Springfield Wednesday Newsletter - December 10th
Welcome to Cookie week!
Hey Springfield its Holiday Cookie Extravaganza —
Springfield, we’ve rolled right into the second week of December — and you know what that means…
It’s COOKIE WEEK!
That’s right! It’s time to preheat those ovens, sprinkle some sugar, and show some love to our amazing library. Whether you bake, buy, or (like me!) do both, your sweet creations help make the season extra bright.
Holiday Cookie Extravaganza
Saturday, December 13th
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Springfield Library
Walk into a room where tables are overflowing — and I mean overflowing — with every Christmas cookie you can imagine. You grab a bag, fill it with your favorites, leave a donation, and boom: you’ve just supported one of the most magical places in town.
This simple, sweet fundraiser keeps our amazing Springfield Library buzzing with events, programs, and all the community fun we love.
Got a sweet tooth?
Then you absolutely cannot miss this. It’s the BEST cookie day of the year at the library — and yes, every kind of Christmas cookie will be there waiting for you!
See you Saturday — I’ll be the one juggling a plate of cookies in each hand!
Onto - what’s going on this week…
Gift Idea
Pie for the Party, Support for the Library!
Monday Stories
Kids Birth to 5 years old.
Library’s Knit Wednesday program
Book Club at the Library.
RSVP a Sit
Be a Young Writer
Cookies and Cards
They will match you give 5 and they get 10!
Santa's Mailbox at the Library!
All Aboard- which will you Vote for?
Just letting you know early - the party will happen.
First of the Year: Stuffed Animal Sleepover!
Check it out
Check it out!
Omaha Children's Museum!
Medical Made Clear.
Pays to have a library card!
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PRESCHOOL
Westmont Elementary
Cold Weather Apparel
Please be reminded, we will go outside each day, weather permitting. It is very important
that your child arrives at school dressed for colder weather. We do have a few winter weather
items here in the office, however, sending your child with these items is very helpful.
Every year the Knights of Columbus at St. Joseph's Church in Springfield very generously donates coats for children who need them. The cold weather is right around the corner, and we do go to recess outside every day, weather permitting. It gets cold, and every student needs and
deserves a warm coat, hat and gloves. Please plan ahead and check your closets to see what needs you have. Contact me to make arrangements for coats. I will need to know each child's age and size. We keep all requests confidential and discreetly get the coats to you. Please do not
hesitate to either call or email me at 402-895-9602 or
PLEASE do not hesitate to request coats
if needed! Thank you!
Katie Susman
Westmont Elementary School Counselor
December Holiday Break
In an effort to help with your holiday planning, the dismissal schedule is listed below. On Wednesday, Dec. 17 and Thursday, Dec. 18 school will dismiss at 1:10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19, school will dismiss at 11:10 a.m., lunch will not be served. School will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026 at 9:10 a.m.
Sprngfield Elementary News
PTO NEWS
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Platteview High School
They are out Driving now!
ESU#3 Driver Ed is in Full Swing and students are now drivig. ESU#3 will offer classes January 17th, Registration January 7th.
https://www.esu3.org/DE/SPPLCAL
Did you know many insurance companies offer discounts if your student completes Driver Ed? Farmers Insurance goes a step further — we won’t rate your teen driver at all! That’s a huge savings for your family while your student gains safe driving skills.
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Local Business Update
Who made it to It’s Small Business Saturday – Take 2 last weekend?
I had so much fun! I picked up snowman hand-painted wine glasses for a gift exchange and Christmas tree earrings from Robin Nest. Stopped by Keith’s—they’ve been busy, and the history in those brick-and-wood stores is amazing.
Next, Springfield Art Works—Margie was sparkling in red, and her store has one-of-a-kind treasures. I got a cute kitchen towel.
This weekend, Main Street Decor & More has Santa visiting, so grab cookies from the library and you still have time to get on the Nice list!
BIG NEWS!
Mickey’s Tavern is OFFICIALLY OPEN!! Visit them!
They have a Good looking Menu!
Main Street Decor & More
146 Springfield, NE 68059
Boutiques & Specialty Shops
Springfield Artworks
https://www.springfieldartworks.com/
ReMain
Did you know ReMain has a whole lot of music? What a perfect gift for a record player—the warm, rich sound of a record is just unbeatable!
https://www.remainspringfield.com/
The Blind PIG
Something Fun is Brewing at The Blind Pig!
Lets Gather for food and Drinks
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The Robin's Nest –
Mystery & Cozy Vibes at Robin’s Nest!
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Moving onto -
Santa is Coming to Breakfast!
Join us at the Masonic Lodge on Saturday, 12/13, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM for a special breakfast with Santa!
Enjoy pancakes with Santa, make memories, and start the holiday season off right.
Don’t miss it — see you there!
Santa’s annual visit at the Fire Station is almost here! If you’ve never been… go!!
Santa will arrive at 6 PM. Each family will get to stroll down Santa Claus Lane, visit with Santa, and leave with a bag of goodies—and memories that will last a lifetime.
Give the gift of life! Springfield Community Blood Drive at American Legion Post 143 this Sunday, December 14!
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Joy in the Display
The St. Joseph Catholic Church Nativity set is out, and it looks wonderful!
“A big thank you to the Knights of Columbus and parishioners who helped set up the Nativity scene on Thanksgiving morning—just in time before winter arrived over the weekend.”
The St. Joseph Catholic Church Nativity set is out, and it looks wonderful!
“A big thank you to the Knights of Columbus and parishioners who helped set up the Nativity scene on Thanksgiving morning—just in time before winter arrived over the weekend.”
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
St. Joseph Catholic Church
See details and register the kiddos at: www.scbne.org
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It's Springfield History
When JoAnn Ostransky was a young girl, an elderly neighbor gifted her a European Santa doll bank. This present sparked a lifelong passion for collecting Santa Claus memorabilia. By 1986,
JoAnn had amassed over one hundred Santas, with most of her collection being gifts from family, friends, and neighbors. Often, a Santa was acquired during someone's travels when theyencountered a unique find. To keep her collection organized, JoAnn cataloged each Santa by number, date received, and the person who gave it to her. Some of her remarkable items include Santa figures such as Hawaiian, West German, hook rug creations, music boxes, Coca-Cola glasses, clocks, ashtrays, and dolls. JoAnn was a long-time resident of the Springfield area, where she taught in rural schools before marrying Fred Ostransky and becoming a farm wife.
After raising her three children, she transitioned to a role as a substitute teacher with theSpringfield-Platteview schools. JoAnn always embraced the significance of Christ's birth and
Christmas but also believed that Santa played a role in the Christmas season.
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Insurance Tip– Put the phone down but use it for a discount.
Drive Safe and Save!
Did you know cell phones are one of the biggest causes of accidents on the road? With Farmers Insurance, we encourage drivers to use the Signal® app, which promotes safer driving—and can even earn you extra savings on your policy.
For teen drivers, many insurance companies offer discounts when students complete Driver Ed. At Farmers, we go a step further—we won’t rate your teen driver at all! That’s huge savings for your family, while your student gains essential safe driving skills. Right now, we’re beating prices like crazy!
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Fit Tip of the Week - Holiday Hustle
It’s cookie week—go ahead, enjoy a treat, but don’t forget to save some for Santa! The biggest secret to fitness? Showing up. Do the work consistently, and in just a few months, you’ll see the results of your effort. Keep moving, stay consistent, and let your holiday hustle pay off!
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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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211 Main Street
Louisville, NE
$7 at the door; Kids 12 & under, FREE!
UPCOMING SHOWS:
TBA
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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Louisville Food Bank dates
Louisville Food Bank
Open 6:00-7:00pm
213 Main Street (inside Hope’s Closet)
Dec 18
Updates can be found here >>
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A Sweet Tradition: Cookies for Santa
The tradition of leaving cookies started in medieval Europe, where treats were offered to guests as a warm welcome. By the 1800s, European immigrants brought it to the U.S., and over time it became the holiday custom we know and love—leaving a plate of cookies and a glass of milk for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve.
It’s a small gesture that spreads big joy… and a little extra magic for Santa.
Ho Ho Ho, he definitely approves!
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