SPRINGFIELD WEDNESDAY NEWSLETTER - Sept 24th, 2025
Welcome Back Springfield
HEY SPRINGFIELD, You’ve see how 96,000 people can pack Memorial Stadium. Is it just for football? Or is it because we Nebraskans know how to show up with passion for our community?
Now it’s our turn right here at home. Imagine Springfield filled with that same energy — neighbors supporting neighbors, cheering on local businesses, and keeping our town strong. Let’s do it:
It’s Homecoming week, and that means tonight is parade night! The Homecoming parade will head down Main Street starting at 7:00 p.m.
Bring the whole family — especially the kids — and help keep the tradition alive for the next generation. Let’s line the streets, cheer on our students, and celebrate our community together
Buy out every stained-glass window at The Robin’s Nest
Bring local art home and keep creativity thriving.
Eat the beef at The Blind Pig
Gather your friends, grab a plate, and support local flavor.
Go shop at the ReMain store.
Go Say Hi to the artist at Springfiedl Art.
Show up and buy out the FINAL Farmers Market – this Sunday, the LAST Sunday of the month
Fresh food, community spirit, and one more chance to come together before the season ends. It's on the last Sunday of Sept 2025! L
If Husker fans can fill a stadium, Springfield can fill its Library, shops, and market. Passion isn’t just for football — it’s for our hometown.
See you there, neighbors!
Onto Springfield community news.
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Let's Go!
Kids Birth to 5 years old.
Library’s Knit Wednesday program
The Swiftie Shuffle: Music Bingo at the Library
Book Club at the Library.
Sept 23rd
Sassie Senior — come join the fun!
Omaha Childrens Museum!
Medical Made Clear. you know you have questions
Come On Out, Artsie Seniors! Plan on next Oct 6th
Ready to get creative? Meet and art at the Library for the very first Senior Art Class—no experience needed, just bring your imagination (and maybe a friend!)
Pays to have a library card!
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Still No News on Pickleball…
About the Springfield Community Building:
The Springfield Community Building, located at 170 North 3rd Street, was constructed between 1938 and 1940 as part of a Works Progress Administration (WPA) project. This historic building has long been a hub for community events, hosting everything from town meetings to local celebrations. Its central location on Main Street makes it a perfect spot for the upcoming pickleball courts.
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Growing in Springfield: Got Garden Questions? They have Answers!
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Westmont Elementary
Reminder - there has been congestion in the loop at drop-off and pick-up due to cars parking. Please remember: the loop is for moving traffic only, not parking.
Pull forward to the farthest open spot, drop off/pick up on the curb side, then carefully re-enter the left lane to exit.
Do not use the staff parking lot by the playground — it is not a safe location.
Grades 3–6: You may park along Richland Drive; students can use the crossing guard and sidewalk. Please do not have them walk through the staff lot.
Preschool: Parents must walk children to and from the door. Please park in designated spots or the far lane to help reduce congestion.
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Little note from MRS. BECK- Westmont PTO president. We’re hosting our annual Fall Harvest Festival on Thursday, October 23rd, 6–8 p.m. — our only fundraiser of the year!
We’ll have a silent auction and need community support. If your business would like to donate an item, basket, or sponsor part of the event, please reach out (I’m happy to come pick it up if needed).
Your generosity helps us support the amazing students and staff at Westmont Elementary. Thank you!
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Next Friday, Sept. 26, is our first Popcorn Friday! Students will enjoy popcorn with friends while reading.
We ask for a $5 donation per student to help cover costs. If you haven’t sent it yet, please send it with your child next week, marked “Popcorn Fridays.”
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Springfield Elementary News
Show your fun side and light up the hall ways with Dress up Days!
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Platteview High School
School calendar https://www.gobound.com/ne/schools/platteview/calendar?includePractices=false&v=week&date=2025-08-22
ESU#3 Driver Ed is in Full Swing. ESU#3 will offer classes next Spring.
Picture Retake is scheduled for Wednesday October 8th
Football Game Schedule with fun themes -
Using AI Wisely at PHS
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming education, and at PHS we believe it is important to teach our students how to use AI responsibly. While AI can be a powerful tool to support learning, it can also be misused in ways that compromise academic integrity.
To help guide our students, the attached graphic will be posted in every classroom. It outlines examples of safe, cautious, and prohibited uses of AI. Our goal is for students to view AI as a tool for brainstorming, organizing, and improving their work—while also understanding that their final work must reflect their own knowledge, thoughts, and effort.
As we move forward, we will continue to share updates and resources with you. Together, we can help students learn how to use AI wisely—both in school and at home.
End of the Month & Important Dates
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Springfield Artworks
What’s the Buzz with
Springfield Artworks? They are making waves! Congratulations to Springfield Artworks for this well-deserved recognition—what a win for our community!
ReMain Has Honey!
Big fan of hot honey? Then you’ll want to buy it local!
Leaf +Petal
Fall is here! Head to Leaf + Petal in Springfield for gorgeous fall decorations and beautiful floral arrangements.
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Surprise someone today with vibrant flowers — or show your pride with red, white, and blue arrangements!
The Blind Pig
The Blind Pig – Sunday Special
Chicken Fried Chicken just $11.99!
You know the song… go ahead and sing it to the cook when you order — they’ll love it!
Kitchen is receiving great reviews!
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The Robin's Nest –
New stained glass pieces. This crane is a stunner...think Christmas presents..... We also got a couple cardinals and blue jays (Creighton fans?).
The Nest is Open Wednesday
through Sunday!!
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Date: September 25th
Time: 5 PM – 7 PM
Location: 700 Camp Gifford Road, Bellevue, NE 68005
Activities Include:
- Food
- Animals
- Hay rides
Cost: $12 per person (Registration is required)
Scan the QR code on the flyer to secure your spot.
Lots of fun this fall. Go to https://www.esu3.org/GF/Home for more infomation.
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Springfield Homecoming Parade is almost here! September 24th at 7pm. Not every town gets to enjoy something like this — fun-filled with fireworks, food trucks, and of course, the parade. It’s a wonderful reminder of how great it feels to be part of a strong community. Don’t miss it!
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Save the Date
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Bid online >>
Auction catalog >>
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Springfield Methodist Church
Worship in person or online on Sunday @ 9:30am. Sunday school for all ages k-6 Wednesday School W.O.W I.M.P.A.C.T youth group Wednesday
Wednesday Nights this Summer at Springfield Baptist Church
See details and register the kiddos at: www.scbne.org
It takes a Community to be Great!
Last Farmers Market - Sept 28th!
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It Happen in Springfield
A top priority for Nebraska settlers was the education of their children. Country schools were
built in the rural areas of Sarpy County as settlers came to the region. Most times the schools
also served as venues for community gatherings such as weddings, funeral and social gatherings.
In 1882, Sarpy County recorded a total enrollment of 1,656 students, comprising 911 boys and
745 girls in all county’s town and country schools. The construction of three schools was
completed using stone, while two were built from brick, and thirty were frame structures. The
Nebraska State School Superintendent provided guidelines for school building plans in the rural
regions of the state.
The majority of country schools in the Springfield area were established between 1860 and 1870.
Below is a list of country schools near the Springfield area along with the school district number,
name of the school and approximate location.
#7 Fairview, 91 st & Fairview Rd.
#8 Buffalo, 15005 Buffalo Rd.
#9 Stringtown, 183 rd & Hwy 181
#17 Xenia, 192 & Buffalo Rd.
#18 Bell, 8310 Capehart
#21 Sanborn, 174 & Fairview Rd.
#20 Ringo, 120 St. ¾ mile south of Springfield’s Main Street. In 1917, Ringo School
consolidated with Springfield’s town school. Students were bused to Springfield.
#23 Sarpy Center 11312 Fairview Rd.
#24 Snider, Hwy 50 & Capehart
#29 Pflug, 18210 Plfug Rd.
#32 Behm, Hwy 50 & Pflug Rd. was part of Springfield School District #32.
#34 Stender, Hwy 370 & Hwy 50
Photo 1: Sarpy County map: date unknown
Photo 2: Sketch of Sanborn School in the 1940’s
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Fit Tip of the Week - Adventure Ride!
Fall is the perfect season to get outside and move! Instead of skipping workouts as the days get cooler, hop on your e-bike for a ride in the crisp autumn air. Pair your activity with lighter fall soups loaded with vegetables and lean protein to fuel your body. Staying consistent with healthy food and fun movement keeps your energy high all season long!
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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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COME ON OVER!
This is the way country music started out, with acoustic instruments, before electricity. People sat out on the lawn, on the porch, or in a friend’s house and played their instruments together.
Enjoy the originality of music which is still present in many circles of friends.
211 Main Street
Louisville, NE
Come on over and take a spin on our dance floor!
This is a family-friendly venue, so bring the kids, too! Relax in nice warm comfort and support our concession stand - fresh, popped popcorn, candy bars, soft drinks and bottled water.
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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!
Call 402-949-0668 with any questions.
ALL jam sessions, acoustic and electric, are FREE & open to the public!
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For updates, watch the theater's website or FB page.
Bring your instruments, bring your voices or just sit in and listen!
Let's get together and have a good time!
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Email for more information:
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Louisville Food Bank dates
Louisville Food Bank
Open 6:00-7:00pm
213 Main Street (inside Hope’s Closet)
Sept 25
Oct 9
Oct 23
Nov 6
Nov 20
Dec 4
Dec 18
Updates can be found here >>
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