Trips/Excursions
Friday, June 10, 2016
7:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Golf
Come and join your fellow colleagues at The Players Club at Deer Creek, Omaha’s only 27-hole championship golf course designed by PGA Tour Legend Arnold Palmer. Ticket Price: $115 to cover transportation to and from the hotel, golf cart, green fees and lunch.
3:00 – 6:30 p.m.
We Don’t Coast…We Empower!
In its fourth year, the Women CEOs Leadership Retreat will learn about Borsheims, a Berkshire Hathaway subsidiary that’s been in business for more than 100 years and is a staple in Omaha. This fine jewelry store maintains an inventory of more than 100,000 pieces. CFO and Goodwill Omaha Board Member, Erin Limas will lead an all-female executive panel followed by a wine and cheese reception with plenty of time for shopping afterwards! Ticket Price: $75 to cover the cost of transportation to and from the hotel and light hors d’oeuvres.
Saturday, June 11, 2016
10:00 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
We Don’t Coast…We Shop!
We invite you to spend your afternoon at one of the nation’s largest independent jewelry stores in the
heart of Omaha, Borsheims. A proud Berkshire Hathaway subsidiary, Borsheims is known the world over
for its vast selection of merchandise, expert sales team and everyday value. In addition to learning about
this Omaha staple that has been in business for more than 100 years, you’ll also receive a tutorial about diamonds from a jewelry expert, have your jewelry cleaned and take a special tour of the Lux Collection, a unique assortment of jewelry and precious stones. After visiting Borsheims, guests will have the opportunity to shop at a number of shops at Regency Court. Ticket Price: $25 to cover transportation to and from the hotel; lunch at your own cost.
Sunday, June 12, 2016
9:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
We Don’t Coast…We Enjoy the Arts!
Joslyn Art Museum opened to the public in 1931, and its collection has grown to include more than 11,000 works representing artists and cultures from antiquity to the present. Highlights include a highly regarded collection of Greek pottery, Renaissance and Baroque masterworks, noteworthy 19th century French paintings and Impressionist masterpieces by Renoir and Monet. Explore the museum on your own with assistance along the way from docents stationed throughout the building. Enjoy various featured galleries, including the temporary exhibit of fiber-based works by Nebraska-born Sheila Hicks. This excursion wouldn’t be complete without visiting the fountain court, education technology gallery, café and gift shop. Ticket Price: $30 to cover the Sheila Hicks Exhibit and transportation cost to and from the hotel.
2:45 – 6:15 p.m.
We Don’t Coast… We Indulge!
Touring the Nebraska Brewing Company is guaranteed to be crazy fun! On this 50-minute tour, a Brewery Ambassador will lead you through the production facility where you’ll meet the people behind the pints, learn about the art and science of crafting beer, fathom the finer points of the Nebraska Brewing Company and discover why this beer is their pride and joy. From cutting-edge tools, incredible production staff and creative prowess, you’ll see all that defines Nebraska Brewing Company. You’ll also take part in a tasting of eight different beer varieties and enjoy an array of light hors d’oeuvres. You’ll leave acquiring a taste for Nebraska beers. Ticket Price: $50 to cover the cost of sampling a variety of beers with light hors d’oeuvres, a tour and transportation to and from the hotel.
6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
We Don’t Coast… We Entertain!
Join Goodwill Industries, Inc., Serving Eastern Nebraska and Southwest Iowa (Omaha) for an evening with colleagues and friends at the Holland Performing Arts Center for Omaha Night Out. The Holland offers crisp, urban modernism inside and out. With bold European design and finely engineered acoustics, this performing arts center is truly among the best in the country. Enjoy spectacular views of downtown Omaha in an intimate atmosphere. The night will feature local food fare from Nebraska to include chili with a cinnamon roll and hamburger pizza to name a few. The evening will be capped off with coffee and desserts from local establishments while enjoying music from one of Omaha’s most popular cover bands, Finest Hour.
Monday, June 13, 2016
9:30 a.m. – Noon
Select Your Local Goodwill Tour of Choice:
We Don't Coast...We ROC!
Come spend your morning touring the Omaha Goodwill’s Retail Operations Center. Also known as The ROC, this 90,000 square foot building not only houses the retail processing division, it is also home to two specialty stores and a variety of other community-based services. There’s the computer recycling store GoodBytes and the WearHouse Store, where most items are sold by the pound. Other services operated out of this building include the commercial contracts division RePack, Goodwill Grounds, the Retail Floor Crew, e-commerce, e-cycling and the after-market and recycling programs. All of these services and businesses play a pivotal role as a learning ground for the special education high school students in the Work Experience program. We cordially invite you to come and see all the wonderful things happening at The ROC.
We Don't Coast...We Take the Helm!
Goodwill Omaha Headquarters and Employment Services Center is located in the heart of Omaha and on the outskirts of the thriving and hip neighborhood known as Benson. The building design is simple with plenty of open space. From "chance encounter" areas to recycled furniture, the building scheme has won several awards for architectural design. Half the building houses the agency's largest retail store and donation center. The other half consists of the administration offices and the main employment and training center. Also known as Benson Park Plaza, this location offers a variety of training programs, a large community gathering center, spacious classrooms and a computer center. Join us for an in-depth tour meeting the people and participants behind the Omaha Goodwill.
1:00 – 6:15 p.m.
We Don’t Coast…We Monkey Around!
Visit the world's largest indoor desert and nocturnal exhibits along with one of North America's largest indoor rainforests at the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. Other world-class exhibits include the Scott Aquarium, Hubbard Orangutan Forest and Gorilla Valley, Lozier IMAX® Theater, Durham's Bear Canyon, Berniece Grewcock Butterfly and Insect Pavilion, and more. Explore Kingdoms of the Night featuring the world's largest indoor swamp, a canyon and massive caves. Experience Skyfari, the aerial tram that transports guests to a new view of the zoo. Rated the number-one zoo in Trip Advisor, we guarantee you will not be disappointed. Ticket Price: $35 for adults and $25 for kids ages (3 - 11) to cover the zoo admission and transportation to and from the hotel.
2:45 – 6:15 p.m.
We Don’t Coast…We Bloom!
Escape to an urban oasis of beauty and tranquility at Lauritzen Gardens. Experience the glory of the garden and discover a hidden sanctuary in the heart of the city. Take part in a guided walking tour of the beautiful grounds or roam the gardens on your own while cultivating your mind in this living plant museum, conveniently located in the beautiful riverfront hills. Ticket Price: $40 to cover the admission/fee and a guided walking tour and transportation to and from the hotel.
Tuesday, June 14, 2016
9:15 – 11:30 a.m.
We Don't Coast...We Take the Helm!
Goodwill Omaha Headquarters and Employment Services Center is located in the heart of Omaha and on the outskirts of the thriving and hip neighborhood known as Benson. The building design is simple with plenty of open space. From "chance encounter" areas to recycled furniture, the building scheme has won several awards for architectural design. Half the building houses the agency's largest retail store and donation center. The other half consists of the administration offices and the main employment and training center. Also known as Benson Park Plaza, this location offers a variety of training programs, a large community gathering center, spacious classrooms and a computer center. Join us for an in-depth tour meeting the people and participants behind the Omaha Goodwill.
