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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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December 2007 SPECIAL BRIDAL SHOW EDITION
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Thank you for stopping by the DJ Network's bridal show booth at the Mass Mutual Center this past weekend or at the Farmington Marriott show.  We have a show special going on until the end of the year.  The 2008 bridal show season is going to be a busy one.  For many key dates (Saturdays from May - Oct), we already have multiple bookings and many more quotes already out.  Time is of the essence.  Book now and get a free package upgrade.

Book your wedding before DECEMBER 31st, 2007 and receive a FREE Lighting Package upgrade plus our 50 page Perfect Wedding Planner & Reception Guide Book (worth over $250 total) or if you don’t want lighting you can choose a custom song edit (we’ll mix your voice into the song of your choice and play it at your wedding—a personal message to your father or the two of you exchanging vows mixed with your first dance song)

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VIEW OUR ON-LINE WEDDING PLANNING SECTION


             


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)


   


Soft Gingerbread Cookie Recipe 
SUBMITTED BY: Sara      PHOTO BY: JaneneBean

"These cookies are warm and delicious on a cold winter's day. Cut them into any shape to fit your holiday celebrations."

Prep Time:  25 minutes
Cook Time:  10 minutes
Ready In:  3 Hrs 45 Min
Yields:  3 dozen cookies

INGREDIENTS

  • 3/4 cup molasses

  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar

  • 1/3 cup water

  • 1/8 cup butter, softened

  • 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a medium bowl, mix together the molasses, brown sugar, water and butter until smooth. Combine the flour, baking soda, allspice, ginger, cloves and cinnamon, stir them into the wet mixture until all of the dry is absorbed. Cover the dough and chill for at least 3 hours.

  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out into desired shapes. Place cookies 1 inch apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.

  3. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove from the cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.


Advice For Beautiful And Economic Wedding Flowers  By John Souter

Couples focus on varying things in their weddings. Some will spend an exorbitant amount of money on flowers while others want to spend it on their invitations. Still more like to focus on crafting a certain theme or ambiance. The type and amount of flowers you use depends on what is most important to you.  (READ MORE)


 

The IPhone Revolution

Have you checked this thing out yet?  Take a look at a video clip with some of the latest features that the IPhone now has.  VIEW HERE

 


New England Bridal Shows - Check out the upcoming list of bridal shows in your area



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 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 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 19, 2008 -
Bosco's CT Bridal Fashion Show & Expo - Antun's, Queens Village, NY
February 23, 2008 -
Bosco's CT Bridal Fashion Show & Expo - Woodwinds, Branford, CT *
 

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 


 


Ben Dean, already recognized as a stellar talent on the violin, will be performing a solo concert at Avon Old Farms School, 500 Old Farms Rd, Avon, CT on December 8th, 2007 at 7pm. The concert features works by Debussy, Bach, Prokofiev and Saint-Saens. The concert will be held in the brand new Brown Auditorium/ Concert Hall and is FREE admission.

   DIRECTIONS

 


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 - soon to be released "Wedding Planner CDROM" will include this player and you can sit and listen to songs to help plan your wedding day.  (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.


The Evolution Of Dance

http://youtube.com/watch?v=dMH0bHeiRNg


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)

 


     


Planning Your Outdoor Wedding - You can have the outdoor wedding you've been dreaming of, as long as you are determined to plan the vision into reality. In order for you to help decide what kind of outdoor wedding, here are the important points that you have to remember (READ MORE)


Should I let a friend videotape my wedding?
 
I was recently at a wedding where, during the ceremony, there were probably 7-8 people crowding around the bride and groom. Each person was armed with a palmcorder or handycam, jocking for a good spot and nearly pushing the photographer, a paid professional, and myself out of the way. She, the photographer, had to kindly inform someone that she was getting paid and had to ask them to move. I noticed that over half of the seated guests were pointing either digital cameras or cell phones at the bride and groom and, even though the ceremony was outside, on a sunny day, the repeated auto-flashes, strobing and beeping was enough to cause a headache.   (READ MORE)

                  


8 Keys to Surviving Football Season By Kathryn Lang

I have never been a football fan. If my husband wanted to watch his favorite college team - the Auburn Tigers - then he had to go to his dad's or a friend's house. Football was not my cup of tea. Why a bunch of boys wanted to run around a field and hit each other while chasing a pig never made much sense.  (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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