Finding a Venue via Wedding Planning Apps Hi again, brides-to-be! Most recently, I’ve been doing some venue searching and I thought I would share some insights with you. As you know, I work at Stonebridge Manor but I still wanted to search for other possible venues just to make sure I made the right decision for my fiancé and me. … Continued
I love Pinterest. Like really LOVE it! It’s a fabulous tool for finding recipes and new outfits, kill time while waiting for the football game to be over, and gather ideas for your wedding. “I have too much inspiration,” said no bride ever. But there is a fine line between wants, needs, and reality. Am I right ladies? The truth … Continued
Wedding Planning: Pro Tips Make a wedding binder.Having an entire 3-ring binder dedicated to your wedding planning and communication will be immensely helpful when it comes to sifting through all of the information. Print out any important agreements/changes and put them in there. Separating it into sections for your venue and each of your vendors will be even more helpful. … Continued
Congratulations! You are newly engaged! Time to pull out the Pinterest board you’ve secretly been working on for, oh, maybe a few years or so. Pinterest spoils us so with the endless black hole of scrolling and wedding inspiration! The toughest part of any wedding might actually be pinpointing where to start the planning! Allow us to provide some insight into the wonders … Continued
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
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
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
“Guest List” — while just thinking about those words are enough to send shivers down the spine of any bride planning her wedding, we are on a mission to make sure your planning process goes as smoothly as possible! After all, a stress-free bride is a happy bride! Allow us to share a few tips and tricks we have learned over … Continued
Hey fall brides! Your wedding is over, honeymoon had, and holidays celebrated. Now, to bring on the tedious thank you notes! Here’s a handful of tips to help! Dear ______ 1. If the person(s) attended the wedding start off by thanking them for that. “Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to celebrate our love with us!” 2. Thank … Continued
