WHAT’S NEW IN SPRINGFIELD, NE
October 14, 2009
It’s official…
The new Springfield Volunteer Fire Hall held their ribbon cutting ceremony on October 10, 2009.
Congratulations on this fine new facility.
Current Fire Chief Jason Lutz looks on as former Fire Chief Mike Mann,Rural Board member Tony Long, former Fire Chief Louie Post, and Lifetime fire dept. member Tom Buskirk cut the ribbon.
SPRINGFIELD KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
SUBSTANCE ABUSE POSTER CONTEST
The Springfield St Joseph’s Catholic Church Knights of Columbus are sponsoring a Substance Abuse Awareness Art Contest. Every entry qualifies for a chance to win a Tom Osborne autographed football or a John Cook autographed volleyball! All students in grades 3 – 6 who live in the South Sarpy District #46 or who attend St. Joseph’s Church may enter the contest. Enter by November 19 for a chance to win the football or volleyball. The drawing will be held at the Springfield Elementary gym between 6:45 and 7:30pm. Entry forms and 11x17paper may be picked up at Springfield Elementary, Westmont Elementary, and St. Joseph’s Church (on the back table).
FAMILY PUMPKIN DECORATING NIGHT
SPRINGFIELD ELEMENTARY
WESTMONT ELEMENTARY
Tuesday October 27
6-8pm
LIBRARY NEWS
VNA Flu Clinic is scheduled for October 22 from 4-6pm in the Library’s meeting room. The VNA will provide flu shots for person 13 years of age and older. Anyone under the age of 19 must have a parent or guardian present to sign the consent form. Cost of the flu shot is $25 or free with a Medicare Part B card or Railroad Medicare. Flu mist will be available for ages 2-49 years for $30 each.
Come to the library for Fall Preschool Storytime every Monday until November 23 at 9:30pm. Ages 2 ½ - 5 are invited for books and fun activities. No registration is required.
POETRY AND PRINTS ART SHOW
Springfield Memorial Library
October 15, 7-8pm
The community is invited to view art and poetry
Created by students in the art class
Halloween Crafts
Springfield Memorial Library
October 27, 3:30 -5:00
snacks served, too!
Senior Meal
Springfield American Legion Auxiliary #143
October 22, noon
**Important** Please call Pat at 253 – 2825
To make your reservation
Soaring Wings Vineyard
Acoustic Sunday
October 11, 2-5 p.m.
Stephen Monroe performs
Free admission!
Springfield ArtWorks Gallery& Studio
Owner’s Glenn and Margie Trembley are excited about locating to Springfield. Remodeling the space is on track for opening the gallery and studio soon. And more exciting news! Classes will be offered! The first classes planned will be felted ornaments and package toppers, felted flowers, and decorating wool berets with yarn and wool. For more information, check out their website at: www.springfieldartworks.com
**OPEN**
FABULOUS DEW DROP INN SPORTS BAR
WATCH HUSKER GAMES ON THE BIG SCREEN
OUTDOOR PATIO
WIRELESS NETWORK
DRINK SPECIALS
***Reminder***
The Town Hall meeting scheduled to discuss the Garbage Collection is now scheduled for October 15 at 7pm at City Hall. Please plan to attend to offer your opinion on this very important matter.
H1N1 NEWS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:October 5, 2009 H1N1 intranasal vaccine received Papillion, NE—A very limited shipment of H1N1(LAIV) intranasal vaccine was received today by Pediatric and Family Practice clinics in Bellevue, LaVista, Papillion, and Plattsmouth. This vaccine was ordered by the Sarpy/Cass Department of Health and Wellness for these providers last week with the intent to distribute it evenly throughout the county. Weeping Water can expect a delivery late today or tomorrow. Parents should call their provider to see if they offer the vaccine and whether they or their child fits into one of the target groups to be vaccinated. The intranasal vaccine received contains a live-attenuated virus. Because this is a live virus, pregnant women may not receive this specific formulation of the H1N1 vaccine. There will be vaccines received at a later time which pregnant women may receive. For More Information, contact: Dianne Kelly, 402-339-4334 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.Nancy Braswell, 402-339-4334 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN SPRINGFIELD
The Calendar
October 15, 7pm - Town Hall meeting on Garbage Collection
October 15, 7-8pm –Poetry and Prints Art Show at Springfield Memorial Library
October 21 – South Sarpy District #46 schools: Parent Teacher Conferences
October 22 – South Sarpy District #46 Schools: Parent Teacher Conferences
October 22, noon - Senior Meal @ American Legion Hall
October 22, 4-6pm – VNA Flu Clinic at the Library
October 23 – South Sarpy District #46 schools no classes
HAPPENING NEARBY:
Auditions at the Lofte Community Theatre
Manley, NE --The Lofte Community Theatre near Manley announces that it will be holding open auditions for their holiday production, "Uh-oh, Here Comes Christmas." Auditions will be held at the theater on Monday, October 19 and Tuesday, October 20 at 7PM, and will consist of cold readings from the script. The production will be directed by Kevin Colbert.
Several holiday stories from Robert Fulghum, best-selling author of "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten" have been crafted into an engaging evening of storytelling and song. This takes a poignant look at the struggle to find the spirit of the holidays amid the glut of commercialism that crashes down every December. Parts are available for 3 men and 2 women of various ages. A pianist is also needed for the production as it does contain some musical selections.
Performance dates are December 4-6, 11-13 and 17-20. Questions may be addressed to Director Kevin Colbert by calling the theater, (402) 234-2553 or by sending an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Bloom Where You're Planted Farm & Pumpkin Patch
911-108th St., Avoca, NE 68307
Pumpkin Festival
Sept. 19 - Nov. 1, 2009
Fridays 1-6 p.m.
Saturdays & Sundays 10 a.m.- 6 p.m
Terry or Teresa Lorensen, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Music Fills the Air at the Old School House in
Avoca, NE
Debby Greenblatt, championship fiddler and fiddle book author, will be giving a “Fiddle Master Class” on Saturday, October 24, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. This informative, entertaining event is sponsored by the Big Muddy Fiddle Club. Participants may either play a tune they are working on for the group and get some coaching from Debby or ask a question about style, technique, or fiddle music in general. Master classes give every one a chance to get some help and support in their fiddling, while the whole group benefits from the teaching. Any skill level may participate. Not brave enough to perform in front of the group? Listeners may also register to sit in on the session and pick up some tips. The workshop will be held at the home of Jim Harvey, 518 S 88th St, Omaha, Nebraska. Seating is limited, register early! Jamming will follow from 4:00—6:00 p.m. free of charge! Coffee and snacks will be provided. Questions? Contact Mary Pat Kleven, 402-490-6710, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
(Participant fee: $15 (member) $25 (non-member); Listener fee $8 (member) $10 (non-member).
Make checks payable to “Big Muddy Fiddle Club” and mail to treasurer Dan Kane, 14518 Oak Street, Omaha, NE 68144)
For folks who have never played a fiddle or violin, and are brave enough to try. Come to the “Schoolhouse Fiddle Workshop for Folks Who Have Never Fiddled”. Championship fiddler and fiddle book author, Deborah Greenblatt, will share some hints about beginning fiddling, shopping for a fiddle, reading music, playing by ear, etc. Fiddles will be available for participants to play, and source lists and advice for further study will be provided. The Workshop takes place on Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1 PM - 3 PM, in the Old Avoca Schoolhouse, Avoca, Nebraska. Pre-registration is required, enrollment is limited, and there is a $20.00 fee. For more information, call 402-275-3221, or send an e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Schoolhouse Fiddling Bee Results
The Thirteenth Annual Schoolhouse Fiddling Bee in Avoca, Nebraska, was enjoyed by a full house on Sunday afternoon, October 11, in the auditorium of The Old Avoca Schoolhouse.
Twenty-four musicians from Nebraska (Brock, Davey, Lincoln, Nebraska City, Omaha, Seward, and Thailand competed.
In the Open Division, each fiddler has to play a hoedown, a waltz, and a tune of choice.
The winners are:
First Place - Jim Harvey, Omaha, Nebraska
Second Place - Nolan Devries, Lincoln, Nebraska
Third Place - Alana Hux, Lincoln, Nebraska
In the Singing Division, each fiddler has to play and sing a tune at the same time.
The winners are:
First Place- Piper Monson, Brock, Nebraska
Second Place- Dottie Ladman, Lincoln, Nebraska
Third Place- Ella Moll, Seward, Nebraska
In the Fee Fi Faux Division, each musician has to play a fiddle tune on an instrument that is not a fiddle.
The winners are:
FIrst Place - Josh Krohn, banjoist, Omaha, Nebraska
Second Place - Alana Hux, violist, Lincoln, Nebraska
Third Place - Gabe Blowers, accordianist, Davey, Nebraska
In the Hocus Pous Division, the fiddler must play a tune using cross-tuning, sound effects, dancing, etc.. The winners are:
First Place - Nolan Devries, Lincoln, Nebraska
Second Place - Jasper Zoucha, Lincoln, Nebraska
Third Place - Emmi Moll, Seward, Nebraska
In the Twin Fiddling Division, two fiddlers have to play a tune together with one playing the melody, and the other playing the harmony.
The winners are:
First Place - Makayla Urbauer & Alana Hux, Lincoln, Nebraska
Second Place - Jeanne Fike & Sandra Ford, Omaha, Nebraska
Next year, the 14th Annual Schoolhouse Fiddling Bee will be held on Sunday, October 10, 2010.
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-George Bernard Shaw
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