I started my Memorial Day Weekend in Willow Street, PA for Johanna & Mark's Wedding Reception at the Lancaster County Winery . The reception was held outdoors under a tent and the temperature reached nearly 90 degrees...... that didn't stop Johanna & Mark's 210 guests from having an extraordinary and action packed evening with yours truly! Johanna & Mark's guests enjoyed an extended cocktail hour, while they posed for pictures along with their Bridal Party on the property at the winery. Brian from Stardust Photography captured all the special moments, and we always look forward to working together! Wayne from Deswert Productions caught all the action on video, and I'm looking forward to working with him again in the future!
Here's how Johanna & Mark's special day went:
3:45pm - Guests begin to arrive at the winery
4:00pm - Cocktails & hors d'oeuvres
5:54pm - Parent & Bridal Party Introductions
"ABC" - Jackson 5 &
"It's Not Unusual" - Tom Jones
5:59pm - Johanna & Mark's Grand Entrance
"Club Can't Handle Me" - Flo Rida
6:00pm - First Dance
"Everything" - Michael Buble
6:04pm - Blessing
After a Friday night Prom and a Saturday night Wedding Reception I headed to the heart of Berks County to the Stirling Guest Hotel for Jessica & Brian's Sunday, May 22nd Wedding. Their day started with a relaxed outdoor ceremony, and then photos around the property while their guests enjoyed cocktails on the patio. Jessica & Brian's 113 guests consisting of family and friends were then seated inside the Stirling awaiting the Introductions while getting a hint of the aromas coming from the scrumptious Dinner Buffet. TJ, Peter and staff from the Stirling Guest Hotel went above and beyond to accomodate the needs of Jessica and Brian. I had the pleasure working along Sandi K Robb Photography through out the day.
Here's how Jessica & Brian's Wedding day went:
1:00pm - Guests begin to arrive
1:30pm - Wedding Ceremony
1:58pm - Cocktails
3:05pm - Bridal Party Introductions
"Yeah 3x" - Chris Brown
3:09pm - Jessica & Brian Grand Entrance
"Sexy Love" - Neyo
3:11pm - First Dance
"Then" - Brad Paisley
3:15pm - Maid of Honor & Best Man Toast
3:19pm - Dinner Buffet
4:31pm - Bride & Father Dance
Saturday, May 15th marked the date for Megan & Matthew's Wedding. After exchanging vows as a local church, Megan, Mathew and their family and friends traveled to The Loft at Sweetwater Country Club in Pennsburg, PA. This was my first visit to Sweetwater, and it's always exciting to have the oppertunity to work at a new venue. Upon arrival, the guests enjoyed beverages and hors d'oeuvres outside on the patio. Meanwhile, Megan, Matthew & their bridal party spent some time posing for photos and took advantage of the amazing scenery Sweetwater had to offer. I had the pleasure to again work aside Luke & Lauri from Gilmore Photography, who provided the video and photos for Megan & Matthew.
Here's how Megan & Matthew's Wedding Reception Went:
5:00pm - Cocktail Hour outside on the patio
5:53pm - Guests begin to enter the Loft
6:11pm - Parent & Bridal Party Introductions
"Beautiful Day" - U2
6:14pm - Megan & Matthew's Grand Entrance
"My Kind of Party" - Jason Aldean
6:16pm - First Dance
"I Cross My Heart" - George Straight
6:20pm - Blessing
6:21pm - Matron of Honor & Best Man Toast
6:24pm - Salads served
6:29pm - Dinner Buffet
7:37pm - Bride & Father Dance
"I Loved Her First" - Heartland
7:41pm - Groom & Mother Dance
"I Hope You Dance" - LeAnn Womack
7:46pm - Cake Cutting
"The Way You Look Tonight" - Frank Sinatra
7:49pm - Open Dancing
After a nice afternoon cruise along I-95 I arrived at The Bensalem Twp. Country Club for the celebration of Cherie & Thomas. After a wedding ceremony in Willow Grove, PA Cherie, Thomas and their 150 guests headed to Bensalem to party the night away. I enjoyed mixing an eclectic mix of classic rock and 70's & 80's tunes during their cocktail hour and dinner, as Cherie and Tom were very adamant that I did not play any Jazz or dinner "style" music. I continued to provide a refined yet "chill" atmosphere through out the evening playing all Cherie & Tom's music requests, and also by adding my own personal flair. Zanadu Photography was capturing all the activities through out the evening.
Here's how Cherie & Tom's reception went:
5:15pm - Guest arrival
5:30-6:30pm - Cocktails & hors d'oeuvres
6:32pm - Parent & Bridal Party Introductions
"Born to be wild" - Steppenwolf
6:36pm - Introduction of Cherie & Tom
"The Little Things" - Donny Elfman
6:37pm - First Dance & Bridal Party Dance
"Everything I Do" - Bryan Adams
6:44pm - Blessing
6:45pm - Maid of Honor & Best Man Toast
6:49pm - Salads served
6:59pm - Dinner Buffet
7:50pm - Bride & Fathe rDance
"My Wish" - Rascal Flatts
7:54pm - Groom & Mother Dance
"Sinple Man" - Lynard Skynard
7:59pm - Open Dancing
9:14pm - Cake Cutting
"Pour Some Sugar On Me" - Def Leppard
9:16pm - Bouquet & Garter Toss
"Hot Me with Your Best Shot" - Pat Benetar
"Oh Yeah"- Yello
"Girls, Girls, Girls" - Motley Crew
My second wedding of the weekend led me to Deleware County for the reception of Christine & Kyle. The couple exchanged vows at a local church in Downingtown, and traveled to The Mendenhall Inn in Chadds Ford, PA for an elegant afternoon reception. Once their 200 guests arrived at the Inn, they enjoyed hor d'oerves and beverages on the outside patio. Christine's family was from Indiana, so there were some out-of-town guests that were very excited to be part of such a great celebration in Pennsylvania. I entertained Kyle's cousins wedding reception this past December, so it was a great pleasure to see so many familiar faces. JER Nelson Photography traveled from Indiana to capture all the special moments for Christine & Kyle. DJ Jonathan Vining finished up the reception so I could make the journey to my next wedding.
Here's how Christine & Kyle's Reception went:
11:45am - Guests arrive to the Mendenhall Inn
12:45pm - Guests enter the Gold Ballroom
1:05pm - Parent & Bridal Party Introductions
"I Gotta Feeling" - Black Eyed Peas
1:09pm - Introduction of Christine & Kyle
1:10pm - First Dance
"I Swear" - All 4 One
1:14pm - Blessing
1:16pm - Maid of Honor & Best Men Toast
1:21pm - Dinner Served
2:03pm - Bride & Father & Grandfather Dance
"My Wish" - Rascal Flatts
2:07pm - Groom & Mother Dance
"Mama" - Boyz II Men
2:11pm - Cake Cutting
"Everything" - Michael Buble
2:14pm - Open Dancing
3:30pm - Bouquet Toss
"DJ Got Us Fallin' In Love" - Usher
3:56pm- Last Dance
"When God Made You" - Newsong & Natalie Grant
Be sure to check out some video clips from the dance floor:
The month of May and the official start of "wedding season" began for me at Meredith Manor in Chester County, Pottstown, PA on Friday, May 6th. Kelsey wanted an outdoor wedding ceremony, and the beautifully landscaped Meredith Manor provided an excellent setting for Kelsey & James's special day! Mimi & Mike and staff always pay attention to every minor detail, and ensured an elegant, yet relaxed atmosphere for Kelsey & James's 94 guests. Although the forecast called for a few rain showers, the evening turned out perfect! Here's how Kelsey & James's wedding day went:
5:15pm - Wedding Ceremony
5:45pm - Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres in the Barn
6:45pm - Guests enter the tent for the reception
7:11pm - Parent & Bridal Party Introductions
"Forever" - Chris Brown
7:14pm - Introduction of Kelsey & James
"Let's Get Married Remix" - Jagged Edge
7:15pm - First Dance
"I Could Not Ask For More" - Edwin McCain
7:20pm - Blessing
7:21pm - Maid of Honor & Best Man Toasts
7:27pm - Dinner Served
8:29pm - Bride & Mother Dance
"Because You Loved Me" - Celine Dion
8:33pm - Groom & Mother Dance
"Perfect Fan" - Backstreet Boys.
8:37pm - Cake Cutting
8:40pm - Open Dancing
9:30pm - Bouquet & Garter Toss
"Single Ladies" - Beyonce
"Bow Chick a Wow Wow" - Mike Posner
"Jump Around" - House of Pain
10:55pm - Last Dance of the Evening
"Marry Me" - Train
Here's how Johanna & Mark's special day went:
6:06pm - Matron of Honor & Best Man Toast
