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Index CALHOUN’S BANQUETS & COPPER CELLAR CATERING: MAKING SPECIAL OCCASIONS PERFECT FACING YOUR WEDDING INVITATION ONLY: PARE DOWN YOUR GUEST LIST SET THE TONE: MUSICIAN POINTERS FOR YOUR WEDDING
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Calhoun’s Banquets &CopperCellar Catering Making special occasions perfect alhoun’s Banquets and Copper Cellar Catering can help make your next special occasion perfect with a wide range of dining options, whether at Calhoun’s on the River’s banquet facility or offsite. The facility accommodates up to 300 people and offers panoramic views of the Tennessee River, large windows, hardwood floors and a neutral color palette waiting for your individual touch!
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For more intimate occasions, like a bridal shower, the facility can be divided into smaller rooms while maintaining the charm and benefits of Calhoun’s on the River. If you already have the venue but need the food, your possibilities are endless with Copper Cellar Catering. Traveling all over Middle and East Tennessee, Copper Cellar is available at any of the area wedding venues and is ready to make
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your offsite occasion extra special! A team of knowledgeable staff is dedicated to operating the banquet facility and offsite catering. The team has its own “It’s complete kitchen and can put together menu service start to finish” items from any of the Copper Cellar - Kimberly Sterchi, family of restauGeneral Manager rants, including Calhoun’s, Chesapeake’s and Copper Cellar. The staff is very hands-on, so it isn’t unusual for the person who handled your initial inquiry to later be found working at your event. “We have a very experienced staff. They are very knowledgeable about weddings and rehearsal dinners. They know all the questions to ask, which really helps guide people through,” Kimberly Sterchi, general manager for Calhoun’s Banquets and Copper Cellar Catering, said. Not only is the staff experienced and the food great, the service is outstanding! Copper Cellar sets up, cleans up and can even arrange rentals for tables, chairs or tents. “It’s complete service start to finish,” said Sterchi. Think of Calhoun’s Banquets and Copper Cellar Catering for your next special occasion!
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Facing your Wedding H E AT H E R M AY S writer for farragutpress hmays@farragutpress.com
eddings are funny creatures. Whether you think weddings can’t be too big — with hundreds of guests and gowns shaped like cupcakes — or if you prefer (much) smaller, intimate, 10-people-on-a-beach-type weddings, you’re still going to have to face (cue dramatic chords) the wedding industry. And “industry” it is ... what with all of the requisite planners, caterers, bakers, photographers, musicians, deejays and clergymen — not to mention the dress and tux people. Personally, I’m a small wedding kind of person, the kind of person who resisted even a 200-word story on her experiences planning her teensy-tiny beach wedding. But here goes: so far, I’ve found a dress, which I bought from a lovely lady named Lisa at Wedding Wonderland. And it turns out that Lisa at Wedding Wonderland is an old acquaintance from high school, who reminisced with me and told me funny stories while bringing me dozens of beautiful dresses. And seemingly without effort, she reminded me what weddings are all about, big or small. Weddings are about celebrating love and relationships — with your groom, absolutely; but also with your family and friends ... and with acquaintances you happen to run into in bridal shops. So to all of my fellow brides-to-be — good luck planning out there, and have fun.
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Invitation Only P a re d o w n y o u r g u e s t l i s t
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ouples are faced with many decisions when planning a wedding. One often overlooked decision concerns the guest list. Ideally, couples would love to invite all their friends and family to share in their special day. Realistically, however, budget often dictates just how many guests a couple can invite. That reality has led to a disagreement or two over the years, as both the bride-to-be and her future husband make their case for who makes the cut. To help avoid such disagreements,
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couples should consider the following tips when paring down their guest list. * Make a master list as early as possible. It’s impossible to pare down a guest list if there’s no list to begin with. Once the planning process begins, couples should separately write down all the guests they would like to invite. Once each is finished with their list, the hard work of paring that list down can begin. * Consider who’s footing the bill. If Mom and Dad are paying for the wedding, then their
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GUEST LIST, from page 8 suggestions for the guest list should carry most of the weight. Weddings are very expensive, and if Mom and Dad are paying they should have a significant say who will be in attendance. The same principle can be applied if the couple is paying for their own wedding. If the costs are being split down the middle, then both the groom and bride-to-be should be allowed to invite the same number of guests. * Ask that kids stay home. Many couples request that their guests leave the kids at home. While nieces and nephews might make the cut, it’s perfectly acceptable for couples to state their preference that children not attend. This can be noted on the invitation, addressing friends as “Mr. John Doe and guest” or “Mr. and Mrs. John Doe.” Guests should take the hint, but if any RSVPs with their kids, be sure to call them immediately and explain the situation. Friends and family should understand the preference, particularly in the current economic climate. * It’s not a reunion. Couples are often tempted to invite long-lost friends to their wedding. But cost-conscious couples must recognize their wedding is not a reunion. If the goal is to keep the guest list under control, only invite close friends and family members who have kept in touch over the years. * Stick to your guns. Couples vary greatly with what they want out of their wedding. Some want a grandiose affair they can share with their whole family and all of their friends. Other couples want a more laid-back affair with only those closest to them in attendance. Whatever their preference, couples should remain firm and not feel guilty no matter how many guests they choose to invite or not invite. * Cut back in other areas. If it’s proving simply impossible to agree on a reduced guest list, consider inviting everyone and cutting back in other areas. Before signing any contracts, closely examine each one for items that can be removed without drastically changing the ceremony and celebration. Chances are there are savings to be had, and those savings might make the difference between inviting and not inviting another friend or family member. 10 With this Ring 2011
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Set the Tone
Musician pointers for your wedding rides and grooms have a few options when it comes to the music played at their ceremony and reception. Live musicians or deejays are often the entertainment of choice. When hiring the entertainment, there are some important things to keep in mind. The music of the wedding will set the tone for the event and keep guests entertained during key moments of the day. Musicians will often work in conjunction with a maitre d' to be sure the reception moves along smoothly and sticks to the schedule. Music will be played
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while guests are dining and when there are opportunities for dancing. It is essential to listen to musicians or deejays before hiring anyone to ensure what they're offering will fit in with the wedding. Also, it's helpful to confirm the person or people being auditioned will be the exact individuals at the wedding. Some entertainment companies hire out contract musicians, meaning the preview musicians may not be the same person who will perform at the
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MUSICIAN, from page 12 ceremony. That can potentially prove disastrous. If a certain musician or deejay is requested, be sure it is put down in writing in the contract. Provide the musical entertainment with some information to further help the wedding go off without a hitch. This may include but not be limited to the following: • Names of all wedding party participants so they can be properly introduced. • Name of the married couple, including pronunciation of the last name, if necessary. • The title of the couple's song. • The titles of songs to be danced with mother/son or father/daughter. 14 With this Ring 2011
• A listing of any preferred songs. • The title of a "spotlight dance" song. • Any music that is off-limits at the reception. • Special announcements that should be made, such as mentioning a guest's birthday or another special event involving guests. • Whether a bouquet and garter toss will take place, and which songs should be played during these traditions. In most cases, wedding musicians are professionals who have handled many weddings and are very accustomed to what should be done to make the night a memorable one. Trust in the expertise of the musicians, and provide guidance where necessary.
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