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    *Consider the schedule and details of events such as; photos, cocktails, grand entrance and bridal party announcements, blessing, toasts, cake cutting, specialty dances and so on.

 

    *Think through the day and have a clear plan and order for the entire event.  Then clearly communicate this plan to everyone; your DJ, catering manager, wedding party, parents, photographer, etc.

 

    *If you think you might be stressed out about all of the endless details on your wedding day then consider hiring a wedding coordinator or ask a relative or close friend to act as host, greeting your guests, assisting with seating and keeping the schedule flowing. 

 

    *Just before the meal is served it is traditional for the blessing to be performed.  The DJ will provide use of a microphone for the blessing, the toasts, and other announcements.

 

    *Serve the meal or send people to the buffet in this order: bride, groom, maid of honor, best man, attendants, parents, and then guests.  If you are serving a buffet you may want  to control the line by having  the DJ direct the guests by announcing table numbers.

 

    *A convenient time for toasts is after dinner is served.  This gives guests enough time to settle into their seats and to ensure they have a drink.  It will be easier to get everyone’s attention when they are seated.

 

    *Your first dance as husband and wife should feature your special song and can be done before or after dinner is served.  A good time to do your first dance is just after dinner to kick off the party portion of the evening.  Keep in mind that if the song you’ve selected is over three minutes you may want to have the DJ shorten it or only play a specific special part of the song.  You’ll be surprised at how long even three minutes will feel when you’re out there spinning on the dance floor!  The floor should be empty of other guests.  If you are doing your dance after dinner the dances for the bride and her father and the groom and his mother should be done directly after.  The wedding party joins in and then the guests.

 

    *Be clear and specific about any songs or events that you do NOT want at your wedding.  You may find the Chicken Dance or Macarena “cheesy” but many of your guests love these dances and it may be a great icebreaker to get people out on the dance floor, but it’s your day and your choice. Your DJ knows how to gently turn down any unwanted requests.

 

   *Traditionally, the bouquet and garter toss take place near the end.  Pick upbeat and fun songs that get your guests involved.

 

   *The final dance is done 15-20 minutes before the end of the reception and signals a winding down and closure to the party.