Springfield Wednesday Newsletter

WHAT’S NEW IN SPRINGFIELD, NE

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

***NOTICE***

UNITED METHODIST YOUTH GROUP

WILD GAME FEED

POSTPONED TO MARCH 3RD, 5-7PM

DUE TO PLATTVIEW BOYS BASKETBALL

DISTRICTS GAME

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COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

SUNDAY FEB 26TH

8:00 A.M. TILL 1:00 P.M.

SPRINGFIELD FIRE HALL

GO TO RED CROSS WEB SITE TO SIGN UP

OR CALL RALPH 402-253-8301.

SPRINGFIELD DAYS MEETING

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23

7PM

SPRINGFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY

EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO ATTEND

VFW BREAKFAST

Springfield VFW sponsored Community Breakfast this Sunday, February 26at the Legion Hall in Springfield, 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Pancakes, french toast eggs, hash-browns, ham or sausage for $6.50 adults, $3.00 aged 6 to 12 and under 5 eat free.

SPRINGFIELD ELEMENTARY PTO FUNDRAISER

The PTO is selling Omaha Lancer Hockey vouchers for the rest of the 2011-2012 regular season. Vouchers are $9.00 each and can be used to get tickets to any home game. The PTO receives some of the proceeds from these voucher sales.

Schedule of games are available at www.lancers.com

To purchase your vouchers please contact Chris White at 402-599-9982.

GIRL SCOUT COOKIES

Girl Scout Cookies are still on sale till Friday, February 24. New this year we have cookies on hand or will get them to you in a week. To find a Girl Scout in Springfield, please call Springfield Troop 45563 leader Sheri Warner at 402-234-5350.

Thank You for supporting your area Girl Scouts.

NDORFNZ Racing Presents...

Spring Tune-Up 10k

Date & Time

Saturday, April 21, 2012

8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - Race Day Registration

10:00 a.m. - 10K Race (Certified Course)

11:00 a.m. - Post race party at Dew Drop Inn (153 Main St)

PLACE

Sarpy County Fairgrounds

Springfield, Nebraska

Directions to Race Start:

From Interstate 80:

- Take Highway 50 South - 144th St. exit (about six miles)

- Turn left on Main Street

- Park on left hand side of Main Street, across from fairgrounds

FEES

Pre-registration by April 14

Pre-registered NDORFNZ Racing Members FREE!

Pre-registered non-NDORFNZ Racing Members $20

Race day NDORFNZ Racing Members $5

Race day non-NDORFNZ Racing Members $25

Or, Become member of NDORFNZ Racing $35

AWARDS

Top 3 overall male and female awards plus unique awards plus for 10-year male and female age groups

(>20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+)

COURSE

The course is out and back on the MoPac trail.

The race starts at the MoPac Trailhead in Springfield and consists of over 5 miles of crushed limestone.

The elevation gain/loss is less than 50 feet over the race distance.

Registration

http://www.ndorfnz.com/racing.php

Knight’s of Columbus Lenten Fish Frys

St. Joseph’s Church

102 S. 9^th St

Friday, March 2, 9, 23, and 30^th, 2012

Meal’s $8.00

Pizza by the slice - $1.00

Mac & Cheese - $1.00

IT'S NOW FINISHED!

COME SEE...

SPRINGFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY

DEDICATION & OPEN HOUSE

MARCH 4, 2012

2PM

EVERYONE IS INVITED

SPRINGFIELD VOL FIRE AUXILIARY

ANNUAL PLANT SALE
SATURDAY, APRIL 28, 2012
SPRINGFIELD FIRE STATION (505 S 1ST STREET)
7 AM - NOON
WILL HAVE MORE INFO AVAILABLE SOON ON PRE-ORDERING!

YOTES BBQ PIZZARIA

"Home of the Bigger, Better Pizzas"

167 MAIN STREET
402-253-2755
DINE IN OR CARRY OUT

WINTER HOURS:
MONDAY THRU THURSDAY 11AM TO 9PM
FRIDAY/SATURDAY 11AM TO 10PM
SUNDAY 12 NOON TO 7PM

LOOK FOR OUR DAILY SPECIALS!!

SPRINGFIELD ARTWORKS

183 MAIN STREET
SPRINGFIELD, NE 68059

402-301-9162

NEW EXHIBIT

Springfield Artworks and the Trembley's are excited about their new exhibit that opened last week. It is a compilation of over 70 items ranging from an Antique Fireman's Coat, Hand painted Folk horses, various kinds of kimono's and kimono stencils, handmade doll, toys and children’s snacks. "We have collected these items when we went on a Friendship Force Exchange many years ago and then again on visits back to our host families" Margie says. They have also hosted various Japanese business people in their home over the years.

The Platteview Hight School Art Club, under the direction of Jamie Hansen, assisted Springfield Artworks with the signage for the exhibition. "The success of the exhibit is due to the assistance of the teacher and students." commented Margie Trembley. "They translated the English to Japanese and made placards for all pieces in the exhibit."

"We wanted to share with the community the wonderful art of the Japanese people. We invite you to come by and learn about ancient and modern day Japan."

Friend us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

www.springfieldartworks.com

GALLERY HOURS

Tuesday thru Friday

1-5pm

SATURDAY

11AM – 4:30PM

MAIN STREET

PROM DRESSES & MORE

Prom Dresses and all that goes along with them. Nana now has popcorn and coffee while you shop. We have some great new things. Come see us!

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FOR ALL CONSIGNMENT INQUIRIES, CALL 402-990-6680.

HOURS:

Tuesday 12 Noon – 7PM

Wednesday –Thursday 10AM – 6PM

Friday 10AM -5PM

GOING OUT TO THE MOVIES?

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

MARCUS THEATRE MOVIES PASSES

PLATINUM TICKET (anytime) -$8

SILVER (anytime except after 5:30 Saturday) $6

ON SALE AT SPRINGFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY

SOARING WINGS VINEYARD

17111 S 138th St

Springfield, NE 68059

402-253-2479

We're OPEN year round!

We are starting First Friday! Come out the first Friday of the month December - March for your chance to kick-off the weekend with extended hours until 9:00 p.m.! Some dates may be excluded due to other winery events, so please call to confirm.

Wine Wednesday

Come out on a Wednesday and when you purchase a cheese to enjoy with a bottle of wine, you’ll receive a FREE loaf of fresh bread! Not only that, but are extending our hours on those Wednesday evenings to 7:00 p.m. Some dates may be excluded due to other winery events, so please call to confirm you’re evening by calling us at 402-253-2479.

Sunday Acoustic Music

If it's nice outside, just bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy! If the weather isn't nice outside, we do music in the Party Room! Either way, what a great way to end your weekend, especially with no cover charge!

FEBRUARY 26th - Tracey Skretta

Barrel Tasting -- A FEW SPOTS STILL OPEN!

February 25th at 7:00 p.m.

$30 per person (plus tax) for this dry wine tasting event. You go down into the barrel room and taste the dry wines directly out of the barrel. Cheese and crackers will also be served with the tasting. Reservations are required and is limited to the first 30 people.

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WINTER SPORTS –

BOYS & GIRLS BASKETBALL,

GO TROJANS

FOR ALL THE NEWS ON PLATTEVIEW SPORTS

LOG ONTO:

http://www.goplatteview.com

HAPPENING NEARBY

MAHONEY GRILLE @ MAHONEY STATE PARK

OPEN

SUN-THUR 11AM-9PM,

FRI & SAT. 11AM-10PM

EVERYDAY FOR CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST 7:30-10AM

Lofte Community Theatre

15841 Manley Rd

PO Box 62

Manley, NE 68403

(402) 234-2553

www.Lofte.com

Lofte Theatre To Honor Volunteers

The Lofte Community Theatre will be holding its annual meeting and volunteer recognition night on Saturday, February 25th at 6pm. The evening will begin with a social hour complete with food and beverages. Presentations from the Lofte Board of Directors will include financial position and plans for the future. Artistic Director, Kevin Colbert will highlight his fond memories of the 2011 productions and announce his play selections for 2013.

The Lofte will also recognize three outstanding volunteers for their contributions to the Lofte. The Dale Crosby Awards are given in the categories of "Parker/Usher," "Behind the Scenes," and "Overall." The award is named in honor of long-time Board President, Dale Crosby whose selfless dedication to the Lofte was an inspiration to others.

You do not need to have been in a show this past year to attend. We welcome all of our Lofte friends and family to attend.

Lofte Board 2011

Pictured: The Lofte's 2011 Board of Directors invites all volunteers to attend the annual meeting on Saturday, February 25.

RaveOn

Lofte Theatre Adds Visiting Artist to Schedule

A popular touring show is coming to the Lofte on April 21st. "Rave On!" features America's premiere Buddy Holly tribute artist and Nebraska native, Billy McGuigan. In this electrifying show, audiences will experience the thrills of a Buddy Holly concert re-imagined with hits such as "Peggy Sue," "It's So Easy," and "That'll Be the Day."

"Rave On!" has run for sold-out crowds several times in Omaha and we're proud to bring this popular show to Cass County. Showtime is 7pm on Saturday, April 21st. All seats are reserved and cost $28. As of the end of December, there are only 200 tickets left. We strongly suggest that you make your reservations today.

The Lofte Theatre is located just east of the village of Manley. If you have any questions or wish to purchase tickets, please call the box office at (402) 234-2553.

~Give light and people will find the way.
-Ella Baker

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Connie Manzer

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