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05/13/2008	No Better Cause, Lincoln's popular acapella group, will be featured at the Kids Are Great! End of Year Concert, Tuesday, May 13, 6:30 p.m. at 1st German Congregational Church, 1st and F Streets. Everyone is welcome! Free admission and refreshments. Questions call Bev at 423-6504. Driving instructions: Driving instructions: Take A Street to South 1st Street (bottom of overpass); curve around to South 2nd Street; turn left and go to F Street; turn left and go to 1st Street; church is at the corner of 1st and F.
05/15/2008	American Society for Training & Development (ASTD) Meeting, Thurs., May 15: "Technology Tune-Up for Trainers." Join the experts for a hands-on program that takes you into the multiple methods of electronic learning (E-Learning). Connect with friends and colleagues near and far on different social networking sites. See how to get to the truth in tough conversations with a classroom response system. Find out how easy it is to make your own podcast. What should you think about when creating a CBT? Don’t have time to read up on your latest blogs? Learn how to bring the content to you with RSS feeds. See how one of Lincoln’s largest employers is embracing changing technology with a Technology Mentoring program. Participants will receive a handout that they can review and use as a resource. Nebraska Educational Telecommunications (NETV), 1800 N. 33rd St., Lincoln; 11:30am-1:00pm. Cost: Members: $16; Non-Members: $32; 1st & 2nd time guests may attend for $16. Register by Friday, May 9, by calling 402-434-7557 or visit the ASTD-Lincoln website at www.astdlincoln.org . ASTD-Lincoln is a professional association for people of diverse backgrounds. Together through exceptional learning and performance, ASTD creates a world that works better.
05/17/2008	Salad Luncheon Saturday, May 17, 2008 (Armed Forces Day) 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. At Harris-Fraley VFW Post 131 5721 Johanna Road Lincoln, Nebraska Sponsored by Ladies Auxiliary to Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 131 Tickets can be purchased in advance from Auxiliary members or by emailing Jean Barton at jeanbarton@windstream.net Tickets are $5.00 in advance or $6.00 at the door
05/18/2008	Greater Lincoln Obedience Club AKC AGILITY TRAIL MAY 16TH – 18TH 2008 What do Great Danes and Chihuahuas have in common at an agility trial? Both breeds run the same course with the same obstacles. Small dogs get only five additional seconds to finish. Dogs of all breeds and sizes will converge on Lincoln May 16–18 (Friday – Sunday) to strut their stuff, demonstrate their skills, and compete for first prize in the Greater Lincoln Obedience Club AKC Spring Agility Trial. The event will be held at Nebraska State Fair Park, Youth Arena Complex. Trial hours are Friday 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. There is no admission fee for spectators. An Agility course consists of jumps, tunnels, weave poles, dog walk, A - Frame, teeter-totter, and table. Dogs runs off-leash directed only by the handler’s voice and body signals. Come on out and watch the fun! More information about this event can be found at http://www.glocdogs.org/.
05/28/2008	Lincoln Orchid Society at Nebraska Heart Institute, Medical Office Building; 7440 S. 91st St., 6:30 PM Classroom 1, Garden and Houseplant Sale; 7:15 PM Classrooms 2-3, Program: “Lankester Gardens in Costa Rica”, Video. Discover the paradise that is Costa Rica, a country privileged for its botanical abundance. Guests Welcome. For more information, call 310-7177 or visit http://www.lincolnorchidsociety.org
05/30/2008	First-Plymouth Congregational Church, UCC Singles Events for May 2008 Social & Suggestion Hour at Jones Coffee The First-Plymouth Church Singles will meet on Thursday, May 1, at 5:30 PM at The Cup (25th & Randolph) to help plan future events and activities. All are welcome! Call 476-7550 for more information. Friday Night Volleyball Schedule The First-Plymouth Church Singles will meet on Friday, May 2, 9, & 30, from 6:00-8:00 PM at the First- Plymouth Church gym (2000 D St.). Call 476-7550 for info. Contra Dancing The First-Plymouth Church Singles will meet on Saturday, May 3, at 7:45 PM at the Auld Pavilion (Antelope Park) for a night of contra dancing. Call 476-7550 for info. Sunday Discussion Group The First-Plymouth Church Singles will meet for discussion on Sunday, May 4, 11 & 18, from 9:30-10:30 AM at First-Plymouth Church (2000 D St.) in Room A. In May, the group will explore the book, Finding Love on Purpose, by Earl Hipp. All are welcome to join in on the discussion! Sunday Brunch The First-Plymouth Church Singles will meet on Sunday, May 4, at 11:45 AM, at The Parthenon (56th & Hwy 2). Call 476-7550 for more info. Movie & Movie Talk The First-Plymouth Church Singles will meet on Sunday, May 4, at the first showing of the afternoon of The Counterfeitors, at the Ross Theatre (313 N. 13th). Call 476-7550 for more info. Monday Night Adult Volleyball The First-Plymouth Church Singles will meet on Monday, May 5, 12, & 19, from 7:30-9:30 PM at the First- Plymouth Church gym (2000 D St.) Adults only. Call 476-7550 for info. “Finding Love on Purpose” Author/Speaker Earl Hipp The First-Plymouth Church Singles will meet on Thursday, May 8, for the program “Finding Love on Purpose” presented by author/speaker, Earl Hipp. Learn how to intentially find your life partner! Social begins at 6:30 PM, and the lecture starts at 7:00 PM. Tickets are $5.00, only 100 tickets issued, so send in your $5 check to: First-Plymouth Church, c/o Finding Love Lecture, 2000 D St., Lincoln, NE 68502 (include your email address so that an e-ticket can be sent to you.) Questions? call 476-7550 (MORE) Friday Afternoon Club The First-Plymouth Church Singles will meet on Friday, May 9, 5:30-7 PM, at Voda Bar (in the alley behind the Zoo Bar & Iguanas.). Call 476-7550 for more info. All are welcome to join! Sunday Brunch The First-Plymouth Church Singles will meet on Sunday, May 11, at 11:45 AM, at China Wall (84th & Hwy 2) for brunch. Call 476-7550 for more info. Bad Beverage Night The First-Plymouth Church Singles will meet on Thursday, May 15, at 5:30 PM at Buzzard Billy’s (Haymarket). Call 476-7550 for more info. All are welcome to join! Sunday Brunch The First-Plymouth Church Singles will meet on Sunday, May 18, at 11:45 AM, at The Red Onion (9th & P) for brunch. Call 476-7550 for more info. Sunday Brunch The First-Plymouth Church Singles will meet on Sunday, May 25, at 11:45 AM, at Braeda (48th & O.). Call 476-7550 for more info. ### Media Release For Immediate Release April 14, 2008 For more information contact: Addie Powell 476-7550 First-Plymouth Congregational Church, UCC Singles Plus+ Events for May 2008 (For singles 60 years and over) Breakfast First-Plymouth Church Singles Plus+ group (60 years and over, never married, divorced, widowed, etc.) will meet for breakfast and coffee on Friday, May 9, at 9:00 AM at HyVee (Williamsburg) All are welcome! Call 476-7550 for more information. Singles PLUS+ Bridge First-Plymouth Church Singles Plus+ group (60 years and over, never married, divorced, widowed, etc.) will meet for a game of bridge on Wednesday, May 14 & 28, from 1:00-4:30 PM at First-Plymouth Church (20th & D St.). Call 476-7550 for more information. Brunch First-Plymouth Church Singles Plus+ group (60 years and over, never married, divorced, widowed, etc.) will meet for brunch on Monday, May 19, at 11:00 AM at Brownbaggers/Scooters (2901 S. 84th) All are welcome! Call 476-7550 for more information. Breakfast First-Plymouth Church Singles Plus+ group (60 years and over, never married, divorced, widowed, etc.) will meet for breakfast and coffee on Monday, May 26, at 9:00 AM at Panera Bread (201 N. 66th) All are welcome! Call 476-7550 for more information. ### Media Release For Immediate Release April 14, 2008 For more information contact: Addie Powell 476-7550 First-Plymouth Congregational Church, UCC Inspired Young Adults (IYA) April 2008 (A program for Single Adults in their 20’s & 30’s) First Friday Gallery Walk First-Plymouth Church Inspired Young Adults (20’s-30’s Single Adults) of First-Plymouth Church will meet at the Sheldon Art Gallery (12th & R.) on Friday, May 2, at 5:30 PM to tour the gallery. Call 476-7550 to RSVP. Dinner & General Planning Meeting First-Plymouth Church Inspired Young Adults (20’s-30’s Single Adults) of First-Plymouth Church will meet at Applebee’s (1133 Q St.) on Monday, May 5, at 6:00 PM. All are welcome to find out more IYA and to help plan upcoming events. Call 476-7550 to RSVP. OUTREACH--Volunteer at Matt Talbot’s First-Plymouth Church Inspired Young Adults (20’s-30’s Single Adults) of First-Plymouth Church will meet at Matt Talbot’s Outreach Kitchen (1911 R St.) on Saturday, May 10, from 4:30 – 6:30 PM, to help prepare and serve the evening meal. Call 476-7550 to help volunteer. ### Media Release For Immediate Release April 14, 2008 For more information contact: Addie Powell 476-7550 First-Plymouth Congregational Church, UCC Workshops May 2008 Reading the Christian Mystics First-Plymouth Church will be offering the upcoming class, “Reading the Christian Mystics” for 3 weeks, Mondays, May 5-19, from 7:00-8:30 PM, at First-Plymouth Church (20th & D St.). Required Text: The Essential Writings of the Christian Mystics, by Bernard McGinn. Immerse yourself in the writings of some of the most well known mystics in Christian history. Led by Kim Beyer-Nelson. Cost: $15 (scholarships available). Pre-registration required, send payment to First-Plymouth Church, c/o Christian Mystics Class, 2000 D St., Lincoln, NE 68502 or call 476-7550. Please purchase the book on your own prior to the first class. How To Be Happy First-Plymouth Church will be offering the upcoming class, “How to Be Happy” for 3 weeks, Wednesdays, May 7 -- 21, 6:00-7:00 PM, at First-Plymouth Church (20th & D St.). If you have wondered what the secret to happiness is; then this class is for you. Focus on how to face your birthdays with genuine joy and celebration. Come and find the wellspring of true happiness. Led by Rev. Renae Koehler. This class is free, however, pre-registration required. Call 476-7550 to register. The Feminine Face of God First-Plymouth Church will be offering the upcoming class, “The Feminine Face of God” for 4 weeks, Wednesdays, May 7--28, 6:00-7:00 PM, at First-Plymouth Church (20th & D St.). This cross-cultural program is designed to create a window into the spirit of the divine feminine. We’ll talk about our own experiences with the feminine divine, and explore ways to honor this spirit in our daily lives. Artwork, music, meditative practices and insightful readings will round out this class. This class is free, however, pre-registration required. Call 476-7550 to register. First-Plymouth Cribbage Club Join the group and play cribbage on Mondays, May 5, 12 & 19, at 6:30 PM at First-Plymouth Church (20th & D St.). For more information call 476-7550. (MORE) Not Your Ordinary Modern Bible Study First-Plymouth Church will be offering the upcoming “Not Your Ordinary Bible Study” led by Rev. Jim Keck at First-Plymouth Church. This year-long Bible study is held the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month ( Thurs. May 8 & 22.), from Noon-1 PM, at First-Plymouth Church (20th & D). No previous Bible knowledge is needed, just come and read, talk, laugh and reflect. No registration required, walk-ins welcome. ###
05/31/2008	1st Annual Car Show & Shine, to benefit the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life, hosted by team Seeds of Hope: May 31st from 10am-5pm. Car owners registration begins at 9am, suggested donation of $15 for show. Family fun included, People's Choice award at 5pm! Contact Sam Malone for details, at: 402-326-9209 or email at seedsofhope@neb.rr.com. Show is at Uncle Ron's Wild West Saloon, 340 W Cornhusker hwy. Sponsored by Lincoln Area Street Rods and Uncle Ron's.
09/13/2008	All You Can Eat Fish Fry: George Washington Lodge No. 250 Lincoln, NE Every Second Saturday Thru September from 4:30 - 7:00pm.
09/27/2008	"The 8th Annual Lincoln Arts Festival at the SouthPointe Pavilions will be held September 27, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and Sunday, September 28, 10:00a.m.-5:00p.m. Last year more than 15,000 people attended this popular event. Come for two days of great art, live music, artists demonstrations and food.
10/29/2008	Havelock Farmers' Market-It is Fresh * Local * Linked -Come Taste the Difference, Wednesdays May 7 thru October 29,3:00pm -6:30pm Located in the North parking lot behind the business between 62 & 63 and Havelock Ave. Local small family-farmers and ranchers offering local food products for your dinning pleasure, while building a healthy community, theh local economy and preserving our heritage. www.tweencreeks@yahoo.com Sponsor:havelock business association