by Jess James | Jun 16, 2019 | Jacobs Blog, Uncategorized
In celebrating our 50th anniversary, Adventure department head Charlie Cox shares the impact camp has had on him during the two decades he has spent here both as a camper and staff member. Life is like a puzzle: lots of pieces that ultimately form some sort of...
by Jess James | Jun 14, 2019 | Jacobs Blog, Uncategorized
From Opening Day to Shabbat: What a Week! Shalom, ya’ll! Summer is finally here, and we were thrilled to welcome our campers home as they came through the gate on Monday! Check out this video to see a glimpse of our week together! With everyone settled in, we’ve been...
by Jess James | Jun 12, 2019 | Jacobs Blog, Uncategorized
For those who have passed through the gates of Jacobs Camp, there is no questioning the palpable magic that lives within this community. Our campers, faculty, staff, and Jacobs’ families all recognize the magnetism and love which brings us back home for our 50th...
by Jess James | Jun 11, 2019 | Jacobs Blog, Uncategorized
We had an amazing start to the best summer ever for HSJ’s 50th Anniversary! Check out the video from Opening Day of Session One here!...
by Jess James | May 28, 2019 | Jacobs Blog, Uncategorized
Shalom from Jacobs Camp! Can you believe Opening Day is only days away? We could not be more excited to welcome you and your campers to HSJ on July 7th! We’re looking forward to having an incredible summer, and we’re so thrilled you’ll be here with us! Our primary...
by Jess James | Nov 1, 2018 | Jacobs Blog, Uncategorized
On Friday, October 19th, Temple Sinai in New Orleans honored longtime Lay leader and Educator, Ann Kientz, during the annual Jacobs Camp Shabbat. These are her words to the community. Have you ever doodled a circle and had that satisfying feeling of completion when...
