Brides-To-Be

It’s the Holidays, and that usually means couples all over the world are getting engaged! If you are a Bride-To-Be, and planning your upcoming Wedding, may we be one of the first to say Congratulations! What a great way to start out the new year! And there are so many Bridal shows in January to choose from. Choose wisely, because some are better than others. We recommend all the shows that we will be attending which are listed under Bridal Shows on our website, WeddingGuideonline.com These snow scenes are beautiful, but it sure is nice to be outside in the warm sunshine like today. Days like today and yesterday, are the reason we all love living in sunny Southern California! The snow is fun to visit, but living in it every day is a different story. For comfort, I’ll take a beach scene over a snow scene any day! Snowboarding works great in the sand. Sand is a lot like snow, but much warmer. We hope your Christmas was just as wonderful as ours was, and that you all have a safe, and very Happy New Year. Try to slow your life down, relax and enjoy the rest of this year with your Family & Friends. We’ll see you in January...

Recipe For A Successful Marriage

Recipe For A Successful Marriage 3 cups – Tenderness 1 cup – Commitment 1 cup – Consideration 1 cup – Courtesy 2 cups – Unselfish support 2 cups – Milk of human kindness 1 gal. – Faith in God & in each other Add 2 cup – Peace 3 cups – Cooperation 1 small pinch of in-laws 1 realistic financial budget 3 T pure extract of “I am sorry” 1 cup – Contentment 2 cups – open & honest communication 1 cup each: Confidence Encouragement Supportive friends Blindness to each other’s faults Individual interests and hobbies Mix in: Several mutual activities and hobbies Flavor with occasional tokens of your love and a dash of happy memories. Stir well and remove any specks of temper, jealously, or criticism. Sweeten well with a generous portion of love and keep warm with steady flame of devotion. Never serve with a hot tongue or cold shoulder. “Stand together yet not too near… let there be spaces in your togetherness… fill each other’s cup but drink not from one cup… remember, the oak tree and the cypress do not grow in each other’s shadow."

Thank You's

Consider sending thank you notes in Holiday cards. If you haven't had a chance to send your "thank you's" out for your Weddings gifts, why not take advantage of the Holidsys to do so. You can include them in a Holiday card, or if you have sent already sent them, include a Wedding picture for a personal touch. One of your duties as newlyweds is to acknowledge each and every wedding gift with a hand-written note of appreciation. Write your notes on plain white or pastel paper, perhaps with borders, but simple enough to maintain the dignity of the Wedding occasion. Mono-grammed stationery is also an elegant touch. To help keep a record of gifts received, you can use a bridal book, an ordinary notebook, or a box of notecards. Allow space for the name of the giver, the description of the gift, and the date the thank you note was sent. The easiest method is to combine your invitation list and your gift list on the same page; this way, addresses are readily available, and you only have to add two additional columns. Ideally, you should write each note as the gift arrives, so that you won’t get behind. Regardless, however, all thank you notes MUST be sent within three months after your wedding.In circumstances where a prompt note is impossible (such as a large wedding of over 250 guests), a printed acknowledgement is acceptable but always followed by a hand-written note. Since most gifts are sent to the bride, it is she who usually writes AND signs the notes, making a reference to the groom (“...John and I appreciated...”). In some cases, where the gift-giver is a stranger to the bride or a close friend of the groom’s, it is correct for the groom to do the honors. Always mention the specific gift. Most of all, be warm and appreciative, remembering that the gift-giver spent extra time and energy to choose something special for you both.

Thanksgiving Weddings with Family

Congratulations if you are getting married this Holiday weekend! Whatever you do on Thanksgiving, we hope that you will take at lease a few moments to really be thankful for what you have, especially for the friends and family that love you. We will be spending precious time with our close family, and loving every minute of it! You should do the same... Here is a little history on the Holiday. Thanksgiving in the United States was observed on various dates throughout history. From the time of the Founding Fathers until the time of Lincoln, the date Thanksgiving was observed varied from state to state. The final Thursday in November had become the customary date in most U.S. states by the beginning of the 19th century. Thanksgiving was first celebrated on the same date by all states in 1863 by a presidential proclamation of Abraham Lincoln. Influenced by the campaigning of author Sarah Josepha Hale, who wrote letters to politicians for around 40 years trying to make it an official holiday, Lincoln proclaimed the date to be the final Thursday in November in an attempt to foster a sense of American unity between the Northern and Southern states. Because of the ongoing Civil War and the Confederate States of America's refusal to recognize Lincoln's authority, a nationwide Thanksgiving date was not realized until Reconstruction was completed in the 1870s. On December 26, 1941, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed a joint resolution of Congress changing the national Thanksgiving Day from the last Thursday in November to the fourth Thursday. Two years earlier, Roosevelt had used a presidential proclamation to try to achieve this change, reasoning that earlier celebration of the holiday would give the country an economic boost. In the United States, the modern Thanksgiving holiday tradition is commonly, but not universally, traced to a poorly documented 1621 celebration at Plymouth in present-day Massachusetts. The 1621 Plymouth feast and thanksgiving was prompted by a good harvest. Pilgrims and Puritans who began emigrating from England in the 1620s and 1630s carried the tradition of Days of Fasting and Days of Thanksgiving with them to New England. Several days of Thanksgiving were held in early New England history that have been identified as the "First Thanksgiving", including Pilgrim holidays in Plymouth in 1621 and 1623, and a Puritan holiday in Boston in 1631. In later years, religious thanksgiving services were declared by civil leaders such as Governor Bradford, who planned a thanksgiving celebration and fast in 1623. The practice of holding an annual harvest festival did not become a regular affair in New England until the late 1660s.

Weddings Become Marriages

Getting Married should be about the Marriage and not about the Wedding. So many Brides get caught up in planning a perfect Wedding, they don’t think about the “Ever After”. I am a firm believer in Marriage and living “Happily Ever After”. That doesn’t mean that everything in your life after your Wedding will always be perfect, but if your expectations aren’t unrealistic you can have a very happy life together. When you go through the good times, it is so wonderful to have someone to share and enjoy those times with, and when times are tough, you have someone by your side to help you, and you can work through them together. The secret is, not having any secrets from each other. That doesn’t mean that you need to report to each other on every little detail of your life, but that you always share your feelings and opinions with each other about the important things. You can agree to disagree, but at least you are talking and sharing. Pick your battles carefully, everything is not worth fighting about. Starting with the day you say “I Do” to each other, work together as a unit and you can accomplish so much more in life. Don’t try to change each other, just accept each others faults and focus on your strengths. Work to bring out the best in your partner, and allow them to bring out the best in you as well. Always make time for each other, and remember why you fell in love, and you should stay in love for the rest of your lives. A few “Words of Wisdom” shared with you from Debbie Christensen, Publisher of The Wedding Guide.

Bridal Show at Hilton in Pasadena

We will be at this show, and hope you are too! Bridal Showplace November 3, 2013 11:00am - 3:00pm Hilton Hotel - Pasadena 168 S Los Robles Avenue Pasadena, CA 91101 At our shows you will meet Southern CA most distinguished wedding professionals offering every product and service for your wedding. Each event offers a variety of on-site features, such as: cake tasting, hors d'oeuvres, mini massages, beauty makeovers, entertainment and live performances. You can have your photo taken at the photo booths, learn the latest trends at the Wedding Planning Seminars, Ask the Experts, get free wedding planners and magazines. Preview the latest bridal fashions for the entire bridal party featured in our beautifully choreographed fashion shows. Enter to win thousands of $$$ in Door Prizes. Grooms are special too - at each event we hold a separate "Groom's Only Drawing". Tickets: $7 presale $10 day of (562) 924-2048 • www.bridalshowplace.net

Last Bridal Show in October

Bridal Show and Launch Party Sunday, October 27, 2013 • 11:00 – 3:00 in The Yorba Room at Yorba Linda Community Center 4501 Casa Loma Avenue, Yorba Linda, California 92886 Absolutely No Admission Charge! Come and meet our preferred Wedding professionals ready to help you plan your special day! Cocktails and Hors D'oeuvres will be served by Center Catering. Please R.S.V.P. by October 18, 2013 (714) 985-9432 centercatering.com/bridal_show.php www.CenterCatering.com We will be there with our Wedding Guide books, and our Elegant Wind Waves. See you on Sunday!

Autumn Brides

Autumn is a great month for your Wedding. It is cooler, less crowded, makes for beautiful photographs, and sometimes can be less expensive, depending on the location. October has become one of the busiest months for couple to say "I Do". In recent years, October typically has more Weddings than June! Autumn is the season between summer and winter. The Northern Hemisphere, the northern half of the earth, has autumn weather during late September, October, and November. Autumn weather does not last so long in the polar region, where extremely cold winter weather begins earlier. In tropical regions, seasonal changes are not great. The Southern Hemisphere has autumn from March until early June. For the dates of the first day of autumn and information about the position of the earth and sun during autumn. Many people call this season fall because it is the period of falling leaves. Autumn is also harvest time for many crops. In North America, early autumn days are generally warm and nights are cool. As winter approaches, the air becomes chillier and frost often occurs at night. In much of North America, the end of autumn is marked by the freezing of lakes and streams, southern migration of birds, and prewinter snowstorms. Autumn--especially September--is the season when most hurricanes occur. Hurricanes cause great damage along the coasts of the Gulf of Mexico and the western North Atlantic Ocean. Some regions do not have all four climatic seasons. In parts of the tropics, for example, temperatures change little. But the amount of rainfall varies greatly, so that these regions have a wet season and a dry season. The polar regions, on the other hand, have a light season and a dark season. In these areas, the sun shines almost all the time in summer and almost never in the winter. The changing seasons are caused by the changing position of the earth in relation to the sun. The dates used for the first day of each season mark the beginning of the astronomical seasons. The beginning and end of the climatic seasons vary from these dates from place to place and from year to year. The temperature and weather do not change instantly in response to the changing position of the earth in relation to the sun. The warmest and coldest weather generally occurs several weeks after the beginning of the summer and winter astronomical seasons. The delays occur because the oceans require much time to warm up in summer and cool down in winter. The seasons keep changing because the tilt of the earth's axis never changes while the earth circles the sun. One way to understand this is to picture which way the tilt of the axis causes the North Pole to slant at different times of the year. Autumn begins on September 22 or 23, the day of the autumnal equinox, when the pole starts to slant away from the sun. At both equinoxes, the sun appears directly above the equator. Places on the earth have approximately 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of darkness. Contributor: John E. Kutzbach, Ph.D., Professor of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, and Director, Center for Climatic Research, University of Wisconsin, Madison.

So many fall Bridal Shows!

We will have our books at 4 Wedding Expos, in different areas of Southern California this Sunday, October 13, 2013 First is Premier Bridal Show at Le Meridien Delfina 530 Pico Boulevard Santa Monica, CA 90405 Show Hours: 11 am - 3 pm About the Sheraton Delfina Santa Monica . . . Let Le Meridien Delfina Santa Monica Hotel help you set the stage for an unforgettable dream wedding created just for you. An elegant cosmopolitan setting and Santa Monica’s only Penthouse ballroom 9 floors above the beach offering coastal, mountain and city views are just the start. In addition to offering a beautiful venue for your most memorable day, Santa Monica provides a gorgeous backdrop and many diverse activities for your out-of-town wedding guests. (714) 572 -1363 www.PremierBridalShows.com __Next we will have books and our Elegant Wind Waves at Diamond Bar Golf Course, Upcoming Bridal Event October 13, 2013 • 11:00 - 3:00 22751 Golden Springs Dr., Diamond Bar Complimentary Admittance for Brides Meet our preferred vendors, and taste our chefs specialty hors d'oeuvers & beverages. (909) 861-5757 ext.252 catering@diamondbargc.com www.diamondbar.americangolf.com __Next is on October 13, 2013 Expo Bridal at Hyatt Regency Newport Beach 1107 Jamboree Avenue Newport Beach, CA 92660 Show Hours: 11 am - 3 pm Here's your opportunity to find all the services you'll need for your wedding and in one of the most beautiful locations in all of O.C. Unlike the convention center types of shows, you will actually get an opportunity to speak one on one with top wedding professionals in a more relaxed and less hectic enviroment. Get expert advice and plan with the best in the business to make your dream wedding come true. All the vendors exhibiting are among the best in the business and are willing and able to work within your budget. Just speak to them in detail about your specific needs and they'll be glad to help out. (213) 272- 0748 www.expobridal.com __and lastly, Bridal / Formal Expo October 13, 2013 • 11:00 - 3:00 Hilton Los Angeles / San Gabriel 225 W. Valley Blvd., San Gabriel FREE admission and Parking Planning for any special Event (626) 576 2525 or rosco_sandy@yahoo.com www.sangabrielchamber.org

Two Bridal Shows this weekend!

Bridal Showplace Wedding Show October 6, 2013 11:00am - 3:00pm Knott's Berry Farm Resort Hotel, 7675 Crescent Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620 You can have your photo taken at the photo booths, learn the latest trends at the Wedding Planning Seminars, Ask the Experts, get free wedding planners and magazines. Preview the latest bridal fashions for the entire bridal party featured in our beautifully choreographed fashion shows. Enter to win thousands of $$$ in Door Prizes. Grooms are special too - at each event we hold a separate "Groom's Only Drawing". Tickets: $7 presale or $10 day of (562) 924-2048 • www.bridalshowplace.net ___AND___ Premier Bridal Shows Wedding Show Sunday, October 6, 2013 DoubleTree Hotel 100 The City Drive Orange, CA 92868 Show Hours: 11 am - 3 pm Showcasing Southern California's top wedding professionals for all your wedding planning needs. Shop, compare and get insights and advice from the leading wedding experts. About the DoubleTree by Hilton Anaheim Orange County . . . Offering upscale accommodations and amenities at our full-service hotels and resorts, Doubletree can accommodate weddings of all sizes. With spacious ballrooms, exquisite cuisine and expert attention to detail. (714) 572 -1363 www.PremierBridalShows.com

Last Wedding Expo in September

Bridal Show on Sunday, September 29, 2013 - Crowne Plaza Resort, Anaheim Centrally located in the Heart of Anaheim 12021 Harbor Blvd Garden Grove/Anaheim 11:00 - 3:00pm At the show, you'll find a wide variety of wedding service providers from DJs and Photographers to Caterers and Venue locations, just to name a few. Our vendors offer "bridal show rates" that are hard to beat. Check out the hottest new gown fashions during our runway show with Beautiful Day Weddings with gown specialist Susan Jimenez. She'll be providing full consultations and a fitting room will be available at the show. Floor sample, top designer gowns at huge discounts will be available for sale! (213) 272- 0748 www.expobridal.com

Weddings Become Marriages

Getting Married should be about the Marriage and not about the Wedding. So many Brides get caught up in planning a perfect Wedding, they don’t think about the “Ever After”. I am a firm believer in Marriage and living “Happily Ever After”. That doesn’t mean that everything in your life after your Wedding will always be perfect, but if your expectations aren’t unrealistic you can have a very happy life together. When you go through the good times, it is so wonderful to have someone to share and enjoy those times with, and when times are tough, you have someone by your side to help you, and you can work through them together. The secret is, not having any secrets from each other. That doesn’t mean that you need to report to each other on every little detail of your life, but that you always share your feelings and opinions with each other about the important things. You can agree to disagree, but at least you are talking and sharing. Pick your battles carefully, everything is not worth fighting about. Starting with the day you say “I Do” to each other, work together as a unit and you can accomplish so much more in life. Don’t try to change each other, just accept each others faults and focus on your strengths. Work to bring out the best in your partner, and allow them to bring out the best in you as well. Always make time for each other, and remember why you fell in love, and you should stay in love for the rest of your lives. A few “Words of Wisdom” shared with you from Debbie Christensen, Publisher of The Wedding Guide, with over 25 years of Marriage bliss!

Long Beach Wedding Expo

Bridal Showplace Bridal Show, September 22, 2013 from 11am - 3pm at the Long Beach Marriott, 4700 Airport Plaza Drive, Long Beach, CA 90815. We invite you to meet with some of So Cal's most prestigious Wedding Professionals ready to help turn your Dream Wedding into a Reality! Indulge in scrumptious cake, and see the latest fashions for the entire Bridal Party. Enjoy a spa massage or beauty makeover. Have your photos taken at the photo booths. Get 1,000s of Wedding Ideas and Tips from the experts. The first 50 Brides in line will receive a SWAG BAG filled with a 700+ page wedding planner, a Certificate for a Resort Getaway, beauty samples, special offers and more. Enter to win $1,000s in Door Prizes including Photo Engagement Sessions, Gift Baskets, Gift Certificates, Hotel Stays, Romantic Dinners, and 3 luxury Honeymoons will be awarded! GROOMS ARE SPECIAL TOO... The first 50 Grooms in line will receive a Certificate for a Resort Getaway including Airfare. Additional Drawings will be held for Grooms Only - Make sure to bring your Groom with you! Tickets: Presale $7 / $10 Day of Event (562) 924-2048 • www.bridalshowplace.net

Endeavor Yacht event

September 18, 2013 at 6:30 PM The Endeavor - 2901 East Pacific Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92663 All Aboard The Endeavor in Newport Beach This yacht is perfect for larger functions such as weddings and corporate parties. The ENDEAVOR is one of the largest luxury yachts available in Southern California. This yacht boasts a formal seating capacity of 200 guests in the dining salon, and a restaurant sized galley. With plenty of space to spare, the top deck is an open-air sky lounge offers your guests an unobstructed view of the night sky and stunning sunsets. Plenty of coctail lounge seating and a well stocked bar will offer your guests an atmosphere of warmth and luxury. With an abundance of glass this stunning yacht must be considered for your next event. Raffle prizes include Groom's Tungsten Ring from Diana & Co. Jewelry Designsfor Brides and Grooms Savor the Creations from The Endeavor's Preferred Caterer Enjoy the sounds of Luxury DJ's Make Memories with Portraits by DawnJacob Austell Photobooth, & MemoryLane4US Video See the beauty of Elegant Wind Waves, White Feathers Events, and Irises Designs Special deals from Diana & Company Jewelry Designs, St. Patrick's Travel, Mary Me Bridal, It Works, Unique Gems Jewelry, By Invitation Events, Arbonne, Mary Kay, and more! Pick up your complimentary copy of The Wedding Guide (714) 970-6380 • www.ocbrides.com

Long Beach Launch Party

C.R.E.W. House Launch Party Thursday, September 12, 2013 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM (PDT) Paper Crew 3920 Atlantic Ave Long Beach, CA 90807 INNOVATIVE TEAM OF WEDDING PROFESSIONALS TO LAUNCH CREW HOUSE IN LONG BEACH – A ONE STOP SHOP FOR EVENTS & WEDDINGS Long Beach, CA. Sept 6th, 2013 – Four of the Southbay’s most talented wedding professionals: Paper Crew, At Your Door Events, Luxury DJs and Fern Lee Photography are teaming up to launch CREW House – a one stop shop where wedding and event clients can find Creative Resources for Weddings and Events. All four vendors will have an office location at 3920 Atlantic Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90807 where clients can explore style and event innovation ideas while benefiting from the collective expertise and synergy of all four companies. On Thursday evening September 12th, 2013, CREW House will host an invite-only industry Launch Party (7pm-10pm) to introduce the space to event professionals, press, bloggers and industry tastemakers. Luna Rentals will sponsor the beautiful décor, Night Owl Productions will provide stylish cocktails, Seafood World will provide hor devours, Invitations sponsored by Paper Crew, Design by At Your Door Events, Linens & Draping by M Pipe & Drape and Specialty Linens, Music and Lighting by Luxury DJs, Photography by Fern Lee Photography and Photobooth by Blank Booth. RSVP for the event via email to: richard@luxurydjs.com or sara@atyourdoorevents.com. About Paper Crew: A custom stationery retail and online store located in Bixby Knolls, California specializing in uniquely designed printed announcements for all occasions. Providing design services, specialty printing, assembly services, and DIY materials including specialty papers and envelopes. Paper Crew’s collections have been featured on Cosmopolitan Bride, Style Me Pretty, LA Times, Green Wedding Shoes, Style Unveiled, Ceremony Magazine, and more! www.papercrew.com About At Your Door Events: We plan fabulous weddings for stylish brides. With the understanding that no two couples are alike, we develop the planning and design process to suit the individual personalities, tastes and traditions of our clients. Through this process we can bring together all the elements that culminate in a wedding as unique as the couple getting married. www.atyourdoorevents.com About Luxury DJs: Luxury DJs is a national full service provider of marquee DJs, MCs, Lighting & Sound Design specializing in creative services for Weddings, Fashion, Social and Corporate Events. We have had the honor of performing for clients including: Madonna, Lady Gaga, Jessica Simpson, Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs, Christian Dior, Prada, Liz Claiborne and others. www.luxurydjs.com About Fern Lee Photography: Fern Lee Photography is an international and destination wedding photography studio based in California. Fern's signature style brings out the best in her clients and their surroundings while allowing their personalities to shine through. www.fernlee.com

Newport Beach Bridal show

Premier Bridal Show this Sunday, September 15, 2013 Radisson Hotel in Newport Beach 4545 MacArthur Blvd. Newport Beach, CA 92660 Show Hours: 11 am - 3 pm FREE Diamond Ring Keychain for the first 50 Brides who attend a Premier Bridal Show! Everything you need to plan your perfect day! SEE 100s of ideas and services for your wedding day including stunning displays and the latest wedding fashions at our Dancing Down the Aisle Fashion Shows which include a fusion of the hottest styles and dance choreography! SHOP, compare and get insights and expert advice from Southern California's leading wedding experts from Florists to Photographers, DJs to Wedding Planners, Videographers to Honeymoon Travel, Transportation to Invitations and much, much more! SAMPLE food and fun! Taste gourmet cakes and food samples, indulge in a mini make-over or have your pictures taken in a photobooth. Door prizes, give-aways and show discounts! Brides receive SWAG Bags filled with goodies from Crate & Barrel, Magazines, Wedding Planning ideas, Samples and more! Don't wait in line, buy your tickets today! Friends, Family and Fiancés are encouraged to attend! Spend the day discovering the best options to make your dream wedding come true! Purchase your Bridal Show tickets online now, for $5 per person! Tickets will be $10 at the door. (714) 572 -1363 www.PremierBridalShows.com

September 8, Bridal Show at Marriott in Burbank

Bridal Showplace Wedding Expo, September 8, 2013 11:00am - 3:00pm LA Marriott Burbank, 2500 Hollywood Way Burbank, CA 91505 At our shows you will find an average of 100+ of Southern CA most distinguished wedding professionals offering every product and service for your wedding. Each event offers a variety of on-site features, such as: cake tasting, hors d'oeuvres, mini massages, beauty makeovers,entertainment and live performances. You can have your photo taken at the photo booths, learn the latest trends at the Wedding Planning Seminars, Ask the Experts, get free wedding planners and magazines. Preview the latest bridal fashions for the entire bridal party featured in our beautifully choreographed fashion shows. Enter to win thousands of $$$ in Door Prizes. (562) 924-2048 • www.bridalshowplace.net

Enjoy Labor Day weekend

The History of Labor Day Labor Day: How it Came About; What it Means Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. Labor Day Legislation Through the years the nation gave increasing emphasis to Labor Day. The first governmental recognition came through municipal ordinances passed during 1885 and 1886. From these, a movement developed to secure state legislation. The first state bill was introduced into the New York legislature, but the first to become law was passed by Oregon on February 21, 1887. During the year four more states — Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York — created the Labor Day holiday by legislative enactment. By the end of the decade Connecticut, Nebraska, and Pennsylvania had followed suit. By 1894, 23 other states had adopted the holiday in honor of workers, and on June 28 of that year, Congress passed an act making the first Monday in September of each year a legal holiday in the District of Columbia and the territories. Founder of Labor Day The father of labor day More than 100 years after the first Labor Day observance, there is still some doubt as to who first proposed the holiday for workers. Some records show that Peter J. McGuire, general secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and a cofounder of the American Federation of Labor, was first in suggesting a day to honor those "who from rude nature have delved and carved all the grandeur we behold." But Peter McGuire's place in Labor Day history has not gone unchallenged. Many believe that Matthew Maguire, a machinist, not Peter McGuire, founded the holiday. Recent research seems to support the contention that Matthew Maguire, later the secretary of Local 344 of the International Association of Machinists in Paterson, N.J., proposed the holiday in 1882 while serving as secretary of the Central Labor Union in New York. What is clear is that the Central Labor Union adopted a Labor Day proposal and appointed a committee to plan a demonstration and picnic. The First Labor Day The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City, in accordance with the plans of the Central Labor Union. The Central Labor Union held its second Labor Day holiday just a year later, on September 5, 1883. In 1884 the first Monday in September was selected as the holiday, as originally proposed, and the Central Labor Union urged similar organizations in other cities to follow the example of New York and celebrate a "workingmen's holiday" on that date. The idea spread with the growth of labor organizations, and in 1885 Labor Day was celebrated in many industrial centers of the country. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend, with very little work!

Last Wedding Expo in August...

We will be at the Premier Bridal Shows event on Sunday, August 25, 2013 Sheraton Cerritos 12725 Center Court Drive Cerritos, CA 90703 Show Hours: 11 am - 3 pm Showcasing Southern California's top wedding professionals for all your wedding planning needs. Shop, compare and get insights and advice from the leading wedding experts. Preview new ideas and fresh styles. Taste gourmet cake and cuisine, see fashion, enjoy music/entertainment and take advantage of show discounts and giveaways. Have fun while discovering the best options to make your dream wedding come true! Don't wait in line, buy your tickets today! Friends, Family and Fiancés are encouraged to attend! (714) 572 -1363 www.PremierBridalShows.com

Muzeo Museum Bridal Event Wednesday

Upcoming Wedding Event on Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at the Muzeo Museum, 241 South Anaheim Blvd., in Anaheim It's Top Secret at Muzeo Museum - Host your events amid World Class Exhibitions in our State of the Art Exhibition Gallery or the History Carnegie Building built in 1909. Along with our outdoor Courtyard we allow you the flexibility to create and customize your experience. Our outdoor Events Plaza features over 10,000 sq ft of outdoor space with 2 waterscapes and lush greenery and ambient lighting. For large events our private street can be closed for a truly unique event. Savor the Creations from Above All Catering and Mi CA Pollos (Greek Plate), Enjoy the sounds of our featured DJ, Make Memories with Edith L Photography & MemoryLane4US Videographers, See the beauty of Elegant Wind Waves and Irises Designs, Special deals from Diana & Company Jewelry Designs, Premier Bridal Shows, High Roller Rentals, iT Works, Dial M for Makeup, HOneymoons by Claudia, and more! Pick up your complimentary copy of The Wedding Guide Tour the venue and current exhibits at Muzeo ... Spies, Traitors, & Saboteurs and Local Artists Artwork! Raffle prizes Groom's Tungsten Ring from Diana & Co. Jewelry Designs Free Casino Table Rental from High Roller Rentals More to come!! Orange County's Premier Bridal Directory and social community for Brides and Wedding professionals to interact. VENDORS: Tiered pricing until 8-21 2pm $20.00 at the door. BRIDES ARE FREE (714) 970-6380 • www.ocbrides.com

Bridal Night in Fullerton today

Coyote Hills Golf Course Upcoming Bridal Event Thursday, August 15, 2013 • 6:00 - 9:00pm FREE Admission, sample Hors d' oeuvres and great Prizes. 1440E. Bastanchury Rd. Fullerton • (714) 672-6800 x5 www.coyotehillsgc.com Come see our Elegant Wind Waves in action!