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        KBRB COMMUNITY CALENDAR

FRIDAY, MAY 9, 2008

May is National Salad Month, Update Your References Week and Life Coach Recognition Week

Nebraska History: May 9-1953 - A tornado ripped through Hebron, killing five people and injuring at least 50 others. 1989 - Real estate developer P.J. Morgan was elected mayor of Omaha, thwarting a comeback by Mike Boyle, who had been recalled from the mayor's office in 1987.

Program reminders:  Husker Baseball...Texas A&M at Nebraska, broadcast time 630 on KBRB AM & FM

**EVENTS & REMINDERS:

Ainsworth High School Seniors last day.

Entries due to the BKR Extension Service office for the 2008 District 4-H Horse Shows (June 11-Oakland, June 12-Broken Bow, June 13-York, June 17-Mitchell, June 18-McCook, June 19-O'Neill)

Drivers license exams at the Court House in Ainsworth (8:45-noon and 1-4)

Library hours: Rock County 10-530, Ainsworth 11-6, Keya Paha County 1-5

Hors D’oeuvres at 6 at the Ainsworth Elks Club

A Co-ed softball meeting will be held at 630 at the Ainsworth Softball Field. Anyone interested in an adult fun league is invited. If you want more information see or call Tina Jones 387-2097 or 387-2500

Oasis Worship Center in Long Pine: Prayer meeting 7

Addiction Recovery program will be held at the Ainsworth Evangelical Church at 7.  Anyone interested is welcome.

Ainsworth High School Spring Concert 7:30

Sign-up forms for the Niobrara River Spring River Cleanup are to be returned to the Niobrara Council Office in Valentine. The River Cleanup is May 17.

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SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2008

May is Personal History Month. Astronomy Week, Astronomy Day, Mother Ocean Day, National Babysitters Day 

Nebraska History: May 10-1869 - The golden spike was driven at Promontory Point, Utah, completing the first transcontinental railroad. The Union Pacific began its link to Utah in Omaha.

Program reminders: Husker Baseball...Texas A&M at Nebraska, broadcast time 130 on KBRB AM 1400

**EVENTS & REMINDERS:

The Ainsworth City-Wide Cleanup will be held from 9 am to 5 pm at the KBR Solid Waste Transfer Station. City residents may take debris to the transfer station at no charge.

Holy Cross Catholic Church in Bassett will hold a parish work day starting at 9. If you can't come at 9, you are encouraged to come when you can. If you have questions see or call Father Lou or Veta Hungerford.

Monthly meeting of the Springview Senior Center at 9 am

A girls softball meeting for age groups 16-18 and under will be held at 10 at the Ainsworth softball field. Bring your gloves. For more information call 760-4000

A free-will-offering fund raising event for the United Methodist Church Mission Project "Nothing But Nets" will be held from 10 am to noon at the Ainsworth gym for all Little Dribbles (girls and boys)

Ainsworth Public Library open 1-5, Rock County 1-530. 

This is the last day for fifth through seventh graders to sign up for the Lunch Bunch Summer program at Ainsworth Public Library.

Graduation for Rock County High Seniors at 2

A 50th Anniversary celebration of the Mundhenke Agency will be held at the Ainsworth Elks Lodge. Food will be served from 5 to 7. A program with door prizes will be held at 7 pm. Everyone is welcome.

Ainsworth St. Pius X Catholic Church Mass at 6:15

Commencement at Keya Paha County High School will be held at 730

Alcoholics Anonymous meeting at 8 at the Congregational Church in Ainsworth

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SUNDAY, MAY 11, 2008

May is National Family Month…Today is Mother’s Day

Nebraska History:

May 11
      1881 - Lt. Samuel Cherry of the 5th U.S. Cavalry was killed near
Fort Niobrara. Cherry County is named for him.<

Program reminder:

EVENTS AND REMINDERS:

Church Services:

Ainsworth United Methodist Church: Contemporary Service 8, Sunday School 9:45, Traditional Worship Service 11 (broadcast on KBRB AM 1400 and the worship service message is also carried on the world wide web at kbrbradio.com). Bible study 6

Johnstown United Methodist Church: Traditional Worship Service 9:40, Sunday School 10:45

Ainsworth Zion Lutheran Church: Worship services at 8:30 and 10:30, Sunday School and Adult Education Class at 9:30

Long Pine United Methodist Church: Worship Service 8:55

Bassett Holy Cross Catholic Church: Mass at 9

Bassett St. Peter Lutheran Church: Worship Service at 9

Ainsworth Assembly of God Church: Breakfast 9, Worship Service and Kid’s church 9:30, Sunday School 10:45, Evening Worship 7

Bassett Assembly of God Church: Fellowship Breakfast 9:15, Sunday School 9:45, Morning Worship Service 11, Evening Worship and Prayer 7

Emmanuel Community Church in Bassett: Sunday School 9:30, Worship Service 10:30

Ainsworth Nazarene Church: Sunday School 9:45, Worship Service, 10:45

Valley Grove Community Church west of Bassett: Sunday School 9:45, Worship Service 11

Long Pine Oasis Worship Center: Sunday School 10, Worship Service 11, Evening Service 7

Ainsworth Parkside Berean Church: Sunday School 10, Morning Worship 11

Ainsworth Evangelical Free Church: Worship Service at 10, Sunday Morning Fellowship for adults, Adventure Bay, Jr & Sr High Classes 11

Bassett St. Mary Episcopal Church: Worship 10, Sunday School at 11

Sybrant Community Church southeast of Bassett: Sunday School for all ages at 10, Adult Worship Service and Children’s Church at 11

Ainsworth St. Pius X Catholic service at 10:30

Ainsworth Congregational Church: Worship Service at 11, Just Friends meet at 5:30

St. John’s Lutheran Church near Brewster: Worship Service 2, Sunday School at 3

Other events:

West Holt High School graduation 2

Steak fry at the Ainsworth Elks Club begins at 6

* May 10

* Spring is here and the City of Ainsworth is hosting their FREE City Wide Cleanup to Ainsworth Residents.  The event will be held on May 10, 2008.  The City is encouraging all residents to participate in cleaning up their property and alleys of all debris that may include tree limbs, grass and yard waste, assortment of wood products, old appliances, iron, metal items and etc.  Each owner or tenant will be able to take the debris to the KBR Solid Waste Transfer Station FREE of charge during this day from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Appliances that have Freon will have to be tagged by any individual or business that handles Freon in order for the Transfer station to take those items. The City is also asking those residents that have old vehicles to contact a salvage dealer to haul your vehicle off of your property.  The utilization of this Free cleanup day will prevent the City from having to take action against owners of those properties deemed to be a nuisance under the City’s Municipal Code.  Property that is littered with trash, grass, trees, pieces of wood, appliances, any machinery or vehicle that are inoperative or lost their identity or unable to perform their intended functions is considered a misdemeanor. City Administrator Thornburg hopes that everyone takes this opportunity to cleanup his or her property and alleyways.  Also, I encourage anyone that has a pickup or trailer and knows of someone that may need help in disposing of their debris to volunteer those resources.  Any business or individual who has construction or demolition debris are not able to participate in this event. If anyone has questions, please contact the City office at 387-2494 or stop in at the office.

May 12

* Brown County Hospital Board meeting at 7 at the Ainsworth Conference Center

* Primary Election Reminders:

May 12...Last day for Early Voting (in person) at the County Clerk or Election Commissioner office

May 13...Statewide Primary Election Day. Polls open at 8 am (central time). 7 pm cdt deadline for agent to pickup Early Voting ballot. No later than the closing of the polls--deadline for return of voter registration form with an early voting ballot-in person. No later than the closing of the polls-deadline for return of early voting ballot-in person

Catch the Reading Bug Summer Reading Program

* Fast bug, slow bug, red bug, blue bug.  Big bug, little bug, good bug, bad bug.  Catch the Reading Bug at the Ainsworth Public Library this June where children can explore the amazing world of bugs and enjoy other activities during the library’s summer reading program.  Registration begins May 12 and ends May 17^th.  The Reading Program is open to children age two clear up to fourth grade. There is no charge to participate in the program.

The Summer Reading Programs will be held on Tuesday and Thursday during June.  Toddler Time will be from 4-4:30 p.m. while the Preschool Time will be from 1-2 p.m. on Tuesdays.  Dates are June 3^rd, 10^th, 17^th, and 24^th.  We do ask that an adult comes with the Toddlers.    Grade school children will come on Thursdays for their Fun-Hour.  Dates are June 5^th, 12^th, 19^th, and 26^th.   Kindergarten and First Graders will be from 1-2 p.m. and the Second, Third, & Fourth Graders will come from 3-4 p.m.  The grade school group will keep track of time read from June 1^st to June 28^th.  Reading Time Slips are due by 6 p.m. on June 30^th.  An Ending Picnic will be held on July 2^nd from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. for readers in the K-4^th grade groups.  Prizes and awards will be handed out at that time.

Please note that we will register by the grade the child was in for the school year of 2007-2008.  Each child in K-4^th grade will need to sign up at the library in person so they can receive their Reading Time Slips.  Due to this fact, there will be no sign ups done over the phone.  If you need more information, please stop in at the Library or call 387-2032.

“Swarm over to your Library and join in the summer fun!

May 13

* Ainsworth PEO will meet at 7 at the home of Danielle Palmer

* The Ainsworth Public Library will have a Book Discussion on May 13^th with the title of THE GLASS CASTLE by Jeannette Walls at 2 p.m.  This is a true story of the author’s life when she was growing up.  The author’s father was an alcoholic who greatly preferred poker to gainful employment and wasn’t above stealing the family grocery money to purchase liquor.  His wife could barely be bothered to raise her children.  Walls and her siblings had to fend for themselves, providing their own food, shelter and clothing—even if it meant picking through dumpsters.  Eventually the children found their way in New York.  Their parents followed them, choosing to be homeless even as their children prospered.  This title is remarkable for its lack of both sentimentality and anger and is a testament to the power of human determination. The Library has multiple copies available for check out as well as a CD.  Check out the book, read it, and come join in the discussion on this memoir of a child’s triumph over a dysfunctional family problems and poverty.

May 15

* Johnstown Rodeo Bible Camp registration deadline...see May 26

* Central Nebraska Community Services will hold their WIC and Immunization Clinics at the Methodist Church in Ainsworth. WIC from 10 am to 230 pm (call Diane 800-279-3503 extension 12 for appointments). Immunization from 10 am to 2 pm (call Patti 800-279-3503 extension 21 for appointments) 

May 16-17

* Nebraska State High School Track Meet in Omaha

May 17

* 8th Annual Niobrara River Spring River Cleanup begins at 9 am at Ft. Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge Canoe Launch site (Cornell Bridge), 4-miles east of Valentine on Highway 12.

May 18

* Race dates for 2008 Stuart Stock Car Races at Stuart Park: May 18-25, June 8-15-22, July 4-13-20, August 3-17. Race time is 7 pm

May 20

* Central Nebraska Community Services will hold their WIC Clinic from 10 am to 230 pm at the Methodist Church in Bassett. (Call Diane 800-279-3502 extension 12 for appointments)

May 23-24

* 40th Annual Keya Paha County Country & Western Fiddler's Jamboree. May 23 with afternoon jam sessions at the Senior Center, Flynn's Cafe and other locations in Springview. Jamboree begins at 630 at the Springview Grade School Multi-Purpose Room. Admission by donation with all proceeds to the Historical Society. May 24 at the Norden Dance Pavilion with jam session from 9 am to 1 pm, show from 1 to 6 pm, dance from 8 pm to 1 am. Featuring "The Oklahoma Balladeer" Les Gilliam with the Kenaston's Green River Band. Admission for show and dance $10.00, dance only $5.00. For more information contact Bob Kenaston 402-497-2157, Arvilla Kenaston 497-2141 or Roger and Sharon Kenaston, 1480 County Road V, Lyons, NE 68038 phone 402-687-9594.

May 26

* 2008 Johnstown Rodeo Bible Camps begin. Senior camp for ages 13-19 will be held May 26-29. Pee Wee Camp for ages 8-9 on June 1-2. Junior Camp for ages 10-13 on June 2-4. Entries due by May 15 to Greg and Marla Lanka, RR1 Box 121, Johnstown, NE 69210. Phone 402-387-1908. Entry information and registration forms are available at the offices of KBRB

May 29

* 4-H Horse Project-Leader, Parent and Volunteer Clinic 630-930 pm at Rock County Fairgrounds in Bassett. For more information contact Pam Bauer at the BKR Extension Office 387-2213

May 31

* Bassett Country Club Golf Tournament Schedule: Saturday, May 31-Two Person Early Bird. Friday, June 6-Chamber of Commerce. Saturday, June 28-Clays & Clubs. Sunday, July 13-Two Couple. Saturday, July 26-Member/Guest. Saturday, August 2-Ladies. Sunday, August 10-Four person Scramble (mens, womens or mixed). Thursday, August 21-Rock County Agronomy Appreciation. Saturday-Sunday, August 30-31-Labor Day Weekend. Saturday, September 20-BLA Cowboy-Up Triathalon.

* The Emergency Medical Services Program of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services will offer the “EMS Conference” for emergency medical technicians and first responders.  The conference will be held at Mid Plains Community College, Valentine Campus, 113 North Hall, on Saturday, May 31, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Pre-registration is recommended but not required; there is no registration fee to attend this conference.  For additional information, please contact Karen Bowlin at 308-535-3636.  Lunch will be provided.  

June 6

* Bassett Country Club Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament

June 7

* The Bassett-Rock County Chamber of Commerce sponsored Community Clean Up Day and Community Garge Sale Day

June 9

* Brown County Hospital Board meeting at 7 at the Ainsworth Conference Center

* Bike Ride Across Nebraska (BRAN) will have an over-night stop in Ainsworth

June 11-12

* 19th Annual Nebraska Ranch Expo at Bassett

June 14

* Ainsworth PEO will meet at 10 am at the home of Deana Arens

June 17-19

* Ainsworth Evangelical Free Church: Messy Olympics Vacation Bible School will be held from 1 to 5 pm. Open to all kids who have finished kindergarten thru 4th grade.

June 18

* Keya Paha County 4-H Presentation Contest, HiLand Homes in Springview, 7 pm

June 20

* 6th Annual Brown County Hospital benefit golf tournament at the Ainsworth Golf Course. The 4-person scramble will start at 10. Sponsors, Flag prizes, Teams and Sponor dues: $150.00. For entries or more information contact Sheri Andrews at Brown County Hospital 387-2800 or home phone 387-1846

June 24

* Sand Hills Discovery Foundation Board will hold their annual membership meeting at 530 at the NCDC-Ainsworth Chamber of Commerce office with election of three members of the board and a review of the past year's activities.

June 28

* Ainsworth Alumni Banquet.

* Annual Middle of Nowhere Alumni Parade

* Bassett Country Club Clays & Clubs Tournament

July 4

* Celebration at Meadville

July 7-8-9

* Ainsworth Chamber of Commerce Middle of Nowhere Carnival Days

July 10

* Theme Announced for 2008 Sand Hills Discovery “Experience”

Now in their 7^th year of planning conferences, the Sand Hills Discovery Foundation announces plans for this summer’s event in Ainsworth, NE; July l0, “The Sand Hills:  A Sea of Grass.”  It promises to build on the excellence that has characterized past events.   Noted presenters will discuss reptiles and amphibians native to Nebraska; prairie grasses; history of the ranching industry; and fossil identification.  One hour of college credit through Wayne State College and area tours the day before and after will complete the event options.  It promises to be one of those occasions that you won’t want to miss.  Registration information is at the Ainsworth Area Chamber of Commerce and NCDC offices - phone 866-387-2740 (toll free), 402-387-2740; or write P.O. Box 444, Ainsworth, NE 69210.

July 12

* K-BAR Bike Ride thru Brown, Keya Paha and Rock Counties

July 13

* Bassett Country Club Two-Couple Tournament

July 14

* Brown County Hospital Board meeting at 7 at the Ainsworth Conference Center

July 16-21

* Nebraska American Legion Class C Junior Area Baseball Tournament at Crofton (Ainsworth)

July 18-20

* Nebraska Sandhills National Day of the Cowboy in Ainsworth and Johnstown

July 23

* BKR 4-H Dog Show, East City Park in Ainsworth 630 pm

July 23-28

* Nebraska American Legion Class C Senior Area Baseball Tournament at Ainsworth

July 26

* The Sandhills Shrine Circus will have two performances at the Rock County Fairgrounds in Bassett at 2 and 7 pm

* Bassett Country Club Member Guest Tournament

June 28

August 9

* Fun Run during the Rock County Fair at Bassett. Proceeds to the Rock County Hospital Wellness Center. Contact Mike Skulavik for more information.

August 10

* Bassett Country Club Four-Person Scramble (Mens, Womens or Mixed)

August 11

* Brown County Hospital Board meeting at 7 at the Ainsworth Conference Center

August 12

* Ainsworth PEO will meet at 7 at the home of Carol Snyder in Long Pine

August 21

* Bassett Country Club: Rock County Agronomy Appreciation Tournament

August 30-31

* Bassett Country Club Labor Day Weekend Tournament

August 30-September 1

* Brown County Fair and Rodeo at Johnstown

September 5-6-7

* Keya Paha County Fair. Enter exhibits at the fairgounds Sept. 5. All exhibits must be in place in the buildings by 930 am Sept. 7.

September 8

* Brown County Hospital Board meeting at 7 at the Ainsworth Conference Center

September 23

* Ainsworth PEO will meet at 7 at the home of Pam Hilton 

September 20

* Bassett Country Club: BLA Cowboy-Up Triathalon

October 10

* Brown County Historical Society Craft and Bake Fair 10 am to 4 pm

October 13

* Brown County Hospital Board meeting at 7 at the Ainsworth Conference Center

October 14

* Ainsworth PEO will meet at 630 at the home of Mary Ann Allen

October 28

* Ainsworth PEO will meet at 7 at the home of Mary Jo Davis 

November 10

* Brown County Hospital Board meeting at 7 at the Ainsworth Conference Center

November 11

* Ainsworth PEO will meet at 7 at the home of Susan Spann 

December 7

* Middle of Nowhere Chocolate Fair, Parade of Trees, Visit by Santa, Gingerbread Contest, Women's Club Christmas Pageant in Ainsworth

December 8

* Brown County Hospital Board meeting at 7 at the Ainsworth Conference Center

December 9

* Ainsworth PEO will meet at 7 at the home of  Marsha Fuchs

2009....

January 24

* Polar Bear Festival at Meadville

January 27

* Ainsworth PEO will meet at 7 with Marianne Schlueter hostess 

February 10

* Ainsworth PEO will meet at 630 at the home of Lisa Chohon 

February 24

* Ainsworth PEO will meet at 7 at the home of  Linda Rice

March 10

* Ainsworth PEO will meet at 7 at the home of  Bonnie Evans