May 21st, 2014
Twins Hallie and Jared celebrated their B’nai Mitzvah at the Marlboro Jewish Center in Marlboro, New Jersey, with a Havdallah service followed by a black tie celebration.
Mom Randee hand-made many of the party elements and says her family’s celebration was truly the, “Best Day Ever.”
Pictured L-R: Bat Mitzvah girl Hallie, Dad Joel, Mom Randee and Bar Mitzvah boy Jared
DonaLisa Photography took all of the pictures and the rest of the vendors are listed at the bottom of this spotlight.
A coordinating stamp was used on all invitations
First the ladies: Mom Randee’s long gown was from Castle Couture and Hallie’s hi-low dress was from Rue Royale Couture. Both Dad Joel and Jared wore tuxedos from Russell’s Tuxedo Court
Later in the evening, Hallie slipped into her blinged out sneakers that her mom bedazzled!
The Havdallah service was held at the Marlboro Jewish Center
Randee created the blinged holders for the yarmulkes, ladies head coverings and service programs
Mom Randee created Hallie and Jared’s logo with Inkwell. It was used on various elements throughout their celebration. Their initials and date of their B’nai Mitzvah were included in their custom logo
It was the BEST.DAY.EVER!
Guests took photos in front of their step n repeat banner produced at stickersbanners.com
The family worked with Dave Esquenazi on the food and Cindi Kaplin from Simply Invitations on the decor
Randee created this sign for the kids lounge area
White feather centerpieces were on each table
Randee created many special touches herself! Including the place cards, head coverings and basket, bathroom basket frame and sign, yarmulke baskets, service programs, table numbers, napkin rings, menu cards, cake topper, centerpiece for place card table, photo books and signage for sign-in, signage for kids lounge, step and repeat banner, goody bags and she still found time to bling up Hallie’s sneakers for the party!
Bathroom basket
Place card table and centerpiece
Place cards
Menu card
Music entertainment was provided by Noble Entertainment with twin MCs Phil and Andrew!
The dance floor was packed all night!
Jared up in the chair for the Horah!
Hallie’s turn
Randee danced with her guests
Dad Joel works for MSG as a video producer. He enjoyed creating their montage so much that he would like to start creating these special Bar Bat Mitzvah montages for other families too. The creative montage featured Joel’s “sports” friends from MSG and other video clips. It was a big hit with the crowd!
Like many of the other elements, Randee designed Hallie and Jared’s sign-in books and the sign! Each book had a picture of each guest!
Guests found their picture in each book and could sign their name and/or leave a special message
There was lots of extra entertainment for guests at this celebration. Hair bling was provided by Donna Belle Hair Jewels
Photo fun by The Main Event
Tattoos by Any Time Any Face
Mom Randee made the large initial cake topper and blinged the candles!
The entire family
Hallie and Jared’s friends posed for a photo
Inkwell Global Marketing created the sweatshirts, t-shirts and drawstring bags for guests
Guests also received water bottles with custom labels, a bag of chips, cookies, danish and comfy slippers for the ride home!
Favor bags for guests lined up and ready to go!
Check out the many treats for these guests….Snow cones
Chocolate fountains
Pucker Powder
The Best Day Ever left Jared, and especially Hallie, exhausted!
The family walked in the March Of Dimes, “March For Babies Walk” on April 27, 2014, in New York City to raise money to fund research that helps prevent premature births and promote healthy pregnancies. Hallie and Jared chose this Mitzvah Project in memory of their sister, Marni Joy, who was born premature at 26 weeks and only lived in the NICU for 11 days
Some Mom to Mom advice from Randee:
“1. Be organized and start early! Get creative, get involved, I was sketching logos, designing color combinations, attending Bar Mitzvah showcases and researching ideas at least a year before our B’nai Mitzvah.
2. Before affair: Get kids involved, let them have a say, give them choices and let them help out.
3. Day of affair: Take a moment or two and soak it all in, realize it was all worth it. Soak up all of the love and smiles, I did!!
4. Write thank you notes to Rabbi, Cantor and all vendors/people who helped make your affair the best one ever!”
The following vendors helped to make Hallie and Jared’s celebration special. If you call any of these vendors, please let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: Marlboro Jewish Center, 732-536-2300
Caterer/Cake: Dave Esquenazi, Exquisite Caterers, 732-294-0032
Centerpieces and Invitations: Simply Invitations, Cindi Kaplin 732-617-7211
Stamps: Zazzle.com
Music Entertainment: Twin MC’s Phil/Andrew, Noble Productions 732-972-6944
Party Entertainment (Photo table, photo booth and cubbies): The Main Event, 1-800-839-0918
Photographer: DonaLisa Photography, 732-792-6801
Videographer: Kevin Hodapp Video Productions, 732-254-8352
Montage: Made with love by Dad Joel, 908-433-2246, greatmontage@gmail.com
Tattoos: Any Time Any Face, 732-619-6775
Hair Bling: Donna Bella Hair Jewels, 1-888-424-7548
Sign-in books: Made by Mom, www.mixbook.com
Party Favors (Drawstring bag, sweatshirt/t-shirts): Inkwell Global Marketing, 1-800-437-8518
Mom’s Dress: Castle Couture, 732-617-1414
Hallie’s Dress: Rue Royale Couture, 732-758-0224
Dad and Jared’s Tux: Russell’s Tuxedo Court, 732-972-3988
Make-Up: Brittney, 732-688-7396
Yarmulkes: www.kippah.com, 1-888-kippahs
Personalized Napkins: The Knot, 1-800-390-9784
Personalized Items: Vistaprint, 1-866-614-8002
Step N Repeat banner: Stickersbanners.com
May 18th, 2014
Since 1997, Eleni’s Cookies has been a must-see in Manhattan and since then has grown into a national business with their Website and shipping options.
In addition to her stores, Eleni’s signature cookies can be found in Whole Foods, Fairway, Zabars, and Dean & Deluca to name a few.
Her bakery is nut-free and kosher.
Eleni’s can customize the treats with Bar Bat Mitzvah logos and/or pictures and messages.
Check out some of their designs below:
Whether you are happy, sad, love struck or mad, you can have a sweet iCookie Conversation with these adorable smiley faces
OMG! Send a sweet text message to your BFF!
Lots of options for a fashion theme
There are more designs in their Bar Bat Mitzvah section
For more information on these cookies call Eleni’s cookies at 888-4-ELENIS or visit their Website.
May 18th, 2014
The Warter family from Livingston, New Jersey, celebrated son Ryan’s Bar Mitzvah on October 12, 2013, with a ceremony at Temple B’nai Abraham in Livingston, New Jersey, and the reception the next day at Cedar Hill Country Club also in Livingston, New Jersey.
As the family tells Mitzvah Market, they wanted to celebrate the miracle and blessing of Ryan turning 13. At first they were not sure how to create a Bar Mitzvah for a child with special needs, but once committed, they took it head on. They wanted Ryan to experience it all and he sure did!
Pictured L-R: Dad Oren, Brother Jake, Bar Mitzvah boy Ryan, Mom Barbara and Brother Zachary.
The photographer was Dina Bustin Photography and the rest of the vendor spotlight is listed at the end of the spotlight.
When Ryan was born he had many medical problems. While he continues to live with more challenges than most of us could imagine, nothing stops Ryan. He is a smart, funny kid who loves a good party, so that is exactly how they celebrated…with a great party!
The family had fun taking advantage of a photo op on the lawn of the golf course
To honor Ryan and celebrate their family, a small and intimate afternoon service was held at Temple B’nai Abraham. Rabbi Kulwin and Cantor Epstein worked incredibly well with Ryan to make his Bar Mitzvah a success. Since Ryan communicates in sign language, the Warters customized a one-of-a-kind service. Everything from signing and singing the blessings, to having a guitar player accompany the Cantor. All family members and many friends were included in the service.
Ryan held the torah
Julie Maloof Designs created this special invitation. The front had all of Ryan’s service and party information.
The flip side included all of Ryan’s interests and adjectives describing him
Ryan and his brothers were ready to party in their outfits from 580 South.
These handsome boys know how to work it!
The logo created by LikeWear, reflected Ryan’s lovable personality and payed homage to Ryan’s language, American Sign Language, by incorporating the “I Love You” hand sign in place of the “W” for his RWB logo.
One of the centerpieces that displayed Ryan’s cool logo
Personalized photo pillows from a pre-Bar Mitzvah photo shoot looked great on the white lounge furniture
Ryan made his grand entrance on the shoulders of the dancers.
Ryan and his guests were all smiles
Since Ryan loves dancing and being the center of attention, EJ the DJ, MC Kershel and his entire crew made that happen! Amazing music and positive vibes flowed all night long.
The family showed-off their dance moves
Ryan and brother Zachary
Ryan was the center of all the action
High-Fives for everyone
The family made a scrapbook so Ryan could match the personalized messages with pictures of guests.
Claudia from It Could Be Verse created the candle lighting puzzle which featured a younger photo of Ryan.
Ryan pictured with his candle lighting puzzle
Family and friends gathered around Ryan when he lit the candles
Ryan and Mom Barbara lit the candles
Ryan shared many special moments with his parents during the party.
A great hug from Mom
Always the jokester with dad
EJ the DJ provided the great photo favors.
Ryan loves seeing himself in pictures, he looked great!
Ryan and brother Zachary signing together
The favors from LikeWear were T-shirts with Ryan’s logo on the front and the words describing his likes and personality on the back.
Each favor bag had Ryan’s awesome logo
The back of the favors were just like the back of the invitations
Guests were treated to an awesome candy bar at the end of the evening.
The family formed Ryan’s Team and participated in the Friendship Circle Walk on October 21, 2013, to raise awareness and support for The Friendship Circle and Life Town, a community center being built for children with special needs in Livingston, New Jersey. In commemoration, something in the center will be named in honor of Ryan’s project. To read more about Ryan’s Mitzvah project, click here.
The Friendship Walk
Some advice from Mom Barbara:
“Don’t sweat the small stuff. It is important to think of a lot of details, but keep things in perspective. Think about your child and what they need or want, since after all, this celebration is for them! Celebrate with good friends. Love your family. Be in the moment. Count your blessings. At the end of the day, that’s all that matters.”
The following vendors helped to make Ryan’s Bar Mitzvah special. If you call any of them, please let them know you read about them on MitzvahMarket.com.
Temple: B’nai Abraham, 973-994-2290
Venue: Cedar Hill Country Club, 973-992-4700
Party Planners: Mom and brothers Zack and Jake
Music Entertainment/Videographer/Extra Entertainment: MC Kershel, EJ the DJ, 800-358-4335
Photographer: Dina Bustin Photography, 917-593-5165
Logo/Favor person: LikeWear, 973-535-5654
Invitation: Julie Maloof Designs, 973-615-6952
Candle Lighting puzzle board: Claudia, It Could be Verse, 732-679-8093
Candy Table: Mom Barbara
Dresses for family members: Bloomingdales and Nordstrom
Suits for family members: 580 South, 973-758-0580
Hair/makeup: Dieci Spa 973-716-0101
May 14th, 2014
The Rosenzweig family of Closter, New Jersey, celebrated son Jake’s Bar Mitzvah service and reception on January 25, 2014, at Powerhouse Studios and Entertainment in Paramus, New Jersey.
Jake, a Brooklyn Nets fan, decided on a “Jammin’ with Jake” theme and his celebration included a surprise guest who came to party with Jake and his friends.
Pictured L-R: Dad Todd, Mom Ilene, Bar Mitzvah boy Jake and Sister Camryn.
Photography was by Powerhouse Studios & Entertainment and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the bottom of the spotlight.
Jake’s invitation was black card stock with white text in a modern font from Lori of All About Invitations
Powerhouse Studios is a unique 17,000 square foot event venue making it a perfect choice for the family who wants their service and party in one location. According to Mom Ilene, “Powerhouse Studios makes hosting a party fun and non-stressful!”
Jake’s logo was inspired by his favorite basketball team, the Brooklyn Nets, and was created by Lori of All About Invitations
Powerhouse Studios has built-in decor. Jake’s guests enjoyed looking at famous scenes from some of Hollywood’s most popular movies. Powerhouse Studios is a Hollywood themed venue that also boasts a night club environment with illuminated tables and lounge furniture
Jake posed with Marilyn Monroe before the party
The logo was on the lampshade centerpieces and the table linens were black with white napkins
Their huge 1,500 square foot dance floor, high-tech lighting effects and video walls, created the perfect atmosphere for a rockin’ party
Since the theme was “Jammin’ with Jake,” all of Jake’s friends, family and close family friends rocked the night away. MC Darrell and the dancers were amazing and interacted all night with guests. Jake up in the chair for the Horah
MC Darrell, the dancers and the Rosenzweig family with Jake
A perfect photo op for Jake’s friends with Godfrey, one of the dancers
And for Mom Ilene and her friends too!
The sign-in board was a huge poster of Jake featuring his logo
Powerhouse Studios has built-in interactive fun including great arcade games
And arm wrestling with Godfrey
On the Move Events and Entertainment provided a special surprise guest. Verbal Ace, a beat box sensation and contestant from “America’s Got Talent,” was a big hit among the kids
The family decided on a traditional candle lighting ceremony
The family made a wish together
Mitzvah Project:
Jake chose to do a food drive for the Closter Food Pantry in Closter, New Jersey. He collected 45 overflowing bags and delivered them to the pantry where he dated, sorted and stocked all the non-perishable food items he collected.
Jake felt a great sense of accomplishment and will be holding another food drive in the future
Some advice from Mom Ilene:
“I cannot believe I actually survived all the Bar Mitzvah planning. I would love to be able to give some Mom-to-Mom advice that I wish I had. I would have to say to relax and enjoy all of the planning. Make it a fun time. The celebration goes so fast that you might as well enjoy every moment planning and celebrating your child along the way. I would also say not to sweat the small stuff. All the little extras really don’t matter in the whole picture. It’s the special people and the love you feel in the room that makes the celebration a true success.”
The following vendors helped to make Jake’s celebration special. If you give any of them a call, please let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue/Photography: Powerhouse Studios & Entertainment, Paramus, New Jersey location, 201-265-9060
Party Planner: Nicole Estrada, Powerhouse Studios & Entertainment
Music Entertainment: Powerhouse Studios & Entertainment, MC Darrell
Invitations/Logo/Favors: Lori, All About Invitations, 845-357-8070
Sign-in-board: Robert, Powerhouse Studios & Entertainment
Verbal Ace/Speciality Act: On The Move Events and Entertainment, 212-229-1009
Cake: Gourmet Desserts, 973-815-1111
Dress for Sister Camryn: Party Girl, 201-568-8804
Dress for Mom Ilene: Saks Fifth Avenue
Bar Mitzvah boy Jake’s suit: Sam’s Fine Men’s Clothing, 973-422-1000
Dad Todd suit: Tom James, 212-599-1650
Hair/makeup: Studio Nina, 201-767-0008
May 14th, 2014
We read about this story in the Broward/Palm Beach New Times and wanted to share it with our readers.
When it was time for 12 year-old Wellington, Florida, resident Ryan Shnider to plan his Mitzvah Project, he wanted to provide food to families, specifically peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.
For the past six months, Ryan has been raising money for his “PB&J Project” by baking cookies and making lemonade to sell in front of his house.
“I look at this as turning lemons into lemonade…and into PB&J,” he says. To further fund the project, Ryan emailed Whole Foods Market’s Co-CEOs John Mackey and Walter Robb about his idea. Shortly thereafter, the project went forward. The result is a one-day fundraiser at participating Whole Foods stores in Broward and Palm Beach County in South Florida supporting the Pantry of Broward.
The Pantry of Broward serves seniors in need on low fixed incomes and grandparents raising their grandchildren throughout Broward County. Over 400 senior citizens take advantage of the pantry, which distributes more than 25,000 pounds of food per month.
On Tuesday, May 20, all Whole Foods Markets in Broward and Palm Beach counties will donate five percent of their net day’s sales to Ryan’s “PB&J Project.” In addition, participating stores will sell $2 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, customized with a choice of nut butters, jellies, and toppings, with all proceeds benefiting the project.
Ryan and his family will stop at each participating store during the day to assist with the project. Be sure to congratulate him on becoming a man in every sense of the word.
The schedule for the day is as follows:
- Palm Beach Gardens – 10:45 a.m.
- Wellington – 11:45 a.m.
- Boca Raton – 12:45 p.m.
- Coral Springs – 1:30 p.m
- Pembroke Pines – 2:30 p.m.
- Plantation – 3:45 p.m
Good luck Ryan, we know you will make many people very happy!
May 12th, 2014
Sarah Merians Photography & Video Company has grown into so much more than simply snapping a photo. The “&” in their name represents the company they are today.
They want to be in their clients’ lives for a lifetime, as opposed to just one event. This special relationship they foster with all of their clients, in addition to the wide range of products they create and services they offer, is what sets them apart. They are photographers, videographers “&” so much more.
Over the past 28 years, they have grown into a full-service studio for all stages of their client’s lives. Mitzvah children become brides and grooms, and those brides and grooms have continued to return with their new and growing families. What their clients value most is that they understand how important a once-in-a-lifetime day is!
Sarah Merians Photography & Video Company has launched a new Website filled with inspirational images, trends and services from photo booths to video!
Their newly-designed Website has a “Mitzvah” tab filled with samples of their beautiful work. There are several categories to choose from including Pre-Party Shoots, Photo Booth and Trends.
Pre-Party Shoots: Their Mitzvah photography package includes an in studio pre-party shoot with the Bar Bat Mitzvah child and their photographer. This allows for your child to get comfortable working with their photographer before the party and also allows them to feel special in their very own photo shoot. The shoot can also be geared towards their party’s theme.
Visit the Pre-Party Shoots section of their Website to view their gallery for great ideas!
Pre-Bar Mitzvah Party Family Shoot
Pre-B’nai Mitzvah Party Shoot
Pre-Party Bat Mitzvah Shoot
Photo Booth: Sophisticated, clean and modern, their new Photo Booth set up features a sleek white backdrop. Your event guests can pose for the cameras, or they can snap away on their own with the self-release cable. The end result? Fun and clean images captured documentary-style. The Photo Booth includes cool props, a Flip Book and a video of the Photo Booth pictures. Visit the Photo Booth section of their Website to view their gallery of Photo Booth videos.
Photo Booth Set-Up
Photo Booth Props and Flip Book
View Bat Mitzvah Party Photo Booth Video Here
Trends: Another important feature to their Website is their “Trends” section. They’ve taken the liberty of creating their own “Pinterest” gallery of Mitzvah trends from parties they’ve covered over the last few years. Featured is everything from centerpieces to cakes, specialty entertainment, Mitzvah dresses and suits, photo sign-in boards, photo sign-in books and more, to help their clients or prospective clients plan their own events. Check out the Trends section of their Website to view the latest ideas in Bar Bat Mitzvah celebrations. Make sure to click on page 2 to see more.
Custom Pillows
Photo Sign-In Boards
Photo Sign-In Books
Bar Bat Mitzvah Logos
To learn more about Sarah Merians Photography & Video Company, visit their extended profile page in our Vendor Directory.
May 11th, 2014
On November 9, 2013, the Green family celebrated Jessica’s Bat Mitzvah at East Meadow Jewish Center, East Meadow, New York. To celebrate her love of all-things-shoes, Jessica’s Shoe Gallery was the theme. She couldn’t wait to kick up her high heels and party!
Pictured L-R: Sister Alana, Mom Francine, Bat Mitzvah girl Jessica and Dad Brian.
The photographer was Jack Katz and the rest of the vendor information is at the bottom of this spotlight.
The Havdalah ceremony took place at East Meadow Jewish Center with their own Rabbi Ira Ebbin from Congregation Ohav Sholom in Merrick, New York
Rochelle Peretz created the hot pink and black invitation. We love how the letter “J” is emphasized on the front and back
The Green sisters looked great. Jessica’s ballgown was from Magic Moments Prom and sister Alana’s gown was from Ask Alice
Jessica has always loved shoes and as a child any time she and her mom went into a shoe store she would have to try on 50 pairs of shoes so it was not a surprise when Jessie picked “Jessica’s Shoe Gallery” as her theme.The sign-in book cover, from Hi-Tech Photography Events
Hi-Tech Photography Events created the fashionable shoe decor using Jessica’s color scheme of hot pink and black. The fold-over place cards with logo
Posters of some of Jessica’s favorite shoe designers were used as centerpieces
The adult side of the ballroom was very dramatic with black linens and pink chair ties
The kids area featured an interesting mix of long and round tables
Jessie made her grand entrance up on a balcony overlooking the ballroom. She came out to the theme song, “Jessie” by Debbie Ryan from the Disney Show, “Jessie”
Body Rock Entertainment with MC Spyder provided the music entertainment and had all the guests dancing the entire night. Jessie had a lot of fun with MC Spyder
Jessica had a great time with her friends
Jessica with her dancers provided by Body Rock Entertainment
Jessica’s beautiful family captured in black and white
Jessica and her family posed next to her animal print pink and black cake
Jessica and her dad had a special dance together
The girls were given a dark heather off-the-shoulder sweatshirt with a high heel design and the boys version was a black T-shirt with a sneaker in blue 
The drawstring favor bags were done in black with a white sneaker logo
It was very easy to tie Jessica’s Mitzvah project in with her theme. She organized a shoe drive and collected shoes for Soles4Souls. Jessica collected 400 pairs of shoes and there was barely room for Jessica in the back of their van!
Jessica collected 400 pairs of shoes that were delivered to a warehouse in New Jersey and distributed to people in need
Advice from Mom Fran:
“Enjoy every moment of everything! We spend months planning these parties and they go by in the blink of an eye! I can’t wait to get my video so I can relive the party and even watch with pride (again) as my daughter performs her Havdalah ceremony.”
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Jessica’s Bat Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: East Meadow Jewish Center, 516-483-4991
Caterer/Cake: Hasson and President Caterers, 516-483-4991
Party Planner: Mom, Fran Green
Decor: Hi Tech Events, 631-923-2256
Music Entertainment: MC Spyder, Body Rock Entertainment, 516- 876-0300
Photographer: Jack Katz, 718-948-3965
Favors: Sue Smith, thecoolestgiveaways.com, 516-466-5728
Invitation: Rochelle Peretz, 516-378-6983
Photo favor magnets: Todd Yahney Events, 800-729-8633
Montage/Videographer: Take-One Video Productions, 201-837-1147
Mom’s dress: Nouveau Bride, 516-868-1500
Jessica’s dress: Magic Moments Prom, 631-474-2647
Alana’s dress: Ask Alice, 516-921-2464
Dad Brian’s tuxedo: Men’s Wearhouse, 516-877-2794
Hair/Makeup: The Hair Bar & Make-up Lounge, 516-308-3153
Mom’s Makeup: Maddie, 631-560-6243
May 7th, 2014
Parsonage Events of West Bloomfield, Michigan, sent us a great Bat Mitzvah we wanted to share.
The party theme was “Oh the Thinks that Talia Thinks!” inspired by Dr. Seuss. They chose this theme because Talia has a playful habit of coming up with silly sayings when talking to her family.
Her Dr. Seuss themed reception was held in the evening at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan. The whimsical decorations, from table tops to directional signs, celebrated both Dr. Seuss and Bat Mitzvah girl Talia weaving through every aspect of the celebration.
The photographer was Kate Elliot Photography and the rest of the vendor information is listed below.
The place card table featured different Seuss characters on each card
Table 3 had 3 Fish, of course
Centerpieces were displayed with the famous hat from Dr. Seuss, “Cat in the Hat”
Each centerpiece was “Seussical” in its own way
And beautifully presented
The ballroom walls featured over-sized posters with famous Dr. Seuss sayings and inspirations
The Bat Mitzvah girl enjoyed the Horah. Notice the beautiful flowers strung along the ceiling
Delicious “Cat in the Hat” inspired gelato bar
More than “One Fish, Two Fish…” and Swedish Fish to enjoy on this on this candy buffet!
We thank Parsonage Events for sharing this great Bat Mitzvah with our readers.
Event decor and flowers: Parsonage Events, Event Planner and Day of Coordinator: Bonnie Coleman Steinbock at Elm Events, Venue: Temple Israel, Catering: Matt Prentice, The Epicurean Group, Photographer: Kate Elliott, Kate Elliott Photography, Event signage: Mandell Display Design, Linens and Chiavari chairs: Chair Covers and Linens and Entertainment: Star Trax
May 7th, 2014
Vibrant colors and glow-in-the-dark accents are being used for Bar Bat Mitzvah celebrations on many decor elements. We are seeing this trend on everything from table cloths and napkins, to invitations and place cards, reception chairs, vases, pillows, furniture and more.
Neon offers eye-popping options, so get ready to light up your day or night time Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration!
For Jasper’s Bar Mitzvah, The Event of a Lifetime used neon colors for the place cards and logo
From NY Party Works, this is a new twist on a classic treat. Wow your guests with cotton candy on neon, reusable glow sticks
Sarah Merians Photography captured the unique light-changing chairs and patent leather wrapped tabletops from Party Artistry
Lighter Than Air decorated this room with bright neon colors and spandex neon chair covers for a modern look
A neon-themed Bat Mitzvah with balloon sports centerpieces from Balloon Artistry
The Main Event offers light-up cubes which are a cute and trendy way to add some color to your event. These cubes can be used to sit on, dance on or just add fun additional lighting to your decor
Ping Pong anyone? You will have a big crowd around this neon ping pong table from Interactive Entertainment Group
Jaylor Party Favors neon custom t-shirt favor
Customized neon cubes with the Bat Mitzvah girl’s theme were used at The Sands Atlantic Beach
VIP Luna Rentals is known for their illuminated event furniture in all shapes and sizes
Sweet Dreams Photo Video captured all the neon giveaways at this celebration
Neon can work on lots of wearable favors. These are from A Promos USA/Imagemaker
This Bat Mitzvah invitation suite from Informally Yours has a four-sided neon bevel on the invitation card
This neon lounge area from Jimmy Dee Entertainment looked great at the Sheraton Stamford
Photo Credit: Fantasy Flash Photography and Video
Neon can be part of your “Mitzvah Style” like this tie from Electric Styles on Etsy.com
Out of the Box NY created a unique way for guests to sign-in with this clear acrylic box that held neon acrylic “tickets” with special messages for the Bat Mitzvah girl
Jersey Street Furniture and Doris Dwek Events collaborated on this “neon black light” Bat Mitzvah using pink plexi-glass round tables and graffiti signs that were hung on the walls
Casual Candids Photography took a great picture of the glowing table décor at Rho Restaurant
Flare Event Group had neon black light props for guests to enjoy
Space specializes in glow-in-the-dark decor
Hot Hot Hot Entertainment not only offers great music, but decor design as well
Beat by Beat Entertainment provides neon light-up lounge furniture
NY Lounge Decor has neon light-up cubbies to keep all of the “Mitzvah Swag” organized
Custom invitation with neon colors and silver confetti card stock from Plain Jane Graphics
On this glow-inspired RSVP from Alexandra Bisono, there is a space for a hand written note below each response
Neon chargers from Beautiful Blooms
Party Perfect Orlando set up this neon candy bar for a recent Bar Mitzvah
We found this idea on Pinterest.com and added it to our Party Ideas board. Break a glow stick and put in clear nail polish
Did you have great neon or glowing elements at your child’s Mitzvah? Send us a photo at info@MitzvahMarket.com so we can share it with our readers.
May 4th, 2014
When it came time to decide a Bar Mitzvah party theme for the Greenberg family from Cold Spring Harbor, New York, it was very easy. They spend their summers on Fire Island located on the south shore of Long Island and decided this would be a perfect theme! Their service was held at Woodbury Jewish Center in Woodbury, New York, followed by an evening celebration at Carlyle at the Palace in Plainview, New York.
Pictured Left: Bar Mitzvah boy Brent, Dad Gregg, Mom Tracy, his brothers Ross, Casey and the family dog.
Sherwood Triart was the photographer and the rest of the vendors are listed below.
Earl from Sherwood Triart Photography spent an afternoon with the Greenberg family capturing them at all the places they love on Fire Island. These images were later incorporated into various elements of their celebration and will be in their album as well
Team Greenberg on the beach
Dara Grunberg from Dear Friends created their handsome invitation in deep brown
This celebration was held at Carlyle at the Palace in Plainview, New York
The theme was Ocean Beach, Fire Island. PBG Miller Immersive Environments served as the party planner and transformed the room into a beach paradise. For the adults, one side of room was designed to look like the town and for the kids, the other side of the room was designed to look like the beach
A custom bar featured the famous saying, “Don’t Swing The Lights” to resemble the Albatross Bar in Ocean Beach. Mom Tracy worked there in college
Special touches could be seen everywhere including this nautical centerpiece display. The entire room’s perimeter was wrapped in beach fencing while ocean projections could be seen on the walls
Fisherman netting appropriately served as table cloths
Tables were cleverly created from bikes & wagons (Fire Island has no cars)
Brent hung out in the beach lounge featuring a faux bonfire and concave ocean projection wall. Check out the umbrella cloud ceiling treatment!
The kids lounge area
Those familiar with Ocean Beach know there are a lot of rules. A humorous custom Ocean Beach sign greeted guests
In keeping with their authentic Fire Island theme, this family entered Brent’s celebration the same way they get around all summer! Mom Tracy and Dad Gregg entered on bicycles
Brent entered the room on a long board skateboard pulled by a bike and water ski tow rope!
ET Events provided the music for this celebration with Matt as the MC
For his sign-in board, Brent wanted to re-create the dart board at the Albatross in Ocean Beach. Brent in front of the real thing in Fire Island
PBG Miller Immersive Environments re-created the dart board which served as Brent’s sign-in board for his celebration
Kids goofed around with all the props
Donut wall with Life Ring Donuts and custom sign, “Before you jump ship make sure to grab a life ring”
Brent’s “beachy,” but delicious cake was provided by Carlyle Catering and “dressed up” to match his theme perfectly
Brent with all his friends
Favor bags ready for pick-up!
Red lifeguard Pennies the perfect favor for this Fire Island theme
Some Mom to Mom advice from Tracy:
“Hire an event planner. Let the experts worry about the details so you don’t have to! PBG Miller Immersive Environments was amazing to work with.”
Vendor Directory
The following vendor’s helped to make Brent’s celebration special. If you give any a call, please make sure they know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue/Cake: Carlyle at The Palace, Mindy Savvides, 516-756-1600
Party Planner: David Miller, PBG Miller Immersive Environments, 516-358-0800
Extra Entertainment (Photo Booth, Pop-o-shot, LED Ping Pong Tables, Corn Hole Bean Bag Toss): PBG Miller Immersive Environments
Decor/Cake/Sign-In: PBG Miller Immersive Environments
Music Entertainment: MC Matt, ET Events, 516-826-6900
Invitation: Dara Grunberg, Dear Friends, 516-456-2514
Photographer/Videographer: Earl, Sherwood Triart Photography, 516-921-2700
Favors: Ali Mitchel, 404-455-9808
Boys clothing: Kenny’s Mens and Boys Wear, 516-921-2660
Mom Tracy party dress: TSE boutique
Hair: Ben, Salon Mayan, 631-683-5757
Make-up: RJ West, 631-271-2108
