About Our Blog

My blog is for those planning their events and for those who like to attend events. Whether your event is big (weddings, bar/bat mitzvah, anniversary parties, milestone birthdays, etc.) or small (dinner parties, cocktail affairs, etc.) we have something for you.

Come visit my blog for "everything events!" Need tips on how to save on your wedding? Want to know what DC-area galas, festivals, fundraisers are going on? Want to find out about Trunk shows, Bridal shows, Mitzvah shows, Expos, and Venue Open Houses? Need tips on planning your dinner party? Need a Diamond Ring Shopping 101? Want to learn about different DC-area vendors and venues? Recently engaged and need advice on how to get started? Want to get ideas from some Cristina Maria weddings and events? Want to view some inspirational pictures of our favorites things to possibly spark an idea for your event theme? You have come to the right place.

Come and visit often!

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Thursday, October 22, 2009

Metro Event Specialists Halloween Networking Event

For my fellow DC event industry professionals that follow my blog,

Don't forget that Tuesday, October 27th is the night of the Metro Event Specialists Halloween Networking Event. It is the final MES event of the year so you don't want to miss it!

Be sure to RSVP at metroevents.org (or go to the Halloween Networking Mixer page) to have your name added to the guest list and to ensure there is a nametag made for you.

It is a free event! It is run by event professionals and for event professionals.

Hope to see you there!


Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Invitation to Not-so-big-wedding Boutique Bridal Show

This is not your typical bridal show! Montgomery Parks Event Center is challenging wedding vendors to create a joint wedding package for a ceremony and reception for 65 guests for under $15,000. The packages include catering, floral arrangements or other centerpieces, music, photography and a Montgomery Parks Event Center rental.

WHEN:
Sunday, November 8
Noon-5pm

WHERE:
Rockwood Manor
11001 MacArthur Blvd.
Potomac, MD

COST:
Free to public

Check out www.notsobigwedding.com for more information.

Invitation to the Bloomingdale's Bridal Show

We invite all our engaged readers to attend The Registry at Bloomingale's Tysons Corner's bridal show event coming up in 2 short weeks!

Please see the invitation below for more information.


Monday, October 19, 2009

You're Invited to the Washington Life Magazine red carpet event this Wednesday!

Readers of Cristina Maria Special Events' EVERYTHING EVENTS blog are welcome to attend the red carpet event happening this Wednesday, October 21 in Bethesda.

To attend, please RSVP at SRXevent.com.

This evening is made possible by the wonderful hosts, Jim Coleman Cadillac of Bethesda and Washington Life Magazine.

In addition, the amazing Special Featured Sponsors who are responsible for this amazing event that will include live music, food, beverages, and more!

Cristina Maria Special Events

MK Catering Inc.

Olivera Music Entertainment

Frost Lighting

Loudoun Valley Vineyards

Professional Bartenders & Servers, Inc.

Janet Flowers Wedding and Event Designs


Also the Sponsors who are responsible for the outstanding gift bags that are available for the first 200 guests.

Mervis Diamond Importers

Craze Chameleon Studio

Red Sprinkle, Online Vintage Dress Boutique

Westfield Montgomery Mall

Doubletree Hotel Bethesda

Doubletree Hotel Bethesda, Oz Restaurant

Georgetown Bagelry

Anessi Salon

Virtu Studios, Hair & Spa Saloon (Owner, Thierry Axaopoulos)

Dermatology & Clinical Skin Care Center and Rockledge Med Spa

Back to Basics (Etiquette and Dance Lessons for Kids)

Sassanova

Dalton Brody