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Christmukkah: A Celebration of Diversity
One of the things I cherish the most about the extended family that is Greene Family Camp, is our diversity. As I sat to write this Christmas edition of “Tell Me S’more” I couldn’t help but reflect on the many members of our community are observing Christmas today. ...
The Miracle Of Camp: Friends Become Family
Hanukkah Night 8 | Gadd Family's Miracle of Camp The first time our daughter, Evyn, went to GFC, our twins joined her for the last ten days of their Bonim session. They all had a blast, but Evyn came home and cried for a full two weeks. She loved camp so much and she...
The Miracle Of Camp: Connecting to Jewish Identity
Hanukkah Night 7 | Carly's Miracle of Camp My strong Jewish identity was forged through 20 years of being on staff and faculty. As an education director and a mom of Camp Kattan age kids, I’m always trying to help kids find connections to their Jewish identity....
The Miracle Of Camp: Do I Have to Pick Just One?
Hanukkah Night 6 | Kate's Miracle of Camp One of my favorite miracles of camp is friends you only get to see at camp. Some of the friends you make may live in another state, or another city or town that is hours away from where you live. I have a friend from...
The Miracle Of Camp: The Magic Lasts All Year
Hanukkah Night 5 | Scott Family's Miracle Of Camp Chanukah is a minor festival on the Jewish calendar. While its theme of survival is far from insignificant, over the centuries we’ve creatively adapted ways to emphasize this festival as a true bright spot in...
The Miracle Of Camp: We Can Be Together, Even When Apart
Hanukkah Night 4 | Scott's Miracle of Camp When I was 12 years old, the Sisterhood of Congregation Emanu El in Houston Sisterhood made the smart decision to give me a scholarship to attend URJ Greene Family Camp. Four years in NFTY, 17 summers on staff and faculty and...
The Miracle Of Camp: When You Fall, Camp Will Catch You
Hanukkah Night 3 | Ariel's Miracle of Camp For me, the miracle of camp is being able to become the person I want, and at the same time to not be afraid to fall. Camp gives the opportunity to explore yourself, to try new things and step out of your comfort zone over...
The Miracle of Camp: The Gift That Keeps on Giving
Hanukkah Night 2 | Amber's Miracle of Camp Halfway up the zipline ladder, he got slower and slower. Then, he turned around with tears in his eyes and defeat written all over his face. He told us he was too scared to go. The fear was taking over, and he was...
Alumni Spotlight: Sara “Rosie” Tesson
Sara “Rosie” Tesson Director of Events and Catering | Refined Hospitality Concepts Camper/Summer Staff Member/Leadership – 2001 – 2015 When were you a staff member at camp and what positions did you hold while you were there? Bunk Counselor...
The Miracle of Camp: How I Learned to Light Fireworks
Hanukkah Night 1, by Zoe Makler As a summer staff member at GFC, the days can sometimes blur together, but some unforgettable staff moments have the power to transform your entire outlook on camp and life. Upon receiving an invitation cordially inviting me to light...