Kollel NCSY Family Shabbaton with Guest Speaker - Saul Blinkoff - JWRP Lecturer & Lead Disney Animater
Who is Saul Blinkoff?
Saul Blinkoff is a prolific animator, director, and producer, who spent much of his career at the Walt Disney Studios, and has also worked for Amazon, Nickelodeon, and Netflix. He currently serves as Supervising Producer at Dreamworks and is developing a new show for Hulu. Saul has inspired numerous Jewish families as JWRP Trip leader, on Shabbatons and lectures. He will be sharing his story on how he went from a kid with a dream to land a coveted internship at Disney. he will discuss how to succeed even if your goal seems unreachable and you feel outmatched by your competition.
What is a Shabbaton?
Shabbaton: An event and/or celebration that is held on Shabbat or over a full weekend. A Shabbaton is an immersive family Shabbat experience — providing engaging programs and activities for all ages.
Who is the Shabbaton for?
The Shabbaton is for everyone — singles, couples of all ages and families with kids.
What will my children and teens do on the Shabbaton?
The Shabbaton has professionally staffed programming for all ages:
- Childcare for children ages 0-2
- Fun Camp SEED programming for children ages 3-9
- Awesome tween programming with JR NCSY (10-13)
- AKIVA programming for college students
We also provide evening childcare — babysitters in the hallway outside your room will monitor your sleeping children and will call you if your child needs your attention.
Why should you go on the Shabbaton?
As adults and as parents we need to recharge our physical, emotional and spiritual batteries. The Shabbaton is an opportunity to enjoy delicious food and drink, have a fun time relaxing and socializing with other adults and enjoy amazing Jewish experiences from world-class speakers and lecturers.
What do you do on the Shabbaton?
Watch this space for the Shabbaton schedule - including Shabbat meals, fun social time, inspirational classes, break-out discussion sessions and plenty of free time.
When is the Shabbaton?
Check-in at the Sheraton from 3:00 pm on Friday, February 7. The Shabbaton ends at noon on Sunday, February 9.
Where is the Shabbaton?
The Shabbaton is at the Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel, 8235 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97220.
How much does the Shabbaton cost?
- Regular pricing — $525 for a room with up to four people.
- Upgrade to a suite is available, please contact the Portland Kollel for more info.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Kollel has set a fund-raising goal of $25,000 to ensure that cost is not a barrier to Shabbaton attendance. If you are able to make a contribution towards this goal, please click here and make a donation or donate during Shabbaton registration.
