Friends House Retirement Community, Inc.

02/27/2026

We’re proud to support the 44th Olney Community Day – happening this weekend!

Friends House is honored to be one of the sponsors of this long-standing local tradition. It’s an afternoon filled with food, performances, local vendors, and plenty of family fun – all celebrating what makes the Olney community special.

📍 Good Counsel High School
📅 Sunday, March 1
⏰ 2:00 – 5:30 PM
🎟 FREE Admission

If you’re out and about this Sunday, stop by and enjoy the energy of our greater Olney community. We look forward to seeing familiar faces and meeting new neighbors.

🎉 44th Olney Community Day – Join Us! 🎉
Get ready for an afternoon packed with food, giveaways, performances, raffles, and family fun!
📍 Good Counsel High School
📅 Sunday, March 1
⏰ 2:00 – 5:30 PM
🎟 FREE Admission!

Bring your friends, bring your family, and come celebrate everything that makes our community special. From exciting performances and interactive exhibits to kids activities and local vendors — there’s something for everyone!

A special thank you to our sponsors who help make this event possible:
Brooke Grove Retirement Village Sandy Spring Friends School Carlos Covarrubias - State Farm Agent Fitzgerald Auto Malls Friends House Retirement Community, Inc. Preferred Hearing Center LLC Ashton Family Dentistry and Orthodontics MedStar Montgomery Medical Center Onelife Fitness- Olney Pegasus General Contractors Superior Pressure Washing Camp Rippling Brook Olney Memory Care by Artis Kang's Black Belt Academy Smiley Jump LLC DTS Worldwide Transportation Our Lady of Good Counsel High School

02/27/2026

Not everyone who connects with Friends House is ready to make a move – and that’s okay.

Many people choose to stay connected through the Circle of Friends Future Resident Program as a way to learn, plan, and keep options open. It’s designed for people who value thoughtful decision-making and want time to understand what community living could look like, before they decide.

For some, it’s simply about staying informed and connected –on their own timeline.

Take a closer look at life at Friends House. 🏡
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02/26/2026

This is what Farm to Fork looks like at Friends House.

Residents and Circle of Friends members gathered around tables. Local farmers shared their stories. Culinary Director Jason Rosewag and the team prepared fresh tastings that will inspire our spring menus. CEO Phil Burkholder joined the afternoon to welcome guests and connect with our partners.

Food brings people together – but the conversations are what make it memorable.

Thank you to the farms and makers who joined us.

02/25/2026

This Sunday is all about community.

Friends House is proud to be a sponsor of the 44th Olney Community Day, and we’re looking forward to an afternoon filled with neighbors, local businesses, and family fun.

📍 Good Counsel High School
📅 Sunday, March 1
⏰ 2:00 – 5:30 PM
🎟 Free Admission

We hope to see you there.

02/24/2026

A little sparkle. A little swing. A lot of connection. 💜💚💛

Friends House was filled with color, conversation, and the sound of jazz during our Jazz & Jewels Mardi Gras Social. From beads and masks to laughter around every table, it brought a welcome splash of celebration to the heart of winter.

Moments like this reflect what makes life here meaningful — people who are engaged, thoughtful, and always ready to add a little fun to the day.

02/23/2026

We’re proud to support the 44th Olney Community Day as a GOLD Sponsor!

Friends House has been part of the Sandy Spring area for more than 50 years, and events like this remind us why we love being part of this community.

Food, performances, local vendors, family fun — and a great afternoon connecting with neighbors.

If you’re attending, stop by and say hello. We’d love to see you there.

🎉 44th Olney Community Day – Join Us! 🎉

Get ready for an afternoon packed with food, giveaways, performances, raffles, and family fun!

📍 Good Counsel High School
📅 Sunday, March 1
⏰ 2:00 – 5:30 PM
🎟 FREE Admission!

Bring your friends, bring your family, and come celebrate everything that makes our community special. From exciting performances and interactive exhibits to inflatables, delicious food and local vendors — there’s something for everyone!

A special thank you to our GOLD sponsors who help make this event possible:
Friends House Retirement Community, Inc. , Fitzgerald Auto Malls , Sandy Spring Friends School Brooke Grove Retirement Village Carlos Covarrubias - State Farm Agent

We can’t wait to see you there! 💙

02/23/2026

Creativity has a way of bringing people together.

ArtSpace at Friends House is a place where residents explore ideas, share skills, and connect through creative work – from painting to woodworking and hands-on projects. It’s not about being an artist. It’s about having space to create, learn from one another, and stay engaged in meaningful ways.

Take a closer look at ArtSpace at Friends House. 🏡
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02/20/2026

Pets have a way of becoming part of daily life –and part of community.

On National Love Your Pet Day, we’re reminded how much joy, routine, and connection animals bring. At Friends House, many residents share life with their pets, creating familiar rhythms and plenty of reasons to stop and say hello on a walk or along the path.

It’s one more way community feels personal.

02/20/2026

Caregiving takes many forms.

On National Caregivers Day, we recognize the people who show up every day – family members, friends, neighbors, and professionals – offering care, support, and steady presence. Much of this work happens quietly, often without recognition, but its impact is felt deeply.

At Friends House, caregiving is understood as a shared responsibility, grounded in respect, dignity, and human connection.

Take a closer look at life at Friends House. 🏡
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02/17/2026

Today marks the beginning of Ramadan, a time of reflection, compassion, and community for many people around the world.

At Friends House, we value a community where people of different backgrounds, traditions, and beliefs are respected and welcomed. Moments like this are an opportunity to pause, reflect, and appreciate the diversity that strengthens community life.

Wishing peace and reflection to all who observe.

02/15/2026

Kindness doesn’t always look big or planned.

Sometimes it’s simply people who believe in showing up for one another – consistently, thoughtfully, and without making a production of it.

During Random Acts of Kindness Week, we’re reminded that community isn’t built on grand gestures. It’s built on everyday respect and shared responsibility.