Residents of Aviva Pembroke joined community members for the launch of Knots of Kindness, a knitting and crocheting circle in partnership with Jewish Family Service of Tidewater and Aviva Pembroke on Thursday, October 16. The gathering was filled with warmth, conversation, and creativity as participants came together to knit, crochet, and connect—all for a good cause.
For years, JFS has hosted a knitting and crocheting group at the Sandler Family Campus, where volunteers have lovingly crafted blankets, hats, and scarves that are distributed to JFS clients during Hanukkah. “At least every day someone tells me they knit—or used to knit—for JFS,” says Emily Krouse, JFS special projects coordinator. “We realized there was so much interest and community around this project that expanding to Aviva Pembroke just made sense.”
The first session was a great success, drawing both Aviva residents and volunteers from across the community. Laughter and conversation filled the room as people worked side by side, sharing patterns, stories, and friendship.
Knots of Kindness at Aviva Pembroke will continue to meet on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month, 10:30 am to 12:00 p.m. The original Knots of Kindness group at the Simon Family JCC also continues to meet every Tuesday at 10 am, welcoming both longtime participants and new members. Everyone from the community is invited to join either group, regardless of experience level.
All items created will be donated to Jewish Family Service clients and community members to bring warmth and comfort during the holiday season and beyond.
For more information or to get involved, contact Julie Kievit, JFS Jewish Community Services manager, at jkievit@jfshamptonroads.com or
757-321-2318.
