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
Valentine's themed Cookie Decorating Party Thursday, Feb. 5 at 5:45 p.m. at Mac's Creek Winery. $40 per person.
Mobile Food Pantry Thursday, Feb. 5 at 3 p.m. at the Dawson County Fairgrounds.
GriefShare beings every Thursday starting Feb. 5 through April 30 at 6:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church.
Help KRVN celebrate 75 years on the radio Monday, Feb. 2 from 1 to 3 p.m. at KRVN studios.
Dawson County Special Olympics Cornhole Social and Skills informational nights from 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3 at Cozad Wellness Center and Tuesday, March 3 at Gothenburg YMCA.
Night Amongst the Stars Valentine's Day Dance Saturday, Feb. 14 at the Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles from 7-9 p.m. $10 per person or $15 per couple. The theme is 60s and 70s.
Daddy-Daughter dinner and dance at the Lexington High School sponsored by the YMCA Friday, Feb. 13 from 6-7:30 p.m. $20 per person.
Mother-Son Nerf Night Friday, Feb. 13 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the YMCA gym. Theme is camo. $10 per person.
Dawson Area College and Career Fair at Lexington High School on Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 9-11 a.m.
Coffee and Conversations at the Orthman Community YMCA with Dr. Kyle Klammer Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 8 a.m.
Lexington Regional Health Center's CEO Jason Douglas will be speaking at the hospital's ladies Auxiliary group Wednesday, Feb. 18 at 2 p.m. at the Rehab building.
Dawson County Cancer Care annual fundraiser Wine and Chocolate tasting experience at Mac's Creek Winery Saturday, Feb. 7 from 4-7 p.m. $20/person. To purchase tickets call Mac's Creek Winery at 308-324-0440 or by email to Sharon Wood at mizsawood@gmail.com.
Cropping at the Museum: Rescuing the Past April 10-13 at the Dawson County Historical Museum. All proceeds benefit the museum.
Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District will open its winter eagle viewing at the J-2 Hydroplant south of Lexington until Feb. 22. Open 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday.
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 6:30 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
Snowy Saturday Sales at participating store during their store hours Saturday, Jan. 31 in Cozad.
Cozad Community Foundation is accepting items, services or an experience for their upcoming Red Day fundraiser auction. Red Day will be held Saturday, March 21 at 7 p.m. at Cozad Elks Club. Contact Robyn Geiser at 308-325-2450 or by email at ccf@cozadtel.net.
Process HeARTs Monday, Feb. 9 from 3-5 p.m. at the Wilson Public Library.
The Wilson Public Library is hosting their Writing Society on Tuesday Feb. 3 and 17 at 6 p.m. at the library.
Crafternoon: Love Bugs at the Wilson Public Library Thursday, Feb. 12 from 3-5 p.m. for age 10 and up.
Storytime with Sauce, certified therapy dog, Friday, Feb. 27 at 11 a.m. at the Wilson Public Library.
Movie Matinee at the library Wednesday, Feb. 18 at 2:30 p.m.
Free Groceries Drive Thru Thursday, Feb. 12 at 5 p.m. at the Cozad Grand Generation Center.
Story and Craft Time for moms and kids Thursday, Feb. 12 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Wilson Public Library.
Tax Clinics at the Wilson Public Library on Friday Feb. 6 and 20 and Friday March 6 and 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Souper Bowl at the Cozad Grand Generation Center Friday, Feb. 6 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Cost is $10 which includes samples of all the soups, a full bowl of soup and a pie-ice cream sundae bar and one vote.
Cozad Grand Generation Center Valentine's Day Flower Fundraiser with free delivery in Cozad. Pre-order by Feb. 6 with every purchase supporting the Grand Generation Center. Call 308-784-2747 for orders.
Cake and Silent Auction Thursday, Feb. 12 from 9 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. at the Cozad Elks Club.
Community Chat: TeamMates Mentoring with guest speaker Jennifer Walls on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at noon at the Wilson Public Library.
Dine In or Drive Thru Turkey Dinner Thursday, Feb. 12 from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Cozad Grand Generation Center.
Join the Wilson Public Library for felted wool dryer balls crafts Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 4 p.m. Register by Friday, Feb. 13 for ages 15 and up.
Landscape Design with Extension Educator Elizabeth Exstrom Saturday, Feb. 28 at 10 a.m. at the Wilson Public Library.
Armchair Travels: Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 5:30 p.m. with Mary Jane Shala at the Wilson Public Library.
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.
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.
FARNAM HAPPENINGS
Prime Rib Dinner Saturday, Feb. 7 at 6:30 p.m. at 3 Brothers Winery-Farnam. Call Gary at 308-320-0020 for reservations. $45 per person.
Valentine's Day meal at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 with baby back ribs and swordfish at 3 Brothers Winery-Farnam. Call Gary at 308-320-0020 for reservations. $45 per person.
Prime Rib Dinner Saturday, March 14 at 6:30 p.m. at 3 Brothers Winery-Farnam. Call Gary at 308-320-0020 for reservations. $45 per person.
Barn Quilt Workshop Sunday, March 22 from 2-5 p.m. at 3 Brothers Winery-Farnan. For information, reservations, payments at artisticinnovationsne.com or 308-529-8992. $80 per person.
GOTHENBURG HAPPEINGS
Ag Health and Safety Day Tuesday, Feb. 3 at Dayspring Bank Event Center in Gothenburg at 9:45 a.m.
Boots and Bouquets Banquet Saturday, Feb. 21 from 6-8 p.m. at the Impact Center. Purchase tickets from an FFA member or at the Gothenburg Chamber of Commerce office.
AREA HAPPENINGS
Elm Creek Fire and Rescue Department annual pancake feed Saturday, Jan. 31 from 5-7:30 p.m. at the fire hall. Free will donation and raffle tickets for sale.
Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District meeting Monday, Feb. 2 at 9 a.m. at the district headquarters in Holdrege. Located at 415 Lincoln St.
ON THE BIG SCREEN
LEXINGTON
Majestic Theatre, 615 N. Washington St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $5, Students/Senior Citizens/Child $4
SHOWTIMES:
"Charlie the Wonderdog" (PG) - Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, Feb. 4; Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 3 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m.
"Hamnet" (PG-13) - Feb. 6-8, 11; Friday/Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 3 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m.
"Solo Mio" (PG) - Feb. 13-15, 18; Friday/Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 3 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m. and special showing Feb. 18 at 2 p.m.
"Mercy" (PG-13) - Feb. 20-22, 25; Friday/Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 3 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:
"Iron Lung" (R) - Jan. 31 and Feb. 1-5; Saturday/Sunday at 4 and 7 p.m. and Monday-Thursday at 7 p.m.
"Mercy" (R) - Jan. 31 and Feb. 1-5; Saturday/Sunday at 4:20 and 7:20 p.m. and Monday-Thursday at 7:20 p.m.
"Send Help" (R) - Jan. 31 and Feb. 1-5; Saturday/Sunday at 4:10 and 7:10 p.m. and 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:
"Charlie the Wonderdog" (PG) - Jan. 30 - Feb. 1; Friday/Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 5:30 p.m.
"Solo Milo" (PG) - Feb. 6-8; Friday/Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 5:30 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: 10 a.m. — 7 p.m., Friday: 10 a.m. — 5 p.m. and Saturday: 10 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. - Bridge
1 p.m. - Bunco
2:30 p.m. - Hot Cookies
WEDNESDAY
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Miracle Ear
12:45 p.m. - Cards
1 p.m. - Frog
THURSDAY
12:45 p.m. - Farkle
12:45 p.m. - Pool
1 p.m. - Bridge
FRIDAY
9 a.m. - Coffee time
12:45 p.m. - Cards
1 p.m. - Frog
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
Sweet and Sour Chicken, Broccoli, Rice with Veggies, Fresh Fruit
TUESDAY
Ham, Fresh Yams, Cali Blend Veggie Casserole, Applesauce
WEDNESDAY
Mushroom Steak in Gravy, Baby Bakers, OJ with Beets, Mixed Fruit
THURSDAY
Chicken Patty on Bun or Fish, Tater Tots, Three Bean Casserole, Pears
FRIDAY
Taco Bar, Meat Sauce, Tri Tater, Beans, Apricots, Tortillas, Dessert
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
Noon - Rotary
1 p.m. - Bridge
1 p.m. - Dominos
1:15 p.m. - Foot Clinic
WEDNESDAY
10 a.m. - Free Groceries
FRIDAY
5:30-7 p.m. - Souper Bowl Cookoff
COZAD GRAND GENERATION CENTER MENU
Salad Bar is available daily with meals served from 11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
MONDAY
Chicken Fritter, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Corn, Mixed Fruit, Cookies
TUESDAY
Baked Ham, Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans, Frog Eyed Salad, Potato Salad, Ice Cream
WEDNESDAY
Sloppy Joes, Macaroni Salad, Tater Tots, Pears, Ice Cream
THURSDAY
Smothered Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Brussel Sprouts, Peach Salad, Ice Cream
FRIDAY
French Toast, Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Hot Fruit, Veggie Sticks, Bread Pudding
FARNAM SENIOR CENTER
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
Meatloaf, Scalloped Potatoes, Broccoli, Applesauce, Garlic Bread
TUESDAY
Mexican Casserole, Potato Wedges, Pea Salad, Pears, Dinner Roll
WEDNESDAY
Oven Baked Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Peaches, Dinner Roll
THURSDAY
BBQ Pork Ribs, Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Fruit Cocktail, Cornbread
FRIDAY
Sausage Gravy, Diced Potatoes, Green Beans, Apricots, Biscuits
GOSPER COUNTY SENIOR CENTER
All meals are served with vegetables, fruit and a sweet item. Please call before 10 a.m. for your reservation 308-785-2500. Menu is subject to change without notice.
MONDAY
Lasagna
TUESDAY
Mac and Cheese with Tuna
WEDNESDAY
Fried Chicken
THURSDAY
Beef Fajitas
FRIDAY
Soup and Sandwich
ORGANIZATIONS
Full of Grace: Meetings at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Nazarene Church at 919 H St. in Cozad.
Southview Group: Meetings at 8 p.m. on Wednesdays at 1804 Papio Lane in Cozad.
Westside Group: AA/NA: open meeting on Friday nights at 7 p.m. Meetings are held at Grace Lutheran Church, 105 E. 17th St., Lexington, use the south door.
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 at noon, Fridays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. at 1801 W. 18th St. in Lexington.
It Works Group: AA meetings are held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at noon at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 303 E. 6th St. in Lexington.
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.
Grupo Lexington AA (Spanish Speaking): open meetings on Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 11 a.m., at 114 W. 6th St. in Lexington.
Sumner AA Group: meets Tuesdays at 8 p.m. at the United Church of Sumner, 504 Main St., Sumner. For more information call 308-325-5827.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings: Meetings at 8 p.m. on Thursdays at Hope Lutheran Church, 74094 Road 436 in Smithfield. Call 308-785-3567 or 308-472-3376.
Pony Express Group AA: meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. on Mondays at the Gothenburg Evangelical Free Church (515 18th St) in Gothenburg.
Thirsty Thursday by the Cemetery: Meetings held on Thursdays at 7 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.
