Why Go Green?
Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah ceremonies are important rites of passage, celebrating our children’s transition from childhood to adulthood.
These life marker events are meaningful introductions to the rights and responsibilities of participating in
our society.
The occasion of your child becoming a Bar/Bat Mitzvah is the perfect time to include the Jewish concept of tikkun olam, “repairing the world,” into your ceremony and celebration. The good news is you do not have to sacriNice style or fun to do it!

A Better Way ~
Ecofriendly Choices Small choices can make a big difference. For example, using local, seasonal, organic flowers instead of imported, cut flowers reduces the carbon footprint of your event, keeps pesticides out
of the environment, and protects workers in South America.
Giving guests tree or seed packets, organic or fair trade chocolates, or donations in lieu of favors helps the ecoconscious message take root. There are many ecofriendly options available if you know where to look!

~Green Mitzvot ~
GreenMitzvot.com is a free online resource guide that provides links to ecofriendly invitations, decorations, party supplies, even green gifts! By including green elements in your Bar or Bat Mitzvah celebration, you will be modeling positive choices for your guests, your congregation, your community, your family, and most importantly your Bar/Bat Mitzvah. GreenMitzvot.com is a great place for parents and kids to search for green ideas together. Check it out today, and tell your friends to consider including green elements in their celebration too!