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The Voice of the Greater New Haven Jewish Community
Jewish Summer Camps page 13-18
NEW HAVEN
WINTER 2022• SHEVAT/ADAR 5782
Shining A Light On Antisemitism page 19
CURTAIN MAKING SECURITY
UP! WAVES CHECK
At long last, the Federation’s new
BJ Players are back The annual JCC security advisor hits
on stage in February. Swimathon sets records. the ground running.
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FROM THE DESK OF A NOTE FROM OUR I have had the opportunity to meet with an agency
JUDY ALPERIN FEDERATION PRESIDENT in Ukraine that helps provide food and medicine to
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER I jalperin@jewishnewhaven.org elderly, often homebound, Jews. Through Federation,
DR. STEVEN FLEISCHMAN
NEW HAVEN I have spoken with Ethiopian Jewish children who
A Time to Come Together...
benefit from educational programs and programs
The Power of Collaboration
SHALOM NEW HAVEN is published six that lift them out of poverty.
times per year and delivered free of
charge to the Greater New Haven Jewish All of this and so much more is made possible by my
community by the Jewish Federation of contribution to the Annual Campaign. And that is why
Throughout millennia, thinkers and teachers have opined on Most recently, we saw the power of collaboration expressed Greater New Haven. I am not a big fan of winter. The days are short, the of volunteers and/or funds. I give. Because Federation does it all. Because one
the power of collaboration. As Charles Darwin once said: "It is through the hiring of our regional security advisor, a collaboration temperature is low and it feels like everyone hibernates So, this winter when you’re stuck inside, consider donation has so very many beneficiaries.
the long history of humankind (and animal kind, too) that those of four Connecticut communities who individually would not have COPY DEADLINES a bit so we don’t see as many people in social settings. reaching out to any of our community organizations to
Copy deadlines for the upcoming So as the year 2022 begins, I ask that you consider
who learned to collaborate and improvise most effectively have been able to hire so essential a resource; and the 'Shine A Light Shalom New Haven issues are: I am a people person. I draw energy from being offer your help. Not only will you be performing a mitz- two things: First, we need you, our community needs
prevailed." on Antisemitism' initiative, which brought the message of aware- • Feb1 for March/April issue around others. Helping to create community has vah by helping those in need, you will also help yourself you. Make some time to volunteer. Don’t wait for some-
ness throughout Connecticut and featured the collaboration of • April 1 for May/June issue always been a big part of my life. For some reason, in ways that may not be readily apparent. one to call you, call your synagogue, call JFS, call the
Perhaps for me it’s not DNA it’s CNA—it's understanding that
several organizations, including all seven Jewish Federations, • June 1 for July/August issue however, winter appears to be a time when those Towers, call Federation. Second, make your annual
collaboration is the key to the mysteries of community like DNA Finally, I would be remiss if I did not make a pitch for
ADL, JFACT, Urban League, NAACP, and the Archdiocese of • August 1 for September/October issue communities seem to slow down a bit. In addition to campaign pledge today. Don’t wait for a call from us. Go
is the key to understanding humanity. our Annual Campaign.
Hartford, the Connecticut Council for Interreligious Understand- • October 1 for November/December issue shortened hours of sunlight, a slowdown in our social online to make a pledge or just send in a check.
This issue of Shalom New Haven coincides with my sixth an- ing and the Archdiocese of Hartford Social Justice Ministry. • December 1 for January/February issue interactions likely plays a role in what is referred to Over the years, the number one question asked by
niversary as CEO of the Jewish Federation. As I look back on as ‘seasonal affective disorder.’ While sunlight—or those who don’t give is ‘why should I give.’ There are so The strength of our Jewish community lies in the collective
As it says in Psalms 133, "Behold, how good and how pleasant it work and financial support of each and every one of us.
the events of these years, the most powerful and impactful SUBMISSIONS the lack thereof—may be at the heart of this phe- many valid answers to that question, but the one con-
is for brethren to dwell together in unity.” To submit an article or photo, please
moments were times of togetherness. When fire broke out at nomenon, I believe the slowdown in socialization cept I always come back to is this: Because giving to I wish you all a year filled with health and happiness.
email snh@jewishnewhaven.org. Please
the JCC, our staff collaborated to rescue 350 people from the The Jewish Federation is guided by our recently completed stra- include your contact information when impacts our emotional and mental well being. Federation helps Jewish communities here at home, in
burning building. That was followed by the year-long effort that tegic planning process, which calls for increased collaboration in submitting. Israel and around the world.
Studies show that volunteerism and charitable giv-
featured collaboration by committees of volunteers to determine our quest to further unite our Jewish community and maximize Space is limited; submission does not ing are associated with better health, both physical To be sure, Jewish communities the world over have
the best next steps for the organization—a positive and produc- impact. Building on that directive, we are embarking on an excit- guarantee publication. All articles are and mental. People who volunteer and engage with created a multitude of organizations that work day
tive effort that resulted in the re-imagination of the JCC enter- ing new grants process as part of our planning and allocations subject to approval by the editorial
non-profit organizations live longer and more pro- in and day out to help repair the world. They are all
prise that, were it not for the pandemic, would have returned a model. The strategic plan calls on us to increase dollars avail- board.
ductive lives. So, for those who are starting to expe- worthwhile and I myself would love to lend my sup-
first ever $250,000 surplus for the organization. able for local needs. For the past several years, we have grown rience the winter blues, we’re here to say we need port to them all. But it is simply not feasible to iden-
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the local pot. In addition, impact grants will enable additional Nurit Kohl you and we want you. Our Jewish community—our tify and contribute to each one. On the other hand,
We learned from the pandemic of the power of collaboration
investment aligned with the core priorities of the strategic plan, Director of Marketing & Federation and Foundation, our agencies and syna- the good work of our Federation helps not just the Dr. Steven Fleischman
when we worked with so many to meet the emergent masking
informed by the community survey. We are very excited that the Communications
gogues—have so many great ideas and, more often New Haven community but communities throughout President, Jewish Federation of
needs across the state of Connecticut. Hundreds of volunteers,
grants process will expand those eligible to receive grants, in- than not, the only thing holding us back is a shortage the world. And so, for example, through Federation Greater New Haven
donors and corporate and nonprofit partners came together Judie Jacobson
cluding synagogues and other Jewish nonprofits for the first time. Editor
to raise the funds and distribute the masks wherever needed.
And we experienced the power of collaboration from smaller Thank you to the leaders and thought partners who continue to
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COVID-19 Maimonides Response Fund which raised more than of today and tomorrow. And a special thank you for providing me
a half million dollars to ensure that the most essential needs in the opportunity to serve these past 6 years. George Hauer
our community were taken care of through the collaboration of Advertising Sales Manager
our partners at The Towers, Jewish Family Service, synagogues
and Chabad.
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Jewish Family Service Welcomes Two Key Staff Federation Welcomes New Charitable Partner
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Alissa Wurtzel, LCSW, and Elanit Kayne Linder have “I’m invigorated to be joining JFS at a time when The Jewish Federation and JCC of Greater banking serving the Greater New Haven market. At Liberty, he delivers a wide range
joined the staff of Jewish Family Service of Greater the geriatric program is expanding as are the New Haven is excited to welcome Liberty of commercial and small business banking products and services. His office is
New Haven (JFSGNH). geriatric needs of our community. I look forward Bank as a new charitable partner. located at 153 College Street in New Haven and he can be reached at arossley@
to rolling out the JFS Care Navigators Care Liberty’s recent $10,000 charitable dona- liberty-bank.com or (203).815.9864.
As the new Clinical Mental Health Director for both
Management Program,” she says. tion to us demonstrates their commit- Established in 1825, Liberty Bank is one of the oldest and largest mutual banks
the Child and Adult Outpatient clinics at JFSGNH,
ment not only to the Greater New Haven in the country. Based in Middletown, Liberty has 56 banking offices across
Alissa Wurtzel brings with her an eclectic skill set In her new position, Elanit will lead JFS' compre-
community but also building impactful Connecticut with one in Western MA has been named a ‘Top Workplace’ by the
of evidence-based treatment modalities and hensive program that provides needs and
partnerships with local organizations like Hartford Courant every year since 2012 and designated a 2021 Best-In-State
experience with diverse populations. Having psychosocial assessments, care planning, advoca-
ours. It also shows Liberty truly believes Bank in Connecticut by Forbes Magazine. For more information on Liberty Bank,
served the mental health and behavioral needs of cy, linkage to community resources, weekly check–
in the good work we’re doing. visit liberty-bank.com.
Connecticut residents for the past 20 years, she is in calls and collaboration with family members.
experienced with individual, family, and group Tony Rossley, Vice President, Business Banking Officer for Liberty Bank, conveyed
Previously, she worked with the older adult how important this partnership between the Bank and the Jewish Federation
therapy, and has worked with clients as young as
population at various facilities, as assisted living would be for our organization and the constituents we serve. Tony worked closely
four and as old as 107. Her strength, says Alissa, is
memory care director, director of recreation, and
in teaching people about the impact that Alissa Wurtzel, LCSW (left), and Elanit Kayne clinical community liaison.
with our staff to build the relationship and recommended that the Bank support
stressors and stimuli have on us as human beings, us with a $10,000 charitable donation. David W. Glidden, President & CEO of America’s Choice in Home Care
Linder (right).
and she encourages individuals and groups to use Elanit earned her Bachelor’s degree at TISCH Liberty Bank and the Liberty Bank team agreed. Tony shared the great news with Specializing in Live-In and
their intuition and uniqueness to identify solutions. School of the Arts at New York University and her us in December 2021. 24 Hour Care!
earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees at the Master’s Degree at Columbia University School of “Our new partnership with the Jewish Federation and JCC of Greater New Haven Flexible Hour Care Available
Before joining JFS, Alissa’s specialty areas were in
University of Connecticut. Alissa can be reached at Social Work. is just another example of what we mean at Liberty Bank when we say ‘Be
trauma informed care, EMDR, medical social work,
(203) 389-5599, x117 or awirtzel@jfsnh.org. Community Kind’. This charitable donation speaks volumes about the values
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Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT), and co-occurring She is committed to program development that Light Housekeeping Respite Care for Families
disorders. She has worked with community health Elanit Kayne Linder, LMSW, recently joined empowers individuals and communities to achieve and culture we promote at the Bank, our recognition of great organizations like Hygiene Assistance Personal Care
clinics, children and families using animal assisted JFS as the Aging Adult and Community Outreach the best quality of life as they envision it. Elanit this one and our commitment to making our communities an even better place
therapy, the Connecticut Army National Guard, and
hospice patients and their families. She
Coordinator. can be reached at (203) 389-5599, x114 or
elinder@jfsnh.org.
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PRESENTS Ts
Straight to the Core Annual Swimathon
Family Prelude to the
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Jewish Foundation 2022 Scholarship & Grant Opportunities Year three of the Jewish Foundation’s
security grants cycle begins January
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security initiatives where the organization
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COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS: ISRAEL EXPERIENCE SCHOLARSHIPS: THE WOMEN OF VISION 2022). This security grants initiative, assess what security upgrades were nec-
Scholarships offered are needs-based as well as The Jewish Foundation Israel Experience Scholarship SOCIETY ANNOUNCES for synagogues, day schools, JCC, and essary. Go to jewishnewhaven.org/grants
needs-blind for high school seniors from Jewish Program enables local Jewish students ages 15-20 2022 GRANTS Camp Laurelwood (from the Arthur Eder for more information.
households. All applications must be completed online the opportunity to participate in an Israel experience The Jewish Foundation’s Family Fund, in memory of Arthur & Yvette
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anonymously reviewed. Awards range from $500 - force their Jewish identity. Scholarships are for both has been helping women Congregation B’nai Jacob, Congregation
$3,000 short-term (minimum of 3 week program) and long- and girls in the Greater New BEKI, Congregation Or Shalom, Hebrew
term organized Israel educational programs. Haven area and Israel for Congregation of Woodmont, the Israeli
This is a competitive application process and in many
over 20 years. This endowment, created by
Renovated Auditorium & Conference Room
years there are more applicants than money available. For 2022 summer trips, applications are due by Jewish Center, Temple Emanuel, Beth
100 founding members in our community, has Shalom Rodfe Zedek, Slifka Center
Therefore, awards are based on the strength of the March 18, 2022. For the 2022 gap or academic year
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BJ Players are back with This past fall, the Jewish
Federation of Greater New
“The Bee” on Feb. 5!
Haven, together with the
Federations in Southern
and Western Connecticut,
launched a new regional
In January 2019, B’nai Jacob Players were deep into rehearsals for their upcoming security program to better
production of the hit Broadway show "The 25th Annual Putnam Country Spelling Bee." protect those attending
Then Covid hit. area synagogues, day
Now, almost three years after the show was canceled indefinitely (just two weeks shy schools and other Jewish
of its April 2019 opening), the Players are back at it—ready to raise the curtain on this facilities. Created in part-
nership with the Secure It is fun to try to win when playing
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president, and Susan Nason
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I’m eight years old, riding in the car with my friend Sam (left), Early Childhood
not universal and can sometimes exclude.
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Sam’s mother asks me inquisitively, “Eric, is your family
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SHALOM NEW HAVEN 2022 OVERVIEW OF
Summer
jewish
Camps
Summer Camps WHY A JEWISH CAMP? One Happy Camp Laurelwood: 85 and going strong
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Summers at Jewish camps are packed with a wide range of fun activities—aquatics, arts and crafts,
basketball and soccer, dance, music, cooking, archery, drama, outdoor adventure and hiking, and Camper Grants By Miriyam Judd With a better grasp and greater knowledge of the
COVID virus than existed the previous two summers,
much more. Like non-Jewish camps, campers are encouraged to discover new skills and interests Many Jewish communities throughout North Camp Laurelwood in Madison, Connecticut will
residential camps are now able to create spaces that
they never knew they had. America participate in the Foundation for Jewish celebrate its 85th summer season this year—and it’s
are safe and COVID-free.
SO, WHY SEND YOUR CHILD TO A JEWISH CAMP? Camps One Happy Camper program that provides bound to be the best yet.
up to a $5000 grant for first-time campers. “All of our staff members are vaccinated. Last year, the
According to studies conducted by the Foundation for Jewish Camp (FJC), Jewish camps weave Jewish That’s no small feat at any time—but given that what
rate of vaccination among eligible campers was 90%,
values, culture, and traditions into the fabric of the camp community, helping campers to connect to their Eligibility criteria varies from community to is expected to be a blockbuster 2022 season comes
and I presume it will be even higher this year,” Greene
own identity and the larger Jewish community. At Jewish camps, spirited staff members use experiential community. Typically, campers must reside just two summers after the COVID-19 pandemic forced These precautionary measures proved effective, and
says. “We know more about COVID now than we did at
learning to reveal to campers what makes Jewish religion and culture so unique in today’s world. At camp, within the local program provider area, already be Connecticut’s only overnight camp to close down, the summer ended without even one camper or staff
this time last year, and people in our community are
Jewish and Israeli culture is celebrated through song, food, art, and dance. enrolled in their first overnight nonprofit Jewish offering only three weeks of a family day camp instead, member getting sick.
understanding their responsibility to protect others. We
Of course, each camp designs its own program, but whether they’re telling stories in their bunks, learning summer camp (a 12-18 or 19+ consecutive day makes the accomplishment especially awesome. In preparation for the second post-COVID summer, teach kindness and an understanding that we are all
about the environment, or playing tennis, at Jewish camps campers explore what Judaism means to them session), and identify as Jewish. “We offered a refund to every family who had signed Rabbi Greene says Laurelwood will focus on a new responsible for one another. It’s a Jewish value.”
in a safe, nurturing, and fun environment. In Connecticut, One Happy Camper grants, and up for that camp session,” says Rabbi James Greene, camper care initiative called MESH (Mental, Emotional,
in some cases other camp scholarships, are And that’s just what Camp Laurelwood sets out to do
AND IT DOESN’T STOP THERE. Laurelwood’s executive director, reflecting back on the Social, Spiritual Health).
available through the following partner every summer: To teach and encourage young Jewish
The impact of Jewish camp is immediate—campers return home connected to a community and summer that wasn’t. “MESH isn’t one place that campers go or one thing
organizations: campers to think about the many ways in which their
friends that will last them a lifetime. In short, children with pivotal Jewish camp experiences are “We had individual conversations with every family, and they do; it’s a holistic view of camp and the camper Jewishness can change them, as well as the world
more likely to become adults who value their Jewish heritage, support Jewish causes, and take on JEWISH FOUNDATION OF GREATER NEW HAVEN asked them to consider donating a portion of the tuition as a whole,” Greene explains. “We really learned that around them.
leadership roles in their communities. jewishnewhaven.org/scholarships. to help keep the camp running. We also invited families to mental, emotional, social and spiritual health is a top
* Financial aid is also available to over 195 different “Jewish camp is, I believe, the single most impactful
There are a variety of traditional and specialty overnight camps that span different denominations of Jewish overnight camps for campers residing in the roll over the tuition for this previous summer,” he notes. priority and we recognized during COVID that there is a
Greater New Haven area. thing we can offer our children and families to increase
Judaism, accommodate special needs and interests, and offer unique programming, catering to each This past summer, Laurelwood, along with other area stronger, more pressing need to incorporate this type of
Jewish identities and strengthen Jewish activities,”
family’s needs. Use the Find a Camp tool (jewishcamp.org/one-happy-camper/find-a-camp) to begin your JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER HARTFORD camps, implemented precautions to ensure the health programming into the camp community.”
Greene points out.
search for the perfect summer experience for your child. jewishhartford.org and safety of campers and staff, including requiring In addition to the creation of a MESH committee
UJF OF GREATER STAMFORD, “I don’t believe Jewish camps make you more Jewish,”
If your child has never been to Jewish camp, the Jewish Foundation of Greater New Haven offers One two negative PCR tests upon arrival, mandatory mask to oversee this critical work, Camp Laurelwood will
NEW CANAAN AND DARIEN he says. “It’s a place where you can ask not how Jewish
Happy Camper need-blind grants of up to $1,000, as well as need-based scholarships. See more info on wearing and vaccination requirements for staffers. A partner with the Jewish Family Services of Greater
ujf.org are you but how do you want to be Jewish? It’s one of
the right. To learn more about the Foundation for Jewish Camps, visit www.jewishcamp.org. vaccination clinic was also offered for international staff Hartford to “meet each camper at their point of
the only places in the Jewish world where we can
members who had yet to receive the vaccine. availability,” says Greene. “The goal is to send
intentionally ask that question.”
campers home a better versions of themselves.”
SUMMER CAMPS
BEYOND THE GREATER
NEW HAVEN AREA Amazing experiences
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campers to over 195 Jewish overnight camps. Franklin & Marshall College in
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To learn more or apply, please visit: ing, and a traditional celebration of Shabbat.
jewishnewhaven.org/one-happy-camper For more information visit our website ramahsportsacademy.org, e-mail
info@ramahsport.org or call (855) 577-7678.
JCC DAY
Summer Camps
SUMMER CAMPS BEYOND THE GREATER NEW HAVEN AREA
JCC Day Camps:
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Habonim Dror Jewish values and
CAMPS
Camp Galil: lifelong memories
At JCC Day Camps, helping children to expand their horizons, hone their social skills,
Youth leadership for
develop leadership skills—all while having the time of their lives—is key to a
successful camp experience.
Nestled on a sprawling 54-acre campus in Woodbridge, the camp’s outstanding
G U ST 1 2
JUNE 20 - AU
a better World
facility includes an outdoor pool, a stage, sports fields, hiking trails, a low ropes
course, arts and crafts area, a volleyball court, picnic areas, and more.
All that may sound terrific, and it is. But as good as it is, it isn’t what really makes
Ready. Set. Summer!
JCC Day Camps stand out from the crowd.
Habonim Dror Camp Galil, located in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, is an “Our facility is great, but the staff is really the component that makes JCC Day Camps
overnight camp for Jewish boys and girls dedicated to youth leadership so special,” says JCC Day Camps Director Debra Kirschner. “A lot of our staff were
and a progressive vision for a better world. Founded in 1946, Camp campers themselves and had excellent role models here at camp. They lived it—and
Galil was established to train the kibbutz pioneers building the State of they are passionate about passing on the best experiences that they had as campers
Israel. Today, that pioneering model translates into our amazing sum- to the children that they lead,” says Camp Director Debra Kirschner, who has been Last year, we worked tirelessly to reimagine
mer programs that incorporates fun and education in an engaging way. with JCC Day Camps for many years, working as a counselor, sports specialist, CIT
Our partnership with Habonim Dror, an international youth movement, director, and the list goes on. “It’s very rewarding to see children learn.” camp. This year, we are stronger for it. Join us
and our commitment to social justice has seen a strong tradition of JEWISH VALUES & JEWISH LIFE for an even more fun-filled and exciting summer.
bringing up amazing, thoughtful Jewish leaders for today and tomorrow. Jewish values are woven into the fabric of camp life through daily activities.
Register now & receive our Early Bird
You send your kids to Camp Galil, we’ll teach them to build a better The concept of “tikkun olam”—of helping one’s local community and repairing the
world. To learn more, visit www.campgalil.org today. world—is central to Judaism. At JCC Day Camps, we bring that concept to life through
volunteer work, acts of kindness and compassion, and tzedakah projects, that our
campers take part in. For example, JCC Day Campers volunteer in the community or
partiicipate in events on site to raise money for the charity of their choice. Last year,
they organized a car wash on the JCC campus that raised over $1,400. The campers
Special. Offer ends February 18.
designated the car wash proceeds to two charities: The Barry Vine Send A Kid to
Camp Scholarship Fund; and Infinite Love for Kids Fighting Cancer. REGISTER ONLINE:
Kabbalat Shabbat—the spiritual
Friday night service, that welcomes jccnh.org/camp
the Shabbat (which at a day camp
takes place right before campers
For more information contact Camp Director,
leave for the weekend)—is definitely Debra Kirschner, summercamp@jccnh.org
one of the highlights at camp and
a most meaningful way to close out 203-387-2424 x253
the week. At JCC Day Camps, we
use this special moment to
encourage campers to look back
on the week; to reflect on our
collective experiences; and to celebrate our individual accomplishments. We light the
Shabbat candles and say the blessing over challah, and sit back to appreciate all that
we have and all that we are.
JCC Day Camps is proud to instill in campers a love of community, which is a crucial
part of Jewish values. Through special events like our Israel Day, Hebrew words are
taught and campers learn about Israeli culture through stories, food, songs and
games.
WHAT IF COVID CONTINUES TO BE A PROBLEM THIS SUMMER?
JCC Day Camps has already adapted in many ways to the pandemic—e.g., creating
smaller group sizes, running 4 week sessions and staying outdoors as much as
possible. We were one of the few camps to run during the pandemic in 2019 and
now have 2 years of experience. We will continue to make safety our #1 priority and
will adapt our program per CDC and OEC (Office of Early Childhood) recommenda-
tions so that everyone can stay safe and enjoy all that camp has to offer.
www.cyj.org info@cyj.org @campyoungjudaea
For more info about the JCC Day Camps contact Debra Kirschner at (203) 387-2522
x253 or visit jccnh.org.making sure every summer is a camper’s best summer.
Summer Camps
SUMMER CAMPS BEYOND THE GREATER NEW HAVEN AREA
Govenor Ned Lamont helps
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Camp tevya: THE COHEN CAMP TRIO
OUR COHEN CAMPS SIBLINGS: CO-ED CAMPS TEVYA,
“Shine A Light on Antisemitism”
A spirited TEL NOAR AND OUR ALL GIRLS CAMP PEMBRROKE.
(781) 489.2070
co-ed camp
Welcome to Camp Tevya, a Cohen Camp,
where we celebrate fun, self-confidence Camp Tel Noar:
A smaller sized
and friendships. Our committed staff
helps our campers develop strong
character and gain life skills as they
co-ed camp
encourage one another to be their best
selves. Your child(ren) will enjoy favorite activities and try new ones,
including land and water sports, arts, and performance, with dozens
of electives. Jewish values and our Israeli heritage inspire our commu-
Discover Camp Tel Noar, a Cohen Camp: a spe-
nity all week, especially on Shabbat. Tevya is trans-denominational,
cial place that brings out the best in everyone.
welcoming young people of all Jewish backgrounds and experiences.
Established in 1945, Camp Tel Noar’s smaller
Our campers return year after year—and alumni stay deeply connect-
size, unique cabins, and appreciation for indi-
ed—for favorite memories and lifelong friends in this special
viduality create relaxed, warm camaraderie.
summer family. Located on a beautiful lake an hour north of Boston
Our nut/allergy-conscious facility provides peace of mind. And we’re great Judy Alperin, CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven, and David Waren, president and CEO of the Jewish of
in southern NH. Kosher. Nut-conscious. ACA Accredited. Scholarships,
at welcoming first-time campers! We love waterskiing, swimming (lake AND Greater Hartford, flank the "Shine A Light on Antisemitism" at the Dec. 6 press conference attended by Gov. Ned Lamont
first-timer, and sibling grants available. Tours all year.
pool), photography, basketball, art, performance, Israeli dance and tennis, (standing next to David Waren).
Learn s’more: camptevya.org or (781) 489.2070.
shows, Color War, and so much more. You’ll live the Jewish values that bring
our community together, especially on Shabbat. You’ll share the songs, enthu-
siasm and camp traditions. And, most of all, you’ll grow close with friends and Governor Ned Lamont helped kick off “Shine A Light the NAACP, Urban League, and Office for Catholic Social throughout Europe over the ages; and through the
counselors: our summer family. Located an hour north of Boston in southern Week” in Connecticut, at a press conference held Nov. Justice Ministry of the Archdiocese of Hartford. violence and expulsion of Jews from their native Middle
NH. Kosher. Nut-conscious. ACA Accredited. Five-night mini-session options 29 in the JCC of Greater New Haven’s Vine Family “‘Shine A Light on Antisemitism’ is a major nationwide Eastern countries.
for younger first-timers. Scholarships, first-timer, and sibling grants available. Auditorium, and attended by a slew of community and Canadian initiative to address rising antisemitism He then brought the history of antisemitism to recent
Tours all year. Learn s’more: camptelnoar.org or (781) 489.2070. leaders—including state senators, leaders of the NAACP through education, partnership, advocacy and the media,” times, touching on the emergence of the KKK and the
and Urban League, as well executives from the seven explained Judy Alperin, CEO of the Jewish Federation of American Nazi movement in the early 20th century, and
state’s Jewish Federations, area rabbis, and the interim
Camp Pembroke:
Greater New Haven, as she opened a statewide “Shine A the legalized discrimination against and hatred against
regional director of Connecticut ADL, and other Jewish Light on Antisemitism” webinar on Dec. 6. Jews that existed in the U.S. well into the middle of the
community leaders. 20th century. He also referenced some of the most
After a performance of “Maoz Tsur” by Cantor
Shine A Light Week is part of the “Shine A Light on recent and infamous incidents of antisemitism and
The Cohen
Julia Cadrain of Temple Israel of Westport, Alperin
Antisemitism” campaign—a new North American initia- announced that, while Chanukah may be over, the hate including the massacre of Jewish worshippers at
tive created and coordinated by the Jewish Federation ShineALightCT.org website will remain up and running the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, the murder of
of North American, that aims to address rising antisem- the retired Jewish teacher Sarah Halimini in Paris, and
Camp 'Just
to provide resources, links and tips on combatting
itism in the United States and Canada, and spotlight it antisemitic hate. the KKK Rally in Charlottesburg, Va., in 2017, in which
through education, partnerships, media and advocacy. White supremacists famously chanted, among other
To shed light on how such hate was born, webinar epithets, “Jews will not replace us.”
for Girls'
The Jewish Federations of Greater New Haven and guest speaker Oren Jacobson, co-founder of Project
Greater Hartford, along with their respective Jewish Shema, which helps Jewish organizations “engage “Now once again, unfortunately, this type of hate and
Community Relations Councils and marketing depart- more effectively with progressives on issues bigotry is rising once more, as people feel emboldened
ment, led a collaborative grant request to receive fund- surrounding Israel and antisemitism,” discussed the to let these ideas out from under the rocks, moving
Explore Camp Pembroke, a Cohen Camp: ing of $45,000 to bring “Shine A Light on Antisemitism” more towards the mainstream,” Jacobson told those
New England’s only inclusively-Jewish history of antisemitism throughout the world.
awareness to communities across Connecticut. The listening in to the webinar. “And as this happens, unfor-
camp JUST FOR GIRLS. Established in 1935, this unique sisterhood invites effort included a major media ad buy and a broad “Many people think about antisemitism as starting with tunately, we see violence targeting Jews once more.”
girls ages 7-16 to gain confidence, try new things, make lifelong friends, social media campaign. the crucifixion of Jesus and ending with the Holocaust.
and grow into the person they want to be. In the studio and the pool, on the Webinar guest speaker Ellie Cooper of Middlefield, a
The truth is, anti-Jewish ideas existed before this
stage and the field, in lakeside Shabbat services and late-night bunk talks, The initiative’s kick off on the first day of Chanukah recent college graduate and ADL volunteer, shared her
moment. And unfortunately, they exist long after the
girls laugh, cheer, listen, hug, share, and flourish. served as a reminder that just one small light has the family’s story of experiencing antisemitic vandalism at
Nazis were defeated,” Jacobson said.
power to illuminate darkness and spark hope. It was fol- her home during Chanukah when she was a child.
Parents say their daughters “feel strong,” like they “belong to some- lowed by a week of events hosted by Jewish communi- Jacobson traced the history of antisemitism from 70
thing,” and are discovering “respect for ‘self’ as a woman, a Jew, an indi- “I remember being really scared and I noticed my
ties all across throughout the state, culminating on the CE, when the Romans drove the Jews out of the Biblical moms were scared too. I asked one of my moms before
vidual.” Pembroke offers fun, sun, sports, arts, and performance, with final day of Chanukah, Dec. 6, with a webinar present- land of Israel; through the 14th century, when Jews
dozens of electives in an idyllic location south of Boston, near Cape Cod. bed that night, ‘Are we in danger? Does someone want
ed by the state’s seven Jewish Federations, their Jewish were blamed and made scapegoats for the Plague, to hurt us?” she recalled. “That was the first time that
Kosher. Nut conscious. ACA Accredited. Two-week option for younger Community Relations Councils, the Jewish Federation famine and war; through the 15th century, when Jews
first-timers. Scholarships, first-timer, and sibling grants available. Tours I learned that some people hate Jews. My first lesson
Association of CT (JFACT), and the Connecticut office of were victims of the Spanish Inquisition and burned about antisemitism.”
all year. Learn s’more: camppembroke.org or (781) 489.2070. the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), in partnership with at the stake; through pogroms and attacks on Jews
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