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2 Weddings and Engagements of 2014

Haley and HeislerThe marriage of Laura Haley and Chris Heisler took place on June 28th 2014 at St. Michael’s Church in Douglas. Laura is the daughter of Tom and Penny Haley and Chris is the son of Vallerie and Ron Griese and Fred and Gina Heisler. Maid of honour was Jennifer Weller and bridesmaids were Justina Donohue,

Michelle Campbell and Katie Donohue. Best man was Zack Ashick and groomsmen were Evan Johnstone, Kyle Delaurier and Andrew Witt. Ring bearer was the bride’s nephew, William Brown.

Laura and Chris would like to thank their family and friends for sharing their special day with them. It wouldn’t have been the celebration it was without them.

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Barrie-Stufko WeddingAshley Ann Irene Barrie and Luke James Stufko said their vows to each other in front of family and

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Wedding Dress Shopping …has its own traditionsThese days, almost anything goes for wedding attire. Some people choose barefoot and bathing suits on a sundrenched beach. Others may create a theme with wacky outfits to match. Regardless of the fads and far out ideas, the traditional wedding dress is still the mainstay for many brides of all ages and cultural diversity.We’ve asked wedding dress professionals for tips on how to ensure you get the dress of your dreams. Once you’ve already decided what you’re looking for in a wedding dress, you’re ready to find and make it yours. To

make shopping for your wedding dress fun, easy and painless, don’t wear out your shoes walking from store to store in hopes the dress will magically appear.Start with a plan.

DeciDe When to Shop You can’t start looking too early, but you can be too late. Remember that it could take several months for your dress to be ordered and shipped. After it arrives, you’ll still need several weeks for your seamstress to complete alterations. Rule of thumb, start shopping about nine months before your wedding, sooner if you can. But don’t make the mistake of buying right away. “The last thing you want is to think you have your dream dress a year before your wedding only to find out that your real dream dress has just been created.”

DeciDe Where to ShopYour budget may play the biggest role in determining where you will shop. Will you shop at chains or small boutiques? How far will you travel to see a dress? If you want an expensive designer dress, you may have to travel to a major city to actually try it on. However, if you look, you’re sure to find quality shops nearby. Bigger cities offer a variety of shops and boutiques, which will carry gowns from a number of designers, but be prepared to pay for labels.Online shopping is a growing option but be careful. Make sure your dress is sized correctly. This is best done by actually trying it on, which is an option you won’t have. And, if you’re not careful, you could seriously regret

your decision and spend double the money buying a new one.Though many dress shops don’t ask for an appointment, it’s still best

to make one anyway. That way you won’t have to wait around for an hour

while the consultant helps other customers ahead of you. People with appointments will always come first.

Chain stores may not provide the same level of personal service as a boutique, but those stores

will always have another location somewhere nearby, and you can always go to the other one.Some shops will not let you browse freely through the gowns. They’ll ask you for a description of what you’re looking for and then bring you gowns they think match it. If you would rather see everything yourself, it’s best to call and ask first.If there is one near you, big box stores are excellent places to find gowns. They offer dresses to fit every budget, and will usually let you browse through the gowns

as long as you want and try on as many as you want.

“To save money and avoid having a dress hanging around that you will never wear twice,

consider renting a wedding dress. It’s the economical alternative. Men almost always rent

tuxedos - why not rent your wedding dress too?”

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Mr. & Mrs. ColeCasandra (Casey) MacDonald and Daniel (Danny) Cole joined together in marriage on August 30th,

2014 with family and friends in an outdoor ceremony near Stony Plain, Alberta. The bride is the eldest daughter of Jack & Lorraine MacDonald and grew up in the Ottawa Valley just outside of Eganville. The groom, the youngest son of Barry & Edith Cole is from Spruce Grove, Alberta, where the couple currently reside with their two sons, Isaiah (8) & Andrew (5). They met at a recording studio where Danny was working and Casey was visiting. The rest is history, when a year later Danny arrived in

Ontario and they trekked across Canada together from Casey’s home at Mac’s Ce-dar-est to Edmonton, where they began their lives together. The rings that the couple exchanged, were handcrafted by Touchwood Rings in BC and along with crushed abalone shell from Cozumel and quartz from

Algonquin Park, they incorporated cedar from the MacDonald land near Whitetail Golf Club. The dress was designed by the Bride and made from felt and silk, created by Judith Dios who is also from British Columbia. The décor was a funky outdoor Bohemian vibe with multi coloured flags hanging from the massive tent poles, hand-painted signs throughout the grounds, mason jars, blue glass, cedar

and sunflowers; many grown by the couple and the rest harvested by the bridal party the day before the wedding. Prior to the wedding the couple had a pre-honeymoon in the Bahamas where they went on a Yoga/Wild Dolphin adventure retreat. Danny & Casey Cole along with their parents would like to

thank everyone who attended and especially all of those that travelled a great distance to celebrate with them as well as all of their wedding party and family for their tremendous support.

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Take a friend wiTh youYou’ll definitely want an opinion you can trust. But don’t make the mistake of taking your mother, your maid of honour, your bridesmaid, your other bridesmaid, and your other bridesmaid’s little sister. Not only will they get in the way, but none of them will agree on anything.Most likely, at least one of them won’t like whatever dress you’re trying on.It’s best to take one person (or maybe two, like your mother and maid of honor), whose opinion you trust and value.

Take a few snapshoTs of the dresses you love the most so you can keep a record of them. Otherwise it will be impossible to remember the details of every dress you try on. Having photos helps you remember and compare them later so you can narrow down your choice. If you can’t take photos, keep a list of the designer and dress number or name so you can look them up online and save photos that way.

remember To pace yourselfTrying on dresses can turn into a time-consuming experience, and it can also be a workout, so make sure you bring a bottle of water or other hydrating beverage. Just be sure to keep it away from the dresses.Bring photos of dresses you found online or in magazines, if you have any. Even if they’re dresses made by another designer, the shop you’re in may be able to help you look for something similar. A lot of chains have styles that look like dresses by an expensive designer as a cheaper alternative for brides with smaller budgets.

bring your accessories,such as shoes, veil, or jewelry. If you plan to wear it on your wedding day, you’ll want to make sure the dress you choose goes well with it. Keep in mind this might narrow your options.

do some research …so you know what you are looking for. Look at choices for length, sleeve style, necklines, waistlines, and trains. Check what’s possible for certain fabrics

and silhouettes, but don’t rule out gowns of a specific type because they don’t have every detail you want.

You can always have it altered. A good seamstress can do wonders but remember that seamstresses often charge a whole lot for little things, so if you want to change many things about your gown, you may be better off continue your search. Also keep in mind that most of the time, the same dress can be ordered in various colors. Don’t pass up a dress just because it’s stark white and you want champagne, check to see if it’s available in champagne.

don’T leT anyone Talk you inTo anyThing. This is not about a consultant’s commission, it’s about you and your dress to look beautiful. Some sales people will have a genuine interest in helping you find the dress of your dreams. But don’t take a chance, and stick to your own opinion and that of the people you take with you.

don’T be discouragedIt’s normal to try on many, many gowns during your search. It’s better than making a rash decision you’ll regret later. You may even find your dream dress shortly after you start looking, but it’s most likely something you’ll realize later, after looking through many other dresses that didn’t compare to the one you found in the beginning. Expect to try on anywhere between 30 and 150 dresses before finding the final one. Some women try on hundreds. “It’s normal to shop for months and try on many dresses before you find the one that is right for you.”

iT pays To shop aroundWhen you find the dress you want to wear on your special day, take time to shop around for competitive prices before you make your purchase. You might even find the dress you want on sale for considerably less than full retail.

remember To have fun!This is a magical time in your life when you get to try on as many exquisite and expensive dresses as you want. You’ll be the center of attention (at least among your group at the shop) and people will treat you with special kindness because you’re a beautiful bride. Have fun!


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Hamilton - LefebvreRay and Bonnie Hamilton are pleased to announce the engagement of their son Steve to Cindy daughter of Herb and Colette Lefebvre. The wedding is planned for

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Davis-RicciRick and Christine Davis of Arnprior are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Ashley Davis to David Ricci son of Frank and Enza Ricci of Ottawa.

Wedding to be held on September 19, 2015 at St. Anthony’s Church in Ottawa.

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Burgess – PecarskieSteve and Patricia Burgess of Pakenham are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Kelsie Erin to Mark Joseph Pecarskie, son of Michael Pecarskie of Barry’s Bay and Donna Pecarskie of Combermere. Their wedding will take place in October 2015 at the bride’s family farm.

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Dewar - HaybeckerAnnouncing our celebration of love when we, Kourtney Dewar, daughter of John and Lynda Dewar and Gary Haybecker, son of Gary and Karen Haybecker, pledge our love as one on Wednesday October fourteenth, two thousand and fifteen. A beach front wedding at the Grand Bahia

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McLaughlin – RitchieAndy and Lynn McLaughlin are pleased to announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter Jodie Kathleen to Chad Robert son of Ms. Heather Ritchie and Mr. and Mrs. Bob Ritchie. Ceremony will take place

in Renfrew, on June 20, 2015.

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Ross - SchultzNancy & Norm Schultz are pleased to announce the engagement of their son Randy to Meredith Ross the

daughter of John and Jill Ross of St. Thomas.The Wedding is to take place March 2015 on a

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Mudd - TraffordMurray and Donna Mudd along with Don and Joyce Trafford are pleased to announce the engagement of the children Melissa and Chris. Wedding is to take place

in the summer of 2016.

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Friesen - HarrisNathan & Mary Harris are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Zachary to Angnakuluk Maria Friesen, daughter of Michael & Joan Friesen. Zachary & Maria fell in love in Canada’s arctic where Zachary has worked for the past 4 years. The wedding is planned for

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Smith – HiskoMike & Phyllis Hisko are pleased to announce the engagement of their son Jody to Amanda Smith daughter of Ken & Olwen Rousseau. Wedding to take

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Wearing a wedding ring has been a symbol of love and devotion for centuries. In most western cultures, it’s worn on the fourth finger of the left hand, aptly known as the ring finger.

Though wedding rings also represent a multi- billion dollar business, there are many differing beliefs on when this age old tradition actually started. Some suggest the oldest recorded exchange of wedding rings was in ancient Egypt, about 4,800 years ago. Sedges, rushes and reeds were twisted and braided into rings for fingers as well as other decorative

accessories worn by the women of the day.

The circle has long been known as a symbol of eternity, with no beginning or end, in many ancient cultures, including Egypt. The hole in the center of the ring also had significance. It wasn’t just considered a space, but rather a gateway, or door; leading to things and events both known and unknown.

To give a woman a ring signifies never-ending and immortal love.

Braided rings of reeds didn’t last very long and

soon were substituted with rings made of leather, bone or ivory. The more expensive the material, the more love shown to the receiver; the value of the ring also demonstrated the wealth of the giver.

The Romans eventually adopted the ring tradition but with a twist of their own. Instead of giving a ring to a woman as a symbol of love, they used them to signify ownership. Roman men would “claim” their woman with the giving of a ring. Roman betrothal rings were later made of iron and called “Anulus Pronubus.” They symbolized strength and

permanence. It is also said that the Romans were the first to engrave their rings.

It was not until about 860 A.D. that Christians used rings in marriage ceremonies. It was not the simple plain band of today, but was usually highly decorated with engraved doves, lyres, or two linked hands. The Church discouraged decorative rings as being ‘heathenish’ and, around the 13th century, wedding and betrothal rings were considerably simplified. With a simple, more spiritual look rings became known as a “symbol of the union of hearts.”

Wedding ring tradition has changed over the ages


Throughout history wedding rings have been worn on different fingers, even the thumb, and on both the left and right hands. A tradition believed to have come from Roman times says the wedding ring is worn on the left hand ring finger because it was thought that a vein in the finger, known as the ‘Vena Amoris’ or the ‘Vein of Love’ was directly connected to the heart. Science has since proven this to be false. Regardless of the facts of anatomy, the myth is still regarded by many hopeful romantics as the number one reason rings are worn on the fourth finger.

There are other theories behind the ring being worn on the left hand. Early Christian marriages had a ritual to wear the wedding ring in the third finger. As a priest recited during the binding ,”

In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit”, he would take the ring and touch the thumb, the index finger, and the middle finger; then, while uttering “Amen”, he would place the ring on the ring finger, which sealed the marriage.

A more practical theory is that the soft metal (traditionally gold for wedding rings) gets less wear and tear on the third finger of the left hand as most of the world is right handed. The fourth finger on the left hand is probably the least used finger on a person’s hands. The smallest finger, the pinkie, provides less surface area to decorate, which may have motivated people to use the next finger, which is roughly the size of the other fingers.

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Cavanagh – HarrowerMrs. Christine Cavanagh and the late Cecil Cavanagh of Kinburn are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Kendra Alicia to Michael William Harrower son of Mr. and Mrs. John Harrower of Painter, Virginia.

The wedding will be held this spring in Kinburn.

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Neville - EnrightPaul and Louise Neville and Barry and Jane Enright are thrilled to announce the engagement of their children Kathryn Patricia and Sean Patrick. The wedding will take place on August 15, 2015 at St. Michael’s Church in Douglas. We are looking forward to an exciting year ahead!

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Plouffe– RenwickRicky and Lisa are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Sheena Anne Plouffe to Corey Joel Renwick, son of Rod Renwick and Carlotta Cross. Wedding to take place on June 13, 2015 at the

Britannia Yacht Club Ottawa, ON.

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Barnes – McIntyreGary and Anne McIntyre, Sandpoint, are delighted to announce the engagement of their son Adam Michael to Kelly Anne, daughter of Tony and Sharon Barnes, North Sydney, Cape Breton. The wedding will take place on July 18th, 2015 in Halifax, Nova Scotia where the happy

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Cavanagh – WilsonJim and Beth Cavanagh of Kinburn, along with Don and Lynn Wilson of Woodlawn, are excited to announce the engagement of their children Ashley Elizabeth Cavanagh to

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A true love storynever ends.


Tanguay – KearnsBen (Jr) and the late Shelley Tanguay of Arnprior are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Stacey to Jordan, son of Mark and Darlene Kearns of Quyon. Sadie is thrilled and excited for her mom and Jordan to marry.

Wedding will take place in Arnprior on June 27, 2015.

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Plascott-SchubrinkHenry and Sharilyn Plascott of Pakenham are elated to announce the engagement of their daughter Stephanie to Derrick, son of Anita and the late Eric Schubrink of Stewartville. A beautiful Fall wedding celebration for September 5, 2015 to be held at the Mill of Kintail, reception

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Verch – FarrellGordie and Susan Verch are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Kaitlyn Verch to Brad Farrell son of Blair and Lana Farrell. A Summer 2016

wedding is planned.

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Hamilton – van Wyk Ray and Bonnie Hamilton are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsay Hamilton, to Andrew van Wyk, son of Wayne & Lori van Wyk.

A June 2015 wedding is planned.

“In dreams and in love there are no impossibilities”

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Gillot – McFarlandJack Dillon and Diane Dillon of Renfrew are happy to announce the forthcoming marriage of their granddaughter, Kirstyn Gillott, daughter of Mark and Lisa Gillott of Kingston to Andrew McFarland, son of Brian and Nicole McFarland

of Odessa. Wedding to take place on August 22, 2015.

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Make your engagement photoshoot a successEngagement photos vary depending on

the couple. Often reserved for save-the-date cards and now commonly used to spruce up wedding websites, engagement photos can range from formal shoots in which couples are dressed to the nines to more laid back shots featuring couples in more everyday attire.

When planning an engagement shoot, couples should give themselves carte blanche with regard to style, as the photoshoot need not follow many of the more accepted rules that the wedding itself will ultimately adhere

to. Once couples have settled on a style for their photoshoot, there are additional ways to ensure the session is a success.

• Find a photographer who shares your sensibilities. Photographers can vary greatly in style, and an engagement photoshoot will be most successful when couples find a photographer whose style matches the theme they are looking for with their photoshoot. You likely would not hire a nature photographer to photograph a basketball game, so don’t hire someone who

specializes in posed shots if you want your photos to be more lively and spontaneous. Before you hire anyone, ask for samples of each photographer’s work to be certain you’re getting someone who has experiencing shooting the type of photos you want to take.

• Solicit ideas from the photographer. Some couples already know exactly where they want their engagement photos to be shot and which poses they want to be arranged. However, many couples have little or no experience with professional

photoshoots, and such couples should solicit ideas from each photographer they are considering hiring. A skilled and/or seasoned photographer should propose several ideas. Be wary of photographers who offer little input, as you may ultimately be dissatisfied with their work once the shoot has come and gone.

• Avoid studio shots. Many couples prefer their engagement photos be taken somewhere they have a personal connection to, such as the sight of their first date or a park they frequently visit.

Studio photoshoots might provide the best lighting, but couples have no connection to such spaces, and down the road they may regret not taking the photos in someplace that’s a little more meaningful. In addition, a photoshoot outside the studio affords couples and their photographer more opportunities to experiment and improvise, which can produce a wider array of shots than a studio photoshoot is likely to deliver.

• Don’t forget candid shots. Candid shots make the photoshoot more fun and loosen couples up a little bit. Many engagement photos will never be seen by anyone other than the photographer and the couple he or she is shooting, so don’t be bashful during candid shots for fear of being embarrassed down the road. Have fun with the candid shots, and your other photos are likely to come out better as a result.

An engagement photoshoot should be fun and reflect the personalities of the couple. A few simple strategies can ensure couples’ shoots accomplish both of those things.


Mellema - MelansonNoreen and John Mellema and Beth and Barry Melanson are pleased to announce the engagement of their children Tara

Grace and Matthew James.

Wedding to take place at the United Church in Arnprior on October 10, 2015.

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Reddy – McCormickEvelyn and Kerry Reddy are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter Erica to Travis McCormick. Travis is the son of Tracey and Paul McCormick of Arnprior. Wedding will take place August 15, 2015 at Barnet Cottage

Calabogie Ontario.

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Trafford – PayneJoyce & Don Trafford are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Katie Elizabeth to Dustin

Jacob, son of Danielle & the late Roger Payne.

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Dodge – ScheelRob and Elizabeth Dodge of McNab/Braeside Township are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Katie to Josh Scheel, son of Arlene Scheel (Randy Beck) of Woodlawn and Paul Scheel of Shawville, Que. Wedding

to be held June 13, 2015 in Pakenham.

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Holmes - LeggConnie and Doug Legg are pleased to announce the engagement of their son Jordan to Megan, daughter of

Colombe and Ron Holmes.Wedding to take place July 24th 2015 at Perth Ontario.

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Unger - HupertDuane and Shirley Unger of Bancroft Ontario and Tom Huppert of Ottawa and Lesley Gent of Arnprior are excited to announce the engagement of their children Andrea Lynn Unger to Michael Thomas Huppert. Wedding to take place

February 2016 in Mexico.

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Couples must make a host of important decisions when planning their weddings. Some decisions, such as choosing a venue to host the reception, require more effort and research on the part of couples than others.

One decision that couples must make carefully concerns the photography package they choose for their ceremonies and receptions. Wedding photographers play a big role on a couple’s big day, and it’s important that men and women about to tie the knot consider a host of factors before choosing the men or women they will ultimately task with visually documenting their wedding days.

• Engagement photoshoot: Couples who want to do an engagement photoshoot may want to negotiate such a shoot into their photography package. Some agencies include engagement shoots in their packages while others do not. If the engagement photoshoot is on your list of needs, then look for an agency that provides such services as part of its packages or agencies willing to include the engagement photoshoot for free or for an added fee.

• Party size: The number of people on the guest list should factor into your choice of wedding photographer. If your guest list is especially large, then you might want to consider hiring two or more

photographers to document the day. Many agencies offer separate packages for couples who want one photographer and couples who prefer two or more photographers, so it pays to examine the price differences between such packages to see if more than one photographer can fit into your budget. Couples with relatively small guests lists can typically get by with just a single photographer to document their ceremonies and receptions.

• Travel: When discussing a wedding photography package, ask how much travel is included in the package. This is important for couples whose ceremonies are in a separate location from their

receptions. If the distance between the ceremony site and the reception venue is considerable, you may have to pay extra for the photographer to travel between both sites. While a reasonable amount of travel is typically included in a photography package, it’s best that you confirm this prior to signing an agreement.

• Videography: Many photography agencies also offer videography services in some of their wedding packages. Videography can be a great way for couples to document their wedding days, and it can be fun for couples to watch their wedding videos with their families down the road.

Factors to consider when choosing a wedding photography package


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If music be the food of love, play on… Making the right sounds for your receptionMusic enhances many life experiences. And when it comes to weddings, music can make or break the reception party. Done right, music will energize your celebration, heighten romance, and inspire guests to dance the night away. The key ingredient is to ensure you have the right music to create the atmosphere you’re after.Do you want music at different times during the day or is it all about the reception? There are many options, either live or deejay, and equally as many price ranges. The best way to find the perfect band or deejay for your reception is from first-hand experience. Have you been to a wedding, social event, or bar where the band kept the guests partying all night long? Were you all smiles until the very last dance? Then get the band's name and contact info.If you are looking for subtle after ceremony music, you can look for duos and solo artists online that perform weddings. Take the time to listen to them, preferably in person, to be sure they set the mood you’re looking for.It’s a good idea to poll your recently married friends to find out how their wedding band or deejay performed. Word of mouth is still the most trusted way to get the great musicians.Regardless of who is making the music, you have the right call the tune. Provide a “do-not-play” list with whatever songs you consider “bad” on it. Ask that those songs not be played, even if a guest requests them. Remember, it’s your party and you shouldn’t have to listen to music you don’t like!As with caterers and other service providers, bands or deejays should be set up well in advance of guests arriving at the reception.If you have included your entertainers on your dinner list, make sure they eat dinner when you and your guests are eating dinner. While food is being served, you can request a specific playlist or just ask for background songs or whatever you like. Most bands can also provide recorded music during the meal and for breaks. Make sure it’s playing softly so people can chat over dinner.Some bands will provide laid back, live music during dinner. They will eat beforehand or separately to ensure a seamless flow of music during dinner.Make sure you plan with the deejay or bandleader what song you’ll be “introduced” to. After you’re introduced, the deejay, bandleader or master of ceremonies should ask the other guests to join you on the dance floor for that song.

SIze MatterSIf you plan to have a live band, consider your reception room size and your crowd before making your choice. An intimate space won’t fit a 22-piece orchestra, and a 3-piece combo may not cut it for 400 people. Oddly enough, musicians and deejays are roughly the same price in many cases. For bands, reception

music fees are set by the number of performers, day of the week, and time of day. The more pieces in your band, the higher the cost. The same is not true for a deejay, who may work alone or with a partner. Keep in mind that top entertainers are booked well in advance, so if there is someone you really want at your reception, make sure to book them when you get your hall. It’s advisable to book up to a year in advance. The sooner you make arrangements, the better your chances of landing exactly the act you want. Bands and deejays are typically contracted for four or five hours, but if you think your reception might last longer, consider booking them for more time up front. You may be able to hire for the event, rather than for contracted hours, in which case you could avoid overtime charges that way too. It’s also a good idea to check with your site manager to see if there are time-of-day restrictions on music or limits on noise levels. Though your band or deejay will take a break during the night, make sure they know you’ll want to fill this time. A deejay or band can just throw on a compilation of your favorite music, or you may be able to coordinate the break time with the toasts. There are a few parts of your reception you’ll need to decide in advance: Who will lead the entertainment? Will you have an master of ceremonies or do you want your deejay or bandleader to announce the wedding party and reception events? If you have an emcee, make sure the entertainment knows their sole duty is turning out tunes. Whoever you choose, make sure they have information. Write down people’s names (with pronunciations), wedding roles, and their relationship to you (groom’s brother, bride’s parents, and so on). The band or deejay will need to know how you want to handle a few key dances, that is, your first dance, your last dance, any of the parent dances, and possibly the cake-cutting song. As most weddings involve people of all ages, it’s best to offer variety. Ask your musicians or deejay to play songs that cover a variety of genres. As the evening progresses and curfew-bound relatives start to say adieu, feel free to rock the house with your favorite age-appropriate tunes.

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Many brides anxiously await their opportunity to dance with dear old Dad at their wedding receptions. One of the more beloved wedding traditions, the father-daughter dance is an often touching moment for fathers, new brides and guests alike. Though fathers and their daughters can choose whatever song they'd like for their special dance together, the following are some of the more popular songs for this special event.

• "TheWayyouLookTonighT"– Frank Sinatra

• "MygirL" – The Temptations

• "isn'TsheLoveLy" – Stevie Wonder

• "WonderfuLTonighT" – Eric Clapton

• "haveiToLdyouLaTeLy" – Rod Stewart

• "BuTTerfLykisses" – Bob Carlisle

• "overTherainBoW"– Israel Kamakawiwo'ole

• "youaresoBeauTifuL" – Joe Cocker

• "unforgeTTaBLe" – Nat King Cole

• "daughTers" – John Mayer

• "faTheranddaughTer" – Paul Simon

• "daughTer" – Loudon Wainwright

• "LandsLide" – Fleetwood Mac

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Mr. & Mrs. HaselhanOn July 12, 2014, after being together for eight years, Krystal McCallum and Mitchell Haselhan

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Mr. & Mrs. MorrisOn September 19th 2014 at 6:00pm Natalie Heather Turcotte and Christopher Donald Morris were united in marriage by Mr. Keith Langly at Lago Bar and Grill in Ottawa. It was a beautiful crisp

September day for their cocktail style wedding. The bride and groom planned this style of wedding to give their guests the opportunity to mingle and socialize without the restraint of having a sit down

dinner. The theme was baseball, with yellow and grey accents, which perfectly complimented the bride and grooms style. Friends and family partied the night away until the last song was played.The couple was accompanied by two attendants each. Natalie’s matron of honor was her cousin

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Mr. & Mrs. JacksonEmily Dawn Mann and Timothy Basil Jackson exchanged wedding vows on July 26, 2014 in a ceremony officiated by Father Kerry Brennan at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Renfrew, Ontario. Emily is

the daughter of Karl and Theresa Mann of Renfrew and Tim is the son of John and Ann Jackson of Russell, Ontario. Friends and family from as far away as Indonesia, Texas and Sault Ste. Marie joined the couple on

their special day. The beautiful bride wore a Maggie Sottero strapless fit and flare gown with a waterfall train and a veil edged in crystals. The bridesmaid wore royal blue cocktail length dresses accented with lime green

bouquets. Standing for the bride were Maid of Honour, Abigail Vaillancourt-Vaughan (friend of the bride), and bridesmaids, Chantal Lajeunesse and Jessica Nanne (friends of the bride), Kate Jackson (sister of the groom) and Chanel Nakla (cousin of the bride). Standing for the groom were Best Man, Brian Burns (friend of the groom),

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(cousins of the bride), wore long white dresses with pick up style skirts and royal blue sashes. They carried white baskets filled with lime green flowers. Wedding music was provided by Trisha DeCoeur (vocalist), Pat Maloney

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