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The wedding reception is where the party really starts. It’s where you and your guests will celebrate your “I dos” with drinking, dancing, mixing and mingling. Find out how to choose the best venue for you, how to decorate it, and of course, how to choose the menu.

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Small wedding | non drinkers
Beah, On March 20, 2019 at 19:42

Anyone else not a drinker? How did you have your wedding? People and drink if they want but we won’t be providing alcohol and I don’t want a big after party so I’m really stumped what to do looking...

Taya, saturday 23-Mar-19 9 159
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Simple Wedding Price Range
Miao Miao, On March 19, 2019 at 15:47

Hi ladies, I have questions for you girls. How much do you think these cake cost to DIY or to have professional make one ? I have a friend who quoted me for $150 for the first picture with less...

Vinod, saturday 23-Mar-19 7 133
Kaisha
Lets see your Venue!
Kaisha, On February 7, 2019 at 19:28

I would love to see what other people are using as our venue, here is a picture of our reception venue.

Annette, friday 22-Mar-19 58 664
Ericah
Type of Playlist
Ericah, On March 20, 2019 at 15:30

What type of playlist are you having? I am looking to have multiple genres so that everyone enjoys the music. What are you doing, what you and friends like or something for all?

Alix, friday 22-Mar-19 13 133
Vanessa
Post-elopement Reception
Vanessa, On March 14, 2019 at 14:29

Hi all! My fiancé & I are eloping in Las Vegas, specifically at the Valley of Fire. It is a complete secret. It will be the two of us, our officiant and our photographer. We plan on phoning our...

Sinéad, wednesday 20-Mar-19 6 697
Taya
Garden Party Style reception
Taya, On March 17, 2019 at 14:03

Has anyone had a garden party style reception? What was your experience? We don't really want a sit down dinner as it seems less intimate and you have less time to talk with everyone.

Sinéad, wednesday 20-Mar-19 3 64
J. M.
Cake from Mariposa Market Orillia
J. M., On March 12, 2019 at 14:48

I’m looking into a cake from mariposa market orillia ont. Looking for good and bad reviews. Thanks

Vinod, sunday 17-Mar-19 5 96
Natasha
Wedding cake designs- let’s see them cakes!
Natasha, On March 7, 2019 at 22:11

If you’re already married, share a picture of your beautiful wedding cake and if you are soon to be married upload an inspiration photo of what you want your dream wedding cake to look like!

Candace, sunday 17-Mar-19 15 252
Brittany
Is it Rude to seat my Vendors in different Area
Brittany, On March 11, 2019 at 11:45

So our venue has a max capacity of 120 on the main floor. And then there are two upper balcony spaces available for tables or other activities. I didn't even think we were going to be close to our...

Candace, sunday 17-Mar-19 9 110
Sarah
Let’s see your food/candy bar set ups
Sarah, On March 7, 2019 at 18:41

Does anyone have photos of their food/candy bar set ups that they would like to share?I am stuck on colours for table cloths at the moment.My wedding colours are black,white,pink and little splashes...

Sarah, thursday 14-Mar-19 7 124
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Non alcoholic beverage
Mary, On March 11, 2019 at 20:16

Which two would you choose for the non alcoholic beverage stationary? Fruit punch, iced tea , lemonade, hot apple cider , hot chocolate?

Alix, wednesday 13-Mar-19 10 96
Joanne
Guest book - Polaroid or mini canon pocket printer
Joanne, On March 12, 2019 at 15:29

Hi everyone. I’m trying to decide if u should use Polaroid camera or a canon pocket printer for my guestbook. Has anyone had experience with one or both?

Allison, wednesday 13-Mar-19 3 153
Sonya
Church reception - liquor
Sonya, On March 9, 2019 at 00:23

So I’m just realizing, I have no idea if I need to get a liquor license if I’m having a church reception. They require wine only. Any brides been there?

Cliodhna, wednesday 13-Mar-19 4 106
TeamDNA
rsvp Responses?
TeamDNA, On March 12, 2019 at 10:51

My fiance and I are so unsure of what to do. Our wedding is in 3.5 months and our rsvp deadline is in a little over a month. He spoke to his mom who said one couple wants to come but is having medical...

Allison, tuesday 12-Mar-19 7 151
Brittany
Logistics of Selling Drink Tickets
Brittany, On March 11, 2019 at 13:04

Hey wondering what you have all seen, or plan on doing yourself. We are doing a toonie bar for our wedding. Before anyone tries to change my mind about that, don't bother. One... my family drinks too...

Peggy, tuesday 12-Mar-19 15 1,252
Sarah
What questions do you ask a potential bartender before hiring?
Sarah, On February 22, 2019 at 18:45

So I’m meeting a potential bartender for my 2020 wedding and I’m not really sure what the heck I should be asking?I figure if she has experience and a serving it right certificate I’m good to go lol.

Sarah, tuesday 12-Mar-19 4 73
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Tablecloth Dilemmas!
Zoë, On March 11, 2019 at 11:17

Hi everyone! Happy Monday. So I was talking to my reception venue's preferred decorator (they are very familiar with the venue), and she was saying that I should go with a lighter colour for the...

Zoë, monday 11-Mar-19 6 82
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Vendor help
Nafisa, On February 22, 2019 at 01:34

Im looking for a vendor that takes both photos and videos for my reception on July 20th of this year. I require an 8 hour coverage for the entire day (from home to park to venue) my budget is...

Joey, monday 11-Mar-19 4 77
Natasha
RSVP... Meal options
Natasha, On March 7, 2019 at 23:02

Did/are you giving meal option for your wedding? If so, are you putting just the standard: meat, pescatarian, vegetarian? Or do you put the actual meats. I have two meat per plate so just wondering....

Alissa, sunday 10-Mar-19 13 915
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Lindsay Venue
Lyndsay, On February 21, 2019 at 12:59

We're considering The Pie Eyed Monk for our Reception. I love the space but I can't find any reviews from anyone regarding Weddings. Has anyone been to a reception there? My fiance and I are new to...

Joey, friday 8-Mar-19 5 84
Terri
I want your fav. appetizer ideas!!
Terri, On March 6, 2019 at 10:12

Who has a no fail, completely awesome appetizer (or Hors d'eurves) suggestion? My future hubby and I are having a taco bar at our reception, but I need some other cool ideas. Full disclosure, my food...

Terri, friday 8-Mar-19 21 134
Julie
Toasting The Bride
Julie, On March 5, 2019 at 13:19

I am working on DJ homework. 10 pages... One question is will there be a toast to the Bride? Is that my FHs job or my Dads? I'm stumped.

Leah, thursday 7-Mar-19 6 130
Meghan
Table Numbers vs. Table Names
Meghan, On February 26, 2019 at 13:40

What are your thoughts on table numbers vs. table names? FH and I can't decide on which to do...(we were thinking of naming each table after an Algonquin Park lake) On the one hand, Algonquin Park is...

Allen, wednesday 6-Mar-19 18 163
Allison
How to avoid clinking glasses/guests making us kiss during dinner?
Allison, On February 12, 2019 at 14:05

Hey ladies (and gentleman), I've been having some major wedding anxiety the last few weeks and this is probably one of my biggest anxiety inducers: How to avoid clinking glasses/guests making us kiss...

Allison, wednesday 6-Mar-19 75 1,785
Kelly
Anybody ever done family style dinner?
Kelly, On August 16, 2018 at 16:34

We're thinking of switching from buffet to family style. It will cost the same and we like that its somewhere between served and buffet, and its a bit more homey. Neither if us have ever been to a...

Vinod, wednesday 6-Mar-19 15 147 1
Jordyn
Demin is a no No!
Jordyn, On March 1, 2019 at 12:31

HELP! How do I make sure no demin, T-shirts or shorts end up showing a face at my Wedding/Reception? Basically I have this one branch of the family who's honest belief is that jeans, shorts and...

Vinod, wednesday 6-Mar-19 9 124
Stephanie
Planning Dessert Table - Can't Decide...
Stephanie, On February 27, 2019 at 11:24

Hello Ladies! I'm currently trying to finalize my menu and dessert table for my 50 guest brunch wedding reception in September. The reception is a cute small rustic bright restaurant in Ouest Island...

Vinod, wednesday 6-Mar-19 9 143
Sarah
What kind of food are you serving?
Sarah, On March 2, 2019 at 14:03

Hey ladies I’m 17 months away from my wedding which sounds like a long time but it’s coming fast.We are planning on doing buffet style food but we are doing it ourselves with the help of our friends...

Vinod, wednesday 6-Mar-19 14 153
Marc
After wedding flower donation? Victoria BC
Marc, On February 10, 2019 at 18:15

Hello, I've seen some organizations in other cities who will pick up your florals and repurpose and donate to old folks homes etc. Curious if someone knows if there's an organization like this in...

Vinod, wednesday 6-Mar-19 4 93
Yesenia
Inexpensive silk Flowers
Yesenia, On March 4, 2019 at 14:28

Hi Ladies, any suggestions on where to purchase inexpensive realistic silk flowers? Thanks in advance.

Vinod, wednesday 6-Mar-19 5 95
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Father Daughter Dance Songs
Meaghan, On February 21, 2019 at 16:22

Just wondering what songs people had planned for their fauther/daughter dance? I really liked Mama’s Song by Carrie Underwood - but obviously the lyrics aren’t quite right.. looking for suggestions!...

Erin, tuesday 5-Mar-19 15 154
Robyn
Charger plate alternatives
Robyn, On March 1, 2019 at 00:22

Hello! Hoping to get some feedback from everyone. I am thinking of skipping charger plates and going for a folded napkin/menu combination, something like this: table setting idea Is anyone thinking of...

Erin, tuesday 5-Mar-19 7 1,345 1

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