Live music still draws crowds even in smaller venues. In Omaha, there is a thriving music scene where indie music continues to drive exciting performances. If you are into live music, here are three of the coolest indie music venues in Omaha.

The Waiting Room

The Waiting Room at 6212 Maple Street is one of the leading venues for indie rock bands. It is connected to the music industry through One Percent Productions and has been the jumping-off point for many famous bands. The live music scene continues to grow and there are bands playing most nights.

Slowdown

Slowdown at 729 N. 14th St. is another leading example of an indie rock venue in Omaha. It is partially owned by people working for Saddle Creek Records, so it has a direct line to the music industry. As a result, many new bands with high potential try to start their careers there. You can get a look at many new bands as well as seasoned veterans at Slowdown.

Harney Street Tavern

You can find the Harney Street Tavern at 1215 Harney St. Although it is not as well-known as the Slowdown or The Waiting Room, it offers a nice acoustic venue. It is a better option if you want a quieter, scaled back show to enjoy.

Omaha is revitalizing and drawing in professionals and bands. Check out O’Daniel Honda for a vehicle that can help you get around Omaha.

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Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is a must-visit for nature lovers of all ages. With tons of exciting exhibits and educational opportunities, there’s some for everyone there. Here are a few of our favorite must-see things at the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium.

Desert Dome

The Desert Dome is the largest indoor desert in the country. This stunning exhibit is filled with flora and fauna native to desert eco-systems and is one of the best places to explore these extraordinary habitats without traveling to an actual desert.

Kingdoms of the Night

Kingdoms of the Night was built as part of the Desert Dome and also shares the distinction of being the largest nocturnal zoo exhibit in the world. Carefully constructed to reverse the day-night cycles, this exhibit allows visitors to experience all the wonders of the night and the creatures who make their home in the darkness. This is one of the most unique exhibits at the zoo and is an unparalleled opportunity to learn more about these fascinating creatures.

Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium 

The Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium is part of the larger zoo and is home to beautiful and exotic creatures, ranging from colorful fish to playful Antarctic penguins. Learn more about animals and fish from around the world as you explore the aquarium, which is divided into different ecosystems to showcase the wondrous diversity of our seas.

The Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is the perfect way to spend an afternoon. It’s located at 3701 S 10th St.

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When you’ve got a growing family, you need a car that can transport them and all of their gear safely. The 2019 Honda Odyssey minivan is the ideal choice.

Convenience

With kids you’ve usually got your hands full, but the Odyssey’s remote keyless entry and push-button start saves you from fumbling for your keys. The available power sliding rear doors and hands-free power tailgate make loading simple. The Magic Slide second-row seas enable easy third-row access.

Interior Space

The Odyssey can seat up to seven people in comfort and offers many seating configurations allowing you to maximize the cargo and passenger capacity. With all seats in place you have up to 38.6 cubic-feet of storage. Removing the second-row seats and folding the third row gives you up to 158 cubic-feet of cargo space. A variety of clever storage areas around the cabin can take smaller items.

Entertainment

Kids rarely go anywhere without their phones and Odyssey EX models and above feature USB ports for connectivity and smartphone integration. They can play their tunes through the 160-watt, seven-speaker sound system.

Touring and Elite models offer a rear seat monitor, helping you to keep an eye on your brood, and an in-car PA system to save you from shouting to be heard. There’s also a rear entertainment system with 10.2-inch screen, Blu-Ray player, built-in streaming apps, and HDMI interface. Elite trim has a 550-watt 11-speaker premium sound system with multi-zone audio.

Head down to O’Daniel Honda to take a closer look at these and the other awesome features of the Odyssey.

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If you can’t resist a challenge and you love food, Omaha has some awesome man vs food challenges that will push your limits. Here are three of the best.

1. The Pig Wings Challenge

Starsky’s Bar and Grill challenges you to eat an 8-pound meal consisting of 5 pounds of pig wings, and a 3-pound side of corn nuggets. The wings are fried and covered in barbecue sauce. If you can finish the meal in under an hour you get a Starsky’s T-shirt and the meal for free.

2. The Big Joe Pizza Challenge

This challenge for two at Frank’s Pizzeria gives you and a friend one hour to eat a 12-pound, 30-inch pizza. You can choose from a Supreme, Meat Lovers, or Veggie pizza and, if you succeed, you get a Frank’s Pizzeria T-shirt, a spot in Frank’s Hall of Fame, and the pizza for free. Losers have to pay for the meal and get their picture on social media as victims of The Big Joe.

3. The Stellanator

At Stella’s Bar and Grill in Bellevue, you can take on the Stellanator. This ultimate burger has six patties, six eggs, six slices of cheese, 12 pieces of bacon, tomato, lettuce, fried onions, jalapenos, pickles, peanut butter, and a bun with a side order of fries. Finishing within 45 minutes gets you a Stellanator T-shirt, and losing costs you $35 and a heap of shame.

You might want to build up a real good appetite before taking on these mammoth food challenges.

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The 2019 Honda Fit is a compact car with a big personality and interior space to match. Here are four reasons to check out this hot hatch.

1. Styling

The dynamic exterior styling gives the Fit an imposing road presence from the aggressive front bumper to the rear roof line spoiler and LED taillights. The Sport adds to the look with front and side underbody spoilers, and black alloy wheels.

2. Performance and Handling

All Fit trims feature a lively 1.5-liter engine producing 130 horsepower and 114 pound-feet of torque when paired with the six-speed manual transmission. A smooth shifting CVT is standard on the top-level EX-L and available on other trims. The Fit is nimble around turns and very comfortable at freeway speeds.

3. Driver Assist Technology

Standard features on Ex and EX-L models and available on other trims include adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic braking, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, and automatic high beams. Also available is Honda Lane Watch, a turn signal-activated side camera.

4. Spacious Interior

A compact exterior and sporty performance doesn’t mean sacrificing space. The Fit can carry five adults in comfort, and the numerous seat configurations enable you to maximize the passenger and cargo capacity. The 60/40 split folding rear Magic Seat has four modes, and the front passenger seat also folds down. With the rear seats folded you get up to 52.7 cubic-feet of cargo space.

To get a closer look at the awesome features of the Fit, head down to O’Daniel Honda.

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The all-new 2019 Honda Passport is a spacious SUV providing comfortable highway driving along with enhanced off-road capability. Here are some of the great features.

Interior Space

The Passport will accommodate five adults in comfort and, with its many seating configurations, all the gear you need, too. Behind the back seats, you have more than 50 cubic feet of cargo space, and folding the second row gives you over 100 cubic feet of storage. Add to that clever underfloor spaces for smaller items you want to keep out of sight.

Off-Road Ability

When the going gets tough, the Passport’s available torque-vectoring all-wheel-drive system provides the required traction to each wheel. Push the button for the intelligent traction system and choose snow, mud, or sand mode for the best grip in any conditions.

Power and Performance

Powering the Passport is a 3.5-liter V-6 engine producing 280 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque via a smooth-shifting nine-speed automatic transmission. When properly equipped, it has a maximum towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds.

Technology

Honda Sensing is standard on all models and includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision mitigation with active braking, lane keep assist, and lane departure warning with steering assistance. Also standard are programmable remote entry and push-button start.

The Sport trim features a multifunction steering wheel, 5-inch infotainment screen, seven-speaker audio, and Bluetooth connectivity. Higher spec trims add an 8-inch touch screen and smartphone integration.

To get a closer look at the great features of the Passport, head down to O’Daniel Honda.

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Omaha is often overlooked by tourists, but the city has plenty of attractions for the whole family. Here are three of the best.

1. Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Featuring not only the world’s largest indoor desert, you can also experience the largest indoor rainforest in America at the Henry Doorly Zoo. With 160-acres of unique habitats, animals, and plants, a day isn’t long enough to see everything on offer. Tours of the zoo are available by a steam locomotive, tram or from above on the Skyfari.

2. Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch

Visiting this working ranch is like stepping back in time. You can see the crops, livestock, and a variety of antique farming equipment. For the kids, there are play areas showing what life was like for children up to 100 years ago. Take a hayride through the 20-acres of woods and see tree houses and the recreated frontier town. Afterward, pick your own selection of whatever crops are in season.

3. The Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge

Take a walk over the Missouri River on the 3,000-foot long curving structure of the Bob Kerrey Bridge connecting Nebraska and Iowa. Get a picture at the point where you can be standing in two states at the same time. The bridge gives you an awesome view of the Omaha skyline and connects more than 150 miles of walking and biking trails.

These are just a few of the attractions that Omaha has to offer. If you explore, you will find many more.

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Omaha’s exciting history offers many unique opportunities for locals and visitors alike. From passenger trains of the 1940s and ’50s to a Civil War General’s home, and birthplace of Civil Rights leader Malcolm X, you are sure to find something for everyone.

The Durham Museum

Located in the art deco Union Station, the Durham Museum is home to an array of exhibits including storefronts of the 1940s, restored train cars, and rare coins and documents from the Byron Reed collection. Also, they host traveling exhibits from the Smithsonian, Library of Congress, Chicago’s Field Museum and the National Archives.

General Crook House Museum

Once standing guard over Fort Omaha, The General Crook House Museum is now a unique location for holiday parties, business meetings, rehearsal dinners, and, of course, wedding receptions. Comfortably able to welcome up to 180 guests for appetizers and cocktails, and 80 people for sit-down dining inside the museum, your guests will not soon forget this experience.

Malcolm X Birth Site

Omaha native and civil rights leader Malcolm X continues to be honored by The Malcolm X Memorial Foundation as well as the state of Nebraska with an educational memorial, beautiful plaza, and historical marker at the location of his birth. While the 14-acre outdoor memorial is open, a call is requested to schedule your visit to the Malcolm X Center.

Are you looking for the perfect vehicle to explore the historical sites of Omaha? Stop into O’Daniel Honda, talk with our knowledgeable sales team, shop our impressive showroom, and schedule a test drive today.

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You don’t have to spend the entire winter at home, waiting for spring to arrive. There are many winter weather activities to enjoy in the Omaha, Nebraska, area.

1. Ice Skating

Whether you are an avid ice skater or you haven’t gone since you were a child, you are sure to have a fun-filled afternoon at Grover Ice. Grover Ice has open skate hours, league hockey, and even broomball. You can rent everything you need right at Grover Ice. Grab a bite to eat at the on-site, full-service food and beverage bar with HDTVs.

2. Lauritzen Gardens

If you’re tired of the cold temperatures and snowfall, then you are sure to enjoy the Lauritzen Gardens. As soon as you step foot into this four-season plant display, you will forget about the cold winter weather. The 10,000 square-foot tropical house has beautiful flowers, flowing waterfalls, and a serene pond. Check out their schedule because they host events year-round.

3. Family Fun Center

You can skip the winter weather altogether and enjoy the indoor attractions at the Family Fun Center. This family entertainment center is perfect for all ages with indoor paintball, Black Ops laser tag, glow golf, arcade games, billiards, and even a 16-level rock climbing wall. The prices are affordable and you will never run out of activities to enjoy. Refuel at the unlimited buffet with pizza, salad, chicken wings, and Icee’s.

Each of these Omaha, Nebraska, attractions are perfect for a winter afternoon. Grab your ice skates and hit the rink or take a stroll among Nebraska’s greenery.

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Across the auto industry, the midsize sedan segment has seen significant updates and changes. With all-around excellence, it’s hard to isolate just one item that sets the 2019 Honda Accord Sedan apart, but here are our top four.

Exterior

The 2019 Honda Accord Sedan starts bold with defining character lines, LED low beam headlights with auto on/off LED fog lights, and newly designed 17-inch alloy wheels proving a modern, clean design that enhances the solid stance of the Accord.

Interior 

It’s full-color 7-inch driver Information Interface provides a digital in-dash display, customizable to easily access information most important to you.  Available leather-trimmed seats provide a lap of luxury while all-season floor mats protect your floors from wet boots, muddy shoes, or dog hair. Looking for fuel efficiency, switch on over to EV mode to operate exclusively on the batteries and electric motor.

Technology 

The 2019 Honda Accord has the head up display that shows you vital information such as incoming calls, speed, or directions without losing sight of the road. As far as the directions go, the Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System features 3-D renderings and provides lane guidance and live search functionality.

Honda Sensing 

An intelligent suite of driver assistive technologies and safety features created to signal you of situations that you may miss while driving. It’s compiled of four features including Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist System, Road Departure Mitigation System, and Collision Mitigation Braking System.

Ready to see the redesigned and refreshed 2019 Honda Accord Sedan for yourself? Stop by O’Daniel Honda and schedule a test drive today.

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