Jewish Summer Camp: A Shield From The Everyday
Tiferet Segel Lisa Bellows illustrates why a kid can truly be a kid at OSRUI.
It’s Always a Good Day at OSRUI
Rabbi Norman Cohen explains why being in Chalutzim is so gratifying!
Continued Joy in Gesher Aleph
Gesher Rosh Eidah Jami Goldberg touches on the successful carryover from last year and thrill of the first week of camp!
Moshavah, NFTY, and Wholesome Values: A Common Thread
Moshavah Segel Beth Lipschutz shares her experience of the strong values being promoted throughout the unit!
Shabbat Shalom from OSRUI
Director Solly Kane talks about this first week of Summer 2019.
Community Building in Tiferet
Rosh Eidah Leah Sherin explains why the community aspect of Tiferet is so powerful and unique!
Tzofim Aleph Encapsulates a Great Start!
Tzofim Rosh Eidah Shira Brandhandler gives a great perspective on the beginning of the summer for Tzofim Aleph!
A Wonderful Beginning to Kallah Aleph!
Kallah Rosh Eidah Ashley Barrett shares the excitement of opening day, and what’s to come for the campers of Kallah!
Tips for Writing Your Campers
In just a few hours the gates will open and OSRUI will kick off opening day for the summer of 2019. The staff have done everything this past week … inclusion training, CPR, learning how to incorporate Hebrew and Judaism into our daily schedule, cleaning up camp and...
For the Love of Jeff: A Father’s Day Reflection on Mister Rogers’ Most Memorable Young Guest
On the eve of Father’s Day, Aron Hirt-Manheimer sat down with Howie and Pam Erlanger, the parents of OSRUI Alum Jeff Erlanger, to gain insights about how they raised such a competent and loving son.
What’s New at OSRUI This Summer?
From the new Kaye Cultural Center, to the new fitness room, more activities for campers and daily tours for prospective families, there’s lots new this summer at OSRUI!
It’s Time to Pack for Camp!
The packing list has been checked, the bug spray purchased, the clothing laid out. Now, how do you pack for camp, to make sure your child can find their things easily, and hopefully bring home everything? Here are some tips and tricks … our staff suggestions and some we’ve gathered from parents.
Smile for the Camera!
We have a communications staff working throughout the summer to take pictures, make videos, and write blogs to help share the camp experience with you while your kids are at OSRUI! In particular, we know that parents love to see pictures of their kids while they are...
Music in the Air: Hava Nashira and Shabbat Shira
The sound of voices raised in song and beautiful melodies filled the air last week, during Hava Nashira Songleading Workshop. Here are some photos to give you a taste of what participants experienced. Sign up for OSRUI’s next music program, Shabbat Shira, Oct. 31 – Nov. 3.
Your Guide to Chugim 2019
Sports! Art! Music! Etgar! Cooking! Sailing! These are just a few of our incredible chugim (electives) that are offered at camp this summer. Campers are able to pick one or two chugim each day. These periods are a chance for your camper to tailor their session to...