Bridesmaids Dresses
Bridesmaids Dresses ideas Now that you have been proposed to and told everyone about your engagement (Congratulations!), you need to determine who your bridal party will be. Normally, brides and grooms discuss how many people will stand up on each side and try to make the numbers even; however, many bridal parties have also been […]
Christmas Trees
Do you prefer real or artificial? Studies are showing that Americans are beginning to lean towards the artificial Christmas trees. More than 17 million real trees are harvested in the U.S. every year, according to the Washington Post. Their study showed that in 2013, more than 30 million real trees were purchased and fewer than […]
Corporate Events at Gala!
Corporate Events in Marietta GA We can’t believe it, but it is time again for Christmas and all the festivities that happen during this time. Corporate and work parties are the biggest ones that most people tend to attend. These can become “boring” if you don’t think outside of the box and find different ways […]
Cake Toppers
Cake Toppers Cake toppers are as unique as you are. With the world being opened up to us through social media and websites that provide pictures from all around the world and do it yourself ideas, there are more choices than ever. One of the most interesting and personalized cake toppers I have seen were […]
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Tips for the Mother to Be
The Best Advise For New Moms First, there will be many pictures taken of you, your friends and the gifts at the shower. At this point in your pregnancy, you may be having a more difficult time getting clothes to fit, difficulty with moving around more and not feeling so attractive. Treat yourself before the […]
Tips for Choosing (or not choosing) your Bridesmaids
Tips for Choosing your Bridesmaids This week, I was listening to The Bert Show on Q100 and they did a segment on tips for choosing a bridesmaid. I thought this would be a good topic for a blog. So, if you want to read more on their coverage of the topic, please go to their […]
How to plan a Successful Birthday Party
Birthday Party Venue in Marietta, GA I’ve noticed that birthday parties and other events have become more and more elaborate over the years. When “we were kids” things seemed much more simple and there were less expectations by the guests and their families. Here are some tips to help you plan a birthday party that […]
How Much Alcohol do I Need for my Wedding?
Alcohol Amount Planning Gala Events Facility offers something a lot of area vendors do not offer…. Our all inclusive menu which includes your wedding cake, DJ, food and much more or the ability to have an a la carte option where you can pick and choose what you want from our options and what you […]
Tips for Hosting a Successful Awards Banquet
How to Plan an Awards Banquet It is hard to believe that the Holiday season is almost upon us! Where has the time gone this year? Now is the time that planning begins for many companies and corporations on how to put together, host and prepare for holiday parties. Many times, at these holiday parties, […]
Habits of a Happy and Successful Marriage
Tips for a Happy Marriage We are always talking about getting married, getting ready for the actual ceremony and the time leading up to the ceremony. What about some tips on how to keep your marriage happy and healthy. Remember, tips and habits are only effective if you follow through with them. Work them and […]
Choosing a Color Scheme
Color Scheme for Wedding Choosing the colors for your wedding can set the tone and look for your whole event. We have compiled some simple rules to help you out with this choice… Choose your favorite color or hue – if you have loved a certain color all your life, then go with that color […]
Wedding Traditions and Meanings
Wedding Traditions Meanings I wrote last week about a wedding tradition that I was not familiar with and it prompted me to look further into other traditions and their meanings. I thought this might be a neat way for brides to incorporate some of these into their weddings/ceremonies and have a neat memory of something […]
The Money Dance
The Money Dance Wedding The money dance is a tradition that is still practiced in areas of the US as well as different cultures. It is celebrated mostly in the US in the Southern and Midwestern states. It’s purpose is to help collect extra money for the bride and groom in order for them to […]
How to Find a Wedding Venue
Top Wedding Venues Congratulations! You are engaged and now you are entering the crunch time to get everything done! One of the first items on your list is probably finding a good Wedding Venue for you and your dream wedding! There are several ways to go about finding the event hall that is right for you […]
Planning A Wedding
Gala Wedding Event Facility in Marietta GA Planning a wedding is a very stressful time – from finding a wedding dress, ordering food/flowers/cake, finding a venue, organizing bridesmaids and groomsmen, and many others fine details. However, the actual timeline of the wedding day can also be just as important and stressful if it is not […]
Unique Proposals
Unique Wedding Proposal Ideas In today’s times, more and more pressure is put on the uniqueness of the marriage proposal. There are some great ideas out there, from the traditional romantic dinner and getting down on one knee to the over the top of having friends help you to make a video or taking someone […]
Wedding Coordinators
Wedding Planner in Marietta GA Once you have become engaged, the planning starts – from date to venue, who to have in the wedding, colors, food, flowers, etc… Sounds overwhelming, doesn’t it? Many of you already know how overwhelming it is! One thing that can help you with this process is hiring a wedding planner. […]
Tipping
Tipping Guide for Venue Knowing who to tip, how much and how the money is delivered can be very stressful for a bride and groom. Gala found this Pinterest site. This helpful chart shows how much to tip for each service provider and who should deliver the tip and when. Hope this helps everyone!
Happy Independence Day!
Happy 4th of July Photo by: Jeremy Nicholson The Fourth of July is the most popular holiday for grilling and barbecuing, swimming and spending time with your family and friends. Statistics show that Americans alone eat over 155 million hot dogs alone during this and the Memorial Day holiday! Statistics also show that more than […]
Thank You Notes
Foolproof Thank You Note Thank you notes are slowly becoming extinct and it is a very important and Honorable detail that should never be forgotten . When you receive a gift for a birthday or wedding, it is always respectful to send a handwritten thank you note – this shows the friend/guest that you are […]
Changing Your Name
Tips for Changing your name First of all, congratulations on your marriage! After months of endless planning and scheduling, you had the wedding of your dreams, enjoyed a great honeymoon and now, you can relax. Not quite yet…. You still have to decide if you are going to change your last name, and if so, […]
Who Pays for What?
Who Pays for What? It often gets confusing on what the bride, groom, and families are responsible for paying for. Of course, there are traditional rules and customs; however, with recent times, changes in economic situations and larger and bigger weddings being planned, these rules are open to interpretation and changes. Traditionally, these are the […]
Balloon Decor
Balloon Decor for Events With the access to social media, decorations for weddings and/or parties have exploded! The options and choices are endless and they are more easily accessed by the public through on line ordering as well as even overseas options. This has almost created a need for each bride to feel the stress […]
May is National Stroke Awareness Month
National Stroke Awareness Strokes are the No. 4 cause of death and leading cause of disability in the United States. Strokes can range from mild which the patient is able to recover from quicker to severe where the patient may be left with severe permanent disabilities which may not allow them to either work or […]
Accent Walls
Advice for Wedding Planning Accent walls can really add a decorative interest or focal point in a room. It can be either a different color (or darker color) of the rest of the room or you can add wallpaper or other art interest to create an interesting effect. One idea is to turn writing into […]
Cinco De Mayo
Celebration of Mexican Culture and Heritage dbking CC-BY-2.0 Cinco de Mayo, May 5th, celebrates the Mexican army’s 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. In the United States, Cinco de Mayo has become a popular celebration of Mexican culture and heritage, especially in the larger Mexican-American populations. This celebration […]
Bar/Bat Mitzvah
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Planning Gala Events Facility is nestled in Marietta, Georgia and near a large Jewish Community. We have been fortunate to be able to rejoice with many families over the years as they prepare and host Bar/Bat Mitzvahs at our facility. When a boy or girl turns 13 years old, they are recognized by […]
April is National Poetry Month
National Poetry Month April is National Poetry Month Valentine’s Day is done and things may be getting stale in your relationship. Spice things up by writing them a poem. There are many websites that provide free and printable poems and this would be a great way to show someone you love them, ask someone out […]
What is Your Wedding Style?
Wedding Style & Aesthetics With so many ideas, styles and options out there, I’m sure it is difficult to figure out what you truly want for your wedding! You probably could do several styles of everything – so how do you decide? You could spend hours on social media sites such as Pinterest, wedding websites, […]
Vintage Table Settings
Vintage Themed Wedding Vintage Table Settings The New Trend One of the newest trends being seen out in the wedding world is the Vintage Themed Wedding. These weddings can be paired with shabby chic ideas or just on their own. They tend to incorporate a lot of soft colors, pearls, doilies, baby’s breath or […]
March is Awareness Month for:
March Monthly Observations March is Awareness Month for: Brain Injury Awareness Colorectal Cancer Awareness Endometriosis Awareness Gender Equality Greek-American Heritage Irish-American Heritage Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Mental Retardation Awareness Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Nutrition Red Cross Self Harm Awareness Social Worker’s Women’s History These are such important areas of our lives and we should all become more […]
It’s Prom Season
Prom Party Venue in Marietta, GA The Prom is probably one of the biggest moments in high school. You have to decide if you are going to have a date or go alone, what to wear, where to go before or after, and so many other important decisions. I wanted to dedicate this blog […]
Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month
MS Awareness Month Multiple Sclerosis is the most common neurological disorder in young adults – it is an autoimmune disease of the central nervous system. This disorder causes reduced communication between the brain and nerve pathways – this can lead to visual problems, overwhelming fatigue, difficulty with balance and coordination and impaired mobility. If you […]
Happy Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day Special In spirit with Valentine’s Day, here are some ideas that won’t break the bank! Don’t think that getting the perfect gift for that special someone involves a lot of money. This day is for showing someone you love and care for them and this can be done in many ways […]
Heart Health Month
American Heart Month Following are some of the main symptoms of a heart attack and some ways that you can fight heart disease. Some major symptoms of a heart attack are: Pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck, or back Feeling faint or light-headed Chest pain Pain in arms and/or shoulders Shortness of breath Following […]
Winter DrivingTips
Essential Winter Driving Safety Tips First of all, We recommend that if winter weather hits in your area, do everything you can to prepare in advance and stay inside and don’t go out driving unless it is an emergency situation. Following are some helpful tips on how to drive in snowy/icy weather if the need […]
Planning Your Wedding
Planning Wedding Near Marietta Weddings and wedding planning can take an emotional toll on everyone involved. This is supposed to be the time of your life; however, beware that this can also be a time of hurt feelings, highly charged emotions, and frazzled nerves. Many times, families and friends have their own opinions of how […]
Naked Wedding Cake
Wedding Cake One of the newer trends for wedding cakes is the naked wedding cake. This means a cake that is not iced on the outside or may be decorated with a thin layer of icing that shows the cake underneath. It really pairs well with a shabby chic wedding or even a vintage wedding. […]
New Trends for 2014
New Wedding Trends According to Wedding Wire, there are several areas that may be the newest trends in 2014… Some of the main colors you may see this year are gold, silver, and Radiant Orchid. We did a previous blog on the trendy color for 2014 and it was recently highlighted in a new series […]