Murray Newsletter - September 20, 2023
First Day of Autumn Officially Starts Saturday, September 23, 2023.
Celebrate Nebraska’s 2023 Book Award Winners
Celebrate Nebraska’s 2023 Book Award winners with author readings and an awards presentation ceremony at the Nebraska Center for the Book’s Celebration of Nebraska Books. Held at the UNL City Campus Union on October 14th, winners of the 2023 Nebraska Book Awards will be honored and the celebration will include readings by some of the winning authors, designers and illustrators of books with a Nebraska connection published in 2022. And the winners are:
Children’s Design: Eat Your Woolly Mammoths! By James Solheim. Publisher: Greenwillow Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers.
Children’s Nonfiction: Eat Your Woolly Mammoths! By James Solheim. Publisher: Greenwillow Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers.
Young Adult: Scattered Showers by Rainbow Rowell. Publisher: Wednesday Books, St. Martin’s Publishing Group.
Design: Feeding the Fire by Twyla Hansen. Publisher: Wayne State College Press.
Illustration: The Rowdy Randy Wild West Show by Casey Day Rislov, illustrated by Zachary Pullen. Publisher: Mountain Stars Press.
Fiction: Private Way by Ladette Randolph. Publisher: University of Nebraska Press.
Nonfiction Autobiography: Monkey on the Other Side of the Window: The True Story of the Northeast Nebraska Zoo in Royal, Nebraska by Dick Haskin. Publisher: Morris Publishing.
Nonfiction Biography: The Women Who Built Omaha: A Bold and Remarkable History by Eileen Wirth. Publisher: Bison Books.
Nonfiction Fellowship: From Your Friend, Carey Dean: Letters from Nebraska’s Death Row by Lisa Knopp. Publisher: Cascade Books.
Nonfiction History: Standing Bear’s Quest for Freedom: The First Civil Rights Victory for Native Americans by Lawrence A. Dwyer. Publisher: Bison Books.
Nonfiction Nebraska as Place: Nourishing Waters, Comforting Sky: Thirty-Five Years at a Sandhills Oasis by Stephen R. Jones. Publisher: Bison Books.
Nonfiction Solidarity: Dirt Persuasion: Civic Environmental Populism and the Heartland’s Pipeline Fight by Derek Moscato. Publisher: University of Nebraska Press.
Poetry: A Crazy Little Thing by Lucy Adkins. Publisher: Wayne State College Press.
Poetry Honor: Cord Blood by Bonnie Johnson-Bartee. Publisher: Sandhills Press.
The Celebration of Nebraska Books, on October 14th, will also honor winners of the 2023 Jane Geske and Mildred Bennett awards. The Mildred Bennett Award recognizes individuals who have made a significant contribution to fostering the literary tradition in Nebraska, reminding us of the literary and intellectual heritage that enriches our lives and molds our world. The Jane Geske Award is presented to a Nebraska organization for exceptional contribution to literacy, books, reading, libraries, or literature in Nebraska. It commemorates Geske’s passion for books, and was established in recognition of her contributions to the well-being of the libraries of Nebraska.
The 2023 One Book One Nebraska selection, The Mystery of Hunting’s End by Mignon Eberhart (Bison Books, 1998) will be featured in a keynote presentation. The introduction of the 2024 One Book One Nebraska book choice will conclude the festivities.
The Celebration of Nebraska Books is sponsored by Nebraska Center for the Book and the Nebraska Library Commission, with support from History Nebraska’s Nebraska History Museum. Humanities Nebraska provides support for One Book One Nebraska. The Nebraska Center for the Book is housed at the Nebraska Library Commission and brings together the state’s readers, writers, booksellers, librarians, publishers, printers, educators, and scholars to build the community of the book, supporting programs to celebrate and stimulate public interest in books, reading, and the written word. The Nebraska Center for the Book is supported by the national Center for the Book in the Library of Congress and the Nebraska Library Commission.
As the state library agency, the Nebraska Library Commission is an advocate for the library and information needs of all Nebraskans. The mission of the Library Commission is statewide promotion, development, and coordination of library and information services, “bringing together people and information.”
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The most up-to-date news releases from the Nebraska Library Commission are always available on the Library Commission website, http://nlc.nebraska.gov/publications/newsreleases.
Local individuals are trying to take over the hall for personal gain. Some want it for an office, some want it for apartments and storage, some want it for their friends to use it and free utilities.
World War I broke out in Europe in 1914. The United States was not involved until 1915 until a cargo ship, Lusitania, was sunk and 100 Americans were killed. In 1917 Congress decided to enter the war after numerous attempts for peace were made.
The community of Union united with parades, bonds, and funding. Union servicemen were volunteers and draftees. November 11, 1918 the war ended.
The American Legion was founded in 1919. The Union post was organized in 1940. Many of the charter members still have relatives in this area. The list is on a plaque in the hall. Robert Bernard Roddy lost his life during the war.
The hall was purchased in 1943 from Nina Upton through a contract and fundraisers. Many improvements have been made throughout the years and should be appreciated.
Now we need your help. Individuals have been breaking into the building and trying to drive us out. The only way to stop this is by installing a commercial door and frame. Any amount would greatly be appreciated. We really do want to keep the building used the way it was meant to be. Checks may be sent to Union American Legion Auxiliary Hall, 104 Main, Union, NE. Thank you!
LET'S GO 'THRIFTING' in OUR CASS COUNTY THRIFT STORES!
Save Money! Recycle! Help Your Cass County Communities!
HAVE FUN!
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BE THE LIGHT THRIFT & GIFT
202 West H St
Weeping Water, NE
SUNDAY: CLOSED
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY: 5 ~ 7
WEDNESDAY: 2 ~ 7
THURSDAY: CLOSED
FRIDAY: CLOSED
SATURDAY: 9 ~ 4
https://www.bethelight402.org/thrift-and-gift
https://www.facebook.com/Bethelightbethevoice/
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BITS & PIECES
158 N 4th
Elmwood, NE
SUNDAY: CLOSED
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY: 9 ~ 4
WEDNESDAY: 9 ~ Noon
THURSDAY: 9 ~ 4
FRIDAY: 9 ~ 5
SATURDAY: 9 ~ 4
402-994-5755
https://www.facebook.com/p/Bits-and-Pieces-and-More-Thrift-Store-100057192261002/
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HOPE'S CLOSET
109 Main St.
Louisville, NE 68037
SUNDAY: CLOSED
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY: Noon ~ 4
WEDNESDAY: Noon ~ 4
THURSDAY: 10 ~ 4
FRIDAY: 10 ~ 4
SATURDAY: 10 ~ 4
402) 234-1444
https://www.facebook.com/hopesclosetlouisville/
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UNDER HIS WINGS
511 Main St.
Plattsmouth, NE
SUNDAY: CLOSED
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY: 10 ~ 5
WEDNESDAY: 10 ~ 5
THURSDAY: 10 ~ 5
FRIDAY: 10 ~ 5
SATURDAY: 10 ~ 2
(402) 802-7115
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054505718837
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MY NEIGHBOR'S CLOSET
(South end of parking lot at Church of the Holy Spirit)
500 S 18th St.
Plattsmouth, NE
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY: CLOSED
WEDNESDAY: CLOSED
*THURSDAY: 10 ~ 2
*FRIDAY: 10 ~ 2
*SATURDAY: 10 ~ 2
402-296-3139
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FOR the LOVE of JUNK
317 4th St
Murdock, NE 68407
OPEN: Usually Saturdays, 9 am ~ 4 pm, or by appointment only
402-297-1360
STOP THINKING ABOUT IT and MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT!
Giving blood year-round is a fantastic way to give that won't cost you a penny and only a minimal amount of your time.
Blood is always in high demand by those with cancer, a chronic disease, sickle cell, or if they've suffered trauma, such as a fall, accident or burn.
Learn more HERE.
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Monday, September 25, 2023
VFW Post 2543 Plattsmouth
510 1st Avenue
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
11:30am - 5:30pm
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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Nebraska Masonic Home
1300 Ave D
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
10am - 4pm
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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Plattsmouth High School
1916 Hwy 34
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
8am - 2pm
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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Louisville High School
202 W 3rd St
Louisville, NE 68037
10a - 4p
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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Weeping Water High School
204 W 'O' St
Weeping Water, NE 68463
Noon - 6p
BIBLE STUDY CLASS at MURRAY CHRISTIAN CHURCH
304 W. YOUNG ST
MURRAY, NE
10 A.M. MOST SUNDAYS, IMMEDIATELY AFTER MORNING SERVICE.
Call church 402-235-2527 or email church2527@windstream.net<;/a> for more information.
Scatter Joy Acres
(Cell) 402-578-6335
4107 Wavery Road
Murray, NE 68409
Conestoga High School's Convenience Corner is collecting hygiene items and foods for easy meals needed throughout the school year such as mac and cheese, Ramen noodles, granola bars, etc.
You may drop off donations on Thursdays between 10 am and 1 pm at Murray Christian Church, 304 W Young Street. Contact the church office, 402-235-2527 or Jessica at 402-297-7254 to make other arrangements. You may also email at church2527@windstream.net for more information.
You may also send items with a high school student or take them to the school.
Your kindness is appreciated!
https://www.teamtobaccofree.org/
All children need a secure place to learn and grow. The ideal place should be in their own home, however many kids are not that fortunate.
In times of neglect or abuse, a child must sometimes be removed from their home at a moment's noticed and placed in a warm, safe place. Kids of all ages, from birth through high school, sometimes need the help of the Child Saving Institute.
CSI helps foster parents and biological families learn the skills they need for a safe, well-cared-for, and loving family life.During this unsettling time of covid-19, the Murray Christian Church is collecting essential cleaning items for the Child Saving Institute.
If you would like to donate, here are some things they could use: Pine Sol, Lysol Disinfectant Spray, sanitizing wipes, latex and powder-free disposable gloves, (L & XL), and hand sanitizer.
Please bring items to Murray Christian Church, 304 W Young St, Murray, NE on Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays, between the hours of 10-2:00. You may call the church ahead of time, 402-235-2527, to be sure someone will be there to assist you.
Thank you for helping to keep these children, (and the CSI staff), healthy and happy!
The Conestoga Backpack Program continues to furnish food to local families in need. The program serves the Murray, Nehawka, Union and Beaver Lake areas in southeast Nebraska, and will not turn anyone away.
Just by adding a few of the items listed below to your shopping list and picking them up, you'll be helping someone in a big way. Keep in mind that some of the children are very young and are possibly 'preparing' their own meals, so easy-to-open containers are a good option for little hands.
Granola bars
Fruit snacks
Dry pasta
Spaghetti sauce
Dry soup mixes
Canned meat (chicken, tuna)
Boxed prepared meal kits (Hamburger Helper, Rice-a-Roni)
Peanut butter
Jelly
Canned fruit and vegetables
Also needed are hygienic supplies, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, cotton swabs, tissues and toilet paper.
To make a monetary donation instead, a check made payable to 'CONESTOGA BACKPACK PROGRAM' may be mailed or deposited at Cornerstone Bank, 102 W Main St, Murray, NE 68409. 100% of all monies collected is used for food and hygienic supplies for the families.
To have the items picked up, call Jill at 402-660-3543 to make arrangements. As another alternative, you may drop them off at Cornerstone Bank in Murray or at their Beaver Lake location.
Your help is greatly appreciated. Thank you!
YOUR HEAD WILL SPIN READING ABOUT ALL THESE EVENTS GOING ON in our NEIGHBORING TOWNS!
Come on over! Sit back or take a spin on our dance floor, enjoying the music every other Saturday evening! This is a family-friendly venue, so bring the kids, too!
CORNHUSKER COUNTRY MUSIC THEATER
211 Main Street
Louisville, NE
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FREE ~ OPEN JAM SESSION
Bring your instrument, your voice or just come and enjoy the fun!
Everyone welcome!
2nd Sunday each month!
NEXT JAM:
Sunday, Oct 8
1 - 4:30
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UPCOMING SATURDAY EVENING SHOWS:
Saturday, Oct 14.
Ragtag Rascals
7:30
Saturday, Oct 28
Bill Chrastil performing his Branson show
7:30
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Email us for more information: cornhuskercountrymusic@gmail.com, or call Larry, 1-402-949-0668.
Don't forget to like us on FB!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
11 AM – 4 PM
Show N Shine Car Show
Weeping Water Party on the Rocks
No Entry Fee!
Registration begins at 10am on Eldora Avenue.
Door Prizes to be awarded at 3:30pm.
All vehicles are welcome!
Contact Marty Rupp at 402-416-7107
Part of Weeping Water's Party on the Rocks Fall Festival, including a flea market, food trucks, beer garden, live music, and more!
Important!
If you are on Medicaid, please make sure your contact information is correct (click banner to update):
Food Trucks Coming to PLATTSMOUTH!
Near Witte and Makovicka Physical Therapy, (south of HyVee)
This will continue every month on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays until October 2023!
211 Main Street, Louisville, NE
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FREE ~ OPEN JAM SESSION
2nd Sundays of each month, 1 - 4:30.
Next jam, October 8th!
Bring your instrument, your voice or just come and enjoy the fun!
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UPCOMING SATURDAY EVENING SHOWS
Saturday, September 23
Down Home Band
7:30 ~ 10 pm
Saturday, Oct 14
Ragtag Rascals
7:30-10pm.
Saturday, Oct 28
Bill Chrastil performing his Branson show
7:30 - 10pm.
Email us for more information: cornhuskercountrymusic@gmail.com
Call Larry for more information, 1-402-949-0668.
For more info, leave us a voice mail at the end of the message and we'll return your call!
LOFTE SEASON TICKETS MAKE GREAT GIFTS!
PURCHASE NOW AT LOFTE.ORG.
NEHAWKA, NEBRASKA PUBLIC LIBRARY
HEAR YE! HEAR YE!
The Union, NE American Legion Auxiliary Hall, 104 W Main St, is available for rental!
Reasonable rates for 4-8 hours
Full kitchen, carpeted dining hall, and all utilities.
Easy to locate on Main Street.
Individuals have rented it for birthday parties,
showers, anniversaries, and funeral dinners.
For more information, or to reserve the Hall, call
Nancy Crook 402-263-2035.
(This is a landline with an answering machine, so leave a voice message, do not try to text.)
P.A.R.C. members get together Tuesday evenings at Plattsmouth's Burger King at 6 pm.
Monthly meetings the last Saturday of most months at Mom's Cafe in Plattsmouth, 8 am.
(NO December monthly meeting.)
Click HERE or on the radio antenna logo above to read the latest newsletter and calendar.
For more info, contact Roger Behrns, rb55930@windstream.net&;nbsp;or call 402-234-6775.
ATTENTION, VETERANS!
Do you need assistance? We're here to help!
Contact Cass County Veteran Service Officer
Email: ccvso@cassne.org
Admin Assistant: Jacie Victor
Email: ccvsoadmin@cassne.org
Call for appointment! 402-296-9368
ARE YOU 55+
and
LOOKING FOR PART-TIME WORK?
The following is an employment opportunity available to older adults in Cass County.
Experience Works is a national, non-profit organization funded by the US Dept of Labor to administer the Senior Community Service Employment Program, which assists people 55 and older in getting updated training to assist in returning to the workforce. This is a federally funded program and offers a no-cost employment service to older adults who qualify.
Once accepted into the program, individuals are placed in a training site in or near their community, where they gain on the job experience while working 20-21 hours/week at $8/hour.
We also help with skill assessments, computer training, resumes, cover letters, job search, etc.
The goal is that through the training and job search assistance we gain help older adults gain good jobs in or around their communities.
Stephanie MahonyEmployment and Training CoordinatorExperience Works, Inc.
1111 "O" Street Ste 205
American Job CenterLincoln, NE 68508
Phone: 402-441-1654Fax: 402-441-6038
stephanie_mahony@experienceworks.org<;/a>
Nebraska Toll-free Number: 1-877-314-7526
https://www.keepcasscountybeautiful.com/index.php
HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR NEWS TO THIS NEWSLETTER...
Below is a list of categories that we are happy to post, (at NO COST to you!), in the weekly Murray online newsletter:
Weddings
Engagements
Anniversary
Births
Letters to the Editor
Birthday Greeting
Upcoming Events
Cards of Thanks
Lost and Found
Obituaries
Recipes
Photos
and So Much More!
That's right! These are all items that can appear FREE of CHARGE in each Wednesday's Murray Newsletter and/or Calendar! All YOU have to do is send the information to us - it's that simple!
DEADLINE for submissions to each week's Wednesday Newsletter is NOON on the preceding MONDAY.
There are 3 ways you can submit your articles:
1) You may call your information to 402-235-2926 and leave a voice mail with your name and phone number.
2) Email your story with your name, contact info and story, in plain text to:
editor@murraynebraska.com<;/a>.
Send photos in .jpg format, no larger than 495 pixels wide or photos and fliers in a .pdf, to the e-address above with your story in plain text.
3) Send items via the U.S. postal service to:
Be sure to allow enough time to be received by Monday! Also, when mailing items you'd like to get back, please enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
Remember to include 'who, what, when, where and why', along with any other helpful details, such as a contact person and phone.
Again, you must have your name and contact information included with the information.
Thanks for helping to keep YOUR Murray Newsletter fresh and up-to-date!
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