WELCOME TO CJL’s 2023/24 TEEN PROGRAMS!
"This group means the world to me, and I always get excited when I know I am going to see everyone. It is a group of people who you can be honest around with no judgement, who you can laugh with easily and freely, who you can be serious with and gain respect for each other, all the while incorporating Judaism into everything"
~ CJL teen
~ CJL teen
BRICK OVEN BREAD AND DESSERT BAKING 7 sessions | Grades 7-8
This hands-on program exploring Jewish themes and monthly celebrations is led by Sam Coates Fink, of backyardbread.com. Sam builds clay ovens and teaches bread backing throughout the Northeast.
Join us for these activities:
Baking for CBI and CJL community holiday celebrations
Building a community Sukkah
Donating baked goods to local organization of group’s choosing
"As an adopted bi-racial adolescent boy living with a strongly Jewish identified mother and a very supportive (but not Jewish) father, Jayden needed a fun, accessible Jewish space that was "all his own" but where he didn't feel othered by all of his identities. Sam created that welcoming space and joining him was among the highlights of his month." ~ Tracey Levy
"Every time I pick him up, without fail, he comments on how nice it was to spend time with everybody and how much he enjoys these session." ~ Melissa Weinberg
Join us for these activities:
Baking for CBI and CJL community holiday celebrations
Building a community Sukkah
Donating baked goods to local organization of group’s choosing
"As an adopted bi-racial adolescent boy living with a strongly Jewish identified mother and a very supportive (but not Jewish) father, Jayden needed a fun, accessible Jewish space that was "all his own" but where he didn't feel othered by all of his identities. Sam created that welcoming space and joining him was among the highlights of his month." ~ Tracey Levy
"Every time I pick him up, without fail, he comments on how nice it was to spend time with everybody and how much he enjoys these session." ~ Melissa Weinberg
HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM 4 sessions | Grades 10-12
A fun and welcoming space for teens to explore their world and create strong connections. Our 2023/24 group will focus on four immersive events that build leadership and empower students to make their communities a better place. Facilitated by Alison Morse, CJL’s founder who loves working with teens inspired by her years of participating in a long running women's group, and as a participant in a multi-year mother/daughter book club. Learn more about Alison here.
NYC Day Trip, Sunday October 22 - The Jewish Museum, lunch, shopping, walking in the city
Film Festival Winter weekend - short film screenings and discussions
Habitat for Humanity Workshop, late spring Sunday tbd, hands-on workshop / fund raising
Pool Party & Celebration - spring weekend with our families
"We love that our daughter gets to connect with a group around teen-related issues and activities framed in a Jewish and social justice context. Highlights over the years have included a self-defense workshop, group community service projects and super interesting guest speakers. As always, thank you CJL" ~Jenn Einhorn
" I know for my teen, the camaraderie of this intimate group working together has been a very positive experience. They discuss real issues, work on community service project and take occasional trips. It's been great!" ~ Dara Mochson
"It was wonderful to spend time with your sweet group of teens and parents. It is clearly a special group and you have cultivated such a lovely sense of inquiry and student-centered design." ~ Aki Yonekawa, past program manager at Mayyim Hayyim
"It was wonderful to spend time with your sweet group of teens and parents. It is clearly a special group and you have cultivated such a lovely sense of inquiry and student-centered design." ~ Aki Yonekawa, past program manager at Mayyim Hayyim
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