Pre Pesach in Crown Heights is always a blur of activity. Especially the clothing stores, as everyone tries to get themselves, and their children, fitted for new outfits. It can...

Purim at Friendship Circle Brooklyn was filled with a massive event for 200+ people, private megillah readings for homebound children, TONS of volunteer engagement with our girls and Bochurim visiting their...

To our dear Brooklyn community, Over a decade ago, when we took over as Directors of the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn, we deeply questioned our decision. We always knew that...

When Special Parents drive in from places as far as Lakewood and Five Towns because they heard through the grapevine about this event, you know that what Friendship Circle is offering...

We wanted to share this feedback with you from one of our volunteers’ Whatsapp Status. It’s pretty cool how impactful Friendship Circle is on both the members AND the volunteers...

This past Thursday, over 80 boys with special needs and their volunteers gathered at the JCM to celebrate Yud-Tes Kislev. The boys created a Chanukah sand art project and enjoyed...

“Have affection for a fellow-Jew and G‑d will have affection for you; do a kindness for a fellow-Jew and G‑d will do a kindness for you; befriend a fellow-Jew and...

With gratitude to Hashem, and to the Rebbe for His incredible Brochos, we are thrilled to share that we have signed a contract to purchase a  future home and community...

While Mrs. Chani Majesky was upstate speaking in numerous bungalow colonies at Friendship Circle’s annual package parties, she and her husband Rabbi Berel Majesky had a few hours to spare and...

Raising a child takes a lot of work: making sure they receive the right education, make good friends, feeding them, and clothing them… it’s a lot. Now add a diagnosis...

Story via Anash.org Yosef Yitzchak Handler, a member of Friendship Circle of Brooklyn, writes how he always wanted to join the Chidon, and what happened this year that made it...

Friendship Circle Brooklyn celebrated another full year of volunteering with a grand Appreciation Garden Party for their girls division. The setting was perfect. A large and airy outdoor space, beautiful...

Hundreds of men, women and children visited the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s annual art gallery event, “A Hakhel Experience,” in collaboration with the Bear Givers Foundation. Children and young adults...

The night before Purim Rabbi Berel Majesky made a call to a local residence we had just heard about, housing adults with special needs. “Can I lein Megilla for the...

On a day like Purim, the reality of having a child attend a school out of Crown Heights hits hard. While most children have class meet ups, friends popping by,...

I walked into a room filled with families that have a child with special needs. I looked around and wondered to myself: “Why did all these people show up? We...

These two 8th graders left the mother speechless. After all, she knows her daughter better than anyone else in the world. She knows what her daughter can achieve, and what to...

At the annual Friendship Circle Brooklyn Chanuka party, the Menorah was not the largest. The crowd though, was! In the spirit of Hakhel, FC hosted the largest ever family Chanuka...

Friendship Circle kicked off its Friends at Home program after Tishrei, with separate orientation events for their male and female high school aged volunteers. It’s hard to gauge the impact...

To these kids it was the most normal thing in the world. But when I walked in, I was moved to tears. A group of neuro-typical children were playing a...

As the Aron opened, and the two Sifrei Torah came into view, a lump formed in my throat. “A King can only be a ruler, if He has a kingdom.”...

At the beginning of the summer, the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn took to social media to bust myths and create further understanding within the community. Hitting 10K views in a very...

To cap off a year of amazing programs at Friendship Circle, FC treated the Boys Division volunteers to a delicious end-of-year barbecue. The barbecue recognized the dedication of the volunteers...

Friendship Circle Brooklyn celebrated another full year of volunteering with a grand Appreciation Garden Party for their girls division. The setting was perfect. A large and airy outdoor space, beautiful...

Hundreds of men, women and children visited the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s annual art gallery event, “The Art of Friendship: Land of Israel,” in collaboration with the Bear Givers Foundation....

“Applesauce! That’s what I want.” It was a week before Purim when we received a call asking what our son would enjoy in his Shalach Manos. For many mothers, this...

“Welcome to Holland.” “Holland?!?” you say. “What do you mean Holland?? I signed up for Italy! I’m supposed to be in Italy. All my life I’ve dreamed of going to...

Some young adults with special needs don’t have as many opportunities where they can feel like they are “one of the Bochurim,” as they attend schools or dayhabs outside of...

Photos by Andrea Scrivanich and Veronica On the first night of Chanukah, families at Friendship Circle of Brooklyn experienced a Chanukah like none other! After receiving their customized Thank You...

On Yud Tes Kislev, Friendship Circle of Brooklyn hosted a grand Farbrengen.  Boys with special needs and volunteers gathered to socialize, farbreng, and enjoy a delicious fleishig Seudah.  Rabbi Chaim...

Friendship Circle of Brooklyn kicked off the year with a grand Volunteer Orientation for their girls’ division. At the “Say Cheese!” themed event, the volunteers were treated to dairy refreshment...

Friendship Circle of Brooklyn just concluded a week-long fundraising campaign which was, remarkably, conducted entirely by children. Some thirty five groups of children signed up to raise funds by running...

To end off a year of amazing programs at Friendship Circle, FC treated the Boys Division volunteers to an end-of-year barbeque. The dedicated volunteers use their one-hour dinner break to...

This past Sunday, Friendship Circle of Brooklyn unveiled a new mural on the corner of Kingston and Lefferts Avenues. The entire community was invited to join the festivities. The mural is...

One Father, One Nation ואב אחד לכולנה Join us on Sunday, June 6, 2021, as we celebrate friendship and unity on Kingston Avenue! Come by to experience the joy and...

By Devora Korolitzky Being the parent of a child with special needs is not easy. From the endless appointments and the piles of paperwork to the emotional toll it takes...

Friendship Circle of Brooklyn will be distributing Pesach gifts to FC families, including a Pesach crafts, and a case of wine sponsored by Wine by the Case. Mendel and Yuda Majesky, Shluchim...

Dear Crown Heights community,   Purim at Friendship Circle is always a fun celebration, with silly costumes, exciting entertainment, and of course, delicious themed food. Every year, we make sure...

Man plans, and Hashem plans better! This seems to be the theme these days. Well, who would have expected we would get a foot of snow this week? Thankfully, Friendship...

Photos by Andrea Scrivanich and Rebecca Howard Every Chanukah, Friendship Circle of Brooklyn hosts a large Chanukah party and concert, exclusively for Friendship Circle of Brooklyn families. A frequently asked...

It’s the first night of Chanukah, and hundreds of gorgeous bags with individually wrapped gifts are sitting under the glow of the Menorah. Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s family Chanukah Party...

This article was originally published on COL Russia’s Chief Rabbi Berel LAzar visited the residents of HASC Center’s Crwon Heights group home. Rabbi Lazar was welcomed by Mrs. Shmiel Kahn,...

Tables are spread out six feet apart, and the congregation is socially distanced. A few faces are covered in masks. The room is spacious, clean and airy; yet the atmosphere...

Who has the authority to define the term an essential worker? Is this term coined for only medical professionals and government officials? The million dollar question is: do you view...

At Friendship Circle of Brooklyn, our minds are always whirling with new and innovative ideas to bring joy, love and support to our families. This year is unlike any other;...

Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s annual Volunteer Appreciation Event was all set in place, until corona hit. The FC team immediately switched gears and came up with innovative ways to thank...

Friendship Circle of Brooklyn has rolled out a system to support their families during this challenging time. While most families are struggling with how to keep their kids entertained and...

It’s shortly before Purim and the frenzy has begun. Kids are perfecting their costumes and mothers are stressing about how they will get everything done on time… But one group...

Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s female volunteers gathered on Tuesday night to “Redefine Friendship.” This interactive workshop, led by Mrs. Menucha Cooper of Chabad of Malvern, Australia, taught the girls about the different...

Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s Inclusive After School Clubs are back for another session! Back by popular demand, these after school clubs give mainstream children an opportunity to join children with...

The long and cold wintery Motzei Shabbosim can be dreaded by some. For others, it may mean nights out on the town, restaurant hopping and shopping. For the Young Adult...

In his famous letter, the Baal Shem Tov writes to his brother in law that on Rosh Hashana 5507, he ascended to the heavenly worlds, eventually reaching the chamber of Moshiach. Upon meeting Moshiach he asked, “When...

Have you ever heard the sound of wailing sirens and stopped to think about the incredible selfless individuals who risk their lives when heading to an emergency? At Friendship Circle...

The Friendship Circle of Brooklyn hosted their largest Chanukah celebration ever for children and young adults with special needs and their families, with a special concert by singer Benny Friedman. Over...

On the first night of Chanukah, Friendship Circle of Brooklyn families got a warm welcome as they walked into Bais Rivkah’s beautifully decorated Hall. The numbers this year far surpassed...

As our FC community grows each year, the number of toys distributed does too. Last year, Friendship Circle gave out almost 500 brand new toys. Each one accepted with much...

Mothers of Friendship Circle of Brooklyn were pampered with a full day retreat right here in Brooklyn. Hosted at Chabad Heights, a full day’s program of inspiration for body and...

Many Crown Heights high school students gathered for Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s Annual Volunteer Kickoff. The girls were treated to a delectable, “dirty” fries bar with array of toppings and...

Following its success in Montreal, for the first time ever, a group of Frum comedians are gathering to perform kosher comedy – improv style, in New York! The event, open...

Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s Inclusive After School Clubs are back for a third year! Back by popular demand, these after school clubs give mainstream children an opportunity to join children...

If this were a typical campaign press release, I’d be sure to start off with the important stuff. Things like the date, the time, and how much we need all...

We recently released a new music video, starring the siblings of children with special needs, as well as highlighting a few of our past programs and events. Composed by Abie Rotenberg,...

This past Sunday, the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn hosted their sixth annual “Art of Friendship” Gallery, featuring a stunning collection of artwork created by members of the organization. After many...

On April 29th, 2015 in the midst of the Baltimore riots, police decided to ban fans from entering the stadium. For the first time in history, a major league baseball...

A grand event was held Sunday to celebrate the completion of a new Torah, donated to the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn by Dovi and Racheli Chaimsonof Crown Heights. The Torah was dedicated in...

There is never a quiet moment on Purim at the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn! Rabbi Berel and Chani Majesky and the rest of the FCBKLN staff worked round the clock to ensure a fantastic,...

Over 50 kosher restaurants, wineries and distilleries were featured at the Crown Heights Wine & Food Festival. The festival, coordinated by Wine by the Case, a premier wine store on...

A networking event on services, care and benefits for parents of children with special needs will take place in Crown Heights. As your friends worry about their children’s teachers, after...

At Friendship Circle of Brooklyn, Zumba is the young adult division’s most highly anticipated event of the week. With Zumba classes taking place on Motzei Shabbos winter nights, the evening...

It was a wet, rainy night on the first night of Chanukah, yet families with children with special needs got a warm welcome as they walked into Bais Rivkah’s beautifully...

The Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s Menorah Building workshop at the Home Depot was filled to capacity with over 100 in attendance. The Home Depot on Hamilton Avenue closed off their...

40 women gathered on Motzei Shabbos for a special program for mothers active with Friendship Circle of Brooklyn and in conjunction with Yaldei Shluchei Harebbe. With a screening of a...

Zusha, world-famous Chassidic folk band, performed in Crown Heights this past Motzei Shabbos. Zusha played for a packed house inspiring the crowd through their original tunes and soulful melodies. The...

On a beautiful Tuesday evening, a record number of Bochurim from the local Yeshiva Gedolos gathered at the JCM for an incredible Volunteer Kickoff. The Friendship Circle gives these Bochurim...

Just a few days after the hectic Tishrei schedule came to an end, many Crown Heights high school students gathered for Friendship Circle Brooklyn’s Annual Volunteer Kickoff. The only program...

As everyone said goodbye to summer and sent their kids off to school, Friendship Circle of Brooklyn started their year off with a bang, enjoying the last licks of warmth...

Tishrei is a busy time for everyone, so Kettle & Cord has planned an array of exciting in-store offerings to help people during the Yom Tov season. YAD Girls of...

FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE BROOKLYN WANTS YOU TO MEET THE REAL ME – In Bonus Round! Friendship Circle Brooklyn ran its This Is Me campaign in celebration and support of the many...

This article was written by Miriam Brosseau for Charidy.com’s Blog. The average American is seeing between 4000 and 10000 ads…a day. That’s a lot of messaging to cut through. How does your...

In honor of Friendship Circle Brooklyn’s This Is Me campaign, Crown Heights based singer-songwriter, Mendel Goldman, has released a heartfelt single featuring Menachem Weinstein. The song, “Like Me,” captures the universal human...

On a bright Sunday morning, families part of Friendship Circle of Brooklyn kicked off the start of summer with a fantastic kayaking adventure on the Hudson River. Families enjoyed boating...

This past Sunday, the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn hosted their fifth annual “Art of Friendship” Gallery, featuring a stunning collection of artwork created by members of the organization. After many...

 A limited edition set of “Bentchers” featuring artwork by children and young adults with special needs, has been printed and available for sale at the Friendship Circle’s upcoming art show....

Friendship Circle of Brooklyn is partnering once again with the Bear Givers Foundation to host their annual Art of Friendship Gallery. The children with special needs will have a chance...

140 high school girls and their proud mothers came together at the JCM to salute the girls’ hard work and dedication to the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn. Beautiful decor and...

Crown Heights residents Dovi and Racheli Chaimson have commisioned a new Sefer Torah to be written in honor of the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Baruch Schneur. Family, friends and...

Parents of children with special needs had the opportunity to get together for a relaxing evening at Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s Social and Sensory Space. The space, home to FCBKLN’s...

The YAD Boys Division gathered in the JCM for a special evening of live music, dancing, and a talent showcase. The program began with a performance with guest musician Shmuly...

There was never a quiet moment on Purim at the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn! Rabbi Berel and Chani Majesky worked round the clock to ensure a fantastic, amazing, and happy Purim for all the...

A week before Purim, Friendship Circle of Brooklyn held their first ever Pre-Purim Carnival for their F@H participants, led by an amazing team of dedicated volunteers and high school presidents....

Friendship Circle of Brooklyn has opened registration for Session Two of its after school clubs for girls and boys of all abilities. After running a successful pilot program, the Friendship...

On the day after Tu B’shvat, the Boys Division of Friendship Circle gathered at the JCM for an inspiring Farbrengen. The boys participated in various activities that represented the many...

A Motzei Shabbos in the winter may seem to drag on and on, but for a group of young women with special needs, it never seems long enough. The Friendship...

Mothers and daughters of the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn community gathered on Motzei Shabbos for a unique Cooking Demo by Sylvia Fallas of Cooking for my People. The Demo provided...

It was a cold winter night on the second night of Chanukah. Families with children with special needs got a warm welcome as they walked into a beautifully decorated Rosa...

Over 50 boys and Bochurim of Friendship Circle Brooklyn’s Boys Division gathered at the Jewish Children’s Museum for a special Farbrengen. First, the boys ate a delicious pizza supper as...

The Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s Menorah Building workshop at the Home Depot was filled to capacity with over 120 in attendance. The Home Depot on Hamilton Avenue closed off their...

School was closed, but The Friendship Circle of Brooklyn was wide open. The Friendship Circle of Brooklyn took a full bus of children and volunteers on a special outing on...

A group of young women attended the kickoff event for Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s newest branch – Alumni and Friends. Introducing Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s Newest Branch: Alumni and Friends....

This article was written by Miriam Karp for TheJewishWoman.org Meet Yaffa Leba Gottlieb. Her petite status and soft voice belie her giant spirit. Yaffa is a creative, quietly confident maverick....

40 women gathered on Sunday morning for a special program for Friendship Circle mothers, held at the ’94 Shul in Crown Heights. With three highly sought out speakers, the women...

For the first time ever, Friendship Circle of Brooklyn will be offering two after school clubs for boys and girls, starting this Tuesday. Both sessions will foster an inclusive environment...

Last Monday, Yeshiva students in Crown Heights gathered at the Jewish Children’s Museum for Friendship Circle Brooklyn’s Annual Volunteer Kickoff. “This year, we are so fortunate to have a large...

Only one week into the school year, 200 Crown Heights high school girls gathered for Friendship Circle Brooklyn’s Annual Volunteer Kickoff. Girls from four local high schools, Bais Rivkah, Bnos...

This article was written by Nina Glick for the Jewish Link of New Jersey Photo by Three Star Photographers In this community, many have the good fortune of being invited...

The “Art of Friendship” featuring original artwork created by the children and young adults of the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn was open this past Sunday. After many months of working...

On Sunday, May 14th, 2017 Jews worldwide celebrated Lag Baomer, a day celebrating the life and learning of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai and Rabbi Akiva. In Brooklyn, New York, a...

Photographer Chaim Perl led an art workshop for boys of the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn, who each created visual masterpieces of their own. Chaim Perl stepped out from behind his...

Parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs gathered to listen, learn and be inspired at the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s Networking Night. Round table workshops are the new and...

Children of the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn have created a colorful Aleph Bais Collection of silk screen art, to be showcased at the Art of Friendship Gallery event. The “ooh’s”...

170 girls and their proud mothers came together at the JCM last week to salute the work and dedication of the volunteers this past year. The guests were welcomed with...

Leading photographer Chana Blumes gave a hands on workshop for young adults with special needs in preparation for the Friendship Circle’s annual Art of Friendship “Gallery and Gala” event. Coming...

As far as super-parents go, the Friendship Circle parent body tops the list. As part of their ongoing mission to offer respite to their parents, the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn...

Children with special needs and their families, really did have a joyous Purim this year. The Friendship Circle of Brooklyn hosted its annual Purim Party on Sunday morning with over...

Volunteers for the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn gathered for an evening of fun and inspiration enjoying food and a game show. This week our volunteers joined together for an evening...

A winter Motzei Shabbos may seem to drag on and on, but for a group of young woman with special needs, it never seemed long enough. The Friendship Circle of...

‘There Are No Kids With Special Needs Here’ Innovative afterschool program brings 8- to 10-year-olds together Written for Chabad.org by Shmuel Loebenstein   Crêpes will burn if you don’t pour the...

Children with special needs and their families gathered for the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s annual Chanukah celebration with the Twins from France. Children with special needs and their families gathered...

The boys division of the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn got together to celebrate the auspicious month of Kislev with a Farbrengen and pre-Chanukah Party. The program opened with a two...

Last Sunday, the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn’s Menorah Building workshop at the Home Depot was filled to capacity with over 150 in attendance. The Home Depot on Hamilton Avenue closed...

Local Bochurim have given up the one hour a week of what they have for “themselves” and are volunteering for the Friendship Circle. The Friendship Circle’s Boy’s division – Boys...

The Friendship Circle of Brooklyn recently celebrated the Bar Mitzvah of a family member. Levi, who is a proud member of FC and joins the weekly Shabbos Minyan, recently had...

300 Crown Heights high school girls gathered for their annual Friendship Circle volunteer kickoff event. Only a week into the school year, close to 300 Crown Heights high school girls...

Hundreds attended the Art of Friendship gallery event by the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn Sunday, viewing original art created by children with special needs. The “Art of Friendship” featuring original...

Mothers of children with special needs in Crown Heights were treated to a night out in the town with food, fun and music. The Friendship Circle of Brooklyn treated their...

Lag Baomer was celebrated with two highly-energized programs at the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn. Lag Baomer was celebrated with two highly-energized programs at the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn. The Young...

Ahead of their upcoming Art Show, boys of the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn participated in a Mosiac Workshop with renowned Chassidic artist Michoel Muchnik. At the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn,...

The Friendship Circle’s Art of Friendship gallery event will once again feature the craft of water-coloring by award winning artist Mrs. Estee Schneerson. The “ooh’s” and “aaah’s” at last years...

170 volunteers of the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn gathered with their proud mothers for an end of year appreciation event. 170 volunteers of the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn gathered with...

This year’s Friendship Circle’s Art Show Gala will feature both art and ceramic pieces created by children with special needs. Coming off of last year’s tremendously successful “Gallery and Gala”,...

120 children, siblings and parents attended a joyful Purim party at the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn. Children with special needs and their families, really did have a joyous Purim this...

Boys of the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn danced away at an open mic night in celebrating the joyous month of Adar II. The YAD – Boys of the Friendship Circle...

Volunteers of the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn were treated to a night out with a Pizza Parlor and inspiring words from those impacted by the organization. This week the Friendship...

Friendship Circle of Brooklyn families gathered for a special Hakhel unity event with Mitzvah Boulevard characters and renowned storyteller Yitzi Erps. Friendship Circle of Brooklyn families joined together for an...

Parents of children with special needs in Crown Heights enjoyed an hilarious comedy evening with delicious food and music. As far as super-parents go, the Friendship Circle parent body tops...

The Boys Division of Friendship Circle of Brooklyn gathered for a special Farbrengen in honor of Yud Shvat. The boys division of the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn, which includes boys...

A winter Motzei Shabbos may seem to drag on and on, but for a group of young woman with special needs, it never seemed long enough. The Friendship Circle of...

While many in the Frum community may not have taken notice, there are many that have been off these past two weeks. For children with special needs who are off...

New for this year, the Friendship Circle of Brooklyn held the Sib’s Circle kickoff event. At Sibs Circle, siblings of children with special needs get together for their own special...

While many in the religious community may not have taken notice, many public and Well, the The Friendship Circle of Brooklyn treated a group of children with special needs for an...

Teens and Twenties at the Friendship Circle of Crown Heights put on a Zumba recital for volunteers and proud parents. A winter Motzei Shabbos may seem to drag on and...

The Friendship Circle of Brooklyn hosted a grand Yud Shvat Farbrengen for its Boys Divison with speaker Rabbi Chaim Majesky. The Friendship Circle of Brooklyn, under the direction of RabbiBerel and Chani Majesky,...

The Friendship Circle of Brooklyn held a Winter Camp for children with special needs who have time off from school. While most children may still be in school, there are...

This winter, the long Motzei Shabbosim will no longer be a drag for young ladies with special needs in Brooklyn. For the first time ever, the Teens & Twenties division...