Friendship Circle

A biweekly social gathering including special programming. Programs vary and often include musical entertainment, special speakers, demonstrations or hands-on activities. Friendship Circle is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others in the community. Kosher-style food will be provided (not under Rabbinic supervision).

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Mondays (September - May) | 11:45am-2pm

Ages: 50+ | at the JCC

Annual Membership: $72 | Half-Year Membership: $36


2025-2026 Meeting Dates

February 23 Rescheduled Date TBD: Clean out your ears, stretch those ankles, and come join us for a toe-tapping good time as we welcome the Lehigh Valley Pops Orchestra to this meeting! The Pops Orchestra will perform a mixed music show featuring some pop music, show tunes, and classical pieces!

March 9: For this meeting, we'll start off with a brief presentation from representatives of JFLV's Partership2Gether, introducing the program and its impact. Following that, Senior Deputy District Attorney of Lehigh County Ramma Mineo will join us for a presentation on scam prevention.

March 16 (rescheduled from March 23): 
Fire up your coke ovens, melt your pig iron, and join us for a riveting presentation from the National Museum of Industrial History on Women in Steel.

March 30: 
Hold your calls and mark your calendars because you won't want to miss this meeting. The Parkland High School Orchestra Strolling Strings will join us for an engaging and interactive musical experience that is sure to captivate you.


April 13
April 27
May 4
May 11


Contact: Simon Katz ([email protected])


PAST PROGRAMS INCLUDE:

Musical performances including the Parkland High School Strolling Strings, Jewish composer piano concert by Lex Sloot, variety music shows, and more.

Art programming including demonstrations from the Second Saturday Spinners and the Embroiderers Guild of America, instructor led activities from Jessica Goodnack and Paintsome Pottery, and more.

Health & fitness programming including exercise activities from JCC certified trainer Jenn Dietz, chair yoga and mindfulness practices from certified integrative health coach Jan Pavelco, and more.

Special holiday programs including a Rosh Hashanah shofar blowing, Hanukkah luncheon, and more.

Educational programming including a Medicare refresh from DelVal Senior Advisors, a backyard birding talk from the Audubon Society, a history presentation on the Atlas Cement Company and Northampton, PA, and more.

Other unique events including a mocktail party, a scam prevention seminar from the Lehigh County District Attorney's office, game days, and more.

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