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Inside
3 | Beautiful Choices - Wedding gowns
5 | Stahl Event Barn| Barn provides a rustic,
relaxed setting for a wedding
6 | The Cost of a Modern Wedding - Create a realistic budget
7 | Caberfae Peaks| Our experienced team can
help plan your wedding
8 | Lush and Lovely - Skip the flowers and go green
10 | RSVP the Digital Way - Creating a wedding website
11 | LifeSMILES|Add a visit to your wedding checklist
12 | Fresh Takes on the Cake - Four ideas for sweets
13 | Dawn Fresh Catering| Flexible catering
with a homestyle flare
ON THE Cover 15 | Budget Planner

16 | Wedding Checklist
18 | Grooms Checklist
20 | Lutke Rental Hall| Hall lets you plan your wedding your way
21 | Dive into Desserts - Non-traditional treats
23 | Cherry Grove Event Center| We have you covered
24 | Drone Photography - All You Need to Know About
25 | Sisters Studio| It takes two to make a wedding go right
26 | Ed Lane Photography| Wedding photography is a passion
27 | 16 Wedding Photos You Dont Want to Miss
29 | A & C Tent Rental| Bring your party outdoors
30 | CKs Place| Offering an award-winning experience
Collin & Hannah 30 | Eagle Entertainment| Providing music for weddings
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Beautiful Choices
Find the Perfect Wedding Gown for Your Figure
By Nancy Mattia
When you have hundreds of wedding gowns
to choose from, how can you find the one? By
using your body type as a starting point but
keeping an open mind.
Girls who think they cant wear something
thats fitted often can, says Lisa Fuhrman, a
bridal consultant and stylist at Kleinfeld Bridal
in New York, and a cast member of Say Yes to
the Dress. Often what a bride thinks she
wants isnt what she gets.
Weve outlined the most common body types
and which dress silhouettes that will best flatter
that figure. Pick the one that most closely matches
yours, head to a store, and start shopping!
Curvy
Your killer curves will get the most attention
in a dress with asymmetrical ruching on the
bottom.
Its flattering because ruching goes down and
around and shows off a small waist, says
Fuhrman. A corseted string style, which
crisscrosses in the back, is also amazing for an
hourglass figure.
Avoid a column, which falls straight and
covers up your curves.
Petite/short
If youre small in stature, your best silhouette
is one that elongates your body.
With a short girl, you dont want to cut her in
half, says Fuhrman. You want one continuous
line that creates the appearance of a longer leg.
Silhouettes that work best for you include
trumpet style, A-line sheaths, fit and flare, and
princess cuts. Avoid a big ball gown, which
overwhelm a small frame, as well as mermaid
skirts if the pouf starts too low itll look like
you have no legs.
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Plus
For a small-busted plus-size bride, a dress
that cinches your waist will be most flattering,
as would a soft A-line that flows rather than
poufs out.
Many big-busted plus sizes think they cant
wear strapless but if theres a corset-stringed
bodice it crisscrosses in the back Itll sculpt
the body and look great, she says.
A dress with asymmetrical ruching is another
way to visually slim the body. Stay away from
clingy materials like charmeuse.
Busty
The number one guideline: Dont hide your
bust! If youre completely covered up to the
neck, it will amplify your chest, explains
Fuhrman.
While a plunging neckline might be going too
far, a more modest but still open V-or scoop neck
or portrait neckline will flatter you the most.
Avoid wide straps since they can look very
matronly, says Fuhrman. Brides will come in
and say they absolutely want straps. But then I
have them try on strapless and it makes them look smaller. Photos & Gowns: Davids Bridal
Try on dresses with a fitted bodice for needed support.
Small-chested
A small-busted bride can generally wear just about
anything. She can wear a halter, triangle, or a plunging V
because she wont go flying out of it like a busty bride
would, says Fuhrman.
Avoid dresses with a straight-across neckline, which
creates a flatter look.
Pear-shaped
Youre smaller on top than on the bottom, so look for
gowns with diagonal draping, which creates a slimming
angle and minimizes your lower half.
An A-line, which flares out from the waist, is a universally
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Christies
She can wear an unstructured sheath or flowing skirt of
any fabrication, says Fuhrman. And she looks good in a
bohemian style, halter, and a dress with an empire waist that
falls and flows.
Try on ball gowns with a natural waist and fitted bodice
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relaxed setting for a wedding
By Kris Verhage
Its been a busy couple of summers at
the Stahl Event Barn near McBain.
Its hosted proms, graduation open
houses, family reunions, and even a
Celebration of Life service.
And, of course, its been the location Above Photo by
of numerous weddings. Rob Wilkinson Photography
We have been very busy in summers Couples can hire their own caterer
past, says Ruth Stahl, who owns and and bar service, who will have access
operates the venue with her husband, to the barns milk house, which the
Ivan. By the fall of 2013, the couple began Stahls converted into a warming kitchen
Theyre gearing up for another wedding hosting weddings, and experienced their featuring sinks, a stove and a refrigerator.
season. first full wedding season in 2015. In 2016, The Stahls will provide and set up round and
About four years ago, the couple converted the Stahl Event Barn was recognized by the rectangular tables and chairs.
a more than 115-year-old barn into an event Michigan Barn Preservation Network as Barn A fire pit gazebo also is available on the
venue that was specially designed to exude a of the Year in the Commercial Agricultural grounds and will be tended to by barn staff.
relaxed, rustic atmosphere. The barn was built Adaptive Use category. The Stahl Event Barn is located at 9421 S.
in 1901 on 80 acres that were homesteaded The barn can accommodate up to 198 Lucas Road, about four miles west of McBain
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generation of that family to live on the farm, rental company to provide additional space more information, visit stahleventbarn.com
which is a state-certified Centennial Farm. for larger groups. or call (231) 825-2615.
The Cost of a
Modern Wedding
How to create (and stick to)
a realistic budget for your dream nuptials
By Jesse Darland Try to negotiate

Theres no way around it: the cost of a wedding continues to Consumer Reports suggests that you can get a lower price for
rise. The most recent American Wedding Survey from Brides everything from flowers to your transportation by asking. Worst
magazine, released in 2016, pegged the average at $26,522. That case scenario, youll get a no.
doesnt even include the cost of a reception $11,380, according
to the same survey. Change the date
Nearly 9 in 10 Americans (86 percent) think those costs are Friday or Sunday weddings will cost less than those on
way too high according to a survey conducted by financial Saturday nights. According to Brides magazine, this option
services firm Country Financial. is growing in popularity. Friday accounted for 15 percent of
So if the prospective bride and groom arent planning on going weddings and Sunday for 13 percent in 2016.
into debt to get married something that 77 percent of people
think is a bad idea, according to the same survey what they to
Dont forget DIY
In a Consumer Reports survey, 22 percent of respondents
do? Here are a few strategies:
saved money by making their own wedding favors.
Keep a tight rein on your budget There many other ways to pinch pennies when it comes to
A Consumer Reports survey found that nearly two-thirds of wedding plans, so do your research and know your priorities
those who went over budget overspent by 20 percent or more. before you get started.
To cover the costs, 41 percent used savings, 11 percent took out a
loan and 9 percent withdrew from a retirement account. CTW Features
Caberfaes experienced team
can help plan your wedding
By Kris Verhage
Caberfae Peaks is anticipating its busiest
wedding season yet, and its experienced,
dedicated staff is ready to help couples plan
their big day.
We love what we do and it shows, says
Missy Smithwick, Caberfae Peaks Ski and
Golfs director of sales, adding that one
couple once noted after their wedding,
Your staff had as much fun as we did.
Couples will work with the same familiar
faces from the initial consultation to the Beaties Room can accommodate up to 100
reception. Caberfae features a wedding Also, Smithwick is finding
people. Both venues offer much in the way
coordinator, in-house catering and bar that Sunday weddings are becoming a
of rustic charm.
service and can work with vendors on other trend at Caberfae. They are an option when
The couple and their guests can stay at
details, such as the cake and the music. All Saturdays are booked solid and a Sunday
the 36-room hotel. The hotel features an
costs are discussed upfront. wedding is very affordable, she says.
outdoor pool and hot tub, as well as skiing
Caberfae Peaks has both indoor and Caberfae Peaks Ski and Golf is off M-55
and golf on-site.
outdoor ceremony sites, as well as two west of Cadillac.
The resort also can accommodate rehearsal
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Lush and Lovely
Skip the flowers and go green to
create a fresh wedding look this year
Photos: Heather Cook Elliott Photography
By Renee Lee green throughout the wedding, especially for freeform,

Move over roses, lilies and tulips theres some new unstructured bouquets where cascading greens create a
flora in town. Color authority Pantone recently named unique focal point. But while many green elements are
Greenery 2017s color of the year, and in the wedding known as fillers for bouquets or centerpieces, Ehlert points
world, green is indeed the new it color. Heres everything out that foliage isnt always a budget option, especially if
you need to know about ditching traditional flowers in youre using a lot of garland and wreaths, which are labor-
favor of this vibrant new look. intensive for florists to make.
What exactly is greenery?

Pantone has described its color of the year as a refresh-
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ing and revitalizing shade whose zesty yellow-green hue

symbolizes renewal. In floral speak, greenery can encom-
pass a wide variety of plants and a huge scope of looks.
Jackie Ehlert, owner of Blossoms Flower House in Door
County, Wis., prefers the term foliage for describing this
type of floral trend, adding that its not all green. A big
part of this au naturel look includes different shades of
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weddings are trending on Pinterest and wed-
ding blogs across the web. So brides looking for something
new, fresh, and lively, shouldnt be afraid to go all in on green
wedding dcor.
At BloomsByTheBox.com, its all about budget-friendly
DIY floral dcor. As the 2017 wedding season begins, the
company has heard from many brides opting for floral decor
thats almost entirely made of greens. Emily Davis of Blooms
By The Box describes the Pantone greenery color as a gor-
geous, bright Granny Smith apple shade, that works as well
with elegant romantic looks as it does with vibrant, festive
styles.
Even if wedding dcor is made completely of greenery,
theres still so much variety to include. Davis says different
foliage options are now widely available throughout the coun-
try, from traditional ferns to eucalyptus and oregonia.
Garlands and wreaths are key dcor elements for brides
looking to really drive home the green theme. Draping gar-
lands can be used as table runners, hung up vertically to create
a dreamy backdrop, or draped over chairs (especially elegant
over the bride and grooms seats).
Wreaths, on the other hand, arent just for Christmas-time
decor. Green wreaths can be turned into the ever-popular
How can I include floral crown thats essential for bohemian-themed weddings,
or hung up for an effortlessly chic look.
itJustinlikemy wedding?
any other floral dcor, greenery is great because
Some of the best foliage options for overall dcor, according
to Blooms By The Box, add texture and movement, like euca-
lyptus, hanging amaranthus and ivy. Fancy grasses, like green
you can add as little or as much as youd like. Here are some
millet, hanging feather, or little bunny (a type of fountain
unique ways to use greenery on your big day:
grass), can add a unique look to floral arrangements or bou-
Add small bunches of greens, like evergreen needles, to place
quets.
settings by tying them in bundles with cutlery.
Or, you can think outside the box with green elements you
Give your groom and groomsmen a natural and more mas-
might typically find in your pantry think olive branches or
culine look with boutonnieres made of greens.
bunches of rosemary, basil or mint.
Enhance your wedding cake with a touch of green lush
Even with a foliage focus, dont discount the fact that some
foliage either adorned directly on your cake, or on the cake
flowers also come in green like mini green hydrangea, green
table, adds great contrast, especially if your cake is white.
carnations, or green orchids.
Incorporate this trend into table number signs or place
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RSVP the Digital Way
5 expert tips for creating a beautiful
and useful wedding website
by Kristen Fischer
For many soon-to-be-wed couples, paper RSVP
cards are a thing of the past. While printed invitations
are still popular, many modern couples prefer that
guests respond online. How can you master the art of
the digital RSVP?
Christy Daly Matthews, a certified wedding con-
sultant from the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas,
says couples should use a method that works for
them. Millennials are more apt to go for digital
RSVPs, but shes worked with couples that collect
paper RSVPs and track them on a spreadsheet, their
own wedding website or RSVP website.
Pick one that fits in with your way of staying
organized, she says. If you are a person who wants
to receive, file and note the individual RSVP card,
great! If you are someone that keeps track of everything 3. Leverage data to your advantage
online, add a feature to your wedding website that allows Samantha Goldberg, a New Jersey-based wedding planner
guests to RSVP that way. featured on Style Networks Whose Wedding Is It Anyway,
Here are a few more tips to put technology to work for your believes a digital RSVP option can be useful because it lets you
wedding. format and organize a guest list. It also provides a back-up
source of updated data at your fingertips.
1. Go custom or tailor your site Other response services include evite.com, rsvpify.com and
mywedding.com. Send-o-matic.com has some special tools
If you choose digital RSVPs, you have two options. While
custom websites can be a fancy touch Matthews recom- that let you quickly coordinate responses especially those
mends Square Space to make your own it could be more of that come in at the last minute, Goldberg notes.
a hassle than a help. Still want a digital space? Tailor a template
on an RSVP website. Either way, you can incorporate images
4. Remember you elders
If youve got some older folks coming to the wedding, they
that convey your theme and offer details that guests can use may not have the Internet know-how to respond online. You
the day of the event. may want to send a paper invite to those people and mark
2. Consider the formality of your affair their responses in your digital hub, Goldberg adds.
Priscilla Erwin, a wedding and event planner from North
Carolina who owns Orangerie Events, said offering a digital
5. Mix together the old and new
Diane Gottsman, an etiquette expert and the owner of The
RSVP option should depend on how formal the wedding will Protocol School of Texas, says allowing people to choose how
be. they want to RSVP is always a good idea.
If youre planning a black-tie affair, online RSVPs might What keeps most people from responding digitally is the
appear tacky, she says. However, if youre going for a more ease (or difficulty) of the online RSVP, she says. If people
relaxed and informal approach, responding online will ulti- have to jump through hoops, they will put it off until later and
mately save you money, time and effort. You wont spend the then forget about it.
money on RSVP cards, envelopes or postage.
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Add a visit to LifeSMILES
to your wedding checklist
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By Kris Verhage
There may be one item couples Depending on an optimal
havent put on their pre-wedding treatment plan, whitening should
to-do list: a trip to the dentist. take place between a week and two
Its very important to keep months before the wedding, she
those teeth and gums healthy, but says.
cosmetic dentistry also can help It will take invisalign users
couples look and feel their best on between 12 and 36 months to
their big day. achieve desired results.
Those using Juvderm will see results
At LifeSMILES Complete Health Dentistry
in Cadillac, Dr. Brock Arms, Dr. John Kempton Before & After faster than those who use Botox to reduce the
and their staff provide services such as teeth Who better to know the location of your appearance of wrinkles, Warner says.
whitening, invisalign to straighten bites, facial nerves than your dentist, she adds. Juvderm is actually a filler. With Botox,
veneers and crowns. Dr. Arms performs Botox and Juvderm the ingredients become active as time goes
We do a lot of cosmetic dentistry, says Traci procedures. Juvderm consists of fillers that on, she adds.
Warner, registered dental hygienist at LifeSMILES. are designed to restore volume to the face and Those using Botox should see optimum
Whitening is one of the most sought-after reduce the appearance of wrinkles such as results in about three weeks, Warner estimates.
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Fresh Takes on the Cake
Four ideas for the sweetest part of your day
By Jesse Darland
Because the wedding cake often forms the centerpiece
of your reception, you want it to reflect your taste, sophis-
tication and sense of style. It also gives you the chance to
show off your wedding theme and delight guests with a
culinary surprise. Here are four fresh ideas to consider for
the sweetest part of your sweetest day:
1. See-through frosting
The Knot Wedding Trends Report of the top trends for
2017 names this as one cake trend to watch in this year.
Instead of the totally bare tiers of last years naked cake
trend, a translucent cake uses a thin layer of frosting (usu-
ally buttercream) that leaves a hint of the cake beneath
showing. To complete the look, add flowers or fresh fruit
that complements your theme or the flavors within.
2. Deeply dimensional
Whether you go with edible lace, ruffles or sugar flow-
ers (rosettes are popular), choosing a deeply dimensional
style provides an understated way to add elegance and
texture to your reception. One note: Because such 3-D
arrangements create their own wonderful array of high-
lights and shadows, its best to stick with whites or neutral
tones.
3. Mini cakes and groupings

Instead of one cake, why not several? Turn your cake
table into a dessert bar with a selection of multiple, smaller
cakes. You can try different flavors (if you just cant
decide) or provide visual interest by making each cake
look unique. These cakes tend to be simpler and smaller
(think two-tiered) and give you an opportunity to empha-
size your wedding colors or theme.
4. Rustic leaves and foliage

Be inspired by Greenery, the Pantone Color of the
Year for 2017, by going with a nature-themed cake. Ice the
cake in a simple layer of white frosting and then add a
bohemian touch by adding tiers of fresh or edible leaves
and flowers. Herbs, broad green leaves, flowers and suc-
culents are all popular choices. Further emphasize the
theme by displaying your cake on a tree stump stand.
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Budget Planner
Total Budget:________________
Avg. % of
Wedding Expenses Budget Your Budget Your Estimate Your Actual
Ceremony
Location fee, officiate fee, marriage license,
ring pillows, ceremony decorations
7%
Reception
Reception room rental, food, drinks, cake,
favors, decorations
50%
Attire
Dress, headpiece/veil, undergarments and
hosiery, shoes, accessories, alterations,
jewelry, hair and makeup, groom's tuxedo or
8%
suit, shoes, tie, cuff links, studs
Rings 3%
His and her rings, engraving
Flowers
Ceremony decor, bride's and bridesmaids'
bouquets, corsages and boutonnieres,
reception centerpieces, flower-girl basket.
7%
Music
Ceremony musicians, band and/or DJ, coctail
hour musicians
5%
Photography/
Videography
Photographer and videographer's fees,
albums, additional prints, disposable cameras
12%
for candid photographs
Transportation
Transportation for wedding party, guest
shuttle and/or parking attendants
2%
Stationery
Invitations, save-the-date cards, response
cards, thank you notes, postage, calligraphy,
3%
guest book
Gifts
Bridesmaids and groomsmen, parents,
welcome baskets for out-of-town guests
3%
Wedding Checklist
A wedding should be planned in stages with every
decision made as early as possible. Begin by setting
deadlines, then check off each task as you complete it.
6-12 months 2 months

before your wedding
Choose the kind of wedding you will have, date and time.
before your wedding
Choose wedding bands and engraving.
Announce your engagement in local newspapers.
Check marriage license requirements.
Discuss the budget. Take time to talk with your fianc
about the budget and style of your wedding, reception Plan ceremony, reception, menus, master of ceremo-
and wedding-related parties, and who pays for what. nies and music.
Make arrangements with the officiator. Plan rehearsal dinner and bridesmaids luncheon.
Reserve the wedding and reception locations. Complete guest list and address invitations.
Select your wedding dress, veil and accessories. Make arrangements for lodging for out-of-town guests.
Choose the bridesmaids, groomsmen, Purchase gifts for attendants and groom.
ushers and honored roles. Plan reception seating if necessary.
Send announcements of your engagement to brides and
grooms local and hometown newspapers.
Meet with the florist, photographer, caterer, videographer
and DJ or entertainment to discuss budgets and options.
1 month
Draw up the guest list with fianc and families.
before your wedding
Confirm all arrangements and contracts.
Plan reception music and reserve band or orchestra.
Mail invitations so they will arrive three weeks before
Contact rental coordinator for equipment reservations.
the wedding.
Discuss honeymoon and reservations. (Traditionally the
Pick up wedding rings.
groom makes all the honeymoon arrangements.)
Arrange for transportation to ceremony and from cer-
Arrange for time off work if necessary.
emony to reception.
Buy a good, sturdy notebook to store brochures and notes.
Attend final fittings.
Develop record-keeping system for invitations, RSVPs,
Have your hair and makeup done as your would like to
gifts and thank-you notes.
have it on your wedding.
Schedule any tanning, manicures, etc.
6 months Purchase guest book and keepsake album.

Contact your insurance agent about naming your
before your wedding fianc as beneficiary on your life insurance, will and
Plan new living arrangements and home furnishings. auto policies, and about buying homeowners and
Select and register wedding gifts and patterns. floater insurances to protect wedding gifts.
Select color scheme. Open joint checking and savings accounts.
Order dress and accessories. Decide on a budget and savings program. Discuss
them with your financial representatives.
Order bridesmaids dresses, shoes and accessories.
Write thank-you notes as gifts are received.
Contact mens formalwear specialist for mens attire.
Have parents select attire.
Order wedding cake.
Order invitations, announcements, programs, napkins,
matchbooks and thank-you notes.
2 weeks
before your wedding
Get marriage license.
ive caterer final guest count. Dont forget the wedding
G
party, photographer and DJ.
Arrange to have your own gown pressed and delivered.
rrange to change your name on drivers license, Social
A
Security card, credit cards, bank accounts, insurance, etc.
Make arrangements for moving into your new home.
1 week
before your wedding
Pack for honeymoon.
Give bridesmaids luncheon/party, give attendant gifts.
Confirm directions, housing, timetables with attendants.
Brief head usher of any special seating arrangements.
Arrange for rental returns.
The day before

your wedding
Pack the going-to-church bag and emergency bag. Floral CHecklist
Attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. Have fun!
Find a quiet moment to give your fianc his wedding gift. Bouquets Boutonnieres
Bridal Groom
Turn in early for a good nights sleep. Bridal Throw Groomsmen
Bridesmaids Father-of-Bride
Other Father-of-Groom
The wedding day Corsages
Usher(s)
Ring Bearer(s)
Have a nice, relaxed breakfast. Mother-of-Bride StepFather(s)
Allow plenty of time for dressing, makeup and hair styling. Mother-of-Groom Grandfathers
Grandmothers Other
If you plan on photography before the ceremony, allow Hostess
ample time so youre not rushed. StepMother(s) Reception
Other Head Table
Relax, and remember: This is your Family Table
special day, the result of all your careful planning. Misc. Flowers Buffet Table
Now its time to enjoy. Take a deep breath. Refuse Bridal Hair Cake/Cake Table
to let any glitch get to you. Savor every moment of Bridesmaids Hair Guest Tables
this sacred day. Let your joy and happiness shine Flower Girls Hair Centerpieces
through. Best wishes! Flower Girls Petals Favors
Aisle Petals Other
Other
Grooms Checklist
12 months
before your wedding
Select engagement ring.
Discuss wedding plans and budget with
fiance
and all parents.
Select attendants and at least one usher for
every 50 guests.
Decide on ceremony and reception with
fiance.
9 months
before your wedding
Arrange a visit with clergymember or justice of
the peace to discuss ceremony. 6-8 weeks
Start compiling your guest list. before your wedding
Discuss honeymoon destinations with fiance; Help fiance with thank-you notes for gifts.
consult travel agent. Get legal and religious papers in order.
Pick up wedding rings; check engraving.
6 months

Buy gifts for fiance and ushers.
before your wedding
Arrange to pay for brides bouquet; order
boutonnieres and corsages.
Visit gift registry with fiance.
2 weeks
before your wedding
Complete honeymoon plans.
Go with fiance to get marriage license.
For travel abroad, update passports, visas and
Arrange for transportation from the reception to
inoculations.
the airport, if applicable.
Arrange transportation to ceremony and
Attend bachelor party.
reception for wedding party.
Double-check honeymoon reservations.
3 months Arrange to move belongings to new home.
before your wedding

Complete guest list; give to fiance.
1 week
After consulting fiance, order wedding attire
before your wedding
for yourself and ushers. Remind ushers of rehearsal dinner details (give
them the gifts that night).
Shop for honeymoon clothes.
Put officiants fee in a sealed envelope and give
Order wedding rings.
it to best man to deliver after the ceremony.
After consulting fiance, reserve a block of
Explain any special seating arrangements for
hotel rooms for out-of-town guests.
family members, etc., to ushers.
Plan rehearsal dinner with parents.
Pack for honeymoon.
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events, including wedding receptions and bridal showers.
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The full kitchen features both a freezer and refrigerator, stove and
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to provide their own food or contract with a catering company.
The venue has WiFi, a television if someone wants to play a photo
slideshow during the event, both heat and air conditioning, mens and
womens handicapped-accessible restrooms, and a large parking lot.
The room has an area to hang photos, banners and other decorations,
and hosts can decorate tabletops. The venue features white and
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Couples will need to provide their own dcor, linens, silverware
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Dive into Desserts
Non-traditional treats add a modern and
sweet touch to any wedding event
By Nancy Mattia favorite add-in like chocolate chips, peanut butter, or cara-
While cake may be a wedding staple, an increasing number mel. Blondies, made with brown sugar instead of cocoa,
of modern couples are also bringing other tasty treats to the make a tasty companion.
dessert table.
One driving factor in this trend is cost. In 2015, couples
spend an average of $575 on the cake according to The Knots
Rice Krispies Treats
Grownups get giddy when they spot a tray of these
annual Real Weddings Study, so supplementing a smaller square cereal and marshmallow confections. Sticky and
cake with other goodies can help couples keep costs down and sweet, they remind us of the times when Mom rewarded us
stay in budget. for a good report card with a stack of these treats!
Other couples choose dessert bars simply to offer more
variety to their guests or for the wow factor.
If youre thinking of serving more than one dessert, be sure Cupcakes
to keep portions small, says Bobbie Lloyd, chef at the The appeal of these delicious mini cakes is eternal, so its
famous Magnolia Bakery in New York City. no surprise they often pop up on wedding dessert tables.
Here are a few ideas of popular confections to tempt guests Though Magnolia offers cupcakes in enticing flavors like
with at your reception: pistachio and peanut butter, Lloyd says their best seller for
weddings is vanilla with vanilla frosting.
Brownies It kind of blows my mind that people still want a good
old-fashioned vanilla cupcake, she says. Give yours a spe-
If you want a guaranteed crowd pleaser, offer this choco- cial touch by matching the buttercreams hues to your wed-
late treat. Whether theyre cakey or moist, brownies are ding colors or topping with buttercream rosettes.
comforting and dependable.
If you want to dress up the plain variety, include your Continued on page 22
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Heritage dessert
To honor their family, some couples ask a family
member to make a dessert that is steeped in their cul-
tures culinary history, says Krystyna Kapera, venue
and events manager of Manzos Banquets, a Chicago-
area caterer and event facility.
Most nationalities have a beloved treat, such as
Italian cannoli, Serbian torte, and Cuban tres leches
cake. Its a delicious and meaningful way to personal-
ize the dessert course.
Ice cream bar

Put out gallons of basic flavors like vanilla and
chocolate, or unexpected flavors like pumpkin cheese-
cake and hazelnut, plenty of toppings (rainbow sprin-
kles, gummy bears, fresh strawberries), and watch as
a line of happy people forms, spoon at the ready.
Pies
Dont think this dessert is only for summer wed-
dings pies (apple, cherry, pecan) are a year round
delight. And always, always remember the whipped
cream!
Candy bar
A fun alternative to baked goods, a candy bar offers
a variety of sugary goodness.
It can be customized around a theme such as
hearts, the wedding colors, or an ingredient like
chocolate, says Kapera. Get really personal and get
your initials printed on M&Ms!
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Cherry Grove Event Center has you covered
By Kris Verhage luxury folding chairs
The Cherry Grove Event Center in Cadillac and table linens.
offers versatility when it comes to planning A small meeting
weddings. room that can
We want to be a wedding facility that is accommodate 60 can
one-stop shopping for the bride, says Lori be used as the brides
Kelly, Cherry Groves event coordinator and dressing room or a
wedding planner. Cherry Grove can cover bridal shower site.
you from A to Z. Outdoor ceremonies
The venue has two sides: one that has a can be performed
formal atmosphere can seat close to 300 underneath a gazebo.
and features colored LED lighting that can The area features
be coordinated with the wedding colors and multiple views of
a dance floor; and its exhibit hall, which the property and
has more of an informal feel and can seat surrounding area and
nearly 500 guests, Kelly says. The hall also rustic fencing the couple
features LED lighting, a coated floor suitable can decorate. The couple
for dancing and a vaulted ceiling. also is free to add an arbor decorating the entire room, Kelly says.
The smaller, more formal side also can or other dcor to the gazebo area, Kelly says. Kelly can refer couples seeking local salon
be divided into three sections each seating The event center has a liquor license and services, photographers, wedding cakes,
about 100 guests. provides in-house catering by the Bear Den florists, tuxedo rentals and other vendors.
You cant tell it is divided, she adds. It Grille, which also has the same ownership and The Cherry Grove Event Center is located
looks like its its own room. is located in Cadillac. But couples can contract at 5676 E. M-55 in Cadillac. To learn more
The center provides both set up and clean with other catering companies, she says. about this venue, call (231) 499-5338,
up and has round banquet tables, as well as The center can additionally provide email info@cgemi.com or visit its Facebook
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Drone Photography
All You Need to Know About
By Jill Jaracz
Your kid brother got a drone for Christmas and now
wants to use it to take pictures at your wedding. Should
you let him?
Youd never consider hiring anyone other than a
professional photographer, so take the same care in hir-
ing a drone operator to get those stunning aerial shots.
Dan Edmonson, owner of Dronegenuity, a drone
agency with operators nationwide, gives some pointers
in picking the best.
1. Check for certification

A Federal Aviation Administration-certified opera-
tor will have the know-how to keep you out of legal
trouble. Drones may only fly at certain altitudes and in
specific airspaces. A certified operator will be familiar
with the permissions around your site.
Many certified operators work with drone agencies
or other photographers. An agency will do quality
control on the operators they hire, which saves you
time.
2. Know the noise factor

Edmonson says sometimes drones can be as loud as
a lawn edger. Thats not what you want when theyre
playing Here Comes the Bride. Distance shots are
the best option for ceremony pictures.
3. The not-so-great indoors

Drones can capture great shots from heights as low
as 10 to 20 feet; however, I would only recommend plan-
ning to film an indoor ceremony with a drone if you
truly know what to expect.
Along with electrical interference, low lights and
confined spaces directly overhead can cause safety
issues. Indoor drone operation also has special federal
requirements. If youre doing an all-indoor wedding,
this may not be the best option.
4. They dont run forever

Drone batteries run for about 25 to 30 minutes
before needing to be replaced and recharged. Most
drone operators will have backup batteries, but you
should confirm that beforehand and be prepared to
take your pictures quickly.
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It takes two to make a wedding go right
By Kris Verhage Its a team effort from beginning to end,
Two sisters have worked Lorenz says.
together for more than 15 years Puerto Rico. But to them, The sisters enjoy shooting documentary-
to create cherished mementos theres no place like home. style candid photos that provide an intimate
of a special day. We love to shoot here glimpse into the wedding. Posed portraits are
Cadillac-based Sisters Studio in Cadillac. Its home, shot in a way that are lighthearted and capture
specializes in engagement and Lorenz says, adding their natural expressions, she says.
wedding photography, as well photo studio is close to The finished products are high-end and
as photo sessions for families local wedding venues. are designed to be heirlooms with a timeless,
and teens. Sisters Studio is classic look.
Katie Lorenz and Carrie natural-light loft studio Its really important that our couples have
Malleaux didnt intend to inside Lorenzs home on something they can hold onto forever, Lorenz
work together. After earning Mackinaw Trail.Tucked away says.
a bachelors degree in fine from the road are five acres To that end, Lorenz and Malleaux avoid any
arts from Central Michigan and a small hobby farm that trendy editing of photos.
University, Malleaux went make a picturesque setting We keep our editing light and clean, she
to work at a studio as a wedding for outdoor portrait sessions. adds. We try to keep it natural.
photographer. Lorenz went to work straight Engagement sessions are offered as an add- One of their most popular photo items
out of high school for a custom photo on to wedding packages. Lorenz and Malleaux are canvas gallery wraps, which are ready to
processing lab. The two eventually got jobs at prefer to shoot both for a couple. hang and surface-treated for archival purposes,
the former Photo One, working together there It gives us an opportunity to connect with Lorenz says.
for five years before striking out on their own. them (before the wedding), Lorenz says. Sisters Studio is at 8275 Mackinaw Trail in
Fate led us to work together, Lorenz The sisters work a limited number of Cadillac. For more information, call (231)
recalls. weddings in a year because they work 920-2459 or visit sisters-studio.com. Examples
The sisters will shoot weddings throughout together with couples from the consultation of their work can be found on their website, as
Northern Michigan and beyond. Their work to the wedding itself and to the editing and well as on their Facebook and Instagram pages.
has taken them to Louisiana, Mexico and processing of their photos.
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By Chris Lamphere planning stages all the way to the special day.
During his years working as As for the senior portraits, being able to
a wedding photographer, Ed capture a moment in the young persons life
Lane has mastered the art of when they are taking their first steps into
using a camera but its not the adulthood is really special.
equipment he enjoys most Lane said his rates are customized for the
about the business, its the needs of the client.
people. Depending on what they want, he charges
I just love this business, between $800 and $3,500, with the higher
Lane said from his home in cost being for photo packages.
Houghton Lake. I have a Capturing the Magical Moments of a
a dark room.
real passion for it. couples special day is our specialty, Lane said.
Along the way, Lane became the
Lane started his Be it photojournalistic or traditional wedding
president of the Detroit Professional
photography career 20 years ago and opened photos, we strive to capture the sheer energy,
Photography Association, one of the largest
his own studio in Ferndale, Michigan. passion and raw emotion of the complete
and oldest professional photographic
He recently relocated to Northern Michigan wedding day - all this for a very reasonable
associations in Michigan.
and here he is continuing the work his loves investment.
Today, Lane specializes in photographing
so much. Ed Lane Photography is located in
weddings and doing senior portraits.
Before starting his own business, Lane Houghton Lake. For more information,
He said he loves being able to tell the story
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16 Wedding Photos You
Dont Want to Miss
While props and goofy grins are fun, dont forget
to capture these moments on your big day, too!
By Jill Jaracz
From zombies to lightsaber battles, unique wedding pho-
tos are on trend. And while you should feel free to go as wild
and crazy as you want, experts urge couples to include more
traditional photos on the shot list too.
Here are 16 timeless photos of your big day youll cherish Photos: Yana Shellman Photography
for years to come:
2. Mother helping bride get ready
1. The brides gown Capture your last moments as mother and single daughter
by getting a shot of her zipping up your dress.
Its the most important dress of your life, so get a shot of it
on a nice hanger before you slip it on.
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3. The grooms tux or uniform

Everybody has made the day about the bride, but its just 10. Generations of family
as much his day, says Central Texas-based photographer The entire family gets together for a wedding, so a group
Yvonne Overstreet. So be sure to get some solo snapshots of portrait of grandparents, parents and siblings is very impor-
his tux or uniform. tant.
4. Father helping 11. Bridal party

Youll want at least one traditional shot of the entire bridal
the groom get ready party. For the album, keep it nice and simple, says Shellman.
Ask your photographer to capture this father-son moment
before the ceremony when dad is helping him look nice and 12. The happy couple
sharp, says Yana Shellman, a New Jersey-based photographer. Get a shot of the two of you standing side-by-side with the
camera at a 45-degree angle. All the parents want that pic-
5. The days details ture, and its beautiful, says Shellman.
Planning seems to take a lifetime, but the day goes by
like a whirlwind. So be sure to take pictures of the pro- 13. Reception entrance
gram, bouquets and boutonnieres. If its a military wed- Capture the big splash you make as your entrance as hus-
ding, get shots of the rank and medals, says Overstreet. band and wife.
6. Enchanting entrance 14. Toasts and speeches

The brides walk down the aisle is a moment to immortalize Overstreet recommends trying to get a picture of everyone
on film. who makes a toast or speech at the reception.
7. Grooms first glance 15. First dances

Youll always treasure a photo of the first time he sees you First dances contain special moments, so take shots of the
during the ceremony. newlywed dance, the bride/father dance and the groom/
mother dance.
8. Ceremonial moments
Take pictures of the wedding vows. Getting a shot of the 16. Reception traditions
grooms face in focus and another with the brides face in focus Shellman says the cake cutting is a picture everyone wants.
gives the illusion of you looking at each other, says Shellman. Dont forget the bouquet and garter tosses too. If your family
has any other special traditions, be sure to tell your photogra-
9. Your first kiss pher beforehand.
The all-important first kiss as a married couple is a must-have! CTW Features
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A & C Tent Rental in Cadillac has all the in a 50- to 60-mile radius of Cadillac and
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and other outdoor affairs. Osceola counties.
This business offers rental tents in a Griffiths said it is best to reserve
variety of sizes, as well as chairs and tables, your tent, tables and chairs as soon as
said owner Michael Griffiths. The company you have a date picked out as there are
has been in business for more than 15 years limited resources. He added he already
and Griffiths has been owner since 2005. has events booked for the summer and
Everything is delivered and set up, has been receiving reservations since
including the table and chairs, Griffiths said. the first of the year.
Its not just a drop-off service. ones if additional room is needed. Even if we have a date already booked,
Theyll also take down and remove those A & C Tent Rental also brokers with a I will try to get what you need through
items. Tent sizes at A & C Tent Rental include downstate tent rental company to provide subcontracting with reliable companies, he
20 x 30 square feet, 20 x 40 square feet and tents in larger sizes such as 40 x 100 square said. Its never too late.
30 x 60 square feet, he said.The larger size can feet and 60 x 60 square feet, Griffiths says. A & C Tent Rental is located at 1867 S.
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We are a moderately priced, semi-all- CKs Place offers appetizers and dinner decorate and get the hall exactly the way you
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CKs Place has two sites on its property for facility and the catering company have and the bill is paid before the event, so theres
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DJ says providing music for weddings

isnt just a job, its an honor
By Chris Lamphere wedding is more of an honor than
Believe it or not, Josh it is a job.
Rheaume used to be the So far this year, Rheaume said he
shyest kid youd ever meet. already has 26 weddings booked but
That was before he had to hes still accepting clients.
fill in as a disc jockey at a roller Rheaume said his rates are slightly
rink in Detroit when he was higher than other DJs in the Cadillac
15 years old. area but around average compared to
I didnt want to do it but professional DJs throughout the state.
the DJ didnt show up, so I had Travel to any part of the state isnt
to, Rheaume said. But the a problem for Rheaume, who adjusts
more I did it, the more used to it the rate in order to rent a hotel room
I got. I started to have fun with it. for the night.
The rest is history. have to figure out what kind of music they While there are standard tunes most
From those shy beginnings, Rheaume now like to get them on the dance floor. everyone wants to hear at weddings,
DJs full time and emcees large events such as Rheaume isnt just a DJ and emcee at Rheaume said he also has many other songs
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