in benzie county 2015-2016 - Simply Exquisite by the Bay

IN BE NZI E COUNT Y
2015-2016
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Cover Photo | Lux Light Photography | LuxLightPhotography.com
table of contents
Your Wedding in Benzie County
is a guide designed to help you
navigate the waters and chart
your wedding in beautiful Benzie
County. We hope you find this
tool useful in planning your Up
North Wedding.
Wedding Planning Checklist ......................4-5
Their Story: Kerri & AJ...................................8-9
Your Vendor Information .......................... 10-11
Their Profile: Dayna & Brandon..............16-17
Budget Expense Record.................................. 18
Area Map........................................................22-23
Calendar................................................................24
advertiser index
A. Papano’s Pizza................................................. 7
Aubrey Ann Parker Photography............Back
BaySide Printing Inc..........................................12
Beyond Salon.......................................................19
This publication is
Birchwood Flowers.............................................12
designed & printed by:
By the Bay Transportation............................... 2
Meredith
McNabb
Cabbage
Shed........................................................ 3
Graphic Design
City of Frankfort Beach..................................... 7
mere@baysideprintinginc.com
Crystal Lake Catering Company...................15
ph 231.352.4440 fx 231.352.6380
Crystal Lake Emporium Antiques...............20
515 Main Street | PO Box 1124
Crystal Lake Golf Course.................................19
Frankfort, Michigan 49635
Crystal Mountain Resort and Spa................14
231.352.4440 | Frankfort, MI
Elberta Life Saving Station..............................13
mere@baysideprintinginc.com
Garden Theater....................................................21
GJ’s Rentals Inc....................................................14
Grow Benzie........................................................... 7
Ad Sales:
Kittleson Cakes....................................................12
Kristine Mills
Oliver Art Center............................Inside Front
yourbenziecountywedding@gmail.com
Perfect Day Pictures........................................... 6
Rayan Anastor Photography........................... 3
Robert Bushway Photography.......................15
Simply Exquisite by the bay, LLC.................13
Stormcloud Brewing Company.....................21
Sweet Seats Chair Covers, LLC....................... 6
Take Action Photos...........................................20
The Hotel Frankfort...........................................19
231.651.0058
Victoria’s Floral Design ..................................... 6
Photo | Robert Bushway Photography
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Pre & Post Wedding Wine Tours
Bachelorette Scavenger Hunts
Rehearsal Dinner Shuttle
Reception Shuttle
Wedding Photo Tours
Traverse City’s Original Sightseeing Tour Company
BACHELORETTE TOURS
GROUPS & INDIVIDUAL
Old Mission Peninsula
Leelanau Peninsula Wine Tours
Featuring:
17 Vehicles
Shuttle Buses
Limo Bus
Private Cars
Scavenger Hunts • Bachelorette Party’s
www.bythebaytc.com Largest Premier Wedding Transportation
s and special memories since 2
Helping To Make Great Days And Special Memories Since 2001
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waterfront pub
& restaurant
231.352.9843
231.352.0225
198 FRANKFORT AVE.
ELBERTA, MICHIGAN
cabbageshed.com
We would love to host your event,
whatever the occasion!
wedding receptions | rehearsal dinners
holiday, anniversary & private parties
two venues | inside & outside
lower patio holds 200 people
backroom accommodates 100 people
meals from $9.95/person
buffet or plated options available
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wedding planning checklist
12 Months
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Start your research: visit wedding blogs for inspiration, pictures, and ideas
Decide on a budget
Create your wedding website
Choose and hire a wedding coordinator, if desired
Finalize your date
Secure and reserve ceremony and reception venue
Start shopping for a dress
Think about guest list size
Secure a block of rooms for out of town guests
9 Months
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Start compiling your guest list
Research vendors: Catering, Photographers, Band/DJ, Florist, Cake Designer
Choose your wedding party
Add room accommodations to your wedding website
8 Months
o Reserve your Caterer
o Reserve Band or DJ and book ceremony music
o Buy your wedding dress
6 Months
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Reserve Florist & Photographer
Finalize Guest List
Select Invitations and Send Out Save-the-Date cards if desired
Book wedding Officiant
Begin researching honeymoon options
4-5 Months
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Mail wedding invitations
Find and order accessories such as bridal shoes, veil and lingerie
Create your wedding gift registry, add to your website
Find and order bridesmaids’ dresses
Order cake
Choose a salon near the wedding site or a stylist that will travel
Reserve a room for your wedding night
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Finalize wedding day transportation
Schedule rehearsal and choose rehearsal dinner location
Order or make wedding favors
Purchase wedding rings
Purchase/Reserve Grooms attire
2-3 Months
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Write vows and select readings
Create wedding day timeline
Have dress fitting
Decide on a hairstyle
Finalize menu with caterer
Discuss photo wish list with photographer
Mail rehearsal dinner invites
Have a trial run with hair and make up
Bridal Shower
Purchase guest book
1 Month
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Get Marriage License, request copies
Finalize and print programs
Call guests that haven’t RSVP’d
Have final dress fitting
Buy wedding party gifts
Plan and make welcome bags for out of town guests if desired
2 Weeks
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Finalize head count with caterer
Make escort cards and menus
RELAX and enjoy a spa day!
Write toasts
Send final payments, set aside cash for tipping
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Finalize seating plan
Assign specific responsibilities-handing out corsages and boutonnieres
Pick up dress or have it delivered
Confirm details with coordinator
Confirm honeymoon arrangements, give itinerary to a friend or family
member in case of an emergency
Pack for honeymoon
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BENZIE COUNTY'S ONLY STOREFRONT WEDDING & TUXEDO SHOWROOM
Specializing in
FRESH FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS • TUXEDO RENTALS • SPECIALTY LINEN RENTAL
GOURMET HOMEMADE ICE CREAM • FULL SERVICE WEDDING PLANNING.
Visit our Wedding Showroom and browse thousands of wedding rental items.
Find Us Here!
231.882.5144 • 7117 South St., Benzonia, MI 49616 • VictoriasFloralDesign.com
Perfect Day Pictures
PHOTO BOOTH RENTAL
The VERY BEST in Photo Booth Equipment
ULTRA Flattering Lighting
HIGH QUALITY Single or Duplicate Photo Strips
CUSTOM Backgrounds & Graphics
231.352.6166
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PerfectDayPictures.net
UNIQUE EVENT VENUE
200 INDOOR SEATING CAPACITY
OUTDOOR TENT SPACE
COMMERCIAL KITCHEN
TRACEY SCHEIFELE
FACILITIES MANAGER
TRACEY@GROWBENZIE.ORG
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W W W . G R O W BENZ IE. ORG
231.882.2300
Beulah
Offering Rehearsal Dinner,
Pre & Post Reception Options
Delivery Optional • Call Ahead
Dreaming of an
Up North
Beach Wedding?
To Reserve Frankfort Beach
for Your Ceremony
Contact Shannon at
231.352.7117 or
ssanchez@cofrankfort.net
photo courtesy DanandMelissaPhotography.com
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kerri & aj
August 16, 2014
CEREMONY | Elberta Beach
RECEPTION | Elberta Life Saving Station, Elberta, MI
PHOTOGRAPHER | Robert Bushway Photography
COORDINATION/FLORAL DESIGN | Simply Exquisite by the Bay, llc
CATERER | Crystal Lake Catering Co.
Picked along
the shores of
Lake Michigan a
wildflower bouquet
compliments the
pristine beauty that
surrounds us on
the lush dunes of
Elberta Beach.
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Clockwise | Local wildflowers enhance
the beauty of the surroundings at the
Elberta Life Saving Station. | A simple
beach wedding can accommodate any
size guest list with minimal decor that
allows the natural beauty to speak for
itself. | Step out on the deck to enjoy
the sunset and dance under the stars. |
The path to new beginnings down the
Elberta Beach Boardwalk. | Cheers.
Guests enjoy a freshly prepared meal
and relaxing evening at the Elberta Life
Saving Station.
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vendor information
Cake Baker/Desserts
name: _______________________________________________________
email: _______________________________________________________
phone: _______________________________________________________
Caterer
name: _______________________________________________________
email: _______________________________________________________
phone: _______________________________________________________
Ceremony Venue
name: _______________________________________________________
email: _______________________________________________________
phone: _______________________________________________________
Dressmaker
name: _______________________________________________________
email: _______________________________________________________
phone: _______________________________________________________
Florist
name: _______________________________________________________
email: _______________________________________________________
phone: _______________________________________________________
Musician/DJ
name: _______________________________________________________
email: _______________________________________________________
phone: _______________________________________________________
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Officiant
name: _______________________________________________________
email: _______________________________________________________
phone: _______________________________________________________
Photographer
name: _______________________________________________________
email: _______________________________________________________
phone: _______________________________________________________
Reception Venue
name: _______________________________________________________
email: _______________________________________________________
phone: _______________________________________________________
Printer
name: _______________________________________________________
email: _______________________________________________________
phone: _______________________________________________________
Videographer
name: _______________________________________________________
email: _______________________________________________________
phone: _______________________________________________________
Wedding Planner
name: _______________________________________________________
email: _______________________________________________________
phone: _______________________________________________________
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let us help you tie the knot!
CUSTOM WEDDING INVITATIONS
SAVE-THE-DATES | THANK YOU NOTES
PROGRAMS | PLACE CARDS | SEATING CHARTS
PERSONALIZED NAPKINS, STEMWARE & FAVORS
515 MAIN | FRANKFORT, MI | 231.352.4440 | Art@BaysidePrintingInc.com
I have a home-based business in Frankfort, MI. I am a
retired home-economics teacher and have baked
cakes for over 30 years. My aim is to please and I will
do my best to make your cake a special part of your
wedding. I look forward to hearing from you.
- Phyllis Kittleson
231-352-9944 home 231-499-1943 cell
kittlesoncakes.wordpress.com
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Elberta Life Saving Station
ELBERTA, MICHIGAN
EVENT VENUE | DESTINATION WEDDINGS | HISTORICAL PLACE
Kristine Mills
RENTAL MANAGER
231.651.0058 | VillageofElberta.com | ElbertaLifeSavingStation@gmail.com
Wedding Coordination | Floral Design
231.651.0058 | SimplyExquisiteByTheBay.com
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THIS WAS IT.
The moment I had dreamt about since I was a little
girl. And things couldn’t have been more perfect.
Design a celebration that is as unique as you are, with the
help of your own personal on-site wedding coordinator
and full-service staff. Schedule a tour with Amanda, our
wedding expert at 844.277.0193.
MAKE IT YOUR MOMENT.
8 44 . 277.0193
C RYSTA L M O U N TA I N .CO M
Siri Salonen Photography - Traverse City, MI
36949 Your Wedding in Benzie Crystal Weddings Ad.indd 1
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robert bushway photography
ROBERTBRUCEBUSHWAY.COM
|
616.405.6535
Celebrating with
Fresh, Local &
Seasonal Foods
on Beautiful
Lakeside Settings
231.383.5156
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CrystalLakeCatering.com
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DAYNA & BRANDON
August 16, 2014
CEREMONY | Elberta Beach
RECEPTION | Crystal Lake Golf Course, Beulah, MI
PHOTOGRAPHER | Rayan Anastor Photography
FLORAL DESIGN | Victoria’s Floral Design
CATERER | Catering by Kelly’s
CRAFT BEER | Stormcloud Brewing Co.
He is a Brewmaster,
she is a teacher, and
they married in their
favorite summertime
location - Elberta Beach
- and celebrated at the
incredibly beautiful
Crystal Lake Golf Course.
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Clockwise | Beer Flights at
Stormcloud Brewing Co. in
Frankfort. | Wedding cocktails
for the Bride and Groom. |
The Bride and her bouquet for
Victoria’s Floral Design. | The
wedding on Elberta Beach was
framed by a beautiful handmade
wood archway. | A lovely sunset
walk at Crystal Lake Golf Course.
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budget expense record
Estimated Actual
Wedding Gown & Accessories
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Hair/Make-Up
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Groom’s Tuxedo
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Rings
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Invitations/Save-the-Dates
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Photography
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Videography
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Ceremony Musicians
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Reception Entertainment____________
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Wedding Cake____________
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Flowers____________
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Wedding Favors____________
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Ceremony Decorations____________
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Reception Decorations____________
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Officiant____________
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Rental Equipment____________
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Wedding License____________
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Catering____________
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Rehearsal Dinner____________
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Reception Hall____________
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Transportation____________
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Bride’s Attendants Gifts____________
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Groom’s Attendants Gifts____________
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TOTALS____________
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Picture reciting your wedding vows
outdoors in Northern Michigan,
with pristine Crystal Lake as a
backdrop. Let us help you plan the
wedding of your dreams!
CRYSTAL LAKE GOLF CLUB
8493 Fairway Drive
Beulah, Michigan 49617
Romantic Hairstyles
and Makeup Services
on location for a
relaxing and memorable
Wedding Day experience.
BEYOND SALON
HOLISTIC LIFE STYLES
Sharron May
OWNER & DESIGNER
231.352.3966
904 Adams Rd. • Frankfort, MI 49635
www.BeyondSalon.net
Lodging
Dining & Bar
Events
231 Main Street, Frankfort
www.thehotelfrankfort.com
frontdesk@thehotelfrankfort.com
231-352-8090
“Come as a Guest, Leave as a Friend”
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Something Old, Something New
We Have Something Unique for You.
6613 Frankfort Hwy
Benzonia, Michigan
231-882-0096
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Belgian
Inspired
ALES
MADE IN
MICHIGAN
ARTISAN
Flatbread
Pizza
Fresh LOCAL INGREDIENTS
303 Main • Frankfort, MI • 231.352.0118 | StormcloudBrewing.com
301 Main Street • Frankfort, Mi 49635
FrankfortGardenTheater.com
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Lake
Michigan
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Crystal
Lake
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