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Applying to colleges is stressful enough, but if you’re not a confident test taker, it can be downright brutal. Whether you’re taking the SAT or ACT, even the best students can succumb to the stress of test day or make mistakes. Luckily, there are plenty of resources available to help build confidence, impart test-taking strategies, […]

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Achieve Your Best Score With Some Great SAT Prep in Bellevue

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A group of girlfriends laugh while walking through a grassy field under trees at sunset
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Let’s face it: the Pacific Northwest is not known for its uninterrupted hours of warm, welcoming sunshine. But that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice a beautiful bronzed glow, especially if you have a big event or photoshoot in the near future! Sometimes, just looking like you’ve been lying out in the sun can be […]

Get a Beautiful Bronzed Glow at These Bellevue Tanning Salons

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Details basketball themed event tables set up for a Mitzvah

When it comes to a Jewish event, there’s one thing on which everyone can all agree – the food has to be good. Food has always been a part of Jewish culture, and at its heart, it’s all about community and bringing people together. If you’re planning an upcoming event, be it a Mitzvah, a […]

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5 Businesses Providing Kosher Catering in Seattle For Your Event

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A group of boys in nicer clothes order drinks from a bartender at a party planned by a Mitzvah planners in Seattle
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Planning a Mitzvah is like planning a wedding, though my guess is that when you were planning a wedding, you weren’t also managing homework, an extracurricular schedule, Hebrew school, Mitzvah tutoring, and everything else that comes with a Mitzvah-aged kid. And that’s assuming you have just one! The point is, this wonderful and fulfilling time […]

How Mitzvah Planners in Seattle Can Simplify Your Event!

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Details of a table assignment 'draft" board at a Mitzvah before the Seattle Jewish Film Festival

The Jewish people have always been incredible storytellers. Whether it’s passing down stories from the Torah or sharing the hardships and triumphs of their ancestors with younger generations. Telling stories lifts people up, teaches important life lessons, and builds resilience and hope. Some of the most incredible storytellers are filmmakers who dedicate their lives to […]

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Explore the Magic of the Jewish Film Festival in Seattle

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A high school senior in jeans and yellow converse sits on a park garden barrier after some Tutoring in Bellevue
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Learning is not a one-size-fits-all journey. Everyone learns in their own unique way and is challenged by certain subjects and content that can cause a sticking point when reflected in grades. A great tutor can help provide your student with the extra support they need to feel confident in their education, setting them up for […]

Maximize Learning with 9 Great Options For Tutoring in Bellevue

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A man in a button down shirt and jeans is lifted by other men while sitting in a wooden chair thanks to Mitzvah DJs Seattle

If you’ve ever been to a wedding or a Mitzvah, and chances are you have, you know that a DJ can make or break the entire event. One minute, everyone’s out on the dance floor, and a few songs later, they’ve retreated back to their tables, cringing or bored. Especially when it comes to Mitzvahs, […]

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8 Mitzvah DJs in Seattle Creating Unforgettable Celebrations

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A teen with blue eyes sits in a garden in a blue and black tuxedo from a tux shop bellevue
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There comes a time in every young person’s life when a special occasion calls for a tuxedo. Whether it’s prom, a wedding, or a formal Mitzvah, you want to look – and feel – sharp. Maybe you’re looking to rent a tux, or perhaps the time has come to invest in one that will see […]

Discover 8 Tux Shops in Bellevue for Your Next Mitzvah or Prom!

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A teen boy dances with friends during his bar mitzvah with a Photobooth Rental Bellevue

There are some things at parties that are universally loved. Open bars, glow sticks on the dance floor, and, of course, a photo booth rental in Bellevue! There’s just something so freeing about donning a silly hat and holding a playful prop that makes you feel uninhibited in front of the camera. And it’s great […]

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Create Lasting Memories With a Photo Booth Rental in Bellevue

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A high school senior sits on a bench in a garden smiling in a green top after attending Mercer Island High School
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For nearly all your life, you’ve worked hard to get through school. From the early sight words of kindergarten to the piles of history essays senior year, you’ve devoted a lot of time to your education. Now, it’s finally time to celebrate the end of the chapter! Your senior pictures should be an outlet that […]

7 Tips for Planning Your Mercer Island High School Senior Photos

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