May 1, 2011

Columns

Editor's Page: Loving Weddings May 1, 2011 12:00 PM, Lisa Hurley It's not quite a week since the royal wedding, and I'm still feeling a little dizzy from all the beautiful buzz....

The Last Word: Mark Wells of Hello Florida May 1, 2011 12:00 PM, Lisa Hurley It takes a wide range of skills to be successful in special events. And that explains the successful career of Mark Wells....

ISES Eventworld 2011--Don't Miss It! May 1, 2011 12:00 PM Enhance your network. Explore the latest trends. Expand your knowledge. All in one place: ISES Eventworld 2011. Make August 4-6, 2011...

Departments

Confetti: Philly Nace Rocks a Gala in a Warehouse and Tent Gone Glam May 1, 2011 12:00 PM, Susan Cuadrado Philly NACE pulls out all the stops for an industry gala held in a warehouse and tent gone glam....

Party Favor: CAD Design Does it All May 1, 2011 12:00 PM Hand-drawn sketches are fine for the refrigerator, but when it comes to presenting a professional draft to a client, computer-aided design (CAD) is the way to go....

Food for Fetes: The Bite Of Spring May 1, 2011 12:00 PM, By Susan Cuadrado From hip street food to Spanish-inspired tapas, three caterers create seasonal hors d'oeuvre and appetizers that celebrate the bright, fresh flavors of spring....

Rental Essentials: Is Reality TV Really Worth it for Party Rental? May 1, 2011 12:00 PM, Lisa Hurley Lights, camera … revenue? Party rental companies who have done their star turn on reality TV shows rate the results....

Divine Decor: Getting More Look For Less Money May 1, 2011 12:00 PM, By Natasha Garber Faced with tight budgets, tough rooms and tricky design challenges, smart event experts solve big decor problems without breaking the bank....

What's Big IN BIG-CITY WEDDINGS May 1, 2011 12:00 PM, By Natasha Garber Leading bridal experts in three major markets share what's now in wedding vows....

Articles

Tabletop Gallery 2011 May 1, 2011 12:00 PM, By Susan Cuadrado Nine stellar design teams showcased their talents and creativity with a series of tabletops at The Special Event 2011 in Phoenix....

Attorney Kathryn Carrier Offers Legal Tips for Creative Event Professionals May 1, 2011 12:00 PM, By Lisa Hurley Yes, you can protect your creative work — attorney Kathryn Carrier tells you how....

4th Annual Edition of the Special Events' 25 Great, Big Caterers May 1, 2011 12:00 PM, EDITED BY LISA HURLEY Its our fourth annual look at the businesses of some of the biggest caterers in business....

Children's Events Depend on the Attraction of Interaction May 1, 2011 12:00 PM, By Natasha Garber If they can animate it, operate it, surf it, play it or help themselves to it, it's likely young event guests will eat it up....