January 2022 Show Preview Guide

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JAN 9

JOHN S. KNIGHT CENTER DOWNTOWN AKRON

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JAN 22-23 I-X CENTER CLEVELAND

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OHIO’S MOST POPULAR WEDDING EVENTS OF THE YEAR!

THE OFFICIAL SHOWS OF THE TODAY’S BRIDE MAGAZINE

AKRON JANUARY 9

JOHN S. KNIGHT CENTER

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SUN: 10AM –­ 3PM

CLEVELAND JANUARY 22-23 I-X CENTER

SAT: 12PM ­– 6PM | SUN: 10AM ­– 5PM

Today’s Bride Wedding Shows offer you the opportunity to meet 150+ of Northeast Ohio’s most trusted wedding businesses. Receive advice from the professionals, see new trends, taste delicious cake and catering samples, obtain price quotes and discounts, win prizes and giveaways, book your favorite vendors on-the-spot, and more!

@TODAYSBRIDE Where can you get tickets?

Online at TodaysBride.com

At TodaysBride.com, you can purchase general admission tickets at a discounted rate, upgrade to a Diamond Ticket Experience, or join Today’s Bride online to get a 50% off promo code.

Local Wedding Businesses

A list of exhibiting businesses is available at TodaysBride.com. These exhibitors have a limited number of free tickets to give away, so be sure to contact them before the show to get yours.

ADMISSION AT THE DOOR IS $15 Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 at TodaysBride.com.

Attending a wedding show can be an incredibly helpful part of the planning process. Here’s why!

Save Time

Hundreds of wedding professionals all under one roof!

Save Money

Have Fun!

Score deals and save hundreds! Many exhibitors offer specials and discounts at the show.

Enjoy the time you’ll spend with your friends, family or fiancé!

Latest Trends

Freebies

WOW!

Giveaways, prizes, discounts & samples will be offered by the exhibitors.

See fashion shows, invitation designs, reception decor and so much more!

Chat with Professionals Use this time to ask questions, share ideas and view samples of professional work.

Every bride receives a FREE issue of Today’s Bride Magazine and a pink LOVE totebag.* *while supplies last

Find the hottest wedding trends for 2022-2023

FASHION SHOWS

Visit TodaysBride.com/shows for show times.

LIVE DEMOS

Demos all day. Check TodaysBride.com for details.

INSPIRATION GALLERIES Cakes, tables, photos, & gowns.

Vote for your favorites!

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT A What is a wedding show all about?

A wedding show is a fun way to enjoy a day out with your bridal party, mom, or fiancé! Get answers to your questions, advice and special deals from local wedding experts, and inspiration for your big day! You may even win prizes and giveaways. This is your chance to plan your entire wedding under one roof!

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WEDDING SHOW

What should I bring?

We suggest bringing a pen & paper to take notes, your phone to add contacts and take pictures, and a calendar to make appointments. You may decide to make a deposit, so bring your checkbook or credit card, too. Knowing your wedding date, color scheme, and bringing a binder of inspiration can be a huge help when you’re trying to convey your ideas to vendors. Comfortable shoes are a must! And printed address labels that include your name, phone number, email, wedding date, and venue will ensure that your hand won’t cramp from the constant writing. No need to bring a bag to hold all your pamphlets and goodies — we provide those at the door!

Who should I bring?

That’s totally up to you! Whether it’s just you and your fiancé, your mom and maid/matron-of-honor, or your entire bridal party, we welcome everyone to our events!

Can I bring children?

Children are welcome to attend our shows, and kids under 6 years old get in free! But because we suggest scheduling at least half a day for our shows, we do advise against bringing children since they tire easily. If you do decide to bring a little one along, keep in mind that strollers are hard to maneuver around the booths, displays, and the other guests.

How much does it cost to attend?

General admission tickets are $15 at the door, but we suggest buying tickets online to save both time and money. Use promo code SHOW4 to save $4. Your general admission ticket gains you access to the show floor, exhibitors, features, and fashion shows.

Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 at TodaysBride.com.

What do I get?

With your admission to the show, every engaged attendee will receive the latest edition of the Today’s Bride Magazine and a handy pink bag for free! (While supplies last)

What is a Diamond Ticket?

Upgrade your show experience to a Diamond Ticket ($40 online) to receive the following: • General admission to the event • Signature cocktail in a keepsake glass • Bride-to-be or Bride Tribe sash • LOVE insulated cooler • Pink slim-can koozie • Custom print from SymbolizeIt.com • Two free tickets to the Today’s Bride April 2-3, 2022 Wedding Show *Promo codes do not apply to Diamond Tickets

Will there be food?

Concessions will be available for attendees at both the John S. Knight Center and I-X Center shows. Plus, some vendors will be passing out free samples of their catering and cake options!

Have any other questions?

Feel free to give us a call at 330-670-9545 or jump online and chat live with a Today’s Bride team member at TodaysBride.com.

Who will be exhibiting?

Want to find out who you can meet at the Today’s Bride Shows? Turn the page for a list of some of the vendors who will be exhibiting at each show!

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JAN 9

John S. Knight Center 77 E. Mill St. • Akron, OH 10:00am - 3:00pm

Meet these wedding professionals:

Beauty & Health A White Pond Paradise Arbonne Modern Vitality Medical Spa Bridal Attire & Accessories Alterations Express David’s Bridal Doreen Leaf Designs Koda Bridal Lavender Bridal Salon TLC Bridal And Formal Cakes & Desserts Acme Fresh Market Cakes In The Mix Bakery Mockingbird Bakery Nothing Bundt Cakes Stow Reeves Cake Shop The Faithful Little Cupcake Catering & Bar Service Acme Fresh Market Catering Mission BBQ - Canton Old Carolina Barbecue

S ound Precision Entertainment S teven Vance Electric Violin & DJ Favors & Gifts Sam Sutton Caricature Flowers Acme Fresh Market Floral Country Daisies Floral Lorfell Studio Florist The Bouquet Shop Home, Finance, & Registry Dillard’s Summit Mall Kitchen Tradition Bridal Registry Ohio State Waterproofing Union Home Mortgage Invitations & Stationery Jones Printing Services Plume & Paper

Todd H Carlson Weddings Ushine Design Reception Venues AA Executive Catering Akron Art Museum Aramark at Quaker Station Birdseye Barn at Western Star oubletree by Hilton Canton D Downtown Eastwood Event Centre Galaxy Banquet Center Gervasi Vineyard Glenmoor Country Club Greystone Guy’s Party Center Historic Onesto Event Center Holiday Inn Canton LaPlace Events

Jewelry Sunshine of Ohio

Occasions Party Centre

Men’s Formalwear Adam’s Men’s Clothier

Silver Lake Country Club

Pine View Acres Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens

Robert J. Events & Catering

Jos. A. Bank Clothiers

The Bertram Inn & Conference Center

Village Catering Company

Men’s Wearhouse

The Tudor House at Mason’s Cove

Decor, Lighting, & Rentals Canton Chair Rental Lavender & Lace Event Rentals Miller’s Party Rental Center Sitting Pretty Linens Walnut Ridge Wedding Rentals DJs, Bands, & Musicians

ondinelli Tuxedos R

by Roy’s Stow Travel Photo Booths C lear Choice Photo Booth First Choice Photography Photography A nytime Picture

A udio Extremes Entertainment

B. Frohman Imaging + Design

B each Boyz Entertainment

Cuff Link Media

O n The Mic Entertainment

Five Five Media Co.

R ock The House Entertainment

Kropp Photography

R okestar Entertainment

McNair Photographic, LLC

Willow Haven Event Center Transportation BVIP Limousine Service Travel & Honeymoon AAA Travel Dream Vacations Tipping & Sears Travel Roy’s Travel, Tux and Limo Unique Services Dancing Cleveland Videography A Crystal Clear Sound, Video, Photo

Check TodaysBride.com for additional vendors added daily. Plus get a sneak peek of show specials!

BONUS Attend the January 9 John S. Knight Center Show and receive 2 FREE TICKETS to the January 22 & 23 I-X Center Show* *Tickets must be picked up on January 9th. Valid for registered engaged attendees only. Tickets are

Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 good at TodaysBride.com. for one day on either January 22nd or 23rd.

DIRECTIONS & PARKING

FASHION SHOWS

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Parking is FREE in all City of Akron decks on Sundays. City of Akron owned decks include: Broadway, Cascade, CitiCenter, High/Market & Morley.

The John S. Knight Center is centrally located in the heart of Downtown Akron, Ohio. Getting here is easy.

Interstate 77, I-76, and State Route 8 all run through downtown Akron and are just blocks away from the Center. These major highways connect with other regional routes, including I-71, I-271, and the Ohio Turnpike.

See the hottest wedding fashions for you and your entire bridal party on stage! All fashion shows include several bridal shops and tuxedo companies to give you the widest array of options to help find your perfect look.

Show MC & Stage Production: Rock The House Entertainment Fashion Show Coordinator: FASHION SHOW Emily Carlier

FASHION SHOW PRODUCTION PARTNER

PRODUCTION PARTNER:

Visit TodaysBride.com for a list of fashion show times.

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JAN 22 23 &

I-X Center

1 I-X Center Dr. • Cleveland Sat 12pm – 6pm Sun 10am – 5pm

Meet these wedding professionals:

Beauty & Health Mary Kay Cosmetics Pure Cryo Scentsy By Cuyla Bridal Attire & Accessories Alterations Express CLE Bride by Expressions David’s Bridal Doreen Leaf Designs

Flowers So Bloom

Glenmoor Country Club

Home, Finance, & Registry Amko Lending

La-Vera Party Center

Kent State University Student Center Landoll’s Mohican Castle

Kitchen Tradition Bridal Registry

LaPlace Events

LeafGuard

Mohican Gardens & Conservatory

Ohio State Waterproofing

Penthouse Events CLE

Invitations & Stationery Jones Printing Services

The Amish Door The Bertram Inn & Conference Center

Galleria Gowns

Noteriety Invitations

The Hotel at Oberlin

Koda Bridal

Plume & Paper

The CoLab

Radiant Bride Cakes & Desserts Dessert Goddess Bake Shop Jenni Pops Pearl’s Cakery Susan’s Sugar & Spice Wine Down & Sweets Cafe Catering & Bar Service City Barbeque LaShon’s Catering Specialists Mission BBQ - Parma Thirsty Filly Mobile Bar Service Consultants & Planners Details by Dr. Arlonda Decor, Lighting, & Rentals Ash & Still Boutique Cigar Lounge Rental Elegant Assets Linen & Décor It’s Artsee Live Let’s Entertain Marquee Magic LLC Miller’s Party Rental Center DJs, Bands, & Musicians Anna Hoopes Wedding Violinist Audio Extremes Entertainment Burning River Entertainment Group C-Town Entertainment Cleveland Music Group Lime Lights Entertainment LO-KEY Entertainment Services

Jewelry Sunshine of Ohio Men’s Formalwear Jos. A. Bank Clothiers Men’s Wearhouse Tuxedo Junction Photo Booths Clear Choice Photo Booth First Choice Photography J. Legacy Event Center Photobooth Photography Anytime Picture Cirino Photography Cleveland Photo Group Cuff Link Media Eighty Eight Photo Five Five Media Co.

The Shipyards Willow Haven Event Center Rehearsals, Showers, & Parties Pure Romance Transportation A-1 Mr. Limo BVIP Limousine Service CLE Royale Green Limousine JVS Services, LLC Travel & Honeymoon J Sullivan Travel Lisa's Dream Getaways Travel Agency Lovin’ Life Travel Unique Services Doggy I Do

Flash of Confidence Photography

Dancing Cleveland

Jadie Foto

Law Enforcement Management Solutions

Jay Kossman Photography Jodi Hutton Photography John Paul Studios LLC Kropp Photography McNair Photographic, LLC Ushine Design Reception Venues Ariel Broadway Center

Videography Hardesty Imaging The Digital Team Check TodaysBride.com for additional vendors added daily. Plus get a sneak peek of show specials!

Ariel International Center Ariel Pearl Center

Music & More, Inc.

Chautauqua Institution & Athenaeum Hotel

Rock The House Entertainment

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

Selective Sound Entertainment

Columbia Hills

Sound Precision Entertainment SoundProof Entertainment

Elegant Assets Historical Event Center

Synapse Entertainment

Embassy Suites Cleveland - Rockside

Favors & Gifts Sam Sutton Caricature

The Lodge at New Russia Township

Emerald Event Center at The Residence Inn Avon Gideon Owen Wine Company

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DIRECTIONS & PARKING

Parking is $10 for secured, well-lit, on-site, gated parking spaces. Uber, Lyft, and Taxi drop-offs permitted.

From I-71 N Exit #237 (Snow Rd.). Turn left on Snow Rd., follow until it the road ends, then follow directions for Route 237 South.

From I-71 S Take Airport Exit (Route 237) South.

From I-480 E to Grayton Rd. exit; turn right on Grayton Rd. and left at the next intersection (Route 17). Follow signs to Route 237 South.

From Turnpike Exit #161. Follow I-71 north to Snow Rd. exit.

Turn left on Snow Rd., follow until the road ends, then follow directions for Route 237 South.

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GALLERIES OF INSPIRATION

Cake Gallery Find the latest trends in cake decorating from fondant to hand-painting. Help award Bride’s Choice by voting on your favorite!

Table Gallery See how centerpieces, linens, place settings, and decor come together in our reception table gallery and vote for your favorite table!

Gown Gallery Don’t have your dress yet? View and compare different silhouettes, styles, and designers from local bridal shops to find the perfect gown!

Portrait Gallery Check out the work of some of the best local photographers to get ideas on poses, lighting, and style, then talk to ones you love at the show!

Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 at TodaysBride.com.

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show FEATURES!

Wording Your Invitations Station Take the guesswork out of wording your invitations. Tips, timelines, dos & donts!

Sponsored by Plume & Paper.

Taste Your Way Around the Show From meatballs and barbecue to cake and cookies, enjoy tasting free catering and cake samples to help you choose the perfect menu.

Limo Row Step inside various limos and transportation options for your wedding weekend needs – all on display within the convention centers.

FREE Caricature Souvenir The perfect souvenir from a fun day! Receive a live caricature drawing to take home by artist Sam Sutton Caricature.

Beauty Bar Brides-to-be step up to the Beauty Bar to get a mini-wedding day trial hairstyle and make-up application.

FREE Ring Cleaning Polish that beautiful diamond ring of yours with a complimentary ring cleaning from the professionals at Sunshine of Ohio!

Visit TodaysBride.com for more features, details, and times.

Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 at TodaysBride.com.

Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 at TodaysBride.com.

DIAMOND

TICKETS

Get the ultimate show experience at the January 9 or January 22 & 23 Wedding Show with a DIAMOND TICKET. Diamond Tickets include: ✓ General Admission to the Wedding Show ✓ Signature Drink in a Keepsake Love Glass ✓ Bride-to-be or Bride Tribe Sash

✓ Pink Slim Can Koozie ✓ Custom Print from SymbolizeIt.com

✓ 2 FREE Tickets to the April 2022 Today’s Bride Wedding Show

✓ LOVE Insulated Cooler Bag

A $100 value for only $40!

Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 at TodaysBride.com.

Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 at TodaysBride.com.

Signin�

AT THE SHOW

Making a decision as big as booking your

wedding vendors is stressful no matter when you do it. Procrastinating won’t make your decision any easier, so why wait?

THEY’RE RELIABLE & CREDIBLE

GET YOUR DATE BEFORE IT’S BOOKED

SAVE YOURSELF TIME AND STRESS

ACCESS TO NEW TRENDS & IDEAS

The vendors exhibiting at the Today’s Bride Shows are reliable and experienced. They’re not random Joe Schmo’s who sell you a deal and then run off with your deposit. Because they invested in their booth space, you can rest assured that they will do everything they can to make your wedding perfect.

Don’t sneakily research florists at work or fill your weekends with appointments and consultations. By booking with the professionals at the Today’s Bride Shows, you’ll have less to stress about and more time to spend with your fiancé.

Most vendors are already booking their 2022, 2023 and beyond calendars! By making your deposit at the show, you are reserving your date so that it cannot be booked by any other couple. If you wait too long, you may end up without a DJ, be forced to change seasons and/or months, or even have to postpone your wedding a bit!

Some up-and-coming trends will be on display at the show. If you want your wedding to be unique and memorable, don’t wait to book vendors who use these incredible new ideas and innovative technologies.

Remember, always read your contract fully before signing, and never place a deposit without a contract!

YOU’LL SAVE YOURSELF TIME, MONEY, AND STRESS BY BOOKING YOUR VENDORS AT THE TODAY’S BRIDE WEDDING SHOWS!

SPECIALS, DISCOUNTS & SAVINGS! From finding a photographer to booking your venue, the cost of your wedding can add up quickly. That’s why it’s important to come to the Today’s Bride Wedding Show. Save hundreds on your wedding with all of the show specials, discounts and giveaways.

Visit TodaysBride.com for an updated list of show specials and discounts!

Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 at TodaysBride.com.

Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 at TodaysBride.com.

Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 at TodaysBride.com.

Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 at TodaysBride.com.

Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 at TodaysBride.com.

Buy tickets online & save $4. Use promo code SHOW4 at TodaysBride.com.

1930 N. Cleveland-Massillon Road Akron, Ohio 44333 330-670-9545 • 216-393-5677 www.TodaysBride.com

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