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Product Description

If you could only choose 3 words to describe your dream reception…WHAT 3 WORDS would you choose? If one of your top choices was…FUN…then this book was written just for you! For years the bridal magazines, wedding planning books, and wedding focused TV programs have explored every facet of wedding celebrations except for one…the FUN. Brides are being told to shop for “Music,” and then when their wedding reception arrives, they suddenly realize what they really needed was talented and appropriate entertainment. In this ground breaking book, Peter Merry will shine a light on the subject of creating fun and entertaining wedding receptions. You will learn how to find the right vendors who know how to deliver unforgettably entertaining receptions. You will discover how to map out an agenda that will flow smoothly while encouraging guest involvement. You will also explore creative ideas for creating memorable moments that can be personalized to fit your style and unique sensibilities so your reception can truly be “The Best Wedding Reception…Ever!” *Personalizing the Wedding Party’s Grand Entrance *Creative Ways to Liven Up the Dinner Hour *The True Value of Money Dance/Dollar Dance *Memorable Father/Daughter Dance Moments *Last Dance Endings: Forgettable vs. Unforgettable *Tips on Finding Your Perfect Reception Location *Regional Considerations for Your Timeline *The Value of Preparing a Good Plan “B” *Mapping Out a Realistic Budget for Your Needs *Simple Methods for Creating Guest Involvement

About the Author

Peter Merry has been helping couples create fun and entertaining wedding receptions since 1992. During the last decade he has presented seminars on wedding entertainment performance techniques, wedding marketing, sales consultation skills and the value of solid standards and ethics in business. These seminars have have been presented for wedding entertainers in over 40 cities across the United States. He has also frequently been asked to speak locally and nationally for various professional associations and conferences, such as: ABC (Association of Bridal Consultants), ISES (International Special Events Society), NACE (National Association of Catering Executives), WMBA (Wedding Merchants Business Academy), and AFWPI (Association for Wedding Professionals International). He served as the 2003-2004 National ADJA (American Disc Jockey Association) President. He currently serves his clients as thier Wedding Entertainment Director via his exclusive entertainment company, Merry Weddings, Inc. His varied entertainment background also includes years of public speaking and teaching classes at Saddleback Church, serving as a “Morning Host” for KBRT AM 740, hosting and engineering his own Talk Radio Show on KBRT and performing Stand-Up Comedy at the Improv. He was born and raised in Seattle, Washington and he currently lives with his wife, Lisa, in Ladera Ranch, California. He is also the proud step-father of Eric and Jason Lovato. Peter’s infectious passion for creating memorable moments at weddings has caused many to affectionately refer to him as “the fun wedding guy!”