The Wedded Bliss - May-June 2016

Wedded Bliss

May/Jun 2016

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EMILY KING & SEAN MARDIAN MAY 29, 2015 YOUNG B PHOTOGRAPHY

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Wedded Bliss MAY/JUN 2016

VOLUME 13

NUMBER 75

WEDDINGS ENGAGEMENTS

4 Emily King & Sean Mardian 6 Lindsey Cook & Clint Brem

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7 Ashleigh Rosiles & Jordan Brundige

10 Jennifer Casper & Scott Watson

8 April Smith & Byron Young PHOTOGRAPHY BY YOUNG B PHOTOGRAPHY

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IN THIS ISSUE 15 THE WEDDED BLISS

NETWORKING EVENT

18 TRADITIONS

RESTAURANT & CATERING

An evening of elegance & fun.

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A great way to enjoy the taste of summer.

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COMPANY VENDOR FOCUS Everybody loves a sharp dressed man!

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AND EVENT HALL VENDOR FOCUS

Bringing your wedding vision to life!

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Contributing Writers Cassandra Key Charlotte Taylor Contributing Photographer Lauren LaBoyteaux

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CLASSIC SUMMER

BY CHARLOTTE TAYLOR | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREN LABOYTEAUX

A Great Way to Enjoy the Taste of Summer

Summer is finally in our sight. Gardens are in full swing and weddings are popping up left and right. It’s time for some simple summer livin’. More time spent outdoors and less time in the kitchen. We’re gonna start with a classic, summery, longtime favorite, chicken salad.

Now, if you’re panicking because you saw grapes and mayo together, stick around, your taste buds will be glad you did. This is not just any chicken salad,

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it’s a three decade old recipe. The very same chicken salad that we served at The Tuttle House Tea Room

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FOR CHICKEN SALAD YOU'LL NEED:

back in the 1980’s (raise your hand if you ever had lunch there!).

We found this recipe in a ‘hot off the press’ ~ Southern Living cookbook (circa 1984). What a decade that was! Who knew that putting grapes into mayonnaise could be this delicious!

Serve this southern chicken salad on a croissant, with a side of potato chips or your favorite cup of soup. So fresh, hearty and dainty all at the same time. one. Mix in the miracle whip and stir well to combine. You’ll need less if

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Red Seedless Grapes – most of an average size bag, sliced

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using a rotisserie chicken, but if you cooked your own, the chicken will

Celery – half of a bunch (ends and tops removed), diced

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absorb more. The quantities above fed a family of six with a couple of

Chicken – about 3-4 pounds, cooked and diced

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leftover servings. Plan your batch accordingly.

Miracle Whip – about 2 cups

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Nuts – about 1 cup, preferably pecans, chopped

Disclaimer: The nuts, as always, are optional, but the original Southern Living recipe called for cashews. My absolute favorite thing

WHAT TO DO:

ever. Unless you eat this salad fairly quickly, the cashews become mushy

1. First of all, for a good chicken salad, make sure your chicken has

and weird. At the tea room, we always used pecans, it kept well,

some flavor. Whether you boil your own or buy a rotisserie version,

and it was magical. I do believe, with utmost sincerity, that every single

flavor will make or break the deal. Next, if you are one that can only

person in our ginormous

cook by measuring exactly and following precise instructions, then this

family loves this chicken

my friend, will be a stretch for you. Hang in there!

salad. Truth! Oh, and for

2. You can certainly increase or decrease this recipe easily to your

soup? Again, a Tuttle House

liking. If you only need chicken salad for one or two? Chop up just the

Tea Room classic. So rich.

amount of chicken you will need and go from there. Add in as much

So easy. You’ll never want

celery and grapes as you’d like. Want less crunch? Go easy on the celery.

tomato soup out of a can

Pull it all together with miracle whip. That’s why this recipe isn’t really

again! After eating this

measured. It’s fool proof and very flexible. Let loose in the kitchen and

classic recipe, you’ll think

don’t be scared.

you’ve died and gone to

3. Now, where were we? Grab a good size bowl and combine the diced

La Madeleine’s!

chicken, diced celery, nuts, and the millions of grapes you sliced one by

FOR CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES YOU'LL NEED:

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FOR TOMATO SOUP YOU'LL NEED:

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2 cans (28 oz) peeled whole tomatoes, pureed (or 8-10 fresh)

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2 cups chicken broth

1 cup brown sugar 1 1/3 cup shortening 2 eggs 4 teaspoons vanilla 3 cups of fl our 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 12 oz bag semi sweet chocolate chips

WHAT TO DO:

8-10 fresh basil leaves, diced

1. Preheat oven to 325. In the bowl of a mixer,

OR 1 tablespoon pesto 1 cup heavy cream

combine sugars and shortening until well

One of stick butter

mixed. Add in eggs, one at a time, mixing well,

Salt / pepper to taste

then toss in vanilla. Add in the dry ingredients

leaving four or so inches between each one.

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1 cup granulated sugar

We alternated our rows and could only fit 8 per

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and mix just until combined. Stir in chocolate

WHAT TO DO:

chips.

1. Combine tomatoes, juice, and stock in a

2. Prepare a baking sheet by spraying with

medium sauce pan. Simmer 30 minutes. In the

non- stick spray. Scoop up cookie dough with a

meantime, roll up your basil leaves and give them a good chopping (or spoon in some good

How ‘bout adding another classic to the meal

pesto). Turn heat to low and add cream and

with a chocolate chip cookie? Sturdy enough

butter. Check for seasoning and garnish with

to turn into an ice cream sandwich or fill with

fresh basil leaves. Great for a grab and go lunch

buttercream like those sugar-licious versions

or a picnic in the park.

sold at the mall! Holy schmoly!

large tablespoon or ice cream scoop and drop the golf ball size mounds onto the baking sheet

baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes until golden around the edges. Remove cookies from oven and immediately drop pan onto counter to deflate cookies. This is a good thing. Let the cookies sit for a couple of minutes without touching them. Remove them onto a cooling rack and repeat until all dough is used. Store in an airtight container.

Yield: 2 1/2 dozen large cookies These classic family recipes are a great way to enjoy the taste of summer. They are superb all together or divided up into separate meals.

Perfectly as good on the go as they are for a dainty ladies tea. I hope you’ll try them all!

Happy summer-ing. ENJOY!

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BY CASSANDRA KEY

When it comes to weddings, the market is full of information and beautiful things for brides. There are loads of websites, articles, magazines, and shops for brides and their bridesmaids to peruse. But what about those handsome fellas standing by their sides? Don't they deserve a little attention and a nice fitting outfit they can show off at the ceremony? Of course they do, and that's where The Tuxedo Co. steps in.

since 3rd grade. He was in the business for 30 years and was ready for a change. I jumped at the opportunity to pick up where he left off and have enjoyed every minute of it since.”

From proms to weddings, Tracy says she enjoys how everything changes – the styles and colors and what men, young and old, are looking for to set themselves apart and compliment their personalities. “A young man is not an accessory to a dress like a purse or shoes,” she says. “He should look great even if he's not standing next to his [prom] date or wife.”

When it comes to what men are looking for in

The Tuxedo Co. has been in business for over

their wedding attire right now, anything goes! With

10 years and calls Longview home. Tracy Hays, a

the insurgence of couples wanting to plan a truly

native of Longview, took over the shop three years

unique wedding and one that expresses both their

ago and loves interacting with the community.

personalities, grooms-to-be are just as excited

“I've known the founding owner of the Tuxedo Co.

about what they'll be wearing as their ladies are.

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The slim and sleek look is definitely in, but

Tracy advises clients to bring in pictures so

sizes down, but it doesn't end there. We take

as Tracy points out, “This is East Texas, so

that they can get an idea of how he and his

pride in our product, so we like for the guys

vests and boots are very popular too. Most of

groomsmen want to look. One of her tips is

to come back in and try everything on before

today's grooms are very conscientious of the

to be realistic, especially when it comes to

taking items home so we can monitor the fit

weather. We look at all the options aside from

wedding parties. Groomsmen come in various

(pant and sleeve lengths).”

The Tuxedo Co. is open Monday through

the summer and early fall months.” Navy is

Saturday and walk-ins are welcome, but

popular this season, as well as gray, and for the

appointments are helpful when clients want

groom who wants a pop of color, the Tuxedo

to meet outside of store hours or during peak

Co. has two new vivid red jackets, as well as

seasons.

jackets in dark blue, light blue, and plum. They

If there's one thing that's clear, it's that the

also recently received a burgundy tuxedo. With

Tuxedo Co. is passionate about what they do.

all the variety available to the gents, it's no

They are a hometown business and treat every

wonder today's groom is enjoying choosing

client with respect and patience. Clients get

his attire.

personal attention and have fun in the process.

Envisioning the wedding party as a whole is

“I love the feeling when a stressed couple or 31 mom or kiddo says, 'This was so easy and

one of the Tuxedo Co.'s strengths. Not only do they visualize how an outfit will look on each

fun,'” Tracy says.

individual, but how the entire wedding party

Grooms can rest assured that they will be

will look as a whole. It's all about the vision and how designs could and should come together

taken care of as soon as they walk into the

to create a stunning wedding style.

shop. “This is what we do. Period. We focus on the man. We aren't renting tuxedos as a lure to get you to come in and buy something else. Our expectation is to see you in your tuxedo and Red ‘Carmine’ Tuxedo

shapes and sizes and not every style will look

make sure every detail is perfect.” And that's an expectation every man can appreciate.

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the same on all of the guys. But the shop's team are dedicated to making a vision reality, even if

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it has to be slightly altered to get the best look and feel. “Our goal is for everyone to leave the store feeling great,” Tracy says. In fact, finding

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Bride's Chapel and Event Hall is a one-of-a-kind venue that serves those wanting a traditional church wedding and those who love the idea of a chapel wedding with the wedding and reception conveniently in one location.

This kind of offering was the seed of an idea in which owners Pam and Rick Howell have blossomed into what Bride's Chapel is today.

event hall has a small-town charm, like a mid-century church you might come upon during a walk through the mountains. It's an ideal setting for spring and summer weddings with its garden area of soft, green grass and flowers. The garden also houses a gazebo, which can be used as an altar and decorated to match the wedding's colors and style. A walkway to the gazebo acts as an aisle and is lined with lamplight, and there's a large patio area of stained concrete which can be used as a seating area or dance floor.

“My husband and I got into the business shortly after my daughter

Having an event hall adjacent to the garden area is especially

got married 10 years ago,” Pam says. “We wanted a traditional venue,

convenient for couples who want an outdoor ceremony with an indoor

but with fewer restrictions. We didn't find that and I commented to my

reception. The Bride's Chapel event hall has everything a wedding would

husband that Longview could use this kind of venue. Next thing I knew,

need, from tables, chairs and decoration options to a catering kitchen

we had purchased a church facility and were remodeling it into Bride's

and DJ space. It's also located directly behind the chapel so that the

Chapel and Event Hall.”

wedding party can easily move from ceremony to reception space. By

The chapel has seen many weddings and events since it opened the

having this kind of layout, couples and their guests don't have to worry

doors eight years ago, each one unique and memorable for the guests

about setting up transportation and transitioning from one venue to

and those involved in creating those special moments. The chapel and

another. It's the perfect all-in-one wedding locale.

As for what makes Bride's Chapel and Event

also a sound system in the chapel, spacious

Hall a wonderful choice for brides and grooms-

dressing areas, private rooms for the bride

to-be, it is the variety of options available. “You

and groom, an officiant's room, decorative silk

may choose the chapel and event hall for [your]

plants (that can be altered to fit your colors),

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and gorgeous chandeliers that glow with

garden and event hall. If you choose the garden

luminous white light. Each of the dressing

and the weather does not cooperate with your

rooms have abundant mirrors and seating.

plans, the chapel will be ready and waiting for

Hardwood flooring throughout adds to the

your use. We also have two paved parking lots

chapel's country charm.

Pam, Rick, and the event specialists who make Bride's Chapel such a unique venue are dedicated to bringing a couple's wedding dream into reality. “We want to make sure your special day is wonderful and memorable for you and your guests,” Pam says. “We will work with each individual to help their vision come to life.”

to accommodate you and your guests.”

If there's one thing people love, it's choices as well as flexibility and Bride's Chapel and Event Hall offers that plus so much more. It's traditional and classic but also modern and contemporary. It’s all up to the bride and groom and how they choose to create their wedding vision.

Pam suggests calling or emailing to book an appointment for facility tours. “We want to make sure we have time set aside just for our

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Booking the venue is done on a first come, Pam says that what she loves most about

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Bride's Chapel and Event Hall is the versatility

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it offers. “We have a chapel which seats up to

clients have plenty of time to enjoy their special

295. It is predominantly used for weddings,

day. Like any wedding-savvy insider, Pam

but has also been used for performances.”

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Eleanor Boyd

903-938-1359

Available for your event: strings, accordion, winds, piano, harp, and vocals

www.evergreenstrings.com | evergreenstrings@yahoo.com

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“Where Nature & Design Come Together”

www.TwoDandelions.com 6 1 4 Tr yon C ou r t T Y L E R , T E X AS

Photo by Photography by Gema

(903)521-1725

SPECIALIZING IN WEDDING AND EVENT DESIGN

Hitt & Miss

Vintage Rental & Sales Tyler, Texas

• On-Site Photo Shoots For Photographers & Brides • Wedding Supplies • Wedding Rentals • Resale Shop

For Information Call

903-520-7207

www.HittAndMiss.com

Tent & Ceiling Draping • Furniture • Decor • Design

an intimate, rustic, wedding venue

For Reservations: 903-225-9300

www.HighPointAcres.com

Tent & Ceiling Draping • Custom Decor • Furniture • Design

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Brosangs

Limousine Service

3333 Troup Hwy. Tyler 903-525-9977 • 903-752-5402 www.brosangslimousine.com

..... Directory of Preferred Vendors and Resources ....

BAKERIES Kerns Bakery 1009 E. Marshall Ave. Longview 903-758-2681

BED & BREAKFASTS

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BRIDAL BOUTIQUES: RESALE AND CONSIGNMENT Bridal & Prom Boutique

BRIDAL SHOWS

Flint 903-561-6926

www.easttexasweddingevents.com

CABIN RENTALS Starr Hill Lodge 150 ACR 159 Palestine 903-729-1009

CAKE DESIGNERS Calavera Cakery

BRIDAL BOUTIQUES Brides & Belles of Tyler 3524 S. Broadway Ave.

903-236-2895 www.perfectcateringonline.com

Tyler 903-570-0364

903-431-3573

Serving all of East Texas

Tyler 903-526-3224

10271 FM 2813

Serve Em Up Mobile Bar

Perfect Catering

903-475-4726

East Texas Wedding Extravaganza

BEVERAGE SERVICES: COFFEE, WINE AND LIQUOR

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3333 Troup Hwy.

Centaur Arabian Farms

www.centaurarabianfarms.com

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for a stylish wedding

Traditions Restaurant & Catering 6205 S. Broadway Tyler 903-534-1111 www.traditionstyler.com

CHAIR & TABLE LINENS Uniquely Chic 119 Rutland Hallsville 903-445-3246 www.uniquelychiclinens.com

FLORISTS

4857 Page Rd.

Ann’s Petals

Longview 903-466-2768

2632 Bill Owens Pkwy

www.calaveracakery.com

Longview 903-297-7799 www.annspetals.com

Tyler 903-581-8211

Designs By D’Anne

www.bridesbellestyler.com

903-589-6992

Casa Flora Flower Shop

903-216-5714

314 Magnolia Ln.

www.designsbydanne.com

Longview 903-753-4492

Dress Me Bridal 302 S. Henderson Bullard 903-894-3505 www.ilovedressme.com Emily Rae’s Bridal, Prom and Tux Boutique

www.casafloraflowers.com Kerns Bakery 1009 E. Marshall Ave.

La Bella Blooms

Longview 903-758-2681

Longview 903-452-9511

CATERERS

www.labellablooms.com

206 North Center St.

Adalante’ Catering Company

La Tee Da

Longview 903-757-0307

1723 Troup Hwy.

310 W. Rusk St.

www.emilyraesboutique.com

Tyler 903-526-3800

Tyler 903-566-1566

www.adalantecatering.com

www.lateedaflowers.com

Bear Creek Smokehouse

Primrose Path Flowers and Gifts

10857 SH 154

304 Locust Street

Tyler 903-597-7497

Marshall 903-935-5217

Tyler 903-509-3839

www.weddingsatoz.net

www.bearcreeksmokehouse.com

www.primrosepathflowers.com

Weddings A to Z 3333 Troup Hwy.

..... Directory of Preferred Vendors and Resources ....

Two Dandelions by Diane Reis Tyler 903-521-1725 www.twodandelions.com

HAIR STYLISTS Fountain of Youth 1915 Judson Road Longview 903-234-1020 www.foydayspa.com

HEALTHY LIFESTYLES Deborah Norman Ind. Distributor for It Works Longview 903-918-6300 www.debnorman.myitworks.com

INVESTMENTS

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MUSIC/BANDS

Rose Retirement

Otis and The Metro Band

7719 US Hwy. 259 N.

Tyler 903-597-4928

Longview 903-240-7241 www.roseretirementtx.com

LIMOUSINES & SHUTTLE BUSES Brosang’s Limousine Service 3333 Troup Hwy.

www.metroband.org The Darrin Morris Band 903-790-4913 www.darrinmorrisband.com

MUSIC/DJS

Tyler 903-525-9977

CMB Music Productions

903-752-5402

111 S Glenwood Blvd.

www.brosangslimousine.com

LUXURY PORTABLE TOILETS

Tyler 903-630-7170 www.cmbdjs.com Texas Best Events

Fabulous Flush

903-374-3736

Courtyard by Marriott

Flint 903-258-0807

www.texasbestevents.com

7424 S. Broadway Ave.

www.fabulousflush.com

Tyler 903-509-4411 www.marriott.com/tyrcy Hampton Inn & Suites North 3044 N. Eastman Rd. Longview 903-663-8670

MONOGRAM PROJECTION & EVENT LIGHTING Longview Lights 3098 N. Eastman Rd. Ste. 109-132

MUSIC/STRINGS Evergreen Strings 903-938-1359 www.evergreenstrings.com

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Longview 903-790-4067

Chic Framed Photography

www.longviewlights.com

Hallsville 903-736-5493

2421 ESE Loop 323

Stageworks

Fresh Focus Films

Tyler 903-566-0600

Serving all of East Texas

5002 Woodgate Dr.

www.hietyler.com

903-241-3419

Texarkana 903-831-6837

www.hamptonlongviewnorth.com Holiday Inn Express South

Homewood Suites / Hilton 205 North Spur 63 Longview 903-234-0214 www.longview.homewoodsuites.com The Hilton Garden Inn

903-276-4432 Texas Best Events 903-374-3736 www.texasbestevents.com Tyler Uplights

www.freshfocusfilms.com Lauren Ashley Photography Tyler 903-521-8862 www.laurenashleyphotos.com

220 E. Grande Blvd.

111 S Glenwood Blvd.

Lindsay Steele Photography

Tyler 903-509-1166

Tyler 903-525-9506

Longview 903-746-2759

www.tyler.hgi.com

www.tyleruplights.com

www.lindsaysteelephotography.com

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HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS FOR GUESTS

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..... Directory of Preferred Vendors and Resources ....

PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOBOOTH RENTAL

for a stylish wedding

WEDDING COORDINATORS

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Doodley Dee’s Farm LLC

903 Events

3853 FM 1999

Capture POD East Texas

Longview 903-576-0940

Karnack 318-402-1811

Longview 903-576-0639

www.903eventstx.com

www.thecountryvenue.com

www.capturepodetx.com

RESTAURANT AND PRIVATE EVENT VENUE

WEDDING EVENT PLANNERS

Eagle’s Bluff Country Club

903 Events

700 North Eagle’s Bluff Blvd.

Longview 903-576-0940

Bullard 903-825-1123

www.903eventstx.com

www.eaglesbluffcc.com

Harleton 903-240-1587

Adalante’ Catering Company

East Texas Builders Association & Event Center

www.enochsstomp.com

1723 Troup Hwy.

2023 Alpine Rd.

Tyler 903-526-3800

Longview 903-758-6416

www.adalantecatering.com

www.theeventcenter-longview.com

Enoch’s Stomp Vineyard and Winery 871 Ferguson Rd. (CR 4312)

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SALONS & DAY SPAS

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Fountain of Youth 1915 Judson Road Longview 903-234-1020 www.foydayspa.com

TUXEDOS Emily Rae’s Bridal, Prom and Tux Boutique

WEDDING LOCATION AND EVENT PACKAGES

El Rancho Verde 11235 CR 456 S

Bella Sera Ranch

Henderson 903-720-1359

286 ACR 1400

www.elranchoverdetx.com

Palestine 903-723-0900 www.bellaseraranch.com

206 North Center St.

Enoch’s Stomp Vineyard and Winery 871 Ferguson Rd. (CR 4312)

Longview 903-757-0307

Brides Chapel and Event Hall

Harleton 903-240-1587

www.emilyraesboutique.com

4400 W. Marshall Ave.

www.enochsstomp.com

Longview 903-759-7100 Harleys Formal Wear

www.brideschapel.com

4815 Old Bullard Rd. Tyler 903-534-9799

Castle on the Lake

www.harleysformen.com

9110 US Hwy. 79 W.

The Tuxedo Co. 100 Tall Pines Ave., Ste. 3

Jacksonville 903-721-3593 www.jacksonvillecastle.com

Longview 903-759-5503

C.C. Byrd Event Center

www.tuxedo-co.com

7440 FM 16

VIDEOGRAPHERS

Van 903-539-6464 www.ccbyrdeventlodge.com

Fresh Focus Films

High Point Acres 10713 Tidwell Rd. Tyler 903-225-9300 www.highpointacres.com Hollytree Country Club 6700 Hollytree Dr. Tyler 903-581-4952 www.hollytreecc.com Miss Mary’s Place

5002 Woodgate Dr.

Centaur Arabian Farms

1997 FM. Rd. 2011

Texarkana 903-831-6837

10271 FM 2813

Longview 903-720-7347

903-276-4432

Flint 903-561-6926

903-918-6034

www.freshfocusfilms.com

www.centaurarabianfarms.com

www.missmarysplace.com

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Starr Hill Lodge

The Summit Club

150 ACR 159

3700 Judson Rd.

Palestine 903-729-1009

Longview 903-753-0331

Stone Oak Ranch

for a stylish wedding

www.summitlongview.com

Murchison 903-530-4201

Villa Di Felicitá

www.stoneoakranch.com

7891 Hwy. 110, 3-5 Outside N. Loop 323

The Arbor 2215 Roy Rd. Tyler 903-534-4997 www.arborvenue.com The Barn at Hickory Creek Crockett 936-222-4562

WEDDING SUPPLY RENTALS/VINTAGE Hitt and Miss 11425 County Road 1113 Tyler 903-520-7207 www.hittandmiss.com

www.villadifelicita.com Mirabella Willow Creek Ranch 11233 CR 233 Arp 903-279-2671 www.thewillowcreekranchtx.com

WEDDING SUPPLY RENTALS

5515 State Hwy. 31 W Tyler 903-200-6744 www.mirabelladecor.com Pursuing Eden Rentals

The Belgium House

All American Party and Tent Rentals

497 Henderson Ln.

5520 E. Country Club Road

4917 Old Jacksonville Hwy.

Longview 903-738-5577

Longview 903-387-0922

Tyler 903-561-2943

www.thebelgiumhouse.com

866-561-2943

The Cascades Golf and Country Club

www.allamericanpartyandtent.com

www.pursuingeden.com Tyler Tents and Events

2611 Cascades Golf Club Dr.

Pursuing Eden Rentals

5515 State Hwy. 31 W

Tyler 903-525-0033

497 Henderson Ln.

www.cascadesoftexas.com

Tyler 903-200-6744

Longview 903-387-0922

The Landing at Joshua Farms LLC 14278 SH 322 N Kilgore 903-643-9574 www.thelandingeventcenter.com The Reserve 7725 Hwy. 259

www.pursuingeden.com Red Hat Rentals

www.tylertentsandevents.com Vintage Design & Rental Company

951 N.E. Loop 7

10828 Nix Lane

Athens 903-677-3850

Whitehouse 573-701-6027

Corner of Oak St. and Hwy. 488 Fairfield 903-389-8665

903-574-1450 www.vintagedesignandrentalco.com

Longview 903-663-7650

3210 West Oak St.

903-431-3496

Palestine 903-729-3400

www.bookthereserve.com

www.redhatrentals.com

The Rustic Barn

Tyler Tents and Events

16490 FM 1255

5515 State Hwy. 31 W

Canton 903-829-5224

Tyler 903-200-6744

Long 903-918-6300

www.rusticbarnevents.com

www.tylertentsandevents.com

www.debnorman.myitworks.com

WEIGHT LOSS Deborah Norman Ind. Distributor for It Works

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www.thebarnathickorycreek.com

Tyler 903-597-0002

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