"Crisp Toasts," by William R. Evans III and Andrew Frothingham, is a tome of toasts celebrating every conceivable event. The book offers the right thing to say in 100 occasion-specific categories. For first time speechmakers, the book's introduct...
Toronto-based CAST has announced the release of Vivien 1.5, the newest edition of the company's room-setup software. Additions to the program include fresh decorative objects such as flowers and trees. Also, objects from the library can be textur...
Irvine, Calif.-based PACIFIC PARTNERS EVENT MANAGEMENT has announced KATIE RUCKER, CMP, has been promoted to executive vice president. MOLLY WOLFE, CMP, CSEP, has been promoted to director of programs. Call 949/789-2975; www.pacificpartners.com … ...
Former Classic Party Rentals chief John Moran announced Saturday that his San Francisco-based 523 Capital made its second party rental acquisition this year, picking up Special Events Rentals, based in Raleigh, N.C. In January, Moran's company...
Are proposals too pricey? Is the cost of responding to an RFP getting out of line? How do you protect the investment of your resources and ideas? Special Events is developing an article on this topic; click here to share your story with us .....
The U.S. Olympic Committee gave the nod to Chicago over Los Angeles Saturday as the American candidate to host the Summer Olympic Games in 2016. The International Olympic Committee will announce the winner--from a field that will likely include...
The fondue restaurant The Melting Pot has opened a new location in San Clemente, Calif., measuring 6,400 square feet; the private banquet room accommodates 52 guests and has a private patio. Decor elements include glass chandeliers, and charcoal ...
Located in San Diego, the Sheraton La Jolla Hotel--formerly a Radisson--features 252 rooms. The recently refurbished hotel offers nine meeting spaces, the largest measures 2,640 square feet. Social events can take place around the outdoor pool an...
The Mainsail Resort Marina and Spa, located on Scrub Island, British Virgin Islands, is taking reservations for its 2008 opening. When finished, the resort will offer 2,500 square feet of meeting space. Set to feature a solid-glass wall and a cap...
Boca Loca Cachaca is a pure sugar-cane rum from Sao Paulo, Brazil. Produced on a small plantation, the drink's tasting notes include melon, honey and toasted vanilla. A favorite drink application for the spirit is the national cocktail of Brazil...
