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Petersburg Memorial Hall for Weddings (by Brunswick, Berlin, and Grafton State Park)

May 16th, 2011 | By kennycasanova
Petersburg Memorial Hall for Weddings (by Brunswick, Berlin, and Grafton State Park)

Here is a review on Petersburg Memorial Hall for an affordable wedding venue use option. Petersburg is out by Berlin, Brunswick and Grafton State Park and probably a half hour from Troy, NY.



Top 10 List: Ways To Save Money For Your Wedding

Mar 7th, 2011 | By kennycasanova
Top 10 List: Ways To Save Money For Your Wedding

Here is a top 10 list of ways to save money on your wedding, be it in Albany, Troy, or Schenectday, NY – or anywhere in the world!:



Professional vs. Do it Yourself Wedding DJ

Dec 8th, 2010 | By kennycasanova
Professional vs. Do it Yourself Wedding DJ

The other day, I received a an email to a link by a friend saying that I was about to lose my business. The message posted on a message board explained how to DJ your own wedding. It is true that you could save money, but at what expense? I just thought I would throw a few thoughts at you on why I believe that the professional DJ is needed especially at a wedding, at all costs.



WEDDING PLANNER – Is Using One The Right Choice for Everyone?

Nov 25th, 2010 | By kennycasanova
WEDDING PLANNER – Is Using One The Right Choice for Everyone?

Not everyone can afford a real wedding planner, and quite often, some people do not even want one. Sometimes it would seem the quote “the more the merrier” when it comes time to do some wedding planning, however, for some, this may not be the case. In more cases than not, having “too many cooks will spoil the brew.”



Wedding Reception Saver – Sharing Centerpieces…

Oct 13th, 2010 | By kennycasanova
Wedding Reception Saver – Sharing Centerpieces…

Have a busget and really need to save money for other areas of your wedding? Another cool way to save money at your wedding reception is to split in on the centerpieces with another bride!



Saving a bundle on flowers!

Aug 9th, 2010 | By kennycasanova
Saving a bundle on flowers!

They say it can’t be done. Flowers are often a very important and very expensive part of a wedding ceremony/reception decor. There are ways, however, to save in this department.



Affordable Wedding DJ in Albany, NY

Jul 12th, 2010 | By kennycasanova

It is always possible to have a beautiful wedding and not lose your shirt. Here is a top 10 list of ways to save money on your wedding.



TEN TIPS for planning a great wedding

Jul 6th, 2010 | By kennycasanova
TEN TIPS for planning a great wedding

Here are Ten things to think about when planning your wedding.



Non-traditional Finger Food Wedding Reception is a hit!

Jun 21st, 2010 | By kennycasanova
Non-traditional Finger Food Wedding Reception is a hit!

I was the disc jockey for some good people out of Schenectady, NY this past weekend, hosted at a nice little restaurant called The Cella Bistro. The bride and groom’s favorite thing about past wedding receptions that they had attended was always the appetizers. They liked mushrooms, and wonton shrimp and crab cakes and friend
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Tips For Wedding Tipping

May 21st, 2010 | By kennycasanova

Quite often I get the uncomfortable question from curious brides and grooms about tipping. I always say the same thing. “It is optional at weddings. A tip for any service is appreciated, but usually not at all expected. Just tip if you were really really happy with your outcome.”