Elmwood Nebraska News - December 21, 2022

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 Mandatory Water Restrictions for residents that reside in Elmwood Village limits. Effective Immediately!

Odd addresses can water Monday & Thursday Even addresses can water Tuesday & Friday

If you are caught watering on a day that isn't your specified day you will be fined $50 for breaking the mandatory water restrictions. This will be in effect until further notice.

Track Santa by NORAD

Video Magnifier for the Blind Available at Elmwood Library

Are you, or do you now someone who is visually impaired and needs assistance to read books, correspondence, newspapers or other media? Well, the Elmwood Public Library might be your ticket!

The Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (NCVBI) recently gifted the library with an ONYX Deskset Video Magnifier. The unit uses a camera which is attached to an adjustable arm. The arm broadcasts images of papers, books or even the user himself to a large view screen. “It’s very simple to use,” says librarian Anne Pope. “You literally turn it on and use the handheld control to zoom in or out, add reading lines or adjust coloring. There are so many features that I haven’t even played with, but I’m sure there are many in the community that will find it very useful.”

The video magnifier is installed at the Elmwood Public Library and may be used by anyone in the community during regular business hours.

Photo: Librarian Anne Pope demonstrates how easy it is to use the new video magnifier.

The Elmwood Library serves the areas of Elmwood, Murdock, and Eagle.

It’s open Monday through Thursday and Saturday mornings as well.

 Elmwood Library Hours

Monday:  3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Tuesday:  2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday:  2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Thursday:  10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Saturday:  10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Easy Library Links

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

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

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 The Elmwood Community Center has a giving tree outside the building this year.

Stop by and grab a snowflake or ornament and purchase a dry good or two that will help us with our budget. We truly appreciate all the support the community gives us.

While you're there, sign up to eat lunch with us eat in or take out. You won't be disappointed.

ITEMS LISTED BELOW
PAPER TOWELS
ZIP LOC SANDWICH AND GALLON BAGS
CANNED NORTHERN, CANNALONI, YELLOW GREEN BEANS, NAVY BEANS
BUTTER CREAM, CREAM CHEESE AND CHOC. FROSTING
BEEF AND CHICKEN STOCK,BROTH
SUGAR, FLOUR, BROWN SUGAR,
COFFEE
Gift cards to Super Saver, Aldi, Hyvee

We invite you to become one of the founding members of the ECF. As an added benefit, if you submit your dues from November 29, 2022, through January 5, 2023, a portion of your donation will be eligible for Midlands Community Foundation’s matching funds. This will enable us to accomplish several goals in 2023:

• Update the Learning Center bathroom to be ADA compliant

• Secure renovation plans for the future of the Learning Center

• Start interior renovations of the Learning Center

• Add Community Programming for patrons

• Increase grant opportunities for local nonprofits

The 2023 goals will add to the accomplishments we were able to achieve during the past year as a result of generous gifts to the ECF:

• Added heating & air conditioning to the Learning Center

• Provided programming for community patrons

• Offered $1,000 in grants to other nonprofits in the community

All members will receive a 2023 Elmwood Community calendar and a copy of our online newsletter. In addition, all membership donations are 100% tax deductible.

Become a Friend of the Foundation Today!

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Living Nativity 2022

This past weekend almost 500 people toured the Living Nativity and learned about the true meaning of Christmas. What a blessing! The word is spreading, and new family traditions are being created. 

Often the cats lay with the Baby Jesus in the manger. 

Three, maybe four baby goats were born last week at the Living Nativity. Stop by and learn how people are like goats, and how we can learn a lesson through the goats in the Nativity. 

For the past two years, musicians have volunteered their talents for the visitors. 

Elmwood Rescue Squad Recruiting

We are actively recruiting individuals to join our active EMS department! Requirements to Join? 18 years or older and live within the Elmwood Rescue District (photo attached).
We are hosting an EMT class coming up in January right here at the Elmwood Fire Station.

Flyer is attached below for the details.
We offer a ride-along program. This allows you to ride along with the ambulance to see what we do as EMS professionals.

We also provide tuition reimbursement after completion of the EMT class and once you get your state EMT license.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us!

Below is the service area for the Elmwood Rescue 

**This EMT class is open to anyone who wants to obtain their EMT**

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

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Sunday School 9:00 am September-May

Morning Worship 10:00 am

Live on Elmwood Christian Church Facebook Page.

Pastor: Mark L. Sewell 

Village Updates

 Village Board Meeting

Board meetings are open to the public and are held every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.

The meetings are held at the new Village Board office located at the Learning Center on the south side of town. 

Official agendas are posted the day before at the Post Office, Gas Station, and Village Office. Prior to the posting of the agenda, meeting items can be added to the meeting. At the end of each meeting is a Public Comment Section. Attendees have three minutes to speak about anything at this time. Further discussion on the topic can then be added to the next board meeting.  

The agenda is posted at the Elmwood C-Store, the post office, and the Village office.

Minutes can be viewed at the Village office or can be found online.

ELMWOOD VILLAGE BOARD MINUTES

Wouldn't it be amazing if the board meetings were FULL every time? This is your opportunity to be involved, be "in the know" and learn how to influence how your community grows, how improvements can be made, and how you can participate in the steps needed to MAKE IT HAPPEN.

Village Office Hours

Monday - Thursday

8 am - 12:00 pm

1:00 pm  - 4:30 pm

Friday CLOSED 

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.

Elmwood #LittleFreePantry

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

NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS

Online services are available on their Facebook page.

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

Elmwood C Store
402-994-3305

Area News    

Job opportunity:

Applications are now being accepted for the position of 4-H Extension Assistant at the Nebraska Extension - Cass County Office in Weeping Water. This is a full-time County paid position, with some night and weekend hours required. Benefits include Health, Retirement, Vacation, Sick, and Holidays. Hourly rate will start at $17.

Position description including responsibilities required skills, and preferred experiences available online on the Cass Extension homepage https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/cass/

Submit cover letter and resume to the Cass County Extension Office by Sunday, January 15th. Applications can be mailed to Cass County Extension 8400 144th St Suite 100 Weeping Water, NE 68463 or emailed to lstohlmann2@unl.edu. References will be requested after further review.

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 Louisville Food Pantry

OPEN: every Thursday, 6:00-7:00 pm
LOCATION: 304 Main Street, Louisville

Please come and pick up what you need for your household or a friend’s.
We have canned goods, boxed meals, breakfast items, frozen meats, bread, eggs, baking ingredients, cleaning supplies, personal care items, diapers, and wipes. 

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