March 31, 2019

Question from a Bride:  Can we involve other people in our Sand Ceremony?

Response:  Yes, many couples incorporate their children and/or grandchildren.  The display of many colors is quite lovely.

March 30, 2019

Question:  Are you permitted to have a champagne toast on the beach in Florida?

Response:  I have been a witness to many champagne toasts.

The Bride's Father provided the champagne and glasses so everyone could celebrate the Bride and Groom's Venice Beach wedding ceremony.

March 29, 2019

On the 29th day of March, Theresa Anne Dagle and Thomas Ames Edgette said, "WE DO!"

March 28, 2019

Denise and Richard Grimes renewed their vows on the 28th of March.

March 28, 2019

Question from a Bride:  What do couples use when they read their vows to each other?

Response:  I've seen vows written on yellow lined paper, white index cards, cell phones and just plain white paper.

March 27, 2019

Question from a Bride:  Do we have to have a Maid of Honor and a Best Man?

Response:  No.  There is no legal requirement for a couple to have honor attendants or a wedding party.  In The State of Florida, witnesses are NOT required for a wedding ceremony.  The officiant's signature is acceptable and satisfactory on a Marriage License in The State of Florida.

March 26, 2019

Question from a Bride:  Where can you get married in Siesta Key Park?

Response:  The BEACH ZONES which are located to the far right of the main swimming area at Siesta Beach Park are reserved for weddings that usually include an archway and/or chairs or some type of decor plus several people.  The BEACH ACCESS  areas, also known as the dunes, which are further down the beach usually involve smaller groups of people who will not be using chairs and/or an archway or decor.

Siesta Beach Park is managed by the Sarasota County Parks and Recreation Dept.  A "beach wedding permit" is always required for events taking place in the BEACH ZONES.

March 25, 2019

Looking for a ceremony site that has a beautiful background?

Looking for a reception site that is close to the ceremony site?

The Bayfront Park / YMCA Center of Punta Gorda offers you a generous parking lot, a catering kitchen, a dance floor, banquet tables and chairs and a picturesque background for your wedding ceremony or renewal of vows.

March 24, 2019

Alexandria Hachey and David White said, "We Do!"  on the 24th of March.

Marcch 23, 2019

Angela Faulk and Paul-Michael Cerce were married on the 23rd of March.

March 22, 2019

On the 22nd of March, Esra and Douglas Poorman said, "WE DO AGAIN!"

March 21, 2019

Faye M Mallardi and Richard L Cameron were married on the 21st of March.

March 20, 2019

Bride:  What does a horseshoe archway look like?

Response:

This horseshoe shaped archway is used inside and outside at Bentley's Hotel and Resort in Osprey, Florida (south of Sarasota, north of Venice).

Marcch 19, 2019

Looking for your something blue?

March 18, 2019

Tinamarie G Bowlin and Linzy R Norris were married on the 18th of March.

March 17, 2019

On the 17th day of March, St Patrick's Day, Robin Connolly and Kevin Kearns were united in marriage.

March 16, 2019

Janice Ringler and Ervin Kuspa were united in matrimony on the 16th of March.

March 15, 2019

Jodi Cook and Carl Berch were married on the 15th of March.

March 14, 2019

If you don't want to wear a veil at your beach wedding, here's a great alternative.

March 13, 2019

Looking for a picturesque background for your ceremony?  Thomas Humphris Park, also known as The South Jetty,  incorporates the Inland Waterway and the Gulf of Mexico.  It is also a great place to see a Florida sunset. This location is steps away from The Crows Nest Restaurant in Venice, FL.

March 11, 2019

Looking for a picturesque background for your wedding ceremony or renewal of vows?

This is a part of Brohard Beach Park which is the area to the right and left of Sharkys on the Pier and Fins Restaurant in Venice, FL.  Venice Fishing Pier is also part of Brohard Beach Park, the pier is behind the two restaurants.  Park your car, have your ceremony on the beach, have your lunch or dinner at one of the restaurants.

March 10, 2019

Just want a "simple seaside ceremony"?  Get married on Brohard Beach and then follow your ceremony with a lunch or dinner at Sharkeys on the Pier Restaunt.  Brohard Beach is to the left and right of The Venice Fishing Pier and Sharkys on the Pier Restaurant.

March 9, 2019

Ashley Pueblo and Joshua Boyd were married on the 9th day of March.

March 8, 2019

Laura C Smith and Guido Traverso were married on the 8th day of March.

March 7, 2019

Cheryl and Joseph Capozzi renew their marriage vows on the 7th of March

March 6, 2019

If you are considering a SUMMER or EARLY FALL wedding or renewal of vows in Florida, it is very important that you understand that it is usually "very hot and humid" during these months from about 9AM to 6PM.  And there is also a good chance that thunderstorms or sudden showers could occur between Noon and 8PM.

So, make sure you have a Plan B or an alternative site when you start making "outdoor ceremony and/or reception" plans.

March 5, 2019

On the 5th day of March, Dawn Zukowski and Mark P Thatcher said, "We Do!"

March 4, 2019

Sarah Marriner and Gabriel Gaudette were married on the 4th day of March

March 3, 2019

Jennifer Eddy and William Colbert Jr were united in marriage on the 3rd of March.

March 2, 2019

Tammy J P Grimont and Ronald D Myers Jr were united in matrimony on the 2nd of March.

March 1, 2019

On the 1st day of March, JoEllen Dangel and Joseph Weaver said, "I DO".