tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-47774917937800300082012-02-16T00:39:57.596-08:00Whether you live in Vermont or are planning a destination wedding, let NJoy Event Planning help make your special day magical. Planning professionals with over 30 years of experience help you to relax and NJOY your event, free from stressful details. Our staff will gracefully design, coordinate and produce your special event beyond imagination.NJoy Event Planninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06447473895053332571noreply@blogger.comBlogger121100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4777491793780030008.post-78308368321284684232011-11-20T11:49:00.000-08:002011-12-08T12:04:34.051-08:00<a href="http://birkephoto.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/joan_10.jpg?w=640&amp;h=426" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 640px; height: 426px;" src="http://birkephoto.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/joan_10.jpg?w=640&amp;h=426" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a href="http://birkephoto.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/joan_15.jpg?w=640&amp;h=426" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 640px; height: 426px;" src="http://birkephoto.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/joan_15.jpg?w=640&amp;h=426" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a href="http://birkephoto.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/joan_13.jpg?w=640&amp;h=640" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 640px; height: 640px;" src="http://birkephoto.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/joan_13.jpg?w=640&amp;h=640" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a href="http://birkephoto.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/00430.jpg?w=640&amp;h=426" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 640px; height: 426px;" src="http://birkephoto.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/00430.jpg?w=640&amp;h=426" border="0" alt="" /></a><a href="http://birkephoto.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/joan_1.jpg?w=640&amp;h=484" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 640px; height: 484px;" src="http://birkephoto.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/joan_1.jpg?w=640&amp;h=484" border="0" alt="" /><br /></a><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>For more photos visit <a href="http://birkephoto.wordpress.com/2011/11/18/joan-sam-private-home-south-royalton-vermont/">Birke Photography's Blog</a></div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span"><u><br /></u></span><br /><div><br /></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4777491793780030008-7830836832128468423?l=njoyevents.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NJoy Event Planninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06447473895053332571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4777491793780030008.post-66264415466629090132011-07-11T10:16:00.000-07:002011-12-05T10:34:59.450-08:00<span class="Apple-style-span" ><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); ">Some great photos taken by </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Spencer-Leonard-Photography/147118752395" hovercardx="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=147118752395" style="cursor: pointer; color: rgb(59, 89, 152); text-decoration: none; line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); ">Spencer Leonard Photography</a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); "> of Ilona &amp; Denni's wedding we planned at the beautiful </span><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="cursor: pointer; line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><a href="http://www.theskinnerbarn.com/">Skinner Barn</a></span></span> in Waitsfield, Vermont.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); "> </span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); " ><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); ">Speical thank yous to such a great Bride &amp; Groom! And to some of our favorite wedding vendors, </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); ">Peter Boynton from the Skinner Barn, <a href="http://www.cateringbydale.com/">Catering by Dale</a>, wedding cake by Michelle Hines at <a href="http://www.thecakeryvt.com/">The Cakery</a>, beautiful florals by </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); ">Nancy Murray at </span><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="cursor: pointer; line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); "><a href="http://www.schoolhousegardenfloral.com/services.html">A Schoolhouse Garden</a></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); ">, <a href="http://www.hydeawayinn.com/">Hydeaway Bar Service</a>, <a href="http://www.tophatdj.com/">Top Hat Entertainment</a> and </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="cursor: pointer; line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><a href="http://www.weddingstentsevents.com/">Weddings, Tents &amp; Events</a></span></span> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); "> for helping make this such a special day!</span></span></div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 11px; line-height: 14px; "><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 11px; line-height: 14px; "><br /></span></span><a href="http://blog.spencerleonard.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/skinner24.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://blog.spencerleonard.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/skinner16.jpg" border="0" alt="" style="float: right; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 660px; height: 439px; " /></a><a href="http://blog.spencerleonard.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/skinner24.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://blog.spencerleonard.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/skinner24.jpg" border="0" alt="" style="float: right; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 660px; height: 439px; " /><br /></a><br /><a href="http://blog.spencerleonard.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/skinner16.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://blog.spencerleonard.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/skinner29.jpg" border="0" alt="" style="float: right; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 658px; height: 990px; " /></a><br /><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br />P</div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>l</div><div><br /></div><div>Please visit <a href="http://blog.spencerleonard.com/2011/07/20/skinner_barn_wedding/">Speencer Leonard's Blog</a> for more photos from this beautiful day!</div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4777491793780030008-6626441546662909013?l=njoyevents.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NJoy Event Planninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06447473895053332571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4777491793780030008.post-47965185823250459552011-06-15T10:37:00.000-07:002011-12-05T10:53:15.069-08:00<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6x0bQq7mT7A/Tt0Suvn9plI/AAAAAAAAACo/VnH1SOsacb8/s1600/mikeriddell01.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 212px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6x0bQq7mT7A/Tt0Suvn9plI/AAAAAAAAACo/VnH1SOsacb8/s320/mikeriddell01.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5682718899078800978" /></a><br /><div><span class="Apple-style-span">Rain didn't ruin Michelle &amp; Matt's special day at <a href="http://www.hildene.org/">Hildene</a> in Manchester, Vermont. This stunning event we planned featured gorgeous flowers by <span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); "><a href="http://www.flowersevents.com/">Tara Pollio Floral &amp; Event Design</a>, hotel and pre-wedding dressing at the<a href="http://www.equinoxresort.com/"> </a></span><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="cursor: pointer; line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); "><a href="http://www.equinoxresort.com/">Equin</a></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="cursor: pointer; line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); "><a href="http://www.equinoxresort.com/">ox Resort</a></span></span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/EquinoxResortandSpa" hovercardx="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=88859867202" style="cursor: pointer; color: rgb(59, 89, 152); text-decoration: none; line-height: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); "> </a> and of course, photos by <a href="http://www.michaelriddell.com/">Mike Riddell</a>!<br /><br /></div><span class="Apple-style-span"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://pics.michaelriddell.com/Michelle_Matt/"><b>Photo slideshow by Mike Riddell</b></a></div></span><div><br /></div><div><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-drV9PvGUyDc/Tt0S1IbRloI/AAAAAAAAAC0/U-adxSj2K7k/s320/mikeriddell02.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5682719008815683202" style="float: left; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 210px; " /></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4777491793780030008-4796518582325045955?l=njoyevents.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NJoy Event Planninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06447473895053332571noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4777491793780030008.post-42140465436163396682011-03-14T11:46:00.000-07:002011-03-14T11:59:38.455-07:00<img src="http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy196/NJoyEvents/IrishInspirationBoard.jpg" width="620" /><br /><div align="center"><strong><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;"><br />Clockwise from top left:</span></strong></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">Enniskerry Necklace from </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/69568371/enniskerry-necklace-vintage-button-czech?ref=pr_faveitems"><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">tippystockton</span></a><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">, Lucky notecard from </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/64718092/lucky"><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">LaBelleVieDesign</span></a><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">,<br />Custom Moss Table Number from </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/katenkylie"><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">Katenkylie</span></a><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">, Threshold Slingbacks from </span><a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.bhldn.com/"><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">BHLDN</span></a><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">,<br />Love Birds from </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/65096528"><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">dearjes</span></a><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">, Woodland Boutonniere by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/62254918/"><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">sparkleandposy</span></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4777491793780030008-4214046543616339668?l=njoyevents.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NJoy Event Planninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06447473895053332571noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4777491793780030008.post-12263233336113279432011-03-12T07:34:00.000-08:002011-03-12T08:38:06.645-08:00More and more couples are incorporating a charitable element into their big day - perhaps as individual favor announcements or a general announcement card at each guest table. It's gratifying to see couples generously opening their hearts to others on their wedding day. What a wonderful way to celebrate the love they share - by sprinkling some of that love out to others by doing good. It's got a good vibe to it!<br /><br />Tips: <a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Bcy1OXkemH4/TXuWiIREsQI/AAAAAAAAACc/cHY8xtwFV9Q/s1600/Wedding%2BFavor%2BCard.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 358px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 246px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5583221676134674690" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Bcy1OXkemH4/TXuWiIREsQI/AAAAAAAAACc/cHY8xtwFV9Q/s400/Wedding%2BFavor%2BCard.jpg" /></a><br /><ul><li>The couple should select a charity with deep, personal meaning to them.</li><br /><li>Ask the charity you select if they provide donation cards. Or if you are are creative, get together with your bridesmaids and have a favor making party! </li><br /><li>If you are not crafty, there are numerous lovely shops on Etsy.com that can craft unique favor cards for your wedding, like <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/1313Designs?ref=seller_info">1313 Designs </a>(featured right)</li><br /><li>For suggestions on wording your card, visit <a href="http://www.favorideas.com/favorsayings/index.php?q=contribute">Favor Ideas</a></li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4777491793780030008-1226323333611327943?l=njoyevents.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NJoy Event Planninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06447473895053332571noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4777491793780030008.post-6234812890164123772010-11-16T14:47:00.000-08:002010-11-16T15:03:08.888-08:00<p align="center"><img src="http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy196/NJoyEvents/GroomsGifts.jpg" width="620" /></p><div align="center"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:verdana;"><strong>Clockwise from top:<br /></strong><em>Personalized Hand Stamped Sterling Money Clip</em> by </span></span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/35768759/personalized-hand-stamped-sterling-money"><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">donnaOdesigns</span></a><span style="font-family:verdana;"><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Snowboard pint glass</em> by </span></span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61383721/sticks-and-stones-may-break-my-bones-but"><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">EastMesaDesign</span></a><span style="font-family:verdana;"><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Engraved Multi-Tool Pliers with Flashlight</em> by </span></span><a href="http://www.aperfectwallet.com/engraved-multi-tool-with-flashlight-cc-1162.html"><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">A Perfect Wallet</span></a><span style="font-family:verdana;"><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Ski Ticket Gift Card</em> from </span></span><a href="http://www.stowe.com/tickets/gift_cards/"><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">Stowe Mountain Resort</span></a><span style="font-family:verdana;"><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Hollow Book Safe with Flask Cutout</em> from </span></span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61894481/hollow-book-safe-these-wonderful-people"><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">ConduitPress</span></a><span style="font-family:verdana;"><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Wedding Party Cuff Links</em> from </span></span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/58467100/two-wedding-party-cuff-link-sets"><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;">KristinVictoria</span></a></div><div align="center"> </div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4777491793780030008-623481289016412377?l=njoyevents.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NJoy Event Planninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06447473895053332571noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4777491793780030008.post-17293130777210844982010-11-09T11:00:00.000-08:002010-11-09T08:09:27.088-08:00<div align="left">Julia &amp; Jason's love of Vermont's pastoral beauty, horses, and Lake Memphremagog provided a stunning backdrop for their August 2010 wedding at the <a href="http://www.cliffhavenfarmbedandbreakfast.com/">Cliff Haven Farm</a> in Newport, Vermont. The rustic setting featured an outdoor ceremony and whimsical cocktail time, followed by an elegant reception fit for a King and Queen.</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><br /><div align="left">Our staff at NJoy Event Planning were treated to working with two wonderful families who had us laughing the whole weekend, despite a little rain! And as always, we loved working with such talented vendors as photographer <a href="http://www.sabingratz.com/">Sabin Gratz</a>, floral designer Nancy Murray from <a href="http://www.schoolhousegardenfloral.com/">A Schoolhouse Garden</a>, Jacques &amp; Mimm LeBlanc from <a href="http://www.cliffhavenfarmbedandbreakfast.com/">Cliff Haven Farm Bed &amp; Breakfast</a>, Matt &amp; Maggie from <a href="http://www.vtspiceoflife.com/">Spice of Life Catering</a>, all housed under three spectacular tents from <a href="http://www.vermonttent.com/">Vermont Tent Company</a>.</div><br /><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><p></p><p><img src="http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy196/NJoyEvents/20100821_gregory-001.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy196/NJoyEvents/GregoryWedding2.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy196/NJoyEvents/20100821_gregory-353.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy196/NJoyEvents/GregoryWedding.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy196/NJoyEvents/20100821_gregory-424.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy196/NJoyEvents/GregoryWedding1.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy196/NJoyEvents/20100821_gregory-343.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Venue:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.cliffhavenfarmbedandbreakfast.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Cliff Haven Farm Bed &amp; Breakfast<br /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Wedding Planning:</strong> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/NJoyEvents">NJoy Event Planning<br /></a><strong>Floral Design</strong>: </span><a href="http://www.schoolhousegardenfloral.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">A Schoolhouse Garden<br /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Photography:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.sabingratz.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Sabin Gratz Photography<br /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Caterer and Bar Service:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.vtspiceoflife.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Spice of Life Catering<br /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Officiant:</strong> Mitzi McInnis<br /><strong>Cake:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.irenemaston.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Irene's Cakes by Design<br /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Tent &amp; Rentals:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.vermonttent.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Vermont Tent Company<br /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Linens:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.occasionsvt.com/linens.html"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">The Linen Shop at Occasions<br /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Band &amp; Cocktail Musicians:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.occasionsvt.com/linens.html"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Stardust<br /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Hair &amp; Make-Up:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.cyntheaspa.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Cynthea's Spa<br /></span></a><br /></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4777491793780030008-1729313077721084498?l=njoyevents.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NJoy Event Planninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06447473895053332571noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4777491793780030008.post-90547736966271701952010-11-07T19:38:00.000-08:002010-11-09T07:19:30.952-08:00The second day of our three-day wedding celebration took place on Friday, with a traditional Indian ceremony. We were blessed with sunny skies for the entire weekend, and days of smiles and dancing.<br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/05_KL398-050-Landwehrle.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/042.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/03_KL398-970-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br />Here is Avita getting ready for the ceremony. Isn't she stunning?<br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/111.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br />This photo of Avita with her mother is one of our favorites.<br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/131.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/14-KL398-2184-Landwehrle.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/101.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/151.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br />Avita's parents dancing<br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/16-KL398-1413-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br />Fathers of the Groom &amp; Bride<br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/17-KL398-1465-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/19-KL398-1628-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/20.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/21-KL398-2034-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/23b.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/23c-KL398-2459-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/24.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br />Gwen &amp; Minner Hobbs of <a href="http://www.flowersinseasonvt.com/">Flowers in Season</a> draped sheer fabrics and strung hundreds of orchids to decorate the Mandaap for the ceremony.<br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/23a-KL398-2268-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/26.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/28.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/30.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/33-KL398-2803-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/34.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br />The Groom and his mother.<br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/35-KL398-2963-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/37b-KL398-3081-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/021.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/01-AA-KL398-3020-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br />Community members cooked for days to prepare a traditional Indian wedding feast. The food was amazing!<br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/061.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/39.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br />The couple were then showered in marigold petals as they left for the evening.<br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/40_KL398-3227-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620" /><br /><br />But there is still one more day! Check back soon for photos from <a href="http://www.llphoto.com/">Landwherle Photography</a> of the formal reception!<br /><br /><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Venue:</strong> The Bride's family home in St. Albans, VT<br /><strong>Wedding Planning:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.njoyevent.com/home.htm"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">NJoy Event Planning<br /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Photography:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.llphoto.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Landwherle Photography<br /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Flowers:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.flowersinseasonvt.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Flowers in Season<br /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Food:</strong> prepared by members of the community, served by </span><a href="http://www.dishcateringvt.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Dish Catering<br /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Rentals:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.rainorshinevt.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Rain or Shine Tent and Event Company<br /></span><br /></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4777491793780030008-9054773696627170195?l=njoyevents.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NJoy Event Planninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06447473895053332571noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4777491793780030008.post-193555160404330032010-11-03T11:14:00.000-07:002010-11-05T04:53:36.958-07:00In August we were treated to planning our first Indian/Trinidadian wedding. This three day event started on Thursday with the maticoor ceremony at the Bride's home. Minner & Gwen from <a href="http://www.flowersinseasonvt.com/">Flowers in Season</a> carefully selected traditional flowers for the event and Kathleen Landwherle from <a href="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/">Landwherle Photography</a> beautifully captured the vibrant colors of this special ceremony.<br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/02.jpg" height="460" width="620"/><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/03_KL398-421-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620"/><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/05_KL398-333-Landwehrle.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/08.jpg" width="620"/><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/09_KL398-538-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620"/><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/12.jpg" width="620"/><br /><br /><img src="http://llphoto.landwehrle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/15_KL398-908-Landwehrle.jpg" width="620"/><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4777491793780030008-19355516040433003?l=njoyevents.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NJoy Event Planninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06447473895053332571noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4777491793780030008.post-51518261894135288172010-10-20T06:00:00.000-07:002010-11-12T07:57:36.870-08:00<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_i9W2uTLcQ1k/TL7oGPLqJFI/AAAAAAAAACE/BaZ3o0JTrME/s1600/Sarah%26Sean.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 300px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530112586309837906" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_i9W2uTLcQ1k/TL7oGPLqJFI/AAAAAAAAACE/BaZ3o0JTrME/s400/Sarah%26Sean.jpg" /></a><br />In September we had the pleasure to work with a wonderful family in planning Sarah &amp; Sean's wedding reception at The Barn at Lang Farm. We cannot say enough good things about both the staff and venue at The Barn. What a joy to work with them!<br /><br />The Bride and her mother implemented so many amazing DIY (do it yourself) elements, including gorgeous escort cards and programs, colorful pom-poms to float over their guests, and unique rustic, yet elegant, centerpieces.<br /><br />Please take a moment to check out <a href="http://www.metzgerstudios.com/slideshows/seansarah/">Sarah &amp; Sean's Slideshow</a> of fantastic images from Metzger Studios.<br /><br />More photos to come!<br /><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Venue:</strong> </span></span><a href="http://www.langbarn.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">The Barn at Lang Farm</span></a><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:arial;">, Debbie &amp; Jon Lang<br /></span><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Wedding Planning:</strong> </span></span><a href="http://www.njoyevent.com/home.htm"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">NJoy Event Planning</span></a><br /><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Flowers:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.paintedtulipvt.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">The Painted Tulip</span></a><br /><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Officiant:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.vtvows.com/resources/wedding-officiants/parsonne-annie-alexander-kramerthe-vermont-wedding-officiant"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Annie Alexander-Kramer<br /></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Photography:</strong> </span></span><a href="http://www.metzgerstudios.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Metzger Studios</span></a><br /><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Photobooth:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.bostonphotoboothrental.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Boston Photo Booth Rental</span></a><br /><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Caterer:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.gatheringguide.com/event_directory/vt_vermont/vendor_caterers_catering_37289.html"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Everybody's Caterer</span></a><br /><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Bar Service:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.fluidbarservice.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Fluid Bar Service</span></a><br /><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Cake &amp; Cupcakes:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.vermontcakestudio.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Vermont Cake Studio</span></a><br /><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><strong>Rentals:</strong> </span><a href="http://www.vermonttent.com/"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Vermont Tent Company</span></a><br /><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:78%;"><em>Photo (right) by Meghan Reichelt</em></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4777491793780030008-5151826189413528817?l=njoyevents.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NJoy Event Planninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06447473895053332571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4777491793780030008.post-8606549720818387122010-09-16T19:42:00.000-07:002010-11-12T07:56:34.583-08:00Here is a video <a href="http://www.vimeo.com/7513280">"It's Better With a Planner"</a> Bruce Cullen of <a href="http://www.dreamimagesrlmp.com/">Dream Images</a> real life motion pictures shot last summer of a wedding we did out at Shelburne Farms. What a great day! NJoy!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4777491793780030008-860654972081838712?l=njoyevents.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NJoy Event Planninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06447473895053332571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4777491793780030008.post-17349301666460774512010-08-06T00:45:00.000-07:002010-11-12T07:55:35.751-08:00<div align="left"><br /></div><p align="left"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v136/MegR32/bridesmaidsgifts.jpg" /></p><div align="left"></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Clockwise from top:</strong></span></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Botanical Hair Pin Barrette</em> from the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheFaerieMarket">The Faerie Market</a>, </span></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Aqua Citrine Swarovski Cluster Drop Earrings</em> from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/opheliax">opheliax</a>, </span></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Custom Bridal Gift Set of Clutches</em> from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/CutOutAndCollect">Cut Out And Collect</a>, </span></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Custom Flip Camera</em> from <a href="http://www.cafepress.com/+flip-camcorders">Cafe Press</a>, </span></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Girlfriend Tokens</em> from <a href="http://www.bellomodo.com/product_info.php?cPath=1156_1553&amp;products_id=1000005850">Bello Modo</a>, </span></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Aromatherapy Eye Pillow Set</em> from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/feelgoodessentials">feel good essentials </a></span></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4777491793780030008-1734930166646077451?l=njoyevents.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NJoy Event Planninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06447473895053332571noreply@blogger.com6