Now Hear This: Canby

Episode 67: Keeping the Books

On today's episode, we welcome Irene Green and Kathleen Myron. They are the director of the Canby Public Library and the chairwoman of the Library Board, respectively, or you can just call them what Francke does: the Library Queens. Basically, they know a lot about library funding, including why the city is proposing to close the library on Sundays in the next fiscal year. They answer our questions and share what you may be able to do to help ensure the library remains a vital and vibrant part of the Canby community for generations to come.
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/

Episode 66: The Fire Question

In this episode, we continue our coverage of the May 21 election as we sit down with Aurora Fire Chief Joshua Williams to discuss the proposed 99-cent operating levy they’re putting before voters again. They tried in the election last May, and the measure failed...by just nine votes.
If it fails again, Chief Williams says the district may consider a smaller replacement before the current levy expires next year. If the levy expires with no new measure in place, the district will be forced to cut it's budget by 37 percent.
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/

Episode 65: Candidates of the Round Table

In today's episode, we sit down with Dawn Depner, Art Marine and Angie Miles, the three candidates for the position 5 seat on the Canby School Board, which is being vacated by current director Diane Downs. In this round table discussion, we hear from all three candidates on their views of school finances, student welfare, support for educators and what they would do if elected. 
We think all three would make a wonderful addition to our school board, but you only get to vote for one! If you need help making your choice, then tune in before you cast your ballot in the May 21 election. 
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/

Episode 64: What's Up, Doc?

In today's episode, we'll introduce you to somebody you probably already know. Mike "Doc" Harms has been a fixture in the Canby community for most of his life, and this year, the Canby Rodeo Association is launching the inaugural Mike Harms scholarship dinner in his honor. We ask him about that, and what it's like living on the Canby-area farm his family has owned for over 100 years.
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/

Episode 63: Get Real

Born and raised in Oregon City, Hailey Verhaalen’s passion for music has driven her since she stepped in front of her first audience at a third grade talent show. She's come a long way since then. She's making waves in the Nashville country music scene, she's fresh off her amazing new album, The Real Stuff and, biggest of all, today,makes she makes her debut appearance on the Canby Now Podcast! 
Music in this episode: Hailey Verhaalen! (Obviously.) Also, https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/

Episode 62: From Hollywood to Canby

After a remarkable run of 27 straight sold-out performances at the world famous Magic Castle in Los Angeles, two incredible illusionists are bringing their show, "Impossibilities" to Canby.
Well, technically, Scott Anderson already lives here. But he'll be once again bringing his unique brand of world-class magic and comedy to team up with David Charvet, a magician with over 50 years' experience and a noted expert in the history of magic.
You'll hear from both of these talented individuals in advance of their show this Saturday at the Canby Fine Arts Center, which is also a fundraiser for the Canby Boy Scout troop.
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/

Episode 61: CBC U L8TR

What is Canby Bible College? It's something we've always wondered. Maybe you have, too. On today's episode, we find out what CBC is all about, as we sit down with Dean James Walton and the entire 2019 graduating class (don't worry, there's only four of them). We discuss the students' futures and, far more importantly, the future of the college's Instagram account. Congratulations!
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/

Bonus Episode: 'Kindness Is a Skill That We Can Get Better At'

It's Kindness Week at Canby High School, a new initiative aimed at encouraging students to walk in “others’ shoes” as they model kindness, friendship, trust, gratitude, and empathy. It kicked off in Monday with a special guest speaker, Esteban Gast, a storyteller, comedy writer and entertainer who spoke on the subject of kindness. 
Kindness Week is an initiative of the Canby Suicide Prevention Task Force, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Canby, CHS’ “Talk About It” group and many other local organizations and businesses. It's part of ongoing efforts around mental wellness and suicide prevention following the tragic suicide deaths of two CHS students that rocked the entire Canby community last spring.

Episode 60: Cheers, Oregon!

In today's episode, we raise a glass to Oregon’s history — specifically, its history of growing and brewing beer. Lori Erickson, of the Oregon Historical Society, walks us through their exhibit, Barley, Barrels, Bottles, and Brews, which tells the story of a particular part of the state's history — one that stretches all the way back to the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/

Episode 59: What's Cooking, Lieutenant?

In this episode, we hear the incredible story of Canby Police Lt. Jose Gonzalez, whose remarkable life has brought him from the sunny shores of Venezuela to the rough streets of Portland. He served over two decades in the Portland Police Bureau, much of it in gang enforcement, before a path opened to bring him back to Canby — a place he had always considered home. 
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/