Wedding Walk

All you need to know!

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Wedding Walk 2011 is this weekend; October 7 & 8, Friday & Saturday.

The times for Wedding Walk 2011 are 10 am - 5 pm each day.

Begin your journey at any Downtown Holland store with a silver bow on the door. (See the list to the right of this page, too)

You'll be given a map with a tear-off ticket. Gather signatures from the participating vendors on the tear-off ticket and drop it in the silver box at your last stop for a chance to win the Grand Prize Drawing. You'll also be given a bag in which to carry all the literature and goodies you may collect along your Walk.

The only scheduled event this year is on Saturday from 1 pm - 2 pm when Josh Parks will be performing on the violin inside September's Bride. Josh is available to play solo violin or arrange a string ensemble for weddings and events.

You will probably want to schedule around 3 hours total in order to fully experience Wedding Walk. This doesn't include time spent registering for gifts or trying on wedding gowns; then you'll want to plan more time! (Remember that September's Bride does strongly recommend appointments on weekends)

If you have any questions that are not answered here, please feel free to e-mail weddingwalk@gmail.com. We'll be happy to help!

See you this weekend.

Wedding Walk 2011 is just 2 weeks away!

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Are you planning a wedding?

You don't want to miss experiencing the tradition of the Downtown Holland Wedding Walk!

Begin your journy at any store with a silver bow on it's door and see what they have to offer brides and grooms. There will be door prizes, samples, tastings, demonstrations, and a wonderful grand prize.

We are planning a special weekend just for you!

This year's WW image

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This year, our Wedding Walk image is of a REAL wedding couple, captured by Steven F. Fox Photography, right on 8th Street!

Watch for posters to be going up in stores in a few weeks!

Participating Merchants...

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Watch the blog as we add participating merchants for Wedding Walk 2011!

Who would you like to see in Wedding Walk?

Wedding Walk 2011 Dates

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Wedding Walk 2011 will be October 7 & 8. We look forward to showing all that Downtown Holland has to offer for wedding couples.

Scenes from Wedding Walk 2010

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Wedding Walk :: How do I Participate?

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So glad you asked!

Wedding Walk is a no-charge, self-guided tour of twenty-six retailers & services, who all specialize in items for weddings, the bridal couple, and their families. All of these vendors will be concentrated in Downtown Holland on October 1 & 2, 2010. Hours for Wedding Walk are 10 am - 5 pm each day.

Plan to spend at least 2-3 hours at Wedding Walk if you just want to stroll, visit the vendors, and get your entry blank validated by each for the Grand Prize Drawing (more on that later). If you would like to catch a fashion show, a workshop or seminar, and take some time trying on wedding gowns or planning your honeymoon, you may want to plan to visit on both days for 4 or 5 hours each.

Parking in Downtown Holland is accessible and free. To begin your "Wedding Walk", start at any storefront with a white or silver bow on the door. This tells you that this store is participating. At the first store you visit, you will receive a brochure; containing a map, detailing each Wedding Walk stop, and a Schedule of Events. Wedding Walk is completely self-guided; so you decide in what order you want to visit the merchants and which workshops you would like to attend. All we ask is that you visit each stop at least once to have your Grand Prize Entry validated. At your last stop on Wedding Walk, you will drop your entry blank into the marked box to for a chance to win the Grand Prize. This year's Grand Prize will be a collection of gift certificates and gift items from Downtown Holland merchants worth over $1500!

Below is the schedule of workshops & shows for Wedding Walk. Many of the events are offered multiple times so that you may plan your own schedule. We encourage you to sit, relax, and enjoy these 20-minute workshops put together expressly for you!

Friday, October 1

11:00am Pathfinder’s Travel “Presenting Sandals Resorts”
12:00pm Holistic Nutrition Center “Look & Feel Great on your Wedding Day”
1:00pm Bridal Fashion Show at September’s Bride
2 00pm Pathfinder’s Travel “Presenting Sandals Resorts”
2:30pm Sarah Young, MA “Sex & Intimacy in Marriage”
3:00pm Holistic Nutrition Center “Look & Feel Great on your Wedding Day”
3:30pm Events by September’s Bride (at Haworth Conference Center) “Ask the Wedding Planner”
4:00pm Pathfinder’s Travel “Presenting Sandals Resorts”
4:30 pm Sarah Young, MA “Sex & Intimacy in Marriage”

Saturday, October 2

10:00am Sarah Young, MA “Sex & Intimacy in Marriage”
10:30am Bridal Fashion Show at September’s Bride
11:00am Pathfinder’s Travel “Presenting Sandals Resorts”
11:30am Events by September’s Bride (at Haworth Conference Center) “Ask the Wedding Planner”
12:00pm Holistic Nutrition Center “Look & Feel Great on your Wedding Day”
12:30pm Sarah Young, MA “Sex & Intimacy in Marriage”
2:00pm Pathfinder’s Travel “Presenting Sandals Resorts”
2:30pm Vintage Wedding Gowns at September’s Bride
3:00pm Holistic Nutrition Center “Look & Feel Great on your Wedding Day”
3:30pm Sarah Young, MA “Sex & Intimacy in Marriage”
4:00pm Sandals Resort at Pathfinder’s Travel
4:00pm Events by September’s Bride (at Haworth Conference Center) “Ask the Wedding Planner”

Throughout Wedding Walk, other merchants and vendors will be offering tastings and demonstrations throughout the day. These include:

Gourmet Oil & Vinegar Pairings at Fustini's
Vintage Wedding Gown display at Downtown Antiques
Red Carpet Wedding Looks & Crystalare Trunk Show at Faye's at Mira
Makeup Demonstrations at Merle Norman Cosmetics
Bridal Registry with Gift at The Seasoned Home
And More...

We also have talented musicians who will be playing at various venues throughout Wedding Walk.

Charlie D, musician at Fustini's
Josh Parks, classical violinist at September's Bride

If you have any questions about Wedding Walk, you are encouraged to call Tami or Rachel at September's Bride (616-355-1433), the sponsor of Wedding Walk 2010. We would be honored to help you in any way possible.

Vendor Highlight :: Faye's at Mira

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Relax, you’ve found the perfect dress…at Faye’s at Mira.

Women have counted on Faye’s for over 20 years to look their best. Our special occasion dressing is the perfect solution for your upcoming wedding. Whether you are in a wedding or a guest at a wedding, Faye’s at Mira features designer fashions for women with discriminating taste.

During Wedding Walk this year, Faye's will be hosting two very special events.

Red carpet of wedding looks:

Whether you are a mother, grandmother, or guest of an upcoming wedding, stop in to see our stunning special occasion dresses and seperates displayed on our very own red carpet. The staff at Faye's at Mira will help you look your best for your special day.

Special occasion jewelry trunk show - go local:

Crystalare is a line of custom, sparkling jewelry including necklaces, bracelets and earrings. These pieces add that little something to dress up an ensemble. A mother-daughter team from Grosse Pointe, MI designs the pieces and hand beads them using only the finest materials including swarvoski crystals. Stop in during Wedding Walk to view samples from their line. Special orders can be placed at this time.

If you’re looking for a special outfit that will make a lasting impression, visit Faye’s at Mira. We are located at 21 W. 8th Street.

Vendor Highlight :: Big Bin Studios & Charlie D

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"Need sound equipment, wireless mics, screens, Powerpoint projectors or other live sound and video help and advice?"

Look no further, whether its outside, inside, conference center or church, we've got the equipment and people you need at reasonable prices.

Big Bin Studios
Charles Driscoll
616-510-3701
charlesdriscoll@gmail.com
http://www.bigbinstudios.com/

Perfect for the reception party, or the wedding itself.

Charlie D has been touring extensively across europe, as well as america.

Experienced with playing to young and old. Pop music from the 60's up till now, and traditional irish!

Variety of styles, something for everyone.

Charlie D
616-510-3701
charlesdriscoll@gmail.com
http://www.charliedmusic.com/

Vendor Highlight :: Sarah Young, MA

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I met Sarah a few weeks ago when presenting Wedding Walk to the other Downtown Holland merchants. She has a lovely office on the 2nd floor of a downtown office building. Sarah was so excited to hear about this opportunity to meet brides and newlyweds. Here in conservative West Michigan, sex is considered a tabboo subject and many people are embarrassed to bring it up.

Sarah, however, has a passion to help women in this important area of their lives and their marriages. She does so with a sweet spirit, great humor, and respect. At Wedding Walk, she will be leading a few short seminars on "Sex & Intimacy in Marrage". Come as a bride-to-be and bring your grandma; I can promise that within minutes, Sarah will make you both laugh and feel comfortable.

Sarah Young, MA, is a Sexual Therapy Specialist with an incredible passion for intimacy at its fullest potential. She journeys with individuals and couples who are navigating difficulties within their sexual relationships. Interacting with broad range of issues including sexual dysfunctions, desire disorders, communication issues, abuse recovery, reproductive health struggles, and numerous others, she offers dignified and ethical counseling services to enrich the lives of those she is privileged to interact with.

Vendor Highlight :: Merle Norman Cosmetics

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Linda and her staff at Merle Norman Cosmetics are fabulous!

Stop in during Wedding Walk and see demonstrations for bridal makeup. Complimentary skin care and makeup consultations will be available during the entire event.

Vendor Highlight :: The Seasoned Home

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The Seasoned Home is a cozy, classy store stocked with spices, teas, and kitchen furnishings. They also have a wonderful gourmet pantry. If you are looking for items with which to stock your kitchen, this is a great place to visit.

Also, The Seasoned Home is a great place to find unique attendant's gifts. Or, how about giving a bag of unique spices or tea as a favor to your guests? The specialists at The Seasoned Home can help make both your wedding and your home special for you.
During Wedding Walk, The Seasoned Home is giving away a special gift to any bride who registers with them in their Bridal Registry.

Vendor Highlight :: Holistic Nutrition Center

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Holistic Nutrition Center is the place to learn how to use fresh Farmer's Market food to feel your best. We love how groups bond when we do healthy demos/workshops. This may be a perfect activity to get your group together before your wedding. Bridal showers, wedding party, family reunions, parties with friends...

You and our nutritionist will plan a healthy party menu and your guests will watch, learn and then eat. Everyone celebrates your upcoming day in a fun, relaxed atmosphere, with a healthy cooking theme. Participants take recipes home. Someone in your group may have a fabulous kitchen they want to showcase (or you can invite guests to our classroom).

Other ways for brides to use the Holistic Nutrition Center:

Lose weight and get healthy before the wedding for mom, bride or wedding party.

Cooking sessions: learn to make inexpensive nutritious dinners, healthy snacks and lunches; learn to make romantic meals, make baby food...

Learning sessions and programs: boost your immune system; gain more energy; improve your mental edge; boost athletic performance...

Personalize your wedding plans. Eat well, feel well!

Vendor Highlight :: J Weddings

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Choosing a photographer is one of the most important decisions you will make in planning your wedding day. Why? Because after months of planning, photography is what preserves all of the details of one of the most important days of your life long after memories fade. Professional wedding photography is more than just snapping pictures of moments -- its capturing the emotion and recreating the moments.

Your relationship with J Weddings begins with your engagement session. While we celebrate this season of your lives, we get to know each other and the story behind the proposal! J Weddings is a husband and wife team of photographers, offering a unique perspective for your wedding photography. Jodi, the lead photographer, shooting alongside her husband, Matt, will be with you throughout your day recording the laughs, the tears, the smiles and the joy. Its the relationship that makes the difference in our photography. After the wedding, Matt, a graphic designer with a BFA in graphic design, will create a beautiful custom wedding art book, printed in Italy by one of the finest album makers in the world. Your wedding, forever preserved, to share with generations.

Jodi & Matt began their own story as high school sweethearts with a fairytale wedding on Mackinac Island, Michigan, and look forward to capturing your story. We are excited for you as you begin this journey together. Thank you for letting us be a part of it!

Vendor Highlight :: Haworth Inn & Conference Center

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Haworth Inn and Conference Center is centrally located in downtown Holland.

Recognized for excellence in service, our local establishment provides lovely surroundings not only for receptions, but rehearsal dinners, bridal brunches and family gatherings as well. Out of town guests are delighted with our beautifully appointed guest rooms.

Whether you want an elegant formal affair or a contemporary celebration, our experienced staff provides the utmost in personal service as we help you plan one of the most memorable events of your lives together!

Wedding Walk :: Your Wedding & Beyond

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We are finalizing our list of vendors for Wedding Walk 2010. Each vendor is listed to the right; click on a name to be taken to that vendor's website and learn more about them.

Wedding Walk will give you all sorts of ideas for utilizing local merchants and vendors into your wedding day and beyond as you begin life as a married couple. Each vendor will have displays and workshops to help you visualize fun and unique ideas for your ceremony, reception,or home.

Make plans to attend Wedding Walk on October 1 & 2 and follow this blog for details and fun as the dates grow closer.

Behind our marketing images :: Amy Boeve Photography

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Last November, we held a photo shoot for September's Bride. It was a collaborative shoot, with the main purpose of giving each business involved some images to use for marketing.

Style & Bridal Fashion :: September's Bride
Makeup :: Allison Bower
Flowers :: Dee Mitchell from Elements of Elegance
Photographer :: Amy Boeve

Amy and I talked about Wedding Walk and we staged some photos specifically for use in the marketing of this fun event. Watch for more of these great images on this blog throughout the summer!

Wedding Walk 2010 :: Go Local!

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Make plans to join us in Downtown Holland on October 1 or 2 for Wedding Walk 2010.

This year's theme is "Go Local"; and we're going to show you how you can stay local for everything you need for your wedding. Also, we will be sharing some great ideas on incorporating "Holland" and "West Michigan Lakeshore" themes into your wedding with decor, local products, and the best venues.

We'll be updating the blog throughout the summer with our vendor lists and sneak previews of the planning process. Also, please follow us on Twitter @DHWeddingWalk !

Wedding Walk 2009 was a success!!

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I hope you had a great time; we will see you next year!

Day 1

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Friday has been full of fun!

It was great to see brides and their friends downtown today. Wedding Walk continues on Saturday from 10 am - 5 pm.

See you at Wedding Walk!

Wedding Walk is almost here!!!

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This weekend is it!

Several months of preparation have gone into Wedding Walk and all of the Downtown Holland participating merchants are so excited to welcome brides!

When you arrive at Wedding Walk, you may begin your journey at any of the participating stores. Each will be marked with a large white bow on the door. There will be brochures with a map and your Grand Prize Entry Form at each of these locations also.

If you have any questions, please contact us at weddingwalk@gmail.com OR call September's Bride at 616-355-1433.

Grand Prize Drawing

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Here are a few of the items that are included in the Grand Prize Drawing for Wedding Walk:

1. FREE night at City Flats Hotel
2. $50 gift certificate from Faye's at Mira
3. $85 in session and credit from Walcott Imaging
4. Spice Set from The Seasoned Home
5. $100 Gift Certificate to September's Bride

In order to qualify for the Grand Prize Drawing, pickup the entry form at any Wedding Walk sponsor during Wedding Walk. Visit each sponsor, get your entry form stamped, and then turn in your completed entry form to a sponsor. It's that easy!

Also, many of the vendors will have additional in-store drawings for more gifts and prizes during Wedding Walk!

Wedding Walk Spotlight :: Faye's at Mira

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Wedding Walk Spotlight :: The Seasoned Home

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The Seasoned Home is a cozy, classy store stocked with spices, teas, and kitchen furnishings. They also have a wonderful little gourmet pantry. If you are looking for items with which to stock your kitchen, this is a great place to visit.

Also, The Seasoned Home is a great place to find unique attendant's gifts. Or, how about giving a bag of unique spices or tea as a favor to your guests? The specialists at The Seasoned Home can help make both your wedding and your home special for you.

Wedding Walk Spotlight :: Teerman's

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Getting a great idea for your home is great fun at Teerman's in Downtown Holland! Whether your tastes range from casual to classy or hip to traditional, you will discover a huge selection of unique products for your home at Teerman's

Discover unique kitchen tools and gadgets, fine cookware and bakeware, dinnerware and glassware, home accents, electronics, patio furniture and the largest selection of clocks in Michigan.

Teerman's Bridal Registry offers 10% off any item bought from the Bridal Registry along with free gift wrapping. The bride and groom also receive 10% off any item they buy in housewares, patio, and clocks for a full year after they are married!

If you're looking for the unexpected, expect to find it at Teerman's. We are located at 20 East 8th Street. See you at the Wedding Walk where you can register to win a Kitchen Aide blender!

What is "Wedding Walk"?

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The best way to describe Wedding Walk is as an upscale, outdoor bridal show.

Instead of a room full of booths and vendors, Wedding Walk is held in beautiful Downtown Holland where you can visit the wedding specialists and vendors in their own stores and spaces. Each participating merchant will have their store decorated for you and have special gifts and give-aways.

You will thoroughly enjoy your hours in Downtown Holland. In between visits to Wedding Walk merchants, you can relax at one of the several coffee shops or bistros. There are welcoming benches and parks for a break, too. Everyone from your flower girl to your grandma will find something fun and enjoyable to do!

Follow our blog for more information as October 2 & 3 draws closer. For more information on Downtown Holland, visit http://www.holland.org/.

Save The Date!

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The dates have been announced! Plan on visiting Downtown Holland for our 2009 Wedding Walk this fall, October 2 & 3. Stay tuned for details and profiles on all participating merchants.