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Produced and Published by
McLeod Creative, LLC
Editorial, Creative & Sales Director
Monica McLeod Sawyer
Graphic Designer
Ashley Drapal Rippke
Communications & Distribution
Jennifer Cisneros
Sales
Sandra Campos
Printer
Shweiki Media
Additional Support
Granola Tech
Contributing Writers:
Adam Farrell
Omar Lopez
Ben Montes
Aubrey Winston
tel. 361-887-5054
fax. 361-887-6056
[email protected]
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by The One Staff
WEDDING SPOTLIGHTS
10 Amy Lea Wright &
LeRoy Francis Noack, Jr
12 Ashley Marie DeGeere &
Christian Romeo Bernard
14 Elena Ruiz & Gerald Flores
16 Lauren Ashly Self &
Stanley Joe Pinkston
FEATURES
8 Two to Make Your Dreams
Come True - Josh & Co. and
Get Jeweled Productions
by Omar Lopez
36 Trusting to Love Your
Destination Wedding:
McAllen, TX and Diyarbakir, Turkey
Featuring: Ana Maria Villegas &
Abdurrahman Ipekisleyen
TOOLS & LISTS
32 Calendar
33 Photography Shoot Sheet
34 Wedding Budget
35 Registry Checklist
40 Off-White Pages Directory
GROOM'S GUIDE
54 Information Station:
What is Ambient Lighting?
by Ben Montes
55 Grooms To Do List
by The One Staff
Wedding Vendors by Aubrey Winston
38 Fit Bride: Holiday Fat Loss
Solutions by Adam Farrell
photo by Kate Leverenz Photography
Adam Farrell is a native of
Corpus Christi. Adam has been
in the fitness and sports performance business for over 10 years.
He received his undergraduate
and graduate degrees from TAMU-CC and holds
several fitness and sport performance certifications.
Adam is the founder and owner of Pinnacle Performance and Fitness. Adam is committed to changing
the sedentary culture of South Texas.
Omar Lopez is a professional communications director and freelance
writer. He has worked for many
newspapers and has been published
throughout Texas and in USA Today.
Ben Montes II is a Corpus Christi
native and currently resides in Papalote, Texas. He has been in the music industry professionally since 1993
and is the owner of Guitar Morgue
and co-founded Dr. Rockstar with his lovely wife
Marci Montes. He spends most of his time fishing
and playing with his daughter, Genesis.
Ashley Drapal Rippke came
to The One Bride Guide and
McLeod Creative from Ames,
Iowa. A graduate of Iowa State
University, Ashley holds a BFA
in Graphic Design. In 2006 Ashley married her
best friend, Nathan. The designer duo now reside
in Nashville, TN with their two dachshunds, Izzy
and Bean and continue to contribute to The One
and McLeod Creative projects.
Aubrey Winston grew up in Alice,
TX. She moved to East Texas to
attend college and returned to
Corpus after graduation to be near
her family. After a year and a half
of searching, her dream to work in
weddings came true. Aubrey has been working and
selling weddings at the Ortiz Center for 2 years
and loves every second of it!
To suggest a story, give a comment, report an
error or to contact one of our contributors, please
email [email protected].
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402 Peoples Street, Suite 1A
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
6 The One Style Picks
30
October 2012 – January 2013
®2012/2013
McLeod Creative / The One Bride Guide
by Monica Sawyer
by Omar Lopez
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Cover:
Photo by: John Ryan Seaman, Granola Tech
Model: Alicia Renck
Hair & Makeup: Josh Salinas and
Valarie Solis, Josh & Co.
Flowers: Get Jeweled Productions
Jewelry: Gold Master Jewelers
Dress: Cristos, Julian Gold
Assistant Photographer: Bethany Seaman
Videographer: Jason Page
Location: Dancing Elk Alexander Ranch
Courtesy Mathew & Jenny Alexander
Camel: Seymore
See "Behind The One Cover" for more info
SITES & LOCATIONS
18 Site Finder Reception Locations
28 Mansion by the Sea
theonebrideguide.com
Contributing Photographers:
Anahi Navarro
Annette McPherson Photography
Bellezza Photography
Cara Mia Fotografie
D&P Photography & Videography
Diane Loyd Photography
Diva Dulce Photography
Dr. Rockstar
Eddie Hernandez Photography
Granola Tech
Kate Leverenz Photography
M&J Photography
NYP Photography
Rachel Scott Photography
Third Coast Photo
Tony Martinez Photography
STATEMENT & STYLE
2 Announcements
2 Letter from the Editor
4 Behind The One Bride Guide Cover
There have been several vendors who have really stepped
up and joined me in the past few years in elevating our
area to a new level in production, design and entertainment. Since Corpus Christi operates like a small
town, when people say "it's who you know" I don't
consider that to be snobby, to me it's about creating
relationships. I treasure those valuable relationships.
They overlap into every venture I'm involved in and it's
why I've always been in the business of communication.
Some of those vendors include (but aren't limited to)
The Ortiz Center, Dr. Rockstar, Josh & Co. and Get
Jeweled Productions. All four of these vendors (again,
among others) have donated in a major way to The
One and my other passion, The Ritz Theatre restoration. Two other vendors, Julian Gold and Gold Master
Jewelers, have brought a whole new level of style and
sophistication to The One, better than I could dream
of. Before Julian Gold and Gold Master came along,
our cover shoot style was organized around what was
readily available (not counting Deux Boheme who
practically hand-made every item for their shoot).
With these vendors, we are able to take a concept to
them and they partner with us to bring that vision to a
reality - for a high-class creative wedding shoot. We are
proud and feel blessed by every issue in our history for
the talent and selflessness that was brought to the table
for the combined dream of showing Corpus Christi
the creativity that exists here.
The
After sharing ideas with the Ortiz Center, they agreed
to open their entire venue for the event to help make
it completely unique. We will have the traditional vendor expo, but are moving the fashion show into it's
own space and making that bigger than ever. Our wish
came true when the most fashionable store in town,
Julian Gold, signed on to put together THREE big
shows for our conference. It's going to be like a mini
fashion week, packed into one day! Dr. Rockstar, one
of the best in the biz, will transport you into a production that is right out of New York. And of course
Josh & Co. and Get Jeweled are putting their stamp on
the fashion show and many other parts of the event.
One of the features I'm most excited about is for the
Grooms! I know the poor Grooms get dragged to every wedding event, registry outing and many things
they are less than thrilled to attend. So we wanted to
give them something special. The One Spot, a special
Grooms area, will make them glad they came. Republic
Distributing will be showing the Grooms how to create
a signature drink for their reception. Guys can hang
out, participate in the drink tasting, cigar bar and
enjoy music by Dr. Rockstar's DJ booth among other
guy-focused vendors.
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The big differences in The One Inside Out are the
workshops, taking place all day. Various vendors will
be sharing their expertise. From style tips to choosing
a dj vs a band, the workshops will give couples a sense
of what they can really expect as well as help plan their
dream wedding. A marriage counselor will be giving
advice on how to establish the best relationship to get
you past the ups and downs and into a life-long loving commitment. We are also planning a panel of real
couples for a question/answer session so you can find
out what it's like from real experiences.
Photo by D&P Photography
This issue brings big changes both for The One and
me personally. As I write this letter, I have a week and
a half before I give birth to my second daughter (talk
about cutting it close!). Luckily, timing worked out
perfectly with press schedules and the baby's due date!
AND, I have a great team of people to help get The
One printed to perfection and out on stands while I am
busy loving my new bundle of joy. Many of my friends
ask, "So, are you cutting back and slowing down now?"
Just the opposite! In fact, it was soon after I found out
I was pregnant that I decided to expand our offerings
with The One. Am I crazy? Probably. But it's hard to
resist when there are so many Brides and people planning events calling or writing on a weekly basis about
how much The One has helped them. It brings me so
much joy to hear this and It's why I started the magazine. So why slow down now?
Noyola + Alejandre
Mr. and Mrs. Tomas Noyola are proud to announce
the engagement of their daughter, Crystal Noyola
of Corpus Christi, Texas to Jose Alejandre of
Corpus Christi, Texas. Jose is the son of Mr. Jose
A. Alejandre of Houston, Texas and Mrs. Patricia
Garcia of San Antonio, Texas. The wedding will be
held on November 3rd, 2012.
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Photo by Annette McPherson Photography
Plan your wedding. Plan your life.
We hope you'll join us for The One Inside Out as well
as keep the magazine flourishing by submitting your
fabulous wedding to be featured for the next issue.
After all, our hard work is just for you! Because the
reality is, the wedding business is about love. And we
love being a part of your special day!
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When The Ortiz Center approached me about doing President/Creative Director
a wedding event, I immediately called on the group McLeod Creative & The One Bride Guide
mentioned above to help make it happen. They have
risen to the challenge to help me launch the
first ever wedding and marriage conference in
Corpus Christi, The One Inside Out, taking
place January 6th, 2013 from 11-5. I am so
thrilled about this new venture. The One
Inside Out is not just another wedding fair.
It was clear to me years ago that if we put on
a wedding event, it had to be different in a
big way. We wanted the event to be more like
educational conferences you see with other
industries, offering classes and other features that would be appealing enough for
Brides to stick around all day and walk
away full of ideas and hope for their
future. We wanted Brides to gain insight about planning their wedding
For more info on The One Inside Out, see our ad on page 37 , visit
and starting a marriage, not just get a
www.theonebrideguide.com/events/insideout or call 361-887-5054
two minute elevator speech from each
vendor and haul off a bunch of business cards. What
Congratulations on your recent engagement
we've tried to do with this magazine is not just show
off weddings and vendors, but give you more than you
or wedding! Now you want to share your news
ever hoped for with a wealth of information and we
with the world? Purchase an announcement
will translate that into a great event. We've recognized
(listings start at just $25) and you'll be pubthat the information is relevant to so many, not just
lished in print AND online! Visit www.the
engaged couples, so we opened the event to be a wedonebrideguide.com to download the forms.
ding AND marriage conference since many of the
Deadline for the next issue is November 2nd.
classes are valuable to both seasons of life.
The
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Plan your wedding. Plan your life.
Williams + Soto
Mr. Bill Williams of Victoria, Texas and Ms. Tonya
Williams of Refugio, Texas are proud to announce
the marriage of their daughter, Betsy Williams to Joe
Soto, Jr. of Refugio, Texas. Joe is the son of Mr. Joe
Soto, Sr. and Ms. Patricia Canchola of Refugio, Texas
and grandson of Mr. Lalo Soto, Mrs. Toni Soto, Mr.
Adam Canchola and the late Mrs. Mary Ann Canchola.
Betsy is the granddaughter of Mr. W.H. Williams, Mrs.
Ruth Williams, the late Mr. W.C. Beck and the late Mrs.
Billie Beck. The Wedding took place on June 16th, 2012
at the Refugio County Community Center officiated by
Reverend Veda White. Mr. Ryan Harvey served as Joe's
Best Man and Ms. Rebekah Emery and Ms. Brooke
Williams served as Betsy's Maids of Honor. The couple
traveled to New Orleans, LA and aboard a Western
Caribbean Carnival Cruise for the honeymoon. Jose
works as an oilfield lease operator/owner of Dirt Road
Gauging and Betsy works as a Tax Accountant for Melton
& Melton, LLP, where they reside in Houston, Texas.
by Monica Sawyer, Editor
photos by John Ryan Seaman, Granola Tech • behind the scenes photos by Bethany Seaman, Granola Tech
W
hen the call comes in that a new venue is interested in hosting weddings AND they have zebras
and camels, the question isn't "Are we going to do a
photo shoot there?" it's "WHEN?"
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Dr. and Mrs. Mathew Alexander's Dancing Elk Ranch
is getting primed for weddings and it's a venue most
people would recognize, but few have visited. The big
white house on the hill is hard to miss, as it sits high
on your right as you get about 30 minutes outside of
Corpus Christi driving to San Antonio on I-37. Traditionally a hunting ranch, Mathew and Jenny Alexander
are hard at work bringing Dancing Elk an additional
purpose, turning the property into an ideal wedding
venue. They were the epitome of hospitality when we
asked to do our cover shoot there, giving our team a
full tour, going off-road to allow us to see the menagerie of exotic animals, including their recent acquisitions from a petting zoo, Seymore the camel and three
zebras, one of which was a baby and was born on the
property. The Alexander's ranch is gigantic. Within the
1500+ acres of rolling hills, not only did we see the animals and grand residence, but traveling toward the back
of the property, the Alexanders have built first class
lodging for guests in addition to fully upgrading two
guest houses that were already on site. We got a sneak
peak of the architectural plans for the massive wedding
and party barn they are planning which will also have
top-shelf amenities and be perfect for large events. As
the work is being completed (set to be finished by mid
2013), interested Brides can contact them about having
an outdoor or tent wedding, which is still a gorgeous
opportunity (as you can see from our photos). It was so
hard to choose between the animal shots or the images
we got in the unique gazebo, sitting quaintly under two
giant trees at the base of a hill by a pond.
I've had my eye on the work of John Ryan Seaman for
awhile through our City Church community. He recently launched his own photography and videography
business, Granola Tech, and is already turning heads.
This guy is a genius when it comes to the technical side of
cameras (and every other gadget) and the world is finally
taking notice that he has the creative side to match. John
Ryan was so great to work with, creating story boards of
images to create a look for the shoot to marry well with
the natural features of the venue. Together with stylist
extraordinare, Josh Salinas of Josh & Co. and fab decorator, Greg Ybarra of Get Jeweled Productions, the
three were able to create an exotic, natural loveliness,
perfect for the day and the Bride, model Alicia Renck
(who by the way isn't just a model). Alicia is a Biomedical Sciences major at Texas A&M University - Corpus
Christi. She's on the pre-med track and was undergoing interviews with 9 different medical schools at the
time! Wow! Beauty and brains times ten!
Getting the perfect shot for the cover was no easy task,
but we had some amazing people and props to make it
happen. John Ryan's wife, Bethany, was second shooter and captured our behind-the-scenes images while
Valarie Solis assisted Josh Salinas in making Alicia look
amazing. Julian Gold, who has become a valuable partner with The One, was willing to risk exposure to the
natural location with two exquisite gowns. The cover
gown was by designer Christos, retailing at $5,200.
The second gown, seen on the top of the next page,
was a Romona Kereza, retailing at $6,130. In addition
to those pieces, Gold Master Jewelers delivered once
again (how do we keep getting so lucky?) with over
$15,000 worth of jewels. Our Bride wore citrine earrings from the Haytayan line retailing for $3,808 and
her engagement ring was a 1 carat princess cut Giovanni Seth diamond accompanied by yellow and round
diamonds retailing for $11,900! Thank you for trusting us Julian Gold and Gold Master! What an honor!
While one team headed off to try and get a shot with the
zebras, Greg Ybarra and his Get Jeweled Team, Sarah Luna, Gloria Luna and Joe Liz Villareal were busy
preparing the gazebo. Greg, with the help of Marilyn
Moore, also created three amazing bouquets for us.
The zebra shot, which we thought was going to be our
money shot, didn't turn out that way. When Mathew
and Jenny were feeding the zebras to keep them close,
cows and a very pushy billy goat made their way over
and decided they wanted to be difficult. The billy goat
especially scared me into my car as he head-butted the
Alexander's off-road vehicle and gave me an evil eye
saying "you're next!" I can't wait to see the behind the
scenes video footage of that chaos from Jason Page!
Mathew suggested we get a shot with Seymore the
camel, and as you can see, he stole our hearts. Seymore was super friendly, easy to work with, and really
turned out to be quite the show camel. It was almost
as if he knew he was being photographed as he posed
and turned and even gave a kiss to Alicia!
The next stop was the gazebo towards the front of the
property. The Alexander's were so hospitable, they
even painted the gazebo and nearby bridge in preparation for our shoot. They were amazing! The Get
Jeweled team created two separate looks on the gazebo
which made me want to stay and have my own little
party under the canopy. Their creativity made it super hard to choose the winning look!
Visit granolatech.com, dearanch.com, juliangold.com,
goldmasterjewelers.com and theonebrideguide.com
for more info about our cover contributors. You can
also look for them in our Off-White Pages starting on
page 40 and online at www.theoffwhitepages.com.
Great job everyone!
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by Omar Lopez, photos by Diva Dulce, Cara Mia Fotografie and D&P Photography
With most weddings, stars must align to
have the best hair, the right makeup,
the most delicious food, the
prettiest flowers, and the most
behaved guests. Another intergalactic miracle must happen
to start on time and to have
everyone involved actually
enjoy it.
Unless: you hire the best kept
secret in the industry to make all
things wedding work - a wedding
planner. Now imagine how perfect your day would be by hiring
that person times two.
Josh Salinas and Greg
Ybarra work to make
sure Brides, Grooms,
families and everyone
along the way experience the wedding of
a lifetime. But the
pair did not become
wedding planners by
trade. Flowers, seating charts and timelines
found them.
Josh Salinas and Greg Ybarra
Salinas, owner and operator of Josh &
Co. Salon, and Ybarra, owner of Get
Jeweled Productions, prove to be a powerful and unique pair. They are guardians of
fabulous, gatekeepers of fierce, and
masters of all things detail oriented,
including punctuality, all at once.
For Josh, a typical wedding day salon
appointment includes delicate platters
of wine and cheese, bubbly champagne and a beautiful presentation.
A glam squad that includes Alanha, Gabriella, Crystal, Valarie, Randy and Maria
help to take care of the bridal party.
“My passion is hair – it’s what I do best
and it’s what I love,” Salinas said. “On a
wedding day, even though I may
be responsible for other things, I
do everyone’s hair.
Becky North, one of Salinas’
Brides, skipped her lifetime
hairstylist for the wedding.
“I just knew he would do
a good job, and my hair
was beautiful. Josh said it
would be great and it was
perfect,” she said.
Salinas’ reputation for managing dream-come-true weddings is quickly
taking equal pairing with his reputation for
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good hair. Services as a wedding planner
are more and more requested.
“I have learned to be a solid wedding planner because I have worked with some pretty
bad ones,” Salinas said. “I just kept noticing
my Brides would come in for hair and they
would be having horrible days, on their own
wedding day. I knew I could do better because I knew how to do better.”
Roxy and Jared Quintanilla, a young couple who sought the services of Salinas, said
since they have no family in
the area, they depended on him to make
the day work – even
under extreme
circumstances.
“Weather was a big
issue apparently,
but I never knew,”
Roxy said. “I heard
that at some point
weather was threatening the venue and
the whole day, but Josh
took care of everything. He
never let me know the elements could have
caused a problem on my wedding day.”
Risks, like choosing to make decisions for
Brides on their special day and considering
factors like weather, have earned serious rewards. Salinas’ reputation is traveling faster
than good gossip. His forte is a different
perspective he brings to Texas weddings.
He spent nearly ten years in Southern
Georgia learning the established ways
of Southern etiquette. He infuses that life
experience into each wedding.
“There’s a genteel way in the South that’s
very different from Texas, and that starts
with etiquette,” Salinas said. “I make those
demands on my Brides because I know
that when they ask for ‘elegant’ or ‘sophisticated,’ I know what they mean even if
they do not know how to get there.”
He stays by the Bride’s side
from the moment the rehearsal dinner begins to the
end of the reception the
next day.
On the opposite side of
the proverbial wedding
coin, Ybarra makes sure
that all of this happens in
the most beautiful atmosphere imaginable.
Five years ago, Ybarra started
a floral decorating business to
satisfy his creative side.
When Diane Self’s daughter,
Lauren, became engaged, Self
said two words kept coming
to mind: Elegant and Fun. She
knew it had to be special for her.
“The difference in service is just amazing,”
Self said. “While other decorating companies
pushed us to sign a contract before seeing any real decorations, Greg invited us to
view ideas and had a series of table samples
waiting for us. Most companies won’t even
sit and consult with you until you sign on the
dotted line. Greg made us feel comfortable
and welcome. He worked with us to change
each table and edit the settings. It was so
incredibly beautiful.”
Ybarra said that’s how he works with most
Brides. He listens to their ideas and works
with them to make those ideas
exceed all expectations to create a beautiful wedding.
At the end of the day, Salinas
and Ybarra say they strike
bridal gold because they treat
one another with candor and
respect each other’s opinions.
“When we work, we are careful
not to criticize, but we do often
ask one another to take a step
back and look at a hairstyle
or look at a table presentation
and ask if it really reflects the
event as a whole,” Salinas said.
“We listen to each other, and
that way of communicating
works for us. Most of all, it translates into beautiful weddings.”
Contact Josh & Co. at 361-437-8989
Contact Get Jeweled at 361-437-8599
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July 28, 2012
Corpus Christi, TX
engaged for 16 months
All photos by Bellezza Photography
Colors: Teal, plum and lime green
Ceremony & reception: Omni Corpus
Christi Bayfront Hotel, 280 guests
Rehearsal dinner: Downstairs patio
at Doc’s on the island, 45 guests
Wedding planner: Bride's sister,
Paula Ryan
Invitations: Annesgrapevine.com
Dress: Weddings by Debbie in
Katy, TX: Sottero and Midgely
Tuxes: Men's Wearhouse
Bridesmaids dresses: An Affair to
Remember: Belsoie
Rings: Casa De Oro Jewelers
Jewelry & accessories: Dillard’s and
Sam Moon
Hair & makeup: Hair: Sonny Villar-
eal at Salon Salon; makeup: Josh
Salinas from Josh & Co.
Flowers: H-E-B Blooms
Decorations: Razzle Dazzle; Floor
decal by Blue Shark Sign Company
Food: Omni Corpus Christi Bayfront
Cake: Simply Elegant by Raymond
Reception rentals: Razzle Dazzle
Photographer: Bellezza Photography
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Videographer: Big Box Pro
Entertainment: Blue Moon Enter-
tainment
First dance song: "Better Together"
(Hawaiian version) by Jack Johnson
Mother-daughter song: "Mama" by
Carrie Underwood
Mother-son song: "God Only Knows"
by The Beach Boys
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Get-away vehicle: The elevator!
Wedding night lodging: Omni Cor-
pus Christi Bayfront, Bayview Suite
Wedding favors: Photo booth pictures, Image Cinema Photo Booths
Bridal party gifts: Bridesmaids: jew-
elry and Tervis tumblers with name
and bridal party positions by Blue
Shark Sign Company; groomsmen: glass mugs etched with their
name and party position
Registry: Target and Bed, Bath &
Beyond
Honeymoon: San Antonio, Texas
The proposal:
We had dinner out with his parents.
When dinner was over, five minutes after
Lee and I arrived at our home, the doorbell rang. It was his mom, dad, brother,
my mom, sister, her husband, my nephew and a few very close family friends.
He then gave an amazing speech and
got down on one knee. If anyone knows
us, we are big on family and I wouldn’t
have had it any other way.
Favorite detail:
Bride: The ultimate was the dance floor
decal of our names and decorative
peacocks. My sister Paula and good
friend Josh at Blue Shark Sign Company
surprised us. Also, the Groom's cake. Lee
is from Chicago and I surprised him with
a cake that had a fondant Chicago hot
dog on top. Groom: The decal on the
dance floor.
Favorite moment:
Bride: The two minutes we had to ourselves immediately after the ceremony.
It was such an amazing feeling to stop,
hold each other and reflect about what
just happened. Groom: Carrying my
Bride to the elevator through a crowd
comprised of all our guests.
Biggest challenge:
Bride: After the ceremony while taking
pictures, my flower girl Kaylee yells out “I
thought you were going to have a baby
or something!” Groom: The mad
scramble to NOT catch the
garter.
If you could do one
thing over:
Bride& Groom: Visit
with guests more. The
time went by so fast
and there was always
something going on.
Advice for future
Brides or Grooms:
Bride: Take that moment
immediately after to be
alone, just the two of you. The
emotions you feel need to
be enjoyed without interruption so that you may
remember that feeling
forever. Groom: In the
end, everything will be
okay. It is not going to
be perfect no matter how hard you try.
Prepare all you can, but
just go with the flow and
enjoy it.
What marriage means to you:
Bride: Lee has seen me at my
best and at my worst and he still loves
me. He accepts my son (his name is Lee
also, pure coincidence) as his own, and
supports us in every way possible. He
pushes us to our full potential and makes
me a better person.
Groom: Amy is everything I could ever
ask for. She is a great person, a wonderful mother and my best friend. I don’t
know how I made it a day before I knew
her and I could not imagine another
day without her.
How to make your
spouse happy:
Bride: Let each other
wind down after a long
day at work before
you start asking for the
“honey do’s.” Giving
each other about 30
minutes to decompress
allows for better communication and understanding. Groom: Listen to her
when she needs to be heard,
hug her when she needs to
be loved and run like heck
when she needs to be
alone.
What you look forward to the most:
Bride: Being an “official” family. I gained
a son, Lucas, and my
son Lee gained a father.
I look forward to watching them grow and sharing
special moments as a family.
Groom: Watching our children
grow up and working as a team, and
to make sure they have plenty of support to become great young men.
Other information for couples:
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Bride: Things will go wrong, but more
than likely, you will be the only one who
notices. Focus on the most important
thing, the fact that you are marrying
your best friend, and all else will fall
into place. Groom: It is worth all of the
frustration. The planning can be very difficult, but the end result is amazing.
Bride: Planning the last month without
my sister here. Trying to plan phone calls
around different time zones is hard!
Groom: Trying to do my part…. My work
schedule didn’t allow me to be as helpful as I would have liked, but luckily we
have a lot of family and great friends
that stepped up.
Funniest/most embarrassing moment:
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Colors: Canary yellow and
canary blue
Ceremony & reception: Great Lawn
at Cinnamon Shore, 135 guests
Rehearsal dinner: Panorama Place
at Cinnamon Shore, 30 guests
Invitations: Invitations by Dawn
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Dress: An Affair to Remember:
Allure
Bridesmaids dresses: David’s Bridal
Tuxes: IslandImporters.com
April 14, 2012 • Port Aransas, TX
All photos by NYP Photography
Rings: Gordan's/BlueNile.com
Jewelry and accessories: Gordan's
Hair & makeup: Melanie Granado
and Rebecca DeLeon
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Flowers: H-E-B Blooms
Food: Romeos Catering
Cake: Corpus Christi Custom Cakes
Reception rentals: Butler Signature
Events
Photographer: NYP Photography
Entertainment: Cruise Control
First dance song: "Neon Moon"
by Brooks and Dunn
Wedding night lodging: Panorama
Place at Cinnamon Shore
Wedding favors: Fans
Registry: Bed Bath & Beyond
Honeymoon: Jamaica
everything was going to come out as
planned. Groom: Getting Ashley to not
worry about whether or not everything
was going to come out as planned.
Bride: Definitely cake time! So messy!
Groom: Being alone on the dance floor.
Neither of us can dance so everyone
watching us was a little embarrassing.
If you could do one thing over:
We worked together for a year before
we started dating.
The proposal:
Bride: The entire wedding was so
different from most weddings you go to.
From making our own decorations and
centerpieces to Christian making
the bar and the altar. It was a beautiful
wedding. Groom: It was so laid back.
Kids playing in the lawn, comfortable
clothes and the Coronita margaritas!
Biggest challenge:
Bride: The biggest challenge was the
morning of the wedding. I just worried if
Bride: Don't stress. Work on the wedding
plans together and don't let something
that didn't go right get to you. It's your
day! Groom: No one will notice if one or
two little details didn't come out just right
so don't let it ruin your day. Relax and
enjoy it because it goes by so fast!
How to make your spouse happy:
Bride: Cook and clean! Just kidding. Be
honest with him and love him unconditionally through good times and hard
times. Groom: Cook her food.
Bride: Cherish your wedding day. It's one
of the best moments in life.
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Bride: Having someone there who loves
me go through all the exciting moments
in life with me. And starting our own family. Groom: Always having the one person
I can't live without by my side.
Favorite detail:
Advice for future Brides or Grooms:
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Christian surprised me on a boat ride in
the harbor for our one year anniversary
and popped the question on the boat.
Favorite moment:
Bride: Definitely the ceremony. Walking
out of the house and onto the Great
Lawn and seeing all our friends and
family gathered around was great. And
then seeing Christian waiting for me and
how happy he looked was the best. The
ceremony went so smooth and perfect.
Groom: When we finally reached the
point of having everything ready. It was
such a relief. I remember a calm coming over me and I couldn't wait to see
Ashley walking down the aisle.
How we met:
Bride: Absolutely nothing. Groom: Hired
more people. We pulled it off but not
without lots of free help from family and
friends. I wish they could have just relaxed and enjoyed the weekend more.
March 10, 2012
Eagle Pass, TX
Photos by Eddie Hernandez
Colors: Multi-colored / Dia De Los
Muertos themed wedding
Ceremony & reception: International
Center for Trade, 300 guests
Rehearsal dinner: Holiday
Inn, 30 guests
Wedding planner:
Eclipse Events
Invitations:
Gerald Flores
Dresses:
David's Bridal
Tuxes:
Al's Formal Wear
Rings: Jared's
Hair & makeup: Santa's Hair
Salon; makeup by FACES by Roxy
Flowers & decorations:
Sugar & Spice
How we met:
Food: Rolando Martinez
We met at the CC7D Wrap Up Party
2010 at the House of Rock.
Cake: Mariela Takes D Cake
The proposal:
Reception rentals: Lighting by
Illuminating Celebrations
Photographer: Eddie Hernandez
Entertainment: Art Barrera (cocktail
hour), Mariachi Relampago (dinner) & The Rainbow International
Band (reception)
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First dance song: "I Love You for Sen-
timental Reasons" by Nat King Cole
Father-daughter song: "My Girl" by
The Temptations
Mother-son song: "In My Life" by
The Beatles
Wedding night lodging: Hampton
Inn Honeymoon Suite
Wedding favors: Custom calaveras
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by Corpus Christi artists El Siete and
Laura Duran Castillo, koozies by
Outside the Box and Mexican candy from Piedras Negras, Coahuila.
Bridal party gifts: Skinny Girl
margarita bottles, custom wine
glasses and monogrammed tote
bags for the bridesmaids. Custom
decks of cards designed by the
Groom along with Jose Cuervo
coolers for the groomsmen.
Registry: Bed, Bath & Beyond,
Target, Macy's and Kohl's
Honeymoon: Crawford, Texas and
San Antonio, Texas
Gerald is a well known magician, and
he decided to propose to Elena during
one of his magic shows… the whole
audience knew!
Favorite detail:
Bride: The Day of the Dead theme. I
lost my mother in 2008, and I wanted
to honor her and other loved ones who
are no longer with us. We had an altar
with pictures of loved ones that passed
away, along with Mexican candy. It was
the focal point of our wedding! There
was color everywhere. We had artists
from Corpus Christi construct calaveras
for us to put on all the tables. Groom:
I loved how our wedding was full of
custom artwork and pieces made by so
many different people and artists. It truly
was a magical time with loved ones
attending and those who could not attend nearby at the custom altar.
Favorite moment:
Bride: Our pastor that was marrying us
was so nervous, even more so than us!
It helped me with my nerves!
Groom: When I was tossed into the air
by her family and then had my foot
dipped in cake.
Bride: I would do it all over again! I loved
every minute of it! Groom: Share another
first kiss as husband and wife.
Bride & Groom: It really goes by so fast,
enjoy every minute of it!
Bride: Making a life-long commitment to
the someone you want to spend the rest
of your life with. I got married because
I found the one that makes my soul
and my heart happy and complete.
He is my everything! Groom: Marriage
is the ultimate partnership that you can
make with the one person you wish to
spend the rest of your life with. It is not
just a piece of paper as most say, it is a
lifelong journey.
Bride: Walking down the aisle with my
dad, and seeing Gerald there waiting
for me. Groom: Seeing my future wife
coming down the aisle and then getting
to kiss her as my wife for the first time.
Biggest challenge:
Bride: Every up and down, children, different milestones and growing old with
him. Groom: Sharing each and every
special moment together and making
amazing memories.
Bride: Organizing a wedding out of town
with a planner in a whole different city!
Groom: Keeping calm during the most
exiting time of my life.
Bride: Always listen, always be respectful, and always be supportive. Groom:
Respect each other on all levels.
*Some vendors from this wedding are not in the printed directory since they aren't local. Find them online at theoffwhitepages.com
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Colors: Peacock colors
Ceremony & reception: The Court-
yard at Gaslight Square, 275 guests
Rehearsal dinner: Solomon P. Ortiz
Center, 40 guests
Wedding planner: Bride's parents
and Josh & Co.
Invitations: Bride and her mom
Dress: Celebrations, New
Braunfels, TX; St. Patrick
Bridesmaids dresses: Nordstrom's
Tuxes: Al's Formal Wear
Hair & makeup: Josh & Co.
Flowers & decorations:
Get Jeweled Productions
Food: Diamond Point Catering
Cake: Gary Homan & Co.
Reception rentals: Get Jeweled
•
Productions; Reflections Ice Sculptures
Photographer & videographer:
D&P Photography & Videography
Entertainment: Oso Texas
First dance song: "Somebody's
Doing Me Right" by Keith Whitley
Father-daughter song: "Daddy's
Little Girl" by James Lann
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Mother-son song: "Dixie Lullaby"
by Pat Green
Get-away vehicle: Chrysler 300
Wedding night lodging: Omni
Corpus Christi Bayfront Hotel
Wedding favors: Photos from
Image Cinema Photo Booth
Bridal party gifts: Personalized
bags, bridesmaids dresses, shoes,
and hair and makeup.
Registry: Dillard's, Bed Bath & Be-
yond, Four Chicks in the Park, Cobb's
Pharmacy, and Roger's Fine Jewelers
Honeymoon: Nassau, Bahamas
May 7, 2011
Corpus Christi, TX
All photos by D&P Photography
How we met:
We met in downtown Corpus Christi
while out with friends and family.
The proposal:
Stanley Joe proposed at our home while
we were relaxing. I was very SURPRISED
and it was very special, because everyday after that when relaxing in our living
room, we remember that special moment.
About the jewelry:
Stanley Joe surprised me the night before
the wedding by having my Maid of Honor
place his wedding gift to me on my night
stand. It was a pair of diamond earrings.
I also wore a gold bracelet that has been
passed down in my family, and a pearl
bracelet from my parents.
Favorite detail:
Bride: The décor, special lighting with
personalized "P", and the ice sculpture
that served our signature drink.
Groom: The location. The event was
both inside and outside.
Favorite moment:
Bride: The special time I had
with my dad before he
walked me down the
aisle. It is a conversation and moment that
I will never forget.
Groom: Getting
together with all my
family and friends.
Bride: I loved our wedding, I honestly
would not do anything different!
Groom: Enjoy the food. The day is so busy
that you don’t get to relax and eat.
Bride: I married Stanley Joe because I
genuinely love him and he is my favorite
person to be around. Stanley Joe can
make me smile just by walking in the
room. I married my husband because he
loves me as much as I love him. Groom:
Marriage is forever, or at least it should
be. Take your time and pick the right
one. For me, Lauren was the right one.
Bride: Cook him dinner! Which is not
something that I do well, but I try.
Groom: Take her out every now and then.
Bride: I look forward to growing as a
couple, sharing experiences, memories,
and eventually starting a family.
Bride: When planning your wedding,
surround yourselves with people that are
truly happy for you and want to see you
happy. Marry someone that lights up your
world and loves you in every situation.
Bride & Groom: The Bride's brother's toast.
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Bride: Take your time planning your
wedding and get your Groom's opinion. You would be surprised on his input!
Most importantly, have a blast in every
moment (even the stressful ones). This is
your wedding day. Plan it so that it's an
expression of you as a couple.
Groom: Let your future wife plan it.
Biggest challenge:
Bride: I forgot my veil…
and realized it an hour
before the wedding!
Groom: My button on my
suit came off five minutes before
our wedding.
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Our amenities key and seating style definitions can be found on page 26.
Reception Locations . Aransas Pass
Aransas Pass Civic center . www.aransaspassciviccenter.com
(361) 758-0009 . 700 W. Wheeler Ave., Aransas Pass, TX 78336 Whether it’s for a few people or a thousand, the Aransas Pass Civic Center is customer-tailored to meet your specific needs. A divisible Grand Ballroom, convenient
meeting rooms, and a beautiful outdoor courtyard can be adapted to a multitude of events. Our facilities have state-of-the-art audio, video and lighting in all five rooms.
Room
Lighthouse Lakes
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
19'
15,375
750
960
2,064
159' x 94.4'
Roseate Spoonbill
3,390
144
330
Redfish
8,595
3,390
512
144
1,132
330
1,743
96
154
1,053
72
98
Blue Heron
Nature Trail
Speckled Trout
Songbird Courtyard
8,424
400
Mansion by the sea . www.mansionbythesea.com
(361) 717-2621 . 2100 E. Hwy. 361, Aransas Pass, TX 78336 . 6 GUEST ROOMS Waterfront private estate with wedding ceremony site on the beach. Indoor and outdoor seating. Large parking area and guest lodging.
Room
Seaside Reception Room
Deck over the water
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
12’
1,920
100
250
Theater
Dimensions
80’ x 24’
open
1,920
150
250
80’ x 24’
Reception Locations . Beeville
beeville country club
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(361) 358-2136 . #1 Country Club Dr., Beeville, TX 78102
The Beeville Country Club is a venue for all types of events, customized to suit the needs of the event host.
Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Main Dining Room
200
Veranda
120
Lawn
Theater
Dimensions
400 +
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Reception Locations . Corpus Christi
AMERICAN BANK CENTER . www.americanbankcenter.com
(361) 826-4100 . 1901 N. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78403
The American Bank Center’s Ballroom atmosphere is a blank canvas which can be turned into your dream wedding with decorations and style.
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
Watergarden
Room
13’
25,366
2,000
1,650
2,420
210’ x 180’
Watergarden A
13’
18,469
1,650
1,250
1,850
180’ x 120’
Watergarden B
13’
6,897
600
400
570
80’ x 90’
Bayview Ballroom
27’
18,330
2,000
1,527
2,000
170’ x 109’
Bayview A
27’
5,995
600
499
640
55’ x 109’
Bayview C
27’
2,862
350
238
330
54’ x 53’
Bayview Foyer
27’
7,000
750
500
736
40’ x 175’
Room 225
13’
7,020
780
448
700
118’ x 58’
Rotunda
15’
2,000
222
100
175
ArIA LOFT & Terrace . www.ariacc.com
(361) 882-8801, 326 N. Chaparral St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Aria offers a contemporary venue with a sophisticated feel. Color-changing lights make this room universal. The Loft is connected to the main room and can be used with
the main room and Terrace. The outdoor Terrace gives a birds-eye view of downtown, uptown, and the bayfront.
Room
Aria - main room
The Loft
The Terrace
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
25’
3,200
Reception
250
3,000
200
25’
open
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
150
Art center of corpus christi . www.artcentercc.org
(361) 884-6406 . 100 Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78401
The Art Center is known for Devary's Courtyard, the most romantic place to hold your special event. The Meadows Gallery is a large, open venue with local community
artist work hanging on the walls. The Bay View Room is stunning, with a 180-degree view through the huge palladium windows of downtown and Corpus Christi Bay.
The Buena Vista Room boasts a water view of the marina and bay where you can have dining, dancing and the ceremony. All amenities available.
Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
Meadows Gallery
20’
2,760
300
260
300
Bay View Room
20’
1,043
110
88
120
hexagon
Devary’s Courtyard
open
2,910
375
375
450
79’ x 104’
Buena Vista Room
9'5"
1,973
150
130
100
Art museum of south texas . www.artmuseumofsouthtexas.org
(361) 825-3500 . 1902 N. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78403 Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Miller Building
24’
4,570
350
250
250
Johnson Building
22’
4,600
350
250
250
Dimensions
The Art Museum of South Texas provides a sparkling setting that celebrates art and offers an unparalleled viewing experience of the Corpus Christi Bay. Art from our
permanent collection, as well as regional and national artists provides an incomparable setting for weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners and other special events.
Our facility can accommodate up to 600 guests and provides the opportunity to stage both the wedding and reception in one location.
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(361) 883-5111 . 300 N. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78401 . 172 GUEST ROOMS Located on the 11th floor of the hotel, the room overlooks the Corpus Christi Bay and Marina in Corpus Christi’s downtown district.
Room
Grandview Ballroom
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
9’
3,200
175
150
Theater
Dimensions
110’ x 64’
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BLUFF's landing marina and lodge . www.bluffslanding.com
(361) 937-7100 . 4242 Laguna Shores Rd., Corpus Christi, TX 78418 Outdoor beach ceremony performed under a white gazebo located on a peninsula peak along the western shore of the Laguna Madre, near Baffin Bay. Beautiful
sunsets provide romantic settings. An outdoor pavilion provides the perfect setting for a reception and dance after the ceremony.
Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Outdoor Pavilion
Reception
Banquet
Theater
150
100
200
Dimensions
BotTomless pit bbq & catering . www.bottomless-pit.com
(361) 879-0900 . 2815 Leopard St., Corpus Christi, TX 78408
Rustic country atmosphere. Large parking lot front and back. Video and audio equipment available.
Room
Entire Restaurant
Ceiling
15’
BEST WESTERN MARINA GRAND Hotel . www.marinagrandhotel.com
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
3000
170
200
200+
Dimensions
Corpus christi fire fighters association . www.corpuschristifirefighters.org
(361) 814-4437 . 6014 Ayers St., Corpus Christi, TX 78415 The Corpus Christi Fire Fighters Association Hall is ideal for weddings, engagement parties, bridal showers, graduation parties, anniversary dinners and family reunions.
Room
CCPFFA Banquet Hall
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
9’
1,400
200
175
250
41’ x 35’
Corpus Christi Museum of science and history . www.ccmuseum.com
(361) 826-4664 . 1900 N. Chaparral St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401
call for amenities
Go from elegant to casual fun, with endless possibilities for an unforgettable after hours (after 5 p.m.) event! Our dome room features a 16th century carved wood
ceiling, the perfect atmosphere for a ceremony or cake display. Huge outdoor plaza with the Columbus ships, the Pinta and Santa Maria.
Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
North Wing
Dome Room
Center Wing
Entire Museum
Outdoor Plaza
Banquet
150
70
80
400
400+
Theater
Dimensions
110
Corpus Christi police officers association . www.corpuschristipoa.net
(361) 882-2762 . 3122 Leopard St., Corpus Christi, TX 78408
Newly renovated, stylish, affordable - includes versatile outdoor patio.
Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Ruben B. Cisneros Hall
9 -11'
3,200
250
250
250
Dimensions
corpus christi town club . www.cctownclub.com
(361) 880-5777 . 800 N. Shoreline Blvd., 6th Floor, Corpus Christi, TX 78401 •
The Crystal Room has amazing views of Corpus Christi Bay and also has beautiful chandeliers and sconces. Bay Rooms have views of CC Bay, Art Museum of South
Texas, USS Lexington and Harbor Bridge.
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
Crystal Room
Room
Ceiling
2,500
250
180
250
71’ x 31’
Bay Rooms
2,100
150
100
130
76’ x 30’
the courtyard at gaslight square . www.theCourtyardEventCenter.com
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(361) 884-1399 . 1002 Santa Fe, Corpus Christi, TX 78404 A lovely tree-shaded courtyard framed by building façades is reminiscent of a European village with a raised balustraded area suitable for dancing. The “Courtyard” Is flanked
on one side by the beautiful “Gaslight” room and on the other by the warm “Plaza” room and features an enchanting illuminated stone fountain with a dancing bronze nymph.
Room
The Courtyard
Gaslight
Plaza
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
open
20’
15’
2,500
1,650
1,020
500
100
75
300
300
100
450
450
125
50’ x 33’
30’ x 34’
Theater
Dimensions
Crystal reception hall . www.crystalreceptionhall.com
(361) 852-7420 . 2033 Airline Rd., Ste. C3, Corpus Christi, TX 78412
We offer personalized "one stop shopping" with unique flair.
Room
Crystal Reception Hall
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
100-300
Banquet
EMBASSY SUITES . www.embassysuites.com
(361) 853-7899 . 4337 S. Padre Island Dr., Corpus Christi, TX 78411 . 150 GUEST ROOMS
Room
Ceiling
Atrium
Corpus Christi Ballroom
Copano Bay
Redfish Bay
Baffin Bay
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
2,504
1,176
1,328
924
150
150
70
70
50
100
100
50
50
40
175
100
110
60
fiesta gardens and wedding chapel . www.fiestagardens.weebly.com
(361) 939-8208 or 361-960-7220 . 802 Don Patricio Rd., Corpus Christi, TX 78418
Dimensions
48’
24’
24’
28’
x
x
x
x
49’
49’
49’
33’
Reception hall is located in 1.5 acre garden. Take a step inside a hidden paradise located in Corpus Christi, TX. Open-air garden chapel is perfect for the ceremony of
your dreams. We offer all-inclusive wedding packages including food, decorations, d.j., flowers and more. Wedding packages to fit every budget.
Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Reception Hall
10-18'
2,400
150
Patio and Garden
open
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
50
HOLIDAY INN CORPUS CHRISTI AIRPORT . www.ichotelsgroup.com
(361) 289-5100 . 5549 Leopard St., Corpus Christi, TX 78408 . 249 GUEST ROOMS Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
14’
14’
14’
14’
12’
6,728
2,480
1,430
1,425
646
900
300
300
100
50
600
160
100
90
40
700
175
175
150
70
116’ x 58’
43’ x 58’
26’ x 55’
25’ x 57’
19’ x 34’
HOLIDAY INN EMERALD BEACH . www.holiday-inn.com/crp-emeraldbch
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(361) 883-5731 . 1102 S. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78401 . 368 GUEST ROOMS Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
10’
2,156
150
120-150
150
79’ x 20’
HOLIDAY INN SUNSPREE RESORT . www.corpuschristibeachhotels.com
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(361) 949-8041 . 15202 Windward Dr., Corpus Christi, TX 78418 . 149 GUEST ROOMS
Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort’s banquet rooms are done in varying shades of blue.
Room
Grand Ballroom
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
10’
2,123
115
150
165
42’ x 50’
Hotel corpus christi BAYFRont . www.ccbayfront.com
(361) 882-8100 . 601 N. Water St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401 . 200 GUEST ROOMS Room
The Holiday Inn Emerald Beach is the only downtown hotel located directly on the beach. Kokomo’s bayview room offers an enclosed climate controlled setting
with a panoramic view of the bay waters off of the Gulf of Mexico for casual affairs & events.
Kokomo’s Ballroom
The Forum Ballroom
Ferrara
Florence
Venice
Naples, Palermo, Pompeii
call for amenities
call for amenities
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
Texas Ballroom
12’
10,800
1,400
1,000
1,200
140’ x 72’
Austin, Dallas, Houston, & San Antonio
12’
2,520
300
250
300
35’ x 72’
Garden Rooms
8’
1,950
180
120
150
75’ x 26’
Bluebonnet, Larkspur, Marisol
8’
650
60
40
50
25’ x 26’
La Vista
8’
3,600
175
150
175
103’ x 77’ x 20’
k space contemporary . www.kspacecontemporary.org
(361) 887-6834 . 415 Starr St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Our recently renovated spacious gallery with open floor plan can be arranged for whatever your special event requires. Works of art on the walls make the space
beautiful, even with minimal or no decoration. The original, rustic, hardwood floors lend a hint of history and nostalgia.
Room
Gallery
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
13’
1,975
200
100
150
62’ x 37’
MANSION ROYAL . www.mansionroyal.com
(361) 985-9955 . 8001 S. Padre Island Dr., Corpus Christi, TX 78412
We offer personalized "one stop shopping" with unique flair. Mansion Royal is the newest, premier, special events center in Corpus Christi.
Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Mansion + Royal Ballrooms
Mansion Ballroom
Royal Ballroom
Queen Banquet Room
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
1,200
300-500
100-250
50-70
OMNI CORPUS CHRISTI BAYFRONT TOWER . www.omnihotels.com
(361) 887-1600 . 900 N. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78401 . 474 GUEST ROOMS
The Omni Corpus Christi Hotels are ideal locations for all your wedding celebration needs, from engagement parties, bridal showers and rehearsal dinners to the
perfect wedding reception and a farewell brunch.
Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
•
CC Ballroom
16’
10,050
1,053
900
1,111
134’ x 75’
A
16’
3,225-,3525
337-68
240
350-388
44’ x 75’
B
16’
3,225-3,525
337-68
240
350-388
44’ x 75’
C
Nueces Ballroom
A
B
Laguna Madre & Aransas
Copano & Matagorda
Bayview Room
16’
16’
16’
16’
10’
10’
10’
3,225-3,525
6,260
3,130
3,130
930
455
4,700
337-68
674
326
326
100
47
420
240
460
230
230
80
40
190
350-388
711
344
344
105
50
288
44’ x 75’
58’ x 108’
58’ x 54’
58’ x 54’
19’ x 49’
19’ x 24’
Unique
OMNI CORPUS CHRISTI MARINA TOWER . www.omnihotels.com
(361) 877-1600 . 707 N. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78401 . 346 GUEST ROOMS
Room
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Texas Riviera
Riviera 1, 2, & 3
Riviera 4 & 5
Ballroom Foyer
Padre Island Ballroom
Padre Island A
Padre Island B
Padre Island C
Marina View
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
12’
12’
12’
12’
9’
9’
9’
9’
9’
4,800
1,200
600
3,000
2,060
500
580
580
2,400
513
122
61
312
105
49
61
61
251
400
96
48
544
125
66
100’ x 48’
25’ x 48’
25’ x 24’
168
40
80
80
160
233
50
55
55
200
21’
20’
20’
21’
x
x
x
x
24’
29’
29’
25’
RADISSON Hotel - CORPUS CHRISTI BEACH . www.radisson.com/corpuschristitx
(361) 883-9700 . 3200 Surfside Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78403 . 139 GUEST ROOMS
The Caribbean Ballroom has a foyer that overlooks the beach and the ocean. The Ballroom itself is decorated with a rich ambience of gold, deep greens and deep
blues. The Radisson Hotel is located on Corpus Christi Beach and is a full-service hotel, complete with an on-site banquet and catering manager and staff.
Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
Caribbean Ballroom
13.5’
3,420
350
250
300
76’ x 45’
Small Planet Gourmet delicatessen & bakery
(361) 855-1892 . 3812 S. Alameda St., #30, Corpus Christi, TX 78411
Step through the garden gate into outdoor garden elegance. On-site catering and a special event coordinator help to make your day just the way you’ve dreamed of.
Room
Garden Patio
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
open
1,500
100
50
50
26’ X 60’ X 18’
Dimensions
solomon P. Ortiz International Center . www.ortizcenter.com
(361) 879-0125 OR 800-568-8014 . 402 Harbor Dr., Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Kleberg
Aransas
San Patricio
Jim Wells
Nueces
Corpus Christi
20’
10’
20’
10’
12-20’
20’
1,405
580
975
1,150
3,140
16,555
150
30
100
150
300
2,000
80
24
48
48
160
1,000
80
40
70
70
225
1,200
SOUTH TEXAS BOTANICAL GARDENS & NATURE CENTER . www.stxbot.org
(361) 852-2100 . 8545 S. Staples St., Corpus Christi, TX 78413
The venue is a floral fantasy, your garden wedding. We do mainly outdoor weddings or receptions. We have three popular outdoor venues and a small meeting room indoors.
Room
Palapa Grande of Gator Lake
Rose Garden & Pavilion
Plaza
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
open
12’
open
600
1,200
70
100-300
100-200
60
50-300
100-200
100
100-300
200-300
50’ x 12’
30’ x 40’
30’ x 34’
(361) 881-1244 . 2710 N. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78402
Enjoy views of downtown and the harbor bridge, palm-lined brick walkways and breathtaking beach sunsets. Your guests can dine surrounded by swimming
sharks and tropical fish, or simply wander the treasures that make up the Texas State Aquarium before cutting the cake in Dolphin Bay under the watchful eyes
of our Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. Enjoy our spacious dance floor in the atrium to close out the evening.
Room
Ceiling
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
5,270
450
450
400
90’ x 56’
TRAVELODGE airport hoteL
(361) 289-5666 . 910 Corn Products Rd., Corpus Christi, TX 78409
The Trinity Ballroom is the perfect place to host memorable events - whether an elegant wedding reception, birthday party, holiday gathering, or quinceanera. Hosting
up to 200 guests; offering on-site event planner, 30 foot windows, and outdoor gazebo space.
Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Trinity Ballroom
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
200
Reception
•
Grand Ballroom
Sq. Ft.
Texas state aquarium . www.texasstateaquarium.org
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The Venue At house of rock . www.TexasHouseOfRock.com
(361) 882-7625 . 511 Starr St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401
The Venue is equipped with a full bar and houses a state of the art PA system and stage which is perfect for a DJ or a full band. Above the stage there is a retractable
video screen and projector. The Venue is located in the heart of downtown very close to a variety of hotels, restaurants and other entertainment facilities.
Room
The Venue
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
14'
2,500
100
75
150
Dimensions
VIETNAM RESTAURANT . www.www.vietnam-restaurant.com
(361) 853-2682 . 701 N. Water St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Located on the third floor, enjoy our newly redecorated ballroom with crystal chandeliers and beautiful hardwood floors. Elegant, but also very warm and charming.
Room
Crystal Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
15'
5,500
180
150
120
Dimensions
WHATABURGER FIELD . www.cchooks.com
(361) 561-4665 . 734 E Port Ave, Corpus Christi, TX 78401 The Champion Deck offers an outdoor party area on the 3rd level, ideal for a casual rehearsal dinner, and overlooks the ballpark and the Harbor Bridge. The Concorse
and field offer a beautiful view of the Harbor Bridge and the Port of Corpus Christi with an authentic atmosphere and plenty of mingling room. The Cotton Club would
be a great room for a shower or a rehearsal dinner and offers an outdoor deck and a gorgeous view. Fireworks available for all areas.
Room
Champion Deck
Concourse (2nd Level) & Field
Cotton Club
Field
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
100
140
open + 14’
open
14’
Theater
Dimensions
5000
50
500
50
500
36’ x 32’
500
Yoshi zushi
(361) 980-0748 . 5898 Everhart Rd., Corpus Christi, TX 78413 We offer Asian cuisine including a large a selection of sushi, beer, wine and sake. The entire restaurant is available for private events.
Room
Banquet Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
13’
2,300
140
140
120
40’ X 60’
Reception Locations . Kingsville
Texas A&M University Kingsville Memorial Student union . osa.tamuk.edu/eventplanning
(361) 593-4173 . 1050 W. Santa Gertrudis Ave., Kingsville, TX 78363 Vaulted ceilings in ballrooms with wood accents.
Room
Ceiling
Grand Ballrooms (A+B)
•
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
9,500
600
575
700
80’ x 120’
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
400
400
Reception Locations . Port Aransas
cinnamon shore . www.cinnamonshore.com
(361) 749-0422 . 5009 State Hwy. 361, Port Aransas, TX 78373
Luxury, gulf-front resort property featuring modern amenities and unparalleled services.
Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Great Lawn
Pool
Beach
Town Center
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100
100
400+
400+
300-400
300-400
Dune CREST BEACH RESORT AND CONFERENCE CENTER . www.dunecrest.com
The Conference Center has a three-sided veranda with panoramic views of the bay and gulf. Full kitchen available for catering staff for a “do it yourself” affair.
Room
The Conference Center
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
10'
2,100
80
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
100
70’ x 30’
Theater
Dimensions
plantation suites & conference center . www.plantationsuites.com
Will work with Bride and Groom. Condos available for wedding party.
Room
Conference Center
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
10'
1,600
60
Banquet
100
PORT ROYAL OCEAN RESORT & conference center . www.port-royal.com
(361) 749-5011 . 6317 State Hwy. 361, Port Aransas, TX 78373 . 210 GUEST ROOMS The venue includes spacious condos, an on site restaurant offering a Champagne Sunday Brunch, tennis, sand & water volleyball, dining and lagoon pool that goes on forever. Full conference facilities also make us great for wedding parties. Enjoy the tropical landscaping year round surrounding Port Royal’s pool – the biggest pool in Texas!
Room
Ceiling
Grand Ballroom
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
5,270
450
450
400
90’ x 56’
SANDCASTLE CONDOMINIUMS & CONFERENCE CENTER . www.sandcastlecondo.com
(361) 749-6201 . 800 Sandcastle Dr., Port Aransas, TX 78373 Room
Ceiling
Conference Center
Meeting Room A
Meeting Room B
call for amenities
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
3,000
1,200
1,020
200
90
70
200
90
70
250
120
80
varies
30’ x 40’
30’ x 40’
The Tarpon Inn . www.thetarponinn.com
(361) 749-5555 . 200 E. Cotter Ave., Port Aransas, TX 78373
Room
Ceiling
Courtyard
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
1,400
250
250
250
50’ x 50’
Northshore Country Club . www.northshore.cc
361-643-1546 . 801 E. Broadway St., Portland, Texas 78374
Our clubhouse features floor to ceiling windows overlooking the golf course, providing a perfect setting for special occasions. Our professional staff ensures
exceptional service, food preparation and fond memories of your fantastic event.
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
Clubhouse
18’-35’
8,550
350
350
350
varies
Portland community center . www.portlandtx.com
(361) 777-3301 . 2000 Billy G. Webb Dr., Portland, Texas 78374
Our 6000 square foot Bluff Ballroom provides a spacious location for your event. Use our full-service kitchen or hire the caterer of your choice. Linen service available.
Room
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
25’
25’
25’
6,000
4,000
2,000
375
200
120
375
200
120
450
250
150
60’ x 100’
60’ x 65’
33’ x 60’
Reception Locations . Robstown & Sandia
Knolle Farm & Ranch bed, BARN & breakfast . www.knolle.com
(361) 547-2546 . 13016 FM 70, Sandia, TX 78383
Upscale guest ranch and B&B on ten acres, 30 minutes west of Corpus Christi. Great for outdoor weddings. Can accommodate 600+ guests. Full-service.
Room
Chapel + Lawn
Event Room + Covered Patio
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
1,600 + 1,000
85 + 40
85 + 40
40 + unlimited
85 + 40
Dimensions
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Bluff Ballroom
Indian Point Ballroom
Sunset Ballroom
Ceiling
•
Room
Reception Locations . Portland
Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds . www.rmbfairgrounds.com
(361) 387-9000 . 1213 Terry Shamsie Blvd., Robstown, TX 78380 Our Grand Ballroom can be divided into two areas: one for your ceremony and one for your reception. The venue is centrally located in Nueces County, convenient to
the international airport and hotels.
Room
Grand Ballroom
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
24’
19,200
2,100
1,600
2,200
200’ x 64’
Reception Locations . Rockport & Fulton
Paws and Taws Convention Center . www.pawsandtaws.com
(361) 729-2388 . 402 N. Fulton Beach Rd., Fulton, TX 78358
Set right on Aransas Bay adjacent to Fulton Park and Fulton Pier with scenic views of the sparkling bay and Fulton Harbor. The site includes a 1,488 square foot covered
back deck. A wonderful setting for any occasion. The main room features a wood floor, ideal for dancing.
Room
Convention Center
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
11’
7,608
400
400
450
55’ x 76’
Rockport beach Pavilions . www.rockportbeach-texas.com
(361) 729-6661 . 511 Seabreeze Dr. (Beachfront) 800 Seabreeze Dr. (Blue Wave) 810 Seabreeze Dr. (Saltwater), Rockport, TX 78382
Beachfront Pavilion: Veranda overlooking the beach and Aransas Bay, windows on the opposite side overlooking Little Bay. Beautiful views. Kitchen equipped with
two refrigerator/freezers, microwave and serving window. Blue Wave Open Air Pavilion: Outdoor gazebo with beautiful views of Aransas Bay. Located in close proximity
to a crossover bridge to the beach. Saltwater Pavilion: Wall of windows overlooking the saltwater pool. Beautiful views. Kitchen equipped with one refrigerator/
freezer, one microwave, two warmers and a serving window.
Room
Ceiling
Beachfront Pavilion
Blue Wave Open Air Pavilion
Saltwater Pavilion
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
1,000
100
85
100
400
50
50
50
3,800
250
200
200
Dimensions
•
Reception Locations . Sinton, San Patricio & Mathis
The Ranch at san patricio . www.ranchatsanpatricio.com
(210) 834-0159 . 20489 County Rd. 1740, Mathis, TX 78368 . 6 GUEST ROOMS
Get married or renew your vows in our outdoor Chapel. 88 acres of priceless backdrops. Bed and Breakfast on site. 30 minutes from Corpus Christi.
Room
Event Center
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
18'
5,300
300
1,400
150
Semi-covered cocktail area
Banquet
Theater
Dimensions
60' x 90'
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san patricio county fairgrounds . www.sanpatriciocountyfairgrounds.com
(361) 364-9580 . 219 W. 5th St., Sinton, TX 78387
Our location is a beautiful, contemporary building with architectural details, tall ceilings, lots of light and a state-of-the-art audio/visual sound system.
Room
Civic Center
Ceiling
Sq. Ft.
Reception
Banquet
Theater
24'
9,620
880
600
900
Dimensions
AMENITIES KEY
Patio/Deck Area
In-House Catering
Valet Parking
Guest Lodging
Outdoor Facility
Private Catering Allowed
Wheelchair Accessible
Private Dressing Room
Dance Floor
In-House Liquor
Private Liquor Allowed
Wedding Consultant
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Third Coast Photo
by Omar Lopez
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Third Coast Photo
•
The walkway of the Georgialike plantation curves around
terracotta planters full of blossoming beach flora and potted
palms. Native, flowering Oleander bushes border the building,
while a few feet away, rippling
waves gently lap the shore and
the wooden pillars of a long pier.
The air smells like the perfect
combination of the sea and sunscreen: calm, easy relaxation.
The owners of Mansion by The
Sea – who have asked to remain
anonymous – built the home five
years ago. The home sits in the
center of Redfish Bay, thought
to be the premiere Redfish destination in the country. Fears
by locals that boat propellers
would destroy the ecosystem of
the calm waters scrapped plans
for a sail-and-dock eatery, so a
smaller restaurant opened instead. After a few years, dreams
of a bed and breakfast inspired
the owners to close the restaurant and repurpose the estate.
The idea of a grand wedding
venue was born.
“Starting out, I really had no
experience doing this whatsoever,” the owner says with a
nervous laugh. “I just knew that
we had something here, and
that a wedding would be very
beautiful here. When I started,
I told myself that if I had one
wedding a month I would be
very happy.”
Third Coast Photo
rom South East Texas Highway
361, the Mansion By The Sea
three-story wedding venue sits
almost unnoticed. Going between Port Aransas and Aransas Pass, the causeway is a
means to an end: beachgoers
and fishermen have their sights
set on the ferry. For homebound
vacationers: the stretch of road
is the last that sees the water
on both sides. But hidden from
view is possibly the best wedding venue on the Gulf Coast,
a gorgeous pearl nestled in the
oyster of South Texas beaches,
surfing, fishing, sailing and pure
Third Coast living.
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With little traditional advertising,
or experience hosting weddings;
through The One, a web presence and word of mouth only,
Mansion By The Sea is nearly
booked for the remainder of this
year. The summer months of 2013
are already reserved and paid.
Touring the grounds of Mansion
By The Sea, it’s easy to understand why.
The first floor expansive deck
features a stage and built in
dining tables. Lighted pillars at
each table create ambiance.
The railings of the deck overlook the shallow waters of the
bay. The water is crystal clear.
Not a normal sight in South
Texas waters, Redfish Bay’s
proximity to other bays and the
Through another door are six hotel
suites, each customer appointed
with a full bathroom. A king-sized
Honeymoon Suite features a
touch of Tahitian décor.
Third Coast Photo
The views are astounding. The
privacy is incredible. And the
hosts, the owners who live on the
property’s third floor, are friendly
and “very invisible” during weddings, they say.
“We want our guests and Brides
to be comfortable. This is our
home, first and foremost, so we
want them to feel as comfortable as we do,” the owner said.
“We pride ourselves on discretion
and privacy and offering a beautiful, well-maintained space for a
Bride’s special day. We hope we
offer everything she would need
to make it perfect.”
Perfection achieved.
Mansion by the Sea is located at
2100 South East State Hwy 361,
on the Port Aransas Causeway in
Aransas Pass, TX, 78336. Visit them
online at www.mansionbythesea.
com, email info@mansionbythe
sea.com or call 361-717-2621.
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The Great Room boasts sweeping
views of the bay through fourteenfoot windows. The view of a lighthouse miles away exudes charm.
Along the back wall of the room
is a gourmet kitchen with double
ovens, just the right space for an
intimate wedding party dinner or
family breakfast the morning after.
If guests want silence and privacy, a cement wall built through
the center of the venue make
it impossible for the back of the
venue, where the hotel suites
are located, to hear what is
happening on the party side.
Off the beach, a staircase leads
up to a second floor terrace with
a fountain for cocktails. Through
a door sit more beautiful surprises: The Great Room, a gourmet
kitchen and private hotel suites.
Logistically, garage doors on
the first floor at the back of the
venue make it easy for caterers
to load in and load out. Barbecue smokers, warming ovens
and coolers make any wedding
feast possible. Concert grade
speakers hang suspended from
the third floor of the building. The
music playing can be heard from
both floors to the pier across the
water with clarity and without
harshness or blaring distortion.
The same music can be pumped
through the guest rooms.
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On the beach, a room of the
house serves as a bar, complete
with a pass through counter and
barbecue grill. Coolers keep
champagne and lemonade
chilled here as well.
What makes the venue so unique
and unparalleled on the Gulf
Coast is the thoughtful design of
the property. Guests can attend
a wedding and proceed to the
reception without getting lost or
hungry because they stay in the
same location. On that same
note, the venue offers multiple
spaces for different parts of a
wedding, all feeling different and
special: the wedding space, the
cocktail hour space, the dinner
space and the dancing space.
Weddings are performed on a
private beach. For a step beyond
a beach wedding, a small platform rises off the sand and hovers above the water. A recent
wedding was performed under
a bamboo arch with a curtain of
fresh seashells hung by strings of
monofilament.
courtesy Mansion by the Sea
The first floor also features an indoor space with a wall of glass
garage doors that open to the
deck. Inside offers another bar
with coolers, a stage, and an
iPad jukebox with more than
30,000 songs and an LED light
installation that can be custom
programmed. At night, from the
deck and the pier, the venue
can be pink, purple, blue, green,
gold… whatever the Bride wishes.
Third Coast Photo
A long fishing pier stretches into
the water. At the end, a small hut
with a wet bar sits ready for a late
night fishing party. One Groom
took his tribe of men to change
into board shirts just minutes after
the “I Do.” They fished the entire
wedding reception.
Packery Channel offers a consistent flush of water across the
shore. No cloudy surf here: Diners can see hermit crabs walking
along the sea floor or sand dollars
waiting to be chosen.
Our Story:
Apo and I met in 2008 briefly in Istanbul and
became friends. While I lived in the U.S. and he
lived in Turkey and then in Australia, we kept
in touch. We knew we had to see each other
again before we could really know if there was
anything there between us so we decided to
meet again in Istanbul in December 2009. After
our time in Turkey, he went back to Australia
and I went back to Chicago. We worked on
trying to get a visa for Apo to come to the U.S.
and it came through a year later. He came
to Chicago in December of 2010 and we’ve
been together ever since.
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McAllen, TX, March 26, 2011
Diyarbakir, Turkey, September 17, 2011
All photos by Anahi Navarro
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McAllen, TX:
Our favorite detail to our wedding in Texas
was our surprise dance. We practiced a
choreographed paso doble to the song
“Malaguena Salerosa” by Del Castillo for
about 10 to 11 weeks before the wedding.
Everyone roared with excitement.
The performances were another favorite.
I wanted a performance from a Mexican
Ballet Folklorico group. Then when I started
planning my wedding to a Turkish man,
I decided that I still wanted that dream,
but now I also wanted a performance
from a Turkish Folkloric group. The Mexican
Folklorico group was a dance troupe from
the University of Texas Pan-American and
the Turkish group was the American Turkish
Association “ATA” Folk Dance Group from
Houston.
In Texas we had a traditional Turkish
meal for the main course. Along with
the wedding cake, we had traditional
Mexican wedding cookies and my
husband’s favorite Turkish desert, kunefe.
Also, along with Tejano and pop music
Diyarbakir, Turkey:
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I got married because I wanted to make
a spiritual commitment to Apo. I wanted
my family and friends to witness that I was
committing my life and love to Apo in front
of God. We may not have been in a church
or any other religious building when we got
married but it didn’t matter. We made our
marriage promises to God and I know God
was there. Apo says, “I got married because
I found my destiny, the girl I’m supposed to
be with.”
The night before the wedding, there is a
traditional “Henna Night” for the women
and Bride. I wore the traditional red and
elaborate clothing for the henna night. It
In Turkey, one of our favorite details was
showing the video of our Texas ceremony for
the guests. It was important to us that they
get a small feeling of Apo getting married
in Texas. In addition, I wanted to “walk in” to
mariachis like at the weddings I’m used to,
so they played mariachis playing “Jalisco”
over the speakers with music from my iPod.
Also, something that was important to me
was a long piece of Spanish lace I bought
many years before. In 2008, my mother and I
traveled the south of Spain and I purchased
a wedding “mantilla” for my wedding one
day. Going to Turkey, I didn’t know I was going
to use it but I got my chance. Traditionally,
the Groom goes to the house of the Bride
and picks her up to take her to the wedding
ceremony. At that time, the Bride is supposed
to cover her head and face with the same
red veil used the night before from the henna
night. I didn’t know I was supposed to do that
until they started pulling the veil out to put it
on me. I told Apo I wanted to use my Spanish
veil and it looked beautiful.
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Another challenge about having a wedding in
Turkey while living in the U.S. was doing some of
the preparation for the wedding. Apo’s family
and friends made it easier by handling most
of the wedding plans. The preparation that
I had to make was done in Turkey, choosing
the Henna Night outfit and getting my hair
and makeup the way I wanted. When I was
taken to the salon Apo and his sister chose, it
was difficult to talk with the ladies that worked
there after Apo left. Thankfully, I had a good
friend of mine from Istanbul there with me.
Apparently my hair style and makeup choice
was too subdued for their tastes. They kept
wanting to make my hair bigger and wanting
to put glitter in my hair. I had to tell them I didn’t
want all that and just wanted a red rose that I
had brought with me in my hair. Everyone was
very nice and passed no judgment with the
choices I made for myself.
started with the
women gathering
to sing and dance.
After a while, Apo
came
back
to
the house and we
entered the living room
together. I held his arm
and I had a red veil over my
head and face. The lights in the room were
off and there were candles. They sat us in
the middle while everyone walked around
us singing and holding candles. Traditionally,
an unmarried friend is to put a small amount
of henna on the palm of my right hand and
I am to close my hand and keep it like that
until the next morning. Thankfully, one of my
female, single, Turkish friends flew in from
Istanbul to be at the wedding and put the
henna in my hand. One of Apo’s cousins
smeared henna on one side of his right hand.
They each put a thin red glove around the
hand with the henna. We were supposed to
leave it like that until the next day.
For the wedding in Turkey, the biggest
challenge for me was being able to control
the few things that were important to me
for the celebration. His family was planning
the wedding so I left the decisions to them.
In addition, weddings are seen differently in
Turkey. The wedding is seen as just a ceremony
that needs to be done in order to start living
your life as a married couple. Engagements
don’t last more than a few months and
weddings and wedding celebrations happen
almost every day of the week.
for dancing, we had traditional Turkish
and Kurdish music for the guests to dance
to. We decided we wanted more Turkish
people to come as guests to our wedding
so we invited the Turkish Folk Group to stay
and enjoy the wedding, but we also came
in contact with the small, yet thriving Turkish
community in McAllen. So we invited
them, all of them, to our wedding. Some
of them I had not even met before but
they were all welcomed. Now that we are
living in McAllen, we have good friends
who were at our wedding before we
even knew them. We were able to
share our special moment with
them before they became our
good friends and we appreciate
them for welcoming
Apo and me
into their
community.
Sixteen to Nine Months
Eight Months
Seven to Six Months
Contact a designer about your
wedding invitations
Book rehearsal and
rehearsal dinner venue
Hire a calligrapher, if needed
Check on printing of
wedding invitations.
Start a wedding folder
Book the photographer
Work out the budget
Book the entertainment
Select your wedding party
Book the videographer
Settle on a head count
Register for gifts
Shop for bridesmaid’s dresses
Hire a planner, if desired
Purchase a dress
Meet with officiant
Book the date and venues
Start meeting caterers
Send save-the-date cards
Reserve a block of hotel rooms
for your guests
Reserve structural and electrical
necessities
Book the officiant
Research florists, bands,
photographers and caterers
Start a master contact list
Throw an engagement party
Launch a wedding web site
Contact a graphic designer
about save-the-date cards
Contact a designer about a
wedding web site
Three Months
Finalize the menu and flowers
Two Months
Five to Four Months
Plan your honeymoon
Book a florist
Book transportation
Order the cake(s)
Purchase shoes and start
dress fitting
Schedule hair and makeup
appointments
Choose songs
Plan welcome baskets
Start composing a wedding
day timeline
One Month
Week Of
•
Discuss locations and shots with
the photographer
Phone invitees who haven’t
responded
Create a toast makers’ list
Review play list with the band
or the DJ
Get marriage license
Delegate small wedding day
tasks to friends and family
Finalize readings
Mail rehearsal dinner invites
Send final time line to bridal party
Send invitations
Purchase the rings
Have final dress fitting
Talk to your designer about
creating ceremony programs
Make arrangements to pick up
dress or have it dropped off
Order favors, if desired
Finalize order of the ceremony
and reception
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Talk to your designer about
printing table numbers, place
cards and menus
Purchase undergarments and visit
dressmaker for 2nd fitting
Have your designer create the
rehearsal dinner invites
Stock the bar
Send out as many final payments
as you can
Reconfirm vendor arrival times
Supply photographer with a
photo request list (see pg. 33)
Set aside checks for vendors
Touch base with vendors
Confirm times for hair, makeup
and vendors
Submit wedding announcement
to The One and the newspaper
Make seating chart
Send guest count to caterer
Purchase bridal party gifts
Break in shoes
Write vows, if necessary
Assemble welcome baskets
Get hair cut and dyed, if needed
Pack for honeymoon
Enjoy bachelorette party
Enjoy spa treatment
Contact The One and submit your engagement or wedding announcement. See pg. 2 for details. Deadline for the next issue is November 2nd.
Make sure you get all the photos you expect with this handy check list to review with your photographer.
However, keep in mind that some of the best photos you might get are not on this list.
Give your photographer freedom to be creative while communicating expectations about style and must-have shots.
Getting Ready
The Ceremony
Before the Reception
Bride getting hair and makeup
Exterior and interior shots of the site
Bride and Groom together
Bride’s gown by itself
Groom walking with his mother
Bride with her mother
Still-life shots of the Bride’s shoes,
jewelry, something old, something new,
something borrowed, etc.
Close-up of Groom waiting for the Bride
Bride with her father
Detailed shots of the bouquets
Bridal party down the aisle
Grandparents down the aisle
The bridesmaids getting ready
Bride with her escort before walking
down the aisle
Mother zipping up Bride’s dress
Close-up of Bride during her entrance
Mother helping with the veil
Bride walking down the aisle
Full-length shot of the Bride
Groom’s reaction to Bride
Bridesmaids with the Bride
Bride’s escort giving her away
Father seeing the Bride in gown
Bride and Groom at the altar
Bride with her family
Both sets of parents
Groom getting ready with his father
and groomsmen
Wide shot of the altar
Close-up shot of the rings
Close-up of giving vows
Groom with his family
Close-up of exchange of rings
Groom with the Best Man
The Kiss
Groom with his groomsmen
Close-up of the newlyweds
immediately after the ceremony
Groom with his mother
Groom with his father
Groom with both parents
Groom with his entire immediate family
Bride and Groom with Bride’s family
Bride and Groom with Groom’s family
Candle lighting, the readings
Bride and Groom leaving
Bride and Groom with immediate
family members from both sides
Bride and Groom with bridesmaids
Bride and Groom with groomsmen
Bride and Groom with flower girl
and ring bearer
Bride, Groom & the wedding party
The Reception
Groom and his mother dancing
Still-life shots of place cards, menus, centerpieces,
favors, decorations, table settings, etc.
Wedding party dancing
The cake
Hors d’oeuvres and specialty drinks
Guests arriving and signing the guest book
Bride and Groom arriving
Parents and grandparents dancing
Musicians, DJ and/or entertainers performing
Guests dancing
Close-up portrait shots of guests & family
Bride and Groom with the wedding party
Bride and Groom cutting the cake
Close-ups of friends and family making toasts
Bouquet toss
Bride and Groom speaking with guests
Garter toss
Bride and Groom’s first dance
Newlyweds’ vehicle
Bride and her father dancing
Bride and Groom leaving the reception
Don’t forget to check out all of the wonderful local photographers listed in our Off-White Pages and now online. www.theoffwhitepages.com.
After your wedding, submit your photos and story to be considered for a wedding spotlight! Visit www.theonebrideguide.com for more info.
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Exterior and interior shots of the reception site before the
guests arrive
The couple with guests
Bride and Groom with both sets of
parents together
•
Bride and Groom separately making
their way to ceremony
Bride with her entire immediate family
Groomsmen putting on boutonnieres
Bride with both parents
We've expanded our budget to be more comprehensive, considering all
of the little details you might want to include in your wedding. Spending trends and percentages come directly from surveys and the most
current research, courtesy TheWeddingReport.com.
Budgeted Vendor
Amount
Estimate
Attire & Accessories (5 percent)
Budgeted Vendor
Amount
Estimate
Invitations & Stationery (2 percent)
Expenses
Expenses
Bride accessories
Ceremony programs
Groom accessories
Guest book
Tuxedo
Invitations & reply cards
Veil
Postage
Wedding dress
Reception menus
Wedding dress preservation
Save the date cards
Miscellaneous
Beauty, Health & Spa (2 percent)
Diet, weight loss, gym
Facial
Table or place cards
Thank you cards
Miscellaneous
Jewelry (14 percent)
Earrings, necklace, etc.
Hair removal
Engagement ring
Hair service
Wedding band for Bride
Makeup service
Manicure & pedicure
Massage
Wedding band for Groom
Miscellaneous
Photography & Videography (8 percent)
Teeth whitening
Photographer
Miscellaneous
Videographer
Entertainment (7 percent)
Miscellaneous
Band, DJ, entertainment
Planning (10 percent)
Ceremony musicians
Binder, books, magazines, etc.
Cocktail hour musicians
Day-of coordinator
Dance lessons
Wedding fairs & events
Miscellaneous
Wedding planner
•
Flowers & Decorations (6 percent)
Miscellaneous
Transportation (3 percent)
Boutonnieres, corsages
Bridal bouquet
Limo rental
Bridesmaid bouquets
Travel for guests
Ceremony decorations
Ceremony arrangements
Flower girl flowers
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Flower petals
Reception decorations
Reception flowers
Reception centerpieces
Miscellaneous
Gifts & Favors (3 percent)
Miscellaneous
Venue & Catering (40 percent)
Ceremony accessories
Ceremony location
Ceremony officiator
Reception accessories
Reception bar service
Reception food service
Reception location
Reception rentals
Gifts for attendants
Rehearsal dinner
Gifts for parents
Tips
Gifts for the Bride
Wedding cake/dessert
Gifts for the Groom
Wedding night hotel room
Wedding favors
Miscellaneous
Key items for every room in your home!
Note from The One:
Registering for wedding gifts is a
necessary evil in wedding planning,
but it doesn’t have to be a nightmare.
Keep a good attitude, be patient,
and make sure to pick items you can
live with for a long while. And guys,
don’t ask WHY you need four different types of spoons. You never
know when a spoon shortage is going
to happen! But seriously, registering is a good thing. Your friends and
family are provided with a list of gift
items you actually want, instead of
playing the guessing game about what
in the world you might need for your
new kitchen. Register for more than
you think you’ll need and make sure
you have lots of affordable items for
all ranges of income levels. Keep this
list handy while you are shopping and
don’t get overwhelmed. Remember,
you can always return things if you
change your mind!
For the Bathroom
(one 5-piece place setting usually includes:
dinner plate, salad plate, bread and butter plate,
cup and saucer)
8 to 12 drinking glasses
8 to 12 wine glasses
8 to 12 mugs
8 to 12 sets of silverware
8 to 12 steak knives
1 teapot
1 set of serving utensils
1 large salad bowl and servers
8 to 12 cloth napkins
8 to 12 napkin rings
8 to 12 place mats
2 table cloths
1 set of salt and pepper shakers
1 set of serving dishes or bowls
2 serving platters
Miscellaneous
2 22-inch wheeled upright suitcases
2 26-inch wheeled upright suitcases
2 50-inch wheeled garment bags
2 small duffels
2 large duffels
2 to 4 vases
2 to 4 decorative bowls
2 to 4 serving trays
2 to 6 candlesticks
4 to 10 picture frames
1 big wish item
4 to 6 bath towels
4 to 6 hand towels
4 to 6 wash cloths
1 bath sheet
1 bath mat
2 bath robes
1 shower curtain and liner
1 wastebasket
1 hamper
1 toothbrush holder
1 soap dish
Formal and casual (everyday) sets of:
8 to 12 place settings
•
1 mattress pad
2 to 4 pillows
2 sets of pillow shams
2 sets of pillow cases
2 sets of flat sheets
2 sets of fitted sheets
1 bed skirt
1 winter duvet or comforter
1 summer duvet
1 duvet cover
2 throw blankets
1 standing mixer
1 food processor
1 toaster
1 blender
1 coffee maker
1 knife set
2 10-12 inch skillets
1 cutting board
1 2-quart saucepan
1 6-quart stock pot
2 multipurpose pots
1 Dutch oven
1 set of measuring spoons
1 set of mixing bowls
1 salt shaker and 1 pepper grinder
2 serving spoons
2 wooden spoons
1 whisk
2 baking sheets
1 round cake pan
2 oven mitts
For the Dinning Room
For the Bedroom
For the Kitchen
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The One Show Ad Here
by Aubrey Winston
“It all started
when two people
fell in love."
This is a well-known saying but I think about
it in a different way. When a couple comes
in to see me about having a reception, I
know they’re in the process of continuing
the love with their wedding vendors. They
are searching to fall in love with those
professionals that will make their wedding
what they’ve always dreamed of. Searching for florists, decorators, and bakers is a
time consuming and information loaded
process but it’s so rewarding when you find
your perfect match in a vendor.
I love that moment when I connect with a
Bride and know that planning her wedding
will be an enjoyable time for both of us.
Knowing that she trusts me to do the job that
I love is a dream come true to any vendor.
Being at a venue, I work with an assortment
of wedding professionals each week. Any
one of them will tell you that there are so
many sweet, lovely, and easygoing clients
but they will also tell you that there are a
few rough ones. Each vendor is searching for
trust and belief in their work from every person they work with. It’s difficult to desire to
give your all to a Bride when nothing makes
her happy. If a client comes to me requesting extreme discounts or special treatment
from the beginning, I know that they will continue to push the limit until the end.
•
My advice to each Bride, Groom, mother of
the Bride, and family member is to trust that
you’ve chosen the right person for each
job. You did your research and booked
who you thought was best. Don’t ask that
each vendor overly discount things for you.
Value them and their product or service
as they are professionals and will produce
great things for you.
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Secondly, know that each vendor is working with many other Brides at the same time
as you. We talk to 20+ people a day and
have so much information flowing through
our heads. Don’t be offended if we don’t
immediately recognize you by only your first
name when you call. We will get there, you
just have to give us a little reminder and we
will be completely focused on you.
We know that you have tons of ideas for
your wedding and have pictured it in your
head for years. Many Brides these days are
really big into the new and unique ideas of
Pinterest and Etsy. We as vendors are also
into these new ideas. Many decorators and
bakers are into Pinterest while caterers are
researching what innovative food is exciting
and different to serve at weddings. Don’t
be afraid to ask us what we think. We see
weddings every week and have so many
fresh ideas we could show you. I frequently ask that Brides talk to their vendors and
combine the ideas they have from magazines and online with their vendor’s years
of experience and novel ideas from industry trade shows.
As you plan your wedding, consider my advice when working
with your chosen vendors. We are so happy
to be part of your big day. We will strive to
make it as perfect for you as we can and we
thank you for believing in us and trusting us to
do what we do best.
For more info, contact Aubrey at 361-879-0125
The
ne
A Wedding and Marriage Conference
Sunday • January 6th, 2013 • 11am to 5pm • Solomon Ortiz Center
Save money - buy your ticket early!
Go to theoneinsideout.eventbrite.com
to sign up for Early Bird Registration
Registration includes: Wedding Planning toolkit
and gift bag (for first 300) plus access to all of the
workshops, the vendor expo and fashion shows.
Track new vendors & updates on facebook
at facebook.com/theonebrideguide
Vendors, find registration forms online at
www.theonebrideguide.com/events/insideout
The One Inside Out conference is different than any
wedding fair you’ve been to in the Coastal Bend. Once
you get there, you won’t want to leave!
The conference features:
• Tons of valuable wedding, marriage and lifestyle
workshops all day including panel discussions
• 3 huge fashion shows by Julian Gold & Dr. Rockstar
• Demonstrations
• Vendor expo
• A special grooms lounge with signature drink tasting
by Republic Distributing plus a cigar bar and more
VISIT WITH OUR FEATURED VENDORS:
BOURBON STREET CANDY CO., BUTLER SIGNATURE EVENTS, D&P PHOTOGRAPHY, GRANOLA TECH PHOTO & VIDEO, FILM & STORY,
LA DE DA EVENTS, MANSION BY THE SEA, MESMERIZING PHOTOGRAPHY, RENTAL WORLD, ROCKPORT BEACH PAVILIONS AND MORE!
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SPONSORED BY:
For more info
contact The One
at 361-887-5054 or
[email protected]
•
Plan Your Wedding.
Plan Your Life.
The entire Ortiz Center will be utilized for this event.
Don’t miss out on the first and most unique wedding
& marriage event ever!
By Adam Farrell M.S., CSCS
T
he Holidays can be a fun, but sometimes
stressful time of year, especially if you are
planning a wedding. There are lots of parties, lots
of candy, and lots and lots of food.
What isn’t so fun is the body fat we can gain during the holidays. Usually, little thought is given
to the repercussions of “enjoying” ourselves during the holidays until the New Year rolls around.
By that point the damage is done. But it doesn’t
have to be that way.
Below are a few tips to keep you from sabotaging
the hard work you have put in this year to keep
you lean, strong, and fit.
•
Eat More Turkey
Turkey is made up of mostly protein. Protein is the
sole macronutrient responsible for building and
repairing your body’s tissue stores (fat and carbs
simply provide energy). More specifically, regular
protein intake is vital in accelerating the repair of
muscle damage from high-intensity activities like
strength training and cardio interval training. In
addition, adequate protein intake every two to four
hours is essential in maintaining your current levels
of lean muscle mass. This is important because the
more muscle you have, the larger your metabolic
engine, thus the more calories (and fat) you burn
on a daily basis since muscle tissue requires a lot of
energy to sustain itself. Protein is also the least likely macronutrient to be stored as body fat and the
mere act of digesting protein requires more than
double the energy to digest than carbohydrates and
dietary fats. Other sources of protein include fish,
chicken, pork, and lean cuts of meat.
Pass On the Casseroles
Casseroles can derail any fit person's nutrition
strategy. Casseroles get their rich flavors from
fat-laden creams and butters which contain large
amounts of calories from fats. Some casseroles will
contain healthy vegetables, but the amount of fat
per serving usually out “weighs” the benefits.
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Limit Your Candy and Desserts
Desserts and candy are a tradition in most households during the holidays but if you want to keep
the figure you have worked so hard for the past few
months, you will want to skip the high sugar and
potentially high fat savory desserts. If you can skip
one type of dessert, skip the ones with crusts. Crusts
add fat and sometimes trans-fats to an already
sugar-laden treat. Plus, portion control usually goes
out the window with desserts. Upon finishing the
meal, throw the dessert out. If it is in the house,
you or someone else will eventually eat it.
Consume Less Spirits
Alcoholic beverages can negatively impact anyone’s
goals to a lean, trim body. Alcohol adds empty
calories to your nutrition. These are calories that
don’t make you full like food can but they are calories none the less. Also, when drinking alcohol you
may not make the same food choices as when you
are not drinking which can negatively impact your
goals to stay lean over the holiday season.
Create a Quick Workout Anywhere
Try to get a good workout in before your holiday
feast. If you don’t have time for a workout and still
need to burn some calories fast try 60-90 seconds
of air-squats before your holiday meal and 60-90
seconds of air-squats 90-minutes after your meal.
In Tim Ferris’s book The 4-Hour Body he explains
how just 280 seconds of intense exercise can be
almost as effective at disrupting your metabolism
as 6 hours of long, slow, boring cardio. Who has
6 hours a day for cardio? In less than 5 minutes of
movement you can deplete muscle glycogen stores
in your muscle tissue so your body can use your
holiday dinner as fuel instead of storing it as fat.
An idea might be to excuse yourself just before
dinner at your future in-laws house, go to the restroom and do 60-90 seconds of air-squats. (You
can stop laughing now. Consider it a challenge.)
Be sure not to make any groaning or grunting
noises while doing your squats. You don’t need
that kind of attention from your future family.
90-seconds may not sound like that long of a
time, but once you get to 45-seconds your legs
are going to be feeling it.
A better idea may be to get the whole family
involved. Before the bird and trimmings are served,
get everyone around the table or in an open room
and perform 60-90 seconds of air-squats.
Be sure to designate a time keeper. Air-squats
could become a fun new family tradition. Make
sure everyone is healthy enough to participate.
Follow up with another round of air-squats about
90-minutes after you put your fork down. The
additional 90-seconds will remove the sugar that
is in your blood from your meal and help push it
into your muscles to use as fuel.
My hope is that these tips will help you keep
your body lean during the holidays. If your body
isn’t as lean as you would like, try implementing
these tips to help you get started.
Adam Farrell M.S. CSCS
Owner Pinnacle Performance and Fitness
www.BePinnacleFit.com
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Check out
The Off-White
Pages ONLINE!
Now completely
searchable
www.theoffwhite
pages.com
The most complete listing of local wedding vendors available!
Welcome to The Off-White Pages, a directory of businesses and individuals in the Coastal Bend offering products and services to couples
getting married. It’s FREE to be listed in the Off-White Pages so Brides can be sure to find what they are looking for ($25 per issue for each additional category listing). If your business offers wedding products or services and you are not listed here, give us a call and we’ll make sure you get added
to the next issue. We hope this valuable resource helps all Brides with their wedding preparations. Email [email protected] for more info.
Accommodations
Pelican Bay Resort
4206 Hwy. 35 N.
Fulton
361-729-7177
AAA Village Inn
503 N. Austin St.
Rockport
361-729-6370
Plantation Suites &
Conference Center
1909 Hwy. 361
Port Aransas
361-749-3866
Alister Square Inn
122 S. Alister St.
Port Aransas
361-749-3000
Port royal Ocean resort
& Conference center
6317 HWY. 361
Port aransas
361-749-5011
Best Western Inn
By The Bay
3902 Hwy. 35 N.
Fulton
877-574-2464
Radisson Hotel corpus christi beach
3200 Surfside blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-883-9700
Best Western Marina
Grand Hotel
300 N. Shoreline
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-696-7839
Red Roof Inn
3030 Buffalo St.,
I-37
Corpus Christi
361-888-7663
Best Western Naval
Station Inn
2025 HWY. 361
Ingleside
361-776-2767
sandcastle condos &
conference center
800 sandcastle
dr.
Port aransas
361-749-1974
www.starkey
properties.com
Port aransas
888-951-6381
Best Western
Northshore Inn
1707 N. HWY. 181
Portland
361-777-3100
Starkey properties luxury beach homes
Candlewood Suites
Corpus Christi - Spid
5014 Crosstown
ExPWy.
Corpus Christi
361-853-3413
Staybridge suites
5201 Oakhurst Dr.
Corpus Christi
888-299-2208
cinnamon shore
www.cinnamon
shore.com
Port Aransas
888-893-0656
Super 8 Motel Bayfront
411 N. Shoreline
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-884-4815
Comfort Inn
2800 Hwy. 361
Ingleside
361-775-2700
the tortuga club
www.thetortuga
club.com
rockport
830-556-7330
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-289-5666
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-883-9200
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Drifters Resort
4401 Hwy. 35 S.
Rockport
361-727-9105
Travelodge
910 Corn
Products Rd.
Embassy Suites
4337 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-853-7899
V BOUTIQUE HOTEL
701 N. WATER ST.
Hampton Inn & Suites
917 N. Navigation
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-884-4444
Accommodations/Bed & Breakfasts
Hampton Inn & Suites
3677 Hwy. 35 N.
Fulton
361-727-2228
Corpus Christi
Cottage
310 Oleander ave.
Corpus Christi
361-883-3982
Hampton Inn
1705 N. Hwy. 181
Portland
361-777-1500
Crane House-Nature
Retreat
911 S. Water St.
Rockport
361-729-7239
Hampton Inn
7006 N. Navarro ST.
victoria
361-573-9911
Cygnet: A Secluded
Country Cottage
1502 Weeping
Willow
Rockport
361-851-1573
Hawthorn Suites
501 E. Goodnight
AVE.
Aransas Pass
361-758-1774
Fortuna Bay B&B
15405 Fortuna
Bay DR., ste. #12
Corpus Christi
361-949-7554
Hilton Garden Inn
6717 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-991-8200
Habitat Bed & Breakfast
164 4th St.
Ingleside
361-729-2362
Holiday by the Bay
3938 Surfside Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-688-9484
Hoopes' House
417 N. Broadway
Rockport
361-729-8424
Holiday Inn Corpus
Christi-Airport
5549 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-289-5100
Sandia
361-547-2546
1102 Shoreline
Blvd.
Knolle Farm & Ranch
Bed, BARN & Breakfast
13016 FM 70
Holiday Inn Emerald
Beach
Corpus Christi
361-883-5731
Loft Corpus Christi
306 Oleander ave.
Corpus Christi
361-883-3982
Holiday Inn Express
Hotel & Suites
13425 Brookhaven Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-242-3330
Our Place on the Bay
1233 Bayshore Dr.
Ingleside
361-776-6484
Holiday Inn Express
Rockport
901 HWY. 35 N.
Rockport
361-727-0283
The Retreat House
info@theretreat
house.com
Rockport
361-727-2617
Holiday Inn Express
Suites Port Aransas
727 S. 11th St.
Port Aransas
361-749-5222
The Tarpon Inn
200 E. CotteR AVE.
Port Aransas
361-749-5555
Holiday Inn SunSpree
Resort
15202 Windward
Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-949-8041
Villa La Casita
1813 2nd St.
Corpus Christi
361-946-6606
hotel corpus christi
bayfront
601 N. Water St.
Corpus Christi
361-882-8100
Alterations
Inn at Fulton Harbor
215 N. Fulton
Beach Rd.
Fulton
361-790-5888
Alterations 4 You
3620 SPID, Ste. 102
Corpus Christi
361-452-0074
Laguna Reef Hotel
& Suites
1021 S. Water St.
Rockport
361-729-1742
Ellie's Sewing
1531 HWY. 188
Rockport
361-729-2435
The Lighthouse Inn
at Aransas Bay
200 S. Fulton
Beach Rd.
Rockport
361-790-8439
Gloria Bechara
Haute Couture
645 Deforrest St.
Corpus Christi
361-851-1437
Little Bay Club
1801 Broadway St.
Rockport
361-729-6257
His And Hers Tailors
3827 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-857-7102
mansion by the sea
2100 E. HWY. 361
port Aransas
361-549-1921
My Sister's Shoppe
327 N. Washington St.
Beeville
361-358-6370
Omni Corpus christi
Bayfront Tower
900 N. Shoreline
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-887-1600
Myrna's Alterations
5250 Weber Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-225-4433
Omni corpus christi
Marina Tower
707 N. Shoreline
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-882-1700
Olga's AlterationS
& Sewing
5337 Alaniz Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-854-1920
per
month
Perfect Fit
Alterations
9922 Leopard St.,
Ste. 204
Corpus Christi
361-242-0797
S&J Bakery & Catering
9802 war path
Corpus Christi
361-242-3067
Corpus Christi
866-412-2831
Corpus Christi
361-334-3117
Corpus Christi
361-229-6606
Scissor Art Tailor
of La Palmera Mall
5488 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-992-1206
Sandra's Custom Cakes
7009 S. Staples
St., #103
The Sewing Ladies
& Clothing Resale
720 Dallas st.
Portland
361-643-5512
Simply Elegant
by Raymond
817 Airline Rd.
Special Alterations
& Repairs By Norma
4030 Weber Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-334-2528
Simply Homemade
Villamar's Tailor Shop
1530 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi
361-883-4877
Yolanda's Alterations
2033 Airline Rd.,
Ste. C4
Corpus Christi
361-993-5007
Bakeries, Cakes & Desserts
SugarBakers
2766 Santa Fe ST.
Corpus Christi
361-884-9541
Sylvia's Pastries Inc
9744 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-241-3995
Ultimate Cheesecake
4210 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-991-7892
Yolanda's Specialty
Cakes
2033 Airline Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-992-7365
A Chocolate Fountain
Fantasy
www.achocolate
fountain
fantasy.com
Corpus Christi
361-228-2120
Amigos Bakery
Cakery Etc.
5702 S. Staples st.,
Ste. D1
Corpus Christi
361-985-0388
1102 Ocean Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-881-9999
Azucar
www.gotazucar.
com
A Better You Cosmetic
Surgery Center
Corpus Christi
361-793-6767
Adolfo's Salon
3843 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-855-3388
Port aransas
361-749-2271
Agora MAKEUP Artist
www.modelmayhem.
com/missmakeup1
Corpus Christi
832-455-2934
American Laser
med spa
5844 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi
361-400-4647
Corpus Christi
361-242-9898
Corpus Christi
361-994-9401
La Palmera Mall
Corpus Christi
361-985-6077
bundy's cakes
www.bundys
porta.com
Port aransas
361-749-4286
Anna's Nails
13434 Leopard,
ste. A7A
Cabrera Bakery
443 W. Main Ave.
Robstown
361-387-2822
Anthony's Aveda
Concept Salon & Spa
817 Everhart Rd.
the cake lady
www.cccake
lady.com
Corpus Christi
361-852-2380
ARBONNE Consultants
www.arbonne.com
Carousel Bakery
& Catering
1655 Brownlee
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-882-5921
balinese Wellness spa
121 cut off rd.
Port Aransas
361-749-0003
Christina's cakes
christinas
yummycakes@
yahoo.com
Corpus Christi
361-947-6070
Barker, Stockton Lynn
6410 Weber Rd., #15
Corpus Christi
361-852-7305
Chocolate Fountains
of South Texas
www.TCFof
SouthTexas.com
Robstown
361-767-2275
Bay Area Bleach
Bright
www.bayarea
bleachbright.com
Calallen
361-779-7940
City Bakery
810 S. 19th ST.
Corpus Christi
361-885-0128
The beach house
day spa
14641 SPID, STE. A
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-244-8354
Cookies by Design
4709 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-993-9700
BeautiControl
www.beautipage.
com
Corpus Christi
800-232-8841
Cookies by Design
8607 N. Navarro,
Ste. C
victoria
361-574-9500
BELLA BELLA
6033 WEBER RD.
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-806-2849
corpus christi
custom cakes
www.cc-custom
cakes.com
Corpus Christi
361-852-7813
361-444-3698
Bennies Beauty Salon
2755 S. Staples St.
Aransas Pass
Czech Mex
Bakery & Café
150 American
Bank Plaza
Corpus Christi
361-883-2253
Body-N-Balance
massage and day Spa
900 N. Shorline
Blvd., Omni bayfront hotel
Corpus Christi
361-887-1600
ext. 3180
demitasse cakes gourmet cupcake company
demitassecakes@
gmail.com
Corpus Christi
361-442-4835
Boutique Du Jour
1220 Airline Rd., 195
Corpus Christi
361-855-2323
edible designs by mary
www.edibledesigns
bymary.com
Corpus Christi
361-695-0729
blue neptune
hair stylist
www.blueneptune
hair.com
Corpus Christi
Gary Homan & Company
6040 SPID, Ste. #4
Corpus Christi
361-993-0303
blushing beauty
special occasion
consultants & stylists
blushing
beautycc
@gmail.com
Corpus Christi
361-742-7307
361-658-6600
Gates Bakery Inc.
4417 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-992-7481
BranReneas Salon
1119 Railroad
Portland
361-643-7580
good cakes
www.good
cakes.biz
Corpus Christi
361-945-9525
Carlos & Co.
5126 Williams Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-980-8929
Gourmet Brownie
Kitchen
www.gourmet
browniekitchen.
com
Corpus Christi
361-992-4300
Class Act Salon & Spa
6410 Weber Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-852-7305
Grounded
14254 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-949-1944
Clippers Hair Design
5301 Everhart Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-857-0013
Halepaska’s Bakery
302 E. Rio Grande st.
victoria
361-573-4811
Coastal Creations
Hair Salon
600 Cut Off Rd.,
# 11
Port Aransas
361-749-5814
Coiffures of
Country Club
5876 Everhart
Rd., #B
Corpus Christi
361-991-7878
1-800-arbonne
•
5805 John
Stockbauer Dr.
victoria
361-575-4715
HEB
WWW.HEB.COM
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-980-0993
Corrie Mosqueda
(COMO) Freelance
Make-up Artist
Corrie_mosque
[email protected]
Kingsville
361-237-5793
Jalisco Bakery
822 S. Port Ave.
Corpus Christi
361-881-9067
Crossroads Hair
Design
10501 Leopard St.,
Ste. B
Corpus Christi
361-241-4433
Janet's Cakery
5880 Everhart Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-991-6212
Daniel’s Coiffure
900 N. Shoreline
Blvd., Omni hotel
Corpus Christi
361-880-5950
Lollycakes
5425 sPID, ste. 147
Corpus Christi
361-906-0244
Deana Merrill's Salon
517 Everhart rd.
Corpus Christi
361-994-7884
Marble Slab Creamery
5521 Saratoga
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-993-2202
Dees Beauty Salon
4303 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-992-6637
Mikey & Krystals
Bakery
103 N. Commercial St.
361-758-2367
Deli a's Salon
346 S. Commercial
St., Ste. 7
aransas pass
361-758-6848
Plaza Michoacana
Bakery
3829 Crosstown
Expwy.
Corpus Christi
361-851-9734
Delores Hair
Creation
100 W. Sinton St.
Sinton
361-364-2993
Rockport Bakery
3114 HWY. 35 N.
Rockport
361-729-5044
525 Doddridge st.
Corpus Christi
361-854-7999
Dr. chad allen
(redesign your smile)
Halepaska’s Bakery
Aransas Pass
Bourbon Street
Candy CO.
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Beaches cafe & Bakery
Beauty, Hair, Nails & Spa
Denises Salon
1105 Airline Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-991-8868
Lils Hair Designs
5433 S. Staples St.,
STE. S
Corpus Christi
361-992-0706
Dolce Divino
5017 Saratoga
blvd., Ste. 157
Corpus Christi
361-225-0072
Lupes Hair Designs
& Nails Salon
3504 Up River Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-888-5331
Doohicki's
1010 Santa Fe st.
Corpus Christi
361-882-2191
Luxe Concepts Salon
5638 Saratoga Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-991-5893
361-592-3702
Maggie Gonzalez
Hair Designs
4639 Corona Dr.,
Ste. #67
Corpus Christi
361-855-8838
Corpus Christi
361-882-8208
Downtown Salon
228 E. Kleberg
Kingsville
Eden Laser MedSpa
& Salon
1315 Wildcat Dr.
Portland
361-777-3336
Maries Hair Salon
1526 S. Brownlee
Blvd.
Elation Nails and Spa
7009 S. Staples
St., Ste. #105
Corpus Christi
361-334-1577
Mary Kay Cosmetics
www.marykay.com/locator.aspx?tab=Home
Elite Nails
5638 Saratoga
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-992-9316
Masalon
3831 S. Alameda st.
Corpus Christi
361-853-8037
Endless Styles salon
& Boutique
6314 Yorktown
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-992-3635
Merle Norman Cosmetic
Studios & Salon
1500 Wildcat Dr.,
Ste. B
Portland
361-643-7970
211 Seco Dr.
Portland
361-229-6223
Essential Body
Spa Services
1104 Wharf St.
Rockport
361-205-7206
Michelle Evans
Massage and Skincare
Evas Coiffures
4241 Mcardle Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-853-2543
Michelle's Salon
14813 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-949-4890
Ever Heart Salon
4949 Everhart
Rd., Ste. 109
Corpus Christi
361-852-1986
Miracles Hair Fashions
4515 Weber rd.
Corpus Christi
361-225-0244
The Forum Hair Salon
2033 Airline Rd., H3
Corpus Christi
361-993-6340
Modern Beauty Salon
5313 everhart rd.
Corpus Christi
361-852-5523
Fountain of Youth
Medical Spa
www.fountain
medicalspa.com
victoria
361-576-9100
Moments In Paradise
salon & Day Spa
3720 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-334-3640
Franciso's Salon
de Belleza
3850 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-814-0099
Nailspa Therapy
2030 Hwy. 181,
Ste. E
Portland
361-777-0111
Freddie and Ross
Hairstyling
4731 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-992-6134
new beginnings
wellness Spa
6410 Weber rd., #13
Corpus Christi
361-688-0444
Garrett & Company
Salon
3636 S. Alameda
St., STE. K
Corpus Christi
361-851-8541
Noel Designs
& Hair Studio
Ste. 444
Corpus Christi
361-425-2728
Glamour & Glitz
Day Spa
919 Hwy. 361
Port aransas
361-749-0710
On Location
Hair & Makeup
5926 S. Staples,
Ste. C2
Corpus Christi
361-438-0236
Gracielas Beauty Salon
2822 Baldwin Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-887-9448
Padre Island
Hair Salon
13933 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-949-8388
Hair and beyond
2919 Waldron Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-939-8488
Papillion Salon
& Day Spa
15101 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-949-6777
Hair Creations
6079 Weber Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-852-3305
Planet Sol Hair
Salon & Spa
4401 S. Alameda st.
Corpus Christi
361-814-8899
renee green
Cgreen89@aol.
com
Corpus Christi
361-438-0236
Roels Hair Care
6121 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-985-1226
Royal Palms Day Spa
1234 W. Wheeler ave.
Aransas Pass
361-758-2040
sabina salon
1702 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-446-4002
Salon 404
Ste. #103
Corpus Christi
361-688-0962
Salon Divine
4364 S. Alameda st.
Corpus Christi
361-980-8800
Salon Palomo & Spa
2033 Airline Rd.,
Ste. #G-7
Corpus Christi
361-855-8841
Salon Rose
7426 Piper Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-888-5216
Salon Salon
1225 Airline Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-991-3328
Salon Simpatico
Ste. #D8
Corpus Christi
361-688-3894
Salon Techniques Diane Garza
5440 Everhart Rd.,
Ste. #10
Corpus Christi
361-815-1603
Savaths Premier Hair
5702 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi
361-991-1501
Scissors Salon
& Gift Shoppee
13310 Leopard St.,
Ste. #1
Corpus Christi
361-241-7481
Shampoo & Kaviar
1107 Railroad
Portland
361-946-6653
The Strand
1102 E. Wharf St.
Rockport
361-729-6231
4222 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-992-8951
Hair dimensions
8613 N. Navarro
Victoria
361-575-8802
The Hair Scene
14902 trinity
river, ste. 3
Corpus Christi
361-767-3141
Helen White Electrologists
6040 SPID., #5
Corpus Christi
361-991-6152
Illusions makeovers
800 N. Saint
Marys St.
BEEVILLE
361-358-7631
Imagen Medical Spa
6200 Saratoga
Blvd., Ste. #5
Corpus Christi
361-992-5655
Inspirations Hair Salon
4412 Prescott st.
Corpus Christi
361-225-3020
Irmes Skin Care
4814 Everhart
Rd., Ste. A
Corpus Christi
361-980-1488
The Island's Edge
Hair Salon
15201 Spid
Corpus Christi
361-949-0794
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Hair Designers
Janie McCreless
eyelash extensionist
361-232-2490
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Josh Salinas and
company
1312 Ayers st.
Corpus Christi
361-437-8989
361-693-5003
Judilyns Garden Salons
4239 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-993-4224
Julie's Boutique
4242 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-994-1777
june's day spa
525 Everhart Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-826-0616
Just a Cut
2030 Hwy. 181
Portland
361-643-6462
Serenity Salon & Day Spa
4535 SPID, ste. 14
Corpus Christi
361-855-8993
LAS Hair Salon
11019 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-241-8899
Styling Station Salon
712 Railroad dr.
Portland
361-643-6942
La Petite Beauty
& Boutique
5714 McArdle Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-853-6288
Tangles Hair & Nail Co.
P.O. Box 1406
Rockport
361-727-0958
Lee Nails
5896 Everhart
Rd., AB
Corpus Christi
361-980-1227
TEASE Salon
429 William st.
Corpus Christi
361-882-2191
Portland
361-643-4209
Le Salon & Boutique
4918 Everhart Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-993-7995
Texturz Salon
1500 Wildcat Dr.,
Ste. B
LeSalonce
2727 Morgan Ave.,
Ste. 400
Corpus Christi
361-882-4005
Tudy's Hair Salon
4710 Angela Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-855-2065
Level 10 Beauty LoungE
321 Texan Trl.
Corpus Christi
361-853-0010
Tulip nails & Spa
5313 Saratoga
Blvd., #105
Corpus Christi
361-993-6868
Victoria Ann
Cosmetic Application
Vilma Rodriguez
Makeup artist
vilmarodriguez
[email protected]
The Woodhouse
Day Spa
Ste. #410
Corpus Christi
361-728-4302
Bourbon Street
Candy CO.
La Palmera Mall
Corpus Christi
361-985-6077
Corpus Christi
361-816-4125
Divine Designs
www.buydivine
designs.com
Corpus Christi
361-774-1108
ericatures caricatures
www.ericatures.
com
san antonio
210-241-4838
Gambler specialties
5864-B Everhart
Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-882-0200
Corpus Christi
361-985-8488
Boat Cruises & Charters
Avanti Tours
& Charters
www.avanti
corpuschristi.com
Ingleside
361-229-1884
Gatherings
3744 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-225-3744
Captain Clark Fishing
Peoples St.
Corpus Christi
361-855-7089
lone star country
store
14342 Northwest
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-387-2668
361-877-3283
Mosaic
3820 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-852-3838
Corpus Christi
361-906-0216
Cpt. David Bujnoch
outside the box
Rockport
361-729-2026
partylite
www.partylite.
com/michelle
carlson
Corpus Christi
225-978-2266
Dolphin Charters, Inc.
300 W. Cotter Ave.
Port Aransas
361-749-4188
Pilar
361-853-7171
Next to Ferry
Landing
3814 S. Alameda St.,
ste. #32
Corpus Christi
Dolphin Encounters
& Lighthouse Tours
Port Aransas
361-779-3188
Corpus Christi
361-563-9704
Eccleston, Paul W
4165 Eagle Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-853-2713
Fin & Feather
Guide Service
www.finfeather.
org
Port
O'Connor
979-541-3552
The Flagship
Peoples St. t-head
Corpus Christi
361-884-8306
Ocean Place Charters
HarborFerry.net
Offshore Adventures
2200 HWY. 361
Aransas Pass
361-758-6900
Padre Island
Yacht Tours
www.padreisland
yachtcharters.
com
Corpus Christi
361-688-1651
Port A Outfitters
126 W. Cotter Ave.
Port Aransas
361-749-3474
Private Deep Sea
Charters
www.texasfishn.
com
Port Aransas
440 W. Cotter Ave.
Doctors Orders
Charters
Scentsy Candles
www.scentsy.
com/whitneya
Corpus Christi
361-227-5376
Things Remembered
La Palmera Mall
Corpus Christi
361-993-8986
Today Tomorrow
Always Engraving & Gifts
5830 McArdle
Rd., #2
Corpus Christi
361-814-0125
Caterers & Food Providers
2 George's Seafood
5884 Everhart Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-993-8008
Aunt Jo’s BBQ
5303 US Hwy. 7 S.
victoria
361-578-5900
The Bar-B-Q Man
Restaurant
4931 I-37 S.
Corpus Christi
361-888-4248
361-749-7311
B-Bar-B Ranch Inn
325 CR 2215 E.
Kingsville
361-296-3331
Fulton
877-892-4737
Beauty & The Bistro
100 N. Shoreline
Corpus Christi
361-881-8500
Corpus Christi
361-993-7161
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Wing & Rod Guide
Service
www.wingand
rod.com
Rockport
361-790-8107
Bill Miller Bar-B-Q
Woody's Sports Center
www.woodys
online.com
Port Aransas
361-749-5252
Bistro D'Asia
6646 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi
361-992-0470
Yachting Center
of Corpus Christi LLC
The Corpus
Christi Marina
361-881-8503
Bottomless pit bbq
& Catering
2815 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-879-0900
Brewster street grill
1724 N. Tancahua ST.
Corpus Christi
361-884-2739
Brush country catering
100 S. Nueces
george west
361-449-2611
Cactus Cafe
1900 E. King Ave.
Kingsville
361-595-7792
Café PHoenix
229 Beach Ave.
Port aransas
361-749-9277
Café Spoons by HEB
5313 Saratoga Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-980-0993
Carino's Italian Grill
1652 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-854-7373
Carousel Catering
4010 Manhattan Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-852-0997
1901 N. Shoreline
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-826-4739
361-592-7229
Centerplate at the
American Bank Center
Chocolate Fountains
of South Texas
www.TCFof
SouthTexas.com
Robstown
361-767-2275
The Chocolate Tiers
www.chocola
tierscc.com
Corpus Christi
361-232-9065
City Diner & Oyster Bar
622 N. Water St.
Corpus Christi
361-883-1643
coastal Catering
200 W. Avenue G
Port Aransas
361-749-2333
Corpus Christi
Liquor Catering
www.ccliquor.
com
Corpus Christi
361-688-0180
couture caterer
www.couture
caterer.com
Corpus Christi
361-238-4849
Corpus Christi
Bridal & Formal Wear
An Affair to Remember
bridal shop and special
occasion boutique
5830 McArdle Rd.,
Ste. #9
Corpus Christi
361-985-2800
Antoniles Bridal
Shop & Tuxedos
10202 Leopard st.
Corpus Christi
361-241-6221
Bridal Boutique
& After 5
5858 SPID, Ste. 45
Corpus Christi
361-906-1444
David's Bridal
4750 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-851-2366
Elegant traditions
901 Market St.
Portland
361-643-5129
franks Bridal gallery
508 E. Main
Robstown
361-387-6992
gift expressions
bridal center
817 S. 14th St.
jade and Madalynn
601 E. Rio Grande
victoria
361-573-5233
Julian Gold
3840 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-853-9974
Lace & Daisy Floral
& Bridal Shop
3706 Ayers St.
Corpus Christi
361-882-6111
My Sister's Shoppe
327 N. Washington St.
Beeville
361-358-6370
Rock & Reign
Clothing Co.
924 E. Fordyce
KINGSVILLE
361-595-ROCK
spare closet
1500 Wildcat Dr.,
#R
portland
361-777-2140
Tailors Unlimited
3602 apollo Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-854-1305
diamond point
catering
www.diamond
Pointcatering.
com
Corpus Christi
361-884-1399
Vanessa's Bridal
Accessories
6338 Holly Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-980-0315
Dos Comales
227 N. Water St.
Corpus Christi
361-885-7702
wedding lace bridal
& tuxedo
324 E. Main St.
Alice
361-668-4202
Dragonfly
13925 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-949-2224
361-851-0094
Desiree’s By the Bay
100 Shoreline
blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-882-4965
361-814-8988
Eddies Bakery
& Restaurant
4810 Kostoryz
Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-852-7281
Fiesta Margaritas
1202 Southbay Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-994-1008
Fins Grill & Icehouse
420 W. Cotter AVE.
at The Harbor
Port Aransas
361-749-8646
Corpus Christi
361-993-9141
Corpus Christi
361-438-9326
Williams Shoes
young's discount
bridal
3849 S. Alameda St.
2925 spid
kingsville
Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi
Bridal Gifts & Favors
A Basket Kase
abasketkase@
yahoo.com
Beach Wedding Favors
www.hansonellis.
com
blue shark sign co.
4535 SPID, Ste. 16
Corpus Christi
361-533-9437
for such a time as this
Corpus Christi
361-334-3995
havana club
500 N. Water St.
Rockport Birding
& Kayaking
361-438-2667
Scent-Sations
Incorporated
361-749-5597
Deep Sea Headquarters
{43}
Port Aransas
4639 Corona St.,
Ste. 9
Hester's Cafe
1714 S. Alameda St
Corpus Christi
361-885-0558
Ceremony & Reception Sites
Howard's Farmhouse
BBQ & Catering
1002 Antelope St.
Corpus Christi
361-882-1200
www.texas
weddings.org
Corpus Christi
361-356-1107
Golden Crown
Chinese Restaurant
1st Choice Seaside
Weddings (Beach
Weddings)
6601 Everhart Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-854-5506
AMERICAN BANK CENTER
1901 N. SHORELINE
BLVD.
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-826-4100
Corpus Christi
361-774-2236
Anthony's By The Sea
732 S. Pearl St.
Rockport
361-729-6100
Hester's cafe
1714 S. Alameda st.
Corpus Christi
361-885-0558
Aransas Pass
Civic Center
700 W. Wheeler
Ave.
Aransas PASS
361-758-0009
Howard's Farmhouse
BBQ & Catering
1002 Antelope St.
Corpus Christi
361-882-1200
Aria Loft & Terrace
www.ariacc.com
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-882-8801
Island Cafe
301 S. Alister St.
Port Aransas
361-749-6602
ART CENTER OF
CORPUS CHRISTI
100 SHORELINE
BLVD.
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-884-6406
Jack's Dinner Bell
4626 Weber rd.
Corpus Christi
361-851-1603
Art Museum
of South Texas
1902 N. Shoreline
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-825-3500
Katz 21 Steak & Spirits
317 Mesquite St.
Corpus Christi
361-884-1221
Beeville country club
#1 Country club dr.
Beeville
361-358-2136
La Playa Mexican
Restaurant & Cantina
4201 SPID
Corpus Christi
3661-853-4282
Best Western Marina
Grand Hotel
300 N. Shoreline
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-696-7839
Latitude 28°02'
105 N. Austin St.
Rockport
361-727-9009
Big Fisherman
510 State Hwy. 188
Rockport
361-729-1997
361-729-5599
Blue Wave Open Air
Pavilion
beach@cityof
rockport.com
Rockport
877-929-7977
www.bluffs
landing.com
Corpus Christi
361-937-7100
Grandma’s Catering
Linda Dupnik
Personalized
P.O. Box 1743
Aransas Pass
Luciano’s Italian
Restaurant
1821 Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-882-3191
Bluff's landing
marina and lodge
Mac's Barbeque
& Catering
219 HWY. 35
Gregory
361-643-5589
Bottomless pit bbq
& Catering
2815 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-879-0900
Camp Aranzazu
www.camp
aranzazu.org
Rockport
361-727-0800
port aransas
888-893-0656
Maggie's Pizza Kitchen
3735 S. Alameda St.
margarita man
www.margaritaman
coastalbend.com
Corpus Christi
361-947-2244
Cinnamon shore
www.cinnamon
shore.com
Mel's Catering
5055 Ambassador
Row
Corpus Christi
361-225-2617
Corpus Christi
Event Center LLC
3126 Holly Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-852-5333
Miss K Bistro & CAtering
1726 HWY 361
Port Aransas
361-749-7776
Corpus Christi fire
fighters Association
6014 ayers st.
Corpus Christi
361-814-4437
Niko’s Steakhouse
5409 Saratoga
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-992-2333
361-826-4664
14101 Northwest
Blvd.
1900 N. chaparral st.
Corpus Christi
Nolan's Original
Poorboys & Catering
Corpus Christi
361-387-2697
Corpus Christi
museum of science
and history
Corpus Christi
361-826-3460
Nuevo Cafe
1124 Ayers St.
Corpus Christi
361-904-0425
PairAdice Margaritas
www.pairadice
margaritas.com
Rockport
361-727-1995
Pelicans Landing
Restaurant
337 Alister St.
Port Aransas
Pete's Chicken N More
338 44th St.
Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi
361-653-3354
Corpus Christi Parks
& Rec. & Beaches
Corpus Christi Police
Officers Association
3122 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-882-2762
361-749-6405
Corpus Christi Professional Fire Fighters
Association Hall
6014 Ayers St.
Corpus Christi
361-814-4437
361-882-1177
Corpus Christi
Town Club
800 N. Shoreline
BLVD., 6th Flr.
Corpus Christi
361-880-5777
1002 Santa Fe St.
Corpus Christi
361-884-1399
•
Poets Restaurant
4825 Saratoga
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-993-2170
The Courtyard
at Gaslight Square
Railroad Seafood
Station
1214 Chaparral St.
Corpus Christi
361-883-6200
Crystal Reception Hall
2033 Airline Rd., #C3
Corpus Christi
361-852-7420
Republic of Texas
Bar & Grill
900 N. Shoreline
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-886-3515
Dancing elk
Alexander Ranch
www.dearanch.
com
Mathis
361-249-1157
Corpus Christi
361-723-0322
Dune Crest Beach
Resort and Conference
Center
6317 Hwy. 361
Port Aransas
361-749-1974
Revolution
Liquor Catering
{44}
Robstown Catering, Inc.
231 E. Main Ave.
Robstown
361-387-5477
Embassy Suites
4337 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-853-7899
Salinas Catering Inc.
2515 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-882-5420
Fiesta Gardens
& Wedding Chapel
802 Don Partricio
Corpus Christi
361-939-8208
Sam's BBQ
FM 624
Corpus Christi
361-387-6677
Flour Bluff
Conference Center
10241 Spid, Ste. 140
Corpus Christi
361-939-9968
Corpus Christi
361-852-7000
havana club
500 N. Water St.
Corpus Christi
361-438-9326
Port Aransas
361-749-5666
henrietta memorial
center (King ranch)
405 S. 6th St.
kingsville
361-595-1881
Port Aransas
361-758-2211
Heritage Park &
Cultural Center
1581 N. Chaparral st.
Corpus Christi
361-826-3494
Corpus Christi
361-855-1892
High Chaparral
HWY. 77
Corpus Christi
361-387-1957
5549 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-289-5100
Schlotsky's
The Original
Seafood &
Spaghetti Works
710 HWY. 361
Silver Plate
Catering Co.
Small Planet
Gourmet Delicatessen
3812 S. Alameda
st., #30
Solomon Ortiz Center
402 Harbor Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-879-0125
Holiday Inn Corpus
Christi-Airport
Sonja's Restaurant
& Catering
424 N. Chaparral St.
Corpus Christi
361-884-7774
Holiday Inn Emerald
Beach
1102 Shoreline
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-883-5731
Sunset Food Service
3218 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-881-9091
Holiday Inn SunSpree
Resort
15202 Windward
Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-949-8041
601 N. Water St.
Corpus Christi
361-882-8100
Thai Cottage
5830 McArdle Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-993-0777
hotel corpus christi
bayfront
Thai Spice Restaurant
523 N. Water st.
Corpus Christi
361-883-8884
Knights of
columbus Hall
1050 Cecilia St.
Alice
361-664-5662
Tony's Catering
1116 N. Pearl St.
Corpus Christi
361-729-3950
K Space contemporary
415 Starr St.
Corpus Christi
361-887-6834
Corpus Christi
361-767-1683
Knolle Farm & Ranch
Bed, BARN & Breakfast
WWW.KNOLLE.COM
Sandia
361-547-2546
Corpus Christi
361-884-1399
La Bahia
224 N. Mesquite St.
Corpus Christi
361-888-6555
600 N. Shoreline
BLVD.
Corpus Christi
361-882-6666
Tropical Margaritas
Turn Key Events
Catering
1002 Santa Fe St.
Venetian Hot Plate
232 Beach St.
Port Aransas
361-749-7617
Landry's Seafood
House
Waterstreet
Seafood Co.
309 N. Water St.
Corpus Christi
361-882-8696
Leo J. Welder Center for
the Performing Arts
214 N. Main St.
VICTORIA
361-570-8587
White Stripe
Catering Co.
917 Commerce St.
Portland
361-643-0702
LUCIANO’S ITALIAN
RISTORANTE
1821 S. ALAMEDA ST.
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-882-3191
majestic oaks
www.majesticoaks
events.mfbiz.com
George West
361-449-0509
Church of Christ
1520 Omohundro st.
Rockport
361-729-2440
mansion by the sea
2100 E. HWY. 361
port Aransas
361-549-1921
Church of the New
Testament
2508 Churches and
Chapels St.
Ingleside
361-776-3816
Mansion Royal
8001 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-852-7420
CITY CHURCH
4425 S. STAPLES ST.
Corpus Christi
361-852-1810
2002 FM 3036
Rockport
361-729-5320
Mustang Island Art
Gallery
Port Aransas
361-749-2200
Corpus Christi
Cathedral
505 N. Upper
Broadway St.
Corpus Christi
361-883-4213
The Nave Museum
306 W. Commercial st.
VICTORIA
361-575-8227
covenant baptist
church
7001 Williams Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-985-2244
North Shore
Country Club
www.north
shore.cc
Portland
361-643-1546
First Assembly of God
813 E. Laurel St.
Rockport
361-729-7113
Omni Corpus christi
Bayfront Tower
900 N. Shoreline
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-887-1600
First Baptist Church
www.fbcport
landtx.org
Portland
361-643-6506
Omni corpus christi
Marina Tower
707 N. Shoreline
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-882-1700
First Baptist Church
1515 Live Oak Ave.
Rockport
361-729-6382
PADRE BALI PARK
15820 PARK RD., 22
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-949-8121
First Christian Church
1103 Lang RD.
Portland
361-643-2864
Pan American
Club House
801 Horn Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-857-6727
First Presbyterian
Church corpus
christi
430 S. Carancahua St.
Corpus Christi
361-884-4057
Paws and Taws
Convention Center
402 N. Fulton
Beach RD.
Fulton
361-729-2388
First Presbyterian
Church Portland
1701 Crosby St.
Portland
361-643-6029
Plantation Suites &
Conference Center
1909 Hwy. 361
Port Aransas
361-749-3866
First United
Methodist Church
801 E. Main ST.
Rockport
361-729-1659
Portland community
center
2000 Billy g. webb
dr.
Portland
361-777-3301
First United
Methodist Church
4545 Wildcat Dr.
Portland
361-777-2000
Port royal Ocean resort
& Conference center
6317 HWY. 361
Port aransas
361-749-5011
First United
Pentecostal Church
1402 N. Pearl st.
Rockport
361-790-9526
Primestar Party Room
222 E. Main St.,
Ste. B
Corpus Christi
361-664-3474
Fishers of Family
Lutheran Church
1200 E. Broadway
Blvd.
Portland
361-777-0528
Radisson Hotel corpus christi beach
3200 Surfside blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-883-9700
Fulton Community
Church
3rd & Chaparral
Rockport
361-729-2180
raisin l ranch
www.raisinl
ranch.org
victoria
361-576-5995
Gateway Church
202 E. Hwy. 35
Portland
361-643-4545
The Ranch at
San Patricio
20489 County
Rd. 1740
MATHIS
210-834-0159
The Gospel
Lighthouse Church
922 HWY. 35 S.
Rockport
361-729-5887
Richard M. Borchard
Regional Fairgrounds
1213 Terry
Shamsie Blvd.
Robstown
361-387-9000
Greater First Baptist
Church
213 Gagon
Rockport
361-729-6912
ROCKPORT BEACH
PAVILIONS
www.rockport
beach-texas.
com
ROCKPORT
361-729-6661
Holy Cross Lutheran
2872 Fm 1781
Rockport
361-727-9140
Rockport
country club
101 Champions Dr.
ROCKPORT
361-729-8324
Immaculate
Conception Church
107 Churches
and Chapels St.
Gregory
361-643-4505
Rosebud Fountain
& Grill
102 S. Main St.
361-573-5111
Kingdom Hall of
Jehovah's Witnesses
1119 N. Pearl
Rockport
361-729-1649
Corpus Christi
361-854-3800
VICTORIA
sandcastle condos &
conference center
800 sandcastle
dr.
Port aransas
361-749-1974
Most Precious Blood
Catholic Church
3502 Saratoga
Blvd.
San Patricio County
Fairgrounds
219 W. 5th St.
SINTON
361-364-9580
Mt. Sinai Family
Church
3000 S. Doughty
Rockport
361-729-4393
Seashell Village
Resort
502 E. Avenue G
Port aransas
361-749-4294
New Community
Church
1100 Austin St.
Portland
361-537-7191
Small Planet Gourmet
Delicatessen
3812 S. Alameda
St., #30
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-855-1892
North Bay Church
1501 Denver St.
Portland
361-643-6444
Soloman P. Ortiz
International Center
402 Harbor Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-879-0125
Oakridge Baptist
Church
2100 Buddy
Ganem Dr.
Portland
361-643-4253
South Texas
Botanical Gardens
and Nature Center
2414 Main St.
Ingleside
361-776-2446
8545 S. Staples ST.
Corpus Christi
361-852-2100
Our Lady of the
Assumption
Portland
361-643-7533
200 E. COTTER AVE.
ROCKPORT
361-749-5555
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
Catholic Church
1008 Austin ST.
THE TARPON INN
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
KINGSVILLE - memorial
student union
Peace Lutheran Church
1302 W. Market st.
Rockport
361-729-7264
1050 W. Santa
Gertrudis Ave.
KINGSVILLE
361-593.4173
Portland Christian
Center, Inc.
503 Elm St.
Portland
361-643-8624
TEXAS STATE AQUARIUM
2710 N. SHORELINE
BLVD.
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-881-1307
Primera Inglesia
Bautista
Kossuth & Bay St.
Rockport
361-729-6071
travelodge airport
hotel
910 Corn
Products Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-289-5666
Rockport Church
of God
Hwy. 35 &
Concho st.
Rockport
361-729-6882
TROUT STREET
136 W. COTTER AVE.
PORT ARANSAS
361-749-7800
704 E. Cornwall st.
Rockport
361-729-2174
The Venue
at House of Rock
Sacred Heart
Catholic Church
511 Starr St.
Corpus Christi
361-882-7625
Sacred Heart Church
401 W. Willis St.
odem
361-368-9156
Victoria Art League
905 Bridge St.
VICTORIA
361-572-0825
Salt Lake Baptist Church
100 N. Salt Lake Rd.
Rockport
361-729-3872
THE VICTORIAN HALL
5550 KOSTORYZ RD.
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-225-4747
South Texas Christian
Fellowship
901 Market St.
Portland
361-960-0808
VIETNAM RESTAURANT
701 N. WATER ST.
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-853-2682
St. Christopher's
by-the-Sea
7th and Wildcat
Dr.
Portland
361-643-3514
WHATABURGER FIELD
734 E. PORT AVE.
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-561-4665
Alice
361-664-6481
5898 Everhart Rd.
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-980-0748
St. elizabeth of
hungary
603 E. Fifth St.
Yoshi Zushi
St. Peter, Prince
of the Apostles
Catholic Church
3901 Violet Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-241-3249
361-776-3201
St. Peter's IndoChinese Mission
FM 1781 & FM 3036
Rockport
361-729-3008
Corpus Christi
361-991-5146
Churches & Chapels
Agape Fellowship
2291 Main St.
Ingleside
Bay Area Fellowship
www.bayarea
fellowship.com
Corpus Christi
361-993-5900
St. Philip the Apostle
Catholic Church
3513 Cimarron
Blvd.
brighton park
baptist church
3418 Airline Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-991-2910
St. Pius x Catholic
church
5620 Gollihar
Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-993-4053
361-776-2140
St. Stephen
Lutheran Church
619 Lang Rd.
Portland
361-643-2331
Central Baptist Church
2555 Tiner LN.
Ingleside
361-575-8227
•
VICTORIA
www.mustang
islandart
gallery.com
502 N. Liberty St.
Coastal Oaks Baptist
Church
{45}
McNamara House
Museum
Templo de Alabanza
306 S. Kossuth
Rockport
361-790-7479
Segovia’s Floral
Designs & Events
www.Segovias
Designs.com
Templo La Fe
Market St. &
Kelly Ln.
Rockport
361-729-9245
Sweet Shoppe Rentals
www.sweetshoppe
rentals.com
Alice
361-207-1262
Tempo La Gracia Suente
de Bendicion
439 S. Fuqua
Rockport
361-729-3128
United rental
7336 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-994-7368
Trinity Church
& Worship Center
Hwy. 1069 & Hwy.
881
Rockport
361-729-8856
Dry Cleaners & Dress Preservation
Unity By The Sea
Church
901 Brawner
Pkwy.
Corpus Christi
361-882-8363
carrs cleaners
2730 S. Staples st.
Corpus Christi
361-854-5371
Gaddie Cleaners
Ste. E
Corpus Christi
361-853-7551
Henry's Cleaners
615 Hancock Ave.
Corpus Christi
361-883-1281
Kloesel's cleaners
& formal wear
8607 N. Navarro
Victoria
361-572-3941
Pro Cleaners
14017 Northwest
Blvd., Ste. #103
Corpus Christi
361-767-8300
yorktown baptist
church
5025 Yorktown
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-993-9675
Dance Instruction
1st Wedding Dance
Studio
Corpus Christi
361-425-1533
Dance Extraordinaire
www.dance
extraordinaire.
com
Corpus Christi
361-244-8022
Fonzies Dance City
2033 Airline Rd.,
STE. E1
Corpus Christi
361-779-0030
Corpus Christi
361-463-6016
George Trice Dance
Instructor
361-850-7315
Embroidery & Monogramming
Balfour
1302 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-853-7110
Commercial
Screen Printing
4001 Ayers St.
Corpus Christi
361-854-4404
Embroidme
3906 SPID, Ste. C
Corpus Christi
361-334-0898
Hypersquad
Garcia Arts and
Education Center
Corpus Christi
361-739-1912
Instep Dance Studios
5017 Saratoga
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-993-3262
Initially Yours
3049 Main St.
Ingleside
361-775-1263
Jason Mutchler
jason.mutchler@
charter.net
Corpus Christi
361-563-9597
361-992-5311
832 Henderson
Ave.
902 Meadowbrook
Corpus Christi
Miss Jill's StudioDance & Fitness
J B's Custom
Embroidery
Rockport
361-729-0110
Marlin Custom
Embroidery
2310 Pollex ave.
Corpus Christi
361-854-0906
strictly ballroom
5876 B Everhart Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-288-0419
Mira's Sports & More
6006 Ayers St.
Corpus Christi
361-852-4541
Unity Dance with Kay
Leuschner
unityevents@
stx.com
Corpus Christi
361-949-8942
Monograms & More
1500 Wildcat Dr.,
Ste. F
Portland
361-643-5401
Prints Charming
Designs
5301 Everhart,
Ste. C
Corpus Christi
361-855-7777
R&R Sports
14101 Northwest
Blvd., Ste. #111
Corpus Christi
361-387-0900
Stitch It!
Custom Embroidery
4333 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-992-2006
Stitch It! Embroidery
and screenprinting
3701 Wow Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-852-0252
T-Shirt Gallery & Sports
5815 Weber Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-852-8992
Third Coast Creations
705 Moore Ave.
Portland
361-643-4284
Decorations, Party Supplies & Rentals
•
A to Z Rental Center
7718 Dalmation Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-992-9628
ACME Balloons
& Party Rentals
1219 S. Staples ST.
Corpus Christi
361-882-5233
Affordable Parties
www.afford
morefun.com
Corpus Christi
361-779-6203
361-658-9360
Alexia's Creations
4610 Ayers St.
Corpus Christi
361-806-0341
Artistic Flowers
1302 Wildcat Dr.
Portland
361-643-6311
B&T Rents
1321 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi
361-884-6238
balloon banquet
www.myspace.com/
crossroadsclowns
victoria
361-580-0150
Bar-B-Q Pits Unlimited
3325 Cresthill Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-814-7487
blue shark sign co.
4535 SPID, Ste. 16
Corpus Christi
Butler Signature
Events
5826 Wooldridge
Rd.
classy linens & decor
e & r delight
your event
www. erdecor
ations.com
Elegant creations
Galas By Grace
622 S. Port Ave.
Get Jeweled
productions
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7TH GENERATION
WWW.MYSPACE.COM/
7THGENERATION
MUSIC
Corpus Christi
SEVENTH.
GENERATION
@YAHOO.COM
361-334-3995
Absoflutely!
Flute Quartet
www.absoflutely
quartet.com
Corpus Christi
361-563-3539
Corpus Christi
361-992-9813
The Adagio String
Quartet
www.the
adagiostring
quartet.com
Corpus Christi
361-793-2461
victoria
361-571-9357
Andrew and grace
Piano and violin
www.facebook.com/
andrewandgrace
Corpus Christi
361-238-0548
Corpus Christi
361-813-2891
A Premium Blend –
Jim Fain
Corpus Christi
361-562-3989
Corpus Christi
361-655-8900
AVT Event
technologies
Omni hotels
Corpus Christi
361-887-1600
Corpus Christi
361-882-0042
Bach V Wedding Music
www.swing
rayz.com
Corpus Christi
361-834-2650
Corpus Christi
361-437-8599
Blue Moon
Entertainment
www.bluemoon
entertainment.net
Corpus Christi
361-855-8863
Bobby Carter
bobbycarter
music@sbc
global.net
Corpus Christi
361-695-1776
Just A Touch
361-776-6963
King’s events & tents
www.kingsevents
andtents.com
VICTORIA
361-573-7230
La De Da Events
137 44th st.
Corpus Christi
361-884-5268
Let's Talk Parties!
letstalkparties@
Att.net
Corpus Christi
361-876-4156
361-877-4774
Mark Lundrum
Sandcastles
www.sandrum.
com
port aransas
361-290-0414
Myrna’s Special Events
www.myrna
specialevents.com
Corpus Christi
361-985-9955
oceanview jump
moonwalk
www.oceanview
jump.com
Corpus Christi
361-992-9752
Our Day Décor
www.ourday
decor.com
Robstown
361-765-5275
Party City
5425 SPID
Entertainment & Music
Corpus Christi
361-993-0268
Bobby Hesch
Corpus Christi
817-613-4959
Boombox Brothers
Pro DJs
www.boombox
brothers.com
Corpus Christi
361-438-8881
Casey Lain Presents
www.CASEYLAIN
PRESENTS.com
Corpus Christi
361-510-9863
cruise control band
cruisecontrol
[email protected]
Corpus Christi
361-548-1194
361-779-4402
Dance ‘Til Dawn DJ
Music Entertainment
by Dexter Miranda
www.dance
tildawn.com
Corpus Christi
956-867-2900
dan sheppard, bagpiper
www.ccbagpiper.
com
Corpus Christi
361-438-0460
Destiny Entertainment
Godrock111@
yahoo.com
Corpus Christi
361-442-6194
Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi
Party Tent Rentals #1
www.myport
atent.com
Port Aransas
361-749-4444
DJ doug kesterson
dkesterson@
malkaninter
active.com
Razzle Dazzle event
decorating, Inc.
4933 Gollihar RD.
Corpus Christi
361-906-1114
DJ DUS
djdus@djdus.
com
reflections ice
sculptures
icemoya@
hotmail.com
Corpus Christi
361-658-4229
DJ Johnny hotcakes
Corpus Christi
210-667-6242
rental world
www.rental
world.com
Corpus Christi
361-855-7368
DJ Twinki
Corpus Christi
361-510-7425
Corpus Christi
361-852-8096
Florists & Nurseries
Corpus Christi
361-816-0225
AC Bouquets
www.acbouquets
.com
Portland
361-332-1887
eddie olivarez Jr.
Quartet
corpus christi
361-563-2886
Alfredo's
The Rose King
4630 Kostoryz
Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-855-2286
El mariachi
corpus christi
361-765-4459
Always in Bloom
Florist
5017 Saratoga
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-991-5666
DJ Wendell
Dr. Rockstar
www.doctor
rockstar.net
Five Star
Entertainment
www.fivestar
net.com
Corpus Christi
361-853-8534
Annaville Florist
11225 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-241-3261
Gerald Flores
Magician
www.Gerald
Flores.com
Corpus Christi
361-774-3447
Aransas Flower
Company
2106 W. Wheeler
Ave.
Aransas Pass
361-758-9191
Glynn Garcia
Orchestra
glynngtx@
yahoo.com
Corpus Christi
361-548-2751
Artistic Flowers
1302 Wildcat Dr.
Portland
361-643-6311
port aransas
361-461-5974
Barbaras Flowers
& Gifts
13434 Leopard St.,
Ste. A9
Corpus Christi
361-242-2008
havana daydream
Belmontes
Flower Shop
1757 Horne rd.
Corpus Christi
361-851-0399
The Jason Suthern
Band
www.myspace.
com/jason
suthernmusic
Corpus Christi
361-461-0814
Black Tie Roses
Corpus Christi
361-884-2358
JT Enterprises
Corpus Christi
361-232-0703
Blossom Shop Florist
5417 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi
361-992-7011
karaoke with bryan
Corpus Christi
361-229-4311
Carl's Flowers
Corpus Christi
361-884-7467
Country Floral
108-A W. Sinton
Sinton
361-364-9180
Devereux Gardens
547 E. Pearl st.
Goliad
361-645-1337
Devereux Gardens
1313 N. Navarro st.
VICTORIA
361-573-3246
Duggers Flower Villa
4335 S. Alameda ST.
Corpus Christi
361-994-0201
Emma's Flower Shop
409 N. Fuqua St.
Rockport
361-729-7132
Expressions
Floral & Gifts
3809 N. Main St.
VICTORIA
361-576-0087
Floral Boutique
4535 spid
Corpus Christi
361-985-8898
floral creations by
hope
346 S. Commercial St.
Aransas Pass
361-758-6375
Flowers By Toni
6006 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-991-9262
Corpus Christi
361-437-8599
Lanky’s Corner
4221 Winters Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-852-5696
Latin Talk
www.facebook.
com/pages/
LATIN-TALK-CCTX/140839252658
Corpus Christi
361-510-1827
little dog
entertainment
www.littledog
entertainment.com
Corpus Christi
361-563-3539
Lonestar Productions
www.SouthTex
asDJ.com
361-645-8005
Mariachi Clasico Lopez
Corpus Christi
361-855-8000
Mariachi Hector Flores
Corpus Christi
361-852-7603
Mariachi Huasteca
Corpus Christi
361-879-0066
Mariachi Jalisco
Corpus Christi
361-834-6563
Corpus Christi
361-548-9036
361-542-8846
Corpus Christi
361-992-3303
Get Jeweled
productions
Corpus Christi
361-249-4608
Gina's Floral Designs
4353 Kostoryz Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-225-4147
361-688-7472
Heavenly Designs
Plants & Gifts
4902 Holly Rd.,
Ste. 102
Corpus Christi
361-994-7673
Mariachi Mexicanismo
www.mariachi
mexicanisimo.net
Mariachi Rio
Mariachi Torero
www.myspace.com/
mariachitorero
Maxim String Quartet
Mr. Eddie's Music Show
www.mreddies
musicshow.com
Corpus Christi
361-548-9595
H-E-B Blooms
5313 Saratoga Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-980-0993
MYNDFIELDS
WWW.MYSPACE.
COM/MYNDFIELDS
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-548-2751
Ingleside Florist
& Wedding
2737 Main St.
Ingleside
361-776-3758
Mystic Entertainment
mysticentprod@
yahoo.com
Corpus Christi
361-774-0352
isn't that gorgeous
www.isntthat
gorgeous.com
victoria
361-645-4545
Oso texas
bassmansam
@mac.com
Corpus Christi
361-993-2355
Island flowers
14225 spid
Corpus Christi
361-949-9994
Photo booths by
Image Cinema
555 S. Shoreline,
Ste. 105
Corpus Christi
361-851-9811
Lulu's Flowers
10 Hwy. 35 S.
Rockport
361-729-3700
Michelle's Florist
4819 Saratoga
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-993-8381
Oopsie daisy Flowers
1942 N. Hwy. 35
Rockport
361-729-8008
Personally Yours, Inc.
4357 Ocean Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-852-0288
Simply Unforgettable
Flowers
9603 bandera rd.
san antonio
361-737-9710
Smiles With Flowers
5967 Williams Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-993-0260
5217 Sun Belt Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-289-1500
Powerhouse
Entertainment
Corpus Christi
361-633-9519
Pro logic sound
& lighting
Corpus Christi
361-774-4064
ARANSAS PASS
361-537-8987
RBCJ The DJ
Corpus Christi
361-877-7791
Revolution
Productions
Corpus Christi
361-723-0322
PVZ MUSIC PRODUCTIONS,
DJ & KARAOKE
PATRICKZAP@
YAHOO.COM
Corpus Christi
361-510-1919
southern floral Co.
Wholesale
Serendipity Music
Corpus Christi
361-244-8924
Sparkling City
Jewelers & florist
2423 Baldwin
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-882-2605
Shireem’s Belly Dance
& Hawaiian Hula
Corpus Christi
361-853-6810
Tubbs of Flowers
4517 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi
361-993-1978
Showtime
Entertainment
Corpus Christi
361-387-0250
Turner's Floral Shop
6503 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-991-9002
Spanish Flamenco
Guitar
Corpus Christi
361-991-2804
twice as nice flowers
2033 Airline Rd.,
Ste. B9
Corpus Christi
361-723-1878
State Law Band
Corpus Christi
361-877-3059
Zimmer Floral &
Nursery
2801 N. Saint
Marys St.
Beeville
361-358-1721
Rhythm xpress - DJ Jess
WWW.rhythm
xpress.com
Steven Hansen
booking.steven
[email protected]
Corpus Christi
512-417-2783
Golf & Tennis
Stronger than ever
dj services
moreno32@
clearwire.net
Corpus Christi
361-446-6138
Beeville country club
#1 Country club dr.
Beeville
361-358-2136
Corpus Christi
361-215-8299
Cimarron Golf
Driving Range
3752 Cimarron
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-992-2132
Corpus Christi
512-527-0009
Corpus Christi
Country Club
6300 Everhart Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-991-2811
Corpus Christi
361-664-0042
Edwin Watts Golf
4526 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-826-8010
Violinist Lissette Torres
Corpus Christi
361-992-7794
Gabe Lozano Sr
Golf Center
6314 Oso PkWy.
Corpus Christi
361-883-3696
Voces Y Guitarras
Corpus Christi
361-510-7072
The Golf Shop
1257 Nile Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-882-6013
SV Productions
svaldez789@
yahoo.com
Texas Fever BAnd
Texas Sound Systems
clubtss @
hotmail.com
361-510-7459
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Corpus Christi
www.djrr.com
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International DJ
Entertainment
HEB Municipal
Tennis Center
1520 Shely St.
Corpus Christi
361-888-5681
seacity crossfit
4639 Corona Dr.,
Ste. 76
Corpus Christi
361-737-9473
Live Oak
Country Club Inc.
318 Country
Club Rd.
Rockport
361-729-7311
Shamrock Fitness
Center
1018 Hwy. 181
Portland
361-643-4059
Lozano Golf Center
4401 Old Brownsville Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-826-8016
US Gym
5959 Holly Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-992-4653
361-643-1546
YMCA OF CORPUS CHRISTI
417 S. UPPER
BROADWAY st.
Corpus Christi
361-882-1741
513 Clifford St.
Corpus Christi
361-883-1052
4601 Corona Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-857-5661
North shore
country club
801 E. Broadway
Portland
Oso Beach municipal
Golf Course
5601 S. Alameda ST.
Corpus Christi
361-826-8010
Yoga Studio of
Corpus Christi
Padre Isles
Country Club
14353 Commodore Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-994-8228
YWCA
River Hills
Country Club
4225 River Hill Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-387-3563
Health & Healing
Rockport
Country Club
361-729-8324
www.alohawell
nesscenter.net
361-776-9355
Rockport
Aloha Wellness
Center
Ingleside
101 Champions Dr.
Rockport Fulton
Tennis Center
Corpus Christi
361-980-9920
Rockport
361-729-2742
Altercare acupuncture and fertility
423 Paloma St.
5012 HWY. 35 N.
family planning of
the coastal bend
3536 HOLLY RD.
Corpus Christi
361-855-9107
www.LaFuente
Medspa.com
Corpus Christi
361-980-9800
Grooms Style, Tuxedos & Grooming
Al's Formal Wear
5425 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-991-7006
La Fuente
Mobile Medspa
Artistic Flowers
1302 Wildcat Dr.
Portland
361-643-6311
Natural Family Planning International
www.nfpand
more.org
Corpus Christi
361-767-1228
4659 EVERHART
RD., #103
Corpus Christi
361-852-2510
Bel's Tuxedo &
Quinceanera Boutique
2701 Morgan Ave.,
#600
Corpus Christi
361-888-7377
WELLNESS LASER THERAPY
Corona Tuxedo Sales
and Rentals
1322 Airline Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-993-2998
Invitations, Graphic Design & Printing
Jim's formal wear
1302 c Wildcat Dr.
Portland
361-643-6311
Aldape Printing
Company
The man shop
817 S. 14th St.
kingsville
361-592-7229
BY INVITATION ONLY
Men's Wearhouse
5425 SPID, #150
Corpus Christi
361-992-4782
custom print & copy
Tuxedos
7345 Up River Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-299-2199
Designs by Liz
Corpus Christi
361-887-2929
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-658-6819
Aransas Pass
361-758-3870
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-290-6990
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-510-0774
361-816-8698
Tuxedo Junction
5858 SPID, #74
Corpus Christi
361-993-2100
foil creations
www.myspace.com
/foilcreations
Tuxedo Place & More
5230 Kostoryz
Rd., #14b
Corpus Christi
361-855-5466
Foxcroft Stationers
4703 N. Main St.
VICTORIA
361-578-6162
Wedding Lace Bridal
& Tuxedo
324 E. Main St.
Alice
361-668-4202
Gerald Flores
graphic design
www.Gerald
Flores.com
Corpus Christi
361-774-3447
Corpus Christi
361-854-8484
Invitickles CC
Gyms, Fitness & Yoga
5301 Everhart Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-854-6563
the barre
fitness studio
4717 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-992-2773
Bay Area
Athletic Club
14325 Northwest
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-387-7555
Corpus Christi
Athletic Club
2101 Airline Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-992-7100
crossfit metro 361
401 S. Water St.
Corpus Christi
361-548-3578
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CROSSROADS YOGA
5830 McArdle Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-992-1111
Curves
9830 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-241-3888
Dyer Fitness
711 N. Carancahua St.
Corpus Christi
361-884-0007
Freedom Fitness
4938 S. Staples ST.,
Ste. D-9
Corpus Christi
361-814-7867
Gold's Gym
6643 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi
361-980-1406
Healthy Heart
Fitness Center Inc.
1601 S. Hwy. 77
Kingsville
361-592-6341
Jazzercise
S. Alameda ST.
Corpus Christi
361-992-3471
Megan Grime
Hatha Yoga
Corpus Christi
361-442-6651
Melissa Morales
Hatha Yoga
Corpus Christi
361-548-1564
Angel Light Yoga
& Wellness Center
JDezyns
www.jdezyns.com
Corpus Christi
361-510-0953
McLeod Creative
Graphic design & web
www.mcleod
creative.com
Corpus Christi
361-887-5054
Mimic copy and print
4455 SPID, #1
Corpus Christi
361-723-2679
O Gosh Papers & Party
3818 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi
361-855-5400
OSP Printing
5701 Gollihar Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-205-7572
Parkdale Printing
4106 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi
361-854-4101
Personally Yours Inc.
4357 Ocean Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-852-0288
Portland Printing
& Supplies
1007 Dallas St.
Portland
361-643-5621
Prints charming
design
5301 everhart
rd., Ste. C
Corpus Christi
361-855-7777
Rockport Printing
2220 Hwy. 35 N.
Rockport
361-729-6121
S & B Printing
2033 Airline Rd.,
Ste. C1
Corpus Christi
361-985-8491
Vintage Style
Calligraphy
vintagestyle
calligraphy@
yahoo.com
Corpus Christi
361-728-8899
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Jewelry & Accessories
Afram's Jewelers
1701 Airline RD.
Corpus Christi
361-993-9391
Al's Jewelers
P.O. Box 6482
Corpus Christi
361-985-8252
Aman’s Jewelry
La palmera mall
Corpus Christi
361-985-2178
Aransas Pass Pawn &
Jewelery
1045 W. Wheeler
Ave.
Aransas Pass
361-758-7296
Berry's Jewelers
5830 McArdle Rd.,
Ste. 1
Corpus Christi
361-854-3426
N-Shape fitness studio
2760 Santa Fe St.
Corpus Christi
361-548-7654
Nutritional
Weight Management
2033 Airline Rd.,
at Holly Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-985-1778
Paradise Health
& Fitness Center
2314 HWY. 361
Port Aransas
361-749-0031
Pathways to Wellness
617 Everhart Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-985-9642
Buxton's Jewelers
4711 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-992-8151
Corpus Christi
361-549-2466
Camille's Original
Jewelry Designs
6345-A SPID
Corpus Christi
361-991-0831
Penguin Inc.
Aransas Pass
361-758-5511
casa de oro Jewelers
4940 Gollihar Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-991-7054
Pilates Center of
Corpus Christi
1022 Santa Fe St.
Corpus Christi
361-884-2673
charming charlie
la palmera mall
Corpus Christi
361-980-1323
Pinnacle
Performance & Fitness
3765 S. ALAMEDA ST.
Corpus Christi
361-985-6031
D'Angela's Jewelers
5929 McArdle Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-992-9889
Platypus
Fitness Center
4202 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-992-0200
denny bales diamonds
STe. 101
Corpus Christi
361-991-0300
Pure Fitness
14701 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-334-3300
Distinguished Bride
www.jewelry4db.
com
Corpus Christi
361-249-1421
361-595-5811
Fine Jewelry
office studio
800 N. Shoreline
blvd., Ste. 340 S.
Corpus Christi
361-500-4433
Paula Spradlin
Hatha Yoga
Pure Platinum Gym
725 S. 14th St.
Kingsville
foxy designs
1420 Airline Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-992-5911
Massage
Francesca's
Collections
3820 S. Alameda
St.
Corpus Christi
361-814-9492
A Healthy Habit
Therpeutic Massage
112 N. Magnolia St.
Rockport
361-463-8867
Gold Bug
309 N. Water St.
Corpus Christi
361-883-8747
A Touch of Health
4600 Ocean Dr.,
Ste. #102A
Corpus Christi
361-992-2211
Gold Creations
La Palmera Mall
Corpus Christi
361-993-0449
Gold Falcon
Custom Jewelers
Abracadabra Debra
Wilcox RMT
707 Moore Ave.
Portland
361-643-4791
Gold master
4043 Ayers St.
Corpus Christi
361-852-4653
Gold-N-Things
9012 Dallas St.
Portland
361-643-9644
Goldsmith Jewelers
38316 S. Alameda
St.
Corpus Christi
361-857-0993
Gordons Jewelers
5488 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-993-3781
Port Aransas
361-749-4851
Accent on
Health Clinic
6042 Rio Vista
Ave.
Corpus Christi
361-882-8492
Alameda Fitness &
Rehab Center
5017 saratoga
blvd., ste. 139
Corpus Christi
361-814-4800
Aloha Chiropractic
& Wellness
2681 Hwy. 361
Ingleside
361-776-9355
Amelia Burson RMT
3833 S. Staples
St., #213
Corpus Christi
361-779-9678
9450 SPID, Ste. 5
Corpus Christi
361-854-5458
Hogues Jewelry
2 02 N. Washington St.
beeville
361-358-3859
Barbara Berger
Massage Therapists
4838 Holly Rd.,
Ste. #210
Corpus Christi
361-442-7951
James Avery Craftsman
5425 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-985-2012
Barrera, John D. RMT
4202 s. alameda st.
Corpus Christi
361-992-8855
Julian Gold
3840 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-853-9974
Body-N-Balance
massage and day Spa
900 N. Shorline
Blvd., Omni bayfront hotel
Corpus Christi
361-887-1600
ext. 3180
Kay Jewelers
5858 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-993-2760
Carter, Denise
3833 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi
361-854-7837
Mikhal's Boutique
2221 Beach St.
Corpus Christi
361-749-1648
Peter Barr Designing
Jewelers
3850 S. Alameda
St., Ste. #25
Contours
1116 Santa Fe St.
Corpus Christi
361-884-8838
Corpus Christi
361-992-2277
Corpus Christi
361-779-0745
Pharaoh's Jewelers
5702 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi
361-993-6898
Phillip Randolph
Jewelers
5638 Saratoga
Blvd., ste. 112a
Corpus Christi
361-992-6624
REED’S JEWELERS
5488 SPID
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-985-8261
Corpus Christi
800-300-2714
Rialto Jewelry
Company Inc.
darden, tina rmt
Dos Chuhuahuas Home
Visit Massage
118 Myrtle LN.
Rockport
361-563-1960
E & M Reflexology
5443 Everhart
Rd., Ste. A
Corpus Christi
361-857-5760
Exhalation Massage
5115 Cosner Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-903-2801
family health spa
10102 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-937-3303
1116 Santa Fe ST.
Corpus Christi
361-960-9797
Corpus Christi
361-585-5072
Rita's Designed
Jewelry
4106 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi
361-852-7482
Roger's Fine Jewelers
103 W. Sinton St.
Corpus Christi
361-364-4511
Four Palms Spa &
Treatment
rowdy maui
92 s. Austin St.
Rockport
361-790-8888
Green, angela
Salem's In The Mall
La Palmera Mall
Corpus Christi
361-992-0142
Gulf Coast Healing/
Massage Therapy
537 Moore Ave.
Portland
361-777-2838
Samuels Diamonds
5425 SPID, #157
Corpus Christi
361-994-5212
Gulf Breeze Massage
4401 Gulf Breeze
BLVD.
Corpus Christi
361-815-9754
Sazon Studio & Gallery
114 N. Austin St.
Rockport
361-205-7226
Hands On Approach
School of Massage
4639 Corona Dr.,
Ste. 18
Corpus Christi
361-853-7734
Shaw’s Jewelry
2833 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-850-8328
happy feet massage
361-500-4724
2423 Baldwin
Blvd.
5717 Saratoga
Blvd., Ste. 109
Corpus Christi
Sparkling City
Jewelers & florist
Corpus Christi
361-882-2605
Health-Wise
Massage Therapy
115 Copano
Ridge Rd.
Rockport
361-463-1471
Steve's Custom
Jewelers
315 S. Allister St.
Corpus Christi
361-749-6635
Summer Olvera Stella & Dot
Independent Stylist
Heaven's touch
Massage Therapy
614 8th St.
Portland
361-633-7376
www.stelladot.
com/summer
timememories
Corpus Christi
361-290-2280
Island day spa
13915 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-949-1444
Thomas Barnes
Fine Jewelry
108 N. Main St.
VICTORIA
361-576-6525
Island Massage
14255 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-949-2600
Trader Ricks
Gems & Gold
1220 Airline RD.,
Ste. #180
Corpus Christi
361-992-3381
Johnson, Julie RMT
322 Chenoweth Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-883-1232
Victoria's
Fine Jewelry
401 S. Austin St.
Rockport
361-729-4457
Kay Hailey Massage &
Reflexology
2167 4th ave.
Ingleside
361-775-1037
Victoria's Jewels
Ste. B8
Corpus Christi
361-992-7161
Kline, Katie RMT
Corpus Christi
361-774-2725
Wolfson Jewelry
Company
1024 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-884-7644
Zales Jewelers
La Palmera Mall
Corpus Christi
361-991-4971
Legal
Marriage Licenses Nueces County
Clerks Office
901 Leopard St.,
Rm. 201
Corpus Christi
361-888-0580
Lingerie & Bachelorette
Knots Out By Kim
7626 S. staples st.,
ste. 107
Corpus Christi
361-774-0245
Longevity & Wellness
Center
3301 S. Alameda
St., Ste. 100
Corpus Christi
361-225-0800
Massage Center
www.ccmassage
center.com
Corpus Christi
361-947-0958
Massage Envy
5425 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-992-3689
Miss Sues Massage
Therapy
407 Farley Ave.
Port Aransas
361-749-6997
The Bridal Boudoir
www.facebook.
com/tony
martinez
photography
Corpus Christi
361-425-3001
Moments In Paradise
salon & Day Spa
3720 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-334-3640
Cloud 9 Lingerie
Boutique
Corpus Christi
361-949-9898
Corpus Christi
361-853-7188
NewStride
Physical therapy
14302 Nemo Ct.
5147 Everhart Rd.
edible designs
Naughty cakes
www.edibledesigns
bymary.com
Corpus Christi
361-695-0729
Peace of Mind
602 N. Lower
Broadway
Corpus Christi
361-737-7813
Friends 4 Ever
6053 Weber Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-855-5115
Salon BY Nights
307 W. Ailsie Ave.
Kingsville
361-516-0552
gigi's intimate apparel
309B N. Water St.
Corpus Christi
361-533-8685
stress free massage
4925 Everhart Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-765-3104
Hidden Pleasures
Boutique
1209 E. Mockingbird Ln.
VICTORIA
361-570-8660
Yaklin, Robert RMT
3230 Reid Dr.,
Ste. 4-H
Corpus Christi
361-857-6892
Victoria's Secret
La Palmera Mall
Corpus Christi
361-993-1146
Zamora, Monica LMT
3751 S. Alameda St.,
The Vanity Box
Corpus Christi
361-533-1011
361-991-1264
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Habeeb's Jewelers
beacon chiropractic
clinic
Museums, Galleries and Historic Venues
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Bazans Photography
www.bazans.com
Corpus Christi
361-854-6552
361-749-7334
Bellezza
Photography
WWW.bellezza
photography.
com
Corpus Chrsiti
361-834-8495
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-884-6406
Blue Media Works
Photography
www.bluemedia
works.com
Houston
713-775-3327
Corpus Christi
361-825-3500
361-790-7782
www.blueribbon
photography.
blogspot.com
361-774-3709
Rockport
blue ribbon
photography
Corpus Christi
501 S. Austin St.
CC Museum of
Science & History
1900 N. Chaparral ST.
Corpus Christi
361-826-4650
Bright eyes photo
WWW.experience
brighteyes.com
Corpus Chrsiti
361-523-3010
Centennial House
411 N. Broadway
Corpus Christi
361-882-8691
Brite lite wedding
PHotography
WWW.brite
litewedding
photography.com
Corpus Chrsiti
512-297-6197
coastal creations
415 S. Austin St.
Rockport
361-790-8101
Corpus Chrsiti
Conner Museum TAMUK
Captured by carol
photography
www.captured
bycarol.com
361-688-5644
361-510-5644
905 W. Santa
Gertrudis Ave.
Kingsville
361-593-2810
361-729-0386
www.captured
momentsby
jessica.com
361-765-2509
RockportFulton
Captured Moments
by Jessica
Corpus Chrsiti
Fulton Mansion
317 Fulton Beach
Rd.
King Ranch Museum
405 N. 6th St.
Kingsville
361-595-1881
Capture the MomentS
Photography & Video
www.capturethe
momentsbybarbara.
photoreflect.com
Corpus Christi
361-834-9235
K Space Contemporary
415 starr st.
Corpus Christi
361-887-6834
Cara Mia Fotografie
www.foto
caramia.com
Corpus Christi
877-568-2272
Latitude 28°02'
105 N. Austin St.
Rockport
361-727-9009
Chevy’s Affordable
Photography
P.O. Box 969
Gregory
361-643-4382
Mustang Island Gallery
2222 Hwy. 361
port aransas
361-749-2200
corpus christi
Photo booth
www.CORPUSCHRISTI
photobooth.COM
Corpus Christi
361-425-6957
Orange Grove
Area Museum
1195 Eugenia
Kingsville
361-384-1300
www.dpphoto.biz
Corpus Christi
361-739-2143
Port a Gallery
345 Alister, Ste. B
port aransas
361-749-7402
D&P Photography &
videography
Rialto Theater and
Gallery
361-212-3575
361-758-0383
Danny Vivian
Photography
Victoria
Aransas pass
www.dvivian
photo.com
Rockport Center
For The Arts
902 Navigation
Cir.
david olds fotografie
361-944-3686
361-729-5519
www.davido
fotos.com
Corpus Christi
Rockport
Deux Boheme
Corpus Christi
361-816-7703
Produce
415 Peoples St.
Corpus Christi
361-882-5888
www.deux
boheme.com
Salt Flats Gallery
361-288-2752
Rockport
361-288-2752
www.diane
loyd.com
Rockport
415 S. Austin St., #9
Diane Loyd
Photography
Selena Museum
5410 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-289-9013
Dick Wittliff
Photography
517 Miramar Pl.
Corpus Christi
361-852-1905
Sidbury House
1609 N. ChaparraL St.
Corpus Christi
361-883-9352
Diva Dulce
www.divadulce
photo.com
Corpus Christi
361-442-5901
Simon Michael
Art Gallery
510 E. King St.
Rockport
DLG PHOTOGRAPHY
www.dlg
photo.com
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-446-6185
Texas state museum
of Asian Cultures
1809 N. Chaparral ST.
Corpus Christi
361-882-2641
DOSS PHOTOGRAPHY
www.mdoss
enterprises.com
CORPUS CHRISTI
210-392-7926
The USS Lexington
Museum
2914 N. Shoreline
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-888-4873
dr. rockstar
photobooth
www.doctor
rockstar.net
Corpus Christi
361-944-7625
Wilhelmi-Holland
Gallery
300 S. Chaparral St.
Corpus Christi
361-882-3523
Dulce & Bellezza
Photography
www.dulce
bellezza.com
Corpus Christi
361-834-8495
361-442-5901
Dustin Ashcraft
www.thedustin
ashcraft.com
Corpus Christi
361-813-5430
Eddie Hernandez
Photography
www.EH-Photo.
com
Corpus Christi
361-232-3142
Eddie Seal
Photography
www.eddieseal.
com
Corpus Christi
361-688-0887
Eleisha Ensign
Photography
www.ensign
photo.com
Harlingen
956-342-9942
Fonzie Muñoz
Photography
www.fonziemunoz
photography.com
Corpus Christi
361-723-0547
www.gabriel
rivasphoto
graphy.com
Corpus Christi
361-883-8970
Art Center for
the Islands
323 N. Alister
port aransas
ART CENTER OF
CORPUS CHRISTI
100 SHORELINE
BLVD.
Art Museum
of South Texas
1902 N. Shoreline
Blvd.
Austin street Gallery
361-729-6233
Officiants
becky perrin tie the knot
www.weddingofficiant-corpuschristi.com
Corpus Christi
361-537-2159
Brian D. Gasiorowski,
M. Div.
ccweddingman@
grandecom.net
Corpus Christi
361-855-6374
Pastor Edward
Corpus Christi
361-334-7550
Reverend Carsten
Meyer
Corpus Christi
361-688-7190
Reverend Geffen
(Gay & Lesbian
friendly)
Corpus Christi
361-813-2929
Gabriel Rivas
Photography
His helping hands
ministry - clint madill
www.hishelping
handsministry.org
rockport
361-557-0678
Grand event
photo boothS
Reverend Joy
Corpus Christi
361-992-9569
Granola Tech
www.granola
tech.com
Corpus Christi
361-249-3640
Corpus Christi
361-549-1102
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Corpus Christi
361-563-3716
Greg Spaulding
Photography
7202 Mansions
Dr., #M2
Corpus Christi
361-993-5230
Reverend Minerva M.
Perez
revmperez@
swbell.net
Rockport
361-729-6073
GVS Communications
504 Lauderdale Dr.
Rockport
361-727-0794
Judge Patrick Daly
301 N. Live Oak
Rockport
361-790-0131
Heidi Rae Photography
www.heidirae
photos.com
Corpus Christi
361-548-4641
Reverend T. DeAnda
Corpus Christi
361-980-1110
Idle Hands Photography & Videography
www.idlehands
photos.com
Weddings for All
Corpus Christi
361-779-0647
island digital images
VIRTUAL TOURS
www.islanddig
italimages.com
PORT ARANSAS
361-749-0422
J&P Photography
www.jandpphoto
graphy.com
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-442-6226
Jason Page Freelance
Photographer
www.jasondavid
page.com
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-589-9050
www.jeffloftin
photography.com
Reverend Melissa craig
Photography
361-790-9121
Albrecht Artistic
Photography
www.albrecht
artisticphoto
graphy.com
Alene Snodgrass
Photography
www.alene
snodgrass
photography.com
Corpus Christi
361.960.4601
Jeff Loftin
Photography
Anahi Navarro
Photography
www.anahi
weddings.com
BROWNSVILLE
956-266-1344
Jeff Prentice
Photography
7030 Bevington
Corpus Christi
361-980-3652
Corpus Christi
361-993-0437
Jerry Veglia
Photography
www.surf
jerry.com
Corpus Christi
361-993-1158
Corpus Christi
361-883-7927
Joey Grace
Photography
Corpus Christi
361-442-2401
Corpus Christi
361-851-8692
jonathan Ivy lifestyle
photography
www.jonathanivy
photography.com
dallas
281-224-1937
Journey Tree Studio
www.journey
treestudio.com
Corpus Christi
361-688-9407
Annette McPherson
Photography
517 Everhart Rd.
Art Attax
Back In An Hour Photo
4106-A S. Staples ST.
Berrett Photography
www.berrett
photography.com
victoria
Portland
361-579-6145
254-214-3251
866-875-0745
Registries & Home
Kate Leverenz
Photography
www.kateleverenz
photography.com
Corpus Christi
817-896-2303
Ashley Home Stores
4330 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-852-4199
kate love
photography
www.katelove
photo.com
Attic Antiques
1113 Railroad Ave.
Portland
361-643-8027
L-Ann Imaging
www.l-ann
imaging.com
VICTORIA
361-570-8326
Bay Window
701 & 705 HWY. 35 N.
Rockport
361-790-7025
Leading Edge Imaging
www.leading
edgeimage.com
Victoria
361-648-1280
Bed Bath & Beyond
4717 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-225-0674
Loco Motion
flip books
www.locomotion
flipbooks.com
Corpus Christi
210-367-7172
Dillard's
La Palmera Mall
Corpus Christi
361-991-7300
M&J Photography and
Video Productions
www.mjphoto
graphy.com
Corpus Christi
361-991-8505
four chicks
in the park
3810 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-854-4446
MD Photography
www.mymdphoto
graphy.com
Corpus Christi
361-537-2613
The Frame Factory
4118 S. Staples ST.
Corpus Christi
361-851-0052
Megan Hodge
Photography
www.meganhodge
photography.com
Corpus Christi
361-633-9680
Hanley wood
3835 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-853-3031
Memories, Inc.
2833 SPID, # 11
Corpus Christi
361-855-4027
JC Penny Bridal Registry
La Palmera Mall
Corpus Christi
361-991-7251
Mesmerizing
PhotographY
www.mesmerizing
photography.com
Corpus Christi
361-944-8480
Kohl's - Bridal
Registries
5626 Saratoga
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-992-3726
Corpus Christi
361-944-5300
La palmera Mall
5488 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-991-5718
Macy's
La Palmera Mall
Corpus Christi
361-994-2238
New Beginnins
410 S. Austin St.
Rockport
361-729-8778
Paradise House
1141 HWY. 35 N.
Rockport
361-790-0000
Sears
Sunrise Mall
Corpus Christi
361-994-4200
Target - Bridal Registry
5425 SPID
Corpus Christi
800-888-9333
World Market
5425 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-906-2266
Accent Tan
5638 Saratoga
Blvd., Ste. #114
Corpus Christi
361-985-8811
Electric Tan
www.electric
tancc.com
Corpus Christi
361-334-9525
Electrik Beach
Harbor Oaks
Village Shopping
Center
Rockport
361-729-4065
Sun Seekers
13525 Northwest
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-767-2826
361-765-8668
Sun Tan
15358 Das Marinas
Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-949-1335
Corpus Christi
361-548-7282
Portland
361-643-8267
Moments and Memories
Photography
Nathan Shrout
Photography
www.facebook.com
/nathanshrout
photography
Corpus Christi
361-215-0874
Neha Photo Video
722 E. Murray St,
Rockport
361-729-6342
New Wave
Photography
www.newwave
photo.com
Corpus Christi
361-334-9237
Okin-Larkin Enterprises
442 Williamson Pl.
Corpus Christi
361-850-0568
Olan Mills
1324 Airline Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-992-0822
Oneal Studios
4410 Dillon LN.
Corpus Christi
361-854-3338
Parr Earl
Photography
622 Meadowbrook Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-980-0991
Paul Iverson
Photography
550 Parade Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-991-5554
Perry Langbein
Photography
www.perry
langbeinphoto
graphy.com
beeville
Photo booths by
Image Cinema
555 S. Shoreline,
Ste. 105
Corpus Christi
361-851-9811
Picture Playhouse
5017 Saratoga Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-992-7529
Tanning Salons
Pose & smile
photo booth
www.poseandsmile
photobooth.com
Pozerz Photo booth
www.pozerzphoto
booth.com
Corpus Christi
361-334-3993
third coast spray
tanning
Rachel scott
photography
rachelizabeth12
@aol.com
Corpus Christi
361-742-2787
Tropical Tan
Raymond Gray
Photography
www.grayphoto
graphyinc.com
Corpus Christi
361-853-4450
Transportation, Car Rental & Limousines
Rebekah Workman
www.rebekah
workman.com
Corpus Christi
1103 Railroad
1st Choice Limousine
Services
5230 Kostoryz
Rd., Ste. #14B
Corpus Christi
361-855-5466
Avis Rent A Car
1000 International Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-883-5108
Caliente Coaches
www.caliente
coaches.com
Corpus Christi
361-563-5895
Cars & Carts
www.txbeach
cartrentals.com
Port aransas
361-749-1655
Coastal Limousines
4220 SPID Ste. 107
Corpus Christi
361-779-0840
Corpus christi
harley davidson
502 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-854-3146
Corpus christi
Party Bus
www.ccparty
bus.com
Corpus Christi
361-765-4997
Dollar - Airport
Corpus Christi
361-289-2911
Elite Transportation
elitetranspo@
gmail.com
Portland
361-633-1083
executive limousines
www.ccexecu
tivelimos.com
Corpus Christi
361-949-1161
Harbor Parking Inc.
711 N. Carancahua St., Ste. 904
Corpus Christi
361-850-7154
Rio Photo
www.jrio
photo.com
Corpus Christi
361-429-8066
Ron Randolf
Photography
www.picture
classics.com
Corpus Christi
361-992-1826
Sarah Diane
Photography & Design
www.sarah
dianephoto
graphy.com
Corpus Christi
361-960-3689
SHAUNA MANESS
PHOTOGRAPHY
WWW.SHAUNA
MANESS.COM
CORPUS CHRISTI
Soleil Photography
www.soleilphotos.com
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-510-7666
Solis Photography
1401 S. Reynolds
Alice
361-668-8399
Southwest
Photographics
2033 Airline RD.,
#G2
Corpus Christi
361-985-2500
The Studio
www.thestudio
texas.com
CORPUS CHRISTI
361-549-3320
361-275-8906
studio eleven
photography
www.studio
elevenphoto
graphy.org
skidmore
361-354-3886
THIRD COAST
PHOTO & WEB
WWW.THIRDCOAST
PHOTO.COM
Corpus Christi
361-442-0628
Hertz - Airport
350 Pinson Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-289-0777
Unique Photography
5425 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-986-1203
Hertz Rent A Car
4226 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-225-2596
Von Foto
Photography
15406 Salt Cay Ct.
Corpus Christi
361-985-0606
Limos of Texas
4825 everhart
rd., ste. 7
Corpus Christi
361-992-7234
Ward Photography
5407 Everhart Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-857-8068
Limousines Unlimited
4001 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi
361-884-5466
White Wedding
Photography
www.white
weddingphoto
graphy.net
Corpus Christi
361-288-5186
Millenium Limousines
3630 spid
Corpus Christi
361-857-0515
National - Airport
Corpus Christi
361-289-0515
Corpus Christi
361-877-5466
Corpus Christi
361-739-5119
Wright Photography
skylerwright
@yahoo.com
Victoria
361-701-2907
Pre-Marital Education, Training & Counseling
Paradise limousines
Nueces County
Community Action
Agency
Party in Pink
limousines
www.nccaatx.org
Corpus Christi
361-654-7953
361-654-7913,
dial 211
www.partyin
pinklimousines.
com
361-548-2641
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Just Shoot Me
Photography
Royal Coach of
Victoria, LLC
www.royalcoach
victoria.com
VICTORIA
361-570-5466
Digital Memories
4902 Berrydale Cir.
Corpus Christi
361-855-4370
Sunset Limousines
4220 SPID, Ste. 107
Corpus Christi
361-777-0005
film & Story
www.filmand
story.com
Corpus Christi
361-765-8990
The Limousine
Company
4599 N. hwy. 77
robstown
361-814-5466
Fula music/video
productions
www.myspace.com/
musicwitch2006
Corpus Christi
361-334-5820
Third Coast Rent-A-Car
3115 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-814-9595
Granola Tech
www.granola
tech.com
Corpus Christi
361-549 -1102
Thrifty
1928 N. Padre
Island Dr.
Corpus Christi
361-289-0042
M&J Photography and
Video Productions
www.mjphoto
graphy.com
Corpus Christi
361-991-8505
Valley Transit
Greyhound Bus Lines
Corpus Christi
361-882-2516
Once in a Lifetime
Productions
www.mycorpus
Christivideos.com
Corpus Christi
361-549-6959
Vintage Chauffeur
megarunner922@
yahoo.com
Corpus Christi
361-215-1617
peter dustin
Productions
www.mycorpus
Christivideos.com
Corpus Christi
361-549-6959
VIP Limousine
3630 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-510-8077
Ready for Action
Productions
Corpus Christi
512-656-0744
White horse &
carriage company
www.white
horseand
carriage.com
ready4action
productions@
yahoo.com
Corpus Christi
210-646-4102
Royalty Media Group
Corpus Christi
361-563-7336
Corpus Christi
facebook.
com/roy.m.
trejo
Corpus Christi
361-815-6608
Travel & Honeymoon Agencies
Alrich Travel
Studio 111
Corpus Christi
361-960-6786
Wedding Scene
Productions
505 S. Water St.
ASA/Delta Air Lines
506 International
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-289-6893
Wedding Consultants & Planners
Ascuba venture
6121 SPID
Corpus Christi
361-985-1111
accent designs
by annette
2001 E. Red River
St.
victoria
361-652-1801
Avanti Travel
6026 S. Alameda ST.
Corpus Christi
361-855-5981
Beyond Imagination
Celebrations
www.Bynd
imagination.com
Corpus Christi
361-443-8044
Bay Area Travel
3014 Hwy. 35 N.
Rockport
361-729-2290
361-992-9813
1017 Airline Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-994-8747
www.butler
signature
events.com
Corpus Christi
Carefree Travel
& Cruises
Butler Signature
Events
By The Ritz
www.bytheritz.
com
Corpus Christi
361-852-0775
Continental Airlines
506 International
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
corpus christi
Convention &
Visitors Bureau
www.visit
corpuschristi
tx.org/
cheapdateswed@
yahoo.com
Aransas Pass
832-782-2571
Corpus Christi
800-678-6232
Cheap Dates Wedding
& Special Events
Services
Corpus Christi
International Airport
506 International
Blvd.
Classic Elegance
361-288-5398
361-289-0171
www.classic
eleganceplan
ners.com
Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi
CruiseOne
www.grrr8
cruises.com
www.event
creations.net
361-946-0432
361-949-1011
Event Creations
Port Aransas
Corpus Christi
Crusing company, etc.
www.cruising
co.com
Corpus Christi
361-437-8599
Corpus Christi
361-852-3577
Dillard's Travel
La Palmera Mall
Corpus Christi
361-991-5200
Aransas Pass
361-758-6600
Executravel
800-435-9792
Get Jeweled
productions
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Heavenly Designs
Plants & Gifts
4902 Holly Rd.,
Ste. 102
Corpus Christi
361-994-7673
Josh Salinas and
company
1312 Ayers st.
Corpus Christi
361-437-8989
361-693-5003
La Mirage
123 NorthStar
VICTORIA
361-550-5828
Love celebrations
Event planning studio
517 Everhart Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-877-9298
Modern Eventures
ModernEventures
@gmail.com
Corpus Christi
361-331-4623
Two Chic Event
Productions
4536 CR 56-C
Calallen
361-562-7309
Two Doves in the sand
www.twodoves
inthesand.com
corpus christi
361-444-3779
361-658-9583
www.weddingday
creationsand
events.com
Orange grove
361-947-0781
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Litton Travel
& Treasures
4101 Hwy. 77
Corpus Christi
361-242-9292
Major travel
consulting
www.garymajor.
rovia.com
Corpus Christi
361-239-8049
Rockport Tours
801 Oriole St.
Corpus Christi
361-937-3488
Sanborn's
Travel Service
3823 S. Alameda ST.
Corpus Christi
361-855-3351
Selmen Esther
1305 Florida Ave.
Corpus Christi
361-225-4727
Signature
Flight Support
506 International
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-289-0585
Wedding Day
Creations and Events
Southwest Airlines
506 International
Blvd.
Corpus Christi
361-881-8832
Wedding Conferences, Fairs & Events
Sparkling City
Charter
1726 Rhew Rd.
Corpus Christi
361-299-1886
the engagement party
engagementparty
[email protected]
corpus christi
361-425-8080
the travel store
thetravelstore
@ymail.com
Corpus Christi
361-387-8747
361-887-5054
311 S. Station St.,
Unit A
www.theonebride
guide.com/
events/insideout
corpus christi
TeXas Association
of Convention &
Visitors Bureaus
Port Aransas
361-749-0467
the one inside out
Marriage and wedding
Conference:
January 6th, 2013 at
the ortiz center!
Omni hotels bridal
showcase
900 N. Shoreline
Blvd.
corpus christi
361-887-1600
Port A Weddings
www.porta
weddings.com
Port Aransas
361-772-5571
the wedding fair
www.weddingfair
events.com
corpus christi
888-828-1314
Videographers
1-Shot Video
productions
www.1shot
video.com
Corpus Christi
361-765-5841
Big Box Pro
4209 S. Alameda St.
Corpus Christi
361-883-4227
Corpus Christi
361-854-5937
Bluebonnet Videos
budget wedding
videos
www.budget
weddingvideos.
net
victoria
361-894-3456
Concept One
Productions LLC
www.concept
oneproduc
tions.com
Corpus Christi
361-443-2922
D&P Photography &
videography
www.dpphoto.biz
Corpus Christi
361-739-2143
To view demo wedding videos log on to: www.BigBoxPro.com
3817 S Alameda, #G Corpus Christi, Texas 78411 (361) 883-4227
Photo by Morgan Lynn
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Sim p ly E legant
817 Airline Rd.
Corpus Christi, Tx 78412
B y: R a y m o n d
361.334.3117
by Ben Montes, Dr. Rockstar
photos courtesy Dr. Rockstar
T
Another example would
be a wedding
with an outdoor
reception. By
up-lighting pillars or
trees in green, blue and
purple, you set the mood for
the perfect cocktail hour as the sun
sets. Just make sure your bartender
has plenty of margarita mix and the
DJ has plenty of Jimmy Buffet on hand!
here is nothing I love more than to
meet with clients to discuss their
special event. Since this article is for
The One Bride Guide, I'll focus on
wedding details.
When I meet with a Bride, I don't
limit our discussions to our services and what I can offer them...
I'm interested in the whole
enchilada! The wedding theme?
Is it a simple yet delicate theme
with soft white lights or a beach
wedding with loud peacock colors? The cake? Who's making it and
what color and design? The florals?
Bright florals with feathers or simple
white lilies? The linens? Solid white? Two
tone? You get the point.
These are just a few things I need to take
into consideration when planning an
event, and I'll tell you why. All this information helps me visualize the event and
how it will look (at least in my mind).
•
The client and I both have to paint each
other a visual picture of what we see
the reception looking like. First, we start
with a blank canvas which is the "hall" or
"venue." Now, I will tell you... I've worked
at some halls that should have been
condemned in the 1980's, but sometimes
you just have to make do! With the proper
AMBIENT lighting, you can turn an eyesore
of a banquet hall into a PRINCESS PALACE
with some bright purple and blue light
illuminating the walls.
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If a Bride decides she wants red roses as
her florals and has black and red linens,
with red roses all over her cake, I am able
to match that by projecting images of
red roses EVERYWHERE using the intelligent
lighting that my company utilizes. And
when I say EVERYWHERE, I mean it. All over
the walls, on the dance floor, you name
it. The images of the roses turn round and
round ever so slowly. When the guests
arrive, I see them look around the room
in amazement, wondering where those
images of roses are coming from. It really
adds to the overall theme and really sets
the mood for the evening. A decent production or lighting company will be able
to do this effortlessly, not just with roses but
with anything you can imagine.
Which brings me to my main point. More
often than not, I will have to explain the
difference between AMBIENT lighting and DISCO lighting to my clients.
AMBIENT lighting is just that. It creates
a certain ambience to a room, hall or
outdoor venue. It sets a certain mood
that overtakes a room. Imagine walking
into a reception hall... the entire room is
illuminated blue with violet accents. Dinner is being served while you can hear
the DJ playing some smooth jazz (most
likely Diana Krall) in the background.
This is a classic example of how lighting
can set the mood of a room. We can
take the same room and brighten it up
with greens and yellows for a spectacular background while the toasts to the
Bride and Groom are being made... and
immediately change everything to red
while the Bride & Groom have their first
dance to the song "Lady in Red"...
With the production of high power/low
consumption LED light fixtures, even those
of you who want to "do-it-yourself" will have
a fun time creating the perfect ambience
for your event. Not only are these fixtures
used for halls, AMBIENT lights are being
used to highlight trees, buildings, signs,
statues & other indoor and outdoor fixtures
due to it's popularity and affordability.
Face it, we have all been to enough
lack-luster weddings where the only lighting in the place are the florescent fixtures
that make everyone look yellow. These
days, with the help of television shows like
"My Fair Wedding" and "My Sweet 16," a
Bride-to-be can get an idea of the AMBIENT lighting that's available to her. It not
only creates a pleasant atmosphere, but
it also looks great in photos! When you
create an astounding atmosphere with
the right light, look, and color, your guests
will compare your wedding to every
other wedding they attend and put you
at the top! Just don't look puzzled if they
ask you to get married again!
Contact Dr. Rockstar at 361.944.ROCK
(7625) or visit www.doctorrockstar.net
Ask her father (or appropriate
family member) for a blessing
on the marriage.
Tell your families and friends that you
got engaged.
Communicate with your Brideto-be and ask her what tasks you
can help with. Listen, Listen, Listen.
Choose a Best Man.
Choose your groomsmen (use
one usher per 50 guests).
Discuss who will be paying for
the wedding, if relevant, and
start a wedding budget.
Find and reserve locations for the
ceremony and the reception.
Go over health insurance information, legal papers and get a pre-nup
if necessary.
Start a guest list - get input from
your parents (you usually only send
announcements to people you are
inviting to the wedding).
Register for wedding gifts
(get this over with early so
friends & family can buy gifts
for engagement events).
Reserve wedding night
accommodations.
Meet with the officiant.
Pick out and order tuxes and
accessories.
Schedule any pre-nuptial classes or
counseling (sometimes required by
religions).
Help with thank-you notes before and
after the wedding.
Prepare your vows.
Get a marriage license (blood
test needed in most states).
Arrange transportation for the
entire wedding party for the
wedding day events (consider that
you will be arriving separately, but
leaving as a couple).
Buy and insure the wedding rings.
Buy your groomsmen gifts.
Finalize date and time.
Buy a special wedding day gift
for your new spouse.
Make sure groomsmen have
info for ordering tuxes.
Hire a photographer.
Hire a videographer.
Do a cake tasting and pick
out Groom’s cake.
Plan the honeymoon.
Have a bachelor party.
Prepare toasts.
Find a caterer and choose menu.
Get a haircut and manicure.
Send out invitations.
Do something sweet for your
Bride-to-be.
Order alcohol for the reception.
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