Exploring the Magic of Jewish Overnight Camp
Venturing into the world of overnight camp can be a mix of excitement and nerves for any young camper. For first-time camper Ella, her journey to Camp Newman in Sonoma
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Exploring the Magic of Jewish Overnight Camp
Recognizing the profound impact of Jewish summer camp, PJ Library Bay Area and Camp Newman joined forces to introduce the Sparks program, which provides families with young children with camp-inspired
Exploring the Magic of Jewish Overnight Camp
When people ask me what the most difficult challenge is that I’ve faced, personally or professionally, my answer is: serving as the board president of my kids’ Jewish day school.
Exploring the Magic of Jewish Overnight Camp
As our fiscal year draws to a close and we enter the summer season, we want to share how East Bay Jewish life has flourished since we became one Federated
Exploring the Magic of Jewish Overnight Camp
Well before becoming parents, David Rak and Oren Henry were already active and engaged members in the San Francisco Jewish community. Both are part of the Jewish Pride Fund, one
Exploring the Magic of Jewish Overnight Camp
Mitzvot is the plural form of mitzvah, a Hebrew word that roughly translates to “commandment.” Still, folks commonly interpret it as “a good deed.” The term mitzvah comes from the
Exploring the Magic of Jewish Overnight Camp
Mia, Alejandro, and Luna (14 months) live in Petaluma, Sonoma County. Mia grew up in Nashville, Tennessee, and Alejandro was born in Argentina and raised in Spain. The Zimman family
Exploring the Magic of Jewish Overnight Camp
Silvia Cheskes and Brian Poger live with their daughters Daniela (11) and Adriana (7) in San Francisco. Silvia grew up in Mexico City and Brian was raised in St. Louis.
Exploring the Magic of Jewish Overnight Camp
Jewish overnight summer camps are unparalleled experiences for Jewish kids. Starting in the United States more than 125 years ago, five generations (and tens of thousands) of Jewish children, teens,
Exploring the Magic of Jewish Overnight Camp
Passover is a spring festival commemorating the Israelite’s exodus from Egypt, using many symbols and rituals. This year, Passover begins at sundown on Saturday, March 27, and lasts until sundown