Jodey Wolcott, Theresa Golden, Michele Roscelli, Kathy Maenza (four of the 15 or so members). Photos by Joan Brady
Retirement doesn’t mean slowing down, at least not for the women of the Little River Glen Senior Center: Knit and Crochet Club. The Club meets twice a week throughout the year, making scarves, hats and even some sweaters for themselves and their families, but also to benefit others.
Their colorful wares were on sale at Little River Glen’s annual Community Day last Saturday. Proceeds, more than $1,000, will go to the Veterans Administration: Community Living Center. The Community Living Center is a long-term care home for veterans.
Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, Sharon Bulova, was on hand to enjoy the festivities and make sure she got a warm hat to protect her in the coming winter.
You haven’t missed your chance to purchase their homemade hats and scarves for yourself, your family and for holiday gifts. Drop by the Little River Glen Senior Center on Dec. 9 for their bake and homemade goods sale. All proceeds from the LRG Knit and Crochet Club will benefit the VA: Community Living Center.
The Club doesn’t limit itself to just one project, they have teamed up with Jay Coakley, ellieshats.org to make hats for children with cancer. Club member Beverly Kaminsky alone made 140 hats for Ellie’s Hats this year.
There are 13 brick and mortar senior centers in Fairfax County and two more “centers without walls” that offer programs in multiple locations. Each of the senior centers offer opportunities for seniors who want to make a difference.
If you are interested in learning more about the county’s senior centers check out http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs/. If you are interested in volunteering at one of the senior centers or any of their programs call Volunteer Solutions at 703 324-5406. (http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dfs/olderadultservices/volunteer-solutions.htm)