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Washington DC At Night. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Here we are again. Trying to navigate the nuances of wedding planning while waiting to see if the federal government is going to shut down. Here is a list of recommendations we learned while planning weddings during the last federal government shutdown a few years ago.

Planning Your Wedding While Dealing with a Government Shutdown

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Bride and Groom Enters Their Washington DC Reception. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Your wedding guest list and your budget are going to be the foundations of your wedding planning, so check out this guest list tracker template and this budget worksheet template that we created for engaged couples like you. I am sure that you will find both of these downloads to be incredibly beneficial. A Worksheet […]

(Download) A Guest List Tracker Template and a Budget Worksheet Template

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When I started taking care of our couples, I created a venue rating worksheet to help them understand what they are getting for their money. This worksheet lets our couples input the details for each of the venues they are considering, along with some decision-making factors.

(Download) A Spreadsheet for Comparing and Rating Wedding Venue Options (reprise)

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Hotel Lobby. Howerton+Wooten Events.

If you are planning to host your ceremony or reception at a hotel, here are 17 terms to know as you plan for your special day.

17 Terms to Know When Planning Your Wedding at a Hotel

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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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What Steps Do You Take When Searching for a Wedding Venue Now that we have ushered in the new year, the search for the perfect wedding venue begins! In the interest of time, you may decide to call or e-mail the salespeople at your preferred wedding venues to determine if the venue is available and […]

6 Quick Questions to Ask When Checking Wedding Venue Availability

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This blog post doesn’t cover all of the clauses you need in your agreement, but it definitely lists the basic information needed for your wedding day. Just in case the link above doesn’t work for you, here is a quick recap.

(Reprise) Basic Info You Should Have on Your Wedding Venue Contract

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Have you ever felt like the person you are working with at your wedding venue is speaking a completely different language? You’re not alone. This happens to engaged couples more than you think. The world of weddings and events comes with its own set of industry terms, and it can be overwhelming for couples who are planning their wedding for the first time.

To make things easier, I’ve put together a straightforward glossary of common wedding and event planning terms you’re likely to hear during your venue tours, planning meetings, or wedding reception. Understanding this terminology will help you feel more confident, ask better questions, and avoid last-minute surprises on your big day.

Common Event Terms Every Couple Should Know

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Now that you found the perfect venue for your wedding day, it is time to book your wedding venue. In order to secure your wedding date, you will need to pay a deposit, which will more than likely be non-refundable, and you will need to sign a contract with the wedding venue. Before, you sign on the dotted line, here are some do’s and don’ts related to your wedding venue contract.

Do’s and Dont’s for Wedding Venue Contracts

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