Friendship Circle of Brooklyn

We are excited to share with you that once again, the Friendship Circle has teamed up with the Bear Givers Foundation, bringing you the eighth annual Art of Friendship", a high class event produced by FC participants for the wider community. Under the directive of Rosie Benabou, the children will be participate in creating something magnificent - the next level grand! You will need to keep your eyes peeled on the page to find out more :) A number of Art Classes will be taking place over the next few weeks for each age division. We can't wait to share more soon!

Are you ready to dive under the sea with us for an epic bubble experience? We are SUPER excited to be hosting our annual Purim Party as per usual! Light refreshments, Megillah Reading, and a captivating bubble show. Get those costumes ready!! 17 Days till Purim....... ... RSVP: https://fcbrooklyn.com/events/purim-under-the-sea-2/ Graphic designed by: Impacting Image

Following the inspiring volunteer workshop, a written word contest was launched for volunteers to pen their thoughts on a specific point of the workshop that resonated with them and/or about their Friendship Circle volunteering experience. The entries will be shared publicly and the first place winner will receive an iPhone. Scroll through to read submissions we have received in previous years. We cannot wait to read this year's entries!

This Purim, Stand Out! Send a meaningful gift to family and friends, a small packet of love, with an impact that will last all year long! Share these cards in lieu of Mishloach Manos, and let your loved ones know their gifthas been redirected.... 1) Purchase FC card sets, to be shipped to you in time before Purim! 57 inch cards are available in sets of six, for $18.00 each. Order three sets or more, and receive them for just $15.00 each. White envelopes included 2) Let us send a card on your behalf! You let us know where you want the card sent, and we will take care of the rest! $4.00/card, up to 10 cards per order. 3) Let someone know you’re thinking of them through an e-card! For just $0.99/email, we’ll wish them a happy Purim from you! Each card will help support the vital work of Friendship Circle of Brooklyn, proudly serving close to 200 families in the Brooklyn, NY area, with a variety of social, educational and religious programs, year round. ** All orders must be placed before Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 12:00 PM to guarantee receipt before Purim. ** fcbrooklyn.com/purimcards

"Anything is possible when you have the right people there to support you" Raising a child with special needs can be a daunting task with doctors appointments, therapy visits, incessant tantrums, and more. Support Group - a must for all! ... We are so excited to announce the launch of focused support groups for our FC mothers. Our wish is that these groups will provide further support and facilitate networking between mothers, as well as giving our mothers a well deserved night out each month. Last night, we hosted a group for women who have a child with Autism. With a whopping attendance, shutting the lights close to midnight - we are proud to share it was an incredible success. Every mom left feeling empowered and ready to take on the rest of the month. Until the next support group rolls around :) We are extremely grateful to Hamaspik for working with us to create these groups and spoiling our mothers. A special thank you to Mrs. Bronya Shaffer and Mimi Garelik for helping make this possible!

Every expert was once a beginner You can’t become good at something unless you’re willing to go through the discomfort - Mrs. Eda Schottenstein eloquently shared at our virtual volunteer workshop. Chana Laber, a talented artist, instructed the teens how to create stunning alcohol ink art sealed with fire. Each volunteer got a chance to showcase her art to her peers. Each girl received a workshop kit prior to the event. ... The inspiration and creativity was flowing all night and the energy was incredible! Catch a glimpse of the fun in the photos.