SPRINGFIELD NEWSLETTER

What’s New in Springfield, NE

June 20, 2007

Summer begins this week and the weather is right on target. Highs in the 90’s will keep us hot and sticky. Where’s the rain? Our area seems to be missing all the storms. Just a little shower will do, please!

Skateboarders, celebrate! June 21 is National Go Skateboarding Day. Skateboarders everywhere take the opportunity to get together and skate. The mission of this day is to have fun. Sounds great! We can all use some excitement in our lives.

One more Sarpy County Sesquicentennial Bench located in the right outside of Springfield. Visit Weiss Studios and Gardens, 13603 Pflug Rd to see “Curly”. You may access this link to find out more about this unique bench: http://www.carlweissart.com/

Filming for the Springfield Simpson’s Movie Challenge took place in our town last Friday. Towns named Springfield around the country are competing to win this contest. A 3-5 min. film will be submitted highlighting our small exceptional town in Nebraska. Good luck Springfield, NE on its chance to win the chance to premiere “The Simpson’s Movie” right here in the Heartland of America.

A fun opportunity for kids (and parents) to read is happening at the Springfield Memorial Library. On Thursday morning from 9:00 – 12:00, the Summer Reading Tent is set up outside the library for visitors to read. Books are provided, as well as, a comfy spot to relax and explore books. Teen volunteers help set up the tent and assist library staff during the tent’s open hours. Thank you to the Nebraska Library Commission for providing funds for this program.

It’s a fun time at the Springfield Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Tent.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN SPRINGFIELD

Cake Decorating classes are now forming. Instructor Christy Carman will teach attendees to decorate cakes! Classes will be held at the Springfield United Methodist Church on July 10, 12, 17, & 19 from 6 -8pm. Sponsored by Michaels and the Springfield United Methodist Church, fees for the class will be offered at the low price of $26.41($25.00, class +$.01, kit = $1.40, tax). Find registration forms around town.

“Get a Clue at Your Library” programs are held on Monday at Springfield Memorial Library. Preschool Storytime begins at 9:30. Elementary ages are invited for Story & Craft Time from 1:00 - 2:00pm. All programs are free. Registration for the Reading Club program is for ages 0 -17 years old. Pick a logbook at the library to record your reading.

Vacation Bible School at St. Joseph’s Church will be held July 9th - 13th. Please register early to assure a spot for your child. Forms can be found at the back of the church.

For Sale: Commemorative Sarpy County Sesquicentennial afghans. An afghan is currently on display at Springfield Memorial Library. The cost is $55.00. You may order by calling 253-2497, 339-8149 or 339-3584.

SPRINGFIELD HISTORICAL TIDBIT:
June 1917- By a vote of 133 to 26, the $20,000 bonds for a new modern school house in Springfield went through.
-Reference: The Springfield Monitor, Forty Years Ago

~ If thine enemy wrong thee, buy each of his children a drum. –Chinese Proverb

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.