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Julie & Anthony Highlights - Century House

Monday, October 18th, 2010

“Wow!” That was all Tony could say when Julie reached him at the top of the aisle. She was stunning, and was probably one of the most excited brides I’ve seen. Need proof? Just check out Julie & Tony’s first kiss in the video below. That excitement started at the beginning of the day and lasted through the end of the night.

I met up with Julie at her house as she and her bridesmaids were getting ready. You could tell that Julie had been planning for this day. Everywhere you looked, you could see reminders of the wedding - the Save the Date magnet on the fridge, painted bride and groom glasses on the shelf, and her custom framed invitation on the wall. From Julie’s house, they all hopped in a trolley and headed off for pictures, then made their way to St. Mary’s in Waterford to make it official. A few dozen smiles later, we made it to the reception where the bride and groom and their guests (whether at the bar or on the dance floor) partied the night away.

Julie & Tony’s vendors:
DJ: Jeff from The Piano Man’s DJ
Gown: Bridal Gallery by Yvonne
Favors: Saratoga Photobooth
Flowers: Nectar Custom Floral Designs
Photos: Sharon & Kristen - Captured Moments by Sharon Mahar
Stationery: Classical Creations by LC
Venue: Century House

Here is Julie & Anthony’s highlight video from their September 2010 wedding. Feel free to leave comments for the happy couple!

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Julie & Anthony - Wedding Highlights from Cheryl Lighthall on Vimeo.

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Jaclyn & Robert - Wedding Highlights

Saturday, November 28th, 2009

Imagine having two daughters plan their weddings in the same year - only four months apart - June and October.  Jaclyn is the October bride in this scenario and I have been looking forward to this wedding since I first met this family back in June, and I’m so glad I got to be a part of both of these incredible weddings.

Jaclyn & Robert’s day took place in Saratoga Springs with the ceremony at St. Clement’s and the reception at Saratoga National Golf Club.  The day started with the forecast calling for downpours in the afternoon, however the rain held off and blue skies and sunshine made an appearance by the time the reception got under way.  Sharon & Kristen from Captured Moments by Sharon Mahar took advantage of the change in weather and brought the newlyweds outside for a series of quick, beautiful shots in the awesome light.  This duo is so much fun to work with, we always have a great time when they are around.  (Sharon doesn’t blog though, so I’ve included a couple of photos from the wedding below the video so you can check out her work.)

Back inside, the best man had everyone laughing when, during his toast, he offered Rob some words of advice since they both had married “pretty little Italian women, with big Italian families”.  After dinner, Mike Garrasi from Music Man Entertainment got the party started.  He didn’t need to do much though - not with this crowd.  They were there to party and that’s just what they did - owwww!  Jaclyn’s nephews entertained everyone with a performance to “Boom Boom Pow”, Jaclyn’s brother and cousin snuck up on and danced around people during “What Is Love” (they got me again!), Robert’s grandmother was out on the dance floor all day, there were sing-a-longs, a 40th anniversary dedication to Jaclyn’s parents, and Jaclyn’s sister and sister-in-law showed up in sombreros at one point (don’t ask!).  The night ended to “New York, New York” (where the bride & groom live) with the crowd forming a huge circle around the happy couple.

Also, I have to give a quick plug to Jaclyn’s sister, Lindsay (the June bride).  She designed all the printed materials - invitations, programs, menus, etc. and just started her own business - check her out here.

Now, onto the video.  Here is the highlight video from Jaclyn & Robert’s October 2009 wedding.  Feel free to leave comments for the happy couple.

 

Jaclyn & Robert - Wedding Highlights from Cheryl Lighthall on Vimeo. Photos by: Captured Moments by Sharon Mahar
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Lindsay & Matthew - Wedding Highlights

Monday, August 31st, 2009

Lindsay and Matt are a little crazy, a little goofy, total hams and so much fun.  Once the formal ceremony at St. Michael’s in Cohoes was over, that was it.  Lindsay spent the rest of the day either laughing, dancing or singing to Matt.  And even though Matt broke his ankle a few days before the wedding, he didn’t let that stop him.  He danced, he skipped (yes, skipped) and he begged for a ride on a scooter - they wouldn’t stop though.

The photo shoot with Sharon & Kristen from Captured Moments by Sharon Mahar was a blast.  The bridal party was totally into it and Lindsay and Matt hardly needed any direction - they were even coming up with their own poses.  The reception took place at the Franklin Plaza where the colors for the day were black and pink.  Lindsay incorporated them into all the printed materials - invitations, programs, seating chart, menus, placecards, card box - you name it - and, she designed them all herself (it helps that she’s a graphic designer).

The DJs were Matt and Pat from Original Sounds by S&S.  They had a great set up, and lit up the dance floor for us - not only with their awesome lighting system, but with the music they played.  Lindsay dedicated a song to her parents who celebrated their 40th anniversary earlier in the year, her nephews tore it up to “Boom Boom Pow” (I can’t listen to that song anymore without thinking of the two of them) and Matt, with his ankle, was even doing a one footed dance to “Footloose”.  And, to top it all off, Lindsay’s brother and cousin started sandwiching unsuspecting people on the dance floor to “What Is Love” a la “Night at the Roxbury”.  I took my eyes off of them for a second and they even got me! 

What a great party!  I can’t wait to see everyone again at Jaclyn’s wedding (Lindsay’s sister) in October.  Owwwww!

Here is the highlight video from their June 2009 wedding.  Feel free to leave comments for the happy couple.  Enjoy!

Lindsay & Matthew - Wedding Highlights from Cheryl Lighthall on Vimeo.

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