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November, 2013
Parting is Such Sweet Sorrow:
Thank you Deborah-Jo Essrog
Dear Ramah Community,
It is with mixed emotions that I share the news with you that Deborah-Jo Essrog, our Development Director for the last four years, has decided to depart our organization in order to pursue another professional opportunity and to share her considerable talents as the new Director of Development of the Susan G. Komen: Central and South Jersey Organization, beginning December 4th 2013.
I know that all of you will join me in wishing Deborah-Jo hatzlachah rabbah, good luck, in this important new endeavor; and that our shared sense of excitement with her over this new opportunity is only tempered by our own sense of loss at her departure.
Allow me to take a moment to personally thank Deborah-Jo for all of her hard work, her tireless dedication, and her paramount commitment to our organization, its goals, and its mission. When Deborah-Jo arrived as our Development Director over four years ago, our organization and its ability to secure funds for institutional advancement, was immediately improved. During her tenure she presided over several of the most successful campaigns we have ever embarked upon: Ramah 60, Ramah's Tribute Benefit honoring our Past Presidents, Top Chef, our Legacy Campaign, and more.
But truth be told, these events and campaigns are only a small part of the important work she did for our Ramah community. With her warmth, her easy-going nature, and her shared-history with the organization, Deborah-Jo built bridges with our alumni community, established relationships with new Ramah supporters, and re-established connections with those who had been on the periphery.
We wish Deborah-Jo every possible success as she leaves us with her legacy of hard work and success; as well as the difficult task of finding her successor.
Sincerely,
Rabbi Joel Seltzer
Director
Camp Ramah in the Poconos
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News from Camp Ramah in the Poconos
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Enrollment: Way Ahead of Last Year's Pace!
Enrollment is moving much faster this year, and we are so excited for Kayitz 2014! Don't forget to fill out your application today!
If you did early enrollment- you still need to do the online application through CampMinder, but you do not need to submit a deposit.
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Sunday January 5, 2014
2:00-4:00pm
Playdrome Bowling and Entertainment Center
1536 Kings Highway N
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
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Save the Date
Annual Camp Ramah Tribute Dinner
Sunday, February 23, 2014
Har Zion Temple
Honoring:
Rabbi Archie Ruberg (learning)
Drs. Mark and Ruth Joffe (leadership)
Geoff Menkowitz and Rabbi Avi Orlow (innovation)
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Please participate in our most successful Annual Campaign Ever!
We are looking for this campaign to go VIRAL, so we need your help in spreading the word.
It's simple, we are looking for $1,000 gifts of $18 - each gift will be matched, dollar for dollar, by our generous Chai Society and Double Chai Society.
So far we have 597 units of $18, so we need your help - click here and give - and then share your gift via Facebook, Twitter, and email marketing.
Together we are strengthening the Ramah Community through the power of connectivity.
Give Today.
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Ramah on the Road
December 7: Jewish Camp Shabbat, Beth Am Israel, Penn Valley, PA
December 8: Bucks County Jewish Camp Fair, Temple Judea
December 8: Kesher Israel Camp Fair, West Chester
December 8: Parlor Meeting, Kellman Brown Academy
December 9: Krieger Schechter Baltimore
December 12: Barrack Hebrew Academy
December 13-14: Ramah Shabbat at Chizuk Amuno, Baltimore, MD
December 15: Kesher Israel Camp Fair, West Chester
December 15: Adath Israel Parlor Meeting, Ardmore
December 15: Beth Shalom, Columbia, MD
December 18: BTBJ Parlor Meeting
January 5: Ohev Shalom, Richboro
January 5: KI, Elkins Park
January 10-11: Ramah Shabbat at Beth El, Harrisburg, PA
January 12: Adath Israel Parlor Meeting, Wynnewood, PA
January 19: Temple Sinai Camp Fair
January 26: Metro Kids Camp Fair, at the Conshohocken Marriot
January 26: Parlor Meeting, Harrisburg, PA
March 21-22: Ramah Shabbat at Temple Sinai, Dresher
For more information on our recruitment events, contact Michelle Sugarman at 215-885-8556 or [email protected].
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Thank You from the Lefkowitz Family
Sarah, Rachel, and I would like to thank our Ramah Communities for the outpouring of love and support we received upon Harold's passing. In case we do not get to each of you individually, we want you to know how much your kindness and generosity has meant to us at this time.
Miriam, Sarah, and Rachel Lefkowitz
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Upcoming Events in our Community
Jewish Learning Venture
Opening the Gates of Torah
Inclusion Yom Iyyun (Symposium)
Sunday, December 15, 2013
2:00-5:00pm
Chabad of Montgomery County
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Proud of our Alumni: Dr. Daniel Relles
Mazal tov to Ramah Poconos Alumnus Dr. Daniel Relles on receiving the 2014 Outstanding Resident Teacher Award from the Association for Surgical Education. Kol HaKavod, Dan!
From Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital:
Congratulations to PGY5 resident Daniel Relles, MD, on receiving the 2014 Outstanding Resident Teacher Award from the Association for Surgical Education. This annual award is given to up to four residents in the United States who have demonstrated the qualities of an outstanding teacher. The award will be presented to Dr. Relles at the ASE banquet during Surgical Education Week in April 2014 in Chicago.
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Stay Warm in Ramah Gear from Lands' End!
From sweatshirts to fleeces to raincoats, we've got it all to keep you warm this winter! You can customize any of your purchases with the Camp Ramah in the Poconos, Ramah Day Camp, or Tikvah Family Camp logo!
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Guess Who?!
Can you guess the budding Ramahniks and Tzevet Gan from 1999? Put your answers on our Facebook Page, for a chance to win a prize!
Congratulations to Jodi Saunders, Ramah Alumna and current Ramah Poconos Parent for the highest number of correct guesses in our October Guess Who?!
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A Note from the Director
Celebrating Hanukkah brings us together, and as we light the menorah and bask in its light we can't help but remember the light of Kayitz 2013. We remember those shining summer memories of children trying new things, gaining confidence, and acquiring new skills all while making friends and having fun. We miss our Ramah Family during this festive holiday and we want to keep the magic of Ramah going all year long. Explore the dancing, sports, singing, art and more that were part of your child's daily schedule. Continue the acts of kindness, tzedakah and Tikkun Olam that is such a big part of the Ramah Day Camp experience.
Join us on Sunday, December 8th for our second annual Sport Day with Jim at our Cozy Up to Camp Open House. Meet us in the gym from 2-4pm for an awesome time with your camp friends. We will also have some fun winter projects with our staff. We miss you all and hope to see you there! I hope that you and your family had a wonderful holiday.
-Sue Ansul
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Spotlight on: Tikkun Olam
By Eileen Graub, Program Coordinator and Rosh Edah
Ramah Day Camp not only provides campers with a place to participate in exciting camp activities, but also a place to learn about and practice Tikkun Olam, an important Jewish value. Tikkun Olam is understood to mean "repairing the world" through human actions. It is important for Jews to participate in repairing the world by participating in tzedakah and g'milut hasadim (acts of loving kindness). Throughout the summer, the chanichim explore their Jewish identities by doing Tikkun Olam as an RDC community.
This summer our chanichim helped the JRA (Jewish Relief Agency) deliver food to elderly in need. We also had a Penny Harvest and canned food drive coordinated by our shiur teacher, Karyn Salkin. It was amazing to see the community rally together, bringing in small donations to make a big impact.
Our performing arts track went to the Abramson Center and the Samuel A Green House to sing and dance for the residents, bringing joy and laughter to everyone involved. The chanichim were so excited to perform for these communities, and can't wait to do it again next summer.
And who can forget about our incredible Ramah Day Camp community garden? We tended to and harvested fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs which we then donated to the Mitzvah Food Pantry. The pantry is always so grateful for the donation of fresh produce.
We'd like to continue our focus on Tikkun Olam during the year by coordinating a Mitzvah Day partnering Ramah Day Camp with JRA. Ramah Day Camp chanichim spend the summer in a community that embodies Jewish values and respect, where Jewish living and learning are seamlessly integrated into the daily camp experience. We are proud to provide the Ramah Experience to your children each summer, and hope to grow our Tikkun Olam program in the summers to come.
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Ramah Day Camp Open House
Join us on Sunday, December 8th to Cozy Up to Camp, our Winter Open House. Click here for more info!
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Save the Date
Ramah Day Camp Reunion!
Sunday January 12, 2014
We can't wait to see you all there!
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News from our Ramah Family
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Mazal Tov!
Congratulations to these members of our Ramah Family:
B'nei Mitzvah-
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Alana
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Wernick
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11/2/2013
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Miranda
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Targum
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11/2/2013
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Diana
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Epstein
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11/2/2013
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Gil
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Rosen
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11/3/2013
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Andrew
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Schachter
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11/9/2013
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Samara
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Reisbord
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11/9/2013
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Ethan
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Cooper
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11/23/2013
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Gefen
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Galfand
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11/23/2013
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Hana
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Wohlberg
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11/23/2013
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Sophia
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Sloves
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11/30/2013
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Danielle
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Gershen
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11/30/2013
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Samara
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Weinberg
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11/30/2013
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 Engagements- Jessica Abel to Greg Phillips Laura Oser to Isiah Scoufield Sarah Waxman to Jacob Cohen Marriages- Yair Blaier to Shani Michalowitz Rob Lattin to Maayan Vodovis Dafna Soffrin to Michael Frumer Avi Spielman to Rachel Yazdian
Births-
Judah Ferst and Rebecca Elkus-Ferst on the birth of their son, Noah Isaac.
Rachel (Einhorn) and Ari Saks on the birth of their son, Jonah Asher.
If you would like to share news of your s'machot, please send your announcement to [email protected].
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HaMakom Y'nacheim Et'chem
Camp Ramah in the Poconos Mourns the Loss of the Following Members of our Community:
HaMakom Y'nacheim Et'chem B'toch She'ar Aveilei Tzi'yon virushalayim.
Robert Klein- father of staff member Sue (Eric) Schwartzman, grandfather of Mark and Rebecca.
Jim Jacobs- husband of Bonnie, father of Robin and Rachel Jacobs (Ramah Poconos Alumna and Staff Member.)
Our heartfelt condolences go out to all of those who mourn their passing.
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Mayor Michael A. Nutter lays a wreath at the kever of St. Sergeant Michael Levin z"l (Gesher 2000) on his recent trip to Israel.
The wreath read: "Philadelphia's native son turned Israeli hero - May his memory always be for blessing."
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Our 2013-2014 Board of Directors
Lee Sussman, President
| Rachael Abrams | Jon Adler | Debbie Albert | David Axelrod | Julie Berger | | Jay Dorsch | Bruce Engleman | Debbie Fleischman |
David Goldstein
| Shira Goodman | | David I. Haas | Judith Hess | Lynn Horn | Alan Kaufman | Don Miller | | Rabbi Micah Peltz | Nathan Relles | Josh Romirowsky | Michael Saewitz | Doug Sayer | | Richard Soloff | Martin Wachs | Michael Wachs |
Rabbi Eric Yanoff
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"Ramah makes Jews."
- Rabbi David Mogilner z"l |
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CCamp Ramah in the Poconos
2100 Arch St. Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-885-8556
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