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Planning the perfect event is hard work,  but finding the perfect music does not have to be.  Serving the CT/MA/RI/NY Areas

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January 2008 SPECIAL BRIDAL SHOW EDITION
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Uplighting At Your Event

The new trend in lighting is to not just fly lights on an overhead truss or T-bar system.  This is what you'd see at most concerts or clubs.  With our upscale events, we've been doing what we call up-lighting.  Instead of lights that just beam down on the dance floor, we can spread our lights out more evenly throughout the room and cast color and interest throughout the room.  We can paint the ceiling with moving colors and shapes, project gobo/images onto walls and ceilings and splash color on pillars and recessed ceilings.  The room takes on a completely different feel.   (READ MORE)

Michelle & Ira - custom gobo projection w/color wash lighting on walls.  Photo courtesy of Hinkley Photo.


Come See Us at Chez Josef's Bridal Show Sunday, January 13th 2008 from 11-4:30


Your Wedding Day Timeline

You've decided on a wedding day.  You've picked out the church.  You've got your photographer.  What time should the ceremony be? When should the reception start?  How much time do you need for photos?  Planning your wedding day time-line can be difficult.  Let's break it down and see how much time you should plan for each section of your wedding day.   (READ MORE)


   

Bose Tower Speakers

There has been a lot of debate about the new Bose L1 Tower speaker system.  Bose has always had a great reputation in the home audio industry.    Their recent jump into the DJ industry had many people scrambling.  Bose claim was that these tower systems helped reduce hot spots in room with virtually every area of a room being at about the same volume.  (SPL - sound pressure level)  At face value, this seems like a wonderful thing.  In reality, it is not.  (READ MORE)


HELPFUL TIPS ON CHOOSING THE RIGHT WEDDING FAVORS FOR YOUR GUESTS by Blue Rainbow Design

Since we were little girls, all of us dream of having a fairy tale wedding.  We used to imagine what kind of gown we would want to wear at our wedding, what kind of theme we would want to have and many other things. When the day is actually coming closer, there are so many details to take care of and it could sometimes become rather overwhelming.  Choosing where to hold the reception, shopping for the wedding gown, thinking about decorations and arranging food for the guests are just a few of many items that come along with this celebration of love. And of course, all of us want to make our wedding the most memorable wedding for ourselves, families, as well as for the rest of the guests.   (READ MORE)


Best Honeymoon Getaway Ideas   By Low Jeremy

Planning for your honeymoon getaway? Here are some ideas you can consider that will surely provide you the best honeymoon experience:

· Top-of-the-line Hotel Honeymoon

After the guests have left, it is time for both of you two enjoy each other. Book at one of the top-of-the-line hotels you can find whether on your area or at one of the best places in the world. There is surely a great difference between staying at top hotels and staying at a regular hotel. Top hotels have bigger, cleaner, and luxurious room. The staffs are more accommodation and are ready to provide their services to your satisfaction. The foods are carefully prepared. All these you can get if you decide to spend your honeymoon in one of the top hotels.  (READ MORE)




New England and New York Bridal Show Season - Upcoming Bridal Shows:


January 5, 2008 - Bosco's CT Bridal Fashion Show & Expo - Holiday Inn Stamford, CT


January 5 & 6th, 2008 - Springfield Bridal Expo, West Springfield, MA
January 5, 6th, 2008 - Original Wedding Expo - Marlborough, MA

January 5, 6, 2008 - Worcester Bridal Show Expo - Worcester Centrum, Worcester, MA
January 6, 2008 - Hotel Viking, Newport, RI
 www.newportweddingshowcase.com *

January 6, 2008 - Eastbrook Mall Bridal Show, Mansfield/Storrs, CT *

January 6, 2008 - Bridal Show Extravaganza - Colony, Vernon, CT

January 6th - Aqua Turf, Plantsville, CT *
January 9th - Surf Club, New Rochelle, NY

January 12 & 13, 2008 - Eastern Pennsylvania Bridal Show Expo, Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA
January 13, 2008 - RI Convention Center, Providence, RI

January 13, 2008 - Bridal Show Spectacular - Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, CT
January 13, 2008 - Chez Josef Bridal Show, Agawam, MA *
January 14, 2008 - Crowne Plaza, White Plains, NY
January 16, 2008 -
Bosco's CT Bridal Fashion Show & Expo - Villa Barone Hilltop Manor, Mahopac, NY
January 20, 2008 -
Bosco's CT Bridal Fashion Show & Expo - Sheraton, Smithtown, NY
January 20, 2008 - Original Wedding Expo, Fitchburg, MA
January 20, 2008 - Anthony's Lake Club - Danbury, CT

January 19 & 20th, 2008 - Connecticut Bridal Expo, Hartford, CT *

January 26 & 27th, 2008 - Baystate Bridal Expo, Boston
January 28, 2008 - Stamford Marriott Bridal Show, Stamford, CT *

February 2, 2008 - Westchester County Bridal Expo, Westchester County Center, White Plains, NY
February 3, 2008 - St. Clement's Castle Open House/Bridal Show  11-3pm *
February 5, 2008 - 
Bosco's CT Bridal Fashion Show & Expo - Maestro's, Bronx, NY

February 17, 2008 - Foxborough Bridal Expo Show, Gillette Stadium Foxborough, MA
February 18, 2008 - Radisson Hotel, New Rochelle, NY
February 19, 2008 -
Bosco's CT Bridal Fashion Show & Expo - Antun's, Queens Village, NY
February 20, 2008 - The Riverview, Hastings on the Hudson, NY
February 23, 2008 -
Bosco's CT Bridal Fashion Show & Expo - Woodwinds, Branford, CT *

COMPLETE LIST HERE

Newport, RI Wedding Showcase and Bridal Show - Free trips, prizes, spa and stay packages for the out of town bride  (READ MORE)    Newport Wedding Showcase / Belle Mer & Hotel Viking 


 


Hire The Cheapest DJ You Can Find - Especially If They Throw In Extras

Say what? The old saying "You get what you pay for" is so true when it comes to hiring a DJ - whether it's for your wedding, corporate event or prom.  If a DJ offers to have 2 DJs at your event, throws in lights, party handouts, extra time, additional equipment setups - the reality is - they are not worth their price and they are trying to cover for it by sweetening the deal so that you think it's too good to pass up.  At The DJ Network, we do not discount our prices, negotiate or try to pressure you into signing contracts.   (READ MORE)


More Than Just A DJ - The DJ Network can handle just about any style and size event that you are looking to set to music or lights.  Recently, we had the opportunity to provide music for the Holyoke Fireworks on the Holyoke Community College campus- with thousands of onlookers and rave reviews on MASSLIVE.COM, The DJ Network set the tone for the evening.  We also had the opportunity to provide background music for a local pharmaceutical company's picnic with over 4,000 attending this onsite event. 

If background music is not what you're looking for - see what we can do with sound, light and video as shown at one of our recent video dance parties.  VIDEO CLIP  

We can help you create the perfect setting using lighting, video and music for your next event.  Contact us today for a FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTE.
 


Unique First Dance Video- You've Got To Watch This

http://youtube.com/watch?v=wNVD__fT5oU


10 questions to ask a prospective wedding disc jockey:

  • Does your DJ overbook events and hire subcontractors?

  • Is this your DJ's full-time career or a part-time hobby?

  • Will your DJ meet with you in person to help you plan your reception?

  • What unique service will your DJ provide at your reception?

  • Does your DJ just "play music" or coordinate your entire reception for you?

  • Will your DJ's attire be appropriate for your reception?

  • Does your DJ have company standards governing behavior?

  • Are there any hidden charges?

  • Does your DJ have a wide base of entertainment experience to draw from?

  • Does your DJ have the skills to deliver announcements that are clear and direct?


               


The DJ Network - NEW CDROM - Check it out online now - CDROM   If you'd like a copy of our new CDROM, please request one through our website/via email.


Check Out A Piece Of Our New Wedding Planner - Everyone who books their wedding with the DJ Network gets a copy of this 50+ page wedding planner.  (SEE IT HERE)  You can also check out our music streaming player - online.  (SEE IT HERE)  These are both exclusive items that you will receive from the DJ Network members.  No one else provides you with as much information and help in planning your wedding as we do.


Birthday Party Ideas for Sweet 16   By Natalie Aranda
 

Sweet 16 parties are a must for today’s teenage girl. This party marks the beginning of independence for the teen, as she further ventures into the adult world. The trend today is towards a large, sometimes extravagant birthday party.   (READ MORE)

 


     


Setting The Tone Of Your Event With Background Music Choices

So exactly who wants to hear 2 hours of Kenny G or instrumental jazz fusion at their wedding for social hour and dinner? Sure, there are those that want to set that tone, but you don't have to play a "standard mix of jazz favorites" at your wedding.

Imagine how different things would feel at your wedding if during social hour, you played a mix of Jimmy Buffett, Shaggy, Bob Marley and Jack Johnson? What about some of those long lost hits of the 80's - Katrina and the Waves, Eurythmics - Sweet Dreams, Modern English - I Melt With You, Prince - Kiss. (READ MORE)


                  


Wedding favors are the perfect way to show how you feel. Though your guests will already know that you care about them simply because you thought enough of them to want to share this special day with them, wedding favors give an additional touch of thoughtfulness. They don't have to be a major item or an expensive one. Something small but meaningful as a memento of the day is all that is needed.  (READ MORE)


Parent Dance Song Suggestions - Looking for that perfect song for you and your father?  (READ MORE)


           


Graduating high school or college is one of life’s greatest moments. Among weddings, anniversaries and birthdays, it is a celebrated milestone in one’s life that deserves to be recognized and celebrated. There is a lot that goes into planning a successful graduation party, but don’t stress – simply follow these 10 easy steps  (READ MORE)
 


Finding A Wedding Photographer - Your wedding day will likely be among the biggest in your life. Beyond the birth of a child and perhaps the first day in the house that will become your home, few days come close to being as special. With this in mind, finding just the right person or people to take care of recording wedding memories will be vital. Wedding photography is an art form that requires skill and grace with the camera.  (READ MORE)


Websites You Should Check Out:

My Wedding Planner - http://myweddingplanner.com/
The Knot - http://theknot.com
Wedding Details - http://weddingdetails.com/
LaBella Bride - http://www.labellabridemagazine.com/
Wedding Orders - http://www.wedding.orders.com
Wedding Planners Blog - http://www.onceuponyourwedding.com/blog/


   

The DJ Network is a combination of three highly motivated and exclusive Disc Jockey companies: After Hours DJ Service, Atmosphere Productions & Standing Ovation. The combined talents of each companies professional Disc Jockeys makes us the largest organization of Disc Jockeys in New England.

The DJ Network provides a FREE referral service for ANYONE in need of professional sound, lighting or audio/video for Weddings, Corporate Functions, Family Gatherings, School Dances, Bar Mitzvahs & Bat Mitzvahs. Forget about calling multiple companies. Our pooled resources can furnish whatever you need within the New England area.

The DJ Network member Disc Jockeys adhere to a strict code of conduct and maintain the highest industry standards and excellence in service.

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