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February 12, 2014
Adelson company’s website hacked
The website of a casino operator owned by Jewish billionaire Sheldon Adelson was hacked by unidentified vandals who criticized his support for Israel.
6 Points Sci-Tech Academy combines science, shabbos
The traditional Jewish summer camp experience isn’t for every kid.
Camp advice for parents: FAQs
Every year in the months prior to the beginning of camp, I get numerous phone calls from parents who have a variety of concerns about sending their children to camp for the first time. If you’re one of these parents, allow me to offer some advice.
Camp fair pitches many tents
If there’s anything the upcoming “Summer Days” camp fair proves, it’s that day camps are as diverse as the kids who attend them.
Local girl battles cancer, fire and Miami Marathon
She may only be 10 years old, but Sienna Wolfe’s narrow escape from a bunkhouse fire during sleep-away camp last summer wasn’t the first time she’s eluded death: The Beverly Hills girl is also a cancer survivor.
From disable to enable: Summer camp shifts focus
The positive impact that summer camps have on Jewish identity is no secret, but a report released last year by the Foundation for Jewish Camp (FJC) found that much progress remains in making this a viable opportunity for young people with special needs.
The covenant of the calf: Parashat Ki Tisa (Exodus 30:11-34:35)
If the word of God, engraved in stone, can crumble as easily as bread.
Birthright the ‘LA way’
When registration opens Feb. 19, a Birthright trip sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles geared specifically toward entertainment professionals will represent the first time that young adults up to age 29 will be allowed to take part in the free Israel program.
Monty Hall remembers Sid Caesar
“The King Is Here,” intoned the comedy writers and actors, rising to their feet as Sid Caesar entered Factor’s Famous Deli to join the fortnightly eat-and-shmooze fest.
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