A Sweet Start to the New Year
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, marks the beginning of the Ten Days of Repentance, culminating in Yom Kippur. It’s a time for reflection and introspection, and an opportunity to seek forgiveness and commit...
News and updates from the Friendship Circle of Livingston, NJ Blog
Community Impact Through Strategic Partnership
When two organizations committed to serving the community build a partnership, they create new opportunities to support the people they serve. On Monday, June 8, leaders from Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center and Atlantic...
Cherished Friendships Begin at Summer Camp
Summer camp is synonymous with carefree days of sun, laughter, and fun-filled activities. The friendships formed at camp are what make the experience truly memorable. At Friendship Circle, building those connections is central to...
The Stolen Tefillin
Recently at LifeTown, one of the pairs of Tefillin from our public Tefillin stand disappeared. We searched high and low, but could not find them anywhere. Eventually, we reviewed the footage from our security...
The Profound Impact of Books
One of the most visited Shoppes at LifeTown is the bustling [words] Bookstore. In 2009, the original [words] Bookstore was founded by Ellen and Jonah Zimiles in Maplewood, NJ. Since the very beginning, the...
My Rebbe
The Rebbe was a leader of the world. A visionary trailblazer. A prolific teacher of Torah. The architect of a global movement. An inspiration to millions. His days and nights were filled with the...
A Celebration for Cherished Volunteers
Volunteers are the beating heart of LifeTown. This year, 1,821 teens and adults dedicated their time, care and love to bringing a wide range of innovative programming to individuals with special needs. Through their...
Volunteering Helped Me Heal on Mother’s Day
When my mother called a week before Mother’s Day and asked how I wanted to celebrate, my mind came up blank. We had recently lost our dog of 15 plus years, and I was...
Agam Berger Inspires at Friendship Circle Banquet
The sound of a violin cut through the silence, rising like a prayer. Not a word was uttered as Agam Berger drew her bow across the violin’s strings, her music carrying notes of strength,...
SafeTalk Training Empowers
LifeTown is a place for learning, connection and friendship. It is also a place where all are welcomed and encouraged to understand unique challenges and differences. On April 6, LifeTown hosted a crucial SafeTalk...
A Birthday to Remember at LifeTown
Volunteer Neal Leavitt is known for his infectious smile, endless positivity, and dedication to all the kids who excitedly walk through the LifeTown Shoppes. Leavitt typically puts his retail experience to use at the...