Friendship Circle of Charlotte

Bowling with Friends
2022-02-27 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | NC
After a very long time, we’re excited to be heading out to enjoy a fun afternoon of bowling at Sports Connection. Please note that RSVP is required by Friday, 2/11. Can’t wait to see you!

Make Your Own Bouncy Ball
2022-03-06 15:30 - 16:30
Come join us for an hour of creativity and fun as we each make our own bouncy balls. Get creative and make yours one of a kind. Let’s see who has the recipe to make theirs bounce the highest!

Hamantash Bake and Exchange
2022-03-13 15:30 - 16:30
Happy Purim! In honor of the upcoming holiday we will be baking our very own Hamantashen. We will be baking enough to bring a few home with us but most importantly enough to share with our friends. Don’t forget to wear your favorite Purim costume (but one that you do not mind getting a little dirty from baking).

Inclusive Flag Football Game
2022-03-20 15:00 - 16:30
Inspired by Bar Mitzvah Boy Jonah Zaidman, and under the guidance of Coach Dan Vizzini, a seasoned sports coach and even better human being, we will be hosting our first ever inclusive flag football game!Make sure to RSVP so you will have a jersey and be part of the fun.

Birthday Circle
2022-03-27 15:30 - 16:30
Come help us celebrate our friends with Birthdays in the months of March and April! A fun afternoon filled with lots of games and laughs. Weather depending this will be an outside event. We look forward to seeing you all and celebrating our Friends’ Birthdays.

“Shine Bright” Suncatcher Creating
2022-04-03 15:30 - 16:30
Come join us for an hour of creativity as we design and make our very own sun catchers. With the weather getting warmer and the sun getting brighter, this is the perfect piece of art to hang in your own window or to give to a friend.We look forward to seeing each of you and how you express yourself in your creations.

Improv Acting
2022-04-10 15:30 - 16:30
We are excited to be heading to Acting Out Studio for some improv acting. Join us to show off your award-winning acting skills and get ready for lots of fun and laughs.RSVP required.

Car Wash
2022-04-24 15:00 - 16:30
We’re hosting our very first Friendship Circle car wash! As prep for a Car Wash Fundraiser later this year, we decided there’s no better way to perfect our car washing skills than with some practice. We are super excited to be practicing a great skill and having fun with our friends while doing it.This event will be weather permitting. Event cancellation will be decided by Friday April 22nd.
Wanna get your car washed? Make sure to reserve a spot in the first or second shift.

Friendship Circle Family Picnic
2022-05-01 17:00 - 19:00
Our annual Friendship Circle Family Picnic is here!Join us to celebrate another amazing year of friendship. We will be recognizing all our 2022 graduates and we hope to see all our friends and their families for an evening of games, yummy food, and lots of laughs.

Mother’s Day Craft
2022-05-08 15:30 - 16:30
What better way to show our mothers how much we love them than with a special Mother’s Day gift. Friends, join us in making a special craft to share with your mother or a role model in your life.We hope to see you there!

Just Dancing
2022-05-15 15:30 - 16:30
Join us for an hour of dancing and fun, led by Ms. Brianna. Show off your best dance moves and learn a few new steps too!

Birthday Circle
2022-05-22 15:30 - 16:30
Come help us celebrate our Friends with Birthdays in the month of May, June or July! It’s our last program of the school year so we’ve got to pack in lots of fun! How about a pizza party?! We will bake our own pizzas and share with our friends.We can’t wait to see you all and celebrating our Friends’ Birthdays.

Family Fun Day
2022-06-19 17:00 - 21:00
Just because school is out for the summer does not mean we have to stop having fun. Bring the family and join us for a Knights Baseball game in honor of Father’s Day and enjoy the time to catch up with friends.

Rosh Hashana Kickoff Event
2022-09-11 15:30 - 16:30
Welcome back! What better way to kick off our year than with super-fun Rosh Hashana themed activities. Food, Fun, Friends and Games, what more could we need?! We can’t wait to see you!

Car Wash Fundraiser and Ice Cream Party
2022-09-18 15:00 - 17:00
Our fantastic Friendship Circle Car Wash is back and this time it’s a FUNdraiser for our new FUN Zone!The car wash will be run by our Friends and we’ll have an awesome time practicing skills, having fun, and benefiting our new Inclusive Fun Zone while doing it. We encourage Special Friends of all ages to participate.
And after all the work is done… we’ll have an ice cream party!!!
Want to get your car washed?
Sign up for an appointment, before they’re all gone. Spots are limited.

Bean Mosaic Art Circle
2022-10-02 15:30 - 16:30
Birthday Circle is back and better then ever and we’re excited to invite our friends of all ages to come celebrate with us!You’ve probably heard of mosaic art, but what about mosaic art with beans?!
Come join us to make super cool abstract art pieces from different types of beans (followed by delicious cake and ice cream). Can’t wait to see all the creative designs our friends come up with!
Please Note: Participation in Friendship Circle programs is for registered friends only.

Family Sukkot Dinner
2022-10-09 18:30
Come join Friendship Circle for a Sukkot Dinner! Inviting all our Special Friends and Teen Friends and their families to join us for an all inclusive dinner under the stars!We can’t wait to see you all there!
Please Note: Participation in Friendship Circle programs is for registered friends only.

Birthday Circle – Petting Zoo
2022-10-23 15:30 - 16:30
Friendship Circle is having an EXTRAORDINARY PETTING ZOO right in our backyard.Come hang out with and feed various farm animals while having fun with friends.
Can’t wait to see YOU there!
Please Note: Participation in Friendship Circle programs is for registered friends only.

October Music Circle
2022-10-30 15:30 - 16:30
Music Circle is a great place to hang out with friends and make some noise!! (Sensory headphones are welcome and will be available). Get ready to play some music-making games and have lots of fun.Looking forward to jamming with you!
Please Note: Participation in Friendship Circle programs is for registered friends only.

November Birthday Circle
2022-11-06 15:30 - 16:30
Can you believe we are back at the beginning of a new month?Well believe it or not Birthday Circle is back!
Join us in celebrating our November birthdays with cupcake making, ice cream and lots of party games!
Please Note: Participation in Friendship Circle programs is for registered friends only.

Pajama Walk
2022-11-13 12:30 - 16:00
The Pajama Walk is a community walk to raise awareness and funds for Friendship Circle & ZABS Place – two local non-profits offering social opportunities and training & employment for individuals with special needs and talents. Join us in #MakingDreamsComeTrue!Sign up at PajamaWalk.com

Moms’ Coffee
2022-11-20 15:30 - 16:30
Join Ms. Sue for a Moms’ coffee hangout with coffee, refreshments and a great atmosphere.This event will take place during our November Art Circle.
Please Note: Participation in Friendship Circle programs is for registered friends only.

Splatter Paint Art Circle
2022-11-20 15:30 - 16:30
Ready or not here it comes…Its time to get down & little messy with ART CIRCLE!
Why paint a canvas when you can splatter a canvas?!
You DON’T want to miss out!
It is going to be a splash!
Please Note: Participation in Friendship Circle programs is for registered friends only.

Bowling
2022-12-04 15:30 - 16:30
Ten Pins. One Ball. Unforgettable Fun.This December our Friends will be hitting the town for a Bowling Bash!
This event is taking place at Bowlero Bowling Alley Matthews – 11210 Brigman Rd, Matthews, NC 28105.
And we will meet you there!
Lets Rock and Bowl!
Please Note: Participation in Friendship Circle programs is for registered friends only.

Mad Science Birthday Circle
2022-12-11 15:30 - 17:00
It’s the last Birthday Circle of 2022 and we are going to end it off with a bang!Mad Science is here to let your curiosity take its course. Join us for some Science filled fun with many discoveries along the way. Of course, there will be cake to celebrate our December birthdays. You definitely don’t want to miss out!
Please Note: Participation in Friendship Circle programs is for registered friends only.

Family Latke Cook Off
2022-12-21 17:30 - 19:30
Winter is here and that means… Our annual Friendship Circle Chanukah Party is back!!We would like to invite all our Friends and their Families for the ultimate Latke Cook Off. Dinner and Chanukah fun will be served!
Please Note: Participation in Friendship Circle programs is for registered friends only.

Inclusive Fun Zone Grand Opening
2023-01-08 17:00
Join us for a Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening ceremony for the first Inclusive Fun Zone in the Charlotte area!Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to see Friendship Circle’s inclusive and adventurous space, home to a Music & Movement Studio, Art & Creativity Spot, Multi-Sensory Dream Room, Indoor Sensory-Friendly Park, “Please Touch” Hallway, Parent Lounge, and Teen Leadership Hub.
Details
Ribbon Cutting will be held outdoors so please dress accordingly
Program begins at 5pm followed by small group tours and buffet dinner (inside) with entertainment
Parking available at Charlotte Prep – 212 Boyce Rd. 28211

Click here for more information about our Fun Zone and available dedication opportunities.
View our Fun Zone Registry.

Open Play @ FC
2023-01-15 15:30 - 16:30
It’s a new year and here’s a new and super exciting program…. Open Play @ FC. Come out and enjoy an hour of free play in our new Inclusive Fun Zone.The options are endless with our nature-inspired Sensory Park, Treehouse, Art & Creativity Spot, Music & Movement Room; what will you try first?
Please Note: RSVP is required by Wednesday, 1/11. Participation in Friendship Circle programs is for registered friends only.

Birthday Circle – Pizza Making
2023-01-22 15:30 - 17:00
It’s the first Birthday Circle of 2023 and we’re celebrating our January birthdays with a Make-your-own-pizza Party!Pizza is a favorite for most of our friends, but everyone likes to cover their fresh pizza dough with different toppings. Here’s a chance to make a pizza just the way you like it and still celebrate together.
Pizza will of course be followed by cake and ice cream for dessert!
P.S. Gluten free and dairy free options will be available
Please Note: Participation in Friendship Circle programs is for registered friends only. RSVP is required before Thursday, 1/19

Build A Race Car
2023-01-29 15:30 - 16:30
On your marks, get set, GO! Look out NASCAR, our racing season is just starting.Bring your creativity and racing spirit as we team up with friends to make cars out of recycled materials. First we’ll build, then we’ll race, then we’ll celebrate… with a trophy and all!
Will it be the milk carton, soda can, or water bottle car that comes in first? Come join the fun and you may be the winner!
Please Note: Participation in Friendship Circle programs is for registered friends only. RSVP is required by Wednesday, 1/25.
