Thoughts from Participants

“I love it! It’s a good feeling to help people. It enhances my life and I look forward to seeing everyone. Our volunteers are the best, the more the merrier.”
-Doris Hoffmann

“I keep my Thursdays open just to come to knit and crochet and to see all the friends I have made. It makes me feel good making things for those who need it. I not only do my knitting and crocheting here for many hours, I do it at home as well. We are a friendly group and welcome everyone.”
-Rose Hakimian

“I have always believed in helping others who are less fortunate. It makes me feel good. Thursdays are special and so are all of the people in the group. It’s a wonderful group of caring people.”
-Doreen Mc Glone

“I come because it is nice to meet and enjoy new people while I knit and crochet. It relaxes me to talk while I keep myself busy. We can accomplish so much in the company of others, and the work goes faster.”
-Gladys Grim

“I love crocheting items to donate for charity and meeting with everyone. It’s a great group. Also, it is good networking!”
-Laila Brandenstein

“It gives me great pleasure to do charity work. My scarves go to abused women and children. We also do work for cancer and heart patients. The women in the group are very pleasant.”
-Renee’ Shaw

“I enjoy the people and enjoy knitting for charity.”
-Fran Paris

“I enjoy coming to the Center to knit for charity. The camaraderie gives me incentive to knit, knit, knit. I also enjoy the snacks the women bring in!”
-Betty Small

“I enjoy crocheting, it relaxes me. So does coming to the workshop, it enables me to do what I like and contribute to the community and meet new friends.”
-Karen Galluzzo

“I too enjoy all the work accomplished by all the women, plus the fact it all goes to the needy. I look forward to Thursday to get together with the other ladies and chat which is very relaxing. Others should join to increase your joy and do good at the same time!”
-Joan Murtaugh