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CONTENTS

FEATURES

4 Movies In The ParkFamily friendly presentations of popular motion pictures held at selected parks in the community.

8 Hidden TreasuresSometimes the most amazing things are just around the corner, but how would you know where to look? Uncover a surprise you'd never experience on your own.

12 Food & DiningFrom a night on the town to an intimategathering of friends the dining choices are practically unlimited.

FEATURES

16 Unique FindsDiscover these one-of-a-kind stores that are overflowing with items you won't find anywhere else!

21 Reader’s ChoiceThese local businesses were voted #1 in their category by local readers of The North Platte Telegraph in 2011. Stop by their businesses and see why.

27 Calendar of EventsEvents for Lincoln County including entertainment, exhibits, races, tours, car shows, town celebrations, concerts, fairs, festivals and much more.

“Mill Isle Reflections”This photo was taken at the Mill Isle Boat

Club by Mary Stewart, winner of the 2012West Central Nebraska Travel Guide Contest.

BY MURIEL CLARKLincoln County Convention & Visitor’s BureauDo you miss the long summer evenings enjoying a movie at theold Pawnee Drive-in Theater? Now you can recreate those

evenings with yourfamily under the starsat "Movie in the Park."The North Platte/Lincoln CountyConvention andVisitor's Bureau haspartnered with theNorth PlatteRecreation Centerand Mid-NebraskaC o m m u n i t yFoundation to purchase a projection

system and an inflatable movie screen. Family-friendly presentations of popular motion pictures will beheld at select parks in the community, free of charge. Bring yourlawn chairs, blankets and snacks. The big 16 foot screen will giveyou the feeling of the old-time drive-in theater. All movies willstart at dusk. Movies to be announced. Dates and locations:Friday June 8 - Cody ParkFriday July 13 - Cody ParkFriday Aug 10 - Memorial ParkCome down for a movie in the park and enjoy our great community.

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“DEFENDERSOF LIBERTY”

20TH CENTURYVETERANSMEMORIALThe busy crossroads of the EisenhowerMemorial Interstate System (I-80), and theVeterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Highway(Highway 83), is the appropriate location ofthe 20th Century Veterans Memorial. Thefive major armed forces as well as the volunteers of the North Platte Canteen arememorialized by larger than life bronze statues. The five major conflicts of the 20thcentury are depicted in a fifteen foot tallbrick bas-relief mural. The memorial features a Walk of Honor, lined by thousands of commemorative bricks show-ing the names of veterans who served dur-ing the 20th century.Location: 2811 South Jeffers - North PlatteSelf guided toursThe Memorial is open 24 hours all year.For more information on America's 20thCentury Veterans' Memorial contact:

Mid-NebraskaVeterans Memorial Association

PO Box 1393 - 221 East 5th Street North Platte, NE 69103

308-532-6579www.20thcvetsmem.org

PRESENTINGMOVIES IN THE PARK

ARTS &ENTERTAINMENT


estled in the heart of the Midwest, IndianMeadows Golf Course is a nine hole treasure thatwill not only challenge every golfer, but add to anenjoyable scenic experience.And at Indian Meadows, you will also find NorthPlatte's favorite hidden treasure, Rich Skinner, knownas "the golf doctor."

Rich is not only a PGA Professional, but he is a past PGA Teacher of theYear, a Nebraska Top 10 Club Fitter and, he is also the father of ValSkinner, a Golf Channel analyst and multiple winner on the LPGA tour.Indian Meadows is a well maintained 3,250 yard public course thatshares land with a lake, stream, trees and rolling hills. It is situated justsouth of I-80 off the North Platte West exit and visitors will be surprisedto play Nebraska's only course with back-to-back par 5's as finishingholes. Enjoy a day through Nebraska prairie. The club house has a fullystocked pro-shop that includes club repair and a snack bar. Call 308-532-6955 to schedule your tee time. For more information visitwww.golfindianmeadows.com.

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id you know that the best-maintained system of mountain bike trails is only a 30-minute drive from North Platte? Potter'sPasture, located just ten miles south of Brady is a renowned stop-over for mountain bike enthusiasts from all over thecountry. According to the Nebraska Game

and Parks Commission, Potters Pasture is comprised of morethan 1,300 acres of privately owned land. Steven Potterprovides the land while local biking enthusiasts provide allof the labor and equipment to maintain the trails.The terrain is varied - trees and valleys for shade, some nicegradual climbs, then there's the wicked Six-Man trail thatonly six people have ever completed without stopping. Thecourse is fun and as challenging as the bikers make it, withso many trails you could ride daily for a month and not haveto take the same trail twice.

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BY MURIEL CLARKLincoln County Convention & Visitor’s Bureau

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ALPHA ANDOMEGA LABYRINTHThe eleven-circuit Labyrinth is a spiritual toolused for walking meditation. It comes fromthe Christian tradition during the 11th and12th century and is a replica of the one onthe floor of Chartres Cathedral outside ofParis.1600 West E Street, North Platte, NE 69101

308-532-1478 www.npfumc.org

Admission: Donations welcome

ART AND GIFTGALLERYFive galleries featuring the works of memberartists in the largest co-op gallery in the state.

Address: 516 N. DeweyPhone: 308-534-1946

Hours: Tuesday through Saturday11:00am to 6:00pm

Special Hours by appointment.

BARK PARKSThe Waggin Tales park at 1102 West Leota ismost conveniently located to Interstate 80and the hotels near there. From I-80, gonorth on Dewey Street (Highway 83) toLeota. Turn left. At the corner of Leota andOak Street, continue straight into the park.The north side park is the Happy HoundRetreat, located at 301 West 18th. Go northon Dewey Street until it joins with Jeffers

Street. Continue north on Jeffers pastHighway 30 to 18th Street. Turn left. Youcan find reviews of North Platte's two dogparks at www.dogparkusa.com.

BUFFALO BILL STATEHISTORICAL PARKCol. Wm. F. Cody, "Buffalo Bill," built hisNorth Platte home during the heyday of hisfamous Wild West Show, which debuted inNorth Platte as the "Old Glory Blowout" onJuly 4th, 1882. Cody owned some 4,000acres here, and in 1886, built the largeVictorian mansion Sixteen acres of hisranch, appropriately named "Scout's Rest",

became a state historical park in 1965.Since that time, the house and barn havebeen restored and a wealth of Cody memorabilia has been acquired.Guided tours available by appointment.

March 24-Memorial Day 10am-4pm weekdays, closed weekends

Memorial Day - Labor Day 9am-5pm dailyLabor Day - Oct 24 10am-4pm weekdays,

closed weekendsFee: State Park Permit required for all vehicles, admission charged for tour

Location: 2921 Scouts Rest Ranch Road308-535-8035

www.ngpc.state.ne.us/cody.html


Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park

Buffalo Bill’s Restored Home & Barn2921 Scouts Rest Ranch Rd., North Platte, NE

HOURS:March 22-May 28, 10am to 4 pm weekdays only

May 29-Sept. 6, 9am to 5 pm every daySept. 7-Oct. 22, 10 am to 4 pm weekdays only

Admission: State Park Vehicle Permit$400 Per Vehicle Daily or $2000 Annually

Phone: 308-535-8035

SCOUT REST RANCH

BUFFALO BILL’S HOME

ART ANDGIFT GALLERY

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FOOD &DINING

NEVER GO HUNGRY

t’s going to be a great vacation! Start it offright with the perfect meal! North Platte and thesurrounding areas have a variety of restaurantsincluding everything from high quality cuisine tolocal diners. These restaurants offer great service, comfortable seating areas and a greatdining atmosphere.

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aterskiing or cycling around Lake Maloney will certainly work up an appetite. Put down the fast food, because The Lakehouse is North Platte's dining destination.It is easy to see why the Lakehouse at the inlet ofLake Maloney is home to six 2011 Reader's ChoiceAwards: New Business, Atmosphere, Italian Food,

Family Owned Business, Date/Romantic Place, and Coldest Beer.Dining lakeside while enjoying live performances at the stage by the lakeis a recipe for a decidedly relaxing atmosphere. We suggest trying someof the local favorites including chicken fried steak, seafood tacos, or thepasta portofino. Their specialty? The Lakehouse Burger. If it is a thirst thatyou are trying to quench, enjoy one of their famous sangrias or order oneof their many brands of beer. Whether dining, drinking or dancing, The Lakehouse is a great place to visit! For more information visitwww.lakehousenp.com.

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BY MURIEL CLARKLincoln County Convention & Visitor’s BureauThe Fort Cody Music Series, hosted by NRouteEntertainment has big plans for the 2012 season, whichincludes performances every Thursday night June 14 throughAugust 9 on the parade ground at the Fort Cody TradingPost. The schedule, according to organizer Rob Martinson isas follows:• June 14 - Paul Siebert- Accoustic-Based Rock/Blues/Pop/Country - playing Guitar, Dobro, and Dulcimer -www.paulsiebert.net •June 21 - Phil Lee - Folk/Americana/Comedy -www.phillee1.com•June 28 - Old Californio - Psychedlic Folk Rock - This bandfrom California is awesome, has a unique electronic folksound - www.oldcalifornio.com •July 5 - Daniel Christian - Award Winning Nebraska Songwriter from Lincoln- Pop/Rock/Folk -www.danielchristianmusic.com•July 12 - Steve Young and Jubal Lee Young - Father and Son

team - Folk/Blues/Americana - Steve Young wrote the song"Seven Bridges Road" which has been covered by manygroups including The Eagles. www.steveyoung.net;www.juballeeyoung.com•July 19 - Word Of Mouth - Christian Rock- From Kearney -www.facebook.com/womband•July 26 - Lexi Larsen - Ogallala Native, now in Nashville, writing and recording, will be releasing a new CD this summer! www.lexilarsen.com•August 2 - ALL LOCALS NIGHT --- Not completely lined upyet, but will feature music from North Platter area musicians.•August 9 - Laurie Morvan Band - Great blues band frontedby an amazing female guitarist. www.lauriemorvan.comThe music begins at 6:00pm with local openers. The headliners take the stage at 7:00pm.The Fort Cody Music Series is great family entertainment -bring your lawn chairs, blankets, even picnics and enjoysome great music with your friends and neighbors. Beer andwine and some snacks will be available for purchase. Formore information visit the NRoute Entertainment Facebookpage: www.facebook.com/NRouteEntertainment.


Play At These Locations:Brothers Tavern • House Bar

Canteen Bar & Grille • Cedar Bowl

555533334444----3333333355554444215 East 6th Street • North Platte, NE

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ARTS &ENTERTAINMENT

CODY GO-KARTSRides and games for the entire family - waterslides, go-kart racetracks, bumper boatsand miniature golf.Address: I-80 and Highway 83 interchange

805 Halligan DrivePhone: 308-534-8277

www.codygokarts.comHours: Memorial Day to Labor Day

10:30am - 10:00pmOpen weekends pre and post season.Admission: Admission charged.

CODY PARKRAILROAD MUSEUMFor hands-on railroad enthusiasts, the CodyPark Railroad Museum is a must! The only Challenger 3900 series steam locomotive on public display is locatedright here in North Platte. Accompanyingthe 3977 is Unit 6922, one of the 6900 series diesel locomotives, the largest evermade. These two behemoths have a combined horsepower of more than12,000! Also to be seen is a fully restoredrailroad depot, several rail cars and acaboose.Guided tours available by appointmentcontact the CVB

Address: 1400 North JeffersHours: May 1 through September 16

Open Monday - Saturday 10am - 7pmSunday 10am-5pm

CODY PARKWILD WEST MEMORIALIt took an army of entertainers to pull off Buffalo Bill Cody's Wild West Show.These entertainers are honored at the siteof the precursor of the Wild West Show - the 1882 Old Glory Blowout hostedby Buffalo Bill in Cody Park. The centerpiece of the exhibit is the larger thanlife sized bronze statue of Buffalo Bill donated to the city of North Platte by thecitizens of Great Britain. Surrounding the gazebo housing the statue are the flags of the states and foreign countries in which Cody performed with his WildWest Show.

Address: 1400 North JeffersWild West Memorial open all year 24 hoursa day.

COMMUNITY UNITYTILE SCULPTURESFive eight-foot tall sculptures arrayed withhand-painted tiles created by communitymembers.

Veterans Memorial Park, 2811 S. JeffersCentennial Park, Leota and Francis Streets

Courthouse Square, 4th and Dewey Streets

Memorial Park, East 4th and Bryan StreetsCody Park, 1400 North Jeffers St.

DANCING LEAFCULTURAL LEARNINGCENTERThe reconstructed earthen lodge is set inthe spectacular scenery of the MedicineCreek Valley in the Loess Hills 25 miles southof North Platte. Your hosts are local experts in the Upper Republican Culturethat dates from 800-1300 years ago, and inthe important archeological finds in thearea. Dancing Leaf is located on 115 acres of cedar covered canyons alongMedicine Creek and includes a spring fedlake, many scenic trails and natural springs.A 90-minute daily tour covers the earth lodge, historical and archeologicalinformation and artifacts and the medicinewheel. Overnight lodging is available in the earth lodge or in several modern cabins. Other activities include canoeing, hiking and guided plant andnature hikes.Open by reservation only. Available byreservation any time year round.Admission charged.

Location: 6100 E. Opal Springs Rd.Wellfleet, NE 69170

308-963-4233www.DancingLeaf.com



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FEATHER RIVERVINEYARDS

FEATHER RIVER VINEYARDSLocated in the scenic and lush Loess Hillsjust south of North Platte, the vineyard isthe largest in the state. Feather River is openfor tastings, private parties and grouptours.

Address: 5700 SE State Farm RoadPhone: 308-696-0078

www.feather-river.comHours: Call for hours

FORT CODYTRADING POSTThe highlight of a visit to the Fort CodyTrading Post is the animated twenty thousandpiece hand carved miniature replica of theWild West Show. The Old West Museum features some of the finest cowboy gear,Native American hand crafts, guns andmuch more Wild West memorabilia to beseen in this area, and all free of charge.

Location: I-80 & U.S. Highway 83Interchange - North Platte

308-532-8081www.FortCody.com

Hours of Operation: Summer HoursMemorial Day - Labor Day 9am-9pm

7 days a weekWinter hours: 9am to 5:30pm Monday-Sat,

12pm - 5:30pm Sunday

FORT MCPHERSONNATIONAL CEMETERYNebraska's only National Cemetery, FortMcPherson is the final resting place of veterans of the Spanish American War,Indian Wars, World Wars I and II, Korea,Vietnam, the Persian Gulf War and Iraq.Four Medal of Honor recipients rest here,three of whom served during the IndianWars and one who served in Vietnam.Established in 1863, the original fort provided protection for the westward

trails and the building of the railroad. OnMarch 3, 1873, the Fort McPherson NationalCemetery was established.Self-guided tour book available at the CVB Office

Location: 12004 S. Spur 56AMaxwell, NE 69151

308-582-4433

GOLDEN SPIKETOWER AND VISITORCENTERA panoramic view of Union Pacific's BaileyYard will greet railfans from the two observation decks of the Golden SpikeTower. The eighth story fully enclosed viewing platform offers a 360 degree viewof Bailey Yard and the Platte River valley.The seventh floor platform is open-air. TheGuinness Book of World Records certifiesBailey Yard as the world's largest railroadyard, with a mind-boggling array of morethan 315 miles of tracks, accommodatingmore than 150 trains a day.

Address: 1249 N. Homestead RoadPhone: 308-532-9920

www.GoldenSpikeTower.comHours: May 1 through September 30:

Monday through Saturday 9am to 7pmSunday 1:00pm to 7:00pm.

October 1 through April 30: Mondaythrough Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm

Sunday 1:00pm to 5:00pm.


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BY MURIEL CLARKLincoln County Convention & Visitor’s BureauDad wants to go golfing. Grandpa wants to go fishing. Mom wants to birdwatch. Junior wants to go BMX racing. Where can you do all of those thingsat once? The Sutherland Reservoir, only 25 miles west of North Platte.

This 3,000 acre lakeboasts some of the bestwalleye fishing in thestate, with the inlet, outlet and "bubble" beingprime fishing spots. Thefun and scenic OregonTrail Golf Course hasundergone significantreinvestment in the pastfew years and offers nineholes of challenging golfon the south shore.The Sutherland reservoirlies in the heart of theeast-meets-west and thenorth-meets-south habitatdiversity that can befound in Nebraska, offering unparalleled bird

watching opportunities.The Flatrock Riders OHV Park is located just west of the golf course onHighway 25. More than a mile of trails for dirt bikes and four-wheelers hasbeen carved out of the 30-acre site. Riders of all ages and skill levels will findsomething to their liking.Camping is available at numerous places around the lake including theOregon Trail Golf Course campground, the Nebraska Game and ParksCommission maintained sites at the outlet and inlet, and primitive campingall around the lake. For more information visit www.villageofsutherland.comor www.oregontrailgolfcoursene.org.

ADVENTURE AWAITS INSUTHERLAND

GREATOUTDOORS

LINCOLN COUNTYHISTORICAL MUSEUMEarly pioneer history is preserved in theWestern Heritage Village which is home torestored buildings dating from the 1860'sPony Express log cabin to the 1917 CountryChurch. Also included are the 1963 Fort McPherson headquarters, 1899Fredericksen home, 1869 two story loghome of the first homesteader in LincolnCounty, 1900 barber shop, and the 1876birthplace of William Jeffers, President of Union Pacific Railroad. The Museum isalso the home of the World War II NorthPlatte Canteen, which served more than 6.5 million service men and women from Christmas Day 1941 through April first, 1946. Every day service members visited the North Platte Canteen in the Union Pacific Depot. Many never forgot the ten minute stop, as sixty years ofthank-you letters can attest.Fee: Admission chargedGuided tours available by appointment allyear.

May 1 through September 30Sunday 1pm-5pm; Mon-Sat 9am-5pmAddress: 2403 N. Buffalo Bill Ave.

Phone: 308-534-5640www.lincolncountymuseum.org


NEVILLE CENTER FORTHE PERFORMINGARTSThe historic Fox Theater, originally built as amovie and vaudeville theater in 1929 is thehome of the North Platte CommunityPlayhouse, hosting many productions eachyear. Many performances of the Town HallLecture Series, Community Concert Seriesand special events are also regularly held atthe Neville Center.

Address: 301 East 5thPhone: 308-532-8559

www.northplattecommunityplayhouse.org

BY TELEGRAPH STAFFThere are not many events more exciting than the annual Kids’ Discover. The12th annual free even for kids, presented by the North Platte Telegraph andMid-Plains Community College, will be at The North Platte Community CollegeSouth Campus from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on October 13, 2012. “The

purpose is to bring fun andlearning to the kids in thearea,” said Dee Klein, director of sales at TheNorth Platte Telegraph. “It’sall about the kids.”Kids will enjoy many activities such as Kid’sCollege, scientific displays,Fun Jumpz, and muchmore including a meet andgreet with Miss Nebraskaand Herbie Husker! Don’tforget your camera!The New Car & Truck

Dealership has sponsors the event and provides free tickets to any childwanting to attend. Tickets may be picked up in September 2012 from JanssenChrysler Jeep and Dodge, Bill Summers Ford, Bob Spady Buick GMC, Premier Toyota or Jerry Remus Chevrolet in North Platte. All children must beaccompanied by an adult.

FUN AND LEARNING ATKIDS’ DISCOVER

LOCAL EVENTS


NEVILLE CENTER FORTHE PERFORMING ARTS

NORTH PLATTE AREACHILDREN’S MUSEUMMore than twenty-five exciting interactiveexhibits will keep children six months totwelve years old entertained for hours. The Museum offers visitors a place to experience the wonders of science, technology, culture and the arts in a uniqueand interactive atmosphere. A member ofthe Association of Youth Museums, yourlocal participating museum membership

allows you free admission to the NorthPlatte Area Children's Museum. Exhibitsinclude Experiencing Agriculture -Commerce Room - Laser Light Room - MediaCenter - Science Discovery - Reading Castle- Kid's Corral - Bubble Experience PuppetTheater - Medical Center - Nebraska History- Construction House - Music Exploration -Transportation Area

Address: 314 North Jeffers StreetNorth Platte

Phone: (308) 532-3512

Days/Hours of Operation:Tuesday - Saturday 9:30am to 5:00pm

Admission: Admission charged.www.northplattechildrensmuseum.com

STONES AND BONESGALLERY & EMPORIUMNative American artifacts and much more…Stones and Bones is a unique gallery of artand artifacts, featuring an assemblage ofwestern and wildlife art and a premier private collection of native Stone Age artifacts from rural western Nebraska.Address: 105 E. 2nd St., Hershey, NE 69143

Phone: 308-530-8626, 308-368-7400www.stonesandbonesofnebrask.comHours: Call ahead, usually 10:00am to

5:00pm daily


Thomas County HistoricalSociety Museum

Former: Chet & Ida Paxton Home.Located on Highway 2.

Box 224, Thedford, Nebraska 69166Open Memorial Day - Labor Day

Mon - Fri 10am - 12pm • 2pm - 4pm Central Time

Open by Request by Calling-(308) 645-2477 . (308) 645-2489

FREE Admission

Heartland Museum of Military VehiclesLarge collection of

military vehicles from WWII to present.

Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm • Sun 1pm - 5pm606 Heartland Road • Lexington, NECall for tour information 308-324-6329

www.heartlandmuseum.com

Museum of Nebraska Major League Baseball

Photos, Artifacts, Trading Cards and More!OPEN YEAR ROUNDWeekdays 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Additional Summer Hours

Memorial Day to Labor DaySaturdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Sundays by Appointment

619 Howard Ave.• St Paul, NE • (308)754-5558www.nebraskabaseballmuseum.com

STONES ANDBONES GALLERY

& EMPORIUM

NORTH PLATTE AREACHILDREN’S MUSEUM


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August 18th - Rain Date

Gates Open:

5:00pm

Races Start:

7:00pm

Lincoln County

Raceway Track

Phone:

308-532-1204

Platte Valley

Speedway:

308-532-1274


MAYMay 26 - Lincoln County Raceway. Gatesopen at 5:00pm, Race starts at 7:00pm.IMCA - Modified, Stock Cars, Hobby Stock,Sports Mod and Sports Compact. RegularAdmission $10 Adults, $5 Kids 6-12, 5 &under free. 5015 W. Highway 30, NorthPlatte. 308-532-1204.May 27 - Open Waterfront Days. MaranathaCamp, 16800 E. Maranatha Road, Maxwell.308-582-4513.May 31 - Shrine Circus, two performances -2:00pm and 6:00pm, Lincoln CountyFairgrounds, 5015 Rodeo Road, NorthPlatte, NE

JUNEJune 2, 9 & 12 - Lincoln County Raceway.Gates open at 5:00pm, Race starts at7:00pm. IMCA - Modified, Stock Cars,Hobby Stock, Sports Mod and SportsCompact. Regular Admission $10 Adults, $5Kids 6-12, 5 & under free. 5015 W. Highway30, North Platte. 308-532-1204.July 3-4 - Annual Gothenburg Pony ExpressRodeo. Events include mutton busting,bareback riding and calf roping. Celebratewith a barbecue and fireworks at the LakeHelen Recreation Area and Lafayette Parkon July 4th.June 3, 10, 17 & 24 - Open WaterfrontDays. Maranatha Camp, 16800 E. MaranathaRoad, Maxwell. 308-582-4513.June 6 - The Voice Concert and SpecialEvent featuring Patrick Thomas, MissAmerica 2011 Teresa Scanlan and NASAAstronaut Clayton Anderson, Starts at 7pm.North Platte High School Performing ArtsCenter. Tickets 308-532-6994. $15 adults,$10 12 years and under.June 7 - 9 - Miss Nebraska Pageant. Formore information visit www.missnebraska.org.June 8 & 23 - Open Mic Night at A to ZBooks - An evening of heartfelt prose, poetry,music and fun for all! Twice a month, thesecond Friday and the last Saturday at7:30pm-10:30pm. Donations are appreciated.Jam session follows. Location: 507 N JeffersNorth Platte NE 69101; Phone: 308-534-0140June 8 - Movies in the Park - family friendlypresentation of popular motion pictures.Free of charge. Bring lawn chairs, blanketand snacks. Cody Park Softball Fields, NorthHighway 83 in North Platte. For more infor-mation contact the Recreation Center at308-535-6772.June 9 - Bill Summers Ford Triathlon. Therace is a half mile open water swim, twelvemile bike and three mile run in and aroundLake Maranatha. Maranatha Camp, 16800 E.Maranatha Road, Maxwell. 308-582-4513.June 9 & 10 - Woodcarver Show and Sale,9:00 - 5:00, Quality Inn & Suites, 2102 S. JeffersJune 9 and 10 - Heritage Festival at LincolnCounty Historical Museum. Features antiquefarm implements and practices, as well as many

of the practices used in making a home by thefirst pioneers or the area. For more informationgo to www.lincolncountymuseum.org. 2403N. Buffalo Bill Ave, North Platte, NEJune 16 - Platte River Fitness SeriesNEBRASKAland DAYS Road Run 5K and 10K,Event begins at the Wild West Arena,2400 N. Buffalo Bill Ave., North Platte.www.platteriverfitness.com for PRFSParticipation guidelines, race informationand to enter events.June 10 - Sporting Clays Fun Shoot, 10am to4pm. Maranatha Camp, 16800 E. MaranathaRoad, Maxwell. 308-582-4513.June 10 - 13 - Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant - various locations throughoutNorth Platte. For more information visitwww.missrodeonebraska.orgJune 11 - 17 - NEBRASKAland DAYSCompetitive Art Show. Platte River Mall,1000 S. Dewey.June 10 - 12 - Frontier Revue Musical. NorthPlatte Community College Theater, 601 W.State Farm Road.June 13 - 16 - Buffalo Bill Rodeo. AmericasFirst Rodeo! For more information go towww.nebraskalandday.com Location: WildWest Arena, 2400 N. Buffalo Bill Ave. NorthPlatte, NEJune 14 - Golden Games. North Platte Rec.Center, 1300 McDonald Road.June 14 - Live Music at NRouteEntertainment Fort Cody Summer MusicSeries held at the Fort Cody Trading Post at221 Halligan Drive. Concerts are from 6 - 9pm with a local opener from 6:00 to6:45 and the headliner taking the stage at7pm.June 15 - Cemetery Tour: Pioneer Stories ofthe Famous & the Forgotten. North PlatteCity Cemetery, For more information call308-535-8036. Evening non-walking stageperformance June 19, location TBA. June 15 - 17 - Governor's Art Show andSale. Presented by Great Western Bank,Quality Inn and Suites, 2102 S. JeffersJune 16 - NEBRASKAland DAYS on Parade,1:00pm. Downtown North Platte.June 16 - North Platte Farmers Market. AlcoParking Lot Saturday from 7:30am - 1:30pm.For more information please call Lori at 308-660-0177. Location at 201 East 6thStreet, North Platte, NEJune 21 - Phil Lee at the NRouteEntertainment Fort Cody Summer MusicSeries held at the Fort Cody Trading Post at221 Halligan Drive. Concerts are from 6 - 9pm with a local opener from 6:00 to6:45 and the headliner taking the stage at7pm.June 22 and 23 - NEBRASKAland DAYS U.S.Cellular Summer Jam Concert series featur-ing Toby Keith, Brantley Gilbert, Daughtry,The Dirty Guv'nahs and Rock, Paper,Dynamite. Wild West Arena, 2400 N. BuffaloBill Ave. For ticket information visit

www.nebraskalanddays.com.June 28 - Old Californio at the NRouteEntertainment Fort Cody Summer MusicSeries held at the Fort Cody Trading Post at221 Halligan Drive. Inclement weather loca-tion at the Riverside Terrace at the QualityInn and Suites. Concerts are from 6 - 9pmwith a local opener from 6:00 to 6:45 andthe headliner taking the stage at 7pm.

JULYEvery Saturday - North Platte FarmersMarket. Alco Parking Lot Saturday from7:30am - 1:30pm. For more informationplease call Lori at 308-660-0177. Location at201 East 6th Street, North Platte, NE.July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 - Open WaterfrontDays. Maranatha Camp, 16800 E. MaranathaRoad, Maxwell. 308-582-4513.July 3 & 4 - Sutherland 4th of JulyCelebration & Rodeo. A hometown 4th ofJuly celebration. For more information go towww.villageofsutherland.com. Location:Throughout SutherlandJuly 4 - Platte River Fitness Series.Sutherland Firecracker 5K. www.platteriverfitness.com for PRFSParticipation guidelines, race informationand to enter events.July 4 - Anvil Blowing at Lincoln CountyHistorical Museum, 2403 N. Buffalo Bill Ave.308-534-5640July 4 - Optimists Annual Fireworks Show,Lincoln County Fairgrounds, 5015 RodeoRoad, North PlatteJuly 4 - Camp Maranatha IndependenceDay Celebration. 2-7 p.m. Waterfront isOpen ; 2-7:30 p.m. Sweetshop is Open; 6-7:30 p.m. BBQ Line is Open; 8 p.m.Evening Entertainment; 10 p.m. FireworksShow. 16800 E. Maranatha Road, Maxwell.308-582-4513.July 5 - Live Music at the NRouteEntertainment Fort Cody Summer MusicSeries held at the Fort Cody Trading Post at221 Halligan Drive. Concerts are from 6 - 9pm with a local opener from 6:00 to6:45 and the headliner taking the stage at7pm.July 12 - Steve Young and Jubal Lee at theNRoute Entertainment Fort Cody SummerMusic Series held at the Fort Cody TradingPost at 221 Halligan Drive. Inclement weather location at the Riverside Terrace atthe Quality Inn and Suites. Concerts arefrom 6 - 9pm with a local opener from 6:00to 6:45 and the headliner taking the stage at7pm.July 13 & 28 - Open Mic Night at A to ZBooks - An evening of heartfelt prose, poetry, music and fun for all! Twice amonth, the second Friday and the lastSaturday at 7:30pm-10:30pm. Donations areappreciated. Jam session follows. Location:

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507 N Jeffers North Platte NE 69101; Phone:308-534-0140July 13 - Movies in the Park - family friendlypresentation of popular motion pictures.Free of charge. Bring lawn chairs, blanketand snacks. Cody Park near the pool, NorthHighway 83 in North Platte. For more infor-mation contact the Recreation Center at308-535-6772.July 19 - Word of Mouth at the NRouteEntertainment Fort Cody Summer MusicSeries held at the Fort Cody Trading Post at221 Halligan Drive. Concerts are from 6 - 9pm with a local opener from 6:00 to6:45 and the headliner taking the stage at7pm.July 20 & 21 - Blues Fest, Lincoln HighwayRV Park, 4684 W. Highway 30, North Platte.308-534-4910.July 25 - 30 - Lincoln County Fair. 5015 W.Highway 30, North Platte. For more informa-tion visit www.lincofair.comJuly 23 - August 25 - Journey Stories, aSmithsonian Exhibition. Smithsonian travel-ing exhibit showing how America's evolvingmobility changed a young nation and howtransportation made us grow. LincolnCounty Historical Museum, 2403 N. BuffaloBill Ave, North Platte, NE. 308-534-5640July 26 - TBA at the NRoute EntertainmentFort Cody Summer Music Series held at theFort Cody Trading Post at 221 Halligan Drive.Concerts are from 6 - 9pm with a localopener from 6:00 to 6:45 and the headlinertaking the stage at 7pm.

AUGUSTEvery Saturday - Every Saturday - NorthPlatte Farmers Market. Alco Parking LotSaturday from 7:30am - 1:30pm. For moreinformation please call Lori at 308-660-0177.Location at 201 East 6th Street, NorthPlatte, NE.August 2 - All Locals Night at the NRouteEntertainment Fort Cody Summer MusicSeries held at the Fort Cody Trading Post at221 Halligan Drive. Concerts are from 6 - 9pm with a local opener from 6:00 to6:45 and the headliner taking the stage at7pm.August 3 & 4 - Brady Days. Come to Bradyand enjoy the fun filled days, with parade,turtle races, and watermelon seed spittingcontest, street dance, BBQ, Kids' games, and more! For more information go to www.villageofbrady.com or call 308-584-3316. Location: Through out Brady.August 4 & 11 - Lincoln County Raceway.Gates open at 5:00pm, Race starts at7:00pm. IMCA - Modified, Stock Cars,Hobby Stock, Sports Mod and SportsCompact. Regular Admission $10 Adults, $5Kids 6-12, 5 & under free. 5015 W. Highway30, North Platte. 308-532-1204.

August 6 - Scrabble Scramble. Ride yourbicycle to six stops, picking up a Scrabbleletter at each stop. When you get back,play your best word to win a prize. Getmore information and register after June 1stat www.theconnectionnp.com/scrabble-scramble. 7:30am registration, 8:00 a.m.start. $15.00 per adult. Children under 18free. Location: Gazebo in Centennial Park,across Oak St. from Great Plains RegionalMedical Center.August 9 - Lauri Morvan Blues at theNRoute Entertainment Fort Cody SummerMusic Series held at the Fort Cody TradingPost at 221 Halligan Drive. Concerts arefrom 6 - 9pm with a local opener from 6:00to 6:45 and the headliner taking the stage at7pm.August 10 & 25 - Open Mic Night at A to ZBooks - An evening of heartfelt prose, poetry, music and fun for all! Twice amonth, the second Friday and the lastSaturday at 7:30pm-10:30pm. Donations areappreciated. Jam session follows. Location:507 N Jeffers North Platte NE 69101; Phone:308-534-0140August 10 - Movies in the Park - familyfriendly presentation of popular motion pic-tures. Free of charge. Bring lawn chairs,blanket and snacks. Memorial Park near thesplash pad, East 4th Street, North Platte.For more information contact the RecreationCenter at 308-535-6772.August 12 - Sporting Clays Fun Shoot,10am to 4pm. Maranatha Camp, 16800 E.Maranatha Road, Maxwell. 308-582-4513.August 18 - Maxwell Heritage Day JoinMaxwell for a parade, feed, team races, anddraft house pull obstacle course. For moreinformation please call 308-582-4324.Location: Through out Maxwell.August 25 - Hershey Fall Festival Come andenjoy a day of kids games, BBQ and otheractivities. For more information please call308-368-5840. Location: Through outHershey.August 25 - Platte River Fitness SeriesHershey Fall Festival Adventure Race 5K.www.platteriverfitness.com for PRFSParticipation guidelines, race informationand to enter events.August 25 - Hope in a Kayak - Kayak Polo Tournament, Cody Park Pool, North Highway 83, North Platte. For moreinformation contact Jacki at 308-660-2285or www.midwestiq.net

SEPTEMBER Every Saturday - Every Saturday - NorthPlatte Farmers Market. Alco Parking LotSaturday from 7:30am - 1:30pm. For moreinformation call 308-660-0177. Location at201 East 6th Street, North Platte, NE.September 2 - Colonel Cody's Cruise Showand Shine, downtown North Platte. For

more information call Todd Freeburg 308-532-6727September 3 - Platte River Fitness SeriesNebraskaLand National Bank Running to Cure Breast Cancer, 5K and 10K. www.platteriverfitness.com for PRFSParticipation guidelines, race informationand to enter events.September 7 - 9 - Nebraska State RodeoAssoc. State Finals Nebraska cowboys and girls compete in the state finals. For more information please call 308-535-6772. Location: Wild West Arena,North Platte, NESeptember 8 - Wellfleet Fall Festival -"Boots, Chaps and Cowboy Hats", twenty-five miles south of North Platte on Highway83. Visit www.wellfeleetfallfestival.com formore information.September 11 - Arts in the Park Enjoy a dayof homemade crafts in the park. For moreinformation call 308-535-6772. Location:Cody Park at 1402 North Jeffers Street,North Platte, NESeptember 13-15 - 98th Annual HarvestFestival. Events include a parade, collectibles show, car show food and craftvendors in the park, children’s parade, dogshow, pedal pull and farm chore relay raceand much more!!September 14 & 22 - Open Mic Night at Ato Z Books - An evening of heartfelt prose,poetry, music and fun for all! Twice amonth, the second Friday and the lastSaturday at 7:30pm-10:30pm. Donations areappreciated. Jam session follows. Location:507 N Jeffers North Platte NE 69101; Phone:308-534-0140September 14 - Cemetery Tour: Railroaders,Ranchers and Thieves. North Platte CityCemetery, For more information call 308-535-8036. Evening non-walking stage performance September 18, location TBASeptember 14 - 16 - North Platte Rail Fest.Locomotive simulator, live music, tours ofMid-Plains College Railroad TechnologyCenter, tours of Bailey Yard, and muchmore. For more information go towww.nprailfest.com or call 308-534-3648.Location: Cody Park, North PlatteSeptember 15 - Kinetic Sculpture Derbyand Exposition - It's art and sculpture -power to the people, all forms of people-powered conveyance. Cody Park, NorthPlatte.September 15 & 16 - Wallace Fall FestivalJoin Wallace for a day of parades, kidsgames, rodeo tractor pull, free BBQ, streetdance and other events. For more informationplease call Mickey Philips at 308-387-3403.Location: Through out the town or Wallace.September 16 - Lincoln County High SchoolRodeo. Location: Wild West Arena, NorthPlatte. Contact: Tricia Schaffer Phone: 308-534-1244



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September 29 - Platte River Fitness Series UPRR and Bank of theWest Potter's Pasture Campfire Trail 5K. www.platteriverfitness.comfor PRFS Participation guidelines, race information and to enterevents.

OCTOBEROctober 12 & 27 - Open Mic Night at A to Z Books - An evening of heartfelt prose, poetry, music and fun for all! Twice a month, the second Friday and the last Saturday at 7:30pm-10:30pm.Donations are appreciated. Jam session follows. Location: 507 NJeffers North Platte NE 69101; Phone: 308-534-0140October 13 - Platte River Fitness Series North Platte Physical Therapists' Chris Jarvis Memorial Autumn River Ru 5K and Half-Marathon. www.platteriverfitness.com for PRFSParticipation guidelines, race information and to enter events.October 14 - Sporting Clays Fun Shoot, 10am to 4pm. MaranathaCamp, 16800 E. Maranatha Road, Maxwell. 308-582-4513.

NOVEMBERNovember 3 & 4 - Cowboy Christmas Gift Show, D & N Event Center, North Platte, NE. For more information call 308-530-4396Cody Park Winter Wonderland - Roughly from Thanksgiving weekend through the end of December, Cody Park is transformed into a Winter Wonderland with automated displays, special events such as hayrack rides, sleigh rides, Santa and more.

DECEMBERDecember 1 - Platte River Fitness Series Great Plains Regional Medical Center and NebraskaLand National Bank Jingle Bell 5K Fun Run and Walk. www.platteriverfitness.com for PRFS Participation guidelines, race information and to enter events.December 7 - Sutherland Christmas Parade of Lights, 401 WalnutStreet, Sutherland, NEChristmas At The Codys - The last full weekend before Christmas, Buffalo Bill's home in North Platte is decorated to the hilt with holiday finery and open to the public. Tour the home, enjoy roasted chestnuts, hot cocoa and cider, sleigh rides,Santa and Buffalo Bill.


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