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Event Site Review: Pelican Lakes, Windsor CO

7/31/2014

The My Big Day team recently interviewed Taylor with Pelican Lakes and Water Valley, Windsor's event center, wedding site and golf course.

Whether you picture an indoor or outdoor reception Pelican Lakes can accommodate your dream. Looking for a beach wedding in the mountains? The two are hard to find, but there is a sandy beach and small island, suitable for wedding vows in front of your guests (up to 180 people).

While some brides look for venues offering a DIY option, Pelican Lakes truly is a full-service option for brides who don't want to worry about juggling multiple vendors and contracts. All catering, bar, tables, chairs, and service staff are offered with their event package. While you may pay a little more up front, a full-service event package helps make your day stress-free. As event planners, the My Big Day team appreciate brides who hire us when booking with Pelican Lakes, as we are able to focus on the larger details and pampering our clients vs. setting up tables, chairs, lines, etc.

For corporate, company, or family events, the Water Valley Banquet Room is flexible, and offers some of the best views in Northern Colorado!

Not only is the event space kept very clean, the decor is a mountain/rustic theme, which appeals to most Coloradoans.

For more information about events at Pelican Lakes or the Water Valley Banquet space in Windsor, CO, visit their website HERE.

Events and Party Ideas on Pinterest

7/28/2014

Are you obsessed with Pinterest like we are?
The My Big Day team has TONS of fun party ideas on our joint Pinterest page!
Check out and 'follow' fun boards like "Party Appetizers" "Anniversary Parties" "Girls Night" Party Invitations" "80's Party" "Retirement Party" "Movie Themed Weddings" and more!!!!

SLOSHBALL is just ONE WEEK away!

7/24/2014

Don’t forget that Sloshball is just 1 week away!
You can put together your own team, or we’ll do it for you. Tickets can be purchased online: CLICK HERE

2014 Tournament Info:
Date: August 2nd, 2014
Place: Loveland Sports Park 950 N Boyd Lake Ave, Loveland, CO 80538
Time: Kick-off is at 2pm (arrive early)
Fee: $25 per person (covers kegs, equipment, liquor license, shelter rental, and park rental)

2014 Theme: "WWS” (World Wide Sloshball)

My Big Day Wedding: Bruce & Sherry

7/19/2014

The setting was perfect for this couple's country ranch themed wedding...
Bruce and Sherry got hitched at Ellis Ranch in Loveland. My Big Day was honored to be selected as the wedding planners for this fun day!
Bruce and Sherry were surrounded with love every moment of their Big Day. From the horse drawn carriage, to the photo booth, to the wagon used as a gift table... the little touches made all the difference!

Below are all the vendors in addition to My Big Day that made this beautiful wedding possible.

Ceremony: Ellis Ranch, Loveland CO
Reception: Ellis Ranch, Loveland
DJ: Trebled Entertainment
Photography: Lowercase Imaging
Florist: Marioposa Flowers
Videography: Elevation Pictures
Cake: Batter Up Cakes

Sloshball DD's

7/12/2014

My Big Day event participants are safe party people!
And to help them stay safe and party smart, we consistently offer recommendations for local transportation services to help people get to and from their destination without having to worry about drinking and driving.

My Big Day's summer Sloshball event is a huge hit with Northern Coloradoans. While we like to 'throw them back on the field,' and 'kick them out of the park'... we don't like to foul out by getting behind the wheel sloshed!

As Northern Colorado grows, we have more services to choose from! Below are the companies that My Big Day has worked with and recommend for your next night out!

NoCo Short Bus Tours is partnering with My Big Day again to offer an incredible Sloshball deal. For groups traveling to the same area, NoCo Short Bus will only charge $10 per person- round trip to get you to and from home plate safely!

Contact Mechelle to arrange your ride!
(720) 515-0151

You can choose from taxis, limos, a personal driver, a traditional car service, or a short bus!

Trunk Drivers

NoCo Executive Comfort

Noco Short Bus Tours

Sapphire Car Service

Shamrock Yellow Cab

***Sloshball Tickets are on sale NOW!***
Purchase HERE

Event Site Review: Party Island

7/11/2014

Recently My Big Day visited Party Island in Fort Collins to learn more about their event spaces for our clients. Kelly Benedict gave us a fantastic tour!

With 3 different event spaces to pick from, up to a 400 person capacity, Party Island can be the perfect space for your next event, no matter what the occasion!

My Big Day often finds that some of our clients specifically seek out venues where you can choose your own caterer. Party Island does offer a preferred caterer list, but you can also 'pick your own!'

Their packages include something for everyone: a boat ride for you and your guests to/from the island, grills, fire pits, volleyball, water trampolines, canoes, slushie machines, stereo system, horseshoes, paddle boats and MORE!

My Big Day loves and original event venue... and Party Island is most certainly that! A tropical island in the middle of Colorado is certainly rare.

Contact Kelly at Party Island for more information:
islandpromotionevents@gmail.com

Colorado Sloshball Tickets are Now ON SALE!

7/8/2014

2014 Tournament Info:

Date: August 2nd, 2014
Place: Loveland Sports Park 950 N Boyd Lake Ave, Loveland, CO 80538
Time: Kick-off is at 2pm (arrive early)
Fee: $25 per person (covers kegs, equipment, liquor license, shelter rental, and park rental)

2014 Theme: "WWS” (World Wide Sloshball)

More information: CLICK HERE

Sloshball Tickets are now ON SALE!

Purchase a ticket for yourself…
or reserve an entire team!

Teams can be 10-15 people.
If you don’t have a team put together, we can put you on a team, no problem!

PURCHASE TICKETS

Event Site Review: Zoe's Cafe, Greeley CO

7/7/2014

Recently My Big Day visited Zoe's cafe in Greeley to learn more about their event space for our clients. Ben Fusco, the Director of Events gave us a fantastic tour!

With 3 different event spaces to pick from, an ideal soda bar, a stage perfect for a band or DJ, and with a 256 person capacity, Zoe's can be the perfect space for your next event, no matter what the occasion!

My Big Day often finds that some of our clients specifically seek out venues where you can choose your own caterer, and bring your own alcohol. Zoe's is one of the rare venues that allows both. Their basic package includes 2 bartenders, and security. Beer and wine can be provided by you! They don't enforce a preferred vendor list, so you can feel free to chose vendors of your liking.

In our opinion, the rental rate is extremely affordable, and the space is extremely flexible! My Big Day has assisted with a wedding at this location, and the staff was very accommodating. If you are researching venues for your next birthday party, holiday party, charity event, company event, shower or wedding, we highly recommend Zoe's Cafe in Greeley, CO!

My Big Day Events: 4th of July Umbrella Drill Team

7/4/2014

The My Big Day girls danced in the downtown Fort Collins 4th of July Parade.
Thanks to all who came out to support us!

And a special thanks to Sweet Pea Boutique, for our hand-made bow-ties!

How to Host a Great Sorority Social

7/1/2014

by Brooke Zeller, My Big Day

Let’s be real, most girls join a sorority to meet new people. Socials are a fun and unique way to meet other greek life members, so obviously for most sororities, socials are high on the list of important events. Coming up with social themes that haven’t been overdone or wore out can be a huge challenge. My Big Day has come up with a list of 5 sorority social themes to help your planning process run a little more smoothly.

1.    80’s Workout- Sure, we’ve all been to 80’s parties before, but this is an 80’s party with a twist…literally. Break out your neon leotards and scrunchies and put in an old VHS workout DVD. Not only will this fulfill your social goals, but it will boost your physical ones as well.

2.    Mad Hatter- Show off your favorite (or most ridiculous) hat by hosting an Alice in Wonderland tea party. Everyone can munch on pastel colored mini cakes and tea while entering contests like tallest hat, best hat, and ugliest hat.

3.    Geeks and Gangsters- See who can count cards the best and make the most monopoly money with a casino themed social in which everyone has to dress as either a geek or a gangster. Set up a couple tables including Blackjack and Texas Hold ‘Em so people have several options to choose from.

4.    Pajama Jam- This is a great social idea for finals or midterms because it’s comfortable and easy going. Wear your favorite pajamas and watch the latest blockbuster while cuddling up with popcorn and pillows.

5.    Draft A Date- Put a spin on the classic date dash in which sororities have a certain amount of time to find a date by making it an army themed party. The more camouflage, the better!

By putting a little twist on classic party themes, your socials can feel fresh and creative!

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