Welcome to the Ultimate USY Experience
Get ready for a weekend filled with meaningful connections, spirited activities, and unforgettable memories. Here’s everything you need to know about what a USY convention looks like!
Arrival & Welcome
Check-in and Welcome Lunch: Kick off the convention by meeting fellow USYers and enjoying a meal together.
Opening Skit and Rules: Dive into the fun with an engaging skit and a quick overview of guidelines to set the tone for the weekend.
Preparation and Candle Lighting: Transition into Shabbat with photos and time to prepare.
Rockin’ Ruach and Services: Experience the energy of Ruach (spirit) followed by uplifting Kabbalat Shabbat and Maariv (Friday evening services).
Dinner and Stories: Share a festive Shabbat dinner with lively songs, meaningful stories, and camaraderie.
Saturday: A Day of Community and Exploration
Morning Services: Choose from various prayer experiences tailored to your style.
Torah Study & Discussions: Engage in meaningful sessions about Tzedaka (charity) and Jewish values.
Chofesh (Free Time): Enjoy time to connect with friends, relax, or play board games with new friends.
Slow Ruach and Havdalah: Transition out of Shabbat with reflective songs and a beautiful Havdalah ceremony.
Saturday Night Fun
Dinner and Themed Activities: Return for dinner and exciting programs like Israeli dancing, hypnotists, and scavenger hunts.
Late-Night Options: Participate in senior-exclusive programs creating lasting memories with your USY class year.
Sunday: Making an Impact and Saying Goodbye
Morning Services and Breakfast: Start the day together with a communal breakfast.
Social Action Project: Participate in a meaningful social action initiative to give back to the community. Such as packing toiletry kits for the homeless, making blankets for pet shelters, and organizing school supplies for children in need.
Highlights to Look Forward To
Unforgettable Ruach: Energetic singing that brings everyone together.
Special Programs: special guests, themed activities, and creative workshops.
Social Action Opportunities: Projects like “Dignity Grows” and “Project Linus” to make a difference.
Friendships for Life: Meet new people and deepen bonds with peers from across North America.
Join Us for the Next Convention!
Get ready for an extraordinary weekend that will inspire, energize, and connect you to a vibrant Jewish community.
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