Meetings connected to Friends schools are asked to share this article with teachers, parents, board members, and others in their school communities. Friends who share it can consider how their meeting might welcome families whose connection to the Religious Society of Friends comes through the school their child attends. Sharing the article can be one way to help those families learn that their connection to Friends can extend beyond the school community.
Families
PYM High School and Middle School – End-of-Summer Picnic!
All Young Friends (high school) and Middle School Friends are invited to an end-of-summer picnic at Downingtown Friends Meeting on August 29th from 11:30 AM to 3 PM!
Please join us to meet new friends, reconnect with old friends, learn more about PYM’s high school and middle school programs, and enjoy icebreaker games, activities, and conversation! Parents are welcome to stay and get to know one another as well. All are invited to bring a snack or dessert to share.
*All youth must have a permission/medical form on file in order to participate in gatherings.
Questions? Contact Kristin Simmons, Youth Engagement Coordinator: ksimmons@pym.org
Holiday Family Meetup and MSF Overnight!
Calling all PYM families! Please join us on December 12th from 3 to 6 PM at Central Philadelphia Friends Meeting for the opportunity to gather and get to know other children and families from around PYM. There will be an intergenerational activity, time for parent/guardian worship sharing, children’s activities, and dinner as a community. Families are invited to bring a snack/side dish/dessert to share. All ages are welcome, along with grandparents! This will be a holiday-themed event, with activities, crafts, and holiday treats.
**There will also be an option for a Middle School Friends Overnight directly following the meetup!
SAVE THE DATE!
More information and registration coming soon!
Questions? Contact Kristin Simmons, Youth Engagement Coordinator: ksimmons@pym.org
PYM Family Day at Camp Dark Waters!
Families are welcome to join us for a day-long Family Meetup at Camp Dark Waters in Medford New Jersey!
All families with children in grades 8 and younger are invited to Camp Dark Waters on October 10th from 10 AM to 4 PM for a day of activities, conversation, and family fun! Grandparents are also welcome to join us with their grandchildren.
SAVE THE DATE!
More information and registration coming soon!
Questions? Contact Kristin Simmons, Youth Engagement Coordinator: ksimmons@pym.org
PYM Spring Family Meetup!
Calling all PYM families! Please join us on May 30th from 3 to 6 PM at Kennett Friends Meeting for the opportunity to gather and get to know other children and families from around PYM. There will be an intergenerational activity, time for parent/guardian worship sharing, children’s activities, and dinner as a community. Families are invited to bring a snack/side dish/dessert to share. All ages are welcome. Grandparents are welcome to join with their grandchildren!
We look forward to seeing your family on May 30th!
*Questions? Contact Kristin Simmons, Youth Engagement Coordinator: ksimmons@pym.org
PYM Spring Family Overnight!
We welcome families with children in 8th grade and younger to join us for a Spring Family Overnight at Camp Dark Waters (Medford, NJ) – April 25-26! There will be multigenerational programs, canoeing and other outdoor activities, community dinner, free time to play, bedtime stories, All Together Worship on Sunday morning, and a chance for adults to spend time with other parents. Youth will have the opportunity to get to know others in their age group!
**Registration is now closed. However, we have a few spots left, so if you are interested, please contact Kristin Simmons, Youth Engagement Coordinator, ksimmons@pym.org
PYM Winter Family Overnight!
Friends, food, fun, and a fire! Hot chocolate, stories, and games! All families with children in 8th grade and younger are invited to join us at Camp Onas for a cozy family overnight!
Please join us at Camp Onas (Ottsville, PA) on February 21-22 for an overnight focused on building community, sharing meals, intergenerational worship, and lots of fun. This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know other parents and children from around the Yearly Meeting!
**Registration is now full.
Please contact Kristin Simmons if you would like to be placed on a waitlist.
Kristin Simmons, Youth Engagement Coordinator: ksimmons@pym.org
Holiday Family Meetup and MSF Overnight!
Calling all PYM families! Please join us on December 13th from 3 to 6 PM at Woodbury Friends Meeting for the opportunity to gather and get to know other children and families from around PYM. There will be an intergenerational activity, time for parent/guardian worship sharing, children’s activities, and dinner as a community. Families are invited to bring a snack/side dish/dessert to share. All ages are welcome, along with grandparents!
**This will be a holiday-themed event, with activities, crafts, and holiday treats. There will also be an option for a Middle School Friends Overnight directly following the meetup!
Register here!
*Questions? Contact Kristin Simmons, Youth Engagement Coordinator: ksimmons@pym.org
What Are Affinity Groups?
Affinity Groups within Philadelphia Yearly Meeting are small gatherings of Friends with shared experiences or identities. They offer time to connect, share, and learn together in practical ways. Some meet throughout the year; others begin when there is interest. Each group supports connection that fits within the wider life of PYM. [Read more…] about What Are Affinity Groups?
Philadelphia Yearly Meeting Winter Family Meetup!
Calling all PYM families! Please join us on January 31st from 3 to 6 PM at Lansdowne Friends Meeting for the opportunity to gather and get to know other children and families from around PYM. There will be an intergenerational activity, time for parent/guardian worship sharing, children’s activities, and dinner as a community. Families are invited to bring a snack/side dish/dessert to share. All ages are welcome, along with grandparents!
We look forward to seeing your family on January 31st!
*Questions? Contact Kristin Simmons, Youth Engagement Coordinator: ksimmons@pym.org
