Blog · The Wedding Planner

Thoughts on Planning a Spectacular Wedding

November 1, 2026

A guide to planning the wedding, from the ceremony and reception through the details that make the day feel like yours.

Marriage License Process - Michigan Requirements

April 22, 2026

Michigan marriage licenses come from county clerks. Apply in the county where either of you lives, allow for the 3-day wait, and use the license within 33 days.

Choosing your Caterer - Best Practices

October 11, 2025

How to choose a wedding caterer: match the venue and guest count, compare plated, buffet, and stations, then confirm tastings, proposals, licensing, and insurance in writing.

Barn Wedding Venues Near Grand Rapids, MI

April 1, 2025

Compare four barn wedding venues near Grand Rapids: Briar Barns in Sparta, Ridge View Ranch in Kent City, Wildwood Family Farms in Alto, and Prairie Bells Barn in Belding.

Muskegon Beach Weddings

September 20, 2024

Five beach wedding spots around Muskegon: Pere Marquette Park, Muskegon State Park, P.J. Hoffmaster State Park, Michillinda Lodge, and Harbour Towne Beach and Kruse Park.

A Guide for the Mistress/Master of Ceremonies and the House Party

March 10, 2024

What the mistress and master of ceremonies do at the reception, and how the house party helps guests, gifts, seating, and teardown.