Shop, Take Classes, Get Your Hair Done ... Help Friendship Circle

On Thursday, August 18 and Friday, August 19, more than 25 stores along Orchard Lake Road in West Bloomfield will donate a percentage of their daily sales to Friendship Circle, a nonprofit that provides support and services for families of children with special needs.

The community-wide effort to raise funds for the local non-profit while promoting traffic for local businesses. WKQI 95.5 FM will be broadcasting live from the event on Thursday, with special giveaways to drive additional traffic to the stores.

On Sunday, August 21, Fringe Salon, Real Ryder Revolution, Pure Element Pilates and Yoga Shelter will each host a special fundraiser; 100% of the profits will be donated to Friendship Circle.

“We are completely overwhelmed by the number of businesses who are supporting us on these three days," Bassie Shemtov, Director of Friendship Circle, said. "The truth is that if local business is prosperous, so are the non-profits within in it. We are thrilled to partner with so many wonderful stores and are so excited for Give N’ Get!”

In addition to shopping on Thursday and Friday, Friendship Circle will be coordinating children’s activities and entertainment at West Bloomfield Plaza, Boardwalk and Orchard Mall.

To view a list of the participating stores, their donation percentage and to view updates and special offers for Give N’ Get, please visit GiveNGet.us.

For more information, contact Bassie Shemtov at 248-788-7878 ext. 212, or write to Bassie@FriendshipCircle.org; to learn more about Friendship Circle, visit friendshipcircle.org