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.

Community Service Club

A club of service-minded members. Each month members participate in a community service. Past service days 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.

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.