by Nicole Laidler | Feb 14, 2020 | Blog, Family Parties, Weddings
Valentine’s Day can be traced back to the ancient Roman festival of Lupercalia, which celebrated the coming spring (and fertility), but it was the Victorian’s who made it into the holiday we know today. In England, before the invention of the modern postal system,...
by Nicole Laidler | Jan 27, 2020 | Blog, Family Parties, Weddings
If 2020 started with an engagement – congratulations, it’s time to start planning your big day! Once you’ve picked your venue, you’ll want to start thinking about your menu. Whether you’re dreaming of a large event or an intimate ceremony, food and drink will be one...
by Nicole Laidler | Dec 18, 2019 | Blog, Décor, Family Parties, Weddings
Gently falling snow, cozy fireplaces, and mugs of mulled wine. Winter can be a romantic time of year to celebrate your love. If you’re dreaming of a Winter Wonderland wedding, here are a few dos and don’ts to help you make the most of the season. Do pick your date...
by Nicole Laidler | Nov 12, 2019 | Blog, Corporate Events, Décor, Family Parties
‘Tis the season of the office holiday party. And while these year-end get togethers can be a great opportunity to socialize with your co-workers away from the daily grind, they can also be stressful and bad for the environment. Our suggestion? Keep it simple, and...
by Nicole Laidler | Oct 16, 2019 | Blog, Heritage
Don’t let the stiff black-and-white photographs fool you. The Victorians knew how to have fun, and Halloween was no exception. What we now call Halloween grew out of the ancient Celtic harvest festival of Samhain and the spiritual observance of All Hallows Eve....