The Ultimate Bar/Bat Mitzvah Celebration Book: A Guide to Inspiring Ceremonies and Joyous Festivities

by Jayne Cohen

Book Overview

A haunting and powerful collection of stories from one of America's finest writers. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 060980992X
• ISBN13: 9780609809921
• Release Date: March 2004
• Publisher: Clarkson Potter Publishers
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.4" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

The Best Bar Mitzvah Guide I've Seen

My parents were kind enough to send me this wonderful book on Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebrations! I can't begin to tell you how much I appreciate the book -- in particular, it's ability to retain a focus on what the event is all about. My husband and I have always believed that this is an event that comes with its own theme and we've been working very hard on planning a day that celebrates our daughter and her accomplishments, and that feels grounded in Judaism. My copy of the book is already tabbed on many pages with ideas that will help us to do just that.

A truly useful guide to an "authentic" celebration

We're an interfaith couple with children now 9 and 11 so we have two bar mitzvah's coming up. We've been to many bar/bat mitzvahs we've found uninspiring from a spiritual perspective, although certainly not lacking in glitz and expense. This "guide" brings a refreshingly thoughtful and inspiring approach to creating a truly authentic celebration for one's family and friends.It has helped us focus on what's important and reduced the anxiety level around the planning tremendously. Visit the website: http://ultimatebarbatmitzvah.com/

A Must-Have for Planning a Bar/Bat Mitzvah!

What an unbelievable resource for the bar/bat mitzvah planner. I am so lucky to have this book 2 years in advance of my daughter's big day. This book is so much more than an organization tool; it helps frame the occasion, with ideas for personalizing and bringing meaning to this incredibly joyous day. The book gives detailed ideas for mitzvah projects, decor and themes that reflect your family's values, and more. This book will allow me to create a one-of-a-kind, deeply meaningful bar or bat mitzvah -- and not one of those cookie-cutter events.

Wish I had read this before the Bar Mitzvah!

Having just finished the ordeal of another Bar Mitzvah, I couldn't help but pick this book up to take a look. Boy, do I wish someone had told me to buy the book before the Bar MItzvah. After this last nerve-splitting experience, it's really refreshing to read a book by someone who really seems to understand not only the true essence of Bar and Bat Mitzvah, but how to make it a truly joyful experience. If you are planning a Bar Mitzvah or you will be doing so any time in the not-too-distant future, this book is a MUST buy!

Thank You!

Thank you for demystifying the whole bar/bat mitzvah thing. I converted to Judism when I married and raised our children in the Jewish faith. I am now planning my very first bar mitzvah celebration. Your book has been a God send for me. I no longer feel pressured or confused. The book offers loads of useful information about the process, the history and true meaning of the Bar/Bat Mitzvah. I bought multiple copies for my mother, siblings and friends. I feel confident and joyful that after reading your book our quests and family can celebrate with deeper understanding and share completely in our son's becoming a Bar Mitzvah!