November 27th, 2017
The Pernick family celebrated their daughter Molly’s Bat Mitzvah with a “Mollywood” themed celebration. The Coral House in Baldwin, New York was the perfect setting. The Hollywood theme was full of creative decor and special touches.
Pictured above Bat Mitzvah Girl Molly waiting for her party to start.
The photographer was Dream Events and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
Bat Mitzvah Hollywood Style
The star of the night. Molly looking beautiful in her party dress from 2 B Seen
Very chic red converse sneakers completed the look
Molly and Mom Amy are red carpet ready
Bat Mitzvah Service/Mitzvah Project
Pictured L-R: Dad Ira, Bat Mitzvah Girl Molly, Mom Amy and Brother Sam at temple
The kippot were red to match the theme
Molly collected donations for The M.A.C.H.O. Foundation. She chose to raise money to help impoverished children in Africa
Mollywood Decor
Dream Events created the movie premiere decor. Large gold statuettes were placed at the entrance to the ballroom
Nothing says Hollywood like a walk down the red carpet and velvet ropes
Custom gold statues with guests names were used as place cards
The red and black color palette created the perfect Hollywood drama
There were several centerpieces and all captured the theme perfectly
The teen lounge in party colors
A special seating space for Molly and her friends
Mitzvah Entrance and Music
Her friends lined up waiting for her entrance
Molly making her entrance
Belting out a tune with some friends. Dream Events also supplied some great dance floor giveaways including t-shirts with Molly's logo
Mitzvah Moments
Molly and Dad Ira walked out on the dance floor together to share a special dance (https://mitzvahmarket.com/mitzvah-spotlight/family/hollywood-mollywood-themed-bat-mitzvah/)
They had a great time doing it and all their guests loved it!
Special Party Details
The logo was worthy of a star studded evening and used on favors and for the room decor
This modern and acrylic invitation set the tone for a glam party and celebration!
Creative movie themed gift box
Friends signing the door to Molly's bedroom closet which was customized with her logo
Molly pointing to her custom Step-N-Repeat
Mitzvah Friends
"And the winner for best Bat Mitzvah girl of the night goes to... Molly Pernick." She accepted the award surrounded by her friends.
Molly receiving a special gift from her close friend Gianna
Friends also made her this blanket with pictures of fun times they shared
Cake Pop Tower and Candle Lighting
Instead of a cake, Molly chose this awesome cake pop tower. The candle lighting display with luminary statuettes looked great
Andrea Reyes of Doodlebug Delights created cake pops worthy of an Oscar! They were delicious and beautiful
Molly lighting a candle for her brother Sam
Dessert/Exit Treats/Favors
Dunkin' Donuts were a great treat for Molly's guests to enjoy on the ride home
The Good Humor cart was also a big hit!
The swag bags displayed and ready to be picked up by Molly's friends after a great celebration
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Molly’s Bat Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com
Venue/Caterer/Dunkin’ Donuts/Good Humor: Coral House, 516-223-6500
Photography/Music/Entertainment/Decor/Gift Box: Adam Panetta, Dream Events, 516-442-3731
T-shirt giveaways: Edith Mandel, Promotional Associates, 516-561-0936
Invitation: Ricki Skolnik, 516-374-0015
Cake: Andrea Reyes, Doodlebug Delights, 347-829-9890
Step-N-Repeat: Howard Siegel, National Flag & Display, 212-462-4000
Sign-In Door: Molly’s bedroom door
Dresses for Molly: 2 B Seen, 516-921-5777
Suits for family members: Kenny’s Men and Boyswear, 516-921-2660
Hair/Makeup: Maria Koehler, Wish Upon a Bride
Custom Converse: Kouture Kicks, 516-313-7335
November 16th, 2017
The Silverstein family from Weston, Florida celebrated their daughter Gabrielle’s (Gabby) Bat Mitzvah with a fashionably sweet themed celebration. Gabby wanted to include her two most favorite things: fashion and candy. The party, held at the David Posnack Jewish Community Center in Davie, Florida, dazzled party goers with many special DIY touches. Mom Heather started her own company, Gabbylicious Decor and More after creating much of the deliciously sweet and fashionable details.
Pictured above: Bat Mitzvah Girl Gabby
The photographer for Gabby’s pre-shoot was Toni Jade Photography, the party photographer was Victoria Genova Photography. The rest of the vendor information is listed at the bottom of the spotlight.
Bat Mitzvah Style
Gabby is a fashionista and took sewing lessons for 3 years. Here she is with some of the designs she and Mom Heather created and used throughout the party
Gabby wore this pretty blue Bat Mitzvah dress to her service
For her party, she looked great in this chic white cocktail dress
Bat Mitzvah Service and Invitation
Gabby did a beautiful job during her Bat Mitzvah service
The invitation set the tone for the celebration to come. The envelope had the well-known interlocking "GG"' for Gabby
Guests were asked to come "Fashionably Chic"
Bat Mitzvah Decor
The place card table included stylish shoes made with candy, beautiful flower arrangements and a stunning picture of the guest of honor
Candy inspired dresses, made the room look sweet and chic!
The room was elegantly draped with white fabric and the purple up lighting
Each floral centerpiece included vibrant shades of purple flowers and a fashion and candy element
The teens enjoyed their lounge area
Special Party Touches From Mom Heather
Gumball candle lighting display
One of the creative shoes that Mom Heather made incorporating her daughter's love of candy
The Gucci inspired gift box
Gabby's sign-in monogram which now hangs in her bedroom
Table number signage
Candy Torahs made from two Sweet Tarts and a small piece of paper that was personalized with Gabby’s picture and Mitzvah date
Bat Mitzvah Special Moments
Gabby is a tap dancer and competes. Dad Leigh took lessons for three months. They started to slow dance and then mid-song started a tap dance to the song “The Candy Man”
Mom Heather became a Bat Mitzvah along with Gabby so Gabby made Heather a presentation and surprised her at the party!
Candle Lighting
Candy filled jars were used for the candle lighting display. Gabby is here lighting a candle with brother Wesley
Gabby and her proud parents
Sweet Ending
The candy theme continued with a candy cart, where guests filled bags with sweet treats as they left the party
White sweatshirts were given out with Gabby's logo
Mitzvah Project
At the age of 5, Gabby was diagnosed with Epilepsy. In March, Gabby raised money and participated in the Walk the Talk for Epilepsy at Hollywood Beach. Gabby was the top fundraising team. To date, Gabby has raised over $10,000 for the Epilepsy Foundation of Florida.
Advice from Mom Heather
“The advice I would share is to enjoy every minute as it is over in a blink of an eye. I worked so hard for a year, and it felt like it went by in an hour. Don’t sweat the small stuff. Focus on the positives, not the negatives. In other words, focus on what went right, not what went wrong.”
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Gabby’s Bat Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue/Security: David Posnack Jewish Community Center, 954-434-0499
Caterer/Cake: Sterling Caterers
Party Planner/Florist: Parties By Lyn, 305-273-4001
Décor/Sign-In/Special Touches/Logo Design: Mom Heather Silverstein, Gabbylicious Decor and More, 954-648-2916
Music: MC Alex Entertainment, 561-223-1622
Pre-Shoot Photographer: Toni Jade Photography, 561-203-8844
Party Photographer: Victoria Genova Photography, 954-816-2122
Videographer: Timeline Video Productions, 954-571-5155
Favors: Roy Getzoff, Cynsational, 954-661-8879
Air Brush Entertainment: Freddy the Artist, 561-807-7431
Photo Magical Green Screen: Andrea Friedman, 305-798-4627
Invitations: Samantha Harris, 305-335-0225
Bat Mitzvah girl’s dresses: Teen Angel, Neiman Marcus
Men’s Suits: Gucci
Hair: Jessica Guzman, JLStyling, 954-274-9815
Makeup: Nancy Rand, Touch Cosmetics, 786-301-1105
Transportation: Scott Liss, I Show 4 You, 954-449-3508
November 13th, 2017
Social media and technology have made a huge impact on Bar and Bat Mitzvah celebrations. Whether being used in decor design, interactive fun or favors, more and more teens are incorporating high-tech elements into their parties. These technologies provide endless opportunities to incorporate social media into your celebration.
So get social with these #bestpartyideas ever!
Mitzvah Instagram and Hashtags
Out of the Box Creations knew Hannah and her friends loved Instagram, so she created a life size Instagram photo booth. See more from this celebration
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Alexa’s logo, created by graphic designer Amy Wohl of FabuDesigns.com, looked great as a Gobo on the dance floor and was used throughout the party. See more from this celebration
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These favors by Gotham T-shirts beautifully reflected the theme #JustJules. See more from this celebration
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Guests at this Bat Mitzvah took selfies and posted them on Instagram with the hashtag #emmatainment2013. See more from this celebration
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Event planner Michelle Farber from M Studio Events designed the logo for the Weinberg Bat Mitzvah based on Instagram. See more from this celebration
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This celebration included photos with the hashtag #TheMostSamazingBatMitzvah. See more from this celebration
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Mitzvah iPhone and Facebook Ideas
The Event of A Lifetime designed place cards that resembled iPhones with a text conversation telling guests where to sit. See more from this celebration
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For their Exit Treat, this creative family gave out Hershey Bars with a funny text message conversation to “Save the Date” for their youngest daughter's upcoming Bat Mitzvah in 2018. See more from this celebration
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The inside of the kippot had the inscription “Appy imitzvah”, a great play on words given his theme. See more from this celebration
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This customized archway greeted guests and made them feel like they were walking right into the Bat Mitzvah girl's Facebook page. See more from this celebration
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Social Media Interactive Fun
“Selfie” photos can appear on delicious cookies, cupcakes, milkshakes and more “live” with Selffee! This photo booth produces edible selfies on the spot. Read more
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Simon Elliot Events' Selfie kiosk is LED lit and can be customized to match the theme and branding of your affair. Additionally, each guest can take home a customized personal photo album filled with all of their selfie prints! Read more
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The Gary family's Surprise Destination Bar Mitzvah included a Selfie photo booth. See more about this celebration
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Foto Novelty provides a photo booth with a variety of lenses that can be applied to your pictures from Snapchat. Guests can "friend" their station and see the story of all pictures from the party for 24 hours. The snapchats can have a geo tag with your logo. Read more
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Todd Yahney provides a unique photo station complete with two touch screen panels and can post pictures to all social media. Read more
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We hope you enjoy all these great ideas! Remember, if you are interested in participating in a Mitzvah Family Spotlight story, let us know at info@mitzvahmarket.com.
November 6th, 2017
Amazing Celebrations and Events of Glastonbury, Connecticut and Charlestown, Massachusetts created a fun sneaker themed Bar Mitzvah at Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ at Union Station in Hartford, Connecticut. It was the perfect venue for Bar Mitzvah boy Zachary’s celebration with family and friends. The sneaker theme and initial logo were incorporated throughout the party.
The photographer was Kate Lauren Studios.
Bar Mitzvah Invitation/Service
We love that the invitation requests "Sneaker Chic Attire"
The theme for the celebration was set at the Bimah!
The kippot and programs were displayed in sneaker boxes
The Bar Mitzvah boy did a great job reciting his prayers at the service held at Congregation Kol Haverim in Glastonbury, Connecticut
Sneaker Decor
Zac's logo created by Denyer Dezignz was used throughout the party
This cool venue was the perfect setting for his party and it looked great thanks to Amazing Celebrations & Events
The DJ set-up and stage. Zac's great logo was displayed throughout the party
Real shoeboxes adorned with flowers were used as centerpieces
NIKE shoeboxes never looked so pretty!
Pallet lounge furniture
There was a shoe display similar to what you would find in a sports store
Sneaker Style
Guests were asked to "Wear your best...sneakers!"
The family dancing in their sneakers
Sneaker socks for dancing
Sneaker Signage
Great signage capturing the sneaker theme
Great signage to find the restroom!
Sneaker Entrance
Guests looked up to see boxes of sneakers
Zac was hiding behind them
Here he comes through the boxes for his big entrance!
Candle Lighting/DJ/Interactive Fun
The candle lighting display reflected the theme perfectly
Boppers Events kept the action moving on the dance floor
Lots of great games took place on the dance floor as well
Favors and Treats
Zac's friends received long sleeve shirts with his logo. They were presented in shoeboxes of course!
The party ended on a very sweet note
Customized bags to hold the candy
Custom label water bottles
We thank Amazing Celebrations & Events and the Lebowitz family for sharing this great Bar Mitzvah celebration with our readers.
Event Design and Management: Amazing Celebrations & Events; Venue: Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ at Union Station; Photography: Kate Lauren Studios;
Entertainment: Boppers Events; Logo/Graphic Design: Denyer Dezignz Invitation: The Paper Station; Flowers:The Flower District; Rentals: Peak Event Services; Favors: Rhino Gift
November 2nd, 2017
Gail Steinberg Design, a graphic design company specializing in custom event invitations, event accessories, logo design and decor, recently produced a Bat Mitzvah celebration for a girl named Emma. Gail and her team worked with the Bat Mitzvah girl’s first name and used her initial “E” as the theme for the “E”ntire party. From the invitation and logo to the decor and favors, a brand was created without a theme or a slogan! The venue was Club Vibe in Riverdale, New Jersey.
The photographer was Jan Press Photo Media.
“E”mazing Decor
This is how to enter a party! The venue's doors were customized with these window cling graphics
Custom signage accentuating the "E" displayed at entrance
Couches, ottomans, and light up coffee tables were all placed all around the room
An "Emma" wall
Gail and her team designed and installed this custom dance floor where the guest of honor strikes a pose
“E”mazing Special Touches
The sign-in board was a wow!
Drinks were served to guests on these "Emma"zing trays
"E"xcellent centerpiece idea
The black and silver invitation
Candy centerpieces
“E”mazing Ending
Sweet Ali Custom Confections turned the logo into something sweet
Custom water bottles
"E"xcellent way to end the evening. Emma's friends all received sweatshirts beautifully displayed
We thank Gail Steinberg and the Weinstock family for sharing Emma’s beautiful celebration with our readers.
Invitation/Custom Logo/Custom Decor: Gail Steinberg Design; Photographer: Jan Press Photo Media; Venue: Club Vibe; Dessert: Sweet Ali Custom Confections
October 26th, 2017
RS Event Productions owner Randi Steinhart, CSEP shares a very creative celebration honoring Bat Mitzvah girl Claudia. She loves Sunday morning comics, so the creation of a comic strip character was the perfect way to incorporate this fun lovin’ teen’s personality. She has special sayings she is known for, as well as funny situations that she has experienced. All of these things were cleverly tied into the theme. The party was held at the Royal Oaks Country Club in Dallas, Texas.
Sharon Ellman was the photographer.
Bat Mitzvah Party Decor
Two life-size cut outs. The real Claudia and the cartoon version. Both fun to hang around with!
The room was filled with purple light and a comic strip hanging along the back wall
The DJ set up
The teen lounge
Centerpieces included photo cubes of Claudia professionally taken with some of her favorite catch phrases
Special Party Entrance
Claudia made her grand entrance in a unique way. After guests watched a comic video that ended with cartoon Claudia opening a door, the real Claudia burst through the paper!
Food and Drink Signage
Funny food scenes were hung over the buffet
Funny Claudia phrases were included
Signage was created with speech bubbles found in cartoon strips
Breakfast food was also available for guests to enjoy as they left
Event Planner: Randi Steinhart,CSEP, RS Event Productions; Photographer: Ellman Photography; Rentals & Dance Floor: DFW Dance Floors; Linens: BBJ Linen; Lighting & AV: Absolute Entertainment; DJ Stage: Shag Carpet Prop Rentals; Lounge and Bars: DFW Lounge Rentals; Signage/logo design: Daryan Display; Venue: Royal Oaks Country Club
October 17th, 2017
The Rose family of San Francisco, California celebrated their daughter Sophie’s Bat Mitzvah as a Barn Mitzvah! We first read about this great Barn Mitzvah on Kara’s Party Ideas and loved it. Mom Jamie is the Co-Founder of Flair Event Design + Planning and wanted to celebrate her daughter’s love of horses and county fairs.
Jamie and her business partner Julie lovingly styled this hoedown-themed Bat Mitzvah like a town out of the Old West. The venue, Long Branch Saloon and Farms in Half Moon Bay, California, served as a unique backdrop.
Pictured above: Brother Ian, Bat Mitzvah girl Sophie, Mom Jamie and Dad Louis.
Andrei Riskin Photography was the photographer and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
The Venue
Guests loved the aqua and red accents against the barn chic decor
Main stage for a performance by the guest of honor’s band
Adirondack chairs were made comfy with stylish pillows
Barn Mitzvah Special Touches
The invitation set the theme and the colors were used throughout the party
Rope style sign-in board for guest to leave well wishes
Hand written chalkboard signs were used for menu boards
Drinks were served in mason jars and the BBQ dinner was served on authentic pie tins with red bandanas used as napkins
Barn Mitzvah DJ and Interactive Entertainment
Bat Mitzvah girl Sophie performed with her band
"Ride 'em Cowgirl!"
Some Tug-of-War fun
Guests also got to visit “the tannery” and make a custom embossed leather bracelet
A hoedown Horah!
Barn Mitzvah Sweet Treats
Wash tub and galvanized tubs held drinks and snacks
Fun kettle corn was served in authentic customized bags
Guests visited Sophie’s Sweet Shoppe that had the feel of an old penny candy store
Custom carnival style labels on the candy bags
S’more Treats
For dessert, there was a very popular “Make Your Own S’mores Station”
There were great toppings available as well
As the sign says, "Life Is Better Around a Fire Pit". There were small fire pits for guests to enjoy, make s'mores or just chat
Some Advice From Mom Jamie
The key to a super party is to make it Thematic! If you come up with a fun theme and blow it out, it sets the tone for the whole evening. To come up with a fabulous theme, think about what is special and unique to your Mitzvah kid or family—The ideas just flow from there.
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Sophie’s Bat Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: Long Branch Saloon & Farms, 650-726-3117
Photography: Andrei Riskin Photography, 415-254-7851
Florals: Bloomin’ Couture, 415-867-4660
Catering: Cat Head’s BBQ, 415-861-4242
Chalkboard Signs: Hand & Heart Event Design, 858-722-5852
Linens: La Tavola Fine Linens, 707-257-3358
Invitations: By Invitation Only
Lanterns: Just Artifacts, 866-620-8328
Oil Cloth: Online Fabric Store, 877-781-2967
Sign-in Board: Rope & Style, esty.com
Leather Bracelets: Rowells Saddlery, 510-581-2577
DJ Company/Photobooth: Denon & Doyle, 800-944-9585
Additional Graphics: Flair Event Design + Planning, 415-225-5498
Stickers: Blue Bee Printing, 877-888-8676
October 12th, 2017
iLLy Face is a new online marketplace for custom illustrated “selfie” shirts. We think these t-shirts would be a great favor or dance floor giveaway!
The idea is simple! Make the person you are celebrating feel like the center of attention all night long. The iLLy Face illustrator draws by hand the guest of honor’s face with complete likeness. The caricature is placed on a template with a special Bar or Bat Mitzvah message and then printed on t-shirts your whole party can enjoy.
As they say, “A picture is worth a thousand words!”
Start by choosing a shirt template, then upload the photo of your special guest, and select the shirt color and size you’d like
iLLy Face creates every shirt with state of the art digital printing techniques, ensuring each print is vibrant
Great as dancer t-shirts and dance floor giveaways too!
For more information, email iLLy Face at info@illyface.com or call them at 914-488-ILLY (4559).
October 10th, 2017
The Garelick family of Melville, New York celebrated the B’not Mitzvah of their daughters’ Alexandra (Lexi) and Julia. Having a Bat Mitzvah is always significant, but celebrating your big day with your sister by your side makes it much more special! For this chic celebration, the family used both girls initials “J” and “L” in the tagline and as the theme for a perfect night for family and friends who Just Love 2 Party.
Double the meaning, double the fun!
Pictured L-R: Mom Mandi, B’not Mitzvah Lexi, B’not Mitzvah Julia, Dad Jordan and Sister Samantha front and center.
The photographer was Stephen Andrews Photography, and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the bottom of the spotlight.
B’not Mitzvah Havdalah Service
The evening started with a beautiful outdoor Havdalah service overlooking the grounds of the Mansion at Oyster Bay
Lexi and Julia recited their prayers beautifully
A drone took cool pictures of the service and family
The kippot imprint included the girls' names and B'not Mitzvah date
This great bathroom basket was created by Randi Lehman of That One Special Touch. It was filled with often-needed toiletries for guests to use
B’not Mitzvah Style
The family looked great and ready to party
The Mansion at Oyster Bay entrance made a perfect backdrop to photograph the family
For the celebration, Mom Mandi wore a sequin vintage gown which had a special meaning to her. "My grandmother wore this dress to my uncle's Bar Mitzvah, then my mother wore it to mine. She saved it in mint condition for me to wear to my girls," she tells us
Julia's gown was from 2 B Seen. Lexi's gown was from Outrageous Boutique and Sister Samantha’s dress was from Designing Dreams
These fun-loving sisters know how to strike a pose!
B’not Mitzvah Invitation
The family worked with Dara Grunberg of Dear Friends on the invitation. The invitation was an authentic Teen Vogue magazine with a customized front and back cover
The front included all the B’not Mitzvah details
All photos and graphics were done by Justin Flood, Kornfeld Studios
B’not Mitzvah Tagline and Branding
The tagline/logo was so clever incorporating both girls' first initials and the number 2. It was created by Gail Steinberg Design
Shiny gold foil mounted to Plexiglass worked great as a sign-in board
The logo looked amazing on the giveaway t-shirts too
Custom gold foil menus were at each place setting
B’not Mitzvah Decor
Gold foil escort cards with the JL logo were displayed on a piano beautifully decorated with candles
On the adult side of the room, there were both round and long tables
The decor was soft and elegant and tailor-made for the venue
Centerpieces were alternating high and low floral arrangements
Music Entertainment
Guests danced the night away thanks to MC Frankie and the DanceJock team. Dancers wore "Just Love 2 Party” t-shirts created by Gail Steinberg Design
Dad Jordan having a father-daughters' dance with Julia and Lexi
It's Horah time for Julia
Lexi's turn
To set the party tone, there was a calypso band during the cocktail hour
Guests who love to dance also "Just Love 2 Party"
B’not Mitzvah Candle Lighting and Special Moment
During cocktail hour, Julia and Lexi's friends presented them with a thoughtful homemade gift - a mini fridge covered with pictures of the girls. We love this!
Julia and Lexi lit the candles together surrounded by all their friends. The beautiful cake was created by La Cakerie
The Garelick family celebrating together
Mitzvah Favors
Comfy hooded sweatshirts, by Gail Steingberg Design, were given out to the girls' friends at the end of the evening. White for the girls, black for the boys
Wrapped beautifully in these gold bags with custom labels
Mitzvah Exit
Following the party, guests were treated to a custom lighted logo snack truck from Tobo Foods
And lots of great snacks!
Custom popcorn bags to go...yum from Midnite Snax
B’not Mitzvah Project
For Lexi and Julia’s Mitzvah Project, they worked with Ruff House Rescue, an organization on Long Island that rescues homeless pets suffering from abuse, neglect, and indifference. People sent donations and also dropped off dog beds, food, treats, etc. The family is still receiving donations and plans to bring them over soon. Also, the girls are helping to build a teen program to do community service for West Hills Torah Center. In fact, they are putting together an evening to sell baked goods with proceeds from this event going to a temple in St. Martin to help rebuild their community after Hurricane Irma.
Advice from Mom Mandi
“I’m typically a last minute person, but don’t wait to begin the planning process until the final months when it comes to this milestone event. Start gaining inspiration and ideas a year before your Mitzvah date from informative websites like Mitzvah Market, Pinterest, and Facebook and save them in a folder or an album. Make sure your kids feel like they’ve played an integral role in the decision process from venue choice and DJ to decor, floral and lighting design. It truly is more fun when you involve them! Try to make their dreams come true without breaking the bank! They will love the final product and feel much more accomplished. Envision how you want your family and friends to feel in the room, surrounded by love. Take a deep breath and a quiet moment to thank G-d and anyone else for the good fortune and blessing of having a child reach Mitzvah age. Make a promise to yourself and your kids that if anything goes wrong, you’ll all still have the time of your lives. Enjoy every precious minute of it and remember what it’s all about! I could not have planned and organized a more amazing evening without reading the many features from Mitzvah Market and going to the Celebrate! Showcases. I appreciate what Mitzvah Market is doing and can’t wait to help other moms in the same position!”
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Lexi and Julia’s B’not Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Venue: The Mansion at Oyster Bay, 516-921-5707
Logo/Favors/Place Cards/Dance Floor T-shirts/Sign-In Board/Menu: Gail Steinberg Design, 917-703-8889
Invitation-Magazine covers/Printing/RSVP card: Dara Grunberg, Dear Friends, 516-367-7877
Candle Lighting: Claudia, It Could Be Verse, 732-679-8093
Hotel (Melville Marriott) Welcome Baskets: Randi Lehman, That One Special Touch, 516-496-1025
Food Truck: Jeff Tobias, TOBO Foods, Inc., 516-623-4624
Caterer: Matthew Perez, Lessing’s, 516-921-5707
Music Entertainment/Cocktail Calypso Band: MC Frankie Vega, Dancejock Productions LTD, 631-242-0042
Lounge Décor & Lighting: Scott Neglia, Atmosphere Lounge Dezinz, 631-242-0042
Photographer/Step-n-Repeat/Photo Shoot/Blown Up Posters: Stephen Andrews Studios, 516-780-9100
Videographer: Rick Pollack, Stephen Andrews Studios, 516-780-9100
Montage: Ethan Kornfeld, Kornfeld Studios, 516-659-1777
Invitation–Photo Shoot/Art Graphic Work: Justin Flood, Kornfeld Studios, 516-678-7180
Cake: Jason Hisley, La Cakerie, 443-275-4050
Décor/Florist: Robert, Pedestals Floral Decorators, 516-248-5300
Graffiti TV Wall: Pat Glenn Productions, 212-337-1911
Service Dresses: Ask Alice, 516-921-2464
Party Gowns for B’not Mitzvah Lexi and Julia: 2 B Seen, 516-921-5777 and Outrageous Boutique, 516-931-3331
Dress for Sister Samantha: Designing Dreams, 516-248-1988
Service Gown/Party Gown for Mom Mandi: Herve Leger/Sequin Vintage Dress, originally worn by Grandmother!
Suit for Dad Jordan: Joseph Abboud, Tie: Ermenegildo Zegna from Marsh’s, 631-423-1660
Hair: Salon Entourage, Hope, Meghan, Melissa, and Kristen, 516-496-1700
Makeup: Jessie, Makeup by Jessie, 516-652-4245
Transportation Party Bus: Matt Silver, Ultimate Class Limo Service, 516-935-4444
Mitzvah Project Organization: Ruff House Rescue, 516-462-9454
JeTTa Program/West Hills Torah Center/Rabbi Tutoring for Preparation of Service: Rabbi Yitschak Rochel Hassine, 631-624-3237
Candy Table: Lara Fraum, Midnite Snax, 516-650-6086
Sunday Brunch/Sunday Luncheon at house: Bagel Boss, 516-681-1856/Gemini Deli, 631-692-6400
Host Help for Brunch: Jane
October 2nd, 2017
The Meyer/Hodge family from Boynton Beach, Florida recently celebrated son Spencer’s Bar Mitzvah with a morning service at Temple Shaarei Shalom in Boynton Beach, Florida. Later that evening a party in his honor was held at the Boca Raton Marriott at Boca Center. The theme centered around Spencer’s love of playing paintball and incorporated many great details and vibrant colors.
Pictured L-R: Sister Ariel, Stepdad Kevin, Bar Mitzvah boy Spencer and Mom Leigh.
Carolyn Lightcap of Lightcap Studios was the photographer and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
Bar Mitzvah Service and Style
Spencer recited his Torah and Haftorah portions beautifully
The family was dressed for the occasion
We love Spencer's splatter bow tie and coordinated socks
Bar Mitzvah Invitation and Logo
The family worked with Stephanie Feldman, owner of Cutie Patootie Creations on the invitation, favor and logo. The invitation left no doubt as to the theme
The logo, also created by Cutie Patootie Creations, was used throughout the party for the decor and favors
Bar Mitzvah Decor
The seating chart totally "Hit the mark!"
Party planner/decorator Amber Gilbert and the team from ECP Events created the great decor. This was the third time the family used her!
Separate long teen tables for dining
Dance floor decal with Spencer's logo
Spencer and his friends had a blast in his lounge appropriately called the "Paintball Zone." It also included LED furniture
On the adults' tables colorful neon spandex was used.
Cutouts with paintball action poses served as centerpieces. Camouflage napkins added to the theme
Spencer in action. An over-sized poster of Spencer hung on the ballroom walls
Bar Mitzvah DJ and Dancing
Spencer making his entrance
Here's Spencer with MC and owner Jason Bank of Jammin Express. He had guests dancing all evening
Kids decided to be creative and used the camouflage napkins as bandanas around their heads during the party
Bar Mitzvah Interactive Fun
There were so many fun interactive activities for guests. A talented balloon artist fit Spencer with the perfect accessory!
The photo booth was a great way for Spencer to have a digital guestbook from those who attended
A magician walked around to entertain guests of all ages
Some virtual reality fun
Guests had lots of fun playing "Name That Toon"
Bar Mitzvah Special Moments and Candle Lighting Ceremony
Spencer chose to dance with the three most special women in his life. His grandmother, mom and sister. When he asked his grandmother to dance he said, ”I want to call up the most beautiful woman in the room!"
Dancing with Mom Leigh. A moment they will never forget
With Sister Ariel
Very cool candle lighting using paintballs in votive candles
Bar Mitzvah Favors and Sweet Treats
Spencer's friends received custom water bottles with the splatter logo, bought and beautifully wrapped by Mom Leigh. Custom tags by Cutie Patootie Creations
Dunkin' Donuts created delicious and great looking donuts for Spencer's guest to enjoy on the way home!
Custom neon signage lit up the candy buffet
Guests were also treated to a popcorn buffet served in neon colored containers
Some Advice from Mom Leigh
“Plan, plan, plan. I chose a hotel for the venue so that guests could stay over if they wanted and not worry about driving home the night of the party. I think hosting a Bar Mitzvah in a hotel is an amazing choice when you have out-of-town guests. I would suggest making sure you click with your party planner/decorator. Amber Gilbert from ECP went out of her way to ensure all details were perfect and allowed me to be part of the planning every step of the way. That meant so much to me! Many party planners don’t want to have their customers involved, but I wanted to be and she allowed me to be. I also hired her for the day of the party to help. That made a huge difference so I didn’t need to worry about a single thing. So worth the money! Spencer and I went to a local JDRF event for one of his very best friends and they had a silent auction for different items and services. We bid and won the balloon twisting and a video montage. It worked out so well since I ended up using the company that did the montage for video that day too. I liked the fact that they were generous and gave away services for that event. So we all donated to a great cause and was able to benefit on Spencer’s big day!”
Bar Mitzvah Project
For his Mitzvah Project, Spencer collected and donated money to the Epilepsy Foundation for his Mitzvah Project. Spencer suffered from seizures when he was younger. He hopes that he can help to find a cure of this awful disease.
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Spencer’s Bar Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.
Invitation/Logo/Favor tags: Stephanie Feldman, Cutie Patootie Creations, 704-776-0738
Venue/Caterer: Boca Raton Marriott at Boca Center, 561-392-4600
Photography: Carolyn, Lightcap Studios Photography, 561-478-4472
Kiddish Luncheon: Long Island Bagel and Deli, 561-218-4506
Event Planner/Decor: Amber Gilbert, ECP Events, 772-370-5342
Video/Montage: Dror Levi Films, 954-655-2381
Music and Interactive Entertainment: Jammin Express, 954-659-3472
Cocktail Hour Games: Cocktail Hour Entertainment, 888-995-3836
Balloon Twisting: Robert Diamond, BalloonMasterz Entertainment, 954-296-2684
Magician: Gary Midnight, 561-965-8782
Photo Booth: Photo Mingle, 561-212-5054
Pop Corn Buffet & Candy Bar: Robyn & Shirley Knaster, The Bakery Babes, 561-376-8023
Custom Donuts: Dunkin’ Donuts
Makeup: Lynette Demar Makeup Artistry, 561-935-8342
Water Bottles: Mom Leigh
