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Tis like the birthday of the world,
When earth was born in bloom;
The light is made of many dyes,
The air is all perfume.
There's crimson buds, and white and blue,
The very rainbow showers
Have turned to blossoms where they fell,
And sown the earth with flowers.
Thomas Hood
British editor & poet
1799–1845
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HOPING YOUR DAY'S THE BEST!
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START PLANNING YOUR FALL VACATION NOW!
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EMPLOYMENT POSITION:
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CLICK HERE OR ON THE ALUMNI BANQUET FLIER BELOW TO GO TO THE
Contact Burnie Stedman, 402-269-3010, with banquet questions.
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2017 FREEDOM FESTIVAL GRAND MARSHAL
Every community has that certain someone who is a ‘shining star’, a perfect example of the phrase, ‘good neighbor’. These people might or might not belong to any certain civic organization, group, or church, they might even be related to you, and they’re always willing to help whenever and wherever they see a need. Whether young or old, male or female, they unselfishly go through life, demonstrating the quality of good citizenship, caring for one another, with love of their fellow man and country, while never expecting any recognition for their deeds. It could be a neighbor, teacher, business person or couple who’s made a positive influence in the lives of others.
If you know someone like this, please consider nominating them for the
2017 FREEDOM FESTIVAL GRAND MARSHAL.
Download the form by clicking the link above or here.
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If you have a few items you no longer want or need, please consider donating them to the Murray Freedom Festival's rummage sale on May 19th and 20th. Items must be clean and in good or repairable condition.
You can deliver your items to the Murray Christian Church, 304 W. Young Street, on Thursday, May 18th, between 3 and 8 p.m. If you cannot bring your items to the church, call one of the numbers below and we'll arrange to pick them up for you!
Sorry, but we cannot accept tv's, computers or clothes.
Proceeds will help offset expenses for Murray's 4th of July celebration.
Thank you!!
Call President, John Hensch, 402-616-1367
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Secretary, Pat Zeigler, at 402-235-2926 for details.
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All sale participants join together to pay for advertising and maps.
Contact Pat, 402-235-2926, to get signed-up. Download a form here or pick one up at Murray's post office, Town Hall, Cornerstone Bank or Murray Building and Supply.
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THE KIDS NEED YOUR HELP!
Hunger is an evil thing. Without enough good food, you can't think clearly, your immune system becomes compromised and you can become sick more often. With Spring now here, they also need lighter clothing, shorts, short-sleeved shirts and tops, sundresses, etc.
When you donate to the Conestoga Backpack Program, the school staff sends food, hygiene and clean clothes home with more than 30 needy kids.
You may donate items at any time through May. There is a container at Cornerstone Bank, you may take items to Conestoga Elementary School, or call Jill, 402-660-3543, and she'll arrange to have your items picked up at your home.
It's easy to help. Each time you go to the grocery store, just pick up one extra item for the kids.
*Suggested food items should be somewhat easy for small children to open and prepare:
*Canned Goods,*Granola Bars,*Cereal,*Cereal Bars,*Mac & Cheese,*Tuna or chicken salad with crackers,*Fruit Cups, Bar Soap, Toothpaste/toothbrush, Shampoo/Conditioner, Clothes/Coats
THANK YOU!!
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Fiddle Camps in Nebraska
Registration is now open for the 2017 Schoolhouse Fiddle Camps, in the Old Avoca Schoolhouse, in Avoca, Nebraska. Deborah Greenblatt, championship fiddler, author of many fiddle collections, will help the campers get in touch with their inner fiddler. The course of study during the Schoolhouse Fiddle Camps will be designed specifically for the individual campers who sign up.
The June Camp (Monday, June 12 - Friday, June 16) is for folks who consider themselves beginners. The July Camp (Monday, July 10 - Friday, July 14) is for folks who consider themselves intermediate or advanced. Enrollment is limited to 10 fiddlers for each week, so that everyone will get individual attention.
Each camp day hours are from 9 am - noon.
$60.00 fee for 1 day.
$110.00 fee for 2 days. ($55 per day)
$150.00 fee for 3 days. ($50 per day)
$180.00 fee for 4 days. ($45 per day)
$200.00 fee for 5 days. ($40 per day)
For more information, e-mail Deborah at debby@greenblattandseay.com.
To register on line, log on to: http://www.greenblattandseay.com/schoolhouse_fiddle_camp.shtml
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FIRE DEPT PANCAKE FEED FUNDRAISER!
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Now THIS is Something Pretty Cool!
Soon, the Memory Lane Museum, 215 W. Eldora, in Weeping Water, NE will be hosting a display of items from the collection of Kevin Brack.
For several years, Kevin has been collecting memorabilia from celebrities in the sports, TV, movie and music worlds. Some of the items to be displayed this season will be guitars from Sting and Taylor Swift, Debra Winger's 'Wonder Girl' costume, Ken Norton's boxing trunks and robe, signed baseballs and an evening gown from Katherine Heigl. From the movie 'Blindside', there's even a basketball hoop and jersey worn by country music star Tim McGraw. Oh, now give me a letter. 'V'.....YES! There's even a gown from Vanna White! Many TV show scripts, signed by cast members, will also be on display.
Beginning Tuesday, May 2nd, and each Tuesday thru Saturday thru the end of October, the museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. They'll be closed Sundays and Mondays. To make a special appointment to view Memory Laneduring off-hours, call 402-297-1820, 402-267-4925 or 402-267-5562.
The Brack collection isn't the only thing going on at Memory Lane. On the 3rd Wednesday of each month from April through October will be the Brown Bag Lunch programs. A guest speaker will give a one-hour presentation, from noon to 1:00, on a different topic each month.
This season's topics and speakers are:
May 17 - Pioneering in Nebraska, by Richard Hoback
June 21 - All About Bees & Bee Keeping, by Randy Cumming from Omaha Bee Club
July 19 Beth Streeter Aldrich House & New Gardens by Kirk Shrader
August 16, Fraud Watch Network by Chris Erwinski from AARP
September 20 - Fused Glass & Demonstration by Pam Newell
October 18 - About Essential Oils by Stephanie Wolcott.
Programs are subject to change, so you may want to call ahead for information at 402-267-5562.
For genealogists, Memory Lane Museum also has plot information and a map for the Oakwood Cemetery.
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Junior Vet Camp
For students completing 2nd - 5th grades
The Oxbow Junior Veterinarian Camp is designed especially for children who have a passion for animals and veterinary medicine.
The 4-day camp includes many hands-on activities involving live animals, games and unique crafts.
Campers learn about veterinary tools, x-rays, body systems and functions, and important issues like animal over-population. In addition, they also get to practice activities like real veterinarians perform, including record-keeping and animal health exams.
At the end of camp, they perform a mock surgery, using all that they’ve learned. Campers get their very own set of scrubs and a stethoscope to take home.
Elmwood-Murdock Elementary School (Elmwood, NE) June 5 - 8
I have a special attachment for this camp as I worked at Oxbow Animal Health for many years and this was a project I helped start. Any child who loves animals would love this camp.
For more information and registration visit the Oxbow Academy website.
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SLATTERY VINTAGE ESTATES 2017 CONCERT SERIES
*Acoustic Music (No cover charge)
** Band ($6 cover unless otherwise marked)
ALL SHOWS START AT 7 PM
MAY:
28 *Acoustic Rooster (fun, fun!!)
JUNE:
2 ** Claudia Nygaard (Nashville Recording Artist, $12 cover)
3 * Dan Bird (Stargazing after the concert weather permitting!)
9 * Lucas Minor (great guitar and modern country sounds)
10 **Sandy Creek (country & Bluegrass)
16 * Kathy Logan (they call her Jumpin' Kate)
17 **Tracy Skretta with SkreTTa, ETC. (classic rock)
23 * Kevin Killion (one of our favorites for the past 9 summers!)
24 **Cajunfest with Swampboy ($10 cover includes free beer)
30 * Pizza Delivery Guyz (the pizza oven will be goin')
JULY:
1 ** Tribute to Johnny Cash (duh, this is self explanatory!)
2 ** Bill Chrastil (this guy does award winning impersonations!)
7 * Dave Berman Acoustic (new guy on the block, great talent!)
8 ** Tribute to Jimmy Buffett Band (wear your island gear!)
14 **Lucas Minor and The Country Mile (country)
15 **Private Stock (variety, classic rock, blues)
21 *Tony & Walt (great listening music!)
22 ** Toasted Ponies (Bluegrass)
28 * Dustin West Acoustic (should be great, like his tribute bands)
29 ** Osage (3 piece classic rock)
AUGUST:
4 *Dan Bird (a new one on our line up... sounds good!)
5 ** Ed Archibald (smooth Jazz, saxaphone and full band)
11 * Kevin Killion (one of our favorites!)
12 ** Daybreak Rock N Roll Show (Rock)
18 * Acoustic Rooster (acoustic, yes, but you can dance to these guys!)
19 ** Silver Wings (Classic Country)
25 * Tom & Wes (great duo!)
26 **Classic Crossing (aka Vinyl Spirit, classic rock)
SEPTEMBER:
1 Tribute to John Denver (You guessed it! For all you 70's lovers)
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HEY, COUNTRY MUSIC FANS.........
2017 SHOWS at CORNHUSKER COUNTRY MUSIC THEATER:
May 13 - Rayne Magill & Friends
May 27 - Bill Hill & Fine Wine Band
June 10 -Rick & Harriette Andersen & Jackie Shewey
June 24 - Frank Bigelow & Friends
July 8 - Dirty River Ramblers
July 22 - Rodger Roberts & Friends
August 5 - George Pierce & Friends
August 19 - Almost Good, John & Bonnie Stephens
September 2 - Jamie Williams & Friends
September 16 - Irish Donahoo & Ty Seeger
September 30 -Fred Larson & Friends
October 14 - Anniversary Show
October 28 - Larry Hansen & Friends
November 11 - Warren Brewer & Friends
November 25 - Plum Tuckered
December 9 - Christmas Show for Young Musicians
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Plattsmouth Adult EducationAdds Job Skills and New Class Times
Plattsmouth Community School District Adult Education begins its 40th year with a new focus on College and Career Readiness. The Federal Government has charged all adult education programs with preparing students for college and the workplace. Plattsmouth is stepping up. PCSD will integrate job search, workplace skills, and college preparation into its GED, English language, and Adult Basic Education courses.
To meet this challenge, an additional class session is being offered on Thursday mornings.
Classes are offered Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday during the public school year at 9:30 a.m. - noon and 6:30- 9 p.m., at the PACE Center, 15508 2nd Ave. The PACE Center is located across from the high school to the west.
Please call Tallie VanWesten, program director, at 402-296-3174 Ext. 2315 for information.
New students may begin during any class period by arriving a few minutes early. You will be very welcome.
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ARE YOU 55+
and
LOOKING FOR PART-TIME WORK?
The following is an employment opportunity available to older adults in Cass County.
Experience Works is a national, non-profit organization funded by the US Dept of Labor to administer the Senior Community Service Employment Program, which assists people 55 and older in getting updated training to assist in returning to the workforce. This is a federally funded program and offers a no-cost employment service to older adults who qualify.
Once accepted into the program, individuals are placed in a training site in or near their community, where they gain on the job experience while working 20-21 hours/week at $8/hour.
We also help with skill assessments, computer training, resumes, cover letters, job search, etc.
The goal is that through the training and job search assistance we gain help older adults gain good jobs in or around their communities.
Stephanie MahonyEmployment and Training CoordinatorExperience Works, Inc.1111 "O" Street Ste 205--American Job CenterLincoln, NE 68508
Phone: 402-441-1654Fax: 402-441-6038stephanie_mahony@experienceworks.orgNebraska Toll-free Number: 1-877-314-7526
http://www.keepcasscountybeautiful.com/index.php
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