Sometime in the 1970’s Renee Symans and Selma [Resnick] Chankin met either in a doctor’s office or through B’nai Brith.  Though, they are both a little unclear about where they met first, it was the beginning of a great friendship and eventual partnership. Selma, originally from the Boston area, was a floral designer and the …

I just returned from Tampa, Florida, where I attended The Special Event, the annual national conference and trade show for the special event professionals. As we are always on the hunt for trends and new ideas, TSE offers a bounty! Color Trends: Tangerine paired with fuchsia. This is an amazing color scheme for Bat Mitzvah’s …

1986 Yes, S&R Originals produced my wedding and 15 years later planned my son’s Bar Mitzvah. Now it’s our turn to join the 40th Anniversary Celebration! I married my wonderful husband, Cliff, on June 15, 1986, at the Beverly Hills Hotel. My mom was the co-founder of S&R and one of her favorite stories about …

2012 marks the 40th anniversary of S&R Originals.  We’ve worked hard for 40 years creating life’s special moments and we’ve produced over 2,500 events; weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, anniversaries, corporate events, and more! We’re proud to say our second-generation family business has been in continuous operation for 40 years, truly a rare accomplishment, so …