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2019-2020 Program Guide

Who we are
Friendship Circle of Atlanta, a non-profit Jewish organization, provides
individuals with special needs the support, friendship, and inclusion that
they deserve.
Based on the bedrock foundation of Judaism - V’ohavta L’rayacha Kamocha-
to love your fellow as yourself, Friendship Circle brings together individuals
of all ages, with and without special needs, for a variety of Judaic and social
programming.
Inspired by the magic of true friendship and selfless giving, our members
cultivate acceptance and responsibility, developing a more inclusive Jewish
community for all.

 OUR PROGRAMS
■ FRIENDS@HOME
■ JEWISH EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAM
■ FRIENDS IN ACTION
■ BIRTHDAY CLUB
■ JEWISH HOLIDAY EVENTS
■ SUMMER CAMP
■ EDUCATION AND AWARENESS
■ TEEN LEADERSHIP BOARD
■ PARENTS NIGHT OUT

Friends@Home
START DATE: AUGUST 20th
Friends@Home pairs teenage volunteers and children with special needs
for hours of fun and friendship through weekly home visits.
The visits facilitate friendship and socialization that is often a significant
challenge for children living with disabilities. Being at home allows our
special friends to bond with their volunteers in an environment they are
most comfortable in, while their parents and siblings receive much-
needed respite. The volunteers are specially educated in inclusion
and in the interests and challenges of their particular special friend.
The same volunteers go every week so that true connections form and
genuine friendships blossom.
These visits can be arranged to accommodate a wide variety of schedules.
Please call our office to make arrangements.
*This program runs throughout the school year and is FREE

Birthday Club
At FC’s Birthday Club we celebrate the birthdays of our special friends at fun and exciting
places around Atlanta. Volunteers and participants come together to make their special day
one they will never forget! At birthday club not only does the celebrant feel special and loved
but all those in attendance feel included!
*This FREE program takes place once a month on Sundays 3:00-4:30pm.
AUGUST 18, SEPTEMBER 22, OCTOBER 6, NOVEMBER 3, DECEMBER 8,
JANUARY 12, FEBRUARY 23, MARCH 22, APRIL 26, MAY 3

A PROUD AFFILIATE OF

Jewish Holidays
                                   PROGRAMS
E  xperience the magic of the Jewish calendar with refreshments, crafts, games and
   unique entertainment. Jewish Holiday Programs at Friendship Circle are full of
excitement and hands-on fun. These are the times when Friendship Circle families and
volunteers get together to prepare for the upcoming holidays
and celebrate their heritage.

    SUKKOT
    Under Construction
                       Sunday, October 20th
                          10:30-12:30pm

        LOCATION: Beth Tefillah - 5065 High Point Rd, 30342.
    Come enjoy the day in our community Sukkah with a building
       competition, interactive storytelling, food and crafts!
                         Cost: $15 per person or $35 for a family
                            RSVP at fcatlanta.org/register

Chanukah
Extravaganza
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22ND • 2:00-4:00PM
Experience the joy of Chanukah at a fabulous wood working workshop
and savor delicious holiday treats, crafts and hands on activities!
Location: TBD • $10 per person or $30 for a family
RSVP at fcatlanta.org/register

Tu B’Shvat:
Wonders of the World
You’re invited to a party....for TREES!!
Get ready for great fun as we learn about
and appreciate all that earth has to offer.
INCLUDES: Gardening, Wilderness Training,
Scavenger Hunt and more!
FEBRUARY 9TH • 2:00-4:00PM
Location: TBD • Cost: $15 per person or $35 for a family
RSVP at fcatlanta.org/register

Let’s March Together
  PURIM
    PARADE AND CARNIVAL

Get in the Purim spirit and join the FC Float at the Purim Parade!!
  Music and Movement,      Arts and Crafts, Rides, food and more!
                        RSVP: SONIA@FCATLANTA.ORG

      SUNDAY MARCH 8TH
       11:00AM-1:00PM
            Location: Young Israel of Toco Hills
            2056 Lavista Rd, Atlanta, GA 30329

                          Cost: $15pp

            RSVP at fcatlanta.org/register

Friends
                                                    IN ACTION
F       riends In Action is held once a month throughout the school year. It offers a unique
        opportunity for children to gain from group activities while still receiving one-on-one
        attention from their volunteers. Participants are divided into small groups to partake
        in structured activities led by professional and caring instructors.
Each Sunday includes 4 mini sessions that the groups rotate between. Activities include
sports instruction, music and movement instruction, arts and craft, cooking, entertainers,
science and Jewish exploration.

FIA is a two hour drop off program creating a wonderful respite opportunity for
parents.
                     Dates:   SUNDAYS 2:00-4:00PM
            September 15, October 20*, November 17, December 22*,
                  January 26, February 9*, March 8*, April 19
                             Location: Atlanta Jewish Academy
Cost: $100 for the year or $15 per program.
Includes all Holiday Programs
** These Programs are held elsewhere.
Please see Holiday Programs for details.

Education
JELP:                    Jewish Experiential
                          Learning Program
T   he Jewish Experiential Learning Program is a Jewish learning
    experience for adults with developmental disabilities.
Following a pizza dinner, participants learn Jewish topics of
interest through individualized teaching, games, crafts and hands
on activities.
Thursdays 7:00- 8:30pm
8/15, 9/12, 10/10, 11/14, 12/12, 1/23, 2/20, 3/19, 4/23, 5/14
$10 per session or $90 for all 10 sessions up front.
Located at 5180 Roswell Rd

                               Teen Kick Off and Orientation
                               SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1ST
                               6:00-8:00PM
                               Location: TBD
                               Meet new friends, register for this years opportunities, and
                               hear from our families on the impact you make.
                               Mandatory for all volunteers.

                               Teen Education Workshop
                               SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND
                               6:30-7:30PM
                               Location: TBD
                               Hear from the experts and gain the skills and confidence
                               that enables you to be the best friend you can be!
                               Mandatory for all volunteers

Summer Camp
                               One week of pure bliss and sunshine enjoyed
      with friends. Join us for exciting days packed with water activtivities,
                sports, crafts and exploration. Stay tuned for further details

Walk4Friendship

 MARCH 29TH, 2020
 12:30-4:00PM

 LOCATION TBD

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Join our incredible team of volunteers and see why
Friendship Circle is the talk of the town!
• TEACHING ACCEPTANCE, RESPECT AND GIVING
• EMPOWERING TEENAGERS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
• LEARN LEADERSHIP SKILLS
• GAIN KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
• COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS.

To join go to www.fcatlanta.org or call 404.423.3371

            O   U R C H  IL D TODAY AND
 “REGISTER Y            R  TO MORROW”
             R IG H T E
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Join the Friendship Circle family and see for yourself the
Friendship Circle difference

• CREATING FRIENDSHIPS AND INCLUSION
• MUCH NEEDED RESPITE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
• WIDE RANGE OF ACTIVITIES TO FOSTER NEW SKILLS, EXPERIENCES AND FRIENDSHIPS
• A PLACE WHERE YOU ARE CELEBRATED!

To join go to www.fcatlanta.org
or call 404.423.3371

of Atlanta
  An Affiliate of Chabad of Georgia

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