Last night, after an amazing sunny day of sports, water activities, and lots of learning, the shul was literally shaking from the enthusiasm and spirit! When our CGI family and Eli Marcus and Fitche Bensimon get together it is an event not to be missed. The talented singer took the long trip up to camp along with Musician Fitche Bensimon; and their combined talent had every camper on his feet. The concert was a combination of the famous Marcus songs, camp songs and of course niggunim, accompanied by amazing backdrop videos. Every camper was treated to popcorn and a cold water bottle to keep them going for the duration of the show. Stay tuned for lots of pictures.
After the younger sections were dismissed from the shul, section C remained behind as Eli shocked them with his break out of BUNK WAR! Section C is now in a zone of their own, as campers were divided into teams, given names and themes! We look forward to a two day war of unity and chayos; bringing out the amazing talent these young bochurim posses.
Early this morning bunks Zayin and Yud Tes headed out to go-karting as reward for wining shabbos competition. Congratulations to all our winners.
Mazel Tov to Mendel Shusterman upon his Bar Mitzvah; celebrated here in camp with family and friends. Mazel tov to Moshe Zwiebel and Avremel Labkowski, upon their hanochas tefillin which took place in camp. camp Simchas are always special!
Once again, we are happy to share the list of campers that were recognized as being the best in learning classes for the week. For the benefit of campers that joined us for second month we will explain the graph; the second column are campers that were best in the class for the week, and the third column are those that progressed and put in that extra effort. Lots of Nachas!
Along the same line, we are pleased to share our good news of the day: every camper in sections A, B and B+ attended cocoa club this morning!
| Shiur | תלמיד השבוע | חייל השבוע |
| Rabbi Amzallag | Leibel Slavin | Shmuel Nelken |
| Rabbi Polter | Mendel Sollish | Shmuli Cunin |
| Rabbi Yanky Gurkow | Nochum Gurevitch | Sholom Lieberman |
| Rabbi Chaim | Yisrolik Plotkin | Zevi Lipskier |
| Rabbi Friedman | Mendy Traurig | Zalman Lew |
| Rabbi Krinsky | Chaim Yosef Cohen | Mendel Wolvovsky |
| Rabbi Schwey | Mendel Herbstman | Mendel Laufer |
| Rabbi Cohen | Mendel Beitsch | Yisrael Yiftach |
| Rabbi Geisinsky | Zalman Gansbourg | Mendel Mockin |
| Rabbi Moshe Gurary | Levi Pape | Moshe Katz |
| Rabbi Shmuel Gurary | Shmuel Nechemya Mockin | Moshe Nelken |
| Rabbi Mendel Gurkow | Yaakov Sasson | Mendel Mendelow |
| Rabbi Lavner | Gershon Jacobson | Shmuli Rubashkin |
| Rabbi Marasow | Tzemach Tenebaum | Motti Yarmak |
| Rabbi Tiechtel | Yaakov Lerner | Ruvi Dunin |
| Rabbi Greenbaum | Nosson Oster | Elimelech Greenbaum |
| Rabbi Kremer | Sholom Ber Abrahams | Mendel Oster |
| Rabbi Mendel Gurary | Mendel Teichman | Matisyahu Gershovitz |
| Rabbi Korf | Tzvi Bronstein | Shmuli Schonbuch |
| Rabbi Nemanow | Levi Lieberman | Yisrael Schapiro |
| Rabbi Swued | Yaakov Yarmush | Mendel Bryski |
| Rabbi Vogel | Mendel Pels | Shimi Teninbaum |
| Rabbi Katzman | Nochum Plotkin | Shneur Zalman Gozenpud |
| Rabbi Oster | Tzvi Spielman | Nosson Sollish |
| Rabbi Schapiro | Mendy Brod | Schneur Uzan |
| Rabbi Chaikin | Zalmy Greenbaum | Dovid Lew |
| Rabbi Gerlitzky | Mendel Volovick | Mendel Lovitch |
Campers were quite surprised to receive a personalized, labeled, headset as they headed out to of the dining room from supper last night. Under a clear, starry sky, the excitement was tangible, the atmosphere magical, as every staff member was involved in this incredible production. Campers were both calm and excited as they watched the professional act portraying the importance of true Ahavas Yisroel. It was exciting to watch their counselors, teachers, general staff, and head staff, show their talent on stage. Of course there was lots of comedy and intensity throughout the play. The sound, lighting, costumes and details were all perfect. Much thanks to the amazing staff and head staff for making this happen.
Following the play, after every camper was back in his bunk, the rain came pouring! The hard working staff enjoyed a “Pizza event” including poutine and all the trimmings; prepared for them by the kitchen and head staff! Another great event!
This morning, section C woke up to a special gourmet breakfast, prepared for them by their staff. The campers were shocked as they walked into their dining room and were treated to absolute royalty. A special program was enjoyed while the breakfast was served.
Have a good Shabbos!
Campers have been running around collecting signatures to be nominated for the position of their choice. Once signatures were collected; our finalists had to debate for their positions, in our intense night activity last night. This morning, positions have been reversed, as many campers can be seen walking around with our ever popular “Radios”, as they hold key staff positions in camp. A day that is always enjoyed by all, as campers have a chance to enjoy privileges they don’t usually get.
In the meantime, our devoted staff members were working last night, in preparation for what promises to be an incredible outdoor staff play; taking place tonight on the CGI kick ball field. Stages are being set, props are being built, costumes, sewn, as the excitement rises for this amazing production.
Section C had over 90 Hatomim winners enjoy a special activity last night, of “make your own pizza”. In honor of the 9-days the campers enjoyed playing chef with this great dairy event.
Mazel tov to the Kaplan and Kuravsky families and upon the bar Mitzvahs of their sons; celebrated here in camp with family and friends. CGI wishes both families a huge mazel and lots of Nachas. Only simchas.
Have a nice day!
Last night, campers, counselors and all staff filled the shul with excitement for the Section C grand play. Section C staff and campers united in performing a professional play full of Toichen. Enjoyed by all!
Today, each department of camp will have a chance to enjoy a special activity of drum circle; brought down all the way from Montreal. The sounds and fun involved are quite incredible! An activity being enjoyed by campers of all ages. Pictures to follow.
Mazel Tov to Sholom Deitsch and Yisroel Gurkow upon their Bar Mitzvahs – celebrated here in camp with family and friends. Mazel Tov and lots of nachas to both families.