MAY EVENTS

WEDNESDAY MAY 16TH

The Stuart Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a Storm Spotter Class on Wednesday, May 16th at 6:30 pm. This is free and open to the public.

THURSDAY MAY 17TH

The Northeast Chapter of The Compassionate Friends will hold their annual ballon launch on Thursday, May 17th at 7 p.m. in Ewing.  This is a yearly event where balloons are sent off in memory of our children.  Please note the change in location.  We will meet at the Ewing Methodist-Presbyterian Church at 7 p.m. to prepare our balloons and then go to Memorial Park together.  If you have lost a child of any age or relationship or if you would like to attend one of Compassionate Friends most moving events, you are welcome.  Our goal is that everyone who needs us will find us and everyone who finds us will be helped.  For more information please call Nick Hammerlun at 402-336-2695 or Steve or Janene Reynolds at 402-626-7569.

SATURDAY MAY 19TH

The Chambers High School class mothers of 1995 invite you to a Bridal Shower honoring Keri Owens, fiancee of Chris Mueller on Saturday, May 19th at 2 p.m. in the Chambers Community Center.  Please consider this your invitation.  Gifts may be left at the Village Market ahead of time.  Keri and Chris are registered at Target.

The O'Neill Blue Dolphin Swim Team will have their registration on Saturday, May 19th, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at the O'Neill City Office. New swimmers need to bring a copy of their birth certificate. For more information, call Stacy at 402-340-3244 or Anne Krotter at 402-340-0640.

There will be a Spaghetti Supper and Silent Auction in the Lynch High School Gym on Saturday, May 19th from 5 to 8 p.m.  Door will open at 4 p.m. to look over silent auction items.  This is a Fundraiser to update the Lynn Theatre so come and enjoy a delicious meal and bid on items donated for the silent auction.  If you have something you would like to donate for the silent auction please contact Cindy at Special T's and More in Lynch at 402-569-3622.

Join the Chambers FCCLA National Qualifiers on Saturday, May 19th at 6:30 p.m. at the Chambers High School Gym for a Girl's Night Out!  For an admission price of $5, women of all ages are welcome to come enjoy manicures, makeovers and hair styling as well as mother-daughter or group portraits by professional photographer, Hannah Janousek.  Pictures will be available for purchase.  There will also be door prizes, a basket raffle, a craft booth, snacks, and a variety of free entertainment.  There will be Paparazzi Jewelry sales donated by Halie Whitaker (everything is just $5, cute and affordable), as well as Mary Kay Cosmetics/products by Toni Werner.  All proceeds will go to Chambers FCCLA National Qualifiers.

MONDAY MAY 21ST

St. Patrick's/St. Mary's Potluck Celebration in appreciation of the service of Sr. Anita Rolenc, N.D. and Fr. Jeff Lorig will be held on Monday, May 21st at 6 p.m. in the St. Patrick's Parish Hall.  Please bring a main dish and a side dish.  Table service, dessert and drinks will be provided.

The next meeting of the (ACDC) Antelope County Does Care Coalition will be held on Monday, May 21st at 5 p.m. at the Clearwater Public Library.  Adults and youths ages 13-18 from Antelope County who are interested in addressing the issue of underage drinking, are invited and encouraged to attend.  To learn how you can become involved, contact Camille Ohri with the North Central District Health Department at 1-877-336-2406.

You are invited to come see the Wild Side of Life Performances at the Imperial Grill in Neligh on Friday, May 25th.  Show times will be 6 and 8:30 p.m. with ticket prices being $15 per ticket.  The ticket price includes light finger food snacks, drama & musical programs as well as a tour of the Pierson Wildlife Museum.  Ticket sales and reservations are only taken until Monday, May 21st.  For ticket information or reservations contact Janell Anderson at 402-887-5562.

TUESDAY MAY 22ND

Country Bliss Flooring in O'Neill will have it's Ribbon Cutting on Tuesday, May 22nd at 10 a.m., located at the Old NRI building on North Highway 281 in O'Neill.

M-2 Training and orientation for the M-2 Program at Mike Durfee State Prison will be held at 209 W. Douglas in O'Neill at Gateway to Glory Church on Tuesday, May 22nd at 7 p.m.  Men (and spouses) that are interested in learning more about or participation in this mentoring program are welcome to attend.  For more information contact Free From the Inside Out Ministries at 402-583-0085.

FRIDAY MAY 26TH & SATURDAY MAY 27TH

Gateway to Glory Ministries in O'Neill is hosting a "Let the Healing Waters Flow" 2 day conference event with ministers Henry & Grace Falany from Marisposa, California.  This healing conference will take place on May 25th & 26th.  There is no cost to attend.  Call 402-394-1097 or 402-394-1096 for more information.

FRIDAY MAY 25TH

You are invited to come see the Wild Side of Life Performances at the Imperial Grill in Neligh on Friday, May 25th.  Show times will be 6 and 8:30 p.m. with ticket prices being $15 per ticket.  The ticket price includes light finger food snacks, drama & musical programs as well as a tour of the Pierson Wildlife Museum.

The O'Neill American Legion Post 93 Avenue of Flags will be put up at the cemetery on Friday, May 25th at 5 p.m.  Flags will be taken down on Tuesday, May 29th at 5 p.m.  All Legion members and volunteer help is welcome to help put up and take down the flags.

The Board of Health for the North Central District Health Department will be holding their regular business meeting on Friday, May 25th, 2012 with roll call starting at 10:30a.m.  This meeting will take place at the office of the North Central District Health Department, located at 422 East Douglas, in O’Neill, Nebraska (68763).  A current agenda and meeting minutes are available at the District Health Department’s office.

SATURDAY MAY 26TH & SUNDAY MAY 27TH

The Single Wheelers Square Dance Club of Norfolk will host its 29th Annual Memorial Weekend Square Dance on Saturday, May 26th & Sunday, May 27th.  The event will be held at the Gymnasium at Ponca Tribe of Nebraska, located at 1800 Syracuse Avenue in Norfolk.  The callers will be Jerry Junck of Wayne, Nebraska/Mesa, Arizona and Dean Dederman of Norfolk.  The cuers will be Jim and Carol Tucker of Lincoln.  Registration will begin on Saturday at 9 a.m. with dancing from 10 a.m. until 10:45 p.m.  Registration on Sunday will be at 9:30 a.m. with dancing from 10 a.m. until 10:30 p.m.  For pre-registration forms or more information contact Mary L. Christensen at 402-371-9276.

SATURDAY MAY 26TH

The Chambers Public School 2012 Alumni Banquet will be held on Saturday, May 26th at 7 p.m. in the school gymnasium.  The legion will be available through out the day for visiting and gathering of the classes as in the past.  The gym doors will open at 6 p.m.  The cost is $15 per person before May 15th, from May 15th through May 23rd the price is $17 and no reservations will be accepted after May 23rd.  The honor classes this year are 1986-1987 and 1961 - 1962.  Pictures of the honor classes will be done by Studio B Photography in the gym at 6 p.m.  Mail your registration to Chambers Alumni Banquet, P.O. Box 25, Chambers, NE 68725 or you can call Lisa Green at 402-482-5256 in the evenings or Carissa (Ehlers) Konrad at 402-340-0887 during the day.

SUNDAY MAY 27TH

Classes of 2017 & 2018 Funfest BBQ will be held on Sunday, May 27th at the Ewing Fire Hall.  They will be serving from 4:30 to 8 p.m..  Tickets are $5 per plate with $2 for each additional sandwich.  Contact students of the Ewing Classes of 2017 & 2018 if you are interested in tickets.

MONDAY MAY 28TH

The West Boyd FCCLA Chapter will be hosting the Annual Memorial Day Breakfast on Monday, May 28th at the West Boyd High School Multi-Purpose Room from 8 to 11 a.m.  They will be serving French Toast, Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, juice and coffee.  Proceeds will go to help with the expenses of chapter members who will be competing at National FCCLA competition in July.

The O'Neill American Legion Post 93 will conduct a Memorial Day Program at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 28th at the O'Neill Cemetery.

TUESDAY MAY 29TH THROUGH SATURDAY JUNE 2ND

Come join the Presbyterian and Lutheran Churches for Vacation Bible School at the Presbyterian Church in O'Neill from May 29th through June 2nd.  The theme is National Park, Son Rise.  For more information contact Shelby Gutshall at 402-340-6940.

JUNE EVENTS

FRIDAY JUNE 1ST AND SATURDAY JUNE 2ND

Pro Sanctity's Camp Fun & Faith 2012 in Lynch will be held from 4 p.m. Friday, June 1st through 5 p.m. Saturday, June 2nd. at the Niobrara House of Renewal.  All faiths are welcome.  This is a 24 hour overnight camp.  Cost is $25 per child and pre-school children are welcome but must be accompanied by parent or older sibling.  Families are invited to come to the closing program and potluck at 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 2nd.  For more information please contact 402-289-1938 or Kathy at 402-569-3143 or Candy at 402-569-3735.

SATURDAY JUNE 2ND

The 3rd Annual Ride Through the Valley Motorcycle Ride will take place on Saturday, June 2nd in O'Neill at O'Neill Valley Hope.  Breakfast will be from 8 to 10 a.m. and the ride starts at 10 a.m.  Supper and a speaker to follow at Valley Hope.  The speaker will be Doug J. of Grand Island.  For more information contact Mike H. at 308-850-4803, Chris H. at 402-389-1444 or Scott G. at 402-202-9089.

The Sturdevant McKee Museum will be having an Ice Cream Social from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 2nd during the City Wide Garage Sales in Stuart.  Proceeds will go towards the upkeep of the museum.

SUNDAY JUNE 3RD

Boots and Saddle Club Horse Show will be held at Carney Park on Sunday, June 3rd.  Registration is at 9:30 a.m. and the show starts at 10 a.m.  Trophies or awards are given up to 6 places and high point awards in all age groups.  King and Queen member will be chosen at the June 3rd show.  If you have any questions about the show or wish to become a Boots and Saddle Club member please contact Bruce Cole at 402-336-1689.

SUNDAY JUNE 3RD & MONDAY JUNE 4TH

The Verdigre Community Chorus will be celebrating 25 years! Please join the chorus, with Delores Ruzicka, the Verdigre Drill Team and other special performers to help kick off the Kolach Days on Sunday, June 3rd and Monday, June 4th at 7 p.m. each evening at he newly air conditioned, Verdigre Public School.  Premium reserved seats with or without dinner at the Commercial Hotel are available each evening.  Plenty of general admission tickets will be available at the door.  Call Wilma at 402-668-7206, Mardene at 402-582-3311 or Kathy at 402-373-2420 for tickets or information.  Laurel Johnson is chorus director and Nancy Pavelka is the accompanist.

SATURDAY JUNE 16TH

The Holt County Fair Jr. Rodeo will be held at the Chambers, Nebraska Fair Grounds on Saturday, June 16th.  For more information contact Gary and Tracy Halsey at 402-482-5890.

SUNDAY JUNE 17TH

Boots and Saddle Club Horse Show will take place on Sunday, June 17th at Carney Park in south O'Neill with registration at 9:30 a.m. and the show starting at 10 a.m.  Trophies or awards are given up to 6 places and high point awards in all age groups.  Any questions about the show or if you wish to become a Boots and Saddle Club member please contact Bruce Cole at 402-336-1689.

SATURDAY JUNE 23RD

The Fifth Annual West Holt Medical Services Foundation Summer Social will take place at the Atkinson/Stuart Country Club on Saturday, June 23rd.  There will be a Pitch Tournament as well as a 9 hole - 4 person mixed golf scramble.  Dinner will be at 6 p.m. with awards and live auction at 7 p.m.  Silent auction will take place from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.  For any questions or to register a team for the golf scramble, a person for the pitch tournament or just purchase tickets to the Prime Rib Dinner call the Foundation Office at 402-925-1956.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Lutheran Family Services of Grand Island will be starting a support group called Vets4Vets in O'Neill.  It will focus on the common experiences of veterans from all eras of military service.  Meetings will be held on the last Wednesday of every month beginning on March 28th.  These meetings will be held in O'Neill at the courthouse annex from 4 to 6 p.m.  If you have questions please call the veterans service office at 402-336-1200.

There are AA Meetings in Atkinson every Tuesday and every Thursday.  Tuesday is the 12 & 12 Study (closed meeting) at 8 PM at the Presbyterian Church on Highway 20.  Every Thursday there is a Big Book Study (closed meeting) at 8 PM at the Good Samaritan Center in Atkinson and an Open Meeting at 8 PM at the Presbyterian Church in Atkinson.

What:  TOPS -- Take Off Pounds Sensibly Weight Loss Success with caring support and encouragement. Nonprofit, low-cost program
When:  Every Thursday Night * Weigh-in starts at 5:45 PM * Meeting starts at 6:15 PM
Where: St. Paul Lutheran Church - Chambers * Contacts:  Faye Wood at 482-5540 or Penny Bendorf at 482-5230

Stuart Community Church is a pick up site for the Atkinson/Stuart Food Pantry the first Monday of every month.  For applications or questions please contact Linda Nekuda at 402-340-3038.  The church is open from 3 to 5 p.m. on the first Monday of the month and is also open the last Friday of the month for signup for the following month from 3 to 5 p.m.

The Atkinson Food Pantry is open the first Monday of every month from 2 PM to5:30 PM at St. John's Lutheran Church in Atkinson.

The O'Neill Food Pantry will be open on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:30 AM to 4 PM. For an appointment, contact Michele at CNCS at 336-4298 Ext. 26

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The Wheeler County Food Pantry is open Monday through Friday by appointment for Wheeler County residents.  It is located in Ericson at Sandhills Baptist Fellowship, 307 Central Ave.  Call 308-653-2163 for information or to make an appointment.

The Holt County Historical Society is open regular hours from 10 AM to 4 PM Monday through Thursday.

Community Peer Tobacco Cessation Support Groups Meetings on Tuesday evenings from 6 PM to7 PM at Avera St Anthony's Hospital in O'Neill, Antelope Memorial Hospital in Neligh on Wednesdays at 7 PM to 8 PM, Osmond Hospital on Thursday evenings at 7 PM to 8 PM and at Creighton Area Health Services in Creighton every other Tuesday evening from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM.  No pre-registration or cost to attend.

Foster parents have the ability to make a difference in a child's life. For more information or to sign up for Building Blocks For Community Enrichment's foster parent classes, contact Rachael Kalloff at 402-336-4841.

Representatives from Good Will are available to come and talk about their organization and where the items and donations go. They will answer questions also. For more information, call Good Will at (712) 258-4511.

The Neligh Support Group, sponsored by the Lincoln Greater NE Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association meets every Tuesday of the month at the Neligh Public Library at 5 PM. For more information, please contact Kathy or Bobbi at 402-887-5428

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KBRB-Fibromyalgia Support Group will be having open meetings to the public on the first Thursday of each month at the United Methodist Church in Ainsworth. There will be two meetings. One will be at 1:30 PM and the other at 7 PM.

Spencer Library Hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1:30 to 5 p.m.