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[quote=Anonymous]I'm Jewish and not offended by the question. I'm used to the invites and the parties and services. It's new for some people. That's fine.

Please don't "just skip the boring part" as one poster said. That "boring part" is what is being celebrated. A LOT of work goes into planning for the service. If you really can't make it due to a scheduling conflict, it happens, but don't make a habit of it. Anyone can go to the service, without even RSVPing. Wear something nice - business like - a dress with a sleeve, a suit, black pants (if they're not super religious). So bring your child, it'll be nice for you both to see something new and get some insight into the culture! It's long, it's likely mostly in Hebrew. A good, community oriented shul will understand that there will be non Jews there that day and will offer some additional explanations.

The party is just for your kid, whoever is on the envelope. If it's a somewhat traditional type party in a ballroom, it's like a wedding with a DJ and dancing and tables. You can pick up at the end or try to arrange a carpool. Just part of allll the other parenting activities and events juggling. [/quote]

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