NY/NJ Brides: Upcoming Events - New York Wedding Workshop

Check out two new How-to-Series by The New York Wedding Workshop

NY/NJ Brides: Saavy Haavy Wedding Event

Please check out the Savvy Havvy Having It All Bridal Event...with a purpose on May 11, 6-9 PM @ Senses NY Salon

Brides unite for an evening of beauty, fun, and social awareness in the intimate setting of Senses NY Salon & Spa. Meet with NYC's savviest people in the bridal business as they share everything from hair and makeup tips to money-saving tricks for your wedding. A Q &A with event planner Stella Inserra (featured on "Whose Wedding Is It Anyway") will give brides the exclusive dish on planning an amazing wedding without breaking the bank. Brides.com astrologer Ophira Edut (author of Love Zodiac and resident astrologer on E! "The Daily 10") will entertain guest with free personal astrology readings.

A suggested donation of $10 goes towards Girls Educational and Mentoring Services (GEMS), a nonprofit that empowers and transforms women's lives by providing guidance, housing, and programs for girls ages 12-21 who have been sexually exploited.). Many brides opt to use their wedding day as platform to fundraise for their favorite non-profit by asking guests to make a donation instead of purchasing the traditional gift. This event presents the perfect opportunity for brides to start making a difference before their wedding day-and to have fun doing it.

Guests will mingle with NYC top vendors and enjoy complimentary food, drinks, goodie bags, exclusive discount packages from featured vendors, raffles, giveaways, and much more. Just show up and have fun!

NY/NJ Brides: New York Magazine Weddings Event

NEW YORK MAGAZINE WEDDINGS EVENT TO KICK OFF

BRIDAL SEASON AT NYC’S METROPOLITAN PAVILION

Wednesday, April 1, 5 – 8 PM

WHAT: An evening filled with fresh ideas, expert advice, and creative solutions to inspire New York brides & grooms. The New York Weddings Event kicks off bridal season by gathering the industry’s top talents and over 90 participants. From gowns and jewelry to flowers, caterers, and registry ideas, this event covers every aspect of planning a wedding, straight from the pages of New York magazine’s Summer 2009 Weddings issue (on newsstands March 24). Participating Sponsor: Victoria’s Secret.

Featured areas include:

“Ask the Experts” with New York Weddings editor Denise Penny and special guests celebrity wedding planner Marcy Blum of Marcy Blum Associates, Mary Cleaver of The Cleaver Co. Catering, and pastry chef Pichet Ong.

· Bridal-perfect hair ideas from Kenneth® salon
· Lingerie for the big day and beyond from Victoria’s Secret Bridal Collection
· Bridal gowns from Mark Ingram Bridal Atelier

· Macy’s Wedding &Gift Registry with everything the newlywed couple will need
for their home
· Cake tastings from Ron Ben-Israel Cakes

WHERE: Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th Street (between 6th & 7th Avenues), New York City

WHEN: Wednesday, April 1 at 4 – 5 PM press preview, 5 – 8 PM Open to the public

Tickets (via Ticketweb): $50 for two, $35 for one with special online-only offer at http://nymag.com/weddingsevent/

Tickets also available at the door for $45.

NYC/NJ Brides: Workshops @ The New York Wedding Workshop

The New York Wedding Workshop has two new events in their “How To” Series.

“How To Design on a Dime”

Saturday, January 10, 2009

10 AM to 1 PM

AVEvenue

13-15 West 28th Street, between Broadway and 5th Avenue, 10th Floor

Course description: This invaluable course will teach brides on every budget level how to maximize the look and style of their wedding. Starting with invitation design right through to tabletop and every decorative element in between, learn what is worth the splurge and where you can save while enhancing each element of your décor. Work hands-on with actual materials and experiment with colors, textures and styles for your wedding. Attendees will leave this session with a list of NYC and online décor shopping resources, how-to guides for creating breathtaking decorative elements and referrals for decorators and florists who will give you a proposal that is within your budget parameters. This is a do-not-miss for DIYers! Light breakfast will be served. Call 212.206.9201 or email info@nyweddingworkshop.com before January 7th to purchase tickets at the discounted price of $45!



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“How to Hire a Photographer and Videographer”

Saturday, January 31, 2009

10 AM to 12:30 PM

The Gallery at The Prince George Ballroom
15 East 27th Street, between 5th and Madison Avenues

Course description: Are you overwhelmed by the sheer number of wedding photographers and videographers in New York? Are you wondering how to tell one from the other without calling and meeting each one? Who is right for your wedding and what should you be looking for? Join us for a step-by-step seminar that will take you through the research and selection process for two of the most important vendors you will hire for your wedding day. Learn about film vs. digital, black and white vs. color, flash vs. natural light, candid vs. photojournalistic, discs vs. prints and all the other “buzz words” you are flooded with as you pour over photo and video websites. Also, get tips on negotiating contracts specifically with photographers and videographers to get the best value and to actually walk away with the images you want. This course is well-suited for novice planners as well as brides and grooms. Light breakfast will be served. Call 212.206.0026 or email info@nyweddingworkshop.com before January 25th to purchase tickets at the discounted price of $30!

Gifts and goodies at every event!

Visit www.nyweddingworkshop.com for more details.