David A. Barss, Photographer: Wedding Special!

Book your 2012 wedding before July 1^st and receive a complimentary engagement session or an additional hour of photography coverage on your wedding day.  Book your 2013 wedding before July 1^st and you will pay 2012 prices.

Currently we are running specials on weekday weddings starting at $1200 and Friday and Saturday weddings starting at $2000 all packages include high resolution color corrected images with printing rights.

About David A. Barss, Photographer

David Barss has been photographing professionally for over 12 years and is based out of Portland, Oregon. While many of his clients are local or based in the Northwest he has also traveled to many different locations and enjoys destination photography. He has been recognized and awarded for his unique vision and quality of work both locally and internationally.

The goal at David Barss Studio is to offer a boutique style experience, providing unique photography paired with products and services that reflect the caliber of our work.

David is passionate about photographing people and while his emphasis is on weddings, David also photographs high school seniors, children, families, modeling portfolios, and lifestyle assignments.

David A. Barss, Photographer | 503-282-1269 | david@davidabarssphotographer.com

Persimmon Country Club Fall Wedding Special: We currently have open weekends for Fall Weddings (September and October) and would like to offer this special promotion: 1/2 off of your Fall Ceremony ($500 Value) as well as 10% off of your Food and Beverage total for your Fall Reception ($500-$1000 Value).

Don’t miss out on this opportunity. Our location would provide you with the Perfect Fall Foliage backdrop for your Wedding Day! Must Book By 6/15/2012 for Promotional Discounts to apply.

At Persimmon Country Club, we specialize in creating one-of-a-kind weddings and special events of all sizes and types that reflect your personal style and create memories to last a lifetime. We offer unrivaled amenities and comprehensive event management services, all underscored by our signature personalized service.

Persimmon Country Club offers a variety of indoor and outdoor event space to suit your needs, including our beautiful multi-level terrace featuring spectacular panoramic views of the golf course and Mt. Hood. Our experienced, on-site catering and event specialists are available to assist with every detail, so you can focus on what’s really important: Celebrating this special milestone with family and friends.

Contact our Private Event Sales Director today for more information: Julie Weiss | 503-674-3233

Victorian Acres: Unique Venue ~ Unbelievable Savings!

We are excited to announce a Spring Special of $1,000 off your package price if you book before May 15^th, 2012.

Victorian Acres is a beautiful, private, 9.5 acre country estate in Oregon City, just minutes from Portland. Please check out our pictures at www.victorianacres.net

Flexibility
We don’t want you to try to pack the largest celebration of your life into a small block of time, the private venue is all yours for 11 hours.

Every event is unique so why shouldn’t the food be? That is why we let you choose your caterer. Want food from your favorite restaurant, food truck, or to save money with a family friend who is an amazing caterer? The choice is yours!

Details
Okay, so if we aren’t providing the food, what do we provide? Tables, chairs, and table linens (including set-up and take down), ample parking, private bridal suite and grooms’ den. We also have two onsite coordinators who are there to insure your event is fun and flawless with amazing attention to detail. Did we mention the private Irish Pub?

We still have several weekend dates available for 2012! Please contact us at info@victorianacres.net

Book your 2012 wedding at Langdon Farms Golf Club and receive $1,000 off your site rental fee now through May 15^th!

Make your wedding day unforgettable. Our charming retreat is the perfect backdrop for a fabulous ceremony and reception that will leave guests buzzing. Gardens full of coral bark maples, robust rhododendrons, and lush flower beds create a lively atmosphere with all the comfort of a country setting.  Ceremony and reception rental rates start at $2,000.

Wedding packages at Langdon Farms Golf Club include:

• Five hours of event time (plus two additional hours of pre-event time)
• Ceremony and reception setup and breakdown
• On-site ceremony and reception coordinator
• Linens for all tables and choice of colored napkins
• China and flatware
• The White House bridal suites and groomsmen room
• One-hour rehearsal prior to your wedding day
• Bar setup, bartender and professional banquet staff
• Cake cutting service

The Event Staff at Langdon Farms will be present step by step to ensure that your big day is nothing short of extraordinary. We offer exclusive on-site catering with many menu options sure to please any palate. Visit www.langdonfarms.com/weddings and email weddings@langdonfarms.com for information on available dates, menu options, site tours and more.

Book your wedding with Artistic Flowers & Home Decor from April 17th to May 5th and receive 10% OFF your wedding order or FREE Delivery! Call or visit Artistic Flowers shop to schedule your free private wedding consultation. They look forward to meeting with you!

Designing wedding flowers with style, elegance and timeless beauty is what Artistic Flowers is all about. They use unexpected and unique elements, beautiful flowers, seasonal botanicals with fruits and berries, jewels and other materials. Whether it’s local or from around the world, Artistic Flowers can provide it for you.

For over three decades, Artistic Flowers has been committed to making your special day the best it can possibly be. Consider Artistic Flowers as your wedding flower specialists today – their name says it all!

Artistic Flowers
17100 SW Pilkington Road
Lake Oswego, Oregon 97035
(503) 635-6661

For 18 years, Portland Spirit has helped couples cruise toward happily ever after. Couples fall for stunning settings and yachts, flawless service and a range of affordable options. Our experienced wedding specialists guide couples through all their big-day decisions. What people may not know about the Portland Spirit is the number of options that are available.

Our name is the Portland Spirit and yes, that is our flagship yacht, but we also have smaller vessels that can be privately rented and make the perfect fit for any size group. The Willamette Star is our medium size yacht and is great for parties up to about 140 guests. It has that classic nautical feel with brass trims and stunning woodwork. The Crystal Dolphin is great for parties up to 100 passengers, has three levels including the Starlight Deck which is he place to be when the sun is shining! Finally, in the Gorge we have our Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler. That classic feel of a paddlewheeler with the Columbia River Gorge as your backdrop. Makes for some beautiful pictures! Thunder Island makes the perfect riverside setting for your ceremony and the Gorge Pavilion, our fully enclosed, riverside event space, for your reception.

Finally, for smaller groups from 2-40 passengers you can bring your group on board any of our public cruise offerings on the Portland Spirit or the Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler and have one of our Captain’s perform the ceremony. A public cruise ceremony is ideal for the bride and groom looking for easy planning, a unique, affordable experience and not concerned with the formality of a private event.

Reserve your special day with us and take advantage of our entertainment special exclusive to Bravo Blog readers! You book your private wedding package, and we will book your entertainment. You will receive a $500 credit to put toward a DJ, band or other entertainment of your choice. Fine Print: Must book by May 31 to take advantage of this incredible deal! Only valid for private charters and events. Not valid for public wedding reservations. Contact our Group and Charter Sales Department at 503-224-3900 or sales@portlandspirit.com.

* Guest Blog By Portland Sprit *

Take $300 off any wedding package booked with Yasmin Khajavi Photography. Her style is comfortable, fun, and personal, backed up by exceptional artistry and skill. Her goal is to create images that you absolutely love!

Don’t delay – this special closes on April 24th! Meet with her at the Ford Building, and check out her work online at http://ykvision.com and her blog for all the latest, http://ykvision.com/blog.

Yasmin Khajavi Photography
Ford Building 2505 SE 11th Ave. Ste 352,
Portland, Oregon 97202
503.915.9281
yasmin@ykvision.com

The Mansion at the Bayou Golf Course is offering an amazing savings for your special wedding event: $300 discount off the event rental fee!

Check out The Mansion at the Bayou Golf Course’s website and see the fabulous photos of their property and events! It is truly amazing. Then contact Irmi to find out about more amazing specials such as complementary linens.

The Bayou Golf Course and The Mansion are located in McMinnville, Oregon, in the beautiful Yamhill Valley Wine Country. The historic Mansion offers a very unique, pleasant atmosphere for weddings, receptions, special events and celebrations. The Mansion at the Bayou Golf Course will make your event easy to plan, fun to attend and we will work closely with you to ensure you day is all you dream of!

WOW! Urban Studio is offering a fantastic special on the few remaining weekend dates this summer! If you still need a venue for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, or event, make sure you don’t miss this special offer – If you book now, Urban Studio will waive the catering minimum OR you can receive 50% off the room rental fee with a minimum catering purchase.

Contact Via for more information! via@urban-restaurants.com - 503.860.0203

Urban Studio, located in the heart of the Pearl District, is your wedding ceremony and reception venue. Contemporary and chic, Urban Studio is the ideal location for your special day.

With two spacious areas, including a sunken grand floor and cocktail reception area, Urban Studio can accommodate up to 300 people standing, and 200 for a seated reception. Both areas are separated by a stunning wrap around bar dressed in dark bamboo and sparkling white granite. Vaulted ceilings, soaring windows and natural light create a light and airy ambiance, bringing a quiet elegance to your wedding.

Located on the Portland Streetcar line, and in the hub for restaurants, bars, shopping, and steps from downtown hotels, Urban Studio is the perfect spot for out of town guests. With a flexible floor plan, Urban Studio can accommodate your guests in a variety of ways including ceremonies, dinner receptions and cocktail parties.

Contact Urban Studio today, and let them plan a remarkable wedding you’ll never forget.

Engaged? Looking for a magical place to hold your wedding or rehearsal dinner? Come see us at McMenamins Grand Lodge. Every Saturday through April we’re holding an open house from noon to 3pm. Enjoy a complimentary beverage and appetizers while chatting with knowledgeable sales staff and strolling the property, imagining what your big day could be like.

McMenamins Grand Lodge Wedding Special!
Just get engaged and want to tie the knot in 2012? Or maybe you’ve been engaged for a while, but haven’t found the right venue? Here’s a little incentive for you and your partner – book your 2012 wedding in one of our elegant event spaces and receive $200 to use for whatever your hearts desire – maybe add a rehearsal dinner, book a romantic overnight stay, pamper yourselves at our onsite Ruby’s Spa or host a brunch for your guests the morning after your big day. The options are endless…contact a Sales Coordinator today as dates are going fast!

Weddings at McMenamins Grand Lodge