WHAT IS A BAR MITZVAH?
A bar mitzvah is a Jewish coming-of-age ritual for boys turning 13, signifying they have reached the age of religious maturity and responsibility.
WHAT IS THE SCHEDULE FOR GARRETT’S BAR MITZVAH?
10:15am – arrive at Temple Beth David
10:30am – Bar Mitzvah Service begins
12:15pm – Bar Mitzvah Service concludes, luncheon served
1:30pm – luncheon concludes
5:00pm – Party begins at AV Irvine
10:00pm – Party concludes
WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ATTENDING THE BAR MITZVAH SERVICE?
Similar to any religious service, you’ll need to wear appropriate, modest clothing and maintain quiet and respectful behavior. Men typically wear a headcovering when in the synagogue (these will be provided to those who want them). Please be sure to silence your phone and food & drink are not permitted in the synagogue.
WHAT WILL BE HAPPENING AT THE BAR MITZVAH SERVICE?
Garrett will lead the Saturday service, recite prayers, read from the Torah, and deliver a speech with reflections on the
meaning of the important milestone of becoming a Bar Mitzvah.
DO I HAVE TO COME TO THE SERVICE TO BE ABLE TO COME TO THE PARTY?
Not at all! We would love to have you join us in celebrating Garrett however your schedule allows.
WHAT’S FOR DINNER?!
Our youth guests will enjoy a buffet of kid-friendly fare. Adults will enjoy a plated dinner, please see descriptions below.
FILET MIGNON
red wine shallot demi jus, roasted garlic whipped potatoes, asparagus
SEARED CHILEAN SEA BASS
citrus olive tapenade, blistered tomatoes, potato pave, asparagus
GRILLED BUTTERNUT SQUASH (vegetarian)
roasted poblano & corn relish, cilantro pesto, fresh coriander
ANY ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS?
Please feel free to email Garrett’s mom, Kelly, with any additional questions you may have!
kellzeller@gmail.com
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