February 1st, 2017
Cooper Davis lives in Plainview, New York, and will become a Bar Mitzvah in April, 2018. He attends Hebrew School at Woodbury Jewish Center in Woodbury, New York. For his Mitzvah Project, he has chosen to help and support P.S. 5, a classroom of elementary school-aged children in Brooklyn, New York, with a broad range of special needs.
Left: Cooper is pictured with some of the donated cooking equipment.
We asked Cooper a few questions about his Mitzvah Project:
MM: Why did you decide to take on this particular project?
CD: There are some children who face emotional challenges every day because they live very hard lives. Some of the children struggle with Autism and others have different learning disabilities. I wanted to help make their school day a little easier and show them that people care about them.
MM: Can you give us details of your Mitzvah Project?
CD: My mom has a friend, Sharon Roberts, who teaches learning and emotionally disabled children in Special Education Class at P.S. 5 in Brooklyn, New York. The school is in a very low income area and the class always needs school supplies and books. They need things we take for granted every day. If I needed pencils or binders or books, my parents would go out and buy them for me. Some parents of the children at this school can’t do that all the time, they can’t afford to. We also found out that they love cooking, so we are asking for new or gently used cooking supplies, like pots and pans, mixing bowls, a toaster oven, a mini-microwave and things they can use to learn to cook so they can be independent some day. The cooking lessons give them confidence and long-term life training. The children with Autism really like to use the computer in the classroom, but they need headphones to drown out outside noise, so we are collecting those too. Hopefully when we donate everything, I can meet them and maybe cook a meal with them.
MM: Does your project have a start and end date, if so what are they?
CD: I began my project in January, 2017. I don’t want it to have an end date, so we can keep helping children who need really need it.
MM: In your own words, what does it mean to you to do a Mitzvah Project for your Bar Mitzvah?
CD: In Hebrew School they teach us to practice “tikkun olam” which means “to repair the world.” I think if everyone did something kind or thoughtful every single day, we could repair the world. My Mitzvah Project is important to me because I hope to make a difference in a child’s life.
MM: Does it involve a donation?
CD: People have been generously donating school supplies such as pencils, crayons, notebooks, bowls, pots and pans. They are also donating gift cards so we can buy the other things that the children need.
MM: What are you doing to spread the word?
CD: I emailed everyone in my family and some family friends and my mom posted about it on social media to help spread the word.
MM: How long can people donate to this charity?
CD: As long as there is a need for classroom supplies, we will keep donating.
MM: Anything else we need to know about your Mitzvah Project?
CD: Sometimes living out here on Long Island in the comfortable suburbs, we forget that there are children who are homeless, who aren’t getting the help and education they need and who struggle because they have terrible home lives. We have to help them see that people care about them. I feel lucky to be able to help other children.
For further information on how to help support Cooper and the students in Sharon Robert’s Special Education Class at P.S. 5, please email Cooper’s Mom Rebecca Davis at bec53004@gmail.com.
January 25th, 2017
Debbie’s Designs created a chic beach Bat Mitzvah at the Hilton Pearl River in Pearl River, New York. For Becca’s Beach Bash the team worked with tones of blue, aqua and white and incorporated beach elements into every inch of this space. From the minute guests walked in, they were ready for the perfect beach experience. By using beach themed décor elements, Debbie’s Designs was able to transform the venue’s ballroom into an elegant beach destination.
The photographer was Giulianna Marie Studios.
Decor
For the adult tables, there were three different designs which included custom tables. The lounge included pub tables, beach umbrellas, couches and a custom airplane soaring over the lounge.
When guests walked in they felt like they were going to the beach. What a great first impression!
White lounge furniture with turquoise accents and beach umbrellas decorated the teen lounge
The perfect place to lounge around
Additional seating on a semi-circle couch
On the back wall there was an over-sized poster of the beach with Beeca's name and party logo
The adult tables - serene and inviting
Branches, sand, shells and starfish blended perfectly with the theme
Scattered shells on the tables accented by votives added to the beachy table decor
Each table was named for an island vacation
The custom bar gave the room an ocean blue feel
Party Details
Beach lockers to store all the "stuff"
Pictures of Bat MItzvah girl Becca were displayed on shelving behind the bar
The lifeguard chair had pretty floral arrangements in the party colors
Arcade games added to the beach themed fun
This adirondack chair was signed by all of Becca's guests
The festive logo decorated the lounge pillows
Bat Mitzvah Cake
A turquoise frosted cake was the perfect treat for this beach experience
Mitzvah Exit Treats
At the end of the night, guests were surprised with Becca’s Candy Kitchen which included an amazing selection of candy, branded cookies and water bottles.
A candy buffet displayed in buckets
A see-through acrylic candy display made quite a statement
We thank Debbie’s Designs for sharing this great Bat Mitzvah with our readers.
Event Planner and Decor: Debbie’s Designs, Photographer: Giulianna Marie Studios; Venue: Hilton Pearl River
January 23rd, 2017
The Francombe family from Atlanta, Georgia, celebrated their son Joshua’s Bar Mitzvah during a fun-filled weekend, Friday, April 17 – Sunday, April 19, 2015. The festivities were held at one of his favorite places, Camp Ramah Darom in the North Georgia Mountains.
Thanks to Mom Stacie, a nationally-renown wedding expert, no detail was overlooked making it a memorable weekend for family and friends who came from Wales, Great Britain, Utah, New York, New Jersey, Chicago, Florida, Las Vegas, Delaware, Tennessee and North Carolina to celebrate and attend Camp Josh!
Pictured above L-R: Brother Jake, Dad Dave, Brother Geordie, Mom Stacie and Bar Mitzvah boy Josh
The photographer was Hopkins Studios and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
Mitzvah Invitation & Save the Date
Guests got into the camp spirit as soon as they received their custom invitation. Mom Stacie had a hand in the design working with Sirmantha Celesta from Paper Parfait.
This amazing etched wood invitation suite set the tone for the party by creating a “rustic” feel. There was a wood bar to hold all of the important inserts in place
A separate RSVP card included its own envelope ready to mail back
Mom Stacie thought of everything, even a packing list!
The custom
Website featured easy-to-navigate sections full of the important details guests needed to know about a weekend away at camp!
Save-the-dates were sent out a year in advance and included Website information and a logo'd s'more treat
The boxed invitation with hand calligraphy wow'd their guests
Bar Mitzvah Branding
There were many “happy campers” as family and friends arrived at the campgrounds. Below are just a few of the many branded goodies (in Josh’s favorite team: Ohio State red and grey) that guests received upon arrival.
Custom Welcome Information Packet
Lots of branded swag and goodies were given to the guests
Guests were escorted to their rooms or bunks to get unpacked
Guests received logo'd 'Camp Josh' duffle bags filled with swag
Luggage tags, key rings and flashlights
Custom t-shirts
A mug for the weekend with a note on the tag "This Camp Josh Mug is a gift for you, Fill it up with a Drink or Two"
Mitzvah Services
After enjoying activities and lunch, there was a Friday night service and Shabbat dinner to kick off the weekend. Saturday morning Josh had his Bar Mitzvah service overlooking the lake and campus. He was joined by his grandparents and maternal great grandparents, ages 95 and 91, along with cousins, aunts and uncles.
The kippot and candy made a great presentation in rustic boxes. The candy was thrown at the end of the service
"Shabbat Shalom" printed on paper canoes were placed on guests' chairs for the service
Josh recited his prayers beautifully
Saturday night guests enjoyed s'mores at the firepit after the Havdallah service. Then they went into the dining hall for the party to begin
Mitzvah Style
The Francombe family looked great throughout the weekend with different outfits for the casual photo shoot, the service and the party.
The family posed in their camp chic outfits before Friday night service
The family ready for Josh's Saturday service coordinated in their red and grey outfits
Custom t-shirts for color-war activities
Mitzvah Camp Activities
After Saturday services and Kiddush luncheon, campers took part in fun activities ending with a camp-wide Color War where guests were divided into Team Red and Team Grey.
A soccer competition
A friendly game of basketball
Pie eating competition
Kayaking and canoeing were popular afternoon activities
The kiddush luncheon menu was printed on a paper bag along with custom straws - so cute!
Party Decor
Mom Stacie incorporated special elements into the event decor and food, styling her son’s celebration.
The dining hall was transformed by Darla Walker Events with rustic, chic décor
Long wooden tables with grey table runners and red napkin linens
Vintage red oil lanterns hung from the ceiling
Wooden barrel pedestals and plant centerpieces decorated the tables
Josh's logo dressed up the dance floor
Party Details
Bunk place cards
Rustic wood place card holder
Place settings with tree stump coasters
Camp Signage and Sign-In
Entrance signage welcoming guests to the campgrounds
This wood pallet listed all the great activities offered over the weekend etched on these boards
A Flag with Josh's logo used as the sign-in, the flag now hangs in his room as a memory of the weekend!
Mitzvah Music
Josh made his entrance
It's Horah time!
Mitzvah Project
Josh’s grandfather was diagnosed with Parkinson Disease 5 years ago, so for his Mitzvah Project he decided to raise money for the National Parkinson Foundation (NPF) for the annual walk. Josh was also honored at the Annual Walk and gave a speech about his Mitzvah Project in front of hundreds of walkers. Also, Josh was asked to be the guest of honor at the NPF annual dinner where he was awarded for his fundraising efforts.
Josh raised over $6,000 and volunteered his time at multiple NPF events during the year
Josh and his grandfather
Team picture
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Josh’s Bar Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Event Planner Mom, Stacie Francombe and Darla Walker, Darla Walker Events, 865-235-2500
Venue: Anthony Franklin, Camp Ramah Darom 404-531-0801
Camp Caterer: Todd Jones, Camp Ramah Darom 404-531-0801
Décor, Florals, Linens Rentals & Lighting: Darla Walker, Darla Walker Events, 865-235-2500
Paper Products : Liz Townsend, Lidda Bits, 706-248-6150
Invitation: Sirmantha Celeste Ellison. Paper Parfait, 404- 482-0777
Calligraphy: Dondrea, Jenkins-Rose, 404- 955-7435
Rabbi: Effie Spielman
Photography and Photo Booth: Scott & Melissa Hopkins, Hopkins Studios, 912-308-7057
Videographer: Alan and Lisa, 865-659-3273
Band/DJ: Joe Bunn, Bunn DJ Company, 843-278-0343
Cake & Desserts: Venita Aspen
Mixology: Carmaleita Lyght, Lyghthouse Cocktails, 404-789-9818
Rentals: Darla Walker, Castleton Farms, 865-376-9040/Rhett Hall, Oconee Rentals, 706-484-0496
Rentals: Gina Changas, All Occasions Party Rentals, 865-588-1131
Transportation: Ben Elrod, Atlantic Limo, 404-429-5693
Masseuse: Allison Moore, Pamper Perfect Mobile Spa, 866-947-9994
January 23rd, 2017
Looking for a unique Mitzvah Exit Treat for guests leaving your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah celebration?
Kannoli Kings is a mobile catering company offering gourmet cannoli.
Sal LoPiccolo and his partner, Joe Pinola came up with this idea to bring the best desserts to events, Your guests can enjoy everything from traditional cannoli to a wide variety of specialty options like Cinnamon Apple Pie, Coconut Chocolate Moose, Pumpkin Graham Cracker, Caramel French Vanilla, Coffee Cannoli to name a few. The fun and great taste doesn’t stop there as they can also make one-of-a-kind savory cannoli like Barbecue Chicken, Mac and Cheese and more.
They use the finest ingredients for quality and freshness in every bite.
The Kannoli Kings cannoli are the perfect way to add something sweet or savory to your Bar or Bat Mitzvah celebration!
The Kannoli Kings setting up at the end of the evening
Have them packaged and ready to go
Kannoli Kings' mobile truck
Graham Cracker Cannoli
French Toast Cannoli
Barbecue Chicken Cannoli
Kannolli Kings can be reached at 845-444-6146 or visit them online at www.kannollikings.com.
January 18th, 2017
Todd Shapera Photography recently photographed a Bar Mitzvah celebration at Life…The Place to Be in Ardsley, New York.
The Bar Mitzvah boy is a competitive ice hockey player and a huge fan of the sport. The family worked with Life’s Sharon Zukerman and Clarissa Marino on all the amazing hockey details including a usable synthetic ice skating rink which was kept as a surprise until the party room opened!
Ice Hockey Party Surprise
Mom Hillary worked with owner Sharon and Clarissa of Life...the place to be... to bring in the synthetic ice-skating rink for the party
While adults danced, kids skated. Later, while kids danced, other kids skated
The skating was integrated into the flow of the party so that both occurred simultaneously
The party venue, Life...the place to be provided the skates
Cubbies held the skates
Party Decor and Details
The place card table included a hockey net, sign-in hockey jersey and place card pucks
The entrance doors had decals with the Bar Mitzvah boy's initials
The centerpieces featured hockey jerseys
The adult tables looked elegant between the skating rink and dance floor
The Bar Mitzvah boy had a New York Rangers themed cake with his jersey number
A candy buffet at the end of the night for guests to enjoy
Bar Mitzvah Pre-Shoot
Ten days before the party, Photographer Todd Shapera put on his skates to take live action shots on the ice which included Arye playing goalie during an actual practice
Pictures of Arye playing hockey were looped on the screens during the cocktail party
Action photos and rink portraits of Ayre were exhibited on LIFE’s monitors during the cocktail hour and on large screens throughout the party
The Wolberg family picture perfect before the party!
Music Entertainment
Travesties Entertainment provided the awesome music and dancers
Lots of action on and off the rink
We thank Todd Shapera Photography and the Wolberg family for sharing this great Bar Mitzvah with our readers.
Photographer: Todd Shapera Photography; Venue: Life…The Place to Be; Decor: Life Decor; Caterer: Abagail Kirsch; Music Entertainment: Travesties Entertainment
January 16th, 2017
The Feldman family of Charlotte, North Carolina, celebrated their son Jack’s Bar Mitzvah on September 10, 2016, at Temple Beth El in Charlotte, North Carolina. Later that evening there was a reception in his honor at Providence Country Club also in Charlotte. It was an especially great day because it was Jack’s 13th birthday!
Mom, Stephanie Feldman, owner of Cutie Patootie Creations has created and designed for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs for years and was excited to create something special reflecting Jack’s many interests. She came up with an elegant and fun outcome incorporating all of her son’s requests: lacrosse, wrestling, navy blue and neon glow.
Mitzvah Market also featured Jack’s brother Joshua’s Ice Hockey themed Bar Mitzvah which Mom Stephanie creatively designed the invitations, logo, party decor and favors.
Pictured L-R: Dad Ross, Mom Stephanie Feldman, Bar Mitzvah boy Jack and Brother Joshua.
The photographer was Andy Chen of Indigo Photography and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
Bar Mitzvah Invitation and Service
Mom Stephanie designed the argyle style invitation in party colors
The Feldman family all smiles up on the Bimah
Jack did a great job reciting his prayers during the service
Mitzvah Decor Design
Invitation and Event Decor Designer & Jack’s Mom Stephanie Feldman, integrated all of her son’s requests making for a great party!
Guests found their table assignment on a custom designed table roster. Tables were named after college teams with well-known lacrosse and wrestling programs
One of the many logos for this celebration
Mom Stephanie worked with Illuminaria on the LED lampshade design customized with Jack's logo
The lampshades, which stood on three foot pedestals, were placed on the adult tables
White hydrangea floral arrangements with navy pintuck linens for Michigan, of course!
Here's the glow Jack wanted with blue and green uplighting
Party Details
The out-of-town guests' treats created by Mom Stephanie
Jack's logo'd sign-in pillow was a big hit!
Custom wine bottle labels featuring Jack's logo diplayed on the bar
The front of the menu was similar to the invitation and looked great on the navy pintuck linens
Guests enjoyed the delicious menu options
Jack's customized gift box
Mitzvah Candle Lighting and Music
Mom Stephanie created the custom logo and had artisan ice sculpturists carve the amazing candle lighting ice sculpture
The Feldman family front and center to dance the Horah
Jack enjoyed the horah
Mitzvah Moments
Brothers Josh and Jack in a great pre-party shot
Nothing like celebrating with great friends - Mom Stephanie and friends
Dad and Mom had a blast on the dance floor with their cool party shades
Mitzvah Party Favors
Custom designed Koozies for adult favors
A candy buffet for Jack's friends
Mom to Mom Advice from Stephanie
“This is a day you and your family will remember forever. It’s a day that your child will hold near and dear to his/her heart for the rest of their lives. Enjoy and savor every moment of the planning process and try to not focus or stress over the little details and that every aspect needs to be “perfect.” When I found myself getting stressed out, I had to remind myself that this was not “my day” this was my “son’s day.” The details of the party are important but it was more important that my son felt confident and secure understanding and reading his Torah portions.
Mitzvah Project
Jack participated in the program Remember Us and celebrated his Bar Mitzvah with a little boy named Lyusik Kandebman who was 9 years old when he was killed in the Holocaust. Jack took this very seriously and it was a very emotional service and speech for him. Jack is a cook and while attending Johnson and Wales summer culinary program in Charlotte, he cooked meals for families who stay at the Ronald McDonald House while in Charlotte for medical treatment.
Jack with the head chef during a summer culinary program
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Jack’s Bar Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: Providence Country Club, 704-846-8475
Party Planner/Event Décor Design: Mom Stephanie Feldman, Cutie Patootie Creations
Invitations/Sign-In Pillow/Logo/Koozie and Stadium Cup Favors: Cutie Patootie Creations
Menu/Table Seating Roster/Wine Bottle Labels/College Logo Table Cylinders: Cutie Patootie Creations
Lampshades: Martha Atkins, Illuminaria, 978-706-1797
Additional Event Coordination: Patricia Nino, Elegance from Start to Finish, 856-889-4358
Draping, Lighting & Photo Booth: Charlotte Event Lighting, 336-420-1563
Music Entertainment: Big Bad Ben, East Coast Entertainment, 855-323-4386
Videographer: Rob Morse, Visual Impressions, 704-309-3659
Photographer: Andy Chen, Indigo Photography, 704-335-0948
Gift Box: Memories Made Custom on Etsy.com
Ice Sculpture Candle Lighting: Martha, Artisan Ice Sculptures, 704-569-9392
Mom Stephanie’s Dress: Two Birds Bridesmaids, 212-633-1384
Dad and Boys Suits: Nordstrom
Hair/Makeup: Mom did her own!
January 11th, 2017
Jennifer Keller Styled Events located in Weston, Florida, was the planner and coordinator for a Bar Mitzvah boy named Pryce. There was no question that the theme would be his name and inspired by the popular game show, “The Price is Right.” The venue was The Gallery of Amazing Things in Dania Beach, Florida. The photographer was Arrow Photography.
Although there was no bidding, buying and bargaining, there was dining, dancing and drinking. So many amazing decor details, especially the show’s iconic wheel so…Come On Down and enjoy this amazing Bar Mitzvah themed version: The Pryce is Right!
Bar Mitzvah Logo
Jennifer Keller Styled Events discussed the vision with Galaxy Productions who designed the multi-colored draping, staging and the lights. Tali Table Designs filled in the rest with a custom wrapped dance floor, tables which included the popular icon, as well as the custom Big Wheel and Plinko sets.
The logo was inspired by the famous game show
The game show’s iconic amusement pieces were crowd pleasers as guests tried their luck spinning the wheel, dropping the chip and playing video versions of the classic game on multi-stationed TV units
The ballroom included a dance floor decorated with a custom Gobo, multi-colored draping, staging and lights
Decor/Party Details
The bar and much of the lounge furniture was branded with the logo
The items behind the bar included those famous grocery items featured on the television show: Stove Top Stuffing, Mac-N-Cheese and Crisco, of course!
Custom napkins along with the fun items
The kids' lounge area
Pryce's signature Mint Mocktini
Food/Desserts and Favors
Potions in Motion provided a winning menu of items from sushi and sliders to chicken and waffles and even a Bacon Station at all their custom themed stations. The dessert room opened to many awesome options including s’mores and Jupiter donuts. All of Pryce’s ‘contestants’ came out winners receiving PJ bottoms and Lotto scratch off tickets.
Custom themed stations were set up around the room
Decadent dessert options
The very popular Jupiter Donuts were a big hit!
All contestants took home a prize pack of logo'd pajama bottoms and/or a Florida “Price is Right” Lotto scratch off tickets
We thank Jennifer Keller Styled Events for sharing this great Bar Mitzvah with Mitzvah Market.
EVENT PLANNER: Jennifer Keller Styled Events; VENUE: Gallery of Amazing Things; CATERER: Potions in Motion; DECOR: Galaxy Productions/Tali Table Designs/Just Bars; DJ/MC: Joseph & Bryan, Pure Energy Entertainment; PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEOGRAPHY: Arrow Film & Video Productions
January 8th, 2017
The Kandel family celebrated the B’nai Mitzvah of triplets Jason, Riley and Abby with a service and Kiddish luncheon on Saturday, February 27, 2016, at Temple Sinai in Roslyn, New York. The celebration in their honor took place at The Space, in Westbury, New York, a concert and event venue. The triplets decided to have their party on Sunday, February 28th with an Academy Awards/Oscar theme in the afternoon so guests could go home and watch the Academy Awards later that evening.
Pictured L-R: Dad Corey, Bat Mitzvah girl Riley, Bar Mitzvah boy Jason, Bat Mitzvah girl Abby and Mom Marcy.
The photographer was Fine Photography by Stephanie and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
Mitzvah Invitation/Service/Kiddush Luncheon
Ellen Futterman of Proper Notice created the invitation. We love "Dress for the Paparazzi!"
Personalized service programs
Information about each B'nai MItzvah was included in the service program
The inscription inside the red kippot
Smiling faces after the service where each did a great job reciting their prayers
A Kiddush luncheon following services where the triplets got to spend time with family and friends after the service
B’nai Logos
The first two logos were created by Neuman’s Kitchen. The third logo was created by Personal Kitten Designs. All their logo’s were incorporated throughout the party on the Mitzvah Exit containers, napkins, labels and adapted for the party favors.
Each triplet had their own star in this version
The triplet's names front and center
This logo used on the water bottles given out at the end of the celebration
The Venue
The Space is concert and event venue converted from a movie theater, perfect for an Academy Awards themed party
As guests arrived, they were welcomed by the large marquee announcing the main event
Mitzvah Party Style
The family was Red Carpet Ready
Picture perfect threesome
Mitzvah Party Decor
Director clapboard style place cards were customized with guests' name and table number
Hollywood drama decor created with a red, black and gold color palette
Star studded custom Step N Repeat by Ovando Florist
The room was transformed with a large lounge section for the kids' and adult seating. The red uplighting created show-stopping ambiance
Ovando Florist also designed the beautiful and glamorous centerpieces
Sign-in posters
Award Winning Party Food
Custom cocktail napkins were served with a shot of Matzo Ball soup from caterer Neuman’s Kitchen!
There were amazing buffet stations
Mitzvah Music and Interactive Entertainment
The family had a great time!
The giveaways were custom K3 t-shirts for the Kandel threesome!
MC Jared and the More Than Music dancers had everyone on the dance floor
The dancers wore logo'd t-shirts
Coco Events provided the interactive entertainment
Mitzvah Cake and Candle Lighting Ceremony
Sweet Karma Bakery provided the award-winning Oscar themed cake
There was an Award ceremony for the candle lighting which displayed the 'winners' on the screen
The Kandel family all blew out the candles together
Friends surround the triplets for their 'friends' candle
The triplets shared a special moment with their grandparents
Dad Corey gave a speech in honor of his children
Mitzvah Exit Treats
Delicious Kannoli Kings cannoli were given out for guests to enjoy at the end of the evening. They were presented in a custom logo'd box
Guests loved their cannoli and thought it was a unique idea
The Kannoli Kings setting up at the end of the evening
Mitzvah Project
The triplets raised money for Cycle For Survival, a annual cycling event held at Equinox gyms around the country. The event took place at Equinox in Roslyn, New York and it’s celebrating its 10th year. Abby, Riley and Jason’s uncle, Dr. Ross Levine is a researcher at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center working in the Human Oncology and Pathogenesis Program (HOPP). Cycle for Survival has over 31,000 participants all over the country and raises money for rare cancers through Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center with 100 percent of the money raised going to research. This years upcoming ride will take place on March 4, 2017 and Team HOPP will continue to raise money in the triplets name. Abby, Riley and Jason are inspired by their uncle’s work and chose this as something that they enjoy raising money for and will continue to each year.
Bat Mitzvah girl Riley and other members of the family who took part in the day
Mom Marcy in the center with team HOPP and her Brother Ross Levine, on the right who was keynote speaker at the event
Mom to Mom Advice from Mom Marcy
“Even though planning a Bar/Bat or B’nai Mitzvah is a major milestone in your child or children’s life, remember is just a party. It’s supposed to be a lot of fun and I tried to take it one step at a time. As a full-time working mother I made sure I planned well and managed my limited time well to ensure that I didn’t make the event too stressful for my family. Also as a mother of triplets only, this B’nai Mitzvah is my only chance to do this so I tried to make thoughtful choices and not be wasteful with time or money for anyone involved. I had a great time and so did Corey and the kids! That is what we will remember forever! “
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Jason, Riley and Abby’s Bat Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: The Space at Westbury, 516-283-5566
Party Planner: Mom Marcy Kandel
Invitation: Ellen Futterman, Proper Notice, 516-621-9523
Caterer/Logo: Neuman’s Kitchen, 888-790-0565
Music Entertainment/MC: More Than Music, 516-626-9400
Photographer/Videographer: Stephanie, Fine Photography by Stephanie, 516-621-8223
Favors: Richie Cetron, New Island Graphics, 516-650-7581
Party entertainment: Coco Events, 631-274-0600
Cake: Sweet Karma Bakery, 516-794-4478
Décor/florist/Step N Repeat: Ovando Florist, 212-924-7848
Sign-In board and Place cards: Dee Lucia Design Print on Etsy.com
Mitzvah Exit Treat: Kannoli Kings, 631-882-1728
Dress for Mom Marcy: Filly’s of Roslyn, 516-739-9090
Abby and Riley Dresses: Outrageous Boutique, 516-931-3331
Suits for family members: Kenny’s Men & Boys Wear, 516-921-2660
Hair: Salon Just Hair, 516-484-2123
Makeup: Juli Packin, 516-526-3121
Water Bottle labels: Personal Kitten, Inc, 561-568-8005
Trophies for Awards Ceremony; Speedy Awards on Etsy.com
January 4th, 2017
Want the newest, coolest trend at your child’s Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah celebration?
Based out of New York City, Stuf’d Truck is a mobile kitchen that will provide bite sized nuggets of stuffed French toast. Choose from cannoli, S’mores, banana chocolate chip, PB&J, Cinnabon or Apple Galette bites for your Bar Bat Mitzvah guests.
Just tell them what you need and they’ll bring a truck full of treats and your guests will leave Stuf’d!
The Stuf'd Truck
Many bite sized options
Guests will go home "stuf'd"
S'mores with S’mores Nutella, milk chocolate, marshmallow fluff, graham cracker crust
Apple galette Stuf'd French Toast
Learn more at Stuf’d Truck or call 646-598-6278. Just tell them Mitzvah Market sent you!
Visit Stuf’d at our upcoming Park Ridge Celebrate! Party Showcase taking place at the Park Ridge Marriott on Sunday, January 29, 2017.
January 1st, 2017
The Lasky family celebrated the Bat Mitzvah of daughter Morgan on September 17th, 2016. The venue was the New Jersey Center for Science, Technology and Mathematics (STEM) on the campus of Kean University in Union, New Jersey.
The Bat Mitzvah’s theme was MTV (Morgan Television) and event planner Dayna Platnick along with Rooftop2 Productions and Debbie’s Bouquets created a cool, hip event that transformed this unique space into one fabulous party!
Pictured L-R: Mom Shelly, Bat Mitzvah girl Morgan, Dad Scott and Brother Garrett.
The photographer was Peter Tehomilic of PJT Prints and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
Invitation/Style/Logo
The invitation, kippot and service program were all presented beautifully.
Mom Shelly created custom prayer books for the guests to follow along. Turquoise suede yarmulkes and Morgan's MTV inspired invitation were on display as well
Morgan did a great job reciting her prayers during the service held in the theater section of the venue
Morgan and her parents during the service
Morgan looked great in her light blue beaded cocktail dress
Mitzvah Venue and Decor
The Atrium of the New Jersey Center for Science, Technology and Mathematics is a very cool event venue.
Beautiful floor to ceiling windows along with fuchsia up-lighting made for a dramatic effect
The room was decorated with silver shimmering table linens with pops of color adding a sophisticated feel
The lounge area included sleek black leather couches with colorful pillows and LED coffee tables
Shimmery table linens added to the chic vibe
A fun poster of Morgan pointed the way to the party
Mitzvah Entrance
Guests made an aisle for Morgan to make her big entrance
Morgan gave high fives as she made her way into the party
Morgan during the horah on her sign-In chair
Mitzvah Music
Dancers were outfitted in 'MTV' branded apparel
The Lasky family had a great time on the dance floor
Custom MTV sunglasses were a big hit!
The dance floor was packed thanks to Rooftop2 Productions
Guests loved the life sized LED wall
The MC from Rooftop2 Productions had a great time too
Mitzvah Fun
Morgan's brother Garrett hosted Morgan Trivia and guests received prizes based on how well they knew the Bat Mitzvah Girl!
Custom Step N Repeat with a red carpet for Morgan's celebrity guests
Guests had a blast with the dance floor giveaways
Candle Lighting/Friend Presentation
The candles spelled out "Morgan June Lasky." When guests came up to light the candle with Morgan, a picture of them was shown on the TV screen above
Morgan's friends posed with their candle
Morgan loved this collage from her friends
Family and friends wished Morgan "Mazel Tov" MTV style
Dessert
The gorgeous candy table and custom bottled water in Morgan's signature colors
Mom-to-Mom Advice from Mom Shelly
We all love the bells and whistles, but at the end of the day, you want to create an emotional and meaningful journey for your guests. Speeches, videos and creative programming throughout the night are what separates one party experience from another. Start planning early and be as organized as possible. It helps to have a great party planner too!
Mitzvah Project
Morgan and her Mom traveled to Guatemala to feed children at a malnutrition center through Orphan’s Heart. This is a non-profit organization on a mission to bring love and care to every child in need through international missions and child sponsorship. Mom Shelly and Morgan spent two days with babies and toddlers playing with them, feeding them and giving them some much needed attention and love.
Morgan and her friend feeding a child
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Morgan’s Bat Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: Gina Lampasona, Kean University, 908-737-4732
Party Planner: Dayna Platnick, 973-945-0884
Programming and Graphics/Music/Videographer/Logo/Sign-In Board/Party Entertainment, Scott Lasky, Rooftop2 Productions, 310-902-9010
Photographer: Peter Tehomilic, pjtprints, 917-971-4697
Invitations: Lindsay Doyle, 312-320-3102
Décor/florist: Debbie’s Bouquets, 973-476-0097
Dress for Mom Shelly: The Engle Shop, 201-568-1331
Hair/makeup: Tassia Mota, Avalon, 973-232-5024, Makeup: Aubrey Talles, 917-881-9128
Transportation: My Limo, 973-887-1122
Caterer: Signature Creations, Eddie Levy, 908-468-7889
