March 23rd, 2014
As 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.
He was the photographer for this Yankees-themed Bar Mitzvah.
We spoke to Mom Jen to get more information about Ryan’s celebration. She told Mitzvah Market, “We are a crazy Yankees family. We have season tickets and the boys have gone to literally hundreds of games in their lifetimes and met a lot of players. Ryan has been a Derek Jeter fan since he was about 3 years old and there was not even a question that his Bar Mitzvah was going to be all Yankees, all baseball. That is just Ryan to a tee. So that’s why we went a bit crazy with the outfits and the detailed decorations.”
You will see below what Jen is talking about!
Ryan celebrated his Bar Mitzvah in October 2013 at the Scarsdale Synagogue Temple Tremont Emanu-El and an evening party at the Scarsdale Golf Club in Hartsdale, New York
Notice Jen’s Yankees logo shoes which her husband found on Etsy!
Ryan and his brother Gavin wore suits designed by their Dad Rich. He works for a company that manufactures men’s tailored clothing. He also went online and found all the patches he wanted to use. Gavin’s patch was the 2003 World Series (the year he was born) and the 97 on his back is because that is the number he wears in baseball
Of course baseball themed centerpieces were around the room. Jen also tells us, “If the Yankees actually made it to the World Series I think we would have needed TVs on all the tables at the party! Sadly, they were already out of the series by the night of the party, which did make things easier!”
Sherrie Goldstein of Logos and More created Ryan’s logo that was used throughout his celebration and she also created the place card “tickets” that the adults picked up at the door when they arrived, as well as the VIP passes the kids wore around their necks
Double G Productions provided the music entertainment with Flip as their MC. Both boys have a large collection of Yankees bobble heads so when Richie was able to borrow these large bobble heads to place near the photo booth area, it was perfect!
Ryan’s favorite player is Derek Jeter so his suit had the number two on the back, and on his sleeve was the patch when the Yankees won the 2000 World Series – the year Ryan was born
Dad Rich’s suit had the patch from Rivera’s last game and 42 was in honor of Rivera, who is a personal friend
This amazing cake was from Lulu’s in Scarsdale
The family brought them a photo of a cake they found online and they designed one just like it!
Ryan and his Mom share a special dance
The favors were ordered online and displayed for Ryan’s friends in his “souvenir shop.”
We thank Todd Shapera Photography and Ryan’s family for sharing this celebration with our readers!
March 22nd, 2014
Just when we thought we have seen it all, we found this amazing Mitzvah Inspire from Pastries By Vreeke.
This bakery created 13 sculpted dog cakes for a Bat Mitzvah girl named Melanie who had a dog theme for her celebration – and they are truly works of art!
A different dog was created for each table to act as the centerpieces. The family provided all the various dog breeds and names, and the Vreeke team got to work creating dog collars, noses, dog nails and everything else to make these dogs seem real! Check out these unbelievable photos below:
Patches the Dalmatian
Sam the Labrador
Fluffy the Sheepdog
Marshmallow the Wheaten Terrier
Keeping track of the various dog breed “noses!”
It took their staff of 5 three days of constant work to bake the cakes, sculpt the dogs and decorate them!
The family used these cookies as place cards
To see the other cakes created for this Bat Mitzvah, read their blog.
March 22nd, 2014
Like the name suggests, Out of the Box Shop offers unique and imaginative ways to make your Bar Bat Mitzvah a memorable event.
Whether you are searching for some fresh ideas to make your event stand out from the rest or just need a little help bringing your own creative ideas to life, Out of the Box is there to help.
Owner Jessica Garmise specializes in designing inspiring event décor such as original sign-in boards, place cards/seating charts, custom logos and much more.
Tree of Life Sign-In Board: A beautiful assortment of hand-cut leaves greet your guests when they arrive at the reception. Each guest is invited to fill out a leaf with a message for the Bar Bat Mitzvah child. Following the event, Out of the Box assembles the leaves into a beautiful handmade three-dimensional tree which is framed in a shadowbox. The shadowbox can then be hung in your home to create a lasting family keepsake
The Sign-In Box: The sky is the limit with this fun alternative to a traditional sign-in board. Based on your theme, Out of the Box will create an assortment of sign-in cards which guests can sign at the event. Messages are then left in a decorated box with your child’s name or initials. Following the event, the cards can be kept in the box or preserved in a variety of other creative ways
Framed graphic print: A fun and modern poster print can make a great sign-in board that the Bar Bat Mitzvah will want to frame and hang in his or her room following the event. Out of the Box has many unique templates or let us design a custom poster for your child
Once your event is over, Out of the Box can also turn your Bar Bat Mitzvah memories into lasting keepsakes by using your invitation to create a stunning shadowbox or decorative clock. They also design affordable photo books and photo collages to commemorate your event.
To learn more, visit their Website.
March 19th, 2014
March has arrived and this means only one thing…March Mitzvah Madness.
If you have a child who enjoys playing basketball or watching the excitement of the popular NCAA college tournament on TV, we have some really great ideas to include in your celebration.
Always a popular theme, here’s our full court press of creative ideas.
Melissa Imberman from The Event of a Lifetime, Inc. brought us this unique idea which we have never seen before! At a recent basketball themed Bat Mitzvah, the two grandfathers participated in a “jump ball” which determined who got to recite the Motzi.
Refs stand by as the grandfathers go for the jump ball!
Get all the important party information with these clever basketball inspired invitations.
This basketball themed invitation from the The Invitation Lady includes a textured card and a side slot for details
Dear Friends delivers a slam dunk with this actual basketball invitation that arrived in a box
Elegance, sophistication and basketball were the elements used for this special Bat Mitzvah invitation. Elegantly Stated and their letterpress vendor Spark Stationery Love
Sports is a popular Bar and Bat Mitzvah theme and the logo is a good starting point that could be used on favors, menu cards, Gobos…and more! Take a look at these logos below:
From MazelTovGear.com for March Madness
Designed by Gotham T-shirts for a Bar Mitzvah logo and shirt favors
Jaylor Party Favors has created many basketball logo’d wearables
Marcus Madness created by thecoolestgiveaways.com
Many March Madness options from A Promos USA
Where are my seats for the “Big Dance?” Check out these clever place cards.
Flower Power Designs created place cards that looked like sports tickets
Wow Creations used college logos on each place card
The Miller Family Spotlight featured a March Madness theme and used used stand up place cards from Parties by Debi
Ruth Ridgeway Designs created ticket place cards along with a 3-D background featuring favorite college teams for “Matt Madness”
For non-stop hoops action, check out these great interactive options that will make your guests hoping for overtime!
From Interactive Entertainment Group, this fun interactive hi-tech basketball game is enclosed with authentic chain link fencing. The backboard is made to look like the side of a brick apartment building. All graphics on the scoreboard can be customized including the background image and two places for logos or photos. Music is queued to play themed tunes
Simon Elliot Events is the creator of “Mitzvah Madness” where players can simultaneously face-off and are given 60 seconds to score as many baskets as possible. The highest score for each round will determine a winner for the round and will update the overall tournament leader board. Tournament is run by two professional attendants dressed as basketball referees and can be customized with a picture of the Bar/Bat Mitzvah child and their logo
Transform your venue into March Madness with some of these great ideas for centerpieces and room decor.
Emily Whitman of Fantasy Creations worked with Jersey Street Furniture to create a room where you feel like you were sitting court side
For this “Bar Knicksvah” themed Bar Mitzvah, United Floral Events brought in two hoops which were at both ends of the dance floor and decorated them with basketballs and flowers
Hal Prince Music & Entertainment provided the fun for this Bar Mitzvah with centerpieces by Diana Gould Ltd
Make-a-Ball allows you to put your picture and/or logo on a variety of sports balls which can be used as part of your decor
This basketball themed Mitzvah took place at Ultimate 575
Photo Credit: Denisimo Photo and Video
Balloon Artistry created a centerpiece with cutout photos of Bar Mitzvah boy and a college player for this March Madness themed celebration
Lighter Than Air and Party Harty transformed a temple ballroom into a hoop dream with this great decor
Make your decor irresistible with Covered in Candy who used basketballs and initials covered in candy with basketball colors
AJH Entertainment is the music entertainment at a celebration which uses a basketball floor decal
Total-Party dresses up this Mitzvah with a basketball themed centerpiece
A total Gator themed table setting from a Bar Mitzvah by PRI Productions
Kim of Marquis Florals was the Party Planner for this Bar Mitzvah which featured a Basketball court as a dance floor.
Graphics by Unlimited Exposures
Let’s not forget it’s sometimes the small details we remember the most!
Sarah Merians Photography & Video was at a Bar Mitzvah celebration where the theme began with the yarmulkes!
Maybesew totally unique kippah made out of a t-shirt from your favorite team
Jennifer Hershey Events in Westport, Connecticut was the designer for this “Bring On The Madness” celebration featuring these menu cards
Photo Credit: Peter Oberc
Travesties Entertainment provided this photo from a celebration at Life… the place to be of a very creative sign in idea
Some fun movie madness to enjoy.
From Spot On Pictures, here’s a basketball themed montage for Jordan!
Watch here
Some sweet offerings for the post game festivities.
Sweet Grace designed a basketball cake for a Bar Mitzvah boy
The Sands Atlantic Beach hooped it up with a basketball themed cake for this Bat Mitzvah girl
What a treat for your guests from Eleni’s Cookies which bakes cookies in the shape of basketballs and are delicious, nut free and Kosher
From Jimmy Dee Entertainment, this March Madness celebration took place at the Renaissance Westchester Hotel
Did you have any March Madness ideas in your Mitzvah celebration? Email us at info@mitzvahmarket.com.
March 18th, 2014
The Pieced Palette believes that the best gift is a meaningful one that will be cherished by its recipient forever. They are known for their unique sign-in pillows as well as beautiful keepsakes to give as gifts.
Did you know they also can create a customized Program for your child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah service too?
Working closely with their clients, they create a beautiful cover with detailed inside content about your child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah service. The Program is a wonderful keepsake of your child’s milestone event.
When working with The Pieced Palette on your child’s custom Program, they will ask several questions, such as:
Will this Program be in English or will there be Hebrew wording and terms?
Will Torah and Haftarah chapter and verse notations be included?
Does your synagogue provide text that must be included?
Do you want to use an image in the program and do you have one in mind?
Do you want to include a letter from your child or your family?
Do you have an idea of what you want it to look like?
Would you like a list of honors (aliyahs, torah lifters, etc.) included in the program?
See a few samples below:
Sample Cover from a Service Program
In terms of schedule, The Pieced Palette suggests that clients start the process four weeks beforehand, if possible. They suggest building an extra week or more into the schedule if there is a long stretch of time within that four weeks where the client or clergy will be on vacation. This will give enough time for gathering content, formatting the program, proofing the program, getting it approved by clergy, printing it and delivering it to the client for their event. All of the work to get the Program ready can usually be done via email, telephone and fax.
Customized Program Cover
Inside of Customized Program
The staff at The Pieced Palette are looking forward to working with you to design a beautiful Program for your child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah service. See more program samples here.
To learn more about Pieced Palette, visit their extended profile page in our Vendor Directory.
March 17th, 2014
For all those Bat Mitzvah girls who like their bling everywhere and on everything we have a cake topper for them!
Toppers with Glitz can customize any cake with embellishments that are hand-made with crystalized Swarovski crystals. You can have a single letter, a three-letter monogram, or even a full name, complete with a customized symbol that’s significant to you.
They are meticulously hand-made and if you have a custom logo or custom shape used throughout your decor, they would be happy to take a look and see if they can make it into a custom topper for you.
There’s a section on their Website that can help with color choices. Check it out and give them a call at 888-299-9639.
March 15th, 2014
When it comes time to give a gift to the Bat Mitzvah girl, not everyone likes to write a check. Sometimes groups of friends chip in and other times we give individual gifts.
We came across some great bracelets that are very chic but are also personal and appeal to every jewelry lover.
Check out these great gift options below:
The Rustic Cuff
This cut out hammered gold/silver name cuff bracelet is truly a unique gift. The hand-cut cuff can be opened and closed to fit almost any wrist size without losing its shape. Wear it alone or with other bracelets to really make a statement. Customizable with up to 12 characters. $135-$160. Shipping is $5.
Alexandra Beth Designs
LOVE Bracelets have been seen in magazines like InStyle and Lucky. These bracelets are available in assorted colors with the gold plated “LOVE” sitting on a leather strap with double snap closures.
Alisa Michelle Jewelry
Every piece of jewelry from this company tells a story. Positive messages create a positive attitude! Every time your best friend wears her bracelet, she will think of you and and all of the great times you have spent together. They come in a variety of options, either 14k gold plated or sterling silver plated.
Jewelry Judaica
This is a family owned and operated business with decades of experience manufacturing and selling traditional and contemporary Judaica jewelry for all ages, occasions and budgets. They know that one of the most meaningful and long-lasting gifts for a loved one can be a cherished piece of Judaica jewelry.
Sterling silver Star of David charm bracelet
March 15th, 2014
The Berman family from Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania, celebrated their daughter Natalie’s Bat Mitzvah on September 7, 2013.
The reception took place at Green Valley Country Club also in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania.
This party was sophisticated, fun and a perfect way for family and friends to celebrate “A Night With Natalie.”
Pictured L-R: Brother Evan, Bat Mitzvah girl Natalie, Dad Stuart, Mom Leslie and Sister Lindsey.
The photographer was Lafayette Hill Studios and the rest of the vendors are listed at the end of the spotlight.
The hot pink invitation suite was created by Two Paper Dolls.
This family has lots of style and looked picture perfect in their hot pink and black party clothes. Mom Leslie’s cocktail dress is from Gabrielle and Bat Mitzvah girl Natalie and sister Lindsey’s dresses are from G Lizzy. Brother Evan and Dad Stuart looked handsome in their suits from Boyds Philadelphia.
As guests arrived, they were greeted by a window cling which read, “A Night with Natalie.”
Guests knew the theme upon arrival
The Bermans worked with the team from Exceptional-Events to put together this sophisticated and beautiful party with many special design elements.
The escort table featured custom drape and a beautiful flower arrangement which complemented Natalie’s dress
The kids’ cocktail area featured a lounge, high tops and cubbies for favors
Custom logo pillows were in the kids’ lounge and looked great on the white couches
For the adult tables, the centerpieces were an eclectic mix of custom lampshades along with high and low flowers adding sophistication and visual appeal
Natalie posed on her stage before the party started
Her personalized logo on the dance floor
Natalie’s acrylic sign-in board featured her logo.
All Around Entertainment provided the music with Leon as the MC.
Natalie makes her entrance!
MC Leon and Natalie
All Around Entertainment in action
The All Around Entertainment dancers showing off their fabulous, “A Night With Natalie” t-shirts
The dance floor was packed all night
Natalie’s candle lighting display included lots of the great desserts that would be later served to guests.
What a great candle lighting display
Natalie is joined by her friends
This is one happy family taking time for a photo op!
At the end of the night, the Bermans’ guests loved the extensive candy bar and donuts with custom boxes. The coffee and hot chocolate were served in Natalie’s logo cups.
Coffee and hot chocolate were served
The boxes of donuts with Natalie’s logo on the label were lined up waiting to be enjoyed
Jars in various sizes were used to create this beautiful candy buffet
Party planner Stacey Kesselman provided the t-shirt favors and drawstring bags.
For the girls
The boys version
For her Mitzvah Project, Natalie walked in The National Kidney Foundation’s annual Philadelphia Kidney Walk. She asked friends and family to sponsor her for this walk and ended up raising over $7000! Natalie also volunteered her time as a greeter at the Philadelphia Kidney Ball in March of 2013 and hopes to do that annually.
Natalie created a bracelet honoring the National Kidney Foundation and gave them out at the reception to help raise awareness about kidney disease
Ready to walk for a great cause!
Some advice from Mom Leslie:
“It doesn’t hurt to start early so that you can feel somewhat relaxed towards the end! Staying organized is key and then as you get really close, sit back, relax and enjoy every minute…seriously!!!”
The following vendors helped to make Natalie’s celebration special. If you give any of them a call, please let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: Trish Agnew, Green Valley Country Club, 610-828-3000
Party Planner: Stacey Kesselman, Exceptional Events, 610-291-2475
Photographer/Videographer: Lafayette Hill Studios, 610-828-1142
Music Entertainment/Party Entertainment: MC Leon, All Around Entertainment
Favors: Stacey Kesselman, TriAd Specialties, 610-291-2475
Invitation/Place cards: Vanessa, Two Paper Dolls, 610-293-4933
Cake: Stefanie Kitchner, Ciao Bella Cakes, 267-229-0829
Décor/florist/Sign-In Board: Exceptional Events
Dresses for Natalie and sister Lindsay: G Lizzy by Gabrielle, 610-668-2801
Dresses for Mom Leslie: Gabrielle, 610-668-2801
Suits for family members: Boyds Philadelphia, 215-564-9000
Hair/makeup: Heaven and Earth Salon, 610-828-0211
March 15th, 2014
On November 16, 2013, a family from Westchester, New York, celebrated their daughter’s Bat Mitzvah at the Moderne Barn in Armonk, New York.
The spirit of the event was special as this family wanted a kid-focused party with modern elements that represented their daughter.
It all started with a great logo which was used on elements throughout the party and a unique Mad Libs sign-in idea!
The photographer was Casey Fatchett Photography and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the story.
The creative and modern logo for this Bat Mitzvah set the tone. The logo was designed with her initials both T and S. The vibrant color palette of the logo was dark blue, turquoise, green and yellow and was used on most of the party elements such as the napkins, water bottles, coffee cups, cake and dessert take-away bags, to name a few.
The letter “T” which is the first initial of the Bat Mitzvah girl’s name, was used in such a clever way
The party was held at the Moderne Barn restaurant which is an urban country chic space.
House of Flowers created the vibrant decor using large turquoise balloons which hung from the high ceiling.
The balloons really rose to the occasion in such a stylish way to fill the big space
Bursts of yellow flowers with blue and green ribbon accented the centerpieces alternating between high and low vases
Low centerpieces of greens and yellow in a white vessel and turquoise linens looked modern and elegant
Mad Libs was used as this Bat Mitzvah girls’ sign-in. It was designed by Cami’s Paperie on Etsy.com.
Guests were asked to fill in the blanks with Mad Libs-inspired sheets
Guests had fun filling them out and the Bat Mitzvah girl and her family loved reading all the messages!
Cazz NY Productions provided the music entertainment for this Bat Mitzvah girl who loves to dance and sing.
The DJ dancers wore branded t-shirts with her great logo
Turquoise hoodie buddies with built-in headphones were used as dance floor giveaways. Notice the blinged out microphone!
There were many special touches for dessert.
The Riviera Bakehouse created this colorful cake, the Bat Mitzvah girls’ favorite food!
Custom Lucite trays were used for serving milkshakes, warm cookies and cakepops
The Bat Mitzvah girl had her own sweatshirt shop created by The Entertainment Company, where each young guest could customize their own sweatshirt party favor.
Talia’s Sweatshirt Shop featured her logo in a unique way
Many of the Bat Mitzvah girl’s favorite treats were offered to her guests.
Cusin Duzin Donuts was on hand to make delicious fresh donuts
Of course the donut station incorporated the logo in their signage
Personalized paper accents included labels on take-home bags
Guests could also grab a water to go
There were even customized old fashioned milk bottles
Here is some advice from Talia’s Mom:
“Things can be back ordered or come in wrong and need to be redone so leave yourself plenty of time. It is fun to have a few surprises for your child on their special day…things that they don’t know will be at the party. As much as you want to have your child involved in the planning, remember that this is a party you are giving to them. It is less stressful when only one person is making most of the decisions. Keep things in perspective and have fun with it, it’s over before you can say “Mazel Tov!”
The following vendors helped to make this celebration special. If you give any of them a call, please let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: Moderne Barn, 914-730-0001
Photographer: Casey Fatchett Photography, 212-875-7599
Videographer: Jacklight Productions, 212-242-2562
Music Entertainment: Cazz NY Productions, 516-334-4305
Favor: Sweatshirts designed by Bat Mitzvah girl and Mom, printed by Haberdash.us
Décor/florist: House of Flowers, 914-698-2522
Custom sweatshirt shop, The Entertainment Company, 973-907-2710
Invitation: Designed by mom, printed by Cotton Paperie, 214-206-9522
Cake: Riviera Bakehouse, 914-674-0000
Mad Libs Sign-In: designed by Cami’s Paperie
Donuts: Cuzin Duzins Donuts, 347-724-6200
Custom Water: Drink More Custom Water, 800-483-0219
Venue Staff logo T-shirts: Pressed Custom Gear, peri@pressedcustomergear.com
Dresses for family members: Nordstrom and The Best Dressed of Westchester, 914-723-2244
Transportation: First Student, 914-668-2700
March 11th, 2014
The Keller family celebrated son Zach’s Bar Mitzvah on March 3, 2012, at the Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center in Little Falls, New Jersey.
This was the perfect venue for baseball fan Zach!
Pictured L-R Dad Rich, Sister Samantha, Bar Mitzvah boy Zach and Mom Sharon.
The Photographer was Hallmarc and the rest of the vendors are listed at the end of the spotlight.
Mitzvah Invitation & Service
Zach’s service took place at Adath Shalom in Morris Plains, New Jersey. This Bar Mitzvah service included many special personal touches that were very unique.
Zach's theme was MLB - Major League Bar Mitzvah. The fold-over invitation and logo were designed by Zach’s Dad Rich, with help from Laura Dufour, a friend who is a graphic designer. As a special treat for Zach, Yogi Berra signed one of the invites!
The table covering on the Bimah was created in honor of Zach's parents' wedding and served as their Chuppah. It was also used for Zach's Brit Milah and Samantha's baby naming ceremony. It is made from a contribution of something white from every female member of Zach's extended family
Zach and Rich each had custom photo tallit created by CBL in West Orange, New Jersey. Zach's included photos of family milestone events such as his parent's Bar Bat Mitzvahs, their wedding, the kids’ baby namings, etc.
Rich’s tallit had pictures of both kids at different stages of their lives
Yarmulkes were all crocheted by Sharon, Zach’s Mom
Zack Keller's ceremony program cover featured artwork of Zach's favorite baseball team and was created by artist and special friend Steve Szynal
Mitzvah Venue & Style
The Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center located in Little Falls, New Jersey, is a great venue for a baseball fan like Zach.
Outside the venue
Inside you are surrounded by Yankee memorabilia, historical items and photos from Berra's career, including his 10 world championship rings!
Zach's Robert Graham Phillies shirt was from Sams Fine Men's Clothing and Samantha's dress was from www.thebaseballdress.com
Samantha wore a Phillies shawl and matching red shoes!
All of the kids were given a baseball jersey, created by ID Clothing, with Zach’s logo on the front and personalized with the number 13 and their name or nickname on the back. The kids changed into the jerseys when they arrived for the party
The waiters were all dressed in umpire uniforms created by their party planner, Joni Bronander
Mitzvah Details
In keeping with the theme, the baseball centerpieces were created by Sharon, Zach’s mom, using photographs taken by Lynne Mass, Zach’s grandmother.
Zach's sign-in locker was an idea that his Mom found on MitzvahMarket.com
The room ready for guests
The centerpieces included photos of Zach in baseball poses
Music & Entertainment
New York Motion provided the music entertainment with Marvin as their MC.
High fives all around as Zach entered with the New York Motion dancers
High fives all around as Zach entered with the New York Motion dancers
Michael Chaut from Monday Night Magic
Zach's friends were involved in the magic show each revealing a word to honor his big day!
Steve Nyman Caricatures
Zach had a puzzle ceremony instead of candle lighting ceremony. A caricature was created of Zach and cut into 13 pieces. Each person put a piece of the puzzle onto the board (instead of lighting a candle). This represented all of the important “pieces” of his life. Each person or group who was honored was asked to select a charity that was meaningful to them and a donation was made in Zach’s name
Each person or group honored was also described with a word that Zach selected from those around the Yogi Berra Museum (Honor, Selflessness, Generosity, Trustworthiness, Cooperation, Dependability, Respect, Acceptance, Loyalty, Community, Passion, Courage, Ambition)
Mitzvah Project
For Zach’s Mitzvah Project, he raised funds for his family charity: S.C.O.R.E. 4 The Cure. S.C.O.R.E. stands for Support Cancer Outreach Research and Education and is a 501c3 organization. The mission of the charity is to inspire kids and teens to use their passion for sports to conquer childhood cancers. Both Mom Sharon and Dad Rich are cancer survivors, so this charity is particularly meaningful to the family.
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Zach’s celebration special. If you give any of them a call, please let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: Yogi Berra Museum
Party Planner/Caterer/Umpire Staff Shirts: Joni Bronander, Events by Joni
Music Entertainment: Natasha, New York Motion, 201-768-3963/MC Marvin
Photographer: Hallmarc, 732-294-9200
Videographer: New Milford Productions, 610-888-1178
Invitation/Logo Design: Laura Dufour, lauradu4@gmail.com
Invitation Printing: Ocean Paper, oceanpaper@nyc.rr.com
Montage: Zach’s long-time Nanny, Susanna Varga
Jersey Favors: Alison, ID Clothing, 973-599-1530
Magic Entertainment: Michael Chaut, Monday Night Magic
Caricature artist: Steve Nyman Caricatures
Clothing for Rich and Zach (Phillies shirt): Sams Fine Men’s Clothing, 973-422-1000
Mom Sharon Dresses: Nita Ideas, 973-379-7711
Baseball dress for Samantha: www.thebaseballdress.com
Tallit: CBL, West Orange, New Jersey
Ceremony Program Cover: Steve Szynal, snsdesign@verizon.net
