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B'Mitzvah Planning Checklist



When                                

  What

12 months Meet with Rabbi Toba
11 months Schedule initial meeting with tutor
6-10 months ‣ Begin Tikkun Olam project
‣ CDT will bill you $450 for rental, set-up and clean-up of Second Church. These fees must be paid 3 months prior to your event, or space cannot be held for you. 
‣ Notify Margaret Farmer if you are using a caterer or not. 
4-5 months If desired, identify friends and family to chant Torah. Tell tutor and B'nei Mitzvah coordinator if doing so.
3-4 months Order invitations 
2-3 months Send invitations and order food for Kiddush
2 months Write B'Mitzvah announcement for the newsletter. This must be submitted by the 10th day of the month which precedes your event. 
3 weeks Discuss with Margaret: 
1. Usage of special B'nei Mitzvah tablecloths 
2. Gaining building access on the Friday before your simcha, either to drop off paper products/supplies or to do your own Fellowship Hall set-up 
1 week  Discuss with Margaret: 
1. Your final guest count so we know how many additional chairs to set up for the service. 
2. If you will need stairless access into and/or around the building (see the Logistics page for more information)
3. Your Fellowship Hall floor plan 
4. Any other logistical issues of concern 
Fri, April 26 2024 18 Nisan 5784