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Friends Day at Sandy Spring Friends School
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hosted by the SSFS Parents Association & sponsored by the Advancement Department

We warmly invite you to this year’s Friends Day event, a day of fun and friendship as we celebrate the people and values that make our SSFS community unique. J

Join past and present families, faculty, and staff for activities highlighting the diverse talents and interests of our community.

Make a sign, grab some pom poms and get ready to cheer on staff and parents at our brand-new Staff vs. Parents Basketball game.
Put your brain power to the test with games hosted by our Quiz Bowl team.
Enjoy music and poetry performances from our upper school students at our annual coffeehouse.
In the spirit of stewardship, stop by our book swap and select some free new-to-you books, then visit the arts awareness tables to make upcycled art.
Join in a long-standing Friends Day tradition and grab your free lunch from Ralph’s Diner, our annual cookout in memory of a beloved SSFS community member.
Zen out with a family yoga session.
Plus games, face painting, a bounce house, and so much more!!

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Help set up the open mic.

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Help set up the open mic.

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Friends Day Set-Up Volunteer

Help us create a welcoming and festive atmosphere for Friends Day! Set-up volunteers assist with preparing event spaces, arranging tables and chairs, placing signage and decorations, and ensuring materials are organized for the day’s activities. This behind-the-scenes support is essential to making the event run smoothly and feel special for every guest.

Friends Day Set-Up Volunteer

Be part of the excitement as Friends Day kicks off! Shift 1 volunteers help with welcoming guests, staffing check-in tables, guiding visitors to activities, assisting with refreshments, and ensuring everything runs smoothly during the morning portion of the event. Your warm presence helps set a positive tone for the day.

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Great Quaker Bake-Off - Ready, set, Bake! Bring your tastiest homemade treats and compete for a coveted golden spoon in our first annual Great Quaker Bake-Off. Friends of all ages are invited to bake their favorite dessert to share with the community. Sample the treats and then join us for judging to find out who gets bragging rights, a trophy spoon, and the title of Best Quaker Baker! Prizes will be awarded for the following categories: best student dessert, best staff dessert, best parent dessert, most creative, and best overall dessert. We kindly request that all desserts be tree nut-free and are accompanied by the recipe!

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All aboard for an autumn adventure! Join Farmer Francis and Friends for a cozy ride. Sit back, relax, and experience the fall sights and sounds of our beautiful campus.

*Please note, there is a limit of 20 people per ride, please sign up each member of your party individually.

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All aboard for an autumn adventure! Join Farmer Francis and Friends for a cozy ride. Sit back, relax, and experience the fall sights and sounds of our beautiful campus.

*Please note, there is a limit of 20 people per ride, please sign up each member of your party individually.

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Ralph’s Diner Server

Bring the fun and hospitality to Friends Day at Ralph’s Diner! Volunteers help serve food and drinks, keep dining areas tidy, restock supplies, and offer a friendly smile to every guest. Your energy and teamwork help make this beloved Friends Day tradition a warm and welcoming experience for all.

Ralph’s Diner Server

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Stretch, smile, and strike-a-pose at a family yoga session, led by SSFS parent and founder of Allay Yoga, Pamela Kaufman. Bring yourself or your whole family and enjoy a beginner-friendly yoga session that’s all about bonding and balance.

Limit: 10 families per session - only register for one ticket per family.

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Limit: 10 families per session - only register for one ticket per family.

Get ready for some friendly competition! For the first time at Friends Day, parents will take on SSFS faculty and staff in a spirited basketball game that’s sure to bring laughs, cheers, and a little school pride to the court. Whether you’re playing or cheering from the stands, this matchup is all about fun, camaraderie, and celebrating the strong bonds that make our community unique.

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All aboard for an autumn adventure! Join Farmer Francis and Friends for a cozy ride. Sit back, relax, and experience the fall sights and sounds of our beautiful campus.

*Please note, there is a limit of 20 people per ride, please sign up each member of your party individually.

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All aboard for an autumn adventure! Join Farmer Francis and Friends for a cozy ride. Sit back, relax, and experience the fall sights and sounds of our beautiful campus.

*Please note, there is a limit of 20 people per ride, please sign up each member of your party individually.

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Limit: 10 families per session - only register for one ticket per family.

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Limit: 10 families per session - only register for one ticket per family.

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Limit: 10 families per session - only register for one ticket per family.

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Limit: 10 families per session - only register for one ticket per family.

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Be part of the excitement as Friends Day kicks off! Shift 2 volunteers help with welcoming guests, staffing check-in tables, guiding visitors to activities, assisting with refreshments, and ensuring everything runs smoothly during the morning portion of the event. Your warm presence helps set a positive tone for the day.

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All aboard for an autumn adventure! Join Farmer Francis and Friends for a cozy ride. Sit back, relax, and experience the fall sights and sounds of our beautiful campus.

*Please note, there is a limit of 20 people per ride, please sign up each member of your party individually.

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All aboard for an autumn adventure! Join Farmer Francis and Friends for a cozy ride. Sit back, relax, and experience the fall sights and sounds of our beautiful campus.

*Please note, there is a limit of 20 people per ride, please sign up each member of your party individually.

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Ralph’s Diner Server

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All aboard for an autumn adventure! Join Farmer Francis and Friends for a cozy ride. Sit back, relax, and experience the fall sights and sounds of our beautiful campus.

*Please note, there is a limit of 20 people per ride, please sign up each member of your party individually.

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All aboard for an autumn adventure! Join Farmer Francis and Friends for a cozy ride. Sit back, relax, and experience the fall sights and sounds of our beautiful campus.

*Please note, there is a limit of 20 people per ride, please sign up each member of your party individually.

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Friends Day Break-Down Volunteer

Help us wrap up a wonderful Friends Day! Break-down volunteers assist with cleaning up event spaces, taking down decorations, collecting signage, organizing leftover materials, and returning items to their proper locations. Your support ensures that we end the day as smoothly and joyfully as it began.

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Friends Day Break-Down Volunteer

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