The Kesher Program at Camp Ramah in the Poconos will have a 5-day Shabbaton overnight camping trip for Deaf adults and families (with children ages 3-9). The Kesher Havruta (“Community Connection”) event will take place on July 23-27, 2003. There will be recreational, educational, and evening programming. Israeli Sign Language and Hebrew will be taught as well as Israeli dance, drama, arts and crafts, sports, nature, and swimming programs, all while fostering lifetime friendships and celebrating Shabbat at the beautiful Camp Ramah in the Poconos lakeside setting. For educational and programming purposes, children are divided according to their age for activities. Deaf adults and parents of Deaf children will have the opportunity to share personal experiences with regard to Deaf issues and the Jewish community. Participants will celebrate Shabbat within the caring, nuturing environment of Camp Ramah in the Poconos. Scholarships are available. Camp Ramah is also looking for ASL fluent staff who are knowledgeable about Jewish culture, history, and liturgy. A program coordinator, two educators, two educational assistants, a recreational leader, an ASL interpreter coordinator, and four ASL interpreters are needed. If you qualify and love summer camp, they encourage you to apply.

For more information, contact: Maria C. Berkowitz, Kesher Programs Director, Camp Ramah in the Poconos [email protected], 215-885-2637 TTY, 215885-8556 Voice.