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Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

Christine M. DiamondCertified Wedding and Event Planner


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Welcome To Our StudioWe are so excited that you have contacted us and are here to assist you in the planning process of your special day or event! This unique planning company provides a variety of services including full service planning options.

You will find our packages and pricing designed to fit your budget accordingly. Also included are additional tools and requirements to assist with your wedding. Christine Diamond is the lead wedding planner as well as owner of Christine’s Diamond Events Studio.

Again, we thank you for your inquiry and look forward to assisting you with your planning needs!

Christine’s Diamond Events Studios12 Pebble Beach DriveStafford, Virginia 22554

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(540) 658-0850Email: [email protected]: www.CDEventsStudios.com

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http://www.CDEventsStudios.com/

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The CompanyChristine’s Diamond Events Studio is a Stafford, Virginia based wedding and event planning company designed to provide all aspects of wedding and special events. The company mission is to create breathtaking results combined with your vision and our creative interpretation.

We base our values on the principles to uniquely and professionally plan weddings and events that will leave lasting memories. Our goal is to provide our clients with customized planning services with excellence and a personal touch. No event is out of reach to handle from our perspective.

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Meet Christine

I’m a native New Jersey “shore girl” and love everything about beaches, the ocean, bagels and pizza! Moreover, I love being the organization and creativity “guru” that I am. For years I have had the ability to utilize my creativity by planning small but amazing events for friends and family. It didn’t really dawn on me that I could take this “gift” to the next level when I planned the baby shower for the arrival of my first

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grandson. When word spread about the success of that event back in 2008, I quickly realized this was the “business dream” on the back burner and needed to be birthed to the forefront. So thus, the journey began.

I love the planning process of assisting clients with their visions and walking them through the process to see their vision become a reality. That within itself is a personal joy knowing clients can trust that I will go above and beyond their expectations and provide them with outstanding professionalism. Although my company is new, I bring a wealth of experience where I am accustomed to perfecting the smallest and simplest details while managing multiple projects at one time.

Executive Level Legal/Corporate Executive Assistant 30+ years Administrative management (calendar, logistics, travel) Project management (Division/section social events) Certified Wedding Planner Intern - Stephanie White Events, LLC

You can expect professionalism, courtesy and “on point” results with my services. Thank you in advance for your consideration.

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Initial Consultation Meeting (What to Expect)I can meet anywhere suitable to your liking whether it is at your home, my home office, Starbucks or an outside café. Flexibility is key!

During our initial meeting, I will get to know you as a couple and how your “story” came about. We will review the consultation questionnaire in order to discuss your unique vision and the framework of your wedding day. I will provide you with tools and additional information you will need for the planning process. You will also be required to complete a more in depth questionnaire and contract to retain our services. You will be provided with a packet containing my business card, brochure, vendor suggestion list and other useful information for your personal reference. The consultation should take 30 minutes to an hour, depending on how much assistance you require. It is always my pleasure to help you plan your special wedding day

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Our Wedding Planning PackagesWe offer three (3) packages that are sure to fit your needs. In addition, we offer a la carte services and a wide variety of other products and services to assist you from beginning to end. Complete package, a la carte and other services along with pricing are listed on the attached sheet.

Full Service Wedding Planner Package (The Diamond Jewel III) – This package is designed to give you complete full service wedding planning to ensure your vision becomes reality, especially when time is of the essence. In mind for the couple that wants it all, this package is essential to create all that the couple needs for their wedding day. It will include all the planning as well as day of services to ensure all of the pieces are well put together and the event is moving according to timeline set.

“Day Of Wedding” Planning Package (The Diamond Jewel II) – This package is designed for the couple not wanting to do more than what they need or should do on their special day. We plan to execute your wedding day the way you’ve envisioned and planned it so you can enjoy the day you have always dreamed of.

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Wedding Planning Consulting Package (The Diamond Jewel I) – This package is designed to provide full assistance with wedding day plans without on-site wedding day coordination. It consists of several one-on-meetings to help in the areas that are needed in your planning process.

_________________________________________________________________Full Service Wedding Planner Package (The Diamond Jewel III) (Starting at $3,500)

Unlimited personal consultations for meetings and vendor consultations Unlimited consultations via email or phone Wedding planning binder to organize contracts, magazine inspiration & miscellaneous

information Preparation, management and allocation of budget Provide wedding planning timeline and maintain schedule for meetings, deadlines, and

vendor payments Schedule, coordinate, and attend all meetings with wedding vendors Venue research to include locating venues, correspond with venue manager, schedule

appointments, and attend tours Vendor recommendations suitable to client’s budget and taste to include: photographer,

videographer, caterer, bar catering, band and/or DJ, florist, cake designer, stationer or invitation designer, and all other wedding professionals

Read and oversee all contracts executed by the client with wedding professionals Negotiate contracts, promotions, and discounts with wedding professionals Complete style and design planning to include a design board Wedding style consultation to review ideas for the wedding day

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Assistance with ordering save the dates, invitations, escort cards, place cards, table numbers, menu cards, and other stationery needs

Create floor plan and overview set-up logistics Seating arrangement assistance Assist with selecting catering and beverage menus Arrange transportation and hotel accommodations for wedding party and out of town

guests

Create master itinerary to be reviewed and approved by client, including schedules for vendor set-up, hair and make-up, and ceremony and reception activities.

Provide itinerary to the bridal party and select vendors participating in day-of activities Discuss reception activities with vendors involved Finalize all remaining vendor payments

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__________________________________________________________________“Day Of Wedding” Planning Package (The Diamond Jewel II) (Starting at $1,500)

One-On-One Meetings with Bride and Groom 2-3 months prior to wedding date Unlimited calls, emails and guidance through the planning process Coordination of Wedding Rehearsal Coordination of the Bridal Party including parents and grandparents Customized event itinerary including wedding day timeline Coordination of all vendors and décor for wedding on the day of the event Act as Point of Contact (POC) for all vendors for the day of event Coordination of the event from conception, throughout and end of the day on the day of

event Set up personal items (programs, ceremony, favors, etc.) Décor setup and breakdown Ensure all vendors receive final payments and gratuities Supervision of post reception clean-up

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__________________________________________________________________Wedding Planning Consulting Package (The Diamond Jewel I) ($65.00 Hourly Fee)

Venue Consultation Budget and checklist development and management Event styling and etiquette consultation Reception and ceremony layout plan design consultation Vendor recommendations Vendor/consultation meetings (4 meetings) Vendor contract negotiations consultation Assistance with menu development and recommendations on food choice Monthly planning meetings (begins immediately Venue walkthrough meetings (one for each venue) Ongoing communication with consultant via phone or e-mail (10 hours)

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Additional A La Carte Planning Services

Engagement Party Bridal Shower and LuncheonRehearsal DinnerPost Wedding Day BrunchInvitation RSVP ManagementHospitality Suite ManagementWedding Invitation AssemblyCalligraphy Writing ServicesStyle and Design ConsultationThemed celebrations

*Pricing may vary depending upon definition of planning needs

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Payment Schedule

Payment can be made in 4 installments The first 25% is due with your signed contract and will serve as a non-refundable retainer for servicesThe final 25% is due 3 weeks prior to your wedding

Accepted Methods of Payment: Cash, Check, Cashier’s Check, Credit/Debit Card (All checks are to be made payable to Christine’s Diamond Events Studio)

Cancellation Policy

You have the right to cancel this letter of agreement for any reason in writing and signed by all parties within (7) business days of signature execution. The retainer is non-refundable. If cancellation of services occurs less than fourteen days prior to the wedding date, refunds will not be granted, except in the case of particularly extenuating circumstances as determined by Christine’s Diamond Events Studio.

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Contract AgreementThis contract agreement certifies that I/We, __________________, (hereinafter, “the Bride”/“Bride and Groom”/Client), have retained Christine’s Diamond Events Studio (hereinafter “CDES” or the “Company”) to provide planning services for the wedding/special event on ______________, the _____ day of _________ 20__.

__________(Initials)

The amount of _________________________________ and No cents ($___________) is the fee for services to be rendered by which [Bride”/“Bride and Groom”/Client] ____________ have confirmed accordance to the package price for which has been chosen... __________(Initials)

A deposit in the amount of Four Hundred Dollars and No cents ($400.00) shall be paid at or within three (3) days of the signing of this contract to lock said event date. The remaining balance of _________________________ Dollars and No cents ($1,100.00) can be paid (1) in full initially or (2) in accordance to the payment schedule outline.

` __________(Initials)

Services rendered by Christine’s Diamond Events Studio will commence immediately upon the date of receipt of the contract and deposit. You will have 3 calendar days beginning the date of receipt of the contract to null and void which entitles you to a full refund of your initial deposit and cancellation of the contract. Please be advised that failure to cancel within the allotted time

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frame deems your initial deposit as non-refundable.__________(Initials)

If all aspects of the wedding and reception planning has been finalized and confirmed to include the customized rehearsal and the order of service for the ceremony and reception and the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] wishes to cancel, there will be a $150.00 fee to break the contract.


If the wedding has to be rescheduled by the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] or CDES because of uncontrollable circumstances to include death, illness, or a scheduling conflict pertaining to vendors, not to include personal reasons, a reschedule date can be made; however, it must be confirmed by both the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] and CDES. If the date has to be rescheduled or cancelled by the Bride or CDES for personal reasons to include change of heart, change of mind, or inconvenience, a $50.00 penalty fee will be paid by the responsible party.


If there is a cancellation and materials and wedding/décor supplies have been purchased or floral arrangement and decorations have been made prior to the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] request, the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] will be responsible for full payment of said items prior to cancellation.

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Additional services, floral arrangements, or decorations that have not been allocated for in the confirmed contract will require an addendum to be written and additional fees will be required for said services and items. _________(Initials)

*Please Note: If this contract is breached by either party or terms of the contract are not adhered to, this matter can be subject to civil court for resolution. The [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] is to be aware that [she/he/they] has chosen the CDES based on trust and honesty, and any suggestions or information brought forth to [her/him/them] is based on research, personal knowledge and experience, or credibility. CDES professional represents and has the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client]’s best interest at heart at all times and acknowledges that all final decisions will be made by the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] and/or the responsible party.

Agreed and Accepted By:

___________________________________ _____________________________[NAME] Date[Bride/Bride and Groom/Client]

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___________________________________ _____________________________Christine M. Diamond DateOwner/Executive Lead CoordinatorChristine’s Diamond Events Studios

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Client Questionnaire

Please take a look at the questions below. These questions are to get you started in preparing and thinking about your Big Day before our Consultation Appointment on October 26, 2017 at 6:00pm

1. Type of Event?

2. What is your vision for your “Event”?

3. What is your budget for this event?

4. Have you thought about a date and time for your event?

5. Do you have vendors already in mind that you would like to use? If so, who are they?

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6. Have you thought about the décor items you would like to incorporate (i.e. centerpieces, candles, arch, etc.)?

7. How many guests do you plan to invite?

8. What are your expectations for your event?

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Wedding Party Checklist

Maid of Honor's Checklist Helps the bride select bridesmaids’ attire

Helps address invitations and place cards

Attends as many prenuptial events as possible

Organizes bridesmaids’ gift to the bride

Is expected to attend the rehearsal and is

included at the rehearsal dinner

Walks in processional and recessional

Holds the groom’s wedding ring

Helps with the bride’s gown

Arranges the bride’s veil and train before the

processional and recessional

Makes sure the bride’s gown is “picture perfect”

throughout the day

Holds the bride’s bouquet during the ceremony

Witnesses the signing of the marriage certificate

Stands in the receiving line

Keeps the bride on schedule

Takes care of the bride’s gown and accessories

after the reception if requested

Pays for own wedding attire and transportation to

Bridesmaid's Checklist

Assist the Maid of Honor as

requested

Attend as many prenuptial

events as possible

Possibly host or co-host a party or

shower (optional)

Assist the bride with errands

Contribute to bridesmaids’ gift to the

bride.

Are expected to attend the rehearsal

and are included at the rehearsal

dinner

Arrive at dressing site promptly

Walk in processional and

recessional

Possibly participate in

receiving line

Participate in bouquet

toss, if single

Pays for own wedding attire


the wedding and transportation to the

wedding

Best Man's Checklist

Organizes a pre-wedding party for the groom

Coordinates the ushers’ gift to the groom

Usually gives an individual gift to the couple

Is expected to attend the rehearsal and is

included in the rehearsal dinner

Gets the groom dressed and to the ceremony on

time

Makes sure the groom’s wedding related

expenses are prepared (Officiant fee, tips, etc.)

Makes sure the groom has the marriage license

with him

Enters the sanctuary with the groom

Takes care of and holds the bride’s wedding ring

Makes sure all ushers are properly attired and in

place on time

Walks in the recessional

Witnesses the signing of the marriage

certificate

Drives the bride and groom to reception, if no

driver is hired

Head Usher's Checklist

Expected to attend the rehearsal and is included

at the rehearsal dinner

Receives any lists of guests who are to be

seated in a specific pew and is aware of the

importance and sequence of seating special

guests, such as the mothers and grandmothers

of the bride and groom

Makes sure that programs, if used, are handed

to guests when they are seated

Makes sure that people who are designated to

receive special flowers or corsages do receive

them, if the flowers have not been delivered to

the recipients beforehand

Checks that all ushers are dressed properly and

wearing their boutonnieres on the left side, stem

down

Makes sure that the ushers know how to

usher, how to greet guests, how to offer an arm

to a single woman guest, and how to precede a

couple to their seats

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Helps welcome guests at reception

Offers first toast to bride and groom at reception

Dances with the bride, maid of honor, mothers,

and single female guests

Helps the groom get ready for the honeymoon

Gathers up and takes care of groom’s wedding

clothes after he changes

Has a car ready for the bride and groom to

leave the reception or perhaps drives them to

their next destination

Completes entire Groomsmen and Ushers

Checklist, as needed

Groomsmen & Usher's Checklist

Participate in party for the groom, if there is one

Contribute to the ushers’ gift to the groom.

Usually gives an individual gift to the couple

Expected to attend the rehearsal and the

rehearsal dinner

Review any special seating situations with the

head usher before the ceremony begins

Greets guests as they arrive

Seat the eldest women first if a group of

guests arrive simultaneously

Ask guests whether they are to be seated on

the bride’s side or the groom’s side

Offer their right arm to female guests (with the

Mother of the Bride's Checklist

Hosts an engagement party (the bride’s family

traditionally gets the first opportunity)

Helps couple to decide on sites or assists in

making other big planning decisions

Usually contributes to the wedding budget

Assists the bride in putting together the

family’s guest list

Offers suggestions for special family or ethnic

ceremony traditions

May help bride to shop for wedding gown and

accessories

Chooses own wedding day outfit (may consult

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guest’s escort walking behind) or ask couples to

follow behind (leading couple to their seat)

Walk to the left side of a male guest

Hand each guest a program when each guest

has taken their seat

Put the aisle runner in place after guests are

seated and before the processional begins

Know the order of seating per tradition such as

special guests, grandmothers of the bride and

groom, and bride’s mother last

Remove pew ribbons, one row at a time, after

the ceremony

Close windows and check pews for programs or

articles left behind after the ceremony

Are prepared to direct guests to the reception

site (having extra maps available, if used)

Dance with bridesmaids and other guests at the

reception

Look after elderly relatives or friends

Participate in garter ceremony, if there is one,

and encourage other single men to participate

Coordinate return of rented apparel with head

usher or best man

Pay for own wedding attire and transportation to

the wedding

with mother of the groom about formality)

Along with the maid of honor and

bridesmaids, may plan and host bridal shower

On wedding day help bride to get ready

May accompany daughter and husband to

ceremony

Walk in recessional with husband following

wedding party

Greet guests in receiving line

May be announced along with husband

Sits in an honored place at parent’s table

May assist with coordinating vendors

May host a post-wedding brunch)

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Father of the Bride's Checklist

Hosts an engagement party (the bride’s family

traditionally gets the first opportunity)

Helps couple to decide on sites or assists in

making other big planning decisions

Usually contributes to the wedding budget

May select hotel for out of town guests and

reserve a block of reduced rate rooms

Rents own formalwear (work with couple to

coordinate with wedding party)

Helps pick up out-of-town guests from airport.

Typically travels to ceremony with the bride

Walks daughter down the aisle

Gives the bride away during the ceremony

Escorts the mother of the bride out following

the wedding party

Greets guests in the receiving line

May be announced with wife at reception

Mother of the Groom's Checklist

Contacts the mother of the bride if the families

are not acquainted (or plans a celebration if

you have met)

Attends (first) engagement party if the bride's

family hosts one

Along with husband, may host an additional

engagement party for the groom’s side of the

family

Usually contributes to wedding budget

May help couple decide on sites and/or make

other big planning decisions

Helps group to put together family’s guest list


ceremony traditions

May help bride shop for her wedding gown


with mother of the bride about formality)

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May make a welcoming speech

Sits in an honored place at the parent’s table

Toasts the newlyweds after the best man

makes his speech and the groom responds

Dances with the bride

May take care of vendor balances at the end

of the reception

Along with husband, plans and hosts the

rehearsal dinner

Escorted out following the wedding party and

the bride’s parents


May be announced along with husband at the

wedding reception


Does mother-son dance with groom

Mother of the Groom's Checklist

Contacts the mother of the bride if the families

are not acquainted (or plans a celebration if you

have met)

Attends (first) engagement party if the bride's

family hosts one

Along with husband, may host an additional

engagement party for the groom’s side of the

family

Usually contributes to wedding budget



Helps group to put together family’s guest list

Father of the Groom's Checklist

Attends (first) engagement party, if the bride's

family hosts one

Along with wife, may host an additional

engagement party for groom’s side of the family

Along with wife, may contribute to the wedding

budget



Rents own formalwear (after talking with couple

to coordinate with wedding party); attends fittings

as needed

Along with wife, plans rehearsal dinner

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ceremony traditions

May help bride shop for her wedding gown


with mother of the bride about formality)

Along with husband, plans and hosts the

rehearsal dinner

Escorted out following the wedding party and the

bride’s parents


May be announced along with husband at the

wedding reception


Does mother-son dance with groom

Attends post wedding brunch (if held)

May travel to ceremony with the groom and

the best man

May escort wife to her sear right before the

mother of the bride is seated

Escorts mother of the groom out after wedding

party and bride’s parents


May be announced with wife

May make a welcoming speech

Sits at an honored place at the parent’s table

May toast the newlyweds May settle final bills with wedding vendors

Attends or hosts post-wedding brunch

Flower Girl's Checklist

Dress and accessories should be paid for by her

family

Attends the rehearsal and the rehearsal dinner

with a parent

In the processional, walks alone directly before

Ring Bearer's Checklist

His attire should be paid for by his family

Attends the rehearsal and the rehearsal dinner

with a parent

He immediately precedes the flower girl in the

processional

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the bride and her father

Often scatters petals from a basket she holds,

although this is sometimes too overwhelming a

responsibility for a young girl to manage in

front of a large group of people It is usually

easier for her to carry either a small basket of

flowers or a tiny nosegay of flowers similar to

those carried to those carried by the

bridesmaids

In the recessional, walks with the ring bearer,

directly behind the couple

Carries either the actual rings or a facsimile of

the rings (often a practical idea), on a white,

velvet or satin cushion.

If the rings are genuine, they should be fastened

to the cushion with a very thin thread or placed

over a firmly fixed hatpin.

The best man takes the rings from the cushion

at the right moment

Walks with the flower girl in the recessional,

directly behind the bride and groom

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Christine’s Diamond Events StudioStafford County Marriage License Requirements

1300 Courthouse RoadStafford, Virginia 22554Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401(540) 658-87508:00am-4:00pm / Monday thru Friday(Except for Court Approved Holidays)

Application Process

Fill out application on line or in-person at the Stafford County Circuit Clerk’s Office. In order to claim 0our marriage license after submitting an automated application, both

parties must appear in person at the Reception Desk of the Stafford County Circuit Court Clerk’s Office At that time, the Clerk of the court of Deputy Clerk will administer an oath and obtain the necessary signatures on the actual license.

Your marriage license must be claimed at the Clerk’s Office within ten (10) calendar days. Otherwise, the application will become void and re-submission will be necessary.

ID Requirements:Valid U.S. Driver's License, Valid Department of Motor Vehicles Issued Identification Card, Valid Passport, or Valid Military ID. Persons unable to speak English must provide a certified interpreter to interpret for them before a license will be issued.

Waiting Period:Virginia has no wait period between a legal Divorce and marriage.

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Virginia has no wait period between the issuance of the marriage license and the ceremony.

Residency Requirement:You do not need to be a resident in the State of Virginia to marry in Stafford County. However, The marriage license issued in Virginia is for marriages to be performed in Virginia ONLY

Age Requirement:You must be eighteen (18) years of age and over to marry in the State of Virginia.

Marriage License Fee:A fee of $30 is charged by the clerk of court for issuing a marriage license. A fee of $2.50 is charged to obtain a certified copy of the marriage license after the ceremony has been completed. The Clerk accepts payment in cash, check, money order, and credit or debit card.

Validity Period:The marriage license is good for sixty (60) days from the date of issue and must be returned to the issuing office within 5 business days of the date of the ceremony. You may obtain additional copies at $2.50 per copy.

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Stafford County Civil Ceremony Guidelines

Age Requirement and ConsentThe minimum age for marriage in the Commonwealth of Virginia is sixteen (16) years for both the bride and groom; however, if either party is under eighteen (18), consent to the marriage must be given by the father, mother or legal guardian. This may be done in person by the parent or legal guardian before the person issuing the license, with proper identification or by written consent properly sworn to before a notary public. Special provisions are made in Virginia law to allow marriage for under age parties when the female is pregnant and for situations in which under age applicants have no parent or legal guardian.

Prohibited Marriages •A marriage entered into prior to the dissolution of an earlier marriage of one or both parties. •A marriage between an ancestor and or descendant; or between a brother and a sister; or between an uncle and a niece; or between an aunt and a nephew; whether the relationship is by half or the whole blood or adoption.•When either of the parties lacks capacity to consent to the marriage because of mental incapacity or infirmity. •"Common Law" marriages are not valid if entered into in Virginia or any other jurisdiction, which does not permit them for its residents.

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License Requirements

•Blood Test - There is no blood test requirement for marriage in Virginia.

•Where To Obtain License - A license for marriage in Virginia is issued by the clerk or his/her deputy clerk of a circuit court in any county or city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The ceremony may be performed anywhere in the State. Applicants must, under oath, furnish information required to complete the marriage record. These items are material and the applicant may be subject to prosecution for perjury for violation of the portion of the statutes which requires this information. For divorced persons, there is no statutory waiting period before marriage after the divorce is granted unless remarriage is specifically prohibited by a court.

•Time Limitations - The marriage must be performed within sixty (60) days after the license is issued. There is no waiting period required between application and issuance of the license and a couple may be married immediately after the issuance of a license.

•Fees - A fee of $30 is charged by the clerk of court for issuing a marriage license. A fee of $2.50 is charged to obtain a certified copy of the marriage license after the ceremony has been completed. Any person authorized to celebrate the rites of marriage shall be permitted to charge a fee not to exceed $50 for each ceremony.

•Virginia issued license - The marriage license issued in Virginia is for marriages to be performed in Virginia ONLY

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Identification: The Bride and Groom must be able to provide proper identification, which includes: Valid U.S. Driver's License, Valid Department of Motor Vehicles Issued Identification Card, Valid Passport, or Valid Military ID. Persons unable to speak

English must provide a certified interpreter to interpret for them before a license will be issued.

Marriage Ceremony

•Who May Perform? - A minister of any religious denomination must be authorized by a circuit court to celebrate the rites of matrimony. To obtain such authorization, the minister must produce proof of his ordination and regular communion with the religious society of which he is a reputed member. In addition, the court in each city and county has appointed persons who are eligible to perform civil marriage ceremonies. For marriages between persons belonging to any religious society which has no ordained minister, refer to Section 20-26, Code of Virginia, Domestic Relations.

•Witnesses - There is no statutory requirement that witnesses be present at the marriage ceremony.

•Marriage Record - The minister or other person officiating at the marriage must complete and sign the Marriage License (both copies) and forward both forms to the Clerk of the Court who issued the license within five (5) days after the ceremony is performed. One copy of the Marriage License is forwarded by the Clerk of the Court to the State Division of Vital Records. In addition to the forms to be returned to the clerk, the officiate may also prepare a "keepsake" certificate to be given to the newly married couple. If the minister or person who performs the marriage ceremony does not return

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both copies of the Marriage License to the Clerk of the Court who issued the license, there will be no record of the marriage in the courts or with the state.

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Certified Copies If a certified copy of the marriage is required, it may be obtained from the office of the Clerk of Court (cost-$2.50) or from the Virginia Division of Vital Records in Richmond, Virginia, for a fee. When application is made for a copy of a marriage record from the Division of Vital Records, the following information should be included: full name of groom, full maiden name of bride, date and place of marriage and the name of the circuit court that issued the marriage license.

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Short Essay

Christine’s Diamond Events Studios will be a full-service wedding and event planning company based in Stafford, Virginia. My business plan is to provide planning services with integrity and professionalism whereby ensuring the client needs and desires are met and fulfilled according to their unique taste and style. I plan to market and strategize by targeting those persons whose everyday lives reflect a significant “time management” disadvantage that will impact planning their own wedding and/or event. The plan is for my company to be there from day one until each and every detail of a client(s) event is fulfilled and presented.

It is a goal for my company to provide unique services (i.e., personal vision boards, draping, and calligraphy writing) in order to “stand out” and be categorized as a “premier” event planning company. I have outlined my company goals below:

1- Year Goal Plan

Solidify marketing materials (brochures, flyers, business cards, website)

Research market for pricing my businessPlan at least two (2) weddings and one (1) special eventTarget client-based advertisingAttend event planning conferences and wedding expos

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Self-help toolsContinue education in the industry

5-Year Goal Plan

Become a full-time plannerIncrease revenueBranch to destination weddings/corporate social eventsConsider Office spaceObtain LLC and insuranceRegister my business (LLC)Plan my own company expo

10-Year Goal Plan

Incorporate my businessHire staffHave an internship program

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Documents

Maid of Honor's Checklist - c.ymcdn.comc.ymcdn.com/.../resource/dynamic/blogs/20171026_1244… · Web viewWhen word spread about the success of that event back in 2008, ... Preparation,