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A close-knit group at Newman High School

Newman sophomore Marisel Schalck works on a hat Friday afternoon during a meeting of the Newman Knitters. (Michael Krabbenhoeft)

Newman sophomore Marisel Schalck works on a hat Friday afternoon during a meeting of the Newman Knitters. (Michael Krabbenhoeft)

Newman sophomore Marisel Schalck works on a hat Friday afternoon, while wearing one she made, during a meeting of the Newman Knitters. (Michael Krabbenhoeft)

Newman science teacher and Newman Knitters adviser Beth Verdick holds up a small hat Friday afternoon during a club meeting at the school. Each club member will be working on making hats to be given to local hospitals for newborns. (Michael Krabbenhoeft)

Beth Verdick holds up a blanket the Newman Knitters made. The club, made up of about 30 members, is working on a variety of projects, depending on their skill level. (Michael Krabbenhoeft)

Brynlee Hermeyer (center) shows Sydney Schott (left) and Adrian Ackert how to double stitch during a knitting club meeting Friday afternoon. (Michael Krabbenhoeft)

Beth Verdick works with students during a knitting club meeting Friday afternoon at Newman High School. (Michael Krabbenhoeft)