Join BeckenRidge Vineyard February 19th for an Open House Event. This event is a rare opportunity for the public to explore BeckenRidge Vineyard and have free wine tasting!

Joining BeckenRidge at their Open House:
NW Mobile DJ
Music Express
With This Ring Wedding
Distinctive Designs
Stalnaker Photo Studio
An Event to Remember
Red Pearl Designs
Myriad Cake Designs
Special Occasions Party Rentals
All Star Tents & Party Rentals
Capricorn Catering
Image Floral
Haute Cakes & Confections
The Bridal Gallery
Oregon Wedding Showcase

BeckenRidge Vineyard has availability in 2012 and are starting to book 2013.

BeckenRidge Vineyard was specifically designed for wedding, receptions, and special occasions. The panoramic view of the Willamette Valley and the Cascades provides the perfect backdrop fro your special day all year-round.  With 12 acres of vineyard wrapping itself around you and your guests, you can’t escape the romance. Whether you are on the patios, inside, in the vineyard or on the lawn your photos will create beautiful memories.

Since there is no public access to the property, you are assured your event will be private. Enjoy a leisurely pace, as you have the entire day to enjoy BeckenRidge.  The personal attention of the BeckenRidge staff will help you create a memorable event for you and your special guests. 

BeckenRidge Vineyard

It’s a busy wedding weekend in the Pacific Northwest with the Oregon Wedding Showcase in Salem, Marry ME! in Vancouver & Oaks Pioneer Church Open House in SE Portland. Lots of options for couples to continue planning their special day!

Oaks Pioneer Church Bridal Open House: Come see the newly refurbished Oaks Pioneer Church this Saturday at their Open House. Explore the freshly painted historic building with gorgeous stained windows and beautiful interior all located in a park-like setting overlooking the Willamette River. All this beauty provides wonderful photo opportunities on your special day.
Oaks Pioneer Church Open House – Saturday, Jan 28^th from 12 to 2. Oaks Pioneer Church - 8210 SE 13th Ave, Portland Oregon

Oregon Wedding Showcase: From the traditional to the unique, The Oregon Wedding Showcase has something for every bride. Talk with experts, see the latest wedding trends, and discover new ideas as well as take advantage of money-saving show specials. Over 25 years of experience putting on the best bridal shows in the Willamette Valley! The Salem show is this Saturday & Sunday, at the Oregon State Fairgrounds, 2330 17th St. NE in Salem Oregon. Hours are Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 11am to 4:30pm. Over 100 vendors from cakes to formal wear to gowns to catering and venues. Two professional fashion shows each day featuring the latest gowns and formal wear.

Marry ME!. SUNDAY, January 29th at the Hilton Vancouver Washington’s Convention Center, beginning at 10:00am, the event opens with live music and an interactive marketplace where couples can “play with linens”, meet area wedding pros, see dozens of full size wedding cakes and learn the 1,2,3’s of how to plan for their big day! Exhibitors will showcase the newest products, services, ideas and trends available to the market. There will be plenty of sampling and new ideas to see, from the well-recognized traditions to the hottest trends in the industry.

Come out for an evening of fun, good food & drink and support a great cause. Indulge 2011 is in it’s third year of supporting the p:ear program.

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The Pacific Northwest has some of the most awe-inspiring sites on the west coast, from vast forests to rolling mountains and of course, the coast. Lewis and Clarke famously made their way to the Oregon coast, building Fort Clatstop where Astoria is now and it’s easy to see why they were transfixed by it. The Oregon coast spans more than 360 miles, looks like something from a postcard and is an extremely popular destination for weddings. Due to its broad range of terrains, the Oregon coast is divided into three sub sections- the North, Central and South, each uniquely different options for brides and grooms.

Cities near the coast are typically small and quaint yet still offer excellent resources for weddings. Tourism is a large part of the coastal economy and that includes weddings and ceremonies. For couples that choose the Oregon coast, here are some companies perfect for your big day by the ocean.

Located in Cannon Beach, Surfsand Resort Hotel has multiple options for the day of your wedding and more. Whether you’d like a barefoot wedding on the sand or an indoor ceremony in their Haystack Garden Retreat Center, Surfsand Resort Hotel has multiple luxury amenities to suit your needs and wants. Set against the world-famous Haystack Rock and Tillamook Lighthouse, the resort is blessed with a never-ending supply of sunsets. The resort’s roof top veranda is an excellent way to view said sunsets. Their staff can help you with everything else you need to get planned, from music, transportation, florists and photographers. The chefs and catering staff of Wayfarer Restaurant and Lounge can help you design the perfect menu, too.

Choosing Surfsand Resort comes with a view...or several

Debbie Nelson is a Cannon Beach local and owns Cannon Beach Florist. She offers complimentary floral consultation, giving the bride and groom the option of seeing her work before making any sort of commitment and her shop is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Cannon Beach.

One of the endless beautiful arrangements by Cannon Beach Florist

Pelican Brewpub is more than just a great place to grab a cold beer- in fact, it’s the perfect place to plan your wedding. It has three different lodging choices, an ocean front brewery and various floor plan arrangements to accommodate various sized parties. They have multiple catering options and of course, their own freshly brewed beer.

The Pelican Brew Pub overlooks sand, surf and sunsets

Lance Armstrong may have won the Tour de France seven consecutive times but we’re sure he’s never experienced the Tour d’Brides, a bridal event showcase from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. September 11 presented by Wine Country Wedding Professionals. The tour begins when brides register in Newberg where they’ll be whisked away to four different host venues including Hotel Oregon, Mansion at the Bayou, Navarra Gardens and Youngberg Hill Vineyards & Inn, all in the heart of Oregon wine country. Transportation will be provided by Double Decker PDX, The Trolley and Wine Country Car Service among others, allowing the brides to relax in style as they check out the beautiful options and meet a host of vendors.

During the day you’ll be able to preview various parts of a wedding at each vender, including a cocktail hour, ceremony, reception and more. The goal is to provide brides with a real-life experience of what their wedding could be like at each of the locations. Brides have the option of staying as long or as short in each location as they want since shuttles come every 15 to 30 minutes, allowing them to interact with vendors and each location.

What could be more fun that exploring wine country in a giant red double decker bus courtesy of Double Decker PDX?

Among the many great vendors like Beaverton Bakery, Francoise Weeks Florist and Sheer Bliss, there are also incredible deals for brides. Powers Photography Studios is offering free mini-engagement shoots and all you have to do is purchase tickets for Tour d’Bride and ‘Like’ the Tour d’Brides and the Powers Photography Studios Facebook pages. When you ‘Like’ the Powers Photography Studios Facebook page, RSVP to the event on the same page and you’re done! This is a perfect opportunity for brides to try out a photographer without making any commitment before they’re ready.

Winner of Best Photography Studio in 2009 and 2010 by Oregon Bridal Magazine, Powers Photography Studios will be offering free mini-engagement photos for brides who attend Tour d'Brides

This is sure to be an intimate and exciting event for brides and Wine Country Wedding Professionals are ready to answer any and all questions you may have. If you’re interested in going to this spectacular event you can buy tickets through Ticket Oregon and if you have a party of two or more you can enter the coupon code “Weddings” at checkout to receive 20 percent off.

If that isn’t enough incentive for you, browse the pictures below for a sneak preview of the gorgeous venues being toured.

Hotel Oregon, part of the McMenamins family, offers a beautiful and quaint brick building that was built in 1905

The Mansion at the Bayou overlooks a large pristine lawn and beautifully manicured garden

A panoramic view of the Youngberg Hill Vineyards & Inn during sunset

When it comes to wedding favors, being creative and unique can sometimes hurt your budget. You want both you and your guests to remember the day forever and with these simple and affordable wedding favor ideas you can. Wedding favors can be anything from a simple retro Polaroid picture to a succulent in a cool looking pot- the possibilities are endless.  Best of all you can totally do them yourself or with your bridesmaids as a fun bridal party, all you have to do is be creative!

We’re giving away a $50 gift certificate from Portland Spa & Boutique to the most creative bride-to-be who shares her wedding favor idea. All you have to do is post a picture or write a description of your idea on our Facebook page wall, tell your friends to ‘Like’ us and vote for you and the idea with the most likes win. The contest ends September 1 when we’ll announce the winner but in the meantime you can browse these simple ideas to help get you inspired.

Potted herbs can be both placeholders and useful favors for guests

These painted wish bones are unique, sweet and crafty

A small bag filled with tea leaves and a sugar stick for stirring is a delicious treat for guests

For the brides that aren’t so DIY-inclined or simply don’t have the time, there are some other fantastic options of companies that are an excellent wedding favor resource. A Yen For Chocolate makes beautiful and elegant chocolates with customized packaging and The Wedding Cottage is great for plantable gifts, candles and more.

A beautiful wooden cases holds one of A Yen For Chocolates sweet surprises

An abundance of beautiful options are available at The Wedding Cottage

Remember to be creative and have fun with wedding favors and who knows, you may find your perfect gift from other people’s ideas.

Event Solutions magazine interviewed David Tutera on his top trends for 2012 and here is what he had to say.

1. Deep Colors- eggplant and red

2. Personalization- couples are using elements of their personality in their wedding planning

3. Sleeves- brides will be using more lace in their wedding dresses, think Kate Middleton

4. Costume Changes-

Sah-Hah-Lee features a beautiful pavillion to host your next special event or wedding. It is built in classic NW lodge style, with exposed beams and river rock pillars. The pavillion overlooks the putting course and golf course and driving range. Heated and enclosed, the space can accomodate up to 200 people, 100 banquet seating. There is room for an additional 72 guests on the back deck. 18 hole golf and mini-golf is available for guest. Sah-Hah-Lee uses Bistro Catering or outside caterers on approval. LaSalle Class of 1981, Mary Lou Kern-Burton had her 30th reunion at fellow classmate/ client- Steve Lisac’s Sah-Hah-Lee Golf Course and Venue. What a great location, with putt-putt golf for entertainment, great band and yummy food by Indudge Catering. This is the perfect spot for any event- many of the reunion guests were able to golf prior to the party! Thanks Tracy & Steve Lisac and all the entire planning committee for a unforgettable 30th reunion! It was nice to be a guest for once!

Looking for a great place to get your hair and make up done for your wedding or special day? Check out Salon Nyla located in The Embassy Suites Downtown Hotel. Salon Nyla offers a wide range of services available whether you want a complicated and beautiful up-do or a simple style. They also have packages available for a bride and groom pampering session:

Check out their website for the most recent information. They are also offering a great Express Package that offers a choice of 3- 3o minutes services for only $90. Call 5 0 3 . 2 2 8 . 0 3 8 9 or email salonnylathedayspa@msn.com to book your appointment.

Sorella Luna is hosting a special bridal event and food and wine pairing. You get to view beautiful Italian ceramics and get great entertaining ideas. Sign up for your gift registry and recieve special discounts. Lady Wentworth will provide an amazing trunk show with imported wedding dresses and handmade tiaras from England. Invite your friends or mother to this great private event. Relax and enjoy the afternoon sampling food and drink and visiting with wedding vendors.

Saturday, July 30, 3-6pm

Sorella Luna

416 NW 12th, Portland, Oregon

Please RSVP by calling Giovanni at 503.973.5862