Benson

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Wed Feb 10, 2021 7:01 pm

5920 Maple = Charles Drew Health Center

S.O.Boy · Post by **S.O.Boy** » Thu Feb 11, 2021 6:59 pm

Louie wrote: Wed Feb 10, 2021 2:56 pm
S.O.Boy wrote: Wed Feb 10, 2021 1:02 am They started working on the building that is on the North East corner of 60th & Maple Street.
Just the first bay on the corner? I think the one to the east of that is vacant, too, right?

The construction fence covers both bays.

ita · Post by **ita** » Thu Feb 11, 2021 7:21 pm

Coyote wrote: Wed Feb 10, 2021 7:01 pm 5920 Maple = Charles Drew Health Center

This is a good addition to the neighborhood.

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Thu Feb 11, 2021 7:58 pm

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Jason4225 · Post by **Jason4225** » Sun Feb 14, 2021 1:00 pm

As I live a few blocks away from this area and I walk by this building often, it’s great to see these bays redeveloped. I am not too hopeful, but it would be nice to see a unique look to the front of the building since it’s on the strip.

ita · Post by **ita** » Sun Mar 14, 2021 2:58 pm

Health clinic for teens and young adults to join Benson's eclectic corridor

Cindy Gonzalez
A former thrift store along Benson's main commercial strip is being transformed into a health care clinic for teens and young adults.

Charles Drew Health Center Inc. chose the 5920 Maple St. site to better reach that area's growing target population, said the network's chief executive officer Kenny McMorris.

He noted that the 6,000-square-foot property is near Benson High School and a middle school. Expected to open this summer, the clinic will offer comprehensive physical, mental and behavioral health care and cater to people 15 to 24 years old.

Linkin5 · Post by **Linkin5** » Wed Aug 11, 2021 4:18 pm

Benson Theatre sign is up and looks so freaking cool.

https://www.ketv.com/article/bright-lig ... s/37274194

Louie · Post by **Louie** » Wed Aug 11, 2021 4:26 pm

|expletive| that's cool. What a great addition, looking forward to seeing that lit up on a weekend night.

daveoma · Post by **daveoma** » Sun Aug 15, 2021 5:03 am

That looks so great, I love it! :-)

Linkin5 · Post by **Linkin5** » Mon Aug 16, 2021 1:17 pm

Pretty good building remodel.

NEDodger · Post by **NEDodger** » Mon Aug 16, 2021 4:27 pm

Linkin5 wrote: Mon Aug 16, 2021 1:17 pm Pretty good building remodel.

Wow! That came out looking really sharp.

daveoma · Post by **daveoma** » Sun Dec 19, 2021 7:06 am

I was in Omaha a couple of weeks ago, and I was quite surprised that on a Tuesday night, Benson was hopping. Google said that many places were closed, but there were a lot more people than I expected going into bars and restaurants. Also, I visited Austin, TX for the first time, and judging solely on the vibe of the neighborhoods Austin has nothing on Benson except size.

S.O.Boy · Post by **S.O.Boy** » Mon Jan 31, 2022 1:22 am

Demolition on the white garage area of 2925 N 61st St has occurred.

Jins123 · Post by **Jins123** » Mon Jan 31, 2022 2:20 am

S.O.Boy wrote: Mon Jan 31, 2022 1:22 am Demolition on the white garage area of 2925 N 61st St has occurred.

Address and recent purchase comes back to Bobcat Burrows LLC.

Jins123 · Post by **Jins123** » Mon Jan 31, 2022 2:52 am

Jins123 wrote: Mon Jan 31, 2022 2:20 am
S.O.Boy wrote: Mon Jan 31, 2022 1:22 am Demolition on the white garage area of 2925 N 61st St has occurred.
Address and recent purchase comes back to Bobcat Burrows LLC.

The name Ashley Combe also comes back as a partner that is with TACKarchitects who has been responsible for tacoco building design and the office building across the street from this property BIN61, among many other things

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Wed Feb 23, 2022 2:08 pm

Benson thrift shop helps youth experiencing homelessness

Benson thrift shop helps youth experiencing homelessness

BensonBunnyBoy · Post by **BensonBunnyBoy** » Fri Apr 22, 2022 9:06 pm

A few new updates I saw on the main strip.

New tattoo shop right by YoSh|tomo

YoSh|tomo has bought the building next to it and creating a gallery's, for more seating and omakase's. Also owner is opening a new sushi resturant in the area I have heard.

The Sam's building has been cleared out and sold, not sure what used to go on in there but it was suspect to say the least.

The old coffee shot right next to ted and wally's has been rented by a delta 8/cbd store.

Love seeing new developments in this district I love so much!

Post by **Brad** » Fri Apr 22, 2022 9:34 pm

BensonBunnyBoy wrote: Fri Apr 22, 2022 9:06 pm YoSh|tomo has bought the building next to it and creating a gallery's, for more seating and omakase's. Also owner is opening a new sushi resturant in the area I have heard.

Thanks for the updates. New restaurant is in Countryside Village.

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Sat May 07, 2022 1:42 am

Take Time to Smile: Fine Art For Friday Night in Benson

Dozens of artists will show off their work alongside live music and painting and more at BFF Omaha's First Friday in the Benson neighborhood in Omaha.

BIGO88 · Post by **BIGO88** » Sun May 22, 2022 3:39 am

New skate shop opened at 2905 N 59th St called "Central Skate Shop"

https://www.wowt.com/2022/05/15/central ... ns-benson/

BIGO88 · Post by **BIGO88** » Wed Jun 01, 2022 9:48 pm

Looks like the old Janes Health food Bar was recently purchased and is set to become another axe throwing bar.
Baked After Dark bakery will have to leave that location and are currently looking to move to the former B side theater in benson but nothing is official yet.

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Fri Jun 10, 2022 12:24 pm

Gallagher Park to undergo $1.2 million renovation courtesy of Gallagher family donation

Omaha World-Herald

BensonBunnyBoy · Post by **BensonBunnyBoy** » Mon Jun 13, 2022 6:52 pm

BIGO88 wrote: Wed Jun 01, 2022 9:48 pm Looks like the old Janes Health food Bar was recently purchased and is set to become another axe throwing bar.
Baked After Dark bakery will have to leave that location and are currently looking to move to the former B side theater in benson but nothing is official yet.

Very interesting. Super glad Jane's Market is being put to use, I was curious what it could be ever since I saw the sold sign in the window. Not what I was expecting lol but I'm here for it!

I am kinda surprised baked after dark will need to move, but their location was not great IMO.

BensonBunnyBoy · Post by **BensonBunnyBoy** » Tue Jun 14, 2022 1:20 pm

BensonBunnyBoy wrote: Mon Jun 13, 2022 6:52 pm
BIGO88 wrote: Wed Jun 01, 2022 9:48 pm Looks like the old Janes Health food Bar was recently purchased and is set to become another axe throwing bar.
Baked After Dark bakery will have to leave that location and are currently looking to move to the former B side theater in benson but nothing is official yet.
Very interesting. Super glad Jane's Market is being put to use, I was curious what it could be ever since I saw the sold sign in the window. Not what I was expecting lol but I'm here for it!

I am kinda surprised baked after dark will need to move, but their location was not great IMO.

Talked to Baked after Dark and turns out the funding fell through for the Axe throwing which sucks. New owner of Jane's and cookie shop will let BAD stay, and building is still open for rent from what I understand.

S.O.Boy · Post by **S.O.Boy** » Tue Aug 09, 2022 9:49 pm

I see work is happening at 2749 N 61st St

https://www.google.com/maps/place/2749+ ... authuser=0

Jins123 · Post by **Jins123** » Fri Aug 19, 2022 7:32 pm

S.O.Boy wrote: Tue Aug 09, 2022 9:49 pm I see work is happening at 2749 N 61st St

https://www.google.com/maps/place/2749+ ... authuser=0

Address comes back to Dundee Bank :/

Dundeemaha · Post by **Dundeemaha** » Sat Aug 20, 2022 3:22 am

Years ago they were planning on a branch here. Maybe they're still going to?

Jins123 · Post by **Jins123** » Sat Aug 20, 2022 3:36 am

Dundeemaha wrote: Sat Aug 20, 2022 3:22 am Years ago they were planning on a branch here. Maybe they're still going to?

All locations are based in popular business districts, hip areas

Jins123 · Post by **Jins123** » Wed Sep 14, 2022 1:31 am

Jins123 wrote: Sat Aug 20, 2022 3:36 am
Dundeemaha wrote: Sat Aug 20, 2022 3:22 am Years ago they were planning on a branch here. Maybe they're still going to?
All locations are based in popular business districts, hip areas

Coming soon Dundee Bank signs are on the building. It’s official!

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Wed Sep 14, 2022 1:36 am

So this is going 2749 N 61st St?

Jins123 · Post by **Jins123** » Wed Sep 14, 2022 1:56 am

Coyote wrote: Wed Sep 14, 2022 1:36 am So this is going 2749 N 61st St?

Correct, yes

Jins123 · Post by **Jins123** » Wed Sep 14, 2022 1:58 am

Jins123 wrote: Wed Sep 14, 2022 1:56 am [quote=Coyote post_id=357085 time=<a href="tel:1663119371">1663119371</a> user_id=38]
So this is going 2749 N 61st St?

Correct, yes
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Jins123 wrote: Wed Sep 14, 2022 1:56 am
Coyote wrote: Wed Sep 14, 2022 1:36 am So this is going 2749 N 61st St?
Correct, yes

And the 6073 Maple St building too

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Wed Sep 14, 2022 2:06 am

BensonBunnyBoy · Post by **BensonBunnyBoy** » Thu Jan 12, 2023 1:48 pm

Baked After Dark cookie spot in Benson closing 1/21. Get your cookies while you can

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Fri Jan 13, 2023 12:02 am

BensonBunnyBoy wrote: Thu Jan 12, 2023 1:48 pm Baked After Dark cookie spot in Benson closing 1/21. Get your cookies while you can

Benson bakery closes its doors

Baked After Dark has been a great place to grab a sweet treat in the Benson area. For five years, owner Stacey Johnson has perfected cookie baking. “It’s been a labor of love,” Johnson said. “We really built it from the ground up.” Lately, however, the ingredients she used to make her cookies are harder to come by, and it’s costing Johnson more to purchase what she needs to keep the business going.

S.O.Boy · Post by **S.O.Boy** » Fri Jan 20, 2023 8:43 pm

Coyote wrote: Wed Sep 14, 2022 2:06 am

61st is closed for scaffolding for this building.

S.O.Boy · Post by **S.O.Boy** » Wed Mar 01, 2023 11:24 pm

Scaffolding is gone and that white sliding has been removed.

Post by **Brad** » Wed Mar 01, 2023 11:31 pm

S.O.Boy wrote: Wed Mar 01, 2023 11:24 pm Scaffolding is gone and that white sliding has been removed.

What on the exterior now? Brick?

S.O.Boy · Post by **S.O.Boy** » Thu Mar 02, 2023 10:58 pm

Brad wrote: Wed Mar 01, 2023 11:31 pm
S.O.Boy wrote: Wed Mar 01, 2023 11:24 pm Scaffolding is gone and that white sliding has been removed.
What on the exterior now? Brick?

Wood. You can see the patch jobs over the years.

S.O.Boy · Post by **S.O.Boy** » Fri Mar 03, 2023 8:22 pm

S.O.Boy wrote: Thu Mar 02, 2023 10:58 pm
Brad wrote: Wed Mar 01, 2023 11:31 pm
S.O.Boy wrote: Wed Mar 01, 2023 11:24 pm Scaffolding is gone and that white sliding has been removed.
What on the exterior now? Brick?
Wood. You can see the patch jobs over the years.

It is bare wood. Windows on East side have filled in what looks like new oriented strand board. So what is next?