WHAT’S NEW IN SPRINGFIELD, NE
DECEMBER 23, 2009
CONGRATULATIONS!
Springfielder at Heart
KEITH HENTZEN
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IT MUST BE CHRISTMAS IN SPRINGFIELD!
There's a Christmas tree in the middle of Main Street!!!
THANK YOU
The American Red Cross wants to say “Thanks” to all who donated blood on Sunday, December 13.They banked 42 units and were very happy with the total since their goal was 30 units.
WAY TO GO SPRINGFIELD!
ST. JOSEPH’S KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
BASKETBALL FREE THROW CONTEST
January 8, 2010
6:00PM
Platteview High School
All boys andgirls 9-13years old are encouraged to come out and enjoy a night offun. Entry forms are on back table at St. Joseph’s Church or just showup at Platteview High’s front gym to sign in at 5:45pm. All boys andgirls age group winners will receive a leather basketball.
FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY
FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY is being offered at the Springfield First United Methodist Church. Join us for a free class preview either Tuesday, December 29th at 6:30pm OR Sunday, January 3rd at 12:00pm. Everyone is welcome and daycare will be provided. Classes start Thursday, January 14th.
Financial Peace University is a common-sense, practical application for managing your money. You'vegot to take this class to see for yourself how much peace you canactually have in your home when you get your money under control. And it's the best time you'll ever have learning about money.
For more information, contact Suzi at 253-3979.
Springfield Memorial Library Foundation
Cookbook“Literary Feast”
The Cookbooks have Arrived!
$15
Over 750 recipes from Springfield’s finest cooks!
These make wonderful Christmas gifts!
Available at the Library,
Springfield State Bank, Springfield Drug, & B&B Pit Stop
NEED A LAST MINUTE GIFT?
BUY LOCAL
Visit Springfield for your Christmas Shopping
Personalized Service
No Long Lines
Parking by the Door
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Holiday Gift Ideas:
Springfield Drug
Cards, Candy, & Gift Items
Soaring Wings Vineyard
The finest Wine in the area!
Customized Gift Baskets, Gift Certificates
B&B Pit Stop, BP Gas Station, Neitzels Corner
Gas Gift Cards
Weiss Art Studios & Gardens
Customized Gifts for the Home & Garden
Springfield ArtWorks
Gift Certificates
Unique Jewelry, Scarves, Hats, Men’s Ties
For a list of local businesses check here:
FRIENDS OF THE SPRINGFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
GIFT IDEAS
MARCUS THEATRE GIFT CERTFICATES & DISCOUNT MOVIE PASSES
VILLAGE INN PIE CERTIFICATES
SPECIALTY COFFEE
SPRINGFIELD ARTWORKS
HOLIDAY HOURS
CLOSING...
CHRISTMAS EVE - 3:30PM
NEW YEARS EVE - 2:00PM
CLOSED
CHRISTMAS
NEW YEARS & JAN 2, 2010
SANTA VISITED SPRINGFIELD AT THE FIRE HALL
MERRY CHRISTMAS
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN SPRINGFIELD –The Calendar
December 23 - South Sarpy District #46 School District, winter break begins
December 25 – MERRY CHRISTMAS
HAPPENING NEARBY:
Briauna Walling, Megan Hawks, Emily Zakaras, Katie Bornemeier, Abby Meyer, Whitney Koehn (front row)
AJ Olson (middle row)
Coach Teresa Hawks, Courtney DiMiao,Adrianna Baker, Hannah Ervin, Grace Althouse, Candi Brockhoff, Coach Kim Cawley
The Sarpy League Volleyball tournament was held on Sat Dec 12, 2009. The Elmwood/Murdock 5th and 6th grade volleyball team placed 3rd in the tourney of about 20 teams. The girls had a great season. The 5th grade team and 6th grade team both received 2nd place medals at the Louisville Tourney. The 5th grade team was undefeated at the Syracuse Tourney. Atthe Sarpy League they were the surprise comeback team. Their seasonrecord was 1-8 going into the tournament, but they ended the tournamentwith a 3rd place finish. Congratulations!
They're always the right size and guarantee a memorable evening!
One general admission ticket is $16. It can be redeemed for any one of our regular season plays.
Or, save 33% by purchasing a season pass! For $60 you can let your loved ones enjoy each of our five season plays.
2010 Shows: Heaven Can Wait
Guys & Dolls
Jake's Women
Unnecessary Farce
Christmas at Leon's
Purchase your gift certificates today by calling our box office at 234-2553. Box Office Hours: 9am-1pm Monday -Friday. If requested, we can arrange to mail the gift certificate directly to the recipient!
Lofte students learn a few basic dance moves from Megan Kovar of Lincoln during last year's Acting Up in Class.
Manley,NE [December 14, 2009]- At the Lofte Community Theatre in Manley,acting up in class is not only accepted, but strongly encouraged. Backby popular demand, the Lofte is gathering its most talented artists ina classroom environment to teach and prepare young actors and actresses. Four separate classroom sessions will cover Acting Basics, Intro to Dance, Vocal Audition and Stage Combat.
This one-day theater workshop will take place on Saturday, January 23 from 10am to 2:30pm. Enrollment is open to young people ages 10-18 at any level of experience. Space for this event is limited and slots will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Classes will run from 10am-2:30pm on Saturday, January 23rd. Participants should plan on arriving fifteen minutes early for check-in.
Tuition for the one-day workshop is $50 per student and includes a box lunch. Each student will also receive a graduation gift. Questions may be directed to Anne Pope at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . To obtain a registration sheet, please call the Lofte box office at (402)234-2553 or download it at www.Lofte.com.
JAMMING WORKSHOP
The Old Avoca (Nebraska) Schoolhouse will be hosting a Jamming Workshop on Saturday, January 9, from 1 PM - 3 PM. Championshipfiddler and fiddle book author, Deborah Greenblatt will share somehints to help you play in a jam session with minimum stress, andmaximum music. 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. .
Eighth Annual Nebraska
American String Teachers Association
Fiddle Tune Contest
1st PLACE: $100.00 2nd PLACE: $50.00 3rd PLACE: $25.00
This event inspires fiddlers tocompose their own tunes, and supports the cause of string educationthroughout the great state of Nebraska.
The winners will be announced onMay 29, 2010, during the Monumental Fiddling Championship held at theHomestead National Monument in Beatrice, Nebraska. The winningcompositions will be performed at the Monumental Fiddling Championship,and printed in Stringing Along, the journal of the Nebraska Chapter ofthe American String Teachers Association.
Direct your questions to:
Deborah Greenblatt,
The Old Schoolhouse,
PO Box 671,
Avoca, Nebraska, 68307-0671,
or by e-mail to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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