Menucha’s kitchen staff will provide delicious, nutritious food that will delight you and keep you fueled for all the creativity. If you have food allergies, please make sure you have filled out the Alternate Dietary Request form on our website no later than July 27.   www.menucha.org/dining/alternatediet

How are meals served?
Menucha serves meals family style. This means volunteer meal servers will bring the food in serving bowls and plates to the table so people may fill their own plates. It will be good to continue what’s always been good practice – wash your hands well before you come to meals!

What if I filled out an Alternate Dietary Form? Do I do anything different?
If you submitted an alternate dietary request form, you’ll wait a few minutes until the serving bowls and plates have gone to the tables, then go to the kitchen window, tell them your name and they'll give you your meal. You can get your water/tea/coffee while you wait.

Can we sit on the terrace?
Yes. There are small outside chairs and tables with umbrellas. If you are going to sit outside, get your plate and food from a table designated for sitting outside -it will be marked as such. If you choose to sit outside make sure to bring your dishes in to the tubs, and make sure the tables are clean after you are finished.

Will we be signing up to be Volunteer Meal Servers?
Yes! We’ll have the sign-up sheets available at registration and in Wright Hall.

Who are the Volunteer Meal Servers?
Someone who arrives in the dining hall 10 minutes before the start of a meal. These people will set the table with the provided silverware and plates, bring the dishes of food to their table, ensure people at their table know where water/tea/coffee are located, and make sure the table gets cleaned off after the meal. You will be asked to sign up to serve at a meal or two.

Coffee, tea, water?
Yes! We'll have them at meals. Coffee stations in the buildings will be available for use. Menucha staff will bring water coolers to outdoor studios.

Creative Arts - It's about art and community

Creative Arts at Menucha is not just about the class time. The friendships formed are priceless. Those happen during class, over meals, and in the evenings.

What happens in the evenings?

After dinner, there are presentations by teachers at 7pm on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. After the evening program, At about 8pm, folks sing, play scrabble and card games, engage in warm conversation, stargaze, or go back to the studios to work. Gathering places include Wright Hall, the patio behind Wright Hall, the lounge in Creevey, and Ballard Porch.

Quiet time begins at 10pm.

That's not all the evenings, what happens on Wednesday?

Wednesday is what we call "Glam Night" Come to dinner and evening festivities all glammed up. We will have some accessories to help you complete your ensemble.

Then at 7pm we'll play Bingo. If you choose to play, please bring a prize to add to the selections - but not a scented candle.

What about Friday evening? What is the Walk About?

Friday we'll celebrate everyone's creativity by walking around to see each studio's work. Only student work is displayed. Beginning at around 7 pm students and guests walk on an informal tour of the studios to celebrate the week and the work accomplished. Family/friend guests can come for this evening, just let us know they are coming. Please invite them to come at 7pm for the Walk About, but not for dinner.

What to bring?
Linens and towels are provided by Menucha in all rooms.
Menucha has blankets for use outside, and pool towels, which are found in the entry to the Office building.

• Clothes: It’s summer, there’s not much air-conditioning, weather varies between very hot, pleasant, chilly or rainy. Think layers, casual clothes, a warm jacket or sweater. Bring attire for the tennis court, swimming pool and for walking. Comfortable shoes are a must! Some classes are messy and aprons and “paint clothes” are wise.
• Refillable water bottle - Be sure to tag it with your name
• Shampoo and bath soap
• Hangers
• Flashlight, Clamp-On work light, night light
• Insect repellent/ bug bite anti-itch gel
• Sunblock
• Alarm clock
• Ear plugs and eye mask for light sleepers
• Musical instruments
• Cards, board games and books
• Camera and chargers, Journal and sketchbook
• Fan - Be sure to tag it with your name
• An extension cord can also be helpful. Be sure to tag it with your name.
• The supplies listed for your workshop. You can print it from the CAC website on the page with your class description. Lab fees will be paid directly to your instructor.

Please keep in mind that whatever you bring, you should be prepared to take it home or dispose of it properly. This includes supplies you end up not using, beverage bottles and cans. Menucha does have some recycle recycling bins at Wright Hall.

What buildings are being used for housing this year?

Participants will be staying in all buildings at Menucha this year! Wright Hall, Ballard Hall, Boyd Hall, Creevey Complex, Beam House, the Barn, and the Hideaway. You can see pictures of these buildings and some of the rooms in them here.

When will I find out what room I'm assigned?

When you arrive on Sunday for check-in we'll let you know what room you are assigned. Room assignments are based on occupancy level chosen, along with stated  mobility and health needs.

Do I have to bring a sleeping bag or my own linens or towels?

No, sheets and towels are provided for all participants. If you are "pillow-picky" you might want to bring your own favorite pillow.

Can my friend/family come see me during camp?

Sunday through Thursday, no. Please do not invite guests at mealtimes nor for the evening presentations in Wright Hall. As always, there are no accommodations for unregistered overnight guests.

Do I have to wear a mask?

Please gauge your own comfort level and needs -wear one if you would like to and would feel more comfortable. May of the studios are outdoors, and all of them will have the windows open.