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C12 The New Wedding Must-Haves
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Couples are going hi-tech before their big day.
C14 Bridal Fairyland
Beverly Hills Club — renowned for fitness — hosts its first wedding.
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C16 Turn The Table
Transform a party into a stylish and comfortable home away from home
but better.
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C18 Country Chic
An old-fashioned b'nai mitzvah in the country celebrates the fall harvest
and the accomplishments of a brother and sister.
C24 Super Simchahs
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From high octane to high elegance, local b'nai mitzvahs are raising the
bar with creative, fun and fanciful decorating ideas.
C29 Planning Tips For Brides
Keep these tips in mind while planning your big day.
C30 Party Planning Made Easy
Trust your instincts and find ways to include special details in every
celebration.
C34 One Of A Kind
A local artisan creates customized, spectacularly embellished ketubot to
last a lifetime.
C36 Meaningful Mementos
Custom yads make great mitzvah gifts.
C40 Good Advice
Some words of wisdom on your upcoming bar/bat mitzvah.
C42 Make Your Own Kiddush
An easy step-by-step guide to making your simchah personal
delicious.
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All Dogs Go To ... Synagogue?
Some Jewish pet owners throw a "bark mitzvah" to celebrate their
canine's coming of age.
C46 Wedding Whimsy
Bride goes for fun at fall wedding.
C48 The Gift Of Meaning
These ideas for bar and bat mitzvah presents will teach children a life
lesson or two.
C50 Girly Girls
Amy Regal may not be the new girl in town, but she's bringing a whole
new party to it.
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