Dancing at the Desmond with Melinda & Paul

           The Desmond Great Valley Hotel & Conference Center in Malvern, PA is an awesome location to host the celebration of the most special day in your life. Melinda & Paul enjoyed each and every minute of their reception, and could not have stopped smiling even if they tried !

         The first time I met Melinda & Paul, I knew that their reception was going to be a blast. They didn't leave the dance floor from the moment the music began until the very last song ! Their evening began with a lavish cocktail hour in the lounge before their guests entered the Grand Ballroom. Before dinner was served, Melinda & Paul shared their first dance, and the Maid of Honor & Best Man toasted (and roasted) the newlyweds. Between dinner courses, Melinda welcomed her Grandfather, and Paul welcomed his Mother to the dance floor for special dances. After dinner, they cut their cakes (Melinda surprised Paul with a unique "grooms cake"), and the dancing began. Half way through the night, Melinda tossed her bouquet, and Paul threw his football.....with Melinda's garter wrapped around it... a pretty cool twist on the average "garter toss"! 

Special songs for the night:

Introductions:  "Ghosts n' Stuff" by Deadmau5

First Dance:  "Then" by Brad Paisley

Grandfather & Bride Dance: "Delaney Talks to Statues" by Jimmy Buffett

Mother & Groom Dance:   "A Song for My Son" by Mikki Viereck

Cake Cutting:   "Somebody to Love" by Justin Bieber 

Bouquet Toss:  "Single Ladies" by Beyonce

Garter Removal:  "Big Pimpin'" by Jay Z

Garter Toss: "Sabotage" by the Beastie Boys 

Jean Marie & Michael's Wedding Reception at The Columbia Station

            The month of March came to a close with an awesome celebration at Robert Ryan Catering's Columbia Station in Phoenixville, PA. I ALWAYS enjoy entertaining at the Columbia Station, as the facility is amazing and the staff members are always a pleasure to work along side! Jean Marie & Michael wed at a nearby church, and then arrived at the Columbia Station along with their 160 guests consisting of family and close friends.  The evening began with cocktails and hors d'oeurves in the lounge area, and then dinner and dancing in the main ballroom. Jean Marie & Michael's color theme was red and silver for their special day, so I decorated the ballroom with red LED uplighting for the majority of their reception, and then changed the lighting to "sound-active" mode for the last hour, raising the energy level and ambiance of the ballroom. 

Here's how Jean Marie & Michael's Reception Went:

5:30pm - Cocktails & Hors d'oeurves in the lounge 
6:45pm - Guests enter the main ballroom 
6:57pm - Formal Introductions of the Parents & Bridal Party
                 "Love Rollercoaster" - Red Hot Chili Peppers

                 "Get This Party Started" - Pink
7:05pm - Jean Marie & Michael's Grand Entrance
                  "Good Life" - One Republic
7:06pm - First Dance
                 "All For Love" - Brian Adams & Rod Stewart
7:11pm - Best Man & Maid of Honor Toasts
7:16pm - Welcome & Blessing
7:18pm - First Course Served 
7:39pm - Bride & Father Dance
                "My Little Girl" - Tim McGraw
7:43pm - Groom & Mother Dance
                 "Forever Young" - Audra Mae
7:52pm - Dinner Served
8:49pm - Cake Cutting
                 "I Can't Help Myself" - The Four Tops
8:53pm - Dance Floor Opens
9:30pm - Bouquet & Garter Toss
                 "Move, Get Out the Way" - Ludacris
                 "Oh Yeah" - Yellow
                 "Funky Cold Medina" - Tone Loc 
9:55pm - Last Dance of the Evening
                 "The Time,Dirty Bit" - Black Eyed Peas


               

Congratulations Jean Marie & Michael!!

Here's a few video clips from their reception: 

Julia & Stephen's Wedding Reception at LaMassaria at Bella Vista

         Believe it or not, March 24th was the first Wedding of 2012 at LaMassaria at Bella Vista, and I had the honor of entertaining it! Julia & Stephen were an awesome couple, and everyone had a great time at their reception! Rick & Maria from Rick Blanco Photography captured all the special moments through out the day, and also provided me with a few stunning photos to share. Julia & Stephen wed at a church in nearby Schwenksville, and then made their way to LaMassaria in Gilbertsville, PA to celebrate along with their 125 guests consisting of family and friends. 

The room was decorated with bright flower arrangements from  Flowers by Florabundance , as well as "button" themed centerpieces created by Julia. An elegant cake from Dice's Creative Cakes was enjoyed by all. The evening began with an hour of cocktails and hors d'oeuvres on the first floor at LaMassaria, and then upstairs for dinner and dancing. 

Here's how Julia & Stephen's Reception Went:

5:30-6:30pm - Cocktail Hour 

6:43pm - Parent & Bridal Party Introductions

               "Lovely Day" - Bill Withers 

6:47pm - Julia & Stephen's Grand Entrance

6:48pm - First Dance

               "Make You Feel My Love" - Adele

6:51pm - Blessing

6:52pm - Maid of Honor & Best Man Toasts

6:56pm - First Course Served

7:16pm - Bride & Father Dance

               "I Loved Her First" - Heartland

7:20pm - Groom & Mother Dance

                "Have I Told You Lately" - Van Morrison 

7:34pm - Dinner Served

8:14pm - Centerpiece Giveaway

8:19pm - Dance Floor Opens

8:33pm - Cake Cutting

               "I'm Yours" - Jason Mraz

10:25pm - Last Dance of the Evening

               "Love Will Keep us Alive" - The Eagles 

Congratulations Julia & Stephen!!

Here's a few video clips from their reception:

Gina & Matthew's Wedding at The Talamore Country Club

  Gina & Matthew were an awesome couple to work with! During the early planning stages of their wedding, Matthew's cousin, DJ Gaetano Bosco (A renowned Philadelphia area club & mobile DJ.... and a good friend of mine as well)  recommend they engage me as their entertainment director. 

Their wedding day began with a lovely ceremony in the Monet Garden Room at the Talamore Country Club in Ambler, PA. The guest then enjoyed cocktails and hors d'oeurves on the Mezzanine in the magnificent Conservatory Ballroom. Lauren & Tim Fair of Lauren Fair Photography are always a pleasure to work with, and captured many memories through out the night.



The Ballroom looked amazing with the combination of a brand new marble dance floor (only 2 weeks old!) and 16 LED uplights which I strategically placed around the room. The reception began with formal  introductions and Gina & Matthew's first dance.

Here's how Gina & Matthew's Wedding day went:

5:00pm - Guest Arrival
5:30pm - Ceremony in the Monet Garden Room
6:10pm - Cocktail hour
7:18pm - Parent & Bridal Party Introductions
                "I Gotta Feelin" - Black Eyed Peas
7:22pm - Gina & Matthew's Grand Entrance
                "Beautiful Day" - U2
7:23pm - First Dance
                 "Happy" - Bruce Springsteen
7:27pm - Welcome by Gina's Father
7:33pm - Blessing
7:34pm - Best Man & Maid of Honor Toast
7:46pm - Buffet Dinner
8:54pm - Cake Cutting
               "How Sweet it is" - Michael Buble
8:58pm - Bride & Father Dance
                "Butterfly Kisses" - Bob Carlisle
9:03pm - Groom & Mother Dance
                "Never Alone" - Lady Antebellum
9:07pm - Open Dancing
10:10pm - Bouquet & Garter Toss
            "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun"-Cindy Lauper
             "Peter Gunn Theme"-The Blues Brothers
             "Hot Stuff" - Donna Summers
             "I'm Too Sexy" - Right Said Fred
10:54pm - Last Dance of the Evening
            "Endless Love"-Lionel Richie & Diana Ross
         

              


         Congratulations 
               Gina & Matt !

Here's a few dance floor shots from their reception:

                                   

Megan & Jason's New Years Eve-Eve Wedding Reception at The Merion Tribute House

Megan and Jason were such a fun couple to work with! They currently reside in Michigan, so most of our communication before their wedding was done via video teleconference and through email. Megan and Jason chose an amazing venue, The Merion Tribute House located on Philadelphia's prestigious Main Line to host their intimate reception. After exchanging vows at a nearby church, Megan & Jason's 140 guests traveled to the Tribute House to celebrate. Cocktails and hors d'oeurves were enjoyed in the Lounge and Legion Room before the guests entered into the ballroom for dinner and dancing. After formal introductions, first dance, blessing, and toasts, a special video was played for Megan & Jason which was created by their Bridal Party. Megan and Jason had also planned a huge surprise for their families and guests by having a Mariachi Band play during dinner. Megan and Jason met in Mexico while on a service trip, so having the band at their reception really meant a lot to them. Stuart G. Stanft Photography captured all the special moments, and I've included one of his collages below, Thanks Stuart! 


Here's How Megan & Jason's Reception Went:


6:00pm-7:00pm - Cocktails & Hors D'oeurves in the Lounge & Legion Room
6:50pm - Guests begin to enter the Ballroom
7:07pm - Parent & Bridal Party Introductions
                 "Yeah 3x" - Chris Brown
7:11pm - Megan & Jason's Grand Entrance 
                 "What's My Name" - Rihanna 
7:12pm - First Dance
                 "When I Say I Do" - Matthew West 
7:16pm - Blessing
7:17pm - Maid of Honor & Best Man Toast
7:24pm - Special Video Presentation
7:35pm - Dinner Served 
9:08pm - Bride & Father Dance
                 "In My Daughter's Eyes" - Martina McBride
9:12pm - Groom & Mother Dance
                  "It's Your Song" - The Tribute Co. 
9:15pm - Dance Floor Opens 
10:03pm - Cake Cutting
                   "Marry Me" - Train
10:07pm - Bouquet Toss
                   "Single Ladies" - Beyonce 
10:56pm - Last Dance of the Evening 
                   "Save The Last Dance For Me" - Michael Buble 

above photo courtesy of Stuart G. Stanft Photography

Here's a few dance floor clips from Megan & Jason's Reception:

Christina & Justin's Wedding Reception at LaMassaria at Bella Vista

After a VERY busy fall "wedding season", I'm finally getting back into the swing of things....I had the pleasure of entertaining Christina & Justin's Wedding Reception at one of my favorite venues, LaMassaria at Bella Vista. Christina & Justin's Reception was not the "typical" Reception that most have experienced. Instead of having a "formal" sit-down dinner, the guests enjoyed appetizer stations and passed hors d'oeuvres. This allowed extra time for dancing... and also gave me the chance to start the party almost immediately! I had the pleasure of again working with videographers Amy & Jim from Abominable Productions. Their work is amazing, & I can't wait to see some video highlights! Here's how Christina & Justin's Cocktail Reception went:

6:00pm - Guest Arrival

6:39pm - Bridal Party Introductions

                 "Country Girl(Shake it For Me) - Luke Bryan

                  "Teach Me How to Dougie" - Cal. Swag District

6:45pm - Christina & Justin's Grand Introduction

"Crazy Train" - Ozzy Osbourne

6:46pm - Christina & Justin's First Dance

"When You Say Nothing At All" - Allison Krauss

6:50pm - Maid of Honor & Best Man Toasts

6:59pm - Groom & Mother Dance

"All To You" - DJ Keo

7:03pm - Bride & Father Dance

"My Little Girl" - Tim McGraw

7:07pm - Dance Floor Open for Dancing

8:51pm - Cake Cutting

"Goin to the Chapel" - Dixie Cups

8:56pm - Bouquet & Garter Toss

"Baby Got Back" - Sir Mix A-lot

"Animals" - Nickelback

"Bad Boys" - Inner Circle

"Bottoms Up" - Trey Songz

9:03pm - Dollar Dance
10:56pm - Last Dance of The Evening

"This I Promise You" - N'Sync

Here's a short video clip from the dance floor: