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couples to get as creative as they like. Mail to guests as soon as the wedding date is known (the location may also be included), but know that any guest who receives a save the date must receive a wedding invitation.

Trends don’t always become traditions, but the following current wedding customs seem to have real staying power. Personalized Weddings Today’s marriage ceremonies often blend elements that have special meaning for couples, especially multi-cultural or inter-faith weddings. Intimate and individualized, today’s couples look to signature colors, monograms (their first initials), and motifs to set their theme, starting with their save the dates and invitations, and carrying through to their programs and seating cards. Sharing the Costs Wedding expenses are no longer the exclusive responsibility of the bride’s parents but frequently are shared by the couple, and even the groom’s parents. Understanding the financing is one key to defining who the hosts are — an essential piece of any wedding invitation. High Tech Weddings The internet plays a growing role in registries, vendor selection, and

Variations in Color Traditional white or ecru still reign, but color is blooming not only in bouquets and floral arrangements but also in brides’ and grooms’ attire, reception decorations, and invitations and announcements. Once taboo, black-bordered wedding invitations can be quite chic — just keep the typeface jaunty to avoid somber references.

even invitations. Wedding websites are the perfect place for photos of the couple, travel information for the wedding, and registry links. For some events, such as bachelor/ette parties or showers, an e-mailed invitation among close friends who all use email regularly could be convenient and appropriate, but e-mailing wedding

invitations and thank-you notes is still an etiquette faux pas — paper please. Save the Dates Save the date cards are fast turning from a trend into a tradition. It’s not necessary for save the dates to match the other wedding stationery themes, making them the perfect place for

Involved Grooms Grooms are now as likely as brides to be active participants in wedding planning and decision making. Couples often take mutual responsibility for everything from choosing the guest list to financing to writing thank-you notes. (For more about “21 Century Wedding Trends” visit www. emilypost.com/weddings/new-timesnew-traditions/368-21st-century-wedding-trends)

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Swan Club Restaurant Opens This Spring BY CHRISTY HINKO

chinko@antonnews.com Whether you can’t get enough of The Swan Club’s picturesque waterside views and the impeccable service, or you have yet to experience it for yourself, the Roslyn venue’s staff will be extending the invitation for you to try their full restaurant service, set to open in April. “The Swan Club has a good name,” said Gregory Trunz, owner of the Swan Club. “We will be serving comfort foods, a lot of foods we are known for, such as the fish dishes, soups and meat dishes.” Just a sneak peek at the menu includes: chicken Wellington, filet mignon with a port wine sauce, and broiled Norwegian salmon with a champagne dill sauce, each often paired with their popular Duchess potato and all prepared by the Swan Club’s head chef and Long Island native, Thomas Henrichs, who joined the staff in 2007. Trunz explained that the Swan Club once offered dinner service, back in the 1990s, but slowly turned its focus to catered events because of the high demand at the time. “It’s a growth opportunity for us,” he explained, about their decision to seek the necessary approvals from the village

and complete their return as a full service restaurant in addition to their catering. The Swan Club currently offers lunch service to the public Tuesday through Friday from noon to 3 p.m. Dinners will be served Tuesday through Sunday from As the founder and head cook at TRUFFLES & PEARLS, my passion is to create homemade dishes that soothe the soul and make you smile! We cater all intimate affairs and take great pride in what we do!

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ceremonies against a backdrop of giant wedding photos from the couples’ first trip to the altar, and will Each year Hempstead and North feature narrated stories of the couples’ Hempstead town host Valentine’s courtships and marital trials and Day vow renewal ceremonies for their tribulations. residents, with dozens of couples “North Hempstead strives to participating each time. This year recognize residents for extraordinary Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate accomplishments. It is heartwarming Murray will officiate Valentine’s Day to see these couples share their wedding vow renewal ceremonies for a love for each other at such a special host of loving couples who embody the event,” said Bosworth. More than 90 ideal of everlasting love. On Cupid’s couples from across the Town of North special day, the “ageless” couples will Hempstead are expected to participate renew their nuptials at a chapel and in the vow renewal ceremony. This reception hall at the Bristal Assisted Living of East Meadow. Town of North year’s theme is “Love is in the Air”. A Hempstead Supervisor Judi Bosworth lunch will be served after following the and Town Clerk Wayne Wink will host ceremony. Murray said, “Our couples certainly their town’s fifth annual Valentine’s deserve to celebrate their inspiring Day Marriage Vow Renewal ceremony at the Harbor Links Golf Course in Port and time-tested love.” The Bristal at East Meadow is a Washington. major sponsor of the Hempstead Town “The power of love transcends event, offering their facility, cuisine, time,” said Murray. “I am honored to a three-tiered wedding cake, flower share this day with our lovely couples bouquets for the brides, boutonnieres who are truly an inspiration for their for the grooms and bountiful floral abiding love.” arrangements for the ceremony. A At the Hempstead Town ceremony, Taste of Home Bakery located in North couples will enjoy a buffet lunch, Bellmore will provide artfully decoratrefreshments, live music and the ed take-home wedding cakes for the company of other “ageless” couples. The lunch will be followed by wedding couples as well as gift chocolates. Editorial@AntonNews.com

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Say ‘I Do’ To Brides Against Breast Cancer Gown tour will travel to 100+ cities BY ALLISON WARD MOORE

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Brides Against Breast Cancer is an organization serving a very “pink” purpose — their gown sales fund programs and services that are free to cancer patients and their families. Through its “Nationwide Tour of Gowns” bridal shows, Brides Against Breast Cancer plans to unveil more than 100 shows in 2014. In cities nationwide, with an average offering of nearly 1,000 new or gently worn bridal dresses, brides-to-be will find their dream gown at a greatly reduced cost. Brides Against Breast Cancer will be making a tour stop in the New York area on Feb. 23 and Feb. 24 at Zanger Hall, 347 W. 34th St. (bet. 8th and 9th Ave.), in New York. “Wedding gown sales are an important fundraising program for Brides Against Breast Cancer. The organization makes it possible for future brides around the country to purchase wedding gowns at dramatic savings, and give back,” said Amy Paulishak, senior vice president of Brides Against Breast Cancer. “Most gown prices range from $75 to $799,

including beautiful new name brand and designer gowns valued up to $3,000. We also offer layaway.” Unlike boutique bridal stores that carry only a few lines, each show in the Nationwide Tour of Gowns features hundreds of gowns with a wide assortment of styles and designs, including gowns designed for beach or outdoor weddings. “We are in need of contributions from brides and bridal designers in all sizes and styles,” Paulishak added. Brides who have already said “I Do” can donate their gowns, and receive a tax deduction for a charitable gift. “You can also text the word BRIDES to 85944 to donate $10 to Brides Against Breast Cancer and help us reach more people impacted by cancer,” said Paulishak. To register for an upcoming event or learn more, visit www.bridesabc.org or call 877-721-4673. Here’s how you can help: • If you have already said “I Do,” donate your newer gown for a tax deduction. • Volunteer at one of our gown shows or make a donation. • Go online to www.bridesabc.org to register to attend a show and learn more.

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Nothing says “I love you” on Valentine’s Day more than heartshaped, homemade treats. This year, try individual treats to make each gift recipient feel extra special. You’ll love the fact that they are simple to create. “Though small in size, mini-treats deliver a big message to all of the Valentines on your list,” said Nancy Siler, vice president of consumer affairs at Wilton. “Decorating these treats is quick and easy thanks to Candy Melts Candy — a pantry staple for any decorating project.” With a little help from Wilton you can bake to your heart’s desire this Valentine’s Day. We Heart Valentine’s Day — Hearts are by far the top shape of the season. From giant heart-shaped cookie pans to cookie cutters to Heart Pop pans, Wilton has a variety of bakeware options. A Sweet Heart for Your Sweetheart — Create mini cakes, brownies or cookies with the Bite Sized Heart Dessert Shell pan. Once cooled, drizzle with red, pink and white colored Candy Melts candy for the perfect personalized heart-shaped treat. Homemade Box of Chocolates — Make your own candies using shaped Candy Molds. Choose between hearts, lips, flowers and more. Fill the mold with the Candy Melts candy, color and flavor of your choice, and watch as you melt the hearts of your Valentines. Give a Little Love — Valentine’s Day is a top gift-giving holiday. Give your made-from-the-heart homemade treats the gourmet treatment with festive packaging like heart-shaped boxes, colorful gift bags and brightly colored baking cups. For more Valentine’s Day recipes, baking tips and gift inspiration, visit www.wilton.com.

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Bridal Vendor Showcase at The Swan Club on Glenwood Road in Roslyn on Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. Come meet the many vendors including: bands, DJs, photographers, florists, limos and hotels. Call 516-621-7600 to reserve your spot. Rina Di Montella Evening Wear Trunk Show on Feb. 6 at 11 a.m. at Bridal Reflections, 3 Broadway in Massapequa. Rina di Montella is a design house for women who demand a sophisticated look with an acute sense of taste for elegance and glamour. Designer Rina di Montella brings refinement in the form of special occasion dresses, a mother of the bride dress, or a cocktail dress. For an appointment call 516-795-2222.

Wednesday, February 26 Winter Bridal & Event Vendor Showcase on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at The Inn at New Hyde Park at 214 Jericho Tpke. in New Hyde Park from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Come and meet The Inn’s preferred wedding and event vendors. Reservations are required. Call 516-3547797 for more information. Bridal Showcase on Wednesday, Feb. 26 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Atlantis Banquets & Events and Sea Star Ballroom in Riverhead. Hotel tours begin at 5:30 p.m. Meet with top event professionals demonstrating the latest in fashion, floral design, photography, entertainment, and so much more while you tour the spectacular Sea Star Ballroom, the unique Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center, the Hyatt Place East End & Resort Marina, and the Waterfront Suite, the picturesque suite right on the water. Reservations are required. Call 631-574-8008, ext. 125 for more information. Admission is $15/person with reservation; $20/person at door.

Friday, February 7 Macy’s Bridal Salon presents Demetrios Destination Romance 2014 Collection on Feb. 7 at 10 a.m. at their Manhasset store, 1100 Northern Blvd. An exclusive preview of the collection Feb. 7 through Feb. 9. All preview gowns ordered during the show dates will receive 15 percent off the retail price. Call 516-869-0391 for an appointment. Walk-ins welcome. Hours vary. Trunk shows at Bridal Reflections at 80 Westbury Ave. in Carle Place will host the Rene Ruiz Evening Wear, Simone Carvalli, Bari Jay Bridesmaids trunk shows and on Feb. 7 at 11 a.m. The Rene Ruiz Evening Wear Trunk Show will feature cutting edge fashion for the mother of the bride or groom. Simone Carvalli brings you couture bridal gowns made of the best 100 percent silk fabrics and the finest of French lace. If you’re looking for the perfect bridesmaid dress that offers elegance, value and fashion, you’ll find it here at Bari Jay. Bari Jay has received tremendous recognition and numerous awards for outfitting bridesmaids across the country and Europe for over 30 years. For an appointment call 516-742-7788.

Friday, February 14 Hooray For Love, a backstage musical romantic comedy starring Ann Southern, Gene Raymond, Bill Bojangles Robinson and Fats Waller at the East Meadow Library, 1886 Front St. in East Meadow on Friday, Feb. 14 at 1 p.m. presented by The Movie Man John Carpenter. This is one of many rare films from Carpenter’s vast collection. All ages are welcome and admission is free. Call 516-794-2570 ext. 218 for details.

Thursday, March 27 Valentine’s Big Band Dinner Dance by Marken Music at Koenig’s, 86 S. Tyson Ave. in Floral Park. Valentine’s Day Big Band Dance with the Long Island Sound 19-Piece Big Band. Enjoy Sinatra, Glenn Miller, Tony Bennett, Ballroom, Swing, Pop, Latin and more on Feb. 14 from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Cost $65 cash per person and includes buffet dinner. No wait service. Cash bar. For information call 631-368-4361.

Saturday, February 15 ChocoVino (Numero Tre), the chocolate + wine = one sensational tasting experience on Feb. 15 at 8 p.m. at Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center at 431 East Main St. in Riverhead. So, what better way to spend Valentine’s Day weekend than sipping on wine, giving into sweets, and enjoying a five-course dinner with your spouse, BF, GF, or maybe even your BFF? Awaken your senses and indulge in a fun new way to enjoy all of your favorite pleasures. $160 per couple, ages 21 and older. Reservations required — call 631-208-9200, ext. 426 for more information. All prices plus tax. Don’t forget to ask about the Sweetheart

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Tuesday, February 18 Bridal Showcase, featuring Foresto Tuxedo at Crest Hollow Country Club on Jericho Tpke. in Woodbury on Feb. 18 from 7 to 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, February 23 Bridal Showcase Extravaganza at Ariana Waterfall Caterers, 79 Hempstead Tpke. in West Hempstead on Feb. 23 at 3 p.m. Come join the Bridal Showcase Extravaganza, featuring DJs, photographers, limo services, florist, bakery and more. Call 516-539-0766 to reserve a seat and for additional details.

Monday, February 24 Code Bleu Live Band Showcase: Skyline Orchestras on Feb. 24 at Westbury Manor, 1100 Jericho Tpke. in Westbury at 8 p.m. Featuring seven lead vocalists, horns, keyboards, guitar, bass, drums and percussion, they are able to reproduce virtually any musical style. From Billy Joel to Bon Jovi, Lady Gaga to

Bridal Showcase at Douglaston Manor, 63-20 Commonwealth Blvd. in Douglaston on March 27 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Are you planning a wedding but are overwhelmed by all the things to do on your list? Well don’t stress and let the Douglaston Manor do all the work for you. Come meet the vendors and taste the cuisine the chef and his culinary staff will prepare. Featuring a DJ showcase by Ultimate Sound DJs.

Thursday, April 3 Bridal Extravaganza on April 3 at Hilton Long Island - Huntington from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Featuring 83 booths of Long Island’s most popular wedding vendors to help you plan the perfect wedding. Come and check put some of the latest trends! There will be a band and DJ showcase as well as the unique and trend setting Gown Lounge. And something new for the grooms-to-be; introducing the Tuxedo Courtyard. And don’t forget to register and bring your future husband. All grooms-to-be in attendance are automatically entered to win a 1080p SMART TV. Contact Hilton Long Island for preregistration. Admission is $5 at the door.

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Valentine’s Day And Bakeries BY LYN DOBRIN

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Lello Messina of Dortoni. (Photo by Lyn Dobrin)

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It starts in October with Halloween. Candy. Lots of it. Then we move into November with the feast of Thanksgiving and then quickly onto Christmas with eggnog and candy canes and Chanukah with latkes and sour cream. New Year’s Eve comes with drinking and more feasting. At last, it is January and the indulging slows down. Everyone goes on a diet; it’s time to eat sensibly. And then comes Valentine’s Day and the bakers and candy makers and restaurants conspire to get us eating all that stuff again. Resistance is futile and we have all of March for austerity until chocolate bunnies arrive in April. Here’s the news on three local bakeries gearing up for Valentine’s Day. Lello Messina’s father and grandfather were bakers in Naples, but when he decided to open his own bakeshop — Dortoni in Levittown in 1976 — he knew he wanted it to be more than an Italian pastry shop. So, in addition to cannoli and sfogliatelle, Dortoni produces rich pastries such as French profiteroles and Austrian linzertorte. Numerous Valentine’s Day inspired cakes and cookies will be available at Dortoni’s and the Messina family’s

other two pastry shops — La Bonne Boulangerie in East Norwich and Port Jefferson. Robert Ellinger, the owner of Baked to Perfection in Port Washington, has achieved the two highest certifications in the baking world: Certified Master Baker and Certified Executive Pastry Chef. Ellinger has received many awards in the pastry world and in 2010 (and again in 2012) was the head judge of the World Pastry Championship, the first American to achieve this honor. Baked to Perfection opened in 1986 and this year, Ellinger opened the Ellinger Baking Institute, also in Port Washington, to share his knowledge. Look for red velvet biscotti, Valentine snowmen and heart shaped cookies. There’s lots of heart-shaped baked goods at A Taste of Home in North Bellmore: a rainbow cookie cake covered in chocolate, brownie cakes, linzertortes in small, medium and large, fondant cakes and cookies, all baked by Rose Fuger who owns the café/bakery with her sister Monica Tarantino. Rose, a self-taught baker, has the distinction of being chosen to compete on the TV reality show, Sweet Genius. Although she didn’t win the competition, she is proud of being one of only two Long Island bakers ever to appear on the show.

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For several years, vintage engagement and wedding sets have been trending, whether it is an estate piece or a reproduction of the styles of the 1920s and 30s, inspired from the Edwardian or Belle Epoch Eras. The intricate designs and workmanship were influenced by a prosperous time in Europe when the Art Nouveau movement influenced everything from art and architecture to fashion and jewelry. These type of engagement rings are usually set in either platinum or 18 karat or 14 karat white gold. If you are not lucky enough to have an estate piece handed down through the generations there are many local estate jewelry dealers and consignment jewelers on Long Island, including the Oyster Bay, Manhasset, and Plainview locations of Coin Galleries of Oyster Bay, and even more of a selection at online estate jewelers. Jackie Einhorn, estate jeweler at Coin Galleries of Oyster Bay said, “We are definitely seeing a trend in vintage jewelry and a lot of jewelers are doing vintage lines, reproductions of the original pieces.” The most traditional Vintage-style engagement rings will feature a round center diamond, although princess

cut, pear shaped and oval diamonds are also popular. Vintage ring settings are typically contoured, featuring diamond accents on the band, and detail either in the form of many finely set diamonds or elaborate patterns that have been created in the metal. “I love vintage, myself,” said Einhorn. “I just like how dainty and delicate the design is; I like the single-cut diamonds, a thing of the past.” She added, There are usually two types of popular settings also, the pave setting and the cathedral type. In a pave setting, an indentation is first made in the gold for the diamond to “sit” in and then a tiny amount of the gold is pulled over the diamond to hold it in place. The diamonds are smaller and set very close together. The second type of ring is a cathedral type ring setting with a great amount of artistic detailing that includes milgrain (raised beaded edges engraved into the ring) and filigree detail (intricate twisted or scroll patterns) that is often beautifully displayed with a side view that also features a bezel set diamond. Einhorn also mentioned engravings which are traditional on most vintage rings. “It’s romantic, like an old message from the 1920s,” although she said not everyone prefers the messages from the past on the inside of the bands, which can be easily removed.

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Notes of appreciation: Whether the recipient gave you a gift, hosted you for dinner or did a special favor, keep the message brief and sincere. Don’t ever hesitate to send a note of appreciation just to let someone know how truly special they are. Unexpected notes are always wonderful to receive. Celebratory cards: When acknowledging the birth of a baby or the recent wedding of a friend or relative, pick a card they will want to save and treasure for years to come. When writing your sentiment inside, keep congratulations simple and let them know you share in their joy. Remember, cards and notes are about letting another person know how much their friendship, gifts or presence means to you. Follow a simple formula, add a few personal touches and you will soon be writing cards with ease.

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here’s where experience plays in, like that of decades old jewelry stores like Solomon Jewelers or H.L. Gross & Bro. Jewelers (shown above). For generations, both companies have been serving the community. Solomon Jewelers, with stores in Plainview and Albertson, has been serving the community for 70 years, with two generations of experience including certified appraisals, design staff, repairs and watchmakers on premises. Stacey Sachs, one of the family owners of Solomon Jewelers, told Anton Community Newspapers that she is seeing a trend in vintage and reproduction jewelry for engagement and wedding sets. “We are seeing a lot of halo mountings for engagement rings and matching wedding sets; a lot of people are going through a trendy phase though.” Sachs, who runs the Albertson location for Solomon Jewelers, said couples are typically searching for something classic, elegant, or a little trendy, and especially in search of styles by Verragio, of which Solomon Jewelers is the only premiere certified Verragio agent in the state. “Brides want something interesting and beautiful, something they can wear every day,” added Sachs. While she has noticed that couples are spending about the same as in the recent past, she said couples do tend to spend more on wedding jewelry because it is one of the most special occasions. Other popular lines at Solomon are Marco Bicego, Honora, and Jordan

Scott. Solomon Jewelers is also the only certified Le Vian Couture Boutique in the state. Sachs and her brothers Marc and Robert Solomon run both locations, while their father, Albert, continues to be involved with the overall operations. H.L. Gross & Bro. Jewelers in Garden City is a 5th generation, family-owned business, established in 1910. The first store opened in Brooklyn, then in Jamaica, before moving to Hempstead, and then finally to Garden City in 1968. Brad Gross said many of their customers, even ones who have moved from New York, still rely on their service. “I now serve a lot of the children of some of my father’s original customers,” said Gross. The store’s specialty is their bridal selection, the diamond engagement rings. “We have the largest selection, I’d say, in New York, of designer engagement sets, diamond settings,” said Gross. The store represents industry’s top bridal designers such as Tacori, Verragio, Simon G, Jeff Cooper, A. Jaffe, and more. In Garden City, H.L. Gross & Bro. Jewelers has relocated across the street to a larger store, now at 840 Franklin Ave. Visit www.hlgross.com or call 800-979-1910 for information. Solomon Jewelers www.solomonjewelers.com has two locations: Fairway Market Center, 74 Manetto Hill Plaza in Plainview (516-6816111) and Waldbaums Shopping Center, 1030 Willis Ave., Albertson (516-484-6444).

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