Text and styling by Esther Ottensoser
Photography for women’s kiddush by Ruby Studios
Photography for men’s kiddush by Hudi Greenberger
Shabbos Nachamu is the start of simchah season once again. We hope and pray that we should be zocheh to celebrate only simchahs from now on.
Learn how to party-plan your own events with a few simple steps, vendor contacts, and baking tips.
Neighbors, friends, and family often want to send something special to enhance a simchah, and they’re thrilled when they know it’s something that will be enjoyed and appreciated. You’ll find some great ideas for when you’re asked, “What can we send to your simchah?” And if you’re the sender, you can ask the baalei simchah what they’d like in advance so they know what you’re sending.
Homemade baked goods are always a great addition. Of course, there are some simchahs that are more conducive to baking than others. I don’t recommend baking when you’re only three days after birth! But baking for a simchah like a bar or bas mitzvah is usually much more doable. If you have the time to bake with your children, it can add so much fun and excitement to the simchah.
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