GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Attention 4-Her's:  Record Books, Camp Scholarships and Diamond Clover Awards are due in the Extension Office by October 1st.

West Nile Virus Season has arrived and North Central District Health Department is once again providing surveillance throughout the nine county district and taking phone reports of dead birds and collecting birds for testing beginning May 30th and continuing through October 2010. This year they will be collecting all species of birds in order to detect the presence of West Nile Virus sooner. The health department is requesting that people who see sick, dying or dead birds contact the health department at 1-877-336-2406. North Central District Health Department covers Antelope, Boyd, Brown, Cherry, Holt, Keya Paha, Knox, Pierce, and Rock counties..

The O'Neill Public Library has acquired Global Road Warrior, a world-class econtent database offering country by country information on 175 nations and territories.  It features more than 8 million words of editorial content, over 6500 color photos and 1575 maps, all presented in a consistent 92 category framework for each country.  Created by an international team of researchers, cartographers and writers, Global Road Warrior is continually updated.  This database is proving valuable to mutilple educational disciplines and promotes cross cultural understanding through comparative studies.  Students working on research, business people engaged in international trade, and anyone planning international travel will find what they need within this site. 

O'Neill Public Library is offering Global Road Warrior as a free service to students conducting research for international studies in areas of social science, geography and international business.  To access Global Road Warrior, visit or call the library at 336-3110.

Come to the Atkinson Public Library through the month of September to see the beautiful art display of local artist, Doris Vogel.  Her artwork consists of a wide variety of subjects to include scenery, wildlife culture from different areas, and nature, hand painted on canvas, wood and glass.  Doris' artwork has always been very personal and private, for herself and her family to enjoy!  At this time in her life, she would like to share her talents with her extended family and hometown area.  So come see her lifelong story told through more than 200 beautiful items from her lifelong collection of art at the Atkinson Public Library during the month of September.

SEPTEMBER EVENTS TS

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 2ND

The Emergency Medical Services Program of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services will offer a workshop on "START Triage" for emergency medical technicians and first responders.  The workshop will be held at the Ewing City Hall on Thursday, September 2nd from 7 to 10 p.m.  The workshop is worth 3 continuing education hours.  For more information, contact Carol Jorgensen, North Central Nebraska Emergency Medical Specialist at 1-800-642-4095.

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 4TH

Old Timer's Rodeo and Jackpot Teamroping will take place at the Burwell Fairgrounds on Saturday, September 4th at 1:30 p.m.  To enter call Lori Hughes at 308-730-2657 after 4 p.m.  Events include tie down calf roping, men's and women's breakaway, ribbon roping, steer undecorating, team roping, barrel racing and wild horse race.

The Bravo Group will be pumping gas and washing windows at Fox's Food Plaza in O'Neill on Saturday, September 4 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a fundraising project and tips.

130 Year O'Connor Reunion will take place on Saturday, September 4th at O'Conner (5 miles southeast of Greely).  There will be a program at 4 p.m. a mass at 4:30 p.m. and a dinner at 6 p.m. with music in the evening.  For dinner reservations, please call John Harvey at 308-428-3095.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 5TH

Sunday, September 5th St. Johns Church in Petersburg, will be holding their 46th Annual Parish Festival.  The Social Garden opens at 3 p.m. Roast beef and grilled sausage, potatoes, corn, salad and desserts will be served from 4 to 7:30 p.m.   Indoor Bingo from 4 to 8 p.m.  Mini auction starts at 6:30 p.m. followed by the main raffle.  There will also be a quilt raffle and Gun, Rod & Reel raffle.

There will be an Open House for Joyce Thramer's 80th Birthday on Sunday, September 5th from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Thramer Home in Ewing.  Please come and say Happy Birthday!

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 7TH

A monthly Car Seat Inspection Station will be held on Tuesday, September 7th at the O'Neill Firehall from 10:30 to 6 p.m. Please call 336-5122 to make an appointment.  Be certain that your children and grand children are being transported as safely as possible.  99% of car seats are being used incorrectly - let trained technicians assist you and answer your car seat questions!  For local information contact Kate at 336-5286

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 8TH

There will be a Hunter's Safety Class on Wednesday, September 8th at the Orchard Fire Hall from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. and then the second class on Saturday, September 11th from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Need to be at least 11 years old by the class date.  Would prefer you pre-register by calling days 893-2085 or evenings 893-4355 or 893-5461.

Chambers Blood Drive will be held at the Chambers Legion Hall on Wednesday, September 8th from 12 to 4:30 p.m.  Contact Louanne Deermer at 482-5526 for an appointment and all walk ins are welcome.

The Stuart Roping Club will no longer be roping on Wednesday nights for the rest of the season.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 9TH

Well known Christian singer, Dallas Holm, will be in concert at Faith, Hope & Love Fellowship, 504 Oak St, Creighton, NE on Thursday, September 9th at 7:30 p.m.  There is free admission, but a love offering will be received.  For more information call Pastor Casey Nelson at 402-847-3400.

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 10TH

On Friday, September 10th the Inman Community Church will be having a Pork Loin Supper from 5 to 7:30 p.m.  They will be serving Pork Loin, Mashed potatoes and gravy, apple sauce, green beans, cucumber & tomato salad, rolls and cake with cherry topping.  Adults are $6 and Carry out is $6.50.  Children are priced accordingly.

Everyone is invited to attend the Homecoming Soup Supper on Friday, September 10th from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church Basement in Creighton.  Serving Chili, Chicken Noodle, Ham sandwiches, Cheese Spread Sandwiches, Pie and Desserts, Coffee, tea and milk.  Children under 5 eat free.

The community is invited to the Patriots Day Program on September 10th at 9 a.m. in the West Holt Lecture Hall.  The 9-11 Memorial mural will be unveiled.  All emergency personnel and military are encouraged to come and be honored.

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 11TH

The second class of the Hunter's Safety Course at the Orchard Fire Hall will take place on Saturday, September 11th from 8 to 5.  You need to be at least 11 years old by the class date.  Would prefer you to pre-register by calling days 893-2085 or evenings 893-4355 or 893-5461.

You are invited to the Old Settlers Picnic at the Rose Church near Rose, NE on Saturday, September 11th.  The Carry In Potluck will begin at noon.  A music program will follow at 2 p.m. with Sandy Miller and friends performing.  Bring your lawn chairs and come and enjoy the day in the country at the Rose Church.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 12TH

The Chambers Sons of the American Legion is sponsoring a Trap Shoot, Sunday, September 12th at 1 p.m. at Hoerle's Lakes.  There will be cash prizes.  Hoerle's Lakes are 1 3/4 miles west and 1/4 mile south of Hoerle's Station on Hwy 281.

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 14TH

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers.  MOPS exists to meet the needs of every mom - urban, suburban and rural moms, stay at home and working moms, teen, single and married moms - moms with different lifestyles who all share a similar desire to be the very best moms they can be!  MOPS recognizes that the years from infancy through kindergarten are foundational in a mother-child relationship and are filled with unique needs.  MOPS helps moms through relationships established in the context of local groups that provide a caring atmosphere for today's mother of young children.  The first meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 14th from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Faith Community Church in O'Neill.  The cost is $5 and FREE childcare is available.  For more information contact Carissa Konrad at 402-336-3542.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 15TH

The Stuart Roping Club will no longer be roping on Wednesday nights for the rest of the season.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 22ND

The Stuart Roping Club will no longer be roping on Wednesday nights for the rest of the season.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 29TH

The Stuart Roping Club will no longer be roping on Wednesday nights for the rest of the season.

OCTOBER EVENTS!!

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

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.

The Inman Public Library is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 3 PM to 5 PM.

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

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.

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 or 402-394-5736.

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 Dorothy at 336-4193 or 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.