Thoughts From the Bubble Blog: The Connection in Disconnecting
There are very few places in our world right now that are truly technology-free. For work, I am constantly connected to my computer and my phone. When I finally get home, I could easily scroll to the ends of the internet, as my husband likes to say, or fall into what many call doom-scrolling, not […]
Thoughts From the Bubble Blog: Jewish Joy at Camp
In a world that shifted dramatically post October 7th, one of the things that camp not only continued to provide, but strengthened, was our connection to Judaism and the Jewish people. In the ten months that our community spent outside the bubble, we heard countless stories of antisemitism in schools, neighborhoods, and on college campuses. […]
Thoughts From the Bubble Blog: The Bubble
Welcome to my inaugural blog, Thoughts from the Bubble! After 11 summers at camp, I’ve gathered plenty of reflections on what makes this community, and the camp experience itself, such an incredible gift for our campers, families, staff, and alumni. Along the way, I’ve also picked up a lot of “kid wisdom” through my years […]
Camp Tevya | Week 7 | Games + Gratitude
Dear Tevya Families, We’ve arrived at the final newsletter of Summer 2025. The days have been long and full, yet somehow the weeks have flown by. We’re not quite ready to say goodbye to lakefront sunsets, endless laughter in the bunks, and the joy of gathering as one community for each meal in the Dining […]
Camp Tevya | Week 6 | Color War + Leadership
Dear Tevya Families, It’s been a vibrant and memorable week at camp. After much anticipation, Color War officially began with a dramatic break at Tuesday morning’s flag raising. The next three and a half days were filled with spirited competition, including digging for the heart and finding the key. Campers participated in relay races, swim […]
Camp Tevya | Week 5 | Change of Sessions
Dear Tevya Families, Time at camp has a rhythm all its own. When campers first arrived at the end of June, it felt like summer stretched endlessly before us, full of possibility. Each day felt long, in the best possible way. But just like that, we’ve reached the halfway point. On Sunday, we said goodbye […]
Camp Tevya | Week 4 | Inclusion + Kindness
Dear Tevya Families, Here we are, with the end of First Session in sight. Tomorrow you will get that big hug you have been waiting the past few weeks to experience. The days have flown by, filled with laughter, new friendships, and unforgettable experiences. It seems like only moments ago we were greeting campers at […]
Camp Tevya | Week 3 | Responsibility + Trips
Dear Tevya Families, Astonishing that we’re already in the final stretch of First Session with just over a week to go! In some ways, it feels like we were just welcoming your children through the gates, and yet, so much has happened in the time since. Camp has been filled with energy, laughter, and countless […]
Camp Tevya | Week 2 | Energy + Courage
Dear Tevya Families, It’s hard to believe we are already in our second week of camp! Our days are busy from wakeup to bedtime; there is nothing like your head hitting the pillow after a full day of activities. Your campers have been diving into everything Tevya has to offer, from trying new activities to […]
Camp Tevya | Week 1 | Community Inside the Bubble
Dear Tevya Families, Welcome to the first edition of our Summer 2025 weekly newsletter! Each week, usually just in time for Shabbat, we’ll be sending updates to help you feel connected to the joy, energy, and community here at camp. We hope these glimpses into camp life help bring your camper’s letters to life (the […]
