SPRINGFIELD NEWSLETTER

What’s New in Springfield, NE

October 3, 2007

October is National Fire Prevention Month in the United States. Do you know what to do in case of a fire in your home? There will be a great opportunity to educate yourself and members of your family right here in Springfield on Saturday, October 13th. The Springfield Volunteer Fire Department will celebrate Fire Prevention Month with its Annual Barbeque and Family Fun Night from 5pm-9pm at the Sarpy County Fairgrounds 4-H Building.

For the Kids:

• Free fire prevention materials
• Meet Smoky the Bear
• Fire truck rides
• E911 simulator
• Scavenger Hunt
• Jaws of Life demonstration
• Fire extinguisher demonstration
• Rescue Squads and Fire Trucks on Display
• Springfield Elementary Coloring Contest Winners Display

For the Adults:

• Free fire prevention materials
• Free smoke detectors (installation available)
• Free Blood Pressure checks
• Husker Football (if televised game available)
• Learn more about becoming a member

For Everyone: Great Food and Fun! Admission is Free! Donations are Appreciated!!!

CONGRATULATIONS to Platteview High Marching Band for winning the Team Competition along with Omaha Central and Gretna at last Saturday’s Papillion Festival of Bands!

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN SPRINGFIELD

October 8 - Legal U. S. Holiday, Columbus Day observed. All government offices closed.

October 9, 11:30 – Senior Brown Bag Lunch at Springfield Memorial Library. It’s time for soup!

October 11, 4-6pm – VNA Flu Immunization Clinic at Springfield Memorial Library, 665 Main St., for ages 13 & up. $25.00 or free with Part B Medicare card. Parent or guardian permission is needed for under 19 years of age. Help prevent the flu and get a flu shot!

October 12 – South Sarpy District #46 Schools: End of the quarter, Early Dismissal

October 12 & 13 – October Boutique hosted by Shirley Santee at Springfield Memorial Library. Friday hours: 9am – 5pm. Saturday hours: 9am- 3pm. Stop by for lots of miscellaneous items by several top artists and crafter's.

October 14- Springfield First United Methodist Church Celebrates its 125th Anniversary! Everyone is invited to this commemorative event. A special worship service takes place at 10:00 with special guest, Bishop Ann Scherer. Reservations are being taken for a meal to follow the worship service. An auction of a full size quilt, 2 table runners, and 1 table square will take place. Congratulations to Springfield’s First United Methodist Church!

October 17 & 18- South Sarpy District #46 Schools: Early Dismissal & Parent/Teacher Conferences

October 19 - South Sarpy District #46 Schools: No School! Sleep in kids! It’s a long weekend!

October 27, 5-7:30pm - Annual Soup Supper at St. Joseph’s Church hosted by the Ladies Guild. A raffle will take place during the event.

October 28- 1-4pm – Fall Festival & Pumpkin Decorating Contest at Springfield Memorial Library. Adults and children are invited to crave or paint a pumpkin to enter in the contest. Judging will take place during the festival by the public. Decorated pumpkins may be dropped off at the library, Thursday, Oct. 25 and Saturday, Oct 27 during normal open hours. Join us on Sunday, October 28 for a fun event.

The Good News Club is a Bible–Centered Club that meets every Monday after school in the Springfield Elementary Gym from 3:30 -5:00. The club is open to all children regardless of religious affiliation. All helpers are carefully screened and trained and parents are welcome to visit any time. There is no cost to attend. Parental permission slip must be filled out and brought to the first meeting a child attends.

Construction is still going on at the new Fabulous Dew Drop Inn restaurant. I’ve heard it may still be a week or two before the grand opening. From all the buzz, folks can’t wait! We still have copies of the menu at the library for anyone who is interested in taking a peek at what will be offered. I must say, though, the outside front is looking quite spiffy!

In Our Nearby Area:
October 14, 9am – 12pm Elmwood Volunteer Fire Department hosts “The Waffleman”. All You Can Eat: Belgian Waffles, 5 flavor syrups, strawberries, whipped cream, sausage, and drinks. Free will donation. Proceeds benefit the Elmwood Rescue Squad’s fund to purchase new equipment.

SPRINGFIELD HISTORICAL TIDBIT:
A vacancy in the board of health was created when Dr. J.A. Peters of Springfield responded to his country’s call and went to Camp Funston to prepare to accompany the troop to France.
-Reference: The Springfield Monitor, October 3, 1957 issue, “Forty Years Ago”

~Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.
-Will Rogers

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.