Elvira,
You have the perfect formula for the perfect B’Nai Mitzvah!!! Zach and Sydney both said it was an incredible night that they will never forget!! Our guests are still raving about the evening!
Thank you for all you have done!! We are still flying from the evening! The kids are as thrilled as we are! We had so much fun!!! Everyone, kids and adults had the best time!! You are amazing!!!
The Kushel Family – Randolph, NJ
12/3/11
Elvira,
Three weeks have passed and we are still receiving calls, emails, letters….it just hasn’t stopped! The party was amazing. From 1 year old to 93, from beginning to the end, the fun just never stopped. I have never seen anything like it nor did anyone that attended.
Our son, had the time of his life and so did everyone else …we have all the pictures to prove it.
Friends of ours have spent 10x the money and couldn’t touch what you put on for us! It was everything you said it would be and more.
We thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Doreen and Gary Cortell – Stamford, CT
11/23/2011
Hi Elvira,
Thank you so much for making such a beautiful experience for Corey’s Bar-Mitzvah. Not living close, not knowing the DJ and never have attended a Bar-Mitzvah at SPACE, we were understandably very nervous. Well, you pulled it off!! Your insight, creativity and ability to put it all together and to create an unbelievable party was amazing!!
I don’t know who had more fun, the kids or the adults! Everyone had a blast! Food was excellent and the decor was incredible. You guys definitely know how to throw a fantastic party!
Ellen Goldstein
11/19/11 – Manalapan,NJ
Dear Elvira,
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for making Kayla’s Bat Mitzvah a success. The room looked amazing, the centerpieces and tables were perfect and most of all everyone had an amazing time. The DJ got everyone out on the dance floor and Kayla truly felt like the center of attention. This is by far the easiest party I have ever planned; one phone call was all it took!!! I did not have to worry about anything except having fun!!! Thanks again for a night we will remember forever.
Randi Silvermintz -Suffern, NY
11/13/11
Dear Elvira, Sydney’s Bat Mitzvah Celebration was everything and more than we expected! The centerpieces and the room was set up so beautifully for her. She and her guests had an amazing time and the kids could not stop thanking us for this “COOL” party. The adults equally had as good of a time. The food and the entertainment was great. Thank you again for all that you did to help celebrate our beautiful daughter’s BatMitzvah. With much appreciation,
Jamie & Steve Dranow – Rockland County, NY
10-16-11
Hi Elvira,
Corey’s Bar Mitzvah was great!!! The party was beautiful, the room looked gorgeous! Thank you very much for everything you did! I know everyone had a great time! Thanks so much!
Love ya,
Jodi – Montville, NJ
Dear Elvira,
My entire family wants thank you for the fantastic job that you and the whole Space Odyssey USA team did for our son’s Bar Mitzvah celebration!
This was our second party in 18 months with you @ Space Odyssey and it went off without a hitch. The decoration, the food, the atmosphere were all great!
All or our guests had a great time and no one wanted to leave. You made everything so easy and we’re booking our party #3 with you again. See you in 2013!
The Habers – Upper Saddle River, NJ
Dear Elvira! – Everything was wonderful!! Our guests are still raving about the food (especially the sea bass and the sushi) and all said that they had a great time at Ethan’s BarMitzvah!I got many compliments on my party planning skills, but I had to tell them it was all you! Diana was lovely during the party– so helpful- as was all the staff. People who have been to Space Odyssey USA before also commented on how nice all your improvements are. Thank you for an amazing party!!
Marilyn Okoshi – Demarest,NJ
9/17/11
Elvira, our deepest thanks to you and everyone at Space Odyssey for an incredible party! Everything was top notch from the food to the entertainment, to the venue itself! The setup of the main party room was beautiful; the Sushi bar was a hit as were the gazpacho shots (great idea!)
One of Jake’s friends said, “This place is AWESOME, all the other parties this year are going to blow next to this one!”
Thank you for making my son Jake so very happy, we’ll see you 2014 for Ethan’s Bar Mitzvah!
Philip Melville – Scotch Plains, NJ
9/10/11
Dear Elvira,
Thank you so much for helping us make Matthew’s BarMitzvhah so very so very memorable. Everything was great!!! The food, the entertainment and the décor were all A+! The kids had a blast while the adults were able to relax and enjoy the party!
Best,
Lauren & John Saraceno – Ridgewood, NJ
9/10/11
Dear Elvira,
OMG it was amazing, a dream come true!! Everyone loved and were blown away by the decorations. They kept asking me who did the décor. I explained it’s the best because you take care of everything. Thank you again it was the “perfect” party. People are still talking about how awesome the party was. You did such an amazing job!
Love, Alana – Englewood, NJ
9/1/11
Dear Elvira,
On behalf of my family and myself, thank you for truly one of the most beautiful and memorable nights of our lives. The Bar mitzvah was a huge success! Jordan had such a wonderful time. Your attention to detail was superb and beyond anything we had discussed during the planning process. The presentation of the food was breath taking. Your staff was friendly and helpful. I also loved that you were there to see that everything went smoothly. It meant a lot to us. My guests cannot stop talking about this amazing night. Space Odyssey will be long remembered and recommended by our friends and family. It has been a pleasure doing business with you.
Sincerely,
Helayne and Ted Taub – Marlboro, NJ
8/29/11
Dear Elvira and Jim,
WOW!! We cannot thank you enough for the fabulous party! It was more than we ever expected. We really appreciate all the extra efforts. Our guests loved the venue & Ross’ BarMitzvhah truly ROCKED!!!
With Love,
Bonnie and David Bernstein– Morganville, NJ
6/18/11
Dear Elvira and Jim,
Richard’s Bar Mitzvah was truly wonderful & SPACE was really transformed!
All my friends and family have been calling and telling me what a fabulous party it was. You really made it come together and exceeded our expectations. Richard had the best bar Mitzvah.
Thank you,
Gloria & Edward Nelson Tenefly, NJ
6/11/11
Elvira, the feedback from Justin’s BarMitzvah is outrageous!!!!! I have gotten an enormous amount of emails about how everyone had the greatest time, décor incredible, food AMAZING and every attention to detail was not missed. Justin got messages on Facebook “BEST PARTY” of their lives!!! Even in my wildest dreams, never expected this reaction!!! Phone calls don’t stop – all raving about the high energy, nobody sat around, food, entertainment – they have never been to a party like it!! So unique!! SPACE rocked and was truly beautiful!!I Can’t thank you and your staff enough! The whole thing was a dream and over in ten minutes for me!!!!
Thank you Elvira from the bottom of my heart for making my dreams come true! Love,
Jill & Howie Butterman West Nyack, NY
6/4/11
Jordan’s Bat Mitzvah was just fantastic! She had the best night of her life!!! You did an amazing job decorating…Jordan loved it all. Every day I am getting emails and phone calls about the event. I have even had parents, who I don’t really know call me to let me know how their child was just beaming when they got home (at 1am!!) I hope you get a lot of business from us. Please use us as references. Thank you for coming through for us!!
XO, Bonnie, Andy, Jordan & Benjamin
Bedford, NY
5/14/11
Dear Elvira, Brandon’s Bar Mitzvah was amazing from start to finish. We have received so much positive feedback from our guests about DJ Charlie, the food, the decor, and the service. There was something to do for everyone. One of our guests summed it up by saying “It was great fun for the kids and done so elegantly for the adults.” Thank you for making it such a special day in Brandon’s life.
Robin & Brandon
Glen Rock, NJ
5/14/11
Thank you so much for an amazing party!!! Michelle’s Bat Mitzvah party was everything we dreamed of and more! Your dedication to your clients is exceptional. We are very happy with the entire experience. Thank you for making it stress free. Everything was just perfect! The entertainment, food and service were excellent. Huge thank you to everyone at Space Odyssey for making our party a success!
Rita, Eddie & Michelle
Fort Lee, NJ
5/8/11
Thank you so much for pulling off a perfect Bat Mitzvah celebration for our daughters, Alex and Zoe! You were truly wonderful during the planning stages, and really got our girls excited and involved in the process. Once we and our guests arrived, it was one big smile after another. Your staff was enthusiastic and entirely cooperative, your entertainment crew kept things moving from beginning to end, and we all just had a blast. David and I have been getting a continuous stream of compliments from our friends about the event, and we couldn’t have been happier. It was a treat for us that the only thing we had to think about that day was enjoying ourselves with our guests. If any of our friends ever need a venue for a special event, we will certainly recommend Space Odyssey to them, as a stress-free and hugely entertaining venue!
Emily, David, Alex and Zoe
Chatham, NJ
5/7/11
“What a long, strange trip it’s been” says the famous Grateful Dead. The end of the road was awesome. Our guests had a great time. “Best party ever,”said the kids! The food was terrific, the staff was very accommodating, we all had fun. DJ Charlie rocked the house! Thanks to Jim and Elvira for helping to make our son Jake’s Bar Mitzvah so memorable.
Sharon & Brian Purzak Rockaway, NJ
4/17/11
Elvira we all want to thank you and your wonderful staff for making Charlotte and Abigail’s Bat Mitzvah party perfect in every way. Since it was our second Bat Mitzvah party with you, we were totally confident that it would be a great time, but it really was above and beyond. All of the folks at Space Odyssey were professional, attentive and committed to every guest having a blast. The food was great, the space was gorgeous, kids and adults all had an amazing time, and Charlotte and Abigail’s only regret is that it is over.
Marcy Lefkovitz Millburn, NJ
4/2/11
Elvira,
Awesome party! Many many thanks for making the evening so amazing. Everything was great and I’ve received a lot of compliments. Jessica was very happy. Much appreciated.Xo,
Debbie Kaplan, Tenafly, NJ
1/29/11
Dear Elvira,
The party was amazing!! You’re staff was incredible! Thank you again for everything!!! Saturday night was amazing!! Way above what we expected… Your staff were all exceptional.
Jeffrey & Esty Herskowitz, Cedarhust, NY
1/1/11
Thank you Elvira for an amazing party! Everything was great!! The adults and kids both had an amazing time!! We are so thankful that everything worked out so well!!
Erik & Beth Sherr, Livingston, NJ
12/19/10
Dear Elvira,
When I booked my daughters BatMitzvah with you 2 years ago, I knew what others have not…Space Odyssey is THE PLACE to have a high-end party! My daughter, Heather-Rae had the “the time of her life”! Elvira, you & Charlie and Space Odyssey team did an outstanding job of making Heather-Rae’s party a huge success! The place looked amazing; I did not have to worry about anything. Charlie, the MC had all the kids dancing; his boundless energy was contagious. I can’t say enough about the party. Elvira and Charlie – you are both magnificent!
Margery, Ted and Heather-Rae Goldfarb
12/11/10
Elvira,
Thanks again for everything! It was a great party last weekend. You delivered on everything you had promised. Our son’s friends were telling him that David’s BarMitzvah was THE party of the year! The kids had such a great time. So glad we had our party at Space Odyssey USA! Best,
Rachel Simon, NYC
12/5/10
Hi Charlie and Elvira,
Thank you for a wonderful party. We really appreciate all that you did to make the day a huge success!!
Amy Stuart, Berkley Heights, NJ
11/27/10
Dear Elvira,
What an Amazing Day!!! Our Bar Mitzvah last weekend was AMAZING. Everyone, young and old, had a fabulous time. Elvira, you made everything so easy!!!!! The week before the BM everyone asked if I was stressed and I said “No” as you were taking care of everything. The day of the event was everything we ever dreamed of. THANK YOU!!!!!
Lauren and Daniel, NYC
11/13/10
Dear Elvira and Jim,
We can’t thank you enough. Ben’s Bar Mitzvah was the BEST PARTY EVER! All of Ben’s friends had a blast, and our friends and family did too. Everyone is still talking about how fantastic the party was! Charlie and your staff made Ben feel like the King of the World. The sushi lounge was a huge hit! We couldn’t be happier. Thanks so much for everything.
Eileen and Ed Feldsott, Ridgewood, NJ
11/13/10
Charlie,
Bravo!!! I just wanted to take a moment and let you know how truly outstanding you and your entire staff was at Madoc’s Bar Mitzvah celebration on Sunday evening! You were all professional, fun and so talented, and knew just how to make the party work. You are so great with the kids, your DJ knew exactly what music to play and you dancers were absolutely inspirational. Madoc’s entrance was grand as he had requested. You kept the pace perfect for the fun and the candle-lighting. Your break dancers were fabulous and the kids adored them. The Zap shots were great, and receiving the CD at the end of the party was perfect. Madoc downloaded the entire CD onto his Facebook account and all his friends tagged themselves and are using the photos as their default photos. I look forward to seeing you at my niece’s Bat Mitzvah next year. Feel free to use me as a reference any time. Thanks so much,
Glynis, Franklin Lakes
10/31/10
Dear Elvira,
You are such an inspiration!! I’m forever grateful for the fabulous party you threw for my daughter’s sweet 16!! She had an incredible evening. From the bottom of my heart, thank you!!!
Andrea Doyle, Paramus,NJ
10/29/10
Dear Elvira,
Jake’s Bar Mitzvah was a blast! This was the third for me & Having it at Space Odyssey was by far the best of the three. You went above and beyond to make Jake’s party the best ever!! Everything was perfect from the decor, lightening, food, DJ Charlie. Our friends and relatives are still talking about it! We had a tremendous time & thank you for being most wonderful!! Love,
Maria, Rich, Lauren, Matt and Jake Schank, Warren, NJ
10/16/10
Dear Elvira,
Just wanted to let you know how great everything was last night. Adam’s Bar Mitzvah party was absolutely fantastic. We have already gotten dozens of phone calls from friends and family thanking us for the time they had at Space Odyssey. I know SO has had some bumps in the road recently and we were a little concerned (to say the least). However, you told us to have faith and you totally delivered. Charlie rocked the place and John was masterful in the kitchen…I wish you and your staff success in the future (because we have another affair to schedule for Hailey). Love,
Michael & Ilene Schwartz, West Nyack, NY
10/09/10
Elvira, we never doubted you for a minute! You assured us that all will be well and you exceeded our expectations! Your staff was on top of it all. Thank you so much for making our B’nai Mitzvah for our twins perfect!
Howard & Felicia Landman, Woodcliff Lake, NJ
10/02/10
Dear Elvira,
We were beyond thrilled with our party that you did for us @ Space Odyssey!!! We didn’t have to do a thing!! All we did was show up and enjoy our party!!! You really took care of everything from soup to nuts!! We put total trust in you and you came through!!! We so appreciate all that you did to make our son’s Bar Mitzvah such a success!!!! So many of my guests have said that it was the best party they have been to. Thanks for all that you did.
Rise & Marc Robbins, Scarsdale, NY
09/05/10
The party was perfect! I wouldn’t change a thing! Everybody said that it was like Hollywood production.
Yona Family, Tenafly, NJ
November 7, 2009
Last night was awesome! What a great party. I can’t thank you enough for making it so memorable. The aerialist was the best. It blew me away! My friends couldn’t get over how amazing the place looked! Thank you again.
Michele Horowitz, Closter, NJ
October 10, 2009
Thanks so much for a wonderful evening. The place looked amazing. Our guests were blown away!!!
Wolpov Family, Mountain Lakes, NJ
October 3, 2009
I wanted the “Wow” factor and you delivered. Thank you for a great party. Our friends are still talking about the Chilean sea bass and lamb chops. It was fun working with you.
Paul and Rachelle Danto, Fair Lawn, NJ
September 12, 2009
I wanted to thank you and your staff for doing such a great job for Jason’s Bar Mitzvah. Sabrina and I and especially Jason had a great time last night. I can’t tell you how many of our guests told us it was one of the best Bar Mitzvah’s they ever attended! It’s certainly refreshing to deal with someone who not only delivers on her promises but goes beyond. You and Sabrina, Kathiya and everyone else involved, made Jason’s Bar Mitzvah celebration a night he will never forget and made us older folks feel like kids again. Thanks,
Kraus Family, Palisades, NY
September 12, 2009
I just wanted to extend a big “thank you” to you and your entire team. The party celebrating Jason’s bar mitzvah was incredible!!!! You did a terrific job. It was a party not soon to be forgotten. People were blown away by the environment you created!! It was outstanding and again so very memorable. It exceeded our expectations in so many ways. In short, the party “rocked” and it was in no small part due to the mood you set (which was quite contagious). The energy, attention to detail, willingness to go the extra mile and professionalism are attributes in short supply. Each played a key role in helping to make this such a fun-filled event. At bottom, our son, Jason, was thrilled. The party was exactly what he wanted and more! Of course, I was more than certain that with you as the “orchestra leader”that no stone would go unturned and everything would come together perfectly. Again, many thanks for making this such a special party. All the best,
Isaacs Family, Tenafly, NJ
September 12, 2009
We truly had a beautiful party and you all did an amazing job! Elvira, you are a terrific person and I appreciate all you did for us!
Benson Family, Montville, NJ
September 5, 2009
Thank you so much for everything!!! It was Jamie’s dream come true!!
Sharon Herenstein, Teaneck, NJ
June 21, 2009
We really could not have asked for more!!! Thank you, Thank you!!! What it all boils down to is the never ending smile on Paige’s face. That was priceless to us!!! She loved it!!! We hope to come back as guests and experience the wonderful time all our friends and family had. The phone did not stop ringing. Should not be a surprise to you! This comment that was made to me during the party really says it all “It is like a sensory overload”. From a corporate planners perspective the biggest thing I noticed was the amount of staff and service that you had. If something was needed did not have to look far to find it or someone who could take care of it. Thanks again and let’s talk soon. P.S. Alex, my younger one is asking if we can book his Bar Mitzvah with you.
Lisa & David Schutzer, Morganville, NJ
June 13, 2009
We wanted you to know that last night couldn’t have been better! We can’t stop talking about all of the amazing touches you added to ensure our night was the most amazing event we could imagine. Everything was sooo appreciated! It all went so fast…we really enjoyed working with you. these past few months! Alexa is beaming today!!! xoxo
Jamie & Jonathan Mach, Montville, NJ
June 6, 2009
Thanks for everything! You did a great job! We had a great time – what a great place to have a party!!! The paintball area was a blast!
Sarah Sultan Health Care, Corporate
Thank you for hosting our annual store party to appreciate the good and hard work that makes our store so successful!! Everyone that attended had a great time!!! Laser tag was awesome, bowling was fun, and the food was wonderful! Thanks for working with us to provide a great fun experience for my well deserving crew.
Tim Dougherty, Trader Joe’s
Last night was awesome! Everyone loved the night and some even said it was better then the first event we held elsewhere, which is great. We look forward to many more events at Space Odyssey USA!!! Thanks again!
Al Schmidberger, Ernst & Young
I just wanted to thank you and everyone at Space Odyssey for a great evening! It was truly a wonderful event and I have received many compliments from those who attended. You and the entire staff were great to work with. Everyone was very helpful and extremely nice which made putting the event together and having it run so smoothly even more enjoyable. I hope we can do more with Space Odyssey in the future! Thank you again! It was great.
Susan Kapeller, Staples Business Advantage
I just wanted to write you a letter of appreciation and gratitude for planning one of the most wonderful days I’ve ever had. At first, It all seemed so impossible to plan, but you made it that much easier. The party was everything I had imagined and more. From the decorations , to the music and food, it was all perfect. My friends all loved my party in the end, but most of all, I loved it too. I’d also like to thank Elvira for making such a wonderful party place and the DJ and cook for adding the finishing touches. Thank you all so much, but most of all, thank you Kathiya for the best party ever! Sincerely,
Angelica Raymondi, Corporate Events
My husband and I would like to thank you for the amazing service that was provided for us at our daughter’s sweet sixteen. She had an amazing time. Our guests also enjoyed every moment of the party and many of them are looking into having their own events at Space Odyssey USA. The music was fabulous and the food was delicious we couldn’t have asked for anything better. The kids couldn’t stop telling our daughter how much fun they had. We couldn’t have asked for a better place or an even better staff. Thanks for Everything and Job Well Done!
Yolanda & Robert Mercado
I wanted to thank you for making my son’s birthday so special. All our guests loved it, Barney was great and even took pictures with everybody!
Alex and Irina Perchuk
You were 100% right, it exceeded our expectations. Our friends and family are still raving about the venue and the party. Thank you again for everything.
Apurv Agrawal
Both Starr and I can’t thank you all enough for the absolutely fantastic job! Elvira and Jim, your vision for creating the most incredible venue to host parties for kids and adults of all ages has become a first class reality. Samantha and Nathaniel continue to thank me for giving them the best party of their lives! Both of them were so thrilled to have their party at Space Odyssey. We thank the both of you from the bottom of our hearts for going over and beyond to make sure we made the right decision booking both of our parties with you!!! Both of you were an absolute pleasure to work with. Much love and many thanks,
Michael and Starr Konikow, Old Tappan, NJ
I simply cannot put into words how absolutely spectacular Kevin’s Bar Mitzvah was this weekend. The party was beyond my wildest dreams from the minute we all walked in to Space Odyssey USA through the last dance. The service was over the top, the venue was incredible, the music and food couldn’t have been better…it really was a party that dreams are made of. Thank you and to your entire Space Odyssey staff for pulling off the party that truly was “out of this world”!!! Much love and thanks,
Susan and Artie Grossbard, Livingston, NJ
Again, words cannot express the gratitude to you we have for throwing an unbelievable party! Not only is the Englewood community talking about the transformation of Space Odyssey, but my friends from Manhattan as well! Your staff was incredible too! Thanks again for a great party! The flow and ambiance were unreal – people cannot stop telling me about it. Thank you again for helping to make Amanda’s bat mitzvah so special and fun!!!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! Love,
Beth Haimm
You truly change the world not just one party at a time but one mitzvah at a time 
. We are truly inspired and enriched by your friendship!!!!!! With much love and thanks,
Chana & Zev Reichman and the kids!!!!!
It was the most perfect night!! All the kids are still talking about it. The room looked so beautiful. The staff was amazing. My family thanks you for everything!!
Beth Berns, Short Hills, NJ
We wanted to tell you how pleased we were with your venue. Everything was wonderful, as expected. The food, decor and everyone who works @ Space Odyssey USA was so helpful and efficient. Drew and everyone had a great time!!! Thanks for everything!!!
Barry & Amy Farbstein, Springfield, NJ
Words cannot express how happy we were that we chose to have our son’s Bar Mitzvah at Space Odyssey! We worked together on everything and you and your staff was there for us every step of the way. Space Odyssey looked like a NYC night club for both the adults and kids!!! The DJ was awesome, the placed looked “over the top”, and the food was “to die for” – It all came together. All of my guests were so overwhelmed and completely surprised at what we had pulled off…you were all right; the Bar Mitzvah was beyond my greatest expectations!!! The party went off without a hitch, and we have you all to thank for it!!! We will, (and have), recommended Space Odyssey to anyone and everyone! We were truly touched by how caring all of your staff was. They made us feel like we were the most important party that they ever had. It was such a positive experience for us, and we know that they will make everyone feel the same way. Thank you again for all of your support and comfort over the past 6 months. We miss not speaking to you everyday, (a million times), as we have developed such a nice friendship. It was truly a pleasure working with all of you, we can’t wait until our next son’s Bar Mitzvah Love,
Cheryl Metzger, Morganville, NJ
