BRIEFS


Sabbath for young and grandparents

Temple Etz Chaim Preschool and Infant Care Center invites grandparents and their grandchildren ages 12 months to 5 years to Grandparents Shabbat from 10 to 11 a.m. Fri., March 1 at the temple, 1080 E. Janss Road

“Grandparents can bring value to our children’s learning experience. And grandparents have an intimate presence in their grandchild’s life. The kids love bonding with their own grandparents and other older members of the community, and the grandparents love spending time with all of the children.” says Debbie Blumenthal, director of Temple Etz Chaim’s Preschool and Infant Care Center.

Following the short service, bagels and refreshments will be served.

For more information or to make a reservation, email Debbie Blumenthal at debbieb@templeetzchaim.org or call the ECE office at (805) 497-6852.


Camp focuses on nature and Judaism

Gan Izzy Ranch Camp will hold an open house from 1 to 4 p.m. Sun., Feb. 24 at 6061 Gabbert Road.

The Jewish day camp serves the Conejo Valley and Ventura County on a 5.5-acre ranch in Moorpark.

The six-week camp experience is said to combine nature, Judaism and fun.

The camp offers horse-back riding, horse grooming, petting zoo with over 16 baby goats, swimming, gardening and outdoor sports.

Campers may also take part in trips, entertainment, art, karate, woodworking, art, gymnastics, cooking, mad science, hiking, theme days, challah baking and specialty shows and activities.

The camp is for children ages 5 to 13.

The open house will have a free petting zoo, pony and horse rides, free moon bounce and kids’ entertainment.

A barbecue lunch and dinner will be served with family pricing.

For more information and to make open house reservations, go to GIRanchCamp.com.