ABOUT US:
_For 2012, we are very excited to reintroduce The Laymen’s Institute as TheRetreat. This change is meant to reinforce that we have substantially updated our programming to meet the needs and interests of today's adult Jewish men (21+). However, we have kept the both the ruach and ideals of what is proudly the first and oldest weekend retreat for Jewish men in America.
TheRetreat is sponsored by The New England Region of the Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs (NER FJMC). Membership in a synagogue or Men’s Club is not required for attendance and we welcome Jewish men of all traditions.
TheRetreat is sponsored by The New England Region of the Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs (NER FJMC). Membership in a synagogue or Men’s Club is not required for attendance and we welcome Jewish men of all traditions.
TIME AND PLACE:
_The weekend begins on Thursday afternoon and ends Sunday morning before noon. Men may arrive and leave according to their own schedules, although we discourage traveling on Shabbat.
TheRetreat will once again take place at Camp Ramah in Palmer, MA, just a 75-minute drive west of Boston along the Mass Turnpike. Carpools are available.
TheRetreat will once again take place at Camp Ramah in Palmer, MA, just a 75-minute drive west of Boston along the Mass Turnpike. Carpools are available.
_ACTIVITIES:
_TheRetreat consists of a wonderful mix of relaxation, sports, eating, learning, prayer, spirited singing and camaraderie. A major highlight of the schedule is our Scholar(s) in Residence, who deliver multiple inspiring presentations. Other signature activities include the famed Minyan in the Grove, Hearing Men’s Voices, our Saturday Night Social Event. This year will add several new items to that list, including our first annual Friday afternoon Golf tournament.
So please join us for a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a great getaway with Jewish men from throughout New England.
So please join us for a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a great getaway with Jewish men from throughout New England.
THE 2012 RETREAT COMMITTEE:
Elliot Feldman - Event Chair
Dan Kimmel - Master of Ceremonies Marc Lowenthal - Programming Chair Lester Macklin - Scholar Coordinator Peter Matusow- Registrar Danny Paisner - Marketing Chair Marty Paley - Ritual Chair Morey Waltuck - Mailings | Additional Committee Members:
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TO LEARN MORE:
Contact our Registrar Peter Matusow at: pmatusow@i-graphics.net