Events Calendar
Here’s What’s Coming Up Off & On-Campus. Alumni, Scroll down for more events or click here.
(All times listed in ET)
Giving Tuesday
Tuesday, December 1
Mark your calendars to make your mark on Ramah Darom. Give to support camper scholarships. Give to support disabilities & inclusion. Give to support our COVID-19 Emergency Fund. Give to support the endowment of your choice. Give to Ramah Darom! We thank you for your continued support on this day and every day. Donate here.
Camp Q &A
Sunday, December 6
6:00pm
New and prospective families are invited to join the Camp team on Zoom to ask questions, meet staff and learn all about Ramah Darom.
Who Knows One: Ramah movement-wide tournament
Darom vs Rockies
Monday, December 7
8:00pm
Join Ramah alumni from around the world for a high-stakes, pressure-filled Jewish geography “Who Knows One?” tournament, streaming live on the Reshet Ramah Facebook page. Ramah Darom’s Noa Havivi and Susan Tecktiel will be competing with the Ramah Rockies team in this fast-paced game. More Alumni Events.
Hanukkah Cards for Jews Serving in the Armed Forces
The Ramah Camping Movement is partnering with the JWB Jewish Chaplains Council to have our Ramah families make Hanukkah cards to send to Jewish people serving in the US Armed Forces.
To participate, please visit campramah.org/hanukkahcards.
Light Candles with Us!
December 10-17
Join us on Facebook every night of Chanukah as we light candles with Ramah Darom staff, alumni, campers, partners and friends.
Thursday, Dec 1o: Ma’alot Concert at 5:30pm
Friday, Dec 11: Kabbalat Shabbat & Candles at 4:15pm
Saturday, Dec 12: Havdallah & Candles with our new Camp Director at 7:30pm
Sunday, Dec 13: Camp Yofi Sing-a-long and candles
More dates, times and links coming soon.
Kabbalat Shabbat & Chanukah Candle Lighting
Friday, December 11
4:30pm
Join the whole Ramah Darom community as we virtually come together for Kabbalat Shabbat and Chanukah candles lighting.
Register to join us on Zoom or find us streaming Ramah Darom Facebook page.
Yom Ramah Darom
Sunday, December 20
ALL DAY
Join your bunkmates and favorite counselors to celebrate Yom Ramah Darom! Start your day with musical tefillah (prayer), participate in chuggim (activities), reunite with your aidah, and end your day the best way we know how, all Camp rikud! Register Today
Tot Ramah
Sunday, December 20
9:00am
Join little ones and their families for singing, storytelling and connecting with old and new friends.
Join us virtually for special events and programs for your community. Click the graphic to see where Ramah Darom is “going” next.
Click the graphic to check out our library of activities and resources to use anytime, anywhere.
EVERYONE IS INVITED!
Mark your calendars to kick off our 25th year celebration virtually together.
Saturday Night, January 16, 2021
Tell your friends, bring your family and join us for a livestream Havdallah followed by a kick-off party. Details to come, stay tuned.
| Event | Date | ET Time | Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Q&A for New & Prospective Families | Sun, Dec 6 | 6:00pm | Register Here |
| Who Knows One: National Ramah Tournament | Mon, Dec 7 | 8:00pm | Live on the NRC Facebook Page |
| Chanukah Candle Lighting & Ramah Darom Kabbalat Shabbat | Fri, Dec 11 | 4:30pm | Register to join us on Zoom or watch along on Facebook |
| Yom Ramah Darom | Sun, Dec 20 | More details | |
| Tot Ramah | Sun, Dec 20 | 9am | More details |
| Alumni Events & Programs | On Going | Learn More | |
| Camp Programs in Your City | Click here to see when we'll be in your community. | ||
| Campus Virtual Tour | Coming Soon | TBD | Interested? Sign Up Here |
| Ramah Darom 25th Celebration Kick Off | Sat, Jan 16 | Night | SAVE THE DATE |
| New Camp families Info Session | Sun, Jan 24 | 6:00pm | Register Here |
| Disability & Inclusion at Camp | Wed, Feb 10 | 7:00pm | Register Here |
| New Camp families Info Session | Sun, Mar 14 | 6:00pm | Register Here |
| Camp Activities & Electives | Tue, Apr 20 | 7:00pm | Register Here |
| Preparing for Camp for New Families | Wed, May 19 | 7:00pm | Register Here |
The Untold Story of Chanukah
December 8, 2020
8:00pm
The story of Chanukah surprisingly originates from paganism. There was no miracle of oil, and it all started with Adam sacrificing a unicorn in the garden of Eden … Woah! Join us as we make a Chanukah themed cocktail and dive into the untold story of Chanukah. Register Here.
7th Night of Candle Lighting and Chanukah Party!
December 16, 2020
8:15pm
Why does the 8th night get all the glory? The Hanukkiah looks pretty fantastic to us on night 7! Join us for the brightest Zoom you’ve ever been on, followed by indulging in your favorite Hanukkah treats with friends (BYO Latkes & Sufganiyot). Register Here.
Hachana L’Shabbat
DECEMBER 11, 2020
4:00pm
Is there any better way to bring in Shabbat? Join CRDAA to hear from alumni about how their Shabbat experiences at Camp have impacted their practices and traditions today. After, join the Ramah Darom community for Kabbalat Shabbat. Register Here
Getaway to Ramah Darom
Join us for a physically-distanced Getaway on our breathtaking campus in the North Georgia Mountains.
Learn more.
| Getaway | Dates | |
|---|---|---|
| Winter Break 1 | Dec 18-23 | Sign Up Today! |
| Winter Break 2 | Dec 25-30 | Sign Up Today! |
| New Years Weekend | Dec 31-Jan 3 | Sign Up Today! |
| MLK Alumni Family Weekend | Jan 15-18 | Sign Up Today! |
| President's Day Weekend | Feb 12-15 | Sign Up Today! |
| Adults-Only Shabbat | Feb 25-28 | Sign Up Today! |
Campus@Camp
From January 17 – March 14, Campus@Camp will bring together college students at locations across the U.S. for an unforgettable two-month experience designed specifically for students who would otherwise be living and studying at home. Learn more and apply today.
Camp Ramah Darom Summer 2021
| Session | Dates |
|---|---|
| Full Summer & Gesher | June 16 - Aug. 8 |
| Session Aleph | June 16 - July 12 |
| Session Bet | July 14 - Aug. 8 |
| Taste of Ramah Aleph | June 16 - 27 |
| Taste of Ramah Bet | July 14 - 25 |
Tikvah and inclusion support available for campers with disabilities during 2, 4 and 8-week sessions.