SPRINGFIELD NEWSLETTER

What’s New in Springfield, NE

March 21, 2007

Happy, Happy Spring ! Today is the first full day of spring 2007, which began officially yesterday, March 20, at 7:07pm CDT. We anticipate warmer weather, quenching rains, and spring flowers. The forecast this week is calling for rain. After the past year’s drought, we should be thankful for any moisture mother nature gives us. Bring on the rain!

March is kite flying season. Kite flying is a great activity for the whole family.
There are many different types of kites to choose from. For medium winds,
a Delta, Dragon or Diamond works best. Box and Parafoil kites fly better in
stronger winds.
Please remember these important safety tips while enjoying kite flying:

1. Fly your kite away from other people.
2. Don't fly close to roads, landing a kite in a road could cause an accident.
3. Stay away from overhead power lines.
4. Choose a park or open field to fly your kite.
5. Don't fly near airports.
6. Never fly in rain or lightening. Electricity in clouds is attracted to damp kite lines and kite fliers.

Fly safe and have fun!

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN SPRINGFIELD

March 22 - Thursday, 7:00 pm - Springfield Days meeting. An organizational meeting is planned. Anyone who would like to help out may attend. Volunteers are needed to organize the parade and to take money at the barbeque dinner and the street dance. Join in the fun and support a great cause. Groups or individuals may contact me at Editor@SpringfieldNebraska.com

March 25- Sunday, 10am - 3:30pm - American Red Cross Blood Drive. Springfield City Hall, 170 No, 3rd St. Call 341-2723 to schedule an appointment. Help celebrate American Red Cross Month and give the gift of life.

March 30 - Lenten Fish Fry at St. Joseph’s Church from 5:00-7:30 p.m. Adults pay $6.00. Kids eat cheese pizza or macaroni and cheese for only $1.00! All food is prepared by the good chefs of the Knights of Columbus. Desserts served by the St. Joseph’s Ladies Guild. Last chance to be there or be square!

March 27 - 4:30 - 5:30pm Sarpy County Cooperative Head Start Round -Up will be conducted at Springfield Elementary (Portable). Programs include Early Head Start and Head Start. Call 339-6592 for more information.

Free Tax Preparation for those with incomes under $50,000. A “Greater Omaha Community Action” representative is working at the Springfield Memorial Library on Wednesdays from 1:00 - 5:00pm. The end of the tax season is soon approaching. Call Laura at 292-2640 to schedule an appointment.

April 3, 9, 16, 23 - Art Workshop, 3:30 - 4:30 pm at Springfield Memorial Library for ages 9-12. The Thursday class is full but openings are available for a Tuesday session. Please call the library at 253-2797 or stop by to register. No drop-ins are allowed for this program.

SPRINGFIELD HISTORICAL TIDBIT
Early in the spring of 1883, Captain James D. Spearman started the erection of his farm house just across the creek on the west from Springfield. Sir John Roberts, an old country stonemason, built the Gibraltar-like stone wall and steps leading up to the farm mansion.
-Reference: Springfield At It’s Source 1882-1982

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