SPRINGFIELD NEWSLETTER

What’s New in Springfield, NE

July 25, 2007

The Sarpy County Fair is coming right up. This is a big event for Springfield. Our small town swells with people, cars, events, and noise. We actually can’t find a place to park on Main Street! It is exciting to say the least. I know that lots of memories are made at the Fair. For 4-Her’s, when you enter your prize livestock, the produce you’ve grown, baked goods, art projects and sewing projects. Landing a ribbon or prize for your hard work makes a lasting impression. For all the kids, who purchased an armband to ride countless times on the Ferris Wheel, Octopus, Tilt – A-Whirl and Bumper Cars. Maybe you’ve survived a nauseating ride on the Zipper. For the adults who work in the Church food stand and for those of us who visit. Devouring that homemade pie is surely a memorable moment. And speaking of food, cotton candy, snow cones, lemonade, and funnel cakes are all foods that remind us of the county fair. Who can forget about the tractor pulls and rodeo? Make those unforgettable memories for the younger members of your family or relive your own recollections of a past trip to the fair. Be sure to come to Springfield, August 1st – 5th for fun, food, and fair events. For more information and a schedule of what’s happening click on this link: http://www.sarpyfair.com/

The Springfield SSAP Soccer Camp was held July 9 -13th for area soccer players. The camp was held at the Springfield soccer complex with College of St. Mary’s coaches and players instructing camp participants. Each attendee received a soccer ball and t-shirt.

Peter the Near (Great) and his Magic Show wowed ‘em at the Springfield Memorial Library on Monday, July 23rd. The end of the season party for the Summer Reading Program featured spectacular magic tricks and an ice cream social for summer readers, family and friends. Just a reminder that all reading log books must be turned in by July 31st for prizes and to be eligible for the reading contest.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN SPRINGFIELD

July 26, 10:00am The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will hold a Fishing Clinic for kids at the Springfield Memorial Library. Learn about fishing in Nebraska and practice casting a fishing rod.

July 26, 27, 30 & 31, 5:30 – 8pm – Platteview High Football Camp for high school boys.

August 1-5 The Sarpy County Fair at the Fairgrounds in Springfield

August 14 – School Begins - First day of classes

August 25, 7 – 9pm 2nd Annual Swine on the Vine at Soaring Wings Vineyard $25 per person. Enjoy food, wine and music at an old fashioned pig roast. And don’t forget, the Friday Night Music Series continues through Sept. 14th. Free Acoustics Sunday is held 1-4pm with live music by a solo artist. For more information access this link: http://www.soaringwingswine.com/aboutsoaringwingsvineyard.html

July 29 Noon – 4pm Louisville, NE, Last Hot Sunday in July Auto/Truck Show-N-Shine. Mosey down south for:
No fees, No classes, No judging or trophies
JUST MUSIC, FOOD AND FUN
Register at 11:00 a.m. on Main Street or on line
Click Here
DASH PLAQUES FOR FIRST 50 ENTRIES
DJ sponsored by Main Street Cafe
ART CARS ON DISPLAY
Entertainment and fun for all ages (kids are welcome!)
Main Street Businesses open
Shop, Eat, Drink and Relax
Questions?
Call Nancy 402-234-3715 or Dee 402-234-7705
Sponsored by B.U.I. L .D.
and supported in part by a grant from
Cass County Visitor Promotion Committee

SPRINGFIELD HISTORICAL TIDBIT
July 25, 1907 the businessmen of Springfield met and organized an “Industrial Parade and Old Settlers Picnic”. The first Old Settlers Picnic was held August 21, 1907 with 1000 people in attendance.
-Reference: Springfield, Nebraska At It’s Source 1882-1982

~ Always behave like a duck-keep calm and unruffled on the surface but paddle like the devil underneath. Lord Brabazon

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.