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a letter from Love & Marriage

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You’re engaged...now what?

Planning a wedding starts from the moment you get engaged. When he asks, “Will you marry me?” you’re walking on air. By the next day, you crash back to earth. You’re mind begins to race.

Everyone you know begins asking questions: Have you set a date? Found a reception site yet? Picked out a dress? Where are you going on your honeymoon?

Don’t get overwhelmed. Love & Marriage is here to guide you. This handy planner contains information and advertising that will help guide you in organizing and planning your dream day.

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Remember to announce the happy news of your engagemet in our Sunday Celebrations section. On pages 13-14, you’ll find a convenient announcement form, or you can submit your engagement online at www.globegazette.com.

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Congratulations to you as you begin your marriage journey. May it be wonderful and joyful!

Moorman Clothiers . . . . . .3 Best Wishes, Love & Marriage Staff _________________________________________________

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A publication of the North Iowa Media Group.

Volume 6 -- Number 1 Spring & Summer 2011 Love & Marriage: Your North Iowa Wedding Planner is printed once a year. All contents copyright 2007

by North Iowa Media Group. All rights reserved.

Reproduction or use in whole or in part of the contents, without the prior written permission of the publisher, is strictly prohibited. The planner is not responsible for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs, and artwork.

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look beautiful on your wedding day Take steps, like proper skin care, to ensure you look beautiful on your wedding day As the bride, you'll be the center of attention come your wedding day.

That's why you spend an eternity looking for the perfect gown and accessories. You want to look flawless for your trip down the aisle and in the photos that will preserve the memory.

Looking bridal beautiful doesn't just involve the primping that occurs the day of the wedding. There are steps you should take well in advance of this momentous day to ensure you look your best. Here are skin care and other beauty tips.

BRIDAL SKIN CARE * Wedding Prep: With the added stress surrounding your wedding, your skin may pay the price.

Additional blemishes, breakouts and damage from tanning could occur. Plus, hours spent planning, running around and not getting a full night's sleep could take their toll as well, resulting in tired, dull skin. In defense, don't just grab any product off the supermarket shelf to revitalize your skin. * Honeymoon: Most honeymoons involve dashing off to tropical ports of call. Your skin is at risk for damage under the blazing rays of the sun. Remember to use a quality sunscreen at all times and cover up your face and head with a wide-brimmed hat.

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GENERAL BEAUTY TIPS * Hair: Don't make any radical style changes too close to your wedding. If you're thinking about doing a chemical treatment -perming, relaxing or coloring -- do so at least a month in advance so you'll be able to get used to the look and handle any problems, such as breakage or awkward coloring, should they occur. * Teeth: You'll be all smiles at your wedding, so prepare your teeth for their closeup. Consult with your dentist if you want to whiten your smile. He or she can do an in-office procedure to combat discoloring of the teeth. There are also many over-the-counter products available for do-it-yourself whitening. * Body: In an effort to look amazing in their wedding gown, many brides-to-be engage in crash dieting. This is an unhealthy way to shed pounds. Rather, consider revamping your fitness plan a few months prior to the wedding. If budget permits, consult with a trainer to see how you can tone problem areas. A nutritionist can recommend a diet that will be healthy and keep you trim.

A happy bride is one who looks and feels her best. One of the best beauty tips is to have fun at your wedding and make memories to last a lifetime.

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Then plan your wedding and/or reception aboard the Lady of the Lake.

Located at the Seawall in Clear Lake Accommodates 150 people • Full bar facilities Enclosed lower deck is handicap accessible with stage for small band.

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timeline checklist If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the many arrangements that must be finalized before your wedding, you’re not alone. But don’t worry!

This checklist can help you keep everything and everyone in order as you count down to your special day.

6 to 12 months before: Select a date and time for your wedding Discuss finances, set a tentative budget and establish priorities, including honeymoon expenses Hold a family meeting to discuss wedding with all concerned Announce engagement in the Globe Gazette Celebrations by visiting www.globegazette.com Determine the ceremony location Select your officiant and visit with him or her to discuss wedding arrangements Reserve reception site Select a catering service if one is not provided by reception site Begin compiling guest list Choose members of wedding party Start considering items for registry Book photographer and/or videographer Select bridesmaids’ dresses Shop for bridal gown and accessories Start planning guest list Send save-the-date cards (this is a good idea if you’re marrying during a tourist or holiday season or having a destination wedding)

4 to 6 months before: Order wedding invitations, thankyou notes and personal stationary

Select and order formalwear for men; schedule fittings Reserve location for rehearsal dinner Meet with caterer to discuss the plans for your reception meal Arrange accommodations for out-of-town guests Meet with travel agent to plan your honeymoon; make reservations; secure necessary travel documents Reserve wedding day transportation, including to the church, from the church to the reception, and from the reception to the hotel where you’ll spend your wedding night Select and order your wedding rings

2 to 4 months before: Finish addressing invitations Finalize plans with officiant, caterer, photographer/videographer, florist, musicians, etc Complete honeymoon plans Research requirements for marriage license Make appointment with photographer for bridal portrait Make appointments with hairstylist/makeup consultant for portrait sitting, rehearsal dinner, and wedding day Pick reception song list Select gift attendants Order wedding cake

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4 to 8 weeks before:

1 week before:

Pick up wedding rings and arrange for engraving Have final fitting of wedding gown Have a run-through of bridal hair (with headpiece if applicable) and makeup Make sure attendants have arranged fittings for bridesmaids’ dresses, tuxedos and shoes Plan menus for bridesmaids’ luncheon and rehearsal dinner Select gift for groom Draw up seating plan for ceremony and reception Submit song lists to ceremony musicians and reception band or DJ Mail invitations, preferably six weeks before the wedding

Delegate wedding-day responsibilities to reliable individuals Finalize rehearsal and rehearsal dinner arrangements; confirm attendance of all invited Confirm all honeymoon details Host bridesmaids’ luncheon Double-check details with all wedding vendors

2 to 3 weeks before: Confirm all details with wedding vendors, including caterer, reception hall, florist, photographer/videographer Have bridal portrait taken Announce wedding in the Globe Gazette Celebrations by visiting www.globegazette.com Arrange for name changes on driver’s license, passport, bank account(s), insurance policies, etc.

Make sure the name on your photo ID and/or passport will match your honeymoon plane tickets/reservations Check on honeymoon arrangements and start packing Review guest list and provide caterer with final count Finalize seating arrangements and finish place cards for the reception Provide wedding party with rehearsal/wedding day schedule Make arrangements for gift transport from reception 10

1 to 2 days before: Get a massage, manicure and pedicure (purchase a bottle of nail polish in the shade you’re wearing in case you need to touch up) Attend rehearsal and review all the details with your participants Enjoy rehearsal dinner with family and friends; present wedding party and parents with thank-you gifts Get a good night’s sleep

The Big Day: Eat a healthy breakfast Allow plenty of time to get dressed Have hair and makeup done Make sure wedding certificate is signed by best man and maid/matron of honor Have dry snacks and bottled water available in dressing area Cherish each moment of this special day

Postwedding: Prearrange for someone to return any rentals Preplan for attendants to take the bride’s gown for cleaning and return the groom’s tux to rental shop Write and send thank-you notes to gift-bearing guests and vendors who were especially helpful

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In your Sunday Globe Gazette and online at: www.globegazette.com

Please TYPE or PRINT. • Deadline: Monday at 5 pm to be in the following Sunday.

• Preferred publication date: __________________________________________________ • Name, address and phone number of person submitting form: _____________________________________________________________________________ Yes, I would like to receive 5 complimentary copies of the Sunday Celebrations.

A voucher for 5 copies will be given to me upon receipt of payment. Mailed upon request - postage fee applies, see back of form.

Engagement Announcement Form 1. STANDARD This announcement will be published for free - photos are an additional charge Bride-elect __________________________________ of (city, state) ____________________ Her parents __________________________________ of (city, state) ___________________ The bride-elect graduated from: (list schools and/or degrees) ___________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ The bride elect is employed by _______________ of (city, state) ___________________ Bridegroom-elect __________________________ of (city, state) ____________________ His parents __________________________________ of (city, state) ___________________ The bridegroom-elect graduated from: (list schools and/or degrees) _____________ _______________________________________________________________________________ The bridegroom-elect is employed by ______________ of (city,state) ___________________ The couple will be married (time/month/day/year) _____________________________ At (church or other site, city, state) _____________________________________________ 2. CUSTOM This information will be published in addition to standard information at a pre-paid cost of $10 for each additional 50 words. _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________

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PAYMENT

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Front cover charge __________ $75 (includes full color photo) Mail copies

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Total Cost

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FORM OF PAYMENT

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Card# ______________________________________________ Exp date ________________ Name on card ______________________________________ Phone __________________ Signature _____________________________________________________________________ Payment must be made BEFORE publication. Please send announcement, photo and check/money order/credit card information to Globe Gazette, 300 N Washington, Mason City, IA 50401. Make check/money order payable to Globe Gazette. If you would like your photo returned, you may stop in after it has published in the paper. For more information, contact us at 641.423.2274. You may email us at classads@globegazette.com.

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plan your budget Wedding Rings

Bride’s ring Groom’s ring

ESTIMATE _________ _________

ACTUAL _________ _________

Wedding Attire

Dress Headpiece/veil Lingerie Shoes/wrap/gloves Jewelry Groom’s ensemble

_________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________

_________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________

Beauty Services

Hair/makeup (trial/day of) Mainicure/pedicure Spa treatment/facial

_________ _________ _________

_________ _________ _________

Stationary

Announcements Invitations & enclosures Programs Place cards Thank-you notes Postage for all Guest book

_________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________

_________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________

Ceremony

Church/Synagogue fees/rental of site Organist and soloist Music for ceremony Officiant fee Assistant fee

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_________

_________ _________ _________ _________

_________ _________ _________ _________

(wedding coordinator)

Ringbearer pillow Flowers

Ceremony site Bridal bouquet Bridesmaids bouquets Groom/groomsmen boutonnieres Special Guest boutonnieres/corsages Reception site centerpieces Flower Girls flowers Love & Marriage

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plan your budget (cont) Photography

Photographer Videographer Engagement portrait Wedding album package

Reception

Reception site/rental fee Catering costs Bar and beverages Taxes and gratuities Wedding cake Valet parking

ESTIMATE _________ _________ _________ _________

ACTUAL _________ _________ _________ _________

_________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________

_________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________

(if necessary)

Honeymoon

Travel expenses (air fare) Lodging Additional spending money

_________ _________ _________

_________ _________ _________

Miscellaneous

Engagement party Decorations (other than flowers) Rehearsal dinner Marriage license Bridal party gifts Bridesmaid luncheon Wedding day transportation Wedding favors Wedding gifts for each other Hotel room for yourselves

_________ _________

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Bridesmaid dresses Bridesmaid accessories Flower girl attire Groomsmen/usher ensemble Ring bearer attire Out of town lodging

_________ _________ _________ _________

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tradition vs. non-traditional: ways to celebrate a wedding Some couples want to celebrate their weddings in traditional fashion. Others want everything to be unique, new and exciting.

Today’s weddings are largely planned, financed and executed entirely by the couple getting married. Therefore, it is up to them how to celebrate their special day.

Here’s a look at some of the traditional wedding elements and how they can be shaken up for a different spin.

TRADITIONAL

NON-TRADITIONAL

•Father walks the bride down the aisle

• A son, daughter, friend, or even both parents walk the bride down the aisle.

She can also traverse the white carpet solo, if desired. Perhaps the groom meets the bride halfway and they walk the rest of the aisle together

• “The Wedding March (Here Comes the Bride)” plays when the bride enters

• Any favorite classical or modern song is played when the bride enters, as long as it is approved by the venue where the ceremony is taking place

• Something old, new, borrowed, and blue

• Wear all new items, all antique items.

Borrow all your wedding day apparel it’s the bride’s choice

• Mother-Son, Father-Daughter dance at the reception

• Welcome everyone present to dance with a special member of their family so all eyes are not on the bride and groom. These dances also can be skipped

• Bouquet toss for the bride and garter toss for the groom

• Toss beads or treats in the style of Mardi Gras to all of the guests, so it’s not only about single men and women

• A three-tiered wedding cake all in white

• Choose cupcakes, a festively colored cake that matches the wedding theme or another desired dessert

• Reception at an alternative site, such as an aquarium, zoo or museum Once a couple thinks about what is important at their wedding, they can cater the event toward their personal interest. Tradition can be followed or they can do something completely unique.

• Reception at a catering hall or hotel

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We offer a unique space for showers, rehearsal dinners & wedding receptions with seating for up to 120. The Performing Arts Wing & the Art Gallery can be rented. A grand piano is also available and will add a special touch to your event. We will gladly work with the caterers, musicians & event planner of your choice.

The Heart of Clear Lake. Architectural & natural beauty combine to create an outstanding & unique location for your event!

Wedding • Engagement Parties • Rehearsal Dinners The completed Nature Education Pavilion has floor to ceiling windows in the Gathering Room, wrap around deck, large bathroom designed with the bride in mind, kitchenettes on both levels & an incredible view of the garden.

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Reception hall _______________________

Reception hall _______________________

Address _____________________________

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Contact person ______________________

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Phone _______________________________

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Reception Details

Reception Details

Date _______________ Time ____________

Date _______________ Time ____________

Number of guests ____________________

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Space for band/DJ/dance ___________

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Music: Begins __________ Ends _________

Music: Begins __________ Ends _________

Deliveries (flowers, equip, etc)

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when & where _______________________

when & where _______________________

Liquor will be provided by

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Bar closed during meals? _____________

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Number of tables ____________________

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Number of servers ____________________

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Parking (self or valet) _________________

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Cost per person ______________________

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Total cost ____________________________

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