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Our Annual Grooms Edition is Out

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It's on the streets starting today, the Fifth Annual Grooms Edition of the Wedding Chronicle. A toast to grooms everywhere because without you... there would be no wedding. Oh, the power! I have been told that by the end of October, every groom in the Valley hates us. Because every bride has picked up this issue of the Chronicle and read it from cover to cover to make sure that all the articles reflect her side of the argument. She rips out the offending pages and hands it to her groom and saying, “Read this.”
We know this is not the preferred reading list for most gentlemen but let me give you the Cliff Note version of this issue. If you want to make your bride happy she said yes, early on choose the activities in which you wish to be involved and stay out of the rest. I know that’s easier said than done but Patti Zint, our fabulous writer, takes you through four easy steps to turn that Bridezilla back into the woman you love.
We also have some sage advice for you from our zany, zaftig Zadie; ideas to get the music you want at the reception and perhaps a hint or two about all those toasts! So cheers and thank you. We would be nothing without you.
We have some new faces that have joined the staff of the newspaper. Our newest writer is going to help keep us focused on the most important part of the wedding day—the spiritual component. His name is Rabbi Weiner and you may know him by his fabulous tag line, Got Rabbi?
Believe it or not, another sister has joined the Chronicle. Her name is Bobbie Darzes and she is a senior account executive for us. It’s amazing how much better we all get along now that Barbie dolls are not involved. You will see her at upcoming bridal shows, trade events and anywhere horses can be found. You’ll recognize her by her beautiful smile and Lucy red hair.
We have a new office too. I’ll be sending pictures to my blog once I unpack my camera. It’s in a box around here somewhere…

WMBA Offer Extended

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By popular demand, the special 2 for 1 offer for the Wedding Business Merchant Academy (see last post) has been extended till September 12. Don't miss it. It is the best early Christmas Present you can give yourself.

What Inspires Me... Daniel Ost

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David Ost is the world-renowned, award-winning Belgian flower artist. I enjoy his sensitive fusion of oriental and western sensibilities on so many levels. Terms like environmental and organic don't do justice to his detailed creations.
To quote his website:
"Daniel Ost’s arrangements demonstrate an uncanny sensitivity to the form, color, and texture of both the flowers and the containers that hold them. Seeing the best of his work, you may wonder whether the vase dictated the choice of plant materials, or whether the leaves, stems, and flowers somehow conjured up their receptacle. He can look at a vase and immediately visualize how to fill it; he especially enjoys the challenge of a container with a particularly difficult color and shape. “When I know I need something, I don’t compromise,” he says, recalling the time he once had a driver take him 300 miles (he does not drive) to procure orchids from a German nursery. “The difference between the ordinary and the extraordinary is in the details. I see one color in the glaze that my staff did not see, and I say, “We must add this to the arrangement”.

"Events by Daniel Ost are considered a one in a lifetime experience; it is his wish and desire to create a floral fantasy for his Clients so their Guests will be mesmerized by the craftsmanship, art and beauty of the finished product. When Daniel receives a commission, usually to decorate lavish parties, Ost begins by making sketches of his ideas in watercolor. After the client chooses a design, he prepares a proposal and drawings with the precision of an engineer. The Daniel Ost approach is much different than that of the conventional party planner as they create their designs through the computer and Daniel’s work is created through the fundamentals of fine art. By taking this approach Daniel Ost when creating your event will know and understand how the pieces of the installation fit together, the traditional party planner is left guessing through the process. Through our motto “Excellence is in the Details” we create the world’s finest events that are truly designed and intended for those who have the intellect and love for fine art to enjoy and understand them!"
"Daniel Ost and Company has a Team of Experts who can design, install and manage the social event that you have been dreaming about. We only accept a limited amount of requests annually and our clientèle provide Daniel Ost the artistic and resource freedom to create their once in a lifetime social event."

His books are on my Christmas list. Hint Hint

Shoot I still can't format this well!

Coolest Event Tonight at Marriott Desert Ridge

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Starting at 3:00 pm this afternoon, The National Association of Catering Executives is hosting the 2nd annual ELEMENTS Competition. Designers, florists, event planners, caterers and rental companies go head to head in a table design contest under four categories. Retro, Contemporary, Traditional and Vintage. There will be master bakers competing under the same categories for cakes. Some pictures from last year follow. (Categories last year were fire, water, sky and earth)
Admission to the event $10.00.

Time is Running Out – Register Now for Spotlight! Arizona 2008

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Tuesday, June 17th at the University of Phoenix Stadium – Glendale

11:00am-5:30pm



This is not a show for Brides, this is a show for wedding vendors especially event planners!

Learn, Network and Have Fun at the 3rd Annual Spotlight! AZ Trade Show for the Arizona meeting and event industry.

Meeting & Event Planners - Spotlight! features:

*A fabulous keynote luncheon featuring Industry Trends Expert & Celebrity Planner Michael Cerbelli

*Expo Floor featuring 150+ exhibitors as well as plenty of fun demonstrations and activities

*Three Free Educational Sessions throughout the day

*Exciting Stage Entertainment, Raffle Prizes, and Complimentary Food & Beverage

*The Sweetest Hour Finale Reception presented by Global Spectrum, the University of Phoenix Stadium and Centerplate Catering-an event extravaganza showing the stadium in a way you’ve never seen before!

This is the best Spotlight yet, and you don’t want to miss out!

IT IS FREE TO ATTEND!* If you plan any type of meetings or events, register now to attend!

Register Here: http://www.spotlightshows.com/upcoming/arizona/register.html

*With the exception of the Michael Cerbelli kick-off luncheon which is only $50! Please note that attending is only open to planners, and not non-exhibiting suppliers.

Vendors: Interested in Exhibiting? Space is still available - Register NOW!

Register Here: http://www.spotlightshows.com/upcoming/arizona/register_exhibitors.html

Thank you to our promotional partners: MPI, HSMAI, ISES, NACE, SITE, HIP, AzSAE, WEN, The Wedding Chronicle, Southwest Meetings & Events and the West Valley Events Coalition.

Thank you to our sponsors: University of Phoenix Stadium, Global Spectrum, Centerplate Catering, GES, Action Registration, TIS/Pixtreme, Kool Party Rentals, RegOnline, KaBloom, Shadow Mountain Productions, Living Energy Productions, Fairytale Brownies, Bahr Photography, Super Hero Productions, Marveless Transportation, Gold Stars Speakers Bureau, Connection Pros, Exhibit Experts, Robert Van Arlen LLC, The Wedding Chronicle and Foot Klan Entertainment.


Questions? Contact us at 800.914.1421 or at info@opendoorevents.com

Where is Jim Bruno?

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I hate being the bearer of bad news but I want to be an ombudsman for our industry if it helps. We have a bride whose wedding was at Grayhawk Golf Club on 4/6/08. She wrote to Phil Waring looking for this Photographer. Can anyone help us? Her letter reads as follows...

Hello!
Thanks again to all of you, Gwen, Phil, and David for making our wedding wonderful! I have trying to contact Jim Bruno at Star Studio and his phone is disconnected. I know you all have worked with him in the past so I was wondering if you had heard anything about his business? My friend used him for her wedding 3 years ago and his pictures were wonderful. I hope I am worrying for nothing. Please let me know if you have heard anything.
Thanks,
Deena

When wedding vendors are unprofessional, it makes us all look bad. Is anyone else having problems with this vendor? Does anyone know how to reach him? I have never met the man. Let me know. Thanks

Are you traveling this Christmas?

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Members of the military have always been in my family. One of the things I have always felt important to do during times of war is to thank our service men and women for their service. Sometimes it awkward but now it never has to be. Gratitude campaign
One of these days I will figure out how to load a video clip on my blog.

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