Crafting Bliss Aug 2, 2008
" Alber has big plans for fall. There will be Halloween crafts galore and a visit from a designer for Pottery Barn Kids. The studio is also open to house your bridal shower, your girls night out, even kids parties. The Blissful Living elves will decorate and find someone to cater. Come December, Alber envisions one night when women come together for a marathon Christmas gift-wrap session, with glittery paper and ribbon and tags piled for their use, and if that isn't a gift to womankind, what is?... (AZCentral -- Home)
Looking Back Jul 17, 2008
Jill Miller, bride-elect of Kevin Houghton, was honored at a bridal shower in the Paul D. Miller home hosted by Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Morris Swartzendruber and Mrs. Ellis Swartzendruber. 28th ANNUAL KALONA TRACTOR PULL Tuesday, July 19, 1988 Jaycee Park - Hwy 22 East 7:00 PM Kalona, Iowa James Hershberger, some of Edwin and Marjorie Hershberger, and Darin Hochstetler, son of Jim and Anna Hochstetler, were among 145 graduates who received Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts during the Hesston... (Kalona News, IA)
'Shower' the Wedding Season with Love, Tradition and Aloha Jul 6, 2008
As we enter the wedding season, many friends and families will pay tribute to "nearly weds" through a variety of colorful functions, ranging from bridal showers to bridesmaid brunches ... Send bridal shower invitations three to four weeks in advance and include a small crepe-paper drink umbrella or a small amount of beach sand in the invitation's envelope. (Pekin Times, IL)
Mom hits limit to hospitality Jul 2, 2008
Dear Amy: I recently attended a bridal shower (the first in many a year). There was a basket of envelopes accompanied by a "cutesy" poem about helping out the bride and groom because they have so much to do. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Dreams do come true Jun 26, 2008
Last month s bridal shower supplied manicure, pedicure, lingerie, lotions and fragrances. As we reviewed the required something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, I offered the something borrowed: pink-pearl jewelry I wore to my daughter Melanie s wedding. (Yarmouth Register, MA)
Wedding Gift Ps and Qs Jun 13, 2008
" It sounds lovely, but for guests who don't know the bride and groom well enough to conjure up such a representation or are on a tight budget, here's a gift etiquette primer to get you through wedding season: 1. How much should I spend on a gift? MORE ON PERSONAL FINANCE FROM SMARTMONEY.COM The amount you should spend on a gift is one of those gray areas that vary based on the wedding location, your age and your budget. A typical amount, says Betsy Goldberg, features editor at Modern Bride... (SmartMoney)
Mr. and Mrs. Wendal A. Givens Jun 11, 2008
Mrs. Margaret Dickerson, mother of the bride, Ms. Veronica Thweatt, maid of honor, and Ms. Jewel Pelham, bridesmaid, as the hosts, and bridesmaids planned a bridal shower for the bride at Jones Dining Hall Virginia State University, Petersburg, Va. The Rising Star Baptist Church, Branchville, Va. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Too broke to be your maid of honor Jun 11, 2008
Bridezilla expects bridal showers, bachelorette parties, co-ed Jack and Jill party ... On top of the traditional expenses of attire, transportation and chipping in for a gift from the bridesmaids, maids of honor can wind up hosting bridal showers, bachelorette parties and even the co-ed Jack and Jill party -- often footing the bill entirely ... Post says that contrary to popular belief, the bridal shower isn't the maid of honor's obligation. (CNN -- US)
Charlie's Got That Newlywed Sheen Jun 2, 2008
Mueller met Sheen about two years ago at a Victoria's Secret party hosted by Gayheart, who in turn was spotted Sunday at her gal-pal's bridal shower at the Warehouse Restaurant in Marina del Rey. While Mueller's friends plied her with goodies, wedding guests were asked to give donations to Chrysalis, a charity that aids victims of domestic abuse, in lieu of presents. (E! Online)
Exercise your free will and prudence as wedding season madness begins Jun 1, 2008
A friend of the cousin was throwing her a bridal shower ... Since she never had a bridal shower, she suggested that everyone at her cousin's shower be encouraged to bring a gift for her, too. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Wedding: Jennifer Sears-Luis Gonzalez 05-18-2008 May 18, 2008
Hostesses for a bridal shower in the home of Lynn Goddard of Plainview were Sherry Akin, Libby Howard, Cynthia Oles, Roseanna Shepard, Sue Stanford, Linda Schrib, Peggy Pohlmeier, Wanda Leach, Patti Robinson, Gayle Speck, Rochelle Willson and Stephanie Sweatt. Plainview Daily Herald 2008. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Lexington Square planning several activities to mark week May 13, 2008
Thursday Bridal shower and reception with a display of formal wear, especially women's gowns from the 1880s to the present. Friday Hawthorne kids with fourth graders, clown and carnival at 5 p.m., and food, games for family and friends from 5 to 7 p.m.. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Social Butterfly a showcase for area's charities May 11, 2008
" Response to the column has been overwhelming. Brett receives invitations to people's homes, art galleries and church fellowship halls. She even received an invite to a country music-themed bridal shower. "I had some other events that night so I showed up in a ball gown, man, and I had a great time. I love the idea of really mixing it up going to really big things, the small things and everything in between. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
McDreamy gets McStupid in Made of Honor May 2, 2008
After Toms bridal shower is sabotaged by a bridesmaid (Busy Phillips, whose caustic wit is ill-utilized here) he once rebuffed romantically, he redoubles his efforts to be a great MOH and show Hannah how hes matured. You can pretty much map out where this is going off to Scotland, where Colin bests Tom in highland games; a semi-drunken kiss and confession of love; the big showdown at the church. (MSNBC -- News)
'Made of Honor' May 2, 2008
With a screenplay by Adam Sztykiel, Deborah Kaplan and Harry Elfont, it goes for easy laughs as when characters collide in a restaurant -- twice -- and a bridal shower takes an unexpectedly racy turn. It's most at home when Tom is bantering and hanging out with his friends. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Wedding: Amanda Reed and Aaron Busse 04-27-2008 May 2, 2008
Hostesses for a bridal shower in Plainview were Kim Horne, Maegan Horne, Carrie Rollins, Judy Dwyer, Melinda Flanagan, Amy Bosley, Sue Douglass, Patti Noel, Jan Foster, Arlene Boggs, Rhonda Rogers, Glenda Gibson, Dina Trevino, Lisa Scott, Sondria Gregg, Alanda Tomsu and Donice Hays. Other bridal courtesies included an engagement dinner given by Gabe Pelphrey and Jason and Annetta Gower in Dallas, bridal showers in Dallas given by Stephanie Rogers and Heather Allen and Rachel Austin; a lingerie... (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Bother of the Bride Apr 17, 2008
Last Sunday, my mother-in-law held my bridal shower at her house. My mother told me that while she was there, she saw a photo of the dress my mother-in-law picked out. (Slate)
Cass County Calendar Apr 9, 2008
Bridal Shower for Katie Binkard, bride to be of Grant Gerlock, at the Cumberland Methodist Church, 9:30 a.m. Family and friends are welcome to attend. Sun. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Fed up with cooking the same ol' stuff for dinner? Mar 27, 2008
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LOOKING BACK: A tribute to a great lady Mar 15, 2008
At my bridal shower, people laughed at her gift. It was a hammer, screwdriver, and a pair of pliers. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Ciao Time has 'Good Eats' Feb 22, 2008
"I had a business partner and she had a big Italian family, and we started cooking for her family We did a bridal shower, and a baby shower. Our catering menu has a lot of Italian dishes because universally, people like Italian food." She continued, "If you have a group of people, they ll go for the stuffed shells, they ll go for the chicken piccata and it s very well accepted." Griben admits that her menu is not strictly Italian dishes. "I did a whole German thing for Octoberfest for a client,"... (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)
Decorate paper lanterns for special occasions Feb 19, 2008
For a garden party or bridal shower, consider flowers, ladybugs and dragonflies; for a baby shower, teddy bears or bunnies are sweet. (Dena Fishbein hosts the television show "Embellish This!" aired monthly on the DIY Network. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Specialty Wedding Cakes Feb 17, 2008
Modern brides are looking details they can incorporate into their weddings to make them extraordinary. If you're looking for that ultra special touch to add to your wedding reception, dream up a theme cake or wedding cake that will make your guests' mouths drop. (Suite101.com)
Wedding Paper Divas Unveils Latest Trends for 2008 Wedding Season Feb 14, 2008
Wedding Paper Divas works with well-known, as well as up-and-coming, artists who design wedding invitations, bridal shower invitations and thank you cards that fit today's trends and romantic inspirations. Every design on Wedding Paper Divas is exclusive, which means it cannot be found anywhere else online or offline. (BusinessWire)
Maricopa manager unpacks Feb 5, 2008
In the past 60 days, he and his family have dealt with two trips to Arizona from Texas, three birthdays, a wedding shower, a bridal shower, a wedding and the move to Maricopa. On top of that, he's been meeting people and educating himself on the city. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Interview: Barbara Bush talks about her famous family Jan 26, 2008
On Jenna Bush's bridal shower and friendship: "Family and friends and faith are the most important things in your life and you should be building friendships. At our house now, the White House at this moment, Jenna has 10 girls at the house ... because we're having a shower for her tomorrow. "She's a perfect example. they're going to be friends for life. (USA Today)
Kading bridal shower Jan 25, 2008
A bridal shower was held at 9:30 a.m., Dec. 29, honoring Katie Kading, daughter of Lyle and Nadine Kading, who will be a bride in the near future ... Miller led the guests in a word of prayer, then the group played a game called Bridal Shower Scramble. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
The winner is ... Jan 25, 2008
I think I've played every bridal shower game around, danced to the Hokey Pokey, Twist, Chicken Dance and Electric Slide more times than I care to count. Every time I was a bridesmaid since I turned 18, I kept thinking I was closer to my own wedding. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
From the publisher's desk: Requiem for a mixer Dec 27, 2007
In November 1974, at my bridal shower (which I did not attend, but that's a whole other story) my mother's gift was a top-of-the-line KitchenAid stand mixer. For 33 years, "Big White" has mixed cookies, kneaded bread, whipped cream and even produced noodles (with the handy noodle attachment). (Daily Triplicate)
Backward Glances for Dec. 20 Dec 20, 2007
45 YEARS AGO- John Dumalac was elected president of the Hudson Firefighters Relief Association Victor A. Janusis was advanced to chief production engineer at Lapointe Machine Tool Co. and Alexander M. Bissett succeeded him as general superintendent A pilot plan released by the Hudson Planning Committee recommended that the town retain some recreation land at Round Top and on the north shore of Fort Meadow Reservoir Patrolman Merle Murphy was elected president of the Hudson Police Association... (Hudson Sun, MA)
Wedding:Phillips-Streich Dec 9, 2007
Hostesses for a bridal shower in the home of Nila Ball in Plainview were Wilton Armstrong, Janie Cantu, Elena Grimaldo, Caroline Kopp, Pat Jones, Sue Lewellen, Lee Naron, Sophie Saldana, and Sherrie Wall. Other bridal courtesies included a shower in Kansas City hosted by Marcy Streich and Bridgitte Mueller, a shower in Independence hosted by Jill Hatfield and Tara Smith, a tools and treasures shower in Independence hosted by Nancy Mayhall and two bridal showers hosted by friends and co-workers... (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Helping Plan Your Childs Wedding Nov 28, 2007
Get all your thrills out throwing her a bridal shower or engagement party. This you can plan anyway you want, serve the food you want, invite the people you want you have free reign. (Suite101.com)
Dees, Yarbrough married Nov 11, 2007
Prenuptial activities included a bridal shower given at the home of Mrs. Clyde Johnson, hosted by Sandra Johnson, Debbie Richardson, Lisa Johnson, and Tori Chappelle and a shower hosted by Stacey McMullen at the Bergman Baptist Fellowship Church. The parents of the groom hosted the rehearsal dinner in the fellowship hall at the Bergman church of Christ the evening before the wedding. (Newton County Times, AR)
Wedding: Tany Giles and Blake Lane 11-04-2007 Nov 4, 2007
Showers and other bridal courtesies included a bridal shower in the home of Dianna Miller and another in the home of JJ Graham. A lingerie shower was given by Kiley Hewitt. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Gift giving, receiving are such tricky things Oct 21, 2007
" Curious now, I opened the envelope and found it was a card that read on the front "For your bridal shower ... " (For the record, I have changed all the names so as to avoid an embarrassing situation for Larry and Louise.) I couldn't help but laugh. The happy couple-to-be had apparently gotten their share of mixers at the shower and this one was simply unnecessary, so they returned it to the store unopened. Still laughing, I then began to imagine some possible scenarios. There was no cash in... (Newton County Times, AR)
McCutchen, King wed Oct 14, 2007
Pre-nuptial activities for the couple included a morning bridal shower in the home of Linda Earnest Saturday, Sept. 8, hosted by Ann Hutcheson, Arleen Lee, Beth Crouse, Charlotte Pledger, Cindy Ramsey, Earlene Wright, Freda Mulanax, Gail Morton, Jodi Melhorn, Kara Richardson, Marcie Magness, Pat Fast, and Sheila Combs. Parents of the groom hosted the rehearsal dinner Friday, Sept. 14, at the Harrison Country Club. (Buffalo Reflex, MO)
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Philanthropist and movie investor Allison Weiss Brady, 36, experienced a different kind of bridal shower. Instead of enjoying a spa weekend in Napa, Calif. (Forbes)
More of this story Oct 13, 2007
For example, the Fieldmans were happy Alyson brought several recipe books, including one Matt s family assembled for her as a bridal shower gift. The books enabled them to host Shabbat dinners at their home and introduce Russian friends to home-cooked Jewish foods. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Wedding: Amanda Morgan Willingham and Joshua James Bailey Oct 10, 2007
A bridal shower was given by the ladies of LaFayette Church of Christ with family and friends attending. A lingerie shower was given by Lori Arey, aunt of the bride. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Wedding: Stephanie Marie Powell and Matthew Thomas Kennedy Oct 10, 2007
A bridal shower was held July 10 at Shiloh Baptist Church in Rossville. The ladies of the church hosted this event. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
In the cardsCelebrated food writer is also a master of the tarot Oct 3, 2007
By Beth Cooney Staff Writer Published October 2 2007 J ane Stern is not the kind of tarot card reader you book for a bar mitzvah or bridal shower. She won't read tarot for anyone younger than 21. (Stamford Advocate)
Wedding: Krystal Sims and Michael Phillips 09-30-2007 Oct 2, 2007
Bridal courtesies included a miscellaneous shower given by Jentry Lisenby, Desiree Richardson, Rebecca Huddleston, Glenna Butler, Monica Pool and Angela Major in the home of Desiree Richardson in Plainview and a bridal shower given by Ally and Kathy Reynolds of Arlington in the home of Kathy Reynolds. Co-hostesses for a lingerie shower in the home of Whitney Lawson were Melissa Lancaster, Jenna Sims and Karlee Warren. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
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Murphy, who has been to a Crate l in Boston and has bought the company's products as bridal shower gifts, said she plans to breeze into the Blue Back Square store soon after its opening Oct. 18. "It's quality products, definitely," she said. (FOX61, CT)
Couple's shower not what you think it is Sep 26, 2007
" Now, before you get your hopes up, it is nothing like whatever fantasy might immediately come to mind.A couple's shower is the modern co-ed version of a bridal shower. Bridal showers once were an exclusively female event. Grooms are now included, and one of them might invite you to come share in their misery. Grooms do receive gifts now, though. This is a mixed blessing. He'll receive Tupperware. You will never see any Craftsman tools at a shower. In other words, a groom will never receive... (Florida Today)
Wedding: Janie Davison Gilbert and Justin Wolf Grinnell Sep 19, 2007
The Bank of LaFayette hosted a bridal shower for employee Janie Gilbert on Thursday, May 24, at the main office ... A miscellaneous bridal shower was held at the home of Dr. Lori Ebert of Atlanta on Saturday, June 9. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
What's good BBQ? Sep 12, 2007
"I missed a bridal shower to be here. You wouldn't want to be the only sibling in the family without a diploma.". Once ce. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
What's a good BBQ? Go to school to find out Sep 4, 2007
"I missed a bridal shower to be here. You wouldn't want to be the only sibling in the family without a diploma.". Once certified, it's not uncommon for judges to plan vacations around competitions in need of their services. (USA Today -- Travel)
Wedding: Heidi Hingst and Timothy Kuehn 09-02-2007 Sep 2, 2007
Hostesses for a bridal shower in the home of Sarah Kunkel were Beth Finley, Rebecca Gloyna, Melody Hoglan, Doris Hooper, Barbara Huffhines, Ranada Jack, Kathy Klatt, Eva Mae Koenning, Ruth Obenhaus, Priscilla Sammann, Lisa Schumacher, Charlotte Schumacher, Charlotte Sjogren, Sylvia Steen, Shirley Steinfaith and Bonnie Willis. A bridal shower was held in the home of Judy Townsend of Lubbock. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
An ode to Tex Aug 31, 2007
His fianc;e postponed a bridal shower to watch their performance. Then there's guilt over how their three simple chords and harmony honed through church hymns bypassed the dues paid by real musicians the guys who suffer through Battle of the Bands and lowly gigs to get anyone to listen. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Mean boss? It's payback time Aug 21, 2007
A woman in Connecticut says the owner of the store where she worked invited all the employees to a bridal shower for his assistant and the next day presented them with bills for their share of his gift of a $500 china platter. The contestant "Momtimesfour" recounts the day her boss offered to buy everyone in the office lunch and took them to a discount warehouse, where he instructed them to dine on free samples in the grocery section. (Los Angeles Times)
Wedding: Sarah Kathryn Gilbert and Clinton Burney Skates Aug 10, 2007
Next, a bridal shower was given by the bride s aunt, Anne Barnes, and her daughter, Ellen Barnes, at a cabin belonging to the bride s grandfather, Charles M. Gilbert, on Aug. 20 ... A bridal shower was held at the LaFayette Highland Club on Oct. 1 ... A bridal shower, also at the LaFayette Highland Club, was hosted Oct. 28 by Ann Bunn, Donna Clements, Betsy Hannah, Pat Langford, Beth Thrash, Ann Wurzbacher and Patty Wallace. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Mrs. Christopher Taylor Willis Aug 8, 2007
On June 3, a bridal shower was given at Pamplin Park by members of the bridal party. The rehearsal dinner, hosted by the groom s parents, was held at the Williamsburg Woodlands, Cascade Room. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Golfing becomes family affair for Westemeiers Aug 4, 2007
"It was started by a couple of my uncles looking for something to do while all the women had a bridal shower," notes Mike Westemeier of Waterloo, a 1976 Central High graduate who has become the director of the Westemeier Invitational. "There were probably only six or eight people at the first one."Our families just keep growing after 40 years. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Thomas Jul 30, 2007
On February 24, co-workers of the bride gave a surprise bridal shower at the home of the bride. There was also a second surprise bridal shower given on February 23, at the home of Sabrina Ward, by co-workers of the bride with entertainment provided by the infamous Rude Boy of Richmond. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Cookbooks offer help, inspiration Jul 25, 2007
That's one reason cookbooks are such popular bridal shower and wedding gifts ... For bridal shower or wedding gift, consider this list of basic cookbooks ... Cooking can be a beautiful expression of love, and that's one reason that cookbooks will always be popular gifts for bridal showers and weddings. (AZCentral -- Home)
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Pecan butter ball cookies Jul 11, 2007
These make delicate treats for a bridal shower or post-wedding brunch. 2. (Boston Globe)
Couples hope lucky day will guarantee years of wedded bliss Jul 8, 2007
"I got asked about (the date) at the last bridal shower," Miller said. "I realized it was going to be an important date.". (AZCentral -- News)
Families gather recipes, stories to hand down Jul 7, 2007
They called it Roslyn's Bridal Shower Cookbook. "I really treasure that little book collected especially for me," Mitchell-Terrell said. (AZCentral -- Home)
More kitchen keepsakes Jun 24, 2007
She received it at her bridal shower over 60 years ago. It is still the best skillet I have. (Pensacola News Journal)
Wedding: Amy Waide and Joshua McDonald 06-17-2007 Jun 18, 2007
Other bridal courtesies included a couples shower, bridal shower and lingerie shower in Dallas and a bridal shower in Lubbock. The bride is a 1995 graduate of Floydada High School and received a bachelor s degree in entomology from Texas Tech University in 1999 and a master s degree in physicians assistant studies from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 2003. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Serving up a party Jun 17, 2007
Finger sandwiches for Father's Day, spilled salsa on a white bridal shower dress, lobster served to a shellfish-intolerant crowd or undercooked meat making its way to the table are all recipes for disaster. Yes, any special-occasion celebration can turn nightmarish in a jiffy if the host isn't paying attention to everything from food preparation to the party's mood and tone. (Washington Times)
Looking Back Jun 14, 2007
Connie Miller was honored at a bridal shower at the Mahlon Leichty home Tuesday evening, June 1. Susan Yutzy and Bev Leichty were hostesses. (Kalona News, IA)
Wedding: LaTonda Nichole Fennell and Edward Cherry Jr 06-10-2007 Jun 11, 2007
Hostesses for a bridal shower in Dallas were the bridesmaids of the wedding. Hostesses for a couples shower at Steubing Ranch Elementary were the bride s first grade co-workers. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Good-bye Parisian, hello Belk Jun 6, 2007
I mostly go there to buy bridal shower gifts. I ve never cared for Parisian since they seem incredibly overpriced for what they sell. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
