CSI Retreat @ Ramah Darom 2023
5th annual CSI Retreat @ Ramah Darom
We are pleased to announce Congregation Shearith Israel’s 5th "Annual" Retreat! Join us for an exciting Shabbaton at the Kaplan Mitchell Retreat Center at Ramah Darom. The majestic mountain campsite and landscape will serve as an inspiring backdrop to build community, further strengthen our bonds, and experience a spiritually uplifting Shabbat surrounded by nature and our extended Shearith family. Info on the retreat is below, and we will continue to update this page with more specifics in the coming weeks. Let's go to the mountains!
Dates: friday, may 5 - sunday, may 7, 2023
Check-in will begin at 3pm on Friday, May 5th, at the Welcome Center.
Check out is at 11am on Sunday, May 7th.
Who is it for?
The retreat is for you! We are gathering together as a whole community- from our Lifetime Members to our babies and everyone in between. Singles, couples, families— all are welcome. Those who yearn for intentional community, intellectual stimulation, a soulful expression of Judaism, nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts — all are encouraged to come!
Programming
The programming for the retreat will be varied and exciting. There will be indoor activities, outdoor activities, structured time, down time, and supervised programming for children as well. We will enjoy quality time, meals, and Services together. Keep an eye out on this page for additional information on the programming for the Shabbaton.
Transportation
Transportation will not be provided, but we will facilitate carpools for those looking to share the ride, gas costs, and lower our carbon footprint.
What is covered by the registration fee?
The registration fee includes all meals (Friday night dinner; Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner; and Sunday brunch) and snacks, activities, accommodations, and a special, refreshing weekend with your extended Shearith family!
Full refunds are available until April 14, 2023.
Accommodations
The options for accommodations are either shared cabins or hotel rooms. All accommodations include linens free of charge.
Housing Descriptions
CABINS: All of our cabins are heated, have ceiling fans and feature a spacious, screened-in porch. Cabins are camp-style, with private room for parents and main room for kids, with a bathroom of multiple stalls, showers and sinks. If 2 families share a cabin, each parent/couple will have a private room, and the children's bunk room and bathroom will be shared. Cabins are available for a minimum of 2 adults and 1 child per registration, or for individuals staying in the gendered group cabins.
STANDARD HOTELS: Hotel rooms have two queen size beds. All hotel rooms included standard hotel room amenities - heat, a/c, a table, chairs, bureau, closet and private bathroom. Please bring a hairdryer if required.
Retreat Pricing
New members who joined Shearith Israel after January 1, 2022, receive a 25% discount for the retreat.
ADULT RATES:
CHILD RATES:
Mon, May 12 2025
14 Iyyar 5785
Tonight's Sefirah Count Is 30
היום שלשים יום שהם ארבעה שבועות ושני ימים לעמר |
Today's Calendar
Pesach Sheni |
: 7:00am |
: 7:00pm |
Upcoming Programs & Events
May 15 |
May 16 |
May 17 |
May 17 |
May 18 |
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Emor
Shabbat, May 17 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, May 16, 8:14pm |
Havdalah
Motzei Shabbat, May 17, 9:03pm |
Pesach Sheni
Monday, May 12 |
capital campaign
Our community is bursting at the seams! It’s time to shape our synagogue’s future together.
in this moment
We are committed to caring for each other, advocating for the Jewish people and Israel, and recognizing the challenge of this moment of crisis and tragedy. Learn how we are responding to the situation in Israel.
ALT SERVICE
Join us for our weekly ALT Service (for all-ages) with CSI Spiritual Music Innovator Ori Salzberg on Shabbat mornings at 10:30 am!
stories@csi
bylaws
the United synagogue of conservative judaism
Shearith Israel is affiliated with USCJ, a network of thriving centers of Jewish practice across North America, Israel, and beyond that celebrate both tradition and contemporary life.
CONGREGATION SHEARITH ISRAEL
1180 University Dr NE • Atlanta, GA 30306
Telephone: 404-873-1743 • Contact Us
Members are invited to join the CSI Member Exchange on Facebook here!
Privacy Settings | Privacy Policy | Member Terms
©2025 All rights reserved. Find out more about ShulCloud