After a breezy sunny day of great sports and activity, all sections of camp joined in the gym for our annual concert. Shlomo Simcha sang along with Bensimon’s lively music. The interactive concert had campers and staff, singing, dancing and enjoying the incredible atmosphere!
Mazel tov upon his Avraham Makhlin from Los Angeles CA upon his Bar Mitzvah celebrated today in camp with his parents and friends. Lots of Nachas to the entire family.
We enjoyed another uplifting Shabbos, with lots excitement throughout all the Seudos- stories, niggunim, camp songs etc. Seder niggunim was also quite special as each section of camp mastered a new niggun – patiently and meticulously taught to them by a group of learning teachers.
Motzei Shabbos came in with lots of action including a special waffle/ice cream event for all grade 6 campers that partook in the Mivtza throughout the week. Section C campers were all treated to a special late night, for each bunk, including French fries parties, Slurpee trips and more.
Sunday morning, the staff were treated to a lavish breakfast of lox-cream cheese-bagels, pastries, omelets, variety of coffees and yogurts. Great appreciation was shared for their amazing tireless work.
After much anticipation and preparation, the trip to the Rebbe was an extraordinary experience for all. The entire camp walked through the Rebbe’s Ohel, with Panim, and then headed to 770 for Mincha and a brief rally. Campers and staff returned to camp inspired with an increased feeling of connection. It was an uplifting trip for all.
Rabbi Meir Rodal, Mashpiah in Oholei Torah and Chovivei Torah, farbrenged with every section of camp following the special visit to the Rebbe. Campers, Section C Bochurim, and then staff were each addressed accordingly, climaxing an already moving day.
The one bus of Section C boys that did not make it (due to bus issues) are off this morning for their special trip to the Rebbe. They left bright and early considering traffic etc.
CGI is honored to welcome Rabbi Shimmy Weinbaum to share inspiration with campers and staff alike throughout Shabbos. Looking forward to another amazing Shabbos here in the Rebbe’s camp!
Another amazing day of sports and activities was enjoyed by campers of all sections BH. Be sure to view the pictures to see your son in action!
Last night, following a delicious schnitzel dinner, campers were treated to another in house entertainer. The mentalist had everyone at the edge of his seat, trying to figure out just “how did he do it”!
Section C had a glamorous event, prepared for them by their amazing staff. A barbecue was royally displayed on one of our basketball courts, and the campers were treated to a lavish menu, with an incredible program.
After a week of Hachonas, the entire CGI family is heading to the Rebbe in honor of Chof Av. The stops will include both 770 and the Ohel, with a fresh pizza lunch midway. Wonderful hachlotas were taken in honor of this auspicious day, which will be shared with the Rebbe iyh.
The hardworking staff were treated to an incredible, lavish, appreciation event. The menu of baguettes, pastrami, schnitzel, corn beef and more- were royally displayed by the head staff. Staff were shown the appreciation they well deserved – with an evening enjoyed by all. Each staff member was gifted with a sleek CGI wallet- to top off the evening.
After a major been hunt two nights ago, campers from grades 4,5,6 were given a chance to bid at the grand auction last night, acquiring great prizes for their bunks.
Section C Is getting ready for their special event taking place tonight iyh.
Mazel tov to Isaac Mintz from Redondo Beach, California upon his Hanochas Tefillin celebrated here in camp today with his friends and parents. Lots of Nachas to the Mintz family.