This page will help you better understand the order of Wedding Reception Events

COCKTAIL HOUR- This is when background music is played while your guests mingle and get aquainted. INTRODUCING YOUR WEDDING PARTY- This is when your wedding party is introduced to your guests. INTRODUCING YOU- This is when you are introduced to your family and friends for the first time as a married couple. INTRODUCING YOUR PARENTS- Same as above. YOUR FIRST DANCE TOGETHER- This is when you both dance and express your feelings for each other. DINNER MUSIC- This is when soft music is played appropriate for conversation. THE TOAST- This is when your best man or maid of honor has an opportunity to express their wishes for your marriage. CUTTING THE CAKE- This is when the Bride and Groom cut the first piece of the wedding cake. This symbolizes their union. PARTY MUSIC- This is when you and your guests get up and dance and have fun, and give requests.

WEDDING FORMAT FORM:

Northern Star Productions offers a free wedding consultation and is prepared to help coordinate wedding ceremonies as well as receptions. Below is a Wedding Format Form that can be discussed over the phone or perferably discussed in person. 1.) Background music while waiting for guests of honor to arrive_____________________________________________________ 2.) Announcement of wedding party: a. Flower Girl__________________________ b. Ring Bearer__________________________ c. Bride's Grandparents_________________ d. Groom's Grandparents_________________ e. Groom's Parents______________________ f. Bride's Parents______________________ G. Bridesmaids/Attendants Ushers/Groomsmen 1.______________________ _____________________ 2.______________________ _____________________ 3.______________________ _____________________ 4.______________________ _____________________ 5.______________________ _____________________ 6.______________________ _____________________ H. Maid of Honor Best Man _________________________ _____________________ I. Bride Groom _________________________ _____________________ 3.) Recieving Line Yes or No 4.) Blessing Yes or No 5.) Best Man Gives Toast Yes or No 6.) Maid of Honor Gives Toast Yes or No 7.) Dinner- Sit down or Buffet 8.) Bride and Groom's First Dance 9.) Bride and Father Dance 10.) Groom and Mother Dance 11.) Bridal Party Dance 12.) Anniversary Dance Yes or No 13.) Dollor Dance Yes or No 14.) Cut the cake 15.) Garter________Bouguet________Both or Neither 16.) Last Dance MUSIC SELECITIONS: 1.) BRIDE AND GROOM'S FIRST DANCE Song_________________Artist_______________ 2.) BRIDE AND FATHER DANCE Song_________________Artist_______________ 3.) GROOM AND MOTHER DANCE Song_________________Artist_______________ 4.) BRIDAL PARTY DANCE Song_________________Artist_______________ 5.) LAST DANCE Song_________________Artist_______________ 6.) SPECIAL REQUESTS? Song_________________Artist_______________ Song_________________Artist_______________ Song_________________Artist_______________ Song_________________Artist_______________