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...
Skills Beyond Summer

Skills Beyond Summer

by Jordanna Flores, Long-Time Camp Director & Friend of Kalsman When I’m driving or just brushing my teeth, I have imaginary conversations with people—people I know, people I have never met. Yes, I know this is a product of my anxiety. (See what I did there? I...
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

Tips for a Successful 1st Summer We are so excited to welcome your camper “home” to Camp Kalsman for their first summer at camp! Camp Kalsman is a warm, inclusive place full of new friendships, growth opportunities, and inspiring, creative Jewish moments....