September 3rd, 2019
RAINN (Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network)
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization.
Archive for 2019
September 3rd, 2019
Make A Wish Foundation of Connecticut
Our mission is to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions.
September 3rd, 2019
Person to Person
Person-to-Person is a volunteer-driven, community-based agency that, through a sharing of goods and services, responds to our neighbors who lack basic necessities and resources to improve their lives.
September 3rd, 2019
PeacePlayers International
PeacePlayers International (PPI) was founded in 2001 by brothers Sean and Brendan Tuohey on the premise that “children who play together can learn to live together.”
September 3rd, 2019
SINAI Schools
Special education schools for children with special needs, grades 1-12, and programs for developmentally disabled adults.
September 3rd, 2019
Project Sunshine
Project Sunshine volunteers spread sunshine, restoring a crucial sense of normalcy to the pediatric healthcare environment.
September 2nd, 2019
NYC Theme Bat Mitzvah Planned by Creative, DIY Mom
This NYC themed Bat Mitzvah had it all! From invitations featuring the scenic skyline to Metrocard place cards and a Statue of Liberty candle lighting centerpiece, Vanessa Tawil’s love of the city was clear. A black and white color scheme, with a pop of blush pink (to match Vanessa’s dress), created a sophisticated, feminine look for the Bat Mitzvah reception. Mitzvah Mom Jen, who planned the event herself, says parents don’t need to make the event “over the top.” “With a little creativity you can create a memorable event on any budget,” she says. Great advice for everyone!
Photo above (L-R): mom Jen, Bat Mitzvah girl Vanessa, dad Michael. The photographer for this event was Gregory Perry Photography. A complete list of Vendors follows at the end of this spotlight.
Service
Bold black and white invitations, with the NYC skyline, were made by mom Jennifer online
Vanessa and her family pose before her service at Temple Israel of Northern Westchester
The Bat Mitzvah girl was joyous as she carried the Torah through the sanctuary
Brother Miles performed the Hagba; lifting and opening the Torah before raising it in the air and turning to show the script to all assembled
The Tawil's were surrounded by a lot of love - and family members! - on their special day
Reception
The Tawil's enjoyed a light-hearted moment before the reception
The Bat Mitzvah girl and her brother, Miles
Adults, including mom, Jennifer (right), enjoyed an outdoor cocktail hour under a tent
When guests entered the reception they were greeted by this skyline sign-in board
A family friend created these unique placecards which were cleverly disguised as Metrocards
Close-up of place cards, with table assignments
Vanessa made her big entrance
Tables were named after NYC landmarks like Grand Central Station and Rockefeller Center
To add a pop of color, mom Jennifer chose to highlight the blush pink color of Vanessa’s dress which was reflected in the napkins and some of the balloons at the reception
Mom Jennifer built this centerpiece from Centerpieces by Awesome Events
The custom three tiered cake carried through the skyline theme, along with other hallmarks of NYC like taxi cabs and the Statue of Liberty
Vanessa's girlfriends joined her for a candle
The Bat Mitzvah girl and her friends wore their new swag during a fierce game of... Coke and Pepsi!
The BM girl also led her friends in a trivia game about... who else? Vanessa!
Vanessa's dance with her dad was a special moment
Special Touches
An airbrush artist provided entertainment for kids during the cocktail hour... and a memorable keepsake
Vanessa's custom sneakers were purchased online and bedazzled by a local mom!
A balloon arch framed the candle lighting table
Mitzvah Advice
“Don’t feel any pressure to ‘go over the top’ with the reception, says mom Jennifer. “With a little creativity you can create a memorable event on any budget. In my opinion, the two things that matter most are the food and the DJ. Everything else is supplementary.” Jennifer adds: “Do your research on Google, Pinterest and Social Media to get ideas and ask friends for recommendations. Luckily, this was the second mitzvah I planned so I was very organized and I knew which items need to be prioritized and which could be placed on the back burner. This was especially important because I was also supporting my husband’s local election campaign at the same time! This last aspect is what required me to get ‘creative’ with where I needed to spend the most or the least amount of money. So stick to your budget and I promise you will not look back on this special day wishing you had spent more money on the decor ”
Mitzvah Project
Vanessa participated in three Midnight Run events organized by her synagogue. Midnight Run coordinates groups to distribute food, clothing, blankets and personal care items to the homeless poor on the streets of New York City. The late-night relief efforts create a forum for trust, sharing, understanding and affection. That human exchange, rather than the exchange of goods, is the essence of the Midnight Run mission.
Vendor Directory
The following companies helped to make Vanessa’s celebration unforgettable. If you contact them, please tell them you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: Vittoria’Z on the Lake, 914-245-0630
Party Planner: Mom, Jennifer Fields-Tawil
Music/MC/DJ: Total DJ Entertainment Group, 914-494-8015
Photographer: Gregory Perry Photography, 646-345-7077
Videographer: Neil Fennell Video, 402-202-4729
Candle Lighting Centerpiece, Centerpieces by Awesome Event, 888-443-4267
Favors: ooShirts.com, 866-660-8667
Logo/Place Cards/Table Card Cards: family friend and graphic designer Amy Yules
Invitations: Zazzle.com, 888-892-9953
Cake: Homestyle Desserts Bakery, 914-737-4659
Balloons: The Westchester Balloon Company, 914-862-2292
Sign-In Board: family friend and graphic designer Amy Yules (design); SBS Shipping and Business Services (printing), 914-923-8115
Dresses: Teri Jon by Rickie Freeman (mom); All Dressed Up (Vanessa), 914-690-1593
Suit: Macy’s (brother Miles)
Hair/Makeup: Shine Salon and Spa (hair), 914-762-6675; Justine Golfo (makeup), 914-434-5820
Custom Sneakers: Zazzle.com (printed sneaker), 888-892-9953; Kïrsten Harzewski (bedazzling), 914-469-3979
Dance Floor Socks: Eros Wholesale, 1-888-EROS-PRO (376-7776)
Planning your own DIY Mitzvah celebration? Ask questions and get advice in Mitzvah Market’s regional Bar Bat Mitzvah planning groups on Facebook. Join here.
September 2nd, 2019
More Than A Bar Bat Mitzvah Montage: Original Songs & Animation by The Montage Maven
The Montage Maven, a boutique production studio specializing in creative videos for all of life’s important events, creates memorable Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah montages with everything from home videos and photos to favorite TV and movie scenes.
Always striving to create unique, custom products, The Montage Maven produces videos to meet the specific wishes of their clients. Take Bar Mitzvah boy Asa, for whom an original song was composed. The Montage Maven’s talented song writer created original music and lyrics to reflect the photos his family had submitted; next The Montage Maven’s editing team seamlessly matched the photos to the lyrics into the video. The result? A one of a kind song that no one else will have.
The Montage Maven also followed the lead of Bat Mitzvah girl Farin who loves drawing and anime, a Japanese style of animation. Through the use of 2-D animation and a talented editing team, they created a clever montage introduction that truly captured her sprit. See below!
For more information about The Montage Maven visit their extended profile page in our Vendor Directory.
August 25th, 2019
Bar Mitzvah & Bat Mitzvah Logos A-Z
The Bar Mitzvah & Bat Mitzvah logo is a party must-have!
Some families have a great last name that can be incorporated into the Bar or Bat Mitzvah logo and others can do something clever with their child’s first name or initials.
These Bar and Bat Mitzvah logos brand your child’s celebration and can be used for many party elements such as the invitation, gobo, on napkins, favors, place cards, menus and much more.
We are bringing you boy and girl logo examples from A to Z, but need your help. Please send us your child’s logo at info@mitzvahmarket.com and we will include it below!
Girl & Boy Names: “A”
ABBIE: This "Beatles" take-off was created by Balloon Artistry
ABBY: This clever take on a popular saying was designed by FabuDesigns.com
ABBY: It was abSOLUTELY abBy! from Flower Power Designs
ABBY: fABBYlous was designed by FabuDesigns.com. Read more about this celebration here
ABBY: It was "Abby New Year!" from Gotham T-shirts
ALIZA: Aliza Couture was created by Jaylor Party Favors
ALLIE: @LLIE was created by Balloon Artistry and the event was held at Elevate Event Lounge
ALLY: Party ALLy Night,” “Dance ALLy Night” and be “Up ALLy Night.” It’s Ally in the Name! See more from this celebration here
ALLY: TotALLY Dance was created by Balloon Artistry
ANNA: A smiling sign-in from An ANNAmoji Bat Mitzvah celebration
ARI: From Out Of The Box Creations this carnival theme cleverly included the name!
ARI: Another Ari from Out Of The Box Creations
ASHER: by MitzvahLogos.com
AUSTIN: NBAustin was created by Partie Girl Inc.
AVA: This logo is from Denyer DeZignz
AVA: This logo was designed by Denyer DeZignz
AVA: It was a extrAVAganza from Wow Creations
AVERY: It was "A VERY Fun Night" from Linzi Events
AVERY: Another clever option for the name Avery from Out Of The Box Creations
AVERY: Averybody Party at this fun Bat Mitzvah from Corbinstyle
Girl & Boy Names: “B”
BAILEY: Don't Stop BAILievin' from Out Of The Box Creations
BEN: "Ben There, Done That" at The Sands At Atlantic Beach
BENJAMIN: Created by FabuDesigns.com
BENJAMIN: Created by Party Logo Design
BENNETT: A creative use of the Beats by Dre logo created by The Event of A Lifetime
BEVERLY: Created by FabuDesigns.com
BLAKE: The NBA stood for National Blake Association at this celebration. See more here
BRADLEY: BTV was created by Jaylor Party Favors
BREANNA: Created by FabuDesigns.com
BRICE: Elevate Event Lounge sent us this clever take on game show, "The Price Is Right," designed by Logos and More
BRYAN: Created by FabuDesigns.com
BRYCE: This logo uses the Beats by Dre motif for this enthusiastic guitar player and music lover. Created by Playfully Posh Pictures
Girl & Boy Names: “C”
CALEY: This take-off on the famous perfume bottle was created by Robin Hammer Design
CAMERON: It's clever to incorporate your name into a phrase like this example from The Mitzvah Mavens
CAMERON: "Catch Me If You Cam" from RKN Designs
CARLY: Carlyfornia was the logo at a celebration by Flower Power Designs and created by Paper Works and Events
CAROLINE: Created by Denyer DeZignz
CARRIE: It was a Carriewood celebration for our teen blogger Carrie Berk. See more from this celebration here
CASSIDY: Created by FabuDesigns.com
CHARLIE: Created by Balloon Artistry
CHARLOTTE: "Charbucks" was one of the logos for this celebration. See more here
CHARLOTTE: This logo for a girl who loves the movie, Star Wars was created by Gail Steinberg Designs at her celebration produced by Extraordinary Productions
CHLOE: Created by FabuDesigns.com
COOPER: Created by MitzvahLogos.com
Girl & Boys Names: “D”
DELLA: Dellapalooza was created by The Event of a Lifetime
DREW: Dave & Buster's turned into Drew & Buster's
DREW: Jimmy Dee Entertainment created "Just Drew It"
DYLAN: Dylan was clevely incorporated into Candyland and created by Fancy Thattt
Girl & Boys Names: “E”
ELLA: What a great way to cELLAbrate from FabuDesigns.com
ELLA: It was an Ella-bration created by MitzvahLogos.com
ELLA: In Her ELLAment from MitzvahLogos.com
EMERY: This Bar Mitzvah boy incorporated the video game rating into his logo. See more from this celebration here
EMILY: A reader shared this logo which included "mi" for Michigan, where they are from. Very clever!
EMMA: created by The Event of a Lifetime
EMMA: created by The Event of a Lifetime
EMMA: Denyer DeZignz created this Bat Mitzvah logo
EMMA: Emma-Versal was designed by Out Of The Box Creations
EMMA: I want my EM-TV! created by The Event Of A Lifetime
ERICA: “AmErica Runs On Candy!" was the clever theme! See more from this celebration here
ETHAN: HallowETHAN was designed by Gail Steinberg Design
EVAN: This Bar Mitzvah boy had the idea to take his favorite basketball team and incorporate it into his logo. See more from this celebration here
ETHAN: This ski theme logo was designed by Mitzvah Graphics
Girl & Boy Names: “F”
FRED: “FREDDY SET GO” from a kids sports party in Chicago
Girl & Boy Names: “G”
GABRIELLA: A Gabulous Night was the theme for Gabriella. Logos by Out of the Box Creations
GILLIAN: A play on the popular TV show was created by A Promos USA for this celebration
GRANT: A take-off on gatorade...Grantade was created by Bees Cards
GREYSON: Strive for Greytness was the clever phrase for this celebration from CorbinStyle
Girl & Boy Names: “H”
HENRY: Oh Henry was created by Gotham T-shirts
HOLLY: Created by FabuDesigns.com
HUNTER: Hunter Armour was designed by Hi Tech Events
Girl & Boy Names: “I”
IAN: Jimmy Dee Entertainment created this CelebratIAN logo for Ian
IZZY: "This IZZ the Best Night!" was created by Todd Yahney Music and Entertainment
Girl & Boy Names: “J”
JACOB: Denyer DeZignz created this Bar Mitzvah logo
JAXON: This logo used both the first and middle name of the Bar Mitzvah boy. Read more about his celebration here
JEN: My Jeneration designed by Hi Tech Events
JESS: From Sarah Merians Photography & Video Company
JILL: FabuDesigns created this fun Bat Mitzvah logo
JILLIAN: The popular candy Jelly Bean became Jilly Bean for this Bat Mitzvah girl
JOELY: A take-off on the popular candy, this logo was created by Bees Cards
JON: A play on the Converse sneaker created by Lauren's Logos
JORDAN: This ExJORDANary sign-in pillow was created by The Pieced Palette
JUSTIN: "Justin Do It" created by Logos and More
JUSTIN: Another take "Justin Did It" from Out Of The Box Creations
Girl & Boy Names: “K”
Girl & Boy Names: “L”
LAURA: It was a SpectacuLAUR Night by The Event Of A Lifetime
LAURYN: Lulu Lauryn! See more from this celebration here
LAYLA: A play on Candyland from Cutie Patootie
LEXI: LeXox was created by
A Promos USA
LILY: It was Lily Wonka from Beth Fink Events
LINDSEY: Todd Shapera Photography sent in this cute play on the Lululemon logo for Lindsey's Bat Mitzvah
LIV: "Liv" Southbeach Style was celebrated at Life...the place to be
LIZE: Jimmy Dee Entertainment created this play on Saturday Night Live for Lize
Girl & Boy Names: “M”
MADDIE: Created by Gotham T-shirts
MADI: Created by 95 Designs
MADISON: See the rest of Madison's Square Garden celebration here
MADISON: This adorable logo, based on the TV show Friends was sent in by a reader
MATT: Mattlife Stadium created by The Event of a Lifetime
MATT: Mattison Square Garden created by Sayings For You
MATT: Mattnite created by A Promos USA
MATTHEW: Created by Balloon Artistry
MAX: A fun play on the Nickelodeon logo from Balloon Artistry
MAYA: It was an aMAYAzing Night designed by FabuDesigns.com
MAYA: Similar to the Tiffany logo from Party Logo Design
MAYA: A clever logo and tagline for a girl named Maya from Corbin Style
MEG: Created by MitzvahLogos.com
MEIRA: See more about this Baked by Meira celebration here
MELANIE: Created by Mitzvah Graphics
MIA: A fun play on Mia’s name from Space Events
MIKE: A play on the Nike logo created by Sarah Merians Photography & Videography
MILES: Designed by Gotham T-shirts
MIRA: Created by MitzvahLogos.com
MORGAN & MAX: Created by Stephanie Feldman from Cutie PatootieCreations.com
Girl & Boy Names: “N”
NATALIE: See the rest of this Saturday NAT Live celebration here
NATALIE: She's All Nat! from Out of the Box Creations
NATE: Nate's name was incorporated into IllumiNATE by M. Studio Events
NATE: A great phrase for Nate by Flower Power Designs
NATE: Movie-themed Bar Mitzvah logo for Nate created by Playfully Posh Pictures
NIK: Created by Balloon Artistry
Girl & Boy Names: “O”
Girl & Boy Names: “P”
Girl & Boy Names: “R”
RACHEL: This take-off of Dancing With The Stars was created by MitzvahLogos.com
RACHEL: Like Ray Ban sunglasses...created by MazelTovGear.com
RACHEL: OutRACHeous was from The Event Of A Lifetime
RACHEL: Created for Rachel by Out Of The Box Creations
REBECCA: This logo created by Bees Cards for Rebecca who loves Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
REESE: A Reediculous Night created by A Promos USA
RESTON: Keep Calm and Reston from Rubel Event Management
RILEY: Soccer inspired and designed by FabuDesigns.com
RYLIE: It was a Rydiculous Night by The Event Of A Lifetime
Girl & Boy Names: “S”
SAM: AweSAMness created by RKN Designs
SAM: A Promos USA created this Bat Mitzvah logo for a "Samazing" celebration!
SAM: Logo designed by Trans Trade Promotions
SAMANTHA: Created by FabuDesigns.com
SARA: Saradise sign-in pillow by The Pieced Palette
SARA: Sarandipity - Photo credit by North Shore Photo
SKYLAR: Skylar & CO. created by Jaylor Party Favors
SKYLAR: The Skye's the limit for a celebration at The Sands at Atlantic Beach
SLOANE: A clever take on Soul Cycle by Party Swag Designs
SOPHIE: "Sophie Stication," created by
Balloon Artistry
SOPHIE: "SOPHabulous" created by FabuDesigns.com
STELLA: It was one Stellar Night designed by Flower Power Designs
SYDNEY: See more from this Sydsational celebration here
STELLA: Logo and swag created by FG Designs
Girl & Boy Names: “T”
TORI: Cirque du Tori by Bee's Cards
TORI: Guests were invited to CelebraTORI at Life...the place to be for this Bat Mitzvah
Girl & Boy Names: “W”
Boy Name: “X”
Girl & Boy Names: “Z”
ZACHARY: Created by Claudine Pelc Designs and Events
ZACH: ZSPN from Balloon Artistry
ZOE: US ZOPEN by M. Studio Events
You can also ask questions and get advice about logos in our regional Bar Bat Mitzvah planning groups on Facebook. Join here.
Now that you have been inspired, read “How to think of a clever Bar Bat Mitzvah phrase, word or tagline using initials.”
Check out these Bar Mitzvah & Bat Mitzvah Logo experts.
August 17th, 2019
Bar Mitzvah Boy’s Initials Inspire Clever Taglines at Unique Glow Mitzvah
Choosing a fun, clever Bar or Bat Mitzvah tagline can be as easy as looking at your child’s initials. For Ryan Finkelstein of New Jersey, “Ready For…” became the jumping off point for several creative graphics and logos, that when combined with bright green and LED decor, resulted in a unique “Glow” Mitzvah.
Following a Bar Mitzvah service, the reception was held at Meadowlands Racing and Entertainment, which offers multiple event spaces in one venue. The Finkelstein’s held Ryan’s cocktail hour on the Terrace Rooftop, with views of New York City, and the reception took place in the Trackside room which features an easy-to-transform open layout. Lisa Ivler Events utilized a black, white and neon green color scheme that had Ryan’s guests Ready For… plenty of fun!
They used Dina Bustin Photography and the rest of the information is listed at the bottom of the spotlight.
Rooftop Cocktail hour
Guests were directed to the rooftop cocktail hour with a sign that introduced the party's bold graphics and color scheme
Ryan's friends were definitely Ready For fun as they made their way up the escalator to the event space
Custom logos were featured on LED screens at the outside bar
It was a beautiful night and guests enjoyed the open air cocktails
Ryan's friends had a blast running around the rooftop
An incredible sushi display was topped only by...
Amazing views of the sun setting over the historic race track!
Glowing Reception
Oversized initials made of plaster greeted guests as they entered the reception
Friends "signed in" on this unique neon green locker, customized with the RF logo
A green glow was cast throughout the space; from floor to ceiling and accented at place settings
Centerpieces were designed with hydrangea, infinity candles, green lighting, and glow stick napkin rings
The kids' lounge was filled with LED furniture, black lounge sofas and custom pillows
Close-up of custom pillows with glowing logo
The kids' bar was backlit with green and offered tween-friendly drinks
Oversized photos from Ryan's pre-Mitzvah photo shoot flanked both sides of the adult bar, with his Mitzvah logo in the center
Signature cocktails allowed adult guests to “ReFresh and ReFuel”
Green lights, suspended from the ceiling added to the glow factor
A giant LED screen with Ryan's tagline made a great backdrop for the dance floor
Smaller LED screens (normally used to broadcast Meadowland's races) featured Ryan's signature logo
Ryan and his family
The DJ kept the dance floor packed
End of Night Treats
Dance floor swag included custom jerseys, hats, t-shirts and shorts
For favors, Ryan's friends took home white or black logo hoodies with cozy sweatpants or flannels
Close up of logo flannels and pants
Favors went home in RF logo drawstring bags
Close up of favor bags
Favorite dessert of the night - a chocolate fountain loaded with items to dip
Some graphic liberties turned Rita’s into Ryan’s for some fun icy treats
Kids (and adults!) lined up for the sweet treats
The oversized RF letters were repurposed at the end of the night
Guests were offered ReFresh waters on the way home
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Ryan’s Bar Mitzvah unforgettable. If you contact them please let them know you read about their services on Mitzvah Market.
Venue: Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment, 201-843-2446
Caterer: Ark Meadowlands LLC, 201-843-2446
Event Planner: Lisa Ivler Events, 973-826-2108
Emcee/DJ/Dancers/Video Wall: Total Entertainment, 201-894-0055
Games/Airbrush: Royal Entertainment, 973-826-
Logos/Favors/Branding: Fingerprints Design, 917-670-4483
Décor: Jersey Street Productions, 973-779-7444
Photographer: Dina Bustin Photography, 917-593-5165
Photo Booth: iParty Pix, 855-399-4749
Magician: Magic by Vinny, 516-887-1515