ok, you are planning your menu with the on-location chef or caterer. It takes a lot of planning to choose meal choices you think will please the majority of your friends and family. Are there any allergies to worry about? Do you give enough choices to accommodate all the different taste buds? Now that that's done it's time to think about the music selections from the DJ or choosing a band that matches your music likes; do you try and have something from different genres and variety from country to pop to maybe rock and roll. Now it's time to… Read More...
So much planning goes into the day of event; location usually many months to even 2 years booked ahead of the wedding date. The flowers (meeting with your florist so they can help you bring about your colors, style and vision. The food (at hotel/destination) or professional caterer help plan the perfect meal, etc... The rehearsal dinner is all about connections; family and friends that perhaps have not met till this event. What kind of planning has gone into the rehearsal dinner? Of course it depends on budgets, themes, etc... Last year one of the rehearsal dinners I performed at… Read More...
Adding something extra special to your wedding reception to keep everyone happy doesn't have to stress you out. A free happy hour of drinks is a good start, but what about those friends and relatives that don't drink? Hiring a wedding magician is a great way to add a unique and fun spin to your wedding cocktail reception. A wedding magician can work the room while adding fun to all ages, genders, and even to those that are shy:) If you're the newly couple, imagine walking into your reception area and seeing your guests laughing, shaking their heads and having… Read More...
Wedding vendors and professionals come in different shapes and sizes (experience, pricing, knowledge, etc..) One of the most important vendors you can hire is your photographer! Why, because its the memories solidified in a form (a picture) that captures those special moments; the looks, the fun, and something you'll want to remember for the rest of your lives. I interviewed one of Maine's top photographers and hopefully asked some good questions you'd want them to answer for you. Why should someone hire you & Nadra over other photographers? The people who hire us again and again are the ones who… Read More...
How do you choose the right entertainment for your wedding reception? Start by deciding what is your objective. Do you want background music or interactive entertainment? How long do you think the photos and your limo ride with the bridal party will take before you arrive at the reception? A wonderful choice is a wedding magician! Why a wedding magician? We can make the wait for your guests and family disappear! If they are having fun that is very interactive no one will keep track of the time. You and your bridal party can relax while your guests are being… Read More...