BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Friendship Circle of Virginia - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Friendship Circle of Virginia X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Friendship Circle of Virginia REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260209T180237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T180237Z UID:8385-1771516800-1771527600@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out at Natalie's Restaurant DESCRIPTION:Come join us in the private event room at Natalie’s Restaurant to learn about the options available for “adulting” in the RVA Special Needs Community. Learn about offerings from Dash and Scout\, All Needs Planning\, Counseling and Advocacy\, and Disability Benefits Guidance. \nThe info session will be from 4-5pm– the session will be informal\, allowing time for questions and discussions. Afterwards join us from 5:30-7pm for Happy Hour\, a time of relaxation and mingling.  URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/moms-night-out-at-natalies-restaurant/ LOCATION:Natalie’s Restaurant\, 2825 Hathaway Rd.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23225\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Feb-2026-MNO-e1770659990539.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260209T185408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T185519Z UID:8394-1771941600-1771948800@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Senior Purim Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join Senior Schmooze and Nosh Mo’adon and Senior Circle for an afternoon of Purim fun!\n \nThere will be hamantaschen baking\, grogger making\, and mask crafting\, led by community members and filled with connection and fun.\nAll seniors are invited—come as you are!\n \nThis event is a partnership between Congregation Or Atid\, Friendship Circle of Virginia\, and Jewish Family Services and generously sponsored by the Jewish Community Federation of Richmond.\n \nRSVP: https://www.oratid.org/event/SeniorsPurim26 or call (804) 740-4747  URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/senior-purim-celebration/ LOCATION:Congregation Or Atid\, 10625 Patterson Ave.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23238\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/purim-e1770662992475.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T210000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260209T185848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T185848Z UID:8401-1772136000-1772139600@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:FCVA Board Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/fcva-board-meeting-3/ LOCATION:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260226T031911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T195926Z UID:8438-1772362800-1772366400@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Purim Sensory Hour DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Purim with a community–wide festival at the JCC from 12-3pm! \nFriendship Circle Sensory-friendly hour: 11 AM – 12 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nAll ages are welcome for a vibrant day filled with live music\, delicious kosher food\, carnival games\, and family–friendly activities. This year’s theme\, Purim Around the World\, will bring a global flavor to the celebration with crafts\, performances\, and experiences inspired by Jewish communities worldwide. Kosher food and beverages available for purchase.  \nFree and open to the community  \nRSVP is appreciated \nWith support from the RCJE fund of the Jewish Community Federation of Richmond URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/purim-sensory-hour/ LOCATION:Weinstein JCC\, 5304 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23226 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Untitled-design-17-scaled-e1772075923234.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260209T203138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T201216Z UID:8403-1772978400-1772985600@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:All Abilities Family Swim DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a family swim at Goldfish Swim School – Richmond West End with the Friendship Circle of Virginia! \n\n\n\n\nWelcome to an All Abilities Family Swim that is FREE of charge and any and all ages/abilites are welcome! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of swimming at Goldfish Swim School – Richmond West End. Bring your family and friends for a relaxing time in the pool. Don’t forget your swimsuits and towels! \nAt Goldfish Swim School we value water safety and provide plenty of life jackets so everyone can have fun and be safe in the water! Kiddos that can swim with no assistance do not have to wear a life jacket\, but all others will. All children are REQUIRED to have a parent/guardian in the pool within arms reach of them. \n**We currently do not have a handicap chair lift\, but we do have stairs and a bench within our pool if you need help getting lowered in with assistance. \nWe can’t wait to SEA you there! URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/all-abilities-family-swim-2/ LOCATION:Goldfish Swim – Glen Allen\, 9782 Gayton Rd\, Richmond\, VA 23238\, Richmond\, VA\, 23238 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/626284024_1330313032472818_3338924101739104778_n-e1772223128338.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260226T033240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T200338Z UID:8440-1773342000-1773347400@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out- Padel Plant DESCRIPTION:Join us at Padel Plant for an energizing evening of padel — or simply come to hang out and connect. It’s completely free to join whether you’re hitting the court or just there for the company. No experience is needed — just come ready to move\, laugh\, and build meaningful connections with other moms who truly understand. \nFood and beverages will be available for purchase at the restaurant if you’d like to grab a drink or a bite while you’re there. \nSpace is limited\, please RSVP URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/moms-night-out-padel-plant/ LOCATION:Padel Plant\, 1201 Haxall Point\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Moms-Night-4-scaled-e1772222598694.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260209T220817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T201032Z UID:8407-1773583200-1773590400@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Teen Scene- Game Night DESCRIPTION:Teens with & without disabilities are invited to an afternoon of board games\, karaoke\, and hanging out with friends! \nCome play\, laugh\, and connect…4! URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/teen-scene-game-night/ LOCATION:Chabad of Virginia\, 212 N. Gaskins Rd.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23059\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WhatsApp-Image-2026-02-24-at-11.01.27-PM-e1772223012937.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T210000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260209T221408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T221408Z UID:8410-1773950400-1773954000@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:FCVA Board Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/fcva-board-meeting-5/ LOCATION:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260209T220014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T200819Z UID:8405-1774188000-1774195200@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:5th Annual Loving Acres Birthday Circle in Memory of Alexis Nichols DESCRIPTION:Join us for our March Birthday Circle\, a Friendship Circle favorite\,  Loving Acres! \nTeen Friends\, friends with disabilities\, siblings\, and parents are invited to enjoy a tour of the farm\, feed the animals\, create with fun crafts\, and play outdoor games as we come together to celebrate March Birthdays! \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nNamed after friend\, former board member\, and animal lover\, Alexis Nichols. URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/5th-annual-loving-acres-birthday-circle-in-memory-of-alexis-nichols/ LOCATION:Loving Acres\, 10800 Chalkley Rd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23237 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/March-2023-Birthday-Circle-2-1-scaled-e1772222777917.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260209T222034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222034Z UID:8412-1774551600-1774555200@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:FCVA Teen Leadership Board Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/fcva-teen-leadership-board-meeting/ LOCATION:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260226T034125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T192046Z UID:8446-1776610800-1776618000@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:April Birthday Circle at The Art Factory DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Art Factory for a Glow Dance Party and a Teen Paint Party! \nChildren (*12 and under) are invited to a glowing\, creativity-filled experience! Design your own t-shirt with neon fabric markers\, create glow bracelets\, enjoy UV glitter tattoos and face paint\, play balloon dance games\, and explore graffiti-style painting with vibrant neon paints. \nTeens (13+) are invited to a special guided paint party\, where they’ll learn step-by-step how to create their own neon jellyfish masterpiece. \nTeen friends\, individuals with disabilities\, siblings\, and parents are all welcome to join in the fun—this is a program for the whole Friendship Circle community! \nParents can enjoy free coffee as they sit back and relax. \nWe’ll also celebrate April birthdays with cupcakes\, and light refreshments will be served. Open to all Friendship Circle families.\n*Teens and young adults are welcome to attend the glow party instead of the paint party if it is a better fit for your child. \nTHE DEADLINE TO RSVP IS WEDNESDAY\, APRIL 15! URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/april-birthday-circle-at-the-art-factory/ LOCATION:Art Factory\, 4810 Market Square Lane\, Midlothian\, VA\, 23112 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Art-Factory-2-2-scaled-e1774552813834.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260416T153335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T034629Z UID:8777-1776963600-1776970800@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Friendship Cafe Pop-Up DESCRIPTION:Something special is cooking!\n \nJoin 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.\n \nEnjoy a delicious build-your-own pasta bar while connecting with community and supporting Friendship Circle’s mission of inclusion\, friendship\, and belonging for individuals of all abilities.\n \nDine In or Carry Out!\nRSVP at friendshipcircleva.org/friendshipcafe\n \nCan’t make it on April 23? No worries\, we’ll be back for another pop-up on May 18. URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/friendship-cafe-pop-up/ LOCATION:Weinstein JCC\, 5304 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23226 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Friendship-Cafe-17-scaled-e1776829635430.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260420T190220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T203413Z UID:8820-1777401000-1777406400@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:YAD (Young Adult Division) Kickoff Event- Bowling at River City Roll DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/yad-young-adult-division-kickoff-bowling-event/ LOCATION:River City Roll\, 939 Myers St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23230\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-20-at-4.10.39-PM-e1776716910684.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260226T033803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T165511Z UID:8443-1778421600-1778428800@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Disability Inclusion Day at Carmax Park DESCRIPTION: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. \nDisability Inclusion Day highlights the importance of an inclusive community by bringing people with and without disabilities together to experience a baseball game in a supportive\, inclusive environment. Friendship Circle of Virginia has added accessibility supports so that people with disabilities and mental health conditions and their loved ones can participate in America’s favorite pastime in an iconic RVA way. Open to the entire RVA community! \nHighlights Include:\n-Sensory break bags\n-Sensory Zone\n-ASL services\n-Audio Description Services\n-Closed captioning\n-Lower speaker volume in certain sections\n-Giveaway\n-Dietary Accommodations\n-Adult changing area\nAnd more! \nTicket requests available soon! URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/disability-inclusion-day-at-carmax-park/ LOCATION:Carmax Park\, 2929 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd.\, Richmond\, VA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/DIDPIC.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260326T193313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T193313Z UID:8595-1778785200-1778790600@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out at Padel Plant DESCRIPTION: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. \nFood and beverages will be available for purchase at the restaurant if you’d like to grab a drink or a bite while you’re there. \nThis Moms’ Night is hosted by Friendship Circle of Virginia in partnership with All Needs Planning\, Carroll Compass Consulting\,\nVirginia Down Syndrome Association\, and Jacob’s Chance. \nSpace is limited so reserve your free spot today! URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/moms-night-out-at-padel-plant/ LOCATION:Padel Plant\, 1201 Haxall Point\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Moms-Night-10-1-scaled-e1774553559313.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260422T032004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T023747Z UID:8849-1778864400-1778869800@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Theater of Ability DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin us for an all-abilities experience filed with theater games\, movement\, and skill-building activities. No experience needed\, just bring your energy and enthusiasm. \nBring your hip-hip\, and we’ll bring the hooray! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Theater of Ability\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Age(Required)18192021222324252627282930Parent Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Parent Email(Required)\n \n Parent Phone(Required)Do you have any accessibility needs?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Please specify you accessibility needs(Required)Additional Comments\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/theater-of-ability/ LOCATION:VA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-20-at-3.30.25-PM-3-e1776828546907.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T125909 CREATED:20260406T165148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T165148Z UID:8604-1779123600-1779130800@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Friendship Cafe Pop-Up DESCRIPTION:Something special is cooking! \nJoin 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. \nEnjoy a delicious meal while connecting with community and supporting Friendship Circle’s mission of inclusion\, friendship\, and belonging for individuals of all abilities. URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/friendship-cafe-pop-up-2/ LOCATION:Weinstein JCC\, 5304 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23226 ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR