The Friendship Circle exists to meet the needs of children with special needs in a wonderful, unique way. Teenage volunteers, who are specially trained, become a friend and mentor to your son or daughter, thereby giving them the opportunities of friends, play-dates and programs that every child enjoys.

Our series of Holiday Programs will give your child the opportunity to create memorable holiday experiences shared together with siblings and parents. And of course our volunteers will be there to give your child personal love and attention.

Sukkah Party

Mon, October 1, 4:30 - 6:30pm

Where: JCC of Central NJ, 1391 Martine Avenue, Scotch Plains.

Petting Zoo, Pony ride, Pizza in the Hut, Fun Crafts & More.

Chanukah Bowl

Wed, December 5, 2007, 4:30 - 6pm

Where: Garwood Lanes, 346 North Ave. Garwood.

Bowling, Special Chanukah Craft, Menorah lighting, chocolate coins, Light Dinner, Doughnuts, Judah the Macabbee and fun for the whole family. Light dinner will be served.

Model Matzah Bakery

Sunday, April 6, 2008, 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Where: JCC of Central NJ, 1391 Martine Avenue, Scotch Plains.

At the Model Matzah Bakery you’ll experience the Passover story, enjoy fun crafts and bake Matzah all the way from wheat kernels to a finished Matzah. Light dinner will be served.

Grand BBQ

Thu, May 29, 2008, 4:30 -6:30pm

Where: JCC of Central NJ, 1391 Martine Avenue, Scotch Plains.

BBQ, Moon Bounce, Slides, Crafts & fun for the whole family.