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THE EMCEE Provide the emcee with an events schedule. If introductions are to be made, review the pronunciation of names and relay each person’s relationship to the bride and groom. To avoid awkward moments, inform your emcee about family sensitivities so they can phrase introductions to make all feel comfortable and acknowledged.
THE RECEPTION
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Your reception will account for the majority of your budget and planning. Make the most of both by taking time to orchestrate it. Timing of key moments should be communicated to vendors, guests, and your wedding party. TRANSITION FROM CEREMONY TO RECEPTION Avoid a large time gap between the ceremony and reception. Guests will likely arrive at the reception feeling less than fresh after wearing the same celebratory clothes all day; those with children will have to arrange for all-day childcare.
DIRECTING YOUR GUESTS If the wedding ceremony and reception are at different places, designate someone to greet and guide your guests to the cocktail or reception area, or make sure that there is adequate directional signage. ASSIGNED SEATING If you opt for assigned seating, provide a copy of the seating chart to your caterer or event planner so they can arrange the seating cards in advance. In the case of open seating, reserve specific tables for yourselves and the bridal party, as well as family and honored guests. TIMELINE Most receptions last about four hours, and should include the following:
VENUE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . country club OPTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . indoor & outdoor EVENT TYPE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ceremony & reception CEREMONY CAPACITY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . up to 200 RECEPTION CAPACITY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . up to 200 CATERING RANGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $38 & up FACILITY RANGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2500 & up PARKING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . complimentary
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VEN UE REVIEW
• Formal introduction of bride and groom • Seating of guests at their tables • Your first dance • Toasts, to begin as the first course is served • Main course • Dancing • Cake cutting and dessert course • Bouquet and garter toss • Grand finale—the couple’s departure MAKE IT YOU! While the idea of a ceremony and reception may seem traditional, you can make yours completely unique. Weave your interests, culture, and passions into your celebration. And, most importantly, don’t sweat the small stuff. Things happen and plans change. n
