December 24th, 2012
Abby Ladov celebrated her Bat Mitzvah on November 3, 2012, amidst the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. The service was held at Temple Ner Tamid in Bloomfield, New Jersey and the party was at The LOFT in Montclair, New Jersey.
When the Ladovs initially began planning Abby’s celebration, the Bat Mitzvah girl requested a fun evening filled with lots of dancing and candy. They never anticipated a hurricane hitting the tri-state area and had to shift gears a bit.
Unfortunately, they lost power in their home and didn’t get it back until November 9. All the hotels in the area were completely booked, so they stayed in their house — with no power! — before, during and immediately after the celebration. They were finally able to get a hotel room when their out-of-town guests checked out of their rooms.
Luckily they had been planning a smaller, more intimate celebration, so they had only invited immediate family, closest local friends, and Abby’s friends. The only out-of-town guests were Abby’s grandparents, who were fortunately able to fly in from Florida. In perhaps the funniest coincidence of the weekend, Abby’s grandmother is named Sandy and her great grandmother is named Irene!
Mom Meredith said that everyone who helped plan and orchestrate the celebration was wonderful, and helped the family not only salvage but enjoy the Bat Mitzvah. The temple did not have power but the service went on anyway – in the dark and in the cold! The Kiddush luncheon also took place as planned and guests stayed, in their coats and hats. The LOFT, their party venue, didn’t lose power, and everyone was extra ready to party that evening.
“It was a very long and difficult two weeks but mostly what we’ll remember is the fantastic celebration of Abby’s Bat Mitzvah with everyone near and dear to us,” said Mom Meredith. “We are so thankful to everyone who helped make it happen.”
All photography was provided by Andy Foster Photography and the rest of the vendors are listed at the bottom.
Pictured above L-R: Brother Robbie, Dad Jonathan, Bat Mitzvah girl Abby, Mom Meredith
Dara Grunberg of Dear Friends designed Abby’s invitation, which set the tone for a fun sweet celebration.
The bright color, bold fonts, and clean geometric shapes gave guests a clue to what kind of party Abby would be having
The matching envelope had a seal on the back with the family’s address
Abby wore two outfits: one her Temple service and the other to her party.
Abby stuck with a beautiful purple conservative dress for Temple, with detailing on the top, from Outrageous Boutique
For the evening event Abby went with a playful short dress from Ask Alice Boutique which had a removable skirt (see photo of Abby with lollipop below)
Events by Joni made sure the decor at the party was perfect, despite the crazy effects of the weather! The candy decor combined with the chic elegant venue was the perfect vibe for partying.
Abby poses with lollipops much bigger than her
Some centerpieces were pure candy
Other centerpieces combined fresh flowers with candy
The pale yellow napkins were adorned with colorful candy necklackes as napkin rings
The theme was Abby’s Sweet Night, and the decor reflected the motto clearly.
This sign combines every delicious candy bar you can think of
There was a candy bar set up filled with many different kinds of sweet treats
Abby made a dramatic entrance with dancers from New York Motion.
New York Motion provided the music for the celebration with Doc Martin as the MC.
Rather than putting a damper on the party, Sandy just made everyone want to celebrate even more
The guests were more than ready to let loose and you can tell from the packed dance floor
The Little Daisy Bakeshop made Abby’s three layer cake, and they kept it whimsical and sweet to match her sugary theme.
Tall candy adds height to the cake
Frosting on the base, rather than on the cake itself, allows the cake’s design to shine through (while still congratulating the Bat Mitzvah girl!)
RKN Designs helped put together delicious favors to thank the guests who worked hard to make it to Abby’s celebration, despite the weather obstacles.
Even the favor bags stuck with the theme colors
With this bag of sugary goodness, you can be sure the guests did have a very sweet night
Luckily everyone stayed safe during Hurricane Sandy, and the celebration was able to go on as planned. These photos are proof that Abby will definitely have an extremely memorable Mitzvah to look back on — it’s not every Bat Mitzvah family that poses in front of a tree like this one!
The Ladovs made the most of their situation
You could say Abby was elevated with excitement
Mom Meredith stayed calm through the extremely unexpected, and she shares some advice to help others do the same:
“If you are not a planner (like I am not), hire one if you can! It relieves a lot of stress when you know you can count on a professional to attend to the details…especially in the event of the unexpected. Stay calm, it all gets done, and try to remember that although we all want it to be perfect, this is about celebrating your child’s milestone with family and friends, not about impressing them.”
For her Mitzvah Project, Abby chose to raise money for a school for Autism called Reed Academy. Their very close friends have a 15-year old son with Autism, who Abby has grown up with, and he attends Reed.
The school has a mock apartment and they teach the older kids how to live independently. The apartment is still in need of a kitchen, so that is what the money Abby raised is earmarked for.
The following vendors helped to make Abby’s celebration special. If you give any of them a call, please let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: The Loft
Party Planner: Events by Joni
Music Entertainment/MC: Natasha Baron, New York Motion, 201-768-3963
Favor person: Cindy Gerber, RKN Designs
Photo booth: The Main Event
Invitation: Dara Grunberg, Dear Friends, 516-367-7877
Cake: The Little Daisy Bakeshop
Décor: Events by Joni
Flowers: Bartlett’s
Sign-In board: The Printers Place
Abby’s party dress: Ask Alice Boutique, 516-921-2464
Abby’s synagogue dress: Outrageous Boutique
Meredith’s dress: Emily Sky Fashions
Hair: Salon Mosaic
Make up: Marilou, 973-332-8503
Photographer/Videographer: Andy Foster Photography
December 19th, 2012
By Tara Silberg
It’s Tara, telling YOU what’s happening on the Bar/Bat Mitzvah circuit today.
As many of you may know from my last post, my Bar/Bat Mitzvah circuit is slowly coming to a close. It’s been great and I have made memories that will last a lifetime. I would like to say thank you to everyone that has read my posts or supported my writing.
Although I’ve written about Mitzvah style, photo favors, cakes, unique entertainment, candle lighting and more….I wanted to end my series with one more party that was extra special.
My best friend (and cousin), Julia Goldsmith, became a Bat Mitzvah this past November. She wore a gorgeous pink dress, custom made at Pink Domino in Massachusetts.
Besides the great DJ, ample amount of delicious food, and stunning centerpieces, the one thing that stood out to me was the amount of support from Julia’s friends.
One couldn’t even imagine the heartfelt speeches, gifts, and love received by Julia. Personally, my favorite part of the night was when a few of Julia’s closest guy friends got up on stage and sang to her. The emotions going through me at that moment were indescribable.
The boys sang acapella Baby by Justin Bieber while Julia sat comfortably grinning at their talent. From what I saw, her smile couldn’t have been any larger or brighter. Success!
Julia is serenaded by some friends
Hope everyone has a nice holiday season and a wonderful winter.
Tara with her friend Julia
About Tara Silberg
I’m in 8th grade at Jericho Middle School and I love art. When I say art, I’m talking about photography, painting, and drawing. I also love music. When I feel stressed, I listen to my iPod to calm down. I will most likely attend between 60-70 Bar/Bat Mitzvahs before I finish 8th grade. I’m excited to be reporting from “The Bar/Bat Mitzvah Circuit” for Mitzvah Market.com.
Editor’s Note: We thank Tara for reporting “on the circuit” for MitzvahMarket.com for the past year. She was also just named to the advisory board of Your Teen – congratulations!
If your child is in 7th grade and would like to file reports “on the circuit”, let us know at info@mitzvahmarket.com and we will send details of what is involved.
December 19th, 2012
Here’s a great way to incorporate environmentally friendly elements into your child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration.
Circles of Life Seed Paper Kippot are made from 100% recycled, 100% recyclable, 100% biodegradable seed paper and all products are made right here in the United States.
When exposed to a plant friendly environment like soil and water, a beautiful flower garden will grow from your Kippot!
Kippot come in a variety of colors or you can custom make a design
After your service, guests plant and add water
Make your garden grow!
Here’s a custom design that was done for a B’nai Mitzvah
What a great idea to provide future flower gardens for your family and friends!
To learn more, visit their Website.
December 14th, 2012
Alexa Miller celebrated her Bat Mitzvah on May 12, 2012 with services at The Woodbury Jewish Center in Woodbury, NY and then onto the celebration with family and friends at Pine Hollow Country Club in East Norwich, NY.
No stranger to performing Alexa is an accomplished dancer. She did a great job during her service and when it was time to head to her reception she was ready to shine.
Pictured above from the left is Bat Mitzvah girl Alexa, Dad Steven, younger sister Jillian and Mom Margot.
Ira Rosen was the photographer and the rest of the vendors are listed at the bottom of this spotlight.
The Millers used Dara Grunberg of Dear Friends for the beautiful and sophisticated invitation in pale pink with grey ink setting the color palette for the entire party. It was embellished with ivory ribbon edged with pink, some tulle and of course a rhinestone buckle and rhinestone accents to celebrate her love of all things sparkly!
The Miller Family looked regal and chic the night of the party. Bat Mitzvah girl Alexa’s gown was actually a bridal gown. It was white but in the middle of the skirt was a layer of off-white tulle which coordinated with accents of off-white lace and beading on the bodice. The back was corseted and tied in a bow. She also wore an amazing rhinestoned crown both bought at It’s Simply for You. To top the ensemble off, she wore white glittery Kate Spade shoes with big bows on the front. Mom Margot’s elegant gown was bought at Mieka Boutique. Dad Steven joined the color scheme with his pink bow tie and tuxedo from Bloomingdale’s. Sister Jillian completed the picture with a pink gown from Designing Dreams.
Alexa started the night and the cocktail hour in this short Sheri Hill dress from It’s Simply for You
The ballroom at Pine Hollow Country Club was sophisticated with a palette of pale pink, silver and lots of crystals. The decor was a collaboration of Alexa, Mom Margot and Danae of Stefan Florist.
The entryway of the club is elegant and a beautiful setting for guests to pick up their place cards
Place cards were done by Someday Designs and the place card holders Mom Margot got from a bridal website
Alexa striking a pose in front of the entrance to the kid’s cocktail hour
The entire perimeter was enhanced with a combination of back lit giant images of Alexa
The ballroom was completely draped in pure white fabric with white lounge furniture and shimmer pink pillows. The tufted couches and bar all had rhinestones set into each tuft!
The centerpieces from Stefan Florist were made up of white hydrangea accented with soft pink roses and blush pink spray roses, bursts of white phaelaeonopsis orchid stems displayed from crystal vases with crystal beading. They were based off of a picture Mom Margot cut out of a bridal magazine years ago!
Some of the beautiful and fun elements that were included were:
The table linens, napkins and ribbon with rhinestone buckle were all done by Table Wraps perfectly complimenting the color palette of the party
Logo’d socks for the kids
Pink imprinted napkins with grey text and a beautiful thought
Little sister Jillian stands next to her poster
EJ the DJ dancers led the way as the Guest of Honor is about to make her entrance.
EJ The DJ dancers led the way
In the middle of the party, guests were asked to take their seats to watch a “special presentation” created by Ethan Kornfeld. Alexa loves the movie “Burlesque” so they tweaked it and produced a short film highlighting the theme of the party, which was a twist on the movie “Burlesque” using Alexa’s name: Burlex.
While showing the the film to her guests, Alexa left and changed into a dance costume. When the movie ended, Alexa was back on the dance floor performing for her friends and family
Watch here
EJ the DJ provided the non-stop music and dancing for this party. MC CL kept the dance floor packed!
The interactive stations by Just Rebecca Events were placed throughout the space and included flip flops with pictures on them, create your own perfume or cologne station, a custom pinnie shop and more!
Flip flops with the kids pictures on them
A perfume station where guests were able to blend their own custom fragrance
Alexa organized a dance-a-thon in March 2011 and raised over $9,000 for The Dizzy Feet Foundation which funds and supports dance education programs for children in low-income areas and provides scholarships to talented students. To read all about Alexa’s Mitzvah Project profile we featured on Mitzvah Market click here.
Shirts Alexa’s friends received for participating in her Mitzvah Project
Alexa and her friends at the event
Advice from Mitzvah Mom Margot:
“The best advice I can give is to be organized. Do as many things a head of time as possible. And hire great people. I truly feel as if I had the “Dream Team” running my party. They all were such a pleasure to work with and were above and beyond helpful to me during the entire process. They listened to what we wanted and delivered ten-fold! People said we looked so relaxed and like we enjoyed every second and we truly did because we knew we were in great hands. After all was said and done- we wouldn’t have changed a single thing. It was truly perfect!”
This beautiful six-tiered cake was created by Cake Boss finalist Corina Elgart of Taste: It’s In the Cake. Inside was funfetti with butter cream filling…yum!
Amy Richards of And That came up with the designs for the sweatshirts, the dancer t-shirts and the dance floor giveaways which were boys and girls shirts and logo’d headphones like beatz.
The cubbies from Just Rebecca Events kept the kids favors organized and neat
The back of the black hooded favor for the girls
The date written out on the sleeve
The boys sweatshirts
The candy table was lovingly designed and presented from some very special friends of the Miller Family – Kim, Lynn and Maria. Their company is called Sweetibles.
Alexa’s Sugar Factory was opened!
Every guest received a pink lollipop with a pink rhinestoned stick from The Sugar Factory
Each was wrapped with pink tulle ribbon and a custom hang tag which read: “Sweet Dreams, Love, Alexa”
The following vendors helped to make Alexa’s party special. If you give any of them a call, let them know MitzvahMarket.com sent you.
Venue: Pine Hollow Country Club, 516-922-0300
Music Entertainment: MC CL, EJ The DJ, 631-348-7848
Decor/Flowers/Lounge: Stefan’s Florist
Photographer: Ira Rosen Studios
Videographer: Ethan Kornfeld Studios
Invitations: Dara Grunberg, Dear Friends , 516-367-7877
Party Entertainment: Just Rebecca, 516-933-0911
Place cards: Someday Designs
Linen and Napkins: Judy, Table Wraps
Menu Cards: Platinum Affairs
Kids Favors: Amy and Jen, And That…Gift, 516-364-9222
Cake: Corinna Elgart, Cakes By Taste
Candy Table: Sweetibles
Rhinestone Lollipops: The Sugar Factory
Digital Sign-in: Michelle Collins, Simon Elliot Events , 516-586-6822
Bat Mitzvah Girl’s Dress: It’s Simply For You, 516-921-2863
Mom’s Dress: Mieka Boutique
Jillian’s Dress: Designing Dreams, 516- 248-1988
Hair: Meghan, Rosanna, Jackie, NV Salon
Make-Up: Lauren, Dakotah Salon
Socks: Sockprints
December 12th, 2012
A story teller, Todd Shapera Photography captures a child’s inner beauty and close family connections with relaxed, lifestyle images, and beautiful lighting. He is a calm, unobtrusive artist.
Recently, Todd was the photographer and D.J. Chainat was the party planner at a Bat Mitzvah celebration for a girl named Haley who has a massive crush on Justin Bieber.
Haley and her family
After her father/daughter dance, Haley was tapped on the shoulder and surprised by Justin Bieber impersonator Matt Taylor. Matt just started doing these gigs to raise money for his sister who is battling cancer
Keep reading to learn about another surprise in the bag!
He serenades her with the song “Baby” and then an acoustic version of “One Less Lonely Girl”
He continued singing with two more songs that he sang and danced to: “Somebody to Love” and “Boyfriend“
Among other things, the bag contained tickets to an upcoming Justin Bieber New York concert.
Matt stayed and danced with all the kids for another 30 minutes
After all that excitement, Haley enjoys the traditional horah
We thank Todd Shapera Photography for sharing this surprise with our readers. To learn more about Todd, visit his Website at www.ToddShapera.com.
December 9th, 2012
While some people may panic if they had trouble coming up with the perfect theme for a Bat Mitzvah girl, Melisa Imberman of The Event Of A Lifetime just got creative instead.
The family and Melisa were struggling to find a theme that felt “just right,” so taking the Bat Mitzvah girl’s favorite color, purple, and her middle name, Rose, Melisa began brainstorming. As the Bat Mitzvah girl began to fall in love with the process of creating her custom made purple gown, the final piece of the puzzle fell into place.
With only a color, a flower, and the gown as guides, Melisa designed a party filled with elegance and beauty.
The custom-made purple gown that inspired the decor
The seating cards were printed in purple ink with a rose design on each one
Instead of a typical sign-in book or board, Melisa attached note cards on purple ribbons to a miniature (purple!) dress
The centerpieces were miniature versions of the Bat Mitzvah girl’s purple gown–each gown was different but they were all adorned with roses
The cake was a sophisticated three-tier creation topped with roses
If you love these dress centerpieces as much as we do, you’re in luck! They are for sale in various colors.
Contact Karyn Greenblatt at 516-413-9327, she has 11 centerpieces. You can also contact Melissa at 914-762-5770, she has 4 centerpieces.
For more information about The Event Of A Lifetime, visit their Website.
December 7th, 2012
The Mittleman family of Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey celebrated their son Jordan’s Bar Mitzvah on January 14, 2012 at Beth Haverim Shir Shalom in Mahwah, New Jersey.
Their reception, which included close friends from near and far was held at the Rockleigh Country Club in Rockleigh, New Jersey.
Mom Jenn tried to think of every detail to make this the most memorable night for Jordan. We think after reading this spotlight you will agree that she succeeded!
Pictured above (L-R): Sister Emily, Mom Jennifer, Bar Mitzvah boy Jordan and Dad Alan
All party photography is by Joe Pacifico and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the bottom of the spotlight.
Here is the full court action.
This chocolate brown and textured basketball invitation was custom made by Bee’s Cards and perfect for a basketball fan. The stamp from Zazzle.com is a picture of Jordan dunking the ball!
The front of the invitation
The inside of the invitation
The Mittleman Family looked sophisticated in their party clothes. Mom Jennifer looked elegant in her custom bronze Donald Deal gown, daughter Emily was in a couture burnt orange dress from Gotham City Clothing. Both father and son were in Hermes suits
Jordan loves basketball which made the theme an easy one to choose and the theme was carried throughout the party. A huge decal on the dance floor for Jordan’s Hall of Fame
Guests signed a beautifully framed basketball jersey which now hangs in Jordan’s room
The color scheme of chocolate brown and orange was perfect for the basketball theme party. It was all pulled together and came to life with the help of Debbie’s Designs. Dispersed throughout the room were jerseys, basketball hoops and basketballs starting with the entrance and the place card table. The place card table had graffiti basketballs with Jordan’s initials on top of cylinders with lit votive candles
Place cards were mounted on basketball textured paper
Pictures of Jordan on Sports Illustrated magazine covers looked very authentic
High cocktail tables were filled with mini basketballs in the kids lounge
Pretty floral centerpieces on the adult tables
Jordan’s basketball jersey hung around the room
Jordan produced his own entrance video! Watch his creative work here
Jordan’s basketball themed montage was created by Spot On Pictures. Watch it here
Dad Alan having a great time
The boys loved their Joe Boxer underwear giveaway and decided to wear them immediately on the outside of their clothes!
A fun party crasher
Mom Jenn and Jordan share a dance together
Jordan’s sister Emily giving a speech to her big brother
Guests were entertained with airbrushing, flip books and basketball entertainer Jack Ryan a.k.a. The Hoop Wizard. He taught Bar Mitzvah boy Jordan how to twirl 2 basketballs!
Mom Jennifer tells MM.com that you could see the outside Gobo lights from Jordan’s Bar Mitzvah across town!
Jordan’s creative cake was created by Le Petite Gateau
The favor bags were in keeping with the party’s theme of brown and orange
The front said “Jordan’s Hall of Fame”
The back of the sweatshirt featured signatures of his favorite Hall of Famer’s like Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain…how cool!
Some advice from Mom Jennifer:
“Don’t think it’s crazy to plan early! I started planning 2 years before. It’s important to stay organized! Go to Staples and buy yourself a binder and folders and label each section. My sections included: 1. Reception Venue/Cake. 2. Temple/Kiddush, 3. Hotel info, 4. DJ/montage. 5. Favors/Vendors, 6. Clothing receipts. Make lists so you feel the satisfaction when you can cross things off. Make sure you go to three different post offices to have invitations weighed (I can’t express this enough) that was my biggest nightmare. After the Bar Mitzvah celebration was over the word we heard repeatedly was “warm” and that means we accomplished what we set out to do. Jordan had the time of his life and appreciated every aspect of the night.”
Mitzvah Project:
For Jordan’s Mitzvah Project he chose to raise money for a cause that is close his heart. He created a Shoot-a-thon challenge and all of the money that was raised was donated to The Foundation for Diabetes Research. The reason he chose this charity is in honor of Mom Jenn, an Uncle, sister Emily and his late Grandfather who all have Type 1 Diabetes. Jordan went to various friends houses in town and shot at baskets until he sank 13 shots at each house. He was able to achieve his goal with friends and was able to raise $2,000.
Jordan and his friends following him as he makes his basketball shots around the neighborhood
The Mittlemans offered their guests a sweet surprise at the end of the evening wrapped in packaging that included Jordan’s logo “Jordan’s Hall of Fame”
Orange basketball bagels beautifully wrapped
and orange soda to enjoy on the way home
The following vendors helped to make Jordan’s Bar Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, please let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: Rockleigh Country Club, 201-768-7171
Party Planner: Debbie’s Designs, 973-696-7930
Music Entertainment/Videography: DJ Jeff Yahney, 631-425-5333
Favors: Top Elements, 732-972-8290
Basketball Entertainer: Jack Ryan, Hoop Wizard, 917-754-2486
Extra Entertainment (XBox, Dance Dance Revolution, Pop A Shot, Poly Pong): DJ Jeff Yahney, 631-425-5333
Airbrushing: Cameron Create, 973-609-2625
Flipbooks: NJ Jersey FlipBooks, 973-580-0474
Invitation: Bee’s Cards, 661-244-1233
Cake: Le Petit Gateau, 201-391-6300
Decor/Florist/Sign-In Board: Debbie’s Design, 973-696-7930
Mom Dress: Mom Jennifer, Donald Deal 212-398-5007
Sister Emily: Gotham City Clothing, 973-912-8412
Suits for family: Hermes
Hair/makeup: Barbara, Joseph Taylor Salon, 845-639-0900
Transportation: Limo Express, 201-343-3488
Photographer: Joe Pacifico, 718-339-6642
Montage: Wanda Weber, Spot On Pictures, 212-979-9667
Entrance Video: Bar Mitzvah boy Jordan Mittleman
Kippah: Mazel Tops 800-397-0703
Custom Basketball Tallis: Israel Book Shop 800-323-7723
Custom Stamp: Zazzle.com
Dunkin Jordan sign: Debbie’s Designs
Basketball bagels : Shoprite
December 7th, 2012
Greeting your guests with creative seating cards is a great way to start your child’s Mitzvah celebration!
Timeless Paper from Etsy offers many and stylish three dimensional ways to use place cards with paper that will sit on the edge of a glass!
Check out the photos below – there are many themes to choose from and they can even create a custom shape for you.
The process begins with a hand drawn sketch. The paper designs are then engineered to the highest level of quality. Dots are hand painted to add decorative detail. Each design is then digitized to allow customization of the dot color and personalization.
A snowflake for a winter theme!
We love the airplane…
A butterfly
Check out all the rest by clicking here.
December 5th, 2012
Zach Levin from New Jersey celebrated his Bar Mitzvah on December 1, 2012 and raised an amazing $18,740 dollars for a project very close to his and his family’s heart.
Pictured L-R is Mom Randi, Bar Mitzvah boy Zach, Gallery Educator Sol Rosenkranz, Dad Chaim and Sister Amanda at the Museum of Jewish Heritage.
We asked Zach to explain. Please continue reading to learn more:
MM: What is the name of your Mitzvah Project?
ZL: My Mitzvah Project is called, “Beyond the Last Generation.” I have teamed up with the Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust, in New York City, to preserve the memory of the Holocaust for future generations.
MM: Can you give us details of your Mitzvah Project?
ZL: My grandfather Benjamin Levin is one of the last surviving fighting Partisans from Lithuania. He risked his life to save others and to be a witness to history. My goal was to raise 15,000 dollars for the Museum of Jewish Heritage which represents a penny for every child who perished in the Holocaust. I just had my Bar Mitzvah and announced that I have raised $18,740. This money will go toward the Gallery Education Program for the museum. The instructors are mostly Holocaust survivors, children of survivors, WWII veterans, and teachers, who are committed to educating about their heritage. We anticipate the museum to educate around 60,000 visitors a year.
MM: If it involves a donation, what are you doing to spread the word?
ZL: I have a Website at www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/beyondthelastgeneration/zachary
I gave speeches at various organizations and held a jewelry fundraiser and a garage sale in the Fall.
MM: Why did you decide to take on a Mitzvah Project?
ZL: To me, becoming a Bar Mitzvah gives me the responsibility to continue his legacy and educate others about this awful event in history. Charity is very important to my family as well.
MM: Does your project have a start and end date, if so what are they?:
ZL: People can still donate to this very important cause on my Website as my project which was started in March 2012 will go through March 2013.
We thank Zach for sharing his great Mitzvah Project with our readers and wish him Mazel Tov for exceeding his incredible goal!
If your child did a past, present or future Mitzvah Project that you would like to share, please let us know at info@MitzvahMarket.com.
December 5th, 2012
WM Events out of Atlanta and Denver planned a unique Bar Mitzvah celebration for a Denver Family.
After the service there was a casual family BBQ in the backyard then it was onto a fun street party at Erico Motor Sports.
This event was non-stop excitement, with classics like four square, double dutch jump ropes, hula hoops, bubbles, basketball, and sidewalk chalk to get the kids going.
All photography was done by David Wegwart.
Hula Hoops provided lots of fun for guests old and young
Double dutch jump ropes
Jennifer Mosquera from the Art Salon Denver created a unique piece of street art of the family dog
Delicious tacos provided by the Comida Food Truck
Occasions Denver had all their waiters dressed as car mechanics all branded with the Bar Mitzvah boy’s name
The Bar Mitzvah boy makes his entrance
An overview of the room with many different food and entertainment stations
The florist, Newberry Brothers went the non-floral route with centerpieces sculpted from spare motorcycle parts
Very cool motorcycle decor
Photo booth with a real motor bike and fun racing background
The giant sign-in board with his logo and spinning letters that spelled out his name
We thank WM Events for sharing such a unique Bar Mitzvah celebration with our readers.
