Only a few more days until the Willamette Valley Event Showcase at the Salem Conference Center! This will be a culmination of hard work from a fantastic group of people and vendors and we simply can’t wait to see it all come together. This is such a fantastic opportunity for event planners and vendors of the Willamette Valley to meet face to face and do business with each other. For event planners, this show is free, allowing them to preview the services of vendors from all different categories. Caterers? Check. Transportation? Yup. Live entertainment? Oh yeah. Every little detail that goes into throwing an amazing event will be there at your disposal.
Bravo! Publications and the Willamette Valley Showcase was recently featured in the Salem Business Journal and we’re glowing with pride. One of our main efforts is to help stimulate the economy of the Willamette Valley and inspire event planners to throw fantastic events for companies which could in turn, motivate employees. We also want to highlight the amazing companies that are so integral in event planning.
If you’re interested in this event and would like to register for free, you still can up until noon today (October 4th) or on-site at the Salem Conference Center on Thursday October 6th starting at 11 a.m. When you register you will also be able to snag one of our new 2012 Bravo! Event Resource Guide for free.
Come hungry and ready to meet great vendors and other event planners in the area! Below is more information on the event, where to register and some of the vendors that will be there.
Register here
Complete information here
Vendors:
Adam’s Rib
Bentley’s Grill
Flight Deck Restaurant
Roth’s Catering
Wild Pear Catering & Restaurant
Wooden Nickel Catering
Courtell Talent Agency
Destination Events
Will Rogers Live
A to Z Party Rental
Danner & Soli
Eric John Photography
Olson Florists
Special Occasions Parties & Events
West Coast Drape & Blush Furniture
Grand Cru Wine Tours
Konect Aviation (on display outside)
The Trolley (on display outside)
Beckenridge Vineyards
Columbia Cliff Villas
Corvallis Country Club
Evergreen Aviation Museum
Flight Deck Restaurant
Grand Hotel Salem
Independence Civic Center
Kahneeta Resort & Casino
Keizer Renaissance Inn
McMenamins Pubs & Breweries
Mission Mill Museum (Willamette Heritage Center at the Mill)
Salem Conference Center
Wedding season is in full swing and it’s no secret that the Willamette Valley is often times chosen for the ceremony. It’s ideal for many reasons- beautiful rolling hills of endless vineyards, prime weather and multiple resources for planning a wedding. Many brides choose one of the many vineyards in the Willamette Valley due to its scenery, lodging and affordability. One such location is the Domaine Margelle Vineyards, located near Silverton, OR which is perfectly situated near the Cascades and nearby lodging like Oregon Garden Resort. They offer two bridal packages- a One-Day and a Two-Day Weekend and venue pricing starts at $3,000. The Two-Day Weekend Package includes overnight use of the property for Rehearsal Dinner, wedding plus vacation rental and “La Bastide” for bridal party prep and overnight accommodations. Speaking of, the Domaine Margell Vineyard has tables and chairs for up to 200 people and can accommodate up to 300, plus they only schedule one wedding per day so no one in your party will feel rushed. They feature several property sites to choose from for your event that overlook the gorgeous Willamette Valley. To top it off, Domaine Margelle Vineyards produces their own Estate grown Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris Wines!
With such a beautiful environment, you’ll want to capture every moment of it. A Light in the Attic Creative Media offers both video and photography services and even offers Super 8 MM film to compliment the rustic feel of the vineyards. They offer a wide variety of packages and prices to suit your budget and tastes plus they offer a free consultation. In 2010 they were voted Best New Vender by Oregon Bride Magazine and they are an approved vendor by The Green Bride Guide.
The people at Willamette Valley Wedding Professionals will help you put together the perfect ceremony, from start to finish. No wedding is exactly the same so each member of their team is selected based on the needs and specifications of the bride and groom. The Willamette Valley Wedding Professional Members include everyone from caterers, DJs, florists, officiants, planners and venues.
Come to one of our parties, check out the boutique, meet some of our vendors and receive a complimentary gift bag, filled with deals from all our vendors that could save you thousands on your wedding or event!
Soiree Boutique Event Planning Party Dates:
Thursday, March 3rd – 5:00 to 8:00 PM
Saturday, March 5th – 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Soiree Boutique is located at 7080 SE 16th Ave., Portland, 97202
Call 503.230.9311 with any questions.
Soiree Boutique Event Planning Parties
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Call (503) 294-0412 to start planning!
West Coast Event Productions, Inc.
1400 NW 15th Avenue
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 294-0412
Excited, flattered, and a bit stunned was the reaction of Amy and JP Prutch of AJ’s Studio when they got the word they had place 6th in the International Society of Professional Wedding Photographers photo competition. AJ’s placed in a variety of categories. Some, such as Creative Portraiture, Framing the Subject, and Creative Use of Wide Angle, Lens demonstrated technical ability. represents a creative Other categories; Family Love, Movement and Motion, and Humor showcase the ability to connect with the couple and reflect the energy and candid moments of the day. AJ’s took top honors in the Humor category as well as fourth and fourteenth place.
The International Society of Wedding of Professional Wedding Photographers boasts a membership of multi award winning photographers and maintains a rigorous standard of membership. Photographers must have undergo an intensive portfolio review, have a minimum of 50 weddings as primary photographers and and adhere to a strict code of conduct, including a no outstanding complaints with organizations such as the BBB or Professional Photographers of America.
AJ’s Studio has been photographing weddings in the Portland/Vancouver area since 1993 and has been a Bravo client since 1996.
