Sunday Friends

Handmade with Love, Received with Gratitude

For many families, a warm hat, scarf, or blanket is more than a comfort, it is a reminder that someone cares. As families work hard to build stability, provide for their children, and navigate daily challenges, small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference.

A special thank you to the volunteers of Knitzvah, part of Jewish Silicon Valley, for sharing their creativity and generosity with our families. These thoughtful gifts remind families that they are seen, valued, and supported. Every handcrafted hat, scarf, and blanket represents more than yarn and needles. It is a tangible expression of kindness and human connection.

Thank you from all of our families!

If you, your club, congregation, workplace, or community group have items, services, or projects you would like to donate, we would love to hear from you. Together, we can help ensure that families feel supported, encouraged, and connected to a caring community.

Children’s Art Activities at Community Days

Nearly 200 Sunday Friends members participate in Children’s Art Activities during Community Days, where art becomes more than painting. It becomes a space for families to connect, share ideas, laugh together, and simply enjoy time with one another.

“For a few hours, we are not thinking about problems, we are just together as a family,” shared one parent.

In this photo, a volunteer helped a young participant place his colorful handprint on a birthday poster filled with love, creativity, and community connection.

At Sunday Friends, we believe families already carry the creativity, strength, and work ethic needed to move forward. When people have access to support and opportunity, they can build better futures for their families.

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✨ Community Market Alert! Join us for El Mercado at Valley Palms! ✨

Come support incredible local entrepreneurs as they showcase their amazing talents and creations. From delicious homemade treats to beautiful handmade crafts, there is something for everyone!

Here is a sneak peek of what you will find:

🌮 Delicious Food: Fresh huchepos served with cream, salsa verde, and cheese!

🍓 Sweet Treats: Mouth-watering strawberries with chocolate and more from La Fresita by Jvy, plus rich homemade walnut and strawberry yogurt dessert!

🧶 Handmade Goods: Discover gorgeous, hand-knitted crochet creations made with love by Creaciones Amor.

📍 Where: Valley Palms (near La Escuelita) — 2155 Lanai Ave, San Jose, CA 95122
📅 When: Sunday, May 31st
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Bring your family and friends for an afternoon filled with culture, flavor, and community support. See you there! 🎉



Español:
✨ ¡Gran Mercado Comunitario! Te invitamos a El Mercado en Valley Palms. ✨

Ven a apoyar a nuestros increíbles emprendedores locales mientras presentan sus maravillosos talentos y creaciones. ¡Desde deliciosos antojitos caseros hasta hermosas artesanías hechas a mano, hay algo para todos!

Un adelanto de lo que podrás encontrar:

🌮 Comida Deliciosa: ¡Ricos huchepos con crema, salsa verde y queso!

🍓 Postres y Antojitos: Deliciosas fresas con chocolate y más de La Fresita by Jvy, y un rico yogurt casero de nuez y fresa.

🧶 Artesanías: Descubre hermosas creaciones tejidas a mano con mucho cariño por Creaciones Amor.

📍 Lugar: Valley Palms (cerca de La Escuelita) — 2155 Lanai Ave, San Jose, CA 95122
📅 Fecha: Domingo 31 de Mayo
⏰ Hora: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Trae a tu familia y amigos para disfrutar de una tarde llena de sabor, cultura y apoyo comunitario. ¡Te esperamos! 🎉

You’re invited to join us for an evening of delicious food, community, and giving back at the Sunday Friends “Gather for Good” Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction!

📅 Saturday, June 27
⏰ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 San Jose Scottish Rite Center
2455 Masonic Drive, San Jose, CA 95125

Enjoy a fun-filled evening with:
• Spaghetti dinner
• Silent auction
• Community connection
• Beer & wine available for purchase

All proceeds will support Sunday Friends programs that empower families through education, community support, and economic mobility opportunities.
🎟 Tickets: $30
🗓 Purchase by June 13

Purchase tickets here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/gather-for-good-spaghetti-dinner

We would love to see you there and appreciate your support in helping us continue making a difference in our community!

From Food Distribution to Family Tables: Building Healthy Habits Together

At Sunday Friends Community Day, families gathered for a special no-heat cooking class. More than simply preparing healthy snacks and recipes, the activity focused on building confidence in the kitchen and helping families learn practical ways to use the fresh produce provided through our weekly food distribution program.

One important goal of these cooking activities is introducing fruits and vegetables that may not always be culturally familiar to the families we serve. By creating a welcoming space to explore new ingredients together, families can learn simple preparation techniques, practice knife safety, and discover healthy meals they can recreate at home. These shared experiences help ensure that nutritious food is not only distributed, but fully understood, appreciated, and enjoyed.

A heartfelt thank you to volunteers from the National Charity League, Inc. Orchard Valley Chapter for sharing your time, care, and kitchen know-how with our families!