Avoca Community Newsletter- July 18, 2018

Miss Avoca, Brogan McDonald

Limestone Days Parade
Weeping Water, NE
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Shop and eat your way around southeastern Cass County during the annual Summer Vintage + Antique Tour July 20-21!

See the map below for information about the Barn Sale at Bloom Where You're Planted Farm (home of Rural Route Rust), the July Junk Market at Carole's Flowers, Gifts & Vintage Finds and sales at Lyle's Barn Again Antiques and Union Junktion.
The map also shows the great places to eat while you're in the area. The drive is beautiful and the vintage/antiqe shopping bountiful!

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The Old Schoolhouse Events
Greenblatt & Seay

Scandinavian Fiddle Camp

Championship fiddler and author, Deborah Greenblatt will be sharing the music of Sweden, Denmark, Norway, and Finland during the Scandinavian Fiddle Camp, Wednesday, August 1 - Friday, August 3, 2018, 9 AM - Noon, in The Old Avoca Schoolhouse, Avoca, Nebraska.

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.

Enrollment limited to 10 fiddlers.
Pre-registration required.

Send an email to debby@greenblattandseay.com
to register for 2018 Summer Schoolhouse Fiddle Camp 3.

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The Sarpy/Cass Health Department offers free transportation assistance to women with a mammogram appointment. The service includes home pick up, hospital/clinic drop off, and return home drop off. Eligibility includes women aged 40-75 years living in Sarpy or Cass counties. Please call the Health Department at 402-537-6968 for more information.

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The Avoca Library

Library Hours:

Tuesday 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Saturday 9:30 - 10:30 am

Summer Fun at The Avoca Library

Miss Avoca surprised the kids with a visit and is planning to attend the rest of the events.

Pet Disaster Relief Trailer rescheduled to July 24th from 3-5pm.

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Movie will also be shown, time permitting.

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2018 07 04 CROWS NEST

A big WELCOME to new owners, Spencer and Natalie Vampola, who opened the doors for customers to their new business, the

CROW'S NEST,

on July 2, 2018!

Located at the the former home of the Firehouse Bar and Grill, 104 E Main Street, Murray, NE, the kitchen will be open

Monday thru Saturday, 11 am - 8 pm

Friday and Saturday, 11 am - 9 pm.

Closed Sundays.

The menu will be limited for a short time, but we can testify that the chicken sandwich, cheeseburger and fries were great!

Keno will be coming, too, as soon as all the necessary red tape is completed and approved by the State.

It's always great when new business comes to our small towns and villages. Remember that they can only survive when they're patronized. We hope that when you stop in to welcome Spencer and Natalie to Murray that you'll wish them luck in their new venture.

For more information, call the Crow's Nest at 402-235-3300.

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www.svevineyards.com | 402.267.5267

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THE NEBRASKA MASONIC HOME

Our Assisted Living/Nursing Care Facility

seeks caring, devoted individuals.

We have competitive wages, excellent benefits

& a superior working environment.

FT Evening Cook, 12:30-8:30 pm

FT CNA’s, 2 pm – 10 pm

FT Dietary Assistant, 11 am – 6:30 pm

Weekends Only CNA’s, All Shifts

FREE medical, dental & vision coverage

for Full Time employees.

We also offer PayFlex; 401K Plan; &

Educational Assistance.

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

or call (402) 296-7300 for more information.

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

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

***EOE***

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A’s, B’s and O’s are Missing

Red Cross campaign calls for new blood donors to fill the Missing Types

As part of an international movement, the American Red Cross is launching the Missing Types campaign today to recruit new blood donors – and those who have not given recently – to ensure lifesaving blood is available for patients.

During the Missing Types campaign, the letters A, B and O – the main blood groups – will disappear from brands, social media pages, signs and websites to illustrate the critical role every blood donor plays. When the letters A, B and O vanish from everyday life, the gaps are striking. And when A, B and O blood types are missing from hospital shelves, patient care could be impacted.

“Unfortunately, blood shortages still happen and the number of new Red Cross blood donors is shrinking each year,” said Cliff Numark, senior vice president, Red Cross Blood Services. “That’s why the Red Cross is asking those who have never donated blood and those who haven’t given in a while to make a lifesaving donation. You are the missing type patients need.”

Don’t wait until the letters A, B and O go missing from hospital shelves. Join the #MissingType movement today – make an appointment to give blood by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/MissingTypes, using the Red Cross Blood Donor App or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Survey reveals public misconceptions about blood needs and donation

A recent survey, conducted on behalf of the Red Cross, revealed a troubling disconnect between the public’s perception of blood donations and the realities of patient transfusion needs.

Three-quarters (74 percent) of the public underestimate how frequently blood transfusions occur.* Most people perceive blood is needed in the U.S. every 15 minutes or even every hour or two hours when in fact, every two seconds, someone in this country needs blood.
Nearly half of the public (45 percent) know someone who has been helped by a blood transfusion.* Yet only three percent of the U.S. population donates each year.
More than one-third (35 percent) of the public has never considered that blood may not be available when they or a loved one need it.* Blood shortages are not uncommon in the United States and can only be prevented when more people roll up a sleeve to give.
More than half (53 percent) of the public believe they need to know their blood type to donate.* Good news – Potential blood donors do not need to know their blood type before giving blood. After individuals give blood, the Red Cross provides each donor their blood type. By joining the #MissingType movement, donors can find out their blood type this summer.

Missing letters can lead to delays in treatment

Lily Dotson and her family, who live in Omaha, know how serious blood shortages can be for patients. During Lily’s 2 1/2 years of treatment for high-risk leukemia, her family was told twice that the hospital didn’t have the blood or platelets she needed and that she would have to wait for transfusions. It was incredibly frustrating and eye-opening for Lily’s mom, Susie Dotson.

“People automatically think blood is there. They don’t realize we’re relying on their blood donation,” said Dotson. “Lily needed blood products just as much as the chemo or the treatment.”

Lily, now 11, has been cancer-free for four years and is preparing to enter middle school this year.

Each day, blood and platelets are needed for accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those like Lily who are receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease. The Red Cross must collect more than 13,000 blood donations every day for patients at approximately 2,600 hospitals across the country.

New donors needed

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. But for the past four years, new Red Cross donors have declined by about 80,000 each year. This is not just a Red Cross trend, but a challenge blood collection organizations face across the country and around the world.

Donating blood is a simple process and only takes about an hour from start to finish.

Registration: Sign in, show ID and read required information.
Health check: Answer questions and receive a mini-physical.
Donation: Giving a pint of blood only takes about eight to 10 minutes.
Refreshments: Donors enjoy snacks and relax before resuming their day.

The Red Cross appreciates the support of its 18 lead partners who have joined the #MissingType campaign, including: Adobe, Anheuser-Busch, AvalonBay Communities, Inc., Domino’s, Dropbox, Google, IBM, Land O’Lakes, Inc., Mastercard, Nationwide, Neiman Marcus, the New York Yankees, Oreo, PayPal, Salesforce, State Farm®, Sunoco and U.S. Bank.

Red Cross calls for summer blood donations to prevent a shortage

The American Red Cross is counting on volunteer donors to give blood and help ensure patient needs can be met this summer.

Around Memorial Day, the Red Cross sees a steep decline in blood donations. Busy summer schedules, vacations and school breaks also cause a drop in donations. Accidents and medical emergencies don’t take a summer break – patients need blood every minute, every day.

In the summer of 1973, Ramona Johnson was playing at the park when she was injured jumping off the swings. She was bleeding profusely from a 7-inch gash in her leg. By the time she reached the hospital, she needed an emergency transfusion. She credits the donors who took the time to give blood with helping to save her life.

Johnson’s childhood experience receiving blood compelled her to make her first blood donation more than 10 years ago. “A little voice told me that this would be a great way to give back,” she said. “I have been faithfully donating every eight weeks since.”

The public is asked to schedule an appointment to help ensure that hospitals and patients have the blood they need this summer. Make an appointment to donate blood by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

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New thrift/consignment store

Opening Thursday, May 31st

Fairweather Finds
106 S. Nevada St.,
South Bend Ne.
Open Thursday - Saturday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Phone # 402-417-3971
We have vintage items, some antiques, lots of glass things plus books, toys and furniture.

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What else is happening in and around Cass County ?

Check out the following events...

Memory Lane

WEEPING WATER'S
MEMORY LANE MUSEUM'S
NEW DAYS/HOURS

The Memory Lane Museum in Weeping Water has a new schedule as follows:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturdays, 11:30 am till 3 pm.

This year will feature Kevin Brack's personal exhibit,
SALUTE to the OSCARS' 90th ANNIVERSARY!

Stop in to see costumes, props and scripts from Oscar winners!
Anthony Hopkins' suit from the movie 'Nixon' will also be on display!

Click HERE for the Facebook link!

2018 04 25 WW Memory Lane actors wanted

Lofte Community Theatre to Present the Classic Musical, Oliver!

The Lofte Community Theatre, located in Manley, NE will stage Lionel Bart’s classic musical, Oliver! July 21 - 22, July 26 - 29, and August 2 - 5.

Set in Victorian England, the musical follows the story of young Oliver who escapes from an abusive orphanage and soon finds himself on the streets of London, settled in with a band of pickpockets and thieves, led by Fagin. When the boy is captured for a theft that he did not commit, his benevolent victim becomes his only chance of discovering the true love of a family.

The Tony and Olivier Award-winning show is one of the few musicals to win an Academy Award for Best Picture and is widely hailed as a true theatrical masterpiece by actors and audience members alike. Lionel Bart wrote the music, book and lyrics for Oliver!

Oliver!, premiered on London’s West End in 1960 before moving to Broadway in 1963. This year marks the 55th anniversary of the show making its American debut which is why Lofte Artistic Director Kevin Colbert thought it was time to bring the show to the stage in Manley once again, “This classic piece of musical theatre has been charming audiences for more than five decades. It’s full of memorable tunes, a heart-warming story, and, of course, allows the Lofte to fill our stage with so much local talent. That’s a hallmark of a big summer musical at the Lofte. This cast has been hard at work since the beginning of June, and there are countless others who volunteer their summer to make Oliver! A huge success. We can’t wait for audiences to see this show!”

Joining Colbert’s artistic team is musical director, Betty Colbert and choreographer, Noelle Bohaty.

The cast of Oliver! Includes John Bell, Natalie McGovern, Peyton Banks, Chris Berger, Wade Mumford, Atticus Heneger, Brandy Abbott, Rilynn Whitney, Kharis Jensen, Cyrus Monson, Drew Carlson, Haley Cecava, Xander Monson, McKenna Jones, James Nygren, Skyler Radloff, Therese Rennels, Kathryn Rappold, Kori Radloff, Aaron Spracklin, Eric Radloff, Khyenne Cottrell, Stephen Paal, Lilly Frields, Abraham Vidaurre, Hannah Segure, Piper Monson, Ken Patry, Jeff Johnston, Lynette Boyce, Brenda Jones, Bob Boyce, Lucas Hrabik, Dayton Carlson, Rachel Radloff, Lily Borland, and Andrew Schell.

Tickets for Oliver! can purchased by calling the Lofte Community Theatre box office at 402-234-2553, or by visiting the theatre’s website at www.Lofte.org and clicking on “Tickets”. Curtain time for the show is 7 pm and Sunday matinees are at 2 pm. For more information, call the Lofte Community Theatre or visit www.Lofte.org .

Open Auditions for Hilda's Yard

Auditions Hildas Yard

The Lofte Community Theatre, located in Manley, NE, just 25 minutes south of Omaha, will hold auditions for Norm Foster’s play, Hilda’s Yard on July 30th, and 31st at 7 pm. Auditions will take place at the theatre.

Lofte Community Theatre Executive Artistic Director, says “Hilda’s Yard is a wonderful example of modern theatrical literature that tells a heartwarming story. It’s a perfect piece for The Lofte, and I am so excited to bring this quaint story to life.” Hilda’s Yard is the 2018 Director’s Choice piece for the Lofte.

Set in 1956, it follows the Fluck family through one extraordinary day during which their son loses his job and moves back home, their daughter leaves her husband and moves back home and Sam Fluck, thinking that he and his wife Hilda are empty nesters now and can start to live their OWN lives, buys their first television set. Hilda’s Yard is a poignant and funny look at how family dynamics don't really change much over the years.

Those interested in auditioning should be prepared to read from the script. Please bring a complete list of conflicts during the rehearsal period. Hilda’s Yard will be onstage at The Lofte Community Theatre September 7th - 9th, and 13th - 16th.

For a full listing of available roles, visit www.Lofte.org and click on “Get Involved”. Then select “Auditions” and scroll down to Hilda’s Yard.

For questions regarding auditions contact the Lofte Community Theatre at 402-234-2553, email director Kevin Colbert at loftedirector@lofte.com, or visit The Lofte Community Theatre’s website at www.Lofte.org and click on “Get Involved”.

Special Event Aubree Sweeney

National touring comedian, Aubree Sweeney, will be performing at The Lofte Community Theatre August 11th at 7 pm. The performance will also feature comedian Matthew Blevins of Nebraska City.

Sweeney tours the US in her RV along with her dogs, She-Ra and Paco. When not performing on the road, she splits her time between Nebraska, where her family still lives, and Southern California. Sweeney is known for her engaging, high-energy, storytelling style that relates her observations and life experiences.

Between shows, Sweeney is a tireless animal advocate. She works with Boxer Rescue LA, Patriotic Service Dogs Foundation, and The Sam Simon Foundation along with many other animal rescue organizations. She’s also proud to support the men and women who serve or who have served in the U.S. military, and is thrilled to announce that a “Thank a Veteran” leg has been added to her “Scenic Route” Tour which is stopping at clubs, bars and veteran organizations across the country.

About The Lofte Community Theatre: The Lofte Community Theatre is located in Manley Nebraska, approximately 25 miles south of Omaha. The theatre, a new post-and-beam style performing arts facility can seat approximately 330 patrons for each performance. Actors and audience members enjoy a beautiful climate-controlled venue year around. The Lofte offers a full concession stand, and also sells beer and wine. The theatre offers six core season productions each year as well as many special events featuring visiting artists including week-long children’s theater workshop, a free Veterans Day concert, and host high-school one-act play competitions in the fall. Approximately 12,000 visitors come through the doors annually.

Elmwood Car Show

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Plattsmouth Library Summer Events

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2018 Cass County Fair

Cake Auction Flyer 2018

2018 Fair Special Contests2 2018 Special Quilt Block rules

2018 Quilt Raffle Poster

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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. 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