Wedding Tips: 4 Tips to Help Your Guests Bust Their Moves!

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Its likely that most of us have been to a wedding where it seems as though everyone left their dancing shoes at home.  And what couple wants to have an empty dance floor at their wedding reception?  Unless a couple is opting to have lawn games in lieu of dancing or another activity, its pretty safe to assume that most … Continued

Budget Tip with Britt | Weekdays are the new Saturdays

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We all have a budget. Some are less than others, and some are more. Either way we have a magic number in mind that we are striving to stay at or under while having our vision and dreams met. Weddings are not cheap. There is so much more that goes into a wedding that most newly engaged couples forget about … Continued

Real Wedding: Sara + Dorian

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Sara & Dorian had a wedding where little to no detail was spared.  From the beginning, Sara knew what her wedding day vision was and with the help of our Stonebridge Manor design team and her florist, Bess of Zuzu’s Petals, her vision came to life! We hope you enjoy taking a peek into their dream wedding where you will be … Continued

Real Wedding: Kimberlee & Charles

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Meet Mr. & Mrs. Charles Van Horn III! This lovely pair had love at first sight with Stonebridge Manor (we were their first and last venue they visited before booking with us!).  We feel quite honored about this little fact and couldn’t help but share it.  They declared their love for each other and became husband and wife in the presence of their … Continued

Your Wedding Day Super Hero: Your Event Director

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“It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s your Event Director!” She seems to be everywhere all at once and you may even think she must have a twin.  Your Wedding Event Director, hence the title “Director” literally is directing and coordinating the many moving parts of your wedding day. From vendor check-in and quality control of items being delivered, she … Continued

Real Wedding: Mary and Sean, A Wedding as Great as Gatsby

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A Wedding as Great as Gatsby We are always up for a theme-inspired wedding, especially when the theme is Great Gatsby!  From the lens of Jasmine Amber Photography, we are tickled to share the stunning October 2016 wedding of Mary & Sean. This intimate wedding was filled with black and gold pops, Gatsby-inspired signs, vintage bridesmaid dresses, and a love even … Continued

Wizard of Oz Wedding Inspiration: There’s No Place Like Stonebridge

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  This past Wednesday we opened our doors and invited brides to “click their heels” and make their way to our Open House.  Greeted by whimsical decor along way, we went for a subtle nod to the Wizard of Oz.  Be prepared to be inspired to have fun at your wedding! Whether you love Wizard of Oz or perhaps are … Continued

The Crew of Stonebridge Manor – Office and Catering Crew

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MEET THE TEAM  ___________________________________________________ At Stonebridge Manor, our goal is to provide you and your guests with 5-Star Service! We are able to do what we do thanks to our management and kitchen staff working diligently behind the scenes to ensure  everything is coordinated perfectly for your wedding or next event!  ________________________________________________________________ Ann Clark  What is your role at Stonebridge Manor? General … Continued

To Host or not to Host?…A Guide for your Bar!

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As Event Directors, one of the most frequently asked questions we receive is, “Should I host my bar at the reception?”   To answer this question, let’s first start by outlining the difference between a Hosted bar and a Cash bar. With a Hosted bar, the drinks are provided, or “hosted,” compliments of the Bride & Groom. With a Cash bar, guests … Continued

Long Distance Wedding Planning: A SBM Guide for our Out of Town Brides

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One of our FAB-U-LOUS Stonebridge Manor Event Directors, Alysia, took the time to provide some words of advice to fellow out-of-town brides. Read what the newly-minted Mrs. Zurlo has to say about the wedding planning process done from a distance! You might think being an out of town bride is stressful… but it doesn’t have to be! I am in a … Continued