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A Great Summer at Camp Kef!

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Dear Friends,

As summer comes to a close, we’re overjoyed to look back on the amazing experiences that made Camp Kef 2024 so memorable. From thrilling activities to festive events, this summer has been packed with excitement and joy.

Our campers embraced the “kef” (fun in Hebrew) with a range of vibrant activities, including lively games, a colorful Israeli Day celebration, and a dynamic Color War Week that highlighted their team spirit through competitions and an impressive Song Fest. They unleashed their creativity and culinary skills in Chavayah, where they crafted a variety of delicious treats and engaged in hands-on projects that sparked their imaginations. The excitement never stopped with captivating, themed days and adventurous bounce houses, adding an extra layer of joy to their camp experience.

One of the summer’s highlights was our Chalutzim Carnival. Our oldest campers hosted a carnival celebration for our youngest campers with games, prizes, a foam bubble party and more. We also had the pleasure of hosting Magic Jake, who mesmerized our younger campers with his enchanting performance. The visit from Quiver Farm was another standout moment, giving kids the chance to interact with charming animals. Our final week of camp was a grand finale, featuring another carnival-themed extravaganza with snow cones, exciting games, and a delightful performance by Judy Tudy the clown magician.

Throughout the summer, campers delved into creative arts, tackled STEM challenges, and participated in sports activities that fostered both skill and teamwork. The energy and enthusiasm of our campers made every day at Camp Kef a special adventure.

We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to spend the summer with such an amazing group of campers. It has been a joy to watch them grow, learn, and make new friends. As we look forward to the new school year, we’re excited to announce that registration for next summer is just around the corner!

Registration Dates for 2025:

Returning Camp Families: September 16

Friends of the J: September 23

Open to the Public: October 1

 

Early Bird Special: Returning Camp Families and Friends of the J can register by September 30 and 10% off your summer (no week minimum).

 

Be sure to check our Camp Kef website for registration links or keep your eye on your email!

Thank you to our entire community for making this summer at Camp Kef truly special. We can’t wait to see everyone next year!

Shabbat Shalom,

Katie Hausman