Springfield Wednesday Newsletter - March 25th
Welcome Back!
Hey Springfield, No joke—April 1st is just two weeks away.
Let’s kick off April the right way and come together as a community at:
Mickey’s Tavern
166 S 2nd St, Springfield, NE 68059
April 1st (No foolin’!)
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Booster Club Mixer & Mingle
Hosted by the Platteview Boosters
- Meet new people
- Learn what the Booster Club is all about
- Find out how you can get involved as a member or board member
Appetizers and snacks will be provided—just bring yourself and come ready to connect.
Events like this are what make Springfield strong. It’s about showing up, supporting each other, and building something bigger together.
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The Friends of the Library are always looking for help with donations and event support. It’s a great way to give back and celebrate what makes Springfield special.
New Date: Thursday, March 26
Come hang out, meet the team, and learn how you can get involved with the Friends of the Library.
Springfield Masonic Lodge Community Egg Hunt
The countdown is on for a Springfield tradition — the Annual Springfield Masonic Lodge Community Egg Hunt! This is such a great event that many families look forward to every year. The Masonic Lodge always does an amazing job putting it together, and the kids have a blast hunting eggs and receiving some really nice prizes and gifts.
Be sure to mark your calendars and bring the kids out for a fun morning!
Pickleball at the Community Building
Pickleball is now happening at the Community Building and it’s becoming a fun midweek activity.
Tuesdays & Thursdays
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Spots are limited, so you’ll need to reserve a one-hour time slot in advance. Participants must be 19 or older, and registration requires a Facility Use Agreement, liability waiver, and ID copy.
Grab a friend, get active, and come enjoy some fun at the Community Building! Spring officially begins March 20, and warmer weather should be on the way — even if it doesn’t feel like it yet. It’s supposed to warm up by the end of the week we might even see 80 degrees.
2026 Farmers Market – Save the Date!
June 28
July 26
August 23
September 27
Reminder: The Farmers Market Wants You!
All our favorite vendors are gearing up for another amazing season — and maybe you want to be part of it with your product! Let’s make this our biggest year yet. The Farmers Market is all about community: supporting local businesses, reconnecting with familiar faces, and enjoying a fun day together.Spread the word! Know someone who would make a great vendor? Or just want to come out, shop local, and soak in the atmosphere? We’d love to see you there!
Now onto other fun in Springfield
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Story Time
March Madness Bracket Challenge!
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This Saturday its Chili time!
Cook chili...bake cinnamon rolls...or both! No need to preregister! Just make the best recipes you can find and bring your chili and/or cinnamon rolls to the Methodist Church at 6:30pm on Saturday, March 28th!
Check it out.
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Check it out!
Omaha Children's Museum!
Pays to have a library card!
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SAVE THE DATE
Springfield — OMG is coming back and Golden Rose Homestead will be at the OMG Vintage Market next month, hosted by our friends at ReMain. It’s at the Springfield Community Center on April 18–19, from 9 AM to 4 PM.
It’s one of those markets that’s just fun to wander — vintage treasures, handmade goods, antiques, and all kinds of unique finds from small businesses.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8E60QPqktxdwz9DPsToPwiwtLLzgil97EtObI4LEK6Sbrbg/viewform
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Westmont Elementary
Report Cards Report cards for the 3rd quarter were sent home with all students today. Please take some time to look these over with your child. If you have any questions, feel free to contact your child’s teacher.
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Sprngfield Elementary
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Platteview High School
Did you know?All money raised by the Trojan Zone goes to our TZ Staff of Seniors in the form of Scholarships!
www.thetrojanzone.com
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Local Business Update
Shop downtown. It hits different.
Every purchase supports the people behind the businesses we love.
Sweet Rice Thai Food
103 Vicky Jane Boutique
Style is about to Bloom!
The store is packed with so many new arrivals and we just added a bunch of goodies to sale too 
Perfect excuse to get out, enjoy the spring weather, and come say hiiii!!! 103 Main St Springfield NE
Main Street Decor & More
They offer a wide variety of gift items for your or that special someone. Lots of new cute trendy outfits. From women’s and children’s boutique clothing to wood and home décor, candles, and more — there’s something for everyone.
Springfield Artworks and Margie Trembley Chapeaux
Easter is getting close
Great Easter decor ready for you
Open Thurs-Sat 11-4
Sunday 12-3
Glenn and Margie
https://www.springfieldartworks.com/
ReMain - Raw Honey.
Raw, unfiltered honey isn’t just sweet — it actually has real benefits. It can help soothe a sore throat, calm a cough, and even give a steadier boost of energy than regular sugar. Many people also use a small daily spoonful of local raw honey during allergy season.
Just make sure it’s truly raw and unfiltered (usually cloudy and may crystallize). And remember — never give honey to infants under 1 year old.
https://www.remainspringfield.com/
The Blind PIG
Just a fun place to hang out!
Mickey’s Tavern
delicious cocktails in Springfield, Ne.
Hours: T,W,Th- 11am-10pm
F, Sat-11am-11pm
Sun-10am-3pm
(Kitchen closes at 9pm except Sundays at 2pm)
Major holidays - Closed
Order some takeout from Mickey's.
We're hiring! Call, email, or submit an inquiry today to learn more! https://shspt.sh/4zrR7m
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22Halio Media - Platteview Graduate is an IT specialist! — Powering American Business with Technology Services
https://support.22halomedia.com/index.php
+1 (402) 885-9093
+1 (719) 722-7843Reach out:
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Allied Heating and Cooling
We're a locally owned and operated HVAC company built on something simple: doing quality work and treating customers right.
Text or call us at 402-739-9959 or email us at
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Reflections Auto Detailing
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St. Joseph Catholic Church St.
Join St. Joseph Catholic Church, 100 S. 9th St., Springfield, NE 68059, for a Lenten meal during four Fridays in Lent. The event lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes and is open to the public—anyone on or off Facebook is welcome. Enjoy fish, shrimp, mac and cheese, cheese pizza, green beans, and more. Bring your family, invite a friend, and savor both a great meal and great community.WEEKEND MASSES
Saturdays – 5 PM
Sundays – 7AM & 9 AM
Confessions 45 minutes before Mass
DAILY MASSES
Monday – 8 AM
Tuesday-Friday 6:45 AM
Anointing Mass: First Fridays 2 PM
First Saturdays – 8 AM
Confessions 30 minutes before Mass
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
See details and register the kiddos at: www.scbne.org
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Stony Brook Church
SPRINGFIELD — You Are Welcomed! We are back in the Community Building and ready to worship! Please join us this Wednesday at 6:30 PM.
Kid Life services will be held on the lower level, and Adult services will take place on the main floor. We invite you to come enjoy some coffee, find community, and get connected.
Come join us for worship, prayer, and community!
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Springfield History
The History of Firefighting in Springfield
Since the founding of the village of Springfield, fires were initially fought by dedicated volunteers. In 1905, the community came together to establish a volunteer fire department with C.W. Owen as president, E.J. Quinley as secretary, and C.F. Calhoun as fire chief. In those early
days, fires were tackled using a bucket brigade until a hose cart pumper became available to be either hooked up to a horse or rolled to the fire scene.
In 1936, a used GMC truck was refurbished and outfitted with a hose, ladder, and chemical tank by fire volunteers E. Donald Schmidt and Ted Mundell. The fire truck and firefighting equipment were stored in Kiger’s Garage, located at 205 So. 1st Street. Fire calls were handled there, and alarms were sounded from Kiger’s Garage.
Springfield Volunteer Fire Department’s first fire truck driven by John Kiger in 1936.
Kiger’s Garage, 205 So. 1 st Street
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Springfield NOW
Event by Springfield Business Association
756 Main St, Springfield, NE 68059-5701, United States
Duration: 2 hr
Public · Anyone
Join us for the SBA Annual Meeting! We’ll cover key updates from the past year, share important website information including how members log in and access resources, and hold Board Elections. This is a great opportunity to stay informed, have your voice heard, and connect with fellow members.
All SBA members are encouraged to attend. We look forward to seeing you there
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Insurance Tip – of the Week
Replacing a damaged utility line can be very expensive. Unless you have the proper coverage on your home insurance, that expense will likely fall entirely on the homeowner. Let us know if you would like to review your home insurance.
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Fit Tip of the Week: Squat
Weak legs? You can still squat.
Start simple:
Sit down on a chair, then stand back up.
Use assistance if needed—hold onto something, even a walker.
The key is practice, practice, practice. The squat is a full-body movement:
- Legs
- Core
- Balance
- Strength
There’s a reason it’s called the king of exercises.
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Meet Adoptable Pets! >>
Buddy and Tia: 2 fosters looking for their forever homes 🥰
Buddy is a 2yr old Lab mix and Tia is 10yr old puppy mill release Maltese Mix.
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!
SHOWS:
Acoustic Jam Session
Sunday, March 29th, 2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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
Open 6:00-7:00pm
213 Main Street (inside Hope’s Closet)
Here are our 2nd and 4th Thursdays dates for 2026. Please note that November & December change to the 1st and 3rd Thursdays to work around the holidays.
LOUISVILLE FOOD BANK DATES
Mar 26
Apr 9, 23
May 14, 28
June 11, 25
July 9, 23
Aug 13, 27
Sept 10, 24
Oct 8, 22
Nov 5, 19
Dec 3, 17
Updates can be found here >>
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Did you know?
Fish Fries aren’t just about good food—they come from a long-standing tradition in the Catholic Church during the season of Lent. For centuries, Catholics have avoided meat on Fridays as a form of sacrifice and reflection—but fish was allowed, which led to the tradition we still enjoy today.
Over time, churches turned that simple practice into something bigger—bringing communities together. Here in Springfield, St. Joseph Church has carried that tradition forward, serving meals, sharing time, and strengthening connections year after year.
Funny how something rooted in sacrifice became a reason to gather, connect, and build community—just like the small habits we stick with every day
What do you call a fish wearing a bowtie?
Sofishticated.
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