Something special is cooking! Join Friendship Circle of Virginia and the Weinstein JCC for a meaningful evening at the Friendship Café, a pop-up experience where great food meets even greater purpose. Our café provides hands-on vocational training and real-world job skills for adults with disabilities, empowering them with confidence, independence, and opportunity. Enjoy […]
Friendship Circle of Virginia's Young Adult Division (YAD) gives young adults (ages 18-30) with disabilities a space to connect with friends and engage in meaningful social experiences. The program fosters a warm and fun environment where participants can enjoy a variety of activities tailored to their interests and abilities.
Friendship Circle of Virginia is excited to host our 5th Annual Disability Inclusion Day on Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 2:05pm. This event is in partnership with the Richmond Flying Squirrels. Disability Inclusion Day highlights the importance of an inclusive community by bringing people with and without disabilities together to experience a baseball game in […]
Join us at Padel Plant, RVA’s newest venue, for an energizing evening of padel ball, or simply come hang out and connect. It’s completely free to join whether you’re hitting the court or just there for the company. Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the restaurant if you’d like to grab a […]
Theater of Ability is a fun, interactive theater workshop designed for all abilities. Created and led by Nathan, a member of the Friendship Circle Teen Leadership Board, this program invites participants to explore theater in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Join us for an all-abilities experience filed with theater games, movement, and skill-building activities. No […]
Something special is cooking! Join us for a meaningful evening at the Friendship Café, a pop-up experience where great food meets even greater purpose. Our café provides hands-on vocational training and real-world job skills for adults with disabilities, empowering them with confidence, independence, and opportunity. Enjoy a delicious meal while connecting with community and supporting […]
Teens with and without disabilities are invited to an afternoon of fun at Monster Mini Golf! Come enjoy mini golf, hang out with friends, laugh, and connect in a relaxed, welcoming space where everyone can just be themselves.
Join Friendship Circle for a morning of connection and support! Fathers, mothers, caregivers, and family members are warmly invited to attend this stop of the Special Fathers Network U.S. Tour. Come meet local mentor fathers, connect with others who understand the journey, and hear from author and podcast host David Hirsch. Attendees will also […]
Joseph “JB” Bensmihen shares practical tools from Taking Your Place at the Table, focusing on self-belief, preparation, adaptability, and resilience. He inspires participants to confidently pursue opportunities, embrace support, and move from bystanders to active contributors. JB is a powerful voice for inclusion with 600+ inspirational talks and advocacy work with organizations like Friendship Circle […]
Join us for a free sensory-friendly Family Swim where all ages and abilities are welcome! Whether you want to help your kids practice their swimming skills or you just want to make a splash with the whole family, Family Swim is the perfect way to spend an afternoon. SIGN-UP COMING SOON!
FCVA Families are invited to enjoy a relaxing pontoon ride on the James! Kids and teens can drive the pontoon! 9 people per session on each boat. Signup coming soon.
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