BBYO Central Region West Fall Convention Kallah

Friday, October 19, 2018 FROM 5:00 PM - Sunday, October 21, 2018 12:00 PM

A Retreat Center, South Bay, CA

Central Region West

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Event Details

Kallah is our annual convention, focusing on Judaism and social action, and it will take place Friday, October 19 through Sunday, October 21. This program is one of our staple member-only experiences, something that our teens look forward to each year. At Kallah 2018 “The Journey Within” Alephs and BBGs will be given the opportunity to find their own unique path within Judaism. Through seven elective paths, focused on aspects of Jewish tradition, values (middot), and culture, participants will be encouraged to explore and question Jewish beliefs and practices. Kallah 2018 will not only give participants the space to find their passion within Judaism, it will give them the knowledge on how to apply Jewish concepts into their daily lives.  

Cost: $355.00 (due by 10/03/2018)
Deposit Amount: $150.00

Travel Info

Busing will be provided for teens from Oakland, Contra Costa County, Marin, and San Francisco only. Exact times and locations to be confirmed soon.

Q&A

Weekend Emergency Phone Number: 650-761-1311 This number will call ALL 4 BBYO fulltime staff members! Phone is active 12:00pm on Friday, October, 19 to 3:00pm Sunday, October 21.

What is this? Kallah: "The Journey Within", CRW’s Judaism-focused fall convention 

Who is Kallah for? Kallah is open to all members in grades 8-12 (Note: conventions are members-only experiences)

When is Kallah? Friday October 19, 2018 at 5:00 PM through Sunday, October 21, 2018 at 12:00 PM 

Where is Kallah? Saratoga, CA (exact location is not shared publicly)

What's the cost for the weekend? Early Bird: $330: Early Bird is open to the first 95 registrations or through 9/23/18, whichever comes first. Regular Registration: $355 

Is there limited space? There are only 185 spots for teens. Kallah WILL sell out. Register early to guarantee your spot! 

Is there scholarship available? Yes, Scholarship is available. Please email Ross Glinkenhouse with questions and link to the application.

What else is included in the price of the event? 

  • Busing for teens from Oakland, Contra Costa County, Marin, and San Francisco only

  • Meals: Dinner Friday through Breakfast Sunday

  • Sleeping accommodations

  • All programming materials, speakers and special guests,  Saturday evening festivities

  • Swag (e.g. t-shirts, branded lanyards, etc.)

  • A small portion of convention registration revenue is donated to BBYO's International Service Fund (ISF). ISF is AZA and BBG's treasury that allows our members to be engaged in the affairs of the global Jewish community through supporting global scholarships, Stand Up philanthropy, and crisis response fund. More information about ISF can be found by clicking here. 

What should I pack? Comfortable clothing, Shabbat attire, sleeping bag, pillow, towel, bathing suit, etc. (A more detailed list will be sent out before the event.)

Safety and security: 

The safety and security of our teens is our number one priority. We work hard to keep as low of a profile for our events and ask that you do not publicly post information. Before each major event, we are in contact with local law enforcement.

We will also have a Registered Nurse on site with us all weekend.

Cancellation Policy:

The deadline to cancel with a full program refund is the final registration deadline for this program. Until that date, full refunds will be granted for cancellations in writing (e-mail is acceptable), for any reason. After the registration deadline, partial refunds may be available based on convention expenses already paid (hotel, transportation, etc..). Within ten days of convention we’ve already confirmed final counts with our vendors, and no refunds will be given. “No shows” will not receive a refund.