August 11th, 2019
By Bethany Kandel
When Jacob Solomon stands on the bimah to read from the Torah for his Bar Mitzvah on February 5, 2022, he will be wearing a very special tallit. In fact, although he’s only nine-years-old, he’s already helped design and weave it himself, with his siblings, parents and grandparents. Even his 92-year-old great grandmother wove a few lines.
Pictured above: Mom Laurie at work.
The Livingston, N.J., family began creating this labor of love for Jacob, along with a tallit for his 5-year-old brother, Liam — who won’t be Bar Mitzvahed until 2026 — and a challah covering for his 7-year-old sister, Marisa. They started years in advance to make sure all their loved ones were able to participate.
“I felt it was important for them to have something to cherish forever,” says Jacob’s mom, Laurie Solomon, who came up with project. “I could have bought a tallit in the store and that would be totally fine, but this adds another layer of meaning about the importance of Judaism and family, too.” Besides, she says, she likes the idea of giving her children a beautiful heirloom to which all the important people in their lives have contributed. “It’ll make them think of us when we’re not all around someday.”
Jacob on the loom
Jacob's two grandmas and a great grandma
Liam's tallit in progress
The Solomon family at the loom
Hand weaving a personalized tallit has been a tradition in Solomon’s family. She and her family wove a tallit for her older brother Carey’s Bar Mitzvah in 1986. The original weaver they worked with had since passed away. Another weaver suggested she contact Neve Shalom Synagogue in Metuchen, NJ, where three years ago, the sisterhood created a “loom room” with a donated loom. There, congregants, students and visitors have woven close to 100 tallit, tefillin bags and matzah and challah covers with the guidance of trained volunteers.
“The beauty of this is that you are creating a Judaica heirloom that is totally customized, will last a lifetime and that you created yourself,” says Cory Schneider, founder of the Neve Shalom loom room. She has personally created tallitot for her three sons, friends, other relatives and several grandchildren. “Every time a child puts on hand-woven tallit, they will remember the participation of their family members, living and passed. When you’re wrapped in it, it’s like being hugged by them.”
Solomon began making the three-hour roundtrip to Neve Shalom several times a week to get the bulk of the weaving going. Soon she was spending up to four hours at a time working on the various projects. “It was relaxing. Some days I’d drop the kids off at school, drive there and spend the whole day weaving. The only reason I stopped was that I had to pick up the kids from school. I got in the groove.”
On weekends, she began bringing her children and various family members to weave so everyone was represented. Even her five-year-old would painstakingly add a few threads to his and his brother’s tallitots. The boys chose contrasting colors: Jacob’s tallit has a white background with five blue stripes representing the five members of their immediate family; Liam’s has a blue background with five white stripes.
In total, Solomon estimates, they spent more than 65 hours on the projects. “I enjoyed the process and was sad when it was done.”
“It’s so special,” says Jacob’s grandma, Lois Solomon, who loved being included. “Everyone had a hand in it. Laurie knows who did what lines; someday when I’m not here, she can point to them and say ‘This was done by Grandma Lois.’ That makes it much more significant. A piece of me will always be here with them.”
Jacob agrees: “It’s a good memory,” he says. And of his treasured tallit, “I’ll save it forever.”
After removing the tallitot from the loom, they will each be attached to an atarah (neckband) embroidered with their Hebrew names and the names of their parents, and four corners with Jewish stars. The family will complete them by hand-tying the tzitzit, or knotted fringe.
Then the two finished tallitot will go into their matching woven pouches, waiting patiently for each boy’s Bar Mitzvah day.
What is a tallit?
The tallit is a four-cornered prayer shawl with specially knotted fringes called tzitzit. The tzitzit are a visual reminder of God’s commandments. Men and women are traditionally wrapped in the tallit when they pray or read from the Torah. Boys and girls usually receive their tallit in preparation for their Bar/Bat Mitzvah and often they are handed down from generation to generation.
Here are some ways to create your own hand-crafted tallit:
• To learn more about the Neve Shalom weaving program, contact Cory Schneider, 717-574-1807
or email, corstan65@gmail.com, www.neveshalom.net/sisterhood
• There is also a loom room at the JCC of Wyoming Valley in WilkesBarre,
PA, 570-824-4656 x:237, www.jewishwilkesbarre.org/activities/programming/tallisweavingatthejcc
• Pennsylvania Rabbi Rayzel Raphael makes personalized silkpainted tallit. She also holds workshops where you can make your own. shechinah.com/shechinahsilks.html. For more information 215-782-1221.
• Look on Etsy.com for customized tallit. Many artists will incorporate your design, colors and materials to make a one-of-a-kind prayer shawl.
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August 3rd, 2019
Preparing for a Bar or Bat Mitzvah is a lot of work for both the child, who is learning to read Torah, and the parents, who are designing a celebration of the event. But there is no need to reinvent the wheel when it comes to party planning. You can always get some great advice from others who have been there/done that. Check out our Mitzvah Market regional Facebook groups for tips from others in your community or general advice from those with experience.
Here are some of our favorite tips from our Mitzvah Moms about what’s important and what’s not:
Give A Gift With Meaning
Every time I give a Bar or Bat Mitzvah gift I also include a blank check for $50 for the child to send to a charity of their choosing. This way they get to think about donating to a cause that means something to them. One girl gave it to an organization that was fundraising for a disease that one of her friends was fighting and another boy gave it to a breast cancer charity in honor of his mother. The kids get so many gifts. They appreciate this because it makes them think a little. It’s a lot better than me saying: ‘I made a donation to a cause I care about’ in their name. Why not let them choose? After all, that’s what becoming a Bar/Bat Mitzvah is all about.
– Donna Bernstein
Get Organized
I know it’s a Mitzvah Market thing itself…but the Mitzvah Organizer was the best tool/purchase I made. I used it for both my kids. That, and starting thank you notes as soon as they begin receiving gifts. Finish all those before the Bar/Bat Mitzvah and then all they have to worry about are the ones from the weekend.
– Dorey Krinsky Kappel
Make Memories
Looking back to my kids’ B’nai Mitzvah (they are boy and girl twins), there are not many regrets that come to mind. It was a joyous service and celebration. The one thing I can tell families is to stick to what is good for you and your kids. Do not feel pressure to do anything out of your comfort zone, financially or otherwise. Our culture puts a lot of pressure on us not only to keep up, but to surpass everyone else with whatever we are doing. When it is all said and done, it is you, your kids and your bank account. And the most important memories will not revolve around how much money you spent on centerpieces.
– Kori Rehfield
Be Your Own Trendsetter
Don’t let the latest trends sway your budget or you/your child’s taste and/or comfort level.
– Robin Hochroth
Make The Party About Your Child
Make sure the party is all about your child, not just what the parents want. My sister hated her Bat Mitzvah because it was more like my mom wanted to make a party and invite all her friends instead of a celebration of my sister and what and who she liked. Use your child’s interests and hobbies to make it their special day. If your child is very shy, they may not like a big party. If your child is very artistic, use one of their drawings on the invitation. It personalizes it and makes the kid feel great because it’s really all about them and their talents.
– Leora Lambert
Do What’s Meaningful For Your Family
I highly recommend the Monday morning Bar or Bat Mitzvah; shorter service, none of the Shabbat restrictions. Serve brunch to everybody; go home. Keep your eye on what is important about the event for your family. Is it about the religious observance? Is it about being with your family? Is it about sharing with as many people as you can, or just with a few close friends and family? That is the place to start planning. If you are unsure that something is necessary (band, photo booth, benchers, party favors, inviting coworkers, whatever…) then it’s probably not. Take a lot of pictures.
– Lynn Cohen Berman
Create A Timeline
Work with your DJ and/or party planner to create an event timeline and give it to all your vendors so everyone is on the same page. This way the DJ knows when to play quieter music during the meal and when to rev things up. The caterer knows when to wheel out the cake, etc. It will make the whole event go smoothly.
– Rachel Fishbein
Celebrate The Inner Journey
Keep directing the Bar/Bat Mitzvah to their inner journey, what’s meaningful to them, while setting specific times to learn together, using the Torah or some other touchstone, as it will relate to the big day. It’s not just a party, but a time to grow and bond.
– Sheila Kaufman-Lewis
Hire A Helper
I wish I had hired someone to help me with the details on the day of the event. Someone who could make sure the centerpieces were straight, collect gifts, ask the DJ to play certain songs, etc. Not a party planner, just another helping hand. Even an organized college student would work.
– Jennifer Unter
Be Prepared
Have the tips and payments ready to go and labeled in envelopes before the day starts.
– Michele Erenfryd Minick
Get Your Child Involved
Ask your kid about all aspects of the service and party. A whole year before the big day, we sat down and discussed whether he just wanted an aliyah, or if he wanted to prepare to read from the Torah. Once he said he wanted to read from the Torah, we discussed how much he was going to read. He also said he wanted to give a speech in front of the extended family on Friday night, rather than before the entire congregation the following day. We made a plan for how he would prepare the reading and the speech, and he stuck to it. Also, I narrowed down the invitation selection to three, then showed those to him. He picked the one he liked best. Ask them what foods they want served at lunch or kiddush. When we called the caterer, they had several selections for the package we purchased. We ran the dishes by our son, and he let us know which items he and his friends would enjoy the most. When it came to the cake, he had a particular flavor combination that he wanted quite badly. The more affordable bakeries did not offer either the icing flavor or the cake flavor he wanted, so we asked him if he wanted to serve pastries instead, and which ones. We asked his feedback on other aspects of the Bar Mitzvah, too. It’s important to ask your child and get their input. Becoming Bar or Bat Mitzvah means they are taking responsibility for their spiritual life. If we plan and execute every detail of their lives for them, how will they learn to take responsibility? Also, preparing to read Torah, lead part of a service, speak in front of people, learning the obligations of adult Jews — these are all tasks that require time and effort from them. If they help decide what they want the final product to look like, kids are more willing to spend the time and effort on making it a reality.
– Rebecca Klempner
Plan Your Photos
Give the photographer a list of photos to be sure to take. We never got a great family photo with the four of us because we were so busy making sure our daughter was photographed with everyone else.
– Jane Hiriam
Enjoy The Moment
Take a minute or two to stand in the back of the room and take it all in. Look at your child, friends, and family and enjoy the moment. It goes by very quickly!
– Mindy J. Schmidt
Make It About Your Child
#1: It shouldn’t be all about the party. #2: The party should be all about them…a party for them and their friends, not a big dinner dance for all the parents’ friends.
– Keren David
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July 21st, 2019
When you begin to plan your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah celebration, it’s helpful to sit down and come up with a budget. That usually begins with a list of the various Vendors you will need to make your celebration special. Something similar to the below:
Catering Hall/Venue
Kiddush
DJ
Photo favors
Photographer and Videographer
Invitations
Centerpieces/Decor
Sign-in Board
Favors
Yarmulkes
Clothes for family
Hair/Make Up
But what about all the other hidden costs you might not be thinking about? We sat down with some Mitzvah Moms who have already been through the planning process and they recommend that you remember to think about the following when planning your budget!
Lots of tipping – Many venues, entertainment companies and florists will provide you with a list of suggested tips for their staff. This is sometimes a surprise and not something you included in your budget.
Your favors – They are ordered and look great, but then you realize you want to present them in a bag of some type with tissue paper. This is an extra cost that can come up unexpectedly.
Labels/Waterbottles – Hopefully your children can make their own labels on the computer, but you might need to buy cases of water bottles so your guests won’t be thirsty on the ride home! Read more: DIY Water Bottle Labels
Place cards – If you are having calligraphy done for your place cards, don’t forget to factor in this added cost. Get inspired with these place card ideas.
Stamps/postage – After you approve the text and design of your invitation, your child might talk you into a matching customized stamp. To have a stamp that matches your invitation design or with your child’s initials or their photo, could cost double of what postage would be with a regular stamp. Read more: Tips For Custom Stamps
An additional photo session – Many photographers offer a casual portrait session. If you are a family of girls, the hair and make-up bill is something you might not have thought about.
Amenity baskets – This is usually not remembered until the end of your planning. You might want one for the catering hall bathroom and a basket to hold the yarmulkes at your Temple. Many Moms create these themselves, but you still need to buy the items and in some cases the basket and ribbon. Get a Bathroom Basket list.
Insurance – Especially if your child’s party is during the winter months, you might want to consider taking out some party insurance. Do you remember our archived story, Bari’s Bat Mitzvah Blizzard!
Thank you notes – These are sometimes ordered with the invitations, but it is an additional cost and don’t forget about the postage! Get a “thank you” note idea.
Socks – Many of the kids (especially the girls) remove their shoes shortly after arriving at the party. Many Moms buy socks in bulk to have handy for the kids to wear on the dance floor, but don’t be surprised if they are also grabbed by your adult female guests!
Bus Transportation – If your child’s celebration is immediately following your service or if the party is a distance away, you might want to provide bus transportation for the kids. You will need to plan ahead and include this information on your invitations.
Party Security – If your venue doesn’t include this service, you might want to consider hiring outside security so you can enjoy the party knowing that the young guests are being supervised.
End of night treat: Although most parties have terrific dessert buffets, many families choose to have a parting food treat as guests are leaving or a candy buffet with bags. Either way, you need to consider these costs in your budget. Get ideas about Mitzvah Exit Treats.
Limo/Car Service – Another last minute thought is to arrange for your immediate family to get to and from the party via limo or car service. This usually isn’t something that goes into your original budget 1-2 years before your planning begins.
Day after Brunch – Why not continue the celebration the day after with a brunch. Although it might only involve bagels and coffee, it does add up!
We hope you found the above information helpful. Now that we have put you into budget panic mode, you might want to read our archived story, Mitzvah-Nomics: Cost-Saving Tips!
Use this helpful form: Keeping Track of Your Costs.
July 7th, 2019
We’ve been showcasing Mitzvah Family Spotlight stories since 2008, and know it’s hard to remember everything these creative families have done to celebrate their child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration.
Many families get creative with their Bar and Bat Mitzvah details. We love showcasing creative invitations, cakes, logos, fashion, themes and place cards.
Some Bar Bat Mitzvah kids are “making their entrances” in the most creative way. From golf carts to surfboards and more, we have seen it all!
Here’s a round-up of some of the creative entrances we’ve featured!
Everyone was surprised when Samantha appeared from inside an oversized teal gift box, wrapped in a giant bow! See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight here
This Bar Mitzvah boy made his entrance onto the field at MetLife Stadium surrounded by close family friends dressed as referees. See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
The Bar Mitzvah boy made his entrance with a Mariachi Band singing La Bamba for his Cinco de Aidan themed Bar Mitzvah. See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
The Bar Mitzvah boy Drew enters the party through a breakaway wall that seems to be part of the decor. See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
The Bat Mitzvah girl made her grand entrance on top of a golf cart!
See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
For this Bat Mitzvah celebration on Fire Island, Sydney entered in a red wagon which is popular on this island
See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
Sophie made her entrance on a surfboard as guests threw confetti
See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
Lighter Than Air created a “breakaway wall” for Mason’s entrance into his celebration
See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
For a “wild night” themed celebration, Morgan was carried into the room by DJ dancers. The “Queen of the Jungle” was on a raft adorned with zebra print fabric, neon pink ruffles, leaves, and flowers
See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
In keeping with her hotel theme, Remy entered her party on a rolling luggage rack!
See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
For an “Adamcrombie” theme, the Bar Mitzvah boy made his entrance in a shopping cart with his DJ dancers.
See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
For Leanna’s celebration at SPACE, practice paid off and she was lifted up and zip lined across the dance floor to her destination. See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
Confetti fell from the ceiling to mark Andie’s arrival at her Bat Mitzvah
See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
Ethan made his entrance on a Vespa with a thumbs up!
See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
Jake made his entrance being carried in on a couch by EJ The DJ dancers
See more of this Mitzvah Family Spotlight story here
Did you child have a great Bar Bat Mitzvah entrance? Let us know at info@mitzvahmarket.com.
June 16th, 2019
For over a decade, Favor-it! has been a one-stop shop for all things personalized from the creation of logos to the screen printing or embroidery. Whether it’s sweatshirts, t-shirts, flannel pants, shorts, pinnies or any other type of giveaway you could imagine, Favor-it! does it all for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs and can work within any budget.
The initial contact with a new customer is one of their favorite conversations to have. They like getting to know their client and feel it’s very important to make sure that everyone is on the same page from the beginning of the process.
They know selecting Bar or Bat Mitzvah favors is fun, but Favor-It! tells us they like to ask key questions before placing their clients orders.
1. Have you given any thought to the favors and/or giveaways that you would like?
*There are so many options out there today for favors and giveaways. If you know exactly what you would like, that is great! If you don’t, no worries…we can talk through everything to find the perfect item(s) together.
*Have you spoken with your child? We suggest having a family discussion because many times, this is the one area of the party that the Bar or Bat Mitzvah child might actually have an opinion!
*Do you have a preference as to whether or not the children will end up wearing or bringing the favor or giveaway to school the Monday after the party? Your answer to this question may steer you in a direction as to the item(s) chosen as well. (Note: In some areas, schools do not allow children to wear favors to school on the Monday after the celebration).
2. What is the budget within which you would like to work?
*Favors and giveaways come in all price points and we can work within any budget. There is something for everyone and Favor-it! will be sure to find the perfect item(s) for their clients.
*We treat your money as if it were our own. Favor-it! strives to get the highest quality favors and giveaways for the best price. If we wouldn’t do it for our own daughters’ Bat Mitzvahs, we wouldn’t feel comfortable making a recommendation to others.
3. Do you have a theme in mind or a logo created or is this something we will be working on together?
*Often times our clients know exactly what they want their end product to look like. Some have no idea where to begin. Favor-it! can work either way! We can use the artwork you have already created or we can help you with the design concept from inception to completion. No request is too challenging to bring to life.
4. What is your party date and R.S.V.P. response date?
In over 10 years of business, Favor-it! has never missed a party! Nobody needs added stress during a time that is often very stressful. We work backwards from your party date to come up with a “working” calendar for you.
*Favor-it!’s goal is to have your favors and giveaways “party ready” and in your hands the weekend before your Bar or Bat Mitzvah (if not sooner). We will always do our best to accommodate rush orders as well.
Favor-it suggests you follow their ABC philosophy when selecting your Bar or Bat Mitzvah favors. This philosophy will help you get Amazing favors to fit within every Budget that are Creative, Cool, Chic and Complete!
To learn more about Favor-it!, visit their extended profile page in our Vendor Directory.
June 16th, 2019
Families are always looking for interesting and different venues for their child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah party. This is why so many have celebrated over the years at day camps and sleepaway camps. These venues provide something unique and fun for both the young and adult guests. Some can even accommodate for your child’s service too!
We have featured many destination “camp” celebrations. When holding your event at this type of facility, the special touches come easy!
Take a look at how these families celebrated away from home:
The Korn family celebrated at Morgan’s favorite place…Camp Towanda!
The Golden family celebrated at Camp Trail’s End with a celebration called, Camp Ally. Ally’s cake was a replica of an actual bunk!
The Silverman family celebrated daughter Jillian Bat Mitzvah at her sleep away camp, Pontiac. Her bed looked quite different than it did all summer!
The Salem family celebrated daughter Samantha’s Bat Mitzvah during a fun-filled Labor Day weekend at Indian Head camp. For the adult guests, private cabins were made up with linens and coffee mugs
The Francombe family celebrated their son Joshua’s Bar Mitzvah during a fun-filled weekend. Mom Stacie thought of everything, even a packing list!
The Siegel family owns Tyler Hill Camp and celebrated their daughter’s B’not Mitzvah at camp. The weekend was filled with a lakeside Havdallah service, Color War breakout and competition, lots of dancing plus a bonfire and fireworks
Camp Mitchell was the name used for the Abes family celebration at Camp Barney Medintz in Cleveland, Georgia
The Golden family went back to Camp Trail’s End for younger daughter’s Dani’s celebration which included smores and a surprise fireworks display at the end of the party
The Beinhaker Mitzvah Family celebrated at Camp Kinder Ring and included many special touches like this signage hanging from a tree
S’mores was the theme at this Bat Mitzvah held Indian Head Camp during a fun-filled weekend
The Silvert family decided to have a very casual outdoor celebration which took place the week before day camp began at the JCC Camps. Their entire service and celebration took place in one location with full use of the camp’s fantastic facilities including swimming, boating, volleyball, water trampoline & other fun floating activities
Did you hold your child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah at a camp, let us know at info@mitzvahmarket.com.
May 15th, 2019
When planning your child’s milestone Bar or Bat Mitzvah event in the Boston area, you will need a Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah venue, perhaps a party planner, DJ and music entertainment, caterer, invitations, favors like sweatshirts, t-shirts, along with a Bar Bat Mitzvah photographer, montage maker, event decor and much more.
We have provided a list of the best Bar Bat Mitzvah experts in the Boston area. They are all ready to provide a creative, unique and special Bar or Bat Mitzvah celebration for your family and friends.
Check all the boxes for the vendors you are interested in learning more about. Fill in form on bottom.
You can also ask questions and get advice in our Boston Bar Bat Mitzvah planning group on Facebook. Join here.
May 5th, 2019
Need a unique venue to host your upcoming Bar or Bat Mitzvah? Are you tired of attending parties at the same hotels and catering halls? Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment is a state-of-the-art, multi-purpose venue with several event spaces that are sure to make your Mitzvah exceptional and stand out from all of the rest!
MEADOWLANDS RACING & ENTERTAINMENT – ONE VENUE WITH MANY OPTIONS
Trackside, the main Mitzvah reception area, offers a vibrant atmosphere with unlimited ways to transform the space for up to 400 guests.
The Gallery is the perfect place to host Mitzvah ceremonies or smaller parties up to 100 guests. This multi-purpose room features a projection screen as well as complete AV capabilities.
The Skybox Suites provide a truly unique experience! The Suites can hold a total of up to 200 people and are complete with AV capabilities and can also be re-configured for smaller groups. The Suites also feature an outdoor deck with skyline views – the perfect venue for a summer-time Mitzvah.
Victory Terrace is a beautiful outdoor rooftop bar that boasts views of the NYC skyline and can accommodate up to 500 guests.
The Backyard is an outdoor dining and entertainment section that can accommodate up to 10,000 people. Diverse party options are available within this outdoor area including party tents, picnic tables, outdoor games and activities and extensive barbecue catering options.
Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment event planners pride themselves on their professionalism and experience. You can expect an all inclusive, stress-free planning experience where their team will work with you to create the most unforgettable and amazing event. They will help you conceptualize your theme and execute it with close attention to detail while focusing on the highest standard of service. Vendors, entertainment and catering options can all be sourced, negotiated and implemented to perfection.
To book your event or schedule a personalized tour, visit their Website or call 201-843-2446
To learn more about the Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment, visit their extended profile page in our Vendor Directory.
April 21st, 2019
Having a creative Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah logo designed is now one of the first steps in the planning process. Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah logos brand your child’s celebration and can be used for party elements such as the invitations, napkins, favors, place cards menus – wherever you want to personalize the event. (Logo above by FabuDesigns.com)
Experts can design a creative logo using your child’s first name, last name, initials or even a phrase that resonates and ties to their Bar or Bat Mitzvah theme. The logos featured here may inspire you for your own celebration.
Need more logo inspiration?
Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah Logos A-Z
How To Think Of A Clever Bar Bat Mitzvah Logo
How To Incorporate Your Last Name Into Your Bar Bat Mitzvah Logo/Theme
The Best of…Mitzvah Family Spotlight Logos
Bar and Bat Mitzvah Logos Using Names & Initials
April 14th, 2019
Looking for a Bar or Bat Mitzvah venue, consider Chelsea Piers NY.
Whether you are looking for a formal sit-down dinner, a casual reception with dancing, or activities for family and friends, Chelsea Piers is the ideal location for your child’s special day. Chelsea Piers has several spectacular locations for Bar and Bat Mitzvah celebrations.
Sunset Terrace
Sunset Terrace is one of New York City’s best-kept secrets. Located at the western tip of Pier 61 off of the Sky Rink, this 3,400-square-foot riverside event space with a dance floor is ideal for 50 to 200 guests.
Guests at Sunset Terrace can enjoy a formal or casual reception with breathtaking views of the Hudson River, the Statue of Liberty and the New Jersey skyline, and enjoy the passing sailboats, luxury yachts, and ocean liners. The spectacular sunsets make Sunset Terrace an unparalleled event location.
... or at night, the views will be spectacular!
The Field House
Bar and Bat Mitzvahs at the Field House, located at Pier 62, are action-packed and hassle-free. Celebrations can be customized to include a wide range of activities, including trampolines, rock climbing, basketball, soccer, pedestal jousting, color war competitions and more.
The Field House at Chelsea Piers is a unique location that appeals to sports-minded honorees. Your entire event can be hosted under one roof, with plenty of activity options to keep the kids entertained and room for adults to enjoy cocktails and watch the action. The Field House can accommodate up to 300 guests.
The Sky Rink
One of their most popular formats for Bar and Bar Mitzvahs includes ice skating as a kids’ activity and Sunset Terrace for dinner and dancing. The Sunset Terrace event staff provides turn-key planning to ensure a successful event for both kids and adults. Full-service catering, including Kosher-friendly options, makes planning a Bar or Bat Mitzvah a breeze. The Sky Rink is conveniently located at Pier 61 and is attached to the Sunset Terrace and holds up to 200 guests.
THE PLAYERS Room
THE PLAYERS Room, located in The Golf Club at Pier 59, is a lofted space with a mezzanine overlooking a lounge area featuring two state-of-the-art Full Swing Golf Simulators. Located on the top floor of The Golf Club, the room offers natural light and high ceilings, perfect for a small reception. Your Event Manager will guide you on the best use and flow for your time in THE PLAYERS Room in addition to coordinating your catering needs.
The Ryder Cup Room and Golf Driving Range
Hosting a party at The Golf Club at Pier 59 is an event your guests will never forget. Located on the first floor of the Golf Club at Pier 59, the Ryder Cup Room is a versatile space for receptions. The room features marina views and adjoins the first tier of the golf driving range, providing your guests with convenient access to the golf facilities if desired. Hitting golf balls over the Hudson at the Golf Driving Range is an experience your guests will always remember! Your Event Manager will work with you on the room layout, coordinate catering services based on your group’s needs and even set up a private bar by the Driving Range to get the party started.
For more information, please call the Special Events Department at 212-336-6777 or email eventsales@chelseapiers.com to speak with an event manager. Plan your party today!
To learn more about Chelsea Piers, visit their extended profile page in our Vendor Directory.
