Search found 37 matches

by NeonMartiniGlass
Wed Feb 12, 2020 11:28 am
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Top Golf Omaha (Westroads Area)
Replies: 168
Views: 34987

Re: Top Golf Omaha (Westroads Area)

Top Golf has been described by many outlets as a combination of golf + bowling. Meaning, a bowling-like activity, but with golf clubs. Could be a misplaced comma in the article or just a poorly written sentence. I describe it as darts on a driving range. You're basically playing a bunch of differen...
by NeonMartiniGlass
Tue Aug 20, 2019 11:29 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Omaha Bicycle Co. (Benson)
Replies: 10
Views: 2794

Re: Omaha Bicycle Co. (Benson)

Closing August 31st according to Facebook.
by NeonMartiniGlass
Wed Apr 17, 2019 9:22 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Former Hinky Dinky in Benson?!?
Replies: 6
Views: 1504

Re: Former Hinky Dinky in Benson?!?

My research seems to indicate that the Masonic Lodge that is currently in Benson is moving into that building.
by NeonMartiniGlass
Thu Feb 28, 2019 12:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where do you do your grocery shopping?
Replies: 56
Views: 9116

Re: Where do you do your grocery shopping?

Aldi 95%
Costco 4%
Hy-Vee 1%
by NeonMartiniGlass
Thu Feb 21, 2019 12:03 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Best Pizza in Omaha
Replies: 228
Views: 25489

Re: LaCasa Pizza

I love ground beef on my pizza. I didn't realize it was an Omaha thing until I moved away and realized the rest of the country is all about the sausage. Godfathers opened a few franchises in the DC area in the 80's for a few years before they went belly-up---got my monthly fix then. La Casa is a re...
by NeonMartiniGlass
Wed Nov 28, 2018 8:41 am
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Rathskeller Bier Haus -- NOT CLOSING
Replies: 32
Views: 4535

Re: Rathskeller Bier Haus (fomer Caffeine Dreams)

Taco wrote: Tue Nov 20, 2018 12:10 am Why open so early?
Night shift medical workers at UNMC need a happy hour too. :;):
by NeonMartiniGlass
Wed Oct 31, 2018 1:46 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Two Fine Irishmen (18101 R Plaza)
Replies: 98
Views: 41965

Re: Two Fine Irishmen

I have always been curious who does the voice for their radio spots. The guy with the bad Irish accent. He does a lot of voiceovers.
by NeonMartiniGlass
Tue Oct 23, 2018 1:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Douglas County GIS Maps
Replies: 8
Views: 1514

Re: Douglas County GIS Maps

mrsticka wrote: Thu Jun 30, 2016 1:49 am They've also got imagery from 1973 and 1982 now.
Historic map goes back to 1938 now. :shock:
by NeonMartiniGlass
Tue Aug 14, 2018 11:48 am
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Mayne St. Market - Benson
Replies: 8
Views: 1371

Re: Mayne St. Market - Benson

It's in the old Lot 2 space. Heard good things so far.
by NeonMartiniGlass
Tue Mar 27, 2018 12:05 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Bärchen - 6209 Maple Street - Downtown Benson
Replies: 5
Views: 1447

Re: Bärchen - 6209 Maple Street - Downtown Benson

They are adding seating at the Benson location by using the former Lot 2 wine room.
by NeonMartiniGlass
Tue Feb 13, 2018 10:53 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: The Sunks
Replies: 22
Views: 3890

Omaha Sunken Gardens

https://www.facebook.com/omahasunkengardens/

This looks neat. Is this project moving forward or just an idea for now?
by NeonMartiniGlass
Wed Nov 29, 2017 10:16 am
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: Sports Authority (old 72nd Street Circuit City)
Replies: 48
Views: 9019

Re: Sports Authority (old 72nd Street Circuit City)

Brad wrote:Aldi's sign is now up. Looked like a lot of equipment was already up and running inside. I bet it won't be long now.
I have heard December 14th.
by NeonMartiniGlass
Mon Sep 11, 2017 1:49 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Benson Lights - 3030 N 60th St
Replies: 56
Views: 10918

Re: Benson Lights - 3030 N 60th St

Looks like they are putting the old Louis Market sign up next to the pool deck. Interesting.
by NeonMartiniGlass
Fri Jun 16, 2017 12:57 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: 2017 Area Fireworks Shows
Replies: 17
Views: 3035

Re: 2017 Area Fireworks Shows

May 28th: River's Edge Park (Loessfest CB) June 16th: TD Ameritrade Park (CWS opening ceremonies) June 30th: Memorial Park (Bank of the West Celebrates America) July 2nd: Werner Park (Omaha Storm Chasers Independence Fireworks) July 3rd: Werner Park (Omaha Storm Chasers Independence Fireworks) July...
by NeonMartiniGlass
Mon Apr 24, 2017 9:33 am
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Historic Street Names
Replies: 31
Views: 5857

Re: Historic Street Names

Omababe wrote:I wonder if there are any other patterns to the Omaha streets?
From East to West they increase numerically... :lol: :lol: :lol:
by NeonMartiniGlass
Tue Apr 18, 2017 10:56 am
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Ted & Wallys in Benson
Replies: 23
Views: 2538

Re: Ted & Wallys in Benson

mr. omaha wrote:According to their facebook page, Localmotive is closing Oct. 15th :(
Looks like Big Green Q food truck is moving in to the old Localmotive Brick and Mortar space in May. The truck has been parked outside on a regular basis lately and they have a Craigslist ad up for workers.
by NeonMartiniGlass
Mon Apr 03, 2017 9:34 am
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Benson
Replies: 458
Views: 105715

Re: Benson

vonski wrote:Does anyone know what is sharing the old Benson Appliance store with Lot2?
Lot 2 is expanding to have additional seating.
by NeonMartiniGlass
Thu Feb 02, 2017 7:51 am
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Top Golf Omaha (Westroads Area)
Replies: 168
Views: 34987

Re: Top Golf Omaha

Dealers west of westroads is where it's going. That will be a while then. I was told they closed on land out near Village Point a week or so ago, so maybe not AS long as you think. Not as quick as a pad tho. I should annotate that the westroads site is what I was told isn't the lead between that an...
by NeonMartiniGlass
Tue Jan 24, 2017 12:44 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Former Grace University Site
Replies: 40
Views: 10109

Re: Grace University

iamjacobm wrote:http://www.ketv.com/article/grace-unive ... ls/8633898

Entire campus sold to OPS. Interesting.
Not the entire campus. They still own the dorms and the admin offices on 9th and William.
by NeonMartiniGlass
Fri Jan 06, 2017 8:28 am
Forum: Rumors
Topic: Next to Costco 124th and Dodge
Replies: 2
Views: 963

Next to Costco 124th and Dodge

Anyone know what's going on to the west of Costco? If there's already a thread here, please direct me. Thanks!
by NeonMartiniGlass
Fri Jan 06, 2017 8:22 am
Forum: Omaha Metro Area Government
Topic: 2017 City Council Election
Replies: 11
Views: 2915

Re: 2017 City Council Election

South Omaha neighborhood leader Kimara Snipe announces run for City Council
Sounds like a Jedi name. :D
by NeonMartiniGlass
Tue Nov 29, 2016 8:53 am
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Restaurant/Bar specials
Replies: 3
Views: 431

Re: Restaurant/Bar specials

At Lot 2 in Benson they have happy hour from 5-6 pm Monday-Thursday. Their burger is only $7 and domestic bottles are $2.50. There is other stuff on the happy hour menu, but that's our favorite. My wife and I can eat for less than $25.
by NeonMartiniGlass
Fri Nov 04, 2016 9:04 am
Forum: News and Events
Topic: M's Pub Explosion and Fire
Replies: 282
Views: 38133

Re: M's Pub Explosion and Fire

Not sure I how I feel about the "One story addition". Hope it looks better than what I have pictured in my mind. Too bad its not a 4 story addition to match what was there 80 years ago... It used to be 8? I think he meant a 4 story addition adjacent to the north. That's what used to be th...
by NeonMartiniGlass
Mon Oct 10, 2016 1:39 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Omaha Shirt Project
Replies: 8
Views: 906

Re: Omaha Shirt Project

nativeomahan wrote:And Morton Meadows, Rockbrook, Westgate, Regency, Fairacres, Millard, Columbus Park, Loveland, etc.
Gifford Park
by NeonMartiniGlass
Thu Sep 29, 2016 10:18 am
Forum: eOmahaForums Bar and Grill
Topic: Untapped - Beer App
Replies: 38
Views: 7034

Re: Untapped - Beer App

Brad wrote:Lol, never thought about that one. I have yet to check in an Australian beer...
You've never had a Foster's at Outback? :D
by NeonMartiniGlass
Wed Sep 28, 2016 10:40 am
Forum: Transportation
Topic: New Bike Trail
Replies: 59
Views: 13521

Re: New Bike Trail

Trail is 100% connected by cement as of last week or so. Still construction going on, but after work hours, I have had no problem running on the trail. Probably my favorite trail in Omaha due to the tree cover and lack of bikers zipping past you. As a biker who will soon be "zipping past you&q...
by NeonMartiniGlass
Mon Jul 18, 2016 11:33 am
Forum: Sports
Topic: USA Triathlon Age Group National Championship
Replies: 5
Views: 913

Re: USA Triathlon Age Group National Championship

Already had a thread so I merged them together. Man, I even searched first. Don't know why it didn't show up... :shock: LOL... I do, you misspelled "Triathlon" as "Triathalon". I did a search with your spelling, then I googled it. You had an extra "A" in there... :oops:
by NeonMartiniGlass
Mon Jul 18, 2016 11:28 am
Forum: Sports
Topic: USA Triathlon Age Group National Championship
Replies: 5
Views: 913

Re: USA Triathlon Age Group National Championship

Brad wrote:Already had a thread so I merged them together.
Man, I even searched first. Don't know why it didn't show up... :shock:
by NeonMartiniGlass
Mon Jul 18, 2016 11:23 am
Forum: Sports
Topic: USA Triathlon Age Group National Championship
Replies: 5
Views: 913

2016 USA Triathlon Age Group Nationals

Thought it might be worth mentioning that this is coming to Omaha in a few weeks. :clap:

[youtube][/youtube]
by NeonMartiniGlass
Thu Jun 30, 2016 9:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Douglas County GIS Maps
Replies: 8
Views: 1514

Re: Douglas County GIS Maps

Brad wrote:dogis was updated with 2016 Aerial Photos. http://www.dogis.org
Oh jeez. I was planning on a productive day at work, too. :D
by NeonMartiniGlass
Tue Jun 21, 2016 12:24 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: CWS and the Old Market
Replies: 17
Views: 2130

Re: CWS and the Old Market

daveoma wrote:Fights are simply a part of having so many bars in close proximity to each other. It's easy to binge drink, then people go from drink to stupid drunk.
I don't hear about a lot of fighting in Benson. There's a bar every 10 feet over there.
by NeonMartiniGlass
Tue May 24, 2016 9:11 am
Forum: Business
Topic: Dundee Bank
Replies: 1
Views: 623

Re: Dundee Bank

I remember one time the building and loan owner's uncle lost about $8000 while taking a deposit to the bank. This old rich guy found the found the money and hit it from them. When the bank examiner discovered the lost deposit, the owner feared he would lose his family and his business. He contemplat...
by NeonMartiniGlass
Tue May 10, 2016 9:39 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: 13th and William Revitalization
Replies: 173
Views: 56547

Re: 13th and William Revitalization

Anyone know about how far south they want to keep developing? I have a rental house on 11th St. by Sokol Auditorium and I would just love to sell it to a developer. :D :D :D :D
by NeonMartiniGlass
Tue May 10, 2016 9:34 am
Forum: Photography and Videos
Topic: Old photos
Replies: 184
Views: 72274

Re: Old photos

AMAZING SHOT: https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7314/16509208142_0ccd2d9fe9_o.jpg Zoom in and the detail is astonishing. The building that is under construction on the right end of the photo (just left of the David Cole Creamery sign) is the Skinner Macaroni building. The date on the picture is 1914 a...
by NeonMartiniGlass
Fri Apr 22, 2016 2:55 pm
Forum: Photography and Videos
Topic: Old photos
Replies: 184
Views: 72274

Re: Old photos

Man I love looking at these old photos. Glad I found this board again!!