Did you hear about tomorrow's TweetUp?  Mark your calendars!  It will be at the Brazen Head Restaurant and Bar located at 78t & Cass from 5-7 pm. 

And, bring a friend!

Congratulations to the UNMC Medical Center for collecting a impressive record setting 20,400 pounds of food!  The medical center worked coordinated the drive amongst all their local offices and affiliates to achieve this gal.  

Read about it here!

Did you know that if you donate to the Omaha Food Bank at Panera Bread, Panera will match the donations?  Ruby Tuesday's will also donate ten percent of all sales from their gourmet chocolate chip, white chocolate and macadamia nut cookies. 

Check out all of the fundraising opportunites available for the Omaha Food Bank online or contact them directly at 331-1213.

Don't miss out on this newly reduced 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom ranch home in Mission Pines. The owner spent a lot of money updating and finishing the lower level and you're going to LOVE IT! It's perfect for entertainng from the open floor plan to the large kitchen with lots of counter tops, cabinets and walk in pantry.

Did we forget to mention the eat-in-kitchen AND formal dining room. Call today to schedule your personal tour. You won't be disappointed!

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Field House Indoor Track Closure
The indoor running/walking track will be closed Mon - Fri, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., due to the Offutt Field House ventilation project. We apologize for any inconvenience. For your convenience, the indoor running track at the Lied Center is available for a cost of $2 a day, or $70 for a yearly membership. For more information, call 294-5413/5414.

Warrior Nine Course Closure
Warrior Nine closed for the season on November 1, and will reopen April 1. Willow Lakes will remain open, weather permitting. Call 294-3530 for more information.

Big Jack's Snack Bar Closure
Willow Lakes' snack bar closed for renovations November 1, and will reopen April 1. We apologize for any inconvenience. Call 294-3530 for more information.

Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum Trip
Join Outdoor Recreation on a day trip to Abilene, KS, to see the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum on November 9. The Library and Museum are located on a 22-acre site featuring the Family Home, Place of Meditation, and Visitor's Center. We will depart the Base Lake Pavilion parking lot at 7:30 a.m., returning at approximately 9 p.m. Cost: $30 / person, includes transportation and admission. Sign up by November 4. Call 294-2108 for more information.

Money Talk for Teens
Teens ages 16 - 19 are invited to attend this two-day class on financial responsibility from 6 - 8 p.m. on November 6 and 13. Teens must attend both classes; parents are welcome to join! Topics will include budgeting, checkbook management, spending, and wise use of credit. Register by calling Youth Programs at 294-1686 or the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 294-4329.

Offutt Women's Reading Group
Join us for the second meeting of the Offutt Women's Reading Group, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., November 6, in the Thomas S. Power Library's Conference Room. The November title is The Last Town on Earth by Thomas Mullen. Call 294-5276 for more information.

Veterans Day Hours
The Offutt Field House will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Veterans Day, November 11.

Veterans Day at the Dining Facilities
The King and Alert Dining Facilities will host a special Veterans Day Lunch from 1100 - 1300 on November 11. The menu includes cream of broccoli soup, barbecued spareribs, french-fried shrimp, roast turkey, glazed carrots, Mexican corn, hot dinner rolls, fresh fruit, ice cream, and much more. Call 294-3980 for more information.

A Taste of Italy
Join the Patriot Club for a family-style Italian wine-and-dinner feast at 6:30 p.m. on November 13. Reservations required by November 10. Cost: $20 / members, $25 / non-members. Call 294-2268 or 292-1560 for reservations and more information.

Heart Link
Heart Link provides essential information to spouses to make life in the Air Force fulfilling and rewarding. Join us for a fun-filled day of interactive games, presentations, prizes, and more, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on November 13. Navy, Marine, and Army spouses cordially invited, too! Childcare reimbursement, continental breakfast, and lunch are provided. For more information and to register, call the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 294-4329.

A&FRC Career Fair
The Airman & Family Readiness Center and the Nebraska Work Force Development Department of Labor for Veterans will host a career fair with a variety of employers from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on November 13 at the Lied Activity Center, located in Bellevue at the corner of Highway 370 and Fort Crook Road. The fair is open to all active duty, DoD civilians, Reserve, Guard, retirees, and family members. For more information, call the A&FRC at 294-4329 or the Nebraska Work Force at 595-3027.

Food Advisory Council
What would you like to see in the dining facilities? Come and voice your opinions at 3 p.m. on November 13 at the King Dining Facility. Open to all enlisted, but focused mainly on meal card personnel. Call 294-3980 for more information.

Mall of America Shopping Trip Registration
Go holiday shopping with Outdoor Recreation at the world-famous Mall of America! We will depart at 6 a.m. on December 5 from the Base Lake Pavilion parking lot, returning December 6 at approximately 10 p.m. Register by November 13. Space is very limited, so sign up today! Cost: $150 for round-trip transportation and one-night stay in double-occupancy hotel room. Call 294-2108 for more information.

Need Child Care?
Call the Offutt Child Development Center (CDC) for assistance. Hourly rates are available for children 12 months to 5 years of age at the CDC, and for children ages 2 weeks to 12 years at Family Child Care. Pre-enrollment is required and depends upon availability. Contact the CDC at 294-2203.

Golf Instruction
...is now available at the Offutt Field House's 2 indoor driving ranges, for the low price of $15 per 30-minute lesson. Lessons can be scheduled during the day, at night, or on weekends. Contact the Field House at 294-5413 to sign up.

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Habitat for Humanity is now acepting prequalification forms for homeownership. Applicants selected are based on need, ability to pay and willingness to partner with Habitat for Humanity.  For more information on the selection process, check out their Family Section Fact Sheet.

Prequaification forms are available here or can be picked up at the Habitat for Huamnity Office which is located at:

Don't forget about tomorrow's Zoo Spooktacular from 1-3 at the Henry Doorly Zoo.  Dust off those  costumes for a Spooktacular GOOD TIME!  You can Trick or Treat in your Halloween costume, ride the terror train and even purchase a prefilled treat bag for a $1 donation.

Admission is FREE with Zoo Membership or with regular Zoo Admission. 

 Nebraska!  Let's get out and VOTE!  If you are like me and can never remember where you're supposed to go to vote and can't find that darn card, here's a website to help you. 

All you do is click on the link above, enter your first name, last name and county.  And VOILA, you easily find out where to go vote. 

 I'm not sure what's under "SEARCH YOUR PROVISIONAL BALLOT" since I didn't know what my pin number was.  If you are able to let us know what that option is, please let us know!

5 Bed/4 Bath/2 FP/2989 Sq Ft

Open House
Sunday, October 26, 2008
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Don't miss out on this neighborhood gem!  This Mission Pines Ranch features a terrifc open floor plan, perfect for entertaining.  The large kitchen has lots of counter tops, cabinets, walk-in pantry as well as an eat-in kitchen and formal dining room.  Are you looking for a main floor laundry?  Look no further!

The finished lower level has a full kitchen with granite counter tops. You'll love the 2nd laundry, the patio walk out and available room for storage. 

The landscaped backyard is fully enclosed with a PVC privacy fence.  

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I attended teCRS 206 class in York Nebraska last week and drove my two month old Prius to it.  If ever you were thinking about saving on gas mileage, now would be the time!  This was my one way trip to York.  Normally, I get about 48 mpg in town.