mature audiences. Diana Ross One of the most iconic female singers of all time, Diana Ross will perform in Omaha for the first time in over 30 years. Her musical repertoire encompasses R&B, soul, pop, disco and jazz, and includes such famous songs as “Stop! In The Name of Love,” “Where Did Our Love Go,” “You Keep Me Hangin’ On,” “You Can’t Hurry Love,” and “Endless Love,” which remains one of the most successful duets in pop history. Her lustrous career was celebrated by the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors in 2007 and the Grammys acknowledged her with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012. The Guinness Book of Records has named her the “Most Successful Female Vocalist of All Time.” Diana Ross helped shape the sound of popular music and continues to perform as one of the most identifiable, unique, beloved and influential singers of successive pop generations. What are you looking forward to seeing the most in Omaha this year? Let us know in the comments below!

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The heat is on the rise this May here in Omaha, NB. Luckily, at Spaces Apartments we have the best cure for the heat. Our sparkling swimming pool is one our favorite resident features and offers a fantastic place to relax during the summer. Why not check it out with some friends or family this weekend? And while enjoying the water, there’s an excess of classic pool games to try out to amp up the fun! Of course, please remember to be respectful and keep pool rules in mind while trying out one of these games; but make sure to have some fun! Invisi-bottle All you need is an empty and clear two-liter plastic bottle for this one. Fill the bottle with some pool water and then line all players up on the edge of the pool. One player throws in the bottle, and when the splash is heard the rest must turn around and try to find it. While it may not seem difficult, the bottle blends far more with the pool than you might expect! Shark in the Pool Similar to tag, this game is one of the few that allows players to freely move in and out of the water. One player takes the role of the shark and attempts to tag any in the water. If the shark gets someone, they become the new shark. Being true to the name can add some more fun, as adding a snorkel and fins to the shark player amps up the game. And remember, players outside of the pool can only remain on land for 5 seconds to keep things fair. Freeze Tag — Water Edition A variation of the on-foot freeze tag,this game consists of one person being and remaining ‘it’. They then begin to chase down others, freezing them with a touch. Players frozen must remain immobile. However, if a player is underwater they cannot be tagged ‘it’, and if they swim past a frozen swimmer while underwater they unfreeze them. Those are just a few of our favorite pool games! Let us know if you have any of your own in the comments.

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It’s May here in Omaha, which means that summer will soon be in full blast. The warm weather makes for the perfect time to spend outdoors, especially at the grill! Here at Spaces Apartments, we have some great amenities available to all residents — one of which is access to our BBQ grills. This is important to point out, since May is not only the month of Memorial Day and pool parties, but is also National Barbecue Month! We invite you to try utilizing our grills this month to make some ribs, burgers, and sides right at home. Before you start along with the barbecue craze, we have some suggestions for first time barbecuers! Start off by reviewing The Burger Lab’s Top Ten Tips for Making Better Burgers. This is the ultimate breakdown of all the things you need to know about burger making. If you’re a novice on grilling, these are some great tips to get you through. It’s important to note that no barbecue can be considered complete without some classic sides. Contrasting flavors are what will break or break any good barbecue, so take note! 22 Pasta Salad Recipes Pasta salad is one of the essential barbecue side dishes. These twenty-two recipes provide a ton of variation, making it easy to pick out the perfect item to go with your main course. Strawberry Spinach Salad A great healthy addition, the Strawberry Spinach Salad combines vegetable and fruit for a tart side that will balance out any good barbecue. Mom’s Potato Salad Potato salad is the staple of any good barbecue. The moment you see a bowl put out at someone’s backyard party, you know it’s going to be good. Lemon Grilled Whole Trout Foil Packets A great alternative to red meat for any picky or health-conscious eaters, these trout packets make for a great addition to any barbecue gathering! Those are just a few ideas to make your next barbecue a great one! Do you have any practiced habits when it comes to the grill? Share your tips and tricks below!

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We get it. Even in Omaha people get stressed occasionally, and Spaces Apartments is here to help. Life can be hectic and uncertain. Change is one of the main causes of stress, forcing your brain to adapt to a new situation. Because of this, it is important to understand how to manage stress in a positive and productive way. Here are a few tips about how to reduce the stresses of life. Fix Your Posture Posture has a profound impact on the way you feel in any given moment. Having good posture empowers you, allowing you to take on challenges with a positive attitude. This does not mean you must always have perfect posture. The point is to reduce stress through good posture, not stress out about having good posture. Instead, consider your posture at various times in the day. Consider your posture now. If you are slouching, stand, or sit up properly. Author Amy Cuddy gives a TED Talk on just how powerful posture is. Click the link for more information. Do Some Yoga Breathing techniques , meditation , and yoga are all powerful ways to invigorate yourself, and help you feel capable of taking on life’s biggest challenges. Recent studies have shown that these are viable ways to reduce stress as well. Five minutes of your day spent in yoga can boost your confidence, reducing stress and increasing your productivity. Have A Snack It’s not quite the same as eating away your problems, but close. Certain foods are actually believed to reduce stress. Here’s a list of foods to snack on next time you’re feeling stressed. We’ve given a few of our favorites, but what are some ways you handle stress in your lives? Leave a comment below!

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Spring Cleaning in the Community-image

Spaces Apartments knows how important spring cleaning can be to your closet, but what about spring cleaning around the city? With April upon us, spring cleaning projects for Omaha are gearing up, and that means volunteers are needed. Because April is Keep America Beautiful Month, we wanted to let you know about all the exciting opportunities for service this spring. Here’s a short list of projects we were able to find. Spring Clean Up Program The Spring Clean Up Program is a well-organized, city-wide cleanup effort that will focus on multiple locations over several weeks. This project provides several opportunities to serve in various capacities. Projects start April 16th and run on a weekly basis through the end of May. This will be a unique opportunity to combine your efforts with other volunteers to make a difference in Omaha. To learn more about the Spring Clean Up Program, see their brochure , or call this number: (402) 444-4636. Boyer Chute Wildlife Refuge With a wildlife refuge so close to the city, there’s always something you can do to help out near home. The refuge is open to volunteer work. Volunteers will help with taking care of local wildlife, maintenance of trails, and various other activities. Visit their website for more information. Adopt-A-Highway It may remind you of an episode on Seinfeld, but the Adopt-A-Highway program is an important part of keeping roads safe and clean for everyone. Sponsored by the Nebraska Department of Roads, the program is always looking for volunteers to help clean up; and you don’t even need to adopt a road to help out! The Great Nebraska Trash Off is an annual event held in April/May every year. Last year, 3,409 volunteers helped clean 526 miles of highway. To learn more about adopting a highway, or participating in the Great Nebraska Trash Off, visit the Adopt-A-Highway website . Now that spring is here, there are so many opportunities to help make Omaha a better place to live. These are just a few of the many ways you can get involved this spring. Do you know of another community service event this April? Let us know in the comments!

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