Yarns of Love, a knitting/crocheting ministry began at Meadowlark Hills in Jan. 2010. Now in its fourth year, the program continues to give support to persons in need. The first projects, Gifts of Sweaters, were sent to World Vision for distribution to children in developing countries. Eight residents created a total of 79 sweaters. Prayer Shawls are the second project, which continues today. They are given to our Assisted Living households, Bramlage House and FirstUnitedMethodistChurch. Eight residents have created 65 shawls, visible evidence of care and support.

Needle workers in these first three years included Carol Balding, Virginia Bartley, Pat Edwards, Polly Ferrell, Fran Kahler, Jeanne Lundin, Delphia McKean, Maxine Pickett, Frances Siegel, Penny Socolofsky, Marsha White and Ramona Woodhouse. All of the projects were made possible through the generosity of over 25 Meadowlark Hills residents and Manhattan organizations. Thank you all for being so generous with your time and talent.

Yarns of Love continues as an informal group of needle workers. Polly Ferrell is the contact person. If you would like to become involved in any way, please visit with Polly. Working together, we continue to make a difference.