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Elmwood Fire Hall

Monday, Jan.29th.

 1:00 - 6:00

There is a critical shortage of Blood during this cold season. 

If anyone in your family would like to be a donor, just walk in and give the gift of life.

Check out the calendar on the Elmwood Website (it's to the right) ---->>>>

If the date is TAN (Beige) then there is something to do in town that day!!

Send me Elmwood-Murdock events you would like me to place on the calendar at editor@elmwoodnebraska.com  

Bess Streeter Aldrich House and Museum

The new exhibit for the month of January recognizing the Depression Era.

In spite of it being a tough period in our history, some beautiful things resulted: the house is decorated with depression glass, an apron collection, vintage quilts, banking equipment and documents, a shaving kit collection, and many other period pieces.

Don't miss this exhibit that will be open 1 to 4 p.m. every weekend through February.

16th Annual Short Story Contest

Start thinking of ideas for the 16th Annual Bess Streeter Aldrich short story contest. 

The goal is to generate a fictional short story that is written in the wholesome spirit displayed by Bess Streeter Aldrich in her works while incorporating a theme that focuses on Nebraska’s economy, history, cultural diversity, and/or geography (past, present, and/or future).

Writers are encouraged to focus on historical and/or realistic topics. This year the Aldrich Foundation is paying tribute to Mrs. Aldrich’s novel The Rim of the Prairie and believe it would be an excellent resource.

Eligibility (Four divisions):

Adult: 1st Prize $100; 2nd Prize $50; 3rd Prize $25
High School (Grades 9-12): 1st Prize $50; 2nd Prize $25; 3rd Prize $15
Middle School (Grades 6-8): 1st Prize $50; 2nd Prize $25; 3rd Prize $15
Intermediate School (Grades 3-5): 1st Prize $25; 2nd Prize $15; 3rd Prize $10

Complete rules are found at the Bess Streeter Alrich Website

Stories can be submitted on online. Deadline is February 17, 2018 

Get your library magnet and head over to the library to borrow not only books but also movies for the whole family.

You can also borrow e-books right from your Kindle or tablet. Ask for a tutorial on how to log in and use the library website.

 Do you have a review of a book at the library, submit them by emailing editor@elmwoodnebraska.com  

THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
By W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan

CAST includes local students

Pirate King – Aaron Spracklin of Elmwood, Nebraska

PIRATES/POLICEMEN/MAIDENS - Cale Arent of Murdock, Nebraska

(Hastings, Nebraska) – The Hastings College departments of Theatre and Music will be performing Gilbert and Sullivan’s popular “The Pirates of Penzance” for its 2018 January Term (J-Term) production. This classic comic operetta of fair maidens, wimpy pirates and overzealous police is fun for the whole family.

In the show, Frederic has spent 20 years of his life indentured to a band of pirates and has been promised he will be released on his 21st birthday. After turning 21, he sets off to find adventure, only to discover that his time of servitude may not be finished.

Performances are Thursday, February 1; Friday, February 2; and Saturday, February 3 at 7:30 p.m. with a final performance February 4 at 2:00 p.m. All performances are in Scott Studio Theatre (806 N. Turner Ave.).

Tickets are $5 for students and seniors and $8 for general admission. To reserve your tickets, email tickets@hastings.edu.

 Post Prom Fundraiser

Post-Prom has started a new fundraiser where you are able to purchase gift cards through Post Prom to all of your favorite restaurants and stores at no extra cost to you. For every card you purchase, a percentage goes to Post Prom with you still getting the full value of the card you purchased.

Please consider using the cards not only for Christmas gifts and shopping but also for your dining, weekly errands, and grocery shopping. Please see the attachment for a complete list of cards available. E-Scrip is also available on select cards for a convenient shopping option. For any questions please talk to Annette Eggert, Theresa Hansen, or Diane Neels or stop and see us at our table at home basketball games. You can find us at the fresh baked cookies!

See the attached the order form (2 pages) if you would like to purchase some cards but are unable to make it to a home basketball game. You can mail your form with your payment to Diane Neels. PRINT VERSION CLICK HERE

I met James McReynolds of Elmwood this past week. He is an accomplished author of "Joy to the World" and resident of Elmwood. Being new to town your welcome has been great. Many blessings to the children of our area.

We met up at the Benedictine Center near Skyler NE for a convocation on deep spirituality, making connections and community growth. We will lift up the great commandment and great commission from Jesus on January 28th.

Friends relatives associates and neighbors are welcome for conversation. Go Knights Basketball teams!

Pastor Bill Harrold

Elmwood Village Board News

The Elmwood Village Board and Library are seeking community feedback regarding how we can grow and improve our community and library. We value your feedback, so please consider completing these surveys to continue making Elmwood a great place to live!

The Elmwood Library is seeking feedback on how to better serve the community. The following survey contains questions regarding what the library does well and how the library can improve. Please be as thorough as possible with your answers so we may get the best results. Thank you for helping us improve the Elmwood Library!

The surveys can also be taken online outside of the newsletter by clicking on the categories below.

Elmwood Village Survey Here

Elmwood Library Here 

We are currently serving hard ice cream in dishes.
we have 8 different flavors to choose from.

Becky
Elmwood C Store
402-994-3305

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