By COLlive reporter
Thirteen years of fun and inspiration, sessions of discussion and self-discovery at Bat Mitzvah Club-Vienna calls for a celebration.
The Bat Mitzvah Club – Vienna commenced with a very small group of seven girls. “In the early years, it was challenging to convince the parents how crucial it is to strengthen the young girls both emotionally and socially,” says Shlucha Shterni Gruzman.
The Club provides them with an outlet and offers them an opportunity to grow in every aspect. Monthly meetings are geared to the interests of the bat mitzvah age with topics and activities that are worth joining for have been attracting girls throughout the years.
The BMC International program and curriculum professionally created and written by Esty Frimerman of Crown Heights are brilliant and the most informative fun-filled lessons and activities any leader can wish for, Mrs. Gruzman said.
Celebrating Bar Mitzvah is a milestone and most definitely a time to contemplate on the past.
Bat Mitzvah Club – Vienna has celebrated its’ Bar Mitzvah with a trip to Israel. The members have enjoyed ten days traveling from the south to the north, visiting many attractions and holy sites.
The Club boasts approximately 25 members from 7 different schools in the city. Parents register their daughters for about a year in advance showing great interest and enthusiasm.
“As the leader of the Vienna Chapter of the BMC International, I can truly recommend this exceptional program for all shluchos worldwide. It is also a magical key to bond with your own community on a very special level,” Mrs. Gruzman said.