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PICK THE PERFECT PLACE: Dixon’s Apple Orchard & Wedding Venue

with the rustic charm of a simpler time, Dixon’s doesn’t just grow apples, but enduring marriages

When Becky Dixon Mullane and her husband Jim were first scouting out land in the Chippewa Valley for their new orchard to call home, they were looking for rolling, lush land against a backdrop that would be as memorable as it was invigorating, and not just for ...

10 Wisco Clichés for Your Wedding Day

Sconnie traditions, new and old, that you can either embrace or leave at the altar

Anyone who has ever gotten married – heck, anyone who has ever even been to a wedding – knows there are countless colorful wedding traditions out there. Every culture and community has them, and ...

Fairest of the (Wedding) Fairs

mark your calendars for these 2023 Chippewa Valley wedding fairs

Looking to see the best and freshest wedding vibes on the rack? The Chippewa Valley has a number of bridal fairs, which are a great way to see vendors first hand. Check out the latest fashions, sample food, win prizes ...

Don’t Leave Your Guests Guessing

five important things you must tell your wedding guests to avoid confusion

“Come as you are” really doesn’t give people an idea of what they should wear to your wedding. Indicate on your invitation or wedding website whether attendants should glam up to “formal,” if “semi-formal” will cut it, or if they can dress up their denim with a pair of ...

AFTER ALL IS WED & DONE: Olive Branch Events Comes to E.C. from Madison

weddings can be stressful and daunting, but Olive Branch want to change that

According to the Wedding Report, the amount of weddings happening in 2022 is the most it has been since 1984, heavily due to COVID-19 pushing back wedding plans all over the country in 2020 and 2021. With supply shortages and inflation...

How Do I Plan a Wedding, When COVID-19 Is Still a Thing?!

tips from local wedding experts on how to plan a wedding, when it's hard to plan anything

TALK IT OUT. Couples need to communicate their desires with all their vendors and guests, up front. Requiring masks? Cool, make sure that info is on the invites. Requiring proof of vaccine? Totally cool. Make sure that info is on the invites ...

Picture Celebrating Your Special Day, the Eau Claire Way

here’s a glimpse at The Oxbow Hotel’s one-of-a-kind wedding experiences at the heart of Eau Claire

At The Oxbow Hotel and The Lakely, you’ll find a wedding venue with intimate spaces, one-of-a-kind details, and a destination atmosphere. The property features multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception options, full-service catering, boutique rooms for your family and friends, and a stage for live music so you can dance the night away ...

Something Bold, Something New

Gloss Beautique encourages brides feel their best on their big day

Every bride wants to look and feel their best. When you look back on your wedding photos, you should marvel at how radiant and glowing you look. But most importantly, you should remember how confident you felt. And that’s where Christa Ball – owner of Gloss Beautique – comes in ....

I Do ... Or Don’t? Dos and Don’ts For Your Wedding Day

wedding planner Kim Louise offers tips for brides & grooms to avoid sweating the small stuff

DO give yourself grace. It's very common to be nervous and it's pretty likely that something will go wrong, but that's all OK! In the end, you are marrying the person you want to spend the rest of your life with. DON’T try to please everyone. Make sure you and your fiancé(e) spend time talking about the things that are most important to you for that day. Tip: Each of you write down what are your top three parts of your wedding ...

Love at First Bite

Hy-Vee’s expert team of professional bakers, florists, and caterers make your wedding dreams a reality

The creation of every wedding cake at Hy-Vee in Eau Claire begins with a conversation: How do you envision your wedding day? What kind of color scheme are you looking at? Where will your wedding and reception be held? Can you tell me how the two of you met? How many people will be in attendance? And while the thought of planning every single minute detail of both the wedding ceremony ...