Chelsea Piers Connecticut
Young guests who appreciate sports will enjoy celebrating at Chelsea Piers Connecticut. The festivities begin with either an Adventure Center Party focusing on gymnastics or a Sports Lovers Party that includes a host of games from dodgeball to relay races to basketball. There’s also a long list of other activities perfect for your young guests. Don’t worry that you’ll have to supervise; your package includes a sports facilitator. Then move on to dinner and dancing in the venue’s 4,000 sq. ft. LOFT. Adults can enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres on the mezzanine while kids dance below. An array of menu options (Kosher is available) can be discussed with Chelsea Piers Connecticut’s exclusive catering partner, Nikki Glekas Events (NGE). The activity package is completely optional as some families may prefer celebrating with just dinner and dancing in the LOFT. No matter what you prefer, the pros at Chelsea Piers Connecticut can help you customize you event. Chelsea Piers Connecticut, 1 Blachley Road, Stamford, Conn. 203-989-1005. event
iPic Theaters
Upscale movie theater iPic in Rivertowns Square in Dobbs Ferry has made its name as an affordable luxury experience, providing guests the feeling of being in a stylish hotel or lounge. The venue includes eight theaters as well as the City Perch Kitchen + Bar restaurant. Theaters offer leather seating, in cinema dining and a full-service bar. Purchase a Premium Plus ticket and enjoy reclining leather seats, pillows, blankets, popcorn and personal call buttons to summon servers. iPic auditoriums and private event spacing in the City Perch Kitchen + Bar are available for bar/bat mitzvah celebrations. Reserve an auditorium for your event and utilize a movie screen to show personal graphics, short clips, slide shows or a movie. Some guests reserve a theater and include special Hollywood star flooring customized with their children’s name. iPic Theaters, 1 Livingstone Ave., Dobbs Ferry. 914-348-7002. Ipict
Life … The Place To Be
An industrial building converted into NYC-style loft space, Life … The Place To Be is the perfect spot for families craving a cutting-edge venue with an array of on-site activities. With customizable floor plans and more than 29,000 square feet, this venue can handle parties of 400+ guests. Flexible floor plans have played host to Hollywood Oscar-style themed celebrations to recreating an actual basketball court so guests can shoot hoops after dancing the hora. Teens can also enjoy an on-site rock climbing wall, laser tag, arcade games and bowling. Delectable catering by Abigail Kirsch rounds out some of the sophisticated offerings at this hot spot. Life … The Place To Be, 2 Lawrence St., Arsdley. 914-591-4400. lifet
The Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club
Overlooking Long Island Sound, the Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club is a stunning venue for your child’s bar or bat mitzvah. The venue is capable of hosting parties of between 100 and 400 guests. And they offer a wide range of possibilities, from an elaborate cocktail hour and sit-down dinner to something more casual. They can even accommodate separate areas for a more kid-themed party and adult party simultaneously. Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club helps families create a one-of-a-kind, custom affair. They can incorporate just about any theme you and your child can come up with. Let them know your vision and they build it from there. Probably the Club’s biggest attraction, however, is the private beach. Some bar and bat mitzvah’s have selected the grand ending package that includes a bonfire on the beach with s’mores bar for the kids, or they can select to have an ice cream bar. Here’s an idea why not celebrate your child’s bar or bat mitzvah with a Tiki Beach party? Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club, 555 S. Barry Ave., Mamaroneck. 914-698-1130. mamro
Ann Mc Govern is a frequent contributor to Westchester Family.
