Girlfriends Getaway to Cannon Beach

The Surfsand Resort in Cannon Beach is the ultimate oceanfront destination for time away with your girlfriends. Our full-service resort features stylish, contemporary guest rooms and suites with a serene, tranquil vibe. iPod docs, wi-fi, lux bath amenities and deep soaking tubs are just a few of the modern touches that will make your stay laid back and fun. The resort also features a beautiful year-round, indoor swimming pool and hot tub, relaxing massage rooms and a comprehensive fitness center that features state-of-the-art workout equipment and cedar-lined saunas. For your dining pleasure, the Wayfarer Restaurant & Lounge provides a true oceanfront dining experience.
During your stay at the Surfsand, reserve the “Ladies Night Out Package” and we will create a fun and memorable evening for you and your friends.

The “Ladies Night Out Package” includes:

· Festive guest suite decorations
· Champagne, seltzer or mixer
· Fresh fruit tray
· Savory tray
· Chocolate ganache cupcakes
· Bruce’s Candy Kitchen chocolates
· Table Topics – Girls’ Night Out Edition
· Girlfriends token party favors
· Shuttle service
· Or…we can customize it for you!

This unique package starts at $400. Special room rates are available for groups, so call for details!

The Surfsand Resort – Contact Lauren
148 West Gower, Cannon Beach, Oregon 97110
1.800.797.4666
lauren@surfsand.com
www.surfsand.com <http://www.surfsand.com/>

Free event showcases affordable wedding solutions for today’s eco-conscious bride

Portland, Ore. — The 2010 Vintage Bridal Show: Beautiful and Sustainable will be held on February 27^th and 28^th at the historic Queen Anne Victorian Mansion in North Portland. Sponsored by Ava Hansen Millinery and AlexSandra’s Vintage Emporium, the free event will showcase vintage bridal fashions and other sustainable wedding choices and benefit the Oregon Food Bank.

This unique show will demonstrate ways for Portlanders to plan a beautiful wedding, without the tremendous waste often associated with the industry. Ava Hansen-Dyer and AlexSandra  conceived the concept for the event in response to inquiries from bridal customers. “We’ve noticed increased interest in vintage bridal gowns and veils here in Portland,” says AlexSandra. “Brides want to express their individual style while also considering their environmental footprint,” she adds. “Choosing a historic ensemble accomplishes both, offering quality and style.”

Vintage clothing is experiencing resurgence nationwide, as savvy shoppers recognize that garments of yesteryear offer high quality at an affordable price. According to AlexSandra, there’s an environmental benefit as well. “Vintage clothing has already survived someone else’s lifetime, and now there’s a chance for it to be recycled instead of sitting in an attic or going to the landfill,” she explains.

The bridal show will focus on additional ways to reduce a wedding’s environmental footprint. Local businesses specializing in vintage style and wedding services will be on hand to discuss their services and how to make smart, sustainable choices. In addition to vintage bridal gowns and vintage clothing for the bridal party, show visitors can see traditionally handcrafted historically-inspired veils, hats, and fascinators.  There will be models in vintage wedding attire walking the show throughout the day, and lots to see for upcoming bridal parties.  Entertainment will be provided  as well.  “This is one bridal show it will be fun to attend, and for a good cause too!”

The 2010 Vintage Bridal Show: Beautiful and Sustainable is open to the public from 11:00 am – 6:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday, February 27^th and 28^th at the Queen Anne Victorian Mansion, located at 1441 N. McClellan Street, Portland, Ore. 97217, just three short blocks from the Interstate Max/yellow line. Admission is free with a suggested food donation for the Oregon Food Bank. For more information, contact Ava Hansen Millinery at 503-289-2397 or online.

Don’t Miss Charlotte’s Open House!

8925 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy

Portland, OR 97225

Wednesday, March 3rd

5 p.m. ~ 8 p.m.

Click here to RSVP for this event.

Join us for our Open House, a fabulous evening where we will be showcasing a variety of vendors, from catering and cosmetics, to music and photography. And the best part? There will be a drawing every half-hour for giveaways from each of our preferred vendors. Plus, you could win a 2Be Bride wedding gown!

Learn more about the vendors we’ll be showcasing at our Open House:

Catering by Laurie

August Veils

Event Cosmetics

Fada Salon

All Wright Music

Sorella Events

Hybrid Moon Videography

Bella Bloom Florals

Shumaker Photography

Paparazzi Tonight

Charlotte’s Weddings and More

8925 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy

Portland, OR 97225

Weddings at Elk Cove Vineyards

10% off the rental rate for any new wedding booked between now and June 30, 2010.  Good on any available date in the remainder of 2010 or 2011.  Must mention Bravo! when booking – no other discounts apply.  Call 503-985-7760 or email kathy@elkcove.com

Events at Elk Cove Vineyards

Book any event (non-wedding) Monday through Thursday between now and June 30, 2010 for a flat $500 rental rate.  Applies to daytime rental (9:00 to 4:00) or evening rental (3:00 to 9:00).  Must mention Bravo! when booking – no other discounts apply. Call 503-985-7760 or email kathy@elkcove.com.

www.elkcove.com

Special Offers ~  choose the one that works for you!

Any available Friday or Sunday in 2010  -  $1,000 off listed price.

Any available Monday – Thursday in 2010 – 50% Off Site fees any package

and the amazing deal of the year ~ 

All Inclusive Wedding for $7,995 for venue (7 hours, Iris Package), catering, photographer and DJ for any day except a Saturday for up to 100 guests.   Call 503-656-1894 or email events@AinsworthHouse.net for more details.

Announcing the Cascadia Bridal Fashion Show!

At this cutting edge display of local, fashion forward designers, you will see everything from corsets to veils, flowers to jewelry, up close in a charming 1930ʼs church. If you are tired of seeing the same white
gown, and want a wedding that everyone will remember, you will find what you are looking for at the Cascadia Bridal Fashion Show!

When: Saturday, February 6th, 2010 4:00 PM
Where: The Lotus Seed Center
4635 NE 9th Avenue
Portland, Oregon
What: $5 cover, cash only, please. Space is limited, so please be punctual!
Who:

Enchanted Custom Corsets and Fine Apparel
August Veils
Mandalena Jewelry
Francoise Weeks, Florist
Jamie Bosworth, Photographer
Salon 77
Barclay Rentals
Why: Because we all like looking at pretty things, and want to look spectacular on the big day!

Revealing Deep Dark Secrets about your Fiance??  Nope… just for fun!!!!

Dave Star of Star Productions to host the Nearly Wed Game!

The Bravo Wedding and Event Show will be held on Saturday January 9^th in Beautiful Sunriver Oregon from 10 til 5pm. We hope many of our nearly-weds will be on-site for the fun beginning on Friday Night at the Owls Nest, Sunriver’s cool night hangout, beginning at 730PM as Dave will kick off the wedding planning weekend with a fun night of interactive games, and dancing too!

The “Nearly Wed” game was coined from the Newlywed Game…a televised game show that was popular back in the 60’s and 70’s, hosted by Bob Eubanks.

“I am inviting a dozens of couples to have some fun, and get to know more about each other and their fiance’s in a fun, atmosphere” Said Dave, owner of www.starproductionsdjs.com.  I know that Everyone has had that experience – years after you thought you knew everything there is to know about your “other half”. Then, right there in public, something comes up and you say “Wow, I never knew that!” My wife and I have been married over 20 years and I am still finding out cool things I never knew…..

The Nearly Wed Game is intended to – lightheartedly – take a look at some things we often don’t know about one other. “What better weekend to do that than a wedding planning weekend?” Dave added.

The rules are simple We have dozens of questions set up in advance…first the gals ask their guys then in round two the guys ask their girls. There will be cool prizes for our couples that know the most answers as well as prizes for those that didn’t get so many answers quite right (it’s okay guys…like I mentioned I still don’t know everything about my wife) !

Join us for a social fun and interactive time in Sunriver! If you are newly engaged You don’t want to miss this event!

Dianna’s Formal Affair & Boutique is giving 24 local couples, who want to get married but can’t afford to, a chance to have their “big day” come true for only $100.  The Scappoose-based bridal shop has teamed up with KOHI Radio to hold an astounding “24 Weddings in 24 Hours” on Valentines Day – Sunday, February 14, 2010.  The weddings will take place at the Best Western in St. Helens, OR.  Proceeds from the event benefit Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation^™, a Portland-based non profit organization dedicated to granting wishes to stage VI breast cancer patients. 

Each couple will recieve:

• An officiant
• A room for an hour capable of holding 25 guests
• A brides bouquet and grooms boutonniere
• An 8 x 10 photo
• A cake and a champagne toast
• First dance
• There will be many raffles and giveaways

For more information contact Diannas Formal Affair 503.543.0291

Wedding Network USA launch party on Wednesday, October 7^th, 6-9pm  at the Bison Building. Cherie Ronning of Uncommon Invites and Executive Director has created this association for wedding professionals. Wedding Network USA is a non profit (501-c-6) focused on the business aspects of being a wedding professional. The goal is to give wedding experts a variety of opportunities for professional development through the sharing of business expertise, educational topics and networking opportunities.

The organization will develop a strong web base where other industry professionals around the Unites States can login, read educational articles, access the Professional Resource Directory, participate in Forums, offer their valuable expertise to others, and watch educational videos of speakers appearing at the nationwide networking events.

Portland area meetings will be held the first Wednesday of each month, beginning January 6, 2010.  Join Wedding Network USA before Nov. 5, 2009 and become a Founding Member of this new organization for only $175, the regular rate is $225.

For more information or to register for the Oct. 7^th launch party, visit www.WeddingNetworkUSA.com.