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Ash Hollow Historical Pageant

"The Lighter Side of Life on the Oregon Trail"

Friday, June 18 & Saturday, June 19, 2009

Ash Hollow State Historical Park, Lewellen                                                              

Rain Location - Lewellen Middle School - Hwy 26

 

Volunteers of America — Western Nebraska and Ash Hollow State Historical Park join together to produce an outdoor musical and dramatic performance of life on the Oregon — California Trail every Father's Day weekend.  "Blazing the Oregon Trail - Adventures of 1843" Outdoor performance told through the actual diaries of pioneers on the trail to Oregon and California in the 1840's.  Regional cast and lively music with trail band.  Bring your own folding chairs or blankets and enjoy a fun-filled evening. 

The Ash Hollow Pageant is our main fund raising event held outdoors at Ash Hollow State Park, south of Lewellen, Nebraska.  A Chuck Wagon Supper of roast beef, beans cooked over an open fire, corn salad, and fry bread is served before the performance.

  • 10:00-4:00      Quilt & Art Show (both days) 
  • All Day            Self-drive tours
  • 5:00-6:30        Chuck Wagon Supper
  • 6:30                Historical Pageant

For more information, call 308-778-5548. Learn more about Ash Hollow State Historical Park.

pioneer woman

pageant singers

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9Health Fair – April 24

7:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Oshkosh Grade School

Sponsors:         Volunteers of America

Garden County Health Services 

Blood Chemistry Screening of 31 components includes a full cholesterol reading, liver function, blood sugar, thyroid and more.       $30 

(12 hour fast – drink water and take meds)

Pre-draw       March 26 from 5:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Garden County Hospital

Appointments required – call Volunteers of America 308-778-5548.

 

Other Screenings

  • Blood cell count $15
  • PSA - blood test for prostate cancer $25 (men 50 and older or family history)
  • Colorectal Cancer Take-Home Kit $20 (50 and older)
  • Blood Pressure
  • Glucose - finger stick if have risk factors
  • Height/Weight/BMI
  • Vision
  • Memory
  • Stress Management
  • Talk with a Health Professional