Fellowship • Scholarship • Education And the Best View in Town

SEE PAGE 4 SEE PAGE 4 VOLUME 96 • NUMBER 49 MAY 2021 WWW.OMAHAPRESSCLUB.COM Omaha Symphony director Forum will explore ‘Restorative Justice’ will be June 7 ‘Face’ honoree By Gary Willis Thomas Wilkins will be recognized in first ‘Face” event Communications Committee he May 20 Noon Forum will feature in nearly 19 months James "Jim" Jones, executive director of the Community Justice Center. His By Tom O'Connor the Omaha Press T topic: "Changing the Language –The Benefits Communications Committee Club,” said Roger of Restorative Justice." Humphries, OPC The Community Justice Center is head- fter a pandemic hiatus of nearly president and quartered in Lincoln with an office in Omaha. 19 months, the signature event of chair of the Face It defines “Restorative Justice” as a response Athe Omaha Press Club – the “Face on the Barroom to crime that focuses on addressing the harm on the Barroom Floor” – will return on Floor Commit- suffered by victims, holding offenders -ac Monday, June 7, when Thomas Wilkins, tee. “It’s time to countable and collectively dealing with the longtime music director of the Omaha get back on the Thomas Wilkins consequences of crime. This process rehabili- Symphony, will be honored. horse. By June, tates offenders, heals victims, and rebuilds Wilkins, who has served as music direc- we anticipate that just about everyone who communities. tor for the symphony since 2005, will be attends the ‘Face’ event will have been At the OPC Noon Forum, Jones will the 164th “Face on the Barroom Floor.” vaccinated. We are excited to recognize share how simply changing the language The last “Face” event was held in November Thomas and are 100% confident that it will within our criminal justice system can pro- 2019 when the father-son communications be an outstanding event, and most impor- duce invaluable outcomes. The outcomes duo of Jim and Todd Murphy was recog- tantly – a safe event.” can result in reduced crime and prison (jail) nized. populations. “The ‘Face’ event is synonymous with Continue on Page 2 For more than 27 years, Jones has demon- strated restorative justice to justice-involved individuals throughout prisons and probation The primary entrance to the DoubleTree districts across Nebraska. He has presented Validated parking Garage is closed while the hotel’s driveway his evidence-based brief, “Restorative Justice circle is under construction. To access the Intervention,” at probation/parole conferences returns to secondary garage entrance, turn right into around the country, and his work has been the First National Bank drive-thru just published in the International Journal of Of- DoubleTree garage west of 15th and Dodge Streets. Stay to the fender Therapy and Comparative Criminol- right and go up the ramp to park. ogy. Jim's book, “Giving Back,” shares his life ffective immediately, the Omaha Press To get to the club while the FNB build- journey through crime, incarceration and his Club is no longer offering validated ing is still under lockdown, walk outside of parking in the Central City Garage, re-entry back into his community. E the parking garage to the first-floor bank The OPC program begins at noon and located just west of the First National Bank entrance at the northwest corner of 16th continues until 1 p.m. Lunch, at $17 per building. and Dodge Streets. Press the button on the person, is served beginning at 11:30 a.m. Call Instead, validated parking again is avail- black box just outside of the revolving door 402-345-8008 for reservations. Non-Press able at the DoubleTree Hotel Garage east of and say, "Omaha Press Club.” Security will Club members are welcome. the main hotel entrance. buzz you in. Self-pay parking remains available in the Continue walking west past the security Central City Garage. Use one of the ticket desk to the elevators. Only two elevators machines near the elevators in the garage to go to the 22nd floor. They are on the south insert your entry ticket and pay for an exit side of the lobby. If you take any of the ticket or pay at the exit gate when leaving other elevators, get off on the 21st floor and (credit card only). take the spiral staircase one flight up to the OPC will provide two hours of free club. parking at the DoubleTree Garage at (Note: Only the express elevators are lunchtime and dinnertime for club mem- available after 6 p.m. on weekdays and at all bers. Bring your parking ticket to the club times on weekends.) James Jones for validation. Face on the Floor; continued from Page 1 nity engagement for the Symphony. Symphony. Previously, he has held conducting Currently, Wilkins serves as chairman of People attending will be required to wear positions with the Symphony, the the board for the Raymond James Chari- masks when entering the First National Florida Orchestra (Tampa Bay), and the table Endowment Fund and as national Bank building. Once they enter the Press Richmond (Virginia) Symphony. He also ambassador for the nonprofit World Pedi- Club, they will be able to remove their has served on the music faculties of North atric Project in Richmond, which provides masks to allow for eating and drinking. Park University (), the University children throughout Central America and People are encouraged to maintain social of Tennessee in Chattanooga, and Virginia the Caribbean with critical surgical and distancing. Commonwealth University in Richmond. diagnostic care. Wilkins will conclude his tenure with During his conducting career, he has led Wilkins and his wife, Sheri-Lee, are the the Omaha Symphony on June 12 when he orchestras throughout the United States, parents of twin daughters, Erica and Nicole. conducts his final concert. Ankush Kumar including the New York Philharmonic, the Bahl will succeed Wilkins as music director Chicago Symphony, the Phil- FACE ON THE BARROOM FLOOR – of the Omaha Symphony. harmonic, the Cincinnati Symphony and THOMAS WILKINS “As we draw near the end of Thomas the National Symphony. He also has guest Wilkins’ extraordinary 16-year tenure as conducted the and Cleveland WHEN: MONDAY, JUNE 7 – RECEPTION, 5:30 our music director, the Omaha Symphony orchestras, the symphonies of , P.M.; DINNER, 6:30 P.M.; ROAST, 8 P.M. is incredibly proud and pleased that he’ll be , , , and COST: $60 FOR OPC MEMBERS; honored as the Omaha Press Club’s newest Utah, and the Buffalo and Rochester phil- $70 FOR NON-MEMBERS ‘Face on the Barroom Floor,’ ” said Jennifer harmonics, as well as the Grant Park Music RSVP: CALL THE OPC AT 402-345-8008. MEM- Boomgaarden, president & CEO of the Festival in Chicago. BERS CAN CHARGE TO THEIR OPC ACCOUNT. NON-MEMBERS NEED TO PROVIDE THEIR Omaha Symphony. “This fun and fitting Devoted to promoting a lifelong enthu- CREDIT CARD INFORMATION. tribute is a wonderful way to acknowledge siasm for music, Boomgaarden said Wilkins the indelible impact Maestro Wilkins has “brings energy and commitment to audi- ROASTERS FOR THOMAS WILKINS had on our orchestra and our community. ences of all ages and is a master at commu- EMCEE – TRENTEN P. BAUSCH, PARTNER, CLINE We look forward to a festive evening cel- nicating and connecting with audiences.” WILLIAMS; OMAHA SYMPHONY ebrating a truly great conductor, outstand- Following his highly successful first sea- GOVERNING MEMBERS ing gentleman, and fair-to-middling golfer.” son with the Boston Symphony, the Boston BRUCE CARPENTER, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, A native of Norfolk, Virginia, Wilkins is Globe named him among the “Best People HDR, INC.; FORMER MEMBER, OMAHA SYMPHONY a graduate of the Shenandoah Conservatory and Ideas of 2011.” GOVERNING MEMBERS of Music in Virginia and the New England Other honors include: the Outstand- DAVE DIAMOND, RETIRED CHIEF FINANCIAL Conservatory of Music in Boston. He is ing Artist Award through the Nebraska OFFICER, MUTUAL OF OMAHA; OMAHA SYMPHONY professor of music and Henry A. Upper Arts Council/Governor’s Arts Awards; the BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chair of Orchestral Conducting at the Leonard Bernstein Lifetime Achievement LANCE FRITZ, CHAIRMAN, PRESIDENT & CEO, Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. Award for the Elevation of Music in Society UNION PACIFIC; FORMER MEMBER, OMAHA In addition to his role with the Omaha conferred by Boston’s Longy School of SYMPHONY BOARD OF DIRECTORS Symphony, Wilkins is principal conductor Music; the Dick and Mary Holland Leader- DAVID SLOSBURG, SPRUCE CAPITAL GROUP; of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra and is ship Award from the Omaha Symphony; CHAIR, OMAHA SYMPHONY BOARD OF DIRECTORS artistic advisor for education and commu- and the Dreamer Award from the Virginia

What’s happening in Omaha? College Baseball Opening Ceremonies Fireworks Buffet Find out at June 17 Forum June 18, 2021 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. By Angella Arndt Noon Forum lunch service begins $25 Adults, $15 Children Communications Committee at 11:30 a.m. for $17 per person. The program starts at noon and concludes at 1 Buffet Menu he Noon Education Forum on p.m. Carved Beef Brisket Thursday, June 17 will feature David Call 402- Southern Fried Chicken Brown, president and CEO of the 345-8008 BBQ Pork Baby Back Ribs, T Vienna All-Beef Hot Dogs for reserva- Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce, Tossed Salad, Deviled Eggs as he speaks about “What’s Happening in tions or email Coleslaw, Signature Baked Beans Omaha.” Christine Corn on the Cob, Potato Salad The chamber is one of the largest, most Villamonte at Whipped Potatoes & Gravy highly accredited chambers in the nation opcchristine@ with a five-star accreditation by the U.S. gmail.com. Desserts Chamber of Commerce, placing it in the Non-Press Brownie à la Mode Club members Strawberry Cheesecake top 1% of chambers nationally. David Brown are welcome.

Page 2 MAY 2021 A wine time was had by all By Angella Arndt Communications Committee

pproximately 57 guests attended the Quarterly Wine Dinner on Friday, AApril 23. Diners enjoyed a delicious five-course meal, including tenderloin steaks served with pan-seared scallops and a delicate Burgundy chocolate soufflé. Republic National Distributors in Oma- ha paired a wine with each course, featuring several 1924 spirit barrel-aged wines. Thank you to Steve, Christine and their team for an enjoyable and delicious even- ing. Photos by Angella Arndt.

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Thomas Wilkins Mother’s Day Brunch Father's Day Steak Grill Face on the Barroom Floor Sunday, May 9, 2021 Saturday, June 19, 2021 Monday, June 7, 2021 Two settings: 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Adults $25 • Children 10 and Under $15 Members $60 • Non-Members $70 Adults: $27 • Children: $16 Carving Station 5:30 p.m. Social, No-Host Bar Steamship Round of Beef with Horseradish From the Kitchen 6:30 p.m. Dinner Chantilly & Red Wine Au Jus Old School Pineapple-Glazed Ham à la Carte Choice: Prime Rib of Beef • Ribeye Entrées Hors d’oeuvres Chicken Crepes Supreme New York Strip • Club Steak Baked Tilapia Buerre Blanc Assorted Canapes Eggs Benedict Risotto • Lyonnais Potatoes Seasonal Vegetables Salad On the Buffet A La Carte OPC Signature Build-Your-Own Omelet • Multi-Topping Vienna Hot Dogs • Baked Potatoes Thunderbird Salad Pancake Bar Baked Beans • Corn-on-the-Cob Salad Display Potato Salad • Pasta Salad Thunderbird Salad, Imported Cheese & Coleslaw •House Salad Entrée Antipasto, Coleslaw, Potato Salad, Deviled Eggs, Deviled Eggs OPC Filet with Maître d Butter Smoked Salmon Chaud Froid, Fresh Asparagus Citron Fresh Fruit Display Fresh Baked Pastries • Breakfast Breads Loaded Twice Baked Potato Pecan Rolls Desserts Desserts New York-style Cheesecake with Strawberries Brownies • Strawberry Shortcake Desserts Chocolate Driscoll Strawberries Warm Peach Cobbler with Chocolate Mousse Framboise French Vanilla Ice Cream Sticky Buns, Chocolate-Dipped Driscoll Strawberries & Homemade Coffee Cake

MAY 2021 PAGE 3 A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

lub would be around 160, but I am anticipating the volunteers who help with the curbside mem- more, so again RSVP early before the radio pickup. Christine is especially thankful for Cbers, announcement is made. gratuities. your Omaha Club management is continuing to open Our Lunchtime Curbside meals can Press Club is for lunch Monday through Friday and to be picked up from the 10-minute parking gaining mo- offer our Thursday night Two-for-One area on Dodge Street (near the entrance of mentum as we Prime Rib Dinner. The restaurant will also the DoubleTree Hotel), by selecting a time emerge from open for parties of 10 or more any night of at the top of each hour: 11 a.m., noon, the pandemic, the week; just call Christine and plan your 1 p.m., and 2 p.m. These meals must be but we do need Steve Villamonte dinner. ordered online from our website the day you to use the Starting May 14, we will open the bar before. restaurant. for Happy Hour Fridays from 4 p.m. to 6 For Takeout, Delivery (within the Easter brunch attendance was the first p.m. with discount drink prices and hors FNBO buildings), or Curbside online good crowd we have had at the club since d'oeuvres. As demand increases, so will the ordering: https://www.toasttab.com/oma- the onset of the pandemic. This was a sign hours we are open. hapressclub/v3. of optimism for board members and man- The board and management are planning Or click on the “Order Online” link in agement and a step in the right direction. many events for the upcoming year. Two the top left corner of our website: https:// We do need members to use the club to big occasions will be the First Amendment omahapressclub.com/. get through the tough times many restau- Night and the Omaha Press Club 50th If dining in, the Press Club door is rants are having right now. Management Anniversary. We will be setting dates and propped open during business hours for a limited each Easter Brunch seating to 70 announcing details for both of those. “touchless” way to enter the club. Sanitizer guests, mostly so we could be attentive with Other upcoming events include our stations are set up near each restroom. our current limited staff. Mother’s Day Brunch on May 9, the June FNBO is mandating that all employees If you are planning on attending the 7 “Face on the Barroom Floor” featuring wear face masks in common areas: lobbies, Mother’s Day Brunch, please make your conductor Thomas Wilkins, the College hallways and elevators. This is also the rule reservations early so we can staff accord- Baseball Fireworks Buffet June 18 and Fa- for members coming to the Press Club ingly. ther’s Day Grill June 19, just to name a few. while in the common areas. The April Noon Forum that featured Our calendar is wide open for private Our goal is precautions for all, as we op- the mayoral debate also had a good turnout events and gatherings right now. If you erate the restaurant to serve our members, with 67 guests. This is way down from what need event space — whether for daytime FNBO employees and building tenants. We would normally be a sellout of 150 or more or evening — please contact Christine at look forward to seeing you! for the event, but it is progress. [email protected]. The Press Club is To reach me during this time, email: The quarterly wine dinner just last unique in comparison to other facilities. We [email protected]. month had a decent turnout of 57, which require reservations and can accommodate Thank you to all our members who is down from normal but trending upward social distancing with ease due to the layout continue to support the club during these again, with all having a great time. The of the restaurant. This is a value for dining difficult times. next wine dinner is June 11, and this one is out with regards to your health and safety. See you at the club. being hosted by Scott Voorhees and KFAB. The Curbside Friday Family Meal is still This will be the first Gourmet Club event a popular option at the club. Christine and -Steve Villamonte, for KFAB since the onset of the pandemic. I would like to thank all the members who Executive Director A normal crowd at the club for this event continue to order these meals, as well as OPC hosts first mayoral debate By Gary Willis said he had talked with engineers who told Communications Committee him that our roads would last longer using a better concrete mix and improving the drainage from them. ayor Jean Stothert and challenger Stothert touted the development of the R.J. Neary sparred over properly city's plan to repave streets every 20 years Mrepairing streets, public trans- since the funds are available from the voter- portation, policing and handling of the approved $200 million street bonds. pandemic on April 22 at the Omaha Press WOWT's Brian Mastre moderated the Club – the first of their debates preceding debate that was sponsored by the Omaha the May 11 city election. Press Club. Replay of the debate can be Streets were an issue in the debate between R.J. Neary Neary, a commercial real estate broker, found on WOWT's website. and Mayor Jean Stothert. Photo by Gary Willis.

Page 4 MAY 2021 Board of Directors Committee Chairs Board of Directors Committee Chairs Chris Allen (2013-2015) University of Nebraska at Omaha Communications Co-Chairs Susan Eustice, Judy Horan Chris Allen (2013-2015) University of Nebraska at Omaha Communications Co-Chairs Susan Eustice, Judy Horan Tom Becka (2014-2016) NRG Media Education Gary Kerr Tom Becka (2014-2016) NRG Media Education Gary Kerr Allen Beermann (2013-2015) Nebraska Press Association Excellence in Journalism Awards Chris Allen Allen Beermann (2013-2015) Nebraska Press Association Excellence in Journalism Awards Chris Allen Deb Daley (2013-2015) Mercy High School Executive Committee Daisy Hutzell-Rodman, Todd Murphy,

Deb Daley (2013-2015) Mercy High School Executive Committee Daisy Hutzell-Rodman, Todd Murphy, Harland Fogle (2014-2016) U.S. Air Force (retired) J.J. Bartlett, Sean McGuire, Bridget Brooks

2021 - 2022 Officers Harland Fogle (2014-2016) U.S. Air Force (retired) J.J. Bartlett, Sean McGuire, Bridget Brooks Willie Garrett (2014-2016) Journal Broadcast Group “Face on the Barroom Floor” Tom O’Connor Hall of Fame Judy Horan and Todd Murphy Sara Ammon (402) 957-0795 Willie Garrett (2014-2016) Journal Broadcast Group “F ace on the Barroom Floor” Tom O’Connor Judy Horan (2014-2016) Horan Communications 2013-14 O cers Marketing/Membership Bridget (Weide) Brooks Judy Horan (2014-2016) Horan Communications Hall of Fame Judy Horan and Todd Murphy Sara Ammon (402) 957-0795 Liz Hruska (2014-2016) Nebraska Legislative Fiscal O•ce 2013-14 O cers Committee Professional Development ChairsChris Allen Marketing/Membership Bridget (Weide) Brooks Liz Hruska (2014-2016) Nebraska Legislative Fiscal O•ce Nicole Lindquist (2014-2016) UNMC Board ofProfessional DevelopmentDirectors Chris Allen Daisy Hutzell-Rodman...... President Willie Garrett’s phone number within the committee listings: Gary Sadlemyer (2013-2015) KFAB Radio Daisy Hutzell-Rodman...... President Nicole Lindquist (2014-2016) UNMC Willie Garrett’s phone number within the committee listings: Omaha World-Herald OPC Foundation 402-953-7427 Omaha World-Herald Gary Sadlemyer (2013-2015) KFAB Radio 402-953-7427 Communications Committee OPC Foundation Todd Murphy...... President Elect Henry Cordes Trustees Communications Committee Universal Information Services Todd Murphy...... President Elect Henry Cordes Trustees Tamsen Butler 402-871-9872 President Elaine Allen Universal(2020-2022) Information Services Tamsen Butler 402-871-9872 Henry Cordes 402-444-1130 Julie Prescott Burgess President Elaine Allen Communications Steve Jordon Gary Willis, Cindy Workman J.J. Bartlett ...... Treasurer Henry Cordes 402-444-1130 Julie Prescott Burgess Susan Eustice, Co-Chair 402-898-5908 Vice President Chris Christen J.J. Bartlett ...... Treasurer Steve Jordon First National Bank Willie Garrett 402-953-7427 Susan Eustice, Co-Chair 402-898-5908 Chris Christen Galen Lillethorup First National Bank Vice President Judy Horan, Co-Chair 402-397-6155 Eileen Wirth, Ph.D. Willie Garrett 402-953-7427 Galen Lillethorup Howard K. Marcus Eileen Wirth, Ph.D. Sean McGuire ...... Secretary Daisy Hutzell-Rodman 402-444-1328 Secretary Judy Horan, Co-Chair 402-397-6155 Dave Ogden, Ph.D. Sean McGuire ...... Secretary Secretary Howard K. Marcus E.D. Bellis Healthcare Consultants Howard K. Ma rcus 402-444-1397 Larry Weber Allen BeermannDaisy Hutzell-Rodman 402-444-1328 Retired Joe Weber Dave Ogden, Ph.D. E.D. Bellis Healthcare Consultants Howard K. Ma rcus 402-444-1397 Larry Weber Don Summerside 402-556-5547 Treasurer Bridget (Weide) Brooks ... Past President Don Summerside 402-556-5547 Treasurer Joe Weber EducationGary Willis 402-493-1373 Scott Darling Dr. Robert Meyers Image Building Communications Roger Humphries Bridget (Weide) Brooks ... Past President Gary Willis 402-493-1373 Scott Darling Nicole Lindquist 402-559-9149 Past President ImageWoody Building Communications Nicole Bradford Lindquist 402-559-9149 Past President Houghton Bradford Whitted President Bridget (Weide) Brooks Image Building Communications Executive Committee Roger Humphries, Tom Shatel, Roger Humphries Photography Gary Willis NP Dodge Real Estate Bridget (Weide) Brooks and Dale Ervin Jeremy Maskel Omaha Public Schools “Face on the Barroom Floor” Roger Humphries Hunter Samuels Hall of Fame Woody Bradford (2021-2023) President-elect Angella Arndt Freelance Writer Marketing / Membership Bridget (Weide) Brooks Ronald McDonald House Chris Allen UNO Todd Andrews Salvation Army Board of Directors Committee Chairs Chris Allen (2013-2015) University of Nebraska at Omaha Communications Co-Chairs Susan Eustice, Judy Horan Liz Hruska Legislative Fiscal Office Tom Becka (2014-2016) NRG Media Education Gary Kerr Allen Beermann (2013-2015) Nebraska Press Association Excellence in Journalism Awards Chris Allen Deb Daley (2013-2015) Mercy High School Executive Committee Daisy Hutzell-Rodman, Todd Murphy, Dale Ervin J.J. Bartlett, Sean McGuire, Bridget Brooks Harland Fogle (2014-2016) U.S. Air Force (retired) Willie Garrett (2014-2016) Journal Broadcast Group “F ace on the Barroom Floor” Tom O’Connor

Judy Horan (2014-2016) Horan Communications Hall of Fame Judy Horan and Todd Murphy Sara Ammon (402) 957-0795 Mike McKnight WOWT 2013-14 O cers Marketing/Membership Bridget (Weide) Brooks Liz Hruska (2014-2016) Nebraska Legislative Fiscal O•ce OPC FoundationProfessional Development Chris Allen Daisy Hutzell-Rodman...... President Nicole Lindquist (2014-2016) UNMC Willie Garrett’s phone number within the committee listings: Gary Sadlemyer (2013-2015) KFAB Radio Treasurer Omaha World-Herald OPC Foundation 402-953-7427 Communications Committee Dr. Robert Meyers Retired Todd Murphy...... President Elect Henry Cordes Trustees Universal Information Services Tamsen Butler 402-871-9872 President Elaine Allen Henry Cordes 402-444-1130 Steve Jordon Julie Prescott Burgess J.J. Bartlett ...... Treasurer Susan Eustice, Co-Chair 402-898-5908 TRUSTEES Chris Christen First National Bank Vice President Willie Garrett 402-953-7427 Galen Lillethorup Judy Horan, Co-Chair 402-397-6155 Eileen Wirth, Ph.D. First National Bank Secretary Howard K. Marcus Sean McGuire ...... Secretary Daisy Hutzell-Rodman 402-444-1328 Board of Directors Committee Chairs Dave Ogden, Ph.D. E.D. Bellis Healthcare Consultants Howard K. Ma rcus Josh 402-444-1397Bucy Larry Weber Chris Allen (2013-2015) University of Nebraska at Omaha Communications Co-Chairs Susan Eustice, Judy Horan Don Summerside 402-556-5547 Treasurer Joe Weber Tom Becka (2014-2016) NRG Media Education Gary Kerr Bridget (Weide) Brooks ... Past President Gary Willis 402-493-1373 Scott Darling Elaine Allen Allen Beermann (2013-2015) Nebraska Press Association Excellence in Journalism Awards Chris Allen Image Building Communications Nicole Lindquist 402-559-9149 Past President Deb Daley (2013-2015) Mercy High School Executive Committee Daisy Hutzell-Rodman, Todd Murphy, President Harland Fogle (2014-2016) U.S. Air Force (retired) J.J. Bartlett, Sean McGuire, Bridget Brooks Willie Garrett (2014-2016) Journal Broadcast Group “F ace on the Barroom Floor” Tom O’Connor

Judy Horan (2014-2016) Horan Communications Hall of Fame Judy Horan and Todd Murphy Sara Ammon (402) 957-0795 2013-14 O cers Marketing/Membership Bridget (Weide) Brooks Liz Hruska (2014-2016) Nebraska Legislative Fiscal O•ce Bridget (Weide) Brooks Communications Professional Development Chris Allen Committee Daisy Hutzell-Rodman...... President Nicole Lindquist (2014-2016) UNMC Willie Garrett’s phone number within the committee listings: Gary Sadlemyer (2013-2015) KFAB Radio Omaha World-Herald OPC Foundation 402-953-7427 Henry Cordes Communications Committee Bridget (Weide) Brooks Todd Murphy...... President Elect Henry Cordes Trustees Universal Information Services Tamsen Butler 402-871-9872 President Elaine Allen Chris Christen Henry Cordes 402-444-1130 Julie Prescott Burgess J.J. Bartlett ...... Treasurer Steve Jordon SusanCindy Eustice, Co-Chair Workman 402-898-5908 Vice President Chris Christen• Don Summerside Vice President First National Bank Willie Garrett 402-953-7427 Eileen Wirth, Ph.D. Galen Lillethorup Judy Horan, Co-Chair 402-397-6155 Howard K. Marcus Sean McGuire ...... Secretary Daisy Hutzell-Rodman 402-444-1328 Secretary OMAHA PRESSDave Ogden, Ph.D. CLUB OFFICE STAFF Secretary E.D. Bellis Healthcare Consultants Howard K. Ma rcus 402-444-1397 Larry Weber Don Summerside 402-556-5547 Treasurer Joe Weber Hugh Reilly Bridget (Weide) Brooks ... Past President Gary Willis 402-493-1373 Scott Darling Image Building Communications Image Building CommunicationsGaryNicole Lindquist Willis402-559-9149 Pa•st PresidentJennifer Bull • Karen Way Brian Norton Executive Director...... Steve Villamonte2nd Vice President Peggy Rupprecht Tom O’Connor • Anne Walsh • Sandra Tursi Email ...... [email protected] Jordon Wendy Townley Tom Shatel BridgetPlanning (Weide) & Event Brooks Coor dinator• Hunter ...... SamuelsChristine VillamonteSecretary Joseph Weber Past President ToddEmail Andrews...... • Jon Brooks • Angella [email protected] Holmesm Omaha World-Herald Administrative Manager ...... Jeanie CampbellTreasurer Email ...... [email protected] Hours of Operation WE’RE ONLINE! READ YOUR OPC NEWSLETTER AT OMAHAPRESSCLUB.COMLunch ...... 402-345-8587 Monday – Friday ...... 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fax ...... 402-345-0114 Bar Restaurant ...... 402-345-8008 Tuesday – Saturday...... 4:30 p.m. to Close Website ...... www.omahapressclub.org Dinner Hours Thofursday Operation – Saturday...... 5:30 p.m. to Close

.EVENTS. NEWSLETTER Omaha Press Club Tamsen Butler ...... Editor Monday, June 7 Don Summerside ...... Copy Editor ...... “Face on the Barroom Floor” 402-345-8587 Thursday, May 6 Thomas Wilkins Fax ...... 402-345-0114 Prime Rib Night 5:30 p.m. social, 6:30 p.m. dinner LUNCH 5:30 p.m. to close $60 OPC members, $70 non-members Monday - Friday Submissions for the February issue are due on or before Jan. 20. 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, May 9 Friday, June 11 Mother’s Day Brunch KFAB and OPC Wine Dinner Two seatings: 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m. Scott Voorhees host $25 and $15 (kids 3-10 ) 6 p.m. hors d’oeuvres, 6:30 p.m. dinner

Thursday, May 13 Thursday, June 17 Prime Rib Night Noon Forum 5:30 p.m. to close David Brown, CEO of Greater OMAHA PRESS CLUB STAFF Omaha Chamber of Commerce Thursday, May 20 11:30 a.m. lunch, $17 Executive Director Noon Education Forum Noon to 1 p.m. forum Steve Villamonte...... [email protected] James Jones: “Restorative Justice” 11:30 a.m. lunch, $17 Friday, June 18 Restaurant and Events Manager Noon to 1 p.m. forum Fireworks Buffet Christine Villamonte...... [email protected] for college baseball’s Thursday, May 20 opening ceremonies Prime Rib Night 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. Office...... 402-345-8587 Restaurant...... 402-345-8008 5:30 p.m. to close $25 and $15 (kids 3-10) Website...... omahapressclub.com Monday, May 31 Reminder!Saturday, June 19 Memorial Day e currentFather’s minimum Day quarterGrill ends March 31, 2013.NEWSLETTER COMMITTEE Club closed 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Sandra Tursi ...... Graphics Editor Tom O’Connor...... Proofreader Are you looking for a perfect party setting? A lunch surrounded by brilliance? Don Summerside...... Copy Editor A dinner your guests will always remember? Keep the OPC in mind. Submissions for the June CANCELLATION POLICY: All reservations must be cancelled 48 HOURS in advance. issue are due on or before May 20.

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