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A Tribute to Rabbi David Packman, z”l
With deep sadness, I bring news of the death Rabbi A. David Packman, z”l, on February 10, 2020.
Announcing Rabbi Erin Ellis Mason as the New Camp Director at GFC!
On behalf of the GFC directors and Camp Committee, we are excited to announce that Rabbi Erin Ellis Mason will be the new Director of URJ Greene Family Camp! Erin will be joining the GFC team as our new Camp Director, working with Executive Director Loui Dobin...
How NFTY Changed my Year-Round Connection to GFC
I was scared that going to camp for only a few days would somehow take away from the magic of the summer because it had always been this sacred place I could only go to for three weeks out of the year.
“Wherever you go…”
As the song lyric says, “Wherever you go, there’s always someone Jewish,” and sometimes it’s true that wherever you go you can find a friend from Greene Family Camp.
Thank you, Stefani Rozen!
Dear Camp Community, With each new year, we are all faced with new celebrations and new beginnings. We look back on everything that we have experienced together, we appreciate the lessons that we have learned, and we look toward the future with the confidence that we...
Celebrating Loui Dobin
Having just welcomed the Jewish year 5780, we know that the months ahead will bring opportunities for us to mark meaningful milestones and celebrations. Perhaps one of the most poignant will be to recognize Loui Dobin who, after 42 years, has announced his retirement...
Building a Sukkah vs. Going to Camp; How Both Actions Honor the Holiday of Sukkot
As the holiday of Sukkot approaches, we wanted to take some time to reflect on the symbolism of the Sukkah, and its parallels with camp.
L’Dor V’Dor: The More Things Change, The More They Stay The Same
Former camper and staff member, Rabbi Amy Ross, reminisces about her time at GFC. She leaves us with the sentiment, that while the buildings may change over the years, the beauty of camp comes from the experiences that we have- and that beauty will remain from generation to generation.
Our Garden: A Reflection by Saba Ron
Just in time for Rosh Hashanah, we share a very special reflection on our Garden by Saba Ron Bernstein… who entrusts us with his secret Bedouin Tea recipe!
Sukkot Family Retreat: A Sukkah Open For All
GFC’s Sukkot Family Retreat is a blast for families of all ages; whether you’re checking out camp for the first time or returning to see your old friends, this weekend is all about having fun together at camp.