Saturday, January 16, 2010

The Engagement Party at Mestads



We know wedding fairs are not for everyone. It can be overwhelming walking into a room full of vendors and not knowing where to start...and standing in long lines while trying to elbow your way through a convention hall.

We also know it can be very convenient to have a bunch of vendors all in one spot, so you are able to get a lot of planning done in a short amount of time.

We thought there has to be a way to bring vendors to one place and have a really laid-back atmosphere that is not overwhelming to walk into. So we started talking to fellow vendors in the St. Cloud area and came up with a new concept. We're calling it "The Engagement (After) Party."

Picture a place with a handful of Central Minnesota's top wedding professionals, looking to give you some tips and advice for planning your wedding. In a casual atmosphere, you'll sip on your favorite beverage while talking to wedding pros about your big day. No high pressure sales...no booths to visit...no long lines to stand in...and free parking.

And what if you were able to win $1,500 worth of jewelry from J.F. Kruse for just showing up? Sound good?

Here are the details:

The Engagement (After) Party

Saturday, January 23rd
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Mestads Bridal and Formal Wear
2716 Division Street
St. Cloud, MN 56301

Mestads is opening their doors after-hours for this special event. Please RSVP before January 21 by calling 320-252-9634.

So stay home this weekend and watch the Vikings game...We'll have all the resources you need next weekend at "The Engagement (After) Party".

Thursday, January 14, 2010

2010 Vendor Awards

The Central Minnesota Wedding Association announced its 2010 Vendor Awards at their meeting on January 14, 2010.

Winners for the awards were nominated in December by recently married couples and industry professionals in the area. The nominations were then sent to a panel of wedding industry experts for review. They were judged on the quality of services they provided and their commitment to their industry and the community.

Congratulations to the 2010 CMWA Vendors of the Year!

Accomodations:
The Pillar Inn

Cakes:
Anna's Wedding Cakes

Catering:
Reichel's Catering

Décor and Rentals:
We've Got It Covered

Music/Entertainment:
Pianist for Parties

Florists:
Blooming Creations

Invitations:
Rengel Printing

Jewelers:
J.F. Kruse

Photo Booth:
Snap Shot Parties

Photography:
Yapuncich Photography

Reception Venue:
The Crown Room

Transportation:
Pearl Limousine

Travel:
Bursch Travel

Tuxedos and Dresses:
Mestads Bridal and Formal Wear

Videography:
Capture Video