My Rat Wuzzy - Part 2 Wuzzy Rat returns! Part 1 told the story of a Hairless Dumbo Rex Rat and an ethical dilemma. Part 2 is about her surgery and the helpless feeling all pet owners experience (even when that pet owner is a vet). Will Wuzzy's story end in laughter or tears? |
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Valentine's Day Dating Guide Valentine's date ideas that think outside the box, broken down by price. From indie films to hotel getaways, with imagination and clever use of deals, anyone can give their loved one a great Valentine's Day date this year. |
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Valentine's Day Gifts for Any Budget Unique Valentine's Day gift ideas separated into bank-breaking and penny-pinching prices, with a few in between. From the traditional love poem (with a twist), to an Inscribed Rose (you just have to see it), let us help spark your creativity this V-Day! |
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Nebraska's Wetlands Many would be surprised to learn that wetlands aren't confined to the Southern Bayou–they exist right here in Omaha! With World Wetlands Day approaching, it's a great time learn more about our beautiful local wetlands and Nebraska wetland conservation. |
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My Rat Wuzzy Pet owners often confront the emotional and financial stress of animal surgery. Wuzzy, in her senior years, teaches her owner, a local vet, that compassion is costly, and the weight of judgement heavy, even when the story stars just one little rat. |
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Winter Hiking 101 Hiking is not just for the West; it's enjoyed right here in Omaha! Hardly a 3 season sport, winter hiking can be fun with proper planning. Join Volunteer Naturalist Sharon Draper as she prepares to lead a winter hike around North Omaha's Neale Woods. |
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From Battling Dyslexia to Reading Anna Karenina At over 800 pages, reading Anna Karenina is no small feat. Now try reading it after battling childhood dyslexia. Book clubs, emails, and Omaha.net Neighbors are great support systems, but really, it's just about making your Someday List your Today List. |
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Are Book Clubs Still Trendy? Mari knows book clubs, from humble Omaha beginnings (think group therapy for young mothers) to national online groups and Skype video chats with authors. She gives her insight on fostering good club discussions and recommends her favorite books of 2009. |
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2009 Holiday Supplement: More Music, More Gifts, More Events! What to do when you've already covered events, concerts, and gift ideas for the Holiday Season? Cover more! We're back with new Christmas and Hanukkah events, videos of live holiday music, more gifts, and a special section on holiday charity donations. |
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2009 Omaha Gift Guide There are two important parts to gift giving: the thinking part + the buying part. This guide features gifts found on the internet and at local businesses, so it helps you with both! Hi-tech (Kindle, Flip cam) to lo-tech (glass art, fragrance) we got it! |