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Like most of our campers, I spent the off-season counting down the days until I move to camp. I am lucky because I move in a little earlier than others: in just 2 weeks I will be back in 03033. Besides checking the calendar, this off-season I also had: the joy of checking in on the progress of construction... a feeling of inspiration as I thought about the legacies and generosity of those in our community... and deep thanks for our volunteer leaders who do so much so connect us to each other. I invite you to read about all this and more in my letter, A Season of Changes, on the Tevya blog. And scroll down for lots of news!
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Mindee Gerstein Meltzer
Director, Camp Tevya
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Meet our Head Counselors
What makes Tevya such a warm and inclusive community? Our amazing team! All the head counselors attended Camp Tevya or another Cohen Camp as campers themselves--and they are super-excited for summer!
Read about each one here
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Celebrate! Gordon House Dedication
Sunday, June 5 at 10:30am
Please join us to dedicate Gordon House, a new staff housing facility to welcome even more specialists to camp, in honor of Aaron and Blanche Gordon and with deep gratitude to Tevya alumnus Michael Leven.
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Get Involved in the Fun!
The Tevya Connection
The Tevya Connection is what we're calling this lifelong community of Tevya families, encompassing current families, alumni, and everyone who loves 03033. Contact us to learn how you can support camp year-round and bring people together!
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New Waterski Docks & more
New waterski docks will get installed on June 1. Construction is going strong on the new duplex bunk in Boys Area (between Bunks 4 and 5). Our 9th and 10th graders will get to take part in the new Bogrim Leadership Program, supplementing their existing hands-on leadership opportunities through great new weekly training led by our staff.
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This summer in Jerusalem!
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| Families: Save the Date! |
"Free Play" Day at Camp Tevya Sunday, June 12, 2016, 2-4pm
RSVP Here |
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Tell a Friend: Try Camp for a Day
Sunday, July 31, 2016
Know a family or camper thinking about camp for Summer 2017? We host tours all year, but the best time to visit is our "super-tour" day, with activities and lunch included. Invite a friend to learn s'more!
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Parent Schmoozes
Right after Drop-Off each session
Tevya is a community for your whole family! Please plan your travels so you can stop by the Cozy Tea Cart (just down the street from camp) right after Drop-Off for coffee, treats for the road, and a chance to meet and catch up with fellow parents.
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Alumni Community News
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See you at Alumni Shabbat!
Friday evening, June 24, 2016, 5:30-9pm
Alumni, you and your families are invited! We'll have a warm Friday night service, delicious Shabbat dinner, and lively Shira session. Wear your blue and white, and bring your favorite camp stories!
RSVP to Alumni Coordinator Ellen Ades:
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Volunteer at Camp
Sunday Tours Need You!
Share your Tevya passion with prospective families! Enjoy a Sunday giving them a big welcome to Tevya tours. Please join the camp community for lunch, and a true "taste" of the 03033 you love! Open to all parents and alumni who do not have a child enrolled at camp that week. Organized by Danyael and Matt Brand (former Tevya Director), now first time Tevya parents! Tell Danyael and Matt you're interested |
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Hey, baby!
Get your Tevya onesie.
If you or someone you love has just had a baby, we'll send you a Camp Tevya Future Camper onesie! It's the most stylish gear around for playgrounds from Boston to Paris and Milan. (Please send us a photo!)
Contact Ellen Ades:
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Mazel Tov to...Ali (Cohen) and Michael Sganga on the birth of their daughter, Hailey (above!). Rachel (Ades) and Jeff Sarasohn on the birth of their baby boy, Jacob. Ellen (Yesley) and Joel Silberman, who are delighted that two of their kids will be at Tevya this summer: Ben as Tsof boys head and Sloan as DLD leader. Tali Cohen, daughter of Barnet & Loryn Cohen on making it to confirmation at Temple Chayai Shalom.
Hats off to... Michael London, whose company, Examity, was written up in BostInno.com. Sara Goodman, daughter of Jen and Sam Goodman for being accepted to Muhlenberg College in the fall. Carri Abramowitz Gaudion, who ran her 6th marathon on April 19th in Boston and did impressive fundraising for Dana Farber. Zoe Richards, daughter of Susan Zirin Richards, for winning 1st place in her dance competition. Stacey Smalley for returning to camp as the Olot Head Counselor for her 15th summer.
Good luck to...
Susan Holzman Flint as she walks her 11th Out of the Darkness Overnight on June 4; she invites everyone to learn more and donate.
Breaking a glass with...
Cindy (Shapiro) and Steve Siagel's son Michael Siagel, engaged to Sydney Kirsten (Pembroke). Elyse Winer Pine, now married to Alec Pine. And our own Director Mindee Gerstein Meltzer, who will be getting married in September! Mazel Tov!
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And make sure your address is updated for more alumni news, too!
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How to Support Camp
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Give from the Amazon Wish List Make this the best summer ever!
Please take your pick--or team up with friends or other Tevya families to take on a big item. Your gift will light up the faces of Tevya campers this summer! (And please set "Eli & Bessie Cohen Camps" as your nonprofit so that Amazon Smile makes a donation with your purchase!) Check out the Wish List |
Host an International Staffer
Could you offer a "home base" to welcome one or two of Tevya's international staff on their days off? Our wonderful staff love to explore New England and meet local families. They just need a friendly smile and a place to stay. It's easy, fun and rewarding! Organized by Lisa Becker Fishman, Tevya alum and parent. Tell Lisa you can host
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The Tevya Alma Mater
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These words speak to our hearts, in every Tevya generation:
Amid verdant woodlands,
Beneath pure azure skies,
Protected by mountains,
Our own Tevya lies.
She stands in her beauty,
Blue waters by her side,
A part of G-d's country,
Majestic and dignified.
Camp Tevya we will pledge to thee,
Our everlasting loyalty.
We offer you our strength
Our love forever more.
With faith in our purpose,
With strength to achieve our aim,
We'll strive for Camp Tevya,
Bring glory to her name.
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Year-Round: 888 Worcester Street, Suite 350, Wellesley, MA 02482
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