Engaged River Valley Issue 14

ISSUE 14 2020

Airbrush Makeup

LOOK FLAWLESS FOR YOUR BIG DAY

Behind-the-Scenes Videos

Transform Your Venue

WITH SPECIALTY LIGHTING




SEE HOW OUR INSPIRATION SHOOTS COME TO LIFE!

SHARING THE

love

IN OUR BEAUTIFUL

River Valley

REGION

Photo by Silvernale Photography

Photo by Bret and Brandie Photography

Inspiration 10 Flower Child

Real Weddings

Photo by Morgan Williams Photography

Photo by Rachelle Baggett Photography

Pro Tips

Love Local

18 Sustaining Love

58 Locked in Love

64 Another Chance

4 Setting the Stage For Your Outdoor Wedding

26 Je T’aime

72 Fun & Free

40 Our World Has Changed

78 Sweet Surprise 84 Game Time 96 Through it All 102 Forever Friends

43 Airbrush Makeup 49 Taking Care of Your Skin During a Pandemic

8 Evansville State Hospital 34 North Main Annex

37 Roads End Ranch 46 Whitney Bridges Design 55 Golf at Cambridge

70 The History of Mistletoe and Ivy

51 Does Bridal Shopping 90 Harpist Emily Fife Feel Bananas?

94 Shelly Copeland 110 Something Blue

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LETTERS FROM THE EDITORS This issue is all about bringing the love outdoors.

With the current ongoing pandemic, we wanted to showcase ideas on how couples can plan their weddings around social distancing and gathering restrictions. Without losing any of the style and beauty of typical weddings, you can have a dream ceremony and reception with a little creativity. And for the first time, we invite you to see how our exclusive inspiration shoots come together! We took the time to talk about the ideas that spark these shoots, how we dive into the styles we create and give you behind-the-scenes footage on all the fun. Just click on the video icon on each of the inspiration shoot features!

Cheers!

CO N N E C T W I T H U S

JoElle Knight and Nikki Davis

JOELLE KNIGHT

FOUNDER & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF @ENGAGEDRIVERVALLEY

@ENGAGEDRIVERVALLEY

ON OUR

Cover

@ENGAGEDRV

This cover shot screams confidence and beauty. As soon as we laid eyes on this shot, taken by our friend Allie Silvernale of Silvernale Photography, we knew we had our Issue 14 cover.

This shoot came together as a result of our longtime friendship with Mary Ellen of Timberview Flower Farm on the Northwest side of Evansville. We knew we wanted to create an inspiration shoot that showed couples how beautiful an outdoor or backyard wedding could look using only locally sourced flowers from our local flower farms. With buckets and buckets of floral ready for us to place and a gorgeous painted counter to display them on, we knew we had created a perfect spot for our cake tablescape. The rest was up to our model Destiny Gunn and photographer Allie who together created this stunning shot that shows exactly what it takes to be a superb photographer – composition, lighting and model coordination. When you have the photographer experience and artistic eye, you can create powerful shots that evoke emotions.

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NIKKI DAVIS

MANAGING EDITOR

Meet The Team BEHIND ENGAGED!

JoElle Knight

Nikki Davis

Bobbi Hammonds

Julia Baker

Co-founder and Editor-in-Chief JoElle Knight has been in the event and wedding business for over 15 years.

Whether it is coordinating and creating community events for area non-profits, creating beauty for weddings and many of the styled shoots you see on these pages, or getting giddy over new wedding venues, she always has an eye for quality, design and new trends. Obsessed with décor, DIY projects and home renovations, she loves to overhaul houses and bring personality into her surroundings. When she is not writing, creating or designing, she is with her 3 kids and husband dreaming of new projects, summer yard sales and epic books. You can follow her on Instagram at @sycamorelifestyle

Web & Graphic Designer Bobbi has been our website guru since ENGAGED debuted, and she now handles the layout of each issue. Bobbi began her graphic career over 10 years ago, specializing in design and hand illustration.

Her artistry can also be found in many of our photoshoots showcasing her 5 Pink Peonies LLC, custom stationery.

A woman of many talents, she has written a children’s book, magazine articles and assisted many local businesses with their branding and marketing. Her greatest work, though, comes at home as the mother of 5 girls, one of which has special needs. She has become an advocate for local families dealing with children with special needs, and her handicap parking campaign has been featured on multiple local news sources. Bobbi’s idea of fun are home renovation projects, whimsical drawings, being with her family, and going to Disney World, her happiest place on earth.

Follow her on Instagram @my_5_girls

Co-founder and Managing Editor Nikki Davis has been a leader in the local wedding industry for almost 20 years. She began her wedding career as a photographer then moved into producing local wedding shows. In 2007, she founded the Evansville Wedding Networking Group to connect local wedding vendors and create friendships. Her passion for giving back has led her to be a driving force behind many local non-profit agencies and initiatives. Nikki is the organizational mind behind ENGAGED, where she uses her networking and writing skills to provide information and inspiration to local brides and connecting them to the local vendors that can bring their wedding to life. She lives in the Historic Boehne House in Evansville, where she, her husband and 2 kids take care of a menagerie of pets.

Check out more about Nikki and her family's many adopted pets on Instagram at @1000milemom

Accounts Manager Just call her Mama Bear. Julia is not only our accounts manager, she is also Editor-inChief, JoElle Knight’s mother.

With a career in sales, education and small business management, she was the perfect fit for representing ENGAGED! For years, she witnessed the passion and hard work put into the creation of the magazine and we couldn’t be happier to have her at the helm of our partner accounts. You will find no one else who champions the ENGAGED! brand more.

When she is not building relationships in our local wedding industry, she is loving on her grandchildren, traveling or doing home-reno projects.

FEATURED ARTICLE

Set the Stage for Your Outdoor Wedding

Produced By: Nikki Davis

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Your outdoor wedding can be as fun and funky as you want it to be and at a safe 6 foot apart distance between family members and friends. Here are some great ideas from our friends at Just Your Style Events for a mix and match / vintage feel!

Get this look COUCHES, CHAIRS, + DÉCOR JUST YOUR STYLE EVENTS PHOTOGRAPHY RACHELLE BAGGETT PHOTOGRAPHY

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Just Rennie’s Catering can help make your dream wedding come true

Jesse & Gena Photography

Dreams come true Esther Bloom Photography

We cater at: Just Rennie’s Tuscan Wine Room City View at Sterling Square The Crescent Room Discovery Lodge Evansville Museum The Old Courthouse The Old Post Office The Pagoda JustRennies.com 812-401-8098

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LOCAL HISTORY

Evansville State Hospital The Evansville State Hospital grounds are

our patients reintegrate back out into the

one of the most popular locations for

community. Previous administrations saw a

casual photography in the area. We asked

need for community ties and allowed

Director, Jeff Wedding, to share the history

access from the general public onto select

of the building and tips to keep in mind

areas of our grounds from sunrise to sunset

when photographing on the grounds.

each day. While we are a state operated facility, it is important to note that we are

Evansville State Hospital was founded in

not a state park. As a result, we are left to

1890 and was built well outside of city

follow some guidelines that keep the best

limits. As the option for utopian treatment

interest of our patients and our hospital in

for people with mental illnesses began to

mind. I would like for the Evansville

expand, so did our property. At one point

community to know that we wish to

the hospital encompassed 900 acres of

continue keeping the public active on our

land that was self-sufficient with farms,

grounds but that they do their part to follow

cattle, dairy etc. and had upwards of 1200

posted signs and to keep our grounds

patients who lived out their days here. With

beautiful and safe for our patients. It is for

the dawn of community mental health

this reason that we do not generally allow

centers in the 1960s, many patients now

large events on our grounds. However,

had more options for community

there are some exceptions like mental

placement via group homes. As a result,

health causes that can hold occasional

the need for the large amount of property

events with proper approval and

was no longer necessary and the State of

certificates of liability insurance. As far a

Indiana began to sell off tracts of land. In

simple photography sessions go we only

its present form, our grounds sit on 88

ask that folks not photograph near any

acres and still serve the purpose of helping

building or courtyard on our campus for

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patient privacy. When it doubt, it is always best to ask first!

Jeff Wedding Assistant Superintendent / Director of Operations Evansville State Hospital 3400 Lincoln Avenue Evansville, IN 47714 (812) 469-6800 Jeffrey.Wedding@fssa.IN.gov

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Flower Child

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INVITE

A GORGEOUS VIEW TO YOUR WEDDING. A destination wedding package from Delta Vacations allows you to focus on the important things — making memories on your big day. With a flight and hotel getaway, you can book a complimentary wedding package or upgrade to a more elaborate wedding package.

There’s also a sweet offer of up to $225 off per booking for your guests and when they use the offer, you get money back after your getaway, up to the total cost of your own reservation.

Call Haynie Travel Today!

They are your expert Honeymoon or Destination Wedding consultant 812.477.8833/800.422.0335 www.haynietravel.com info@haynietravel.com

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Sustaining Love

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PHOTOGRAPHER RACHELLE BAGGETT PHOTOGRAPHY VENUE KOKIES ECHO VALLEY PLANTS EMERALD CITY LANDSCAPING DESIGN & DECOR JOELLE ELISE DESIGN SPECIALTY LIGHTING ROSE & BLISS CAKE PIECE OF CAKE BAKERY DRESS ANNALEE’S BRIDAL MAKEUP MARIA MECHELLE

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Je t’aime

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Get this Look PHOTOGRAPHER ESTHER BLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY BED & BREAKFAST A.C. THOMAS HOUSE - NEW HARMONY, IN VENUE THE NEW HARMONY INN & CONFERENCE CENTER

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DESIGN JOELLE ELISE DESIGN STATIONERY HOWL CREATIVE DRESS ROSE & BLISS BRUNCH BUFFETT THE RED GERANIUM - NEW HARMONY, IN EUROPEAN DISH-WARE WILLOW & PINE EUROPEAN MARKET - OWENSBORO, KY HAIR DENA FERGUSON FROM STYL SALON SUITES MAKEUP LIZA NEELEY

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REHEARSAL DINNER

North Main Annex Gourmet Catering and Deli Located in the historic Post Office Annex, North

Looking for a “fun” second career, she went to

Main Annex Gourmet Catering & Deli offers

culinary school and has been an inquisitive

fantastic breakfasts, salads, dinners and baked

chef wanting to improve foods ever since, just

goods Monday – Saturday. The catering

like a mad scientist creating a new product. She

services can bring great food to your event

is always looking for good recipes, old and

from 1-200 ppl. Perfect for your rehearsal

new; always looking for new things to try. So if

dinner, wedding, or shower!

you have a recipe that you would like to share, bring it to her. Who knows, it might end up on

Chef/Owner Narda Jones loves to cook. Her

the menu at North Main Annex Gourmet

passion stems from wanting to learn about

Catering & Deli.

other cultures, both past and present. The best way to learn about people is thru food. As a child, Narda worked on a local vegetable farm

701 North Main St.

learning how to grow and pick vegetables. For

Evansville, IN 47711

25 years, she developed food and beverage

(812) 250-4551

packages in the plastics industry using her

http://annexcatering.com/

chemical engineering and MBA degrees.

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ON OUR RADAR

Roads End Ranch Priss Parmenter opened Roads End Ranch

Roads End Ranch would love to host your:

to the public in 2017. Nestled in northern

• Wedding and/or Reception

Wabash County, Illinois at the end of a dirt

• Wedding Rehearsal Dinner

road, Roads End Ranch is the perfect

• Bridal Shower

destination for your wedding or other

• Baby Shower

event.

• Birthday Parties • Class or family Reunions

If an outdoor wedding or event interests

• Business Meetings/Retreats/Dinners

you, this could be your destination. Roads End Ranch welcomes the opportunity to

They can accommodate up to 300 with an

meet you and learn about your special day.

outdoor event and 150 in our barn

What do you want and how do you want this day to feel? Schedule a visit to

Roads End Ranch offers access to three

experience Roads End Ranch’s beauty and

acres of venue and grounds. They have

serenity.

multiple spaces for photos that will last a

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lifetime, a barn decorated with lights, 9 separate intimate areas in the barn to dine, an arch and platform to stand on, two separate areas for the Bride and Groom to dress and relax in, tables and chairs for 150, one porta potty with a hand washing station, bar area, caterer’s building and parking for 300.

What sets Roads End Ranch apart from other venues is quiet and solitude. There will be no distractions that will take away from the importance of the day-your day.

You and your guests will be able to relax and enjoy the moment and have uninterrupted fun.

Photo by Jesse & Gena

You can find them on Facebook at Roads End Ranch Weddings and take a virtual tour of the barn, The Grooms Quarters, and the Glamper.

Priss Parmenter Roads End Ranch Weddings/Events 7751 North 2100 Lane Mount Carmel, Illinois (618) 599-8511 roadsendranchweddings@gmail.com Photo by Sharin Shank Photography ENGAGED! RIVER VALLEY

DESTINATIONS & HONEYMOONS

Our World Has Changed  

2020 is a year that not many of us will ever forget. COVID 19 changed our world and many things within it. The pandemic has created many disappointments for those who had planned weddings, honeymoons, family vacations or any form of travel, just to name a few.

How do we move forward in terms of travel? This is a very personal decision and circumstance for each of us. It is suggested to follow the guidance of the CDC and the guidelines of the destination you wish to visit. Be aware of new protocols that may be enforced.

Many destinations are requiring that you be quarantined upon arrival for 14 days or provide a negative COVID19 test within 48-72 hours of arrival.

When you are ready to fly, you will be asked to wear a mask in the airport, boarding and deboarding the plane and while flying. You may be asked to complete a health assessment form upon check-in. Some airlines are blocking middle seats to help with social distancing and most likely will not be coming down the aisle to serve beverages and snacks.

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Cruising will have the cleanest ships in history. Many new safety measurements will be in effect. Temperatures or thermal   scans may be taken every time you get on or off the ship, no self-serve buffets and limitations on the amount of people in entertainment areas. Hotel and resorts may have similar new protocols.

Know that travel will look different. My advice, if you choose to travel, is to stay informed, know the cancellation policies, purchase travel insurance and take advantage of your local travel agency. By supporting local you get an expert that is able to leverage their industry experience and relationships with suppliers to secure a more favorable

resolution ~ in terms of rebooking and refunds than you could achieve on your own and with far less aggravation. Travel advisors have your back before, during and after your travels.

No one has a crystal ball on how this pandemic will continue, but remember in terms of travel, be patient, be prepared for the new protocols and travel when you feel most comfortable. The world is waiting, and I personally can’t wait to get back out there.

Tina Brunck Travel Smart

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SKINCARE

Airbrush Makeup What is airbrush makeup? Airbrush makeup artistry is a patented makeup application technique that utilizes compressed air to spray on a fine mist of makeup. It is a preferred technique for digital photography, high definition TV, and bridal work. Airbrushing makeup provides a camera ready texture that lays on the skin in an even, misted pattern, creating the most natural finish to the naked eye that’s virtually invisible on the digital screen.

How does it feel? Airbrush makeup is exceptionally lightweight. Most clients say they feel as if they aren’t even wearing makeup.

What are the benefits of airbrush makeup?

Airbrush makeup provides flawless coverage by minimizing skin imperfections while giving skin a beautifully natural finished looking result.

It is water resistant and will last for up to fifteen hours or more.

Is airbrush makeup right for everyone?

Airbrush makeup is suitable for people of all ages and every skin condition. The makeup is hypoallergenic and fragrance free.

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FEATURES OF AIRBRUSH MAKEUP

• Custom blended foundation colors • Creates a flawless complexion • Lasts all day and night • Silicone-based and hypoallergenic • Alcohol and oil free • Sweat, smear and tear resistant • Photographs beautifully Maria Mechelle is a licensed Esthetician and Manicurist specializing in Make-Up Artistry for Weddings, Engagement Shoots, Film/TV/Print and other Special Events. She also offers traditional make-up application besides airbrush makeup. Full menu of services, pricing and booking information are available by visiting www.mariamechelle.com. Dates are still available for 2020 and 2021, and she does travel. with colors or to make sure those false eyelashes are exactly what you want. Never be nervous to say you don’t like something, because this is that time to adjust or make changes. The worst thing a bride can do is not speak up. It’s the opportunity to make sure you have a perfect makeup plan in place. Once you love the application, everything will be written down for you, and you’ll be all set.

One less thing to check off your list or stress over.

Maria Mechelle Bridal Make-Up by Maria www.mariamechelle.com

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STATIONERY

Whitney Bridges Design Whether you put foil on the entire card, or just specific elements, it’s guaranteed to make a lasting impression to your guests.

Foil comes in various color options, making the possibilities endless. This suite was designed to be simple and elegant. By adding the touches of rose gold foil on the bride and groom names and wedding date, it provides an extra touch of class, to an already monumental event!

Whitney Bridges Design Facebook @whitneybridgesdesign info@whitneybridgesdesign.com

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SKINCARE

Taking Care of Your Skin In a Pandemic

For this issue, we are going to tackle a few

that our treatment rooms are being wiped

topics that revolve around why it’s

down from floor to ceiling with each

important to take care of your skin in a

treatment for your safety. Always feel free

pandemic.

to reach out to your Esthetician, Massage Therapist, or spa to ask questions, or ask

First off, you need to take into account how

about their cleaning practices.

do you feel about the pandemic. If you are not comfortable with being out in the

“Maskne,” mask acne is the other pandemic

public with the current COVID conditions;

affecting the majority of the mask wearing

then I would suggest you wait it out longer.

population. This “crisis” is affecting those

For the rest of us who are okay with getting

who’ve never had a pimple in their life all

out, let’s break down why you shouldn’t feel

the way up to the lifers. We’ve had a lot of

bad about getting self care during a

people in the spa facing this maskne issue

pandemic. You are not going into a

and some haven’t experienced a facial in

Walmart or Target; Spa settings are usually

their life. Facial treatments can really help

small and intimate setting. Why does this

with this issue. Finding a good Esthetician

matter? It matters because that means we

that you are comfortable with and

can monitor who is where, what is being

discussing a plan of action would be

touched, and be diligent on what we are

optimal. Not only are professional skin

cleaning. Our spa treatment rooms,

treatments a good line of defense, but

speaking for Lush Esthetics, have always

finding a good home skincare routine that

been held to the highest standards of

works for you has to be achieved as well.

sanitation even prior to the pandemic. We

For those who’ve always had an at home

have always taken our cleaning and

routine that worked for their skin, it may not

sanitizing practices seriously. Rest assured

work anymore. With the new environment

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created with mask wearing, you may have

overeating during your quarantine, kids

to bump up your routine or switch out

going back to school, planning a wedding

some products.

during a pandemic, maskne, running a

Things you can do for “maskne”: Try not to

business, etc. All these stressors take a toll

pick, poke, or squeeze; this only makes

on our bodies and it is completely normal

things worse. If you are experiencing

to want an escape. We need it, and you’ll

breakouts from mask wearing, try to have a

probably be able to function better if you

makeup wipe available to cleanse your face

take a moment for yourself. Take a breath,

a few times during the day or work. Look

and go treat yourself to classic facial or

into applying a Benzoyl Peroxide or Salicylic

massage. Release those endorphin

Acid Spot treatment to the area under the

hormones to circulate around the body to

mask or the problem areas prior to mask

reduce anxiety and increase your overall

wearing. Try a willow bark toner for the

well-being. I think we could all use that

congested area. Avoid wearing makeup

about right now.

under your mask if you can, or try switching to a tinted moisturizer or non-comedogenic makeup (doesn’t clog your pores) instead.

Written by Kristin Boehm Photo by Jesse & Gena Esthetician, RN, BSN

Cleanse your face twice a day instead of

Lush Esthetics & Boutique

once, or possible exfoliate the problem area before bed. Do not try everything at once in one day, pick one thing to try and give it a good try before deciding it doesn’t work. Breakouts and acne can be fickle.

Results could take a few weeks, be patient...

Rome wasn’t built in a day and 10lbs was not lost on your first day at the gym.

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BRIDAL FASHION

Does Bridal Shopping Feel Bananas

If you’re newly engaged, here’s a big

back. Hell, if your wedding is next Saturday,

masked and muffled congratulations on

do not despair! I’m here to help.

planning your wedding during one of the most bizarre events in world history! As

First and foremost, stop putting off making

much as I’d love to celebrate by giving you

your appointment! Bridal stores are limiting

a bear hug, that seems borderline illegal

guests, sanitizing, and requiring masks- but

right now. Nothing feels normal, and it can

we are doing consultations. Feel free to ask

really break your spirit planning your big

when booking your appointment how

day in the face of so much uncertainty and

many groups they will have in the store

in less than ideal circumstances.

during your slot and how many guests you can bring with you. Make sure you feel safe

Since we all know that love prevails, despite

and comfortable with the response. Leave

chaos and anxiety- carry on, girlfriend!

anyone who is immuno-compromised at

Don’t let Rona dampen your wedding

home, and definitely plan to have childcare

planning, like a bridesmaid with a bad

if you would normally have a little one with

attitude who won’t let you shine. If you wait

you. Ask the boutique if they will allow you

too long to start shopping for your gown

to FaceTime or Zoom your posse if some

and bridal party attire as you anticipate the

can’t be present.

clearing of corona clouds, you risk being limited on options that will arrive in time.

Some boutiques do a pre-screening prior

You may also face hefty rush fees on top of

to your appointment so they are ready to

inevitably sleepless nights due to cutting it

show you options that will match your vibe

close on your timeline. If you feel like I'm

and budget. At this time (or at the very

talking to you, or you straight up KNOW the

beginning of your shopping adventure)

time-warp of 2020 has got ya- I’ve got your

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interested in seeing gowns that will arrive in

discontinuing (often because it didn't get

time for your wedding. The boutique knows

tried-on enough) making it perfect to buy

which designers have stock available, which

at a discount to be taken home today.

can produce quickly on a rush, and which

Some stores (like mine) routinely offer off-

require the lengthiest production time.

the-rack buying. Because of this, our

There is no sense in trying on something

dresses are kept in bridal bags for full

you can’t have. You will also want to be

protection so that our last-minute brides

clear about your budget, if you expect rush

can take home a pristine gown. When

fees to be included into that number. It is

shopping off-the-rack, make sure you

also a great idea to touch base with an

inspect the gown thoroughly. It is totally

alterationist who can be anticipating the

acceptable to ask the boutique for info on

arrival of your gown. This way, you have a

how long they’ve had the dress! It could be

carved out time in their schedule with a

that the dress of your dreams came in last

tentative date. No one likes to be blind-

week or has rarely been tried on!

sided by a rush job, but if they are aware beforehand they will typically do whatever they can to help.

Avoid ordering online like the plague (is Photo by Jesse & Gena that a dirty word right now?). These outlets are too big to be in direct contact with the

You can also shop off-the-rack! This would

manufacturer on a routine basis. They will

be ideal for someone who has an

make you promises with no regard for

upcoming date that doesn't allow time to

actually being able to fulfill them. After all,

order. Many bridal stores don’t offer off-the-

they don’t have to look you in the face if

rack purchases normally, but have been

they fail to provide your gown on time.

willing to sacrifice their sample gown to

They will often refund you- but then you’re

help a bride during these trying times. This

back in a local boutique begging an

does not mean the dress will be

associate to help you find something,

discounted. The bridal store paid full price

anything that will work for your (now even

for it and will have to re-stock it at full-price.

more) limited timeline. Besides, supporting

They will have to wait for it to be produced,

a local bridal store right now when we have

just like you would have had to. The

been economically injured by months of

exception to this is a sample gown they are

closing, limiting business, and having to

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double up on staff to keep you safe- will

options awaiting you at your local boutique

mean the world to the entrepreneurs of

and people who really do care and want to

your community. When shopping for any

help you. You may not be able to sip

item in the future, please consider your

champagne at your initial appointment, but

local economy first (it’s like returning the

we can always arrange that for your final

shopping cart).

fitting! All is not lost! After all, you still have the love of your life to hunker down with.

Keep in mind that although in the words of the great Gwen Stefani “This $hit is

(B-A-N-A-N-A-S! ....sorry, I had to.)

bananas,” we will get through it. Don’t make your planning endeavors harder by

By Kassy Lauer

delaying your gown search any further, if

Rose & Bliss

you can help it. You have a world of local

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WEDDING DAY GOLF

Golf At Cambridge Did you know that at Cambridge, grooms golf for free? Then everyone else who golfs with him the day of the wedding, golfs for a discounted rate of $36 for 18 holes with a cart! To set up your group tee time, contact Darrel Connor Golf Pro at 812-868-4653.

Lunch can be ready for you after you’re done golfing at the Cambridge Grill.

Multiple tees, target landing areas, in-play lakes, formidable grass mounds, demanding bunkers, and finely sculpted bent grass greens highlight this challenging 7,200 yards Scottish-style links course. There is a risk/reward design philosophy throughout the venue. The Cambridge layout places a premium on accurate tee shots, leaving the player better angles into the smallish greens, Cambridge’s par 4’s and 5’s present numerous playing options and shots values, and a perfect balance of risk and reward, while the par 3’s require precise shot making. The course, with its manicured open spaces and large expanses of green, adds beauty and form to the Cambridge Village Community.

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Locked in Love

JESSICA AND RYAN Jessica and Ryan met while working together as confinement officers. She   always thinks it is funny to tell people who ask, that they met in jail! Ryan is a self-described nerdy, comic book loving, jock while Jessica is an outgoing, animal loving, free spirit.

While they loved being around each other and became friends, it still took Ryan 3 years to get the nerve up to ask Jessica out on a date.

Their first date included dinner, drinks and four-wheeling to a railroad bridge that overlooked his family home.

After a year and a half of dating, there was no other place more perfect for Ryan to pop the question than at that special place where their journey to love started.

When they became married they joke that they became a blended family, having both adopted rescue animals for years.

Their wedding day was a beautiful occasion held at Kokies Echo Valley with its rolling grounds, huge trees and lovely pond. Jessica had spent a year gathering ideas from Pinterest to create all her own beautiful decorations and sourced her flowers from local gem, Timberview Flower Farm. They were so happy to get married at a venue that could accommodate all their family and friends as they celebrated the love and union of their families, pets and all!
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Making Magic PHOTOGRAPHY EMILEE KERNER PHOTOGRAPHY VENUE KOKIES ECHO VALLEY FLOWERS TIMBERVIEW FLOWER FARM BRIDAL GOWN ANNALEE’S BRIDAL MENSWEAR PAUL’S MENSWEAR CAKE AND CUPCAKES SAM’S CLUB COOKIES CAKES AND CRUMBS BAKESHOP HAIR ASHLEY JOHNSON OF RADIATE 60 HAIR COLLECTIVE MAKEUP THEA OF MENTIONS SALON CATERING KOKIES CATERING

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Another Chance

TAYLOR AND TYLER Tyler and Taylor always knew of each other as they had mutual friends in high school but they really did not get to know each other until they happened to work at the same place. They hit it off, but it was shortlived as Taylor moved away for school and they lost touch. Taylor says she honestly thought they had missed their chance at love.

Luckily, Taylor eventually moved back and soon reconnected with Tyler. They were quickly swept up in a whirlwind romance and Tyler began planning his proposal. He waited until they went on vacation with his family to Daytona, Florida.

Taking Taylor to a lighthouse, he waited until everyone else had left the top and asked her to be his wife. He was so nervous he almost dropped the ring off of the lighthouse!

They planned their wedding ceremony to be a lovely outdoor event held at a family friend’s property in the country overlooking a pond. To go with the fall time, Taylor chose colors of burgundy, navy blue, rose gold and blush with lots of wild greenery. It was a chilly but beautiful fall day which had always been a dream of Taylor’s.

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Making Magic PHOTOGRAPHY SILVERNALE PHOTOGRAPHY RECEPTION VENUE WESTWOOD DANCE HALL – GRAYVILLE, IL WEDDING PLANNER AVERI GOODMAN FLORAL AND DÉCOR BLESSED BLOOMS FLOWER FARM – FAIRFIELD, IL BRIDAL GOWN ELLA PARK BRIDAL CAKE ANNA’S CAKES – MOUNT CARMEL, IL MUSIC ALL ABOUT YOU DJ

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VENDOR FEATURE

The History of Mistletoe & Ivy Never heard of Mistletoe & Ivy you say?

became instant friends. The lady was one

That’s ok! A lot of people haven’t…..but

of the guest speakers, not so much for her

they’ve been around a lot longer than you

outdoor decorating but for her indoor

may think. Husband and wife team Heath &

decorating and weddings. During one of

Carrie Hazelip launched their lawncare

her classes Carrie was asked to assist her in

business in 2001. As the years progressed,

decorating two themed trees on stage.

the couple realized that the winter months

When the class was over, she said that

were their slow season. Around their third

Emerald City should become indoor

year of business, Heath was reading a

decorators as well!

landscaping contractor magazine, and there was an ad for a Christmas light

It was around this time that they

installation certification school. Heath

transitioned to the name Mistletoe & Ivy.

couldn’t wait for Carrie to see the

The logo was created, advertising was

advertisement; but unfortunately, she

being utilized, trucks were being lettered

wasn’t quite as excited or optimistic that

and the phone was beginning to ring! It

this was a good idea. However, they

was from that logoed truck that the

attended an out of town school to learn

Hazelips booked their first wedding client,

how to make your home merry and bright.

and they haven’t stopped since! That first wedding was featured in Engaged

Fast forward about 12 years, and the

Magazine, and that jump started this latest

Emerald City team was still doing outdoor

side of their business: weddings, events,

Christmas decorating and growing it every

patio and bistro lighting.

year. But Heath always felt like he wanted more. As fate would have it, they met a

Mistletoe & Ivy builds and creates

woman at a Christmas convention and

everything to be custom for the wedding

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and venue making each wedding unique and personal to make memories that last a lifetime. Mistletoe & Ivy works with lighting manufacturers around the world to make your dreams a reality. Their slogan is‌ You light up the marriage, we will light up the wedding!

Mistletoe and Ivy 7560 Peachwood Drive
 Newburgh, IN 47630 mistletoeandivy.com (812) 629-4669

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Fun & Free

EMMA & RYAN

Emma and Ryan met after Emma’s roommate and her boyfriend invited Ryan over to surprise Emma. Luckily for the would-be matchmakers, Emma and Ryan immediately felt a spark. Soon they were moving in together, getting two dogs and eventually became engaged!

When it came time to plan their wedding they wanted it to be a fun affair filled with games. Both of them are game people and made sure and had plenty of activities for their guests to enjoy between the ceremony and dinner, including cornhole, giant Jenga, a word search and a crossword puzzle. Incorporating their dogs a.k.a. puppers, Piper and Ginger was also very important to them. They even made the cake topper be of their fur babies! Another special part of their ceremony was having Emma’s stepdad officiate as he had seen their relationship grow and the love they had for one another. Having the wedding at Tanglewood was the perfect fit with its rustic elegance, outdoor options and tons of space. They couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day to say their vows in front of their family and friends.

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Making Magic PHOTOGRAPHY SIMPLY SAVVY PHOTOGRAPHY VENUE TANGLEWOOD WEDDINGS AND EVENT BARN FLORAL FLOWERS & MORE BRIDAL GOWN UNIQUE BOUTIQUE BRIDAL AND PROM MENSWEAR PAUL’S MENSWEAR HAIR ALYSSA BACKES AT HAIR WEST MAKEUP MARIA COLEMAN OF WHITE LILY SPA CAKE PARADISE CAKES STATIONERY 5 PINK PEONIES

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JENNAH AND STEVEN Steven and Jennah first met in high school chemistry class. However, they were in different friend groups and didn’t

really know each other at the time. In college, Steven showed interest, but it wasn’t until after college that they officially began dating.

For his proposal, Steven organized a private, behind-the-scenes tour at Mesker Park Zoo to see the otters, one of Jennah’s favorite animals. Jennah’s boss was even in on it and helped plan her day off as a delayed birthday present.

Steven popped the question to Jennah right in front of the otters!

They planned to get married on March 28th with a beautiful brunch reception — mimosas, waffles, made-to-order omelets and more. Every detail was nailed d o w n . Th e n COV I D h a p p e n e d .

Limitations became strict, changing daily, across the country. On Sunday night, March 15th, Jennah looked at Steven and said “There's too much uncertainty, let's get just married Tuesday.” After all, what matters the most at the end of the day, is the marriage, love and commitment, not the ceremony details or reception.

Jennah took off work Monday to re-plan the ceremony and coordinate all the vendors. They were able to pull together a romantic and intimate Tuesday ceremony with a small group of family and friends. The two loved the idea that they were two redheads, getting married on St. Patrick’s Day, with the wedding color of green! While there was no reception, no cake, and no perfectly arranged table decor, the two did make sure to do their special first dance, before heading out to take sunset photos. The pandemic continued to shake things up, causing a cancelled honeymoon but they were finally able to get away in July for a couple days to celebrate as Mr. & Mrs. ENGAGED! RIVER VALLEY




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PHOTOGRAPHY BRET AND BRANDIE PHOTOGRAPHY VENUE CITY CHURCH EVV FLORAL KD DECOR BRIDAL GOWN HOUSE OF WHITE BRIDAL GROOMS MENSWEAR PAUL’S MENSWEAR STATIONERY CWILKERSONDESIGN ENGAGED! RIVER VALLEY

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Game Time

KHRISTIAN AND TYLER It took Tyler some work to find out who the beautiful woman on the UE Basketball was. After seeing Khristian’s team poster picture featured there and then again in the local paper, he just knew he had to meet her and found her and messaged her on Twitter. Amazingly, she gave him her phone number and they began texting back and forth for several days.

After feeling they knew each other better they decided to go on a date. Both of them realized fairly quickly that they had found the person they wanted to spend the rest of their lives with. So sure were they in their relationship, they both agreed to start coaching girl’s basketball together at North High School! It was in December after a basketball practice that Tyler proposed.

They both knew they wanted their wedding date to symbolize something special and decided on September 1st since Tyler wore the #9 while playing college baseball, and Khristian wore the #1 while playing college basketball. Tyler even surprised Khristian by writing on the bottom of her wedding sneakers, “I’ll be with you every step of the way.”

They were married at Cambridge Golf Course with its sweeping views and classic wedding hall. Khristian made sure that she did not one, but two, fatherdaughter first looks. One with her father and the other with Tyler’s father. The reception was decorated in navy with blush accents and accessorized with floral centerpieces and candles. The day was so much fun. Laughter, dancing and love... everything they wanted for their wedding day.

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PHOTOGRAPHY MORGAN WILLIAMS PHOTOGRAPHY CEREMONY AND RECEPTION CAMBRIDGE GOLF COURSE AND BANQUET HALL WEDDING PLANNER PLANNING FOREVER EVENTS FLORAL GINA SCHAAR BRIDAL GOWN ELLA PARK BRIDAL BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES WEDDINGTON WAY GROOM’S SUIT ELLA PARK BRIDAL MENSWEAR MEN’S WEARHOUSE HAIR JOY BELL AND CYNDI FULCHER OF DIVERSE SALON MAKEUP DAKYISSA CLEON

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VENDOR SPOTLIGHT

Harpist Emily Fife Emily Fife, harpist has been playing the

that brides have come to know and love, as

harp 27 years and has been performing

well as, play more modern and

professionally at weddings and special

contemporary musical pieces. Some of the

events mostly in Kentucky and Indiana for

top requested pieces I received [recently]

the last 15 years. She also gives harp

were: Canon in D by Pachelbel, Jesu', Joy

lessons training the next generation of

of Man's Desiring by Bach, Ave Maria by

harpists for weddings and special events in

Bach/Gounod, Bridal March by

the future.

Mendelssohn, A Thousand Years by Christina Perry, Perfect by Ed Sheeran,

A harp is a beautiful instrument to have as

Hallelujah by Cohen, All of Me by John

part of any wedding ceremony or cocktail

Legend, Marry Me by Train, Marry You by

hour. When one walks into a wedding

Bruno Mars, and A River Flows In You by

ceremony and there is a harpist playing,

Yiruma. Additionally, what I love about live

they are often struck by what a beautiful

music at a wedding ceremony is the

atmosphere of beauty, elegance,

musicians ability to adjust a piece - to

uniqueness, and regality that has been

lengthen it or end it at any time, or create a

created. A harpist elevates the ambiance

carefully timed crescendo or glissando for a

and creates a beautiful environment for a

bridal entrance or special moment within

wedding and is a great instrument for

the ceremony. Live musicians can work with

creating a very intimate experience for your

the couple to pick music and have it

wedding guests.

arranged in a way where it flows seamlessly from the prelude music, to the

Per Emily, “Any experienced harpist has the

processional, to the bridal entrance and

ability to play the timeless classical requests

beyond.�

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ceremony and cocktail hour are in the same general location. A harpist does not require amplification or electricity, though many harps have amplification features built into their harps and can be amplified electronically, making it easy in all venues large or small for the harp music to be heard.�

Emily is able to play indoors or outdoors, which makes it a great instrument to select for your wedding, especially with a lot of weddings moving outdoors during the pandemic. Emily shares, “With the modern bride opting for non-traditional wedding sites, the harp is able to be setup and played outside or in a newly popular wedding and event barn. Most harpists only require and request that they not be asked to play in the rain, though shade is greatly appreciated on a very hot day.

Another great option, especially if the wedding and cocktail hour are at the same place is to hire the harpist to play at both the wedding and then the cocktail hour of the wedding. It's fairly easy to move the harp from one place to another if the wedding ceremony and cocktail hour are in the same general location. A harpist does not require amplification or electricity,

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Contact information: Emily Fife, Harpist 270-860-9354 mrs.emilyfife11@gmail.com www.emilyfifeharpist.com Facebook: @EmilyFifeHarpist Instagram: kentucky_harpist

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VENDOR SPOTLIGHT

Shelly Copeland Shelly Copeland is fulfilling her longtime

2020, but thanks to Covid19, the 77 day

dream of working in the travel industry.

adventure for her client has been canceled.

After 25 years in corporate accounting, she

Hopefully it will reschedule soon!!!

joined Haynie Travel Service in January 2013 and has loved every minute. Even

Since joining Haynie Travel, Shelly has had

during these trying travel times, she is

the opportunity to travel to some of her

enjoying helping clients to reschedule

own dream destinations, like Hawaii! She

canceled travel plans for the future and

has visited both Oahu and Maui and is a

making sure the process is as seamless and

certified Hawaii Travel Specialist. Among

as pleasant as possible. She cares about

Shelly’s other certifications, she is a certified

each and every one of her clients and

Signature Travel Expert and a Sandals

shares in their disappointment at this time .

Specialist. Her other favorite destinations include any of the Caribbean islands she

Her favorite part of her job is to sit down with clients, young and old, and listen to what their ideas of a dream vacation or honeymoon would be and doing her best to make that dream a reality. She is inspired to travel to all of the destinations that she researches for clients, and that is world wide! She has assisted her clients in traveling to six out of seven continents, with Africa being the last to check off her list and that would have been fulfilled in October ENGAGED! RIVER VALLEY

has visited, particularly Aruba and Jamaica!

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EMALINE AND BRADEN College newbies Braden and Emaline definitely weren’t looking for love when they met in their very first class in August of 2015. After having multiple classes together, they kept crossing paths and eventually started doing homework together. In March of 2016, they began dating and have been inseparable since! Living the busy college life, they were both getting their degrees and working. However, Braden still managed to surprise Emaline in April of 2018! “I got home from work, and Braden had the room set up with rose petals from the door all the way to a hand painted sign that said “Will You Marry Me?” It was perfect!”

They went through different options of venues and eventually fell in love with The Roofless Church. It was everything they were looking for in a venue; with its unique design and was the perfect size to fit all their guests. For their reception, they chose the Ribeyre Center. “It was so airy and the perfect canvas for our vision, plus Braden liked to tell people the gym was from a scene in the ‘A League of their own!'

Their wedding decor was filled with romantic white and soft pink roses that matched the bridesmaid dresses, eucalyptus, and gold accents. The wedding glowed with personal touches, like the couple's favorite cookies made by their families. When asked about some special details, Emaline said: “Filling the Ribeyre Center with fresh flowers and greenery was really a dream come true; it surpassed all of our wildest dreams for that day. It was the hottest day of the year thus far but there was no rain in sight! It was perfect, and we could not have done it without both of our families!”

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PHOTOGRAPHY DANIELLE GIBBS PHOTOGRAPHY CEREMONY THE ROOFLESS CHURCH – NEW HARMONY, IN RECEPTION THE RIBEYRE CENTER – NEW HARMONY, IN FLORAL HUNTINGBURG GREENHOUSE DÉCOR EVENTS OF HARMONY BRIDAL GOWN ELLA PARK BRIDAL BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES ELLA PARK BRIDAL MENSWEAR ELLA PARK BRIDAL HAIR JARALYNN MURPHY MAKEUP NATALIE WEBB AND OLIVIA LASSWELL CUPCAKES ANNE DORN MUSIC ALL ABOUT YOU DJ

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Forever Friends

SUMMER AND JOSH Beautiful bride Summer met her future husband in high school.

Looking back, she would’ve laughed at the thought of her future and called you crazy! He would randomly message her, and they grew to be the best of friends.

“Something about marrying your high school sweetheart is one of the best feelings in the world. You transform into adults together, you experience so many of life's 'first’s' together, you go through so many things and understand each other in ways that no one else can.”

Their boho wedding was the perfect, laid back fit for the couple.

The main goal was for their loved ones to be comfortable and relaxed! There were some hiccups though! Like losing the rings! Both sides of the family and friends came together to help look for them and luckily found them 30 mins later.

“During those 30 minutes we didn't move, held hands and just smiled at each other knowing this is a moment we will always cherish and told each other we loved each other.” The reception couldn’t have fallen into place better! The couples’ first dance was romantic and felt like it was just the two of them.

Memories were made that will be cherished in their hearts forever!

Summer speaks fondly of her perfect day, “If I could relive that day all over again, I would in a heartbeat and not change a thing about it! The boy who gave me those butterflies in my stomach when I was 14 years old, still gives them to me now as my husband. I am living happily ever after with my high school sweetheart and forever best friend!”

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Making Magic PHOTOGRAPHY FOX PHOTOGRAPHY VENUE DRUSILLA’S – CLINTON, KY FLORAL AND DÉCOR RENEA SCHWARTZ OF DRUSILLA’S BRIDAL GOWN BOHOPROM BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES AMAZON GROOMS MENSWEAR PEEBLES HAIR EMILEY BERRY OF ALLURE HAIR & NAIL SALON MAKEUP CHELSEY TABER CAKE AMANDA THOMAS MUSIC DJ BUMPIN’ ENGAGED! RIVER VALLEY

FASHION

Something Blue The fashion world has added a new accessory for formal attire this season, compliments of COVID-19. Although this fact makes us blue, our safety and social responsibility must prevail and we ALL MUST WEAR MASKS at social gatherings.

Obviously, we can’t let you wear a sterile hospital mask with your dress and we encourage you to save your home-sewn masterpiece for the office or grocery store. Your special occasion calls for something far more glamorous, but equally effective. See us at Rose & Bliss Bridal for an assortment of embellished masks made with high quality satin that will keep you comfortable throughout your event! If you’re too boujee for cooties, we’ve got you covered (literally)!

We offer white, black, nude/black, rose gold, blush and dusty blue- so that even a bride can stay honest to the tradition “something old, something new, something borrowed, something BLUE”! $30 each and free shipping is available if you’re not local or unable to pick up at Rose & Bliss, 2820 Lincoln Avenue Evansville, IN 47714

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Advertiser Directory 5 Pink Peonies Facebook/Instagram @5PinkPeonies www.5pinkpeonies.com bobbihammonds@gmail.com Bar Louie 7700 Eagle Crest Blvd.

Evansville, IN 812.476.7069 blevansville@barlouie.com Bob Davis State Farm 2727 N First Avenue Evansville, IN 47710 812.491.7888 www.evansvillesf.com Facebook @agentbobdavis

The Barn Abbey 504 North St. New Harmony, IN 47631 812.682.3050 www.robertleeblafferfoundation.org Cambridge Golf Course and Banquet Room 812.868.1270 www.cambrigegc.com Creative Confections Boutique 812.746.6423 creativeconfectionsboutique.com

Emily Fife Harpist 207.860.9354 mrs.EmilyFife11@gmail.com www.emilyfifeharpist.com Facebook @EmilyFifeHarpist Elope at the Old Courthouse www.IDoattheOCH.com

Haynie Travel 812.477.8833 800.422.0335 info@haynietravel.com www.haynietravel.com Head to Toe 300 W Jennings St. Ste 103 Newburgh, IN 47630 812.858.3697 FB @head2toewraps headtotoenewburgh.com Historic Boehne House Facebook @historicboehnehouse

JoElle Elise Design Facebook @JoElleEliseDesigns Instagram @JoElleEliseDesign www.joelleelisedesign.com Just Rennie’s 812.401.8098 www.justrennies.com Just Your Style Event Rentals 812.453.5841 Facebook @justyourstyleeventrentals Knob Hill House 812.205.7039 1024 Hwy 662 Newburgh, IN www.knobhillhouse.com knobhillhouse@gmail.com Lush Esthetics and Boutique 506 E. 4th St. Huntingburg, IN 47542 812.684.0018 Facebook @thelush506 Maria Mechelle 812.629.6064 mariamechelle.com Mistletoe & Ivy 7560 Peachwood Drive Newburgh, IN mistletoeandivy.com The New Harmony Inn & Conference Center 504 North St. New Harmony, IN 47631 800.782.8605 info@newharmonyinn.com North Main Annex Gourmet Catering & Deli 701 North Main St. Evansville, IN 812.250.4551 annexcatering.com Owensboro Convention Center 501 West 2nd St. Owensboro, KY 42301 270.687.8951 OwensboroCenter.com angie.Hanley@SpectraXP.com Piece of Cake 20 Main Street Evansville, IN 47708 812.424.CAKE (2253) www.pieceofcakebakery.com

Rapp-Owen Granary 413 Granary Street New Harmony, IN 47631 812.682.3050 www.rappowengranary.com The Rathbone 1230 SE 2nd ST Evansville, IN 812.213.0142 www.therathbone.com Ribeyre Gymnasium 603 Main Street New Harmony, IN 47631 812.682.3050 Facebook - Ribeyre Gymnasium Restoration Group Roofless Church 420 North Street New Harmony, IN 47631 812.862.3050 www.robertleeblafferfoundation.org Rose & Bliss Bridal 812.589.8961 roseandblissbridal.com Shillawna Ruffner Photography 619.947.9561 shillawna@yahoo.com www.shillawnaruffner.com Facebook @shillawnaruffnerphotography Silvernale Photography 618.240.4157 FB @silvernalephotography www.silvernalephotography.com Talk to Tucker List With Nikki EVV 812.449.4118 nikkidavis@fctuckeremge.com listitwithnikkievv.com Touch of Home Catering touchofhomecatering.com United Fidelity Bank Various locations in Evansville, Mt. Vernon, and Newburgh 812.424.0921 (main office) www.unitedfidelity.com Willow & Pine European Market 105 W. 2nd St. Owensboro, KY wilowandpinemarket.com Zeidler’s Flowers 812.421.1234 www.zeidlersweddings.com Facebook @zeidlersflowers

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Wedding Planning

DURING COVID

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