We are excited to bring a taste of the Ramah magic into your home this summer with “Boker Tov, Ramah!” virtual programming.

If you would like to receive Zoom links for the sessions, please register for “Boker Tov, Ramah!”

WEEK 5: July 27-31

8:45 Tefillot – Sarah Backer/Simone Nachman/Shira Kalet
Stat each morning with movement, prayer, and singing.
9:00 Havdalah and Shirah – Amichai Margolis
Shavua Tov! Welcome in the week with Havdalah and camp wide shirah (singing) with Amichai the Music Guy.
9:30 Rikudei Am – Judy “Rikudi” Kane
We love all kinds of dancing at Machane Ramah! Join longtime Rosh Rikud, Judy “Rikudi” Kane, for Israeli dancing.
10:00 Gym – Facilitated by Ramah Sports Academy
Coaches from Ramah Sports Academy will lead us in a fitness workout. The theme of this week’s workout will be Hedva – experiencing the joy that comes from moving out bodies and playing sports. Please bring a ball suitable for indoor use to this activity.
11:00 Drama – Jamie Mittleman
Join Jamie Mittleman for fun drama games that will explore your uniqueness and creativity. This week we will be having an improv extravaganza! Please make sure to bring a few pieces of paper and some markers.
8:45 Tefillot – Sarah Backer/Simone Nachman/Shira Kalet
Stat each morning with movement, prayer, and singing.
9:00 Yoga – Joy Langer
Roll out your yoga mats (or blankets) and take off your socks and shoes for a fun yoga practice where you will learn new poses to keep you strong and flexible. We will learn how to control your breath to keep you calm and focuses.
10:00 Sha’ar – Donna Rudolph/Matanel Mann/Hila Marad
You are invited on an Ivrit (Hebrew) adventure around Israel with Donna, Hila and Matanel. This week we will travel to many towns, cities, and neighborhoods in Israel to meet some surprise guests and learn about their hometowns.
11:00 Bishul – Naomi Saposh
Cooking has never been more fun and delicious. This week we will make Shakshuka with flaky Biscuits!
8:45 Tefillot – Sarah Backer/Simone Nachman/Shira Kalet
Start each morning with movement, prayer and singing.
9:00 Field Trip to Israel – Hila Marad
Join Hila for an adventure in nature as she explores the beaches and trails of central Israel.
10:00 Omanut – Naamah Imir
This week we will make Fire Breathing Dragons – to add some fiery excitement to any room in your house!
11:00 Games – Aliza Sebert
Come one, come all to Mischakim (games) with Aliza! Every week we will play different games and activities, including this week’s special game of Jeopardy

YOM KEHILLA (COMMUNITY) – TISHA B’AV 

This week’s Yom Meyuchad, a special themed day, coincides with the observance of Tisha B’Av. This week we are exploring Tisha B’Av through the lens of community and communication

8:45 Tefillot – Sarah Backer/Simone Nachman/Shira Kalet
Start each morning with movement, prayer and singing.
9:00 What is Tisha B’Av Anyway?
Come and hear about the connection between Tisha B’Av and Jerusalem. Then, get ready to make your very own model of…you’ll need to join us to find out! You will need any kind of building set, such as Lego, Magnatiles, Knex, building blocks or recyclables with which to build.
10:00 Who’s in your Zoom?
Have you ever thought about how we communicate and how we speak to one another? You are going to design your own Zoom gallery and play some communication games, Zoom style. Please have markers, crayons, pencils, and a print out of this template for this activity.
11:00 What Happened to the Gesher?
Get ready to watch a funny skit about camp and look out for our special guest star who will make an appearance in the play. There will also be a few more familiar faces from around camp!
8:45 Tefillot – Sarah Backer/Simone Nachman/Shira Kalet
Start each morning with movement, prayer and singing.
9:00 Sketching – Jen Kostman
Join Ramah Alum and published picture book illustrator, Jen Kostman, for sketching! We will introduce basic drawing techniques which should be a good warm up for the amazing artwork that we will be creating throughout the summer. You will need a sharpened pencil, eraser and paper.
10:00 Bim Bam Shabbat – Amichai Margolis and Rabbi Ami Hersh
We are excited to host Bim Bam PJ Shabbat for young families with The Leffell School. Welcome Shabbat with singing, stories, and fun!
11:00 Shishi al haMigrash
Join us on our migrash as we welcome in Shabbat with ruach and rikud.

Questions? Please email jesse@ramahnyack.org