Planning a Kiddush or Kiddish Luncheon can be tricky, but is very do-able. Every temple works a little differently, so you may need to tailor the advice below based on your own synagogue and its minhag (customs). Talk to the B Mitzvah coordinator, clergy assistant, or whoever handles space rental at your congregation. Ask them what are the typical customs …
Mitzvah Kippot
Kippa, kippot, yarmulke, skullcap, whatever you call it, many families decide to order these head coverings for a bar or bat Mitzvah service. We’ve gotten a lot of questions about kippot lately and thought we should answer some common questions. How many kippot should I order? The number of kippot needed is different for every party because you are ordering …
Favorite Drinkware Favors for your Bar or Bat Mitzvah
Functional favors are a great way to ensure your Bar or Bat Mitzvah giveaway gets used. Over the years, we’ve done drinkware favors in many different ways. Below are some of our favorite ways to customize your beverages! Coffee mugs can be filled with all sorts of things from custom m&ms to … … hot cocoa bombs. What about not …
Lampshade Centerpieces for your Bar or Bat Mitzvah
Some party spaces have very tall ceilings and need a centerpiece that draws your eye higher. Lampshade-style centerpieces add the height to work perfectly in this situation. When using lampshade centerpieces, there are 3 things to consider–the shape of the lampshade, the sort of base holding the lampshade and the accents around the base of the lampshade. Those 3 components …
Favorite Bar and Bat Mitzvah Exit Treats and Edible Favors
The best way to end a party is on a high note and edible favors do just that! As your guests leave, give them one last smile by providing them with something delicious to remember your event. Don’t let them leave hungry! Here are some of our favorite edible favors and exit treats plus advice for your Bar or Bat …
8 Colorful Mitzvah Logo Ideas
At Pop Color Events, we love color! Mitzvah logos can set the direction for your decor, creating or choosing a great logo that is bright and colorful makes for a fun party for all. Below are some of our favorite logos with rainbows and lots of fun colors. We especially love when family or friends are involved in creating a …
13 Tips for a Magical Montage
We all love a good Mitzvah montage, but I’ve seen a few duds in my day. How do you make sure that yours is a winner? First, do a great job of sorting your photos. Then sort even more. Below is very specific advice about what type of photos make a winning montage from a photographer and montage pro. 1. …
Questions to ask vendors for a COVID-safe Bar or Bat Mitzvah
COVID-19 has changed the event industry forever and we are now considering many new scenarios for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. We want to make sure that our clients still have the same amazing event experiences within these new constraints. But how can you make sure your guests will be safe and that you will be covered in case of changes …
Virtual Mitzvah Budget vs. In-Person Party Budget
When changing your Mitzvah service and celebration from in-person to virtual, most parents automatically think it will be a HUGE cost saving. And while there certainly will be things you removed from your virtual Mitzvah budget, do not cut your budget just yet! In order to keep the day special for your child and family, consider reallocating your funds to …
7 Benefits of Virtual Services for a Bar/Bat Mitzvah
By this point in the COVID-19 pandemic, most temples have made the call to have virtual services vs. in-person services. This is certainly different than you envisioned the big day, but there are so many possibilities and positives of doing a Virtual Bar or Bat Mitzvah service this way. More guests The number of attendees is limitless, so there is …
