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January 31, 2007

Today is the last day in January. We heading into February, the shortest month of the year! Groundhog’s Day is this week. Will the groundhog see his shadow?

January 31st : Today in history -

1949 The first TV daytime soap opera “These Are My Children” was broadcast by the NBC station in Chicago.
1971- Astronauts , Alan B. Shepard, Jr., Edgar D. Mitchell, Stuart Roose blasted off in Apollo 14 for a mission trip to the moon.

Our days and nights are filled with freezing temps and blustery artic winds, so we huddle in our houses and bundle up to traipse out to our cars. So, isn’t this a grand time to do a little home improvement? Think of the possibilities! A gallon of paint will brighten up the kitchen, a new light fixture in the entry way will lighten up that area, or new trim molding will do wonders for a room. Thinking bigger? How about new flooring, replacing the bathroom fixtures, or restoring those kitchen cabinets? Thinking smaller? Purchase fresh flowers, arrange in a vase, and take pleasure in inviting a taste of spring in your home.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN SPRINGFIELD

February 1 - Don’t forget “Late Start” at all South Sarpy District #46 schools.

February 6 - Senior Meal at the Springfield United Methodist Church. Lunch begins at 12:00pm. Free will donations accepted.

February 7 - Have you made your reservation for the annual Valentine Luncheon at the Springfield United Methodist Fellowship Hall? If not call , Anita Webster at 253- 8113 or the church office at 253-2207 by February 3rd. The luncheon will begin at 12:30pm and the cost is $6.00.

February 8 - Springfield Kindergarten Music Program at 7:00pm.

February 8 - 4:00 - 6:00pm Valentine Crafts at Springfield Memorial Library. Stop in to make gifts for family and friends. Refreshments will be served.

February 10 - Mark your calendars for the Mission Soup Supper at St. Joseph‘s Church. Mom won’t have to cook that night! Chili, Chicken Noodle soup, sandwiches, desserts and beverages will be served from 5:00 - 8:00pm. This event is sponsored by all three Springfield churches and benefits their mission projects. $5.00 for Adults, $2.50 for ages 6-12, 5 & under eat free.

February 13 - Senior Brown Bag Lunch at the Springfield Memorial Library. Bring your sandwich. Soup, desserts and beverages will be served. Lunch begins at 11:30am.

February 13 - Young Writers Workshop for ages 9-12 begins after school from 3:30 -4:30 pm. Five sessions will be held. Snacks provided. Call the library at 253-2797 for more information or to sign up.

You know you live in a small town when….

You can’t run to the grocery store looking like you just hopped out of bed hoping no one you know is there, because everyone knows you.
You go for walk with your spouse who stops, points and stares at houses pointing out various home improvements or deteriorations and you haven’t been arrested yet.
You receive calls from other parents when your child is behaving in a fashion that is totaly embarrassing to your family.
You’re “just running” to the post office and you’re gone for 40 minutes because you were gabbing with someone you know.
You don’t know the names of the streets in your town, just where people live.
You run out of gas in the parking lot of the gas station and the owner saves you by filling up the gas can with gas and gets your car started for you. Of course, you only have to pay for the gas. (I’ll never forget you, Dwight Neitzel and Duane Neitzel -second time that happened).

Springfield Historical Tidbit:
On February 1, 1916 as the automobile was beginning to become evident in the area, Mr. Richard H. Kiger and his son Roy established a repair shop and filling station, known as R.H. Kiger and Son, in a building on the north corner of South 1st and Locust Streets.
*Reference: Springfield, Nebraska At Its Source 1882-1982

~I thought I was wrong once, but then I was mistaken.

News to the Editor
- Please send all your Springfield area news to me. Any events or news are welcome and will be added to the upcoming newsletter. Send to Editor@SpringfieldNebraska.com

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