SPRINGFIELD NEWSLETTER

What’s New in Springfield, NE

February 20, 2008

It’s been a loooong winter here in the Midwest. What was up with that flock of robins I saw last January on the MoPac Trail? I hope they are basking somewhere warm. This has been a great year for snowmobiling, sledding, ice skating and all other winter activities. Oh well, soon spring will arrive and the long awaited thaw out begins, especially for my very icy back yard.

Speaking of Spring….now’s the time to start planning those lawn and garden projects. So dig out those flower and seed catalogs you’ve stashed somewhere and start ordering or, better yet, visit nearby lawn and garden centers. Bring on the feeling that the “Big Thaw” is soon to arrive.

"Springfield, where the west begins! "
"The sun sets on Springfield!"
"Fly down south to Springfield! "

Got a better idea than these???? Of course you do!!!
Springfield Days Theme Contest…submit your ideas fast! Winners will receive special recognition during the parade and Springfield Days Bucks to be used during the weekend festivities. Ideas can be submitted to ssimonsen@esu3.org or Connie at the Springfield Library. Deadline: Feb. 28th. Again mark your calendars for June 6 & 7 and don’t miss the fun this 2008. Next planning meeting is Thursday, Feb. 28th at 7:00 p.m. at the library.
~ From Springfield Days Chair Person: Shanna Simonsen

It’s” Preschool Registration” time! Sonshine Preschool at the United Methodist church n Springfield is now taking registrations for the next 2008 -09 school year. Preschool is held on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30 – 11:30am, September – April. Tuition is $110 per month. Registrations can be found at the church or the library.
Check out these very cute Sonshine Preschool students!!!!

Submitted by: Luann Kulm & Heather Shepard

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN SPRINGFIELD

February 23 – Sing Around Nebraska Festival at Platteview High. The concert begins at 4:00pm and is open to the public. Each elementary school chooses 2-10 honor choir singers to participate in the day long festival at 12 sites around the state. Platteview High School is a host site this year. Springfield and Westmont Elementary students are participating. Everyone is invited to attend with an admission of $3.00 for adults and children over 12.
February 28, 7pm -Springfield Days meeting at Springfield Memorial Library
February 29& March 14 – Fish Fry Nights. The St. Joseph Catholic Church Knights of Columbus are having those delicious Lenten Friday Night Fish Fries. Desserts provided by the Ladies Guild. Stop by from 5:00 – 7:30pm for a great meal. Cheese pizza and Mac n Cheese, too!
March 2, 2-5pm – Acoustics Sundays at Soaring Wings Vineyard are beginning again. Enjoy live music by a solo artist each week. Free Admission!
March 5, 9:30 – Preschool Storytime at Springfield Memorial Library. Storytime is starting up for the little ones once again. Bring your 2 ½ - 5 years to the library for 45 minutes of books and activities.
March 7 – South Sarpy School District#46 – Early dismissal for all schools. It’s the end of the quarter.
March 7&8, 7pm- Spring Musical “Bye, Bye Birdie” at Platteview High Auditorium presented by the very talented Platteview High School students.

Get the Word Out!!!
The Springfield Library will be open for a special Friday Night Event for Teens. Teen Tech Night will feature games, computers, and snacks for ages 11-18 from 5:30 -8:30. Bring a friend and hang out for a while.

March 15, 7pm- Meet Your Winemaker Dinner at Soaring Wings Vineyard. A five-course meal will be served by Paul Pleskach of At Your Service Catering. He pairs each entree with our wines. $60 per person with reservations required.
The 2008 Sarpy County Fair will be July 30-Aug 3 with the Parade on Saturday, Aug 2. If your organization is interested in participating in the parade, please contact Russ Zeeb @ RZeeb@aol.com or 681-0929. Click here to download Parade Entry Form

Upcoming event in Weeping Water, NE:
April 12, 7:00 – McClellan Singing Sisters
McClellan Singing Sisters are amazing!! 4 sisters all under 16 singing Gospel songs for the last 7 yrs.
FIRST CHRISTAIN CHURCH, 306 H St., Weeping Water, Ne 402-269-5508
sgmfamily@gmail.com

SPRINGFIELD HISTORICAL TIDBIT:
The school known as the Vintage Building was built in 1918. It housed kindergarten through high school.
-Reference: Springfield, Nebraska At Its Source 1982-1992

~There are things known and there are things unknown, and in between are the doors.
-- Jim Morrison

Connie Manzer

News to the Editor: Please send in all your Springfield area news. Pictures, announcements, and events will be added to the upcoming newsletter. Thanks in advance for all your help. Send to Editor@springfieldnebraska.com.