Top stories from Specialevents.com for November 2013

Business news in special events this week includes a promotion for Lynn Lee at AlliedPRA.

New products for special events include a square cake shooter mold, revised event diagramming software, and holiday-themed "living statues."

Top mixologists share popular trends in cocktails for special events, including smoky flavors, shurbs, and the illicit appeal of moonshine.

Lighting experts from Images by Lighting, ShowPro and Full Circle share new trends and tools in lighting design for special events.

Professional 'mermaid' Linden Wolbert entertains both children and adults at special events

Sheba Productions creates a lighthearted launch party for the latest Moods of Norway clothing store by having all guests don blonde wigs

The International Special Events Society shares news about ISES Live 2013 in Nassau, Bahamas, and tips for succeeding when sitting for the CSEP examination.

Five top wedding planners share their favorite hotels at which to stage weddings, discussing unique services and spaces.

Three examples of how carefully designed tents and structures solve challenges at special events, including work from Arena Americas, ABC Rentals Powered by CORT and Regal Tent Productions