Springfield Wednesday Newsletter

SPRINGFIELD NEWS

July 3, 2013

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY

SPRINGFIELD YOUTH

MISSION TRIP

Springfield First United Methodist Church Youth are heading out to the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota for this year’s Mission Trip. They have chosen a new name for their group: I.M.P.A.C.T. – Inspired Ministry Preparing Authentic Christian Teens - This comes from Romans 12: 1-2 about not conforming to the world… Rather than letting the world change you – you make an impact and change it.

From the Youth Group Leader:

We have our big Mission Trip coming up in July. July 6-12th. This is the largest group we have ever taken with 28 of us making the trek. We are going to South Dakota’s Pine Ridge Reservation. It is surrounded by the panoramic beauty of the Badlands. Despite the natural beauty of this community, residents of the reservation are struggling with poverty, unemployment, addiction, health problems and more. Our group will minister to the residents on the reservation through children’s programs and by painting and weatherizing homes.

This trip would not be possible without the love and support of the Springfield Community – So Thank You!!

SARPY COUNTY FAIR 2013

JULY 31- AUGUST 4

MORE INFO:

sarpyfair.com

SUMMER READING PROGRAM LIBRARY EVENT

Srp owl

Look Whooo Visited the Library

Next Monday’s 1:00pm Program:

WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS

SPRINGFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY

665 MAIN STREET

402-253-2797

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INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENTS GET THRIFTY

FOR A CAUSE DURING

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE DESIGNER CHALLENGE

Seventeen students from Metropolitan Community College’s Interior Design program, including Springfield resident Amanda Scholting, and five local design firms joined forces to create clever, imaginative room vignettes using items from Habitat ReStore and the Salvation Army. The rooms are on display June 24-July 21 in Von Maur Court at Westroads Mall, 10000 California St.

This mini-internship challenged students to apply class concepts and, alongside professional designers, conceptualize ways to transform obvious objects into high-end furnishings.

Mall patrons are invited to view the display for inspiration and vote for their favorite rooms via text message. For every vote received through July 14, Westroads Mall will donate $1 to Habitat for Humanity of Omaha (up to $1,000).

An exclusive unveiling event, sponsored by MCC, was held Sunday, June 23. The reception allowed the teams to celebrate their work, give tours and provide insight into the design process. Design firm partners include D³interiors, Designer’s Touch, Interior Transformations, Tangerine Designs and The Interior Design Firm.

GOING OUT TO THE MOVIES?

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

MARCUS THEATRE MOVIES PASSES

PLATINUM TICKET (anytime) -$8.50

SILVER (anytime except after 5:30 Saturday) $6.50

*some restrictions may apply

ON SALE AT SPRINGFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY

SPRINGFIELD ARTWORKS

183 MAIN STREET
SPRINGFIELD, NE 68059

402-301-9162

OWNERS, GLENN & MARGIE TREMBLEY

www.springfieldartworks.com

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GALLERY HOURS

Tuesday – Friday 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Saturday 11:00am -4:30pm

Sunday & Monday-by appointment

SOARING WINGS VINEYARD

17111 S 138th St

Springfield, NE 68059

402-253-2479

Sunday Acoustic Music

No cover charge

2:00 -5:00 p.m.

July

7th - Chris Saub

14th - An Evening

21st - Mark Irvin

28th - John Stokely

Friday Night Music Series

7:00- 9:30 PM

July

5th - Righteous Pyle

12th- In the Gruv

19th - Cronin Brothers

26th - Out Loud

SARPY COUNTY MUSEUM QUILT SHOW

2402 CLAY STREET

BELLEVUE, NE

Museum Hours

Tuesday – Saturday

10:00am – 4:00pm

Over 90 quilts featured. Springfield quilters included. The exhibit will be on display until August 31^st.

HAPPENING NEARBY

Lofte Community Theatre

15841 Manley Rd

PO Box 62

Manley, NE 68403

(402) 234-2553

www.Lofte.com

AUDITIONS FOR

'The Boys Next Door' at Lofte Community Theatre

The Lofte Community Theatre in Manley announces that it will be holding open auditions for 'The Boys Next Door' at 7pm on Monday, July 22 and Tuesday, July 23. 'Boys,' is a very funny yet very touching play that focuses on the lives of four special needs men who live in a communal residence under the watchful eye of their social worker.

Artistic Director Kevin Colbert notes that the script is designed so that 6 of the supporting roles may be played by one actress and one actor. However, if we have enough auditionees, the cast may be doubled. Also the script suggests that the role of Lucian be an African American.

Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Rehearsals will begin in late July. Performances will run weekends August 31-September 15. Those auditioning should bring a list of possible schedule conflicts. Questions about auditions or the production itself may be directed to Kevin Colbert at 402-234-2553.

2013-06-26 MVFD PANCAKE FEED

CASS COUNTY 4th of JULY CELEBRATION

SATURDAY, JULY 6, 2013

YOUNG MEMORIAL PARK

MURRAY, NE

(FIREWORKS RAIN DATE: SATURDAY, JULY 13, 2013)

OOZEBALL CONTEST

8 A.M. REGISTRATION

10 A.M. COMPETITION STARTS

SINGLE ELIMINATION

AWARDS 1st PLACE

SHOES REQUIRED

$5 / PERSON

6 - 8 PERSON TEAMS

AGE GROUPS:

8th GRADE and under

HIGH SCHOOL

ADULT

PARENT GUARDIAN SIGNATURE REQUIRED IF YOUNGER THAN 18-YEARS OLD

(Sponsored by Wiles Brothers)

*****

CONCESSIONS

4th of JULY ASSOCIATION

10 A.M. - 9 P.M.

SNOW CONES

NEBRASKA SHAVED ICE

*****

FOOD

MURRAY CHRISTIAN CHURCH

304 W. YOUNG ST.

11 A.M. - 4 P.M.

HOMEMADE ICE CREAM and PIE

*****

HORSESHOE CONTEST

11:30 REGISTRATION

COMPETITION STARTS at NOON

$10 for CO-ED TEAM

$5 / PERSON

PAY BACK

FAILURE TO PLAY AT DESIGNATED TIME RESULTS in FORFEITURE of GAME

*****

BINGO

MURRAY CITY HALL

12:30 - 4 P.M.

1 CARD / .50 or 3 CARDS / $1.00

*****

DEACON RAFFLE

MURRAY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

DRAWING APPROX. 9:35 PM at MEMORIAL PARK

*****

BABY CONTEST

MURRAY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

(Enter through south door)

REGISTRATION: 2:30

CONTEST: 4 PM

(Trophies donated by Murray State Bank)

*****

BEER GARDEN

ON PARK AVE BETWEEN MAIN ST and CAMPBELL

5 PM - MIDNIGHT

NO COVER-CHARGE

MUST be 21 YEARS OLD, ID'S WILL BE CHECKED

(Firehouse Grille)

*****

PARADE

6:30 LINE-UP in FRONT of CONESTOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

7 PM PARADE STARTS

*****

STREET DANCE & KARAOKE CONTEST

ON PARK AVE BETWEEN MAIN ST. and CAMPBELL

8 PM - MIDNIGHT

DJ DONOVAN

KARAOKE ENTRY FEE: $5

DANCE ADMISSION: FREE

*****

AUCTION

AT YOUNG PARK, NEAR CONCESSION STAND

8 PM

*****

CORONATION of MISS MURRAY

APPROX. 9 PM

*****

GRAND MARSHAL

APPROX. 9:15 PM

*****

50/50 RAFFLE DRAWING

PURCHASE TICKETS at YOUNG PARK CONCESSION STAND, (GOLD BUILDING) or CALL JERRY or SANDY WHOSE NUMBERS APPEAR at the BOTTOM of this SCHEDULE

DRAWING APPROX. 9:30 P.M.

*****

NATIONAL ANTHEM

APPROX. 9:55 P.M.

*****

FIREWORKS DISPLAY

APPROX. 10 P.M.

(Provided exclusively through donations to the 4th of July Association)

*****

The Cass County 4th of July Association is NOT responsible for an accident or injuries.

For information call Jerry Blasig 402-235-2203 or Sandy Prall, 402-679-7724.

THIS ONE’S FOR THE GIRLS:

UPCOMING OUTDOOR EVENT FOR WOMEN

You’re invited to the 14th Annual Omaha Women in the Outdoors Workshop.

Women interested in experiencing a relaxing, fun-filled day in the outdoors and meeting new friends are invited to an NWTF Women in the Outdoors event August 17 at Platte River State Park.

Women age 14 and up are encouraged to attend. Hands-on instruction will be provided by friendly experts trained to work with beginners and participants of all skill levels.

The event, which begins at 7:30 am, will include the following activities:

Bird Watching

Archery

Kayaking

Hiking

Dutch oven cooking

Try Scuba

Land Navigation

Sausage Making

Participation is just $75, which includes a 1-year membership in Women in the Outdoors and subscription to Turkey Country. Additional fees may apply for some classes and optional overnight.

Advance registration is required. For more information, please contact Karen Berghauser at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (402) 651-5807. Also find us at https://sites.google.com/site/omahawito/ to access the registration form or on Facebook.

Since its inception in 1998, the NWTF Women in the Outdoors program has introduced women through-out North America to outdoor enjoyment.

For more information about the Women in the Outdoors program, please call (800) THE-NWTF or visit www.womenintheoutdoors.or

~Observe good faith and justice towards all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all.

-George Washington

Thanks to all Springfield E-Newsletter readers.

Connie Manzer

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Community Sustaining Sponsors 2013

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