WEDDING ENTERTAINMENT CAN BE A DICEY and uncertain place in which to set up a career. Tastes change over the years, and any DJ or working musician in these venues will tell you finding a crowd-pleasing mix between classic, time-tested songs and new dancefloor request numbers can be daunting. As you break into the industry, […]
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A Wedding in the Redwoods
There’s something magical about the landscapes of our Redwood Coast. It’s no wonder when many couples begin planning one of the most memorable celebrations of their lives, they’re drawn to host their nuptials among the breathtaking landscapes behind the Redwood Curtain. We are incredibly fortunate that, according to the county’s website, in Humboldt some “80 percent […]
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Queen of Thrones
There are two kinds of people: those who love weddings and those who don’t. Brooke Engel loves weddings — the planning, the little touches. For her own October 2019 wedding she handmade blankets for guests to cuddle under during the ceremony, placing them next to a sign that read, “To have and to hold in […]
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Toast-worthy
It can be hard to find a place to start in planning your wedding. In my years of event planning a common question I’ve gotten is, “What do guests want most?” It might seem like the answer should be something in the realm of good food, good music or the joy of watching their friends’ […]
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Ghost Train
When Zachary Zwerdling saw The Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show back in 1964, he knew what he wanted to be. All he needed was a stage, screaming girls and a guitar. Now, sitting in his office right across from the Eureka City Hall, he keeps his guitar on display. It stands among the symbols […]
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Natural Wonders
A trio of local artisans is ready to bejewel you and your wedding party with subtle, handcrafted pieces inspired by nature. Tree Myriah The bohemian vibe of Tree Myriah’s intricate chains, gold-filled hoops with freshwater pearls, raw diamonds and other natural stones bring effortless beauty to a wedding look. Available at Arcata’s Plaza Be Inspired, […]
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Suiting Up
At 27 years old, I’ve attended eight weddings, served as a member of the wedding party in three and a best person in one. In the coming year, I will attend another three. It seems that an avalanche of weddings is a part of reaching your late twenties. I now have dressing for weddings down […]
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Getting Hitched
In Ferndale, where dairy farms and upscale Victorians define shabby chic, necessity and creativity were the co-parents of invention. While considering possible venue options for their children’s weddings, both the Brodt and Cahill families, the respective owners of At the Bluff and The Barn by Fernbridge, decided to fix up their old barns for the […]
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The Language of Flowers
Many of us are familiar with the gesture of giving an olive branch as an offering of peace or sending red roses to demonstrate romantic feelings. While using flowers to send messages dates back centuries, floral symbolism blossomed in Victorian times, imparting flowers with more specific and complex meanings than ever before. Because Victorian society had […]
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The Perfect Fit
The music, the evening’s menu and handwritten vows are all tailored to reflect the betrothed. Engagement and wedding rings, too, are a special part of the union. Why shouldn’t they be as unique as the couple exchanging them? If you’re interested in giving your intended a one-of-a-kind ring, here are a handful of jewelers in […]
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Wedding with a View
With its pastoral vistas and old-timey charm, happy couples wanting to get hitched have been flocking to Ferndale for years. Several colorful and rambling Victorians operate as bucolic bed and breakfasts, offering the ideal location for an intimate wedding or romantic getaway. But another treasure of the Eel River Valley lies beyond the charming townscape. […]
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The Right Tenor
A wedding comes to life with music. On the big day, your song can make the moment or get the party started, but it doesn’t have to break the bank or — for a smaller wedding — take up the whole room. Hiring a solo musician can be a relatively economical, logistically simple and aesthetically […]