April 20th, 2016
So many aspects of a Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration can be branded to the theme. Why not turn your table numbers or names into part of your Bar or Bat Mitzvah decor?
We’ve rounded up some inspiration for unique table numbers that will make your guests excited to find their seats!
From
The Event Of A Lifetime, Inc., Melisa Imberman created table names based on a different candy. These actual candies were in cello bags at the place card table. Each guest matched their bag of candy to the table name to find their seats
Enjou Chocolat, can create delicious table numbers from dark or milk chocolate
In honor of the family’s love of BBQ,
Alessi & Co, branded this elegant celebration a “BAT BQ”, creating table bundles that featured the table number, custom-labeled salsa jars and illuminated, flame-designed paper flumes
At the
Hard Rock Cafe tables were identified by Saturday Night Live skits/segments instead of numbers. Photo credit: Lori Berkowitz
Tower Productions used Gaby’s fabulous invitation as inspiration for these creative table numbers
These Clock Table Numbers are a collaborative creation by The Word Play Brand and event designer Anya Bitansky of Celebrations by Anchisha.
Did your child’s celebration have a creative table number or name? Let us know at info@mitzvahmarket.com.
April 20th, 2016
With nearly 300 Mitzvah Family Spotlight stories since 2008, and new features each week, we know it’s hard to remember everything these creative families have done to celebrate their child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah milestone event.
Many families get creative with their Bar and Bat Mitzvah details. We love showcasing creative fashion, entrances, themes, cakes, invitations and place cards.
Many families are using their child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah logo on elements throughout their party in addition to the favor.
Here’s a round-up of some of the fun logos that have been featured and a link back to the entire spotlight story!
Enjoy….
Bar Mitzvah logo ideas
The "A" logo for Bar Mitzvah boy Aidan's Cinco de Mayo theme was all lit up along with some fun photo props like paper margaritas, maracas and mustaches. Read more about this celebration
here
At Spencer's celebration, guests saw the grace and poise of the Bar Mitzvah boy reflected in all of his wonderful characteristics in the theme, A Night of Champions. Read more about this celebration
here
This T-shirt logo which translates to "Life is Good" was used for a trip to Israel for the Breitowich family. Read more about this celebration
here
Gotham T-shirts created a cool logo on a destroyed black vintage t-shirt for a rock themed mitzvah. Read more about this celebration
here
The inspiration for this logo was the original
Air Jordan silhouette - the splatter paint gave it an updated, urban feel
A Promos USA created this cool logo for Evan Wabnik's Bar Mitzvah sweatshirts. Read more about this celebration
here
For their Bar Mitzvah celebration held at a sleepaway camp, the Abes family hired FabuDesigns.com to create this camp logo used on various elements throughout their celebration. Read more about this celebration
here
This fun bar mitzvah party was held at an awesome water park! Read more about this celebration
here
Top Elements created this logo used on the various favors given out to the young guests for this basketball themed Bar Mitzvah. Read more about this celebration
here
The Lantzman family came up with this creative logo that highlighted son Zane's favorite sports team, the Green Bay Packers. Read more about this celebration
here
Mom Beth helped to create this awesome logo for Max's Bar Mitzvah that was displayed all over the celebration. Read more about it
here
Bat Mitzvah logos ideas
The Bat Mitzvah girl's full name, Gabrielle Rose, was the inspiration for this rose logo by
FabuDesigns.com.
Read more about this celebration
here
This logo was perfect for a Hollywood themed celebration. Read more about this celebration
here
The theme, “Peace, Love and Cupcakes,” came about three years earlier when Haley saw it on a sign in a cupcake store. At that moment Haley declared that would be her Bat Mitzvah theme. Read more about this celebration
here
This family re-created a summer day with a Boardwalk-inspired theme for Brooke’s Bat Mitzvah. Read more about this celebration
here
For Melissa, this was the perfect logo since she is a girl “on the go,” with sports, school and friends. Read more about this celebration
here
Event planner Michelle Farber from M Studio Events designed the logo for the Weinberg Bat Mitzvah based on Instagram. See more from this celebration
here
This logo was created by Party Excellence and featured Emily’s favorite items: a paw print, a cupcake, and a moose. Read more about this celebration
here
Sydney’s logo was even used on the water bottles! Read more about this celebration
here
Do Me A Favor created beautiful logo now hanging in the Bat Mitzvah girl’s bedroom. To read more about this celebration click
here
Emily’s bright colors and creative logo, created by FabuDesigns.com were used everywhere throughout this Bat Mitzvah party. Read more about this celebration
here
Dream Big with Andie was the logo for this celebration
Mom and Dad designed this macebook logo for their daughter’s Facebook inspired celebration. Read more about it
here
Sarah Merians Photography & Video created this logo for Emily’s celebration where the theme combined her middle name Rose, and her love of baking and purple. Read more about this celebration
here
Balloon Artistry helped to create Alyssa's logo, based on her favorite dessert, Dippin' Dots. Read more about this celebration
here
Abby looking fABBYlous in front of her logo
B’nai Mitzvah logo ideas
Jaden loves Broadway and theater and Jonah loves music. They decided on a logo based on a Broadway show that was about music: Rock Of Ages, a logo they all loved. Read more about this celebration
here
Jesse and Emma had a graphic designer create a cool Van Halen-inspired logo based on Dad Michael’s original sketch and idea. Read more about this celebration
here
Hallie and Jared celebrated "The Best Day Ever" with this simple and creative logo. Read more about this b'nai mitzvah celebration
here
The Caress twins had many different logos that decorated the entire room. Check out all of their cool logos
here
Did you have a creative logo for your child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration? Let us know at info@mitzvahmarket.com.
April 17th, 2016
SPACE is a revolutionary and renowned Bar Bat Mitzvah venue that offers a unique experience catering to guests of all ages.
For almost a decade, SPACE has provided a solution to alleviate all of the stress and anxiety associated with planning a Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration. Everything from the venue, the menu, the decor, and the staff is in-house offering a private event space that is conducive for both children and adults.
They offer high-tech entertainment, the largest video game selection, a laser tag arena, and exclusive paint-less paintball and bowling alley combining entertainment for all ages with the elegance of a country club, and the ambiance of a nightclub.
No matter how many Bar Bat Mitzvah celebrations you attend at SPACE, it will look completely different each time.
What makes the event execution different at SPACE?
“Every weekend we have 3-4 Bar and Bat Mitzvahs and they’re all different! We custom make centerpieces for each party…we don’t rent anything, instead we build it. I personally buy all the fabric and make custom linens and overlays as well as go to the flower market and make floral arrangements!” She adds, “What sets us apart is that we truly have a turnkey party for you and it’s customized along with the timeline, floor plan, decor and menu!” ~ Elvira, Owner
Take a look at the variety of Bar Bat Mitzvah themes:
BAT MITZVAH WITH A ROSE THEME:
BAR MITZVAH WITH A SKI THEME:
BAT MITZVAH WITH A BEACH THEME:
BAR MITZVAH WITH A ROYAL THEME:
A BAT MITZVAH THAT IS PRETTY IN PINK:
BAR MITZVAH WITH A SOCCER THEME:
BAT MITZVAH WITH A CUPCAKE THEME:
INCREDIBLE FOOD:
To learn more about SPACE, visit their extended profile page in our Vendor Directory.
April 17th, 2016
The Garmise family of Port Washington, New York, celebrated daughter Hannah’s Bat Mitzvah on November 21, 2015, with a service at Temple Sinai in Roslyn, New York, and a party that evening at the Village Club of Lake Success in Great Neck, New York.
Mom Jessica is the founder of Out Of The Box Creations, a Long-Island based event decor company that specializes in unique and creative events. Jessica explains how Hannah’s celebration presented her with a unique creative challenge. “Hannah is very sporty but also has a girlie side, so we went into the event trying to find a way to tie those two parts of her together.” She adds, “Hannah loved chevron from the start so we played up that design in the invitation and all over the party (her girlie side). But we also weaved in her love of sports through her logo, the favors and giveaways.”
Pictured above: (L-R) Dad Jason, Sister Eliza, Bat Mitzvah girl Hannah and Mom Jessica.
Chad David Kraus Photography was the photographer and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
Invitation & Service
The chevron design in navy, hot pink and silver were designed by Mom Jessica and printed by Love Laura Gifts
Hannah's service was held at Temple Sinai in Roslyn, New York. The kippah box, in the chevron pattern, with Hannah's monogram was created by Sweet Grace Art
Style
Hannah’s navy gown from It’s Simply For You.
Window size versions of Hannah’s chevron pattern and monogram were on display in the windows of the venue
Special Touches
Out Of The Box created a puzzle place card display. Guests found their name and pulled their puzzle piece
Underneath there was a photo of Hannah
Custom pillows in hot pink, navy and silver
Custom menu cards with grey napkins
Even the special drink signage featured the chevron pattern with Hannah's monogram
Large blow-ups of Hannah were placed around the room from a pre-party shoot
The life size Instagram booth
Hannah with her friends
The cake was created by The Village Club and the candles were blinged out by Out Of The Box
Music Entertainment
The music entertainment was provided by Geo Events with Kenny as the MC.
The dance floor was crowded all night
Hannah up in the chair for the horah
Hannah and her friends enjoying
Montage
Mom Jessica created the montage herself. The theme was “Who is Hannah?” She used a Website called Fiverr.com to purchase a bunch of animated videos (for $5 each) including an opening video where “Who is Hannah?” is typed into the google search screen.
Party Favors/Mitzvah Exit Treats
Favors included T-shirts and socks created by Party Favors By Robin
The Garmise family gave young guests sweatshirt favors in these cute boxes. Read more about this celebration
here
Guests received milk & cookies as they left Hannah's celebration
They were given out in "Midnight snack" bags
Bat Mitzvah Highlight Reel
Watch this 90 second highlight reel of Hannah’s Bat Mitzvah which was put together by Chad David Kraus Photography.
Watch here
Mitzvah Project
A week after Hannah’s Bat Mitzvah, on Thanksgiving morning 2015, Hannah and her best friend Rachel Gatz participated in the Garden City Turkey Trot. As their joint Mitzvah Project, the girls decided to raise money to support breast cancer research by running the 5-mile race. The response from their friends and family was amazing. The girls raised over $4,000 to donate to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Everyone making a donation was allowed to indicate a person that they would like Hannah and Rachel to run in honor or memory of and all of those people were printed on the back of their shirts. It was a wonderful project for an even more wonderful cause.
Rachel and Hannah
The back of their shirts
Mom To Mom Advice
Some advice from Mom Jessica:
“My best advice: Stay organized! There are so many moving parts to planning a Bar or Bat Mitzvah and the last few weeks can be downright nutty! Pick vendors that you trust to help keep you on the right track and that will work well with each other to make your day go as smooth as possible.”
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Hannah’s Bat Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: Village Club of Lake Success
Music Entertainment: MC Jason, GEO Events
Invitations: Printed by LoveLauraGifts.com
Party Photographer: Chad David Kraus Photography, 917-532-3478
Décor/Sign-In: Out of the Box Creations
Hannah’s Pre-Party Photo Shoot: Julie Shapiro Photography, 917-696-8916
Video: Stephen Andrews Studios, 516-780-9100
Photo Booth and Games: Great Neck Games
Favors: Party Favors by Robin, 646-298-5601
Kippah Box: Sweet Grace Art
Montage : Mom (with a little help from Fiverr.com)
Hannah dress: Rachel, Its Simply for You (no longer in business)
April 16th, 2016
Who better to find the latest and greatest for all things Bar Bat Mitzvahs than our own Mitzvah Moms!
We have spotlighted over 200 families and we thought it would be fun to call out some of the “Mom Finds” that you might have missed.
When Lori Cohn was planning her daughter Sydney’s Bat Mitzvah celebration she turned to Mitzvah Market! She was inspired by the chair featured in another one of our stories.
For her daughter’s fashion themed celebration the chair below was a big hit! It was used for her grand entrance and now that the party is over, she would like to sell it.
This “like new” oversized high heel shoe chair can be used for your child’s entrance or just as added decor!
If you are interested, please get in touch with Lori at lori_cohn@hotmail.com. The chair is $120 and is located in New Jersey, but you will need to arrange for pick-up or shipping.
See more Mom Finds here.
April 14th, 2016
Planning a Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah celebration can be stressful. There are many details and decisions that need to be made for your family. It’s a milestone event that will be shared with family and friends and remembered for years to come.
Many families get their creative ideas by seeing how others celebrated.
The following families celebrated their child’s Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah in New York City.
We hope these events give you inspiration for your child’s party.
The family poses with the Bat Mitzvah cake
Did you celebrate your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah in New York City? Let us know at info@mitzvahmarket.com.
You can also ask questions and get advice in our New York City, Brooklyn, Queens Bar Bat Mitzvah planning group on Facebook. Join here.
See more ideas from Bar and Bat Mitzvah parties on Long Island.
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April 13th, 2016
By now you’ve probably heard of Snapchat, a very popular app that kids are using on their phones to “chat” with their friends by sending photos and videos in real time. These photos and videos disappear a few seconds after being viewed, never to be seen again. Kids love using the app because they can share photos/videos of what they are doing, who they are with, and how much fun they are having with all of their friends in just a few taps. Instant gratification at its best!
There’s a new product on the Bar Bat Mitzvah scene called, MySnapFilter. They create custom “GeoFilters” specifically for your child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration. If this is starting to sound confusing, just tell your child that you found a company who can design a GeoFilter, with a logo or graphic design of their choosing, for their Bar or Bat Mitzvah, and see what they say!
The latest in Bar & Bat Mitzvah fun, MySnapFilter is a team of professional graphic designers based in New York City. They come from a diverse background of professions in the design, technology, finance and animation industries. They know design, they know technology and they know what kids want! The best part? It will probably be the least expensive entertainment you will find for your child’s party.
Pricing depends on the length of the party, how many different filters and the complexity of the designs. Check out the Bar Bat Mitzvah section of their Website for more information.
Here are really cool examples of GeoFilters for recent Bar & Bat Mitzvah parties created by MySnapFilter:
Flower Power
Let's Roll
Love
Mets
Lacrosse
Visit their Website, to learn more about MySnapFilter.
April 13th, 2016
The Paramount, a concert hall and event venue in Huntington, New York, was the perfect spot for the Raphaelson family of Woodbury, New York, to celebrate their son Max’s Bar Mitzvah.
Max is a loyal New York Yankees fan and wanted this to be his Bar Mitzvah theme. The family wanted a stylish spin incorporating the decor scheme. The Paramount was the perfect venue for this and with the help of The Showplace, an event design florist and decor company, they hit this one out of the park.
The photographer was Photography by: Denis Leon & Co.
Bar Mitzvah Service
As guests arrived they were welcomed by the large marquee announcing the main event
The kippot were placed in a vintage wooden box with baseballs
For the Bar Mitzvah ceremony, an area was sectioned off with draping and beautiful stained glass backdrops
The service was warm and inviting
The Bar Mitzvah Celebration
Guests received their 'tickets' at the ticket booth
The room was transformed with a sophisticated baseball decor, including pin striped linens
The kids' tables for this vintage baseball themed party had alternating centerpieces: vintage soda boxes and wheat grass, styled to resemble turf and baseball bats (https://mitzvahmarket.com/mitzvah-ideas/themes/modern-decor-for-a-vintage-baseball-bar-mitzvah-theme/)
Lockers with baseball silhouettes lined the walls
Custom vintage style marquee signage hung over the kids' lounge for the
Raphaelson Bar Mitzvah
Baseballs displayed in glass vases with beautiful flowers for the adult tables
Plexi glass table numbers with red stitching to mimic a baseball
Flowers in the shape of a baseball with mitts
Baseball pennants hung around the bar
There was room for everyone on the dance floor at The Paramount
The candle lighting cake resembled a Yankee uniform shirt
Mini baseball helmets for the ice cream bar
As young guests were ready to leave, they received their favors in the 'locker room'
We thank The Paramount and the Raphaelson family for sharing this amazing Bar Mitzvah with our readers.
Venue: The Paramount; Design/Florist: The Showplace; Photography: Denis Leon & Co,
April 10th, 2016
The Shumer family celebrated daughter, Ashlynn’s Bat Mitzvah on December 5, 2015, with a Havdalah service followed by a celebration at Temple Tikvah in New Hyde Park, New York.
It was a stylish celebration with close family and friends and without question everyone… partied their ASH’s off!
Pictured L-R: Brother Matthew, Bat Mitzvah girl Ashlynn, Mom Geri and Dad Steven.
The photographer was Simon Elliot Events and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
Invitation
The family worked with Carrie Chalup of Invitations by Z-BAC on the blue tie-dye invitation.
Bat Mitzvah Service
The Shumer family up on the bimah with Ashlynn
A photo of Ashlynn sat beside the yarmulke basket
Yarmulkes in party colors
Mitzvah Style
Converse custom-designed high-top sneakers by Rebootz were a big hit!
The "Ash" logo looked great
Ashlynn's family looked elegant in their party wear
For the party, she dazzled in a turquoise gown with a crystal bodice and sequin tulle skirt
For the service, Ashlynn wore a black dress with white trim
Party Decor & Special Touches
The tagline "Party Your ASH off!" was a big hit for Ashlynn's celebration!
The back of the bar featured pictures of Ashlynn from a pre-party photo session by Simon Elliot Events
Couches, ottomans, and custom pillows made this the perfect place to lounge around!
Lighter Than Air Events filled the room with a turquoise, purple and white color palette. LED tables lit the room with a warm glow and paper lanterns hanging from above were a great decor accent
There was a large dance floor with light-up risers from Party Harty Entertainment
Alternating tall clear centerpieces included floating votive candles
Ashylnn's pictures and tagline were used on the custom pillows in the kids' lounge area
The sign-in door, with logo by Simon Elliot Events, was the perfect keepsake. It’s back in her bedroom as a daily reminder about her special celebration
Music Entertainment
MC Mike B and the gang from Party Harty Entertainment kept everyone on the dance floor all night!
Ashlynn entered the ballroom in style
Brother Matthew made his entrance with the Party Harty dancers wearing custom tank tops
The Shumer family had fun on the dance floor
Ashlynn during the horah
Notice the neon light-up sneakers on the Party Harty crew!
Mitzvah Moments
Ashlynn and Dad Steven danced to "Butterfly Kisses" by Bob Carlyle
Ashlynn's friends presented her with photo blanket
Candle Lighting Ceremony
Sweet Karma Desserts created this beautiful and delicious diamond quilted cake featuring the "ASH" logo on top
The Shumer family were all smiles
Ashlynn lit a candle with her brother
Ashlynn surrounded by her friends
Favors
Ashlynn posed with her comfy sweatshirt designed by Simon Elliot Events
Guests also received a drawstring backpack by Simon Elliot Events
Simon Elliot Events provided Stick-A-Pic photo favors
Desserts and Mitzvah Exit Treats
As guests left the party they were offered soft pretzels
And yummy grilled cheese sandwiches made to order
There was a candy bar, a station with chocolate-covered fruit and cookies, an ice cream sundae bar and lots of delicious treats such as Devil Dogs, Twinkies, chocolate éclairs and ice cream bars
Mitzvah Project
For her Mitzvah Project, Ashlynn volunteered for Last Hope Animal Shelter where she helps take care of abandoned kittens. She organized a drive for food, toys and office supplies, which the shelter desperately needs in order to survive. Her efforts resulted in a truck load of items that the shelter was most grateful to receive.
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Ashlynn’s Bat Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: Temple Tikvah, 516-873-5330
Music: MC Mike, Party Harty, 516-845-8585
Photographer/Posters/Sign-in door decor/Favors: Michelle, Simon Elliot Events, 516-586-6822
Videographer: John, Party Harty, 516-845-8585
Décor: Artie, Lighter Than Air Events, 516-933-3210
Invitations: Carrie Chalup, Invitations by Z-BAC, 516-626-6425
Cake: Sweet Karma Desserts, 516-794-4478
Custom Sneakers: Hilary Berger 516-456-5468 and Debbie Rifkin 516-779-2048 for Rebootz
Dress for Mom: PM Boutique, 516-766-0064
Dress for Ashlynn: Pzaz Dresses, 631-698-8900
Suit for Dad and Brother: Kenny’s Menswear, 516-921-2660
Hair: Christine Giglio, 631-433-4740
Makeup: Marianne, Natural Style, 631-944-6184
April 10th, 2016
When planning a Bar Bat Mitzvah, there are plenty of details to worry about – security is an easy one to take care of, and cross off your list!
At Bar Mitzvah Bouncer, they take great pride in what they do and truly appreciate the fact that so many families use them for security at their childrens’ Bar Bat Mitzvahs, Sweet 16s and other events.
They are a full service professional chaperone company specializing in the supervision of children at Bar Bat Mitzvahs, Sweet 16s, Graduations and Birthday Parties. Parents can relax and enjoy the big day while they supervise the children. Their services include the supervision of the children at the party as well as the Temple services and transportation to and from the party. Take a look at their helpful FAQ section of their Website.
While your DJ dancers may dance with the kids and are also there to dance and entertain the adults – Bar Mitzvah Bouncer is strictly involved and focused on the children at your event. They only employ certified school teachers as bouncers. Teachers have the most knowledge and experience when it comes to interacting with middle school children. Most of their teachers are also coaches for various sports teams. These qualities make the bouncers fabulous chaperones and are best suited to supervise the children as well as develop a great rapport.
HERE ARE THE TOP 6 REASONS A FAMILY SHOULD HIRE BAR MITZVAH BOUNCER:
1. WORRY LESS: One less thing parents have to worry about!
2. BUS RIDE: No adult wants to sit on a bus ride with fifty 12 & 13 years olds.
They entertain and keep the kids safe during the bus ride
Young guests stay dry while getting to the celebration
3. CANDLE LIGHTING SERVICE: To make sure the kids are very quiet during the candle lighting service.
4. WANDER OFF: To make sure the kids do not leave the venue and go outside and wander off.
The bouncers also assist the young guests, if they need a little help
5. BATHROOMS: To make sure the kids don’t destroy the bathrooms.
Interact with the young guests, keeping everyone safe
6. CELLPHONES: To try and keep the young guests off their phones and engaged in the party.
Interact with the young guests, keeping everyone safe
To learn more about Bar Mitzvah Bouncer Inc., visit their extended profile page in our Vendor Directory.
