Believe it or not.... this was the first wedding I've done at The Columbia Station when it wasn't raining! After a long span of hot and humid (and rainy) Saturday wedding receptions this year, the weather has finally turned into perfect "wedding weather". Ryann & Daniel's wedding day was actually the first time I got to meet Ryann. She has been living in Boston, so most of our communication was done via email and telephone calls. After a wedding ceremony at a local church, Ryann & Daniel's 210 guests consisting of family and friends traveled to Robert Ryan Catering's Columbia Station to celebrate. The guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d'oeuvres while Ryann, Daniel, and their Bridal Party posed for pictures taken by Joell Gramacy. The guests then found their seats in the ballroom, and we proceded with formal introductions, dances, toasts and a blessing before dinner was served. Ryann & Daniel compiled a playlist of some "traditional" wedding classics including Jump 'N The Saddle's "Curly Shuffle" and Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline, and I also mixed in some newer songs. Whether I was playing an oldie or a top 40 hit, the dance floor was packed the entire night. Ryann & Daniel were a pleasure to work with, and I had a great time entertaining their guests! Here's how Ryann & Daniel's reception went:
4:30pm - Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres 6:01pm - Parent & Bridal Party Introductions
"I Gotta Feelin" - Black Eyed Peas
6:04pm - Ryann & Daniel's Grand Entrance
"Say Hey, I Love You" -
Michael Franti & The Spearheads
6:05pm - Ryann & Daniel's First Dance
"Lucky" - Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillat
6:08pm - Bride & Father Dance
"Father & Daughter" - Paul Simon
6:12pm - Groom & Mother Dance
"My Wish" - Rascal Flatts
6:15pm - Toasts by Ryann's Father, Maid of Honor, 6:24pm - Blessing
6:25pm - Dinner served
7:49pm - Unity Candle & Cake Cutting
7:55pm - Open Dancing
9:04pm - Bouquet & Garter Toss
10:26pm - Last Dance of the Evening
"Wonderful Tonight" - Eric Clapton
10:30pm - Ryann & Daniel's "send-off"
Congratulations Ryann & Daniel!
Here's some video clips from the reception:
