Welcome Back!
Hey Springfield! We’re in a season of abundance — harvest is in full swing, and you can practically smell fall in the air (and maybe a little dust too — ACHOO!).
There’s lots happening around town and in our schools as we move deeper into October. Between fall festivals, conference tournaments, and parent-teacher conferences, it’s a busy and exciting time for families and students alike.
Take a moment to enjoy the crisp mornings, colorful leaves, and that feeling of community that makes Springfield so special this time of year.
What's happening in Springfield
If you’re looking for something out of this world, you can even check out the library’s telescope. Nebraska’s night skies have been showing off lately—clear evenings are perfect for spotting planets, constellations.
Open 1 hour earlier on Wednesday
Kids Birth to 5 years old.
Library’s Knit Wednesday program
Book Club at the Library.
Last Monday of the Month
Check it out!
Omaha Children's Museum!
Medical Made Clear. you know you have questions
Pays to have a library card!
Coming up.
Its BACK!
BINGO
--------------
Growing in Springfield: Got Garden FALL Garden Questions? They have Answers!
--------------
Westmont Elementary
Parent/Teacher Conferences
Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday, October 15 and Thursday, October 16
from 2-7 p.m. School will dismiss at 1:10 p.m. each day and school will not be in session on
Friday, October 17. T
They work for Food
well kinda- sign up for Snacks and Drinks for Parent Teacher Conferences
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A49AEAD23A6FEC43-59171080-snacks
________________
The PTO continues to sell wristbands for the Fall Harvest Festival.
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!
Book Fair
The book fair will be taking place during Parent/Teacher Conferences, and after school on Monday and Tuesday.
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!
--------------------
Sprngfield Elementary News
Keep Springfield Clean
-------------
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 January 17th.
Parent Teahcers confenses
Wednesday, October 15 - 1:25 Release Schedule.
Conferences 2:00-5:00 (5-5:30 Staff Lunch Break)
5:30-7:30
Thursday, October 16 - 1:25 Release Schedule.
Conferences 2:00-5:00 (5-5:30 Staff Lunch Break)
5:30-7:30
Friday, October 17 - NO SCHOOL
Football Game Schedule with fun themes -RED WHITE AND BLUE-
---------------
Springfield Artworks- Where Fashion Meets Festivity:
Nov. 6–9 (Thur–Sat 10–5, Sun 12–3) for our annual holiday open house with Springfield & Louisville shops!
New goodies, gifts, and a fresh look this year — think pink, silver, and white!
We’ll be closed Oct. 22–25 to recharge before the festivities.
ReMain Has Honey!
Big fan of hot honey? Then you’ll want to buy it local! I bought a jar and STILL lovein it!
The Blind Pig
Not only yummy BAR food — did you know?
The Blind Pig hosts First Friday every month!
Come out, have fun with us, and enjoy great food and good company!
Kitchen is receiving great reviews!
---------------
The Robin's Nest –
Robins Nest Holiday Open House Nov 6-9 and A Small Town Christmas is Nov 8th with most of stores on Main Street.
---------------
Save the Date
S
---------------
22Halio Media - Platteview Graduate!
As of today, October 15, 2025, the official end of standard support for Windows 10 (version 22H2 for Home and Pro users) was October 14, 2025. This means Microsoft will no longer provide regular security updates or technical support for Windows 10 going forward.
Call Joey Brinkman for assistance
Call or Text:
+1 (402) 885-9093
+1 (719) 722-7843
https://support.22halomedia.com
---------------
Reflections Auto Detailing
--------------
Personal property list >>
Cars list >>
--------------
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 Happened in Springfield
The winner of the 1986 contest to guess the “Guess My Weight and Take Me Home Pumpkin” was Springfield Elementary third grade student, Jenny Meister. The contest was held by the Omaha K-Mart store on 120th & West Center Rd. Jenny’s guess of 200-lbs. was placed in a hat with other close guesses and she was the lucky winner. It took three men to place the 204-lb. pumpkin in the back of the Meister’s pickup truck. Arriving home with the pumpkin, it was rolled out of the truck on a ramp. After carving the 84-inch girth, Jenny and her sister Beth, could climb in and out of the very large pumpkin.
Pictured: (left to right) Beth and Jenny Meister
---------------
Insurance Tip– Good coverage matters!
Make sure to get a quote! We’re offering great premiums with solid coverage options. Stay protected and keep full coverage—it’s worth it when you need it most.
-------------
Fit Tip of the Week - Get rooted in the season. Eat fresh.
seasonal produce that fuels performance, supports recovery, and keeps you feeling your best as the weather shifts. God’s design provides exactly what our bodies need — right on time, every season.
Apples & Pears → October’s fruits of the month.
They help stabilize blood sugar, support heart and brain health, and promote glowing skin thanks to soluble fiber (pectin).
Grapes → Tiny antioxidant powerhouses.
Packed with polyphenols and resveratrol, they support heart health, circulation, and cognitive function — perfect for active recovery.
Sweet Potatoes & Squash → Your grounding carbs.
Loaded with beta-carotene, potassium, and resistant starch, they balance hormones, sustain energy, and nourish gut health while supporting vision and immunity.
Beets → Circulation and endurance fuel.
Rich in nitrates and folate, they enhance blood flow, boost stamina, and help your body recover faster.
Roasted Autumn Bowl
Ingredients:
- 1 medium sweet potato, cubed
- 1 cup cubed butternut squash
- 1 medium beet, peeled and diced
- 1 apple, sliced
- 2 cups baby greens (spinach or arugula)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Baja Gold sea salt + cracked pepper
- Optional: sprinkle of cinnamon + drizzle of tahini
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Toss sweet potato, squash, and beet with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Roast 25–30 minutes until tender.
- Add apple slices for the final 5 minutes of roasting.
- Serve over greens, drizzle with tahini, and sprinkle cinnamon if desired.
This bowl hits the perfect balance of complex carbs, fiber, antioxidants, and minerals — everything your body needs to recover, perform, and feel grounded.
This is what becoming the Ultimate Human is all about — using what the Good Lord and nature give us to optimize performance, resilience, and recovery
--------------
--------------
------------
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.
------------------
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.
* * *
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!
* * *
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!
* * * * *
Email for more information:
---------------
Louisville Food Bank dates
Louisville Food Bank
Open 6:00-7:00pm
213 Main Street (inside Hope’s Closet)
Oct 9
Oct 23
Nov 6
Nov 20
Dec 4
Dec 18
Updates can be found here >>
---------
Confucius states, “Virtue is not left to stand alone. He who practices it will have neighbors.” — Analects
Seneca (Roman philosopher, writer, and statesman who lived from around 4 BCE to 65 CE). said all art imitates nature—and maybe that’s why being outdoors moves us so deeply. The body, the landscape, the rhythm of a good ride—they’re all part of the same masterpiece.
------------------------
Thank you to all Springfield E-Newsletter readers.
PLEASE HELP THE EDITOR!
Help make the newsletter better! Your news is needed for the Springfield electronic newsletter. Post-school, organizational, and sporting announcements. Birthday and anniversary announcements are welcome, also. Send photos and fliers. Get the word out to everyone in Springfield and beyond. Please have your info in by Monday 10 pm. Email all news and photos to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
-----------------------------
Community Sustaining Sponsors 2025
2025 Community Sustaining Sponsor
2025 Community Sustaining Sponsor
2025 Community Sustaining Sponsor
2025 Community Sustaining Sponsor
2025 Community Sustaining Sponsor
2025 Community Sustaining Sponsor
2025 Community Sustaining Sponsor
2025 Community Sustaining Sponsor
2025 Community Sustaining Sponsor
2025 Community Sustaining Sponsor
2025 Community Sustaining Sponsor
2025 Community Sustaining Sponsor
2025 Community Sustaining Sponsor