Author: Faygie Holt

FC Kickoff Filled With Friendship & Fun

What an amazing night! More than a hundred teens descended on Funplex on Wednesday night for this year’s Friendship Circle Volunteer Kickoff Event. Teens learned about this year’s slate of FC programming and got...

Teen Volunteers Show Dedication to Their Buddies

There was something about her, something different in her expression. Dressed in a green “Allie’s Summer Camp” T-shirt, she wore the same uniform as the other teen volunteers walking around the amusement park on...

Grillin’ Up a Flavorful ‘Parents’ Night Out’

A beautiful night, coupled with laughter and friends, made this year’s Friendship Circle “Parents’ Night Out” a smashing success. More than 80 people attended the event, which included a comedy show, giveaways, and, of...

Grill-Master Dad

It was dad’s turn for a night out at the annual Friendship Circle “Dads’ Barbecue.” The guys got together for some tips on making the perfect barbecue fare from New York chef Josh Schwartz....

When Moms Get Together

Moms got a sneak peek at spring fashion while enjoying and wine and cheese mixer at Chari Amster boutique in Livingston. The program is part of the expanded Moms’ Event calendar of activities, such...

Purim Celebration

There were princess and superheroes; gumball machines and storybook characters – all gathered together on March 12 for the annual Friendship Circle Purim celebration. Held this year at the Alex Aidekman Family Jewish Community...

2017 Friendship Circle Banquet Recap

Smashing Records, Warming Hearts Friendship Circle Banquet Brings Together Hundreds for an Evening of Inspiration It’s not every day that a 17-year-old can move an audience of 850 people to spontaneous applause and tears....

FC’s Basketball Superstars Shine

    It was the culmination of months of practice and preparation as Team Friendship took on students from Golda Och Academy for the annual crosstown basketball game. For more than one hour, the...