Events with Friendly House
Recovery comes alive in moments shared together. Through the years, Friendly House events have been more than just gatherings – they're proof that life in recovery brims with joy, connection, and purpose. From intimate garden brunches to our annual luncheon, summer picnics to holiday open house, these events tell the story of our community.
While the faces and venues change, one thing remains constant: the infectious laughter, fierce hugs, and quiet conversations that remind us why we do this work. Below you'll find highlights from past events that have brought our community together. Each photo and memory represents another thread in the tapestry of healing that women weave here every day.
Or, visit our Facebook page for a more in-depth look back in dedicated photo albums.


34th Annual Awards Luncheon
Honoring Greg Sowders, Lucy Hale, Zina Rodriguez, and Don Grant. Hosted by Tallulah Willis.

3rd Annual Comedy Fundraiser 2024
The Friendly House 3rd Annual Comedy Fundraiser featured Tiffany Haddish, Nikki Glaser, Billy Gardell, Andy Kindler, Irene Tu, and Kennilia Stradwick.

33rd Annual Awards Luncheon
Honoring John Paul DeJoria, Yoshiki, and Eloise Gene-Black. With a special tribute to Alumna Carrie White, Musical Guest Bishop Briggs, and hosted by Rosie O’Donnell.

2nd Annual Comedy Fundraiser 2023
The Friendly House 2nd Annual Comedy Fundraiser featured Tiffany Haddish, Caroline Rhea, Gina Yashere, Ian Harvie, Craig Conant, Jackie Monahan, and Bill Burr!

32nd Annual Awards Luncheon
On November 19th, 2022 we honored entertainment attorney and activist Dina LaPolt, Songwriter, Author, and Actor Paul Williams, Emmy-nominated dancer Cheryl Burke, and Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross.

1st Annual Comedy Fundraiser 2022
On July 16th, 2022 Rosie O’Donnell hosted our 1st annual comedy fundraiser at The Fonda Theatre. Also in the house: Atsuko Okatsuka, Beth Lapides, Gina Yashere, and headliner Kathy Griffin.

Friendly House Turns 70!!
We are beyond grateful to celebrate our 70th anniversary helping women find recovery from drug and alcohol addiction! Thanks to all our friends, donors, staff, alumni, clients and supporters for your help along the way!!

Burberry Fundraiser
The 1st Inaugural Burberry Fundraiser was a smashing success. Thanks to all who made it possible and continue to support the Friendly House mission.

30th Annual Awards Luncheon
The 30th Annual Awards Luncheon was a wonderful success! Our deepest thanks to the honorees Lena Dunham, Bob Roth, Marcia Harrow & Babette Ison as well as our fabulous emcee Katey Sagal. For all who attended, donated, bid on items, and contributed, we thank you!

Friendly House Gives Back!
We are very proud and honored to have hosted this event, bringing awareness and helping Alexandria House – a vital community resource for women and children who are the victims of domestic violence.

29th Annual Luncheon
The 29th Annual Peggy Albrecht Friendly House Awards Luncheon was held on Saturday, October 27 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. This year’s Master of Ceremonies was renowned model, actress and activist Amber Valletta. Thank you all for joining us, Hope to see you next year!

28th Annual Luncheon
The 28th Annual Peggy Albrecht Friendly House Awards Luncheon was held on Saturday, October 28th at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. This year’s Master of Ceremonies was celebrity comedian Margaret Cho. Thank you all for joining us, Hope to see you next year!

27th Annual Luncheon
The 27th Annual Peggy Albrecht Friendly House Awards Luncheon was held on Saturday, October 29 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. This year’s Master of Ceremonies was renowned sportscaster and entertainment host Pat O’Brien. Thank you all for joining us, Hope to see you next year!

Gucci Fundraiser
We would like to thank Gucci Beverly Hills for their fabulous fundraiser! 10% of all sales were donated to Friendly House, this helps us to continue in our mission of helping women find recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.

Brooks Brothers Fundraiser
In December 2015, Brooks Brothers hosted a wonderful shopping and breakfast event for Friendly House and donated a percentage of sales to our program. We appreciate the time and effort that Brooks Brothers put in to make this an amazing day of giving!

Paul Mitchell’s Winn Claybaugh “wins” at Friendly House LA Awards
Cyndi Targosz interviews Winn Claybaugh (Paul Mitchell) at the Friendly House La Awards Luncheon!

26th Annual Luncheon
The 26th Annual Luncheon was held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in October of 2015. We honored the city council president Herb Wesson with the Man of Service Award. We also honored Kelly Osborne with the Woman of the Year Award, and Moby with the Man of the Year Award.

Viola Davis discusses Friendly House LA’s Annual Awards Gala on “The Talk”
Oscar nominated actress, Viola Davis, guests on CBS’ “The Talk” one week before she’s honored by Friendly House LA as their “Woman of the Year.”

Carpet Crasher – Friendly House LA Honors Friendly House
ShoesTV crash landed on the red carpet at “Giving Back,” FRIENDLY HOUSE LA’s 22nd Annual Awards Luncheon. “Man of the Year” award recipient Russell Brand gave us a very dry and humorous definition of shoes, while MC Pat O’Brien shared some very intimate details about his closet.