Community Calendar
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Thursday, April 25 – Columbus Community Hospital Volunteers invites the public to a Chapters Book & Gift Fair from 10am-4pm in the Platte & Prairie Rooms! Choose from books, cookbooks, journals, games, puzzles, toys, arts and crafts, Mother’s Day gifts, graduation gifts and more! Something for everyone! Proceeds will benefit Columbus Community Hospital.
Thursday, April 25 – Columbus Public Library invites kids to Story Time and Story Art at 10:30am and 1:30pm. Children enjoy stories, crafts, songs and fingerplays at this free event. This week’s theme is “Gardening Dreams”.
Thursday, April 25 – Adults are invited to the library’s book club at the FNBO second floor conference room at 6:30pm. This month’s book is “Tomorrow and tomorrow and tomorrow” by Gabrielle Zevin.
Thursday, April 25 – Columbus Friends of Music presents Abbacadabra with AbbaFab at 7pm at the Columbus High School Concert Hall. ABBAFAB is a stunning tribute to some of the greatest music produced in the 70s and 80s including monster hits such as Waterloo, Fernando, Honey Honey, Dancing Queen and countless others. From ABBA’s earliest hits to Mamma Mia, ABBAFAB will take you on a technicolor journey that is unmatched. FMI or to purchase tickets, go to www.columbusfriendsofmusic.com or email [email protected].
Friday, April 26 – Join Columbus Community Hospital dietitians at the Columbus Wellness Center from 11:30am-12:30pm for Food Thoughts, a free healthy eating class. This week’s topic is a cooking demonstration, “Healthy Mac & Cheese”.
Saturday, April 27 – The community is invited to have coffee with city elected officials and staff from 9am-10am at the Columbus Public Library. Chat in a relaxed atmosphere with council members and city staff. Coffee provided!
Tuesday, April 30 – Columbus Community Hospital is holding a free Lunch & Learn on Recognizing Drug Impairment in the first floor conference center. Lunch will be served at 11:30am, and the program from 12pm-1pm with Ric Voelker, of the Nebraska Safety Council. Please RSVP to Ileana Jarecki at 402-562-4490 or email [email protected].
Thursday, May 2 – Thrivent Member Network – Nebraska Region presents “Keeping The Tax Man Away” with Debbie Taylor. This is a free dinner presentation at the Elks Country Club in Columbus from 6pm-7:30pm. For more information about the event and to register visit https://cli.re/66376-keeping-the-tax-man-away-with-debbie-taylor.
Friday, May 3 – Join Columbus Community Hospital dietitians at the Columbus Wellness Center from 11:30am-12:30pm for Food Thoughts, a free healthy eating class. This week’s topic is “Eating Right On A Budget”.
Friday, May 3 – H2 Equipment invites you to their Open House at 5450 E 23rd Street, Columbus. See a demonstration of the ASV track loader, check out the shop, and take a look at their rental line.
Friday, May 3 thru Sunday, May 5 – The St. Benedict Center in Schuyler presents “Contemplating The Holy Eucharist”, a retreat with Father Mauritius Wilde. The retreat begins on Friday, at 7:30 p.m. and ends on Sunday after Lunch. The program fee is $70; room and board charges are additional. Register at www.StBenedictCenter.com or call (402) 352-8819.
Monday, May 6 – Great Plains State Bank invites the public to “Chips and Kasalsa” from 11am-4pm at the Columbus Westgate Branch (3423 21st Street). Learn about their Kasasa accounts and enjoy a chips and salsa bar!
Wednesday, May 8 – Columbus Community Hospital is holding a free Lunch & Learn on The Importance of Annual Skin Checks with Dr. Dillon Clarey in the first floor conference center. Lunch will be served at 11:30am, and the program from 12pm-1pm. Please register at www.columbushosp.org or call 402-562-3380. The seminar will also be available via Zoom, find the link at www.columbushosp.org.
Wednesday, May 8 – Columbus Community Hospital and Columbus Motor Company are teaming up for a free child car seat safety check from 4pm-7pm at Columbus Motor Company. Please bring the seat to be checked and the child who uses the seat. Infant and toddler seats will take about 45 minutes; booster seats about 15 minutes. Appointments are not necessary, this is a first come, first served event. Spanish interpreters will be available on site.
Friday, May 10 – Join Columbus Community Hospital dietitians at the Columbus Wellness Center from 11:30am-12:30pm for Food Thoughts, a free healthy eating class. This week’s topic is “Smart Tips For Plant Based Eating”.
Saturday, May 11 – Columbus Public Library presents Super Sensational Saturday, a library program for children pre-k thru 3rd grade that takes place in the Children’s Room of the Columbus Public Library from 9am-11am. Families will engage in fun activities and crafts, including an edible project! This inclusive program is FREE to all.
Tuesday, May 14 – Thrivent Member Network – Nebraska Region presents “Keeping The Tax Man Away” with Debbie Taylor. Join us for our free virtual workshop presentation from 12:30pm-1:30pm or 7:30pm-8:30pm. For more information about the event and to register visit https://cli.re/66377-keeping-the-tax-man-away-with-debbie-taylor.
Tuesday, May 14 – Want to take charge of your health? Join the Columbus Community Hospital dietitians for monthly healthy cooking classes from 5:30pm-7pm in the multipurpose room at the Columbus Wellness Center. The classes are $15 per person, including materials and food samples. This month’s topic is “Beans – The Miracle Fruit”. Attendees must register. For more information or to register, please contact Joan Plummer at 402-562-4462.
Tuesday, May 14 and Wednesday, May 15 – The CCH Scrubs and Uniforms Sale takes place noon until 7pm in the hospital’s south parking lot on May 14. On May 15, it will continue from 7:30am until 2:30pm in the south parking lot, and from 3:30-5:30pm on the east side of the hospital’s south campus. Swing by to find trendy, comfortable uniforms in a wide selection of colors and styles. In addition to uniform essentials, there will also be a variety of accessories and shoes. Proceeds from this sale benefit medical advancement efforts at the hospital.
Wednesday, May 15 – Columbus Friends of Music presents Brassfire at 7pm at the Nantkes Performing Arts Center. Brassfire is a virtuosic trio led by world-renowned trumpeter Jens Lindemann, who is not only a superb Juilliard-trained musician, but a wonderful entertainer. Jens is a former member of the famed Canadian Brass, and has soloed with many of the world’s great orchestras. FMI or to purchase tickets, go to www.columbusfriendsofmusic.com or email [email protected].
Friday, May 17 – Join Columbus Community Hospital dietitians at the Columbus Wellness Center from 11:30am-12:30pm for Food Thoughts, a free healthy eating class. This week’s topic is “Smart Tips For Successful Meals”.
Saturday, May 18 – Applied Connective Technologies is celebrating their anniversary at their Albion Office (2585 NE-14, Albion). Office tours and food at 6pm; live music at 7pm. All are welcome!
Sunday, May 19 – Columbus Public Library invites you to learn how to make paper roses with Tammy Hempstead, owner of Accent Floral & Galleria. It will be held at 2pm in the library Creativity Corner.
Monday, May 20 – The Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce invites members to Business After Hours from 5pm-6:30pm, hosted by HomeGrown Nutrition. Business After Hours is a great opportunity to network, make new connections, and strengthen existing relationships. Eat, drink and network!
Thursday, May 23 – Join Jackson Services for an open house celebrating 100 years of Jackson Services Inc from 10am-2pm at 981 33rd Avenue, Columbus. There will be a ribbon cutting at 10am, refreshments, and facility tours during the celebration. Learn about everything that Jackson Services does!
Friday, May 24 – Join Columbus Community Hospital dietitians at the Columbus Wellness Center from 11:30am-12:30pm for Food Thoughts, a free healthy eating class. This week’s topic is “Eating Right For Older Adults”.
Friday, May 31 – Join Columbus Community Hospital dietitians at the Columbus Wellness Center from 11:30am-12:30pm for Food Thoughts, a free healthy eating class. This week’s topic is a cooking demonstration, “Chicken Pot Pie Bundles”.
Friday, June 7 – Join Columbus Community Hospital dietitians at the Columbus Wellness Center from 11:30am-12:30pm for Food Thoughts, a free healthy eating class. This week’s topic is “Healthy Eating On The Run”.
Tuesday, June 11 – Want to take charge of your health? Join the Columbus Community Hospital dietitians for monthly healthy cooking classes from 5:30pm-7pm in the multipurpose room at the Columbus Wellness Center. The classes are $15 per person, including materials and food samples. This month’s topic is “Summer Salads”. Attendees must register. For more information or to register, please contact Joan Plummer at 402-562-4462.
Friday, June 14 – Ladies! Join us for the Grand Ole Flag Day 2-Lady golf scramble! Registration the day of the event is from 12pm-12:45pm with a 1pm shotgun start and Quail Run Golf Course. Cost is $70 per person (cash or check only) with payment due at check in. The day includes cart, green fees for 18 holes, mulligans, raffle, buy a drive, food and prizes. Call Quail Run to sign up at 402-564-1313 or mail to Quail Run Golf Course, 327 S 5th Street, Columbus, 68601. Please bring your fun; leave the politics at home!
Friday, June 14 – Join Columbus Community Hospital dietitians at the Columbus Wellness Center from 11:30am-12:30pm for Food Thoughts, a free healthy eating class. This week’s topic is “Smart Snacking Tips For Adults & Teens”.
Wednesday, June 19 and Thursday, June 20 – Sammy’s Superheroes Foundation presents the 2024 Drive To Cure Cancer at the Elks Country Club in Columbus. June 19 evening enjoy hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, live auction and gift pick-up. June 20 the golf scramble will have a shotgun start at 10am. Team entry is $350 per player for this 18 hole scramble, with proceeds going to pediatric cancer research.
Friday, June 21 – Join Columbus Community Hospital dietitians at the Columbus Wellness Center from 11:30am-12:30pm for Food Thoughts, a free healthy eating class. This week’s topic is “Back To Basics For Healthy Weight Loss”.
Friday, June 21 – Come to the Columbus Public Library and make a personalized bookmark from 2pm-4pm with librarian assistance and our sublimation printer.
Friday, June 28 – Join Columbus Community Hospital dietitians at the Columbus Wellness Center from 11:30am-12:30pm for Food Thoughts, a free healthy eating class. This week’s topic is a cooking demonstration, “Cheesy White Bean Cakes”.
Tuesday, July 9 – Want to take charge of your health? Join the Columbus Community Hospital dietitians for monthly healthy cooking classes from 5:30pm-7pm in the multipurpose room at the Columbus Wellness Center. The classes are $15 per person, including materials and food samples. This month’s topic is “Recipes For 1 Or 2”. Attendees must register. For more information or to register, please contact Joan Plummer at 402-562-4462.
Sunday, July 21 – The public is invited to be dazzled by the magic of Jeff Quinn at the Columbus Public Library in the Community Room at 2pm. The show is free and open to everyone!
Saturday, July 27 – ACC Entertainment presents Godfather’s 50th Anniversary celebration! The Big Bash will be on 11th Street in Columbus, between 23rd and 24th Avenues. Gates open at 4pm, with food and free shows from Unfinished Business from 5pm-7pm; Shoot To Thrill from 7:30pm-9:30pm; and The Damones from 10pm-midnight. Follow along on ACC-Entertainment Facebook page for updates and upcoming events.
Tuesday, August 13 – Want to take charge of your health? Join the Columbus Community Hospital dietitians for monthly healthy cooking classes from 5:30pm-7pm in the multipurpose room at the Columbus Wellness Center. The classes are $15 per person, including materials and food samples. This month’s topic is “Gluten Or Dairy Free – Now What?” Attendees must register. For more information or to register, please contact Joan Plummer at 402-562-4462.
Tuesday, September 10 – Want to take charge of your health? Join the Columbus Community Hospital dietitians for monthly healthy cooking classes from 5:30pm-7pm in the multipurpose room at the Columbus Wellness Center. The classes are $15 per person, including materials and food samples. This month’s topic is “Garden Variety”. Attendees must register. For more information or to register, please contact Joan Plummer at 402-562-4462.
Tuesday, October 8 – Want to take charge of your health? Join the Columbus Community Hospital dietitians for monthly healthy cooking classes from 5:30pm-7pm in the multipurpose room at the Columbus Wellness Center. The classes are $15 per person, including materials and food samples. This month’s topic is “Mexican Flair”. Attendees must register. For more information or to register, please contact Joan Plummer at 402-562-4462.
Tuesday, November 12 – Want to take charge of your health? Join the Columbus Community Hospital dietitians for monthly healthy cooking classes from 5:30pm-7pm in the multipurpose room at the Columbus Wellness Center. The classes are $15 per person, including materials and food samples. This month’s topic is “Carb Balance”. Attendees must register. For more information or to register, please contact Joan Plummer at 402-562-4462.
Tuesday, December 10 – Want to take charge of your health? Join the Columbus Community Hospital dietitians for monthly healthy cooking classes from 5:30pm-7pm in the multipurpose room at the Columbus Wellness Center. The classes are $15 per person, including materials and food samples. This month’s topic is “Holiday Delights”. Attendees must register. For more information or to register, please contact Joan Plummer at 402-562-4462.
