Avoca Community Newsletter - January 24, 2018

It's Quack-Off Time

Saturday, January 27, 2018

Registration: 10am - Noon
Races begin at 1:00pm

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The Old Schoolhouse

Greenblatt and Seay were recently interviewed in Avoca at The Old Schoolhouse by the Communications Manager for the Nebraska Arts Council. The duo is featured as the Nebraska Arts Council's Artist Spotlight in this video.

Greenblatt and Seay and The Old Avoca Schoolhouse were recently featured in an article in the Omaha World Herald. The piece included lots of great photos, and a short video. To read this article, log on to www.greenblattandseay.com.

To keep informed about future concerts and workshops in The Old Avoca Schoolhouse, you can sign up for the mailing list at http://greenblattandseay.com.

Celtic Fiddle Camp

The Old Avoca Schoolhouse in Avoca, Nebraska will be hosting a special Celtic Fiddle Camp for fiddlers, violists, mandolinists, guitarists, recorder players, and ukulele players. Music from Ireland, Scotland, and Wales will be featured. The sessions will be led by championship fiddler and author, Deborah Greenblatt.

The camp will be on Wednesday, March 14 - Friday, March 16, from 9 AM to 12 Noon. Musicians can sign up for 1 day, or 2 days, or all 3 days.

On Wednesday, participants will be mostly reading tunes, using sheet music in standard notation. We'll be learning melodies, harmonies, and chords. You will be improving your sight reading, and experiencing fiddling fun.

On Thursday, we will be mostly playing tunes by ear, so feel free to bring your recording gadgets. Sheet music versions of the tunes will be provided for you by the end of the day, just in case your ears need the help.

On Friday, we will be mostly jamming, modulating, singing, dancing, experimenting, sharing, and playing fiddle related instruments.

Limited enrollment. Pre-registration required.
Full payment due on your first day of camp.

For more information, and to register, send an email to Debby at debby@greenblattandseay.com

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Bloodmobile at Avoca, NE
2/12/2018: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Town Hall, 623 House St

Red Cross offers 3 ways to make saving lives easier than ever

Mobile and online tools help make donating blood more convenient.

At this time of year many regular blood donors delay giving due to busy schedules– but the need for blood remains. To help donors fit in a donation, the Red Cross offers three easy ways to make helping save lives faster and more convenient:

RapidPass® – Donors can complete their pre-donation reading and health history questions online to save about 15 minutes at their donation. In September, RapidPass became available on mobile devices, giving donors the ability to complete their RapidPass from a smartphone, tablet or computer.
Blood Donor App – Through the Red Cross Blood Donor App, users can find local blood drives and donation centers, schedule an appointment, receive appointment reminders and keep track of total blood donations – all from the palm of their hand.
Online appointment scheduling – Donors can conveniently schedule an appointment and find tips for a successful blood donation at redcrossblood.org.

“The Red Cross is thankful for the generosity of donors who help keep hospital shelves stocked with lifesaving blood products, but we know that the holiday activities that we cherish most can make it difficult for many regular donors to find a moment to donate this time of year,” said Samantha Pollard, communications manager, Midwest Blood Services Region. “We hope technologies like online appointment scheduling, the Blood Donor App and RapidPass will make it a little easier for donors to give more life for patients this holiday season.”

Patients don’t get a holiday break from needing lifesaving transfusions, and all blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply is available. Appointments can be made by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). To learn more about RapidPass, visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass and follow the instructions on the site.

How to donate blood

A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

About the American Red Cross

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

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The Avoca Library

Library Hours:

Tuesday 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Saturday 9:30 - 10:30 am

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Witte Physical Therapy
Student of the Week

Dani Barkhurst
Louisville High School

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The Nebraska Masonic Home

Immediate Job Openings

Assisted Living

Nursing Care Facility

Seeks caring, devoted individuals.

We have competitive wages & excellent benefits!

PT RN or LPN, 6 pm – 6 am

PT CMA10 pm – 6 am

FT CNA’s, 2 pm – 10 pm

Weekends Only CNA’s, All Shifts

PT Dietary Assistants, 1-8:30 pm

Free single coverage medical, dental, vision; PayFlex; 401K Plan;

Educational Assistance, Competitive Wages

& Superior Working Environment

The Nebraska Masonic Home

Apply in person at 1300 Avenue D, Plattsmouth, NE 68048

or call (402) 296-7330 for more information.

www.thenebraskamasonichome.org for an application – then hand deliver or mail.

Must pass pre-employment physical, drug test, and background checks.

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Community Sustaining Sponsor 2018

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FOR SALE

1987 BLUE BIRD BUS

This bus would make a perfect man cave, fishing/hunter's cabin or guest house!

Put it on your acreage or farm for LOTS of excellent storage!

Would make a great playhouse for the kids or work area for you!

Exterior dimensions are 39 ½' x 8'. 7 storage bins underneath.

4 built-in beds, (bunk-type) each 7'4 x 32" wide, (or use them for storage shelves!) 7' x 7 ½' back cargo area has one shelf.

‘Leather’ sofa and chair included!

You'll need to furnish your own pond, lake or favorite getaway spot!

Has a 427 Chevy engine, air brakes, but does not run. You tow.

Clear title.

See in Murray, NE $3900 OBO Call 402-350-3512 or 402-235-2926

See more pics, https://omaha.craigslist.org/cto/d/hunting-fishing-cabin-storage/6417492968.html

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A seasonal reminder from our local county health department...

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Norovirus

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What else is happening in and around Cass County ?

Check out the following events...

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Area Food Banks

The Louisville Area Food Bank will be open on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 6-7 p.m.beginning on Sept. 7th. The food bank is located in the First Christian Church 304 Main St. next to Copple's in Louisville. Low income residents are welcome to come to the twice a month give away. Please bring a box to put items in. This food bank is for residents of the Louisville Public School District.

Questions contact Pastor Cathy at 402-677-9606 or Pastor Bob at 402-234-2055. The Louisville Area Food Bank is always looking for donations of food as well.

Cass County Food Distribution