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Happy New Year from the American Exchange Bank 

 I just happened to go to the bank during "ugly sweater" day and was not disappointed. What fun!!

They were all gracious enough to pose for a group photo, not just once or twice, but multiple times so we could get the perfect one with everyone in the pic for posterity.     

Share your Holiday and New Years photos?

Did you have anyone visit from out of town? A house full?

We did! Eleven people and a total of five dogs came to visit, so if you saw the house rocking this past weekend it was us. David came in from Virginia and Jen and her family from Indiana. Grandbabies, "grandpuppies", wrapping paper, good food, laughs, smiles and love. Yes, the babies below are my twin Grandbabies and it's a selfish plug. 

What are your plans for 2018? Is your calendar filling up fast already?

Let's make the Elmwood website a resource for people to go to in 2018. For that, I need your help.

Seriously, I need your help!

How do people find out what is going on in town and the surrounding area? They go to the town website. What activities are happening? This is what I need for the upcoming year

• Church Times of Service, dinners, meetings, Bible study
• Baseball sign updates
• Softball sign updates
• Game Schedules
• Business special events or Open Houses
• 4-H meeting dates (photos from meetings)
• School Accomplishments (high school, college)
• Alumni News
• Holiday Events & photos (Valentines Day, St Patricks Day, Easter)

Let's celebrate the accomplishments and unique news of our community. Do you know someone, a former student or current Elmwood resident who is doing something unique or interesting? Maybe they live in another part of the world? Maybe you know someone who wrote a book? Is doing a college internship internationally. 

SEND ME THE NEWS with PHOTOS to editor@elmwoodnebraska.com 

 IT’S MOVIE TIME!

Elementary school students are invited to see a movie at the library on their day off from school.

On Thursday, December 28th we will be showing “SING!” at 11:30.

We will provide a drink and a snack and the movie will be finished by 1:30 with 

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

Bess Streeter Aldrich House and Museum

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 

 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

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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