News From Bancroft Senior Center

December 8, 2014 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. Dec. 10: Melody chimes practice at 9:00. Sign up to play in the pitch tournament at 1:30.

Thurs. Dec. 11: Tai Chi Class at 9:30 and walking ex class at 10:30. Stop in and have coffee with us at 10:00. We have bingo at 2:00.

Fri. Dec. 12: Join us for the chair ex. at 10:00. Pool players go to Wisner for a pool tournament. The noon meal will be vegetable or chicken noodle soup. The pinochle tournament is 1:30.

Mon. Dec. 15: The caregiver support group will meet at 2:00 p.m.

Tues. Dec. 16: Tai Chi class at 9:30 and the walking ex. class at 10:30. Stop in for coffee at 10:00. The Christmas party starts at 2:00 p.m.

Wed. Dec. 17: No chimes practice. Hand and Foot card tournament at 1:30. Foot clinic will be this afternoon starting at 1:45. Call or stop in and make an appointment.

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Decorating Cupcakes at the Oakland Firehall

December 6, 2014 Leave a comment


Taryn Harney is proud of the cupcake she decorated at the firehall. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Taryn Harney is proud of the cupcake she decorated at the firehall. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Bentley’s First Visit With Santa

December 6, 2014 Leave a comment


Bentley Olson sees Santa for the first time! Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Bentley Olson sees Santa for the first time! Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Children Have Many Wishes to Share With Santa

December 6, 2014 Leave a comment


The Gahan grandkids are busy telling Santa what they want for Christmas. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

The Gahan grandkids are busy telling Santa what they want for Christmas. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Santa Visits Kids in Oakland

December 6, 2014 Leave a comment


Ava Johnson is a bit hesitant to meet Santa. He is persuasive with a candy cane! Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Ava Johnson is a bit hesitant to meet Santa. He is persuasive with a candy cane! Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Santa Claus Visits Oakland

December 6, 2014 Leave a comment


Landon Johnson visited Santa, telling him what he wants for Christmas. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Landon Johnson visited Santa, telling him what he wants for Christmas. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Fog Beginning to Lift

December 5, 2014 Leave a comment


It was a very foggy morning, but it was beginning to lift, and the temperature is on the rise! Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

It was a very foggy morning, but it was beginning to lift, and the temperature is on the rise! Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Christmas Shopping at Oakland Heights

December 5, 2014 Leave a comment


Oakland Heights held their annual bazaar providing shoppers with many items to buy for those on their shopping list. both photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Oakland Heights held their annual bazaar providing shoppers with many items to buy for those on their shopping list. both photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Bancroft Farm to School Food Service Workshop

December 5, 2014 Leave a comment


Lyons, NE – The Center for Rural Affairs will host a free and informative workshop focused on providing food service professionals and school food purchasers resources for sourcing local foods as well as tips for implementation of a Farm to School program.

 

WHO: The workshop is open to school food professionals, related staff, and administration in the greater Bancroft/Rosalie area. They’ll receive information and participate in hands-on activities on local food procurement, the bidding process, and contracting. A local producer will be on hand to answer specific questions.

 

WHAT: Free, informative, and hands-on workshop to learn more about Farm to School

 

WHEN: Thursday, December 11, 2014 from 2:30 – 5:00 pm

 

WHERE: Bancroft-Rosalie Public School

708 Main St

Bancroft, Nebraska

(appetizers and refreshments provided)

 

“A third of U.S children under the age of 17 are overweight, and only 2 percent of children in the country eat sufficient fruits and vegetables,” commented Sandra Renner with the Center for Rural Affairs. “Schools with farm to school programs are seeing many gains through improved academic achievement, fewer behavioral issues, and improved diets.”

 

Furthermore, according to the 2010 Census Bureau, if each of the 796,793 households in Nebraska committed to spending just $10 per week on locally-grown foods the state would keep more than $414 million of the food dollars circulating here in Nebraska, helping both family farms and the local economy. And Nebraskans would have the added benefit of eating fresher, tastier, healthier food.

 

Visit: http://www.cfra.org/events/bancroft-rosalie-farm-school-food-service-workshop for more information.

 

RSVP by December 10 to ensure enough materials are available for all attendees. Contact Sandra Renner, Center for Rural Affairs’ Farm to School Associate, 402-687-2103 x1020,sandrar@cfra.org.
This workshop is  sponsored  the Center for Rural Affairs. Funding for the project is provided in part by USDA Rural Development.

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SnapShots by Jeannene

December 4, 2014 Leave a comment


“I think this business chose me,” said Jeannene Schutt, owner of SnapShots by Jeannene. She runs a full service photography studio, based out of Cedar Bluffs, NE. “I do location and studio sessions. All sessions are fully edited,” stated Jeannene. “You have access to image files and professionally printed portraits to hang on your wall.”

Jeannene is in her sixth year at the studio and has been a shutterbug for as long as she can remember. “When the digital age rolled around, I dug my heels in, studying everything I could get my hands on,” said Jeannene. “I came to love the editing and marketing end of photography almost as much as clicking that shutter.”

There is more to the photography business than meets they yet. Jeannene believes in perfection in her work. “I am my worst critic. I want everyone’s portrait to look like I would want my family to look,” stated Jeannene. I put my heart and soul into a session, from beginning to end.”

As her business thrives, she becomes more and more creative, adding new more items to her business. “Buying props is fun, but always needing to update everything from cameras and computers and don’t forget programs. It takes lots of time to feel like you are where you want to be. I think that is different for everyone,” Jeannene said.

Photography is an adventure for her, something she enjoys with each session. “I love the fact that no two days are alike. That must be my ADD,” Jeannene stated.

Being self-employed not only takes a great deal of time and effort, but also requires support from those around you. “I am so lucky to have a husband that has supported every move I make with this business. In fact, he is the one that pushed me into a studio space,” Jeannene said. “My kids and grandkids have played a huge roll. You always have to have someone to practice on.”

If you wish to contact Jeannene for a photo session, she can be reached at 402-628-2646. She also has a site: snapshotsbyjeannene.com. You can also contact her via Facebook at SNAPSHOTS by Jeannene.

Jeannene is always revamping her studio, as seen here. Photo Credit/Jeannene Schutt.

Jeannene is always revamping her studio, as seen here. Photo Credit/Jeannene Schutt.

Busy revamping her studio, as she does quite often. Photo Credit/Jeannene Schutt.

Busy revamping her studio, as she does quite often. Photo Credit/Jeannene Schutt.

One of her favorite pictures of a couple that has been together for many years. Photo Credit/Jeannene Schutt.

One of her favorite pictures of a couple that has been together for many years. Photo Credit/Jeannene Schutt.

A newborn picture she adores too! Photo Credit/Jeannene Schutt.

A newborn picture she adores too! Photo Credit/Jeannene Schutt.

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