Author: Jennie Wexler

Marking First Anniversary of 10.7 on Jewish Calendar Now, more than ever, the Jewish communities worldwide are standing strong with their brothers and sisters in Israel. And on Wednesday, October 23, a special event...

In today’s digital age, parents are confronted with emotional wellness challenges that arise with increased technology use. Friendship Circle is addressing these issues through a variety of UMatter programs. On September 20, the Fabulous...

New York Yankees fast-rising prospect Eric Reyzelman understands the importance of a strong work ethic. His impressive pitching career is propelled by an unrelenting drive to improve himself both on and off the field....

Sneakers pounding pavement. Muscles stretching beyond their limit. Anything to reach the finish line. Endurance running challenges our physical and mental stamina, pushing our bodies and minds to prove we can succeed. To long-time...

Friday Night Shabbat dinners at Friendship Circle are not to be missed! Each Fabulous Friday Night event is unique, spiritual, and, most of all, memorable. The next Fabulous Friday Night is on September 20...

For 15 years, Friendship Circle has been brightening the start of the school year by providing new backpacks filled with essential school supplies. This initiative, started by Friendship Circle supporter Lisa Gutkin in memory...

The end of summer is always signaled by cooler temperatures and the looming first day of school. But before children get back to schedules and homework, they say goodbye to cherished camp friends. This...

For families who have children with special needs, LifeTown is a safe haven that not only entertains but provides much needed caregivers and resources. On Sunday, August 11th LifeTown held an open house for...

There’s nothing like a shopping spree to beat the summer heat. On Thursday, July 18, sixty families did just that during a much-anticipated LifeTown Shoppes Open House. For those unfamiliar, one of LifeTown’s biggest...

A found family is a relationship built on choice and social support. At this summer’s Parents Night, it was clear that Friendship Circle parents are not only friends – they are family. On the...