Spotlights

SPOTLIGHT ELLIANA BERKOWITZ

Bat mitzvah: August 28, 2021 Synagogue: Temple Israel Ner Tamid | Mayfield Heights Ceremony and celebration: Her grandparents’ home Officiant: Rabbi Matt Eisenberg

Age: 13 Hometown: Solon School: Solon Middle School

How did you adapt your bat mitzvah in response to the COVID-19 pandemic?

Elliana: We held the service and celebration outside. We provided masks for people that wanted and we were able to be socially distanced.

What was the best part of the day?

Elliana: The best part was getting through my service and getting to celebrate with my family and friends.

Stacy Berkowitz, mother: Being able to celebrate safely with over 100 people outside.

What advice do you have for other young adults preparing for their b’nai mitzvahs?

Elliana: It will be challenging, but worth it in the end. Stick with it!

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