Elmwood News - June 10, 2020

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Elmwood-Murdock Garage Sales

THIS FRIDAY & SATURDAY!!!

Friends, has COVID 19 got you doing some extra cleaning and purging?

Don't have enough stuff or live far out of the villages, how about you partner up with a friend or family member.

Maps have been created but that doesn't mean you can't have a garage sale.

People will be in town, wanting to shop, looking for deals, and to take away your EXTRA STUFF!

Successful Opening of the Farmers Market

The first Saturday of the Elmwood Farmers Market was a success!! 

There were six vendors that had everything from vegetable plants, herbs, and lettuce to plant in your garden and container planting, to breakfast carnitas.

Three vendors were new, Mother Spice came from Ashland and she had heirloom tomatoes, started cucumbers, watermelon, and a whole range of locally grown, locally raised plants.

Ashland is NOT having a Farmers Market this summer, so Carla and her daughter (visiting from Oregon) decided to make a trip to a small Nebraska town she had not visited.

Joe was there with his daughter selling his wife's amazing greeting cards. They SOLD out, so she will be busy this week.

Only $3.00/card. Have you priced greeting cards in the store? What a bargain and you are supporting local.

Gretchen and her sister, who came from Minnesota, had cookies and lemonade, they only had one bag of cookies left at the end of the morning.

I brought my dried herbs, blueberry muffins, and of course Jalapeno Jelly.

Something new this year is the Poultry seasoning, which smells amazing and almost sold out. 

We still need vendors. More vendors attract more people. More people mean more vendors, more vendors mean more variety!!

More variety means you can do more of your shopping local instead of the "box" stores. 

Join our Facebook group and stay up to date on who will be showcasing their produce, baked goods, and other items. Ask if anyone is bringing eggs, honey, cinnamon rolls. 

We are NEEDING a Produce Vendor

What does this mean? This is a person who makes a "farmers market" distributor run to pick up produce from "truck farm" wholesalers and then sell it at the Elmwood Farmers Market.

Not everything is in season from our local gardens, but larger produce farms in Nebraska have greenhouses and then route in-season vegetables from other states, Kansas, Oklahoma, etc. 

It may not be grown in Elmwood, but it is US and Midwest grown so customers are still buying fresher than in the grocery stores. 

We had requests for tomatoes, peppers, and other vegetables.

If you can commit to every Saturday this summer you WILL have customers.

The Elmwood Library is open again. Regular hours with just a few adjustments for social distancing.

Easy Library Links

Online Card Catalog https://elmwoodpubliclibrary.follettdestiny.com/ 

Libby Library App https://help.libbyapp.com/index.htm

 NebraskAccess

Reminder, if you’re leery to go out, but need something to read, try either the Libby or Overdrive app. Use your card # and the PIN number (streeter) to see available titles online.

It's easy to get a library card and borrowing electronic books can be done on your tablet or Kindle. It's an easier process. Anyone can be a library member. Even if you live in another town or state. Did you grow up here and want access to thousands of free books. 

It's just $10.00. Really. When you are visiting stop by and find out how to become a member. 

Access digital media! Audiobooks, eBooks, magazines! There's a new library app called, "Libby" to help you with all of your things. Works much easier than OverDrive! Try it out on your phone, computer or other device today!

 Spread the word about the Elmwood Public Library!

Visit the Overdrive website for more information on checking out electronic books and media. 
www.help.overdrive.com  

Monday, June 15

1p.m. - 6 p.m.

Elmwood Fire Hall

All those who come to give through May 31 will receive a special Red Cross T-shirt by mail, while supplies last. And thanks to Amazon, all those who come to give June 1-30 will receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card via email.*

The American Red Cross has an urgent need for blood donations to prevent another blood shortage as hospitals resume surgical procedures and patient treatments that were temporarily paused earlier this spring in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Elmwood

Blood drive safety precautions

Each Red Cross blood drive and donation center follows the highest standards of safety and infection control, and additional precautions – including temperature checks, social distancing, and face coverings for donors and staff – have been implemented to ensure the health of all those in attendance.

Donors are asked to schedule an appointment prior to arriving at the drive and are required to wear a face-covering or mask while at the drive, in alignment with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention public guidance.

Bits & Pieces will open with modified hours this week (Tues/Wed, 9 to 12, and Thurs./Fri/Sat, 9 to 4)

Although no appointments are necessary this week, please be patient with us as we are trying to limit customers to no more than 8-10 at a time.

Masks are required. If you do not have one, you may purchase one for $3. When you arrive, please apply our hand sanitizer and continue social distancing while you shop. Thank you.

It's Official.

Bits & Pieces has been in business for 25 years!!

Because of amazing customers, generous donators, many volunteers, a faithful church family at Elmwood Christian Church, and a GOD who helped us recognize that a church fire was a beginning, not an end. And yes, it does take a village.

Thank you for all the support over the years.

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Elmwood -Murdock Area

Cancellations, Postponements, Modifications

4th of July Celebration - Parade, watermelon fest, luncheon are CANCELLED this year

 Community Center - sack lunches provided, other activities canceled

Trinity Lutheran Church (Murdock) - two Divine services with social distancing 8:30 & 10:30 am

Contact Pastor Kuhlman via text, email or phone call (402-867-4048 / kuhlman.brent@gmail.com) for a seating assignment.

St. Paul United Methodist Church - in-person services CANCELLED, ONLINE SERVICES live on Facebook 

Elmwood Christian Church

Virtual Sunday Services via Zoom. Stay in touch with your congregational members.

Come on in at 9:30 am for some socializing and catching up.

Service starts at 10:00 am

Nebraska Phase 2 Health Guidelines starting June 1, 2020

I want to thank everyone for their cooperation during this difficult time with Coronavirus in our state and nation. On May 21st, Governor Ricketts outlined relaxed restrictions starting June 1st for most of Nebraska. The exceptions are the counties of Hall, Hamilton, Merrick, and Dakota.

A summary of the high points follows:

Limited contact team sports, including baseball, softball, volleyball, and rodeo may begin practices on June 1st, and begin competitions on June 18,, 2020.

Bars and Restaurants may open at 50% of rated capacity, with appropriate group size and group spacing.

General gatherings are limited to the greater of 25 people or 25% of rated capacity, with larger venues submitting reopening plans to local health departments for approval. Our local health department is Sarpy/Cass Health, at 701 Olson Dr #101, Papillion, NE 68046, 402-339-4334.

Gyms, Fitness Centers, Salons, Barber Shops, Massage Therapy, Tattoo Parlors, Wedding and Funeral Reception venues may hold the greater of 25 people or 50% of their rated capacity. Six-foot social distancing and other specific requirements apply to each of these venues.

Summer is the season for parades in Cass and Sarpy County. Unfortunately, parades where the public line the streets are prohibited through at least June 30th, and perhaps longer. Parades where patrons remain in vehicles and the public does not line the streets are allowed.

State park camping season has begun. However, through June 30th, the largest state parks, including Louisville SRA, allow RV-only camping by reservation only. Other state parks will allow first-come-first-serve tent camping with groups of no larger than 8 spaced 25 feet apart. Beaches and park showers will be closed. For more specific information, please visit www.outdoornebraska.gov

To learn more about these Phase 2 restrictions as they apply to your specific interest, please visit dhhs.ne.gov click on the “LEARN” link, and then “Directed Health Measures” to access Phase 2 Outline of Changes. The Directed Health Measure (DHM) documents for each county are also available on this page. 
Visit nema.nebraska.gov/news for broader statewide information and updates.

If you think you need a COVID-19 test or just want to participate, go to TestNebraska.com for a survey. Health officials will contact you if testing needs to occur. The survey only takes a couple of minutes and is used for test site planning purposes.

Please consider helping area food pantries that are under pressure to provide food for those in need. The number one item in demand is milk but some pantries do not have the needed refrigeration capacity for perishables.

The Alliance for the Future of Agriculture in Nebraska (AFAN) created a fund that will give $4,000 to a local pantry for the purchase of additional refrigeration space. If you are interested in contributing or know a local food pantry who would like to apply, please visit www.becomefan.org or call 402-421-4472 for more information.

I know this is a tough time in Nebraska, but I am encouraged to see some “light at the end of the tunnel” as restrictions are loosened around the state, and life begins to slowly return to normal. I would like to express my deepest sympathy for those who have been affected by this crisis. May God bless you and your families during this time.

Should you need assistance or have questions, feel free to contact my office at 402­471­2613 or email me at rclements@leg.ne.gov.

Nebraska DHHS COVID-19 Information Line is open 8 am-8 pm 7 days a week: 402-552-6645

Omaha Metro Area COVID-19 Information Line is open 8:30 am-4 pm 7 days a week: 402-444-3400

For the most up-to-date information on Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), please click here.

The lastest COVID-19 information can be found on the Sarpy/Cass County Health Website

National Coronavirus Update: Question and Answers

 Elmwood Village Board & Office

Dear Village of Elmwood:

The Village office is temporarily closed while we are in the process of welcoming a new Village Clerk. We are available by appointment only or phone.

Please leave a voicemail and someone will call you back by the next business day.

Village Office: 402-994-6705

Village Maintenance Supervisor Curtis Kabenes: 402-440-9095

Board Chair Miki Bruns: 402-994-2770

Board Member Becky Kicak: 402-217-1970 

We apologize for the inconvenience.

Your Village Board

Virtual meeting for members of the public.

We will NOT be allowing members of the public into the meeting.

They can call or stream the meeting with this link. It will be active at 7:00 pm on the first and 3rd Wednesdays of the month.

https:us02web.zoom.us/j/8346584962 

Mtg ID: 834 658 4962

Dial- In Option 1 312-626-6799

If someone wishes to see the packet of information you can call or email and they will have it ready.

villageofelmwood@msn.com or 402-994-6705

 Take It Or Leave It Pantry

The free pantry is here to serve our community. It is for neighbors helping neighbors. Take what you need or leave what you can.

Those who wish to contribute may do so at their discretion when convenient.  If the box if full please bring your items back later. So what should you contribute? During this coronavirus situation, there will be an increased need for healthy snack items for kids. Obviously items like toilet paper, sanitizer may be needed by many. 

Please avoid harsh strong-smelling chemicals that may transfer to food items. 

Here are some ideas that may be useful:

• Pasta
• Canned or boxed pasta (macaroni & cheese is popular)
• Canned soup
• Granola bars
• Fruit snacks
• Dry pasta
• Spaghetti sauce
• Dry soup mixes
• Canned meat (chicken, tuna etc)
• Boxed prepared meal kits (hamburger helper etc)

Elmwood #LittleFreePantry

The Little Free Pantry is located between Hufstader Chiropractor, the Elmwood Meat Market, and the Village Hall.

To learn more about the program and find Little Free Pantry in your area visit their WEBSITE

Elmwood Volunteer Fire Department

The Elmwood Fire Department took a tip from Murdock and is volunteering to shop for those who need to stay at home due to age or are immune suppressed. 

Send your updates, announcements, and photos of the events, at editor@elmwoodnebraska.com

   Don't forget to send me your news 

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

Elmwood C Store
402-994-3305

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Area News    

For the Love of Junk is now OPEN every Saturday in June. Get your shopping fix and find some treasures.

Closed Pool Updates and News

Eagle and Weeping Water Pools will NOT be open this SUMMER. 

Eagle Farmers Market

Opens May 28th at 4 pm to 6:30 pm at 5th and Hwy 34.

Every Thursday thru Sept 3.

Anyone wishing to set up a booth for a month or more can contact Trisha.

$5/month or $10 for the summer 

CORNHUSKER COUNTRY MUSIC THEATER
211 Main St.
Louisville, NE
68037

Are you anxious to get back to some good ol' country music! We sure are!

We know you want to be safe and others do. too. Not only yourself but also for others, please be aware that social-distancing and the wearing of masks will be MANDATORY in our small theater for the time being. Thank you for understanding.

Saturday, June 13, 2020, 7:30 p.m., Kali Indiana, $4 admission

Sunday, June 14, 2020, 1 p.m., bring your instrument for the free JAM SESSION,

Saturday, June 27, 7:30 p.m., Silver Wings, $4 Admission

Free admittance for kids under 13.

For more information, call 800-480-8797, ext. 211, and leave a message or email cornhuskercountrymusic@gmail.com.

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Small Business Survival Kit

If you are open for business in local community, please submit your business information here 
(there is no charge for being listed)

 

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 www.CassLocal.com - Small Business Survival Kit ( Click Here )

A major goal for the CassLocal.com project, was to make small business support as convenient as possible. If you have a small business, you know that job one, is to make your businesses as simple, and convenient as possible to interact with.

The Corona $1200 checks, are starting to arrive this week. We know that some fortunate Nebraskans are not desperate and might consider helping struggling small businesses, Churches and Non-Profit organizations with a donation or better yet buying Gift Cards. We encourage restaurants, bars, basically any small businesses to get a Gift Card account from companies like Square. This is a convenient way for fortunate Nebraskan's to inject life saving cash into the business, in echange for Goods and Services later when the storm passes. None of this is possible, unless you add your business or Organization to www.CassLocal.com free. Any questions? TEXT VM/402-968-0821