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“What Makes A Woman Wife Material” with Niecy Nash (Yahoo! screen)
While reading through all the lovey dovey Valentine’s Day articles, I came across a link for Niecy Nash’s series “Let’s Talk About: Love” discussing the topic “What Makes a Woman Wife Material”. I figured…now this would be interesting. I was right! Couples planning their weddings… especially ‘Brides to be’ should check this out.
To hear men and women discussing their expectations about marriage, well… it was informative. It also included a few married people’s opinions, as well. It was not sugar coated opinions for sure. It was honest thoughts on relationships, and what it takes to make it work.
I agreed with some comments, and of course I disagreed with some comments… from the men. Shocker! Well, I encourage you all to watch it for yourselves. Couples preparing for a marriage together should see this video. It will either make you smile or frown, but it will start a conversation for sure. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. And, as always…happy planning!
Goodall Casino! 2012
Spangler Entertainment had a wonderful evening with the guests at the “Goodall Royale” casino party in Lebanon, TN. The event was held at the beautiful clubhouse of one of Goodall’s newest subdivisions - StoneBridge. The guests were able to see our flashing “Welcome to Goodall Royale” custom-designed sign as they turned into the subdivision.
The sign was placed at the entrance of the clubhouse along with 6 red uplights accentuating the pillars. As guests walked into the clubhouse, they were greeted by our two showgirls dressed in extravagant Las Vegas-style costumes with fancy feathered headdresses!
Guests then entered on red carpet with stantions through our beautifully decorated casino arch flanked on each side with oversized dice and playing cards. Placed throughout the clubhouse were 14 red LED uplights creating a colorful casino atmosphere. Projected on the carpet in front of our DJ stand was a pair of dice using our Source Four gobo projector. Our DJ – Jeremy – provided top hit music for the evening.
The casino table configuration consisted of eight Blackjack, one Craps, one Roulette, and two Poker tables. This table count worked great for the approximate 120+ people in attendance. At the end of the evening, Goodall distributed prizes and awards. It was truly a spectacular event!
Groundhog’s Day report predicts more winter:
Many brides and grooms looked on as Phil, the groundhog saw his shadow this year. Traditionally, this means there will be more winter weather ahead. Well, if the winter weather continues as it has…brides and grooms need not worry about the weather for their wedding days. It has been an unusually warm winter so far, and nobody has predicted a peak in cool weather anytime soon. So, brides and grooms… your luck may be holding out.
If your wedding is to occur within the next two months, then still take precautions. Any outdoor activities need to have backup plans. Even if cooler weather does not set in, rain is still a good possibility. Think cover, heaters, umbrellas, transportation, clothing, and décor to name a few items to be considered during cooler months.
For the sake of weddings, I do hope the weather continues to stay warm. Even though you must always consider all angles, it sure would make things easier on everybody. Good luck to you all and happy planning!
Some things you should not do right before your wedding…
In the month of January, you find many people attempting to fulfill their New Year’s resolutions. To name a few: lose weight, exercise, quit smoking, find more time for self, attend church, start dating, get on a budget, or out of debt. The list can go on and on. With an impending wedding before you, there may be a few on your list. If you have a long time to work on those resolutions, then best of luck to you. On the other hand, if you have a short period of time… let’s discuss some of those no-no’s right before your wedding.
Cutting hair: If you have an overwhelming desire for a hairstyle change right before your wedding… think about trying it POST wedding instead. What if you regret your decision? You will be looking at your wedding pictures for the rest of your life. A new hairdo is a pretty big risk.
Tanning: This is a personal choice, but if you are not a regular tanner… then something you want to avoid. The risks are burning, looking an abnormal color, and just not looking yourself. Even if you are a tanner, you may want to consider a light glow instead of anything too dark. Some brides make the mistake of tanning too much, and after looking back at their pictures realize their mistake.
Losing weight: I understand brides or grooms wanting to drop a little weight before the big day, but be careful. You don’t want your attire to no longer fit. Some last minute alterations can be made, but that is an added expense you do not need. If you have weight to lose, and you are serious about it…then give yourself plenty of time. Notify your dress shop and tux shop, so they can re-measure you before the big day. The last thing you want to happen is realize the dress or tux no longer fits…too late.
There are many plans to be made before your wedding, just make sure you think through all decisions carefully. You want to be prepared for your wedding, but not surprised. Good luck and happy planning!
Have you decided what form of entertainment to use for your reception?
Receptions are a time to celebrate, reunite with old friends and family members, enjoy wonderful food, but most importantly enjoy yourself. If you have not selected the company to help in this endeavor…then let me introduce you to Spangler Entertainment. This company knows how to make all your entertainment dreams come true!
Doug and Becky Spangler have taken their years of experience and formulated the perfect way to create a reception people will be talking about years from now. I’ve seen Spangler Entertainment’s DJ teams transform receptions from a plain old dinner into a party atmosphere. On the other hand, I’ve seen the musicians with Spangler Entertainment create such an elegant environment for ceremonies, as well as dinner hours. Whatever you’re looking for…Spangler Entertainment has got it!
If you have any questions, give them a call at 615-824-4881. Make an appointment to discuss your entertainment needs. This is one part of your planning process that is a no brainer! Happy planning! – Deanna
What do you want people to say about your wedding?
Once you have covered your starting point (discussed in last blog), there is a very important question to ask yourself before addressing the rest of your planning process. When the wedding is finished, and your guests are leaving…what do you want people to say about your wedding?
“What a romantic ceremony…that must have been a very important time for the bride and groom”.
“Now that was a dress to be remembered!”
“What a party! I had a great time at the reception!”
“This celebration was so them…it just screamed their personalities.”
“That was the best food I have ever tasted!”
“What a gorgeous cake, and it was yummy too.”
“Thank God there was an open bar!”
There are many comments made when leaving a wedding. The question you need to answer is how do you convey to your guests what is most important to the bride and groom? I always say to select 3-5 things that are the most important. Focus your budget, time and effort on those things first and foremost. Then the rest is “gravy,” as I say.
All of it is important, but this is YOUR wedding. So, make sure what is important to you is highlighted at your wedding. Happy planning!
Engaged! So, what to do next?
Some of you are newly engaged after the holidays. Congrats! The excitement has now died down a little bit and the pending question of “What to do next?” needs to be answered. Many brides and grooms do not understand how to begin the process of planning a wedding. Thankfully, there are professionals that do!
The first item to address is if you will be asking a Wedding Coordinator to assist you in planning your wedding. This is a personal choice. Some brides and grooms have the time and friends/family to take the planning of their wedding on all by themselves. Others choose to reach out for professional assistance. A little bit of advice for those of you choosing a Wedding Coordinator…
- check references or ask for a recommendation from a recently married friend/family member
- make sure you choose somebody you feel confident in their abilities
- select a Wedding Coordinator you feel comfortable with because you will be spending quite a bit of time together
The second item to address is what kind of wedding you would like to have. You will need to address this with your fiancé. Do you want a wedding in your home town, where you currently live, in a church, in Las Vegas, or a destination wedding? As you can see, there are numerous options. Before you can make any other plans, you need to know this.
The third item to address is the budget. There are not many brides and grooms with the option to go all out and not worry about the budget. Weddings are not a cheap event. Before planning the perfect wedding, you have to know your limits. This is an area that a Wedding Coordinator can really help with.
Once you have these three items dealt with, you have a great start on planning your wedding. You have a starting point. Yes, there are still many questions to answer but you have begun in a smart way that will help you in the future of your planning process. Happy planning! – Deanna
The words of an Officiate:
As you prepare for your wedding, the topic of who will marry you eventually arises. Some of you have ministers from your past or present who will give your ceremony a personal touch. Others of you will opt for a friend or family member that can be a part of your wedding in a special way. There are even some of you who will choose an Officiate for hire to make sure everything goes smoothly. No matter which way you choose to go, the person who performs your wedding ceremony should be thought through with care.
I recently spoke with an Officiate who has married more than 100 couples. I asked him about some of the issues brides and grooms should take into account when choosing an Officiate. Here are a few of the things he mentioned…
- Marriage Counseling- Many ministers require marriage counseling as a prerequisite to marry any couple, including the Officiate I spoke with. He insists on this step because he has found couples can discuss and overcome topics that can be difficult to deal with post-wedding. A bonus for these counseled couples is that in the state of Tennessee, there is a discount on the cost of a marriage certificate if you have received marriage counseling. This is a personal choice, but something to think about.
- Choose somebody with experience- The ceremony is a serious and sentimental time. Many couples tend to be nervous during their ceremony. An experienced Officiate can provide a calming effect for these couples. Officiates also need to provide a professional presence. Couples need to be able to depend on their Officiate to provide a flow to the ceremony. To insure avoiding embarrassment, choose somebody with plenty of experience.
- Venue- Some venues require specific personnel to officiate all wedding ceremonies on their site. This is a HUGE consideration when selecting your venue, as well as your Officiate.
- Cost of the Officiate- Officiates provide a service. In consideration of their time, travel expenses and effort…payment is expected. Some Officiates tell you up front what the cost of their services will be, and others allow you to give a “love offering” in the amount you see fit. However the Officiate chooses to deal with this topic, make sure everything is understood long before the day of the wedding.
As most issues with planning a wedding, choosing an Officiate is something to think through and discuss in detail. Hopefully, the Officiate I interviewed helped bring up some issues that will make your decision easier. Happy planning! – Deanna
ATTENTION: The color of 2012 has been announced!
It was recently decided by the Pantone Color Institute that Tangerine Tango will be the color of 2012. The bright red orange color is already making the circuits with the “fashionistas”. The color is said to be uplifting and look good on every skin type.
Brides…here is your chance to please those bridesmaids with a color that will look good on all of them! Talk about adding some color to your wedding! You can use this color for your bridesmaid dresses, floral, or even just as an accent along with another color of your choice. This color would definitely be something to remember!
If you have an interest in lighting, Spangler Entertainment would be happy to show you multiple options that can show off this new color in a whole new way. Happy planning!
Did your company holiday party not go so great this year?
With the holiday season upon us, we have all attended numerous parties. Some went off okay, and others were just a mess. Thankfully, we can learn from our mistakes, and let Spangler Entertainment help make the next company event something to remember!
Spangler Entertainment works with many companies throughout the year making all sorts of events extra special. You can read the feedback from some of these companies on the website, as well as the Facebook page. These companies have found how Spangler Entertainment can take their plans for any event, and make it spectacular!
Please give us a call at (615) 451-3432 and don’t let regret have anything to do with your company events again!
How do you have the wedding dress of your dreams when it is 30 degrees outside?
Winter weddings can make choosing a dress or bridesmaid dresses difficult. If you have fallen in love with a style that leaves your arms bare, then do not fret. There are ways to stay fashionable and warm at the same time.
Capes- If you are planning to be outside for any length of time, then a warm cape would be a great option for you. It will hang down long enough to give you more total coverage than some other options. You can find these with fur lining, which would be quite warm.
Wraps- If you want something easy to throw on and off throughout the day, then a wrap could work well for you. You can go with something light weight or heavier…which ever works best for you.
Boleros- If you want something more like a jacket to go along with your wedding attire, a bolero may be what you need. These can be found in all sorts of colors and fabric options. You can even find these to match your bridesmaid dresses.
Whatever choice you make, look for a lower priced item. You can find any of these items on www.ebay.com for a steal! That way, if you don’t wear the item often it will not have taken a big chunk of your budget. Happy shopping!
Yahoo article:
I came across this article on www.yahoo.com and wanted to share! I can share my opinion all day long, but I think advice from five recent brides will be even more helpful. Happy reading!
Bridal Beauty Advice from Real Brides
By SHAPE magazine | Beauty – Tue, Nov 22, 2011 4:07 PM EST
Okay, okay, we know. Every bride looks gorgeous on her big day. Yet when a bride looks back at her pictures, there always seems to be something she wishes she’d done differently. That’s why we rounded up 5 brides to reveal what they wish they would have done with their wedding look. Take their beauty advice and be regret-free!
1. Wedding wish: “I should have stayed truer to my fun, bold everyday style.” “Now that I look back on my wedding, I think I went way too traditional with my look. I have never been labeled ‘traditional’ when it came to my [personal style]. I wore my hair in a very traditional way, pulled back and curled under the veil. I love bold colors but don’t think that showed with my look. I am a wedding photographer now and most of the brides I shoot know exactly what they want! They have these great headpieces, small funky veils, hot pink shoes-just fun! They show their personality much more than I did.”
More advice: As a photographer I’d say being too tan is out. Don’t go to your wedding orange! Just be yourself. -Nicole Shilliday, 28, Centreville, VA
2. Wedding wish: “I could’ve brightened my smile more.” “I loved my wedding look! I did my own hair, and a friend did my wedding makeup. I felt like me, which was key but I could have whitened my teeth. I kind of wish I’d done that, but the [teeth whitening strips] made my teeth sore so I gave it up. My teeth look fine, but sometimes I see those gleaming white bridal smiles and wish I’d had one, too!”
More advice: Keep a curling iron in your beauty station. My hair was pretty flat by the end of the night–I wish I’d set up a quick 5-minute refresher station where my bridesmaids and I could have re-fluffed a little together. -Melissa Walker, 33, Brooklyn, NY
3. Wedding wish: “I should have worn more makeup.” “I didn’t have any help with my wedding makeup and I felt I could have used some more to make my eye shadow stand out and last longer.”
More advice: “Don’t rule out wearing a veil. I was against wearing one until my mom made me try it on. I loved it so much and I wore the veil during the ceremony and the reception.” -Kristin Burstein, 28, Las Vegas, NV
4. Wedding wish: “My hair was darker than I would have liked.” “I am a natural blonde, but recently my hair started to get a little darker, so I got highlights before the wedding. I should have noticed that I needed more highlights before the big day. No one else probably thinks twice about this, but with my hair back, I think it was too dark.”
More advice: “If you want to wear your hair up or down or however-do it. Choose what you want and feel good in, not what others think will make you happy on your big day. Practice your wedding day look and take photos of it from all angles to see what looks good.” -Bethany Lyons, 31, New York, NY
5. Wedding wish: “I should have done my own makeup.” “I had my wedding makeup professionally done and I paid way too much money for a look that wasn’t special at all! I think I should have had a makeup consultation at the mall or something so that I had some pointers that I would benefit from-not just for my wedding makeup but every day as well. I didn’t even like my lipstick color!”
More advice: “For my wedding I meant to be tanner, smaller, have whiter teeth, and blonder hair by the big day. Whoops! It turns out, you’re great just the way you are so I would say don’t stress so much about those things.” -Jen Mills, 28, Lexington, KY
To register for china or not?
When planning for married life together, the bride and groom usually create a registry. They hope this registry will assist family and friends in selecting a wedding gift. The bride and groom visit different stores to scan all the items they hope will be purchased. One item traditionally selected is china. Over time, this option has not been as important as it was to previous generations.
Some couples do not wish to even have china. They need necessary and helpful items more than fancy place settings. Since china is typically used one or two times a year, these couples would rather have something they will use more often.
An option for couples more on the sentimental side, is to request for a mother or grandmother’s china to be passed on to them. Then later they can hand down this family china to their own children. Even if only a few pieces are given to the bride and groom, they will be cherished.
For couples truly desiring china, then I have attached part of an informative article from www.TheKnot.com to assist you in your search.
Patterns
In addition to all white, there are four basic categories of china patterns:
- Floral china, as you might guess, features flowers and perhaps even fauna.
- Geometric china has strong, geometric lines and patterns.
- Banded china is white or ivory china with a gold or platinum rim. You’ll sometimes see blue or green rims too. Banded china requires hand washing.
- Oriental china, as the name implies, has an Asian flair.
Today it is absolutely acceptable, even hip, to mix patterns. An easy way to mix and match is to vary different prints or colors of the same pattern. Or blend different types of china to create a funkier look.
Place Settings
Bridal experts recommend buying 8 to 12 place settings. And while dinner parties are most successful with six to eight people, if you have a large family and plan on entertaining during holidays, you may want more.
Place settings come in either 4- or 5-piece sets. The 4-piece place setting, usually found in casual china sets, includes a dinner plate, salad/dessert plate, soup/cereal bowl, and mug. The 5-piece setting, typical of formal china, includes a dinner plate, salad/dessert plate, bread plate, and a cup and saucer.
Special Touches
To complete your china set, think about registering for a large and small platter, two to three serving bowls of various sizes, the gravy boat, a cream pitcher and sugar bowl, a teapot, some small serving dishes of various sizes and shapes, cereal bowls and/or soup bowls, and chargers (a.k.a. service, buffet, or chop plates).
Read more: Wedding Registry: China 101 – TheKnot.com http://wedding.theknot.com/online-wedding-registry/bridal-registry-tips/articles/wedding-registry-china-101.aspx#ixzz1e59PJsq2
Holiday Engagements:
It is a common occurrence to hear of couples announcing their engagements around the holidays. Some guys just love taking advantage of the festive holiday spirit when “popping the question”. Luckily, their lady loves don’t mind one little bit!
I heard a holiday engagement story recently that was quite sweet. The boyfriend presented his girlfriend with a huge teddy bear as a Christmas gift. Expecting an engagement ring, the girlfriend had a difficult time not showing her disappointment. She thanked him for the sweet gift, and turned to grab her gift to her boyfriend. After gathering herself for a quick minute, she looked up with a smile ready to present the gift. There…on bended knee, was her boyfriend with an engagement ring. He asked her to be his wife, and she happily accepted.
Not all engagements need to be grand gestures. Although, when they are…everybody remembers! I’ve been seeing commercials for a new show on television called “Mobbed”. This is definitely what I would call a grand gesture. There are hundreds of people dancing around in a choreographed number. Talk about truly unforgettable!
Well, for those of you who are recently engaged or are expecting to receive a special Christmas gift this year, congratulations! The journey towards the perfect wedding has only just begun. Spangler Entertainment would love to assist you in any way, so please feel free to contact us!
Lining up your wedding party:
Once you have selected those special people to stand with you during your wedding ceremony, you need to know how to line them up. Like most things associated with wedding planning, there are multiple ways to go about this task. There truly are no right or wrong ways to do this.
Keep some things in mind…what do you want your wedding photos to look like with your wedding party lined up? Which way best fits your taste? Do you want to be “traditional” or different?
- Height- some choose to line up their wedding party according to their height. This choice looks great for photos.
- Closeness- others choose to line up their wedding party according to how close their relationship is to the bride and groom. This choice makes the ceremony even more of an intimate moment.
- Combination- something a little different I’ve seen lately is combining the men and women on both sides of the bride and groom. A few men on the women’s side and a few women on the men’s side helps to create a more unified group. This choice is not as common, but a great choice for photos as well as being different.
Whatever you choose will be perfect for your wedding celebration! If you feel like you need assistance in making this choice, feel free to contact Spangler Entertainment. We are always willing to help make your wedding extra special! — Happy Planning – Deanna 
11-11-11:
This date is extra special to some because 11 is a prime number, powerful master number for those believing in numerology, and “lucky” for gamblers playing blackjack or craps. Many people are making their wedding day extra special by marrying on a “lucky” day, like today. There are reports that Las Vegas is overrun with people choosing to get married on this day. Supposedly, they believe the 1’s in today’s date symbolize two lives becoming one. Every marriage chapel is booked all day with people getting married on 11-11-11. Some are even going as far as to get married at 11:11am or 11:11pm. I’m not quite sure what all the hype is about, but it is interesting!
I will take the opportunity to point out that today is also Veteran’s Day, which is significant because of all the great men and women willing to put their life on the line to keep our country free. A big “thank you” to all the Veterans of this country!
How to select your wedding party?
This is not always an easy part of planning your wedding. You do not want to hurt anybody’s feelings, but you want to choose people that will support you during this process. Brides and grooms can differ in their opinions of who should stand beside them for their wedding ceremony. Be prepared to discuss the subject in detail, and be ready to compromise.
Choose people that will be there in every way for you. You do not want to select anybody that would cause drama throughout the planning process or on the actual day of your wedding. If you have doubts, discuss the pros and cons together before making a decision.
Family members should always be included, unless they are one of the above-mentioned people. You will always have your family, but some friendships will grow distant. Most people look at their wedding album five-ten years later, to discover a few people involved in their wedding party are no longer even friends. It would be a better decision to have a small wedding party of close friends and family, than a large wedding party of people you may not even communicate with five years down the road.
Once you have selected who will be in your wedding party, consider how they will stand during the ceremony. This will be our topic for discussion in the next entry. See you then! – Deanna
Spangler Entertainment offers so much more than DJ services…
Even though there are many brides that rave about the amazing DJ services provided at their receptions, Spangler Entertainment has so much more to offer!
- Live Ceremony Musicians- On the Live Musicians page of our website, you will find a list of ideas for your ceremony musicians. You can also listen to what those groupings would sound like together. You can even mix live music with recorded music…whatever you desire. Spangler Entertainment can make it happen!
- Lighting- Dance floor lights are just the beginning when creating an atmosphere for your ceremony and/or reception. Spangler Entertainment would be happy to meet with you to help you decide what lighting package would best fit your event.
- Photo Booths- To make things fun and exciting at the reception, add a photo booth! Your guests get to take home a photo memento from your wedding and your reception will be hailed as amazingly different!
- Live Music- If a reception with live music is more your style, then allow Spangler Entertainment to provide you with a band that can entertain your guests all throughout your reception. From your dinner hour, to opening the dance floor…Spangler Entertainment can set you up with the best!
- We can even offer themed events!
As you can see…there are so many options to consider when choosing entertainment for your wedding. Allow Spangler Entertainment to assist you!
Kim Kardashian’s Wedding:
If you are a fan of the E! Network like myself, then you have probably seen the Kim Kardashian Storybook Wedding episodes. They are currently re-running all over the place! I must admit I did not watch the show before the wedding, but since everything about weddings catches my attention…I had to tune in.
Kim Kardashian & Kris Humphries had quite a shindig! They had celebrity guests galore and a wedding cake that cost in the neighborhood of $15,000-$20,000. Needless to say, not many people are going to pull off a wedding like that. Since imitation is the best form of flattery, I’ll point out a few ideas from this blowout wedding that you can utilize in your own wedding.
The theme for the Kardashian/Humphries wedding was black and white. The bride, bridesmaids, and mother of the bride all wore white. Even the groom wore a white tux jacket. This theme was carried out in the wedding cake, décor, floral, etc. The look was very classic and beautiful. This can easily be implemented in your own wedding.
Kim Kardashian wore a total of three different Vera Wang dresses throughout the wedding festivities. Now most brides would not choose to go to this much trouble to make a fashion statement. I do, however see brides choosing to change into a new outfit for the reception or exit. Brides from past generations have changed to leave the reception, but more recently we see brides changing for all kinds of different reasons. You can do whatever best fits your event!
Prince William and Kate Middleton’s wedding cake inspired Kim Kardashian’s 6-foot high wedding cake. The cake was a mixture of black and white layers to go along with their theme. Celebrities are inspired to imitate those that have gone before them…so why shouldn’t you? If you would like to imitate Kim Kardashian’s wedding cake, then feel free to take a picture to your cake decorator to see what you can work out together within your budget.
Many different things can inspire your wedding planning process. Enjoy the ride and call on those that can help you put it all together. Spangler Entertainment would be happy to discuss your ideas and help make it happen! — Deanna
What time of year to get married?
Brides and grooms all over the world ask themselves this question. Many different things can impact that decision…theme for the wedding, favorite time of year, work, school, etc. In Tennessee, we luckily have four different seasons to choose from. In other areas of the country and world, the weather stays closer to two seasons…hot and not so hot or cool and freezing.
Since we are in Tennessee, let us focus on our four seasons and the benefits and obstacles for choosing that particular season.
Winter- Brides and grooms choosing a winter wedding are looking at December-February. This includes a few holidays that can make the theme for the wedding obvious. Some brides and grooms choose holiday weddings because it will work for their family traveling to celebrate not only a wedding, but a holiday as well. An obstacle this season faces is that some guests could be celebrating the holiday elsewhere.
Spring- Brides and grooms choosing a spring wedding are looking to enjoy the warmer weather in March-May before it gets too hot. An obstacle with this choice is the possibility of rain. If the event is to be held outside, make sure to have an equally desirable backup plan.
Summer- This tends to be the obvious season for many brides and grooms. Travel for guests can be easier. Even though rain still has to be a consideration for outdoor weddings, it is not as common. An obstacle with this choice is the heat. It can be quite hot is the months of June-August, so have lots of water on hand for you and your guests.
Fall- In Tennessee, the months September-November are beautiful. The leaves on the trees are all changing into wonderful shades of yellow, orange & red. An obstacle with this choice is the unpredictable weather. It can rain off & on, and the weather tends to become quite chilly. Keep this in mind when selecting your bridal gown and bridesmaid dresses!
No matter what choice is made, there are benefits and obstacles to overcome. Call Spangler Entertainment to assist in this wonderful celebration!
Time to set a budget:
For brides and grooms planning their wedding alone or with assistance, a budget is a must! There are many different ways to keep up with the budget, but one needs to be created, observed, and later taken into account when making final plans.
Brides and grooms need guidelines no matter the budget. There are deadlines for retainers and final payments. Your budget is a great place to mark these dates, as well as the amounts owed.
For the do-it-yourself bride and groom, www.theknot.com is a great place to start. There are many tools on this website, but the tool most applicable to our subject is “my budgeter”. This is a form to help track, calculate and personalize your own budget.
For the busy bride and groom who would greatly appreciate assistance, check out www.TWESA.com for a list of vendors…including consultants/event planners in the Middle Tennessee area. Contact the consultants/event planners you feel could best meet your needs. Once you have decided on a professional to help plan your wedding, allow them to assist you with your budget.
No matter which way you decide to go, be sure to make your budget an important consideration in your planning process. Happy planning! — Deanna
When is it okay to NOT use professionals when planning your wedding?
This is a question asked by many brides and grooms in the planning process. Some have friends that dabble in the business, but don’t have a lot of experience. There is hesitation on the bride and groom’s part, but they want to save money. With the market all out of control, and everybody trying to cut costs…this is seen more and more lately.
I have coordinated/directed many weddings where the bride and groom used friends of the family to perform tasks. The stress that comes along with a friend helping out in your wedding is just not worth it. From my experience, I would say there are a few safe bets and NOT so safe bets when using friends.
Photographer- this is a risk. Photographers are there to capture your wedding and reception for you to look back after many years and enjoy. This is not something you want messed up. Even if your friend has been taking pictures (as a hobby) for years, weddings are a whole new ball game!
*I would say a friend photographer would be acceptable if they have shot at least 10 weddings. Ask to see their work, just like you should request of a professional.
DJ- this is a risk. Since most brides and grooms want their reception to be remembered as a fun time, then put this event in the hands of a professional! Sound equipment is unpredictable, and professionals have experience (and back up equipment) that can really come in handy. Equipment and experience aside, the song selection provided by a professional will always outshine a friend’s collection any day! Spangler Entertainment takes it even further by providing coordination for your ceremony and/or reception that is a huge bonus.
*You could use a friend if you are only planning background music during dinner and do not plan to dance or have a long reception. There are still hesitations, but not as much experience is needed.
Catering- this is another risk. Food is a delicate issue when planning your reception. You want a catering service with an excellent reputation to be responsible for your event. Professionals come with experience that is essential when dealing with weddings. Their knowledge of preparation, set up, temperatures to keep food at, how to serve 200 guests, and clean up are just a few reasons for using a professional.
*You could use a friend if you are just planning cake & punch in the fellowship hall of your church after your ceremony. There is not much responsibility necessary in that situation.
As you can see, the reasons to use professionals far outweigh the benefit of a cheaper wedding. You plan to only get married once, so make it an event to remember! – Deanna
Post-Wedding Receptions:
Over the years, destination weddings have become a common practice. Many brides and grooms choose to get away and have their wedding and honeymoon all in one trip. Immediate family and a few close friends are invited along on this adventure. When the bride and groom return home, they get to celebrate with friends and family unable to join them on the trip. It’s not your typical reception, but usually includes all the traditional parts.
Spangler Entertainment is called on to provide assistance for many of these types of events. From the music selection to the agenda for the event, Spangler Entertainment will make it a party to remember!
It was the 3rd of September….a day I’ll always remember!
On September 3rd, I had the pleasure of working with a wonderful couple! They married out by the lake at Rock Castle in Hendersonville, TN. They celebrated the reception under a tent overlooking the lake. It was beautiful! They were lucky, and the rain did not hit until right before the end of their reception. We worked with some great vendors – the folks at Rock Castle, Grand Central Party and 8 Lavender Lane Catering – and our team – Spangler Chamber Players and our DJ’s – David Simms & Jeremy Street.
I worked with another coordinator on this event for the first time. It was a new experience for us both, but we were able to work as a team and deal with some last minute adjustments.
Thad and Nechica ended their wedding ceremony with the custom of “Jumping the Broom” and we created a custom grand entrance into their reception blending the opening line of the Temptations “Papa was a Rolling Stone” which begins “it was the 3rd of September. A day I’ll always remember”….into another great song “September” by Earth, Wind, and Fire. Nechica and Thad definitely created a celebration unique to them with the help of Spangler Entertainment.
Spangler Entertainment wishes Nechica & Thad all the best as they begin their life together!
Trends – old and new…
I found an interesting article while getting on Yahoo to check my email. The title “Bad Wedding Clichés Born From Good Ideas” by Piper Weiss, Shine Staff completely caught my attention. While reading through this article, there was a link to another article “10 Wedding Traditions More Popular Now Than Ever” by TresSugar. This article was interesting to me as well because I love to see what weddings are like now compared to years ago, when our parents were getting married.
Some “traditions” we cling to now were not commonly practiced back in the 60’s. The ten “traditions” listed are:
• Father walking bride down the aisle
• Throwing the bouquet of flowers
• Best man speeches
• Emotional first dance
• Bride and groom cutting the cake
• Signing a guest book
• Party favors
• Bouquet of flowers for mothers of bride and groom
• Group photos
• Man proposing on one knee
It is amazing to see how far we have progressed and changed in the wedding industry over the years. What is expected at weddings today has far surpassed the days of our parents and grandparent’s weddings. Thank goodness! This is why I love my career! Every bride and groom I meet are different from the previous couple, and plan on making their wedding special and unique to them.
Here’s to all of you out there planning your weddings…from “traditional” to “outside the box”. ENJOY!!!
27 Dresses – great movie —
and ain’t it the truth!
I’m not sure why over the years, brides continue to repeat the all famous “oh, this dress is so great…you’ll be able to wear it again.” No…they won’t. They’ll either put it in the back of their closet (never to be seen again) or they will donate it to Goodwill.
Thankfully, bridesmaid’s dresses have improved by leaps and bounds over the past 10 years. There are some beautiful dresses out there to choose from. If you are color specific, then do your bridesmaids a huge favor and let them select the style of the dress. This is to everyone’s benefit. They can try on different styles, and select the dress that best fits their shape and size.
One thing I’m afraid has not improved over the past 10 years is the comfort of shoes. When selecting shoes for your bridesmaids, remember you ALL will be standing (& likely dancing!) quite a lot the day of the wedding. Let your bridesmaids pick their own shoes, and if you need them to be a specific color… then tell them to keep within that color scheme.
Your bridesmaids can help you by doing their own shopping. They will also be more comfortable in their dress and shoes. If they are not, then they can’t blame you. Maybe then your bridesmaids will actually prove my theory wrong and reuse their dress and/or shoes! — Deanna
End of Summer Words of Wisdom from Deanna
This summer has been a combination of wonderful outdoor weddings. I have enjoyed every family I’ve worked with, and I’ve learned from each of them. I thought it would be fun to end this summer with the wisdom that I have gained.
- If you are planning an outdoor wedding in the summer, you have to think about a backup plan in case of rain. It still rains at the peak of the hot summer.
- You are the boss! If somebody you are working with in the planning process is not helping, but hurting…then remind them who is in charge of the event.
- Always know who is responsible for what! Never assume somebody is doing something. If you are not sure…ASK!!!
- When planning your outdoor wedding, remember how HOT it will be! Think about selecting bridesmaid dresses and suits/tuxes that do not show sweat. Or you could always think of something cool and light…I’m sure your wedding party would love you for it!
- Delegate to a select few…hired or family/friends. You should pour all your information (paperwork is also helpful) to these select few, and then sit back and enjoy your wedding!
**Spangler Entertainment would LOVE to help you with this process!**
- Deanna Williams
Congratulations, Lindsay and Sean!
This past weekend, I was fearful rain would prevail…but no it did NOT!!! I had the great pleasure to direct a lovely ceremony in the gardens at Cragfont. If you have never been to Cragfont or have not been recently, it is time for a visit! They are located outside of Gallatin, TN in Castilian Springs. Cragfont has picturesque gardens overlooking a pond with a fountain in the middle. It is a wonderful location for an outdoor wedding ceremony in the country.
The weather was surprisingly perfect for Lindsay and Sean as they joined their lives together. The bride and groom shared personal wedding vows, which added a sincere tone to an already beautiful wedding. The wedding party was an absolute joy to work with. From the adorable flower girl and ring bearer, to the hilarious groomsmen…I truly enjoyed myself! — Deanna
Thanks to Meropi with By Heart and Hand Photography for this great picture of Sean and Lindsay’s big day!
Our friends at Grand Central Party have added a new location!
I had the opportunity recently to visit the latest addition to the Grand Central Party family — their location at 1006 Flagpole Ct., Suite 103, Brentwood (right down Mallory Lane from Cool Springs Mall)! What a great new location convenient to brides on the south side of Nashville.
Mikasha Clark showed me around their new location. Mikasha works there with Branch Manager – Miranda Baggott. They have a beautiful showroom where you can check out lines, table setting options, draping, lounge furniture and more! Give them a call to set up an appointment to talk about what they can offer for your next event — 615-915-0369.
Congratulations to Jennifer & Jonathan!
This past weekend, I had the pleasure of coordinating a wedding ceremony at Belle Meade Plantation. If you were in Nashville on Saturday, then you witnessed the “not so lovely” weather we had. I was quite worried the rain would steal an outdoor wedding ceremony from my bride & groom.
Luckily, the rain held off long enough for them to enjoy a beautiful ceremony in the gardens. The ceremony’s décor was the garden itself and it did not disappoint. It was nature at its finest! Thank you, Kevin and Belle Meade Plantation for all your help getting the chairs cleaned off for the ceremony. – Deanna – Spangler Entertainment Wedding Director
Guess who’s coming for dinner?!
Attention concerned brides & grooms: Are you still waiting for guests to RSVP? If your wedding day if quickly approaching and you need a final count, then it is time to get the ball rolling! No matter if you are serving a buffet style reception or a plated meal, it is always helpful to know how many of your guests are planning to attend your wedding.
Plan on about 10% of your guests not attending, but understand holidays and many other events can play into that number. You can call or email your guests about 2-3 weeks before your big day to encourage their RSVP. In this day and age, people are not offended by your second attempt at communication. By this time, your invitation has been in their possession for a few weeks. They may be embarrassed, but you will get the answer to your RSVP and that was your goal!
Good luck with your guest communication! — Deanna
Customize your wedding plans!
This past week I had the pleasure to sit down with a couple planning their ceremony & reception with Spangler Entertainment. I will be coordinating/directing their ceremony and our awesome DJ, Landon will be the emcee for the event.
It was quite an enjoyable planning meeting because of the couple’s ideas for their wedding. They are truly planning an event all about them, and I LOVE it! I believe a wedding is a celebration of the couple’s relationship and therefore, should showcase their specific tastes. From song selections, to how the wedding party enter the ceremony…it should be all about them. The couple I met with did not disappoint! Their wedding will be one to remember!
Spangler Entertainment is always willing to make your special day EXTRA special by meeting with you, and customizing your event for you. Call to schedule an appointment! — Deanna
Some last minute tips from Deanna….
If you are nearing the end of your wedding planning process, then congratulations! I’m sure you have been busy since the day you told your fiancé, “YES! I will marry you.” Here at the end, there are some important last minute details that often get overlooked. Let’s go ahead and address those.
- Who is helping you line up and send people down the aisle during your rehearsal and ceremony?
- Who is decorating your ceremony and reception sites?
- Who is pinning on boutonnières and corsages?
- Where will you put your special items for the ceremony and reception? And who will be in charge of putting those items where they need to go?
- Who will pick up those special items after the wedding is over?
- Who will be cleaning up your ceremony and reception sites?
- Do you have a “day before and/or day of” timeline?
- Are all your vendors’ drop off and/or pick up times included in that timeline?
- Do you have a contact person and phone number (preferably cellular) for each of your vendors for the “day of” drop offs and/or pick ups?
- Do you have one contact person for all your vendors to communicate with the day of your wedding… besides you?
These are only a handful of issues that arise the closer your wedding day approaches. Hopefully, you have thought ahead and can answer each of these questions without a problem. If not, then consider reaching out for help. Spangler Entertainment can help you think ahead!
In your consultations, you will go over many details for your wedding ceremony and/or reception. I am the Wedding Coordinator/Director for Spangler Entertainment, and I will be happy to assist you in the last minute details. We can sit down and make sure all these areas are covered by a trusted friend, family member or hired help.
Happy planning and give us a call if you find yourself needing assistance!
A Lesson from Hollywood!
Over the holiday weekend, I had the pleasure of seeing a movie that I had not seen in quite a while. “Father of the Bride” is a humorous tale of a family’s journey from engagement through to the wedding day set in the 1990’s. There are many moments captured in this movie that I think would bring a smile to the face of people in the process of planning their own wedding.
This movie showcases the hardships, financial strain, joining two different families, and the joy of two people finding their happily ever after. There were a few things that stood out in this movie that I must comment on.
The Banks family chooses to use an eccentric wedding coordinator that pushes the word “budget” to a whole new level. I wouldn’t recommend anybody having that kind of relationship with their coordinator. Your budget should be firm from the beginning, and you should be confident in and comfortable with your coordinator. It is a very important relationship! The father also did not have an understanding of the bride’s vision for the wedding. I believe that was a big mistake! Whoever is going to contribute to the planning process, should understand the bride & groom’s vision for the wedding. Then the rest of the process is trying to make that all come to life! There were a few traditional processes mentioned in the movie that I rarely see anymore. Of course, as I’ve said in the past…the word “traditional” is very flexible these days.
I encourage you to watch this movie. If you need a good laugh, cry or maybe just to feel the comfort of knowing you’re not alone in your struggles…then this is the perfect movie for you! – Deanna, Wedding Director for Spangler Entertainment
Aisle Runners
…for some, these two words present an elegant touch to the ceremony indoors or outdoors. For others, including myself…these two words make us cringe! When aisle runners are used in an outdoor ceremony, there’s the fear of “lift off”… thanks to the wind. When aisle runners are used in an indoor ceremony, there’s the fear of twisting or sliding whenever the bride walks down the aisle in her gown.
For many years, people have been finding ways to spruce up their aisles with fabric and a thick paper-like material. When presented with numerous ideas for decorating for the ceremony, the idea of an aisle runner is always thrown in as an option. Most people don’t even imagine all the strife it can cause during the ceremony.
Another WONDERFUL option is to use flower petals! Some people worry that they will be affected by the wind too, but they are not impacted nearly as much as an aisle runner. They may move around a little bit, but guests will not notice. The goal is to always accentuate, and not have anything distract from this very special event. – Deanna Williams – Ceremony Director
Trends and Traditions
There are many different special events wrapped up in your ceremony & reception. There are also many different ways to interpret those special events. From your prelude music all the way to the exit from your reception, each step can be tailored to your tastes. Spangler Entertainment prides itself on working with each bride & groom to make their day all about them!
“Traditional” has become a very flexible word these days. I often hear of new & different ways to change up older traditional favorites. One couple I am working with plans to use their “unity candle” time in the ceremony, as a time to sign their marriage certificate in front of their friends and family. I thought this was a wonderful way to show their two families joining, without doing the typical Unity Candle. Another option that has been used for quite some time is the Sand Ceremony. These are both great options for outdoor ceremonies when wind can make lighting candles difficult.
If there is a part of your wedding ceremony or reception that you hope to make extra special and new, or if you are a lover of the older traditional styles, Spangler Entertainment is eager to work with you!
The Bride and Father Dance
In honor of Father’s Day, I’m going to address the famous Bride & Father Dance. This dance is special for the bride, as well as the father of the bride. “Daddy’s little girl” has now officially moved on to a married woman, and this is a form of a bittersweet sendoff.
Sadly, not all brides father’s are still with us at the time of the wedding. If this is the case, there are still ways to honor the bride’s father at the reception. Photo montages are always a great idea! They can be presented with Father/Daughter songs at a specific time in the reception.
There are numerous songs that Spangler Entertainment can provide as ideas if you are not sure which song is the perfect Father/Daughter Dance song. There are also many different ways to change up this dance in your reception. Spangler Entertainment will be happy to go over all of those ideas during your Reception planning meeting.
Spotlight Wedding – Neena & James Bilbo
I had the pleasure of working with a lovely couple this past weekend at the Vanderbilt Legends Club in Franklin, TN. Neena and James Bilbo were married in the pavilion with the reception following in the clubhouse. It was a super hot day, but the fans in the pavilion along with a small attached air-conditioned room helped create a comfortable environment. The view was absolutely beautiful!
Neena and James’ family and friends were a delight to work with! Everybody was eager to do whatever needed to be done to make this day special for Neena and James. They laughed, danced… literally down the aisle, and had an all around great time! So, it goes without saying that I had a wonderful time working with all of them and so enjoyed the time I spent with the wedding party.
A special thank you to all my ushers! Stephen, David, Peter & Scott…you rocked! You took the heat longer than anybody with no complaint. You always greeted me with a smile and were so flexible. It was a pleasure to work with each of you!
Building a Team of Vendors
When preparing for your wedding day, help things go more smoothly by creating an environment of teamwork between your vendors. Give all your vendors each other’s names and phone numbers. Let them all know your schedule for the day, such as when vendors are to arrive and how long they will stay at your event.
Many vendors have worked with each other numerous times over the years, but sometimes you will introduce new vendors. Help make this introduction easier by supporting everybody with information. When everybody is on the same page, it helps you to address many issues ahead of time. And, Spangler Entertainment helps you do just that – by contacting your vendors for you to share your reception plans thereby lessening stress on your big day! – Deanna Williams
Outdoor Weddings
This summer is full of outdoor ceremonies & receptions all over Middle Tennessee. Something Brides & Grooms need to keep in mind while planning their outdoor ceremony is the timeline. For some reason, guests show up earlier at an outdoor wedding than an indoor wedding. I’m not sure why this occurs, but it happens at every ceremony I coordinate! I have started having the ushers ready to seat guests about 10 minutes before the traditional prelude start time. This helps early guests know where they are to go, and it’s better to direct these guests than to allow them to wander!
When taking into account these early guests, ask your photographer to complete all outdoor photos 15-30 minutes before the start of the Prelude music. This will prevent the guests from viewing the Bride & any of the Wedding Party before the ceremony. The entire Wedding Party should have a secluded area to wait before the entrance. Being in this location at the designated time will allow guests to enter (early or on time), and give the Wedding Party a chance to cool off. No matter what the issue, a timeline is always a benefit to a successful ceremony!
Deanna, Weddding Director – Spangler Entertainment
Tips on choosing Music for your
Wedding Reception
If you’re planning a wedding, you know how many different things there are to think about and choosing music is a major one. Whether you’re hiring a band or DJ you will need to think about the following moments: First Dance, Bride and Father Dance, Groom and Mother Dance, Cake Cutting, Bouquet Toss, and Garter Toss.
To get some ideas for songs, look at the top picks for this year:
Rockin’ Entrance Song
Get the party started right with Pink’s “Raise Your Glass” or
Black Eyed Peas’ “I Gotta Feeling”
Kissable First Dances
Jack Johnson – “Better Together”
Bruno Mars – “Just the Way You Are”
Miranda Cosgrove – “Kissing You”
Train – “Hey Soul Sister”
Etta James or Elvis Presley
Dave Matthews Band – “You & Me”
We usually suggest picking songs that you and your guests will enjoy dancing to. As part of our pre-planning meeting (about a month before your date) we will include discussion of music and how to pick music that will match the style reception that you are dreaming of.
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Benefits of a Jukebox
A great way to provide entertainment for your guests, but still stay within a certain price range, is to rent a Jukebox instead of band or DJ. Many party planners are turning to iPods as their entertainment of choice, but they have major disadvantages; for parties and weddings, iPods lack the interactive edge most brides/grooms and party planners are looking for.
A Digital Jukebox offers a low-cost DJ alternative, but features many of the same great benefits of having a disc jockey at the event. This full-featured software was designed especially for party rental and a Jukebox is designed to be as easy to use as possible. You pick songs you want to us to load from our extensive library and guest will love being able to select songs through touchscreen technology. For more information please call us today!
Spangler Entertainment
The Special Event in Phoenix
I had an absolutely terrific week at The Special Event conference in Phoenix! I learned many new ways to improve our services for our corporate and wedding clients. I had the opportunity to meet and talk with some of the nation’s top event professionals The vendors in the exhibit hall showed us the latest and greatest in event design and entertainment production. I even ran into top Nashville vendors including Amanda, Beth, and Jo - owners of Graceful Tables. I can’t wait to implement these new products and ideas into Spangler Entertainment. To give our clients the absolute best in service and products, it is essential that we continue to educate ourselves and our staff. — Doug Spangler, President
“Should I get a photo booth for my wedding, corporate event, or party?”
Well, it’s a great way to entertain your wedding or party guests. A photo booth will have them laughing, bringing back memories, acting like a kid again, and just having fun. It makes a unique wedding favor keepsake for your guests. As an entertainment company, we’ve noticed it’s a great gift because guests can bring it home put it on their refrigerator, facebook, or in their favorite photo albums. Every time they look back at that picture, guests will remember your wedding or event.
We offer some of the top trends – Photo Booths, Photo Factory, Flip books, and our newest economical option – Open Air Photo Booth! 
The Photo Factory allows you to create a custom border around 4 x 6 souvenir picture and we can use green screen technology putting your guests anywhere in the world.
Flip books are a new trend instead of taking just a few pictures we can capture a few second video and then guests get a book, which they flip and it shows their video in action. It’s something different, not everyone’s doing it, and guests have a blast making their flip books.
All you have to do is call us today and we can set up a fun photo option for your next special event.
Spangler Entertainment
Casino Parties
Having a themed party or corporate event is a great way to get your guests involved in the festivities. A casino party is sure to be enjoyed by all and you can bring the fun of Las Vegas to your town. We offer blackjack, poker, money wheel, slot machines, craps and roulette tables along with play money and the greatest dealers in the south.
Below are ways to make a big impression with your casino party:
Invitations – The invitations for your casino theme party are the first thing your guests will see so you want them to make an impression. You should carry out your theme; some fun ideas include: invitations that look like oversized playing cards, poker chips sent in a small box with party info on each one; and invitations that resemble postcards from Las Vegas.
Background Music – Add a DJ or Digital Jukebox to play popular music from the early days of Las Vegas including Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Make sure that the music is loud enough that people can hear, but not too loud that they have to talk over the music.
Lighting- Gives you the effect of shows, casinos, and clubs — what Las Vegas is known for. For fun you could do a gobo that uses the Las Vegas logo or the party theme.
Decorations – Similar to Las Vegas, you may choose for your decorations to be simple and elegant or completely over the top. It is totally up to you! Draping and large props are a great way to decorate a room, while making a statement. Some examples are red carpet entrances and large props. Hang oversized playing cards with various colors of uplighting to highlight the room. Label each table with a different casino name. Have fun!
Attire- Ask your guests to wear cocktail attire, similar to how everyone dressed in Las Vegas in early years. It will get your guests excited and into the party theme even before arriving at your party. Be sure to mention attire on your invitations, whether it’s casual or dressy.
For more information on planning a casino party or renting décor, tables or lighting please contact us!
Spangler Entertainment
Weddings the Bridal Show
We had a great time at the Nashville Bridal Show on January 16th. We got to meet many brides and grooms and visited with many great vendors. We spent a bit on time on stage energizing the crowd before the fashion show. Just in case you missed it, here’s a peak at some of the excitement. Look closely and you’ll see our own emcee – David Hendricks on stage!
We’ll keep you posted on some other upcoming shows that you won’t want to miss.
Unique Grand Entrance
This past weekend we had the honor of providing music for Jeremy Rodriguez and Avonel Houck’s reception. Jeremy, a former DJ himself, planned a special grand entrance where we played special music for each grouping of parents, wedding party etc. as they entered. Then, just prior to Avonel’s entrance, Jeremy and one of his groomsmen performed a rap making this grand entrance what they had always dreamed of!
We really enjoyed working with Jeremy and Avonel on making their day unique and special. One Eleven was transformed into a beautiful space and PhotoBooth Nashville was on hand to provide even more fun!
Favorite Trends for 2011
Who wants the best day of their lives to end? Not couples and guests in 2011, that’s for sure! One of the top wedding trends for this year is a post-reception party for your out of town guests, family and friends. Most couples hire a DJ, so guests can dance and have fun into the wee hours of the night! Something great about our company, is that our service and quality are so superior to other Nashville DJ companies that we guarantee your satisfaction with our performance.
Lighting is another great way to change a space, so your post-reception party has that unique but modern, laid back lounge feel. Lighting enhances the important elements of your event, while providing energy for the guests at your event. Some very popular lighting designs are gobos, spotlighting cakes, and centerpieces, up-lighting in various colors to match your wedding color scheme. If you are interested we offer advice and ideas for lighting, so please contact us to discuss lighting or a DJ option for your special day.
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When searching for the perfect vendors:
I know it can be a little overwhelming when trying to choose the perfect vendors for your special day. The Premier Bride bridal show we participated in this past week is one way to find great vendors. To narrow it down even more, take your favorite vendors and check out their website. See what organizations, accreditations, certifications, and other media networking websites they may be on. One example of an accredited organization to keep your eye out for is TWESA (Tennessee Wedding and Event Specialist Association). So you ask yourself why hire a TWESA professional? Well, every member must meet certain criteria to attain membership. They also have a track record, since they are required have been in business for at least a year before they become a regular member. It’s very important I think for each bride to attend at least 1 bridal show throughout your planning process to collect ideas and meet vendors face-to-face. Here are some quotes from some accredited TWESA members about the 2011 Premier Bride bridal show letting Angie Commons (the President of TWESA) know how great the experience was for them and the brides:
Our very own Doug Spangler~Spangler Entertainment, “It was undoubtedly the best show in years! We signed at the show, and have been having more bookings this week. Great Show!!”
~Jay Qualls from Maples Wedding Cakes and TLC’s The Next Great Baker, “I had a blast! It was great seeing everyone!” Their booth went through 4000 of their signature cake shots!
~Caprice Palmer from Enchanted Florist put together a gorgeous booth and left with 8 appointments to meet with interested brides.
~Mary Weary from Menu Makers Catering, “UNBELIEVABLE! What a show! We set so many tasting up and are so happy! We feel that the show was a huge success!”
~Grand Avenue Limousine Services, “You told us the show was amazing and we believe you now! We could not get over the number of brides we met with. We collected over 400 names for our giveaway and are so looking forward to your next show!”
If you have any questions or need more information about vendors, please contact us. We would be more than happy to give you some references. We look forward to working with you!
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Shelby’s Sweet 16 was a blast! Here’s a sneak peak — she had Spangler Entertainment’s DJs, Dancefloor Lighting, Decor Lighting, Live Video Feed, Photo Booth, Grand Entrance and more!!
Lots of excitement planned for 2011!! We are pleased to have DJ/Emcee – David Simms – join our Spangler Entertainment
office staff this year.
Make sure to come see Spangler Entertainment at the Clarksville Bridal Show this Sunday 1/9 at APSU and next Sunday 1/16 at the Bridal Show at the Nashville Convention Center! Give us a call – 451-3432! We have free tickets for the Nashville Show!!
WOW! Check out this super cool video “trailer” from Mallory Allison and Aaron Tant’s reception. The amazing videography work was created by Danielle with Turning Point Productions — www.turningpointproductions.com
Spangler Entertainment provided ceremony musicians, and interactive DJs for this super fun reception! Zach and Jody Gray were the photographers for their special day and do a fabulous job (+ they are fun to work with !) Check out their work!! www.grayphotograph.com
We always have so much fun working with Angela Proffitt (www.elegantweddingsbyangela.com)! For Samantha Rossi’s special day, our emcee – David Simms played music for her ceremony and then rocked out the crowd between band breaks and for her special events! Check out some dance floor highlights!
Here are some pictures of a July wedding of a good friend – Allison Erkman! Rains passed through early and left a gorgeous evening. Our DJ’s did a great job and we loved working with the folks at Riverwood Mansion and with Shannon Hairr Photography. Here are a couple of pics that Shannon shared with us. Congrats to Mr. and Mrs. Mueller!!
Last weekend we had the joy of participating in Donnie and Amanda Roach’s ceremony and reception at First United Methodist in Murfreesboro. Donnie and Amanda selected Spangler Entertainment’s ceremony duo – guitar and violin – to supplement the music provided by the church organist. The coordinator at the church – Ann – was a dream to work with.
We also had the pleasure of working the reception with Ace Photography. Arline, Doug and crew provide such great services and are great to work with. Donnie and Amanda enjoyed music and dancing led by our emcee Justin Thomas with DJ’s Dana and Sheerene. The reception took place in the multipurpose room of the church so they had lovely decor from Stewart’s to transform the space. They selected Spangler Entertainment’s purple-hued uplighting package as well as their “name in lights” to further enhance the transformation.
We really enjoyed working with the great staff at Embassy Suites Murfreesboro for the FDI conference this past weekend. Jennifer Crafton and her staff are always so professional and focused on their customers! It was a challenge in helping produce this event with the many different aspects of entertainment and decor.
Click here for highlights of the event
Spangler Entertainment is looking forward to participating in the Franklin Bridal Ball on September 26th & we hope you will join us. Check out the link below to learn more details about this exciting event!