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Best Christmas Wedding Inspiration

12/16/2020

 
Christmas isn’t just for gathering with friends and family to celebrate the season - it’s also a beautiful time to plan a winter wedding! A December/Christmas inspired wedding is the perfect opportunity to not only celebrate your love, but to also throw the best holiday party ever!

We’ve curated a list of some holiday inspired wedding tips and ideas that will surely get you and your guests into the seasonal spirit, and elevate your event beyond the typical holiday celebration!

  • Set the tone with a styled invitation suite. If you are planning on sending physical invitations to your guests, consider taking the extra step of styling an invitation suite to set the scene for your wedding. Add accents like ornaments, ribbon, glittery sparkles and perhaps greenery to your invitations. These extra touches are a great way to remind guests that you are not only gathering to celebrate your love, but the holidays with them.

​When you create your invitation suite, make sure you include the following: Invitation for event, directions, response cards & envelopes, inner envelope, mailing envelope, and plenty of postage. You might also consider adding a special reception card, local highlights information, and suggestions for accommodations for out of town guests.

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Ceremony & Reception Decor  Greenery and red poinsettias are natural choices for Christmas wedding decor (hello, every Hallmark Christmas movie!). You can certainly get creative with how you use these elements. Use greenery garlands to outline reception areas, set up vignettes around white-lighted Christmas trees, include layers of red and white poinsettias as a backdrop for your ceremony. The possibilities are endless.

You don’t have to settle for a red and green color palette, either. How about deep navy and silver? White twinkle lights and gold? All of these options are holiday inspired!

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There are so many extra touches that you can add to a holiday bridal bouquet and boutonniere! Pinecones are a fun and wintry addition to any Christmas-inspired bouquet. Berries and pine sprigs are also easy festive elements to incorporate. Did you know, according to ancient folklore, the Druids regarded holly as a sacred plant and believed it had magical powers of protection? Definitely consider adding some holly to your floral arrangements for good luck!
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Jingle Bells! With a holiday wedding you can capitalize on both Jingle Bells and Wedding Bells! Hand out small bells for guests to ring after the ceremony instead of birdseed or bubbles. Guests can also ring their bells when they want a kiss from the bride and groom during the reception, instead of using their silverware on china to call for this tradition.

Serve festive cocktails.  You can expand the typical bar with holiday flavors including eggnog, peppermint, and cranberry. Holiday drinks often look fancy with extra flourishes and flair - perfect for a fancy wedding reception!

Incorporate holiday inspired guest favors.  Guests will be excited to receive a memento that they will actually want to keep! Engraved holiday ornaments with your wedding date, or their names carved or written on a themed ornament will remind your guests of your special day for years to come!

You can also send your guests home with tasty treats too! Holiday cookies, gold wrapped chocolates, or even packaged homemade eggnog will surely be hits!
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Hot Cocoa and Cookies - Santa’s favorite!  Why not consider offering a hot cocoa bar in addition to the spirits you serve? Perhaps include a wide offering of Christmas and Holiday cookies for dessert instead of the traditional wedding cake or cupcakes? You’re guests will enjoy making their own hot cocoa concoctions and dunking their favorite holiday cookies in them for fun!
 
Think Texture. There are so many different textures that you can incorporate into your clothing, decor, and venue to inspire holiday magic. Velvet dresses and accessories for brides and bridesmaids, plaids and cording for grooms and groomsmen, gold and silver accents, wood and greenery, snow and ice…...all special holiday touches.

Create a cozy atmosphere. Cozy fires, twinkle lights, candles, and scents of the season, will be an inviting touch for your guests. Create intimacy by utilizing non traditional seating arrangements for dinner - family style serving, seating in groups, long tables, couches and overstuffed chairs by fireplaces. ​
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How To Host an Office Holiday Celebration During COVID-19: 10 Unique Ideas

12/8/2020

 
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Non-Party Holiday Celebration Ideas
Not ready for a virtual party but still want to show your employees you appreciate them this season? Check out these ideas for celebrating with them this year – no party needed.

1. High-end holiday gifts. Many employers are finding that the budget for hosting an in-person holiday party can easily cover very nice gifts for each of their employees. Trend forecasters have seen a surge in employer purchases of items like Apple AirPods and bluetooth speakers. Check out Swag in a Box to send custom employee gift boxes with your company’s branding.
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2. Virtual group classes. Another trend in COVID-safe holiday experiences for employees is virtual group classes in subjects like cooking and crafting. Classes give employees a chance to bond outside the office, and a cooking class usually costs less per head than catering for your typical holiday office party. 

3. Gift exchange. Organize an employee gift exchange via snail mail. Choose a White Elephant theme, or have employees choose gifts they think others would really like. Make sure to set a budget, and use a gift exchange tracking form to stay organized. ​
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4. Virtual beer or wine tasting. Sites like Wine.com  send tasting flights to your doorstep. Employees can do the tasting on their own time and view complimentary tasting walk-throughs on the website, or you can set up a virtual meeting for your employees to taste together. 

Colorado’s own Denver Microbrew Tour offers a structured 90-minute team building beer tasting activity starting at $200.

5. Virtual escape room experience. Colorado’s Conundrum Escape Rooms  offers virtual events starting at $75 with a focus on teambuilding. Employees will solve a series of mysteries to “escape” and beat the challenge. Schedule easily online https://www.conundrumescaperooms.com. 

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Virtual Holiday Party Ideas
With so many employers going virtual for their office holiday parties this year during COVID-19, unique celebration ideas abound. Here are some of our favorites.

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Choose a fun theme. Host a virtual ugly sweater contest, or go with a funny COVID-19  theme like, “2020 2021 is Our Year!” 

2. Bring the games. A virtual game party can be as simple as asking employees to download a game app (a popular one is Werewolf [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.faudroids.werewolf&hl=en_US]) to participate, or hiring a company like Outback Team Building [https://try.outbackteambuilding.com/virtual-team-building-remote-teams-snacknation/] to create and host a customized game for your employees.

3. Hire entertainment. Let’s face it – we could all use a few laughs right about now. Bring a professional stand-up comedian to your virtual party using a service like Laughter on Call . Laughter on Call will handle all the Zoom planning and hosting, while you sit back and enjoy the fun with your employees.

4. Let employees order food simultaneously with Hoppier. Like catering for virtual events, Hoppier allows employers to designate a food allowance to each employee to use for food delivery during a virtual party. Even better, employees get to choose what they want to eat, meaning no cold buffet leftovers at the end of the night. ​

​5. Send party decorations. Ahead of your party, mail a gift box to each employee with balloons, streamers, party poppers, crowns...the sky is the limit! Each employee can decorate their own space and get in the festive spirit for your holiday party, even from afar.
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10 COVID-Safe Ways to Make Your Child’s Birthday Special

8/4/2020

 
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​Keep it small. Obviously, large gatherings are off the table right now. But birthdays can be just as special with immediate family members. Research shows kids find these birthdays just as meaningful and memorable as a big, expensive party.
 
Create anticipation. Build up to the big day - present your child with seven envelopes, each containing a small privilege (15 minutes of extra screen time, 30 min. later bedtime, etc.) He can open one each day in the week leading up to his birthday.
 
Celebrate the night before, too. This is a great way to help your child reflect on and feel proud of another year of life, minus the distraction of presents. Take this time to give them some special attention instead of material things.
 
Surprise decorating. Decorate with balloons, streamers, and signs while your little one is sleeping. It will be a fun surprise and a great photo op in the morning!
 
Entertainment via Zoom. Parents can book a virtual professional magic show or a video chat with Elsa. Check out Send In the Clowns .

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​Go for a birthday cruise. Deck out your family car with decorations and special messages written on the windows and drive around town! Your child is sure to get lots of honks and happy birthdays from passerby.
 
Go on an outdoor scavenger hunt. Divide into teams with one adult and one or more kids each, and set out with a list of items and some phones or digital cameras. Have each team snap photos of a purple flower, someone with a stroller, a house number with the birthday child’s age.
 
Give them a “Yes Day.” Let the birthday child choose all the day’s meals and activities (within reason of course).
 
Let them create their own cake. The birthday child chooses the cake flavor, fillings or frosting, and decorations. It will be all the more special because it was their creation.
 
Big-kid smash cake. If you don’t mind some clean-up, put a twist on the traditional toddler smash cake and let the entire family eat cake sans utensils. Laughs guaranteed! 
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Fun Things To Do While Social Distancing

7/23/2020

 
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​By Carrie Stadtmueller, My Big Day Lead Event Planner & Marketing Manager

Does the idea of accepting one more virtual happy hour invite with your co-workers and socially distanced friends fill you with a sense of loathing and dread? You might be suffering from the Zoom Blues!
It’s been hard to watch the hopeful Summer of 2020 turn into the Summer that Wasn’t.
People all over the world, country, and internet have been looking for ways to stay engaged and entertained -  all while socially distancing and looking towards the slow process of reopening. 


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We’ve pulled together an extensive list of activities for your summer at home - some just as fun and special as your traditional summer plans - check it out:

Water Day
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Even though your public pool might not be open, that doesn’t mean you have to forego any water fun! Why not bust out your swimsuits and set up a sprinkler or slip-n-slide in the backyard? Cool off with some time in a refreshing kiddie pool - with a cocktail of course! 
If you have a small group of friends who you feel safe socializing distantly with, invite them over for a backyard game of Water Balloon Volleyball. You can spread out across the court - although we recommend that you find a facemask that matches your bathing suit ensemble.

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Make Ice Cream and Popsicles

The internet is full of tasty popsicle recipes to try out - the possibilities are endless! Try fruit filled, chocolate, or may we even suggest, cocktail popsicles?
Making homemade ice cream can be an activity that gets the entire family involved. Think of it as a science lesson or teachable moment. Don’t have an ice cream maker machine? No worries- we have found some recipes that only require a plastic ziploc bag for delicious perfection.
https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a54721/ice-cream-in-a-bag-recipe/

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Start a Virtual Book Club

Use the encouragement of your friends to get excited about reading again! Take turns suggesting books, pick a regular date and time, and chat up your favorite characters and chapters! Bonus - have the person who suggests the book also come up with a special cocktail, beer, or wine for the evening, too!

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Plan an Online Cooking Competition with Friends
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Gather your friends and organize an at-home online cook-off! Get creative - craft your contest after the popular show, Chopped - pick four random ingredients from your kitchens and pantries and start cooking over Zoom. Judge each other on presentation and creativity. 
Another idea is an online cooking themed night. Perhaps pick a color and everyone has to create a dish that’s final product is in that color family. Or one special ingredient and then draw for which course you get to cook (we’re thinking shrimp…..shrimp souffle, cocktail shrimp, broiled shrimp, baked shrimp, shrimp gumbo, pan fried shrimp…..you get the picture).

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Online Workouts

If you’re like us, you may have noticed that quarantine hasn’t been your waistline’s best friend. How about gathering an online bestie for some Zoom/FaceTime at home workouts? There are thousands of fitness gurus who are offering exercise routines and advice on Instagram and Pinterest. Find your favorite and start sweating! Encourage your quarantine workout partner, and check in each week to keep each other accountable!

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Have a QuaranTHEME of the Day

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We all loved Spirit Week and Pajama Days at school - why not capitalize on those memories and pick a QuaranTHEME of the day to help bring excitement to the same old same old? Spread the word, get everyone involved - friends, family, coworkers, neighbors! You can create themed days or weeks, themed hashtags for sharing your creativity on social media, and themed superlatives for participants!
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Need some inspiration? “All Dressed UP with No Where to Go”, Favorite Sports Team, Wacky Hair, Favorite Superhero…...part of the fun is coming up with themes. Gather your friends and get creative!

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These are just a few fun ideas to pass your days away. While this time of social distancing is often boring, and thinking about how long it might last can be depressing, we hope you take the time to enjoy the little things. Adjusting to this time at home and social separations involves adjusting expectations. You can still feel like you have had a fun, productive and entertaining day with the right expectations. And at the end of the day, you can rest easy knowing that you have done your part to keep yourself, your family, and your community safe.
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As event planners, we serve the entire Front Range;  Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken

The Ultimate Northern Colorado Event Guide 2019

11/20/2019

 
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Northern Colorado is primped and primed for an outstanding 2019 Holiday Season! We have so many suggestions for holiday fun, there won’t be a moment to rest between now and Christmas! There is something for everyone - families, couples, singles, pets -- you name it!
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Get your jingle bells on and check out our Ultimate NoCo Holiday Events Guide - you’re sure to find one of the MBD elves at some of these fun stops!
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November 28
    Thanksgiving Day Trots and Races - Fort Collins & Greeley, CO
You can burn some calories before you stuff yourself with all the turkey and trimmings! Both Fort Collins and Greeley will host their own Turkey Trot Races. You can register for the Fort Collins Thanksgiving Day Run here: http://www.fctdayrun.com/  and the Greeley event here: https://ncmcfoundation.org/event/ncmc-turkey-trot-2k5k-fun-runwalk/

November 30
    Greeley Lights the Night Parade - Greeley, CO
This lighted holiday parade kicks of the Christmas season in downtown Greeley! There will be over 70 lighted parade floats that will lead revelers through downtown Greeley to Lincoln Park where the holiday light switch will be thrown! Make plans to attend this fun, FREE event!
https://greeleycalendar.com/event/greeley-lights-night-parade/

    Wellington Carriage Rides - Wellington, CO
The city of Wellington will help you get into the holiday spirit by offering carriage rides throughout the holiday season. Rides are $5 a person (kids under 12 are free). The fun goes from 5:00-7:00PM on weekends.
https://www.facebook.com/events/666469630543989/

    Cookie Decorating at Old Colorado Brewing Co - Wellington, CO
Simply Cakes will be set up in the Old Colorado Brewing Company’s taproom to teach you how to decorate a variety of holiday cookies and treats!
https://www.facebook.com/events/527038044799919/

December 1
    Santa’s Reindeer Return to Bath Garden Center - Fort Collins, CO
Make plans to meet up with Santa’s back up reindeer at the Bath Garden Center in Fort Collins. They will be greeting visitors on three Saturdays throughout the month of December.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2131960497100225/?event_time_id=2132048423758099

Holiday Wreath Making Workshop @ Studio Vino - Loveland, CO
Local florist Wild Posies will provide all the tools and supplies to create a beautiful fresh holiday wreath!
https://www.facebook.com/events/809778466121632/
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December 5
    Parade of Lights Preview - Fort Collins, CO
What could be better than free entertainment? The Colorado State Marching Band will be putting their final preparations on their Parade of Lights performance. Pick a spot on the route and watch the band’s light filled practice parade!
https://www.visitftcollins.com/event/parade-of-lights-preview-free/20355/


December 6
    Rudolph the Rednosed Reindeer Musical - Greeley, CO
Get your tickets early for this popular holiday show! Rudolph will be performed at the Union Colony Civic Theater:
https://ucstars.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=440

    Timnath Holiday Lighting Festival - Timnath, CO
Everyone is invited to help Timnath kick off the holiday season! There will be tons of holiday activities for you to partake in - and Christmas lights galore!
https://www.facebook.com/events/426342131394677/

December 7
    Homesteaders Holiday - Greeley, CO
This family friendly event benefits the Friends of the Greeley Museums. You’ll be able to tour festively decorated historical homes and enjoy activities for the entire family. Relive holidays from the past at this fun event!
https://www.eventcrazy.com/Greeley-CO/events/details/24643-Homesteaders-Holiday

Wellington’s Annual Christmas Parade of Lights -Wellington, CO
Make plans to attend Wellington’s Parade of Lights starting at 5:00PM. Santa Claus will be there to help kick off the holiday celebration! You can even promote your business in the parade!
https://www.facebook.com/events/427423841297982/

Winter Maker’s Market @ New Belgium - Fort Collins, CO
Over 40 local vendors, hot drinks, food trucks, and live music will be set up from 11am-5pm at New Belgium! Word is Santa will be there too!
https://www.facebook.com/events/531613097387691/

Windsor Wonderland - Windsor, CO
Santa Claus is coming to town! Windsor Wonderland will have holiday treats, live performances, a tree lighting ceremony and free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2181196872180578/
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December 8
    Johnstown Jingle - Johnstown, CO
Another town holiday celebration! There will be pictures with Santa, reindeer to meet, carolers to enjoy, holiday shopping, gingerbread houses and more!
https://www.facebook.com/events/267581034140696/
    
December 13
A Christmas Nightmare Day @ Ice Rink at The Promenade Shops - Loveland, CO
It’s a Friday 13th Christmas Mash Up! Come skate, dressed up as your favorite character from everyone’s favorite Christmas Nightmare movie!
https://www.facebook.com/events/3183307898409347/

December 14 
    TUBA Christmas in Oak Street Plaza - Fort Collins, CO
This fun event has been a staple of downtown holiday celebrations since 1974. Come listen to a plethora of tubas, sousaphones, euphoniums and baritone horns play your holiday favorites!
https://www.eventcrazy.com/Fort-Collins-CO/events/details/279528-A-Tuba-Christmas

December 16
    Chocolate and Tequila Pairing @ Wicked Tequila - Loveland, CO
Yum! Two favorites - chocolate and tequila! Wicked Tequila Room will be partnering with Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory from Estes Park for this fun and tasty event!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1927858474027669/

December 23
    Light the Menorah - Greeley, CO
Chabad of Northern Colorado will be celebrating Hanukkah with the lighting of the Menorah on the 9th St. Plaza in downtown Greeley.
https://z-m-www.facebook.com/events/601758873696401/

December 29
    Menorah lighting and Chanukah Celebration - Fort Collins
Join in celebration with this Fort Collins tradition. The giant menorah will be lit in Old Town Square and will include Jewish holiday music and traditional Chanukah foods.
https://www.visitftcollins.com/event/menorah-lighting-and-chanukah-celebration/21039/

December 31
Crystal Ball 2019 - Estes Park
Ring in the New Year at the Stanley Hotel’s Crystal Ball celebration!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2423215514645481/
    
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​November 15-January 1 Winter Wonderlights - Loveland, CO
Celebrate the holidays in a new light! This walkable holiday attraction will be available for you to see throughout the holiday season. Stroll through the Chapungo Sculpture Park and marvel at all of the lights and tunnels. Weekends will include live entertainment and family friendly activities!
https://www.facebook.com/LovelandWinterWonderlights/

November 29-December 7 UCCC Festival of Trees - Greeley, CO
Join in a Greeley tradition and visit the 31st Annual Festival of Trees presented by the City of Greeley and the Greeley Philharmonic Guild. The beautiful tree displays are only part of the holiday fun served up at this event - there’s also a silent auction and other family friendly entertainment as well!
http://greeleygov.com/activities/fot/festival-of-trees

November 30-December 21 Downtown Winter Market - Loveland, CO
Get your holiday shopping done all in one spot, each weekend, November 30-December 21 in downtown Loveland, CO. The winter market runs from 3-7pm each Saturday.
https://www.facebook.com/events/425456021701829/?event_time_id=425456028368495

December 6-8 Canyon Concert Ballet Presents “The Nutcracker” - Fort Collins, CO
Join the Canyon Concert Ballet troupe as they perform this holiday classic! 
https://www.facebook.com/events/671329656712587/?event_time_id=671329666712586
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Whatever you decide to do and however you decide to celebrate, the My Big Day team would like to wish everyone a safe, fun, and special holiday season! Here’s to living and dreaming big as we close out 2019!
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How To Include and Entertain Children During Weddings

9/12/2017

 
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Weddings are a time of celebration and commitment, they are joyous moments that bring together couples, family, friends, and community. However, for parents of little children, it can also be a dreaded affair. From the moment they receive those gorgeous invitations, their minds immediately race to how they are going to keep the kids quiet and seated during the wedding or reception. Afterall, nobody wants to be THAT family who ruined your special day.
 
We all know planning a wedding can be time consuming and stressful. There are a million things to accomplish on our to-do lists without compromising our work, family, friends, and relationships. Thankfully, while planning our ceremonies and receptions, there are simple steps and accommodations we can add to ensure our big days are successful and even the youngest guests are included and entertained. With a little luck and careful planning, we can keep everyone happy and enjoying the wedding.
 
Scroll through the following 10 tips to include and entertain children during your wedding:
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Design wedding BINGO cards. It’s no secret that sitting quietly through wedding ceremonies can be tough for children. On a sheet of paper, create a BINGO game featuring people, items, and parts of the ceremony and hand copies out to the children as they enter. During the wedding, if children notice or find an item, they mark off the square. At the end of the ceremony they can hand in completed game sheets for a small prize.

Give children a job. Kids love to help and are often eager to escape the confines of mom and dad’s watchful eyes. Give them a part in the wedding by assigning them a role in the wedding party, having them man the guest table, helping people carry gifts, ushering in family members, or passing out programs and bubbles to guests.
 
Get colorful! Provide children crayons and coloring books that feature black and white versions of your favorite photos that show your love story. There are apps online or you can use a basic paint or photo program in a word program to transform images into black and white colorable prints. Be sure to include captions or interesting facts to add personality to the booklet.
 
Encourage kids to “tag” their table at the reception. Channel a child’s inner artist and cover the kiddie table with butcher paper. Provide crayons, markers, or stickers to decorate the paper to occupy their interests until dinner is served. For added fun, consider supplying simple craft kits the kids can easily assemble on their own.
 
Make them glow! Most children love glow-in-the-dark items. Purchase a variety of bracelets, balloons, necklaces, glow sticks, and more to light up the night or dance floor.
 
Bring on the games! Encourage guests to mingle and interact by placing a variety of board or card games on a centrally located table. All guests, even children, can enjoy playing simple games between events or during the reception. For an added twist, rent or build large versions of classics like Jenga or Kerplunk.
 
Provide kid approved snacks to curb their hunger until the meal or cake is served. There are often lulls between the ceremony, reception, cocktail hour, or dinner while the couple take pictures or travel to the venue. This can be hard on kids, especially hungry ones. Avoid meltdowns, by making sure there are snack mixes, veggie trays, meat or cracker platters, and drinks readily available to tide them over.

Hand out swag bags filled with the couple’s favorite childhood items. Add a personal touch and a bit of nostalgia to the festivity by filling goodie bags with your favorite childhood candies, games, or trinkets. Children will love the gift bags and the guests will enjoy taking trip down memory lane with the bride and groom.
 
Give kids a camera. Children love to take photographs and are eager to snap photos at the reception. You can purchase disposable cameras or use a hashtag so they can upload digital photos onto social media sites to help document the big night. For added creativity, provide a selfie station complete with props and backdrops. This is a great way to get one-of-a-kind shots and keep the kids entertained for hours.
 
Consider providing a sitter. Give parents an opportunity to enjoy a kid-free evening by hiring a sitter to watch younger children in an adjacent room. The kids will be entertained and safely cared for, while your friends get a few minutes of adult time. Supply the babysitter with games, movies, snacks, inflatables, and activities to crank up the fun.
 
How will you be including and entertaining children during your wedding?
Authored by contributing writer, Shannon Lochwood.
Shannon Lochwood currently lives in Southern California. She has a passion for weddings and loves to write about anything related to special "I do" moments. In her free time she loves to hike and spend time with her family and her two lovely dogs

@shannonlochwood
http://shannonlochwood.weebly.com/
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Thoughtful Gifts for Today's College Grad

5/31/2015

 
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-by Randi Juric

Graduation season is upon us.  It often comes quicker than you think.

College graduates have many needs in order to prepare for their new life.  Here are a few ideas for awesome presents most graduates need.

We know they will always need reliable transportation to and from college or their new career. New or used -- a car is always a great gift and much appreciated.

Another much needed present is professional wardrobe.  It’s often tough enough getting a job as a new college graduate,  so first impressions should be outstanding.  

Some people are the sentimental type and love getting frames or shadow boxes of memories you collected from their friends to put together.

Finally the most coveted gift by grads is money. Oh yes, money. You can give the gift of money in a number of creative ways.

Visit the My Big Day Graduation Pinterest Board for plenty of gift ideas!
Outfit ideas for your graduate:
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Valentine's Date Aphrodisiac Menu

1/24/2015

 
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Are you considering staying in this Valentine's Day and are trying to find a romantic meal to share with your loved one?
Consider a sexy suggestion by preparing a full aphrodisiac menu - carefully researched for you by
My Big Day.

Below is a simple DIY menu we've put together and have put to the test!  Download our menu below as well.
Enjoy!

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Pre-Dinner: Champagne and Strawberries
Why:
A sexy appetizer to get your taste buds ready.

Drink: A glass of red wine
Why: Grape skins contain the antioxidant resveratrol, the closest thing we have to an actual aphrodisiac. It increases estrogen production, say Northwestern University researchers, and that heightens sexual appetite and makes lubrication easier for her later in the evening.  Red wines from muscadine grapes have a higher resveratrol content than other reds do, say researchers at Mississippi State University.

Appetizer: Shrimp cocktail
Why: The zinc-dense shrimp increase sperm levels and make orgasms more powerful, according to a study in Fertility and Sterility. They also contain a stress-reducing amino acid and the feel-good hormone serotonin.

Entrée: Filet mignon au poivre (6 oz) (Garlic, ginger, mustard, pepper rub, porcini mushrooms)

Why: High-protein foods boost production of dopamine and norepinephrine, hormones that increase alertness and assertiveness.
Black pepper aids digestion, according to an Indian Journal of Medical Research study -- helpful for any energetic activities after dinner.

Side: Baked sweet potato
Why: It's high in potassium, which helps reduce stress--a great way to curb performance anxiety later that night.
Top the potato with a dollop of sour cream, another source of libido-friendly protein.

Side: Spinach salad
(Spinach, Arugula, Pine nuts, Basil Vinaigrette, Parmesan cheese, carrots )
Why: Spinach is a potent source of magnesium, which helps dilate blood vessels, ensuring the smooth bloodflow that's crucial for strong erections, according to Japanese researchers.

Dessert: Fresh raspberries drizzled with melted dark chocolate
Why: British scientists have discovered that women release four times more endorphins after eating chocolate than they do after making out. The caffeine in chocolate also increases your alertness for what's to come after dessert. Try using Dark Chocolate on the raspberries, and pair them with a glass of port. You'll get a double dose of polyphenols -- antioxidants that increase your HDL (good) cholesterol.
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Christine Kovacs Forster, Owner/ Party Planner
My Big Day llc
Phone: 970-613-1455  or  303-886-3068
Located in Loveland, CO

As event planners, we serve the entire front range; Northern Colorado, Southern Wyoming and mountain venues.







2015 Wedding Trends in Colorado

1/18/2015

 
We are seeing some exciting wedding trends for 2015!  My Big Day loves working with brides who have a vision and are willing to try new things. With every wedding season trends change and we can see patterns in popularity.

Here is what we are seeing for 2015:
Destination Weddings to the Colorado Mountains:
Living and having a business based in Colorado, we see 'mountain themed' weddings all the time. But in 2015 we are seeing more destination weddings to the Colorado mountains than ever!  We have brides coming from out of state and getting married in Silverthorne, Breckenridge, Estes park, Vail, Beaver Creek, Granby, and Steamboat Springs.
Why are mountain weddings so popular?
We think it's because a wedding outdoors makes for great photos, Colorado has reliable weather, and Colorado is more affordable than having your friends and family fly to Bora Bora for your destination!

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A My Big Day wedding in Granby, CO
Classic Making a Comeback:
Everything old is new again!  Simple elegance, white, gold accents, distinguished details...  We are seeing the word "Classic" everywhere!  Think lace... pastel pink... fine china ... crystal.... what weddings were, and are again!
CLICK HERE for more wedding inspiration on Pinterest!

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Laser-Cut Wedding Invitations:
In 2015 laser cut and laser scribed invitations have definitely become popular.  We are seeing "Classic" make a comeback, and laser cut invitations are a statement piece that can convey a classic theme to your guests. With the array of designs and intricacies available, these invitations set the tone of a wedding!  They are great for Save the Dates too!
We received this laser scribed invitation from bride, Alicia:

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"Frozen" Winter Weddings:
Blame it on Disney... weddings are not just for the summer (they never really have been).  But more than ever, winter weddings are gaining in popularity. And why not!?!  Snow makes the perfect background for soft, clean, sparkly elegance!
CLICK HERE for additional winter wedding inspiration on Pinterest.


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Wedding Cinematography:
Forget the words "wedding video."  Wedding movies are the new trend!  My Big Day has worked with some incredible videographers who turn weddings into short films. We LOVE this trend!
Below is a wedding film from one of our recent weddings:

Craft Beer Weddings:
Being from Colorado, and having a business in Northern Colorado, "The Napa of Beer"... we find that craft  beer has made it's way into the wedding scene - BIG TIME!
Signature cocktails will always be a fun offering for guests. But local, craft beer and spirits make your Big Day a celebration of you, and where you are from!
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Have Fun.  Be Young.  Let us know how we can help! 
Original Ideas, superior strategies, your own private party planner...

Christine Kovacs Forster, Owner/ Party Planner
My Big Day llc
Phone: 970-613-1455  or  303-886-3068
Located in Loveland, CO

As event planners, we serve the entire front range; Northern Colorado, Southern Wyoming and mountain venues.

My Big Day Launches Marketing Site

1/11/2015

 
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My Big Day Marketing
My Big Day has always been known for events and marketing. In an effort to separate the two, as we grow further in each area, we've launched a new website, MyBigDayMarketing.com

Prospective clients can now learn about our events arm at MyBigDayCompany.com and the marketing arm at MyBigDayMarketing.com

Our marketing efforts focus on helping small businesses grow. Through websites, SEO, social media marketing and promotion, we are the affordable solution for smaller, locally-owned businesses in Northern Colorado.
Contact My Big Day Marketing
Let us know how we can help! 
Original Ideas, superior strategies, marketing made simple!

Christine Kovacs Forster, Owner
My Big Day llc
Phone: 970-613-1455  or  303-886-3068
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Located in Loveland, CO - Serving Northern Colorado
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