The Jewish Wedding Rabbi's Blog

Allegria Hotel, Long Beach, Long Island, New York

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:10:52 GMT

No airport lines, only a drive on or to Long Island, New York. A swanky hotel, upscale decor attached to one of the most well known Long Island Beaches;

Weekday Jewish Wedding Ceremony Local Temple

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:19:50 GMT

Bride-to-be asked... My fiance and I are not having a big wedding celebration just immediate family and 2 witnesses. I would prefer to get married by

Mezinka question

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 21:47:52 GMT

Father of the Bride asks.... Is it customary to dance the Mezinka only when the last child is married? We have only one daughter, and she is getting

Virtual Classroom Student Experiences Video

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 01:39:41 GMT

Ketubah signing

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 21:10:50 GMT

Bride asked...Can we sign the Ketubah after our wedding ceremony? Is that done? Rabbi Andrea Frank responds...That would not be common to do so...you

Ceremony Photos - Touching Moments during Life Cycle Ceremonies

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:48:02 GMT

Ceremony Photos - Touching Moments during Life Cycle Ceremonies

Wedding Wire Rated 2010

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:49:21 GMT

WeddingWire.com have helped over 10 million brides and grooms plan their wedding and have built the largest database of over 100,000 reviewed Wedding Pros across the country! Rabbi Andrea Frank is thrilled to be part of this wedding planning web site and thankful to all her past bride and grooms whom were so kind to write reviews for newly engaged couples seeking a Rabbi to officiate their Jewish Wedding or Civil Wedding ceremony.

Twitter Facebook oh my

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 02:59:57 GMT

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No Summer Vacation for this Rabbi

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:06:32 GMT

Hello All, Most know that Clergy take the summer off either in July or August or both. This Rabbi does not. If you are seeking a Rabbi to officiate your Jewish wedding, Baby Naming, preparing for Bar Mitzvah, Bat Mitzvah, and any other what we call in Judaism - life cycle ceremonies. Looking forward to hearing from you. Enjoy your summer, enjoy each day, All my best, Rabbi Andrea

Rabbi Andrea wrote a beautiful Pet Funeral for me.

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 01:42:13 GMT

Words cannot describe what Rabbi Andrea did for me. I chose to lay to rest my precious Jadey in a New Jersey Pet Cemetery. She was unable to officiate

Twitter Tweeting Craze

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:55:48 GMT

"This is really neat. The company whose software-and-hosting I use to build my Jewish-Wedding-Rabbi.com site is now twittering. The WHOLE company. Great folks!" Click to Follow on Twitter!

Niagara Falls, Canada Side, Wedding of Rajka & Alan

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 23:57:04 GMT

Mazel Tov! Rajka & Alan, I was honored to have been given the opportunity to bless them both in Marriage under the white Chuppah with beautiful greenery

MP Artworks is Fast!

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 14:48:55 GMT

We placed our order Sunday night and had a proof Monday. That is fast! Our Rabbi, Rabbi Andrea proofed it and we were good to go. Thank you MP Artworks

Renaissance Westchester Hotel, White Plains, NY

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 03:15:26 GMT

Renaissance Westchester Hotel is a Marriott property. I officiated Robyn & Scott's wedding on the patio of the Lower level. When you first drive up,

Woodbury Country Club, Woodbury, Long Island, NY

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 03:12:17 GMT

This location has been around for as long as I can remember. Especially having resided on Long Island from child to adult hood. Imagine my excitement

Wave Hill, Bronx, New York

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 03:10:46 GMT

I had no idea this 8-acre public garden and cultural center in the Bronx existed! Let alone a Mansion with dark wood to give you that comfort feeling

Additional Rabbi Services

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 01:45:17 GMT

Rabbi Andrea's services offers additional ceremonies such as an Unveiling. The anniversary of a beloved's family that has past. A marker, a monument is arranged, not only as per tradition, but most importantly, so that we never forget those that are forever in our hearts. It is also the marking of our family tree history. Let thy not be forgotten.

Baby Girl Receives her Hebrew Name

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 01:41:05 GMT

Baby Marissa received her Hebrew name under Chuppah, in her sacred space in her very own back yard. An abiding blessing with a great name. Mazel Tov!

Gavin, Bar Mitzvah, Torah

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 01:39:08 GMT

When family dynamics changes, so does a Jewish education schedule. Gavin studied one-on-one with Rabbi Andrea and succeeded in becoming a Bar Mitzvah. Mazel Tov!

Rajka & Alan are Married

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 01:36:33 GMT

Rajka and Alan were married in Niagara Parks across from the famous water attraction just across the New York border in Canada. An interfaith couple, but where the bride is considering to convert to Judaism at a later time. Mazel Tov!

Jonah Becomes a Bar Mitzvah

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 20:54:31 GMT

The photo was taken right before Jonah's Bar Mitzvah Shabbat Morning Service Ceremony was to begin. See how the morning light shined on this special young

Kasey becomes a Bat Mitzvah

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 20:51:40 GMT

Memorial Day Holiday weekend was a very special weekend. Kasey became a Bat Mitzvah. She chanted Torah the traditional way with such grace. Her Torah

Mazel Tov Lori & Andrew

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 02:25:11 GMT

Lori and Andrew are married! A beautiful water-side Chuppah ceremony. From high school sweet hearts to college and beyond, they joined two hearts into

Personalized, Perfect, Awesome Ceremony

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 02:23:29 GMT

Rabbi Andrea did an amazing job with our ceremony this past Sunday. She personalized it and included the past, the future, our family and friends, and

Angel Orensanz in New York City

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 15:57:19 GMT

Angel Orensanz in New York City Rabbi Andrea officiated in this amazing event space that once had an active congregation since 1849 in the Lower East

Wedding Vendor Locations

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:30:00 GMT

Rabbi Andrea has officiated here! View the wedding vendor locations and hear first hand what she thought.

Kasey became a Bat Mitzvah

Sun, 30 May 2010 14:01:25 GMT

She led an Erev Shabbat (Friday evening) service leading all her guests in prayer for Shabbat. Reform Judaism permits Torah to be read Erev Shabbat and so she chanted her Torah parsha and taught all about the ancient texts for this week's Torah portion. What made her ceremony more personalized is each of her family members came up and provided their own personal blessings. We laughed, we had tears of joy, but most importantly we celebrated this time honored tradition as she became a Bat Mitzvah.

Jake becomes a Bar Mitzvah

Mon, 24 May 2010 17:33:21 GMT

Mazel Tov to Jake for becoming a Bar Mitzvah on Shabbat Naso. He lead his Shabbat Havdalah Service like a true leader.

Donate to Rabbi's Discretionary Fund

Tue, 18 May 2010 17:26:56 GMT

Rabbi Andrea Frank's Discretionary Fund assists those seeking to donate for her services

Erev Shavuot - Jewish Holiday in May 2010

Tue, 18 May 2010 16:04:42 GMT

Erev Shavuot tonight- Shavuot commemorates the anniversary of the day God gave the Torah to the entire Israelite nation assembled at Mount Sinai I know, I know what your asking, " so what do I do with this information and really, a Jewish holiday in the month of May?" (smiles) It is customary to stay up the entire first night of Shavu'ot and study Torah, then pray as early as possible in the morning. Not into that...Then, it is customary to eat a dairy meal at least once during Shavu'ot. Well that is simple to do. Put away those steaks for tonight. Why eat dairy you ask? it is a reminder of the promise regarding the land of Israel, a land flowing with milk and honey. Enjoy, Rabbi Andrea Frank

Plan Your Wedding Ceremony with Rabbi Andrea Frank

Tue, 18 May 2010 02:43:15 GMT

Let Rabbi Andrea Frank customize by personalizing your ceremony that fits the two of you. Contact the Jewish Wedding Rabbi.

Mom and Dad, Always and Forever In my Heart.

Mon, 03 May 2010 02:22:58 GMT

I think of you both every day and start each morning with your picture in front of me. You were the best parents; always approving and devoted completely

Marriage Rites

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 03:32:59 GMT

Dear Rabbi, I have 2 Questions: 1. What is the prayer recited when the groom is about to break the glass? 2. If a couple is not being married by

Rent a Chuppah?

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:12:27 GMT

Rabbi Andrea Frank, the Jewish wedding Rabbi is considering to Rent a Chuppah with personal service of set up on your wedding day. Do you need to Rent a Chuppah? Are you in the New York area, tri-state area, within a 50 mile radius? Email Rabbi Andrea and let her know your needs.

Civil Ceremony, Spiritual Ceremony, Jewish Ceremony

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:09:10 GMT

Civil Wedding Ceremony, Spiritual Wedding Ceremony, Jewish Wedding Ceremony Rabbi Andrea Frank is available to officiate your wedding ceremony. Lets have a wedding!

Project Ack Ack with Regis and Kelly

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 14:38:20 GMT

The Live with Regis and Kelly Show will plan a Jewish Wedding Richard Ackerman known on the show as Project Ack Ack. Regis and Kelly have been playing matchmaker and hope in the near future that Richard has found his match. This Jewish Wedding Rabbi will be honored to officiate Richard and his bride for his under the Chuppah, the wedding canopy Jewish wedding ceremony. When that day arrives, we will wish a hearty Mazel Tov to Richard. All the best as you find your beshert (soul mate).

Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur?

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 14:15:30 GMT

My Question: Can you get married on the Sunday between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur? Thank you. Dear Bride and Groom-to-be, Thank you for your question.

Chuppah

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 13:54:10 GMT

My Question: In the most Orthodox, what is the proper size of a Chuppah? Thank you. Dear G. Allen, Thank you for your question. The traditional size

A Livingroom Jewish Wedding is Possible!

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 03:37:44 GMT

You can have a Livingroom wedding when you have a nice size space for either a home or a Condo. Rabbi Andrea experienced just that on Central Park South in New York City. The groom was escorted by his parents, the bride was escorted by a family friend (parents unable to travel). They both beamed as they stood next to each other to receive their marriage blessings. The best man (groom's brother) held the rings and the Groom's father blessed his children on their wedding day by wrapping them in the traditional tallit. They drank the wine, exchanged their Jewish wedding vows and spoke special words from heart to heart. Since there was enough space for 70 guests, a travel catering company set up the catered reception as all other locations are deemed for such occasions. A five piece band set up in the corner providing the music for all to enjoy and celebrate with the bride and groom. The Chuppah, the wedding canopy, symbolism for the couples first home. How fitting that their wedding ceremony took place in their first real home. G-d was present in blessings and his light beamed through the windows upon the couple as they were joined in their martial union as one. An honor to bless another couple in marriage in their home that welcomed all as Abraham. Mazel Tov!

Destination Wedding Marriage Laws

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 14:06:09 GMT

Planning a Destination Wedding can be dream like, magical and a wonderful way to have a wedding. When planning a wedding, the most important detail of your marriage being deemed legal should not be put on the back burner while the pretty details of your day take the lead. Separation of Church and State - this defines simply as your marriage by law needs to be legal and recorded. Religious ceremonies are not making your marriage legal, it is blessing your marriage by G-d. The legal part will always be the signing of your Marriage License by those that have the authority to sign. Marriage Laws for each country can create a huge headache for a couple. When you are not a resident of that country, you need to research and learn how your marriage can become legal. Mexico Marriage Laws - a huge headache. Sky rocket legal fees, blood tests, required days in the country and legal marriage by a Judge in Mexico. Canada - Your wedding officiant needs to be sponsored by an Appointed Governing Official for a temporary license to legalize your marriage. Very difficult to obtain. Over $300.00 to apply for your unsigned Marriage License. Caribbean Islands - each Island has different laws. Do your research. France - very difficult, very time consuming. As one Groom put it, "I thought I was putting together my life history since birth" Well, you get the picture. What is the solution for a destination wedding out of the United States. It is simple, it is headache free, and the marriage license application fee is minimal. Answer: You legalize your marriage in the United States at your local Marriage county office. Or with your wedding officiant if in the same city. The same wedding officiant you are planning to fly to your destination wedding location. If not in the same city, the local judge as part of the marriage county office. Before you say how unromantic - a few couples expressed it was easy and did not feel truly married until they walked down the aisle and received their blessings for marriage under the Chuppah at their Jewish wedding ceremony. Do your research, plan wisely and you can have a beautiful dreamy destination wedding under the Chuppah. Mazel Tov!

Processional Wedding Music for Jewish Wedding Ceremonies

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:13:41 GMT

Processional wedding music selections for Jewish wedding ceremonies are beautiful selections to walk to and from the Chuppah

Purim - Who is Behind the Mask

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 22:59:37 GMT

Rabbi Andrea's Seimi-Homemade Purim Hamanstaschen Recipe.

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:54:04 GMT

Oh No! Purim is this weekend. Every year you say you will make the Hamantaschen and every year you wind up not making them at all, but buying them in the store. What fun is that? Purim is a holiday of fun, so have fun and an easy way with less time making the Hamantaschen and more fun enjoying them.

Rabbi Andrea's Seimi-Homemade Hamanstaschen Recipe.
I only borrowed the title from Sandra Lee on Food Network, not the recipe.

Products to Pick Up at the Supermarket:

Pillsbury readymade pie crusts
Jelly in a jar Blackberry, apricot (yum)
Walnuts

The Semi-Homemade Hamantaschen Easy Recipe for fun:

Pillsbury readymade pie crusts.
Take the dough out of the box place on wax paper or cutting board
Take a small juice glass, turn upside down onto dough, and use to cut out circles.
As many circles as you can make in the pie crusts. Use all the dough.
You may need 2 boxes of pie crusts or 3 boxes depending how many you are making for in your household

Dough Circles

A teaspoon of jelly
A few pieces of walnuts
All in the middle of the circle
Pinch 3-corners of the circle to create a triangle cookie in the shape of Hamans hat.
Crack an egg; mix with a fork, brush a little on the cookie part
Bake for 10 minutes on 350 or until the cookie (aka pie crust) is golden brown

Not quite a cookie, not quite a pie - but it is still a Hamantaschen for Purim this weekend.

It is still the shape of the Haman's Hat. Make some noise with your Purim Gragger!

Don't knock Semi-Homemade - Look how Sandra Lee made a name for herself on the Food Network!

Friday Night Jewish Wedding Ceremony

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:51:54 GMT

Q: I am thinking about having a Friday night ceremony and reception, but have not booked it yet. It would be about 6:30pm in the summer, before sunset-

New & Exciting Slide Show of Rabbi Andrea's Special Ceremonies Shared with You

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 05:39:29 GMT

Each and every wedding couple, Bar Mitzvah, Bat Mitzvah student, Hebrew Naming of the young children are special to Rabbi Andrea Frank. New slide show video can be viewed now on the home page. What a Blessing!
What an Honor!
What a Mitzvah!

The Jewish Wedding Rabbi Guide On Jewish Ceremony Customs & Life Cycles

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 05:32:45 GMT

The Jewish Wedding Rabbi Guide On Jewish Ceremony Customs & Life Cycles

Mezinka Dance

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:06:22 GMT

Where can I get the written music for the Mezinka dance to give to the band for our daughter's wedding. Thank you. Dear Parent of the Bride, Thank you

Contact Rabbi Andrea Frank, the Jewish Wedding Rabbi for Life Cycle Ceremonies

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:41 GMT

Contact Rabbi Andrea Frank, the Jewish Wedding Rabbi guides you every step of the way for your Jewish wedding, Bar Mitzvah, Bat Mitzvah, Baby Naming Ceremony and other Life Cycle Ceremonies

Ask the Rabbi

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 23:54:53 GMT

Ask the Rabbi on Judaism. Judaism and all faiths is an identity. What you do with that identity is your choice. Do you need assistance... Ask the Rabbi

Conservative vs Orthodox

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 02:56:40 GMT

Hi I was wondering if it is 'kosher' according to Orthodox Law, Halakha (Jewish Law) to have a male Conservative Rabbi conduct the ceremony, would