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:

Melanie & David's Wedding at the Bear Creek Mountain Resort

Melanie and David planned an intimate wedding ceremony and reception at The Bear Creek Mountain Resort in Macungie, PA. Most couples are hesitant to plan such a celebration in the month of January with the possible threat of a winter weather, but with temperatures in the mid 40's, they had nothing to worry about. Their wedding day began with a ceremony officiated by a close colleague of mine, Reverend Pamela Brehm. I provided a remote sound system for Melanie & David's ceremony, as well as the cocktail hour which was held in the foyer. Melanie & David's 80 guests consisting of family and close friends enjoyed dinner and dancing in the Woodland Ballroom. Here's how Melanie & David's Wedding day went:

5:00pm -  Guest arrival
5:30pm -  Ceremony
                Processional: "Somewhere Over the Rainbow"
                                            Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
                Recessional: "All You Need is Love"
                                          The Beatles
6:00-7:00pm - Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres in the Foyer
7:00pm - Guests enter the Woodland Ballroom
7:04pm - Parent & Bridal Party Introductions
              "Don't Stop Believing" - Journey
7:07pm - Melanie & David's Grand Entrance
              "Paralyzer" - Finger Eleven
7:08pm - First Dance
              "1,2,3,4" - Plain White T's
7:12pm - Maid of Honor & Best Man Toast
7:15pm - Dinner Served
8:16pm - Cake Cutting
              "Grow Old With You" - Adam Sandler
8:19pm - Bride & Father Dance
              "Daughter" - Loudon Wainwright
8:23pm - Groom & Mother Dance
               "What a Wonderful World" -
                    Louie Armstrong
8:27pm - Dance floor opens
9:34pm - Bouquet Toss
              "Yakety Axe" - Chet Atkins
10:56pm - Last Dance of the Evening
               "Send Me On My Way" - Rusted Root

Sarah & Brian's Wedding Reception at The Spring Ford Country Club

I had the pleasure of entertaining Sarah & Brian's Wedding Reception at The Spring Ford Country Club. This was my first time working at the facility in quite some time, and it was the first large event for the Country Club's new General Manager, Brad Williams formerly from LaMassaria at Bella Vista. Sarah & Brian's 170 guests consisting of family and close friends arrived at the Country Club anxious to celebrate after a ceremony at a nearby church. A close colleague of mine, Scott from Flowers by Florabundance helped Sarah decorate the room with her "antique" style theme. Photographer Ben Reeder captured all the special moments.

Here's how Sarah & Brian's Reception went:

5:00pm-6:00pm - Guest Arrival & Cocktail Hour

6:02pm - Parent & Bridal Party Introductions

              "Yeah 3x" - Chris Brown

6:05pm - Sarah & Brian's Grand Entrance

6:06pm - First Dance

               "I Cross My Heart" - George Straight

6:10pm - Bride & Father Dance

"I Loved Her First" - Heartland

6:14pm - Groom & Mother Dance

               "A Mother's Song" - T. Carter

6:17pm - Blessing

6:18pm - Father of the Bride & Best Man Toast

6:21pm - Dinner Served

7:29pm - Cake Cutting

"Love You Madly" - Cake

7:32pm - Open Dancing

9:52pm - Last Dances of the Evening

               "I Run to You" - Lady Antebellum

               "What a Wonderful World" - Louie Armstrong

Congratulations Sarah & Brian!! 

Here's a few video clips from their 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: