Chicago Bar Mitzvah Photographer
Katie S had a fantastic Saturday night party at Pinstripes in Northbrook. As a Chicago bar mitzvah photographer, I have photographed at many different venues. Between the bowling, bocce, and gorgeous party room, the guests at Pinstripes always have a great time.
And as expected, Katie S’s bat mitzvah party did not disappoint!
Before her big shindig, Katie had a beautiful bat mitzvah service at the Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation in Evanston. To see photos from the temple shoot, click here.
Before the Guests Arrived
Let the Games Begin!
The kids started off their evening with bowling and goofing around in their own dedicated space while the adults had cocktails and played bocce in a different area.
Bocce ball was a hit with the adults and littlest guests.
Speeches
As expected, the girls made the sweetest tributes to their big sister during family speeches.
Dance Party
And of course Brandon and his crew from Famos! DJ Entertainment kept the kids and adults on their feet dancing and entertained throughout the night.
I think Katie’s mom, Carrie, was as excited about the chocolate fountain as any of the kids!
As the night progressed, the kids and adults kept the energy high and the dance floor hopping!
Katie S is a very special girl. She has two moms who love her very much, her mother Carrie who adopted her and has raised her and her birth mother Mary. 
The whole family got their turn in the chair during the hora.
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Susan Ryan Kalina is a Lake County, Il, Family Photographer, Lake County, Il, Event Photographer, Chicago Bar Mitzvah Photographer, Chicago Event Photographer, Newborn Photographer, Grandparent Photographer, Day in the Life, Documentary, and Candid photographer servicing Chicago, Deerfield, Glencoe, Highland Park, Libertyville, Lake Forest, Buffalo Grove, Northbrook, and Glenview.
I started my day by meeting Katie and her family at their home while they were getting ready. After photographing Katie getting the finishing touches on her gorgeous, golden hair, Katie and I went to the temple to take some photos while her family finished getting ready.
