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The Hall at River Square Center

WACO’S PREMIER EVENT SPACE

Dressed up or dressed down, The Hall at River Square Center will transform your event into something truly extraordinary.

N Specializing in N REHEARSAL DINNERS & RECEPTIONS

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TO BOOK YOUR EVENT: 254.870.5017

WWW.THEHALLWACO.COM 217 MARY AVE., WACO, TX

Just 25 minutes from Waco

WEDDINGS | RECEPTIONS | CORPORATE EVENTS REUNIONS | ANY SPECIAL EVENT Rental includes indoor & outdoor venue options, parking areas, tables, chairs, dressing room areas, & old west town.

Visit our website for more pictures, information & pricing. www.TheTripleDRanch.com | 254-993-1170

541 CR 131 Mount Calm, TX

Smile Down

e Aisle!

Josh M. Knowles, D.D.S., M.S.D.

Specialist: Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Diplomate American Board of Orthodontics Dr. Knowles is your board-certiďŹ ed orthodontist practicing in the greater Temple area.

*2017 & 2018 Invisalign Top Provider

254-773-8028

www.smileattheworld.com

2027 S. 61st, St. Ste. 111, Temple, TX

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Photo by Hannah Haston

CARLO H. BANDA

Rated Top 25 New BBQ Joints by

254-285-8707 www.wosproductions.com

Knob Creek Chapel & Recepti Hall We Just Look Expensive! $2,250 for 3-Day Facility Rental Open by appointment. Call today!

Receive $500 off bookings when paid in full by June 30, 2020 Weddings | Receptions | Anniversaries | Banquets Reunions | Corporate Meetings | Quinceañeras Set on eight landscaped acres with a picturesque pond and tree-lined drive Gazebo for outside and chapel for inside functions | Reception hall with capacity for up to 175 | Liberal hours - day before, day of, day after Tables & chairs furnished. We set up, take down, & clean up | Bride/groom dressing rooms | Lighted parking for 80 cars

7196 E. FM 436, Temple,TX

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254.983.0020

www.knobcreekchapel.com

We Find the Perfect Gown to Make You Feel Beautiful

Contents On the Cover

Photo by Loved Memories Photography

Features Schedule your appointment online today!

7 Featured Vendor Scribbles

By Jessa McClure

18 Local Wedding Amy & Stephen Photos by Loved Memories Photography

24 Local Wedding Sydney & Hunter Photo by Shelly Taylor Photography

@joannsbridal

254-826-5715 | www.joannsbridal.com I-35 access road, Exit 353, West, TX

Catering

Photos by Shelly Taylor Photography

Submit your real wedding at www.TexasEngagements.com

Publisher: Michele Berger Editor-in-Chief: Jessa McClure Creative Director: Jerri Denson Office Manager: Melissa Talbert Social Media/Networking: Hillary Horton Advertising Information: Michele Berger (254)723-3696

Next Deadline June 5th For July & August Issues locally-owned and operated by Josh Hale and Scott Studer

Contact us Phone: (254)848-8308 office@bergerpublishing.com

Events Large & Small Bartending Services Large Customizable Menu Experienced Professionals Free Consultation

254-799-0027

4713 Bellmead Dr., Waco, TX www.LoneStarSteakhouseWaco.com

Central Texas EngagementsTM 2020. All copy, photographs and information contained herein is protected by copyright and not to be reproduced. Publisher reserves the right to decline any advertisements.

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www.magnoliaweddingranch.com

Packages starting at $1,700

Indoor/Outdoor Ceremony & Reception Sites Overnight Accommodations Available Private Bridal & Groom Suites

Photos by Angela Dodd Photography

254-315-6984

264 HCR 3136 North, Bynum, TX

@MagnoliaRanchTX

www.RioBrazosCatering.com

254-235-9136 / 254-424-2416

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www.laurencrosephotography.com

Hand Lettering | Chalkboard Art Floral Design | Creative Projects

Photo by Loved Memories Photography

254-855-3294 hortonhousestudio@gmail.com

By Jessa McClure

For almost 25 years, brides and their families have traveled to Scribbles on Lake Air Drive in Waco to find the wedding invitations of their dreams.

“That is really an accomplishment for a small shop to stay alive for that long, especially during a pandemic,” said, Janie Peterson, who bought the store with her daughter Anne Conine in 2016. “We have a lot of loyal customers who have kept us afloat through all of this.”

Not only has the store kept their loyal following, but Scribbles has even attracted new followers in the last few months because of its platforms on Instagram and Facebook. Peterson and her daughter have helped bring the shop into the digital age by taking advantage of social media and employing a graphic designer to create modern invitations, stationery, and notecards.

“We can pretty well match anything that brides can find online,” Peterson said.

But even though the store has modernized their approach to wedding invitations, the shop owner said there is nothing like coming into Scribbles and getting to see what you’re getting.

“It might be cheaper to buy online, but you don’t know what the product will look like or what the paper will feel like,” she said. “I think the bride and her groom should come in and see it and feel it.”

Just like before the pandemic, employees at Scribbles are available to sit down and go through the process of finding a couples’ ideal invitations. And they are making sure every bride and groom feels comfortable during their appointment.

“We wear masks and encourage others to wear masks as well,” she said. “After each customer leaves, we wipe down anywhere the customer has been sitting. We’re very cautious.”

Peterson does encourage brides to make an appointment to look at the shop’s stationery inventory, so they can have the employees’ undivided attention. Scribbles is open Wednesday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m – 3 p.m.

“If you haven’t checked us out, we’d love for you to come in,” she said. “And don’t forget to follow us on social media or call with any questions.”

For more information about Scribbles, call 254-741-9494 or find them on Facebook and Instagram @scribbleswaco.

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Photos by Wilder Love Photography

254.754.0099

401 South 3rd Street, Waco

Wedding & Event Venue www.thephoenixballroom.com

RSVP

EVENT EQUIPMENT RENTAL 426 Towne Oaks Dr., Waco, Texas

Tents | Tables Chairs | Linens | Lighting China | Décor Photo by Tori Matthews Photography

254-772-5667 8

www.rsvpwacotx.com

Photo by Shelly Taylor Photography Hair & Makeup by La Bella Salon & Beauty Lounge -Stephanie Bautista & Ashlyn Quisenberry

254-501-6519

Where Character & Convenience Come Together 801 N. 4th Street, Killeen, TX | www.downtownkilleenevents.com

Every successful event starts with a great venue and surrounding community. With easy access from the highway or the airport, history art & culture, outstanding cuisine and recreation to satisfy every interest, you can’t beat the City of Killeen and the Killeen Civic & Conference Center.

Our staff can also help you coordinate reservations with the broad selection of hotels in our community. Call us today, and let’s get started!

254-501-3888

www.visitkilleen.com

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www.killeenciviccenter.com

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Rustic Acres

Photography by Legacy Imaging

Weekend rentals (Friday - Sunday at noon) 5500 sq. ft. facility holds over 300 people Tables & chairs included in rental fee Indoor & outdoor ceremony site options

8513 Fox Road, Belton, TX www.RusticAcresEventCenter.com RusticAcresEventCenter@hotmail.com

254.709.5245 | www.lovedmemories.com

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Let us help you wii your next event!

www.LeeLockwood.org

254-754-3942

BLANEK’S

CUSTOM CATERING

Weddings Rehearsal Dinners Special Events Corporate Events

Makensie Banda 254.717.8869 HeavenlyWeddingsWaco.com

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Large menu including specialty items & dietary options Experienced staff No event too large or small

www.blaneks.com

Legacy Limousines of Waco Quality Services at Affordable Prices

Photo by Shelly Taylor Photography

254-314-2415 893 E. FM 93, Temple, TX www.celebrationsshoppe.com

Hours: Mon. & Fri. 10 a.m.  1 p.m.

Tues. - Thurs. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday by appointment

Weddings | Proms | Nights Out on the Town Out-of-Town Trips Wedding Party & Guest Shuttles

254-253-0198

www.LLofWaco.com

The Perfect Venue for your Special Event Weddings + Parties + Showers + Corporate Events

Exclusive Shopping for Unique Items Gifts Gifts + + Jewelry Jewelry + + Home Home Decor Decor + + Clothing Clothing

317 W. 3rd Street Clifton, Texas www.marketatthemillclifton.com 254-715-8160 254-744-4517 Photo by @nbarrettphotography

Historic Charm with Today’s Amenities

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Free Lodging with Sunday Booking!

Email for Details.

Oer expires 6/30/2020

Wedding Weekend Lodging | Rehearsal Dinners Outdoor Ceremony/Reception Explore our latest pictures and inspirational videos of the property. @gatheringoaksretreat Photo by Ashley Houser

Info@gatheringoaksretreat www.gatheringoaksretreat.com

Book an 8+ hour wedding and receive a gift valued at $900!

Oer expires 6/30/2020

www.ShellyTaylorPhotography.net

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254.307.1819 316 Canyon Oaks Rd., Crawford, TX

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Photo by Shelly Taylor Photography

Weddings Rehearsal Dinners Reunions Parties

Catering • Banquet Hall • Big O Deck

Included in venue rental: Tables & 90” White Table Cloths Chiavari Chairs Unlimited Nugget Ice 2500 Washington Ave., Waco, TX For reservations call: 254-498-1015 / 254-498-3770 www.castleheightsbijoux.com

1925 Speight • (254) 753-1421 1201 Hewitt Drive • (254) 420-2060

GeorgesRestaurant.com

Let us design all of your wedding floral needs

254.752.3351

Photo by Micaela Grace

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1500 Primrose Dr., Waco, TX 76706 www.wolfe-florist-waco.com

Just $300 - $500 to Save Your Date!

Call for an appointment: 254-315-8874

Offer expires 6/30/2020

12485 Wortham Bend Rd., Waco

AC/Heat Indoor Outdoor Cedar Chapel Day & Weekend Packages Covered Patio with Stage & Grill On-Site Guest Haus with Bridal Suite www.billysbarnwaco.com

Classical & Spanish guitar from the 1400s to present for your special occasion Weddings | Receptions Special Events

254-776-8188

exumguitarstudio@gmail.com

4201 Lake Shore Dr., Ste D, Waco

Photo by Loved Memories Photography

Central Texas’ Newest Event Venue banquet seating for 600 sound system & a/v included tables & chairs included

mcgregor, texas

(254) 236-8400 300 S. Jefferson Avenue McGregor, Texas www.McGregor-Texas.com

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Amy Poteet & Stephen D’Urso April 6, 2019 | Crawford, TX

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Photographer/Videographer: LOVED MEMORIES PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY Cakes: ALL SUGAR’D UP Caterer: BLANEK’S CUSTOM CATERING Dress: GEORGIO’S Floral: BEFORE I DO Make-Up: SHE’S ALL ABOUT THAT FACE Venue: GATHERING OAKS RETREAT Wedding Planner: BEFORE I DO

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Amenities

Ballroom Balcony Bar Pool Lake Views Lawn Ample Parking Gated for Privacy Tables & Chairs Included

WEDDINGS | RECEPTIONS | BANQUETS | ANY SPECIAL EVENT 254-622-2137 119 PRIVATE ROAD 1820, CLIFTON, TX

WWW.BOSQUERESORT.COM BOSQUERESORTCASTLE@YAHOO.COM Photo by Sarah Channon

Floral Boutique

www.

www.bloomingalsfloralboutique.com

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Located south of Hillcrest Hospital on I-35 service road

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Photo by Loved Memories Photography

innovative concepts | creative design organized planning | Flawless execution

Airbrush Makeup Flawless, natural and timeless beauty for your wedding day Lauren Owen Call or text: 254-715-8434

www.shesallaboutthatface.com

254.716.5809 info@brunerevents.com

www.brunerevents.com

Now Booking for 2020

150 Acre Giraffe Sanctuary | 6,184 Square Ft. Barn Indoor & Outdoor Ceremony Sites Bridal & Groom’s Suites | Tables, Chairs & Linens Included

Call or Text

833-711-1777

2032 Blue Cut Rd. North, McGregor, TX

www.bluehillsranch.com ido@bluehillsranch.com

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Sydney Cadell & Hunter Jones October 12, 2019 | Clifton, TX

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Photographer: SHELLY TAYLOR PHOTOGRAPHY Floral: HEWITT FLORIST Transportation: LEGACY LIMOUSINES OF WACO Venue: MARKET AT THE MILL

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www.PendleyParty.com 254.772.2757

Event Design 26Photos by Marcel Van Es Photography

254.284.0070 | www.DeerfieldVenue.com

Mirror Me Photobooth & DJ Service

Specialty Cakes & Desserts

$200 Off DJ, Karaoke & Photo Booth! *Call for details.

Offer expires 6/30/2020

DJ Karaoke Kim & DJ Famous John High-Quality Digital Prints | Fun Props & Red Carpet Weddings | Quinceañeras | Corporate & Special Events

254.495.1997

AA Sugar’d Up 254-644-9492 | 6320 N. 19th St., Waco, TX Photo by Lauren Crose Photography

KandSEntertainment.com

Catering | Weddings | Receptions Dinners | Private Parties Hours: Restaurant - Fri. & Sat. 4 - 10 p.m.

Catering - 7 days a week 6095 Heidenheimer, Temple,TX 254-493-2408 www.mungiabbq.com Thomas Mungia, Owner

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Ivory Bell Floral Revyn Marburger {Owner}

254.541.8702 revyn@ivorybellfloral.com

1226 Washington Ave.

Waco, TX

Venues with Value Affordable Rentals Unique to Waco

254-753-4900 ext. 216 www.missionwaco.org

EVENTS

Simply a Taste of Sweetness $60 Off a Cake Valued at $300 or More!

Offer expires 6/30/2020

FLORAL DESIGN | RENTALS 25% Off Florals & In-Stock Rentals Offer expires 6/30/2020

Kathy Tucker, Owner

254-644-4413

By Appointment Only

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www.kakesbykat.com info@kakesbykat.com

Photo by Loved Memories Photography

Facebook.com/soireetexas

Jessie Hill 254-652-0922

Harpist Enchanting Salado & All of Bell County Wedding Ceremonies Receptions Rehearsal Dinners Parties & Special Events

254-699-9050

www.centexharpist.com

610 Fit Training Studio

Empowering you to BE STRONG through faith & fitness

$75 O Bridal Fitness Package!

Oer Expires 6/30/2020

Aerobics | Personal Training Small Group Personal Training Nutrition Coaching

254-216-1020

www.610FIT.com

Floral Design

254-326-8300

thestellarplace@gmail.com Photo by Ashley Munn Photography

Photo by Loved Memories Photography

Follow Us to Find Inspiration or Your Dream Wedding. @centraltexasengagements

254-366-2620

@weddingsbyshauna | www.weddingsbyshauna.com

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Index By Categories Beauty

Amazing Lash Studio.................................................. 20 La Bella Salon & Beauty Lounge..................................9 She’s All About That Face........................................... 23

Bridal & Formal Wear

Georgio’s Bridal & Formalwear.................................. 22 JoAnn’s Bridal................................................................5 Pat’s Gowns................................................................. 21

Cakes & Desserts

All Sugar’d Up.............................................................. 27 Kakes by Kat............................................................... 28 The Olive Branch......................................................... 21

Caterers

Blanek’s Custom Catering.......................................... 12 George’s Restaurant & Catering................................ 16 Helberg Barbecue.........................................................4 JD’s Catering............................................................... 22 Lone Star Tavern & Steakhouse Catering...................5 Mungia’s BBQ Restaurant & Catering Services........ 27 Rio Brazos Cuisine Custom Catering...........................6 The Olive Branch......................................................... 21

Fitness

610 Fit ��...................................................................... 29

Floral Design

Bloomingals................................................................. 20 HEB Blooms................................................................. 15 Horton House Studio....................................................6 Ivory Bell Floral............................................................ 28 Soiree Events.............................................................. 28 The Stellar Place Floral Design.................................. 29 Wolfe Florist................................................................. 16

Gifts

Market at the Mill........................................................ 13 Scribbles...................................................................... 29

Hand Lettering & Calligraphy

Horton House Studio....................................................6

Hotel Accommodations / Lodging

Billy’s Barn................................................................... 17 Gathering Oaks Retreat.............................................. 14 Residence Inn by Marriott – Temple.......................... 11

Invitations / Stationery

Crop – Paper – Scissors............................................. 28 Scribbles ..................................................................... 29

Karaoke

K & S Entertainment................................................... 27

Lighting

K & S Entertainment................................................... 27 Wall of Sound Productions...........................................4

Limousines & Chauffeur Services

Legacy Limousines of Waco....................................... 13

Music/DJ’s

Frank Exum Solo Guitarist.......................................... 17 Gretchen Williams/Harpist......................................... 29 K & S Entertainment................................................... 27 The Salado Trio............................................................ 29 Wall of Sound Productions...........................................4

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Orthodontics

Smile at the World........................................................3

Photo Booths

K & S Entertainment................................................... 27 Wall of Sound Productions...........................................4

Photographers

Lauren Crose Photography...........................................6 Loved Memories Photography & Videography.......... 11 Petra Novak Boudoir................................................... 28 Shelly Taylor Photography........................................... 14

Services

Heart O’ Texas Federal Credit Union.......................... 29

Venues

Billy’s Barn................................................................... 17 Blue Hills Ranch.......................................................... 23 Bosque Resort Castle................................................. 20 Carleen Bright Arboretum........................................... 10 Castle Heights Bijoux.................................................. 16 Deerfield Estates......................................................... 27 Gathering Oaks Retreat.............................................. 14 George’s Restaurant & Catering................................ 16 Killeen Arts & Activities Center....................................9 Killen Civic & Conference Center.................................9 Knob Creek Chapel & Reception Hall..........................4 Lee Lockwood Library & Museum............................. 12 Magnolia Ranch............................................................6 Market at the Mill........................................................ 13 Moon River Ranch....................................................... 31 Mungia’s BBQ Restaurant & Catering Services........ 27 Residence Inn by Marriott – Temple.......................... 11 Rustic Acres Event Center.......................................... 11 Tenroc Ranch.............................................................. 32 The Amsler.....................................................................4 The Chapel at Meyer Center....................................... 28 The Clifton House........................................................ 28 The Exchange Event Center....................................... 17 The Hall at River Square Center...................................2 The Olive Branch......................................................... 21 The Phoenix Ballroom...................................................8 Triple D Ranch...............................................................3

Videographers

Loved Memories Photography & Videography.......... 11

Wedding & Event Planners

Bruner Events.............................................................. 23 Celebrations Event Rentals & Design Shoppe.......... 13 Heavenly Weddings..................................................... 12 Pendley Party Productions & Rentals........................ 26 Weddings by Shauna.................................................. 29

Wedding Supply & Equipment Rentals

Celebrations Event Rentals & Design Shoppe.......... 13 Pendley Party Productions & Rentals........................ 26 RSVP Party Rentals.......................................................8 Soiree Events.............................................................. 28 Wall of Sound Productions...........................................4

W E DDI NGS – R E T R E AT S - R E U N ION S

Tenroc Ranch

Flowers by Cone Flower Designs

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Photo by Jamie Burrow Photography