June 2006 - The Parklander Magazine

WeddingPlanning CalendarSanta Barbara PhotographyBOCA COUNTRY CLUBFrom vistas of championship golf greens andswaying palms to beautiful ballrooms, theSanta Barbara PhotographyBoca Country Club is the ideal location for first-classWeddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvah's and Special Events.To plan your next memorable event, call ourcatering department at (561) 447-3868.17751 Boca Club Blvd. • Boca Raton, FL 33487Courtesy of Christine KlingstenASAP:• Announce your engagement• Estimate your budget• Decide on the bride’s andgroom’s expenses• Set the wedding date andtime• Estimate the number ofguests• Select a style of weddingASAP-12 months:• Hire (or assign) a weddingcoordinator• Determine an officiant andceremony site• Determine a reception site• Hire a caterer (food,beverage, service staff)9-12 months:• Select a jeweler• Select attendants and informthem of their duties• Choose a color scheme• Hire a photographer• Select and hire music,musicians and otherentertainment6-9 months:• Shop for a bridal gown andaccessories• Shop for Bridesmaids’ dressesand accessories• Hire a videographer• Arrange honeymoon plansand secure passports ifneeded4-6 months:• Bride’s first fitting• Hire a Florist• Arrange printing of invitations• Find favors, decorations andsupplies• Determine equipment rentals• Arrange guest accomodations• Secure transportation andparking3 months:• Choose a wedding cakedesign• Prepare schedule, timeline,floorplans, and directions• Create a bridal registry• Buy gifts for attendants andeach other• Reserve all formal wear• Shop for trousseau• Plan the rehearsal dinner• Prepare for pre-weddingparties• Secure all financial and legalmatters• Finalize your future home1-2 months:• Address invitations• Mail invitations• Make newspaperannouncements• Get physicals and blood tests• Acquire a marriage license• Make all beauty appointments• Arrange and accomplish bridalparty fittings2 weeks:• Complete final fittings• Arrange for change of nameand address• Finalize guest count• Finalize all weddingarrangements and details• Confirm all rehearsal plans• Pack for honeymoon1 week:• Attend rehearsal dinner• Confirm transportation forattendants and parents• Remind attendants of specialresponsibilitiesWedding Day:• Enjoy quiet time with family• Pamper yourself and enjoysome quiet time• Eat a light meal• Get married!54the PARKLANDER