Bar Mitzvah Bouncers – Stress Relievers for the Parents There is a lot that goes into planning a Bar Mitzvah. One aspect of the event that can help many families out often is not used. This is Bar Mitzvah bouncers. They are not used a lot simply because people do not know they exist. They are a professional chaperone service …
Passover 2012: A Personal Encounter with the Rasha
Immediately before we begin the Yom Kippur Eve Kol Nidrei prayer, a short paragraph is recited by the chazzan that ends with the following:“anu matirin l’hispallel im ha’arvanim” — “we sanction prayer with the transgressors”Rather than being a call for automatic forgiveness of all sins, it is possible that this prayer is meant to engender a stark recognition among all …
Tisha B’av – A Communal Day of Mourning
Tisha B’av is a Jewish day of both fasting and mourning. This day occurs on the ninth day of Av. Av is the fifth month of the Jewish calendar. In the western calendar that you are more familiar with, this day usually occurs in either late July or early August. The purpose of this day is to remember the tragedies …
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Tisha B’av – A Communal Day of Mourning Tisha B’av is a Jewish day of both fasting and mourning. This day occurs on the ninth day of Av. Av is the fifth month of the Jewish calendar. In the western calendar that you are more familiar with, this day usually occurs in either late July or early August. The purpose …
Bar Mitzvah Planning – Should You Hire a Planner or Do it yourself?
When it comes to Bar Mitzvah planning, many parents are in the dark as to how they should handle the event. All some parents have to go on is their own Bar Mitzvah years ago. They are unsure whether customs and traditions have changed over the years. Because of this, many parents have to decide whether to plan the event …
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Bar Mitzvah in Israel – A Most Unique and Special Celebration Bar Mitzvahs are one of the most important events in your child’s life, which is why the planning should not be taken lightly. Many parents struggle with conveying the importance of the event to their child. They often are more interested in whom they will invite to the reception …
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Bar Mitzvah Favors – Follow Your Theme and Make It Useful When it comes to a child’s Bar Mitzvah, some families consider the reception as important as the ceremony itself. Every detail is thought out and planned, including the Bar Mitzvah favors. It is important to offer favors for your guests. This is to show your thanks and appreciation for …
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Bar Mitzvah Dance – Have both Traditional and Contemporary It is important to implement traditions in your son’s Bar Mitzvah reception. One way you can do this is through the Bar Mitzvah dance. Although it is popular these days to simply play contemporary music, it also is a good idea to include some of the traditional dances. It is easy …
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Bar Mitzvah Centerpieces – From Simple Religious to Contemporary A child’s Bar Mitzvah is one of the most important days of his life, which is why so much time and effort is put into planning the reception. One part of the reception that needs to be planned ahead of time is the Bar Mitzvah centerpieces. The centerpieces are important because …
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Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah Invitations – Express Yourself! A Bar or Bat Mitzvah is a very special time for your child. It’s a rite of passage to adulthood that every Jewish person gets to pass through. It is celebrated among those that mean the most to you. When deciding on what to look for and how your Bar Mitzvah …