KlezKids – General Information

KLEZKIDS HOURS OF OPERATION
Morning session: 9:00am - 12:15pm
Afternoon session: 1:30pm - 4:45pm
Be sure to check in with our staff, giving them the names of all adults authorized to pick up your child. No child will be allowed to leave the play areas unless accompanied by a parent or designated adult.

The KINDERNEST is a preschool program for children ages 2-5. There are two morning teachers and two afternoon teachers. Your involvement and participation is welcome and encouraged. If you have a special talent you would like to share (e.g. storytelling, music, creative dramatics, art, etc.) we would be delighted to incorporate your ideas into our program. Be prepared to spend a short amount of time in the playroom each morning. Your children, especially young ones, may need you to help them adjust to the new surroundings. Please rely upon the advice of the staff to help you get them settled. However, if your child is unable to stay, be sensitive and do not force him or her. Parents are asked to volunteer one period a day in the children’s program.

KLEZKIDS is a Jewish cultural arts program for kids ages 6-11. There are various activities scheduled throughout the day including drama, dance, music, Yiddish language, arts activities, games, KlezKamp newspaper, and outdoor play. Parents are asked to volunteer one period a day in the KlezKids program.

YOUTH ORCHESTRA (ages 8-17) for children who play an instrument or are taking lessons and are able to read music. BRING YOUR INSTRUMENT.

OOMCHICKS  for children of all ages who want to be part of a klezmer band. Bring percussion instruments, recorders or other instruments.

MEALS  Children eat all meals with their parents. Healthy snacks will be provided during the day as well.

NIGHT HALL PATROL (Vakh)  Babysitting will be available for additional charge. Details will be provided at KlezKamp.

WHAT TO BRING TO KAMP  It is winter, so bring appropriate outerwear: mantl (coat), hitl (hat), hentshkes (gloves/mittens), shaln (scarves), zokn (extra socks) and botn (boots).

WHAT TO WEAR  It is advisable to dress in layers. Bring clothing that can get messy during art activities: sweatshirts and sweatpants, tee-shirts and jeans.

Please bring the following items for possible costumes: a black tee shirt or turtleneck, black pants, a cap, a shawl or scarves, and suspenders.

TOYS  Any toys you bring to share are welcomed. Suggested toys to bring are sports equipment, board games and books. Younger children may want to bring a special toy or blanket. Remember, toys will be shared and used by lots of kids and possibly broken. All donations of toys and art supplies are greatly appreciated and tax-deductible.

Please label all your child’s possessions.

PARTICIPATION IN THE PROGRAM  Parents are asked to volunteer one period a day in the children’s program. If you have children in both the nest and kids groups, we suggest to volunteer two days in the nest and two days with the kids. You are always welcome to join the activities with the children. Much of the success of the program depends on your involvement and interest in the children’s groups.

All parents should meet our KlezKids staff. There will be an important meeting on Tuesday afternoon for this purpose; full details will be provided along with registration materials.

You should not leave the hotel premises while your child is in our care. In the event of an emergency, we need to be able to contact you.

We have planned our program so your children will also share in the excitement and creativity of KlezKamp. Age-appropriate activities will be provided. Art projects and activities will incorporate this year’s KlezKamp theme. Books about the immigrant experience, Jewish and Yiddish stories will be on hand to read and be read aloud. And there will be music. Lots of it!

Please fill out the registration form and send back to the Living Traditions office with your balance payment. Make sure to indicate if your child(ren) will be participating in any scheduled adult or youth courses (i.e. Youth Orchestra [ages 8-17], Traditional Ensembles, Intro to Yiddish, Yiddish Dance, Youth Theater Workshop [ages 12-17]).

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