Friends of Greenwood Newsletter December 3, 2025

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LADIES' NIGHT-SIP & SHOP SMALL BUSINESS

Event by Uptown Saloon - Greenwood, NE and Anthologie Soap Co.

609 Main St, Greenwood, NE

Duration: 3 hr

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Kick off the holiday season at Uptown’s Ladies Night – Sip & Shop Small Businesses on December 8th!

Enjoy a cozy night of holiday shopping from local makers and small businesses while sipping on festive drink specials.

We’ll be showcasing each vendor and our seasonal cocktails leading up to the event, so keep an eye out for spotlights!

Support local, treat yourself, and get into the Christmas spirit with us.

Greenwood, Nebraska

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DO YOU NEED HELP with FOOD, HOUSING or OTHER EMERGENCY SERVICES?
SENCA (Southeast Nebraska Community Action) is HERE to HELP YOU!

www.senca.org

To drop off donations or pick up food at the local food pantry, you need to make an appointment.

Monday - Friday
8am - 4:30 pm
Call or text for appointment, 402-297-7418

SENCA Cass County Outreach
First Presbyterian Church, lower level
701 Chicago Ave.
Plattsmouth, NE 68048

(Please enter the lower level on the north side of the church at the driveway directly across from Oakmont Drive, off of Chicago Avenue.)

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WITH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT IN SHUT DOWN MODE....MANY MORE PEOPLE WILL BE USING THE FOOD PANTRY SO PLEASE CONSIDER DONATE TO OUR FOOD PANTRY....

AND TO THOSE WHO NEED THE FOOD PANTRY PLEASE COME TO THE COMMUNITY CENTER AT 619 MAIN STREET DURING OFFICE OR LIBRARY HOURS AND IF THOSE HOURS ARE NOT WORKING FOR YOU PLEASE CALL THE VILLAGE OFFICE 402 789*2300 DURING OPERATING HOURS AND MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO UTILIZE THE FOOD PANTRY.

Folks, PLEASE use our food pantry anytime during Village of Greenwood Nebraskaor Library hours.

DONORS: Thank you to everyone who has donated to the food pantry! Most popular items usually do not require cooking on a stove, such as canned ravioli, corn beef hash, Progresso soups (they're non-condensed), cups of applesause or fruit, and personal care items.

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The Silver Street Band and Ashland’s Community Choir invite you to join us for our holiday concert!

Sunday, December 7th at 6 PM at the Ashland-Greenwood Performing Arts Center

Reception to follow
Suggested Admission: $6 Adults / $4 Kids
All proceeds support the community music program

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Your Ugly Christmas Sweater/Sweatshirt Contest!

Ashland’s Hometown Christmas Dec. 13th

Dig your old ugly sweater or sweatshirt out or make one to enter the Ugly Sweater/Sweatshirt contest! Anyone can come anytime between ten noon or one to three to the front of the ACRC Library to enter. Easy to do. Record your name and phone number to receive a number to pin on your holiday sweater/sweatshirt. We take a photo of you with you wearing your entry. It takes about five minutes to enter. The photos will be judged at the end of the day. Winner names will be posted at the library and on the community face book pages. Proceeds from entry donations are to support the Ashland Historical Society and Museum. Sponsor: Ashland Historical Society & Museum

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9/1/25- We are almost sold out! Just a few booths left!

Registration is OPEN!!

Join us for our 5th annual Holiday Craft Festival! Come get some holiday shopping done and partake in the rest of Ashland's Hometown Christmas activities.

-Over 80 vendor spots!

-Free will donation entry

Email agspiritsquadbooster@gmail.com for registration link

All proceeds support the Ashland-Greenwood Spirit Squad!

Please Consider Donating

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The Greenwood Ministry & Retreat Center is welcoming guests! Here is our website if you'd like to see more and considering staying with us for a respite with the Lord. Ask about the OWH room rate for savings! There are 5 beautiful bedrooms and the comfy and well-equipped shared space for families and groups. You can rent just a room or the whole 4500sf space for your party. We have availability for the holidays!

https://thegreenwoodretreatcenter.com/

Contact Us

Better yet, see us in person!

Let us help you get ready for your getaway!

If you have a question about your vacation rental or our neighborhood services, just ask. We look forward to hearing from you.

Greenwood Retreat Center

415 Broad St, Greenwood, NE, USA

+1.5312224062

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Greenwood Volunteer Fire and Rescue is in critical need for dedicated community members to step up and serve! No experience? No problem! We have monthly training nights, with other training opportunities throughout the year.

What we need:

Firefighters

EMTs

What we provide:

Training & certification opportunities

Hands-on experience in emergency medicine

Strong team environment & ongoing support

A powerful way to make a real difference

Requirements:

Must be 18+ years old

Valid driver’s license

Commitment to training

Passion for helping others

Live and or work within the Greenwood Fire District

Are you ready to answer the call and make a difference for your neighbors and your community?

Send us a message on Facebook or email us to learn more.

EMS: gvfr.rescue@gmail.com

Fire: gvfr.chief@gmail.com

Together, we keep our community safe. Help us do just that - become a volunteer today!

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GREENWOOD CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Regular Church Services every Sunday 10:00 am

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Greenwood Christian Church is located at 447 Elm Street, Greenwood, NE 68366

The present building, which has been modified several times was built in 1874.

Citylight Greenwood

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Starting in November we are starting a new rhythm as a church family!

Week 1.

All church meal - every first Wednesday of the month at the church basement @ 6pm and share a meal!

Week 2.

Guys night out - Most Wednesdays we will listen to a speaker at Gathering Place.

Week 3.

Gals night out - TBD

Week 4.

Invite someone over for dinner - Someone from the church or someone not in the church. Get to know each other and have fun!

Week 5.

Outreach if there are 5 Wednesdays - we will be brainstorming ideas to bless our surrounding communities!

We can't wait to see you November 5th for our potluck!

ASHLAND AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH

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The Kids' Cupboard is open tonight from 5-6 p.m. in the basement of the American Lutheran Church (1941 Silver). It's available for children in need from preschool through 12th grade who live in the Ashland/Greenwood school district. All you have to do to access it is fill out a short registration form, and they are available at the cupboard.

The Kids' Cupboard is an equal opportunity provider. (Read the USDA Nondiscrimination Statement here: https://www.usda.gov/non-discrimination-statement)

The Kids' Cupboard offers scholarship support to Ashland-Greenwood High School seniors or to AG graduates to help further their education. This support may be used for college, trade school, and more. Applicants must be past or present patrons of the Cupboard. For more information, contact Mr. Richards at the high school or any of the Kids’ Cupboard workers on Thursdays from 5-6 p.m. (in the basement of the American Lutheran Church).

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Do you have a passion for working with young children? Do you wish to be a part of a team making a difference in young minds? Look no further! Kids' Ark is currently seeking Early Childhood Educators for the upcoming school year!

Kids' Ark is a Christian based childcare center. We have a full preschool curriculum that serves ages 6 weeks-preschool! Our curriculum includes faith-based learning as well as teaching kindergarten readiness and independence through play!

Responsibilities:

Assist with lesson planning and implementing enriching activities throughout daily operations while collaborating with other colleagues to provide the highest quality care and best practices in early childhood education

Maintain a positive and safe learning environment for ages 3 months-preschool

Provide individualized support to students, including those with special needs.

Foster effective communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress and daily notes both in person and through Procare

Work with colleagues to maintain a tidy and sanitized space

Requirements:

Must be 16 years or older

Must pass all state and program required background checks

Be patient, kind and nurturing

Have a passion for Early Childhood Education and working with young children

Benefits:

Never Expiring PTO

Paid Holidays and Weather Closure Days

Program covers all trainings

Opportunity for growth in a fulfilling career

401K Plan

Take the first steps towards a fulfilling career today!

Apply now: https://forms.gle/HzV7ftRWwSrHScsL9

Stop in for an application today!

https://kidsarkchildcare.wixsite.com/my-site-1

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**BREAKING NEWS** after events at the Uptown Saloon - Greenwood, NEwith a Northwestern Wildcat patron in town for the football game this past weekend, please come out and use the newly named Bill Murray Memorial Men’s Bathroom!

Some of the patrons of the Uptown Saloon were lucky enough to be there when the infamous Bill Murray and his driver made a Pit Stop in Greenwood after the football game. and as he was leaving he gave one of the patrons a $50.00 bill and said buy the house a drink on Tom Osborn!!!and out they went again...He said they were on their way to the Airport in Omaha!!!

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Karaoke 1st & 3rd Fridays ~ Uptown Saloon Greenwood

UptownSaloon Greenwood you find us ~ 1st & 3rd Fridays of every month ~ come sing your stuff ~ 9PM! Eat early at the bar with some fantastic food and then stick around for the fun! #karaokenight #karaoke #drinkup #Nebraska #sing #RedZone #uptowngreenwood

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On Thursday, December 4th a member of my casework team will be in Plattsmouth to listen to your concerns and offer any assistance you may need in dealing with a federal government agency.

My casework team will be in Plattsmouth
Thursday, December 4th
2:00 - 3:00pm
Cass County Courthouse
346 Main Street, Room 101, Plattsmouth

Serving Nebraskans and making government more responsive to you, the taxpayer, is a top priority for me as your U.S. Senator. That is why my team sets up Mobile Office Hours across the state, to be available to you.

Not sure what services my team can offer? https://outreach.senate.gov/iqextranet/iq>Check out my website.

I hope you will visit with my team in Plattsmouth on December 4th to discuss the issues that matter to you.

It is an honor to serve you in the United States Senate.

Sincerely,

Pete Ricketts
U.S. Senator for Nebraska

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Special December Events at Cass County Museum

Cass County Historical Society Museum will open at 12:00 on Friday, December 5, and remain open until 8:00 p.m. during “The Night of 1000 Santa's” event. Admission will be free. The Cabin, Caboose and Pirogue at the end of Main Street will be open from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

On Saturday, December 6, the annual lighting of the blue spruce tree in the museum's courtyard will take place at 5:00 p.m. The new lights on the tree were purchased with funds donated in memory of Diane Berlett. The museum will open at 12:00 and remain open until 8:00 p.m. Admission will be free. The Cabin, Caboose and Pirogue at the end of Main Street will be open from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

The Historical Society's last brown bag program of the year will be Tuesday, December 9, at 12:00. Ann McGee will talk about the “Pack Horse Librarians”. It is a presentation about an intrepid group of women, and some men, who delivered books in the Appalachian mountains of Kentucky during the Depression. The program is free and open to the public.

Cass County Historical Society Museum
646 Main Street
Plattsmouth, NE 68048

Phone: 402-296-4770

Email: ccohsm@windstream.net

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Check out new website at www.happypawsplattsmouth.org

And download foster application!

Happy Paws Plattsmouth is a volunteer-powered 501(c)(3) charitable organization serving Cass, Sarpy, and Douglas Counties
with one mission: to transform the lives of animals in need while enriching the families who welcome them home.

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2020 CCMT

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211 Main Street
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$7 at the door; Kids 12 & under, FREE!

UPCOMING SHOWS

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JAM SESSIONS:

Second Sundays – Electric Jam Session (1:00 – 4:00 PM)
Fourth Sundays – Acoustic Only Jam Session (1:00 – 4:00 PM)

Bring your instruments and enjoy an afternoon of great music and good company!
Click the theater flyer above or HERE to read the latest CCMT news.
Call 402-949-0668 with any questions.

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