🦃 A Note from the Team
Sorry for the delay, folks! We had some technical hiccups with our website that caused a hold-up on this month’s newsletter. We hope you had a fantastic October — maybe you even dressed up as your favorite country music star while handing out candy!
Now, let’s dive right into the meat and potatoes — it is Turkey Month, after all!
🎤 Upcoming November Shows
We’re moving to Sunday afternoons for the winter!
To make it easier for everyone to attend without driving home in the dark, our shows will now run Sundays from 2:00 – 4:30 PM.
We’ll likely return to Saturday evenings in the spring and summer, but we’d love your feedback — let us know which schedule you prefer when March rolls around!
🎶 Sunday, November 16 – The Down Home Band (Silver City, Iowa)
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
🎟 Raffle at 3:15 PM
Good old-time music the way it used to be! The Down Home Band is always a delight to listen to — come tap your feet and enjoy a warm afternoon of classic country fun.
🎻 Sunday, November 23 – New Bow Old Strings
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Al and Cora were a hit when they played here last March, and we’re thrilled to have them back! So dust off your dancing shoes (or add a little wax to them!) and hit the dance floor for an afternoon of great music and community cheer.
👉 We hope to see you there for both shows this month! Bring a friend!
💌 Why Your Attendance Matters
Friends, our attendance has been low, and we need your help to keep the music playing.
Our expenses are currently outweighing the income from shows – and if that doesn’t turn around soon, we may have to close our doors in the near future.
🎟 How you can help:
- Come to a show – every ticket and every seat matters!
- Spread the word – invite your friends, family, and neighbors.
- Donate if you can – every contribution helps us pay bills, bring in bands, and preserve our historic venue.
Donations can be mailed to:
Cornhusker Country Music Theater
📬 PO Box 42, Louisville, NE 68037
Even a small donation makes a big difference! ❤️
📝 Meeting Minutes – October 20, 2025
The meeting was opened at 5:30 PM by President Larry Meyer.
Present: Vice President/Secretary Kirk Kubik and Treasurer Grace Kubik.
- Secretary’s Report: Read by Kirk; motion to accept by Grace, seconded by Larry.
- Treasurer’s Report:
- General Fund: $2,411.47
- Building Fund: $8,299.21
Old Business
- The Louisville School declined participation in the Hometown Holidays show.
- Brenda McCaul is working with a local student to organize a student band performance for the event.
- Larry will contact Wes Redden about scheduling pancake breakfasts next year as fundraisers.
- Wes reportedly offers nonprofit events for free, though we must pay for propane.
- More details coming soon!
New Business
- Brenda is organizing a Living Nativity Scene in front of Hope’s Closet and the Theater for Hometown Holidays on Sunday, November 7.
- Paxton Walsh from Louisville High School will perform at the theater that day.
- We’ll also try to book an additional band for the event.
- Discussion began about a New Year’s Eve Jam Party (with breakfast!) — more details to come.
Meeting adjourned at 6:20 PM.
🌟 Artist of the Month: Brenda Lee
Brenda Mae Tarpley — known to the world as Brenda Lee — was born in December 1944. Her last name was changed to “Lee” because Tarpley was a bit hard to remember!
🎤 Fun Facts:
- At 8 months old, she was already singing along to the radio.
- At age 5, she won her first talent contest with “Take Me Out to the Ball Game.”
- Country legend Red Foley discovered her — though a local DJ had to convince him to listen first!
- TV host Steve Allen nicknamed her “Little Miss Dynamite.”
- She climbed the ranks to become one of country music’s most beloved and enduring stars.
For more about Brenda Lee’s incredible career, check out her Wikipedia page.
🌐 Stay Connected
We’re online! Visit our website for show details, band bios, and upcoming events:
👉 cornhuskercountry.com
You can also email us at [email protected] or call 402-949-0668 for information.
Final Thoughts
The Cornhusker Country Music Theater is more than a venue – it’s a community. With your support, we can keep live music alive right here in Louisville.
Join us this month, bring your friends, and let’s make November one to remember!