Community Calendar 113023

Thursday, Nov. 30

Fillmore County GriefShare will meet on Thursday, Nov. 30 at the Geneva Public Library Small Meeting Room from 2 to 4 p.m.

Fillmore County GriefShare will meet on Thursday, Nov. 30 at the Geneva Public Library Small Meeting Room from 7 to 9 p.m.

Santa Claus is coming to York! Come and visit Santa’s Hut at Kilgore Memorial Library in York on Thursday, Nov. 30 from 5 – 7 p.m. Spanish speaking helpers will be available. Kids can drop off their Letters to Santa in the mailbox on Santa’s Hut from now until Dec. 18.

Kilgore Memorial Library will host a Humanities Lecture entitled “Citizens Speak Against Censorship” on Thursday, Nov. 30 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting will be held at First Congregational United Church of Christ in Geneva on Thursday, Nov. 30 starting at 8 p.m.

Children’s Storytime with Lisa will be held on Thursday, Nov. 30 at 4 p.m. at Espressions in Aurora. A story and craft for children ages 3-8 (guardian must be present) will take place.

The Citizen Advocacy End of the Year Banquet will be held on Thursday, Nov. 30 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Chances ‘R’ Beer Garden. Country pan fried chicken, fried steak, homemade mashed potatoes, corn, beans, tossed salad, sweet fluff salad and a dinner roll will be served.

The American Red Cross is experiencing a national blood shortage. Your donation is urgently needed. The next local blood drive is at the American Legion Club in Milligan on Thursday, Nov. 30 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Please sign up online at redcrossblood.org or contact Mary E. Uldrich at 402.629.4455 to schedule an appointment.

Friday, Dec. 1

Rusty Antiques and Gatherings on the Blue will host the Holiday Gathering with Antiques, Crafts, Friend, Beer & Wine on Friday, Dec. 1 from 4 – 9 p.m. at Bottle Rocket Brewery, located at 230 South 5th Street in Seward. This sale will feature all of the great junk, crafts, candles, gifts, holiday décor, antiques, primitives and collectibles you all love to find at our sales at Gatherings on the Blue and Rusty Antiques BUT inside a fabulous brewery in Seward.

At Remembering Angels, Tabitha Hospice’s annual remembrance service, we light angels in memory of all Clients we have had the privilege to serve in 2023. Attendees will receive an angel ornament to remember their loved one. A service will be held in York on Friday, Dec. 1 at 4 p.m. at Foster Park located at E 2nd St. in York.

Espressions in Aurora will hold Game Night on Friday, Dec. 1 starting at 6 p.m. come and play a new game or bring an old favorite.

The Centennial Preschool, K — 2nd, 3rd – 4th programs will be held on Friday, Dec. 1 at 6, 6:45 and 7:45 p.m.

Family Storytime with Mrs. B will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Friday, Dec. 1 at 10:30 a.m.

York Parks and Rec will host a Middle School ‘Lock-In” at the York Community Center on Friday, Dec. 1 from 9 until 11 p.m. for students in grades 6 – 8. We will be eating snacks, watching a movie, swimming and playing games in the gym. This will be a night you do not want to miss!

Saturday, Dec. 2

Rusty Antiques and Gatherings on the Blue will host the Holiday Gathering with Antiques, Crafts, Friend, Beer & Wine on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Bottle Rocket Brewery, located at 230 South 5th Street in Seward. This sale will feature all of the great junk, crafts, candles, gifts, holiday décor, antiques, primitives and collectibles you all love to find at our sales at Gatherings on the Blue and Rusty Antiques BUT inside a fabulous brewery in Seward.

Come burn off some energy and have a great morning of play during Munchkin Mornings on Saturday, Dec. 2 at the York Community Center from 10 until 11 a.m. The basketball court will be set up with all the best including bumper cars, scooters, mini bounce house and more. In the Party Room off of Fun City, we will have a Play-Doh station with all colors and toys to make some masterpieces! Open to kids ages 5 and under.

Join Chapter A for their Cookie Walk on Saturday, Dec. 2 at the Presbyterian Church from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. Tickets are $1 and cookies cost $7 a dozen. A Christmas tradition for 30 years, Chapter A’s theme is “Happy Huladays”. Hawaiian shirts and grass skirts are most welcome! Come enjoy fellowship and delicious treats.

Santa Claus is coming to York! Come and visit Santa’s Hut at Kilgore Memorial Library in York on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Kids can drop off their Letters to Santa in the mailbox on Santa’s Hut from now until Dec. 18.

Chess Club will be held at Espressions in Aurora on Saturday, Dec. 2 at 2 p.m. Come and hang out with fellow chess enthusiasts at Espressions.

Breakfast with Santa will be held on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9 – 10 a.m. at the Gresham Community Center.

High Plains will hold their Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 2.

Stromsburg will hold their Swedish Konditori on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 4th Street Coffee.

Lego Club will meet on Saturday, Dec. 2 at 10 a.m. at Kilgore Memorial Library in York. Elementary aged and older children are invited to come and free build with Legos. We have many sets they can build or loose Legos are available for them to come up with their own designs.

Sunday, Dec. 3

This coed 6v6 Holly Jolly Volleyball Tournament is just what you need to get ready for the holiday season! We will be playing surrounded by festive lights and holiday music in the background on Sunday, Dec. 3 starting at 10 a.m. at the York Elementary School Gym. Open to ages 18+. This will be a pool play format followed by a tournament. Team registration forms/waivers are available online at www.yorkparksandrec.com or at the Community Center. For rules or any other information, contact York Parks & Recreation at 402-363-2630.

Sippin’ with Santa will be held on Sunday, Dec. 3 in Downtown Geneva from 12 until 4 p.m. Mugs can be pre-purchased from select retail businesses in downtown Geneva for $7 or by contacting Lori at Geneva Home Center. Then stroll the streets of the Geneva Square with that mug on December 3rd and get it filled with a yummy treat at participating businesses. Hop on a carriage for a ride around the square and get some pictures with Santa as well.

The Geneva Arts Council presents Holiday Tour of Homes Geneva, Nebraska, on Sunday, Dec. 3 from 1 to 5 p.m. Take a tour of four houses in Geneva: Todd & Megan Burda’s, James & Melissa Knight’s, Lucas Swartzendruber’s and Richard & Nancy Kohler’s. Tickets are $20 and available at Heartland Bank, Weaver Pharmacy, and Brick Road Boutique.

The Geneva Senior Center Soup Supper will be held on Sunday, Dec. 3 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the VFW Hall located at 109 South 10th Street in Geneva. Sloppy Joes, soup and dessert will be served. Quarts of chili, chicken noodle and veggie beef will also be for sale. A free will offering will be taken with all proceeds going to the Geneva Senior Center.

Carriage rides around the Geneva square will be available from 2 to 5 p.m. starting at Eddies Gas Station at 701 G Street.

The York Elks Lodge will hold a Memorial Service at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 3.

The Seward Rotary Club and Seward FBLA Holiday Home Lighting Contest will be held on Sunday Dec 3 at 6 p.m. Nominations can be emailed to Clark Kolterman at or call Clark at 402-641-8522 or Sandy Wright at 402-643-3602. Please include name and address of nomination.

Monday, Dec. 4

GriefShare, a video series combined with a support group discussion, will be held on Monday, Dec. 4 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. at New Heights Church located at 1522 S. Grant in York. For more information call the church office at 402.362.6357 or send an email to .

The American Legion Auxiliary will meet Monday, Dec. 4, at Chances “R” at 6 p.m. for a Christmas party. Please bring a funny gift up to $10 for a gift exchange. Please RSVP to Marcia Witmer at 402-366-1918 by Friday, Dec 1.

Come learn with York Parks and Rec during Mini Masterminds! We will learn and practice writing our names in many fun ways, work on shapes, colors, sensory, fine-motor skills and lots of other school preparation. Open to children ages 3 – 5 years old and held at the York Community Center on Monday, Dec. 4 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The McCool Jct. K-6 Christmas Concert will be presented on Monday, Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m.

Lisa’s Book Club will meet on Monday, Dec. 4 at Espressions in Aurora at 5:30 p.m. The current book being read is “The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels” by India Holton. New members are always welcome.

The monthly Senior Dinner will be held on Monday, Dec. 4 at noon at the Gresham Community Center.

Henderson will hold their annual “Spirit of Christmas” on Monday, Dec. 4 from 5 to 7 p.m. Main Street will be bustling with open houses offering everyone a chance to experience the warmth and hospitality of local businesses.

Now offering on site AA meetings at the Fillmore County Hospital Conference Center on Monday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. Enter through the main entrance. For questions, please contact 402-759-3192.

Tuesday, Dec. 5

The Cross County Elementary Music Concert will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 5 starting at 7 p.m.

The Centennial 5th – 6th, 7th – 8th and 9th – 12th programs will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at 6, 7 and 7:45 p.m.

Hampton will hold Junior High and High School Quiz Bowl practice in the Science Room on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at 7:30 a.m.

York will host their Band Soup Supper at York High School on Tuesday, Dec. 5 from 5 to 6:45 p.m.

York will hold their Holiday Band Concert in the YHS Theater on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m.

Nebraska For Founders’ Values together with York County Republicans will be hosting a Legislature 101 Workshop on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at the Cornerstone Event Center on the York County Fairgrounds. The meeting will start at 7 p.m. doors will open at 6:30 p.m. State Senator Kathleen Kauth will be the guest lecturer and will be speaking on the “Sports & Spaces” bill that she has introduced. This is a hands-on workshop to teach and inspire you on how to be involved with legislation. RSVP’s are preferred by calling 402-366-5735. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend!

Maile’s Book Club will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at Espressions in Aurora at 5 p.m. The club will be reading “The Diary of a Bookseller” by Shawn Bythell. New members are always welcome.

The Gresham Village Board will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at 6 p.m. at the village office.

Dec. 5 — 10

Mark your calendars! Yorkshire Playhouse will be presenting “Miracle on 34th Street” Dec. 5 through 10. Tickets go on sale Monday, Nov. 20.

Wednesday, Dec. 6

Classes at Cross County will dismiss at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 6 for Teacher In Service.

Exercise Class will be held at the York Senior Center on Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 10:30 until 11:15 a.m.

Pinochle will be played at the York Senior Center on Wednesday, Dec. 6 starting at 1 p.m.

The Exeter-Milligan-Friend One Act Team will compete at the State One Act Championships in Norfolk on Wednesday, Dec. 6.

Classes at Fillmore Central will dismiss at 1:05/1:20 and 1:35 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 6.

The Fillmore County Extension Office will host After School 4-H for Grades 3-6: Holidays on Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 1:45 until 3 p.m. at the Extension Office, 1340 G Street in Geneva. Open to ALL youth, do not have to be a 4-H member to participate. Free to attend and snacks and supplies are provided. Register by calling the Extension Office at 402.759.3712.

The Hampton One Act Team will compete at the State One Act Championships in Norfolk on Wednesday, Dec. 6.

Classes at Hampton will dismiss at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 6 for Teacher In Service.

Little Picassos Family Craft Time will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Wednesday, Dec. 6 at 10:30 a.m.

Emmanuel Lutheran Church invites the public to join in for Advent services at 3:30 and 7 p.m. A free will donation baked potato bar will be served between services on Wednesday, Dec. 6. Meal sponsored by the Wednesday Noon Women’s Bible Study with proceeds going toward local missions.

Thursday, Dec. 7

Pinochle will be played at the York Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 7 starting at 1 p.m.

Fillmore County GriefShare will meet on Thursday, Dec. 7 at the Geneva Public Library Small Meeting Room from 2 to 4 p.m.

Santa Claus is coming to York! Come and visit Santa’s Hut at Kilgore Memorial Library in York on Thursday, Dec. 7 from 5 – 7 p.m. Spanish speaking helpers will be available. Kids can drop off their Letters to Santa in the mailbox on Santa’s Hut from now until Dec. 18.

The York Sunrise Sertoma Club will hold their annual Soup Supper on Thursday, Dec. 7 from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the York City Auditorium. The cost is $10 a meal which includes soup, dessert and a drink.

The Annual Spaghetti Supper returns to Fairmont on Thursday, Dec. 7 to benefit the American Freedom Veterans Memorial in Fairmont. Serving will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Fairmont American Legion to be followed by a Silent Auction. A free will donation will be taken. T-shirts and hats available for purchase.

Fillmore County GriefShare will meet on Thursday, Dec. 7 at the Geneva Public Library Small Meeting Room from 7 to 9 p.m.

An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting will be held at First Congregational United Church of Christ in Geneva on Thursday, Dec. 7 starting at 8 p.m.

Heartland will present their Elementary Vocal Concert on Thursday, Dec. 7 at 2:30 p.m. and again at 7 p.m.

The Heartland HEA Soup Supper will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7.

The Fillmore Central One Act Team will compete at the State One Act Championships in Norfolk on Thursday, Dec. 7.

The Centennial One Act Team will compete at the State One Act Championships in Norfolk on Thursday, Dec. 7.

McCool Jct. FFA members will attend a Launch Meeting at UNL on Thursday, Dec. 7 starting at 8 a.m.

Children’s Storytime with Lisa will be held on Thursday, Dec. 7 at 4 p.m. at Espressions in Aurora. A story and craft for children ages 3-8 (guardian must be present) will take place.

It’s time to “Jingle and Mingle” at the Hamilton County Leadership Tomorrow Class Business After Hours on Thursday, Dec. 7 at Poco Creek Golf Club in Aurora from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join in for holiday beverages and appetizers while connecting with other business professionals and meet future leaders of Hamilton County.

The Milligan American Legion Stag & Stagette will be held on Thursday, Dec. 7 at the American Legion Hall. Pork will be served starting at 7 p.m

Friday, Dec. 8

The Daylight Donut Truck will be in the Fairview Manor parking lot on Friday, Dec. 8 from 7 a.m. until 10 a.m. or until sold out.

Friday, Dec. 8 is National Brownie Day and the York Senior Center will be serving brownies for dessert.

Pitch and Rummikub will be played at the York Senior Center on Friday, Dec. 8 starting at 1 p.m.

The York Area Senior Center will host a “Garage Sale” on Friday, Dec. 8 from 1 to 6 p.m. and on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. All donations are welcome and all proceeds go to the Senior Center. If you have items at home that you would like to donate, please bring them down to the Center.

Exeter-Milligan will host a 4-H meeting in the Commons on Friday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m.

Turn in Geneva Retail and Service Events (red Shop Hop Bags) receipts to Eddies Gas Station between noon and 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 8. A winner will be drawn live at 7 p.m.

Centennial will hold D.A.R.E. Graduation on Friday, Dec. 8 at 2:30 p.m. in the CPS-1 Auditorium.

Family Storytime with Mrs. B will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Friday, Dec. 8 at 10:30 a.m.

Parents, still have some holiday shopping or wrapping that needs to be done or just want a night without kids during the craziness of the holidays? Kids, do you enjoy gym time, swimming, movies, pizza, and games? Come out for the Parent’s Night Out — Holiday Edition on Friday, Dec. 8 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the York Community Center. Open to kids ages 3 through 5th Grade.

York Young Professionals will hold an Ugly Sweater Christmas Party on Friday, Dec. 8 at Blended Distilling starting at 7 p.m. Join in for drinks, games and holiday cheer. No RSVP necessary.

Espressions in Aurora will hold Game Night on Friday, Dec. 8 starting at 6 p.m. come and play a new game or bring an old favorite.

All aboard the Polar Express! The Centennial FBLA and FCCLA will host a Family Christmas Party where everyone can enjoy a fun family evening celebrating the spirit of Christmas on Friday, Dec. 8 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Centennial Commons Area. Families with children in elementary school or younger can come meet and take a photo with Santa, write a letter to Santa, make a Christmas ornament, decorate sugar cookies, drink hot chocolate, listen to ‘The Polar Express’ read by FBLA and FCCLA members and do some Christmas coloring. This is a free will donation event to benefit the FBLA and FCCLA chapters. In order to plan for supplies RSVPs are encouraged.

Saturday, Dec. 9

York Parks & Recreation will be teaming up with York Young Professionals again this year to provide a morning of holiday fun during their annual Candy Cane Hunt & Cookie Decorating! We will hide candy canes throughout East Hill Park where we welcome you to come hunt and collect as many of them as possible on Saturday, Dec. 9 starting at 10 a.m. After the hunt, cookies will follow, provided by the York Young Professionals. Open to all ages.

The Christmas Store will be open at the Fillmore County Ag Hall in Geneva on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 8 until 10 a.m.

Santa Claus is coming to York! Come and visit Santa’s Hut at Kilgore Memorial Library in York on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Spanish speaking helpers will be available. Kids can drop off their Letters to Santa in the mailbox on Santa’s Hut from now until Dec. 18.

The Cross County Robotics Team will compete at an Open Robotics Meet at Columbus Lakeview on Saturday, Dec. 9.

Waco will hold a Christmas Community Coffee on Saturday, Dec. 9 at the Waco Community Building from 9 to 11 a.m. Come for a time of fellowship with friends and give the kids a chance to meet Santa and do some Christmas crafts and cookie decorating. Bring a friend, sit, drink coffee or juice and have a donut while enjoying the company of your friends and neighbors.

Lego Club will meet on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 10 a.m. at Kilgore Memorial Library in York. Elementary aged and older children are invited to come and free build with Legos. We have many sets they can build or loose Legos are available for them to come up with their own designs.

The York Academic Decathlon Team will compete on Saturday, Dec. 9.

Local artist, Cindy McClellan, is offering a Wire Flower Bouquet sculpture class, at Espressions coffee shop in Aurora on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 1 — 4 p.m. In this class you will learn wire bending techniques to create your very own full bouquet of flowers. You get to keep your bouquet. This class is limited to 8 people. You must register in advance. All your supplies are provided. We hope you’ll join us for a cup of coffee or tea and get your creative juices flowing!

Chess Club will be held at Espressions in Aurora on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. Come and hang out with fellow chess enthusiasts at Espressions.

Sunday, Dec. 10

The Benedict Community Church will hold their Sunday School Christmas program at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 10. The next Moving Forward meeting will be held that day at 2:30 p.m. and at 4 p.m. will be Carols and Cocoa. Church members will be caroling around the community before returning to the church for hot cocoa, cookies and an outdoor tree lighting.

The 2nd Annual Heart of the Holidays Festival will be held on Sunday, Dec. 10 at the York City Auditorium from 1 to 5 p.m. Starting at 1 p.m. come and enjoy some ice skating fun for the whole family. Make delicious s’mores at “S’moresville”, enjoy a Nativity Walk, see Santa’s reindeer and explore downtown York in a horse drawn carriage ride. Come and take pictures with Santa after his grand arrival on the York Fire Department’s Fire truck escorted by York’s Police Department at 2 p.m. At 2:45 p.m. the movie “The Grinch” will be shown in the Auditorium basement. There will be crafts, cookie decorating, food trucks, carolers, hot chocolate, cider, games, children’s books, the chance to create stuffed animals, balloon making, magic reindeer food, Christmas movie characters, dancing, music and puppet shows. At 4:15 p.m. a snowball fight will be held in the Auditorium basement and at 4:45 p.m. a balloon drop will take place. At 5:15 p.m. there will be a Christmas Light Parade and the skating rink will close at 8 p.m.

The Fillmore Central One Act Team will give an Encore Performance on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 1:30 p.m.

Henderson Health Care will hold a Hospital, Clinic & Surgical Suite Open House on Sunday, Dec. 10 from 1 to 3 p.m. HHCS is thrilled to extend an invitation for the open house of their newly constructed, state-of-the-art Surgical Suite. Join in for an enlightening and engaging open house even where you can witness firsthand all of the construction and renovation that has taken place on their campus over the last two years. Refreshments will be available and their team will be on hand to answer any questions about their facility, services of the advanced procedures they are performing. Please park in the employee parking lot at the north end of campus and enter through the Legacy Square main entrance.

The McCool Jct. FBLA Jingle Ball Dodge Ball Tournament will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 10.

Monday, Dec. 11

Exercise Class will be held at the York Senior Center on Monday, Dec. 11 from 10:30 until 11:15 a.m.

Bridge and Dominos will be played at the York Senior Center on Monday, Dec. 11 starting at 1 p.m.

There will be no classes at Exeter-Milligan for grades K-5 on Monday, Dec. 11.

Exeter-Milligan will hold their Science Olympiad on Monday, Dec. 11.

Come learn with York Parks and Rec during Mini Masterminds! We will learn and practice writing our names in many fun ways, work on shapes, colors, sensory, fine-motor skills and lots of other school preparation. Open to children ages 3 – 5 years old and held at the York Community Center on Monday, Dec. 11 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The Centennial Board of Education will meet on Monday, Dec. 11 at 8 p.m.

Lisa’s Book Club will meet on Monday, Dec. 11 at Espressions in Aurora at 5:30 p.m. The current book being read is “The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels” by India Holton. New members are always welcome.

A Hispanic Community Meeting will be held on Monday, Dec. 11 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the York Chamber office.

The Hampton FFA Chapter will meet on Monday, Dec. 11 at 6:30 p.m.

The Cross County School Board will meet on Monday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m.

The Exeter-Milligan/Friend FFA Chapter will meet in Friend on Monday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m.

GriefShare, a video series combined with a support group discussion, will be held on Monday, Dec. 11 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. at New Heights Church located at 1522 S. Grant in York. For more information call the church office at 402.362.6357 or send an email to .

Members of the Heartland NHS, FBLA and FFA will go Can Caroling on Monday, Dec. 11 from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Leave your light on as several groups of students will be singing carols around town and collecting cans of food to be donated.

Now offering on site AA meetings at the Fillmore County Hospital Conference Center on Monday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. Enter through the main entrance. For questions, please contact 402-759-3192.

The Heartland School Board will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 11.

The Fillmore Central Grades 7-12 Winter Concert will be held on Monday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m.

The Teen Activities Group (TAG) will meet on Monday, Dec. 11 from 7 until 9 p.m. at the Geneva Public Library Large Meeting Room.

The Fillmore Central School Board will meet on Monday, Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m.

The McCool Jct. Board of Education will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 11.

The High Plains School Board will meet in Clarks on Monday, Dec. 11 at 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 12

The York Senior Center will hold their Works in Progress on Tuesday, Dec. 12 from 9:30 – 11 a.m.

Pitch will be played at the York Senior Center on Tuesday, Dec. 12 starting at 1 p.m.

National Poinsettia Day is Tuesday, Dec. 12 at the York Senior Center will have extra flowers at the Center.

MOPS, a faith-based organization where mothers from pregnancy through preschoolers can come together to share the joys and trials of motherhood, will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 12 from 9 until 11 a.m. at the Evangelical Free Church in Stromsburg. They offer hot brunch, playdates, moms night outs, messages of hope to learn and grow, childcare during meetings and mentorship.

Grief Support Group (Seward) is open to anyone in the area who is experiencing loss or is in need of support. The next meetings will be at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at St. Andrews Church: 1014 N. 6 St., Seward.

Maile’s Book Club will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at Espressions in Aurora at 5 p.m. The club will be reading “The Diary of a Bookseller” by Shawn Bythell. New members are always welcome.

The McCool Jct. Stu Co – Big Brother/Big Sister group will meet at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 12.

The Benedict Village Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at the Community Center.

The Cross County Middle School/High School Music Concert will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 12 starting at 7 p.m.

The Exeter-Milligan Grades K-6 Winter Concert will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 12.

Wednesday, Dec. 13

Little Picassos Family Craft Time will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 10:30 a.m.

Classes at McCool Jct. will start at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 13 due to PLC Staff Development.

Exercise Class will be held at the York Senior Center on Wednesday, Dec. 13 from 10:30 until 11:15 a.m.

Hampton will hold Hawk Harmonies on Wednesday, Dec. 13.

McCool Jct. students will participate in FFA District Leadership Events in York on Wednesday, Dec. 13.

Hampton students will participate in FFA Leadership Development Events at The Leadership Center in Aurora on Wednesday, Dec. 13.

High Plains students will participate in FFA District Leadership Development Events on Wednesday, Dec. 13.

Pinochle will be played at the York Senior Center on Wednesday, Dec. 13 starting at 1 p.m.

Exeter-Milligan students will participate in Leadership Development Events at District FFA on Wednesday, Dec. 13.

Fillmore Central students will participate in FFA District Leadership Development Events in York on Wednesday, Dec. 13.

Cross County students will participate in FFA District Leadership Development Event Contests on Wednesday, Dec. 13.

Emmanuel Lutheran Church invites the public to join in for Advent services at 3:30 and 7 p.m. A free will donation brat/hot dog bar will be served between services on Wednesday, Dec. 13. Meal sponsored by the Board of Christian Nurture.

The York Elks Lodge will host their Christmas Charities Dinner on Wednesday, Dec. 13 beginning at 6 p.m. They will be taking donations for Christmas Baskets.

The Benedict Volunteer Fire Department will meet on Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m.

The Exeter-Milligan Board of Education will meet on Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. in Milligan.

Thursday, Dec. 14

Pinochle will be played at the York Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 14 starting at 1 p.m.

Fillmore County GriefShare will meet on Thursday, Dec. 14 at the Geneva Public Library Small Meeting Room from 2 to 4 p.m.

Cross County FCCLA members will hold their Holiday Party on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 5 p.m. in the FCS Room.

Santa Claus is coming to York! Come and visit Santa’s Hut at Kilgore Memorial Library in York on Thursday, Dec. 14 from 5 – 7 p.m. Spanish speaking helpers will be available. Kids can drop off their Letters to Santa in the mailbox on Santa’s Hut from now until Dec. 18.

Children’s Storytime with Lisa will be held on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 4 p.m. at Espressions in Aurora. A story and craft for children ages 3-8 (guardian must be present) will take place.

The Heartland Holiday Band (Grades 6-12) and Vocal (Grades 7-12) Concert will be held on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 7:30 p.m.

The Hampton Elementary Christmas Program will be presented on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m.

Fillmore County GriefShare will meet on Thursday, Dec. 14 at the Geneva Public Library Small Meeting Room from 7 to 9 p.m.

An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting will be held at First Congregational United Church of Christ in Geneva on Thursday, Dec. 14 starting at 8 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 15

Family Storytime with Mrs. B will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Friday, Dec. 15 at 10:30 a.m.

Pitch and Rummikub will be played at the York Senior Center on Friday, Dec. 15 starting at 1 p.m

The York Senior Center will observe Wear Your Pearls Day on Friday, Dec. 15 so everyone is asked to look fabulous.

Espressions in Aurora will hold Game Night on Friday, Dec. 15 starting at 6 p.m. come and play a new game or bring an old favorite.

The Cross County Booster Club Chili Cook Off will be held on Friday, Dec. 15 from 5 – 7 p.m. during the Cross County vs. Bruning-Davenport-Shickley basketball games.

Saturday, Dec. 16

Lego Club will meet on Saturday, Dec. 16 at 10 a.m. at Kilgore Memorial Library in York. Elementary aged and older children are invited to come and free build with Legos. We have many sets they can build or loose Legos are available for them to come up with their own designs.

The York Elks Lodge will do their annual Christmas Basket Deliver Day on Saturday, Dec. 16.

Santa Claus is coming to York! Come and visit Santa’s Hut at Kilgore Memorial Library in York on Saturday, Dec. 16 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Spanish speaking helpers will be available. Kids can drop off their Letters to Santa in the mailbox on Santa’s Hut from now until Dec. 18.

The annual Seward Rotary Club’s “Breakfast with Santa” will be held Saturday, Dec. 16 at 9 a.m. at the Seward Civic Center at 616 Bradford Street in Seward. The event is co-sponsored by the Seward High FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America). The event features music, food (Donuts, Juice, Candy, milk, fruit) and a special visit from Santa Claus! There will be door prizes and drawings. Cost is $1 per person attending. For more information contact clark. or call him at 403-641-8522 or contact Ayda Metschke at .

The McCool Jct. FFA Christmas Party will be held on Saturday, Dec. 16.

Sunday, Dec. 17

Come and enjoy a Christmas Blast of Brass with the Milligan Brass Band on Sunday, Dec. 17 at 2 p.m. at the Warren Building in Friend. Come and enjoy some Christmas music and cookies.

Monday, Dec. 18

Exercise Class will be held at the York Senior Center on Monday, Dec. 18 from 10:30 until 11:15 a.m.

Bridge and Dominos will be played at the York Senior Center on Monday, Dec. 18 starting at 1 p.m.

Come learn with York Parks and Rec during Mini Masterminds! We will learn and practice writing our names in many fun ways, work on shapes, colors, sensory, fine-motor skills and lots of other school preparation. Open to children ages 3 – 5 years old and held at the York Community Center on Monday, Dec. 18 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 19

The York Senior Center will hold their Works in Progress on Tuesday, Dec. 19 from 9:30 – 11 a.m.

Pitch will be played at the York Senior Center on Tuesday, Dec. 19 starting at 1 p.m.

Are you a caregiver or have a loved one with Alzheimer’s, Dementia or a related disorder? If so join us for our Dementia Support Group on Tuesday, Dec. 19 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at The Hearthstone Chapel, located at 2600 N. Lincoln Ave. in York. The group offers a open discussion, handouts about Dementia, supportive videos, educational videos, social support and a non-judgmental setting. Contact Dawana Bolton at 402.363.0239 with questions.

Wednesday, Dec. 20

Little Picassos Family Craft Time will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 10:30 a.m.

Exercise Class will be held at the York Senior Center on Wednesday, Dec. 20 from 10:30 until 11:15 a.m.

Pinochle will be played at the York Senior Center on Wednesday, Dec. 20 starting at 1 p.m.

The York Senior Center will hold their Holiday Party on Wednesday, Dec. 20. Humanities of Nebraska’s Joan Wells and Kris Simon will be singing Christmas songs of the “Old West”.

Emmanuel Lutheran Church invites the public to join in for Advent services at 3:30 and 7 p.m. A free will donation sloppy joe meal will be served between services on Wednesday, Dec. 20. LWML will welcome the Sharp Family Missionaries to both services.

Thursday, Dec. 21

Santa Claus is coming to York! Come and visit Santa’s Hut at Kilgore Memorial Library in York on Thursday, Dec. 21 from 5 – 7 p.m. Kids can drop off their Letters to Santa in the mailbox on Santa’s Hut from now until Dec. 18.

Pinochle will be played at the York Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 21 starting at 1 p.m.

On Thursday, Dec. 21 Lisa Hurley or Emily Perry with York County Development Corporation will have the YCDC Traveling Office at the Benedict Community Center from 9 until 11 a.m. They will be available during that time if you have a business project you would like to discuss.

Friday, Dec. 22

Family Storytime with Mrs. B will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Friday, Dec. 22 at 10:30 a.m.

Pitch and Rummikub will be played at the York Senior Center on Friday, Dec. 22 starting at 1 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 23

Lego Club will meet on Saturday, Dec. 23 at 10 a.m. at Kilgore Memorial Library in York. Elementary aged and older children are invited to come and free build with Legos. We have many sets they can build or loose Legos are available for them to come up with their own designs.

Santa Claus is coming to York! Come and visit Santa’s Hut at Kilgore Memorial Library in York on Saturday, Dec. 23 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Kids can drop off their Letters to Santa in the mailbox on Santa’s Hut from now until Dec. 18.

Monday, Dec. 25

The York Elks Lodge will host their Christmas Blues Party on Monday, Dec. 25 from 3 until 8 p.m.

The York Senior Center will be closed on Monday, Dec. 25 in observance of Christmas.

Dec. 26 — 29

Stay warm during the cold winter weather by joining York Parks & Recreation for Snowblazers! We will entertain your children all day Tuesday, Dec. 26 through Friday, Dec. 29 to make it easier on the working parents with games, gym time, swimming, snacks, crafts, and even a New Year’s Party on the last day! Snowblazers takes place from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the York City Auditorium for students in Kindergarten through 5th Grade. Lunches will be provided each day.

Wednesday, Dec. 27

Little Picassos Family Craft Time will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Wednesday, Dec. 27 at 10:30 a.m.

Friday, Dec. 29

Family Storytime with Mrs. B will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Friday, Dec. 29 at 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, Dec. 30

Lego Club will meet on Saturday, Dec. 30 at 10 a.m. at Kilgore Memorial Library in York. Elementary aged and older children are invited to come and free build with Legos. We have many sets they can build or loose Legos are available for them to come up with their own designs.

Sunday, Dec. 31

The York Elks Lodge will host their New Year’s Eve Dinner on Sunday, Dec. 31. Serving begins at 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 2

A Blood Drive will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 2 at the Benedict Community Center from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Call Gina at 402.366.8715 for your appointment.

Wednesday, Jan. 3

Little Picassos Family Craft Time will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Wednesday, Jan. 3 at 10:30 a.m.

Friday, Jan. 5

Family Storytime with Mrs. B will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Friday, Jan. 5 at 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, Jan. 6

Lego Club will meet on Saturday, Jan. 6 at 10 a.m. at Kilgore Memorial Library in York. Elementary aged and older children are invited to come and free build with Legos. We have many sets they can build or loose Legos are available for them to come up with their own designs.

Tuesday, Jan. 9

MOPS, a faith-based organization where mothers from pregnancy through preschoolers can come together to share the joys and trials of motherhood, will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 9 from 9 until 11 a.m. at the Evangelical Free Church in Stromsburg. They offer hot brunch, playdates, moms night outs, messages of hope to learn and grow, childcare during meetings and mentorship.

Wednesday, Jan. 10

Little Picassos Family Craft Time will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 10:30 a.m.

Friday, Jan. 12

Family Storytime with Mrs. B will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Friday, Jan. 12 at 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, Jan. 13

Lego Club will meet on Saturday, Jan. 13 at 10 a.m. at Kilgore Memorial Library in York. Elementary aged and older children are invited to come and free build with Legos. We have many sets they can build or loose Legos are available for them to come up with their own designs.

Wednesday, Jan. 17

Little Picassos Family Craft Time will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 10:30 a.m.

Thursday, Jan. 18

The Seward Fourth of July Celebration Committee will meet Thursday, Jan. 18 at 7 p.m. at the Seward Civic Center — 616 Bradford Street. The monthly meeting will be held at the West Fireplace Room in the original building! There is no July 4 meeting during the month of December! The committee is finalizing the schedule and relocating events normally scheduled for the Civic Center! The Civic Center will be closed for a year due to remodeling! The theme for the 2024 Fourth of July celebration is a salute to the first responders — “Always Ready- Always There!” July 4 is on a Thursday in 2024. For more information contact Clark Kolterman at clark. or call 402-641-8522 or visit the Seward Fourth of July Website julyfourthseward.org .

Friday, Jan. 19

Family Storytime with Mrs. B will be held at Kilgore Memorial Library on Friday, Jan. 19 at 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, Jan. 20

Lego Club will meet on Saturday, Jan. 20 at 10 a.m. at Kilgore Memorial Library in York. Elementary aged and older children are invited to come and free build with Legos. We have many sets they can build or loose Legos are available for them to come up with their own designs.

Tuesday, Jan. 23

MOPS, a faith-based organization where mothers from pregnancy through preschoolers can come together to share the joys and trials of motherhood, will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 23 from 9 until 11 a.m. at the Evangelical Free Church in Stromsburg. They offer hot brunch, playdates, moms night outs, messages of hope to learn and grow, childcare during meetings and mentorship.

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