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Events and Celebrations, June 2015
Events and Celebrations, June 2015
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round. For autumn weddings, for example, the facility uses a dozen heat lamps
that raise temperatures 25 degrees. So
even in the 50-degree autumnal air,
guests feel a comfortable 75 degrees.
Additionally, LED lights illuminate the
courtyard designed with blue Israeli
stone. And while its sanctuary with its
90-year-old stained glass dome originally from the Brooklyn Jewish Center is
a selling point, the bride and groom can
opt to get married outside where the
chuppah takes center stage.
The Estate at Florentine Gardens,
located in a Georgian-style mansion on
four acres in River Vale, boasts breathtaking and very romantic outdoor space
for summertime weddings, said Maria
Daidone, who works with her father
Thomas Daidone and sister Amanda in
the family business.
We are located in upper Bergen
County, in a hidden area and we have
lots of space, a big beautiful garden
with lots of green, beautiful flowers, and
character. It is classic and elegant, said
Ms. Daidone.
Additionally, Ms. Daidone said,
there are two outdoor gazebos that can
be used for private picture taking, or if
guests choose, to have the ceremony.
The Pearl River Hilton in Pearl
River, N.Y., a family-owned and operated hotel for three decades, recently had
its first outdoor wedding of the season,
said owner and general manager William Maloney III.
The setting of our property and
the unique and memorable design of
the building itself serves as terrific backdrop for outdoor ceremonies, cocktail
receptions, and luncheons as well, he
said. Most of these functions are held
on our back patio and back lawn, which
overlooks the rolling fairways of Blue
Hill Golf Course. It seems that no wedding photo shoot is complete without
a picture of the wedding couple on our
bridge in our back yard as well as family pictures around our fountain, which,
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member officiate your wedding is a wonderful opportunity to not only save you money but also add a personal touch to your ceremony. Yes, you will have a few
more tasks to wrangle than you would if you hired a
professional wedding officiant, but many people say
its worth it. First, becoming ordained to officiate a
wedding can be done both easily and cheaply online
through various organizations, many of which are
nondenominational and some of which are attributed to specific religions. Its important to look into
any further legalities of your place of residence, or
where you choose to get married, to ensure that the
marriage is done legally. Offbeat Bride makes a great
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point regarding this vital part of the officiating process: If you are doing research online regarding marriage law, only trust sources that are the legitimate
website of the government in question. You will also
be responsible for writing the ceremony. However,
this does give you the ability to make the tone of your
ceremony much more personalized. Lastly, you will
need to make sure to work with your DJ to provide
appropriate amplification for the officiant. With a bit
more legwork, the payoff can be enormous, with a
customized ceremony that reflects who you and your
spouse are, at a fraction of the cost that comes with
hiring a professional.
Many brides dream about the beautiful flowers
that will adorn their wedding day, that is, until the reality of the costly prices of peonies actually hits them.
Hiring a florist to arrange your wedding flowers or create your bouquets certainly makes the process even
costlier. If you are organized enough and have a very
willing bridal party, doing your own flowers may work.
But its important to think ahead. Focus on flowers that
will be in bloom during the season in which your wedding will take place. Its also helpful to do a dry run of
any bouquets and centerpieces that you will be doing
yourself so that the real deal is not so overwhelming.
DIY Network also has several suggestions for keeping
prices low, such as mixing expensive and inexpensive
flowers and utilizing less costly greens in bouquets and
centerpieces. There are many creative and affordable
options that are available when it comes to your wedding flowers, certainly making it a doable option for
most brides.
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Randi Shinske, owner of Red Velvet Luxe in Ridgewood, said she sees the gemstone engagement ring
play out big, especially with older brides or brides who
are getting married for the second or more time.
They want something different because theyve
already had the diamond, said Ms. Shinske. For the
younger set, women in their 20s, they are still looking
for the diamond solitaire as an engagement ring.
Ms. Shinske said that the color gemstone diamond
ring trend plays into the overall trend toward colored
gemstones sweeping the jewelry industry. Because,
she says, its all about color now.
Sapphires in particular, the most durable nondiamond gemstone, get big play in engagement rings,
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Combine your favorite accessories, such as handcrafted trays, detailed lanterns and a colorful bouquet, to create a cheerful centerpiece that instantly
feels like summer.
Give your party buffet a personal touch with an
eclectic mix of your favorite serving dishes. Think
multi-use beverage tubs, cheery cake stands and
bold chip and dip trays.
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If summer finds you doing more party-going than
party-throwing, show your gratitude by bringing
along a little something that recognizes all the work
that goes into hosting a perfect party.
Think about items that can be used at the party,
such as wine charms or a citronella candle with a
lantern for a practical, yet fun gift.
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Supplies:
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Printer
Thin cardstock (optional)
Marker (optional)
11-inch (or larger) latex balloons
No problem!
This is the book for all of todays couples. Explores the rich history
of Jewish wedding customs and rituals throughout the centuries
while providing contemporary interpretations and creative options.
Includes useful information about all aspects of the wedding.
With Wedding Rituals Checklist and Planning Timeline.
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You can create your own confetti poppers by picking up some clear cake
push-pops at the grocery store and filling them with confetti.
If you have pre-filled poppers,
empty them. Then put a thin layer of
confetti on the bottom, drop in the
cash (not too much or it wont be able
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with confetti. Close them up and youre
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occasion?
Celebrating at the many area restaurants is a time-honored tradition.
And happily, the choices are so wide in
terms of food, ambience and value, that
there is something for everyone.
But the occasion is not only fun for
the celebrants.
It could also be fun for the restaurateur.
Yamin Dayan, owner of Estihana,
a kosher Asian-inspired steak house
in Teaneck, marveled at his recent
celebrating customers. Three weeks
ago, one woman was celebrating her
100-year-birthday at the restaurant.
That was followed by another woman,
who turned 90 (a mere!), and then by a
couple who marked their 60-year-wedding anniversary.
Longevity in Bergen County lives!
Seriously, Mr. Dayan said he tries to
give his customers a great dining experience though a good atmosphere and
good food with a menu that includes 10
kinds of steak from Thai Steak, a house
specialty, to hanger steak, and more
served for parties family-style, buffet or
plated.
Another kosher novelty cuisine is
offered at Smokey Joes Tex-Mex Barbeque, also in Teaneck. Owner Joseph
Godin, who worked in catering for 25
years, boasts that his is the worlds first
authentic, slow-cooked, wood fired pit
smoked kosher barbecue. The secret to
his success, Mr. Godin said, is the rub
and the barbecue sauce, both of which
are secrets.
An in-house chef s table party
menu at Smokey Joes includes starters
such as corn bread and beef carnitas,
and entrees that include ribeye steak,
rack of ribs, smoked barbecue chicken
and more.
For a bit of sports celebrity, a New
York City hotspot, Clyde Fraziers Wine
& Dine is a spot that can take a party
of many. It spans an entire New York
City block and measures about 10,000
square feet. The restaurant, named
for its former Knicks basketball player
owner, Walt Clyde Frazier, has a half
of a basketball court and 40 television
screens.
The menu is American fare with
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Upholstery tack
Adhesive dots, large
Straight pins
Scallop-edge shears
Scissors
Mini hole punch
Recycled papers, such as old books,
sheet music, newspapers, postcards,
memorabilia
1. Punch 5 flowers using flower punches in different shapes and sizes. Use a
variety of recycled papers for a vintage
appearance. With an upholstery tack,
pierce all layers of flowers; set aside.
2. Cut green cardstock strip 3-inch wide
and 1/2-inch longer than circumference of candle. Cut both long edges and
one short end with scallop-edge shears.
Punch mini holes in each scallop. Wrap
around candle, overlap and secure with
adhesive dots.
3. Cut a strip of cork 1-3/4-inch wide
and the same length as green cardstock.
Cut one end of cork strip with scalloped
edge shears; attach to candle with 3
straight pins, at the scalloped end.
4. Print the donation message on brown
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Cavallo Point embodies the Northern California sensibility around luxury and romantic inspiration. The air,
moist from its immediate proximity to San Francisco
Bay, is fragrant with eucalyptus, bay laurel, rosemary
and other greenery populating the hilly grounds. The
hotel's location affords an up-close view of the Golden Gate Bridge unavailable anywhere else. The hotel
restored the original military buildings and built its
new facilities to harmonize with the natural environment, rendering the entire resort LEED-certified.
The restaurant, Murray Circle, retained its original
tin ceiling and other architectural details to create an
atmosphere of casual refinement. A wide veranda,
outfitted with comfy chairs and settees, invites visitors
outside to linger over brunch or drinks while taking in
the view. The cuisine fashions mostly local, sustainable
food sources into inventive creations for example,
juniper-cured local black cod and Sausalito dungeness
crab croquette.
The wedding menus, supervised by the same chef
as the restaurant, also tap into local resources and
purveyors. Receptions as large as 180 people can start
with cocktails around the fire pit, move indoors into
historic rooms or take place on the hillside Mission
Blue Lawn, with the tree-framed Golden Gate view.
The turn-of-the-20th-century chapel, with its indoor
balcony for musicians and overhead photography,
provides backup in case of inclement weather.
The spa, housed in its own new building, revolves
around a large, airy lounge with fireplaces and a large,
warm outdoor meditation pool fringed by trees. Its
offerings range from classic massage and beauty services to hypnotherapy and energy work.
Offsite, the neighboring seaside community of
Sausalito, the cultural vitality of San Francisco and
the hiking trails of the surrounding Marin Headlands
and nearby Mount Tamalpais are less than 20 minutes
away.
Cavallo Point has few rival resorts in Northern
California until you head south to Big Sur or north to
Napa. Even then, no other destination nails so much of
what is specific to San Francisco and Marin.
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The photo booth gets a makeover
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The photo booth is a great way for guests to have fun and to take
home a little souvenir.
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many wedding floral arrangements these days.
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