Planner WEDDING & RECEPTION PLANNER Fill out the form below and click on “Submit” at the bottom. Just fill in the blanks that are needed. A wedding day is very special for every Bride and Groom. There are no hard and fast rules regarding wedding day protocol; no right or wrong ways to celebrate this very special occasion. This is your day and our ultimate goal is to make you happy!. Based on our years of experience, we will make suggestions and recommendations. In the end it is your decision how your wedding and reception will be organized, which announcements will be made, and what type of music will be played. Do not hesitate to email or call our office to discuss any questions you may have while filling out this form. Bride’s NameBride’s Daytime Phone NumberBride’s Evening Phone NumberBride’s Email AddressBride’s Street Address Bride’s City Of Residence Bride’s State Of Residence Bride’s Zip Code Of Residence Groom’s NameGroom’s Daytime Phone NumberGroom’s Evening Phone Number*Groom’s Email Address* Groom’s Street Address* Groom’s City Of Residence* Groom’s State Of Residence* Groom’s Zip Code Of Residence* *Leave blank if information is same as Bride’s. Wedding & Reception Date (Sample: January 4, 2004)Reception Start TimeReception End TimeOur Reception Will Be Held At The Following Venue Venue Phone Number Our Reception Will Be Held In The Following City & State I expect No. of People to Attend. The Ceremony Pre-Ceremony Music This is the music that will be played as your guests arrive and await the beginning of the Ceremony. (Suggestion: Classical or New Age (Kenny G, Enya, etc.) is appropriate. Just prior to the ceremony, the Groom and his Groom’s Men will gather at the front to await the arrival of the Bride and her entourage.) Other Type of Music ? Procession of Bride’s Maids and Maid/Matron of Honor This is the music that will be played as your Flower Girl, Bride’s Maids, and Maid/Matron of Honor walk down the isle. (Suggestion: Pachelbel’s Canon In D.) Other ? Bride’s Entrance This is the music that will be played as Bride walks down the isle. (Suggestion: The Wedding March (also known as Here Comes The Bride). This is the most traditional of songs, however you may wish to walk down the isle to another song. The choice is personal and one that you are free to make. Other ? Bride and Groom’s Exit This is the music that will be played after the ceremony has finished, as Bride and Groom make their exit to take photographs and make their way to the reception. (Suggestion: The Bridal Chorus. This is the most traditional of songs, however you may wish to exit the ceremony to another song. The choice is personal and one that you are free to make. Other ? Special Instructions(List any special request songs and the occasion to be played here) The Reception About Your Grand Entrance: It is up to you to decide who will and will not be announced during the Grand Entrance. It is your choice whether or not to announce Grandparents, Parents, Flower Girl, Ring Bearer, etc.. Your decision may be influenced by factors such as who is in attendance or an individual’s health and mobility. These decisions are yours and should not be questioned by friends or family.Grand Entrance Song This is the song that will be played as the Bridal Party is being announced into the reception hall. Other song or write “NONE”: If they are to be announced, please indicate the proper way to introduce your Grandparents and Parents. Examples: Mr. and Mrs.: “Brian and Janet Jones” Mr. and his wife: “Brian Jones” and Doreen” Mr. escorting: “Brian Jones” “Denise Smith” Mrs. and her husband: “Brenda Allen” and “Bill” Mrs. escorted by: “Brenda Allen” “John Williams” Do Not Announce Bride’s Grandparents (Mother’s Side) Announce/Do not announce Bride’s Grandparents (Mother’s Side if more than 1 couple) Announce/Do Not Bride’s Grandparents (Father’s Side) Announce/Do Not Bride’s Grandparents (Father’s Side if more than 1 couple) Announce/Do Not Bride’s Parents Announce/Do Not Bride’s Parents if more than 1 couple Announce/Do Not Groom’s Grandparents (Mother’s Side) Announce/Do Not Groom’s Grandparents (Mother’s Side if more than 1 couple) Announce/Do Not Groom’s Grandparents (Father’s Side) Announce/Do Not Groom’s Grandparents (Father’s Side if more than 1 couple) Announce/Do Not Groom’s Parents Announce/Do Not Groom’s Parents (If more than 1 couple) Announce/Do Not You may have your Bridal Party announced by First Names only, or First and Last Names. Please spell all names phonetically so your emcee will pronounce everyone’s name correctly. Use as many of the spaces as necessary to list Bride’s Maids and Groom’s Men. BRIDE Flower Girl Bride’s Maids escorted by… Bride’s Maids escorted by… Bride’s Maids escorted by… Bride’s Maids escorted by… Bride’s Maids escorted by… Bride’s Maids escorted by… Bride’s Maids escorted by… Bride’s Maids escorted by… Bride’s Maids escorted by… GROOM Ring Bearer Groom’s Man Groom’s Man Groom’s Man Groom’s Man Groom’s Man Groom’s Man Groom’s Man Groom’s Man Groom’s Man Maid of HonorBest Man Bridal CoupleMr. and Mrs. Bride & Groom’s First Dance (Suggestion: Do your First Dance right after your grand entrance while the main focus of attention is on you) Other First Dance Song Prayer ? Yes/No Dinner Service What Syle (Buffet etc.) Dinner Music (Suggestion: A mix of Light Jazz and Love Songs at a volume that will allow you and your guests to enjoy your dinner conversation) Light Dinner Music ? Yes/No Bride/Father and Groom/Mother Dance Songs Timing (Suggestion: Have the Bride and Groom dances with your parents right after dinner, before the guests start dancing) Yes/No/When ? Bride/Father Dance Song Groom/Mother Dance Song Cake Cutting ? When? Toast (Suggestion: Do your Toast right before Dinner or right before the Cake Cutting) When? Bouquet Toss (Suggestion: Do your Bouquet and Garter Tosses immediately after the cake cutting) When ? Garter Toss (Suggestion: Do your Bouquet and Garter Tosses immediately after the cake cutting) When ? Last Dance Song (Suggestion: It is helpful to pick a “Last Dance Song” if you have a scheduled exit) Song Titel and Artist: Ice Breakers (An “Ice Breaker” is a song or activity that we use to loosen up your guests and get them out on the dance floor. Such songs and activities include: The Chicken Dance, the Macarena, the Electric Slide, the Hokey Pokey, the YMCA, etc.. Even though you may not think that it is appropriate to do the Chicken Dance, many of your guests may actually be looking forward to it. Suggestion: It is best to keep an open mind regarding these activities and follow the judgement of your dj/emcee as to the degree it may enhance the quality of your special event. As always, the final decision is yours as to which activities and formalities are welcome at your event!) Ice Breakers ? Song/Activity Requests (List any special request songs here) The Dollar Dance (The “Dollar Dance” is a special dance that found it’s way to our area from the North Eastern United States. This dance is optional and should be done only if the Bride and Groom are comfortable. The way it works is as follows: the emcee invites your guests to dance with the Bride and Groom, for a price. The Maid/Matron of Honor and the Best Man are usually the designated money collectors as your guests line up for an opportunity to “buy” a dance with you. The money collected may be used for your honeymoon, or whatever!) Dollar Dance Yes/No ? Song Titles and Artist ? Special Requests and Instructions