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▌ Language/Cultural · Ages 8–17

Yiddishland (Workers Circle)

Circle Lodge

A summer camp for children and teens to learn and experience Yiddish language and culture.

▌ Editor's read The Workers Circle's Yiddishland program (circle.org/yiddishland) is an immersive overnight camp focused on Yiddish language and culture for adults and families. The website loads successfully and provides details about the program, including dates, location, and curriculum. The Workers Circle is a non-profit organization with a history dating back to 1900, indicating a long-standing commitment to its mission. The program is not accredited by the ACA, and no state licensing information is provided on the website. The site does not mention specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies. Google reviews for 'Workers Circle' show a rating of 4.8 stars from 100 reviews, with many praising their cultural and educational programs. Social media handles found are @workerscircle on Instagram and 'workerscircle' on Facebook, both actively promoting their various initiatives, including Yiddishland.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–17

Yiddishland (Workers Circle) is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. language/cultural programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Language/Cultural
  • Ages: 8–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: Camp Kinder Ring, 335 Sylvan Lake Rd, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533, USA
  • Phone: 212-889-6800
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD. Aug 17-23. Pricing not confirmed.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Yiddishland (Workers Circle)

What ages does Yiddishland (Workers Circle) accept?
Yiddishland (Workers Circle) is open to children ages 8–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Yiddishland (Workers Circle) cost?
Yiddishland (Workers Circle) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. Aug 17-23. Pricing not confirmed. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Yiddishland (Workers Circle)'s hours?
Yiddishland (Workers Circle) runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Yiddishland (Workers Circle)?
Yiddishland (Workers Circle) is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Yiddishland (Workers Circle) provide lunch?
Yes — Yiddishland (Workers Circle) includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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