Stride Into Dreamland and Build Inclusive Friendships
What if you could support an incredible cause, inspire kindness, and give your kids the best Sunday of the year— all while wearing pajamas?
Get ready for the coziest, dreamiest, and most heartwarming community event of the season! The 8th Annual Pajama Walk, presented by Friendship Circle and ZABS Place, is stepping into a brand-new adventure on Sunday, December 7. This year, we’ re trading the park path for a magical journey starting right at the heart of inclusion— Friendship Circle’ s Inclusive Fun Zone— and strolling through the neighborhood to the enchanting Akers Mansion( 6501 Sardis Road) for an unforgettable Dreamland Carnival!
Why PJs? Why Walk? Why YOU?
Imagine a sea of families, friends, and neighbors, all
decked out in their fluffiest, funniest, and most fantastical pajamas! This vibrant spectacle isn’ t just adorable— it’ s a powerful symbol.
The Pajama Walk is Friendship Circle’ s flagship fundraiser, helping us provide social and life-skills opportunities to children, teens, and young adults with special needs by pairing them with their neurotypical peers for unforgettable, judgment-free friendships.
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8th Annual Pajama Walk at Friendship Circle’ s Inclusive Fun Zone!
And yes, you really do get to wear pajamas.
Why pajamas? They represent comfort, dreams, and the freedom to be yourself— the very things we strive to offer every participant at Friendship Circle. When everyone feels safe and accepted, they thrive. And that’ s what this walk is all about.
Every step you take and every dollar raised helps us fulfill our vital mission. Join the Movement! Don’ t miss this unique opportunity to create joyful family memories while making a profound difference. Pull on your favorite PJs, rally your crew, and walk with us for friendship, fun, and dreams!
When: Sunday, Dec. 7 at 12 p. m.
Where: Start at Friendship Circle’ s Inclusive Fun Zone
( 6619 Sardis Road); end at the Akers Mansion( 6501 Sardis Road)
Ready to walk, dream, and belong?
Visit www. PajamaWalk. com today to register your family and learn more!
Let’ s fill the streets with pajamas— and our hearts with friendship. See you on December 7!
Friendship Circle and ZABS Place are proud beneficiary agencies of Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte.
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