Nuovo Bride Spring 2020 - Real Wedding Edition

spring 2020

real weddings

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FEELING STRESS? tips to create

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That makes you forget the what-ifs. The one that makes you know without a doubt that this is where you’re supposed to be. It’s not always that big moment you’re waiting for—sometimes it’s the tiniest touch of a hand or the glimmer in an eye. It’s the little moments that make it a milestone.

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Veronika & Zachariah ............... 25 Jessica & Perry .......................... 26 Marne & Jim ............................. 29

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Every bride wants to create the perfect day. However, we know it can get stressful, running around feeling frazzled and annoyed. Soon everyone around you starts to take on those same feelings, ultimately making the whole situation chaotic and totally stressful. You do not want to experience this on your wedding day!

Keeping a calm and positive outlook on your wedding day will rub off on others creating a positive environment for everyone. The more “zilla” you get, the more everyone else will start to panic right along with you. Your energy will lead the vibe for the day.

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timeline Create a detailed timeline of the day for your planner. Think through all the details and then let it go.

Trust your vendors to do their job. hair and make up Work with the hair and make up team to set up a schedule. The bride should always be first with the stylist. You want to make sure you have plenty of time. Get touched up before you put on your dress. keep your entourage to a minimum Prior to the ceremony, keep guest interactions to a minimum. This is a quiet time just for you. Sometimes guests mean well, but instead of being helpful they can cause more stress than needed. Lean on close friends and relatives to be the person that fields any issues. eat, eat and eat Dont skip any meals and have snacks ready! Designate one of your bridesmaids, family members, or groomsmen to pick food up in the morning. When dinner time comes, dont get distracted! Be the first in line and have a private moment between you and your new spouse. While everyone else is finishing up, that's the perfect time to walk around and say hello and thank guests for coming. pick the right playlist One of the most important vendors to a successful wedding is the right DJ or live band.

You want someone who is able to read the room, listen to requests, and get the party started! smile If you are a happy couple, your guests are happy too. If your wedding seems boring, it’s because you do not appear to be having fun. The best way to get people up and dancing? Simply smile and lead the way!

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secret of a photo words: nikki seiler, declaration photography

be everything everyone else wants. If you want to wear yellow laced track shoes - do it! If you want to wear a blush pink dress or a mauve veil - be you! When you look at your friends and family all embraced by the detail that sings your song, your face will tell the story of how much you loved your day. Your face will come alive with yummy goodness... and your pictures will reflect that truth. life is perfectly imperfect You need at least one "Type A" personality around to keep things moving, but surround yourself with people who can let things go and won't sweat the small stuff. The truth is that anything beyond you, and the human you are committing your life to, is "small stuff". It may rain when you were promised clear skies. A hurricane may decide that your wedding weekend is a good time to appear. Things go wrong because life is absolutely imperfect.

what I wish every bride knew ...

I photograph around 25 weddings per year and it never ceases to amaze me the unique offering of humanity each couple brings. None are alike, it's simply magical.

There are 1,000 things (okay that's probably an exaggeration) I could say but here are my top three truths I hope you know: be your authentic self You are "one of a kind" and a complete "gift of creation". What you bring to this earth can only be brought by you. Your fingerprint is the very evidence of this completely unique human offering. So what does that mean? It means that your wedding doesn't have to

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Allow yourself and other people around you to fail. Give yourself and others grace. It will allow you to enjoy every beautiful moment of life throughout your day. And guess what? Your face will reflect that! Your pictures will then tell the story of life's imperfect perfections. hire a wedding planner The best thing you can do for yourself, all of your amazing friends, and family members who helped bring this day together, is have someone who is managing your whole day so you can be 100% free to enjoy every moment. This will help the MOB and MOG to enjoy all the moments right alongside with you, as they tend to take on the role of "planner" when one isnt hired.

There is so much more to think about than you realize.

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Guess what? You guessed it! Because you are not stressing about the details and your family is free to just enjoy... your faces will show that truth. The story of your day, the story of your families being blended together... your pictures will reflect this.

Enjoy this absolutely incredible time of life. No matter how many weddings I document I never leave without realizing a mystical truth... that something so great has occurred. It truly is magical!

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From wellness inspired bridal parties, to staycations or "Drinking Around the World" Epcot themes, Brides are constantly searching for unique and non-traditional ways to celebrate their impending nuptuials with their closest friends.

Bridal party gifts are no different. A personal touch can make all the difference! So why not combo both ideas into one epic bridal experience by bringing your style to life and creating unique luxury jewelry? The Kendra Scott Color Bar™ shared how to create a cohesive, yet distinct, bridesmaid gift for the girls you love the most. customized birthday themes One of the biggest hits with friends and family is birthstone colors. With the probablility of an array of colors coming into play, have your bridal party choose all of the same jewelry style to create cohesion. Know any Astrology buffs? Use zodiac signs and create matching charm bracelets! wedding colors Make your big day even more special with custom jewelry for your bridal party, designed for their style in your colors. Whether you want to customize your own necklace or earrings, bridesmaids can pick the jewelry piece they desire and customize it to your wedding pallet.

In moments, you can bring your loved one’s unique style to life. The hosting store provides the sips and sweets, all you have to do is design the jewels! It will be a party and expereince that will last beyond your magical day.

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KIRSTEN TAYLOR

Once Kristen and Taylor toured this 240 acre working cattle ranch in Myakka City, they knew it was the right setting for their celebration.

Kirsten and Taylor focused on the importance of family for their special day. The bride was on the Ski a Rees waterski team and many of the guests had been family friends and/or teammates for the majority of their lives. That energy elevated the reception and made the atmosphere very relaxed and fun!

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Something that made their wedding especially unique to them was incorporating two important family members - their dogs!

Kristen and Taylor couldn’t get married with out them being by their side. They included them in the ceremony, dressed in matching bridal party attire.

Photos by Declaration Photography

For the cocktail hour, the bride and groom searched for eclectic glasses leading up to the wedding and displayed them by the bar where guests could choose their favorite, then take home as

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THE VENUE The Venue at Diamond C Ranch

THE DECOR Carrie Hannabass

THE PHOTOGRAPHER Nikki with Declaration Photography THE DRESS The Perfect Dress of Sarasota THE DESSERT The Farm House, Bradenton THE CATERER Green Apple Catering THE PUP'S ATTIRE Dawn Imperatore & Lydia Johnston

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HASSEL CONNER

Can you imagine finalizing wedding plans with a hurricane looming over your date? And no wedding planner to help you naviagte? Our biggest question was how did the bride handle the stress? Hassel credits her wedding venue! “The Grove guided me through the whole event and worked with me on every little detail. Not having any family or friends here at the time, they didn’t make me feel alone for one minute.”

September 4, 2019 LAKEWOOD RANCH, FLORIDA

Thankfully, most of the rsvps made it, as well as their family. The day was beautiful. The wedding was intimate with most of the guests traveling in from Panama and all over the States to celebrate. "Seeing all our loved ones dancing together as if they’ve known each other for life even though everyone had just met." was the bride's favorite part of the day.

“Since we had a lunch reception it seemed impossible to get everybody

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dancing and having a great time. After the food was served, everyone was on their feet dancing and singing karaoke, including our God Mothers and my Grandparents! This is one of those moments that you can’t put a price on.”

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THE Wedding

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THE VENUE GROVE Restaurant - Patio - Ballroom

THE ENTERTAINMENT Lalo Murillo, Sing SRQ

THE PHOTOGRAPHER Jean Torres Photographer THE HAIR & MAKEUP Brides by Kelly Ann THE BAKER Publix Bakery THE DRESS Truly Forever Bridal THE FLORIST Ms. Scarlett's Flowers THE CATERER Grove Restaurant - Patio - Ballroom

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ALYSON DANE

Dane and Alyson were married on a spectacular day in February. They worked closely with their wedding planner from Chapel Creek to make sure every detail was perfect.

They hosted 125 guests. Two of which, were extra special; their puppies, Casper and Remi. The puppies were part of the processional and were a huge hit as they walked down the aisle and joined in on the fun for the

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first dance. Dane and Alyson even named their specialty cocktails after them. Guests loved ordering the Casper-politans and Remi-sours.

The couple had a romantic first look on the dock. After the big reveal, the bride surprised her groom with a brand new guitar he had been eyeing for some time. After photos were taken, the ceremony took place in the barn. It was simply beautiful. Guests danced the night away until the

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They are sure to live happily ever after.

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THE VENUE Chapel Creek Weddings & Events

THE PLANNER Kim Frazer, Kimberly Ann Events

THE PHOTOGRAPHER & VIDEOGRAPHER Latanya & Co. Weddings THE ENTERTAINMENT Mitch Maxwell THE BAKER Thompson Cakes THE CATERER GCS Catering THE FLORAL Sue Ellen's Floral Boutique

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ROBIN JOHN June 18, 2019 CLEARWATER, FLORIDA THE Wedding

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THE VENUE Clearwater Marine Aquarium THE DESIGN & DECOR Amazingly Creative Events THE LINENS Fancy That Linens THE FLORALS Bloomingdale Florist THE CHARGERS A Chair Affair THE STATONERY Wedding Invy THE PHOTOGRAPHER Aggie Photography

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VERONIKA ZACHARIAH

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THE VENUE Finish Tower at Nathan Benderson Park THE EVENT PLANER Karen Jones of Event Designing by KJ THE PHOTOGRAPHER Nick Squitieri THE BOOZEY MACARONS Petals & Sugar THE CATERER Cornerstone and Company THE ENTERTAINMENT JB More Than Music THE FLORALS & LINENS Event Designing by KJ

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THE VENUE Plantation Golf & Country Club THE COORDINATOR Jessica Madsen - Plantation G&CC THE FLORIST Tiger Lily Florist THE DRAPING Palacios Events THE RENTALS Copper Acorn THE ENTERTAINMENT Johnathan Cortez THE PHOTOGRAPHER Imely Photography

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THE PHOTOGRAPHER Christine with Complete Weddings + Events THE VENUE Tampa Garden Club THE CATERING Lynn's Catering THE PLANNER Boho Bride + Co. THE HAIR & MAKEUP Kristopher Dalvin THE OFFICIANT Omari Bernard

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how to really plan a

honeymoon words: eliz armstrong-zacaris, travel blogger (www.meanstotrvel.com)

For many American couples, a honeymoon will be one the longest vacations they take in their lives. In 2019, the average honeymoon spanned a full eight days - a length that enables most newlyweds to visit their dream destinations!

While planning my own honeymoon two years ago, my husband and I cleverly navigated our jobs’ annual vacation day allotments and booked ourselves a three-week getaway that straddled the end of one year and the beginning of the next. Throughout the eight years we both had been in the workforce, neither of us had taken more than ten consecutive days off. Naturally, the impressive amount of time we traveled felt victorious!

In order to keep our travel costs low and our adventure high, we narrowed down our list of dream destinations to three affordable and rustic countries in South America: Argentina, Uruguay, and

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Chile. Each country is located below the equator, allowing us to enjoy some winter sunshine.

It was not a coincidence that we chose to visit a budgetfriendly destination with warm weather. Those countries fit the priorities we established after following the below four steps.

Each step helped us create the best itinerary possible for our goals, and I am confident they can work for you, too! fantasize Several months before the big day, my husband and I spent an evening daydreaming together. We asked ourselves questions such as, ‘Where have we both always wanted to go?,’ and ‘Have any destinations inspired us on Instagram or The Travel Channel?’ As a result of our answers, we narrowed down our top five locations, and then used online tools (i.e. Google Flights, Hotels.com, etc.) to start pricing out each option. nail down your budget When creating a wedding budget, couples are often told to set aside funds for their honeymoon from the get-go. This is good practice, since it is important to know how much you can afford from the start. With that, once my husband and I had priced out our top destinations, we subsequently decided to beef up our budget by adding a Honeyfund to our registry. Luckily, our guests were thrilled to help contribute to our epic adventure!

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"LUX" LIST ACCOMMODATIONS Bentley’s Boutique Hotel Osprey | 941-966-2121 www.bentleyssarasota.com Grand celebration or intimate wedding ceremony, either way Bentley’s will ensure your wedding day is a dream come true.

Hotel Venezia at Ramada Venice Venice |941-308-7700 www.HotelVeneziaFL.com Conveniently located 1.5 miles from the beach in Venice with 146 tastefully appointed guest rooms and suites.

The Sarasota Modern Sarasota | 941-906-1290 www.thesarasotamodern.com Discover a boutique hotel experience that transcends the ordinary at The Sarasota Modern in the cultural heart of downtown Sarasota, Florida.

BAKERS Corey's Bakery Palm Harbor | 727-239-0063 www.coreycooks.com Tampa Bay area's premier from scratch baking, cake and pastry-decorating purveyor!

Publix Bakery Florida | 813-968-4230 www.publix.com/wedding Southern Bay Bakery St. Pete | 727-440-8988 We have made from scratch delicacies to entertain anyone’s sweet buds. A wide variety of fresh, yummy goodies are waiting for you!

CATERING Amici’s Catered Cuisine Oldsmar | 813-855-1100 www.amiciscatering.com For over 36 years, they have earned a stellar reputation for excellence as the leading Tampa Bay Caterer.

Delectables Fine Catering Palm Harbor | 727-781-1200 www.delectablescatering.com Full service, fine catering. Black tie or casual, however formal your event is, we can meet your standards.

GCS Catering Services Venice/Sarasota | 941-915-2662 www.gitchewsumbbq.com Here at GCS Catering, smoking premium meats is our passion. The finest hard woods and homemade rubs that will have you wanting a taste of our southern style BBQ. GROVE Restaurant • Patio • Ballroom Lakewood Ranch | 941.893.4321 www.grovelwr.com Full service, off-site catering available.

Mattison’s Sarasota | 941-921-3400 www.mattison's.com Give them ideas for your special event and they’ll help make it come true!

PIER 22 Restaurant • Patio • Catering Bradenton | 941-748-8087 www.pier22catering.com Award-winning PIER 22 Catering team, directed by chef Greg Campbell, applies imaginative culinary artistry to help you celebrate the important moments. Full service, off-sit catering available.

Southern Flair Bradenton | 941-737-0303 www.hickoryhollowbbq.com From pulled pork to elegantly plated meals, they can customize the perfect menu to match your budget.

Sonny's BBQ Southwest Florida | 941-345-0573 www.sonnysBBQ.com Let their qualified staff at Sonny’s BBQ help you make your special day one to remember! Customized packages for any type of event.

Traditional French Crêpes Sarasota | Phone 941-223-2219 Like Us on Facebook: @TaditionalFrenchCrepes Traditional French Crêpes offers fresh and seasonal ingredients from savory to sweet. Available to order with delivery to events.

ENTERTAINMENT TLS Entertainment Sarasota | 941-302-4430 www.tlsentertainmentfl.com Offering DJ, Lighting and Photo Booth

services for weddings and events around the Suncoast of Florida.

EVENT PLANNERS & COORDINATORS Kimberly Ann Events Sarasota | 941-993-0696 www.kimberlyannevents.com Specializes in exceeding the traditional wedding design boundaries, offering from traditional to over the top floral, tablescapes, decor and all aspects of wedding planning.

Laura Detwiler Events Sarasota • 941-400-6610 www.lauradetwilerevents.com Premier wedding planning services. We will make sure that every last detail is taken care of, so the only thing you have to worry about is enjoying yourself and making memories!

FLORIST Sue Ellen's Floral Boutique Sarasota | 941-952-0404 www.sueellensflowers.com Floral boutique that specializes in personal service and attention, weddings and specialty event design. Sue Ellen’s specialty is custom requests and designs.

GOWNS & FORMAL WEAR The Perfect Dress Sarasota | 941-925-5888 ThePerfectWeddingDressSarasota.com The Perfect Dress offers an elegant yet very warm, comfortable and serene boutique atmosphere. You will enjoy the highest level of attention offered by a personal and highly experienced bridal fashion consultant.

HAIR, MAKE-UP & WELLNESS Meredith Greene Makeup Artist Sarasota | 201-344-4461 coloryourface@yahoo.com Offering individualized custom look for every client. Airbrush makeup as well as every other makeup medium included.

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Spa Hollywood Sarasota | 941-927-2635 www.SpaHollywood.com You deserve a day of rest & relaxation, and Spa Hollywood is THE place for luxury pampering. Champagne Bridal parties are a specialty.

OFFICIANT A Wedding with Grace Sarasota | 941-468-1582 www.aweddingwithgrace.com Grace Felice of A Wedding with Grace will create and officiate an artful, custom ceremony from the heart that will be a reflection of your story and an expression of your commitment to one another.

Servicing Sarasota, Manatee, Pinellas, Hillsborough, Charlotte and Lee counties.

PHOTO & VIDEO Declaration Photography Sarasota | 941-323-5006 www.declarationphotography.com Capturing irreplaceable moments of life. Focusing on documentation that celebrates YOU, your beautiful love, life and wedding.

Lifelong Photography Studios St. Pete | 727-491-3872 www.lifelongphotographystudio.com Timeless, stunning, truly capturing every moment to tell your love story.

VibeChaos Producations Sarasota | 518-307-3555 www.vibechaos.com Digital Cinematic Storytelling driven by the passion to bring a client's vision to life on screen. Each project is crafted with the upmost respect and heightened attention to detail.

SPECIALTY/RENTALS Kendra Scott Jewelry Sarasota & Tampa www.kendrascott.com Kendra Scott is known for its kaleidoscope of beautiful necklaces, bracelets, rings, and earrings. Timeless jewelry, home décor, and beauty, as well as a custom jewelry experience at the Color Bar™.

Weber Scenic Productions Sarasota | 941-251-9444 www.weberscenicproductions.com A local, family owned and operated business, offering services to enhance the vision of elegance you desire for all your events by providing custom event design, all custom: backdrops, draping, scenery, lighting, scenic design.

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VENUES Bentley’s Boutique Hotel Osprey | 941-966-2121 www.bentleyssarasota.com Grand celebration or intimate wedding ceremony, either way Bentley’s will ensure your wedding day a dream come true.

Chapel Creek Events Venice | 941-321-7636 www.chapelcreekevents.com Chapel Creek is a team of professionals providing all-inclusive services to fulfill every aspect of your wedding! Exquisite designer floral, linen and décor from our design studio create sensational settings for any style.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Clearwater | 727-441-1790 x 328 www.seewinter.com CMA makes a unique wedding venue.

Music, food and a fun atmosphere with an outstanding marine facility as an overlay. You may utilize the entire facility or just a few rooms.

The Venue at Diamond C Ranch Myakka | 941-720-1416 www.venueatdiamondcranch.com A 5200 sf. barn, with chandeliers, bar, bridal suite, grooms dressing room, and a stunning winding staircase is nestled amongst 100 year old Oaks, setting the stage for the most spectacular ceremony and reception.

GROVE Restaurant • Patio • Ballroom Lakewood Ranch | 941.893.4321 www.grovelwr.com Luxurious and contemporary architectural design distinguishes this venue space. The ballroom at GROVE offers an inspiring canvas for producing memorable wedding ceremonies and receptions, bridal brunches and much more! A natural extension of the surrounding Lakewood Ranch area, GROVE is marked by a modern-ranch town vibe and overlooks the charming Main Street center.

Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton | 941-746-9400 www.BradentonDowntownHistoric DistrictSuites.HamptonInn.com The Historic Downtown Bradenton hotel features a beautifully appointed ball room with 1525 sq. ft. of flexible event space that can be set up any way you desire. Ask about their bridal party wedding space.

Hotel Venezia at the Ramada Venice Venice | 941-308-7700 www.HotelVeneziaFL.com Conveniently located 1.5 miles from Venice beach with 146 tastefully appointed guest rooms and suites.

Lowe's Don Cesar Hotel St Pete Beach | 727-363-5042 www.loewshotels.com/don-cesar Opened at the height of the Gatsby Era in 1928, Loews Don Cesar Hotel has been welcoming guests for nearly a century.

Manasota Beach Club Englewood | 941-474-2614 www.manasotabeachclub.com A unique, full-service beach front wedding experience. You and your guests can celebrate with that “Old Florida Style” that makes their resort so special.

Mattison’s Forty One Sarasota | 941-921-3400 www.mattison's.com Mattison’s personalizes each of our events to suit our clients’ unique needs.

From simple party platters and intimate dinner parties to full service black tie affairs, we’ll simplify your life and leave your guests mesmerized.

The Meadows Country Club Sarasota | 941-377-8552 www.meadowscc.org Let their passion for weddings create the perfect one for you! Their Regency Ballroom, located on the second floor of the clubhouse, is the ideal setting for a wedding and can easily hold up to 200 guests.

Nathan Benderson Park Sarasota | 941-358-7275 www.nathanbendersonpark.org The Finish Tower is now available to host your next event. The second floor features indoor and outdoor with a terrace perfect for larger events. The fifth floor includes a small, outdoor balcony and comes with private access to our sixth floor, open-air deck!

PIER 22 Restaurant • Patio • Catering Bradenton | 941-748-8087 www.pier22catering.com Luxe, stylish and refined, this 1920s Spanish-eclectic property found in historic downtown Bradenton will transport you to a place where OldFlorida still exists. Renowned for magical sunset views and enchanting ambiance, the PIER 22 venue is where you'll discover the perfect space for your fairytale Florida wedding.

Plantation Golf & Country Club Venice | 941-497-1494 www.plantationgcc.com Weddings at Plantation Country Club are carried out by our superb catering and event staff who treat the day with some attention to detail as if it were their own.

The Ringling Museum of Art Sarasota | 941-359-5700 www.ringling.org Sarasota's favorite for weddings and receptions, The Ringling offers a spectacular array of venues.

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota Sarasota | 941-309-2000 www.ritzcarlton.com With its picturesque venues and comprehensive planning services, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota is the destination of choice for elegant weddings. From intimate rehearsal dinners to lavish receptions, indoor venues to garden and beach front settings, this Sarasota resort can bring your fairytale romance to life.

The Sarasota Modern Sarasota | 941-906-1290 www.thesarasotamodern.com Discover a boutique hotel experience that transcends the ordinary at The Sarasota Modern in the cultural heart of downtown Sarasota, Florida.

South Gate Center Sarasota | 941-955-4597 www.TheSGC.net The beautiful South Gate Social Hall, designed by Victor A. Lundy of the Sarasota School of Architects, rests on five private acres on the shady banks of Philippi Creek. This historic hall is available for your historic occasion.

Stonebridge Weddings & Events Dade City | 352-588-4633 www.stonebridgeeventsfl.com Stonebridge lies on 80 acres of exquisite manicured land. From the rustic setting of the Antique Barn to the sophisticated plantation style Garden House your guests will be embraced in our country charm.

Sun N Fun RV Resort Sarasota | 941-371-2505 www.SunNFun.com Everything you need can be found at Sun N Fun! Inside/Outside locations with amenities that can accommodate up to 350 guests. Tour their grounds and check out their wedding pavilion and garden!

University Park Country Club Lakewood Ranch | 941-355-3888 x225 www.universitypark-fl.com If you are planning a sophisticated wedding or a special social event, University Park Country Club provides the perfect setting for your event.

Worthington on Lovelee Lake Palmetto | 941-737-0303 A beautiful, newly remodeled event facility right on the lake. This indoor and outdoor waterfront venue exudes old Florida elegance. Contact Jarrett: theworthingtonellington@gmail.com

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Unmistakably University Park For more information regarding weddings and private parties, please contact our Banquet and Catering Manager Barb Honeywell at (941) 355-3888 x 222 or bhoneywell@universitypark-fl.com.

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