I’ve heard many parents say “Why do I need to hire a Mitzvah Planner? I have a contact at my venue who will do everything that you do.” FALSE. The planner at your venue and a Mitzvah Planner/Coordinator like Pop Color Events have two very different roles. It’s important to understand what the contact at your venue (who might be …
It’s Your Bar/Bat Mitzvah!
I recently talked with a Mitzvah mom who had a terrible experience with a planner. She said she felt bullied and pushed into doing things that she didn’t really want “because that’s the way it’s done.” She said that “our party was lovely, but it wasn’t really the party we wanted.” I was completely appalled. Here’s what I believe: There’s no one right …
Mitzvah Favors, Prizes or Giveaways
I’ve noticed that parents have a bit of confusion between Mitzvah favors, prizes and giveaways and which they should have for their event. I want to make sure we’re all speaking the same language, so here’s what your planner or DJ mean when we use the following terms: Mitzvah Favors A Mitzvah favor is something that either all of the …
What to do First When Planning Your Mitzvah
You just got your Bar or Bat Mitzvah date and are itching to get started with your planning, but what do you do first? Make your guest list. The number of guests invited (and who ultimately attend) determine EVERYTHING about your event. Where you can host it. How much you’ll spend. How many ____ you’ll need. But who do you …
What’s reasonably priced?
As a member of a number of Mitzvah Planning groups on Facebook (psst. Don’t forget to like us!), one question that comes up all the time is some asking for recommendations for a reasonably priced ___ (fill in the blank vendor). Every time I see that, I want to rip my hair out! Why? Reasonably priced is an opinion What’s reasonable …
Don’t hire your best friend’s mitzvah vendors
Many of my clients come from referrals from past clients. I love that because often if one of my clients are wonderful, their friends are wonderful too. Clients frequently want to use a specific Mitzvah vendor (anyone from a photographer to a DJ or photo booth company) because their friend had a great experience. It’s certainly valuable to trust the …
6 Tips for a Great Mitzvah Candy Buffet
Candy buffets are all the range at Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. After all, who doesn’t love candy? But in order to do it right, especially if you’re going to DIY, here are some helpful tips. #1 Rule of the candy buffet The most important thing is to regulate when the candy is distributed. The correct timing is to open the …
Mail, Email or Online Programs for Mitzvah RSVP
How you decide to collect your guests’ Mitzvah RSVP is a total personal preference thing these days. There are pros to each method, so think it through and do what works best for your family. Mailed Mitzvah RSVP Card Pros You have something physical that you can keep forever. Some people write little notes along with their RSVPs. It makes …
Characteristics of a good planner
I’ve been hearing horror stories recently about people’s terrible experiences with Mitzvah planners. It makes me crazy to hear about these event planners who are ruining it for those of us who work hard every day for our clients. How do you know if your Mitzvah planner is a good one or a bad one and how can you choose …
Old Advice, New Advice: Bar or Bat Mitzvah Planning Rules
In the Mitzvah Planning Facebook groups I belong to (psst… check out the local to DC, MD & VA one), parents are constantly asking questions like “Do I have to serve cake?” or “Do I have to have a candle lighting?” or ” Do I have to have a hotel ballroom event?” In the past, it may have felt as though there …
