Here it is folks! The Portable Dance Party. They go anywhere and make the dance party happen. I captured these snaps in a rare moment of stillness, just before these party animals bolted towards the staff office to bring some of their wild times to the poor, desk-bound office staff.


This activity was the product of one of our holiday blocks described in my last posting. These girls ran all over camp with their counselor Kiki and Shira, the Spielberg Fellow. Spielberg Fellow? Yes. That Spielberg? Yes. Shira has received training in creating intensive theater laboratory style blocks, utilizing creative writing exercises to generate material for performances. If you have a child who enjoys experimental theater, make sure they check her out.
As for the rest of us up here...we are ready for Shabbat. It has been hot, hot, hot. Luckily we have a huge pool, which has been in heavy demand, and the middle fork of the Toulumne River runs through the side of our property and is amazing for swimming or just lounging in the shallow pools. Today we had a Luau Lunch at the pool complete with teriyaki chicken breasts and tofu, grilled pineapple, orange and papaya slices, rice and lemonade. There was music and swimming.
Shabbat is right around the corner, and with it comes the Saturday Shabbat program. This week's focus is on Social Justice issues, such as poverty and homelessness and animal rights among others, and what the kids can do about these issues at home. This Saturday is also our camper talent show, where our young virtuosos get a chance to wow and amaze their peers with acts ranging from gymnastics to songs to piano to skits.
While the talent is brightening up the stage, the kitchen will be abuzz while staff prepare their favorite recipes for Sunday night's International Dinner! I am making Korean BBQ Beef and I know that their is Caesar Salad, Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Noodle Kugel, and Thai Iced Tea. I am hungry just thinking about it. More to come soon. Jordan