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    • 1st Night Memories – Contributions to Something Called C.A.S.T.

      on December 10, 2020

      My earliest memory related to Jacobs Camp dates to 1968, when my Bar Mitzvah gifts included a large number of white cards announcing that contributions in my honor had been


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    • What does “Olim” mean?

      on November 12, 2020

      What does “Olim” mean? I’m not asking for a Hebrew-to-English translation. I’m asking in a much narrower way that’s relevant only in Utica, Mississippi: what does it mean to be


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    • NFTYx Gives Rise to Fun and Festive Programs for NFTY-SO

      on October 28, 2020

      Hey everyone! It’s Lilah, the NFTY Southern Programming Vice President this year! We’ve had a short break in programming during September but now we’re coming back with some exciting virtual


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    • These campers can’t wait for Summer 2021!

      on October 28, 2020

      On the Road to Welcome Home, we wanted to hear what some of our campers are most excited about for next summer! Take a listen! Camper 50 & 51 Eden:


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    • Zerizut: Getting Psyched for Camp!

      on October 28, 2020

      Wow! As I am writing to you, over 350 campers are registered to be welcomed home to Jacobs Camp in the summer of 2021. Over 250 on the first day


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    • More Than the 2 Months in Utica…

      on October 28, 2020

      At the Kabbalat Shabbat after camp was cancelled, I spoke about the importance of our community. I said “We work together, we play together, and sometimes we grieve together.” These


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    • 1971 ’til Today: HSJ Molds Strong Jewish Role Models

      on October 20, 2020

      As a child, I did love Judaism and going to Temple. I looked forward to getting dressed up in my shiny patent leather shoes, following my parents and entering the


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    • Jacobs Just Got a SUPER UPGRADE! Meet David: The Facilities Committee Chair

      on October 14, 2020

      My name is David Zapletal, originally from Jackson, MS, now residing  in New Orleans, and I am serving as the Facilities Committee Chair.  Like the lucky few, I met my


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    • Sights, Smells, and Sounds – My Day in Lake Charles

      on September 16, 2020

      It’s been a little over a week since I traveled to Lake Charles to volunteer with NECHAMA for Hurricane Laura clean up, but the sights, smells, and sounds still linger


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    • In Our Darkest Times – Nechama Will Always Be There

      on September 14, 2020

      I’m proud to serve as the Operations Director of Jacobs Camp in Utica, MS. We are the home of Jewish Joy in the Deep South. In 2016, Baton Rouge was


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    What are your kids doing this Summer? Learn what J What are your kids doing this Summer? Learn what Jacobs Camp can offer in our New Parent Info Session tomorrow, January 17th at 7:00 PM CT! www.jacobscamp.org/hsjparentinfo
    Shabbat Shalom, Jacobs Camp! Shabbat Shalom, Jacobs Camp!
    Did you know today was National Hat Day? Don't wor Did you know today was National Hat Day? Don't worry, we're lobbying for a National Water Bottle Day. Stay tuned.
    You don't wanna miss these fun times with Jacobs C You don't wanna miss these fun times with Jacobs Camp! If you're thinking about HSJ for Summer 2021, join our Parent Info Session on 1/17 at 7:00 PM CT to learn all about the Jacobs Magic! AND for 1st-4th Graders (and Parents!) spend the afternoon with our very own Jacobs Magicians for fun camp games on 1/24 at 1:30 PM CT!

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    Shabbat Shalom, Jacobs Camp! Shabbat Shalom, Jacobs Camp!
    The countdown is on: NFTY Convention will be here The countdown is on: NFTY Convention will be here in less than a month! If you register by 11:59 pm tonight, you’ll get a little extra merch, and you’ll have it in time for Convention. Sign up at NC21.org/Registration and let us know if you’re going in the comments!

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