Chris Christen
Omaha World-Herald
Omaha, NE, United States
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These 'Cat in the Hat' cookies come together in three easy steps
This is one time when playing with your food might be encouraged. Have no fear; there is not too much to juggle here. And cleanup is a snap. → Read More
Nice weather is coming – don't forget the sunscreen
Expert says it's never too early to be mindful of the sun. → Read More
These 'Cat in the Hat' cookies comes together in three easy steps
This is one time when playing with your food might be encouraged. Have no fear; there is not too much to juggle here. And cleanup is a snap. → Read More
Pandemic gives dad and son time to launch a 'Chirpy' daily comic
Jeff and Josh Koterba are having a blast with the adventures of Cat, Dog and Turtle. → Read More
Joslyn Art Museum brings back Sunday morning yoga, reopens galleries
Calling all yogis: Joslyn Art Museum is resuming Garden Yoga on Sunday mornings. → Read More
Geranium buds disappearing? Inspect for caterpillars, eating them from the inside out
Garden Calendar: It's time to aerate your lawn, divide your German irises, and watch those tomatoes finally ripen. → Read More
Love costumes? Here's a chance to nab something fun from the Playhouse's retired inventory
Find a treasure for your next production, Halloween party, vintage collection or clothing project at an Omaha theater's outdoor sale. → Read More
How I went on a backyard safari in my own wild kingdom
Bullsnakes, bobcats and turkeys, oh my! → Read More
Omaha Summer Arts Festival turns to a digital day of browsing, buying art
The online-only event features the same diverse mix of art, music and food — without the in-person crowds. → Read More
Lauritzen Gardens is set to reopen Monday, but you'll need a ticket first
Entry for all guests, including members, will be by advance reservation. → Read More
Concert series to resume at Soaring Wings with carryout, social distancing
The Springfield tasting room will offer bottles and growlers as well as small plates for picnicking on premises. → Read More
Food Bank for the Heartland needs nonperishable staples; drop-and-go food drive is Saturday
The public can drop off items Saturday in a drive-through event. → Read More
Social distancing on wheels: Cruising main is back in style amid coronavirus pandemic
In small towns like Oakland, Nebraska, cruising main is a thing again. This time, there's a twist. It's not just teens wanting to connect. It's the whole town. → Read More
Instead of Easter eggs, hunt for painted rocks — or make and hide some yourself
All year long, the Facebook community group #402Rocks! paints and hides rocks throughout the Omaha metro area to brighten people’s day. Join the movement — while practicing an abundance of → Read More
BFF Omaha turns Friday event into public art show from your car — or armchair
A car window scavenger hunt is among the art-themed activities free to the public. → Read More
Runs of Chanticleer's 'Music Man,' Bellevue Little Theatre's 'Tuck Everlasting' are cut short
Two area community theaters have made changes to their schedules over concerns related to the novel coronavirus. → Read More
Flatiron Cafe hits the refresh button; dining resumes after weeklong pause
The biggest changes diners will notice at the Flatiron Cafe, she said, are new carpeting in the dining room and remodeled restrooms. → Read More
Looking for a job? Here are the 2020 Best Places to Work in Omaha
The annual online survey measures employee engagement. Recognition in the survey can boost employer recruitment. → Read More
The ultimate toy box: A car condo that you can design and furnish to your heart's content
Private storage development in west Omaha caters to high-end collectors who need more space. → Read More
Inspired Living: Looking back on a decade of memorable homes
10 years, 10 favorite interiors. → Read More