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North Fork
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German Settlers came west in covered wagons from Wisconsin. They came to a river which is now the Elkhorn River. The land was very bountiful by the river, which divided into a fork. One fork headed north and the other was by what is now known as Ta-Ha-Zouka Park. The settlers decided to homestead on the northern fork, calling their settlement "North Fork". The United States Postal Service, assuming it was a spelling error, changed it to "Norfolk". It was not changed back and the settlement became Norfolk, as it is today. The original name "North Fork" has long been forgotten.
North Fork Questers #902 organized on February 1, 1979, so we are celebrating our 40th year and still have two of the original charter members! Currently have 13 members and will always welcome visitors at our meetings on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. We would love to share our activities with new people and continue to grow our chapter. Meeting places vary, so call Karen at 402-640-7635 and leave a message , so we can supply that information for you. We are really recruiting this summer!
North Fork Questers #902 organized on February 1, 1979, so we are celebrating our 40th year and still have two of the original charter members! Currently have 13 members and will always welcome visitors at our meetings on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. We would love to share our activities with new people and continue to grow our chapter. Meeting places vary, so call Karen at 402-640-7635 and leave a message , so we can supply that information for you. We are really recruiting this summer!
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At State Day 2019, a state wide celebration for all Nebraska chapters, North Fork #902 was awarded a grant for repairs to preserve and restore the Dederman cabin. Work will soon begin. We are so excited to share this process with everyone in the community. Watch this page and follow the progress with us!
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Christmas Party.....the left photo is Karen, Suzann & Judy. The right photo is Nancy, Sue, Peg, Sandra, Carol and Sherry. |
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The North Fork Questers had their first meeting since the Covid breakout which closed most of our beloved Norfolk. But Hurrah! We are back and it was wonderful to see everyone!
Nancy Schwertley did a presentation on the history of wall pockets. Did you know that the predecessor to the wall pockets were wooden boxes attached to the wall holding candles, matches and eating utensils? Cloth pockets held sewing material such as scissors, thimbles, and needles. Wall storage was a clever way to create storage in the early homes.
The wall pocket became more detailed and decorative with the opening of Porcelain European factories in the 18th century. Then glass pockets that were first made in 1876 in Pittsburgh. There were many companies that produced wall pockets--Roseville, Folk Potteries in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, Weller, McCoy, Hull, Holt Howard, Lefton, Frankoma to name some of the more well known names.
Nancy displayed some of her collection of wall pockets, along with two of our members--LaRae Worden and Sherry Stuifbergen. Her presentation was enjoyed by all.
Nancy Schwertley did a presentation on the history of wall pockets. Did you know that the predecessor to the wall pockets were wooden boxes attached to the wall holding candles, matches and eating utensils? Cloth pockets held sewing material such as scissors, thimbles, and needles. Wall storage was a clever way to create storage in the early homes.
The wall pocket became more detailed and decorative with the opening of Porcelain European factories in the 18th century. Then glass pockets that were first made in 1876 in Pittsburgh. There were many companies that produced wall pockets--Roseville, Folk Potteries in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, Weller, McCoy, Hull, Holt Howard, Lefton, Frankoma to name some of the more well known names.
Nancy displayed some of her collection of wall pockets, along with two of our members--LaRae Worden and Sherry Stuifbergen. Her presentation was enjoyed by all.
LaRae showed us part of her beautiful collection of calling cards. Such cards have been a staple in society for years. Custom had visitors leaving these lovely cards at the door when they called on the neighbors after a Sunday visit. Scrap art was the decoration of choice on these cards and they printed their names under the scrap piece. Today we use business cards almost every day and most of us have at least one of in our wallet.
We had a delightful afternoon High Tea at our last meeting before our summer break. We traveled to Dodge, NE. to Eat restaurant where we were treated to an amazing afternoon of delicious food and learned some interesting tea etiquette from the owner, Michael. We wore our vintage hats to add a little fun to the event.
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The Norfolk Arts Museum schedules guided walks for visitors to view the sculptures. |
Antiquing is always fun. On this excursion last year we went to Missouri Valley. We ate at a cute restaurant called Loess Moose (MIssouri Valley is nestled against Loess Hills, Iowa). Starting at the left is Ruth, Peg, Sandra, Suzann, Karen and Judy.
Here we are at the Norfolk Premiere of Downton Abbey. It also happened to land on the night we were having our first Quester meeting, so we had a wonderful dinner/meeting at Norfolk's Franklin's restaurant and then hit the movie!
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Norfolk's most famous son, Johnny Carson, never forgot his hometown roots. His generosity is seen all throughout his boyhood hometown of Norfolk, NE. Beneficiaries of his kindness include the Y.M.C.A; the Carson Cancer Center at Faith Regional Health Services; The Johnny Carson Theater at Norfolk High School; and the Elkhorn Valley Museum's Johnny Carson Room including the star's Emmys on display! Want to see his boyhood home? Just take a drive down Johnny Carson Boulevard! |
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Our 2019 Quester's Christmas Program "Christmas Sparkle". We had a pot luck and had a wonderful program on Christmas pins. |
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Nebraska State Questers awarded Madison Arts Center a $1600.00 Preservation and Restoration Grant towards installation of one set of double wooden fire rated doors. Nancy Schwertley, president of North Fork #902, presented the check to Phyllis Trine, Vice President of Preservation Madison Inc. The Norfolk, NE chapter North Fork #902 initiated the grant.
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Pictures in the Header
The first picture in the top row is Ta-Ha-Zouka Park on the north bank of the Elkhorn River on Norfolk's south side. The park's name means "horn of the elk" and is a must see when visiting the area. Ponds for fishing, camping sites; one of the entry points to the Cowboy Trail for biking and walking; numerous baseball fields; a frisbee golf course and horseshoe area....all set in this beautiful and historical park.
The second picture in the top row is the Norfolk Arts Center where they offer classes, art camps, and exhibitions to over 13,000 residents in the Norfolk area. Rotating activities are available for all age groups using many art mediums, music, and performing arts. There is something here for everyone!
The third picture in the top row is of the Downtown Coffee Company on Main Street, one of our favorite places. They serve food, teas, coffees and have a beautiful courtyard with a multi-layered deck.
The first picture in the bottom row is the Cowboy Trail Bridge. Beginning in Norfolk and spanning 321 miles west to Chadron, this is the largest Rails-to-Trails project in the United States. 192 miles of the trail between Norfolk and Valentine is improved limestone surface. It can be a pleasant escape for an evening nature walk, a family getaway for a bicycling weekend, a course for a grueling long-distance run or a convenient route to explore the Great American Plains on horseback.
The second picture in the bottom row is Skyview Lake, located at 1900 West Maple in Norfolk. Skyview Lake has many activities to offer, Kayak & Paddleboat rental, fishing, frisbee golf, playground, picnic shelters and paved walking trail that goes around the whole lake. It is the site of Norfolk's "Big Bang Boom Fireworks" over the 4th of July, "Music in the Park" and many other community functions. Photo byJake Wragge, Norfolk Daily News.
The third picture in the bottom row is Barnstormers, a family restaurant that is located in the old airport terminal when Norfolk use to have commercial flights. Theme of interior is airplanes (of course!), even menu items are flight related—try the Charlie Foxtrot Patty melt— it’s delicious!
The first picture in the top row is Ta-Ha-Zouka Park on the north bank of the Elkhorn River on Norfolk's south side. The park's name means "horn of the elk" and is a must see when visiting the area. Ponds for fishing, camping sites; one of the entry points to the Cowboy Trail for biking and walking; numerous baseball fields; a frisbee golf course and horseshoe area....all set in this beautiful and historical park.
The second picture in the top row is the Norfolk Arts Center where they offer classes, art camps, and exhibitions to over 13,000 residents in the Norfolk area. Rotating activities are available for all age groups using many art mediums, music, and performing arts. There is something here for everyone!
The third picture in the top row is of the Downtown Coffee Company on Main Street, one of our favorite places. They serve food, teas, coffees and have a beautiful courtyard with a multi-layered deck.
The first picture in the bottom row is the Cowboy Trail Bridge. Beginning in Norfolk and spanning 321 miles west to Chadron, this is the largest Rails-to-Trails project in the United States. 192 miles of the trail between Norfolk and Valentine is improved limestone surface. It can be a pleasant escape for an evening nature walk, a family getaway for a bicycling weekend, a course for a grueling long-distance run or a convenient route to explore the Great American Plains on horseback.
The second picture in the bottom row is Skyview Lake, located at 1900 West Maple in Norfolk. Skyview Lake has many activities to offer, Kayak & Paddleboat rental, fishing, frisbee golf, playground, picnic shelters and paved walking trail that goes around the whole lake. It is the site of Norfolk's "Big Bang Boom Fireworks" over the 4th of July, "Music in the Park" and many other community functions. Photo byJake Wragge, Norfolk Daily News.
The third picture in the bottom row is Barnstormers, a family restaurant that is located in the old airport terminal when Norfolk use to have commercial flights. Theme of interior is airplanes (of course!), even menu items are flight related—try the Charlie Foxtrot Patty melt— it’s delicious!