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Sunday, September 14th – 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eighth Annual WEDDING FAIR 2008
Crowne Plaza Hotel – Enfield  One Bright Meadow Boulevard, Enfield (Exit 49 off I-91)

40 Exhibitors ~ Fashion Shows ~ Hors D'oeuvres ~ Cake Sampling Valuable prize giveaways 

FASHION SHOW SCHEDULE:   12:30 & 2:30 p.m.

Exclusive On-Site Gown Sale minimum 50 wedding gowns will be available for your preview

 Attend Wedding Planning Seminars to learn tips & trends in the wedding industry

 If you're recently engaged, you don't want to miss the perfect opportunity to meet wedding professionals all in one day…and join in the festivities at the

 Admission is just $4.00 (print this email for 2-for-1 admission)

DETAILED INFORMATION:  www.CTWeddingResource.com

For questions, call (860) 633-2727 or email Corrineweddings@aol.com


Announcing the Ultimate Party Expo.  Everybody loves a party...very few enjoy putting one on.  That's why the best party hosts have a secret, they hire the professionals.  So how do you know who to hire to make you look great at your next party?!? Go to the Hudson Valley Party Expo Sunday September 21st at the Holiday Inn on Executive Boulevard in Suffern, NY.  At the Hudson Valley Party Expo, you'll meet the pro's to help you plan your engagement, corporate event, bar mitzvah or any other party imaginable.  For more information - Jeff Siegel www.HudsonValleyPartyExpo.com  845-791- 4878 x-300



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Events / Shows In Your Area

September 14, 2008 - Wedding Fair - Crowne Plaza Hotel, Enfield
September 17, 2008 -  Surf Club, New Rochelle, NY
September 21, 2008 - A Day Of Elegance Bridal Show - Look Park, Northampton, MA *
September 21, 2008 - Hudson Valley Party Expo - Holidome, Suffern, NY *
September 21, 2008 - Original Wedding Expo - Host Hotel, Sturbridge, MA
September 28, 2008 - Original Wedding Expo - Sheraton Hotel, Braintree, MA
October 5, 2008 - Autumn Bridal Show Spectacular - Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, CT
October 6, 2008 - Radisson Hotel, New Rochelle, NY
October 15, 2008 - The Riverview, Hastings on the Hudson, NY
October 18, 19, 2008 - Original Wedding Expo - Twin River Event Center, Lincoln, RI
October 19, 2008 - Western New England Women's Show - Mass Mutual Center, Springfield, MA *
October 19, 2008 - Autumn Bridal Show Extravaganza - Marriott Hotel, Farmington, CT
October 26, 2008 - ESTOccasions 2nd Annual Bridal Open House - Alumni Center, Storrs UConn Campus *

COMPLETE LIST OF BRIDAL & TRADE SHOWS
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* See The DJ Network or one of it's members at these indicated shows


It’s Time To Be Unique

Take tradition and throw it out of the window.   White table cloths?  Why not green and yellow?  Add a splash of color to your wedding.  Drape the walls with tapestries of various colors.  Turn tradition upside down – create a separate lounge area with leather couches and relaxed seating.  Cigar bar?  Who needs table numbers when you can use song lyrics or vacation names?  Forget floral center pieces.  Put a couple vintage photographs of your family on the table instead.  Peruse the bridal magazines for inspiration and photographer’s websites for ideas.   Work with a wedding planner.  Ask your artsy sister or creative aunt to help out.  Think out of the box and create a unique event all your own.


Something Sounds Different

Not ever DJ or DJ sound system is created equal.  Are they playing vinyl?  CD? Or MP3’s?  Audio quality can be drastically compromised even from one MP3 DJ and the next.  The amount of musical data is vastly different from a typical 128k/s illegal downloaded MP3 and a professionally created 320k/s MP3  (all of our weekly updates are at 320k and most of our vast library has been remastered to the highest level as technology has evolved).  Know what you are getting.  Ask questions.

Does your DJ use the internal sound card from their laptop or a professional external sound card for better quality?  Are they using a $10 wired microphone or a $500 wireless high-quality sounding microphone? 

When it comes to the speaker system setup for your event – again not all things are equal.  If your DJ brings in 2 speakers and either places them on the ground or on stands, it cannot compare to a professionally tuned 4 speaker sound system.    Add to that wireless speakers for your outdoor social hour or the back of the room with larger venues and the room comes alive with sound.  No need to blast those two speakers to ear bleeding levels, the sound will be much more even throughout your banquet hall.   Each room is unique and speaker placement and style should vary based on the room’s acoustics.

Drop us an email and ask us what we’d do for your event when it comes to equipment setup.  There is a reason why when you go to a concert that they bring more than 2 speakers.  Bringing more equipment does not necessarily mean that it will be louder – it’s about allowing people to mingle, talk and enjoy themselves and the music in a balance environment.

Ask your DJ how much they have invested in gear and how old it is.  Many of us spend $5,000 or more each year upgrading, and reinvesting in our great sound.


Juggler/Unicycle/Balloon Animals

You name it and Craig can do it.  He will juggle for you, balance 10 chairs on his chin, ride a unicycle or create unique balloon animals for you and your children. 

Craig is our new addition for our Corporate and Bar Mitzvah clients.  Looking for something unique, give us a call or drop us a line and check Craig's availability.


Liability Insurance

When looking for wedding vendors, it can be a concern laying down a deposit for your photographer, DJ or videographer a year or more in advance of your wedding date.  You really don't know them.  Many do not have large offices or store fronts.  You figure your banquet facility isn't going to disappear in the dead of night with your deposit (although many have in the past few years).  (READ MORE)


Acoustic Guitar - Dave

Looking for an acoustic guitar player for your social hour or rehearsal dinner?  Check out some recent performances by Acoustic Dave.

Friend Of The Devil

Great Pretender

I'm A Believer

Don't Be Cruel

Lovin' You

For further information on Acoustic Dave - CLICK HERE


Super Nanny Open Casting Call - Springfield, MA

Producers from Ricochet Television are hosting an open casting call for the show on Sunday, October 19th from 11:00AM to 4:00PM at The Western New England Women’s Expo at the MassMutual Center (1277 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103)

Interested moms and dads in need of help with their out of control kids may apply from anywhere via www.supernanny.com. Parents can also call 877/NANNY TIME (1-877-626-6984) for more information.


Bartering Services

Exactly what is bartering?  Let's say, we're a DJ and you have a wedding coming up.  You work as an electrician during the week.  We have a house renovation going on and are in need of an electrician.  Hey, I'll do your wedding if you wire my basement.  Yep, that's bartering.  Drop us a line - let us know what you do and you never know - we just might need what you have to offer.  


Wedding Ceremony Aisle Runners

White?  Yeah, that's what most people think of when purchasing an aisle runner for their ceremony.  Is there anything else?  You bet.  Check out www.originalrunners.com for some great custom design ideas that can really jazz up your ceremony.


Custom Wedding Introductions - Your Love Story

"And now for the first time ever Mr. & Mrs. Jones"  Not very personal, eh?  So, why would you want your introductions to be just as boring as the last wedding you went to?  Let's make it a bit more theatrical.  You can choose unique music.  You can even custom design sound clips or a song medley for introductions.  Let's take it even further.

We can create a unique once in a lifetime introduction for you or all your wedding party.  With a bit of information and our creative writing skills, we can tell your love story to your friends and family as part of your introductions.  It takes a bit more effort on your and our part, but it's so much better than "And now for the first time ever Mr. & Mrs. Jones"

Check out our form and try filling in some interesting details about the two of you.  Present it to your DJ Network DJ and let us come up with something for you.  (Additional charge may apply for our efforts)


Your Name In Lights / Custom Gobo Designs

Create a unique and unforgettable moment as you take the dance floor for your first dance.  Custom up-lighting also available to transform your entire wedding venue. 




Please see our lighting video clips here.


Justice of the Peace/Wedding Officiate

I have a gripe.  As the bride & groom, you are expected to arrive in a timely fashion for your ceremony.  When you arrive, you expect the seats to be properly placed, flowers in order and the isle and alter to be ready to go.  In a Church setting, it is the priest or rabbi's responsibility.  At a banquet facility, some of those responsibilities fall on the banquet manager.  So, what is expected of the officiate or JP? 

(READ MORE)


Full Line Of Inflatables and Interactive Games Available Through The DJ Network

The DJ Network has access to a full line of inflatables for our next corporate, school or private event.  Please inquire as to availability and pricing for any of your party needs.

We also offer other options such as photobooth rentals, dunk tanks and so much more.  Email us to inquire.

 


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