West Philadelphian Jazmin Idakaar has come up with a wonderful idea for neighbors to get together and help people. She’s about to start Sweet Charity Sundays – a weekly meet-up for people who want to knit, crochet, sew or do other fiber arts for those in need.
The group will meet every Sunday afternoon, from 2 – 5 p.m. at the A-Space Community Center (4722 Baltimore Ave). The first meeting is this Sunday, January 15.
The first goal for the group is to make hats and scarves for local shelters. Jazmin says that The People’s Emergency Shelter agreed to accept handmade items made by the group. As the group grows, there are plans to reach out to other local homeless shelters.
Light refreshments will be provided and please bring a snack to share. A modest donation is requested and will go to the A-Space. There will also be yarn available for purchase at a discount to help raise money for more yarn & supplies.
If you want to join the group please visit their website or Facebook page. Have questions? Please email Jazmin at: jazmin.idakaar[at]gmail.com
January 11th, 2012 at 12:10 pm
Will you accept handmade items as donations even if you don’t come to the group?
January 11th, 2012 at 1:15 pm
Hi Sherri! Jazmin here. If you make items suitable for donation, we’d love to accept them. Please email me with what you’ll be making and how I can collect them from you. And thank you!