Upcoming Events
UNITED FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Join Us for a Season of Bringing Joy to Our Community
The Giving Tree
FNBO Lobby | 201 N Dewey | North Platte, NE 69101
November 15-December 20
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Take a tag and give a present to a child or senior who may otherwise not receive a gift this holiday season. Tags will be available beginning November 15. Wrapped and labeled gifts to be returned by December 20.
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The Nutcracker
Digital Broadcast Performed by the Colorado Ballet
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The Colorado Ballet is pleased to announce that educational organizations and senior living facilities are eligible to view a free digital broadcast of The Nutcracker! This is a wonderful opportunity to see one of the best productions of this time-honored holiday tradition. Organizations may see more details and sign up HERE
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Please contact Haven Smith at unitedway172@gmail.com with questions.
The Cookie Room
Mockingbird | 506 N Dewey | North Platte
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Please join the Lincoln County Board of Realtors for a
holiday party and cookie platter auction to benefit
Mid-Plains United Way's Partner Agency, Bridge of Hope.
If you would like to participate in the auction, kindly bring a beautifully decorated platter with at least two dozen cookies and one extra dozen for tasting. Platters will be auctioned to party guests and Ladies Night Out shoppers. Platters are sold along with the cookies. Guests and shoppers will also vote for Best Platter.
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Lincoln County Board of Realtors guests and auction participants please R.S.V.P. HERE
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Please contact Haven Smith at unitedway172@gmail.com with questions.
Past Events
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29TH ANNUAL FNBO CHILI COOK OFF
Friday, October 4 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | FNBO | 201 N Dewey
$10 per person includes beverages and unlimited chili tasting
Join us at FNBO in the North Platte Canteen District as they present the 29th annual Chili Cook-Off. This event has kicked off the Mid-Plains United Way Giving Campaign for almost 30 years and features the best chili tasting in our 16-county service area.
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Donations determine best chili, best booth, and the lucky victim to get a pie in the face!
Team Information
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​Use your own recipe to compete for best chili
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Please provide 1 or 2 roasters for chili samples-dressings and complimentary beverages are allowed
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Decorate your booth-or yourself-in your choice of theme
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Booths must fit a 10x10 space-no vehicles allowed
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Booth positions will be determined by drawing and sent to you
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1 table and 2 chairs will be provided
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Please bring your own labeled heavy duty extension cord
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Set-up begins at 10 a.m. Serving starts at 11:30 a.m. and continues until 1:30 p.m.
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Spoons and bowls for tasting will be provided
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Awards will take place at 1:30 p.m. for Best Chili-People's Choice and Best Booth
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Registration is limited to 20 teams
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Blue Sky Invitational
Monday, August 26 | 11 a.m. Shotgun Start (Central Time) | Dismal River Club Mullen, NE
Join us at the beautiful Dismal River Club for a day of unbeatable golf, networking, and an opportunity to support a worthy cause. 100% of the funds raised will be given to our 2024-25 partner agencies. Your participation will help us raise funds to support vital programs and services in our community. We hope you can join us for this memorable day of philanthropy.
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Our tournament is a 4-man scramble on the challenging Red Course at the Dismal River Club. There is one round of 18 holes with prizes available to win at each hole. Mulligans, Tee Ups and Magic Putts will be available to purchase. Participants will be treated to a delicious awards dinner after tournament play is complete. Registration also includes a boxed lunch, gift and three drink tickets for each entry.
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All participants may extend their stay at the Dismal River Club. Accommodations are available on Sunday and Monday nights. Extra rounds of golf are available Sunday and Tuesday. Call the Club at 308-546-2900 for more information.
3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 30 | 3-5 p.m. | Pals Brewing Company
Presented by Pals Brewing Company. Kids Hunts will be at Noon and 1 p.m. Each round will be $5. From 3-5 p.m., adults 21 and over are invited to celebrate spring and March Madness at our annual Easter Egg Hunt featuring 4 rounds of hunting and our Elite "EGG" Raffle. Over $2k in prizes are waiting for you to find them! Take your chances with the Elite "EGG" Raffle and try to win a Big Green Egg Smoker/Grill/Pizza Oven, a Solo Stove Pizza Oven or $250. Adult Easter Egg Hunt Tickets are $10/Round. 1 Elite "Egg" Raffle Ticket is $10/Each. 3 Elite "Egg" Raffle Tickets are $20/Pack of 3. Tickets may be purchased at the event or by contacting Haven Smith at 308-532-8870.
Mardi Gras Cafe
Saturday, February 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Sunday, February 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. |
After shopping at the Triple Bee Pre-Spring Sting Flea Market, join us for a Mardi Gras inspired menu bringing the flavor of New Orleans to North Platte!
Kendra Gives Back Event with
Kendra Scott Jewelry
Thursday, February 1-Friday, February 2 | Online Event
Use Code: GIVEBACK - FSUED
VALENTINE'S DAY is just around the corner! Give your someone special something beautiful from Kendra Scott Jewelry AND help your community at the same time. On February 1 and 2, Kendra Scott will donate 20% of all online sales to Mid-Plains United Way for those using Code: GIVEBACK - FSUED at check-out.