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It’s November 1. Do you know what that means?  Engagement season will be here in a few weeks!  So, if you have a friend or a family member who is about to get engaged or if you are planning to walk down the aisle yourself, here are 5 helpful books I believe newly engaged couples […]

5 Helpful Books Newly Engaged Couples Should Read

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If you don’t work in the world of events, the terms service charge and gratuity can seem like the same thing.  They are definitely not the same thing.  And, confusing them could negatively affect your wedding budget.

What’s the Difference between a Gratuity and a Service Charge?

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Before you purchase Independence Day sparklers for your wedding, I recommend reading our post on independence day sparklers vs. wedding day sparklers first before you purchase them for your send-off.

Everything You Need to Know About Sparklers

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Grooms at Wedding Day Sparkler Exit. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Sparkler exits are romantic, fun, and full of lights and drama. Before you agree to have one, check out these 5 key things you need to know when planning a sparkler exit at your wedding.

5 Key Things to Know When Planning a Wedding Sparkler Exit

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Couple in Central Park. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Here is a lovely and soulful wedding ceremony reading written by Nikki Giovanni. It is titled, “And, I Have You.”

A Lovely Ceremony Reading, “And, I Have You”

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Blue Ombre Wedding Cake. Howerton+Wooten Events.

One of our favorite wedding cakes was featured in a post on the Inspired by This blog. We are incredibly excited about this because “Inspired by This” has been a longtime source of inspiration for all of us on the Howerton+Wooten Events team!  Plus, they were kind enough to feature our team member Hana’s maternity shoot last year! […]

Spotted on the “Inspired by This” Blog

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Bride and Groom at the Meridian House. Leonard Poteat Photography. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Now that you are engaged to be married, you will have to begin looking for a location for your wedding. Here is a list of very helpful blog posts we created to guide you as you secure that perfect venue to host your wedding day!

8 Posts that will Help Newly Engaged Couples Find the Perfect Wedding Venue

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“Genuine Love.” This is a beautiful wedding ceremony reading option that is an excerpt from, “Love Never Fails” by Erasmo Leiva-Merikakas

A Wedding Reading from “Love Never Fails”

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A Wedding Ceremony Reading by Peter Kreeft, “The Meaning of Everything.”

Wedding Ceremony Reading by Peter Kreeft, “The Meaning of Everything”

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