Reflections on a Beautiful Summer Evening: Shabbat on the Lake
When nearly 700 people come together on one night to celebrate Shabbat, we know that this community is truly something special. Shabbat on the Lake took place on Friday, August 5, and this year we expanded this beloved annual event to two locations. 600 young adults gathered on the lakefront at the Waveland Clock Tower […] Learn More ›
The Top 5 Reasons to Attend Shabbat on the Lake
I love Shabbat on the Lake because it’s a community wide event that celebrates the things that unite us. It’s the only event of its kind that brings together a multitude of Jewish organizations, representing a variety of people with varying beliefs and missions. This is the 6th year of Shabbat on the Lake and […] Learn More ›
Areivim Hebrew at Camp
Reflections on Starting a New Program: Hebrew Immersion at Day Camp I do, we do, you do, can do… and so goes the “mantra” for developing, planning and presenting a program that teaches, inspires and excites, even the youngest members of our community. These words are the progress indicators for language learners. In theory, it […] Learn More ›
How Wonderful It Is
How good and pleasant it is for brothers and sisters to sit together. Hinei ma tov uma na-im Shevet achim gam yachad. -Psalm 133:1 When I am at our J Camps or Camp Chi, I love listening to campers sing Hinei Ma Tov. They belt it out with a tremendous ruach (spirit) at music specialties, song […] Learn More ›
Go to Camp with Your Grandparent! (Yes, We’re Serious)
Thinking about Grandparents Weekend for your family this summer? This special guest blog from a grandchild will have you packing and planning for the best summer experience! Written by Lindsay Weisskopf, freshman at Highland Park High School. This summer will be her 6th summer as a camper at Camp Chi. Seven years ago my grandparents […] Learn More ›
Yom Ha’atzmaut, Camp and Connections
Sometimes it feels like any day can be a holiday. We have National Grilled Cheese Day, Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day and even Talk Like a Pirate Day. With so many “holidays,” it’s easy to miss one that is actually important, especially when it takes place on the other side of the world. Today […] Learn More ›