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SPRINGTIME FOR CHAVERIM AND KADIMA AT OHEV!
- January 31st -- Kadima & Chaverim Evening at Joseph! Pizza, tie-dye tee shirts, and a show! -- 5 p.m. (show at 6:00 p.m.) – Reduced rate of $18 payable to “Ohev Youth.” Register at school office by Wednesday, January 27.
- February 13th or 14th – Kadima: Ice Skating, President’s Weekend. Details to be announced.
- February 20th – Kadima & Chaverim at Ultrazone, 6:45 to 8:45 p.m., includes havdalah, dinner, laser tag and arcades. $20 per person. Bring a friend! RSVP by Wednesday, February 10.
- March 7th – Kadima & Chaverim: Tie Dye and Ice Cream at Ohev, 11:30 to 1, $10 per person. Bring a friend! RSVP by Wednesday, March 3.
- March 13th and 14th – Kadima Bi-Regional Overnight at the Philadelphia Zoo. Details to follow as they become available.
- April 11th – Kadima & Chaverim: Mini-Golf and Go Carts. Details to follow.
- May 2nd – Lag b’Omer Congregational “Field Day” During School
- May 16th – Youth Final Program at Briarwood Day Camp – late afternoon barbecue and sports. Details to follow.
For more information, contact Aaron Greengard. (See below for email and phone.)
Leadership
Aaron Greengard, Chaverim/Kadima Advisor – amg@umd.edu, (267) 939-5594
Barry Dratch and Marni Guba, Youth Commission Co-Chairs – bdratch@comcast.net, mguba@comcast.net
Rabbi Dan Aronson, Director of Congregational Learning – daronson@ohev.org, (215) 322-9597
Jackie Baver, Administrative Assistant – jbaver@ohev.org, (215) 322-9597 |
The youth groups at Ohev Shalom provide an opportunity to
socialize and experience life Jewishly. One of our main
goals is to provide a social atmosphere for the Jewish youth
in our area. Throughout the years, the youth groups of Ohev
Shalom have continued to grow and achieve recognition on a
regional level. Our youth activities are made possible
through the combined efforts of a program director,
advisors, students and parents. With the combined help of
everyone, we hope to provide many wonderful experiences for
Jewish young people.
The programs that we offer are grouped by school grade:
Our Youth Department is affiliated with the Department of Youth
Activities of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. Our
sister chapters on all levels
can
be found throughout the Delaware Valley, as well as across the
United States and Canada. The youth group presents numerous
opportunities for informal Jewish education. Many individuals
team best in an informal environment. Through discussions,
movies, guest speakers,
drama, cooking, arts and crafts. community service, and shared
Jewish experiences, many of our
young people
have been motivated to enhance and
increase their Jewish education, identity and involvement.
Our Youth
Department is affiliated with the Department of Youth activities
of United Synagogue of America. Our sister chapters on all
levels are to be found throughout the Delaware Valley as well as
across the United States and Canada. The youth group presents
numerous opportunities for informal Jewish education. Many
individuals team best in an informal environment Through the
mediums of discussion movies, guest speakers. drama, cooking,
arts and crafts. Community service, and shared Jewish
experiences many youths have been motivated toward increased
Jewish education identity and involvement.
The
Program Director can be
contacted at (215) 322-9595 x.15.
Register for a Youth Group
What is
an Ohev Shalom Youth Group?
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It is a distinctively Jewish group
composed exclusively of Jewish youth as its primary purpose is
to serve as a place where Jewish youth can meet.
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It is an organization / club that
regardless of its religious orientation, is dedicated to the
perpetuation of the Jewish people.
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It is a well organized group which is
supervised by qualified professionals who work together with
lay leadership and the parents of the members.
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It is a group which has well planned
ongoing activities that reflect the varied interests of the
membership.
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It is a group which reflects and adheres
to the standards, philosophy and objectives of its
local/national parent organization.
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It is dedicated to developing the
leadership potential of each member.
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It is a group that fosters comradeship
and encourages its members to work together for a common
purpose.
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It is a program that effectively
supplements the individual's Jewish education and develops
his/her understanding and appreciation for Jewish history,
traditions and the State of Israel.
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It is,
regardless of religious orientation, committed to the
endurance of the Jewish values of G'milut Chasadim -
acts of loving kindness - and Tzorchai Tzibur
-recognition of the individual's responsibility to the
community. -
It is the kind of program about which
parents and the community feel confident; will have a positive
influence on our young people; is molding the future leaders
of the Jewish community; and is helping to ensure the
continuity of our community and our heritage.
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Chaverim, 3rd and 4th
grades
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What |
Ohev Shalom’s Chaverim
group will hold one event each month. Their activities will be a
blend of social and holiday oriented events. These programs will
provide an atmosphere where friendships can grow. |
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Sample
Activities |
Amusement Park, Mystery Bus
Ride, Chanukah Party, Theater Trip. Arts and Crafts Day,
Chocolate Seder, Miniature Golf, Hayride, Shabbaton, Roller Skating, Ice Skating, Sesame Place, and
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Where |
Youth activities will be held
in, as well as out of the synagogue. We will have the
opportunity to meet children from other synagogues so we can
make new friends. |
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Advisor |
Jennifer Fine
email: jhf324@temple.edu |
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Kadima, 5th through 7th
grades
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What |
Our Kadima group has been
one of the Delaware Valley Region’s selection as the “Chapter of
the Year” for many years. We are very proud of this fact as well
as our growing numbers. Kadima members participate in two events
per month. We are very active in the Chapter as well as in the
Regional activities, so we can have the benefit of meeting other
fifth, sixth, and seventh graders. The schedule is very exciting
and includes social activities, sports, holiday celebrations,
arts and crafts, in addition to a Regional Shabbat experience.
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Sample
Activities |
Rafting down the Delaware, Sukkot Luncheon, Regional Shabbaton,
Mystery Bus Ride, Theater Day, Chanukah Show and Dinner, Ice
Skating, Disney on Ice, Game Night, Regional joint events with
other Kadima Chapters, Regional closing trip, Chapter closing
trip to an amusement park. |
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Where |
While many of our events will be
held in the synagogue, we will also be traveling to many
places where “fun” can be found. Some of our chapter events,
as well as Regional events, will be held in other
synagogues. It is a real plus for our children to make
connections with children across the Delaware Valley.
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Advisor |
Jennifer Fine
email: jhf324@temple.edu |
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USY,
8th through 12th grades
Visit Ohev's USY
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What |
Ohev Shalom’s USY chapter
received numerous awards this year. We were recognized in
the Delaware Valley region as the “larhest chapter” and
“chapter of the year.” Our membership will continue to grow
due to the great year we have planned. USY offers members
the chance to further explore their Jewish identity through
social, cultural, educational, and social action
programming. Our youth lounge provides us with a place to
call a second home! |
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Sample
Activities |
Rafting down the Delaware,
Kickoff Dance, Leadership training Institute Weekend, Turkey
Trot Dance, New Member Breakfast, Fall Convention, monthly
visits to Ashton Terrace Nursing Home, International
Convention, Mystery Bus Ride, Social Action Programs,
Hayride, Four Chapter Joint Shabbaton, Sleepovers, Spring Convention,
Regressive Dinner, closing trip down the shore, and Oneg Shabbat
Services.
Board meetings, general
meetings, and guest speakers will be scheduled throughout the
year, plus many more exciting activities still to be announced. |
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Advisor |
TBD |
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