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 32nd Annual Joe Torres Sand Volleyball tournament is set for Sunday, July 26 at 8 a.m. at Plum Creek Park. The deadline to signup is Thursday, July 23 at noon. The entry fee is $100 per team. Contact Jim Macias to register at 308-746-3100 or Henry Vogt at 308-529-0705. This year's fundraiser is to support Dorita Glaze.
Lexington Back to School event for grades first to fifth Thursday, July 30 from 9 a.m. to noon (or until gone) at 931 W. Seventh St.
Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles Demo Days Saturday, July 25 and Saturday, Aug. 8 at noon and 3 p.m. Live vehicle demonstrations.
Lexington City Council meeting Tuesday, July 28 at 5:30 p.m.
Dawson County Commissioners meeting Friday, July 31 at 9 a.m. at the courthouse.
Free dental screenings Thursday, Aug. 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Dawson County Fairgrounds in Lexington.
Lexington Area Farmer's Market at 237 Hardware on Saturdays from 8-11 a.m. and Tuesdays from 3-6 p.m.
Mobile Food Pantry Thursday, Aug. 6 at the Dawson County Fairgrounds at 3 p.m.
Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, Aug. 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 201 E. Eighth St. To make an appointment, call Mag Fagot at 308-320-3280.
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
Stop by Security First Bank every Thursday in July for Root Beer Float Day.
Teen Crafternoon: Join the Wilson Public Library Tuesday, July 28 at 4 p.m. to make diamond art bookmarks. For ages 13-18. Register by July 24.
Join The Cut Barn for a free will donation hair cut special and bake sale to benefit Benjamin Ide of Cozad on Thursday, Aug. 6 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Wilson Public Library book sale begins July 27 to Aug. 7. Free will donation.
Music Mondays: Monday, Aug. 3 from 5-8 p.m.
Star Party Friday, Aug. 7 at dusk on the north end of Cozad High School football field.
Farmer and Rancher Appreciation Dine In/Drive Thru Burger Night Thursday, Aug. 13 from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Cozad Grand Generation Center with free grocery boxes.
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
Coffee and Chat at Gothenburg Health with guest speakers from Valley Hope Monday, July 27 at 2:30 p.m. in the Larry Gill Board Room.
Free swimming pool admission, sponsored by Gothenburg Health, on the following Saturdays: July 25. For all ages.
Livin' Out Loud is set for Aug. 15-16 at Lake Helen.
ON THE BIG SCREEN
LEXINGTON
Majestic Theatre, 615 N. Washington St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $6, Students/Senior Citizens $5, Child $4
SHOWTIMES:
“Supergirl” (PG-13) - July 24-29; Friday/Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 6 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m.
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” (PG-13) - July 31 - Aug. 2, 5 and Aug. 7-9 and 12; Fridays/Saturdays at 7 p.m., Sundays at 6 p.m. and Wednesdays 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:
"Young Washington" (PG-13) - July 25-30; Saturday/Sunday at 4:10 and 7:10 p.m. and Monday-Thursday at 7:10 p.m.
"Spider Man Brand New Day" (PG-13) - July 31 - Aug. 6; Friday at 7:10 p.m., Saturday/Sunday at 4:10 and 7:10 p.m. and Monday-Thursday at 7:10 p.m.
"Odyssey" (R) - July 25 - Aug. 6; Saturdays/Sundays at 4 and 7 p.m., Monday-Friday at 7 p.m.
“Moana” (PG-13) - July 25-30; Saturday/Sunday at 4:20 and 7:20 p.m. and Monday-Thursday at 7:20 p.m.
"Sonic the Hedgehog 3" (PG) - Wednesday, July 29 at 2 p.m.
"Sandlot" (PG) - Wednesday, Aug. 5 at 2 p.m.
GOTHENBURG
Sun Theatre, 404 10th St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $5, Child (12 and under) $3, Senior Citizen $4
SHOWTIMES:
"The Odyssey" (R) - July 24-26; Friday/Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 5 p.m.
“Minions & Monsters” (PG) - July 31 - Aug. 2; Friday/Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 5 p.m.
“Fun Pianos” - Saturday, Aug. 8 at 7:30 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: 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
12:45 p.m. - Cards
1 p.m. - Frog
THURSDAY
12:45 p.m. - Farkle
12:45 p.m. - Pool
FRIDAY
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, Cali Blend Veggies, Wild Rice, Cold Veggie Salad, Mandarin Oranges
TUESDAY
Cubed Pork with Gravy, Baby Bakers, Mixed Veggies, Apricots
WEDNESDAY
Chuckwagon Steak with Gravy, Scalloped Potatoes, Buttered Cabbage, Mixed Fruit
THURSDAY
Italian Chicken with Bowtie Pasta and Sauce, Tri Taters, Italian Green Beans, Apple Slices
FRIDAY
Beef Hot Dog on Bun with Cheese Sauce, Fries, Three Bean Casserole, Pineapple
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
TUESDAY
8 a.m. - Tourism Meeting
Noon - Rotary
WEDNESDAY
10 a.m. - Free Groceries
12:30 p.m. - Pinochle
THURSDAY
1 p.m. - Tai Chi
COZAD GRAND GENERATION CENTER MENU
Salad Bar is available daily with meals served from 11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
MONDAY
Spaghetti, Corn, Fruit Mix, Garlic Bread, Cookies
TUESDAY
Ham Balls, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Pears, Ice Cream
WEDNESDAY
Chicken and Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Veggies, Cookie Salad, Dessert
THURSDAY
Chili Dog, Sauerkraut, Tater Tots, Blueberries/Strawberries, Ice Cream
FRIDAY
Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Applesauce, Pumpkin Bars
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
Saulsbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Beets, Watermelon, Dinner Roll
TUESDAY
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole, Diced Potatoes, Carrot Salad, Pears, Dinner Roll
WEDNESDAY
Beef Enchilada, Lettuce Salad, Corn, Peaches
THURSDAY
Breakfast Casserole, Hashbrowns, Pea Salad, Fruit Cocktail, Dinner Roll
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
Loin Chops
TUESDAY
Meatloaf
WEDNESDAY
Pork Carnitas
THURSDAY
Spaghetti
FRIDAY
Fish Sandwich
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 Christian 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.
