Part y T THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS B2 [ PARTY ] JUNE 2, 2016 New discovered at a bar mitzvah

JULIE WIENER Ehrenreich to meet with him at the JTA DreamWorks studio and introduced him to filmmaker , who he next time you’re kvetching cast him as the lead in the 2009 film . about having to go to another bar Ehrenreich’s performance in that movie Tor bat mitzvah, think about this: spurred film critic Roger Ebert to dub could be there, and he him the “new Leonardo diCaprio.” could make you a star. The new Han Solo film, announced in That’s how it worked out for Alden 2013, is scheduled to be released by Dis- Ehrenreich, who is reportedly finalizing ney in May 2018. negotiations to be the next Han Solo. In the winter, four other Jewish actors Ehrenreich, who is Jewish, is set to star in – Logan Lerman, Dave Franco, Ansel El- an as-yet-untitled film about gort and Emory Cohen – made the short Solo’s backstory. Harrison Ford, now 73, list of actors under consideration for the played the character in the original Star starring role, according to a list published Wars movies, as well as the latest one. by Variety. Ehrenreich, 26, has been in numerous Speaking about the project last year, films, most recently playing a hick cow- writer said, “It will not boy and western movie star in the Coen be like, here is where he was born and Brothers’ Hail Caesar. this is how he was raised. I think what it Ehrenreich’s big Hollywood break came will be is what was he was like 10 years 12 years ago, when he made a movie earlier, ya know, maybe a little earlier screened at the ceremony of a friend’s Alden Ehrenreich GREGG DEGUIRE PHOTO you’ll get a glimpse, but … what formed bat mitzvah, according to the Daily Beast. the person we meet in the cantina? It is Spielberg, whose daughter Sasha was Stone. “I break into her house, try on play this at her bat mitzvah!’– and they not so much about his specific history. It friends with the bat mitzvah girl, was in her clothes and make up a song. All of were like, ‘You look like an idiot in this. I is about what makes a person like that?” the synagogue, and was impressed. this is just us literally taking a camera don’t think you should really do that.’ We In other words, what was Solo’s rite of “I’m this 14-year-old, skinny little kid and going like, ‘OK, ha ha, do this.’ We didn’t care.” passage into adulthood? Perhaps there with long hair,” Ehrenreich told Rolling showed it to our parents –‘We’re gonna As a result of the film, Spielberg invited was a bar or bat mitzvah involved. n

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Lots to consider when taking party outdoors

MARILYN LAZAR Décor hand-held fans and cold compresses; SPECIAL TO THE CJN Who needs lighting when you’re under a blankets if it’s chilly. canopy of stars? However, you will like- he great outdoors is big, beautiful ly enhance nature, so ensure nothing Facilities and beyond our control. After be- blows away. Large balloons add drama – Will you want guests to walk through your T ing stuck inside all winter, we are fasten them securely. Paper lanterns add house to use bathrooms? If not, you’ll need drawn to it like moths to a flame. Outdoor mood and colour and can be found in a portables. These are available at various events are more complicated to organize, variety of shapes and sizes to suit your price points and levels of luxury. Too few, but forewarned is forearmed. Here are theme. dirty washroom facilities, or even lineups some strategies to minimize the risk and can ruin your event. Make sure you have maximize the fun. This is definitely a case Lighting enough for both staff and guests. Include of hope for the best and plan for the worst. Guests need to find their footing. Use a first aid kit, hand wipes and sunscreen. votives to create paths. Augment with What if it pours? strings of tiny lights. Grouping candles of Your lawn and their stilettos Is there a rain date or are you committed? different heights on the tables is romantic Heel covers not only protect women’s Is your plan B acceptable? If you’ve chosen and effective. Hurricane lanterns and tea Rental and decor companies can create strappy sandals, but also your grass. Con- a venue for its stunning landscaping, have lights are practical and versatile everything from bars to cozy seating areas in sider ordering in bulk and distributing as you checked out the interior? If 200 guests outdoor spaces. guests arrive. Alternatively, prepare a bas- suddenly run for cover, will the pavilion Bugs ket of flip flops in various sizes. hold them and satisfy you? Citronella candles help with pest control. Courtesy Consider using a professional to spray in Speaking of noise, if it’s a backyard party, Communicate Other elements advance, with a time lapse for food safety. it’s wise to talk to neighbours in advance, Spare yourself multiple phone calls by in- If you’re committed to stay outside, you’ve Decorative plate covers protect the buffet. especially if they’re not invited. Will the cluding details in your invitation. Address undoubtedly considered tents. This is not Keep repellent on hand for guests. street parking inconvenience anybody? timing, attire and food. There’s nothing inexpensive and it doesn’t stop with put- wrong with specifying an end time up ting a roof overhead. If winds pick up, you’ll Logistics Comfort front. Even the best parties have a shelf life need sides to the tent and probably a floor. Do you need a permit or liquor license? Keep fluids flowing to counteract the heat. of five hours. Will it be cocktails or dinner? If the temperature drops, you’ll need heat- Check fire and safety codes. Anticipate Spike adult ices with flavoured alcohol or Cute, creative references to clothing inevit- ers and if it rises, you’ll need portable air power needs for music, food stations and serve Popsicles submerged in glasses of ably leave guests wondering what to wear. conditioners or electric fans. lighting. Are there noise ordinances? a complementary beverages. Distribute Say it straight. n Shaken or Stirred?

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ASK ELLA Guest uses simchah to reveal her new self

Mike, however, did call Warren to let him should spoil that for you. have felt better if she know and offer him the option to bring a Now let’s move on to Pam. When a looked a little more date, too. He declined. person goes through a life-altering like she did in the past You could have knocked me over with a event such as a divorce, it’s not un- and brought some- feather when Pam waltzed into the hall in common for that individual to take one she met through a skin-tight, sequined, black strapless ball stock of their life. a dating service? Ella Burakowski gown with a drop-dead gorgeous younger Often they will do something out Please don’t let [email protected] man on her arm. Heads turned. I hadn’t of character, such as go back to the actions of one seen her for a while, and it was clear she’d school, take a big trip or work of your guests put Dear Ella, had lots of work done. The two of them on their appearance. It a damper on what My husband Mike and I threw a black tie danced the night away as they gazed into sounds to me like this sounds like a very event to renew our vows. We invited all of each others’ eyes. They were one of the is exactly what Pam special evening our friends, and it was truly like a second last couples to leave. did. She took control that you and wedding. It wasn’t until later in the week that we of the way she looks and Mike shared. At our age, we have a number of friends found out her date was a paid escort! I the way she wants others A few who are no longer with their spouses. One could not believe what I was hearing. I am to look at her. This really is years from such couple are Warren and Pam, who so angry with her that I haven’t had the not your problem. Perhaps she now, it have recently gone through a divorce. guts to call her to tell he how I feel. I feel should not have used your simchah will just My husband golfs with Warren regular- like she made a complete mockery of what for her “coming out,” but she decided that be something you add to the rest of your ly, and I never lost touch with his ex-wife was supposed to be a very special occa- she would take an uncomfortable situ- memories of what was a truly lovely and Pam. They were both invited, and we sat sion for Mike and me. What do you think ation and turn it around. For Pam, that special occasion for you and your hus- them at separate tables. of this prank? meant hiring a date so she would not have band. ■ They were both invited alone, but at the She’s Got Nerve to walk into your simchah alone. There’s last minute, Pam asked us if she could no question that she wanted heads to Ella is the author of Hidden Gold - A True bring a date. Dear She’s Got Nerve turn. Story of the Holocaust. Her advice is not Although we were a little uncomfortable Let’s not lose sight of what this whole She did ask your permission to bring a replacement for medical, legal or any for Warren’s sake, we decided that they’re evening was about. It was about you and a date, and you agreed. Technically, she other advice. For serious problems, con- adults and it was not our place to refuse. Mike renewing your vows, and nothing followed proper protocol. Would you sult a professional.

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Braided wedding rings a family tradition

SYBIL KAPLAN pay him a visit again. father in his shop,” says Joel. SPECIAL TO THE CJN Chol Hamoed Passover 2016: David, In 1964, Joel had his bar mitzvah in the grandfather of Joel Friedman, owner Israel. “I fell in love with it.” October 2009: We had been in Israel of Golan Gold, was born in a village in Meantime Joel grew up, travelled back a little over a year and decided to take Hungary in 1885. In 1903 at the age of and forth to Israel and learned to solder a trip for a few days up north. We ac- 15, he went and studied to be a jeweller in in his father’s shop. In the 1970s, Joel also cidentally found an artists’ village in Budapest, apprenticed, and in 1907, he re- came to Israel for a year as a volunteer. buy, and he sold the braided wedding the Golan Heights called Ani’am. The ceived his diploma. In 1912, he immigrat- In the 1970s, his father started a new rings to retail stores. first house was a fine jeweller, Golan ed to the United States. technique of braiding the gold for rings Joel and his family finally ended up in Gold, and we wandered in to browse, David Friedman and another man from and when Joel returned, he learned the Ani’am in the Golan “because it was the but he was waiting on others, so we left. Hungary named Kemeny started a whole- technique. “I can make a ring out of 36 cheapest place to buy!” Soon he came running out after us. sale jewelry business making heavy gold wires and you won’t be able to tell where When the artists’ village was created in As we chatted with the New York man, and platinum chains which they sold to it began and ended,” he relates. 2006-2007, Joel opened up the retail store, he suddenly asked to see our wedding Tiffany’s and Cartier. In 1981, at the age of 30, Joel made aliyah Golan Gold. rings. He looked at Barry’s then asked David met a young woman and started a to Kibbutz Sha’ar Hagolan. His sons, ages 30, 26, and 23 will not be us to come inside his workshop so he family in Brooklyn – Jack, Henry and Les- In 1987, he married a woman of Iraqi following in the tradition of the family, could examine both more closely. He ter. After Kemeny died, David expanded descent whose family had come to Israel says Friedman although one son is put- then told us the initials of his fath- the business. in the 1950s. He worked different kinds of ting together a website and he hopes to er’s company (DFS, David Friedman During World War II, all three sons were jobs but wasn’t ready to become a jeweller. begin selling the rings online. Sons), where he had apprenticed, were in the services and returned from the war “Finally, my wife pushed me to do what I Today, Joel is also making a Middle East- on the inside of both. They had made unhurt. Lester was a bombardier officer knew how to do best.” ern line of the braided wedding rings – our rings. We had seen the rings in a in the Army air corps and flew out of the With his brother, Matthew, a jewelry making the wires light, thin and more in- catalogue and a sample, which their Marshall Islands 25 missions over Japan. maker, who went on the road to sell, Joel tricate. Following Jewish law on marriage salesman had sold to Tivol’s in the Kan- Lester and Henry went into the business adopted the wire and braided gold wire rings, in Israel, Joel braids the wire then sas City, Mo. Country Club Plaza. Tiv- with their father. Joel was born to Lester style. His father had used eight wires; he lays it over a single band of gold. ol’s then ordered the rings for us from in 1951. He had an older brother, Matthew uses 36. The rings can be made in any size, silver Friedman in New York. and a sister, Amy. David died in 1956. Between 1985 and the 1990s, while Joel or gold and can even be inlaid with stones Since we are about to celebrate our “I, as a kid, would ride the subway from and his family lived in Motse Ilit, Jerusa- and they still bear the DFS (David Fried- 25th anniversary, we decided we would Queens to to watch my lem, they started looking for a place to man Sons) on the inside. ■

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Casual chic – a great way to entertain guests

MARILYN LAZAR it for the guest of honour or the occasion. SPECIAL TO THE CJN A blackboard with that name or a list of what’s on tap adds a fun feel. s spring melts into memory, party In some ways, less is more. This is good people are asking: what’s hot under news because I’ve never met an event Athe sun for summer 2016? planner – professional or amateur – who The moment has undoubtedly arrived for says “price is no object.” So while blooms a laid-back tropical vibe. With warm weath- may be beautiful, greenery is great. In lieu er finally upon our northern coordinates, of cut flowers, this approach incorporates it’s easier to give venues a much needed lift climbing vines, hanging leaves, ceilings of with citrus hues and heaps of foliage. thatched branches and walls of ferns. Find Whether it’s a bar mitzvah, anniversary or florals in patterned paper serviettes instead. birthday party, welcome your guests with a Although flowers in bloom at this time of refreshment station fresh out of a Martha year should make prices more palatable, Stewart fantasy. Fancy up a lemonade stand it’s interesting to note that whatever the by including flavoured waters. Simply add A touch of whimsy to welcome friends and family season, some celebrations are limiting or fresh herbs, frozen berries, fruit slices or forgoing flowers altogether in favour of edible flowers. Put shortbread cookies and I’ll call urban country. With the demise clude mason jars or the simplest of vases less expensive and very effective candles. ginger snaps on offer alongside baskets of of the beloved TV series Nashville, this tied with a strand of rattan. Groups of candles of various heights cre- something healthy and simple to grab and movement may even get a nostalgic boost. Speaking of mason jars, vintage glass- ate lighting and atmosphere. go, such as apples. This is welcome when With roots in shabby chic, you’ll find ware serves multiple purposes. Add a Professionals are replacing polished guests have had a drive to your cottage or downtown folk embracing gingham straw for individual drinking containers posh with potted posies and you can will have to wait for their meal. checkered cloths, or, for more elegance, with character. Use large ones with a tap mimic this boho aesthetic. Ditch the Barbecue bashes are always popular. laying their table with luxurious white as cocktail dispensers for ease of service glamour for handcrafted touches, whim- Update this classic by including trendy linen, but topping it with a burlap runner. and great décor. sical accents and nature-inspired details. pulled meat sandwiches or mashed pota- These rustic tablescapes can be decorat- On the topic of drinks, crafted cocktails It’s this summer’s trend to let a host’s in- to stations with a variety of toppings. I’ve ed with the most approachable of blooms, are all the rage. A mixologist kicks things dividuality shine through while making noted fried chicken on many a sophis- such as fistfuls of daisies, or a single sun- up a notch, but if that’s not in your budget, guests feel comfortable in a casually invit- ticated menu of late. This is part of a trend flower. Complementary containers in- choose a single drink, pre-mix it and name ing environment. n

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Save-the-date cards allow guests to plan ahead

ANITA SZABADI-GOTTESMAN everyone know we were engaged and and groom, the date, location and wed- SPECIAL TO THE CJN that we hoped they could join us on our ding website address. wedding day!” Type and style of save-the-dates vary ike many young couples, Rebecca This information is equally important according to the taste of the couple. Sadana and James Wizenberg were for local guests looking to plan ahead. If An engagement photo on a postcard is L born in one city, finished high- the nuptials are held on a busy holiday one simple design. A photo or saying on er education in another and relocated weekend or peak periods throughout a fridge magnet makes for a practical once again following job opportunities the spring and summer, they too need keepsake. out west. to plan to be in town to attend. “Sending Rebecca and James chose a cork coast- Newly engaged, they planned their out the cards also forced us to create a er to announce their wedding day. “We wedding for late fall in Montreal where database of addresses and do a dry run wanted something interesting and dif- many family members and friends still sending the cards,” Rebecca says. ferent,” says Rebecca. “We thought a lived. A preliminary wedding list re- “We received several back with address coaster would serve a dual purpose and flected their multiple moves with many changes, which we will add to our mas- not be a throw-away item.” invitees living across Canada, Europe ter list. The cards became an essential Creativity is left to the imagination and various far-flung locations. part of pre-planning the event.” of the bride and groom and a graph- While a save-the-date card may not Guests began responding almost im- ic designer. Save the date cards can be always be necessary, it serves as the mediately by phone, email and on social printed locally in many big box and of- first formal announcement for wedding media, congratulating the couple and ANITA SZABADI-GOTTESMAN PHOTO fice supply stores or more conveniently guests as to the important details of the confirming their attendance. “We were online where choices abound. Graphics wedding such as the date and location. contacted by many guests who shared are most often included and costs are “With so many out-of-towners on our in our excitement, and were pleased that rules about when to send save-the-date low, generally around $1 per piece. Pin- list, we really felt that we had to send we had let them know so that they could cards, timing should be approximately terest and Etsy are good places to start save-the-date cards as quickly as pos- begin planning their itineraries and join six months prior for a local wedding or searching. “We had fun researching and sible to give our guests the heads up us for our special day.” eight months ahead of time for a destin- designing a memorable save-the-date about our wedding,” says Rebecca. Wedding website, The Knot, suggests ation wedding. Only basic information card together and set the tone for our “We were excited, and wanted to let that while there are no hard and fast is needed including name of the bride wedding,” says Rebecca. n

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