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The Camp Keff Experience
Here’s How We put Friendship Fueled by FUN into Action!
Morning Mifcad
Kick off the camp day with singing, silly skits, dancing, and surprises that spark your keff spirit!
Weekly Celebrations
Maccabiah competitions, themed dress-up days, and Shabbat Fairs bring our camp community together with a special fun flair.
Swimming
Nothing says summer like splash time! Laugh, smile, and play with your pals in PJCC’s beautiful pools.
Specialty Experiences
Each session brings new ways to explore your interests through cooking, Krav Maga, Drumming, Toyology, and more!
Jewish Culture
Learn about Jewish life & culture through fun projects that emphasize timeless, universal values!
Sports & Games
Get energized as you run, jump, and play with your friends in the fresh air.
STEM
Explore our amazing world with specially designed, hands-on activities that inspire your love for science in super-cool ways.
Arts & Crafts
Let your creativity shine as you make masterpieces filled with color and imagination.
Session Details
Below is a sample of the fun we’ve cooked up for each week and it’s only the beginning; much more Keff is included in every day!
Week 1 | June 17 – 21
Dive into kindness with Kick Start Kindness Week. 🤗 Experience the thrill of Yom Keff (day of fun!), splash around on Swim Days 🏊, and create whimsical Bubble Art. 🎨 Uncover the secrets of Strawberry DNA 🔬, explore the vibrant Israeli Shuk 🛍️, hit home runs in Canadian Baseball ⚾, and embrace empowerment with Krav Maga 🥋. Our Wild West Adventure 🤠 transports you to the times of gold panners and pioneers.
Week 2 | June 24 – 28
Set sail on a heartwarming adventure with Kindness Compass Week! 🧭 Splash into fun at our Summer Kick-off Pool Party 🎉 and swim on Tuesday & Thursday 🏊. Get creative with Slime Wall Art 🎨, sail away with Rubber Band Powered Boats 🔬, and whip up yummy treats in Israeli Cooking 🍲. Hit a home run in Torpedo, and dance to the beat with KAGZ Entertainment 💃. Plus, craft your very own boutique treats in DIY Craft Craze. A week filled with friendship, fun, and lots of “I did it myself!” moments awaits! 🌈
Week 3 | July 1 – 5
Jump into a world-saving adventure with Kindness Eco Guardians Week! 🌍 Get ready for the Shabbat Carnival 🎡, splash into swim days 🏊, and make colorful splashes with Balloon Dart Painting 🎨. Discover sparkling treasures by Growing Your Own Geodes 🔬, get creative with Dead Sea Mud Creation 🏜️, and aim high in 9 Square in the Air. Kick into fun with soccer ⚽ and turn into Nature’s Explorers, learning about the great outdoors right at camp. A week of fun, friends, and becoming eco superheroes awaits! 🦸♂️🦸♀️
Week 4 | July 8 – 12
Discover the magic of kindness with Kindness Connection Week! Dive into Yom Mayim, our water-fun day 🌊, and enjoy swimming on Tuesday & Thursday 🏊. Spin up some fun with Salad Spinner Art 🎨, navigate through 3D Maze Design 🔬, and craft a beautiful Clay Hamsa Dish to celebrate diversity. Bounce into joy with Balloon Sports Frenzy 🎈, and groove with energy in Zumba, blending dance, fitness, and fun 🕺💃. Then, get ready for the Olympics, where silly games and creative challenges await 🏅.
Week 5 | July 15 – 19
Embark on a wild adventure with Kindness Kingdom Week! Splash into fun with swim days on Tuesday & Thursday 🏊, and don’t miss the Kindercamp Party for heaps of fun. Create your own little world with Terrarium Art 🌱, unearth the past in Dino Dig 🔍, and experience Life on a Kibbutz 🏡 to learn about community living. Dash and dodge in Catch the Dragon’s Tail for playful excitement 🐉. Step right up to Cirque de KEFF 🎪, where acrobatics and juggling await. Dive into the Animal Kingdom, discovering lions, tigers, bears, and more 🦁🐯🐻! A week of exploring kindness through our animal friends and their habitats, fostering a love for all creatures big and small.
Week 6 | July 22 – 26
Set course for Kindness Champions Week! Join us for a Family Night on July 26 with a Shabbat Picnic 🍎, and dive into fun with swim days on Tuesday & Thursday 🏊. Light up your creativity with Candle Art 🕯️, create groovy Lava Lamps in STEM, and express yourself with Hebrew Name Art ✍️. Challenge yourself in Minute to Win It Olympics 🏅, and feel the beat in Drumming, discovering the joy of percussion 🥁. Embark on Ocean and Pirate Adventures, learning about the deep blue sea and pirate life with a hearty “Arrrrr!” 🌊🏴☠️.
Week 7 | July 29 – August 2
Gear up for Kindness Innovators Week! Dive into creativity with our Shabbat Maker Faire 🛠️ and enjoy cool swims on Tuesday & Thursday 🏊. Illuminate your world with Black Light Painting 🎨, engineer fun with Design a Mini Claw Machine in STEM 🔧, and tackle the Israeli Tech Challenge 🌐. Leap over lava in Ultimate Floor is Lava, and whip up delicious summertime classics in Cooking, using fresh, local produce 🍽️. Become a toy expert in Toyology, building and learning about the toys we love 🚀.
Week 8 | August 5 – 9
Prepare for a heartwarming finale with Random Acts of Kindness Week! Celebrate with us at Shabbatfest 🎉, and make a splash swimming on Tuesday & Thursday 🏊. Craft stunning Resin Art 🎨, construct thrilling Paper Plate Rollercoasters in STEM 🎢, and embark on an Archaeological Dig to uncover history 🏺. Soar on broomsticks in Quidditch 🧹, sharpen your skills in Basketball, focusing on fundamentals and teamwork 🏀, and step into the magical world of the Camp Keff Wizard Academy 🪄. Explore wizard sports, mythical creatures, and enchanting tricks for a spellbinding end to our summer.
Shalom Week | August 12 – 16
Get ready for Shalom Week, where your imagination will fly! At Legoland Discovery Center, you can build anything you dream of. Funtropolous is your playground of fun, with slides and ball pits waiting just for you. Discover cool new things at the Children’s Discovery Museum, meet your favorite animals at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, and play the most fun games at The Plex. It’s a week of magic, animals, and building cool stuff—just for you! 🎨🏰🐅
Kindercamp Hours and Fees
| Session Dates | Hours | Member Rate | Public Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | June 17 – 21* | 9:00am – 3:00pm | $500 | $548 |
| 8:00am – 6:00pm | $640 | $688 | |
| Week 2 | June 24 – 28 | 9:00am – 3:00pm | $625 | $685 |
| 8:00am – 6:00pm | $800 | $860 | |
| Week 3 | July 1 – 5** | 9:00am – 3:00pm | $500 | $548 |
| 8:00am – 6:00pm | $640 | $688 | |
| Week 4 | July 8 – 12 | 9:00am – 3:00pm | $625 | $685 |
| 8:00am – 6:00pm | $800 | $860 | |
| Week 5 | July 15 – 19 | 9:00am – 3:00pm | $625 | $685 |
| 8:00am – 6:00pm | $800 | $860 | |
| Week 6 | July 22 – 26 | 9:00am – 3:00pm | $625 | $685 |
| 8:00am – 6:00pm | $800 | $860 | |
| Week 7 | July 29 – August 2 | 9:00am – 3:00pm | $625 | $685 |
| 8:00am – 6:00pm | $800 | $860 | |
| Week 8 | August 5 – 9 | 9:00am – 3:00pm | $625 | $685 |
| 8:00am – 6:00pm | $800 | $860 | |
| Shalom | August 12 – 16 | 9:00am – 3:00pm | $625 | $685 |
| 8:00am – 6:00pm | $800 | $860 |
*No camp 6/19 (Juneteenth)
**No camp 7/4 (Independence Day)
Customize Your Camper’s Experience and Make Your Life Easier!
Make it Easy… Order a Nutritious Lunch
Save time every morning by signing up for our hot lunch program, which will include a variety of delicious meals for your child. Each day lunch is packaged and delivered directly to your child. Registration details will be provided in the parent packet, which will be distributed in May 2024.
