Elmwood Newsletter - November 9, 2011

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NO SCHOOL ON THURSDAY!!!

Are you beginning to wonder if they ever have school? But it is for a really good reason!

Elmwood Murdock High School volleyball team will play on Thursday 11-10-2011 at 12:30 vs. Lutheran High NE at Hastings High School.

Elmwood Murdock will NOT have school on Thursday 11-10-2011 so students and patrons can attend the game. (if they win they will play in Grand Island at 6:30 Friday night. School will dismiss at 1:30 for the elementary and 1:45 for jr/sr high school.)

2011 Veterans Day Message
Elmwood American Legion Post 247
As we commemorate Veterans Day this year – the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month - our hearts are filled with the feelings of thankfulness and respect as we are reminded of the purpose of this day – a celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. We again have an opportunity to reflect on the legacy of dedication and valor as well as the selfless service of all American military members. Through their service and sacrifice, and in many cases blood and their lives, in times of war and peace alike, they have served with courage and distinction in the face of tremendous adversity and given us the opportunity to live in the greatest nation on earth.

Fewer than 10 percent of Americans can claim the title of “veteran.” For them there is a special bond, unlike any other kind bond, no matter when or where they served. For the most part, 99.9% of them will tell you that nothing they have done will ever eclipse their military service – regardless of how many decades have passed and subsequent achievements reached. Our men and women in uniform are bearers of a proud military tradition and we remember them all - warriors past and present – and express our deepest gratitude for the many sacrifices they have made and are continuing to make each and every day. There will be reminders all around us today – ceremonies at the school, flags flying in yards and at the cemetery as you head north out of Elmwood, speeches by government officials on television – reminders for us to pause, remember, and be grateful. In reality, we can all honor and show support by simply saying “thank you” to the next veteran we meet.

God bless our veterans and current military members and God bless the United States of America.
Elmwood American Legion Post 247

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Salute to Veterans at the Lofte

The Lofte Community Theatre in Manley will be hosting a Salute to Veterans concert on Sunday, November 13 at 2pm. This event is free and open to the public.

The United States Air Force Heartland of America Band, The Noteables, is the squadron's dynamic "little big band." This sleek, vibrant jazz ensemble presents exciting, uplifting music inspiring audiences to increased patriotism. The group also shares stirring accounts of the bravery and self-sacrifice of our expeditionary Airmen serving around the globe. The Noteables have appeared in concert and on national television with Bob Hope, jazz trumpeter Bobby Shew, composer/arranger Frank Mantooth, former Tonight Show band leader Doc Severinsen, pop singer Lee Greenwood and trombonist Wycliffe Gordon.

The Noteables honorably represent more than 325,000 Air Force professionals around the world who diligently watch over the skies protecting and defending all those who cherish freedom. We hope you afford us the opportunity to share the messages of excellence, sacrifice, courage and commitment of our brave men and women...the deployed Airmen of the United States Air Force.

The Lofte is located just east of the intersection of Hwy 1 and Hwy 50 in cass County. The Weeping Water Color Guard from American Legion Post #237 will present our nation's colors. The concert will last approximately one hour. Everyone is invited to bring their favorite Veteran, friends and family to this special patriotic event.

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Brothers Grimm Tale at the Old Avoca, Nebraska Schoolhouse - Avoca, NE

Greenblatt & Seay and Friends will be performing an original, zany, musical version of "Bremen Town Musicians". This ancient tale, collected by the Brothers Grimm, tell the story of four aging animal: (a dog, a cat, a donkey, and a rooster), and how they found each other (after being discarded by their owners for being too old), and decided to form a band. This family-friendly version features clever narration, lively vocals, and the added textures of guitar, harmonica, 5-string viola, and some suprises. Join in on the fun on Sunday, November 13, at 2:30 PM, downstairs in the Old Avoca, Nebraska Schoolhouse, in Avoca, Nebraska. The performance will be followed by refreshments, and the opportunity to have a jam session with the cast of "Bremen Town Musicians". Admission is $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for students & seniors, and $1.00 for children. For more information, call 402-275-3221, log on to www.greenblattandseay.com, or e-mail debby@greenblattandseay.com

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ELMWOOD LIBRARY - BIG NEWS!!

Every first and third Monday of the month (November 7 and 21), Elmwood Public Library holds Preschool Storytime for children 5 and under. From 10-10:30 a.m., a library staff member reads stories, leads kids in songs and fingerplays on a specific theme. Our themes for November are: Food and Manners.

Every second and fourth Monday of the month (November 14 and 28), Elmwood Public Library holds Sleepytime stories for children 8 and under. From 7-7:30 p.m., a library staff member reads stories, leads kids in songs and fingerplays on a specific theme. Our themes for November are: Teddy bears and Night-time.

On Monday, November 14, at 5:30 p.m., Elmwood Public Library will have a guest speaker doing a program called "Hands On Herps." Pam will bring in snakes and other critters to share some interesting information about them.

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PRAY FOR CHANGE

Miss Taylor Kupke is a freshman at Elmwood Murdock. She decided that she wanted to make a difference and do something she is passionate about...helping people. So she started Pray for Change. This is an organization that collects clothing and distributes it to people in need. The Elmwood Murdock FCCLA and Trinity Lutheran Church is helping Taylor. She has also enlisted the help of Lamarr Womble. Lamarr first came to Elmwood Murdock a few years ago as a motivational speaker. And boy, has he motivated! Lamarr is an admissions counselor at UNO by day and a motivational speaker all the time. His organization is called Passion 4 Leadership, or P4L for short.

P4L's mission is to deliver a message that empowers students to develop and prepare personally and professionally to live and lead with passion by keeping reality and the future in mind through workshops and motivational communications. Lamarr keeps in touch with the kids via facebook and he encourages Taylor in her dream.

If you would like to help Taylor please contact her through email, tjak97@yahoo.com If you would like more information about P4L's mission check out the website at www.passionforleadership.org.

Taylors clothes

This is the first box of clothes Taylor collected...from her own closet.

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Taylor and Lamarr

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While you are Praying for Change for Taylor's project say a prayer for change for me, too. Shannon Josoff at Josoff's Fitness Center has finally talked me into joining the gym. She's had it open for a year now and I think about it a lot. Apparently I've run out of excuses or I'm just at a weak point but I agreed. I'm excited to work out at the gym and started on Monday. I tried all the treadmills, the elliptical, and the rowing machine for 5 minutes each. But there are three treadmills so that is 15 minutes! I know that is a slow start but at least it is a start. I really liked the rowing machine and Shannon warned me that it works all of your muscles so it is a great work out. I'm sure since I liked it that I must be doing it wrong. Next I'm going to shoot for 10 minutes! Shannon has two televisions on the wall in front of the treadmills so that helps to pass the time. I couldn't do it if I were just staring at the wall. She's going to show me how to use the weight machines next. I'll keep you updated on my progress. I want to lose weight but more importantly I want to feel good so I'm going to rate my progress on how good I feel and how good I feel about myself. I'll use a scale of 1 to 100. At the beginning of this journey I'm feeling like a 4. Prior to joining the gym I was at a 1 so already I'm making progress. There is not place to go but up!

If you have a favorite work out or advice for me let me know! I love to hear about other people's progress.

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