{Real Jewish Weddings} San Francisco, CA

In the winter of 2011, Anna participated in a trip to Berlin, Germany, with the organization Germany Close Up, a trip that brings American Jews to experience modern day Germany. On the first evening of the trip, she connected with a fellow participant, Elannah, and the two quickly bonded. Within a few hours of their meeting, Elannah realized Anna would be a perfect match for AJ, one of her best friends back in Los Angeles. The problem was that Anna lived in NYC and AJ in L.A. Nevertheless, Elannah immediately sent AJ an email telling him that she had found his “bashert” (soulmate) in Berlin, Germany. After Anna returned to the States, she and AJ spoke a few times by phone and eventually AJ flew across the country to meet Anna in person.

Anna & AJ got married in San Francisco at the former federal bank called the Bently Reserve. They had a modern Orthodox wedding that reflected their connection and commitment to traditional Judaism. It was the first Orthodox wedding for the majority of their guests, including the couple’s families. The energy and ruach was outstanding and contagious.

Mazel tov, Anna and AJ!

Please also enjoy the highlights reel produced by Blue Moon Productions!