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Welcome to AVSO Events - A Very Special Occasion. Here you will find weekly tidbits of wedding and event planning ideas that will assist you in planning your event.

We will share with you secrets from our top notched vendors and planners about the latest craze in wedding styles.

So, check in with us and find out what's hot and what's not: the latest in planning your very special day!

7 Secrets? No! 24 Tips for Planning Your Destination Wedding.

June 21, 2011 – 8:14 pm

Destination weddings are becoming very popular with soon to be-wed couples or couples renewing their vows.

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  1. Sarah Sherwood   -  

    OMG Janet! I’m going to send this to a friend of mine who is planning a destination wedding in Europe. You do such beautiful events!!

  2. Sarah Sherwood   -  

    Janet! I’m going to send this to a friend of mine who is planning a destination wedding. You do such beautiful events!!

  3. avso   -  

    Thank you Sarah. There are so many details involved with planning a wedding. However, when it comes to organizing a destination wedding, especially outside of the US, there is so much more to consider. I hope these tips will aide her in planning her wedding abroad.

Choosing Your Bridal Gown-Not A Quick Decision

May 26, 2011 – 11:50 pm

With the myriad of bridal gowns vying for today’s bride, it’s becoming increasingly difficult for you, the excited bride- to -be, to easily select your wedding dress. There is so much to consider: style, haute couture, custom made, off the rack, and of course the most important-will it fit your budget! These factors play an important part in choosing that dream bridal gown for your wedding day.

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A Night with the Stars-San Francisco Gala Fundraiser

April 15, 2011 – 11:19 pm

On March 24, 2011, Prodigy Motion Pictures, www.prodigymotionpictures.com hosted a fundraiser  to benefit Living Dream Arts, www.livingdreamarts.org, Performance Art Institute,www.theperformanceartinstitute.org and generate funding for the film “Don’t Shoot” I’m the Guitar Man, based on the book “Don’t Shoot” I’m the Guitar Man, by local bay area author, Buzzy Martin; buzzymartin.com/musician.html

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A Bride with a Style of Her Own

June 25, 2010 – 12:32 am

Family and friends traveled from Africa, Canada, Europe and across the country to witness the nupitial and celebration of Showa and Abe.

From the start of planning her wedding, Showa knew exactly the look and feel that she wanted to experience on her wedding day.  A traditional wedding motif was not her style. What she wanted was a ceremony and celebration that would incorporate her rich African culture with her Mediterrean travels and experiences.

What Showa envisioned: A bridal gown designed by Suzanne Hanley that would reflect her native earthy and rich Etrean colors; an Italian wedding cake from local San Mateo bakery- Dianda’s Italian Bakery, and the Palo Alto Garden Court Hotel, an Italian like boutique hotel that reflected her love of Italy for her venue.

With family and friends closely gathered, Half Moon Bay Celebrant, Fr. Miles Riley-It’s Your Wedding, Not Theirs, joyfully shared with the loving couple the beatitudes of marriage  prior to pronouncing them as husband and wife and introducing them as Mr. and Mrs.

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  1. Sarah   -  

    Beautiful, just beautiful, Janet!

A Mountain Top Vineyard, Butterflies and the Sweetest Couple-Shannon and Kerry, May 29, 2010

June 14, 2010 – 11:54 pm

I have never met a client, who was so trusting and sweet as Shannon and Kerry, and of course Shannon’s mother, Janice Cozzo. From the moment, we met, I felt  joy in having the privilege  in assisting them with the planning details of their  special day. They were receptive and open to suggestions that would bring their vision to fruition and make  their wedding day special.

A Breathtaking View

Starting with a breathtaking venue, Paul Masson Mt. Winery, in Saratoga, CA provided the perfect location for Shannon and Kerry to  exchange vows  and celebrate  their joyous union with family and friends.

Although everyone was concerned  about the unusual wet weather in May,

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  1. Leila Simms   -  

    As the florist for one of Janet’s wedding, I have to say I had the best experience with and event coordinator. Janet made the setting up a pleasure. All the staff, was working and prepping in concerto to Janet’s organization. She was there overlooking, hands-on, the whole operation. Calm and collected, she made everybody’s job a breeze. Would work with her anytime! Thanks for the opportunity…..

  2. avso   -  

    Leila,

    Working with you was amazing! I loved the ease, confidence and positive attitude that you have. It made working with you such a joy. And the flowers- they popped with the purple and eggplant colors. You were on time and so efficient. Can’t wait to work with you on our next event!

  3. Studio Cake   -  

    ….how lovely it is to have been part of such a lovely event…. in all ways! Communications are always so clear and the calm and ease with which you create an event are wonderful for all of us involved! Beautiful day, beautiful people… an absolute pleasure to be with your team!

  4. YourBridalPlanner.co   -  

    I love the pictures of this wedding. You truly are an amazing wedding planner! We look forward to working with you in the future.

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