Rainbow Connectors Guild THINGS THAT GO AND THINGS THAT GROW! The Rainbow Connectors Guild hosted the annual For the Kids Benefit that created an enchanting, memorable experience for all in attendance and raised more than $250,000 for the museum. The event, themed “Things That Go and Things That Grow,” was chaired by Sarah Hinsley, Piper Johnson and Melissa Schafer. Honorary chairs were Denny and Diana Walker along with corporate sponsor JetLinx. The Rainbow Connectors Guild is committed to the advancement and growth of Omaha Children’s Museum. In addition to planning the museum’s largest annual fundraiser, For the Kids Benefit, this active group of hardworking, dedicated volunteers offers friend-raising events throughout the year. With nearly 100 members, the Guild takes pride in the museum and what it offers to the children of the Omaha community. GREAT FRIENDS TO KIDS LUNCHEON GUILD BOARD EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2012/2013 The 2013 For the Kids Benefit raised more than $250,000 for the museum. President Beth Ochsner President-Elect Christie Oberto Treasurer Jackie Cutler Corresponding Secretary Kayla Hawkins Recording Secretary Kelly Buscher Vice President of Friend-raising Samantha Wahl Vice President of Fundraising Sarah Hinsley Membership Melissa Schafer and Alyson Demman Adviser Wendi Kroeger Event chairs for the 2013 For the Kids Benefit fundraiser were, from left: Piper Johnson, Melissa Schafer and Sarah Hinsley. Omaha Children’s Museum honored the Campbell Family Foundation and Oriental Trading Company at the annual Great Friends to Kids Luncheon. This luncheon honors individuals and organizations who strive to make Omaha a better place to live, learn and grow for the youth of our community. This year’s Great Friend to Omaha Children’s Museum was given to the Campbell Family Foundation for its generous support of the museum for more than 25 years. Through The Great Friend to Omaha generous gifts from the foundation, Children’s Museum award the museum has been able to create recipients, from left: Chuck fascinating and engaging exhibits such Campbell, Lindy Hoyer, Karen as the Charlie Campbell Science and Levin and Ann Hofmann. Technology Center. The Great Friends to Kids award was given to Oriental Trading Company for its creative approach to enriching youth education. The company’s dedication to encouraging fun through learning and imaginative play helps Omaha Children’s Museum create engaging, inspiring programs for our guests. The Karnes Family Hosts‘An Evening of Santa’s Magic’ At Omaha Children’s Museum, 2013 marked the second year of “An Evening of Santa’s Magic,” an event that is quickly becoming an annual holiday tradition for many museum guests. Kris and Dave Karnes, along with their daughters, Kate and Alexandra, hosted “An Evening of Santa’s Magic” to thank the donors and organizations who graciously provide inancial support to Omaha Children’s Museum throughout the year. The 2013 event included a holiday light show, arts and crafts and a visit from Snow Queen, Santa and his elves. “An Evening of Santa’s Magic” is an annual thank-you to the donors and organizations that support the museum. Hosts for the 2013 event were Kris and Dave Karnes and their daughters, Kate and Alexandra. Shown with Santa are Kris Karnes, left, Kate Karnes and Dave Karnes. w T he Ne BRAND NEW Starting at 159 $ Installed! 299 $ WAC www.omahaglasspro.com 6701 L Street, Omaha NE 68117 Call Today! 402-238-1341 Includes all parts & labor. Installed! REMOTE START Starting at 139 $ 2-door starting at Installed! Call for details 4-door starting at 129 149 $ Call for details REMOTE START/ ALARM COMBO 0% Financing for 12 Months! WINDOW TINTING WINDSHIELDS $ REMOTE START with Keyless Entry 199 $ 99 $ 19 $ InstalledCall! for details AMPS 79 $ Call for details CHIP REPAIR In Shop Only SUBS Call for details 199 $ 7” IN-DASH DVD Call for details