Party Spot - June 2007

For one young man's bar mitzvah, mom and dad decided to buck tradition -- party tradition, that is. Rather than larger-than-life decor and an awkward dance-off, this family hosted a low-key celebration centered around faith, family, and a blackjack table or two. ... Low-key Vibe Later that evening, everyone reconvened for a casino-inspired celebration. In keeping with the casual atmosphere of the day, the family rented a sound system to play the bar mitzvah boy's top picks from an iPod, while passed plates of comfort food, such as mini twice-baked potatoes, homemade potato chips, and mini hot dogs and hamburgers, kept guests from going hungry. A bartender was also on hand shaking up mojitos to quench the adults' thirsts. Sound System: EGADS Computer Rental, New York Catering: Lori Castronuovo, Flemington, NJ Vegas Baby, Vegas The younger set got a kick out of the real-life casino tables brought in just for the occasion. When guests arrived, they received "Jeremy Money" -- named after the day's honoree -- to try their luck at roulette, blackjack, and even Texas hold 'em! Casino Party: 21 Nights Entertainment, New York --Christa Vagnozzi photography by Nelson Hancock click here for entire article

 

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