Ashley and Patrick

Well, we have been dodging rain all year long for our weddings and Ashley and Patrick’s was no exception.  We had a particularly chilly, rainy fall day at the Lake to have an outdoor ceremony but we managed to squeeze it in between showers!  Our amazing photographer even managed some outdoor shots before it just simply opened up and poured.  Guests traveled from all over and the majority of their family members came from Florida to help them celebrate as the Lake holds a special significance for Ashley and Patrick as the place of their proposal.

A neutral color palette (which we love) of blush, ivory and gold along with a smaller intimate gathering of family and close friends resulted in an a relaxed and very special day for Ashley and Patrick.

The groom’s mother provided desserts; the amazing Kaitlyn knocked it out of the park with the wedding cake; Ashley’s grandfather made the table numbers and picture frames; and guest favors were s’mores.  Being from Florida, Ashley wanted some Disney for her day so she chose some ceremony songs that brought a little Disney magic to their wedding day.

Our Amazing Team of Vendors:

Events by Sherri – planning, coordination, some décor rentals
Claytor Lake State Park – ceremony, reception and cabin rentals
RSP Entertainment – Russ Prusak, Ceremony and Reception
Corey Watkins/Skyryder Photography – Photographer
Best Wishes - florals
Jeremy Caban – officiant
HazelBea Catering
Chiavari chairs – Caroline LaRocca Event Design
Sunshine Tours – Shuttle
Kaitlyn Davidson – wedding cake
Robin & Co. – Hair

Yamini and Robert

A cold but clear and sunny weekend dawned for Yamini and Robert!  From the moment we met with them, their commitment to each other and their respective families was evident. 

Yamini and her mother were very patient in walking us through the different traditions they wanted to incorporate into the weekend to honor her Hindu heritage.  And equally, we incorporated Western culture throughout for a perfect blending of the cultures of both families.  

From the Mehendi henna Ceremony on Friday to the blessings received by Yamini at the Haldi Ceremony Saturday morning, the families and friends of Yamini and Robert came together to bless this couple in many different ways!

We had a bit of an “uh oh” on Friday morning found over via text from their minister that her flight leaving NYC had been cancelled due to weather conditions there and that she and her husband were hopping in their car and driving all day to try to arrive in time for the rehearsal.  It’s 8 – 9 hours driving straight through!  So within about 10 minutes, we had Plan B all worked out and had communicated it to everyone so all were on the same page.  And as it turned out, Rev. Laurie Sue and Victor’s commitment to their couples was evident as they drove straight through, in almost blinding snowstorms for about 125 miles on the NJ/PA turnpike (and if you have EVER traveled either of those roads, you KNOW what they went through even without the snow) and made it to the rehearsal arriving only 10 minutes after we had started running through the logistics. 

The ceremony was a wonderful blend of Hindu and Western cultures with traditional vows mixed with the Seven Hindu Vows and the Lighting of the Sacred Fire. 

The reception was a party from start to finish with guests on the dance floor the entire evening.  Amazing food, cake and cupcakes for guests to enjoy, great dance tunes and lots of atmosphere, along with a couple that were so much in love with each other that they just glowed made for a great weekend from start to finish.  Yamini told us that it was “the best day of her life” which is exactly what we do our best to accomplish for our couples and their families. 

Thanks to an amazing team of vendors: 
Events by Sherri – planning, coordination, small décor rentals, some linens
Lefty’s, Rehearsal Dinner
VT’s War Memorial Chapel
Rev. Laurie Sue Brockway
Caroline LaRocca Event Design, florals and linens
German Club Manor, VT
Blue Ridge Catering
Kidd Carter, DJ
Kaitlyn Davidson - cake and cupcakes
Jeff Hofmann Photography
SJ Videography
Rock Paper Beauty Lounge – hair and makeup
Sunshine Tours – motorcoach
Prestige Limo – exit vehicle

Enjoy a few pictures EBS was able to capture over the weekend, but keep an eye out for the amazing images Jeff Hofmann captured! 

Kelsey and Joel

Kelsey and Joel’s wedding day dawned brightly and so clear, felt like you could see for miles! 

The ceremony was at Kelsey’s family church and they were surrounded by family and close friends (We were honored to have served Kelsey’s twin sister at her wedding 2 short years ago.  We LOVED seeing family and many guests again!).  A brother of the bride played the trumpet as she entered the church and after we closed the doors for her “grand” entrance, her father rang the church bell 5 times to signal her entrance.  Now THAT’S a grand entrance!  Another brother served as a reader and her other 2 brothers were groomsmen.  A true family affair!

The love shown by these two was so evident, in every detail, throughout the ceremony.  When they were pronounced husband and wife, the joy on Kelsey’s face lit up the entire church!

Then they headed to the reception with pics out and around the venue and then they were announced in!   Let the party start!  Guests and family danced the night away with original signature cocktails served throughout the evening.  Then the happy couple was off to begin the “next chapter” in their lives. . . as husband and wife! 

Events by Sherri (coordination, planning, small décor and linen rentals
St. Thomas Episcopal, Christiansburg
David Jones, Organist
Matthew Kennan, Trumpeter
Patrice Yearwood, vocalist
Father Rob Goldsmith
RSP Entertainment – DJs
Essential Sunshine Photography
Gates Flowers & Gifts
Linda Muller, Cake
Doe Creek Farm
Mikie’s Element Catering
Mountain Valley Transport
Prestige Limousine
Hooptie

Enjoy several pictures EBS was able to capture and stay tuned in with Essential Sunshine Photography (link above) for more pictures from their beautiful day!