8 community news october4 2018 Columbia County Asks Residents, Visitors, to Complete Survey on CC Rider financially stable, and strong system that will continue to grow. “But we need to know what our current users and potential riders need or want to be able to do that,” Managers of CC Rider, Columbia County’s he added. Wood plans changes to nearly every line in the transit system, are asking users, residents, and visitors CC Rider system, which runs from Portland to Wash- for their opinions on how bus service could better serve ington State to Clatskanie. CC Rider is part of NW their needs. Transit Administrator Todd Wood said he and Connector, a coordinated coalition of five individual County Commissioners are working to build a reliable, transit agencies in Northwest Oregon that serve rid- ers from the Willamette Valley to the Oregon Coast. This includes Clatsop County’s Sunset Empire Transportation District, the Tillamook County Transportation District, Benton County Tran- sit and Lincoln County Transit. writers with all levels of experience. Storytime at Salmon Festival The survey, which Saturday, October 6, will remain open Book Discussion Group 11 am at Hawkins Park Monday, October 29, 5:30 pm Upper Nehalem Watershed and the Discussion selection for October: A Library are teaming up to present a Cup of Light by Nicole Mones storytime at Salmon Fest. Come by Storytime at 11 am to join us. Transit routes to undergo changes as system continues to improve What’s Happening at the Vernonia Library An Evening with Christina M. Abt Community Helpers Storytime Series Monday, October 8, 6:30 pm New York Author of Crown Hill and a new historical novel, Beauty & Grace, published in May 2018, Christina M. Abt will read from her latest novel, talk about her writing process, and her inspiration and research for Beauty & Grace. Q & A and book signing will follow. No School Fridays in October and November, 10:30 am October 12: Ballet Instructor October 19: EMT or Fire Dept. November 2: 4-H November 16: Jack’s Hobo Bakery Stories read by a special guest, show and tell of their role in the community, followed by a craft. See Preschool Storytime schedule below for regular Friday storytime activities. Movie Night Monday, October 22, 5 pm Come to the Library for a free movie and popcorn. Featuring Cheaper by the Dozen (1950s version), 1 hr. 26 min. Library Halloween Party! Saturday, October 27, 2 pm Featuring the short film It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown followed by spooky cookie decorating with Jack’s Hobo Bakery, crafts, and a goodie bag for participants. Costumes encouraged! Ongoing Programs Writer’s Group Thursday, October 18, 6 - 7:30 pm 3 rd Thursday of every month. For through October 15, can be found online at www.sur- veymonkey.com/r/CCRider. Bus drivers will distribute paper surveys to riders. Surveys will also be available at the St. Helens Transit Center, 1155 Deer Island Rd. and the County Courthouse, 230 Strand St. in St. Hel- ens. “With a new emphasis on tourism, combined with our continued work on job creation, we want to be sure that people have the opportunities to get where they need to go when they need to,” said Board of Com- missioners Chair Margaret Magruder. “We value the insights people can give us and look forward to hearing from them.” ABOUT CC RIDER: CC Rider is Columbia County’s transit system. With a fleet of buses that connect River Cities Transit to the north in Longview, and TriMet in the Portland metropolitan area, the system carries nearly 100,000 riders each year. CC Rider also pro- vides a route to Portland Community College’s Rock Creek campus in Washington County. CASA Golf Classic Raises $195,000 for Children in Foster Care CASA for Children of Mult- nomah, Washington, and Columbia Counties hosted their 25 th Annual CASA Golf Classic presented by Fred Meyer Jewelers. The tournament was held at Langdon Farms Golf Club on Septem- ber 17. The event raised $195,000 in support of CASA’s mission. The audience was comprised of over 150 guests and golfers, including: leaders from Portland’s corporate and philanthropic communities, CASA’s Board of Directors, and vendors from all over the United States, including New York, Georgia and California. In the words of Jon Cook, Fred Meyer Jewelers Vice President of Op- erations and CASA Board Member: “Through the 24 years of the CASA Golf Classic we have achieved a great deal, but there is still much more work for us to do in helping the many chil- dren still in need. Fred Meyer Jewelers is proud to partner with CASA in mak- ing a difference for the children in the Multnomah, Washington, and Colum- bia counties foster care system.” Thanks to this event, this year CASA for Children will serve 1,110 of our community’s most vulnerable children in foster care with Court Ap- 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, activity, and a craft. Planned for children up through age 6. 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 Vernonia Veterinary Clinic Small and Large Animals pointed Special Advocates (CASAs). A CASA is the eyes and ears of the judge and the voice of the child. Moreover, a CASA works to secure safe, loving, and permanent homes for each of the chil- dren they serve. All proceeds raised from the event directly impact our ability to serve more children with a CASA vol- unteer. A CASA passionately and tire- lessly works to guide a child through the trauma of the court system. Oregon law gives CASAs unusual authority as a ‘party to the case’ so that they are able to ensure that the system does not ignore a child’s needs and that the judge has the information to act in the child’s best in- terests. A CASA is trained to work with judges, social workers, teachers, foster parents, and family members to ensure that the safety and well-being of the child is front and center. If you are interested in learn- ing more about how to become a CASA volunteer, upcoming trainings, or future fundraising events, please contact Anne Marie Johnson, Director of Develop- ment and Communications, at (503) 988-4170 or ajohnson@casahelpskids. org. Don’t Sell it! Pawn it! Need more room? For fast cash! See us for the lowest prices GUARANTEED! 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