Lakes Region Bride Magazine

Lakes Region

Central NH’s Complete Wedding Planner2011 Edition

www.lakesregionbride.com

Run-Way Romance

The Charm of the Farm

Rustic & RomanticDestination Wedding ~ Portofino, Belize

In This Issue:

An Aeronautic Wedding Fantasy

Bride

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Tel. (603) 539-4700www.KOKOPELLINH.com

You find the perfect partner We’ll help you find the perfect ring!

Hand in hand, the Partners place their Faith in each other as the wind blows all around them.

-14K Yellow Gold Overlay Partner Rings

The Serpent chasing his own tail represents the entirety of existence. It is a symbol of infinity and renewal.

-Sterling Silver Serpent Partner Rings

The Three Stone Ring is symbolic of the past, present, and future of a relationship. It represents the history, passion,

and commitment of Love.-14K Yellow Gold, Turquoise, Mother of Pearl,

Tanzanite, Opal, and Diamond Rings

The Ring, as a never ending circle, is a promise of eternal Love. To wear one of these rings is to enter the gateway of this promise. Let this circle, with no

opening and no end, represent your unwavering Love.

-14K Yellow Gold Sugilite Bands

An emblem of purity and perfection, Diamonds are often used in jewelry to denote constancy and commitment. -14K White Gold, Opal, and Diamond Ring

Opals are believed to be the stone form of the Goddess of Rainbows.

She was turned into stone when fleeing from the romantic pursuit of the other Gods.

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Lakes Region Welcome

Image: Photography by KimberlyGown, shoes, accessories: Lady of the LakeHair and makeup: Custom for You NHLocation: Ames Farm Inn, Gilford, NH

Ahh...the lake, the blue sky, the beauty of a Lakes Region wedding.

In the summer the lakes offer a beautiful backdrop for a wedding; in the fall the same holds true.

During the winter months, beauty of a different sort makes the area just as perfect

for a snow-covered wedding. Ice skating and hot cocoa at the reception anyone?

A Warm

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Newfound Lake

Create your special memories on

Spectacular sunsets, gorgeous lake views,elegant gardens and luscious food will make

any affair a fabulous time to remember.

Allow us to create your dream wedding and reception with Old World charm and elegance. The Inn on Newfound Lake

hosts one wedding at a time to ensure an exclusive, intimate experience.

Inn on Newfound Lake & Pasquaney RestaurantYour New England Getaway for all Seasons

603-744-9111 www.newfoundlake.com 1030 Mayhew Turnpike, Bridgewater, NH 03222

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CONTENTS

pg 18

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Welcome - 3Editor’s Letter - 6Wedded on the Web - 6Run-Way Romance - 10Lakeside Romance - 14Show Us Your Shoes/Jewels - 16The Charm of the Farm - 18divine wedding reflections - 20Glorious Gowns - 22Creative Cakes - 26The Seating Chart - 28Tent Tips - 34Fun With Flowers - 40Photography Favs - 42Bride’s Calendar - 47Rustic & Romantic - 48Wedding Train Time - 50A Fine Ride - 52Music - 54Dream Wedding Destination at Portofino Beach Resort - 58Advertiser Index - 60

ABOUT THE COVER: This is what a wedding is all about! Take note and don’t be afraid to make your wed-ding personalized; this bride, captured by Birch Blaze Studios, got creative with a button bouquet made of items gathered from her family/childhood.

Lakes Region Bride is a trademark of Kathleen and Richard Hopper, copyright 2011 by Lakes Region Bride, PO Box 7364, Gilford, NH 03247, (603) 293-2327. All rights reserved. Reproduction in part or in whole without written permission of the publisher is prohibited. We are not responsible for errors or omissions in advertisements. We reserve the right to reject and/or edit all communications submitted for publication.

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Photography by Kim

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Photography by KimberlyMat & Ash Photography

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Philbrick Photography

Philbrick Photo

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Editor’s LetterPlanes, Trains and Farm Fun!

wedded on the webwww.lakesregionbride.comVisit us online to see the latest in wedding styles and fashions. Our bridal links page “links” you to the best in NH wedding professionals.

www.capitolbridemagazine.comPlanning a Capitol region wedding? Visit our sister publication (Capitol Bride magazine’s) website for the latest in central NH wed-ding planning tips...and even some DIY ideas for those special little wedding touches.

FACEBOOK Lakes Region Bride and Capitol Bride communicate with brides daily on Facebook. You’ll read about our contests, our bridal events and our latest style ideas as they happen.

“How can we go out on a limb and take some risks?” we asked our-selves as we began to plan this year’s issue of Lakes Region Bride. “How can we show brides-to-be the latest trends in the wedding world, while still offering them some ideas right out of the box?”

That challenge is what makes planning each issue of Lakes Region Bride such a kick and a thrill for us. This year we thought about unique transportation - sort of planes and trains and we built from there. In keeping with the train idea, we headed to the North Conway Scenic Railroad on a blustery winter day and caught some great wedding photos that depict how much fun a wedding photo session in a unique location can be. Added to that, some beauti-ful table setting ideas rounded out the shoot.

As fall began to dapple the trees with color, we hosted a September photo shoot at an airplane hangar owned by Emerson Aviation. The hangar was just the sort of place we love - unique, rustic and full of inspiration. While we have never met a bride who wanted to get married in a hangar, we had fun creating a fantasy romance of “What if a bored secretary daydreamed about her perfect romance and wedding?” and we were off and running - in one sequence, literally running the models down a plane’s runway!

Farm/lakeside resort weddings are very popular right now, and we show just how beautiful table settings can be in a charming lakeside gazebo and porch area at historic Ames Farm Inn in Gilford, NH.

And speaking of farms, a number of brides-to-be are looking for a perfect barn for their rus-tic themed wedding reception. After scouring Lakes Region antiques shops for just the right china and props, we decided it would be fun to feature a table setting in a barn with antique eclectic china to create a very special table just right for a wedding.

Taking some risks made this issue all the more fun - we are always willing to think outside the box to bring brides-to-be ideas that can be translated into their own weddings. With help from Lakes Region wedding professionals, we learned that any vision is possible and we know it can be so for your wedding as well.

Congratulations on your upcoming wedding!

Stephanie Wales Imagery

Ron Kolias Photography

Tim Shellmer Photo

Kathi Caldwell-Hopper, Editor

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wedded on the web

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Your Wedding . . .

90 North Main Street | Wolfeboro, NH 03894Tel: 603.569.3016 | www.wolfeboroin.com | [email protected]

A Perfect Day onA Perfect Day onA Perfect Day onA Perfect Day onA Perfect Day onthe Lakethe Lakethe Lakethe Lakethe Lake

Close your eyes and picture your wedding day. First, a site that is breathtak-ing offering complete luxury, waterfront scenery and a panoramic view ofLake Winnipesaukee in NH. Second, an assortment of food so delicious ittantalizes your pallet and senses. Third, an attentive staff including a wed-ding coordinator whose sole purpose is making your day a lasting memory.

Now, open your eyes and give us a call so we can make your weddingdreams a reality. At Wolfeboro Inn, our professional staff, wedding co-ordinator, and banquet staff will help you plan your special occasion sothat it meets your high standards.We offer you personalized choices in all of our function areas:~ Under a tent on our manicured lawn with a panoramic view of LakeWinnipesaukee.~ In our enchanting1812 Room overlooking lush gardens and LakeWinnipesaukee.~ In our glamorous ballroom with privacy beyond compare.~ A private cruise on beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee aboard theWinnipesaukee Belle, our 70-foot riverboat-style, paddlewheel boat.

Photo by Bryce Vickmark.com

Photo by Bryce Vickmark.com

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Everything your heart desires in one very special location.

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Run-Way Romance An aeronautic wedding fantasy

Life is a big bore when you are a buttoned-up secretary in a grimy, dirty airplane hangar. You’re surrounded by crass mechanics that ogle you even when you’re wearing your most conservative office skirt and blouse. But there’s one special guy (your bosses’ son) who you’ve had your eye on. And just maybe he’s had his eye on you...he walks in unex-pectedly, your eyes lock and sparks fly.

Suddenly that grimy airplane hangar is transformed into a lair of love. One of the pilots, it turns out, is a justice of the peace and he hurriedly marries you. There’s time for wedding cake and a kiss or two before your boss returns.

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Will this fantasy romance come to a quick and painful end when your boss finds out his son married a penniless secretary? Your new husband vows never to leave you, even when his angry father jumps in his biplane and chases both of you down the runway.

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Your husband has a trick up his tuxedoed sleeve...his own biplane waiting at the end of the runway. He kneels and vows his undying love before the two of you make a quick getaway.

After landing at a tropical honeymoon spot, you have time for a quick dance. Holding you close, your new husband whispers, “You’re beautiful and everythingI ever wanted. Now, let’s get this honeymoon started...”Photos by Philbrick Photography; gowns and accessories by Lady of the Lake; flowers by Antoinette’s Flower & Gift Boutique; wedding cake by Jennifer’s-For Every Occasion;hair & makeup by Custom for You NH; tuxedo and veil headpiece by Andrea’s Bridal Boutique. Styling by Kim Keyes. Biplane courtesy Lakes Biplane/Phil DiVirgilio. Location: Emerson Aviation

Gown & tuxedo this photo by Andrea’sBridal Boutique

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156 designer decorated guest rooms two lakeview ballrooms and grassy patios quaint New England village seven distinctive restaurants 15 unique marketplace shops unparalleled commitment to guest service

800-508-4598 . 603-279-7006 . [email protected] . Meredith, New Hampshire . millfalls.com

Unforgettable Weddings...Let the classic beauty & quiet grace of Lake Winnipesaukee provide the perfect backdrop for your destination wedding.

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Lakeside Romance

July 17, 2010

hen you enjoy the lake, you want to spend as much time as possible on the water. That was the focus for the 2010 wedding of Laurie DePalo and Spencer Hutchins. The couple, who reside in New York City, wanted their wedding to be set in the most gorgeous location of the Lakes Region. Spencer’s parents live on Lake Winnipesaukee, so he was well aware of the beauty of the area. It was the couple’s dream to hold their ceremony and celebrate the day lakeside. With a large guest list (207 guests attended the July event), Laurie and Spencer knew they would need a location with lots of room for the ceremony and the tented reception. White and green were the chosen wedding colors and the style of the day was natural, versus decor that might be out of place in the lakeside setting. The couple chose the Margate on Winni-pesaukee because of its lakeside location and the property’s features that would easily accommodate a high peaked tent by Lakes Region Tent and Event Co., dance floor, tables (linens by divine inspirations!) for a sit-down meal and the special touch of a floral trellis under which Spencer and Laurie would exchange their wedding vows. Guests danced the day (and evening!) away to tunes from a live band. Before the party and dancing got underway, guests were treated to a cocktail hour and dinner by Curt’s Caterers. As the party wound down, guests were invited to the Margate’s beach area for fireworks, a bonfire and late-night pizza. Surely Spencer and Laurie’s out-of-state guests will be talking about this natural and memorable lakeside romance for a long time to come!

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Spencer & Laurie’s Wedding ProsCeremony & Reception: The Margate on WinnipesaukeePhotography: Mat & Ash PhotographyLinens: divine inspirations!Catering/Cake: Curt’s CaterersFlowers: Lakes Region Floral StudioTent Rental: Lakes Region Tent and EventOfficiant: Rev. Michael Graham, Gilford Community ChurchEvent Planning: Maine Seasons Events

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Show Us Your Shoes...

It used to be a bride wore white - from the top of her coiffed head to the tips of her toes. Shoes were white satin pumps or heels and only the bridesmaids got to kick up their heels with colorful shoes. Today’s brides get into the color act in everything from high, high heels in glit-tery colors to high-style sneakers. If you have a passion for something, let it reflect in your bridal shoes just for fun, as the bride in ballerina shoes did above.

Matt & Ash Photo

Stephanie Wales Creative Imagery



Stephanie Wales Creative Imagery


And Your Jewels...

Handcrafted means unique wedding bands and engagement rings at Romance Jewel-ers/Capitol Craftsman in Concord, NH. www.capitolcraftsman.com

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Please bring this ad to our shop for

25% off Heirlooming & Preserving of Your Wedding Gown

603-524-1328552 Union Ave.,

Laconia, NH

Beautiful Today ...

What About Tomorrow?

You chose your wedding gown because you love it. After the wedding day, there are sure to be a few wrinkles and maybe even a stain or two on your gown! Let us heirloom and preserve your gown for generations to come in our conveniently located Laconia facility.

Above image: Photography by Kimberly; gown Andrea’s Bridal Boutique

and More Jewels...14 Karat White Gold, White Mother of Pearl, .33 Carat Diamond Ring

14 Karat Yellow Gold, 'A' Opal, .56 Carat Diamond Ring

Sterling Silver, Inlay, & Blue Topaz Wedding Band; Sterling Silver, Turquoise, Black Jade & Jasper Inlay Wedding Band

For the bride who wants a different look for wedding bands/ring and jewelry, Kokopelli in Ossipee, NH (jewelry pictured above) has a wide range of high-style pieces. www.kokopel-linh.com

divine inspirations!custom sewing studio

& specialty linen service

serving central NH & beyondWhen you want something above the ordinary,

something unexpected,and something beautiful...

Whether you need a custom gown, uniquetable or chair covers, or anything else for yourwedding, we will help make your special day

one you will never forget!

Call or email for yourpersonal consultation

603-744-2557www.mydivineinspirations.com

[email protected]

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The Charm of the Farm

t’s red all the way at this lakeside celebration. We chose a color - just one - and built an entire theme around that hue. Red is the signature color at Ames Farm Inn in Gilford, NH and it’s a great choice to build your wedding color palette. Table linens, chair sashes and napkin holders in red and table covers in black with a shot of sparkle really set the tone for an outdoor event. If you communicate the color scheme to everyone involved in your wedding, you will be amazed how well it all flows. The cute cupcake holders in red echo the color theme, as do the punchy red accessories for the casual bridal gowns. The table flowers are touched with red, but it’s all balanced by the yellow and white blooms that hold the floral arrangements together.

The wedding pros: Photography by Kimberly; gowns, jewelery, accessories Lady of the Lake; flowers by Ladd Hill Gardens; cupcakes courtesy Cakes by the Lake; linens/chair sashes, napkins by divine inspirations; hair/makeup Custom for You NH.

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For a relaxed, yet elegant beach wed-ding anywhere in the world, these flowy, comfy and sophisticated bridal dresses from Lady of the Lake offer style and de-tails in lace and shells and lots more.

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Celebrating Our 40thCelebrating Our 40thCelebrating Our 40thCelebrating Our 40thCelebrating Our 40thYear in Business!Year in Business!Year in Business!Year in Business!Year in Business!

Brenda MacKayHomestead Place, Alton, NH

875-5329Appointments Available and Encouraged

“You sow your oats while I stitch your britchez!”

Brenda MacKay, masterseamstress, specializingin restyling and refresh-

ing wedding gowns.She will work with you

to give you“the personal touch.”

Custom SewingAlterations & MoreRing bearer pillows

custom-designedespecially for you.

Unique Projects...Let’s Talk!

My Little Sewing RoomMy Little Sewing RoomMy Little Sewing RoomMy Little Sewing RoomMy Little Sewing Room

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Andrea’s Bridal Boutique147 Chestnut Hill Rd., Rochester, NH

603.335.4044www.andreasbridalboutique.com

2Be Bridal Gowns, BridesmaidsMother of the Bride, Flower Girl attire, Tux Rentals

Bridal Gowns

photos courtesy Photography by Kimberly

Stylish, Fashionable, Fun

divine wedding reflectionsby Michele Wiggs

Wedding venues reflect a bride’s dream for her special day, and as we all know, no two brides are alike. Some girls have fan-tasized for years about their gown, their groom, and walking into a fairyland reception, while others envision a laid-back day where they can just enjoy family and friends. While each wedding is totally unique, most brides scour magazines, web-sites and bridal shows looking for a theme that captures the essence of their personality. At divine inspirations, we have taken on some of that legwork, and have been to a variety of shows, events, websites and read many wedding magazines to check out the trends for 2011 weddings. The diversity is totally amazing and almost overwhelming, so we have focused on interpreting several of the main trends and how they can be translated to fit the New Hampshire region. Bling is the MAJOR theme for 2011 - no doubt about it! Crystals, rhinestones and jewel tones all make a bride feel like royalty. Rhinestone buckles are seen on napkins, chair sashes and in centerpieces, and give that added excitement to satin, taffeta, or chiffon linens. Silver and platinum are still in the forefront; feel free to mix them with your favorite color combos. Though central New Hampshire doesn’t have many venues that would work for lucite and ultramodern décor, an atmosphere of light and sparkle can be created using crystal beaded curtains as an accent with white or pastel crinkle chif-fon draping. This fabric is great for overlays and chair sashes also for summertime and makes you feel cooler just being near it. Many brides are using chiavari chairs instead of banquet or folding chairs, and though you won’t need chair covers, great sashes or chair caps can add extra ambience to your look. Damask is in the spotlight, and runners or overlays in black over white look fantastic on their own, or paired with a great solid like hot pink or turquoise. These are fun and funky, and you can accessorize with bright and bold accents or solid black and/or white. This look is great at a tented event with white resin folding chairs for brides watching their budget. If that is too bold a statement for you, think about damask sol-ids (same colors) to add cultured elegance to your reception. This works great in some of the traditional venues in our area (also as an elegant chair cover) and also really dresses up a set-ting like a barn to create an unexpected attitude of sophistica-tion in a rural area, utilizing natural elements such as lilacs in spring, or our fabulous foliage in the fall. Of course, it wouldn’t be New Hampshire without some of the most laid-back, rustic and funky weddings you can imagine, and ideas for this kind of wedding are limitless - you can make use of everything from recycled and vintage fabric runners and napkins, to tables made of barn doors, maple syrup buckets for flowers, and hay bales for seating.

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Burlap was a favorite last season - how about going a step further and using burlap potato or coffee sacks for overlays or stuffing them with hay for seats? Vintage lace doilies or tablecloths look great in a rustic setting, but think about old chenille bedspreads or barkcloth drapes if you want a really funky look, and maybe vintage hankies for napkins. These are the major trends that we see working in our area, but as we said previously, each bride is unique and will find her own way to express herself. We love helping her to do that, and specialize in finding the fabrics, designs and styles to create a bride’s vision. Linens are not just about table covers anymore - they are about creating a total atmo-sphere for your reception, from table covers and overlays to chair covers and sashes, to draping and pole covers. divine inspirations! is a custom design boutique and offers hundreds of fabrics to choose from, as well as many in-stock options. Besides chair covers and table linens, we offer rentals for rhinestone buckles, chargers, draping for walls in indoor facilities and tents, tent pole covers, and have also added unusual things like burlap printed sacks. We work with many venues in the Lakes Region and beyond, and would LOVE to help you create a wedding day that is simply divine! Call 603-744-2557; email [email protected] for a free consultation at our studio in the Newfound Lake area; or visit www.mydivineinspirations.com.

Wedding, Corporate

and Special Event Planning

Specializing in Unique Destination Venues

603.569.4786www.signatureeventsnh.com

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Be Your Stylish Self on Your Wedding Day

This is your big day and you don’t want to look like every other bride.

That’s where A Day to Remember comes in...

To put it simply, our gowns are special.

We pay attention to the latest styles and stock the shop with beautiful gowns that reflect your personal taste.

From hip and modern to classical and elegant, we offer gowns that will allow your stylish self to shine

on your wedding day!

1 North Main Street, Concord, NH ~ 603-228-8031 www.adaytorememberbridalboutique.com

A Day to Remember Bridal Boutique

Prom - Tuxedos - Bridal

Getting the Gown In today’s world, you see bridal gowns everywhere. Be-tween television shows that feature women hunting for their dream dress and Web sites full of beautiful gowns and You Tube runway show clips, the world of wedding gowns is instantly accessible. All those media outlets are fun to view, but when you get right down to it, you are still left with the task (although it’s a delightful task!) of visiting bridal shops to find your dream dress for the wedding day. If you have never shopped with anyone for a wedding gown before, there are some things you need to know. This experience is a bit different from entering a chain store to shop for a new pair of pants. It takes time and a willingness to put yourself into the hands of a good bridal shop consul-tant to get to the dream gown. Each season brings new trends and styles and colors; start by asking the shop personnel what the latest styles are this year. They will show you gowns in different styles, such as mermaid, ball gown, strapless, etc. Fabrics change each year as well as the style of the gowns. Says Helen Dionne, owner of A Day to Remember Bridal Boutique in Concord, “This year we are seeing the one-shoulder trend continuing in 2011. “The mermaid style is becoming increasingly popular,” Helen adds. “We are also seeing a strong interest in ball-gown styles for bridal gowns. The latest thing is belted gowns that are embellished. (This may be due to Chelsea cont. on pg. 33

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top left & middle images: Photo by Kimberly; all others Philbrick Photo

A Full Service Bridal Shop offering a wide selection of Bridal and Formalwear

eFeaturing designers as seen in Bride

and Modern Bride Magazinee

Youthful Mother-of-the Bride FashionsSizes 3 to 30

eProm Gowns and Tuxedos

Tuxedo Delivery and Pick Up

“I Do...!”Bridals & Formalwear

Easy access from all routes at the Alton Traffic Circle,

Alton, NH

For an appointment call603-875-4848

www.idoformalwear.com

An invitation from The Lady...

Located at the Chase House Inn across from the Town Docks, Meredith, NH

603.279.9967

Informal Bridal, Mother-of-the-Bride or Groom Ensembles, Elegant Event Wear & Party Dresses, Cruisewear, Exquisite Accessories, Fabulous Jewelry!

Lady of the Lake

Photos Lady of Lake ad: top right and middle images: Photo by Kimberly; others Philbrick Photo

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A Fairytale Wedding Perched high in the Ossipee Mountain Range

with panoramic views of Lake Winnipesaukee

and beyond, Castle in the Clouds offers you

the enchanted storybook setting for your wedding.

Join us as we transport your guests by trolley to the

gilded age at the historic 1914 mansion, known as

“Lucknow.” We invite you to see our mountaintop

estate and the many locations available for your

ceremony, reception and rehearsal dinner.

MOULTONBOROUGH, NH 603.476.5900 WWW.CASTLEINTHECLOUDS.ORG

Photography Courtesy of: Philbrick Photography, Rodeo and Co and Dan Derby

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Just imagine a private outdoor venue on Lake Winnipesaukee...The Bay Side Inn is a special place for your ceremony and

reception. Your wedding will receive the utmost attention; fromthe ceremony on the sundeck or in the post-and-beam pavilionwith fieldstone fireplace to the tented reception overlooking the

water. Offering for your guests 18 charming lakeview guestrooms in a private setting.

Imagine...

Your Wedding on the Lake

Rt. 11D, Alton Bay, NH 603-875-5005 www.bayside-inn.com

The Country Cow Restaurant at Blair Bridge

Overlooking the scenic Blair Covered Bridge and Pemigewasset River

Event seating for up to 125 people with full bar and dance floor.

Buffet or Plated meal packages to fitany budget, with an onsite wedding planner available.

Keep us in mind for Bridal or Baby Showers,

Reunions, Anniversaries, and Post Wedding Brunches

57 Blair Road, Campton, NH603-536-1331

www.the-country-cow.com

Photos by E Rusty Adams

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When Marie Antoinette is rumored to have said “Let them eat cake” she knew whereof she spoke. Most likely, as royalty, she’d eaten her share of cake. If she were alive today, Marie would be delighted with the many flavors and styles of wedding cake. A wedding cake is a wonderful confection that serves as the dessert on your special day; ideally, you should order the cake six months before the wedding. That means you should start taste testing cakes and interviewing bakers as soon as possible. Part of the task of choosing a wedding cake is to consider what you would like soon after you've chosen your reception site and the style of your wedding. Check out photos in magazines and books and go online for inspirational ideas. What color/decoration do you envision for your cake? Remember that the wedding cake design should match the style of the day. A formal wedding is a great match for an elegant, multitiered cake; it can be decadently or simply decorated. The tiers can be stacked or positioned on pillars. The frosting for your cake can be classic white or tinted. An informal wedding allows for an “anything goes” style for your cake. The cake can be iced and decorated with your favorite fresh flowers. Details and motifs from the wedding should reflect your interests. Do you love hiking and mountain climbing? A recent-ly-married couple had small figures of themselves sculpted from fondant dressed in mountain climbing gear. The figurines were positioned to appear to be “climbing” their wedding cake! The location of your wedding can set the tone for your cake. What better and more inspirational backdrop than the many lakes that surround us for your wedding cake theme? The details of your dress or such an item as an antique family heirloom necklace can be incorporated into the wedding cake. Or use the same type of flowers you’ve chosen for your reception table centerpieces to decorate the cake. The traditional cake flavor is usually white or yellow, but it is great to choose your favorite flavor, such as chocolate, lemon, carrot, or hazelnut, to name a few. Cake fillings bring in additional flavor. In addition to buttercream or other frostings, you can choose from jam, lemon curd, fruits, or chocolate fudge to add flavor to the cake.

Creative Cakes

Beautiful cakes baked with fresh ingredients by master baker

LaShunda Allen.www.ooolalacreativecakes.com

For a consultation call LaShunda at 603.455.2989

Ooo La La...What Cakes ...Elegant & Creative Cakes

for Your Wedding

Specializing in vegan and gluten free cakes and favors

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Jct. Rts. 3 & 104, Meredith, NH~

21 Front St.On the Amoskeag Traffic Circle

Manchester, NHCall Chris Bernard or

Ginney McNeil at 279-6212Fax 279-7146

CATERING & BANQUET FACILITIES

[email protected]

• We work with you to customize menus that will createa perfect balance for your occasion.• From casual to elegant, we can assist you in planning yourbridal shower, rehearsal dinner, reception or wedding.• Our family atmosphere carries from our in-house banquetrooms, to your dream location, andour friendly staff is on hand tomake your event memorable.

In-house bakery offering a variety ofsumptuous, creative wedding cakes

A popular trend is to add more than one cake. Some couples have a groom's cake in addition to the wedding cake. Traditionally, a groom's cake is a dark, richly flavored or chocolate cake, which makes a nice contrast to a lighter fla-vored wedding cake. This is often the bride’s gift to the groom during the cake cutting portion of the reception. Make appointments with cake bakers well ahead of the wedding date. Some caterers also make wedding cakes, or can suggest a baker; newly married friends can also provide information. Perhaps you have a favorite bakery? Ask if they make wedding cakes. During your consultation, you should sample flavors and look at photos with the baker. She or he will most likely sketch out on paper what you would like your cake to look like. Make sure, if your wedding will be in high summer, that the baker explains various options for keeping your cake fresh. Ask about the possibility of cream fillings going bad in heat if your reception will be outdoors. Discuss special requests, such as gluten-free or sugar-free cakes. Ask about what fillings, such as raspberry, go best with which cake flavors. Be prepared to sign a contract and to give a deposit for the fee for the cake as soon as you make a final baker choice. Cake makers charge per person (reception venues may charge their own per-slice cake-cutting fee if the cake does not come from them.)

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Most couples dread the Seating Chart, but it is so important. With a few tips and a little time you will find it can be a very easy thing to do! Believe it or not most guests appreciate a little direction at a wedding. Creating a seating chart will eliminate those awkward “Is anyone sitting here?” moments, making for a much more enjoyable night for your guests. The two main goals are to encourage interest-ing, appropriate conversation and to honor special guests.

First you will need to decide if you will be sitting alone with your new spouse at a “Sweetheart Table” or at a “Head Table” with your attendants. Some couples are opting to sit at the same table with their parents. Personally, I like the “Sweetheart” because it gives you a little one-on-one time together.

Ask your venue for a floor plan based on your estimated number of guests, at least a month before the wedding. The Bride and Groom’s table should be centrally located at the edge of the dance floor. Work your way out from there. Start with the tables that will be the “Ta-bles of Honor” i.e. Parents, grandparents*, attendants, siblings, of-ficiant and any other family you consider especially close. It is nice to consult your parents when deciding who will be seated at their table. Consider seating family by age rather than unit, i.e. cousins together rather than with their parents! Then decide where you want your other “groups” to be. I tell couples I am working with to start “grouping” their guests months in advance. By this I mean, college buddies with college buddies, church friends with church friends, co-workers with co-workers. While people will always initially feel more comfortable seated with people they know, I encourage you to mix it up a bit. If you think your fiancé’s boss would really hit it off

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with your sorority sisters then by all means seat them together!

Once you have received all your RSVP’s you can start as-signing your guests to specific tables. Typically there are eight people to a 60-inch round table. If you are using long rectangle tables you may want to consider assigning specific chairs to each guest by using placecards. Make several copies of your finalized seating chart for the venue, DJ, photographer and vid-eographer. You can use escort cards or an escort board to let your guests know at which table they will be seated. Make sure to alphabetize these so your guests can find them easily.

(*Note where other things in the room will be, as you will not want to sit the older crowd next to the speakers or the bar.)

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Caitlin at Inspirations Bridal & Formal Wear says, “So far we are seeing that the fit and flare style is go-ing to continue to be huge for next season, along with the sweetheart neckline. Lighter fabrics like silky sat-ins are becoming popular among our brides for their weight and feel, especially for destination weddings. Flowers, ruffles, and lace accents will be seen on many dresses in the 2011 season. Fun and flirty hair acces-sories like flowers and feathers or jeweled hair combs are being coupled with veils or used instead to give a little different look with the gown.” When beginning to shop for your gown, plan ahead. Call the shop before just dropping in; most shops sug-gest you make an appointment ahead of time to meet with a bridal shop consultant. This is a good idea; it will give you an undisturbed block of time to convey your tastes and wishes to the shop personnel and to perhaps show them some styles you like from maga-zines. With this information, the consultant can then start pulling gowns for you to try on. Be openminded and flexible. The shop consultant will be able to translate your preferences into a choice of gowns that best suit your size, coloring and shape. If you feel the consultant is not listening to you, speak up politely. While your body shape might not be per-fect for a mermaid style, if that is what you have your heart set on, let the consultant know that is your wish. Sherry Barsanti of I Do Bridals & Formalwear in Alton, NH says the A-line dropped waist is popular in wedding gowns. Also, mermaid styles are popular. There is interest in low, low backs on gowns, making for dramatic looks in bridal wear. Whatever style you ultimately choose for your wedding gown, begin your search early to allow time for the best selection. You will most likely need to have your gown altered; seamstresses need ample time for alterations.

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rental company can guide you to the correct tent for your particular site. (There are special considerations for some types of tents, such as a pole tent will need more room for roping and staking.)5. Walk the site with the expert/tent rental installer. You should point out any known underground utilities such as electric, water, sprinkler, telephone, communication, cable, sewage, septic, etc. If you are renting a location, have the event manager on hand during the ground inspection. 6. Think about overhead obstructions such as trees, power lines, etc. in the area where you want the tent.7. Tell the tent company what the ground is like at the site - grass, cement, asphalt, concrete, clay, stone, etc. Not all tents are staked into the ground. In the case of hard surfaces such as asphalt or concrete, be aware you must have someone fill in the holes after the tent is removed.8. It will cost extra to move the tent should you decide to move it during installation (in most cases it will have to be taken down and then re-installed). Be sure you know ahead of time exactly where the tent is to go.9. When figuring out what size tent you need, it’s helpful to have at least a rough guest count. Allow 10 sq. ft. per guest in a tent. Factor in space for a head table, bar, dance floor, lounge area, cake table area, and other areas in your final decision on a tent size for your event.10. Ask recently married friends for references for tent companies.

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Florist Favs

Bodacious blooms by Ladd Hill Gardens; image: Photography by Kimberly

Gorgeous flowers for the entire bridal party from Renaissance Floral; image by Newfound Photography

Fresh bridal bouquet flowers from Antoinette’s Flower & Gift Boutique; image: Photography by Kimberly

Purple and gorgeous florals by Mountain Laurel Flowers; image: Photography by Kimberly

Bridal flowers go for a spin from Dandelion Florist; image: Philbrick Photography

A gorgeous mixture of colors in this bouquet from Your Neighborhood Florist.

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Your Neighborhood Florist - Meredith, NHYour Neighborhood Florist - Meredith, NHYour Neighborhood Florist - Meredith, NHYour Neighborhood Florist - Meredith, NHYour Neighborhood Florist - Meredith, NH

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Flowers make the day. Any day but especially your wedding. What would a celebration be without your favorite flowers gathered into a gorgeous bouquet?Start looking for a florist asap! The best ones book early, so shop six months before your wedding. A popular look for bridal flowers is to use vintage items such as lace or a beloved relative’s heirloom jewelry. What could be more beautiful than your grandmother’s favorite cameo brooch attached to your bouquet’s ribbons? (This makes for great wedding photo ops too!) Think outside the box if you want something dif-ferent. Pay attention to the time of year you are mar-rying. If it’s fall, go for it with pumpkins, bales of hay and corn stalks to adorn your reception site. Use unusual fall flowers to pump up your bridal bouquet and centerpieces for the tables. Summertime means lush fruits and veggies and you can incorporate them into your flowers with the help of a creative, visionary florist. A favorite time of year to get married (along with summer and fall) is Christmas. This time of year means deep red, forest green and sparkling gold and silver. The sky’s the limit when it comes to winter wed-dings; especially Christmas weddings. You can incor-porate a themed Christmas tree into your reception decorations as well as make use of holiday plants such as poinsettias. To find a great florist, ask friends and family for suggestions. Friends who were recently married can be very helpful not only in choosing a florist but in sharing information on what flowers worked for their big day. Ask them if they had an easy time planning, and working with that florist. Once you have the names of florists, call and make appointments to see their work. When you meet with the florist bring along some fabric swatches from your bridesmaid’s gowns and the table linens. This will help the florist with the colors and types of flowers to use. Make sure and let the florist know the reception site and church where you are getting married. Most area florists will need to know the site of the wedding to match flowers to the setting. Therefore, when you finally decide upon a florist don’t forget that you may need some or all of these items:

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The following are standard flowers for weddings; you can alter or add flowers to suit your wedding:The bride’s bouquetA bouquet to tossMaid of Honor’s and bridesmaids’ bouquetsGroom’s boutonniereBest Man’s boutonniereUshers’ boutonnieresCorsages for mothers of the bride and groomBoutonnieres for fathers of the bride and groomFlower girl’s basket or small bouquetRing bearer’s boutonniere and ring pillowAisle floral arrangements (check with your church to see if this is allowed)Altar or Chupah decorationsCandles for ceremonyTable centerpieces for the receptionCake table flowers or flowers on the cake When talking final price, make sure and ask if delivery and setup is included in the price. Be prepared to sign a contract that outlines ex-actly what will be provided and a payment sched-ule.

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photographer’s favorites...

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TWELVE – EIGHTEEN MONTHS BEFORE:• Buy a wedding planning notebook or organizer and slip Lakes Region Bride into the pages for easy reference.• Plan the overall style of the wedding/color scheme. Include your parents and future in-law in your plans.• Retaining a wedding-planning professional? Interview planners and make your final choice.• Choose wedding date and make appointment with clergy who you wish to perform the ceremony. Email save-the-date cards. This allows key guests plenty of notice to make travel plans.• If you have friends, co-workers or relatives who were recently married, talk with them for tips and advice. • Book a reception facilit. (On a tight budget? Consider off-season dates for possible discounts.)• Discuss how much to spend on your wedding. Budgeting is very important!• Shop for your wedding rings.• Make a wedding guest list after consulting with your family and the groom’s family.EIGHT – TWELVE MONTHS BEFORE:• Shop for and order your wedding gown and veil. If wearing an heirloom gown, have it cleaned/altered. • Choose wedding attendants, shop with them for dresses, get measurements from attendants living far away.• Add cell phone numbers/email addresses of all wedding party members to your address/phone book.• Register for china, silver, etc.• Set up appointments to meet with caterers, photographers, cake bakers, florists, musicians/DJs, videographers.EIGHT MONTHS BEFORE:• Finalize guest list.• Order invitations, announcements and thank-you notes. Ask that enve-lopes be delivered right away so you can begin addressing them. Invita-tions should be mailed about four weeks before the wedding.• Decide on and sign contracts with photographer, band or DJ, limo ser-vice, reception facility, caterer, cake baker.• Decide on wedding color scheme, discuss with your mother and groom’s mother, so they can shop for their dresses.• Choose florist. Discuss color scheme with florist so flowers can be or-dered to match. • Groom and ushers should shop for tuxedos.• Discuss ceremony music.• Reserve any needed rental supplies for the ceremony and/or reception.• With fiance, choose honeymoon location and check for passports and any necessary innoculations.SIX MONTHS BEFORE:• Reserve hotel rooms for out-of-town guests.• Decide where all wedding attendants will be staying. THREE MONTHS BEFORE:• Confirm delivery and alteration dates with bridal shop for your dress and attendants’ dresses. Choose accessories.• Schedule the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.TWO MONTHS BEFORE:• Visit with your officiant to go over your vows and music.• Make appointment with hair stylist/manicurist for two weeks before wed-ding. Schedule hair appointment for wedding day, if desired. Check with bridesmaids and schedule hair appointments for those who wish it for the day of the wedding.• Choose gifts for attendants and for groom.• Keep up with writing thank-you notes for gifts received.• Schedule all details with caterer and reception facility. • Choose a friend to watch over gifts and guest book at reception.• Write church program and take to printer.• Address and mail wedding invitations.ONE MONTH BEFORE:• Final fitting of wedding dress and headpiece. Bring all accessories.• Meet with florist, discuss all wedding flowers and when florist can bring flowers to the church and/or reception site.TWO WEEKS BEFORE:• Final check of guest list. Call guests that have not RSVP’d.• Work on seating plan after final guest count. • Final check with wedding attendants: Do they have their headpieces, shoes and other accessories? Do their gowns fit properly? • Gather last-minute accessories such as wedding guest book, cake knife, rice bags, toasting glasses, napkins, etc.• Go with fiance to fill out marriage license information.ONE WEEK BEFORE:• Try on your wedding dress and accessories. Practice with hairstyle and makeup. Break in your wedding shoes.• Ask friends and relatives to help with last-minute duties. • Make sure family and wedding party know sequence of events, transpor-tation, etc. for wedding day.• Check with musician that music will start 1/2 hour before ceremony.

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Looking to do something a bit different for your wedding?

Rustic Tumbledown Farms in Brookfield, NH was the ideal location for a recent photo shoot featuring a romantic and quite unique tablescape. In keeping with the rustic setting of the barn and wonderful white washed walls we created a charming, shabby chic feel by using an eclectic mix of vintage china and accessories. The antique trestle table was set using a mix of beautiful, delicate china trios (teacup, saucer and side plate that match) set on top of a colorful Fiestaware plate. Be as creative as you wish - you can even mix up the china patterns from setting to setting. A fun mix of glassware included Cranberry Glass, brandy glass and etched martini glass. We wanted the beautiful finish of the table to show, so instead of using a table linen, we incorporated a linen table runner with fringe and complemented each place setting with an embroidered linen napkin.

A romantic floral centerpiece was created using an antique crystal cut bowl with sterling silver base. To help create a warm and cozy feeling in the barn, we used a wool braided rug under the table and placed patchwork pillows on the ladderback chairs. We carried through our theme by using an antique tea cart complete with vintage English tea cups and a sterling teapot. A one-tiered crystal cut cake stand was a great way to display our yummy desserts.

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Creating a Signature Drink? We loved these etched crystal mar-tini glasses and the hammered aluminum tray. Again, just another wonderful “find” in a local antiques shop!

Half the fun of creating a tablescape like this is shopping for it! Whether you are raiding your Grandmother’s attic or shopping at a local antiques shop, you are sure to find something that suits your fancy!

To further incorporate our theme we provided unique serving dishes for the caterer to use. Here we used sterling silver flatware (my Grandmother’s) and a birch tree stump to combine a rustic, yet elegant display for a creative presentation of a local goat cheese rissole, cranberry jam, toasted hazelnuts and fennel.

A vintage Milk Glass cake stand combined with a bright yellow Fiestaware plate made the cu-cumber and green pepper gazpacho with heir-loom tomato purée, topped with Maine peeky-toe crab shooters POP off the plate with color!

A combination of Fiestaware and etched glass-ware complemented the seared tuna with herb crust, lemon supreme, heirloom tomato and pepper relish and herb ‘caviar’ (right) and the ginger cured duck breast on Anadama toast, foie gras powder and apricot jam (below).

Styling/Coordination: Signature Events Venue: Tumbledown Farms, Brookfield, NHPhotography: Birch Blaze StudiosAntiques: 1810 Antiques Shop, Wolfeboro, NHCaterer: Flavor ConceptsFlowers: Dandelion FloristPlace Cards: Impress Me Designs

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Searching for a great and unusual spot for your wedding photos? Look around, be open to the possibilities of unusual locations and willing to take some risks. We show you how great our brides look against the rustic setting of a train station. The Conway Scenic Railroad hosted this photo shoot; weddings are held at the site

and aboard gorgeous and restored trains. All aboard for romance!

Headpieces courtesy Lady of the Lake.All floral arrangements this page by Dandelion Florists.

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Sweetheart table for two on the train at Conway Scenic Railroad. Flowers Dandelion Florist; table coordination, design & styling: Signature Events; flatware, china, linens: Be Our Guest.

Train Table Designimage this page: Birch Blaze Studios

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A Fine Ride You’ve decided on the ceremony location, your reception site, the flowers, the gown, the rings and all the other important things to make for a won-derful wedding. In your excitement to shop for the “fun things” such as your gown and photographer, don’t leave choosing a limo, trolley or classic car until the last minute. The best in the business get booked early, so plan ahead and call now. There are many limo companies from which to choose, but it might be confusing to know what to ask a limo representative and to find just what you are looking for. The following tips will be helpful in your search:

When to Shop for a Limo ~ Start shopping for your limo, trolley or classic car at least six months before your wedding. If you are ready, you can even begin your search as far out as nine months before the big day. The closer you get to the wedding date, the more difficult it will be to find a good limo service.

The Logistics ~ You can call to get info. and set up an appoint-ment, but always make sure to visit the limo com-pany so you can see the vehicles and meet the owners and/or drivers. One important thing to ask is how many hours the company requires you to book for? (Most companies have a minimum number of hours, such as three hours.) If you are getting married dur-ing the busy prom season or you wish to reserve a stretch or specialty limo (such as a Hummer) this time limit may increase even more. This time will include the time the driver/limo is waiting for you. For example, if your limo brings you to the wed-ding and waits during the wedding and reception, you will most likely be paying for that time frame. Ask how much the limo will cost and how many hours the prices cover. Once you choose a limo/trolley company, you will most likely be asked to sign a contract and put down a deposit. When selecting a limo keep in mind the size of

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the wedding party and family that you would like to ride with you. Don’t overpack passengers into the limo - the company has safety rules and guidelines to follow. Do you have your heart set on a particular color or size of vehicle? Would you be happy with a small, classic car for your ride to the reception with just you and your new husband? (If so, consider how the maids and ushers will get to the reception.) Inquire what contingency plan is in place should the limo break down the day of your wedding. Make sure to book the limo for 30 minutes (approx.) before you need to leave for the church so you have time for photos. Be considerate and do not add time to your charter on your wedding day; limousine operators often have more than one event to service on any given day.

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Choosing Wedding Music

By Reed Desrocher

of Aprylle & Reed Flute & Guitar

Music for the ceremony is often one of the last considerations in planning a wedding. While most brides know exactly what they want for music during their ceremony, few consider the musical selections for the pre-music (prelude), yet it is one of the most important parts of a successful wedding day.

Why is this? As your guests gather for the cer-emony, the pre-music will be their first introduction to the day’s proceedings, setting the mood/tone/atmo-sphere for the entire day.

There are many aspects to consider when choosing the pre-music – should it be classical or popular, traditional or non-traditional, reflective of the couples’ tastes in music or left to that of the per-formers? Should it be influenced by nationality or heritage, or perhaps a mixture of all mentioned? A seasoned, professional musician will be able to guide you through all of these considerations and guarantee that the atmosphere you imagine for your ceremony will indeed be the reality of the day.

For smaller weddings, the intimacy and selec-tion of music for the day’s various parts becomes even more important. The musical considerations for the ceremony, the cocktail hour and dinner hour, and the party afterwards are quite different from each other. Yet, at least for the first three segments, there is a common thread or two. The music should make your guests feel welcome, create a high quality, ele-gant and peaceful presence to whatever is happening, have a little bit of everything for the variety of musi-cal tastes present, and above all else — and this can’t be stressed enough — not be intrusive! Certainly loud enough to be heard when guests want to listen, but soft enough for them to be able to converse without shouting. (Don’t forget that many of your guests will have come from distances and there will be rela-tives and friends that won’t have seen one another for lengthy times. The ease of communication will be most important to them.)

While the basic music structure of ceremonies remains pretty much the same as it has been for many years, changes are emerging. The most striking is the more extensive use of a meditation/reflection/remem-brance period with an appropriate musical selection. Akin to the Communion period in a Mass (with the accompanying ‘Ave Maria’), this period is being placed directly after the opening greeting as opposed

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to further along in the ceremony as in the past. Also, there is no ‘standard’ musical piece, so the selection of the music is very personal - perhaps even more so than that of the bride’s processional.

There are a few other new trends as well. The tra-ditional selections for processionals definitely remain the most requested, but more non-traditional choices are being made. Even more pronounced in this regard are recessional requests. It seems like a whole new gen-eration discovered the Beatles in the Summer of 2009 with recessional requests of Blackbird, In My Life, All You Need Is Love, Here Comes The Sun (processional as well), and I Will, to mention but a few. The choices weren’t relegated to just the Beatles, either, with lots of really creative choices! Just another way the couple can put their ‘stamp’ on the ceremony!

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First Dance Music

First dance as husband and wife

* Unforgettable (Nat King Cole)

* Can’t Help Falling In Love (Elvis Presley)

* Can I Have This Dance? (Ann Murray)

* The Way You Look Tonight (Frank Sinatra)

* It Had To Be You (Harry Connick, Jr.)

* What A Wonderful World (Louis Armstrong)

* Endless Love (Diana Ross and Lionel Richie)

* I Cross My Heart (George Strait)

* I Swear (John M. Montgomery or All 4 One)

* A Whole New World

(Peabo Bryson & Regina Belle)

* As Time Goes By (A Kiss Is Just A Kiss)

(Michael Feinstein)

* When You Say Nothing At All (Allison Krauss)

* Faithfully (Journey)

* No Ordinary Love (Sade)

* Here And Now (Luther Vandross)

* I Can Love you Like That

(John M. Montgomery)

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Our bridal events go way beyond the“Bridal Show In a Box” mentality and format!

For wedding inspiration, for upscale, for trendy and edgy, we invite you to join us this year...

eeLakeside Bridal Show

at the Margate on Winnipesaukee, Laconia, NHSunday, Feb. 27, noon - 3 pm

eeWhite Mt. Bridal Show

at the Common Man Inn & Spa, Plymouth, NHSunday, March 27, noon - 3 pm

ee The Castle Wedding Affair

October 23, 2011 at Historic Lucknow EstateCastle in the Clouds, Moultonboro, NH

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Cardigan Lodge

If you are looking for a unique spot for your weddingand reception, Cardigan Lodge in Alexandria, NH isthe ideal location. A four season destination for hiking,skiing and more, the recently renovated lodge wasoriginally built as one of the first ski lodges in NewEngland. Featuring an intimate setting for weddingsand ceremonies, Cardigan Lodge is on a 1,200-acrereservation owned and managed by the AppalachianMountain Club. Perfect during any season, Cardiganoffers lodging, meals and function space for up to 80guests. Full lodge rental is available.

For more information, please call 603-466-2727or email [email protected]

eeCapitol Bridal Affair

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Portofino ParadiseA Dream Wedding DestinationA romantic island getaway wouldn’t be complete without charming beachfront a c c om m o d at i ons with unobstructed views of the glisten-ing waters of the Caribbean. Located on Ambergris Caye North of San Pedro, Portofino is a haven of romance, barefoot luxury, relaxation and adventure. Although you come to a peaceful and quiet beach resort, town, shopping and nightlife are just 15 minutes away by boat. Nestled on a stretch of pris-tine white sandy beach with outstanding views of the glistening turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, dotted with swaying palms trees and charm-ing deluxe accommodation, Portofino is truly a place of overwhelming beauty and romance. If you plan to snorkel, you will appreciate the reef-protected placid waters for exploring underwater life. Enjoy Portofino’s complimentary kayaks and snorkeling equipment and head out to Mexico Rocks, the sec-ond most popular snorkeling site on the island, which is less than half a mile from the Portofino beach. For the more adventurous, try Portofino’s selection of ocean based and mainland excursions. Portofino also offers all the comforts of home with room service, daily housekeeping, and manicured beaches. Enjoy a spectacular view from the balcony at the Portofino Restaurant which combines such Eu-ropean specialties as Italian and Mediterranean, then slip away for a romantic barefoot walk on the beach under the Mayan stars or find privacy and serenity in your waterfront cabana or honeymoon suite.

Everybody dreams of a wedding in our Tropical Paradise. Portofino is specialized in making an exotic dream event with memories to last for a lifetime. Whether your dream wedding is an intimate barefoot beach cer-emony for two or an elaborate event for a large group, Portofino makes this special day a dream come true! Imagine white beach sand between your toes, warm tropical breezes, gorgeous floral decorations, and breathtaking views of the crystal clear Caribbean Sea as you declare your love for one another… this truly is a wedding in paradise!

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Belize Quick TipsBelize’s marine attractions are as varied as the natural forma-tions that make up this 185-mile coastal wonder. The Belize

Barrier Reef is the longest unbroken reef in the western hemisphere and you get there from virtually any part of Be-lize’s coastline or from the hundreds of island offshore. The reef, cayes and three major coral atolls offer an underwater world of brilliant life and colorful vistas while above-water views are dominated by blue sky, azure seas, palm-studded

beaches and exotic bird and other wildlife. Snorkelers, scuba divers, sailors, sport fishermen and marine biologists come to Belize regularly. Explore the barrier reef, atolls and over 400 islands, white sand beaches, fringing and patch reefs,

over 100 species of coral, hundreds of species of fish and an abundant variety of marine life. Snorkel, dive, get your Scuba certification, parasail, windsurf, kite-surf, charter a catama-

ran, kayak between islands or relax on the beach – these are only a few of your choices.

History ~ No other country in Central America or the Carib-bean has a more fascinating and elusive past than Belize

with its intriguing array of epic tales seasoned with stolen treasure, stone pyramids, logwood-cutting and multi-ethnic cultures, all ending with a peaceful, friendly and indepen-dent nation. Today, Belize’s official language is English and

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Advertiser’s IndexCakesHemlocks Confections, pg. 27, Bristol, 744-5542

Ooo La La Creative Cakes, pg. 26, Meredith, 455-2989CaterersContigiani’s Catering Service, pg. 28, Laconia, 1-800-837-4518

Curt’s Caterers, pg. 28, Gilford, 293-2730

Hart’s Turkey Farm Restaurant, pg. 27, Meredith (2nd location: Manchester), 279-6212

Clothing/Fine AccessoriesLady of the Lake, pg. 23, Meredith, 279-9967

Destination WeddingsPortofino Beach Resort, Belize, pg. 58, 215-469-2496 and 011-501-670-5272

DJ ServicesLuna Eclipse DJ Services, pg. 53, Laconia, 524-7370

Rick Wisler Professional DJ Services, pg.54, Tilton, 286-3791

Dry CleanersSanitary Dry Cleaners, pg. 17, Laconia, 524-1328

FlowersAntoinette’s Flower & Gift Boutique, pg. 40, Plymouth, 238-3033

Dandelion Florist, pg. 41, Wolfeboro, 569-1347, [email protected]

Ladd Hill Gardens, pg. 41 & Back Cover, Belmont, 524-8267

Mountain Laurel, pg. 39, Ashland, 968-3059

Renaissance Florals, pg.40, Bristol, 744-9494

Your Neighborhood Florist, pg. 39, Meredith, 279-6626

GownsA Day to Remember Bridal Boutique, pg. 22, Concord, 228-8031

Andrea’s Bridal Boutique, pg. 20, Rochester, 335-4044

I Do Bridal & Tuxedo,pg. 23, Alton, 875-4848

Inspirations Bridal & Formal Wear, pg. 22, N. Conway, 447-1251

Lady of the Lake, pg. 23, Meredith, 279-9967

InvitationsImpress Me Designs, pg. 46, NH, 490-6148

Miss Print, pg. 47, Meredith, 279-5939

Jewelers/Wedding RingsCapitol Craftsman/Romance Jewelers, Inside Front Cover, Concord, 228-LOVE

Kokopelli, West Ossipee, pg. 2, 539-4700

Justice of the PeaceSheila Oranch, Hebron, pg. 29, 744-3636

MusicAprylle & Reed Flute & Guitar, pg. 55 www.aprylleandreed.com Dwight Phetteplace, pg. 55, NH, 942-5754

George Parker, pg. 54, NH, 883-3769

PhotographyBirch Blaze Studios, pg. 47, 539-4480

Matt & Ash Photography, pg. 43, 393-5592

Mountain Mugshots, pg. 43, North Conway, 733-7567

Philbrick Photography, pg. 44, N. Conway, 356-9822

Photography by Kimberly, Wolfeboro, pg. 45, www.photographybykimberly.net

Ron Kolias Photography, pg. 42, NH, 703-4201

Stephanie Wales Creative Imagery, pg. 44, NH, 387-5633

Tim Shellmer Photography, pg. 45, Jackson, 383-4219

Radio BroadcastingWLNH/Nassau Broadcasting, pg. 57, 524-1323

Reception FacilitiesThe Bay Side Inn, pg. 25, Alton Bay, 875-5005

The Belknap Mill, pg. 29, Laconia, 524-8813

Boston Y Camps, pg. 13, Mirror Lake, 569-2725 x 228

Capitol Center for the Arts, pg. 21, Concord, 225-1111, ext 114

Cardigan Lodge, pg. 56, Alexandria, 466-2727

Castle in the Clouds, pg. 24, Moultonboro, 476-5900

The Common Man Inn, pg. 1, Plymouth, 536-2200

CopperToppe Inn & Retreat Center, pg. 31 Hebron, 744-3636

Country Cow Restaurant at Blair Bridge, pg. 25, Campton, 536-1331 Gunstock Mt. Resort, pg. 31, Gilford, 737-4311

Indian Head Resort, pg. 33, Lincoln, 745-8000

Inn on Newfound Lake/ Pasquaney Restaurant, pg. 4 & 29 Bridgewater, 744-9111

The Inns & Spa at Mill Falls, pg. 13, Meredith, 279-7006

Lake Opechee Inn & Spa, pg. 32, Lakeport, 524-0111

The Maplewood, pg. 30, Bethlehem, 877-869-3335

The Margate on Winnipesaukee, pg. 7, Laconia, 1-800-MARGATE

M/S Mount Washington, pg. 7, Weirs Beach, 366-5531 Owl’s Nest Resort & Golf Club, pg. 9, Campton, 726-3076, ext. 213

Purity Spring Resort, pg. 35, E. Madison, 1-800-373-3754 xt 225

Waukewan Golf Club, pg. 32, Center Harbor, 279-6661

The Wolfeboro Inn, pg. 8, Wolfeboro, 569-3016

Rentals/Tents/Linens, etc.Christian Party Rental, pg. 46, NH, 1-888-736-8368

divine inspirations!, pg. 17, Alexandria, 744-2557

Harte Rentals, pg. 34, Chocorua, 986-5525

Lakes Region Tent & Event, pg. 34, 456-2049

Special Events of NE, pg. 36, Manchester, 624-8389

Taylor Rental, pg. 37, Laconia/Belmont, 524-5553

Sewing/SeamstressMy Little Sewing Room, pg. 20, Alton, 875-5329

divine inspirations!, pg. 17, Alexandria, 744-2557

TransportationGrace Limousine, pg. 53, Manchester, 1-800-328-4544

Prestige Limousines, Inside Back Cover Plymouth, 1-877-781-LIMO

Sutton Luxury Limousine, pg. 52, Conway, 387-3663

Wolfeboro Trolley Co., pg. 52, Wolfeboro, 569-1080

TravelPenny Pitou Travel, pg. 57, Laconia, 524-2500

Romantic Travel Assoc. of Belize, pg. 59, 215-469-2496 and 011-501-670-5272

VideographyRick Wisler, pg. 54, Tilton, 286-3791

Wedding/Event PlanningPrivate Weddings & Events, pg. 30, 630-6605

Signature Events, pg. 21, Wolfeboro, 569-4786

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