Bat mitzva

The ceremony is expected to bring together soldiers and soldiers without immediate family in Israel, many of whom immigrated alone and joined the Israel Defense Forces.

Forty-eight children who lost a parent in IDF service marked their bnei mitzvah at the Western Wall in a ceremony of unity and remembrance.

The IDF Widows and Orphans Organization’s annual “Superheroes Trip” brings bereaved children together; for counselor Athar Aboreesh, it became a journey of healing too.

'The ya’ara has an aroma I deeply associate with the Land of Israel, and I wanted you to carry that association with you.'

DIASPORA AFFAIRS: “What I always guide my clients to do is not get sucked into the mitzvah machine. And keep the focus on the child,” said Jean Kintisch, owner of Pine Hill Events.

In the photo, Gadot’s husband, Jaron Varsano, holds their daughter, Daniella, 3, while Gadot cradles their youngest child, Ori, who arrived eight months ago.

The Bat Mitzvah marks a special transition from childhood to adulthood, celebrated at clubs with vibrant energy, personalized design, and a variety of unforgettable attractions and activities.

Eve Rosenbaum's lifelong passion for baseball propelled her from Orioles fan to assistant GM, breaking barriers and driving the team's resurgence.

Carol Kane stars in Between the Temples, a touching film about connection and transformation, exploring deep relationships and featuring a unique Israeli soundtrack.

While a bat mitzvah celebration is considered the norm for many, it is not the case for the Israeli girls of Ethiopian background, who were the majority of the 22 celebrants.