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community january4 2018 Fiber Gals Keep Spinning and Knitting continued from front page Mellisa Verheul is one of the founding members of the group who prefers to work with and spin wool from Icelandic sheep; her father raises them which gives her easy access to the fiber. “The Icelandic sheep are very resilient and they are a unique breed,” says Ver- heul. “Their wool has a nice kink to it. The baby Icelandic wool is very soft and it’s easy to work with.” Verheul says she plans to get her own flock of several Icelandic sheep this spring that she can raise and sheer herself. Spinning wheels, like carding tools, also come in numerous shapes and sizes. Kathleen Doling uses a small electric spinning wheel, while Verheul and Anderson work on an old style ped- al operated wheels. Verheul says the group formed when a family member brought her an old spinning wheel from Holland. “The book she brought with it was written in Dutch, and I didn’t know how to use it,” says Verheul. “So I posted on Facebook asking if anyone in Vernonia knew how to spin? And Caroline responded and came over and showed me how to do it. The wheel I had was really old and difficult to use. About a month later she sold me a newer wheel and then we started asking if there were other people around that would like to join us. We thought we might be able to learn from each other and teach each other, because everybody knows something different.” This past year members of the group spent a day at Northwest Alpac- as, a farm south of Hillsboro, helping with the shearing of about 130 alpacas for two days. In return for their help, the group received a large supply of alpaca fleece, which they are spinning into yarn and will hopefully have for sale at Jamboree. Recent Gains for Oregon Children Uneven Across State continued from page 3 Clackamas, Lane, and Marion – were already doing better than their peers in the state’s remaining 31 counties. The 2017 County Data Book shows this trend is true for multiple measures of economic well-being, health out- comes, and educational achievement. One area that continues to show strong progress for kids regardless of region or county size is access to health- care coverage. In the last year, 33 of the state’s 36 counties saw a decline in the percentage of children without health insurance, according to the report. An average of 3.6% of children in Oregon are uninsured, a decrease from 4.6% in the previous year. This progress, howev- er, is at risk if Ballot Measure 101 fails when voters weigh in on the healthcare funding measure on January 23, 2018. Measure 101 maintains funding for healthcare coverage as approved in the state’s 2017 legislative session. With- out these dedicated funds and matching federal dollars, children and families in counties across the state will expe- rience reduced coverage and less ac- cess to healthcare in their communities. “The data show that we have made some important gains for kids but too many kids are still at a disad- vantage due to the size of their com- munity or their region in the state. No matter where children live in Oregon, the one fundamental they can count on is healthcare,” Hunt emphasized. “This is why it’s so important to vote “yes” on Measure 101. We need to main- tain healthcare access for low-income families – not lose ground in a way that leaves even more children behind.” Children First for Oregon publishes the County Data Book annu- ally to educate decision-makers, giving them the information required to create strong children’s policies in Oregon. The report includes data on statewide trends and indicators by county for child health, child welfare, financial stability, early childhood education, youth development, education, and child poverty. This report is a product of the KIDS COUNT Oregon initia- tive at Children First for Oregon and is made possible by a generous grant from the Annie E. Casey Foundation. Children First for Oregon is a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to empower communities to advocate for kids so all children in Oregon can thrive. Visit www.cffo.org for more in- formation and to sign up for their news- letter. Need more room? Where Do You Read The Voice? The Hayes and Pedersen families took a break to read the Voice during a recent vacation in Las Vegas. Apparently, what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas! What’s Happening at the Vernonia Library Official Ballot Drop Site Knitting Group Oregon Special Election is January 23, 2018. The Library is an official ballot drop site and will be open 9 am - 8 pm on Election Day, Tuesday, January 23. Saturday, January 20, 10 am - Noon For knitters with all levels of experience. You’re welcome to bring your own materials or project. If you need materials or have questions, contact Caitlin at boylandknitworks@gmail.com. Author Night with Brian K. Friesen Debit/Credit now accepted 5x10 $39 10x10 $69 10x20 $99 RV Storage $149 Outside storage available Totally fenced and gated Padlocks available 58605 Nehalem Hwy South • P.O. Box 292 Vernonia, Oregon 97064 (503) 429-7867 10-5 Tue-Sat 12-4 Sun Writer’s Group Thursday, January 25, 6:30 pm Portland author of At the Waterline: Columbia River Stories. Reading, Q&A, and book signing. Thursday, January 18, 6 - 7:30 pm 3 rd Thursday of every month. For writers with all levels of experience. Family Movie Night Book Discussion Group Tuesday, January 23, 6 pm Featuring My Neighbor Totoro, (G, 86 min.) Relax and enjoy a free movie and popcorn at the library. Last Monday of every month, 5:30 pm. Discussion for January 29: Astoria by Peter Stark. Puppetry Workshop Tuesdays, January 16 - February 27, 4 - 5 pm. Registration required. For grades 3 - 5. $10.00 material cost per student. Children will make puppets, learn puppetry skills, and host a performance for younger children. Ongoing Programs See us for the lowest prices GUARANTEED! 5 Kids Book Group Friday, January 12, 4:30 - 5:30 pm. Selection for January: Lost Treasure of the Emerald Eye by Geronimo Stilton. For kids and families. Reading level and grade level interest of titles will vary, ranging from grades 3 - 6. If interested in the book group and would like to be on the contact list, call or visit the library (503) 429-1818 or email shannonr@vernonia-or.gov. Storytimes Baby and Toddler Time Mondays, 10:30 - 11:15 am Songs, rhymes, books, toys, and bubbles! For ages 0 - 3. Older siblings welcome. Preschool Storytime Fridays, 10:30 - 11:15 am Stories and a craft/activity for children up through age 6. Library Closures Monday, January 15 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Library Hours & Contact Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10 - 5 Tuesday, Thursday: 1 - 7 Saturday: 10 - 4 Closed Sundays Phone: (503) 429-1818 E-mail: library@vernonia-or.gov
