Sometimes the best plans are the simple ones. A cozy afternoon, good conversation, and a little time to make something with your hands. If you’re looking for something sweet to do around the Quad Cities, why not grab Grandma and head to the library?

A Cozy Afternoon With Fellow Crafters

The Downtown Rock Island Library hosts an Adult Knitting Circle, and you don’t have to be an expert to join in. Whether Grandma has been knitting for 50 years, loves to crochet, or has always wanted to learn, everyone is welcome.

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The group is a chance to work on a current project, start something new, and spend a couple of hours chatting with other people who enjoy fiber arts.

You Don't Even Have to Bring Everything

One of the nicest parts is that you can simply drop in and craft. Select knitting needles, crochet hooks, yarns, and patterns will be available for people to use during the program.

So if Grandma has a half-finished scarf sitting in a basket at home, this might be the perfect excuse to finally finish it!

Make It a Little Grandma Date

The Adult Knitting Circle meets every third Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Community Room at the Downtown Rock Island Library.

It could be the perfect little grandma-and-grandkid afternoon.

Per the Facebook Event Page: There are no meetings in January or December.

Sometimes the best memories don't need a big event. Sometimes they're made sitting around a table with a ball of yarn, a pair of needles, and someone you love.

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One minute, someone sends you a red heart, and you're feeling loved, the next you're staring at a black heart, wondering if they're being dramatic, mysterious, or just really into Halloween.

While most of us use heart emojis every day, each color actually has its own meaning, vibe, and personality. Whether you're texting your crush, hyping up your best friend, or trying to decode a message you just received, here's what all those colorful little hearts are really saying.

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