Happenings at Oakland Heights

February 19, 2015 Leave a comment


Oakland Heights News

By Nancy Silvey Activity Director

It was a nice Valentines dinner that was served on Saturday, the resident really enjoyed it, we also crowned this year’s Valentine King and Queen last Friday at the Valentine party, we would like to congratulate this year’s King John Dekker and Queen Doris Anderson and would like to thank Judy Nelson and Patty Miller for providing the entertainment for the party. This week we have our monthly Waffle Supper on Thursday February 19th at 5:30 pm. On Saturday February 21st the Rusty Buckets will be here to perform at 2:30 pm. Also a Happy Birthday to Wilma Neitzke on Friday February 20th, Wilma turns 102 this year. Next week on Monday February 23rd is the Resident council meeting at 2:30 pm.

Church Service for Sunday February 23rd at 2:30 pm will be given by the First Lutheran Church with a luncheon served afterwards. On Wednesday this week February 18th at 2:30 pm is an Ash Wednesday serve given by Pastor Hoden. Next Tuesday February 24th at 9:30 am is Catholic Mass given by Father Paul.

Activities for the week of February 23rd to February 28th are as followed, Reading with Marilyn, Manicures, Sing a Long, Coffee and Conversation, Crafts, Word Games, Bingo w/Methodist, Bible Fellowship, Let’s Play Ball, Crafty Cooking, Friday Bingo, Saturday morning movie, and Lawrence Walk.

Volunteers signing in last week were; Judy Nelson, Nadine Anderson, Betty Hanna, Bonnie Fleischman, Donna Baldwin, Patty Miller, Anne Anderson, Mary Donavon, Mary Alice Pearson, Cathi McMurtry, Sandra Anderson, Dani Moseman, and Sly Rouse

Activity Memorial Fund

A Memorial was given by Ray and Virginia Simpson in memory of Jerome Anderson.

John Dekker and Doris Anderson were crowned Valentine's Day King at Queen at Oakland Heights. Photo Courtesy of Oakland Heights.

John Dekker and Doris Anderson were crowned Valentine’s Day King at Queen at Oakland Heights. Photo Courtesy of Oakland Heights.

 

 

 

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Burt’s Best 4-H Club

February 19, 2015 Leave a comment


Burt's Best 4-H Club and their "American Gothic - 4-H Rocks" Snow Sculpture Created by: Lacey Petersen, Preslee Hansen, Greta Lindberg, Zach Petersen, Garret Lindberg and Rylee Hansen. Photo Credit/Mary Loftis.

Burt’s Best 4-H Club and their “American Gothic – 4-H Rocks” Snow Sculpture
Created by: Lacey Petersen, Preslee Hansen, Greta Lindberg, Zach Petersen, Garret Lindberg and Rylee Hansen.
Photo Credit/Mary Loftis.

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Valentine’s Day King and Queen at Logan Valley Manor

February 18, 2015 Leave a comment


Crowned as Valentine's Day King and Queen at Logan Valley Manor were Ray Brehmer and Melba Slaughter. Photo Credit Katie Onken.

Crowned as Valentine’s Day King and Queen at Logan Valley Manor were Ray Brehmer and Melba Slaughter. Photo Credit Katie Onken.

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Keep Looking Up! Get Started Right in Astronomy

February 17, 2015 Leave a comment


By Tom Fitzgerald
Ever look up in the evening and wonder about the night sky?  What is all that cool stuff that you see on a dark night here in Eastern Nebraska?  People of all ages are invited to attend Northeast Nebraska Astronomy Club (NENAC) at 7pm this Friday at the Lyons Library and 7pm this Saturday at the Decatur Sears Center.  There you will get a smart start into the universes’ greatest hobby, astronomy!  The evening’s discussion will be led by Tom Fitzgerald, an avid amateur astronomer for over 50 years from Arlington NE.  Bring a pencil, a flashlight and a curious mind and Tom will present your smart start in astronomy in three easy steps.  In six months time, you will be the neighborhood astronomy expert!
Following Tom’s discussion, Astronomical League observing programs will be explained and offered, star charts will freely be distributed to all and a computer tour of the February night sky will whisk you away into the cosmos!  Then weather permitting, Friday we will look through a large astronomical telescope at Bill Hedges’ “Lost in Space Observatory” in Lyons, and Saturday the viewing will be offered at Decatur’s “Fugman Observatory”.  You are encouraged to bring your binoculars and or telescopes to NENAC as well.  Please dress warmly as February temperatures can fall quickly after sunset.
For more information on this and future NENAC presentations, google “nenacstars” or call pastor Gary Fugman at 349-1953, and as always,
Keep Looking Up!

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4-H Leader Appreciation Event

February 17, 2015 Leave a comment


The Burt County 4-H Council hosted the 4-H  Leader Appreciation Event Sunday evening, February 15 in Oakland.

The group enjoyed a baked potato bar with all the fixings as well as new information on projects, enrollment procedures and making 4-H fun and educational for members and leaders.

The group took on the challenge of banana surgery. The surgery was successful in varying degrees as these leaders cut bananas into 4 pieces and then had to put it back together with a Banana Surgery First Aid Kit.

The activity illustrated an important life lessons showing once harm is done by words or actions it is very difficult, if not impossible to completely repair the damage.

Working together and valuing everyone’s contributions was also part of the activity as well as a good amount of laughter.

 

Renee Stammer and Nicole Hardeman both of Decatur concentrate on getting their banana back together Banana Surgery activity during the 4-H Leader event. Photo Credit/Mary Loftis.

Renee Stammer and Nicole Hardeman both of Decatur concentrate on getting their banana back together Banana Surgery activity during the 4-H Leader event. Photo Credit/Mary Loftis.

Tricia Bracht of West Point, with Sarah Miller and Kara Anderson of Lyons concentrate on successfully reassembling their banana during this 4-H leader activity Sunday evening. Photo Credit/Mary Loftis.

Tricia Bracht of West Point, with Sarah Miller and Kara Anderson of Lyons concentrate on successfully reassembling their banana during this 4-H leader activity Sunday evening. Photo Credit/Mary Loftis.

New 4-H Leader, Ellen Olson of Decatur and Dennis Fleischman of Tekamah survey the success of their Banana Surgery “patient”. Photo Credit/Mary Loftis.

New 4-H Leader, Ellen Olson of Decatur and Dennis Fleischman of Tekamah survey the success of their Banana Surgery “patient”.
Photo Credit/Mary Loftis.

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Time is Running Out to Sign Up For CSP

February 17, 2015 Leave a comment


By Traci Bruckner, tracib@cfra.org, Center for Rural Affairs 

Time is running out for farmers and ranchers that want to participate in the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) this year. February 27th is the deadline for the 2015 round. Producers should visit their local NRCS office before that date to initiate the application process.

 

The CSP rewards farmers, ranchers, and foresters for maintaining existing conservation practices and for adopting additional practices on cropland, grassland, non-industrial private forestland and tribal lands. The program pays producers for fostering clean water, better soil management, improved habitat, and other natural resource benefits.

 

As part of the CSP application process, applicants work with NRCS field personnel to complete a resource inventory of their land to determine the conservation performance for existing and new conservation activities. The applicant’s conservation performance will be used to determine eligibility, ranking and payments. Contracts are awarded to those offering the highest level of environmental benefits, with NRCS working down through the list of eligible applicants until acreage allocated to the particular state runs out.

 

In addition, producers who received a CSP contract in 2011 have the opportunity to renew their contract for another five-year period. Renewal applications must be received by March 31, 2015 to ensure a seamless transition into their next contract without a lapse in payments. Renewal contracts do not compete with new applicants.

 

Potential applicants can call the Center for Rural Affairs Farm Bill helpline by calling (402) 687-2100 or emailing Traci Bruckner at tracib@cfra.org for assistance from Center staff with knowledge about program rules.

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News From Bancroft Senior Center

February 16, 2015 Leave a comment


* The senior center provides Information and Assistance to any individual who is looking for services for themselves or another person 60 years and older, the center manager and/or center participant can provide information to individuals on services available within the community. We link individuals to the services and opportunities that are available within or beyond the community itself. We will then establish adequate follow-up procedures to see that their needs were met. For more information call 402-648-3387.

*If you are 60 years and older 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.

* 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. Feb. 18: Melody chimes practice today at 9:00. Play any card game you want at 1:30.

Thurs. Feb. 19: Tai Chi class at 9:30, and walking ex class at 10:30. Stop in for coffee at 10:00. Sign up to play in the pinochle tournament at 1:30.

Fri. Feb. 20: Chair exercise at 10:00. You are invited to the birthday party at 1:30, play cards or work on the puzzle. Lunch is served at 3:30.

Mon. Feb. 23: Join us for coffee at 9:30. Come and play bingo at 2:00.

Tues. Feb. 24: Tai Chi class at 9:30, and walking ex. class at 10:30. Stop in for coffee at 10:00. Sign up to play in the pitch tournament at 1:30.

Wed. Feb. 25: Melody chimes practice at 9:00. The meal for today is liver and onions or meatloaf. Blood pressures start at 11:30. The speaker will be Sheri Dorsey and she will talk on nutrition at 12:20. Cards in the afternoon.

 

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Oakland Heights Valentine’s Day King and Queen

February 15, 2015 Leave a comment


Valentine's Day King and Queen at Oakland Heights are John Decker and Doris Anderson. They were crowned at the Valentine's Day party last Friday afternoon. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Valentine’s Day King and Queen at Oakland Heights are John Decker and Doris Anderson. They were crowned at the Valentine’s Day party last Friday afternoon. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Clover Stars 4-H Snow Sculpture

February 14, 2015 Leave a comment


You had to look fast in order to fully appreciate the efforts put into this 4-H Snow Sculpture by the Clover Stars 4-H Club members. Vandals hit it just hours after it was completed on the courthouse lawn and it was hit again by the next morning. Even though it was just snow, it's a sad testament to the lack of respect displayed by others. Justifiably proud of their creative efforts were: Riley, Coraline , Mady, Alex and Connor Davis. Photo Credit/Mary Loftis.

You had to look fast in order to fully appreciate the efforts put into this 4-H Snow Sculpture by the Clover Stars 4-H Club members.
Vandals hit it just hours after it was completed on the courthouse lawn and it was hit again by the next morning.
Even though it was just snow, it’s a sad testament to the lack of respect displayed by others.
Justifiably proud of their creative efforts were: Riley, Coraline , Mady, Alex and Connor Davis.
Photo Credit/Mary Loftis.

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Nebraska 4-H Month

February 14, 2015 Leave a comment


CELEBRATE NEBRASKA 4-H MONTH AT THE OMAHA CHILDREN’S MUSUEM

In celebration of Nebraska 4-H Month, the Omaha Children’s Museum is sponsoring a “4-H APPRECIATION DAY” on February 21 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

ALL Nebraska 4-H members, parents and volunteers are invited to enjoy FREE admission for the general exhibits plus the special ag literacy exhibit “Once Upon a Farm” at the Omaha Children’s Museum on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is an $11 value per person! The OCM just asks that 4-H members, parents and volunteers wear 4-H shirts (with a 4-H clover) as their proof of 4-H membership for FREE admission. In addition to the FREE admission, the OCM is offering a discounted membership to Nebraska 4-H families.

The Omaha Children’s Museum is located at 500 South 20th Street, Omaha, NE 68102. For more information about the Omaha Children’s Museum and the special exhibit, go to: http://www.ocm.org/

This opportunity is being offered because Nebraska Extension took part in the development of the special exhibit “Once Upon a Farm”. The special exhibit will be on display until April 12. What a great club or family outing!

 

HEY WRESTLING FANS . . . When you come to cheer on your favorite athletes at the 2015 NSAA State Wrestling Championship in Omaha, take a moment and bring the youngest fans to the museum. The Omaha Children’s Museum is less than two miles away from the CenturyLink Center and should take less than five minutes to get there. When you pack your favorite team shirt, don’t forget to pack your 4-H shirt too!

 

Promotion/Community Service Opportunity for 4-H Clubs/Members

Master’s Hand is having their annual “Spring Fling” on April 4th at their business south of Tekamah. They are inviting any 4-H Club or member to set up a table the promote 4-H, do a little hands on project with the kids attending, or show some project(s) you have done in 4-H. Give it some thought and see what you might come up with…maybe a mini judging contest, or a small animal to show, or decorating a jar or something. I’m sure you’ve got lots of good ideas. Just call Suzie at Master’s Hand 402-374-2003 to request space.

                                                    

2015 Special Garden Project – White Satin Carrot 

4-H’ers enrolled in the Special Garden Project will:

Receive a ‘packet’ of White Satin Carrot seed (one packet per youth) in early March.

Receive a newsletter about: planting & growing carrots, carrot problems & insects, exhibiting carrots, and harvesting, storing & using carrots.

Be able to enter this unique vegetable at County and State Fair.

Call the Extension office at 402-374-2929 to sign up for a packet of seeds. Only 15 packets were ordered so don’t miss out!

 

Snow/Snowless Sculptures

I’ve seen two club’s efforts in this creative contest this week, although vandalism and warm weather cut their promotional life shorter than expected. However the fun of creating something together cannot be undone by someone’s thoughtless destruction.

I encourage every 4-H member and club to show their pride in the 4-H program and create a monument to celebrate it…no matter how long it may survive! The 4-H program will survive and we challenge you to create some type of 4-H promotion to celebrate that fact…especially with February being Nebraska 4-H Month and Burt County 4-H Week February 22-28th!

Mary Loftis,

Extension Assistant
UNL Extension – Burt County
111 North 13th Street, Suite 6
Tekamah, NE 68061
Phone: (402) 374-2929

Fax: (402) 374-2930

Internet: mloftis2@unl.edu

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