Take it from us, your professional event planners - we never work an event without having an emergency checklist! Even the best plans can fall short and the most experienced event planners can stymied by unforeseen circumstances. Having an emergency checklist and the right supplies on hand can allow you to handle anything that comes your way. Things that move but weren't supposed to: Duct tape fixes everything, right? That's almost true! Having a variety of tape, depending on the situation, is essential. Clear tape, gaffer tape, clothing tape, removable adhesive strips and double sided tape are important tools for fixing things that should be immobile. Sewing kits, safety pins, zip ties, locks and other theft-prevention measures fall into this category as well. Things that don't move but were supposed to: Now it's time to introduce duct tape's other half - WD40! A lubricating spray can be helpful for loud doors, removing sticky things and more. Scissors and wire snips are essential tools as well. An extra cake knife / serving utensils may also be helpful. Climate control: Is the event outside? If so, bug spray and sunscreen are a must. Anti-itch cream and antihistamines for those bites that inevitably happen can also save the day. An ice cold airconditioned event hall? Toe warmers under the table cloth may be needed. Look your best: In the case of a wedding, photo shoot or keynote speaker, appearance matters. Stain stick, oil absorbing sheets, static guard and a lint roller are important tools to make sure that your clients (and you!) be camera ready. Power it up: Extension cords, power strips, batteries, extra charging cables - we've all seen the situation where the cord just isn't long enough. Having additional supplies to provide power will never do you wrong. Additionally, think about what you would need if the power goes out completely - flashlights, lighters and candles. Mobile office: Permanent markers, pens, highlighters, extra paper, paper clips and binder clips, rubber bands, etc. If you're planning an event with registration or that will take payment, throw in extra money envelopes and receipt paper as well. Extra name tags and acrylic sign holders are also life savers. Safety and wellness: A couple of snacks (remember food allergies) and bottles of water are critical when there's no time for lunch. Basic first aid supplies and pain relief will also keep you and your guests going. Cotton swabs and tweezers have a variety of purposes, and a basic tool kit to hammer in a wayward nail or bend a protruding wire will serve you well. Rubber gloves and trash bags can also help contain messes safely. Example packing list:
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We love this video from our Breckenridge wedding - by Elegant Productions
Wedding Professionals: Venue - High Country Lodge, breckskiranch.com Reception Venue - Tents and Events, http://www.tentsandevents.com/ Event Planners - My Big Day http://www.mybigdaycompany.com/ Photographer: Meigan Canfield Photography - http://meiganphoto.com/ Florist - Petal and Bean, http://petalandbean.com/ Makeup - Blush (joy petty) Hair - Nicole Wyckoff, http://www.havensalonfrisco.com/p/about-us.html Desert - Mary’s Mountain Cookies, http://www.breckenridgecookies.com/ Caterer - Basic Kneads Pizza, http://basickneadspizza.com/ Bartending - Epoch Bartending, https://www.thumbtack.com/co/dillon/food-services/bartending-services Officiant - Rocky Mountain Dream Weddings, http://www.rockymountaindreamweddings.com/, (Julie Wright-Kile) DJ - Elite DJ (Jordard), http://myelitedj.com/ Videographer - Elegant Productions, http://www.elegantproductionscolorado.com/ My BIG Day, LLC "Dream Big, Live Big. For Life's Events" O) 970-613-1455 or C) 303-886-3068 Email: click here Website: MyBigDayCompany.com We love hosting holiday parties for our corporate clients! This party was so much fun! We planned a murder mystery dinner at the Budweiser Event Center in Loveland, CO. With over 200 in attendance, the gift giving and prizes were so much fun to be a part of! The entertainment made it a fun experience for all. My BIG Day, LLC
"Dream Big, Live Big. For Life's Events" O) 970-613-1455 or C) 303-886-3068 Email: click here Website: MyBigDayCompany.com When the holidays draw near, do you feel the need to reach for a beer? The relatives are in town, and you are putting in your time with the family... Well, spike that egg nog, Sparky, grab your favorite glass moose mug, and play My Big Day's "Christmas Vacation Drinking Game!" What you will need for this game: beer, eggnog, wine, or your drink of choice, a santa hat & a single shot of your choice (perhaps a lime jello shot topped with cat food).
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www.MyBigDayCompany.com 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 EMAIL US Event Planners Serving: Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Windsor, Estes Park, Longmont, Greeley For most of us, this time of year is the time we reflect on how grateful we are to be alive, healthy, surrounded by family, etc. Most of us have a lot to be thankful for. As such, it has always been important to us to give to others. We donate to many charities throughout the year, fundraise through some of our events, and consciously give clothing to homeless shelters and women's housing. At Christmas time we like to make up a handful of 'Blessing Bags' and keep them in our car. When we see a homeless person on the side of the road, we can easily hand the a blessing bag that contains many of the items folks need who don't have a place to call home. Below is our list of items we like to include in our Blessing Bags: My Big Day Company LLC
www.MyBigDayCompany.com 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 EMAIL US Event Planners Serving: Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Windsor, Estes Park, Longmont, Greeley Jamie & Elliott are arguably one of the sweetest couples that My Big Day has had the pleasure of working with! Their big day was relaxed, planned, and organized, and it allowed them to focus on this special time with their friends and family. A lot of Jamie & Elliott’s love story has taken place in the mountains of Colorado, so it was appropriate that they got to celebrate their love at a beautiful property in Breckenridge. The gorgeous fall foliage provided a stunning background for the ceremony, and the light snow-fall throughout the afternoon offered a sparkly touch to it all. The afternoon ceremony was followed by a generous cocktail hour with special Colorado brews hand-picked by the bride and groom. Dinner was provided by a wood-fired pizza truck, Basic Kneads Pizza, with smores and cookies for dessert. There was dancing, love, and laughter throughout the personalized party, and our My Big Day team was excited to be a part of it all! Wedding Professionals: Venue - High Country Lodge, breckskiranch.com Rentals -Tents and Events, http://www.tentsandevents.com/ Event Planners - My Big Day http://www.mybigdaycompany.com/ Florist - Petal and Bean, http://petalandbean.com/ Makeup - Blush (joy petty) Hair - Nicole Wyckoff, http://www.havensalonfrisco.com/p/about-us.html Desert - Mary’s Mountain Cookies, http://www.breckenridgecookies.com/ Caterer - Basic Kneads Pizza, http://basickneadspizza.com/ Bartending - Epoch Bartending, https://www.thumbtack.com/co/dillon/food-services/bartending-services Officiant - Rocky Mountain Dream Weddings, http://www.rockymountaindreamweddings.com/, (Julie Wright-Kile) DJ - Elite DJ (Jordard), http://myelitedj.com/ Videographer - Elegant Productions, http://www.elegantproductionscolorado.com/ Photographer- Meigan Canfield Photography http://meiganphoto.com/ My Big Day
www.MyBigDayCompany.com 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 EMAIL US Event Planners Serving: Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Windsor, Estes Park, Longmont, Greeley When we received the call asking if we could help with an Open House, and turn it around in about a month, we thought, "Sure - no problem." We had no idea how grand this House Warming Party would be! The planning process was an adventure that lead us to new partnerships and friends - and ultimately one HECK OF A PARTY! We were honored to have been selected as the event planners, and delighted in how this party turned out! And a private concert with Montgomery Gentry
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Original Ideas, superior strategies, your own private party planner. My Big Day llc Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us Located in Loveland, CO My Big Day Events loved working with this California couple! After their first venue didn't work out, and we had to switch to a plan B just a month prior to the wedding, the bride stayed cool and calm, knowing that we would still pull off an amazing wedding! The scenery was stunning, all of their out-of-state guests loved our local food trucks, and everyone danced until the very end of the night! It was definitely a wedding we will always remember.
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What an amazing 40th Surprise Birthday party for our favorite travel blogger, Heidi Kerr-Schlaefer with Heiditown.com! Our tribute to the 90's was filled with thoughtful details. Thank you Robert Krueger for recommending DJ KAAOS! Thank you Bemixxed Bartending and Event Planning for mixing up our 90's cocktails, "Nirvanah," "Saved by the Bellini," "Gin and Juice," and "Vanilla Ice!" Graphic designer, Karen Clark photo-shopped our birthday girl into memorable 90's TV shows and movies. And Play Cake Bakers make the marvelous mixed tape cake! We love parties, we LOVE a theme... and we love when it all comes together the way this one did! My Big Day had the pleasure of planning Kurt & Jaimie's wedding at Lyons Riverbend, Colorado. What a beautiful backdrop for a ceremony & reception! The Lyons Farmette and Riverbend are known for their flowers and DIY event space... but they are also know for their tiny houses on the property - that you can rent! Below are some photos from Jaimie & Kurt's Big Day, as well as a list of the amazing vendors who made their day so very special! Photographer: Dawson Swan Wedding Professionals: Event Planners: My Big Day Ceremony: Lyons Riverbend & Farmette Reception: Lyons Riverbend & Farmette Band: Thunder and Rain Photographer: Dawson Swan Violinist: Brittany Hensley Catering: Spice of Life Catering Bar: Spice of Life Catering Cake: Azucar Bakery Contact My Big DayHave Fun. Be Young. Let us know how we can help.
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