Bar Mitzvah King of the Court

Jadon Barnett has been playing basketball for as long as he can remember, and when he attended his first NY Knicks game a few years ago, he was hooked! His love of the game was visible throughout his Bar Mitzvah celebration on Long Island. The ceremony took place at Temple Isaiah in Stony Brook, and the reception was at the Three Village Inn in scenic Stony Brook Harbor. Mom Deb tells Mitzvah Market they chose the Three Village Inn, part of Lessings Hospitality Group, because of its proximity to their temple and for its intimate and inviting setting. “The staff and the food were amazing and made the planning process easy and stress free,” she says.

Leo Vatkin Photography was the photographer for this event. A complete list of vendors follows at the end of this spotlight:

Memories for a Lifetime

The Bar Mitzvah boy was all smiles during his service at Temple Isaiah

A moment his family will remember forever, captured by Leo Vatkin Photography

Jadon surrounded by mom Deb, dad Stu, and sisters Kaila (right) and Emma (left)

Jadon and his sisters by the water in Stony Brook Harbor

The Bar Mitzvah boy shared a special moment with his great grandpa George during the motzi...

... and really enjoed the challah

Basketballs Galore

Jadon's invitation, by Prints Charming, set the tone for all the basketball fun to come

Custom basketball yarmulkes by That One Special Touch

The place card table, representing Jadon's favorite NBA teams, was made by Simple Party Designs

Basketball drawstring bags were placed at the kids tables and balloons added a pop of NY Knicks color throughout the space

Centerpieces featured Jadon's favorite NBA teams...

...and adorable Bitmojis of the Bar Mitzvah boy

A custom basketball held cards from guests

A bitmoji step and repeat made for a fun photo backdrop

The candelabrum, created by Simple Party Designs, was inspired by the NY Knicks basketball court at Madison Square Garden

At the end of the party, the kids enjoyed an ice scream sundae bar and candy table

Non Stop Fun

Jadon takes a "dab" during his entrance

Jadon's turn for the horah

Mom and Dad join the horah

Entertainers from L.I. Nights Entertainment dressed as basketball referees in keeping with the theme

Jadon's sisters, Kaila and Emma hit the dance floor

Jadon received plenty of Mazels from his friends

Jadon's friends were recognized during the candle lighting ceremony

The king of his Bar Mitzvah court

Mitzvah Mom Advice

“Enjoy the day! Do not stress about the small things,” says mom Deb. “If something is not perfect, no one will notice.  Remember the day is about celebrating your child with friends and family that love and support them.”

Vendor Directory

The following vendors helped to make Jadon’s Bar Mitzvah special. If you call them, please let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.

Venue/Cake: Three Village Inn, part of Lessings Hospitality Group, 631-751-0555
Music/Entertainment: L.I. Nights Entertainment, 631-791-9696
Photographer/Videographer: Leo Vatkin Photography, 516-640-5688
Photobooth: All Island Photobooth, 631-620-8696
Invitations: Prints Charming, 631-835-2933
Decor: Simple Party Designs, 631-609-0839
Yarmulkes: That One Special Touch, 516-596-1025
Dresses: Dress Gala, 631-486-7737
Suits: Karakos, 631-451-7272