Ok Iam getting married on Dec. 9th. We arent having a big wedding but I need to know what I need to do to go about renting a hall and getting the justice of the peace out there. Also The hall will be where we get married and the reception afterwards. What do I need there? Any advice will help.
2006-07-20 07:01:41 · 13 answers · asked by catherine b 3 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Other - Entertainment
Call around and get some quotes as well as what the hall will actually provide. I'm not sure what to tell you about the Justice of Peace but maybe a non-denominational pastor would suffice. Instead of having a dinner at my wedding we had a dessert buffet because our wedding was in the evening. CLose family and friends could help provide the desserts for that along with a traditional wedding cake.
2006-07-20 07:08:18 · answer #1 · answered by Diana C 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Does anyone u know belong to a VFW or other private organization? They could get a discount for the hall rental.
For the JP, just go talk to him/her and set it up so they can reserve the date. Legally you can get married by a notary also, but check with your state or town hall to make sure.
If your budget is really tight, you can have the reception be "pot luck", where you can make a list of food categories and ask peeps to bring something in a category. If you do end up renting the VFW or some private place, usually the members would cook for the wedding, maybe at a small fee but way cheaper than the caterers would charge.
Make sure there is room to dance, and if u can't afford a DJ, then have someone record or bring your favorite songs to play on a stereo, preferrably getting someone to volunteer to run the music for you.
For a photographer, buy those wedding packs with disposable cameras and put a couple on each table, and find someone you know that can take pretty good pics to do the "formal" pics, like the wedding party and the cutting of the cake.
You can also ask someone with a video camera to walk around during the reception to "interview" your guests, makes for a very memorable wedding day.
Decorations: check around, lots of things on sale right now for weddings since June was the most popular wedding month. A little at a time will add up after a while.
Balloons r cheap but can look pretty cool, and dress up the place a bit. Streamers, table cloths (which should probably be paper), and don't forget napkins, cups, tableware, plates.
If you can't afford real flowers, there are plenty of beautiful fake ones that are way cheaper and make beautiful bouquets.
Hey, my first wedding, we played softball for the reception, it was at the church picnic, was awesome!!!!!
Get creative, get your friends and family to help, and don't stress, this is supposed to be a great day for you.
OH, and Congratulations!!!!
2006-07-20 14:33:29 · answer #2 · answered by hisladytish 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just call several places, most masonic lodges rent out their halls. Look in your phone book and look up rentals or banquet halls. Also, look in your phone book for a justice of the peace, if you don't have any listed, call you local courthouse and they can put you in touch with someone.
Depending on your budget and time of wedding, depends on what you serve at the reception. If it is a lunch time wedding, sandwiches and salad, stuff like that will do. Dinner is a little more upscale. Really you decided what you want to serve and just do it. This day is about you and your big day, its not a time to impress everyone that is there.
Make sure you check with the hall about their restrictions, before booking the hall.
2006-07-20 14:10:06 · answer #3 · answered by sunflowerlizard 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't know where you live but..My husband and I planned eloped to a lovely old mansion in New Albany, Indiana (the mansion is over 100 years old) and we were married by a minister who performs the marriages...you can have just yourself and witnesses or a full meal deal so to speak..so I would look around for the hall as you said..be careful because people will try to hook you up for lots of money..Since its in the winter you will have to have a inside wedding..Make some calls where you would like to have the wedding and reception, then ask about catering by you or a private company..depending on the size of your wedding you could ask for everyone to help you with the food, decorations, and the cake is your call..look around and taste and find out what the cost will be depending on the number you are feeding..the minister is your choice just give them plenty of time so they know they can be there..and you apply for a marriage license around a month before the marriage at your local government building..I like small personal weddings they are just a beautiful and have so much meaning because you add your special touch..after all it is not the amount you spend but what is felt in the heart and who you are surrounded by when you make that commitment..wish I could help you...good luck
2006-07-20 14:14:40 · answer #4 · answered by FloNightingGale 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Okay, I had a very small wedding in April so here's what I did. I tried getting a judge to do the wedding, but the judges wouldn't perform the ceremony anywhere outside City Hall. It may be different where you live, so you'll have to call probate court and ask them. If you can't get a judge, ask around and see who else in your area is ordained to perform weddings.
I rented a chapel for the ceremony and we had the reception in the lounge in the chapel basement. It was the perfect size for our little wedding party. We didn't bother with decorations as the chapel was so beautiful to begin with. If you want to decorate, be sure to ask what's allowed. The hall should have restrooms where you can get dressed, or just get ready before you head over.
We had a local sub shop deliver a party tray, but you may opt to cook food at the hall instead. Ask about the availability of a kitchen. Bring your own cooking utensils, because you can't be sure what they have or how clean it is.
Email me if you have any other questions. Small weddings are definitely the best way to do it. Good luck and congratulations!
2006-07-20 14:12:31 · answer #5 · answered by Chris 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations!
This is your wedding. What do you WANT there?
How many people are coming? Will they have special needs?
How long do you see the festivities going?
What do you have for a budget?
I believe the standard advice is:
1: Figure out what your budget will allow
2: Figure out what the requirements will cost
(Cost of the hall, the Justice of the Peace fee, tipping)
3: Figure out how many people will be coming
Given that information, you can probably make some
decisions about what you want to wear, how much you
want to spend per guest, etc.
By YOU, I of course am talking about you an your fiancee.
If he wants nothing to do with this, you need to figure out
why and what (if anything) it implies about your future together.
2006-07-20 14:09:05 · answer #6 · answered by Elana 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-07-20 14:14:14 · answer #7 · answered by Kendra Leigh 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact the hall and make sure it's available, then contact the justice of the peace and arrange the details. Call them directly...it's not rocket science.
2006-07-20 14:05:52 · answer #8 · answered by KitKat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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Here's a short list off the top of my head:
1) Pick a site (reception hall or Hotel) find out availability, pick a date
2) Call officiants (pastor or J of P), find one that will be available on your date
3) work with the hall to pick food menu and drinks
4) order cake and flowers
5) buy dress, pick out bridesmaid dresses
6) pick out invitations
7) order limo (if applicable)
8) pick hairstyle, nails, makeup
2006-07-20 14:17:15 · answer #9 · answered by curious_maya 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I don't know what city you are in, so I don't have any specific advice for you. You might give some more details and help will be easier to give.
2006-07-20 14:07:09 · answer #10 · answered by OnTheShortList 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋