Campwide Newesletter Week 2

July 9, 2010

To Camp Chaverim Parents and Guardians,

It has been a HOT second week at Camp Chaverim. We held a variety of events to stay cool, including a Game Show on Monday, a big screen showing of “Princess and the Frog” on Tuesday, a magic show on Wednesday, and Sno Cones on Thursday. On Tuesday, we had our first “Dress Up Day” of the summer, as it was “TIE DYE” Day at Camp. Also on Tuesday, it was the first Late Night for the Bonim (Builders) our Kindergarten and 1st grade campers. The campers had a great time playing on the inflatable water slide and playing assorted water Games and enjoyed a delicious dinner cooked by Chef Kutil. The evening concluded with what everyone loves on a 95 degree day, a Bonfire. While at the Bonfire each group in the Unit performed an excellent song. On Wednesday, the Tzofim (Scouts) our 4th – 6th grade campers went on their first field trip to Creative Sparks and Congress Park both in Saratoga. At Creative Sparks, the campers painted wonderful pictures on ceramic tiles. While at Congress Park, the campers rode the carousel, played kickball, and held a Disney Trivia Challenge.

Next week will hopefully be a slightly cooler week, but definitely a jam packed week. Tuesday, will be our second “Dress Up Day” of the summer, as it will be “Rock star Day” at Camp. It will be a fun day and we are even looking forward to the possible appearance of a famous pop star. On Wednesday, it will be the Yeladim (Children) our 2nd and 3rd grade campers’ first Late Night. The campers will have a wonderful night filled with swimming, a delicious dinner and a bonfire/sing-a-long. On Thursday, the Tzofim Unit will have their first overnight of the summer. The overnight includes all the fun aspects of a Late Night plus the fun of a camping. Please be on the lookout for additional details and a permission slip for these events.

The Theme for the Summer is Jewish Holidays. During the second week of camp the campers learned about Lag BaOmer and Shavuot. The campers learned about the theme through activities including making a Harvest themed decoration and finger painting pictures of flowers. Next week’s holiday is Passover.

Friday, will be camp photo day so please make sure your camper is wearing their camp t-shirt. Campers who are not registered for the third week can be brought by their parent or guardian to participate in photo day. Please call to find out when your child(ren)’s group photo(s) will be taken.

Please check your camper(s) backpacks and lunchboxes as they should contain a swim achievement card or Swim Progress Form to update you on their swimming ability. If you did not receive one please contact Mallory Baughman, Camp Aquatics Director.

A few reminders: The Knolls Road entrance is a one way exit between 4:00 pm and 4:15 pm. If you have a camper who is in the extended day program and you will be picking up during camp pickup at 4:00 pm., please call Maggie earlier in the day and we will make sure to have your camper with the other campers for pick-up. Also, please make sure all of your child(ren)’s items are labeled with their name.

We all want to wish you a great weekend.

Sincerely,

Andy, Dan, Heidi Mallory, Mitch, Rachel, Regina, Shana & Val