The Around Town section of the Clipper-Herald is to notify the public of upcoming events and to publicize pertinent information from individuals, groups or service organizations.
LEXINGTON HAPPENINGS
The Lexington city offices will be closed July 3-4 in observance of Independence Day.
Lexington Area Farmer's Market at 237 Hardware on Saturdays from 8-11 a.m. and Tuesdays from 3-6 p.m.
City of Lexington Plum Creek 5K run/walk Saturday, June 27 at 11:30 a.m. Starts and ends at Lexington Racquet Center. Register by Thursday, June 18 to guarantee event T-shirt.
City of Lexington Firework Show Wednesday, July 1 at 10 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Pavilion. Food trucks from 7-10 p.m. and live music by The Innocence from 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Computer skills and job readiness program with Lutheran Family Services (800 N. Washington St.) Tuesday, July 7 from 2-4 p.m. Requirements: at least level 2 English proficiency, refugees within five years in the U.S. and open to all who test at level 2 or higher. What you will learn: basic computer skills, typing skills, career exploration and job search strategies. For questions email: handy.diaz@onelfs.org.
21st annual Golf Tournament for the Lexington Chamber of Commerce Wednesday, July 8 from 2-7 p.m. at Lakeside Country Club at Johnson Lake.
Summer Teen Movie Night Wednesday, July 8 from 6-8 p.m. at the Lexington Public Library for ages 11-14. Register by June 29. $10 per teen.
Lexington Mobile Food Pantry Thursday, July 9 at 3 p.m. at the Dawson County Fairgrounds.
Heartland Museum of Military Vehicle's second annual Summer Celebration Friday, July 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the museum. Join them to celebrate the US's 250th birthday with food trucks, live vehicle demonstrations, family activities and more.
Rooted in Nebraska: A Community Engagement Series at the Lexington Public Library Saturday, July 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
"Ladies Night at the Fair" Thursday, July 16 from 4-9 p.m. at the Dawson County Fair Commercial Building. Vendors, door prizes and cocktails.
The Platte Valley Auto Rodeo will be held Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18 during the Dawson County Fair at 8 p.m. each night. Free BBQ meal with rodeo tickets each night at 6 p.m. Ticket prices: $12 for adults, $5 for ages 6-12 and ages 5 and under are free.
Live music lineup for the Dawson County Fair and Rodeo: Casey Chytka on Thursday, July 16 from 9 p.m. to midnight; The Punching Pandas on Friday, July 17 from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.; and Nate Keim on Saturday, July 18 from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Lexington Area Christian Women's Connection presents "Happy 250th Birthday America" Tuesday, July 21 at 11:30 a.m. at Kirk's. Speaker is Linn Ann Huntington from Hays, Kansas. Reservations and cancellations by noon Monday, July 20. Call Sheri 308-320-0952 or Jonelle at 308-325-8279.
Elementary school bag Back-2-School event Thursday, July 20 from 9 a.m. to noon or until gone at 931 W. Seventh St., in Lexington. Sponsored by Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska.
Wine & Wings, Beer & Brats fundraiser night for the Blanche Senior Scholarship at Mac's Creek Thursday, Aug. 20 from 5-9 p.m.
Parkview Baptist Church holds a food pantry every third Saturday of the month at the Refuge Building (1105 Park St.) in Lexington.
The Dawson County History Museum is hosting “Coffee with Carol” the first Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m. to noon.
The Lexington Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. every fourth Monday of the month at the Lexington Grand Generation Center.
Lexington Rotary Club meets the first and third Tuesday of the month at Dawson County Annex Building at noon. For more information or to join call 308-325-7006.
The Dawson County Democrats meet at 4 p.m. the first Sunday of each month at the Los Jalapeños Restaurant.
American Legion in Lexington meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles.
WIC Clinic Sites, Dawson County: Lexington – Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska Building, 931 W. Seventh St., Tuesday through Thursday the first 4 full weeks for each month.
RYDE Transit — Public Transportation is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. To schedule a ride in Dawson County or Lexington call 308-324-3670. Public Transportation is easy to ride and open to everyone.
COZAD HAPPENINGS
Make a rainbow fish craft Monday, June 29 from 2-4 p.m. at the Wilson Public Library. Children under 8 years old need to attend with a helper.
Armchair Travels: Tuesday, June 30 at 5:30 p.m. with Marcie Kostrunek and her trip to Columbia as a college student through the Rotary Exchange Program.
The Wilson Public Library will be closed Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4.
Dine In/Drive Thru Burger Night with free grocery bag Thursday, July 9 for 5-6:30 p.m. at Grand Generation Center.
Bands, Brews and BBQs will be held Saturday, July 11 with the Lemon Fresh Day band headlining the night and opener by Heather Wellman. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. More information on ticket sales will be provided at a later date.
Monthly Coffee Chat with hospice Chaplain Pastor Robert Litzenberger Thursday, July 16 at 9:30 a.m. at the Grand Generation Center.
Pediatric Rehab Library event Friday, July 17 at 11 a.m. at the Wilson Public Library.
Recycling Center - Goodwill Industries will have a community donation trailer available on Highway 30 from June 22-29. Your donated goods not only keep items out of landfills helping to reduce waste and the resell of donated items provide mental health, employment, developmental disability services, and more in local communities.
Maker Market every Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. starting June 16 at The Green Space, east of 222 Hardware.
The Writing Society meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Wilson Public Library. Open to all writers of all levels and genres.
Blood Pressure Clinic at the Cozad Grand Generation Center the third Tuesday of every month at 11 a.m.
The Cozad Grand Generation Center has Home Delivered Meals to the Community Monday — Friday. If you would like to receive Home Delivered Meals or would like to pick up a Curbside Meal at 410 W. Ninth St. from 11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m., please call us at 308-784-2747 by 9:30 a.m. that morning, so we can arrange everything for your convenience.
The Cozad Grand Generation Center Bus is available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. To schedule a ride in Cozad call 308-784-2747.
GOTHENBURG HAPPENINGS
Free swimming pool admission, sponsored by Gothenburg Health, on the following Saturdays: June 27, July 11 and July 25. For all ages.
Livin' Out Loud is set for Aug. 15-16 at Lake Helen.
SUMNER HAPPENINGS
S-E-M Cross Country 5K Fun Run/Walk Sunday, June 28 at 7:30 a.m. at Sumner's park.
Sumner Nebraska Rodeo Friday, July 3 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 4 at 1:30 p.m.
MILLER HAPPENINGS
Miller's First Annual Summer Maker's Market July 17-18. Located at 322 W. Omaha Avenue, Miller.
AREA HAPPENINGS
76th annual Bertrand Fair and Rodeo June 27-30.
NeFarmTok 6th Annual Golf Tournament with silent auction and live auction to fundraise for the Chet and Lindsay Rosner family of Cozad. Location is Humphrey on Saturday, July 11. To signup for the events or make a donation, visit: nefarmtok.com or contact: cyndischure70@gmail.com.
ON THE BIG SCREEN
LEXINGTON
Majestic Theatre, 615 N. Washington St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $6, Students/Senior Citizens $5, Child $4
SHOWTIMES:
"Toy Story 5" (PG) - June 27-28 and July 1; Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 6 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m.
COZAD
Fox Theater, 100 E. Eighth St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $9, Student/Seniors/Military $8, 5 and under $6.50, Matinee (all ages) $6.50
SHOWTIMES:
"Obsession" (R) - June 27 - July 2; Saturday/Sunday at 4:20 and 7:20 p.m., Monday-Thursday at 7:20 p.m.
"Toy Story 5" (PG) - June 27 - July 2; Saturday/Sunday at 4:20 and 7:20 p.m., Monday-Thursday at 7:20 p.m.
“Supergirl” (PG-13) — June 27 - July 2; Saturday/Sunday at 4:10 and 7:10 p.m., Monday-Thursday at 7:10 p.m.
GOTHENBURG
Sun Theatre, 404 10th St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $5, Child (12 and under) $3, Senior Citizen $4
SHOWTIMES:
"Toy Story 5" (PG) - June 27-29; Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 5 p.m.
"Young Washington" (PG-13) - July 2-3, 5; Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 5 p.m.
PUBLIC LIBRARIES
The Lexington Public Library hours are: Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. — 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m., Sunday: Closed. Watch for lots of fun programs and activities this summer. Also, we are continuing curbside services; call the library at 308-324-2151 for information.
Novel Stitchers meets on Tuesdays from 3-5 p.m. in the Board Room of the Library.
Storytime meets at the Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
The Wilson Public Library normal hours are: Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. — 6 p.m., Friday: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m. and Saturday: 9 a.m. — 1 p.m. Public and private meetings have resumed, with 24-hour notice appreciated. Limits to how many attendees based upon room need, what equipment is available and other restrictions can be found by calling us at 308-784-2019 or stopping at the front desk. Normal policies about room rental can be found under Policies at wilsonpubliclibrary.org.
LEXINGTON GRAND GENERATION CENTER
The exercise room is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
MONDAY
10 a.m. - Frog
12:45 p.m. - I've Got It
TUESDAY
12:45 p.m. - Pool
1 p.m. - Bunco
2:30 p.m. - Hot Cookies
WEDNESDAY
8 a.m. - Miracle Ear
12:45 p.m. - Cards
1 p.m. - Frog
THURSDAY
12:45 p.m. - Cards
12:45 p.m. - Pool
1 p.m. - Bridge
FRIDAY
Closed
LEXINGTON GRAND GENERATION CENTER MENU
Homemade bread every day. Choice of skim, 2% or chocolate milk. No reservations are needed except for large groups. Serving time: 11:30 a.m. Please call 308-324-2498 by 10 a.m. for delivery or carryout meals.
MONDAY
Chicken Patty on Bun or Liver and onion, Tri Tater, Three Bean Casserole, Peaches
TUESDAY
Chuck Wagon Steak with Gravy, Fresh Yams, Hawaiian Carrots, Pineapple
WEDNESDAY
Hamburger on a Bun with Cheese, Fries, Baked Beans, Apricots, Dessert
THURSDAY
Pork Fritter with Gravy, Candi Yams, OJ with Beets, Tropical Fruit
FRIDAY
Closed
COZAD GRAND GENERATION CENTER
When Cozad schools are closed due to inclement weather, the center will also be closed. Check KRVN or the TV for weather related closings.
MONDAY
10 a.m. - Free Groceries
1 p.m. - Pitch
TUESDAY
8 a.m. - Tourism Meeting
Noon - Rotary
WEDNESDAY
10 a.m. - Free Groceries
THURSDAY
1 p.m. - Tai Chi
FRIDAY
Closed
COZAD GRAND GENERATION CENTER MENU
Salad Bar is available daily with meals served from 11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
MONDAY
Corndogs, Mac and Cheese, Sauerkraut, Pears, Cherry Bites
TUESDAY
Country Fried Pork Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Peach Salad, Ice Cream
WEDNESDAY
Lasagna, Carrots, Jello Pear Salad, Cucumber Salad, Garlic Bread, Dessert
THURSDAY
Fish or Cook's Choice, Baked Potato, Broccoli, Tropical Fruit, Dessert
FRIDAY
Closed
FARNAM SENIOR CENTER
The center will be closed on Fridays until further notice. When Eustis-Farnam Schools are closed due to the weather, the Senior Center will also be closed. Call ahead by 9:30 a.m. to get a meal 308-569-2359.
MONDAY
Hamburger Pizza, Potato Wedges, Broccoli, Applesauce
TUESDAY
Pork Chops, Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Peas, Peaches, Dinner Roll
WEDNESDAY
Chicken Lasagna, Broccoli, Lettuce Salad, Peaches, Garlic Bread
THURSDAY
Hamburgers, Potato Wedges, Pea Salad, Pears
GOSPER COUNTY SENIOR CENTER
All meals are served with vegetables, fruit and a sweet item. All meals are subject to change without notice. Please call by 10 a.m. for your reservation 308-785-2500. Suggested meal price is $8 for 60 and above and $9 for under 60.
MONDAY
Baked Steak
TUESDAY
Pulled Pork Nachos
WEDNESDAY
Chicken Fried Steak
THURSDAY
Glazed Sticky Pork
FRIDAY
Chicken Chef Salad
ORGANIZATIONS
It Works Group: AA meetings are held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from noon to 1 p.m. at 303 E. Sixth St., in Lexington.
First Christin Church NA: meets Sundays at 7 p.m., Tuesdays at 8 p.m. 1206 N. Erie St., in Lexington.
Westside Group: AA/NA: open meeting on Monday and Friday nights from 7-8 p.m. Meetings are held at Grace Lutheran Church, 105 E. 17th St., Lexington, use the south door.
Women's Group: meets every Tuesday from 7-8 p.m. on the second floor lounge at the Dawson County Courthouse (700 N. Washington St.)
Celebrate Recovery: Meetings at 7 p.m. on Fridays at Parkview Baptist Church’s Refuge Building (1105 Park St., Lexington) Contact: 308-324-4410.
Four Roads Group AA: meetings are held on Tuesdays from noon to 1 p.m., Fridays from 7-8 p.m. and Sundays from 7 p.m. at 1801 W. 18th St., in Lexington.
Grupo Lexington AA (Spanish Speaking): open meetings on Saturdays from 8-9 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to noon at 114 W. 6th St. in Lexington.
Group Nueva Vida Lexington (Spanish Speaking): open meetings on Fridays at 8 p.m. and Saturdays at 11 a.m. at 114 W. Eighth St., in Lexington.
Full of Grace: Meetings from 6-7 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Nazarene Church at 919 H St., in Cozad.
Southview Group: Meetings from 8-9 p.m. on Wednesdays at 1804 Papio Lane in Cozad.
SMART Recovery meets at St. Peter’s in the Valley Episcopal Church, 905 East 13th St., Tuesdays and Thursdays 7-8:30 p.m., Saturdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Sumner AA Group: meets Sundays and Tuesdays from 8-9 p.m. at 205 E. Fifth Avenue, in Sumner. For more information call 308-325-5827.
Bertrand Thurs Night Group: Meetings from 8-9 p.m. on Thursdays at Hope Lutheran Church, 74094 Road 436 in Smithfield. Call 308-785-3567 or 308-472-3376.
Odie Group AA/NA: meetings at 8 p.m. on Sundays in Elwood at 501 Calvert Avenue.
Pony Express Group AA: meetings are held from 7:30-8:30 p.m. on Mondays at the Gothenburg Evangelical Free Church (515 18th St.) in Gothenburg.
Thirsty Thursday by the Cemetery: Meetings held on Thursdays from 7-8 p.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church (2002 27th St.) in Gothenburg.
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meetings are held the second Thursday each month at 2 p.m. at Lexington Regional Health Center (1201 N. Erie St., Lexington). For more information contact Dixie Menke at 308-325-5350.
Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska Immunization Clinic, first and third Mondays every month: Open 10 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. by appointment at 931 W. Seventh St., Lexington. Previous vaccination records required. Contact 308-325-3436 or 308-325-3169.
Dawson/Gosper County CASA: seeking Volunteers. CASA Volunteers are everyday people from all walks of life, who advocate through the court system in the interests of children. Contact 308-324-7364.
