Things are heating up! Seth & Layla have been working hard to prepare for their B'nai Mitzvah.
Sweet and a little spicy, here's everything you need to know to join us as we mark this special occasion!
What is a B'nai Mitzvah
A B’nai Mitzvah* is a sacred lifecycle event in our Jewish tradition that represents Seth and Layla's transition into adulthood. Surrounded by family and friends, it marks the moment when they become responsible for their own actions and involvement in Jewish life.
Together, they will lead prayers and read from the Torah, reflecting years of learning, personal growth, and preparation.
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Please join us for this special milestone and a weekend celebration of their unique personalities that are a mix of sweet & spicy and a lot of love.
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Click below if you'd like to learn more about what to expect!
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*Instead of Bar (son of) or Bat (daughter of), we use B'nai Mitzvah, meaning Children of the Commandment.
Weekend Schedule
Here's the scoop! We're so excited to honour Seth & Layla with our family and friends.
Out-of-Towner Dinner
Friday Night
Friday, May 21
If you're coming from away, please join us for dinner Friday night.
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Details coming soon.
Evening Celebration
Saturday
Saturday, May 22
6:30 PM
Cocktail hour and DJ games
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7:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Dinner and dancing
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100 Kellogg Place - Century Room, 3rd Floor​
Cocktail Attire
Saturday Morning
Shabbat Service
Saturday, May 22
9:30 AM
Congregation Or Shalom
534 Huron Street, London, ON
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Followed by Kiddush luncheon
Brunch for Out-of-Towners
Sunday Morning ​​
Sunday, May 23
Out-of-towners please join us for brunch.
Details coming soon.
Travel & Accommodations
To welcome you to the hot spot, we've put together some helpful information below.
Getting to London, Ontario
BY AIR
London's Airport code is YXU, but there are other ways to get to London.
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Toronto Pearson International Airport - YYZ
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Detroit Airport - DTW (be prepared to drive over the border)
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Buffalo Airport - BUF (drive over Niagara Falls)
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BY CAR
London is 2 hours from Toronto, 2 hours from Detroit, 2.5 hours from Buffalo, NY
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Shuttles are available from Toronto and Detroit airports
RobertQ
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Let us know if you want help coordinating or carpooling ideas.
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BY TRAIN
VIA Rail service is available from all major Canadian cities
Accommodations
Hard Rock Hotel
$329 CAD ($231.41 USD)
We have been given a group rate for a Classic Room (either 1 King or 2 Queens). You will see this in the Classic tab under "Bar Mitzvah" on the booking link below.
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Booking Link - Hard Rock Hotel London Ontario
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If you'd like to stay for 3 nights, please call the hotel and mention "Fremeth Bar Mitzvah" to receive our rate
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This hotel is connected to our Saturday night venue.
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The Park Hotel London
$199 CAD ($142 USD)
​You will see the code "Fremeth Bar Mitzvah" for Preferred King or 2 Queen options.
Booking Link - The Park Hotel London
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Short Uber to the synagogue & venue
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If you're looking for something else, let us know and we're happy to offer suggestions.
Passport Reminder (for U.S. Guests)
If you are traveling from the United States, please make sure your passport is valid and up to date.
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You can apply for or renew it here:
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html
Mild, Medium, Hot, Extra Spicy
If you’re planning to spend time in Canada, there are many fun things to do in Southwestern Ontario!
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Niagara Falls: Postcard views, falls attractions, mirror maze, Beavertails (elephant ears) - 2.5 hr drive from London
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Niagara-on-the-Lake: Wine country, bike tours, spas, butterfly garden - 2.5 hr drive
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Stratford: Internationally renowned theatre festival, swans, also home of Justin Bieber - 45 min drive
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Toronto: Medieval Times, Hockey Hall of Fame, MLB & WNBA - 2 hr drive or train
London is situated right between Lake Huron and Lake Erie.
We are 45 minutes from the Michigan border.
Sprinkles
Just a few extra things you might want to know about London, Ontario
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Our celebration falls on a holiday weekend in Canada.
Queen Victoria Day is Monday, May 24 and stores will be closed, tourist attractions will be busy. -
Gas is roughly 4.5 litres = 1 gallon
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USD to CAD is currently $1 USD = $1.42 CAD
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Time moves quickly.
