Friendship Place, Inc. > Events/Calendar

On a typical day, 25 to 40 participants use the Friendship Place facility for a variety of activities. Programs include arts/crafts, pool, cards, bingo, darts, bowling, movies, snacks, parties, cooking classes, nutritional classes,etc. All members are welcome to participate in any of the activities. Look for sign up requirements. Some of our ongoing programs are as follows:

Getting in Touch Meeting

Monthly all agency meeting to discuss current month's calendar, next month's proposed activities, issues discussion, staff concerns, etc.

Birthday of the Month

Celebration with cake/cookie and ice cream for all birthdays that fall within the month.

Volunteer Projects

A club of service-minded members. Each month members participate in volunteer projects. Past volunteer opportunities have included serving lunch at local community table, singing at nursing home, making cards for children at Children's Hospital, and park clean up.

Diner's Day

A chance to get out for lunch/supper. Restaurant is chosen by participants at the monthly "Getting In Touch" meeting. Members bring their own money (BYOM).

Life Skills Series

Informal educational discussion groups led by a community member/leader. Topics are chosen by members and include such topics as housing, relationships, nutrition, and employment.