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 Missoula Children's Theater Production of "Hansel and Gretel" will be Saturday, March 21 at 2 p.m. at the Lexington Middle School Auditorium. Doors open at 1:30 p.m.
Lexington Lions Club Pancake Feed Saturday, March 21 at the Dawson County Fairgrounds 4-H building. Tickets are $7, and sold at the door.
Lenten Lunches sponsored by Lexington Ministerial Association with from noon to 12:20 p.m. with service from 12:20 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Thursday, March 26 at Grace Lutheran Church.
The Power of Participation lunch and learn from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 26 at the Lexington Public Library. Presented by Cesar Garcia and Amber Lozoya with Nebraska Appleseed. Seating is limited so reserve your space before March 24.
Nebraska Department of Labor will host a job fair March 26 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Dawson County Fairgrounds to support individuals who are still seeking employment following the Tyson closure.
Knights of Columbus 29th annual fish fry and raffle Friday, March 27 from 4:30-7 p.m. at St. Ann's Parish Center.
VFW 5136 Auxiliary will hold its quarterly meeting Tuesday, April 7 at 9:15 a.m. at the Pinnacle Bank meeting room They will be discussing possible consolidation with VFW 890 Auxiliary.
9 Pin No-Tap moonlight bowling event for the 2026 Chamber Challenge at Strike and Spare Bowl March 20-21. $50 per team.
Free mobile food pantry Thursday, April 2 at 3 p.m. at the Dawson County Fairgrounds.
Free community shredding event Friday, April 10 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: 617 N. Grant St., Lexington.
Easter Egg Hunt at Ridgeway Senior Living Friday, April 3 at 2 p.m.
Vendors are needed for the Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA April 17 from 6-9 p.m. Contact the YMCA before April 6.
Central Community College - Lexington is offering basic construction and safety classes March 20-21 and 27, Fridays and Saturdays, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.$3,280 per person. To sign up, contact: danielgettinger@cccneb.edu or by phone: 308-338-4011. GAP funding is available for recently laid-off or displaced workers.
Orthman Community YMCA Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4 at 10:30 a.m. at Kirkpatrick Memorial Park.
LWML Spring Salad Luncheon Thursday, April 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church.
GriefShare meets every Thursday through April 30 at 6:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church.
Cropping at the Museum: Rescuing the Past April 10-13 at the Dawson County Historical Museum. All proceeds benefit the museum
YMCA Cinco de Mayo 5/10K walk/run Saturday, May 2 at 9 a.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
Peep Diorama Contest at the Wilson Public Library Thursday, March 26 at 3 p.m.
Red Day will be held Saturday, March 21 at 7 p.m. at Cozad Elks Club.
Grand Generation Center drive thru free grocery day from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, April 9.
Nebraska Scams and Fraud Education program at the Cozad Grand Generation Center Tuesday, April 28 at 1 p.m. and at 5:30 p.m. at the Wilson Public Library.
Blacktop Classics Car Show Saturday, June 6 at 11 a.m. in downtown Cozad on Meridian Avenue.
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.
GOTHENBURG HAPPENINGS
Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4 at 1:30 p.m. for ages 1-12 years old at the Gothenburg Four-Plex hosted by Dayspring Bank.
ON THE BIG SCREEN
LEXINGTON
Majestic Theatre, 615 N. Washington St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $5, Students/Senior Citizens/Child $4
SHOWTIMES:
"I Can Only Imagine 2" (PG) - March 20-22, 25; Friday/Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 6 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m.
"Reminders of Him" (PG-13) - March 27-29, April 1; Friday/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:
"Project Hail Mary" (PG-13) - March 21-26; Saturday/Sunday at 4 and 7 p.m. and Monday-Thursday at 7 p.m.
"Reminders of Him" (PG-13) - March 21-26; Saturday/Sunday at 4:10 and 7:10 p.m. and Monday-Thursday at 7:10 p.m.
"Hoppers" (PG) - March 17-19; March 21-26; Saturday/Sunday at 4:20 and 7:20 p.m. and Monday-Thursday at 7:20 p.m.
GOTHENBURG
Sun Theatre, 404 10th St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $5, Child (12 and under) $3, Senior Citizen $4
SHOWTIMES:
"I Can Only Imagine 2" (PG) - March 27-29; Friday/Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 5 p.m.
"The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" (PG) - April 3-5; Friday/Saturday 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: 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
9 a.m. - Movie Time
12:45 p.m. - Pool
1 p.m. - Bunco
1 p.m. - Foot Clinic
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
1 p.m. - Bridge
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
Swiss Steak, Potato Casserole, Lima Beans, Pineapple
TUESDAY
Baked Chicken, Scalloped Potatoes, Mixed Veggies, Mandarin Oranges
WEDNESDAY
Pork Fritters with Gravy, Red Diced Potatoes, Three Bean Casserole, Peaches
THURSDAY
Sweet and Sour Chicken, Cauliflower, Rice with Veggies, Apple Slices
FRIDAY
Potato Bar or Fish, Meat Sauce, Baked Potato, Broccoli and Cheese, Fresh Fruit, Garlic Stick, 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
5:30 p.m. - ESL Class
TUESDAY
Noon- Rotary
WEDNESDAY
10 a.m. - Free Groceries
12:30 p.m. - Pinochle
5:30 p.m. - ESL Class
THURSDAY
1 p.m. - Bridge Marathon
COZAD GRAND GENERATION CENTER MENU
Salad Bar is available daily with meals served from 11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
MONDAY
Tater Tot Casserole, Beets, Pistachio Salad, Cherry Bites
TUESDAY
Baked Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Mandarin Orange Salad, Ice Cream
WEDNESDAY
Fish or Cook's Choice, Baked Potato, Fruit Medley, Mixed Veggies, Dessert
THURSDAY
Lasagna, Carrots, Tropical Fruit, Garlic Bread, Ice Cream
FRIDAY
Sausage and Gravy with Biscuits, Scrambled Eggs, Veggie Sticks, Hot Fruit, Brownies
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
Swiss Steak, Baked Potato, Harvest Beets, Apricots, Dinner Roll
TUESDAY
Oven Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Pears, Dinner Roll
WEDNESDAY
Spaghetti, Broccoli, Lettuce Salad, Peaches, Dinner Roll
THURSDAY
Baked Pork Cutlet, Diced Potatoes, Mixed Veggies, Fruit Cocktail, Dinner Roll
FRIDAY
Hamburgers, French Fries, Pea Salad, Applesauce
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
Cheeseburger Casserole
TUESDAY
Teriyaki Honey Chicken
WEDNESDAY
Liver and Onions
THURSDAY
Brats
FRIDAY
Soup and Fish Sandwiches
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.
