Bridal Show Returns to Cambridge

The Cambridge Bridal Showcase, which is hosted by Welcome Wagon, is promoting its annual fall wedding show on Monday, October 3, 2011 at the Armenian Community Centre located at 15 International Village Drive. Doors open at 6:00PM, fashion show begins at 7:30PM and the event concludes at 9:00PM.

“We have La Crème Bridal Boutique and Tuxedo Royale presenting our fashion show,” said event coordinator Susan Casey. “We look forward to showcasing the hottest and latest wedding fashion trends to our bridal audience!”

The Grand Door Prize is "A Night On The Town in Pristine Luxury", courtesy of Brentwood Livery. This $500 upgradeable 5-hour package with professional, courteous, stress-free limousine service for up to 8 passengers also includes champagne.

“It’s been so incredible having notable local businesses work with us to create a terrific intimate show,” said Susan.

The show will feature many exhibitor displays, with everything from photography, bridal salon, insurance, jewellery, and planners to favours, investments, DJs, venues, accommodations, tuxedos and cake decorator. Engaged couples, along with their friends and families, will have a lot to see, touch and experience at Cambridge Bridal Showcase.

Show attendees will also enjoy complimentary delicious cake-tasting courtesy of Tiny Cakes.

“We will have a Hollywood entrance, with an official paparazzi, and the photos will printed and available at the event as well as online later on Facebook, courtesy of Focused Photography,” said Susan.

Susan also noted, “Spin Doctor Productions are such amazing exhibitors, we just had to bring them back again as the official DJ for our 2011 show.”

Brides can also listen to CHYM 96.7, 570 News or KIX 106 for our event announcements from September 19 to October 3, 2011.

Admission is free for bride-to-be and one guest plus the first 100 brides-to-be at our doors will receive a complimentary bridal gift bag. Brides can pre-register and get more information through our show’s website at www.bridalshowcase.ca or by calling 1-877-675-8463. Walk-ins are always welcome too!

Welcome Wagon Goes Bridalicious in Cambridge

Obtain the bridal resources needed to get your wedding plans started. Welcome Wagon invites engaged couples to our annual Bridal Showcase on October 4, 2010, 6PM – 9PM, at the Armenian Community Centre, 15 International Village Drive in Cambridge, ON.

This one-day bridal event puts fiancées in touch with local wedding professionals in one central location. With many beautiful exhibitor displays, brides can access many bridal services to make their dream weddings a reality. Large, overwhelming wedding events can create unwanted stress, but a leisurely walk through our intimate, charming bridal showcase can place engaged couples at ease and put ideas and concepts into perspective.

Our show offers a day of 'bridalious' fun. The first 100 brides-to-be greeted at our registration table will receive a free biodegradable gift bag filled with wedding goodies. Exciting door prizes are given out throughout our event. One bride-to-be will have the opportunity to win a 5-hour ‘Night On The Town’ limousine service, courtesy of Brentwood Livery. Meet our MC, an on-air radio personality from Rogers Kitchener Radio Group. A fashion show showcasing the latest in Bridal Gowns, Dresses, Formalwear, Accessories and Music will be a feast for the eyes and ears, courtesy of Simply Irresistible, Tuxedo Royale, and Spin Doctor Productions. And brides-to-be also have a chance to win an exciting honeymoon to a sun destination, courtesy of Today's Bride Magazine.

Admission is free for bride and one guest but registration is highly suggested and walk-ins are welcome. Call 1-877-675-8463 or online at www.welcomewagon.ca for more information and to register. Available to all brides-to-be, while quantities last: FREE Parking, a FREE Today`s Bride Magazine, a FREE Bridal Planner, a FREE Bridal Guide, and plenty of FREE information from local Bridal Professionals.

Welcome Wagon...Making Wedding Dreams a Reality!

Wonderful Time of the Year: Bridal Show Season

Yes, it`s that time in the year where the birds are singing, the weather is beautiful and bridal shows are pending. There are lots of wedding events to choose from. Many require an admission, others are free. These showcases range from small, boutique events to huge spectacular soirees. Which one to attend is more according to one`s tastes, availability and budget.

In the coming weeks, I will be writing about upcoming bridal events particularly within Waterloo Region in Ontario, Canada.

Congratulations to the engaged: you are now embarking on the journey of a lifetime and just getting started. Enjoy this wonderful adventure.

It's Bride Time!

Are you planning your wedding and don’t know where to start? Attending a bridal show is the first and best place for the pro-active bride-to-be to get started. Welcome Wagon will host their exciting bi-annual Bridal Showcase on Sunday, March 14, 2010 from 1PM-4PM in the rotunda of Kitchener City Hall, 200 King Street West in downtown Kitchener, ON. “Bridal shows can be a real financial windfall and timesaver for engaged couples,” said Susan Casey, of Kitchener’s Welcome Wagon Bridal Showcase. This intimate bridal event offers brides-to-be, their fiancés and guests the opportunity to meet with local wedding vendors such as photographers, videographers, DJs, caterers, travel agents, bakers, florists, and much more – at one time and at one location. “I will have some of the best wedding professionals from the Waterloo region and surrounding areas exhibiting,” Susan said.Not only do you get to meet with the traditional wedding exhibitors at this wedding event, “You may also find the smaller, independent artisans who can provide those inspired and unique touches for your wedding, for example, in jewelry, chocolates, and invitations,” Susan stressed.Our bridal showcases are full of great, exciting ideas! Guests can sample wedding cakes and edible favors. Free gift bags, bridal magazines and wedding planners will be given to brides-to-be (while quantities last). As well, brides-to-be will have the opportunity to win the grand door prize of a Special Occasion Package which includes a one-night stay in the luxurious Country Retreat suite, generously provided by Best Western St. Jacob Country Inn.
“We will have a bridal fashion show, and the DJ will showcase their musical talent.” She added, “And there are many chances to win fabulous door prizes, including an opportunity to win a coveted honeymoon vacation, courtesy of Today’s Bride magazine.” Admission is free. Pre-registration is highly suggested. For more information about the Welcome Wagon Bridal Showcase, contact Welcome Wagon online at www.welcomewagon.ca or by telephone at 1-877-675-8463.Exhibitor opportunities for Kitchener’s Welcome Wagon Bridal Showcase are still available. Space is limited. Don't hesitate to contact Susan Casey at 1-519-658-0687or suezavon@sympatico.ca.

About Welcome Wagon Ltd.:
Welcome Wagon is a community-based service which welcomes community newcomers and contacts new parents, brides-to-be, pre-retirees and new businesspeople with information on local businesses and services. The Welcome Wagon organization has over 1200 Representatives across Canada. Since 1930, it has served over 500 communities. For more information about Welcome Wagon Ltd, please visit their Web site: www.welcomewagon.ca.

Bridal Show 101

It’s bridal show season! Some of these events can be hectic and overwhelming while others can be intimate and relaxing. I’ve created a list of 11 helpful tips to make your bridal visit a wedding show success.

1. Wear comfy shoes! Leave the heels at home and put on your comfy runners. You’ll be walking and standing with other brides-to-be for hours.

2. Create a plan of attack. Find the list of attending vendors in advance (this should be available on the bridal show’s website). Know who’ll be there and if you need their services.

3. Carry a big tote. Most shows will give you a bag to carry but in some cases it can be a while before you get one! All the vendors will have cards, pamphlets and samples so they’ll be eager to supply them to you.

4. Create an email specifically for your wedding. Instead of having your regular email filled with wedding information, create one especially for your wedding using the free emails available online. Ie. mandyswedding@hotmail.com or suegettinghitched@gmail.com

5. Bring address labels for draws. Instead of wasting time filling out forms, just slap a pre-made label on them. It should include your name, address, postal code, phone number, email and wedding date.

6. Bring a pen and paper. You’ll want to jot down notes and exchange information with some of the wedding vendors. It’s best to record the information immediately so you aren’t left scratching your head later on.

7. Leave your entourage at home. It’s a better bet to bring one or two people whose opinions you value versus a chaotic, albeit, well-meaning posse of ladies.

8. Find out the times of the fashion shows. At most wedding expos the fashion show seating will be given on a first-come first-serve basis. You may want to claim a good seat beforehand.

9. Go during down times. Bridal shows that run from Friday to Sunday are generally not so busy on Friday and the most hectic on Saturday. Fewer future brides equals more time for vendors to talk with you. NOTE: There is very little down time in one-day events: show up early or on time, otherwise you may lose out on great event opportunities.

10. Know what to ask. Bridal shows are an ideal way to find the vendor that’s right for you. There is less pressure to commit and you will have time to think about other options if you wish.

11. Enjoy yourself. Planning a wedding can be stressful but it should be lots of fun! Enjoy your time at the bridal event; it should be exciting and inspiring.

Here Comes the Bride…

Welcome Wagon prepares for another wedding show in Kitchener

Despite the downturn in the Canadian economy, beautiful weddings are in the making as brides-to-be will once again meet for Kitchener’s Welcome Wagon Fall Bridal Showcase. This intimate wedding show will be held at Kitchener City Hall, 200 King Street West in Kitchener on September 13, 2009 from 1PM – 4PM.

Free gift bags, bridal magazines and wedding planners will be given to brides (while quantities last). As well, brides will have the opportunity to win the grand door prize of a luxurious 5-hour Girls’ Night-Out limousine service, generously provided by Brentwood Livery.

More than 20 exhibitors will be represented at this intimate wedding show.
"Couples still want to get married and tend to find creative, fun ways to fashion their big day even in this slower economy," says Susan Casey, Welcome Wagon’s Kitchener Bridal Event Coordinator.

Among the show highlights included is a fashion show by Sophie’s Gown Shoppe, Tuxedo Royale, Frey’s Flowers and Complete Music. Brides can look forward to winning exciting door prizes, and there is a chance to win an exciting dream honeymoon to the Bahamas, courtesy of Today's Bride Magazine. “If you’re planning to be married or know someone that is, come meet our exhibitors at Kitchener’s Welcome Wagon Bridal Showcase. It will be time well invested,” Ms Casey said. For your free invitation, please visit www.bridalshowcase.ca or call 1-877-675-8463 to register.

Exhibitor opportunities for Welcome Wagon’s Bridal Showcase are still available. Space is limited. Don't hesitate to contact Susan Casey at 1-519-658-0687 or suezavon@sympatico.ca.

About Welcome Wagon Ltd.
Welcome Wagon is a community-based service which welcomes new arrivals and contacts new parents, brides-to-be and new businesspeople with information on local businesses and services. The Welcome Wagon organization has over 1200 Representatives across Canada. Since 1930, it has served over 500 communities. For more information about Welcome Wagon Ltd, please visit their Web site: www.welcomewagon.ca.

Contact:
Susan Casey, Kitchener Event Coordinator, Welcome Wagon, +1-519-658-0687 or suezavon@sympatico.ca.