Union Street
(between Steiner and Gough Streets)
San Francisco
415/345-1722
Admission price: free

Hosted by the Union Street Wedding Ring, this fun casual afternoon is designed for prospective brides to meet nearly two dozen of San Francisco’s elite businesses specializing in weddings. On site will be award-winning invitation designers, photographers, florists, gown makers, jewelry designers and many others ready to help brides secure all the services before their special day! Guests can stroll the street, enjoy complimentary small bites and sparkling wine, and take advantage of special promotions. The first 100 brides who RSVP prior to July 12 will receive a Bridal Walk Passport and a special gift bag.

RSVP: Call 415/345-1722 or submit registration to www.unionstreetweddingring.com/#/contact/ to receive check-in location and event details.

Wedding Faire
July 18&ndash19, 2009
Santa Clara Convention Center
800/445-2545
408/284-1500
www.wedding-faire.com

The Wedding Faire is the Bay Area’s Largest Wedding event. 50,000 square feet of everything needed to Plan the Wedding of Your Dreams. 150+ vendors, fashion shows, informative workshops and a $10,000 Wedding Treasure Chest giveaway.

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
600 Stockton at California Street
800/400-2099
925/283-9400
www.modernbridal.com
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Admission $25

The San Francisco Ritz-Carlton high atop Nob Hill, provides the exquisite backdrop for San Francisco’s most elegant luxury wedding showcase. Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and champagne as you experience over eighty magnificent exhibits, informal couture modeling, Giorgio Armani makeovers, spa treatments, exceptional tastings and much more. Modern Bridal will introduce you to the most celebrated and sought after wedding professionals on the West Coast. Treat yourselves to an unforgettable afternoon while you get a glimpse in to the world of top wedding designers, showcasing their vision, style and talent for your celebration. The Ritz-Carlton Modern Bridal Event; where magic happens.

You can get a FREE copy of the Here Comes The Guide book at Modern Bride faires. Read why we think Modern Bride produces some of the best faires…

Visit A Modern Bridal Affair web site for more information.

Pleasanton Hilton
800/400-2099
925/283-9400
www.modernbridal.com
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Admission $12

Fashion shows at 12:30pm and 2:30pm.

The Pleasanton Hilton, located in the Tri-Valley’s most beautiful setting, provides the backdrop for the Tri-Valley’s most elegant bridal faire. With over 80 exhibitors, the Pleasanton Hilton bridal faire offers an intimate and inspirational locale in which to meet with the professionals that will help you make your day uniquely yours.

You can get a FREE copy of the Here Comes The Guide book at Modern Bride faires. Read why Modern Bride produces some of the best faires…

Visit A Modern Bridal Affair web site for more information.

Kohl Mansion
2750 Adeline Drive
Burlingame, CA 94080
650/595-5444
www.fanfareweddings.com
Admission $15.00 in Advance / $20.00 at the Door ~ Limited Seating

Champagne, Wine, Hors d’oeuvres & Summer Menu Display by La Bocca Fina
Cake Tasting by Have Your Cake & Espresso by Travelin Joe
The Beautiful Music of Harpist Anna Maria Mendietta and Gabriel’s Trumpets
A Special Appearance by Dance Choreographer Cynthia Glinka
Enter a Drawing to win a Romantic Vacation

RSVP by August 9th
Additional Information: www.fanfareweddings.com or 650/595-5444

San Jose Convention Center South Hall
150 West San Carlos Street
San Jose, CA 95113
Entrance on Market Street
925-387-0673
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http://www.before-ido.com http://www.b4ido.com

Your One Stop Solution to Planning Your Wedding or Party Event!

Before I do Multicultural Bridal Events are enjoyable, exciting and informative occasions for brides and patrons of all ages. Featuring hundreds of local & national vendors, multicultural fashion shows and dozens of daily prize give-a-ways. Be inspired to design your wedding in just one day. Pre-register online and save time in line.

$10.00 per couple or $5.00 with a non-perishable food item (free till 1pm)

San Ramon Marriott
800/400-2099
925/283-9400
www.modernbridal.com
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Admission $12

Fashion shows at 12:30pm and 2:30pm.

Modern Bridal presents Contra Costa’s first-ever luxury wedding showcase. This is your chance to sip champagne and enjoy sensational hors d’oeuvres, see all that’s hot, trendy, new and exciting while gaining advice from top wedding experts. Discover the West Coast’s most sought-after wedding ideas, premier venues, luxe specialty items, specialized decor and lush floral designs, custom invitations, exotic honeymoon destinations, sumptuous wedding cakes, couture fashions, culinary art, photography, and a spectacular bridal runway fashion show. This Modern Bridal Faire will stir your imagination with wedding ideas you won’t see anywhere else. Treat yourselves to an unforgettable afternoon while you get a glimpse in to the world of top wedding designers, showcasing their vision, style and talent for your celebration.

You can get a FREE copy of the Here Comes The Guide book at Modern Bride faires. Read why we think Modern Bride produces some of the best faires…

Visit A Modern Bridal Affair web site for more information.

Ainsley House and Gardens
300 Grant Street
Campbell, CA 95008
408/866-2718

There will be raffle Prizes, hors d’oeuvres, food, music and a Wedding Fashion Show at 2pm.
Get all of the latest ideas for your wedding! The event will feature professional vendors from the area.
No pre-registration required and no entry fee.
For more information please call: 408/866-2718

The Larsa Center
2107 E. Monte Vista Avenue
Turlock, CA
californiabridalevents.com

This is the show of all shows! Under one roof, you will find rows and rows of the Valley’s most elite talent for your special day!
This show will feature three fashion shows to capture the gown of your dreams. Live entertainment and samples of our local culinary artisans will heighten your senses as you plan your special day in one day!

Anyone with a unique sense of style will find themselves captivated by the beauty of this show, whether Eastern or Western influences this is for you!

The Galleria at the San Francisco Design Center
101 Henry Adams Street
San Francisco, CA
Admission: Free
inspirations.avantplanners.com
650/278-7076

Meet one of the best vendors for South Asian weddings.

Talk to planners, caterers, florists, musicians and dozens of other professionals that can make your Dream Day come true. Mix and mingle, sample foods, drinks and lots of entertainment. Dozens of prize give-a-ways. View their vendors’ best works and let them pamper you.

You’ll be inspired!

Attendance is by-invitation-only. Please register at inspirations.avantplanners.com/reg.html

Clarion Hotel Modesto
1612 Sisk Road
Modesto, CA
Kimberly Vaughan
California Bridal Events
877.700.BRIDE, Toll Free
www.cabridalevents.com
Tickets $5 each

Pool side fashion show! Plan your big day in just one day at this special event hosted by the Clarion Hotel Modesto. We will have our area’s best talent present for this occasion. Come meet with professionals to find the perfect provider, sample everything, and enjoy the fun and excitement of California Bridal Events fall bridal show!

Doubletree Hotel
1 Double Tree Drive
Rohnert Park, CA 94926
http://www.a-dreamwedding.com
For more information, call 707/579-5886.

(From the 101 Freeway, take the Golf Course Drive Exit)

Planning a wedding in the Wine Country? Then you won’t want to miss the #1 Bridal Show north of San Francisco! Visit over 75 booths representing the Wine Country’s most popular vendors; three romantic, Wine Country-themed fashion shows; Wine and Chocolate Parlor; every bride’s a winner on the Wedding Wheel of Fortune!; PLUS thousands of dollars in prizes to be given away. Parking is free and discount coupons are available from the sponsors. Register online for a chance to win a pearl necklace. Visit http://www.a-dreamwedding.com for more info.

Rolling Hills Casino Resort Event Center
2655 Barham Avenue
Corning, CA 96021
www.weddingsnorthvalley.com
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530/200-3413
$8 at the door

Many of the 40+ wedding and special event experts displayed at this show never appear at any other show in Northern California. We bring all the best entertainment, fashion and food together in one place for an elegant afternoon for wedding and special event planning. Brides & Grooms who pre-register online are FREE. Contact Jen or Carol at 530/200-3413 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for more information.

Ralston Hall Mansion*mdash;The College of Notre Dame
1500 Ralston Avenue
Belmont, CA 94002
650/595-5444
Admission $15.00 in Advance / $20.00 at the Door ~ Limited Seating

Champagne, Wine, Hors d’oeuvres & Winter Menu Display by La Bocca Fina
Cake Tasting by Have Your Cake & Espresso by Travelin Joe
The Beautiful Music of Harpist Anna Maria Mendietta and Gabriel’s Trumpets
A Special Appearance by Dance Choreographer Cynthia Glinka
Enter a Drawing to win a Romantic Vacation

RSVP by November 10th
Additional Information: www.fanfareweddings.com or 650/595-5444

The Orchards at Samaritan Village
7700 Fox Road
Hughson, CA
Kimberly Vaughan
California Bridal Events
877.700.BRIDE, Toll Free
www.cabridalevents.com
Tickets $5 each

Lady luck has smiled down on you and now you are the perfect pair! Let the planning commence! Wedding planning can be hard work, but it should also be a lot of fun! This special event, hosted by The Orchards at Samaritan Village will deliver an exciting afternoon filled with local wedding professionals, tantalizing samples of our local culinary artisans, a fashion show and will prove to be a winning hand of planning for the bride to be and her entourage. Wedding planning was never this much fun!

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
600 Stockton at California Street
800/400-2099
925/283-9400
www.modernbridal.com
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Admission $25

The San Francisco Ritz-Carlton high atop Nob Hill, provides the exquisite backdrop for San Francisco’s most elegant luxury wedding showcase. Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and champagne as you experience over eighty magnificent exhibits, informal couture modeling, Giorgio Armani makeovers, spa treatments, exceptional tastings and much more. Modern Bridal will introduce you to the most celebrated and sought after wedding professionals on the West Coast. Treat yourselves to an unforgettable afternoon while you get a glimpse in to the world of top wedding designers, showcasing their vision, style and talent for your celebration. The Ritz-Carlton Modern Bridal Event; where magic happens.

You can get a FREE copy of the Here Comes The Guide book at Modern Bride faires. Read why we think Modern Bride produces some of the best faires…

Visit A Modern Bridal Affair web site for more information.

Merced County Fairgrounds Pavilion
900 Martin Luther King Jr Wy
Merced, CA
californiabridalevents.com

A sigh of relief can be heard from brides and birthday girls throughout Northern and Central California as California Bridal Events announces their 4th annual With This Ring Bridal Show!
Brides and their entourage will enjoy meeting elite wedding professionals to create the perfect day! 50+ of our local talent will be there to assist in planning a very special day in just one day!

Two fashion shows will feature bridal, tuxedo, wedding party and Quinceanera fashions in 2010! Join us as we provide a sneak peek at the areas best runway fashions in the area!

Pleasanton Hilton
800/400-2099
925/283-9400
www.modernbridal.com
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Admission $12

Fashion shows at 12:30pm and 2:30pm.

The Pleasanton Hilton, located in the Tri-Valley’s most beautiful setting, provides the backdrop for the Tri-Valley’s most elegant bridal faire. With over 80 exhibitors, the Pleasanton Hilton bridal faire offers an intimate and inspirational locale in which to meet with the professionals that will help you make your day uniquely yours.

You can get a FREE copy of the Here Comes The Guide book at Modern Bride faires. Read why we think Modern Bride produces some of the best faires…

Visit A Modern Bridal Affair web site for more information.

Dolce Hayes Mansion
200 Edenvale Ave
San Jose, CA
californiabridalevents.com

Dolce Hayes Mansion will host the Spring, 2010 International Wedding Festival in San Jose!
This is the show of all shows! Under one roof, you will find rows and rows of the Bay Area’s most elite talent for your special day!

This show will feature three fashion shows to capture the gown of your dreams. Live entertainment and samples of our local culinary artisans will heighten your senses as you plan your special day in one day!

Anyone with a unique sense of style will find themselves captivated by the beauty of this show, whether Eastern or Western influences this is for you!

Claremont Resort
800/400-2099
925/283-9400
www.modernbridal.com
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Admission $12

Fashion shows at 12:30pm and 2:30pm.

Offering breathtaking views and a fabulous setting high atop the Berkeley skyline, the Claremont Resort is filled with lavish décor, innovative floral designs, a couture bridal runway show, luxe specialty items, and a dazzling array of hors d’oeuvres and champagne. This one-of-a-kind bridal event is dedicated to bridal couples that want to experience the very best sought-after wedding experts, premier venues, distinctive cakes, fabulous tastings, culinary art, photography, and an array of wedding ideas you won’t see anywhere else.

You can get a FREE copy of the Here Comes The Guide book at Modern Bride faires. Read why we think Modern Bride produces some of the best faires…

Visit A Modern Bridal Affair web site for more information.

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley
2050 University Avenue
East Palo Alto, CA 94303
Wedding 360

Wedding 360 – An Afternoon of Elegance and Education, an educational seminar that provides brides with the tools and resources they need to plan their ideal wedding:

Wedding 360 is an all day affair taking place on Sunday, January 31, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley. Brides-to-be will have personal access to the region’s most celebrated wedding professionals, who will be available to answer questions and provide helpful tips to ease the planning process in one place at one time. Because they are keeping the event small, they will have time to interact on a more personal level with the professionals.

Attendees of Wedding 360 at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley will be able to select from a variety of presentation topics and educational seminars, including the following:

o Secrets of designing a beautiful and personalized wedding
o The impact of music at a wedding and first dance instruction
o What to consider with photography and videography
o How to select the perfect wedding gown and accessories
o Learning to manage a wedding budget and event flow
o Keys to designing a delectable wedding menu

Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please visit: www.fourseasons.com/siliconvalley/weddings/, or call the hotel directly at 650/470-2894
Price: $25 for 1 person or $40 for 2 people.

Embassy Suites, San Luis Obispo
333 Madonna Road
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
12noon–4pm V.I.B.11:30
More info at www.ccwp.com

The Central Coast Wedding Professionals proudly present their 15th annual Wedding & Special Events Faire

Kohl Mansion
2750 Adeline Drive
Burlingame, CA
650/873-8488
www.fanfareweddings.com

Plan your Dream Wedding in one Elegant Evening. Fanfare, a group of wedding professionals, invites you to an elegant evening at the Kohl Mansion.

In the Great Hall enjoy…

• Champagne, Wine, Hors d’oeuvres & Winter Menu Display by La Bocca Fina
• Cake Tasting by Have Your Cake & Espresso by Travelin Joe
• The Beautiful Music of Harpist Anna Maria Mendietta and Gabriel’s Trumpets
• A Special Appearance by Dance Choreographer Cynthia Glinka
• Enter a Drawing to win a Romantic Vacation

Admission is $15 per person ($20 at the door)
-limited seating –
RSVP by February 15th

More information: 650/595-5444

San Francisco Concourse
800/400-2099
925/283-9400
www.modernbridal.com
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Admission $12

Fashion Shows at 12:30pm and 2:30pm.

California’s largest bridal faire returns to the San Francisco Concourse Exhibition Center, with over 250 exhibits, fabulous runway fashion shows, and the very best wedding professionals.

You can get a FREE copy of the Here Comes The Guide book at Modern Bride faires. Read why we think Modern Bride produces some of the best faires…

Visit A Modern Bridal Affair web site for more information.

Modesto Centre Plaza
1000 L Street
Modesto, CA
californiabridalevents.com

This is the show of all shows! Under one roof, you will find rows and rows of the Valley’s most elite talent for your special day!
This show will feature three fashion shows to capture the gown of your dreams. Live entertainment and samples of our local culinary artisans will heighten your senses as you plan your special day in one day!

Anyone with a unique sense of style will find themselves captivated by the beauty of this show, whether Eastern or Western influences this is for you!

Be sure to see details about the 2010 Bridal Idol Wedding Contest hosted by Citadel’s KHOP and the International Wedding Festival! Winner will receive a wedding package valued at more than $25,000!

San Jose Convention Center
800/400-2099
925/283-9400
www.modernbridal.com
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Admission $12

Fashion shows at 12:30pm and 2:30pm.

San Jose Convention Center’s Parkside Hall is home to the Southbay’s most talked about bridal event. Each year, more than 150 of the Southbay’s most talented wedding professionals gather together to showcase their vision and cutting edge ideas for bridal couples to incorporate in to their own wedding celebration. From the smallest of details to the grandest of locations, this gala bridal faire offers couples great variety in a comfortable setting.

You can get a FREE copy of the Here Comes The Guide book at Modern Bride faires. Read why we think Modern Bride produces some of the best faires…

Visit A Modern Bridal Affair web site for more information.

Rolling Hills Casino Resort Event Center
2655 Barham Avenue
Corning, CA 96021
www.weddingsnorthvalley.com
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530/200-3413
$8 at the door

Many of the 40+ wedding and special event experts displayed at this show never appear at any other show in Northern California. We bring all the best entertainment, fashion and food together in one place for an elegant afternoon for wedding and special event planning. Brides & Grooms who pre-register online are FREE. Contact Jen or Carol at 530/200-3413 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for more information.