We're up and ready to go!

It's been a while since we have posted but Oscar and I have been busy tending to the newest member of Deer Park: our baby boy!  I will do a little back tracking so everyone knows the amazing things that have happened in the neighborhood in the last few weeks.  Enjoy!

Katie

Vinton Street Creativity Festival

For the second year in a row, the Vinton Street Creativity Festival re-energized the historical Vinton Street Community.  There was never a dull moment in the day with all the bustling activity. Thank you Habitat for Humanity for all your contributions to the event.  Thank you Vinton Street merchants for sponsoring the amazing bands and performers on the stage.

We also got to welcome Vinton's newest resident, the Apollon, that weekend.  We are excited to have you in the neighborhood!

Victory Boxing giving kids skills and confidence.

The chalkboard conversation pieces let everyone express what they love about the neighborhood and life in general.

KETV Channel 7 getting some awesome coverage of Mike from Deaf Audio.

Midwest Dilemma took the stage and rocked it!
 

More urban art going down.

Break dancing during one of the band performances; so much was going on! 

Thank you, Omaha Police Department, for patrolling the event.

Omaha Storm taught kids how to properly throw footballs.

Grace University taking a break from the busy day!

Representatives for Congressman Lee Terry kept cool in the shade.

How cool did this piece turn out?

Oscar started setting up at 6:00 a.m.  Thank you, Bag 'N Save, for letting us use your parking lot.  We couldn't have done it without you!

More pictures can be found on our Facebook page.  Like us!

2013 Vinton Street Creativity Festival

Save the date everyone!!! Deer Park's Vinton Street Creativity festival is just around the corner, on Saturday, May 18, 2013.

A day full of fun and creativity. Free Art Workshops, Urban Art demonstration, Pro Skateboard demonstration and lessons, skateboard street course,  Breakdance Performances, Live Music, Local Artists & Craft Merchants, non profit exhibitors, and  much more.

Spread the word that Saturday May, 18, you need to be in Deer Park!!!

Organizations and Vendors interested in attending can download the app here.

Thank you to the our sponsors, The Deer Park Neighborhood Association, Habitat for Humanity of Omaha, and The City of Omaha. We are so grateful for this event.

See you there!!!

Spring Craft Bazaar at Bancroft Street Market This Weekend

Don't miss Handmade Omaha's second appearance this year at the Bancroft Street Market.  Peruse the items that will be suitable for everyone!

Successful Spring Clean Up

A big thank you goes out to all involved in the Spring Clean Up on Saturday.  We couldn't have done it without the many volunteers that made the day a success.  Thanks again!

Deer Park Gathering Tonight!

Join the Deer Park Neighborhood Association tonight whileJim Anderson, Community Planning Manager Housing and Community Development Division of the Omaha Planning Department, shares some exciting news about the neighborhood.

Bring your questions and prepare to learn more about your neighborhood’s future!

Omaha Police Explorers Chili Cook Off

The Deer Park Neighborhood Association appreciates everything the Omaha Police Department does and supports the Police Explorer program.  Please consider joining them for their annual cook off.