Happenings at Oakland Heights

June 16, 2016 Leave a comment


Oakland Heights News by Nancy Silvey

This week we have our monthly Waffle Supper on Thursday June 16th serving at 5:30 pm. On Saturday June 18th the Rusty Buckets will be here to perform at 2:30 pm. Next week on Monday June 20th we will be having a Father’s Day celebration at 2:30 pm with entertainment by Jerry Stingley and serving Banana floats. On Tuesday June 21st at 11:15 am we will be going to Golden Oaks for their potluck.

Church Service for Sunday June 19th at 2:30 pm will be given by the St. John Lutheran Church with a luncheon served afterwards. On Tuesday June 21st is Catholic Mass at 9:30 am given by Father Paul.

Activities for the week of June 20th   to June 25th   are as follows, Reading with Jill, Manicures, Sing a Long, Game Day, Trivia , Bingo the w/Staff, Coffee and Conversation,   Bible Fellowship, Word Games, Let’s Play Ball, Crafty Cooking, Friday Bingo, Saturday morning video, and Lawrence Walk.

Volunteers signing in last week were; Judy Nelson, Mary Donavan, Anne Anderson, Patty Miller, Betty Hanna, Marge Maller,   Dani Moseman, Pat Anderson, Nadine Anderson, Lola Bridgeford, Sly Rouse, and Seth Anderson.

Guests signing in the guest book last week were: Gus and Janet Kai to see Paul Kai.

 

 

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God Bless the Family of Lane Graves

June 15, 2016 Leave a comment


God Bless the family of Lane…..Please keep him, his parents and family in your thoughts and prayers. I can’t imagine what they are going through. They tried with all their might to save their child. It tugs at all of our hearts. He barely knew life, but now he is an angel for his family. Such a lesson for all of us. Life is precious and can change on a dime. Hugs to Lane! Fly with the angels!

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Health Department Seeks Public Comment

June 14, 2016 Leave a comment


{Wisner} The Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department (ELVPHD) 2016 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) and Community Health Assessment Report (CHA) is now available in the “Featured Content” section of the home page of the ELVPHD website (www.elvphd.org).

The CHIP sets the priorities for the health department for the next 3 years. ELVPHD invites the public to view the department’s preliminary CHIP and Assessment Report and to report any comments or suggestions at info@elvphd.org. Public input on the CHIP and the CHA is being sought through July 1, 2016. The final CHIP and CHA will serve as the department’s guiding document in addressing the public health needs of ELVPHD communities.

For more information, please contact the Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department at (877) 379-4400. ##

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Helping Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Gain Access to Markets

June 14, 2016 Leave a comment


By Sarah Beaman, sarahb@cfra.org, Center for Rural Affairs

According to the most recent census of agriculture, there are 6 times more farmers over 65 than under 35.  Beginning farmers and ranchers represent a crucial component for the future of agriculture, but they must overcome stern challenges to get started.
Beginning farmers and ranchers can increase the likelihood of success by specializing in the production of value-added products. Value-added commodities can be created by changing the physical state of a commodity; producing, marketing, or segregating a product in a way that enhances its value or customer-base; or aggregating and marketing a crop as locally-produced.
Value-added production may seem a daunting endeavor, especially for beginning farmers and ranchers with limited access to capital. But the USDA’s Value Added Producer Grant can help, giving priority to beginning farmers, small/midsized family farms, and socially disadvantaged farmers. Grants awarded provide up to 50% of the capital needed for a value-added venture (up to $250,000). Additionally, working capital grants (up to $75,000) are also awarded for planning activities (business plans, feasibility studies, marketing plans, etc.) used to establish marketing opportunities for value-added products.
Funded projects vary greatly, including conversion of switchgrass into fuel; marketing of premium applesauce from organically grown apples; and expanding a market for locally-produced, non-GMO, free-range chicken products.
The deadline for online applications is June 24.  Paper applications are due July 1.  For more information visit: http://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/value-added-producer-grants and http://sustainableagriculture.net/blog/2016-farmers-guide-to-vapg/ to download the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition VAPG Factsheet.

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Commision Stresses Park Visitors Restrict Firewood Movement Following EAB Confirmation

June 14, 2016 Leave a comment


LINCOLN – Now that the presence of the invasive emerald ash borer (EAB) has been confirmed in Nebraska, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission emphasizes that campers should continue to restrict the movement of firewood to prevent the spread of EAB throughout the state.

The Nebraska Department of Agriculture on June 8 confirmed the presence of the EAB in Omaha’s Pulaski Park. EAB is a tree-killing beetle native to Asia. It can move from state to state in firewood.

As in recent years, a Voluntary Firewood Exchange Program is in place at several state park areas to prevent the movement of the emerald ash borer within the state. Campers at Niobrara, Ponca, Eugene T. Mahoney and Indian Cave state parks, and Red Willow Reservoir, Medicine Creek Reservoir, Branched Oak, Lewis and Clark, Pawnee and Two Rivers state recreation areas who bring firewood from outside of the state should exchange their wood at the park office or campground host for an equal volume of locally acquired firewood.

In addition, it is recommended that Nebraska residents also acquire firewood at or near any park destination — whether that be a state park, city park, national park or private campground — rather than bringing it from other locations. Locally acquired firewood will be sold at park offices or concessions inside Chadron, Fort Robinson, Indian Cave, Eugene T. Mahoney, Niobrara, Platte River, Ponca and Smith Falls state parks and Branched Oak, Fremont, Lake Maloney, Lake Minatare, Lewis and Clark, Louisville, and Two Rivers state recreation areas.

Wood lying on the ground at Nebraska Game and Parks properties may be collected and burned as firewood on site.

Park visitors are commended for their cooperation with the wood exchange program and for their diligence in preventing the spread of EAB. Visitors are also reminded to enjoy campfires safely and in compliance with regulations to prevent wildfires.

More information can be found at: emeraldashborer.info and dontmovefirewood.org.

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Caregiver Support Group to Meet

June 13, 2016 Leave a comment


The monthly Caregiver Support Group will meet at the Bancroft Senior Center, Monday, June 15 at 2:00 p.m. We discuss a variety of topics at these meetings.

The personal information, shared by the caregivers during the meeting, is kept confidential. All caregivers are invited to attend. Bring a picture of your father.

 

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News From Bancroft Senior Center

June 13, 2016 Leave a comment


Bancroft Senior Center News by Connie Bargmann

*If you are 60+ and need information on programs designed to help keep you in your home longer or if you need legal help, contact Connie at 402-648-3387 or in the evening at 402-648-7648. There are no membership fees or attendance requirements and new faces are always welcome.

* We have the following medical equipment to loan out on an as need basis, wheel chair, bath seats, toilet seat riser and portable toilet chair, crutches or walkers. Call 402-648-3387 during office hours.

Meals on Wheels

*Would you like to get Meals on Wheels? Anyone over the age of 60 years and lives within the city limits are eligible for these meals. You may sign up anytime for the Meals on Wheels program; you can get the meals delivered however many times you want them each week. You must call 402-687-2332 before 8:30 a.m. if you want a meal that day. The suggested donation for the meals is $4.00.

 

Weekly Activities:

Wed. June 15: Coffee time at 9:30 a.m. No melody chime practice today. There will be bingo at 2:00 p.m.

Thurs. June 16: Tai Chi class at 9:30 a.m. and walking club at 10:40 a.m. Rolls and coffee from 9-11 a.m. There will be chair exercises today at 1:00 p.m. Sign to play 5-handed pinochle today at 1:30 p.m.

Fri. June 17: Meeting at 10:00 a.m. to distribute Farmers Market Coupons. Birthday party at 1:30 p.m. they will play pitch and hand & foot. Lunch is at 3:30 p.m.

Mon. June 20: Coffee time at 9:30 a.m. The caregiver support group meets at 2:00 p.m. All caregivers are invited to attend.

Tues. June 21: Tai Chi class is at 9:30 a.m. Stop in for coffee at 10:00 a.m. Walking exercises 10:40 a.m. Chair Exercises at 1:00 p.m. Have you signed up to play in the pitch tournament at 1:30 p.m.?

Wed. June 22: Melody chimers will practice at 9:00 p.m. Coffee time 9:30 a.m. The golf game is at 1:30 p.m. Stop in anytime in the afternoon for a root beer or strawberry float, price is $1.50.

 

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Happenings at Oakland Heights

June 12, 2016 Leave a comment


Oakland Heights News by Nancy Silvey

Had another nice weekend. On Monday June 13th we will be celebrating a 10 year employee anniversary for Christina Arnold, the party will be at 2:30 pm. On Tuesday June 14th we will be serving a Puttin on the Ritz Salad Luncheon for the residents at 11:30          am. Then on Thursday June 16th is the monthly Waffle Supper at 5:30 pm so come and enjoy dinner with your family member. Then on Saturday June 18th at 2:30 pm the Rusty Buckets will be here. We also have a resident celebrating a birthday next week, Happy Birthday to Iona Long on June 15th.

Church Service for Sunday June 12th at 2:30 pm will be given by the First Lutheran Church with a luncheon served afterwards. On Tuesday June 14th is Catholic Mass at 9:30 am given by Father Paul.

Activities for the week of June 13th to June 18th are as follows, Reading with Jill, Manicures, Sing a Long, Trivia , Bingo the w/Salem, Reading Group,   Bible Fellowship, Crafts, Let’s Play Ball, Crafty Cooking, Friday Bingo, Saturday morning video, and Lawrence Walk.

Volunteers signing in last week were; Judy Nelson, Mary Donavan, Anne Anderson, Patty Miller, Betty Hanna,   Bonnie Fleischman, Pat Anderson, Nadine Anderson, and Seth Anderson.

Guests signing in the guest book last week were: Ron and Mary Plageman to see Dorothy Larson. Kathy and Kevin Paul to see Margaret Moderow. Mark and Matt Benne to see Delwin Benne.

 

 

 

 

 

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Upcoming Weather

June 8, 2016 Leave a comment


Weather has been the talk, we are now seeing some rain being built back into eastern Nebraska for next week.

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Greg Mockenhaupt

ProEdge Risk Management Consultant

P: (402) 685-5613 | Greg.Mockenhaupt@cvacoop.com

1007 County Road O

Oakland, NE 68045

www.cvacoop.com

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News From Bancroft Senior Center

June 7, 2016 Leave a comment


Bancroft Senior Center News by Connie Bargmann

*If you are 60+ and need information on programs designed to help keep you in your home longer or if you need legal help, contact Connie at 402-648-3387 or in the evening at 402-648-7648. There are no membership fees or attendance requirements and new faces are always welcome.

* We have the following medical equipment to loan out on an as need basis, wheel chair, bath seats, toilet seat riser and portable toilet chair, crutches or walkers. Call 402-648-3387 during office hours.

Meals on Wheels

*Would you like to get Meals on Wheels? Anyone over the age of 60 years and lives within the city limits are eligible for these meals. You may sign up anytime for the Meals on Wheels program; you can get the meals delivered however many times you want them each week. You must call 402-687-2332 before 8:30 a.m. if you want a meal that day. The suggested donation for the meals is $4.00.

 

Weekly Activities:

Wed. June 8: Coffee time at 9:30 a.m. The melody chimers play at Legacy Gardens at 2:30 p.m. Rummikub or cards at 1:30 p.m.

Thurs. June 9: Tai Chi class at 9:30 a.m. and walking club at 10:40 a.m. Rolls and coffee from 9-11 a.m. Come and do the chair exercises with us at 1:00. Sign up to play in the pitch tournament at 1:30 p.m. Call to make a reservation for the noon meal tomorrow.

Fri. June 10: Pool players go to Wisner for a pool tournament. Sign up for the chicken noodle casserole meal we are having at noon today. Free blood pressure clinic at 11:40 a.m. Cards will be played after lunch.

Mon. June 13: Coffee time at 9:30 a.m. Come after lunch and play dominoes or cards.

Tues. June 14: Tai Chi class is at 9:30 a.m. Stop in for coffee at 10:00 a.m. Walking exercises 10:40 a.m. Chair Exercises at 1:00 p.m. Have you signed up to play in the pitch tournament at 1:30 p.m.?

Wed. June 15: Coffee time 9:30 a.m. There will be bingo at 2:00 p.m.

 

 

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