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Isabel Kruss

Bat Mitzvah — Dec 6, 2025

What’s This About?

Bat Mitzvah Basics

A bat mitzvah is a Jewish coming-of-age ritual for girls, marking their transition to religious adulthood at age 12 or 13. It signifies the point at which a girl is considered responsible for fulfilling religious commandments (mitzvot). The term also refers to the person who has reached this milestone and often involves a ceremony where she leads the congregation in prayer and reads from the Torah for the first time, followed by a celebration.

Event Details

Torah Service

Sat, Dec 6, 2025

10:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Congregation Beth Shalom

Celebration

Sat, Dec 6, 2025

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Bolingbrook Chamber of Commerce — Event Hall A

FAQ

Do I attend the Torah Service?

Absolutely. While it does take place in a Jewish synagogue and there are prayers recited by the congregants, you can comfortably observe without taking any active role while supporting Isabel as she leads the service and chants from our sacred scrolls.

What do I wear?

Same thing you would wear to church. Or whatever you're going to wear to the party. It's a mostly relaxed atmosphere, and nobody is ever judged for the clothing they wear. Family will be dressing up to support Isabel, friends are encouraged to do the same, but go with what feels right. Whether that's semi-formal or casual business attire, just be respectful.

Will I know what's happening?

Yes. Our rabbi is accustomed to having non-Jewish friends present for a Bat Mitzvah, and provides plenty of context in English about the service's procedure and meaning.

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