January 13th, 2016
Creative lounge seating can complement any Bar Bat Mitzvah theme.
Whether you want to designate a kids’ area or want a club vibe, couches, ottomans, banquette and light-up tables can turn your venue space into a festive party atmosphere.
Lighting and draping as well as accessories like balloons, custom pillows, candles and flowers pull it all together and make the space look personalized.
Here’s a round-up of great lounges set-ups…we hope they inspire you for your child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration:
There were many different lounge set-ups at the The Paramount for this spectacular Bat Mitzvah. Their special events team worked with ET Events Group who provided the lounge furniture and entertainment and Showplace Floral & Event Design who created the decor
The Sands at Atlantic Beach created a black and white themed lounge
Dave and Buster’s Westbury created a great look for a recent Bar Mitzvah Celebration
Guests got to party in a lounge at the Atlantis Banquet & Events’ Crab Villa enjoying the view of the Shark Room
The LOFT at Chelsea Piers Connecticut is a versatile space that allows hosts to organize the lounges to their specifications. The lofted area allows for extra lounge space to overlook the party
Chelsea Piers NY Sunset Terrace was the perfect venue for this Bar Mitzvah set-up with custom tables and animal print accents!
Photo credit: Ellen Dubin Photography
The Event Of A Lifetime incorporated the Bat Mitzvah girl’s favorite colors in her VIP lounge
Marquis Floral and Event Design by Kim created a very cool pink and white lounge with varied seating arrangements
Kombert Caterers lit up the night with this very cool lounge set-up
This lounge was beautifully set up by Balloon Artistry. The custom logo backdrop, baseball balloon sculptures, LED Furniture with logo decals, mini-themed high top centerpieces and custom logo pillows completely transformed the space
Photo credit: Chad David Kraus Photography
Lounge Out provided a fun look for this Mitzvah celebration which took place at Elevate Event Lounge
An awesome lounge area with white tufted furniture and 3D glitter signs for these sisters sharing their special day from Hi Tech Photography Events
Beth Fink Events set up this amazing lounge for an all white Moroccan themed Bat Mitzvah
Life… the place to be created a sophisticated lounge set-up in white with hot pink lighting and pillow accents
Photo Credit: Ivan Piedra Photography of Airgraphics Entertainment
Flower Power Designs created a camp theme lounge area for “Camp Morgan” using Adirondack style furniture
NY Party Works can create a beautiful pink and silver set-up of lounge furniture and decor
Photo credit: Simon Elliot Events
This contemporary, urban décor at the Harbor Club at Prime is a stylish canvas for creating your own unique Mitzvah
Did you have a cool lounge area at your Bar or Bat Mitzvah celebration? Send us a photo at info@mitzvahmarket.com.
January 13th, 2016
The Event of a Lifetime, Inc. recently planned a Bat Mitzvah for a girl who just received her black belt in karate.
Party planner Melisa Imberman incorporated the Bat Mitzvah girl’s love of karate with a great logo, a chic pink and silver color palette and the perfect tag line: Kick Ass Party.
The celebration was held at 404NYC an event space in New York City. Ron Holtz Photography was the photographer.
Here are some of the fun details:
Small Fry Press created the beautiful pink and silver invitation suite
The perfect tagline and logo for this karate kid
Maddy in her pretty pink gown standing in front of a logo’d wall
The multi-level event space is stark white so it was a great canvas to feature Maddy’s pink and silver color scheme
Custom logo’d pillows looked great on the pink couch
Custom cocktail napkins were another great detail
The sign-in canvas (right) now hangs in Maddy’s bedroom along with the glitter gift box (left)
Maddy makes her grand entrance into her celebration
The Gobo on the dance floor
Maddy and her friends enjoyed a game of Coke & Pepsi
The food from Encore was also beautifully displayed
Cute signage to hold a table for the “Baby Boomers and Older”
The candy buffet in pink and silver party colors
The gift bags were displayed under the logo
Hats, sweatpants and t-shirts with the logo were a great way to end the night
We thank Melisa Imberman, The Event of a Lifetime, Inc. for sharing this amazing Bat Mitzvah with our readers.
VENDORS: Event Planner/Napkins/Pillows/Wall Decal/Dancer T-shirts: Melisa Imberman, The Event of a Lifetime, Inc.; Photographer: Ron Holtz Photography; Venue: 404NYC; Invitation: Small Fry Press
January 10th, 2016
The Forman family of Port Washington, New York, celebrated their daughter Charlotte’s Bat Mitzvah on September 26, 2015, at the Community Synagogue in Port Washington, New York. Later that evening, a reception was held at Haute Durvo, an event venue in Roslyn, New York.
A tennis player, Charlotte’s theme was CHARapova, inspired by tennis great, Maria Sharapova. The day and night were filled with friends, family and most of all, fun! Charlotte is one of Mitzvah Market’s teen bloggers, so we are especially excited to share her special day with our readers.
Pictured L-R: Mom Jen, Bat Mitzvah girl Charlotte, Dad Eric and Brother Dylan.
The vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
The family worked with Alexis Siegel of Invite Me on the beautiful truquoise invitation.
Charlotte’s mom Jen Forman owns Charlotte’s Closet, a party dress rental company named after her fashionable daughter. You can borrow designer clothes from this online destination, so Charlotte rocked three great looks, one for the service and two for the party!
This pretty white dress is from French Connection
Short and sassy by Blush for the first hour
Followed by this beautiful aqua colored sweetheart ballgown by Tiffany designs
The family looked stylish
The location was Haute Durvo and they pulled out all of the stops when it came to room decor and design. The layout was the perfect combination of party, lounge and traditional seating.
Charlotte also made sure she added some original decor touches. Check out these custom pillows that incorporate her logo with her most favorite nickname.
Custom pillow
“C” these great pinnies that were given out on the dance floor
Even the food presentation was unique: these are custom “C” serving pieces. The caterer, Delicacies Gourmet, created the trays specifically for Charlotte.
When it came to the entertainment, Charlotte and her guests danced the night away with the help of a great DJ and an appearance of their family’s favorite band, Plunge, from Long Beach, New York. They brought guests to their feet!
DJ Scott of Sheehy Entertainment kept guests dancing
Singer Matt Wahl from the band, Plunge, had the house rockin’
Sami Cakes Boutique created a beautiful, (and delicious!), turquoise and silver tennis themed cake.
The tennis racket cake topper, with CHARapova along the rim, was a nice touch
The candle lighting was beautiful with glass cylinders with silver accents and floating candles.
Charlotte surrounded by her friends for her candle lighting
After partying the night away, guests enjoyed CHARbucks coffee, hot chocolate and coffee cakes, as Charlotte loves Starbucks! Notice the custom coffee cake sleeves the caterer provided!
Neil Aronin of TJ Promotions created the sweatshirt favors.
Black sweatpants with Charlotte’s logo
Charlotte focused her Mitzvah Project on animal rescue. She will donate even more time this year to volunteer with her Aunt Jill at Ruff House Rescue to care for dogs in need.
Some advice from Mom Jen:
“Take notes! I suggest writing down a list of those things you’ll need and want (you’ll forget everything the day of the party!): for example, write down your must-have photo shots as it tends to get quite hectic just before party starts and you might end up forgetting to take a picture with the entire family! Take a deep breath and keep telling yourself to enjoy the party!”
If that wasn’t enough to satisfy late night cravings, as guests stepped outside they were pleasantly greeted by a food truck serving Forman family favorites such as grilled cheese and chicken tacos from Odies Gourmet Grill!
The following vendors helped to make Charlotte’s Bat Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: Haute Durvo, 516-801-4721
Caterer: Delicacies Gourmet, Rocco 516-484-7338/Sushi: Aiko of Port Washington 516-883-7253
DJ: Scott Sheehy Entertainment, 917-975-8240
Band: Matt Wahl/Plunge NYC, 516-528-1504
Flower Decor: Amaranthus on Main, 516-767-6601
Food Truck: Jon Younger, odiesgrill@gmail.com
Giveaways/Favors: Neil Aronin, TJ Promotions, 516-822-1236
Charlotte’s dress: Mom Jen Forman, Charlotte’s Closet, 917-692-0313
Cake: Sami Cakes Boutique, 516-209-8663
Mom Jen’s dress: Stella McCarthy, Bergdorf Goodman
Dad/Brother outfits: Nordstrom
January 3rd, 2016
The Salem family celebrated daughter Samantha’s Bat Mitzvah during a fun-filled Labor Day weekend. The festivities were held at Indian Head Camp in Equinunk, Pennsylvania. Samantha wanted her Bat Mitzvah to be at her favorite place: sleep-away camp. This celebration was complete with fun foods, non-stop activities, fireworks and a campfire.
Pictured L-R: Bat Mitzvah girl Samantha, Mom Jamie, Sister Rebecca, Sister Claire, Dad Steve, Sister Jeanette and in front, brother Eli.
Will Cadena Photography was the photographer and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
This invitation was created by Indian Head Camp and included S’mores! The information led guests to a custom Website with details about the weekend. Samantha’s Sister Claire is a graphic designer and created the logo which was used throughout the party
The back of the invitation/tube including S’mores
The custom Website, Samantha’s Camp Bat Mitzvah, was created by Amy Wohl of FabuDesigns. There were easy-to-navigate sections packed full of the important details guests needed to know about a weekend away at camp!
Guests who drove up to camp were given valet service. The camp hosts many events and the family was impressed with their professionalism in planning and executing their celebration weekend. This signage was a great welcome to guests when they drove into the camp grounds
Both Samantha and her Mom Jamie wore gowns from Lyn Kohls. Dad Steve and brother Eli were dressed by Neal Kusnetz, the creator of the Robert Graham brand of men’s clothing. Bat Mitzvah girl Samantha with her parents
Her gown looked just as beautiful from the back in this great picture overlooking the lake
Samantha’s outfit began as a gown, but had a hidden romper underneath. After her Havdalah service, she detached the gown and her romper appeared for her party
Brother Eli looking awesome in his Robert Graham outfit
Samantha wore special blinged out Converse sneakers
The festivities began at 12 noon on Saturday with a Welcome BBQ.. Delicious camp food with something for everyone
Beverages were served in a kayak, so clever!
Amazing buffet choices
Even some delicious sushi
Samantha’s bed created just for her and the custom bedding is by Barker Specialty
For the adult guests, private cabins were made up with linens and coffee mugs
The decor, created by NYFF, included chic couches, ottomans, and light-up coffee tables. Beautiful linens and pink orchid centerpieces were some of the chic decor details in this rustic setting
The Rec Hall was transformed into a club feel with up-lighting and lounge furniture
Fun seating arrangements
A nice spot to lounge around! This seating area included white leather furniture, custom pillows and white draping on the walls
Photos of Samantha taken from camp this past summer hung from the Rec Hall beams
The ice bar, by Indian Head Camp, took 3 weeks to complete!
Welcome gifts for guests on arrival kept with the camp theme and included flashlights with cabin numbers and custom water bottles
The program of weekend activities
Some guests enjoyed a nice cozy spot on the lake
Fun signage could be found around camp
Staff wore custom shirts with Samantha’s name and logo
Indian Head Camp organized great activities for guests of all ages including Tug-of-War
Building a campfire
Guests were able to design their own flip flops. These were used Saturday evening instead of socks so guests could walk to the midnight campfire
The custom Step-N-Repeat with Samantha’s logo
A picture of Samantha and her friend from the “Mitzvahgram booth” which included her hashtag #TheMostSamazingBatMitzvah
Having the Havdalah service on the lake was the perfect setting. Samantha arrived by boat!
Mom Jamie lit the candles
Guests had the perfect view of the ceremony from the grass
Lanterns were used for the candle lighting ceremony instead of candles. The 13 lanterns lit up the sky. The first one was a pink heart for Samantha’s grandmother who passed away when she was 3 years old
After the service, it was party time with the music entertainment provided by Boogie with Bob Entertainment and Deano as the MC. Guests had a blast!
At the end of this wonderful day, a few camp traditions took place. Samantha’s name in lights
A campfire for all to enjoy
A terrific fireworks show!
The candy display which Indian Head Camp provided
Amazing desserts including a chocolate cabin
You can’t be at camp without S’mores!
Favors were tagged and placed in cubbies
The kids’ favors which included: a sweatshirt, drawstring bag, cups and water bottles
Samantha’s logo looked great on the pink cup
Click here to watch the re-cap of the weekend that the Salem’s guests received! Guests loved the Thank You video that videographer Joe Buquicchio created! When it arrived, via email, the text read: “Samantha would like to thank you all so much for being such a special part of her incredible day! Please enjoy this video as a small token of our gratitude for sharing in such a special milestone, Samantha’s Bat Mitzvah! Please click the link below to view her thank you video. With Love,The Salems.”
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Samantha’s Bat Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue/Catering: Indian Head Camp, winter phone number, 914-345-2155
Event Coordinator/Party Planner: Matthew Layman, Indian Head Camp, 914-345-2155
Decor/Florist: Jillian Redash, NYFF Events, 516-822-6400
Music Entertainment: MC: Deano Tracey, Boogie with Bob Entertainment, 718-382-1957
Photographer: Will Cadena Photography, 347-829-6545
Videographer/Video thank you: Joe Buquicchio, joevox61@gmail.com
Camp Bed Designer: Briana Mirzo, Yanni Erbeli Salon, 732-268-7465
Invitation S’mores: Indian Head Camp, winter phone number, 914-345-2155
Website: Amy Wohl, FabuDesigns.com, 312-513-1698
Logo graphic designer: Sister Claire Salem, 732-995-9744
Extra Entertainment: Photo Booth, Flip Flop Decorating Booth, Mitzvahgram, NYFF Events, 516-822-6400
Camp Custom bedding/logo’d Favors: Barker Specialty, 800-227-5377
Adult table linens: Indian Head Camp, winter phone number, 914-345-2155
Transportation: Shafer Bus, 607-797-2006
Dresses for Mom and Samantha: Lyn Kohls, 973-467-7800
Samantha’s blinged out Converse sneakers: Briana Mirzo, Yanni Erbeli Salon, 732-268-7465
Party clothes for Dad Steve and Brother Eli: Neal Kusnetz of Robert Graham
Hair: Yanni, Yanni Erbeli Salon, 732-268-7465
Make up: Briana Mirzo, Yanni Erbeli Salon, 732-268-7465
January 3rd, 2016
Rachel is an animal lover so she dedicated her Bat Mitzvah Project to saving the lives of shelter cats who are most at risk of being euthanized.
The funds she raised were for the Shelter Run Program of the Golden Paw Society, located in Huntington Station, New York. The Golden Paw Society is a volunteer organization dedicated to rescuing cats who have been in municipal shelters for an extended period of time and is committed to finding forever homes for them.
Rachel was among four honorees recognized for her fundraising efforts. She was presented with a plaque for her contribution to the Golden Paw Society at its annual “Golden Gala” fundraising event.
Rachel shared the details of this great Mitzvah Project with Mitzvah Market:
MM: Can you give us details about your Mitzvah Project?
RH: My goal was to raise $1800 to save the lives of 18 cats through the shelter run program of the Golden Paw Society. Why 18? In Judaism the number 18 represents the symbol of Chai. Chai means life. I beat my goal and raised over $2,400 for the Shelter Run Fund to date, allowing 24 cats to be rescued.
MM: Why did you decide to take on this particular project?
RH: A “shelter run” is when volunteers visit the municipal town shelters and rescue cats that have been there for an extended time or who are having trouble adjusting to shelter life. It costs about $100 to pay for medical/food/care expenses for an animal to be rescued. I worked with the Golden Paw Society to create a page on their website so that funds could be channeled to this cause.
MM: In your own words, what does it mean to you to do a Mitzvah Project for your Bat Mitzvah?
RH: He who saves a single life, saves the entire world. This is a quote from the Talmud, the book of Jewish law. While I am not necessarily sure that this was written to include animals, I can’t say for sure that it excluded them either. As an animal lover, the most horrifying thought is for a cat to be euthanized or left in a cage alone and scared for too long because someone thinks it is un-adoptable. Many of these cats, if they had the chance, would make good companions. They need time, love and the chance to get out of a cage. I am hoping to help some of those cats with this project.
Rachel taking good care of one of her rescue cats
Anyone wishing to make a donation to Rachel’s project can visit her web page on Golden Paw Society’s website. Her page contains photos of some of the cats whose lives were saved thanks to Rachel’s Mitzvah Project. For more information on The Golden Paw Society visit their Website or contact the organization at goldenpawsociety@gmail.com.
We thank Rachel for sharing her Mitzvah Project with Mitzvah Market.
December 20th, 2015
Tie A Bow, an event planning firm in Dallas, Texas, recently created a East-West themed B’not Mitzvah for two sisters who were a year apart and very different from each other.
Party planner Jennifer Barry Watkins created a pink, orange and turquoise color palette that was creative, bright and beautiful.
The venue was Temple Shalom in Dallas, Texas, and the photographer was Andy DeStena, Photography by DeStena.
The service programs were printed in the pink, orange and turquoise color palette
The place card display mimicked a ticket counter. Some of the guests were directed to tables with a New York theme and others
to a Los Angeles theme
Cute embellishments were on place cards like the Empire State Building or taxi cabs for the East Coast. For the West Coast there were palm trees, movie reels, sunglasses and stars
The fun continued as party goers left the cocktail area and made their way into the ballroom walking under a balloon arch entrance
Both coasts were represented with the logo and each table was named after a famous New York or Los Angeles street
The food stations were equally represented: Taco for the West Coast and…
A New York State of Mind display for the Italian buffet
The logo on the DJ booth was bi-coastal
A New York City decor element
The L.A. display complete with a palm tree, surf board and a movie reel
The kids’ tables were decorated with light-up vases and colorful silhouettes of the New York skyline
Palm tree silhouettes were placed on the center of the West Coast tables
DJ P Love and dancer Fenton kept the kids from both coasts moving all night
The candy popcorn bar matched the fun party colors
The logo was also incorporated into the t-shirt favors, a perfect ending to great night
We thank Jennifer of Tie A Bow for sharing this creative B’not Mitzvah with our readers.
Event planner/decor/favors: Jennifer Tie a Bow, Photographer: Andy DeStena, Photography by DesStena; Venue: Temple Shalom;
Music Entertainment: DJ P Love, A Top Notch DJ Service
December 13th, 2015
The Caplan family from Florham Park, New Jersey, celebrated their son Hunter’s Bar Mitzvah on March 8, 2014, at Morristown Jewish Center Beit Yisrael in Morristown, New Jersey. A party in his honor followed at The Grove, an event venue in Cedar Grove, New Jersey.
Hunter’s theme was Hunter’s 8 Wonders Of His World centered around his favorite interests.
Pictured L-R : Dad Jonathan, Bar Mitzvah boy Hunter and Mom Allison.
The photographer was Ira Casel and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the bottom of this story.
The family worked with Stephanie Tarre of Stationary Stephanie on the plaid pattern invitation.
The stamp, which hinted at the theme, was designed by Eileen Toll of The Write Address
Hunter’s service was held at Morristown Jewish Center Beit Yisrael.
Hunter at the bimah
The beautiful bimah flower arrangement
The logo was designed by Tracey Fox of Party Artistry.
The decor was also created by Party Artistry. They captured and incorporated Hunter’s varied interests which included: camp, gardening, Broadway, martial arts, outer space, insects, reptiles and The 80’s!
Airline “pilots” stood in front of a Step-n-Repeat photo collage where guests picked up “boarding pass/seating cards” to board Hunter’s World Airlines
Cute signage that read “No Passengers Beyond This Point” blocked off an area leading to the ballroom
Great decor elements flanked the place card table including vintage airplanes with clever signage
A view of the beautiful ballroom at The Grove
The adult centerpieces were large globes each one depicting one of Hunter’s interests
The Broadway centerpiece
Hunter attends two summer camps; Jeff Lakes and Timber Lake West. Both were represented in one of the centerpieces
Outer space decor in the kids’ lounge area
This celebration featured lots of special touches.
The custom logo’d pillows looked great on the royal blue couches
Framed photos of Hunter were placed throughout the cocktail area adding a personal touch. This one spotlights his love of camp and one of his many “first days” at Jeff Lakes Camp
The Grove created a Tequila luge for the adults that was a big hit
Hunter’s bedroom door became his sign-in board, thanks to Party Artistry.
Hunter’s interests were represented on the door in fun fonts
Unique Musique Entertainment, with Larry as the MC, provided great music to dance to throughout the party.
A great smile for the Horah!
MC Larry Gold, Hunter’s cousin Dillion and Hunter having a blast on the dance floor
There were lots of extra entertainment for their guests.
Airgraphics Entertainment created air-brushed hats for guests
The air-brush artist in action
Unique Musique Entertainment provided a photo graffiti booth
Mom Allison ordered logo’d candles for Hunter’s candle lighting ceremony.
Hunter during his candle lighting ceremony
Two special memory candles for his grandparents
A great moment captured between Hunter and Mom Allison.
Blue Wave Printing provided the logo’d t-shirts for Hunter’s friends.
The front of the shirt
The back of the shirt
Watch a re-cap from Hunter’s Bar Mitzvah created by Professional Video, LLC.
Watch highlights here
Some advice from Mom Allison:
“Planning a Bar or Bat Mitzvah is overwhelming from photographers, videographers, flowers, décor, centerpieces, invitations, favors and more, it is enough to make anyone’s head spin. Stay ORGANIZED – it is the key to successful planning! An organized event is a well-run event. Remember to make the weekend about your child. Think of the children when creating such a big event. When the children have fun the adults will too!”
For Hunter’s Mitzvah Project, he volunteered at the Lester Senior Housing Assisted Living in Whippany, New Jersey. He has been visiting weekly since September 2013 and has special friends he meets with each Sunday and he also helps with group activities.
The following vendors helped to make Hunter’s Bar Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Temple: Morristown Jewish Center Beit Yisrael, 973-538-9292
Venue: Michael Subarsky, The Grove, 973-239-0270
Party Planner/ Venue Decor/Logo Design/Sign-in: Tracy Fox, Party Artistry, 973-503-1333
Photographer: Ira Casel, 973-580-4594
Invitation: Stephanie Tarre, Stationary Stephanie, 201-463-2505
Calligraphy & Zazzle Stamp Design: Eileen Toll, The Write Address, 973-758-9368
Candle Lighting handmade candles: Teresa Cavender, Cavender Candles, 214-701-2320
Montage & Video: Seth Elgart, Professional Video, LLC., 973-218-0800
Music Entertainment & Photo Booth: Larry Gold, Unique Musique Entertainment, 732-431-4082
Favors: Scott Zabelski, Blue Wave Printing, 732-270-9200
Graffiti Airbrushing: Ivan Piedra, Airgraphics Entertainment, 201-615-8309
Temple Flowers: Debbie Cohen-Pendolino, Debbies Bouquets, 973-476-0097
Father & Bar Mitzvah Boy Suits: Sam’s Clothing, 973-422-1000
Mom’s dress & Bar Mitzvah Boy party shirt: Alex & Scott Couture, 973-535-6035
Hotel & Brunch For Out Of Town Guests: Hyatt Morristown at Headquarters Plaza, 973-647-1234
December 9th, 2015
Ruth Ridgeway of Ruth Ridgway Designs sent us a very chic Bat Mitzvah she planned and coordinated at The Loading Dock in Stamford, Connecticut.
The Bat Mitzvah girl, whose Mom is a Rabbi, wanted to celebrate her special day with Jewish tradition in a contemporary way.
Using a black, white and pink color palette, Ruth Ridgway and her team created an elegant and hip celebration of life, love and family.
Upon arrival, guests entered the gallery where a photo journey graced the walls of Bat Mitzvah girl Erin. Each section showed her at different ages with her family and friends
The banner that hung from the high ceiling included her logo, a modern take on the Star of David. Her initial “E” fitting perfectly inside
At the entrance of the service area, there were baskets that held kippot, Erin’s invitations and a beautiful flower arrangement
It is hard to imagine how an industrial space could be transformed into an intimate and chic space perfect for a Bat Mitzvah celebration
To make a tranquil ceremonial spot for the service, the Ruth Ridgeway Design team created a custom “Tree of Life” bimah using a cut-out screen table with a leaf pattern and leaf patterned Gobos that were projected on the draping behind
There were many fun areas to hang out in this unique space
The lounge furniture was alternating black, white and pink with lots of pillows and ottomans
Erin’s logo looked beautiful front and center over the Star of David themed bar
Modern black and white accent pieces adorned the wall over the communal seating
Family pictures that decorated the bar area was a lovely way to personalize the room
Erin’s Sweets and Treats – a sweet end to the evening
We thank Ruth Ridgeway Designs for sharing this great Bat Mitzvah with our readers.
Event Planner: Ruth Ridgeway Designs; Venue/Caterer: The Loading Dock/Abagail Kirsch
December 6th, 2015
Pantone unveiled its 2016 Color of the Year and for the first time ever it’s two Colors of the Year.
A softer take on color, Serenity and Rose Quartz are hues of pale blue and pink and will be the in colors next year in fashion, make-up, interior design and event planning. With two colors to play with, there are countless opportunities for patterns and pairings.
Take a look at these beautiful shades!
Rose Quartz and Serenity
Check out how these Bar Bat Mitzvah vendors are already using these colors of 2016 in their Bar Bat Mitzvah planning!
The wall is bathed in the light of the Pantone colors at Chelsea Piers Connecticut
Rose Quartz and Serenity are combined for a Bat Mitzvah invitation from Cutie Patootie Creations
Pretty in Pink with pale blue accents at The Sands at Atlantic Beach
Hi-Tech Photography Events created a beautiful atmosphere using some of the Pantone colors of 2016
Lemon Leaf Prints creates a Bat Mitzvah invitation using both colors of 2016
H on the Harbor has a soft elegant look with soft pink and blue uplighting
Jaylor Party Favors created this Bat Mitzvah design on a pale pink sweatshirt and included blue Serenity in the design
A flower arrangement from Flower Power Designs made of hydrangea, stock, roses and snapdragons in the 2016 Pantone colors of the year… Rose Quartz and Serenity
We are sure we will be seeing a lot more of Rose Quartz and Serenity in the year ahead! Let us know if you use these colors for your child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration. We can be reached at info@mitzvahmarket.com.
November 22nd, 2015
The Calderon family of Springfield, New Jersey, celebrated their daughter Alyssa’s with the service at Temple Sha’arey Shalom in Springfield Township, New Jersey, and a party following at Cedar Hill Golf and Country Club in Livingston, New Jersey. The celebration was themed after the popular ice cream snack, Dippin’ Dots, but for this party was called, Alyssa’s Creamery.
Abella Studios was the photographer and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
Pictured above L-R: Dad Alan, Bat Mitzvah girl Alyssa, Brother Jason and Mom Marci.
The family worked with Kindly RSVP Designs on the pocket invitation. The RSVP card and directions were in the right side pocket
After her celebration, Alyssa’s invitation was made into a glass jewelry box by CBL Fine Art
Alyssa on the Bimah with her Yad that she created at Religious School
The logo, designed by Balloon Artistry, was inspired by Dippin’ Dots ice cream, Alyssa’s favorite
Guests’ place cards were attached to jars filled with varying colors of sprinkles — perfect for an ice cream themed party!
Alyssa looked great in her silver beaded cocktail dress from Seng Couture and blinged-out Converse sneakers
Each table was named after an ice cream flavor using logo’d boxed centerpieces and featured clear sparkle balloons with LED lights and purple up lighting
The sign-in mirror is now in her bedroom; a perfect reflection of Alyssa’s celebration
Alyssa made her grand entrance onto a ‘smokey’ dance floor!
Alyssa with MC Ronnie of Party King Entertainment
MC Ronnie entertained Alyssa and her friends
Chalkboard signs added to the fun
Claudia of It Could be Verse designed the candle lighting puzzle created from a poster size photo of Alyssa as a baby and mounted into 13 inter-locking puzzle pieces. Then as the guests come up for their honor they completed the puzzle and a current picture of Alyssa is revealed. Alyssa posed next to her baby picture at the beginning of the puzzle lighting ceremony
As the honorees were called up, each one used a puzzle piece to make Alyssa “whole”
Ta-da! The big reveal!
Balloon Artistry created the basketball pinnies for the boys and lacrosse pinnies for the girls.
Bat Mitzvah Project
Alyssa volunteers at The Friendship Circle in Livingston, New Jersey, which provides services to students with multiple disabilities. She routinely volunteers on Sunday mornings, assisting her friends with a variety of activities including music, gym and art. Additionally, she participates in monthly cooking classes and has assisted her buddies in both the summer and winter camps held there this past year.
Alyssa (2nd from left) with her friends at the Friendship Circle Volunteer banquet. She received the Presidential award for volunteering so many hours!
Mom Advice From Marci:
“Explore your options early enough so you don’t have to “settle” for a venue, DJ, etc. Be organized and keep a spreadsheet of your vendors deposits and due dates. Create one master guest list and then use that list to give to the invitation lady or calligrapher, the decorator for place cards and for yourself to print labels for your child when they write their Thank You notes! Also, have fun and enjoy the process. It all works out in the end!”
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Alyssa’s Bat Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, please let them know you read about their products or services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Party Venue: Cedar Hill Country Club, 973-992-4700
Photographer/Videographer: Abella Studios, 732-254-8000
Music Entertainment/Photo favors: Party King Entertainment, 973-575-5511
Logo/Place cards/Centerpieces/Favors: Balloon Artistry, 845-352-2828
Invitations: Rachel Zemel, Kindly RSVP Designs, 410-935-1413
Candle Lighting puzzle: Claudia, It Could Be Verse, 732-679-8093
Invitation Jewelry Frame: CBL Fine Art, 973-736-7776
Bat Mitzvah girl Alyssa and Mom’s Marci’s cocktail dresses: Seng Couture, 908-322-8700
Suits for Dad Alan and brother Jason: Sams Fine Men’s Clothing, 973-422-1000
