Sabrina’s Bat Mitzvah: April 23, 2026
Well, this was my fourth adventure with this family, and what started back in 2019 has now come full circle. Sabrina is number four and just like that, the mitzvah chapter closes… at least until the weddings begin, which I assume will be sooner than anyone is ready for. Back to this morning. Sabrina was in fine form as we wandered around Beth David. We have done this a few times together and it all felt very familiar, like slipping into something well worn and easy. We went here, we went there, photographed Sabrina with the siblings, the parents, the whole crew, and just enjoyed ourselves in some pretty spectacular spring sunshine. April in Toronto can be a gamble, but today behaved. Fast forward and we are inside the sanctuary celebrating the coming of age of this delightful young woman. Sabrina spoke beautifully, there were tears, there was pride, there was that perfect mix of both. Cantor Michael led a warm and inclusive ceremony, as he always does. Towards the end, friends gathered on the bima joining Sabrina, and that lovely sense of community and friendship filled the room. Then it was off to brunch. Great food, great energy, music from Bounce Entertainment kept things moving. Kids had fun, adults had fun, Sabrina had fun. That is really the whole story. Mazal Tov guys, great morning.
.
The Story of Sabrina’s Bat Mitzvah: Selected Photos: HERE
All the Photos: HERE