A world of summer fun at the JCC of Stamford for kids as young as 20 months all the way through 10th grade, enhanced by experiences that impart the
Jewish values of kindness, respect, compassion and community.
June 22 - August 14, 2015
Welcome to O-la-mi עו-ל-מי “My World”
My name is Emily and I am so excited to be a part of O-la-mi this summer! I come from an extensive background in the camping world and am thrilled to be a part of the Stamford JCC family.
Our summer at O-la-mi is sure to get our campers pumped up for each day, especially with some new programs that include late stays and overnights. O-la-mi is an environment that is enhanced by the Jewish values of kindness, respect, compassion, and community.
Part of this fantastic community is our staff. These talented counselors and instructors are dedicated to creating a fantastic, engaging and creative summer for your children. We can’t wait for summer 2015!
All my best,
Emily Eisen Director, O-la-mi
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K’tanim page 2
Chaverim page 3
Bonim page 4
Tzofim page 4
Na’arim page 5
CIT page 9
Cirque du O-la-mi page 10
What-A-Production! page 11
Trifecta Hoops page 12
Bobby V’s Baseball page 12
Hand in Hand page 13
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O-la-mi Summer 2015 Table of Contents
Monday, FIRST DAY June 22 OF O-LA-MI!
Thursday, What A Production! July 16 Performance
Thursday, Cirque du O-la-mi July 30 Performance
Friday, O-LA-MI August 7 Family Shabbat!
Friday, Last day of August 14 O-la-mi 2015 (get the tissues ready)
2015 Important O-la-mi Dates Mark your calendars!
We warmly welcome children of all faiths, ethnicities, abilities and backgrounds to spend their summers with us!
Our VisionO-la-mi is an exceptional summer experience infused with Jewish values and spirit, imparting our children with a sense of fulfillment and excitement, while leading them on a path toward an active, social, and healthy future.
Our MissionO-la-mi, the Stamford JCC’s summer program, is a safe, fun, nurturing and welcoming Jewish experience in an inclusive setting that creates lasting memories, and encourages children to develop meaningful skills and friendships.
A Typical Day at K’Tanim:
O-la-mi Early Childhood Program K’tanim קטניםK’tanim is the perfect place for toddlers to get a taste of O-la-mi in the summer! This unique separation program is run by some of our most experienced early childhood staff, and is the first step in joining our O-la-mi family. Exciting and developmentally appropriate activities are offered such as water play, music, art, and much more!
K’Tanim “Little Ones”Ages 20 months - 3 years (children do not need to be toilet trained)
A taste of O-la-mi for toddlers, this program takes place at the Sara Walker Nursery School at Temple SinaiEight 1-Week sessions: June 22 – August 14Choose your schedule: Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday Plus: Add a Friday to either scheduleAges 20 mos. – 2 1/2 years, 9:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Ages 2 1/2 – 3 years, 9:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
2015 K’tanim Theme Calendar
JULY 31 K’Tanim GardenJULY 27 & JULY 28 Decorate Flower Pots
JULY 29 & JULY 30 Plant Flowers
JULY 24 Parachute Fun
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
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JUNE 29 & JUNE 30 Red, White & Blue Handprints
JULY 1 & JULY 2 Red, White & Blue Collage JULY 3 Bubbles, Bubbles, Everywhere
JULY 6 & JULY 7 Decorate Photo Frames
JULY 8 & JULY 9 Me & My Family
JULY 10 Coloring with Chalk
JUNE 22 & JUNE 23 Butterflies & Bugs Galore
JUNE 24 & JUNE 25 Finger Painting Fun
JUNE 26 Creepy Crawly Caterpillars
JULY 13 & JULY 14 Farm Animals
JULY 16 & JULY 17 Painting with Dinosaurs
JULY 18 Finger Paint
JULY 20 & JULY 21 K’tanim at the Beach
JULY 22 & JULY 23 Smiling Sunshines
AUGUST 3 & AUGUST 4 Nature Walk
AUGUST 5 & AUGUST 6 Painting with Leaves
AUGUST 7 Dot Painting
AUGUST 10 & AUGUST 11 Teddy Bear! Teddy Bear! Where are you?
AUGUST 12 & AUGUST 13 Dance Party with Musical Instruments
AUGUST 14 Googly Stickers & Teddy Bear Picnic
Galit Roloff Director, K’Tanim
9:15 a.m. Arrival
9:30 a.m. Circle Time
9:45 a.m. Outdoors/KidZone
10:15 a.m. Snack
11 a.m. Art
11:30 p.m. Lunch & Free Play
12:15 – Dismissal 1:15 p.m.
Gesher “Bridge”Ages 3 - 5 (entering Kindergarten)
The perfect bridge between pre school and summer.Two 1-Week sessions: June 8 – June 19Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Chaverim “Friends” Ages 3 - 4 (children must be toilet trained)
Your child’s first chance to experience the energy and enthusiasm of O-la-mi at the JCCEight 1-Week sessions: June 22 – August 14Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Extended day available from 7:30 - 9 a.m. and 1 – 4 p.m.
9 a.m. Arrival
9:20 a.m. Mifkad (Flagpole)
9:30 a.m. Instructional Swim
10:30 a.m. Activity 1
11:25 a.m. Activity 2
12:15 p.m. Lunch & Ruach!
1 p.m. Dismissal OR Extended Stay - Rest time
2 p.m. Daily Themed Activities
3:50 p.m. Flag Lowering and Dismissal
A Typical Day at Chaverim:
Chaverim activities include: Arts and crafts, Shabbat program, story time, sports, playground time, special guest entertainers, music, daily swim lessons and much more!
“Love the music, caring counselors, community service and the emissaries!” - 2014 Parent
O-la-mi Preschool Programs Gesher גשר • Chaverim חבריםAll of the preschool programs at O-la-mi feature age-appropriate activities designed to create an environment of fun and exploration. Led by our most experienced staff members and with the lowest ratio of children to adults at O-la-mi, our preschool programs are sure to make your little ones smile.
O-la-mi Grades K–5 Programs Bonim בונים • Tzofim צופיםThe school-age divisions of O-la-mi provide valuable summer experiences to children with all kinds of interests. Participants get the best of two worlds. In the morning they get a fun-filled schedule, complete with specialties including art, sports, instructional swim, dance, and more. In the afternoon, children choose from specialized weekly elective options to create a schedule they will love. Add free swim, exciting field trips, thrilling entertainers, weekly JCC Maccabi Color War and ArtsFest Challenges, and O-la-mi can’t be beat!
Bonim “Builders”Kindergarten – Grade 2
Full days at the JCC are a blast for young elementary schoolers, as they have fun with friends while being exposed to a wide range of experiences Eight 1-Week sessions: June 22 – August 14Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Extended day available from 7:30 - 9 a.m. and 4 – 6 p.m.
Tzofim“Scouts”Grades 3 – 5
At O-la-mi, Tzofim means bigger adventures, bigger electives, and even more challenging experiencesEight 1-Week sessions: June 22 – August 14Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Extended day available from 7:30 - 9 a.m. and 4 – 6 p.m.
9 a.m. Arrival
9:20 a.m. Mifkad (Flagpole)
9:30 a.m. Activity 1
10:20 a.m. Instructional Swim
11:20 a.m. Activity 2 & Snack
12:15 p.m. Lunch & Ruach!
1:10 p.m. Elective 1
2:05 p.m. Free Swim
3 p.m. Elective 2 & Snack
3:50 p.m. Flag Lowering and Dismissal
Bonim and Tzofim activities and electives include: Instructional and free swim, art, sports, Israeli connections, Color War, Ruach, Shabbat program, and much more!
A Typical Day at Bonim & Tzofim:
Breakfast Club and Late Stay options are available! Morning hours from 7:30 – 9 a.m. includes breakfast.
Afternoon hours from 4 – 6 p.m. includes snack.
O-la-mi Grades 6–8 Na’arim נערים Play hard. Give back.
Na’arim is a program designed specifically for middle schoolers. We know that sixth, seventh, and eighth graders want to do something that matters, but they also want to have fun, so we created a program that does both. As part of Na’arim, middle schoolers will participate in a different community service project each week. They’ll be able to help others in various settings, including the local food bank, senior homes, and right here at the JCC! These teens will also get to participate in all the summer fun of O-la-mi, like free swim, dance, sports, and so much more. Na’Arim also offers two 2-night overnights off site in addition to the biggest, most awesome weekly field trips!”
Na’arim “Youth” Grades 6 - 8
Middle schoolers go big at O-la-mi. Na’arim features community service projects, overnights, and amazing weekly field tripsEight 1-Week sessions: June 22 – August 14Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Extended day available from 7:30 - 9 a.m. and 4 – 6 p.m.
9 a.m. Arrival
9:20 a.m. Mifkad (Flagpole)
9:30 a.m. Activity 1
10:15 a.m. Activity 2 & Snack
11:10 a.m. Activity 3
12:15 p.m. Lunch & Ruach!
1:10 p.m. Elective 1 & Snack
2:05 p.m. Elective 2
3 p.m. Free Swim or Team Activity
3:50 p.m. Flag Lowering and Dismissal
Na’arim activities include: Community service field trips,community service projects,O-la-mi leadership projects,sports, swimming, art, Israeli connections, Color War, Ruach, Shabbat program.
Afternoon electives may include: Archery, tennis, cooking, mosaics, painting, sculpture, baseball soccer, rugby, lacrosse, cupcake wars and way more!!
A Typical Day at Na’arim:
2015 O-la-mi Theme Calendar Chaverim, Bonim, Tzofim & Na’arim
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAYJUNE 22 First day of O-la-mi! JUNE 23 Mix & Match Day JUNE 24 Trip Day JUNE 25 JUNE 26 JCC Maccabi
ArtsFest®
JUNE 29 JUNE 30 Red, White & Blue Day
JULY 1 Entertainer JULY 2 JULY 3 JCC Maccabi Color War
JULY 6 JULY 7 Crazy Hair & Jersey Day
JULY 8 Trip Day JULY 9 JULY 10 JCC Maccabi ArtsFest®
What-A-Production!
JULY 13 Photo Day JULY 14 Costume Day JULY 15 Entertainer JULY 16 What a Production! Performance
JULY 17 JCC Maccabi Color War
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JULY 20 JULY 21 Pajama Day JULY 22 Trip Day JULY 23
JULY 24 JCC Maccabi ArtsFest®
What-A-Production!
JULY 27 JULY 28 Group Choice Day JULY 29 Entertainer JULY 30
JULY 31 Circus Performance & JCC Maccabi Color War
AUGUST 3 AUGUST 4 80’s Decade Day AUGUST 5 Trip Day AUGUST 6 Israel Day
AUGUST 7 JCC Maccabi ArtsFest® and Family Shabbat
AUGUST 10 AUGUST 11 Day Backwards AUGUST 12 Entertainer AUGUST 13 JCC Maccabi Color War
AUGUST 14 JCC Maccabi Color War
Cirque du O-la-mi
Trifecta Hoops Camp
What-A-Production!
Cirque du O-la-mi
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Bonim Late Stay 7 p.m.K’Tanim & Chaverim
Ice Cream Social
Tzofim Overnight
Bobby Valentine’s Camp
Na’arim - Club Getaway!
Na’arim - Camp Laurelwood
Host Families Needed!Each year we’re proud to work with the Jewish Agency for Israel and their Summer Shlichim Program to enthusiastically welcome shlichim (Israeli emissaries) to O-la-mi and our community. Over the course of the summer, our shlichim bring the culture and energy of Israel into our lives in fun and engaging ways, and these young adults can do the same in your home! Being a host family is an opportunity to broaden your family’s understanding of Israel and the world, and it is a wonderful and fulfilling experience for you and your children.
If you would like the opportunity to host one of these amazing young Israelis, please contact Emily Eisen at 203-487-0973 or [email protected].
“An unparalleled cultural experience
which has forever formed
a connection for our
family, and specifically
our children, with the land
and people of Israel.
We are grateful to
have been afforded the
opportunity to make and
to share memories with
Or and Pazzi that will
last forever.” - Randi and Craig Price
“It was really really really
really times-ten fun!”
- Ruthie Price
Harrison Peck Assistant Director, O-la-mi
Senior Camp Coordinator: Tzofim, Na’arim, CIT’s
Hello, I’m Harrsion! I am approaching my 10th summer
at Jewish camps and love nothing more than working
with kids and getting on their level in a fun summer
environment. After all, I’m a big kid
at heart! My favorite part of O-la-mi
is song session and dancing after lunch,
as well as taking part in the
birkat hamazon, or the
blessing giving thanks after
a meal. One of the best parts
of being part of O-la-mi is reuniting
with old friends, and making new
ones that will last a lifetime!
Daniel Servelli Director, Aquatics
Hey, I’m Daniel, the Aquatics Director
at the JCC and O-la-mi! My favorite part
of O-la-mi is watching the kids grow
from a developmental standpoint
during instructional swim.
I have worked for several years
in aquatics, and a summer at
O-la-mi means a lot to me,
including making sure that
every child has a pleasant
and safe experience in
the pool.
Dinushka De Silva Director, Hand in HandHi! My name is Dinushka De Silva and I am the Hand in Hand Director and Inclusion Coordinator for the JCC of Stamford and O-la-mi. As a member of our summer staff, I help create appropriate accommodations for various childrens’ needs and provide behavioral support for staff. My favorite time at O-la-mi is JCC Maccabi Color War, where we are able to score points for our blue, green, red, or yellow teams. It allows children of all ages, backgrounds, needs and abilities to come together to learn how to be a part of a community while having fun, building positive peer relationships, and creating long-lasting happy memories.
Meet the O-la-mi Staff!
Or Berger Israeli Shaliach
Shalom! I am very excited to be working at O-la-mi
this summer, it will be fantastic! I have always
enjoyed summer, and spent the
past two summers at Camp Ramah.
My favorite times are when I really
connect with the kids and my fellow
staff by getting to know them on
an individual level. The most
important part of summer
camp is the connections
we make as a community.
It’s a privilege to be
doing what I love best!
Emily Eisen Director, O-la-mi
I am so excited for summer 2015 because
I know it is going to be a fun-filled, exciting,
meaningful summer. The most important
parts of summer are the friendships
that are made, the confidence that is
instilled, and the sense of belonging
to one of your favorite places on earth.
I hope that O-la-mi Summer 2015
makes a positive impact in each
child’s life and look forward
to the opportunities that we will provide here at
the JCC of Stamford!”
Mo Concepcion Director, Sports & Recreation
Hi, welcome to O-la-mi! This summer will be my 10th
summer working at a JCC summer program. My passion
is to help kids learn and achieve their athletic goals
and aspirations. Our Sports & Recreation staff
work hard to make every day special and fun!
I love seeing all of the kids participating in
activities, especially our JCC Maccabi Color
War! I enjoy inspiring kids at O-la-mi to build
self-confidence and live healthy lives through
physical activity.
Galit Roloff Director, K’tanimHi, I’m Galit! I love working with children throughout the year, especially with K’tanim at O-la-mi! My favorite part of O-la-mi is watching the children interact, laugh, and smile with each other and their counselors. I am fascinated by how quickly the children grow and develop skills during the summer. Looking forward to this year at O-la-mi!
Brandon Yarborough Program Director, O-la-mi
Junior Camp Coordinator: Chavarim, Bonim
As I step into a new supervisory role, I am excited
to lead by example and help make the
culture of O-la-mi memorable and
great for both staff and children alike.
My favorite part about O-la-mi is
seeing the children grow and develop
year after year, as well as getting to
have fun as a major part of my job!
O-la-mi is an integral part to so
many lives in our community,
and I’m happy to be a part
of it again in 2015!
CIT Program Grades 9 - 10 (must be JCC family or teen Member)
Two 4-week sessions: June 22 – July 17, July 20 – August 14 Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.*
O-la-mi’s Counselor-In-Training Program is open to teens who want to use the experience of working with children to develop the skills and discipline needed to be a capable leader. During their time at O-la-mi the Assistant Director and Israeli Shaliach will train and advise each CIT through daily team-building and leadership activities.
9 a.m. Arrival
9:20 a.m. Mifkad (Flagpole)
9:30 a.m. Activity 1
10:20 a.m. Instructional Swim
11:10 a.m. Activity 2 & Snack
12:15 p.m. Lunch & Ruach!
1:10 p.m. Elective 1
2:05 p.m. Free Swim
3 p.m. Elective 2 & Snack
3:50 p.m. Flag Lowering and Dismissal
Each CIT will be provided with useful tools and skills that will help them:Form important connections with children, handle tricky situations, think outside the box, function in an emergency.
A Typical Day for CIT’s & Staff:
CIT Retreat:CITs will have the opportunity to bond and create lasting memories during an overnight CIT retreat at Club Getaway in Kent, CT, as well as an off-site day trip. Cabins and kosher meals will be provided. Participants will challenge themselves on a ropes course, hike through the woods, and hang out on the lake!
Upon successful completion of the program, CITs will receive an honorarium for each four-week session. Space is limited. All potential participants are required to be interviewed and selected for participation.
*CITs will meet from 8 to 9 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday for training and team-building activities.
Join the O-la-mi StaffFor those 16 and over…
Be a hero to kids this summer! As a staff member at O-la-mi, you will be a leader, a role model, learn from others, form lasting memories, and most importantly, make a difference in the lives of many children.
A job at O-la-mi provides unparalleled growth experiences. Staff members are dedicated, excited, and here to have a good time! Working at O-la-mi will provide skills and experiences that make an impact on a resume and can be applied to any future ambitions!
If you are responsible, enthusiastic, and love to have fun with children, please contact Emily Eisen, Director of O-la-mi, at 203-487-0973 or eeisen@stamford jcc.org to schedule an interview.
Activities include:Juggling, tight wire, clowning, acrobatics, plate spinning, aerial silks, trapeze and more!
A Typical Day at Cirque du O-la-mi:
Cirque du O-la-mi Grades 3 - 8
One 2-Week session: July 20 – July 31 Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Extended day available from 7:30 - 9 a.m. and 4 – 6 p.m.
Come one, come all and join the Cirque du O-la-mi! We welcome the experts from Westchester Circus Arts for instruction in all things circus! This program will take all of the skill, teamwork, and athleticism of sports and combine them with creativity to form an experience both empowering and fun. The program will conclude with a full performance for friends and family.
9 a.m. Open practice with props and juggling equipment
9:15 a.m. Fun, energizing group warm-up
9:45 a.m. Acro-balancing & tumbling
10:30 a.m. Snack
10:45 a.m. Circus Skill Stations 1
11:30 p.m. Circus Skill Stations 2
12:15 p.m. Lunch & Ruach!
1 p.m. Games or crafts
1:15 p.m. Circus Skill Stations 3
2 p.m. Juggling Workshop
2:45 p.m. Clowning Workshop
3:30 p.m. Show and Tell (demonstrate a new skill or accomplishment)
3:50 p.m. DismissalSilks, tumbling, juggling and laughter!
Learn new skills, make new friends
and build your confidence
by performing for an audience.
What an incredible experience
for girls and boys! -Jenn Corbin
What-A-Production! Grades 3 – 5 & Grades 6 – 8
One 4-week session: June 22 – July 17 Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. What A Production 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Lunch and electives Extended day available from 7:30 - 9 a.m. and 4 – 6 p.m.
Join us for What-A-Production! our theatre specialty program where participants experience all aspects of theater production. Spend your mornings creating zany characters, learning dance moves and choreography, singing songs, playing crazy theater games, doing amazing set and costume projects, and most importantly, putting on a show!
9 a.m. Arrival
9:20 a.m. Mifkad (Flagpole)
9:30 a.m. What-A-Production!
12:15 p.m. Lunch & Ruach!
1:10 p.m. Elective 1 & Snack
2:05 p.m. Elective 2
3 p.m. Free Swim
3:50 p.m. Flag Lowering and Dismissal
Summer Youth Theatre Programs & O-la-mi Scholarship Assistance are partially underwritten by the Mitchell Gunty Fund for summer program scholarships.
A Typical Day at What-A-Production!:
What-A-Production! offers a supportive environment where everyone is encouraged to use their creativity and imagination. Just ask one of our many past participants and they will tell you what a blast they had! In addition to producing a musical, participants will enjoy traditional
summer activities starting at lunch, followed by afternoon elective at O-la-mi. It’s the very best of both worlds! For more information or to register, please contact Emily Eisen, Director of O-la-mi, at 203-487-0973 or eeisen@ stamford jcc.org.
“It’s a lot of fun! The play was amazing and
we did it in just 4 weeks!” - Gaia Sokolov (Grade 4)
Trifecta Hoops Camp @ O-la-mi“Proudly Serving Stamford Youth Basketball Players since 2008”
Boys and girls ages: 6 – 10 and 11 – 14 (Divisions)
1-week session: June 22 – 26 Monday – Thursday, 9:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. (Extended day options are available)
Back by popular demand, Trifecta Hoops will be offering 1 week of basketball camp at the JCC of Stamford! Whether you are a beginner or have been playing for years, Trifecta Hoops’ highly qualified and experienced coaching staff will help you take your game to the next level. A lunch option is available for purchase. For registration information, please visit www.trifectahoops.com, or contact Patrick Powers at [email protected] or 203.912.9439.
A Typical Day at
8:45 a.m. Arrival
9:15 a.m. Full Court Dribble
9:45 a.m. Stations Shooting, Rebounding, Dribbling, Defense, Passing)
11 a.m. NCAA Group Lunch
11:45 a.m. NBA Group Games
12:30 p.m. Camp Contest
1 p.m. Dismissal OR Extended Stay at O-la-mi – Elective 1
2:05 a.m. Free Swim
3 p.m. Elective 2 & Snack
3:50 p.m. Flag Lowering and Dismissal
Bobby Valentine’s Sports Academy Baseball Camp @ O-la-miChildren ages 6 – 12
1-week session: August 3 – 7 Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Extended day options are available)
O-la-mi is excited to announce our new half-day sport camp offering, Bobby Valentine’s Sports Academy Baseball Camp! The camp curriculum is a combination of sports instruction, competitive drills, and fun games for ages 6 – 12. For registration information, please visit www.bvacademy.com or 203.968.2872. If you are interested in extending to a full day option with O-la-mi, please contact Emily Eisen at 203.487.0973 or [email protected].
9 a.m. Arrival
9:20 a.m. Mifkad (Flagpole)
9:30 a.m. Yoga & Social Skills
10:30 a.m. Instructional Swim
11:20 a.m. Activity & Snack
12:15 p.m. Lunch & Ruach!
1:10 p.m. Elective 1
2:05 p.m. Elective 2 & Snack
3 p.m. Free Swim
3:50 p.m. Flag Lowering and Dismissal
Hand to Hand is partially underwritten by First County Bank and the Kuriansky Foundation.
A Typical Day at Hand in Hand:
Hand in Hand entails a daily combination of therapeutic social skills
provided by clinicians, along with an inclusion program to reinforce what was learned and to encourage social engagement with others.Each potential participant should call for an interview with the
Inclusion Coordinator. Families will be notified of acceptance into the program based on this process. For more information, please contact Dinushka De Silva, Inclusion Coordinator at 203.487.0946 or [email protected] with any questions.
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A Division of O-la-mi at the Stamford
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“Matthew could not be happier in the wonderful environment created by the JCC’s
summer Hand in Hand program. It is a perfect fit for his abilities and his special needs.
He is making wonderful headway tackling his social and relational struggles. Most importantly,
he is making peer friends for the first time in his life!” - Martha Guttuso
Hand in HandGrades 3 – 8
Two 3-week sessions: June 29 – July 17, July 20 – August 7 Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Hand in Hand (Yad B’Yad) is a division of O-la-mi, offering a unique summer experience for rising 3rd-8th graders with a variety of needs including, but not limited to, communication and learning differences, ADD/ADHD, social anxiety, sensory motor integration challenges, and those on the spectrum. The mission of this program is to improve each child’s ability to develop positive relationships and make social connections in their community and with their peers, as well as create a fun, inclusionary summer experience!
Gaga
Sports Field
Multi Sport Court
Playground
Mini-GolfCourse
Low RopesCourse
TentGet your Ruach on!
Pool
Tetherball
TrifectaHoops
Mary’s Garden
Art
Cirque du O-la-mi
What A Production!
Dance
Cooking
A MAP OF
AT THE STAMFORD JCC 14 ACRES OF SUMMER FUN!
Bobby Valentine’s Sports Academy
The Jewish Community Center of Stamford provides a uniquely warm, welcoming and inclusive gathering place, rooted in Jewish values, that fosters lasting relationships and meaningful experiences through high-quality social, recreational, educational and cultural programs and services. Financial assistance is provided to those who meet the criteria and to the extent of funds available. The JCC is a recipient agency of United Jewish Federation of Greater Stamford, New Canaan and Darien, and the United Way of Western Connecticut.
Jewish Community Center | 1035 Newfield Ave | Stamford, CT 06905 | 203-322-7900 | stamfordjcc.org
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Stamford, CT Permit No. 23
Jewish Community Center of Stamford 1035 Newfield AvenueStamford, CT 06905
To learn more about
O-la-mi check us out at
www.stamfordjcc.org.
For more information or
to register, please contact
Emily Eisen, Director, O-la-mi,
or 203.487.0973.