Restorative Community

Restorative Community

Restorative Community At Camp Kalsman, we strive to create an environment where every camper and staff can be their true and best selves. Even in our sacred community, mistakes and conflicts occur and everyone has the ability to grow and learn. Kalsman is taking steps...
A Lifetime of Kalsman

A Lifetime of Kalsman

by Rabbi Ilana Mills, Camp Director     The number eighteen, and the numerical value of it’s corresponding hebrew letters (chai) is the symbol for life in Judaism. The eighteen Kalsman summers, so far, represent a lifetime and the deep, meaningful impact on...
A Visit from Hanoch Piven

A Visit from Hanoch Piven

By Jackie Silver, Development Manager This week we welcomed Hanoch Piven, an Israeli artist who creates collage portraits with found objects. Campers, staff, and faculty had the opportunity to learn from Hanoch and construct their own self portrait from a wide...
Endings and Beginnings

Endings and Beginnings

by Zoey Natkin, Social Media Intern Havdalah is a beautiful and bittersweet end to Shabbat. It marks the end of a previous, fun filled week, but also the start of the week to come. As first session comes to a close, the  same feelings of ending and beginning develop...
Tips for a Successful Summer

Tips for a Successful Summer

Preparing for Summer We are so excited to welcome your camper “home” to URJ Camp Kalsman! Kalsman is a warm, inclusive place full of new friendships, growth opportunities, and inspiring, creative Jewish moments.  We also know that the significant time away...