Author: Gittie Munitz

This was our 3rd or 4th time in Gan Eden Pesach at the Pierpont lodge in Ventura, and one of the nicest things about it is the heimishe atmosphere where everyone feels like family. The support staff, particularly the Gelfman family, were phenomenal. All the Rabbis were inspiring, as was Dr. Ganjian who spoke on family relationships and answered related medical questions. 3 awesome lectures on the teachings of Kabbala and Chassidus was given by Rochel Udkof, a super talented and incredibly knowledgable young woman in the mystical side of Torah, who blew our minds and fed our souls. We also had a couple of beautiful and meaningful farbrengens, one led by Zohar Sasson and one by Suri Levilev, 2 more women steeped in Chassidus. And listening to shiurim, farbrenging and davening in a shul room (not to mention our own room) with a view of the ocean, greatly enhanced our experience. The entertainment as well was enjoyed by all. A big yasher koach to the director of the Pesach program David Yerushalmi, and as we all said at the conclusion of the Seder...L'Shana Ha'Ba B'Yerushalayim!