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FIDDLING WORKSHOPS

The Old Avoca (Nebraska) Schoolhouse will be hosting a Twin Fiddling Workshop on Saturday, August 6, from 1 PM - 3 PM, for fiddlers (or violinists or violists) who want to learn to play nicely together with their fellow-fiddlers (or violinists or violists).  Fiddlers (or violinists or violists) of any age and experience level are encouraged to enroll.  Championship fiddler and fiddle book author, Deborah Greenblatt will share some tunes, hints about arranging for two fiddles, playing back-up, etc.  The Workshop takes place in the historic Old Avoca Schoolhouse, in Avoca, Nebraska.  Pre-registration is required, and enrollment is limited.  The fee is $20.00 per fiddler.  For more information, call 402-275-3221, or send an e-mail to debby@greenblattandseay.com.

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Dyeing to Design--4-H Youth

University of Nebraska Extension personnel from Douglas/Sarpy, Pawnee and Cass Counties teamed up to present a Dyeing to Design workshop for youth on June 21 at the Cass County fairgrounds. 4-H youth learned about discharge dying of fabric using bleach, sunprinting, shaving cream marbling, and how to use computer technology for designing quilts. The program was implemented to provide youth a more in-depth opportunity to learn about textile design. Youth learned design principles, how science is used in the textile industry, as well as careers related to textile arts.  As part of the 4-H program, youth involved in science, engineering, and technology (SET) have the opportunity to apply SET to their 4-H projects, develop related workforce preparedness skills and pursue careers in SET resulting in a workforce that will enable businesses to locate in Nebraska and result in community viability.  Youth involved in exploring career and entrepreneurship opportunities result in future increased wage earners that contribute to the economic stability of their communities. Presenters included Carol Fritz, Diane Mayfield, Cathy Raneri, Nancy Urbanec, and Deb Weitzenkamp.

Above:  Savannah Schafer prepares her fabric for solar printing

Above:  4-Hers learn the secret to a simple marbling technique

Otoe County Program

The Otoe County Genealogical Society's July 14^th meeting will feature a program on "Google Earth for Genealogy."  This webinar is presented by Lisa Louise Cooke, and includes information on how to utilize 'Google Earth' and its historical map collection to assist a researcher in locating their family's ancestral homestead or place of residence.  It will be held at the Morton-James Public Library at 923 First Corso in Nebraska City.  Guests will also be able to utilize the library's media center computers for practical application of the material being taught as well.  So if you'd like to learn how to use 'Google Earth' to help you in your research, or just want to learn more about the software itself, please come join us on July 14^th at 7:00pm.

Thanks so much,

Curtis Wolbert

President/Otoe County Genealogical Society

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