BARK MITZVAH: A celebration of our furry friends

Bark Mitzvah is back! Grab your fuzzy companions and join us for this chance to show your appreciation and gratitude to your doggy friend. We’ll have treats for our 4 and 2-legged guests, games, and activities for the whole family, and opportunities to participate in service learning projects and donate to the community’s animal shelters. Celebrate your best fur-iend with a memorable day of fun and community. For more information, visit lfjcc.org/barkmitzvah.

Sunday, November 10 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm • Price: Free admission
Location: Liberty Station Park • 2455 Cushing Road San Diego, CA 92106 

 

So what’s a Bark Mitzvah? 

In Jewish tradition, a B'nai Mitzvah (Son/Daughter of the Commandment) represents a ceremonial recognition that a young person, 12 or 13 years old, has reached the age when they transition into Jewish adulthood. A Bark Mitzvah represents a ceremonial recognition that our FURever friend has reached a moment to celebrate their contribution to our quality of life. Throughout the pandemic (and always), our fur-friends were there to support us, a Bark Mitzvah gives us the opportunity to bless them and show our appreciation.

Please note, this event is open to pets of all sizes and breeds. We ask that your pet(s) remain on a leash. As always, please pick up after your pet(s)!  

 

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What will be happening at the Bark Mitzvah? 

Blessing of the Animals
Led by Rabbi Josh Sherwin, US Navy Chaplain, we will join together for some words of thanks and blessing over our precious pets. 

Vendor Booths
Supply your pups with some cool swag, goodies, and yummy dog treats at our vendor booths! 

Doggie Fashion Show
Get your pup ready for the spotlight with a fun fashion show! 

JCC Cares Crafting for a Cause: DIY Dog Toys & Blankets
Get creative and help us handcraft dog toys and cozy dog blankets from scratch at our JCC Cares community engagement station! All toys and blankets will be donated to The Cantu Foundation's rescue pups to provide some comfort and love while they wait for their forever homes.

San Diego Humane Society and Animal Pad Pet-Supplies Donation Drive 
The San Diego Human Society is an open-admission shelter that is creating a more humane world by inspiring compassion and advancing the welfare of animals and people. The Animal Pad is a non-profit, all breed dog rescue that focuses on saving dogs from high kill shelters and the streets of Mexico.Help supply these wonderful organizations with some much-needed supplies. Your generous donation(s) will help sustain their rescue efforts. 

Humane Society Suggested Donations:

  • Non-refrigerated pet food (new bags and cans, or opened bags in the original packaging)
  • New pet supplies (collars, litter, pee pads, flea medication, beds, brushes, treats, toys, etc.)
  • New or gently used blankets, pillow cases, flat sheets, towels (washed with no holes or stains)
  • New or gently used X-pens
  • Clean and gently used fur items (coats, shawls, etc.)
  • Cardboard box tops/trays (repurposed for disposable litter boxes)
  • Newspaper

Animal Pad suggested Donations:

  • Grain-inclusive dog food and treats (puppy & adult)
  • Collapsible metal dog crates
  • Dog & puppy toys
  • Dog beds (all sizes)
  • Leashes & martingale collars (all sizes)
  • Puppy pee pads
  • Puppy play pens

*For every item donated, you will receive a raffle ticket! 

 

Interested in Volunteering at Bark Mitzvah?

CALLING ALL PASSIONATE HELPERS! Do you love dogs? Do you love helping people? Then this call to action is for you! We welcome you as a volunteer to build community with us at this pup-tastic event! We need help with set-up, greeting guests, engaging at our community stations, and clean-up. 

Please reach out to makennas@lfjcc.org if you are interested in volunteering.