Program Outline | Upcoming Programs | Registration Form| Curriculum | Shabbatons | Accommodations/Meals | Yeshivacation Classes | Hands-On Workshops | Yeshivacation Seminars | Evening Lectures   SummerYeshivaCation 2008 July 7-17, 2008 Monsey, New York     Summer Program Details     Winter YeshivaCation 2007 Program Schedule Evening Lectures Photo Gallery of Past YeshivaCations   Program Outline YeshivaCation is a learning program which takes place twice a year- during the winter and spring breaks. The course consists of fascinating classes, lectures and interactive workshops, and can be an all-encompassing introduction, an expansion of existing knowledge or an energizing vacation. Women who attend are from all walks of life -- college students, professionals and homemakers -- and vary in their levels of Jewish learning and observance. The difficult and challenging times in which we are currently living call for a re-examination of who we are and where we are heading. Join us at YeshivaCation on a spiritual journey inward, to the very essence of your being, your Jewish soul. Registration Registering for Yeshivacation involves completing a registration form and a questionnaire. The questionnaire enables Machon Chana to design a program of study tailored to each individual students needs and requests. Please submit your registration form and questionnaire as far in advance as possible. Click here for the Yeshivacation registration form and questionnaire. Curriculum Each day of YeshivaCation features a new theme of interest to the modern intellectual woman. This theme is explored in depth in the light of Jewish law, Jewish thought, Jewish history, and Chassidic sources. Seminars are complemented by hands-on workshops. Topics are selected from a large range of relevant central themes. The morning begins with a class in Chassidus and a prayer session. Classes are held on beginning and advanced levels. Participants also have the opportunity to develop skills in Hebrew, Chumash, Yiddish, and Prayer. The afternoons and evenings are devoted to lectures, panel discussions, workshops, and audio/visual presentations covering a variety of issues. Shabbatons YeshivaCation always coincides with the national Shabbaton weekend sponsored by Lubavitch Youth Organization. These Shabbatons are also open to those unable to attend the full YeshivaCation program, but who wish to join this Shabbos experience and learning opportunity. The program includes lectures, guided prayer services, Shalosh Seudos, Melava Malka, and discussions on many of today's most compelling  topics. The Friday night meal is eaten together with local families, providing an opportunity to meet many of the interesting Crown Heights residents; other meals are held in the warm ambiance of the Machon Chana dormitory. Accommodations/Meals YeshivaCation guests are placed in the homes of hospitable and welcoming families in the neighborhood. Hotel accommodations are arranged upon request. Weekday lunches are provided at school and suppers are served at the dorm. Each evening seminar is followed by a light snack. Shabbos meals are equally divided between host families in the neighborhood and communal meals at the dorm, providing the participants with a varied experience. YeshivaCation Classes One-hour classes are offered each weekday on both beginning (1) and advanced (2) levels. Chassidus Selected chapters of Tanya will be studied. This work, written by Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, founder of Chabad Chassidus, provides insight into the essence of a Jew and his role in the world. Chassidic Philosophy I Chapter 15 of Tanya, "The Book of Intermediates": defining true service of G-d.   Chassidic Philosophy II Chapter 19 of Tanya: understanding the concept of the "flame" of love within every Jew - a "candle of G-d is the soul of man."   Skills Students are given an opportunity in Chitas and skills classes to develop proficiency in Hebrew, Yiddish, and Chumash. The classes are given in small groups or in a partnered learning setting to maximize learning. Chitas (Acronym for Chumash, Thillim, and Tanya) The daily portion of Chumash is studied to enable each participant to study the text on her level.   Skills: (Students are given the opportunity to develop skills in their choice of the following:) A. Hebrew reading B. Rudimentary Chumash C. Rashi script D. Yiddish Sicha   Tefillah I Introduction to and familiarization with the world of prayer   Tefillah II Prayer in Unison Hands-on Workshops Tours and workshops bring the learning to life... Mikva Tour The Laws of Family Purity that govern Jewish family life; a tour of the mikva.   Model Temple A visual presentation of the layout and vessels of the Temple.   Kashrut Laboratory A tour of a Kosher Kitchen.   Scribal Arts Watch a Sofer at work.   Matza Bakery Learn how flour & water become hand-baked matza. YeshivaCation Seminars The daily topics are listed below: Women The Halachic Perspective: Modesty & Majesty Historic Overiew: From Eve to Esther The Chassidic Dimension: The Malchus Paradigm   Moshiach Resurrection of the Dead Rambam: The Laws of Redemption An Era of Spiritual Revelation   Chassidus The Mystical Dimension Different Paths in the Service of G-d Evolvement from Kabbalah   Mitzvos The Chain of Halachic Tradition Talmudic Reasoning in Modern Courts The Spiritual Connection The Jewish Life Cycle   Shabbos and Yom Tov Analysis of the Shabbos Prayers Drawing Diverse Spiritual Spheres Halachic Overview Jewish Calendar: Fasts & Feasts   Kashrut Why Keep Kosher: Chassidic Analysis Kosher Certification: Who, What, Why Halachic Challenges & Sources   Prayer Service of the Heart Ascending the Spiritual Ladder The History and Laws of Prayer Evening Lectures These are a sample of the ninety minute lectures delivered by a variety of lecturers, all experts in their field, which are followed by informal discussions. Analysis of the Political Arena: Akaida or Al-Quaida? Modesty & Majesty: A Royal Coat of Arms Medical Ethics: The Value of One Life Chassidic Music and Art Women and Careers Men are from Zah, Women are from Malchus Seven Middos of Highly Successful People Love and Marriage - The Torah Perspective The Truth about the Torah For more information or to request a brochure please contact Chana at YVC@machonchana.org or call (718) 735-0030. Program Outline | Upcoming Programs | Registration | Curriculum | Shabbatons | Accomodations/Meals | Yeshivacation Classes | Hands-On Workshops | Yeshivacation Seminars | Evening Lectures