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Shavuot Retreat: Milford, PA
May 21-24
Upcoming Event
Shavuot 2026
m, PA
This is a Shavuot built for people who want the real thing. Four days on a private property in the Pennsylvania woods — pond views, nature trails, the Delaware River a ten-minute walk away — with serious food, intentional programming, and the kind of people who show up fully.
SHAVUOT 5786
Four days in the Pennsylvania woods. Serious food, real davening, and people who chose to be here. That's the whole idea.
We found a private property in Millrift — wooded, quiet, sitting above a pond with the Delaware River a ten-minute walk away. Up to 70 guests. Intimate enough that you'll know everyone by the end of the first meal.
The food is extraordinary. Chef Itta Werdiger Shamberg runs the culinary program — every Shavuot meal is abundant, communal, and intentional. The programming is led by Freida Levin, Chaya Chanin, and Moishe Chanin, who have been building experiences like this for over a decade. The kids and teens have their own robust tracks so the adults can actually be present.
We set the stage, you show up. Everything else is taken care of.
What's included:
✔ 4 days and 3 nights lodging
✔ Full Shavuot meal program — all meals included
✔ Davening and Torah reading
✔ Shiurim, group learning, and workshops
✔ Kids program (ages 3–13)
✔ Teen program (ages 13–17)
✔ Access to the full property — pond, grounds, nature trails, Delaware River nearby
A note on how we run it:
Fully Orthodox. Glatt Kosher. Yom Tov observed completely. Mechitza in shul for davening. No dress code. Everyone sits together at meals.
Location and timing:
Private retreat property, Milford, PA. Full address shared after booking.
Check-in: Thursday, May 21
Check-out: Sunday, May 24
Getting here:
By train — Port Jervis station, 4.3 miles away. Direct service from Penn Station on the Port Jervis line (check times in advance — service is limited).
By car — approximately 90 minutes from Manhattan.
Closest airports — Orange County Airport (32 mi), Stewart International (39 mi), Stroudsburg-Pocono (40 mi).
The Gathering
The Gathering creates exceptional Jewish experiences for people who are ready to show up - in practice, in connection, in life. We are a community of Orthodox spaces with inclusive edges, offering meticulously curated retreats and gatherings throughout the year that honor both tradition and the individual. From family holiday experiences to adults-only immersive weekends and workshops, we deliver elevated programming - think culinary artistry, thoughtful design, full sensory immersion - led by skilled facilitators who have been pioneering this work for over a decade. We’re committed to the concept of the collective - be it a meaningful holiday party or a soulful shul situation - we’re creating fully realized experiences, and trusting you completely to make them your own. Your voice, your participation, your offering - this is what transforms a curated experience into something alive. If you've been seeking a Jewish space that matches your energy, we're here. Come as you are.
FAQ
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Yes! This is open to men and women. Singles, couples and families are all welcome.
We host family events for the holidays of Rosh Hashana and Shavuot, and adult-only retreats each year.
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We hold an Orthodox-adjacent standard, meaning everything is completely Glatt Kosher, and Shabbos is observed fully, AND we don’t have dress standards, men and women sit and sing together.. etc.
The shul has a mechitzah and women and men pray separately.
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The Gathering is hosted and facilitated by coaches of different modalities. We are here and available to provide moderate support while on the retreat.
You can schedule additional paid sessions directly with each provider after.
You are responsible to ensure you have sufficient physical or emotional support to prepare for and integrate after this experience.
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We do our best to assign rooms to attendees who will enjoy each other’s company.
Women will be billeted with women, men with men.
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Yes!
We are usually a solid mix of singles and couples, and everyone spends most of the time together- we’re family a few hours in!
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Yes. Please reach out to Freida (718) 501-4378 to make arrangements!
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Email us at team@thegathering.community