SPRINGFIELD WEDNESDAY NEWSLETTER

Welcome Back Springfield!

As we kick off the first week of school, It's the perfect time to welcome everyone back and focus on making this school year the best one yet.

Safety First: Watch for Younger Drivers

With school back in session, there are more young drivers on the roads. It's important for all of us to be extra cautious. Whether you're dropping off your kids or just passing through school zones, remember to slow down, stay alert, and be patient. Younger drivers are still gaining experience, and your extra caution can help prevent accidents.

With that being Said, First what is going on in Springfield - Driver Ed is once again being held at Platteview HS. Keep in Mind, it could get your a discount on your insurance policy.

2024 Fall Driver Education

Requirements:

Must be 15 years of age by class start.
Learners Permit or School Permit from the DMV of Nebraska required.
Access to a computer/cell phone and email for online testing.
Complete 20 hours of classroom instruction.
Limit: 25 students per session.
Driving lessons arranged with the instructor. Practice outside of class required. DMV-approved road test completion necessary.

Classroom Dates:

Sept. 21 - Nov. 9
In-Person: Saturdays, Sept. 21 - Oct. 19
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Platteview High School
https://www.esu3.org/DE/SPPLCAL
Now onto -

Library FUN

Every Wednesday!

Empower Yourself with Library Tech Training

Monday Lego Mania: Build, Create, Play!

Book Bingo Bonanza: Read, Play, Win!

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Great High School Job!

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It Happened in Springfield

Xenia School, District #17

Students and their teacher posing at the school.

The one-room country school, Xenia School, was located on

192nd & Buffalo Rd. The school

first began in 1864 belonging to the town of Xenia. The small town of Xenia also included a post office, blacksmith shop, and general store. In 1880 a new building was constructed for students to attend.

As town of Springfield began to grow many of the businesses and residents of Xenia drifted away.

The school building began to serve other purposes for the community such as a polling place, dance hall, and other social events.

Students who attended Xenia School recalled

electricity being installed in 1946, but the school had no indoor plumbing.

Their water came from a well outside. Students brought their lunches every day and stored them in the cloak room near the back of the school.

The teacher was the whole staff. She was the principal,

nurse, and custodian. Sadly, Xenia School closed after the 1958-1959 school year. The school building burned down in 1995.

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Fall Vegetable Gardening
And just like that we are getting ready to plant cool season crops again. Fall crops are a great way to extend your garden season. Options include radishes, spinach, turnips, peas, lettuce, kale, and kohlrabi.

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Make your money do some earning!

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HAPPENING NEARBY

Unveiling the Hidden Gem: Come Jam at Our Secret Spot!

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.

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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 air-conditoned comfort and support our concession stand - fresh, popped popcorn, candy bars, soft drinks and bottled water.

UPCOMING SATURDAY NIGHT SHOWS

7:30~10 PM

August 24 ~ Rayne McGill

September 14 ~Jacob Austin Band

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AMPLIFIED JAM SESSIONS

2nd Sunday each month
1-4 pm

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ACOUSTIC JAM SESSIONS

UPDATE, acoustic jams now on the LAST Sunday of the month
1-4 pm
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:
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Larry, 1-402-949-0668.