Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation, a non-profit organization,dedicated to granting wishes for men and women battling stage IV breast cancer, will be kicking off its 2011 Brides Against Breast Cancer Nationwide Tour of Gowns. The tour will be stopping off in Tampa, Thursday, March 3 through Saturday, March 5 at the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel. Local brides-to-be will have the opportunity to find the gowns of their dreams while helping to make wishes come true for men and women with terminal breast cancer. The charity wedding gown sale will feature hundreds of beautiful wedding gowns donated by designers, retailers, manufacturers, and individuals offered at 35-75% off. Gown prices start at just $199 and will be available in sizes 2-28. Tiaras, veils and other wedding accessories will also be offered at discounted prices. Brides who are already married and want to get involved are encouraged to donated their wedding gowns and/or wedding gown accessories at the sale.
VIP Night $50 Admission for a Bride and One Guest Thursday March 3 from 6PM to 9PM
General Sales - FREE Admission Friday, March 4 from 10AM to 8PM
Saturday, March 5 from 10AM to 6PM
The sale will take place at the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel, 111 West Fortune Street, Tampa, FL 33602
For more information go to www.makingmemories.org or contact the Tampa Tour Coordinator, Tammy Waterman, at 727-343-0800
About Me
- Simple Seaside Ceremonies
- Get Married for $99 / Renew Your Marriage Vows for $99 The fee to officiate any type of ceremony, any day of the week is $99 The fee to officiate any type of ceremony on a holiday or holiday weekend is $99 There is a $1 per mile travel fee (one way) to any location that does not have a Venice, FL address. Yes, I will travel to Sarasota or Siesta Key or Boca Grande or Englewood or Nokomis or Osprey. There's nothing quite like getting married or renewing your wedding vows in paradise! Beach theme ceremonies, Christian Ceremonies, Interfaith Ceremonies, Non-religious Ceremonies, Romantic Ceremonies and Spiritual Ceremonies (mentions God). Yes, I have done many "short notice" ceremonies. In Florida, only ONE signature is required on the Marriage License, the officiant's signature. I have performed many "just the two of us" ceremonies.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Thursday, September 23, 2010
September 23, 2010
The nationwide Brides Against Breast Cancer Tour of Gowns has just added SAVANNAH, GA to their schedule. The "Power Hour Preview Shopping Spree" is scheduled for Saturday, November 6 from 10AM to Noon. There is a $20 admission fee per attendee for this preview event.
The General Sale of Gowns (free admission) will be held from Noon to 8PM on Saturday, November 6 and from Noon to 6PM on Sunday, November 7, 2010. The sale will take place at the Nancy N and J C Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Candler Drive, Savannah, GA 31405 (directly across from Candler Hospital in Savannah).
This event also needs volunteers (an online volunteer registration form is available). For more information go to bridesagainstbreastcancer.org.
And there is also more information about this organization and its projects on my website http://simpleseasideceremonies.com "You Can Help" page.
The General Sale of Gowns (free admission) will be held from Noon to 8PM on Saturday, November 6 and from Noon to 6PM on Sunday, November 7, 2010. The sale will take place at the Nancy N and J C Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Candler Drive, Savannah, GA 31405 (directly across from Candler Hospital in Savannah).
This event also needs volunteers (an online volunteer registration form is available). For more information go to bridesagainstbreastcancer.org.
And there is also more information about this organization and its projects on my website http://simpleseasideceremonies.com "You Can Help" page.
Monday, September 20, 2010
September 20, 2010
A great big THANKS FOR COMING goes out to all the Brides and Grooms who attended the Weddings of Venice "Bridal Show Party" at Bentley's Resort Hotel in Osprey on Sunday, September 19, 2010.
"You Light Up My Life" (two Double Arm Baldwin Brass Wall Sconces) was awarded to Ceres Austria of Port Charlotte from Simple Seaside Ceremonies.
"You Light Up My Life" (two Double Arm Baldwin Brass Wall Sconces) was awarded to Ceres Austria of Port Charlotte from Simple Seaside Ceremonies.
September 20, 2010
BIG WEEKEND! On Saturday, September 18, 2010, I attended the Association of Bridal Shops "Not Just For Novices Workshop-Fall 2010 at Bentley's Resort Hotel in Osprey. From 9AM to 4PM we were entertained and educated by Elise Enloe, the ABC Florida State Coordinator and Tammy Waterman. After 4PM several of the Association of Bridal Consultants members (who also attended the workshop) help unpack and inventory the thirty-six gowns being shown at the Brides Against Breast Cancer fashion show on Sunday.
After months of preparation the Weddings of Venice "Bridal Show Party" became a reality. Lots of Brides-to-be, Grooms-to-be, and Mother-in-laws to be. "Lady Gaga" was a big hit with our guests, our signature cocktail, "The Kiss Kiss" was quite popular, and the smell of chocolates, wedding cake, decorated cupcakes, and chicken marsala filled the air. We had a great day!
After months of preparation the Weddings of Venice "Bridal Show Party" became a reality. Lots of Brides-to-be, Grooms-to-be, and Mother-in-laws to be. "Lady Gaga" was a big hit with our guests, our signature cocktail, "The Kiss Kiss" was quite popular, and the smell of chocolates, wedding cake, decorated cupcakes, and chicken marsala filled the air. We had a great day!
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
September 15, 2010
Attended the "Wake Up Venice" Chamber of Commerce breakfast meeting at the Habitat for Humanity Restore on Ogden Road in Venice. Honey glazed fresh fruit, assorted bagels, and blueberry muffins were served.
Attended the Weddings of Venice meeting last evening (Tuesday, September 14, 2010) at Bentley's Resort Hotel in Osprey. We're getting ready for our Sunday, September 19, 2010 "Bridal Show Party."
Attended the Weddings of Venice meeting last evening (Tuesday, September 14, 2010) at Bentley's Resort Hotel in Osprey. We're getting ready for our Sunday, September 19, 2010 "Bridal Show Party."
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
September 14, 2010
A recent question from a Bride and Groom. Do we have to have a rehearsal?
Response: I strongly suggest having a rehearsal if you are having several attendants and/or children participating in the processional and recessional. I also believe when everyone in the wedding party participates in the rehearsal they feel more comfortable walking down the aisle the next day, your wedding day. Don't let anyone tell you a rehearsal will only take "five minutes." A good rehearsal will solve last minute problems and give each of your wedding party members a clear picture of what to do and when to do it (and that should take about 30-45 minutes).
Response: I strongly suggest having a rehearsal if you are having several attendants and/or children participating in the processional and recessional. I also believe when everyone in the wedding party participates in the rehearsal they feel more comfortable walking down the aisle the next day, your wedding day. Don't let anyone tell you a rehearsal will only take "five minutes." A good rehearsal will solve last minute problems and give each of your wedding party members a clear picture of what to do and when to do it (and that should take about 30-45 minutes).
Thursday, September 9, 2010
September 9, 2010
Did you know that one of the many traditions in a Persian wedding is to have "a needle and seven strands of colored thread to figuratively sew up the mother-in-law's lips from speaking unpleasant words or meddling in the marriage?" And for those Brides and Grooms who wish to "modernize" that tradition, and make it less offensive, the tradition could mean "sewing the lips of nay-sayers or unkind people".
Monday, September 6, 2010
September 6, 2010
A Bride asked recently . .
My Mother is very frugal and she wants me to get married about 1PM in our backyard and then just serve cake and ice cream afterwards to a few family members and friends. My fiance's parents are very disappointed with my Mother's plan. They only have one child and getting married in some one's backyard is not their idea of a "nice wedding." So, how do we keep both of our parents happy?
Response: Actually, you can please both sets of parents. Get married at your Mother's house on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon AND THEN schedule a second ceremony and reception the next day or the next week. Each parents can HOST (plan, organize, and pay for) their own wedding to their liking and "pocketbook."
My Mother is very frugal and she wants me to get married about 1PM in our backyard and then just serve cake and ice cream afterwards to a few family members and friends. My fiance's parents are very disappointed with my Mother's plan. They only have one child and getting married in some one's backyard is not their idea of a "nice wedding." So, how do we keep both of our parents happy?
Response: Actually, you can please both sets of parents. Get married at your Mother's house on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon AND THEN schedule a second ceremony and reception the next day or the next week. Each parents can HOST (plan, organize, and pay for) their own wedding to their liking and "pocketbook."
September 6, 2010
It is said that LOVE is like war: Easy to begin but hard to end. Keep your love always at the forefront of your goals, and it will lead you on an adventure that you will cherish forever.
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