Building Hours: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
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: In honor of Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), Martin Bodek will join us to share a powerful story of endurance during World War II. Martin's book, Zaidy's War, tells his grandfather's war story across three continents and four armies.
April 27: To wrap up April, talented artist and JCC member Rita Richetti will lead us in a Spring painting activity. Be ready to get creative and show off your artistic ability for this program.
May 4: For this meeting, Dr. Jennifer Stinson of Stinson Audiology will join us for a presentation on hearing loss and hearing aids. Come prepared with any hearing related questions you may have.
May 11: To close out this season of Friendship Circle, please join us for the 2nd annual FC Mocktail Party. This year we will feature the Lehigh Valley POPS Orchestra as our musical guest. We'll enjoy some toe-tapping tunes, good conversation, fun mocktails, and delicious finger foods! We welcome you to dress in your favorite cocktail attire for this season's sendoff.
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.
