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Contents Consider an expert to plan your wedding .....................2 Resort pays attention to the details ................................3 Tips from a wedding pro .....................................................3 Stay energized throughout your wedding day ...............4 Carry a wedding theme throughout your big day .........8 Make a photo checklist.....................................................10
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Wife and wicket IT’S ALL ABOUT a good time for wedding parties and guests at Basin Harbor Club, where there is a rich history of family fun and activities ranging from golf to swimming and boating. Here, newlyweds join in a game of croquet on the lawn following their ceremony, laughing and enjoying their weekend wedding. Photo courtesy of Duback Photography
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Take the complexity out of planning a wedding: hire an expert By CHRISTY LYNN
events planner in addition to managing the ADDISON COUNTY — Beth Marr has market. She works both as an independent been planning weddings and events for more consultant as well as part-time as a planning than 25 years. consultant for the Middlebury Inn, whose Now the owner of Almost Home Market in wedding packages include planning services. Bristol, Marr got her start by working in the In Marr’s opinion, bringing a consultant into restaurant business, then moved the wedding planning process is on to become an event planner really about hiring someone to for some of the regions’ most take care of the small details. “A wedding popular wedding sites. “It’s like having an insurance A native of Louisiana, Marr planner has policy for your wedding day,” fell in love with New England to be levelshe says. “It offers you a piece following a trip to Cape Cod of mind and opportunity to stop with a former partner and was headed thinking about the details and determined to move north. After and have a make sure you can enjoy the a brief time on the Cape, Marr day.” moved to Vermont, where she calm-as-aAs most people know who has lived ever since. have either planned a wedding cucumber She worked as an event or have been closely connected planner at Bolton Valley Resort disposition.” to someone planning a wedding, for eight years and then moved — Beth Marr there are many large and small on to spend 14 years as Basin details and a lot of balls in the Harbor Club’s event planner. air at once. In 2011 Marr and her partner, Gary Smith, “For most people, getting married is a really started Almost Home Market, bringing to it big deal. People want it to be this, that and the more than 40 years of collective experience in other thing, but mostly they want it to be theirs the catering and hospitality industry as well as and they want it to be great,” Marr says. a love for cooking and baking. Envisioning everything all at once is In addition to preparing daily deli items, overwhelming for most people because they baked goods and specialty foods, the market on haven’t done it before. For Marr, with hundreds North Street in Bristol offers gourmet catering of weddings under her belt, she knows what for large functions like weddings. pieces might be easily forgotten and where Marr continues to work as a wedding and most people get into trouble. Partly because of
her experience and partly just by nature, she’s not easily rattled and can roll with the punches. “A wedding planner has to be level-headed and have a calm-as-a-cucumber disposition,” she says. “Over the years I’ve learned what kinds of mishaps to expect. At this point, I don’t on the tablecloth, I just swap it out.” Marr says she starts by determining the key players. “A good wedding planner should be able to ascertain who’s making the decisions and of meeting,” she says. From there, it’s about exposing the most important elements for each of those parties. “Sometimes it’s the bride, sometimes it’s the groom, sometimes it’s the parents, or grandparents, or sometimes someone else, but it’s important to expose the most meaningful details to each of those key players to make everyone understands their value and part in the event,” Marr says. Another early factor Marr ascertains is to what extent her services as a planner are needed in each event. Sometimes she is hired just for the day of the wedding, for the wedding couple that wants to plan most of the details themselves and only is looking for help with the details on the day of the event. “It’s great when people want to take care (See Planner on Page 7)
BETH MARR HAS been in the wedding and events planning business for over 20 years. Now the owner of Almost Home Market in Bristol, Marr continues to work as a wedding planner, caterer and consultant both independently and through Middlebury Inn. Independent photo/Trent Campbell
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Resort pays attention to the details so you don’t have to Henderson’s Tips
By CHRISTY LYNN FERRISBURGH — When you arrive through the entrance of Basin Harbor Club in
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How to stay energized throughout your wedding day (MS) — A couple’s wedding day is the culmination of months and months of planning. For most, it is one of the most memorable, magical days of their lives,
and may make you feel cranky. Be sure to consume water throughout the day.
may be tempting to lean on an energy drink
close friends and family. As enjoyable as a wedding can be, most brides and grooms who have already tied the knot can attest that a wedding is a long, often tiring day. It is very easy for energy levels to wane. To ensure you have enough
wedding “survival” kit, be sure to pack some easy snacks to eat. Trail mix can be nibbled for a boost of energy, and a banana can take the edge off of hunger pangs. Avoid anything messy that can drip onto clothing or get stuck in your teeth. Arrange to have
than before and crash at an inopportune time during the day. Instead, a brisk walk outdoors may recharge your batteries. Afterward, time
throughout the night. Alcoholic beverages
will likely stimulate some adrenaline to keep you going.
such as water or juice.
of the evening, follow these suggestions to remain energized.
you can refuel on the way to the ceremony or in transit to the reception.
beckoning and the photographer needs to get yet another pose, it is easy to skip dinner.
the boost you need. But caffeine is only a between breakfast and the cocktail hour
meal. After all, you paid for it and it should not go to waste. Besides, sitting down to dinner enables you to rest and absorb the atmosphere of the wedding.
compromise your energy levels. Be sure
can be easy to succumb to a lack of energy as the day progresses. But by heeding a few tips, it’s possible to remain in top form throughout the entire wedding day.
a very long day. It’s possible to rise quite early in the morning to begin prepping with makeup, hairstyles, wardrobe and more. If the party is an evening reception, it could last until the wee hours of the morning. You video rolling. Naturally, you’ll want to look your best throughout. you will get ample sleep and look rested. It is understandable that nerves and excitement to fall asleep. If you often grow anxious and struggle to fall asleep before big events, talk to your doctor prior to the wedding to ask sleeping pill that will ensure you get to sleep promptly. Do not take this medication with alcohol, and be sure to take it only if you can get a full seven to eight hours of sleep. Otherwise you may experience medicine hangover. breakfast on the morning of your wedding, consume a combination of carbohydrates and protein. The carbs will provide the initial burst of energy you need to get going, and the protein will keep you feeling full. A combination of whole wheat toast, fresh start to the day. lot of water can result in more frequent trips to the bathroom — which can be cumbersome for brides wearing their gowns — it is essential to stay hydrated. Dehydration can result in headaches, weakness and dizziness
Boots and Blankets A WEDDING PARTY lines up on the dock at their fall wedding at Basin Harbor. Flannel blankets and boots help create that classic Vermont vibe during their special affair.
Photo courtesy of Orchard Cove Photography
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Double the luck AN AUSPICIOUS GIFT from above bends over the north cove at Basin Harbor Club with wedding tents on the lawn below. Basin Harbor’s large campus offers multiple sites for weddings and other affairs, allowing parties to choose which suits them best. Photo courtesy of Orchard Cove Photography
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Planner (Continued from Page 2) of all the planning leading up to the event and really feel like they’re putting on their own party,” she says. “But on the day of the wedding it’s about the couple enjoying the day and celebrating why they’re really there, not about whether all their guests are seated at the person that’s got your back on wedding day.” With her catering business and extensive network of connections in the industry, Marr also offers full-service wedding planning packages that cover all the details, from food
to music and all the other details.
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any part of the event that folks need help with,” Marr says. As a consultant, Marr believes it is her job to guide people through the options until they reach a decision that feels right to them. decisions that are made — that’s not my job. My job is to guide them and to enhance the event that they envision.”
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AFTER MORE THAN 20 years in the business, wedding planner and caterer Beth Marr has many talents. Here she showcases a culinary favorite: lettuce cups with pork meatballs and Asian Sambal Drizzle from an August wedding last year.
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It’s not hard to carry a great wedding theme throughout your big day (BPT) — What does the concept of a wedding theme mean to you? Do you think it’s just about the colors you choose for your bouquet and bridesmaid gowns? Or do you think of it as something grander — your personalized stamp that should shine through every aspect of your big day? “Even the most romantic, unique theme can fail to live up to its potential if you only incorporate it into one or two aspects of your wedding,” says Robin Brockelsby, founder of Creative Coverings, one of the largest nationwide linen rental and sales companies. “Truly successful themes grace everything your guests do, see and touch throughout your wedding and reception.” As you’re planning your wedding, keep these theme-building tips in mind:
darker shades can create an impression of magic, fantasy or extravagance,” Brocklesby says. renting accessories such as linens, chair covers and decorations. Rental stores keep track of what’s trendy, too, and are more likely to have items in the season’s hottest colors. Often, it’s easier to rent what you need than to hunt through multiple stores trying to purchase items. if it really works with that gown you fell in
love with and simply must have. For example, a vintage theme cries out for a vintage gown and a dress that is too contemporary will clash with the theme. Tuxedoes for groomsmen and stiletto heels for bridesmaids aren’t likely to work well with a beach theme.
complement your theme. If the venue you’ve booked doesn’t have items that are just right, look into renting them. Renting wedding items provide brides access to a wider range of items
invitations. Customize wedding invitations to
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country to contemporary. Themed invitations are also a great way to clue guests in to what they can expect on your special day.
theme. For example, luggage tags in the shape
gourmet chocolates will remind guests of your theme long after the reception ends. theme. Classical music will complement a sophisticated, elegant wedding as you walk down the aisle, but you might want to leave the hip-hop for the reception. For a holiday wedding, traditional holiday music creates a timely and festive atmosphere that celebrates the season and your nuptials at the same time.
enough to invest some creativity in. While each season, certain colors emerge as “hot” choices for weddings, avoid picking a color or theme just because it’s trendy. Instead, focus on ideas that truly speak to your personality. have to be limited to just one shade. For example, Brocklesby points out, purple is a trending color for weddings this year, and you can incorporate variances of it throughout your wedding. “Lighter shades like lavender and lilac are more feminine and sensitive, creating a mood of romance,” she says. “They’re a great choice for bridesmaids’ gowns.” Add interest to the color theme by using darker shades like plum or deep purples for table linens and even lighting elements. “Using these
play into your theme. Want a circus-themed wedding? Rent a popcorn maker or cottoncandy machine and serve to guests in wax paper bags during the reception. Going for
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Make a photo checklist
Plan the story of your wedding
By CHRISTY LYNN
photographers can get to know your friends
Photos of the wedding day (or days) is one way to capture some of the most cherished memories so the couple getting married as well as their friends and family can relive
SHOTS LIST
But great photos don’t always come by Choosing a great wedding photographer is a good place to start, and taking the time to think about those shots that you want to capture before the wedding can also help
WHO’S IMPORTANT Start by compiling a list of the key people best photographers aren’t necessarily going to know who your closest friends and family members are or that this may be your last opportunity to have a photo taken with your Use social media tools like Pinterest to post photos of the people on this list, so the
Most professional wedding photographers will encourage you to create a shots list for at wedding albums of friends and family come up with your own ideas for moments that will be meaningful to you and your those This will help you consider whether a your wedding, or whether you will need a important to you that there’s a photographer with the bride and the groom for the “getting ready” phase, or you really want photos of the bride’s face as she walks down the aisle and the groom as he stands to welcome her, then Of course every wedding and every family is different, but here are some categories and
GettinG Ready Bride: hair, make-up, hanging dress, shoes, jewelry, mother fastening bride’s dress, candid bridesmaids, bride in mirror Groom: tux, groom with groomsmen, father of the groom with groom, boutonnieres CeRemony venue CeRemony and escort, families watching, special moments, exchanging rings, The Kiss, leaving together ReCeption Meeting guests, table set-up, wedding couple at table, toasts, family groups Food, cake, champagne, cake cutting First dance, bride with father, groom with mother, parents and grandparents dancing, musicians, bouquet toss the exit The exit vehicle, bride and groom leaving, guests watching and waving, the
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Outside in PAPER LANTERNS AND live trees within the dining tent help create a special and colorful theme during a 2013 wedding at Basin Harbor Club.
Photo courtesy of Orchard Cove Photography
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