TLC Say Yes to the Dress Premiere Party

Last night, the Epting Events’ ladies attended TLC’s Say Yes to the Dress Premiere Party at 200 Peachtree Street. This season of Say Yes to the Dress is filmed in the heart of the South at Bridals by Lori in Atlanta. We were honored to meet the cast of this season, and can’t wait to get to know them, so to speak, through the show this season!

Be sure to catch the sneak preview tonight on TLC at 9:30 pm, and the season premiere August 6 at 9:00 pm.

If you’re engaged and haven’t found your dress yet, apply to be on the show!

Bethany, Lori (Owner of Bridals by Lori), Natalia and Abby

Move over Randy, Monte Durham (Fashion Director at Bridals by Lori) is our new fav!

Two of the Lovely Consultants from Bridals by Lori. Watch for them tonight!

Don’t worry there were fabulous dresses there too!

We had such a blast last night, and can’t wait till August 6!

Editor’s Note: Please remember I work for a caterer, not a photographer…

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Wish Upon A Wedding

Wish Upon A Wedding, a nonprofit organization that creates dream come true weddings for terminally-ill couples. They believe that no one should be denied a chance to marry their soul-mate!

Liz Guthrie, Founder of Wish Upon a Wedding, couldn’t have said it better herself, “Dedicated to providing weddings and vow renewal celebrations for couples facing terminal illness and serious life-altering circumstances, we grant one of the most profound moments in a couple’s lifetime. What better way to celebrate life than being surrounded by one’s family and loved ones, while creating memories for those family and loved ones that will be cherished for years to come? By bringing these ceremonies to individuals faced with terminal illnesses, we believe that other people facing similar situations will find their own sense of strength and hope.”

Click here to see about the couple that inspired it all and a recent Wish Upon a Wedding.

How You Can Help:

• Make a Contribution
• Bid in (or donate to) our Online Wedding Auction
• Donate Airline Miles
• Volunteer as a Committee Member
• The Wishing Star (Show your WUW pride by wearing one of our beautiful pins)
• Online Social Networking
• Sign up for our Newsletter
• In Lieu of Favors or Gifts (Perfect for those who prefer to donate to a charity instead of gifts or giving favors)
• Become a Wish Granter
• Donate Products (WUW only accepts new, unused products based on approval)
• The Wishing Well (Support WUW by Donating 1% of profits)

There are tons of ways to get involved whether you are a vendor, a bride or someone who wants to help a great cause!

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Real Wedding: Allender and Eric

Allender and Eric wed June 2009 at the Athens State Botanical Gardens Conservatory. The couple had a cocktail buffet with carved top round beef topped with creamy horseradish sauce and our angel biscuits and marinated chicken with peach salsa, grilled asparagus, rosti potatoes, moser salad with sliced strawberries and creamed spinach topped with Roma tomatoes. The menu also featured a Southern station with pulled pork, mac & cheese, country green beans, squash casserole, old fashioned tomato bread pudding.

Allender and Eric had a Swiss dot design on their three-tier cake with Spanish lemon and white velvet raspberry. To continue their Southern flair, the groom’s cake was homemade banana pudding!

Gardenia Floral Design provided the flowers for the event.

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Real Wedding: Ann Dial and Will

Ann Dial and Will came to Epting Events with a wedding deadline of just 8 weeks. Were we able to do it? Of course! When Ann Dial McMillan got engaged to Will Sims, she decided she didn’t want a lengthy engagement, so she called her best friend and Epting Events coordinator Mimi Bittick to get the job done. It was perfect for Mimi because she was able to play the best friend role, matron of honor and wedding planner.

Catherine Mayo Photography

The couple married at a private home on Lake Martin, Alabama. The theme revolved around bright, vibrant colors. The table cloths were hot pink, hemstitch. Grace’s Flowers in Alabama perfectly conveyed the couple’s look.

Catherine Mayo Photography

Catherine Mayo Photography

Catherine Mayo Photography

Mimi chose Calypso bridesmaids dresses, and got extremely lucky when she found the last three dresses in their sizes in Miami.

Catherine Mayo Photography

The menu for the evening was nothing short of Southern fair, including a delicious Wickles Pickles appetizer (the groom is the founder of Wickles Pickles), smoked beef brisket, pulled pork, grilled jerk chicken, old fashioned tomato pudding, macaroni and cheese and more.

Ceclia’s provided a three-tier wedding cake, topped with beautiful, bright flowers.

Catherine Mayo Photography

Congrats Ann Dial and Will!

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Carlos Santana Universal Tone Tour Drawing at Harry’s!!

Stop by Harry’s between now and July 26, 2010 to be entered to win 2 Orchestra Seats for the Carlos Santana Concert featuring Steve Winwood. Tickets are retailing at $120 each! The concert takes place at Chastain Park Amphitheater on July 29 at 7:30 PM. The lucky winner will be giving 15% off a Harry’s picnic package.

So come eat, and don’t forget to enter!!

Carlos Santana

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The Infamous Question…

What is the proper etiquette for and guest on an invitation? Before you answer this question, think about all the weddings you have been to and brought a date. Now, think about how potentially awkward those weddings would have been if you were flying solo, especially if it’s a wedding where you don’t know the bride and groom’s friends and families extremely well.

You might also think it’s okay to add and guest only to your married friends. Be forewarned! This will likely cause drama between your unmarried and long-term dating friend.

If you don’t do it, you will have people bring their significant other anyway, and throw off your numbers and seating.

Long story short, always put and guest on your invitations; whether you want to or not, and remember people will feel more comfortable and in turn have more fun! The only exception to this rule is, if they are under 18 years old.

Check out the Lettered Olive for great invitation styles!

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Real Wedding: Natalie and Branford Thompson

Natalie & Branford married at Natalie’s home in Augusta, Ga on May 22, 2010.The menu consisted of passed hors d’oeuvres, pork tenderloin and London broil short plates, a buffet with chicken Glasgow and smoked salmon, and our famous pralines. The bar featured a monogrammed ice luge with frozen fruit inside. The couple had a four-tiered lemon, chocolate and white velvet raspberry cake.

Photos by Christine Gallagher

Photos by Christine Gallagher

Photos by Christine Gallagher

Photos By Christine Gallagher

Photos by Chritstine Gallagher

Photos by Christine Gallagher

Photos by Christine Gallagher

Photos by Christine Gallagher

See How to Make Photo Board Post for Instructions!

Photos by Christine Gallagher

Photos by Christine Gallagher

Photos by Christine Gallagher

Photos by Christine Gallagher

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It’s That Time of the Year Again… Interns!!

Epting Events is looking for imaginative, hardworking individuals who wish to explore a career in event planning. For over 35 years we have created an exceptional learning environment for those willing to take on the challenge of an extremely busy office, constant deadlines, and great clients. This is a highly competitive, non-paid internship. The internship begins August 17 and ends December 3, with the possibility to extend into spring if desired.

Primary responsibilities assisting our Event Coordinators include:

• Accompanying EC’s to client meetings and site visits
• Assisting EC’s with client communications – letters, phone calls, & emails
• Inputting client menus into our database system – Caterease
• Maintaining the conference room & offices for client meetings and tastings
• Running errands
• Assisting with incoming phone calls
• Maintaining an organized office environment: fax distributions, file and supply organization

Requirements:
• Junior or Senior Standing
• At least a 3.2 GPA
• Minimum of 15 hours per week

We provide paid catering opportunities for our interns. Interns will be expected to participate in at least one of these opportunities during the semester.

If this sounds like an environment that you could thrive in, please send us your resume along with a cover letter explaining why you would be a suitable candidate for this position and your availability schedule. Interviews will be held the end of July, so please send in your information by July 25. All responses may be emailed to Abby@eptingevents.com.

We look forward to meeting you!

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Wedding Gowns with Pockets!

What could be better?? Pockets make the wedding dress unique and practical. You can easily keep your lip gloss and not have to try to find some from your bridesmaids throughout the reception! Below are two of my favorites and are fairly inexpensive.

J. Crew Jacquard Jardiniere Gown

David Bridal's Strapless Shantung Taffeta Sweetheart Ball Gown Style

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More 4th of the July Festivities!

Harry’s Pig Shop will be having their own party within the Homewood Concert party!

Do you like fireworks, BBQ and beer? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then Harry’s is definitely the best place to be for the 4th!

Harry’s will be hosting an All-You-Can-Eat Hot Dog Contest! $5 to enter.
Prizes: $50 Harry’s Giftcard and t-shirts, and a lots of hot dogs!
Contest starts at 6:30 pm and the Concert is 6:00pm – 9:00pm!

Don't Worry Joey Chestnut Won't Be There!

If You Don't Want to Enter, You Can Always Come As One!

Please note Harry’s Pig Shop will be closed at 5:00 today for a p

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