How To Say No Kids At Wedding As Politely As Possible

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You want an adult-only celebration, but you aren’t sure how to say no to kids at a wedding – we hear it all the time at the Heritage Center! It’s normal to feel conflicted when considering what you want for your special day and what guests might expect, especially when it comes to their kids. […]

Wedding Reception Vs. Ceremony: What’s The Difference?

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If you’re a little confused about the difference between a wedding reception vs a ceremony, you’re not alone! Both events are part of the same celebration but serve unique purposes. In this blog, we’ll help you get clear on what happens during a wedding reception and ceremony and dive into some of each event’s defining […]

Wedding RSVP Timeline: When Should Wedding RSVPs Be Due?

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Planning a wedding is like putting together a huge, complex puzzle: every detail must fit together perfectly to reveal the final masterpiece. You may be surprised to find that your wedding RSVP deadline — seemingly a minor piece of the picture as a whole — actually plays a crucial role in the wedding planning process. […]

How Long Do Weddings Last? A Complete Wedding Timeline Guide

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Whether you’re a guest or a soon-to-be-wed, you’ve likely wondered: “How long do weddings last? What time should a wedding ceremony start, and how long is a wedding ceremony typically? How long is a wedding reception, and what should take place during it?”  It’s absolutely normal to have these questions (and many others!) when planning […]

30 Best Wedding Line Dances and Songs in 2023

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There’s nothing like some wedding line dances to get everyone out on the dance floor! These fun, catchy tunes and their dances are wedding reception staples for a reason: They get the party started and guests up out of their seats! No matter what your music preferences, you’ll likely want to mix in a few […]

How To Estimate Your Guest Count For Your Wedding Or Event

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Learn how to estimate your guest count for your wedding or event with our comprehensive guide!  The early stages of planning an event can be overwhelming: Where should you start? When should you start? How do you choose a venue, or a caterer, or determine how much these elements will cost you, or how much […]

What To Write In A Wedding Thank You Card (Wording Examples)

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Wedding thank you messages show your love and gratitude for those who celebrated with you on the big day. But how do you find just the right wedding thank you card wording for each guest? Wedding guests always appreciate a meaningful thank-you for attending, as do members of your family and bridal party. The more […]

5 Small Things You Can Do to Increase Guest Comfort on Your Wedding Day

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It’s true that your wedding day should be focused on you and your new spouse — this is a celebration of your love and commitment to one another, after all! But a few small steps taken to consider your guests’ comfort can go a long way. Make your wedding day one they’ll remember fondly with […]

30 Years of Weddings: What’s Changed — And What’s Still On Trend

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In honor of Earle Brown’s 30th anniversary as an event center, we’ve been looking back on the last 30 years in the wedding industry. While there’s some trends we’re not sad to see go (‘90s liquid metallic bridesmaid gowns, the great Choreographed Group Dance boom of 2009) others have rightfully earned their spot in wedding […]

An In-Depth Look at the Event Spaces at Earle Brown Heritage Center

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At Earle Brown Heritage Center, we take pride in having a large variety of spaces at your disposal. From the smallest internal business meeting to a wedding reception of 1,000 people, we have the space to accommodate. Take a look at the different spaces that we have available at Earle Brown from one end to […]