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Chef ’s Catering Weddings & Events

Elegant Cuisine and Customized Service at Affordable Prices www.ChefsCatering.com • 704-321-2121

Creative Food Concepts • Over 50 yrs of combined catering & event coordinating • Executive chef and culinary staff ree banquet facilities • Oﬀ premise catering

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For Weddings, Receptions and Honeymoons! www.VisitCabarrus.com For wedding information about • Hotel accommodations • List of venues • Welcome bags provided for guests booking in Cabarrus County hotels • Suggested itineraries of things to do in the area • Local catering suggestions • Party rental information • Local event planner information • Transportation recommendations Connie Inggs 704.260.8123 of Cabarrus County Convention and Visitors Bureau or email connie@visitcabarrus.com 45

 Elegant Ballrooms for receptions up to 600 people  Bridal Packages to fit every budget  Custom menus available  Complimentary banquet room rental with food and beverage minimum  Newly renovated upscale guest room accommodations  Convenient location to Uptown Charlotte, I-77, I-277 and I-85  Complimentary Hotel Shuttle for your guests within five miles of the hotel

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704-347-5972 508 Dr. MLK, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202

704-373-0917 530 Dr. MLK, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202

Where you should stay for that Special Day!!

• Convenient Uptown Location • Special Group Rates • Romance Packages • Indoor Pools & Workout Rooms • Our Sales Department offers a One Stop Shop for both hotels for all of your Wedding needs • Beautiful Banquet Facilities for up to 80 people • Perfect for your Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower or Small Intimate Wedding

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Everything. Right where you need it.

• Receptions - Banquet space for 120 people • On-site catering • Rehearsal dinners • All inclusive bridal packages • Pre-wedding celebrations • Guest accommodations - Group rates • Custom wedding menus

Ask about the complimentary suite. 425 Towne Center Blvd. Pineville, NC 28134

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Let The Holiday Inn Charlotte Center City Host Your

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• Featuring a one-of-akind rooftop reception area: High above our 15th floor, our Rooftop Rotunda offers a panoramic view of Charlotte’s skyline, creating the perfect backdrop for your memorable event. • For professional assistance in planning your reception, our wedding specialist is available evenings and Saturdays by appointment. • All catering exclusively by Caffe Siena

• Located in the heart of Uptown • All inclusive wedding packages

Charlotte Center City • 230 N. College Street Charlotte, North Carolina 28202 Call 704-335-5400 • www.hicharlotte.com Call and speak to our Wedding Specialist at ext. 472

L et our Catering Professionals handle the details for a perfect beginning and ending to a fabulous wedding.

Reception Venue Accommodates up to 400 Guests. Special Overnight Room Rates for your Out-of-Town Guests. Complimentary Upgraded Sleeping Room for Bride and Groom.

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Weddington Swim and Racquet Club What better place to host your Wedding Reception, Rehearsal Dinner or Special Occasion than our Clubhouse! We can accommodate up to 125 Cathedral Ceilings: Parquet Floor Gas Fireplace

Catered by: Creative Food Concepts, Inc Call the Club Office:

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receptions 1812 Hitching Post • 704 546 5443 2463 Turnersburg, Hwy. • Turnersburg, NC All-includisve packages, from ceremony to reception. Breathtaking setting. Indoor banquet room and chapel. 200 C A O American Ballroom Dance Club • 704 763 3586 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 400 • Pineville, NC Beautiful decorated 3,000 sq. ft. facility with dance floor & kitchen. 150+ C O Bravo Cucina Italiana • 704 597 1455 Northlake Mall • 6851 Northlake Mall Drive Perfect location for small reception or rehearsal dinner up to approx 75 people. Fabulous food! Beautiful Facility...Elegant Banquet room. Call for details. 75 Cabarrus Arena & Events Center • 704 920 3976 4751 Hwy. 49 N. • Concord, NC Beautiful reception facility, with professional, courteous staff and reasonably priced on-site food and beverage service. 50-800 Cabarrus NC Convention and Visitors Bureau • 704 260 8123 So many options for the modern bride, any size, any budget. C A O Clary’s Banquet Facility • 704 882 1890 6304 Secrest Shortcut Road • Indian Trail, NC Clary’s is a state of the art facility with over 6,000 sq. ft. available. We provide staff in assisting you in planning all the details. 250+ C Courtyard by Marriott/Gastonia • 704 852 4411 1856 Remount Road • Gastonia, NC Flexible ballroom, ceremony location, special lighting, professional catering available - Perfect location. 150 C K A O Crowne Plaza Charlotte • 704 372 7550 201 S. McDowell Street • Charlotte, NC Newly renovated, upscale guest rooms, receptions up to 600 people. Custom menus available - conveniently located to uptown. 600 C O legend: C - ceremony location; K - kosher; A - outside caterers allowed, O - outdoor facilities 63

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Dairy Barn, The • 803 547 1169 288 Dairy Barn Lane • Fort Mill, SC Built in 1946, totally renovated in unforgettable setting. Perfect for weddings, parties, etc. Your caterer or ours. 400 C A O Deerpond Plantation • 704 536 4559 8033 Hood Road • Charlotte, NC Beautifully set on 16 acres of Charlotte woodlands with tropical trees and plants. 1200 sq ft gazebo at waters edge adjoining a large garden terrace. 50-100 C A O Dennis Vineyards & Winery • 704 982 6090 24043 Endy Road • Albemarie, NC A place in the Vineyards where memories are made. Ceremony by the lake to the NEW indoor ballroom. We are unique in every way! C O Hampton Inn & Suites Phillips Place • 704 319 5700 6700 Phillips Place Court • Charlotte, NC Perfect for rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, bachelor parties and baby showers. Ceremony location in garden setting or in our luxurious great room. 125 C O Hilton Charlotte University • 704 547 7444 University Place/8629 JM Keynes Drive • Charlotte, NC Brand new 7000 sq. ft. ballroom. Several ballrooms to accommodate almost any size function. Lakeside settings & specially designed packages. 785 C O Hilton Garden Inn - Charlotte/Ayrsley • 704 970 5000 1920 Ayrsley Town Blvd • Charlotte, NC Charlotte’s newest Hilton Garden Inn is a mix use business/residential community. Banquet facility available for receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers. 180 C Hilton Garden Inn Pineville • 704 889 3279 425 Towne Centre Blvd, Pineville, NC Let the staff of Hilton Garden Inn make your shower, rehearsal dinner or reception an event to remember! 150 Holiday Inn Center City • 704 335 5400 ext.460 230 N. College Street • Charlotte, NC A one of a kind roof top reception. High above our 15th floor, our rooftop offers a panoramic view of Charlotte’s skyline. C O

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receptions ilBella Gardens • 704 781 0017 24767 Snickers Lane • Albemarle, NC “A Magical Place to get married” C A O Lakes A Wedding & Party Place, The • 704 933 7482 4577 Hilton Lake Road • Kannapolis, NC The Lakes… secluded amongst some of Kannapolis’ oldest private lands… large gazebo over looking the waters edge. Indoor and outdoors ceremonies. C Sardis Swim & Racquet Club • 704 364 1533 7400 Thermal Road • Charlotte, NC Beautiful room with hard wood floors - wall of windows over looking pool and surrounding by woods. 120 South Charlotte Banquet Center • 704 341 3312 9009 Bryant Farms Road • Charlotte, NC South Charlotte’s newest banquet facilities located in the Ballantyne area. Full catering packages, all ABC permits. Outside patio. C K O Verdict Ridge Golf & Country Club • 704 257 0117 7332 Kidville Road • Denver, NC Breathtaking views and beautiful Golf Course. Clubhouse is perfect for intimate weddings receptions, rehearsal dinners or any social event. 120 C O Weddington Swim and Racquet Club • 704 846 9262 4315 Matthews Weddington Road • Matthews, NC Newly renovated clubhouse, we are the perfect place to host your special event. 100 C A O

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Mecklenburg Bridal Gallery

“Voted Charlotte’s #1 Bridal Salon for 2005” Exclusive Gowns Mecklenburg Bridal Gallery has served the Carolina’s since 1981

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Your wedding dress is supposed to make you feel like a million bucks, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend a million on it! It’s okay to look at several boutiques before deciding on “the one”.

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fashion attire Anjolique Bridal & Formal 704 237 4479 Birkdale Shopping Center, Huntersville, NC Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 1-5 Varies • • Anjolique Bridal & Formal 704 735 6658 233 E. Main Street, Lincolnton, NC Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 1-5 Varies • • Bedazzled Bridal & Formal 704 865 3492 Westfield-Eastridge Mall, 246 New Hope Rd., Gastonia, NC Mon-Fri 10:30-8:30, Sat 10-9, Sun 12:30-6 Varies • • • Bridal House, The 704 597 0613 8432 Old Statesville Road, Suite 400A, Charlotte, NC Tues-Sat 10-5 Varies • • Brides Choice, The 704 781 0017 217 West Main Street, Locust, NC Tues-Fri 10-6, Sat 9-2 Varies • • • Jet Taylor Bridal Jewels 704 556 1155 8418-C Park Road, Charlotte, NC Mon & Tues 12-8, Thurs, Fri, Sat 10-5 Call • Mecklenburg Bridal Gallery 704 556 7789 8418-C Park Road, Charlotte, NC Mon & Tues 12-8, Thurs, Fri & Sat 10-5 $$$ • • Simply Elegant 803 548 3900 212 Main Street, Fort Mill, SC By appointment only $$$ • • • Social Butterfly, The 704-864-7181 207 S. Broad Street, Gastonia, NC Mon 1-5, Tues-Fri 11-5, Sat 10-5 Varies • • •

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fashion jewelry A Lasting Romance Arboretum Shopping Center 8036 Providence Rd., Charlotte, NC Adam Jewelers & Repair Galleria Mall 2301-172 Dave Lyle Blvd, Rock Hill, SC Alexander Zachary Jewelers 175 N. Main Street, Mooresville, NC Allison Love’s Fine Jewelry 2030 Cherry Road, Rock Hill, NC 10605-A Park Road, Charlotte, NC Ballantyne Jewelers 12335 N. Community House Rd., Charlotte, NC. Baucom-Phillips Jewelers, Inc. 1715 Dale Earnhart Blvd., Kannapolis, NC Brownlee Jewelers Park Road Shopping Center 4147 Park Road, Charlotte, NC Town Center 8546 University Blvd, Charlotte, NC Northcross 9763-B Sam Furr Rd., Exit 25, Huntersville, NC The Arboretum 8022 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC Manchester Village 1969 Canterbury Glenn Rock Hill, SC 212 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 7868 J Rea Road, Charlotte, NC CR Jewelers 8111 Concord Mills Blvd. #514 Concord, NC Douglas Harris Jewelers 1753 Old Country Club Road, Gastonia, NC Ellis Jewelers 29 Union Street, South Concord, NC

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Fink’s Jewelers Northlake Mall, #259, Charlotte, NC 704-927-4888 First Impressions 122 Town Center Drive, Mooresville, NC 704-660-0871 Golden Accent Jewelers 1001 East W.T. Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC 704-548-1990 Helzberg Diamonds 6801 Northlake Mall Dr, Ste. 272, Charlotte, NC 704-921-7696 Concord Mills Mall #238, Concord Mills, NC 704-979-1809 J. Jones Jewelers, Inc 11229 E. Independence B., Matthews, NC 704-845-2058 The Jewel Box Birkdale Village 16915 Birkdale Commons Pkwy. Ste. C, Huntersville, NC 704-896-1780 Stonecrest Shopping Center 7804-C Rea Road Bld. E, Charlotte, NC 704-540-8662 Karat Patch Jewelry 901 Province Road, Charlotte, NC 704-334-3188 King’s Jewelry 1819-400 Matthews Township Parkway, Matthews, NC 704-841-2013 Malak Jewelers Arboretum Shopping Center 8042 Providence Road 704-341-1188 Morris Jewelers 1301 East Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 704-865-4471 Morrison Smith Jewelers 705 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC 704-332-1605 Norman Hege Jeweler 6908 Mathews Mint Hill Rd., Hannaford Plaza Rock Hill, SC 803-327-7850 Ranbec Jewelers 6908 Mathews Mint Hill Road, Ste. 320, Charlotte, NC 704-545-8590 Reeds Jewelers Carolina Place Mall, Carolina Place Parkway, Pineville, NC 704-543-9394 Concord Mills, 8111 Concord Mills Blvd.. Concord NC 704-979-1414

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Honeymoon Checklist Things you definitely don’t want to forget on your honeymoon. • Digital camera • Camcorder • Batteries • Cosmetics • Deodorant • Hair dryer • Corkscrew or bottle opener • Shampoo & Conditioner • Toothbrushes & Toothpaste

• Disposable razors • Q-tips • Nail clippers/scissors • First-aid kit • Feminine hygiene products • Aspirin • Antacids • Extra souvenir bag • Hairbrush

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• Bathing suits • Sandals • Coverups • Sunscreen & Tanning lotion • Sunglasses • Beach bag • Magazines

• Winter jacket • Hat • Boots • Gloves • Sweaters & Sweatshirts • Thick socks • Thermal underwear

Keep all important items in a carry-on bag • Tickets • Traveler’s checks/Cash • Jewelry • Identification (Driver’s licenses, Passports, Visas) • Eyewear/Contact lens

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Email yourself all important information in case of lost or stolen.

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Tony and Sheila Johnson, Owners Office: (704) 595-9699 • Cell: (704) 904-5706 www.dreamcruiseagency.com

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Before you pick your destination, make a list of your likes and dislikes. If you are not a fan of snow, Colorado might not be a good choice for you!

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Make the trip a little easier for your out-of-town guests. Before they arrive, make them a welcome basket filled with goodies that will get them excited about the wedding. Plus, it might take the edge off the 6 hour plane flight!

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If the bride is changing her name, she should contact the following agencies: Driver’s license Contact your local DMV. Inform them you have changed your name and need the records to reflect the change. Social Security Call 800 772 1213, or visit www.ssa.gov for information. Federal income taxes Fill out your tax return with your new name. Social Security should forward the information you filed with them regarding your name change to the IRS, so confirm the IRS received the information. State taxes (if applicable) Contact your local tax offices. Inform them of your old name, new name and Social Security number. Passport Visit www.travel.state.gov/passport for more information. Also contact companies related to: • bank accounts • investments • credit cards • insurance • legal documents • other bills • any other place your name is listed 131

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After the big day, the next question is...

what to do with the dress? For years the only option was to have it cleaned then stored in a wedding gown preservation box. Brides around the country are rebelling against this age old tradition. Once the dress walks down the aisle, some thrill seeking brides are trashing their dress... all while a photographer captures the moment. Kicking around in mud, swimming in a lake and dancing in a fountain are only a few of the many options. Face it; your daughter is not going to wear your dress, so you might as well get some unique photographs before it is banished to a box under your bed!

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guide Attire & Accessories Anjolique Bridal & Formal.........................85a Bedazzled Bridal & Formal....................... 85b Jet Taylor Bridal Jewels.............................. 82 Mecklenburg Bridal Gallery........................ 83 The Bridal House........................................ 80 The Brides Choice....................................... 81 The Social Butterfly Bridal Boutique & Salon................................................... 86 Bachelor & Bachelorette Parties Bravo Italiana’....................................32b,57a Bucca’s Restaurant................................... 56b Cabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center.. 45 Hilton Charlotte University Place............... 40 Ramada Inn & Conference Centet.............. 53 Verdict Ridge Golf & Country Club.............61a Bridal Beauty, Salons & Spas Anjolique Bridal & Formal.........................85a Mary Kay Cosmetics................................... 17 The Social Butterfly Bridal Boutique & Salon................................................... 86 Bridal Events & Shows Bridal Shows.............................................. 18 CharlotteBridalShow.com.......................... 24 Hampton Inn & Suites SouthPark............... 23 PWG Winter Bridal Show- Charlotte........... 21 The Bridal Showcase.................................. 20 York County Bridal Showcase..................... 22 Bridal Consultants Anjolique Bridal & Formal.........................85a Bella Corture Events................................129a Elegantly Affordable Wedding Planners............................................25,128 IlBella Garden............................................ 45

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Just Marry DVD.......................................... 11 The Bridal House........................................ 80 The Brides Choice....................................... 81 Bridal Party Gifts Anjolique Bridal & Formal.........................85a Bella Corture Events................................129a Dennis Vineyard and Winery................... 6,38 Jet Taylor Bridal Jewels.............................. 82 Macy’s..................................................... 2,96 The Bridal House........................................ 80 Cakes 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b Austin’s Bakery & Design............................ 30 Bella Donna Catering................................32a Chefs Catering...........................................33a Clary’s Banquet Facility.............................58a Simple Elegant........................................... 84 Sweet Creations......................................... 31 Table Décor & More................................28,42 Cake Toppers 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b Austin’s Bakery & Design............................ 30 Caterers 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b Bella Donna Catering................................32a Bravo Italiana’....................................32b,57a Bucca’s Restaurant................................... 56b Chefs Catering...........................................33a Creative Food Concepts.............................59a Simple Elegant........................................... 84 South Charlotte Banquet Center................ 55 Table Décor & More................................28,42 Ceremony Locations 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b

Cabarrus Arena..........................................62a Cabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center.. 45 Clary’s Banquet Facility.............................58a Courtyard by Marriott Gastonia................ 58b Deerpond Plantation................................ 59b Dennis Vineyard and Winery................... 6,38 Hilton Charlotte University Place............... 40 Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown.......... 49 Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Ayrsley.......... 60 IlBella Garden............................................ 45 Lakes A Wedding & Party Place, The.......... 52 Morningstar Lutheran Chapel.................... 67 South Charlotte Banquet Center................ 55 Verdict Ridge Golf & Country Club.............61a Ceremony Music 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b Chair Covers Chair Covers & Linens................................... 8 Connie Duglin Linens.............................10,72 China, Crystal, Silver Dillard’s................................................. BC,96 Gala Affairs................................................ 74 Macy’s..................................................... 2,96 Creative Touches 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b Bella Corture Events................................129a Chefs Catering...........................................33a Elegantly Affordable Wedding Planners............................................25,128 Emma’s Royal Flowers............................. 1,70 Ice Sensations............................................ 27 Jet Taylor Bridal Jewels.............................. 82 Shutterbooth.......................................60,113 The Bridal House........................................ 80

The Social Butterfly Bridal Boutique & Salon................................................... 86 Dance Instruction American Ballroom ..................................56a Destination Weddings 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b All About Honeymoons............................ 102 Cabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center.. 45 Dennis Vineyard and Winery................... 6,38 Dream Cruise Travel.................................105a Mann Travels..........................................9,103 Event Décor/Decorations 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b Bella Corture Events................................129a Chair Covers & Linens................................... 8 Connie Duglin Linens.............................10,72 Elegantly Affordable Wedding Planners............................................25,128 Emma’s Royal Flowers............................. 1,70 Gala Affairs................................................ 74 Ice Sensations............................................ 27 Table Décor & More................................28,42 The Flower Diva......................................... 73 Favors Bella Corture Events................................129a Jet Taylor Bridal Jewels.............................. 82 Floral Design & Décor 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b Emma’s Royal Flowers............................. 1,70 Table Décor & More................................28,42 The Flower Diva......................................... 73 Formal Attire Anjolique Bridal & Formal.........................85a

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guide Bedazzled Bridal & Forma........................ 85b The Bridal House........................................ 80 The Brides Choice....................................... 81 Gift Baskets Dennis Vineyard and Winery................... 6,38 Gift Registry Dillard’s................................................. BC,96 Macy’s..................................................... 2,96 Royal Prestige............................................ 98 Guest Accommodations Cabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center.. 45 Courtyard by Marriott Gastonia................ 58b Courtyard by Marriott Matthews.............. 106 Courtyard by Marriott Rock Hill................ 106 Crowne Plaza Charlotte.............................. 46 Hampton Inn & Suites Airport.................. 107 Hampton Inn & Suites Concord.............. 109b Hampton Inn & Suites Matthews........... 109b Hampton Inn & Suites SouthPark............... 48 Hampton Inn- Charlotte Uptown............... 49 Hawthorn Suites.................................... 109b Hilton Charlotte University Place............... 40 Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown.......... 49 Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Ayrsley.......... 60 Hilton Garden Inn Pineville........................ 50 Holiday Inn Center City............................... 51 Quality Inn Huntersville......................... 109b Ramada Inn & Conference Centet.............. 53 Home Furnishings Dillard’s................................................. BC,96 Macy’s..................................................... 2,96 Honeymoon & Travel All About Honeymoons............................ 102 Dream Cruise Travel.................................105a

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Mann Travels..........................................9,103 Hospitality Services Cabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center.. 45 Courtyard by Marriott Gastonia................ 58b Courtyard by Marriott Rock Hill................ 106 Crowne Plaza Charlotte.............................. 46 Hampton Inn & Suites Airport.................. 107 Hampton Inn & Suites Concord.............. 109b Hampton Inn & Suites Matthews........... 109b Hampton Inn- Charlotte Uptown............... 49 Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown.......... 49 Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Ayrsley.......... 60 Holiday Inn Center City............................... 51 Ramada Inn & Conference Centet.............. 53 Ice Sculptures Ice Sensations............................................ 27 Invitations & Accessories Bella Corture Events................................129a Elegantly Affordable Wedding Planners............................................25,128 Jet Taylor Bridal Jewels.............................. 82 Table Décor & More................................28,42 The Bridal House........................................ 80 The Brides Choice....................................... 81 Jewelry Allison Love’s Fine Jewelry ........................ 86 Anjolique Bridal & Formal.........................85a Jet Taylor Bridal Jewels.............................. 82 Macy’s..................................................... 2,96 The Bridal House........................................ 80 The Brides Choice....................................... 81 The Social Butterfly Bridal Boutique & Salon................................................... 86

Kitchens & Cookware Macy’s..................................................... 2,96 Royal Prestige............................................ 98 Linens Chair Covers & Linens................................... 8 Connie Duglin Linens.............................10,72 Gala Affairs................................................ 74 Macy’s..................................................... 2,96 Lingerie Macy’s..................................................... 2,96 Music & Entertainment 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b Shutterbooth.......................................60,113 Personalized Photo Albums Aphrodite Photography........................... 120 Fort Mill Photography.............................. 121 Image Gallery.......................................... 123 Jet Taylor Bridal Jewels.............................. 82 Juliet Photography................................... 123 Lisa Crates Photography..........................124a Professional Photographic....................... 116 Professional Photography Group............ 124b Special Moments Photography................ 118 Tim Hines Photography............................ 122 Whitney Photography & Video................. 125 Photography 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b Aphrodite Photography........................... 120 Fort Mill Photography.............................. 121 Image Gallery.......................................... 123 Juliet Photography................................... 123 Lisa Crates Photography..........................124a Professional Photographic....................... 116 Professional Photography Group............ 124b

Shutterbooth.......................................60,113 Special Moments Photography................ 118 Tim Hines Photography............................ 122 Whitney Photography & Video................. 125 Preservation Gown & Floral Anjolique Bridal & Formal.........................85a Bedazzled Bridal & Forma........................ 85b Jet Taylor Bridal Jewels.............................. 82 The Bridal House........................................ 80 The Brides Choice....................................... 81 The Social Butterfly Bridal Boutique & Salon................................................... 86 Receptions & Rehearsal Dinners 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b American Ballroom ..................................56a Bravo Italiana’....................................32b,57a Bucca’s Restaurant................................... 56b Cabarrus Arena..........................................62a Cabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center.. 45 Chefs Catering...........................................33a Clary’s Banquet Facility.............................58a Courtyard by Marriott Gastonia................ 58b Crowne Plaza Charlotte.............................. 46 Deerpond Plantation................................ 59b Dennis Vineyard and Winery................... 6,38 Hilton Charlotte University Place............... 40 Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown.......... 49 Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Ayrsley.......... 60 Hilton Garden Inn Pineville........................ 50 IlBella Garden............................................ 45 Lakes A Wedding & Party Place, The.......... 52 Morningstar Lutheran Chapel.................... 67 Ramada Inn & Conference Centet.............. 53 Sardis Swim/Racquet................................. 54 South Charlotte Banquet Center................ 55 The Dairy Barn........................................... 48

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guide Verdict Ridge Golf & Country Club.............61a Weddington Swim and Racquet Club....... 61b Rentals 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b Chair Covers & Linens................................... 8 Connie Duglin Linens.............................10,72 Gala Affairs................................................ 74 Shutterbooth.......................................60,113 Table Décor & More................................28,42 Showers Bruches & Luncheons 1812 Hitching Post................................... 57b American Ballroom ..................................56a Bravo Italiana’....................................32b,57a Bucca’s Restaurant................................... 56b Cabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center.. 45 Clary’s Banquet Facility.............................58a Courtyard by Marriott Gastonia................ 58b Courtyard by Marriott Matthews.............. 106 Courtyard by Marriott Rock Hill................ 106 Crowne Plaza Charlotte.............................. 46 Deerpond Plantation................................ 59b Hampton Inn & Suites SouthPark............... 48 Hampton Inn- Charlotte Uptown............... 49 Hilton Charlotte University Place............... 40 Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown.......... 49 Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Ayrsley.......... 60 Hilton Garden Inn Pineville........................ 50 Holiday Inn Center City............................... 51 IlBella Garden............................................ 45 Lakes A Wedding & Party Place, The.......... 52 Morningstar Lutheran Chapel.................... 67 Ramada Inn & Conference Centet.............. 53 Sardis Swim/Racquet................................. 54 The Dairy Barn........................................... 48 Verdict Ridge Golf & Country Club.............61a Weddington Swim and Racquet Club....... 61b

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