Birthday Party on The Rooftop

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Ladies Night 4/14 Colonial Jewelers

I think I'm going to take a break from Wedding Gala prep to go to this event!

http://www.colonialjewelers.com/about/LadiesNight2011.htm

SPRING 2011 FASHION PREVIEW!

Join us for our first Ladies Night of 2011!

Thursday April 14th, 6-8pm

Colonial Jewelers, Downtown Frederick

Preview all of our brand new jewelry styles and be the first to get what's hot for this season!

Enjoy complimentary cocktails, manicures, massages, and hors d'oeuvres!

See how all of our New and Affordable merchandise can compliment your favorite spring outfits with a fashion preview by the style experts from Velvet Lounge and Aspire Boutique .

Visit the complimentary waxing bar by Structures Salon and Spa. Or a get a free makeup application before you head out on the town! Pamper yourself with a free mini-manicure from Verbena Day Spa.

Shop premier pieces of Velvet Lounge’s latest Spring collection from brands such as Free People, Splendid, Citizens of Humanity and Joe’s Jeans. Enjoy a special 15% discount on any items purchased during the event.

Need a break in the midst of your busy schedule? Come treat yourself to a night out with the girls.

Preview all our new jewelry items. Browse through our store and make a wishlist. Take advantage of our storewide specials!

Invite all your girlfriends to this special Ladies' Night!

Zumbathon this Saturday!

Frederick East Side Wedding Walk

Frederick East Side Wedding Walk

Sunday, April 10th

12-4 pm

Pre-Register for Free Admission or $5 at the door donated to Heartly House.

http://www.eastsideweddingwalk.myevent.com/

In Everedy Square and Shab Row. Dresses, photography, invitations, planning, cakes, gifts and more!

The Fabulous Organized Bride will be there!

Torch Awards

Helped C to C Events with The Torch Awards at The Melon Auditorium in Downtown D.C.

The venue is beautiful and here is a snapshot from the event.

The Georgian

Stumbled upon some pictures of an event I worked at as an intern, The Georgian Apartment Launch outside of D.C.  Worked with the wonderful C to C Events,  Ike Leggett made an appearance and their were sushi girls!

Let Them Eat Cake Event!

I'll be here all day tomorrow! Let me know if you would like a ticket! :)

LET THEM EAT CAKE!

The Ultimate Cake and Confections Tasting Event
Sunday, March 13, 2011
1-5pm
The Hilton Garden Inn

Bethesda,MD
 

No need to spend gas and waste time traveling from site to site trying out cakes and sweet confections. Save time, money and enjoy the convenience of over 30 sweet and savory vendors under one roof at the “Let Them Eat Cake! The Ultimate Cake and Confections Tasting Event.” You'll enjoy aisles of sweet treats and savory eats including cookies, cupcakes, tarts and tortes! Come prepared to book your wedding cake, sweet treat and savory eats vendors on the spot!

http://letthemeatcakedc.yolasite.com/

Images via Weheartit

Little Havana Baltimore

Little Havana located in Fed Hill Baltimore is a fab restaurant for many reasons. Good cuban food, lively libations,dog friendly on the patio, great view of the harbor ( and  fireworks on 4th of July or New Year's Eve, was at Havana's for  both events ) and home of many fun events.

However I wanted to touch on their brunch, which may have saved my life on New Year's day.  $14.95  includes a brunch entree ( Avocado Quesadila for me yum) and all you care to drink pitchers of mimosas / bloody marys.

I have a love/hate relationship with bloody mary's but ordered one anyways and it was delicioso!! Old bay rimmed glass and the right combination of spicy and patron curing abilities.


I can't wait to go there for brunch when it warms up and enjoy some mimosas on their patio overlooking the harbor.

http://www.littlehavanas.com/

Mark your Calendars DC Brides!!

latest DBG

Can you believe it’s already mid December? Well in the bridal world that means it’s bridal show season  ( cue drum roll ) ! Mark you calender for the following events;

Trunk Shows-

Maggie Sottero Trunk Show  ( love those corsetted backs)
January 28, 29, 30 2011
P Lawrence Bridals and Formals 336 Main St. Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Call for appointment 301.977.6531
http://www.plstage.myshopify.com/

Anne Barge Trunk Show
January 21-23, 2011
Betsy Robinson’s Bridal 1848 Reisterstown Rd. Baltimore, MD 21208
Call for appointment 410.484.4600
http://www.robinsonsbridal.com/

Monique Lhuillier Trunk Show
January 20-23, 2011
Carine’s Bridal Atelier 1726 Wisconsin Ave. NW Washington, DC 20007
Call for appointment 202.965.4696
http://www.carinesbridal.com/

Filene’s Basement – Running of the Brides®  ( A must go to/ see, this one is infamous )
Hosted By: Filene’s Basement
Filene’s Basement – Mazza Gallerie
5300 Wisconsin Ave.
Washington , DC  20015
 Bridal Shows

Washington Bridal Showcase
Saturday January 16, 2011 11 am-5 pm
Washington Convention Center 801 Mt. Vernon Pl. NW Washington, DC 20001
301.wed.ding
$10 at the door, $8 prepaid online
http://www.bridalshowcase.com/

2011 International Bridal Show
Sunday December 12, 2010 12-4pm
Loews Annapolis Hotel 126 West St. Annapolis, MD 21401
410.790.8170
$8 at the door, $5 prepaid online
www.troseimg.com/index-8.HTML

Greater Virginia Bridal Show
Sunday January 9, 2011 1-4 pm
Hospitality House and Conference Center 2801 Plank Rd. Fredericksburg, VA 22401
$7
http://www.vabridemagazine.com/
Winchester Bridal Expo
Sunday January 9, 2011 11:30 am-4pm
Shenandoah Valley Golf Club 134 Golf Club Circle Front Royal, VA 22630
Free
http://www.winchesterbridalexpo.com/

Great Bridal Expo
Sunday January 23, 2011 12-4pm
Hilton Alexandria at Mark Center 5000 Seminary Rd. Alexandria, VA 22311
$7 prepaid $9 cash at the door
http://www.greatbridalexpo.com/

Liberty Mountain Resort Bridal Fair 2011
Hosted By: Liberty Mountain Resort
Liberty Mountain Resort | map
78 Country Club Trail
Fairfield , PA  21701
Price: $4 in Advance / $6 at the Door

Montgomery Country Club Bridal Showcase
Hosted By: Montgomery Country Club
20908 Golf View Drive
Laytonsville , MD  20882

My advice for bridal shows is print your info ( name/email/ cell ) on an address label. Vendors collect your  information   and you don’t have to waste time by filling out a million things.

For more of my Bridal show advice go to
http://talesofaweddingbelle.blogspot.com/2010/10/preparing-for-bridal-expos.html