Elmwood Newsletter - October 5, 2011

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The 4th Annual Market to Market race passed through Elmwood Saturday. Not only was Elmwood a stop off point but it was also represented by a local team. The local team consisted of Kelly Group, Tracy Marshall, Marcie Hauschild, Shannon Josoff, Dana Albino Muntz, Erin Clymer, Heather Bornemeier, and Lisa Baker. Team supporters were on hand to cheer and offer water and snacks.

The Market To Market Relay is the oldest and largest long distance running relay race in the state of Nebraska and has been a fun and challenging event since 2008. The 2011 course is 78 miles and broken into 20 stages with each runner taking on about three stages. Stages range from about 3 to 5 miles on a mixture of trails, paved roads, gravel roads and highways between Omaha and Lincoln. The race could take anywhere from 9 hours to 14 hours..depending on the speed of your team.

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Maggie Clymer was her mama's biggest fan.

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Jeff Clymer and Andy Clements volunteered at the event.

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The park was set up to greet the runners. It was a great resting point.

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Whoot Whoo! Way to go, Ladies!!

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Circle ME Event in Lincoln has Local Help

Last weekend was a fun time at Circle ME in Lincoln for a couple of local women. Circle ME is a store that sells cloth diapers, clothing, baby supplies, and items for new mothers. But it is more than a store. It offers a support system to pregnant women and families with newborns. Last Saturday Circle ME hosted a Fall Festival. Brooke Campbell has been a volunteer there for a few years now and was on hand Saturday to help out. There were bounce houses, carnival games, and snacks. There were also vendors with lots of different items. Sara Reckling, Louisville, had a booth where she was selling her handmade wool diaper covers and felt clothing. For more information about CircleMe check out their website at www.circleme.me.

Sara started knitting the wool diaper covers for her youngest son as a stress reliever when she was pregnant with her second. She was surprised at how easy they were to use and care for…and they are waterproof, too! The felt sweaters she makes are very fashionable with the diaper crowd. This was her second event at Circle ME. Both events were very successful for her which encouraged her to host an open house for her new business, The Sleepy Sheep.

At the open house for The Sleepy Sheep Sara will be selling her most popular products wool diaper covers and Lamblegs, leg warmers for babies. She will also be debuting her new products binky clips and fitted diapers. For more information about Sara and her products check out her facebook page…search for The Sleepy Sheep.

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Brooke Campbell, right, at CircleME.

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Sara Reckling, with her Sleepy Sheep and wool diaper covers display.

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Sara's diaper covers.

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Elmwood Public Library had an open house to say good bye to Cindy Mumford and welcoming Alicia Graybill. Cindy's fan club of teenagers and fellow book lovers came to see her. Alicia was on hand to get to know her patrons. They will soon become fast friends with Alicia.

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Alicia Graybill, the new librarian, really enjoys her job! She has many fun things planned for the library. Stop in and visit with her...she'll tell you all about it!

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Angelica and Gloria Romero came to the library to enjoy the open house.

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Cindy Mumford's fan club greeted her at the door.

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The kids asked Cindy for one more story.

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Cindy picked up the nearest book, When I Grow Up, by Weird Al Yankovic. It was very appropriate.

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Seniors, Mary Houston and Lizzy Pegler, grew up with Cindy as their librarian. The kids will all miss her but are looking forward to the new adventures at the library with Alicia.

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Kimberly Bracken, Angie Houston, Jessica Brockhoff, and Cody Brown listen attentively.

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The End...yet a new beginning for Cindy and Alicia.

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Mark Sheldon was the life of the party.

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Kelly and Nora Green supplies the cakes for the event. Josh Sheldon was grateful.

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DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER at the Lofte

The Lofte Community Theatre in Manley announces the opening of its fall farce, "Don't Dress For Dinner," on Friday, October 15. The fast-paced script by Robin Hawdon sees Bernard carefully preparing a romantic weekend in the country with his mistress. His wife is off to visit her mother, a gourmet chef has been hired to cater the evening and Bernard's friend will provide the alibi. What could possibly go wrong? As is in every scripted farce, the audience is soon witness to a combination of misunderstandings, fibs and impossible situations. Lofte Artistic Director Kevin Colbert produced this show during Mahoney State Park's winter season several years ago where it still holds the record for highest attendance.

Kevin Colbert both directs and plays the lead in the Lofte production. The play also stars Shari Hoelker and Doug Rothgeb of Omaha, Renae Koehler of Firth, Kevin Holdorf of Manley and newcomer Toni Santee of Plattsmouth. Production dates are October 15-16, 21-23 and 27-30. Thursday through Saturday curtain times are 7:30pm. Sunday shows are 2pm matinees. General Admission tickets are $17 and can be purchased either online at wwww.Lofte.com or by calling the box office (402) 234-2553.

The Lofte is holding a special fundraising event in conjunction with this production. From October 27-30, audience members will have the opportunity to come early and have a dinner theater experience right on stage! A cordon bleu menu has been specifically designed to match the gourmet meal in "Don't Dress For Dinner." The cost is $25 in addition to the show ticket and advance reservations are required. Those who are interested should call the box office with questions.

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Photo: Toni Santee, Shari Hoelker, Kevin Colbert, Doug Rothgeb, Kevin Holdorf, Renae Koehler

The Punkin Patch is Ripe for the Pickin'!

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Johnny and Carae Oehlerking opened the Punkin Patch for the season recently. There are pumpkins, gourds, ornamental corn, flowers, and fun activities for the kids.

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A wagon caravan of pumpkins.

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Gourds, gourds, everywhere!

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Cornstalks and cutouts are all over.

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Crafts and flowers are available.

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Ornamental corn.

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The supply of pumpkins is good for now but it is limited. Pumpkins are in short supply this year all over the country. We are lucky that our local growers had some success. Don't put it off though...get out to the Punkin Patch and get your pumpkin for carving!

Celebrate Halloween at Art Chicks

Lil Witches Party October 22 Saturday 2:30 Seating
Gather your little ones and head to the very special seating on October 22, 2011. By request, we have created one special seating for girls under age 16! A spirited decore will surround you and your little witches. We will decorate brooms, dance under the moon and salute the power of Eve. Everyone will be enchanted by the delicious meal and dessert.

Grande Witches Party October 29 Saturday Witches Brew Party 11:30, 1:00, and 2:30 Seating
October 29, 2011 will be the older witches turn to celebrate the celestial Hallow's Eve! We have three seatings planned to accomodate all our covens. Bring your broom to decorate and use in our broom ceremony. The cauldron will be boiling and ready for potions sent to the power of Eve. All the gift shops will be open as well as new items in the flea market. Don't miss this special day where you can dress like the witch you have always dreamed of being!
Call Art Chicks at 402-234-2669 to reserve your covens table today!

Find out the fate of patrons who have not returned their items to the Plattsmouth library....

Visit the haunted library jail on Saturday, October 29th from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Auditorium for our Halloween party. We will be making "Cemetery Cups" with cookie tombstones, gummy worms, and devilish pudding to enjoy with our "Rotten Apple Punch". We will also be playing games and enjoying spooky storytime with those brave souls who dare to enter. Bring your "Get Out of Jail Free" card, you may need it to be able to go home. The party is for free for kids in Preschool to 4th grade. Registration is preferred, but not required. Please call the library at 402 296 4154 to make reservations for this howling good time! Kirsten WoodChildren's LibrarianPlattsmouth Public Library402-296-4154

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