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  We all know 2020 is very challenging! There are many cancellations when it comes to weddings, birthday parties, reunions,  bridal showers, baby showers and many more special occasions. People are getting very creative to avoid the cancellations! Brides, and moms to be still need that great experience! The big trends for special occasions are: Virtual Bridal/Baby Showers: Stay in the comfort of your own home or rent a small venue to celebrate your special occasion. Many people are also using parks or back yards with tents and stations to  be creative for better spacing and distance due to covid. Have your bridal party or close friends and family send out a virtual invite for date, time and link for the occasion. They can set up food and decorate your background! You save money with a smaller head count.. Let your guest know ahead of time your signature drink and food so they can join you online.  Make sure on your invitation, add your registry, paypal link and ...

Where do I start with the wedding and event industry pertaining to covid! It's like a slow spiral going down! If  you are a business owner or in this industry, you can relate!Back in January I started hearing all this talk about covid in other countries and many people getting sick. I didn't think anything of it because they were in foreign countries and i thought"The U.S. should be fine.  That virus is not coming over here!" Then in February the first case came to NY. I still thought the virus would be under control. Then mid to late February many people started passing away and several celebrities also made the news on contracting the virus! Next thing I know we are in phase one of a mandatory shut down! You know what that meant for the event and wedding industry! CANCELLATIONS & POSTPONEMENTS! During this time i had few rental orders because it was the end of the winter going into spring but this is the time that things pick up because people are ordering renta...

Selections Entertainment LLC - Premiere Event Planning and Wedding Planning in North Carolina: Don't Give Up! : With many businesses closing small and big, the fight to keep a business open is very challenging in 2018! The big businesses are shutting d...

With many businesses closing small and big, the fight to keep a business open is very challenging in 2018! The big businesses are shutting down such as Sam's Club and Toys R US, so imagine what the small business owners are going through! I write this blog today to the small business owners to say don't give up! I know as you are reading this you are saying "easier said than done" but i'm a living witness that you have to keep going! Selections Entertainment is in year 9 and there are many days I want to give up but I say to myself "look how far you have came, what you have accomplished and how you have helped others. Take your business day by day, challenge yourself, ask yourself what you can do different, and how can you meet  and network with different people to build working relationships and build clientele. Also work on supporting other businesses!. The struggle is real but pray, have faith, and believe, you will get through the rough patches. I don...

Many brides are overwhelmed when they are planning a wedding. Many couples have estimated budgets for their special day but many don't plan a realistic budget. The best way to establish a realistic budget is to have a budget in each category. Hire a professional wedding planner to help you with your budget. A planner will let a couple know what is the average cost of a vendor in each category. People are very surprise how much a caterer, florist, or photographer cost in their area. The guessing game of expenses will cause a couple to overspend and become overwhelmed. A planner can also help you with saving money on do's and don't's. Their professional vendor list will help you plan your special day! Happy Planning!

Once thanksgiving comes around the corner, engagement season starts! What happens next? You see a ton of wedding planners, photographers and other wedding business owners flooding your emails and timelines with promotions of discounts for their services. They are lurking social media watching to see who got engaged. They are like vultures! Brides are overwhelm with the questions of did you set a date, what are your colors, do you have a planner? The list goes on and on! Engaged couples, please take the moment to enjoy the engagement process! Yes you will get a lot of wedding vendors who will contact you but enjoy the moment and take it all in! Many people don't enjoy the engagement process and they rush with planning and get overwhelmed! Wedding vendors let engaged couples enjoy the moment and take your time with promotions and pushing your services. A a business owner I understand you want to get a head start with promoting your business but it can get overwhelming looking on th...

Wedding season is fast approaching! Wether you are a bride, planner or business owner in the industry, the season is coming! Are you prepared? For brides after your proposal things can become overwhelming. You are figuring out a wedding date and you have tons of people congratulating you! Before you start planning, enjoy the moment and take it all in! Spend quality time with your fiance! Business owners take this time to get your business in order before the consultations start. Do you have proper staffing, updated inventory, updated website, and contents such as pricing, email address, and phone numbers? Don't wait until the season gets busy to put all those tasks in order. Selections Entertainment is here for you for wedding planning/coordination, rentals, catering and bartending. We don't like to pressure brides with all the big marketing techniques as soon as they get engaged. The best time to find a planner is after the smoke has cleared and you have time to become organ...

Can you believe Selections Entertainment is entering their 8th year of business in 2017? Wow time goes by very fast! We truly want to thank everyone from the bottom of our heart for the continued support, without you we wouldn't still be in business. Thank you for all the events you have supported, open heart giving program, lunch fundraisers, and all 5 of our services throughout the years! What can you expect in 2017? We all know in order for you to grow you have to help others and work with others. Selections Entertainment will be focusing on collaborating more with professional businesses and also assisting with giving back to the homeless and families in need. We are also working on other collabortions to help unite small businesses and help people who inspire to start their own business. Of coarse our wonderful services of wedding planning, event planning, catering, rentals and bartending are still available! See you in 2017! www.selectionsent.com

The years are flying by! Where does time go? Each year more engagements are happening which leads to more weddings! Happy Happy Joy Joy! Family and friends are getting involved with the wedding planning process. The favorite line that most brides hear is "When I got married 5 or 10 years ago, things were this price or that price". 2016, & 2017 brides remember prices are not the same like they were in 2005 and 2010. Yes you can still save money and get great package deals but always remember to stay updated with the times pertaining to pricing. Here are estimated prices for different categories in the wedding industry. Please be advised these are estimated prices only and they can vary from state to state and depends on the business. 1. Venues- This area can be the most challenging to book. The venue sets the tone of the entire wedding. Venues are available in so many different styles such as hotels, ballrooms, country clubs, golf clubs and many more. Alot of venues have...

Dear Professional Small Business Owners:  This topic has been on my mind for awhile and God spoke to me to write you a letter. This is an area we have all been through, and still going through. It's the topic and area of not giving up no matter how it looks. I write to you today to say, stay strong! I know 2 yrs have passed, 5 yrs have passed, 7 yrs have passed and 10 yrs have passed and you still don't see the results! Sometimes it feels like things are getting worse instead of better! What happened to the myth of: After your 5th year things are smooth sailing! My answer to that is sometimes people get their breakthrough under 5 years but the reality is you have to keep pushing. It takes continuous hard work and determination! It's all about revamping, re branding and analyze what you can do for your business. Let's get into the experiences we go through on a regular basis! This letter is not me being mad, blaming people of the results of my life or getting revenge...

Spring is here and summer months are fast approaching! If you are planning for 2016 or 2017 you still have time! Here are some great tips to start planning: 1. You must hire a planner! Whether your special day is in 6 months or a year hire a planner. Your professional planner will make your day so much easier with budgeting, booking the right vendors and time line deadlines! 2. Set a realistic budget! Especially if you are planning at the last minute. Realize the time you have to pay for everything will be shorter and deposits will be bigger. 3. Have alternate dates! If you are planning for the summer and spring months, please be aware that dates go faster for venues and other vendors. If you are not prepared for deposits right away, have an alternate date for your special day! 4. Book your biggest vendors first! Sometimes people go backwards and they will book  a dj, florsit or baker first. They are important vendors but to start your planning off right book your planner, ...

In 2015 i still run into clients or potential clients who feel they do not need a planner! Are you crazy! Wether it's a wedding, party, event or  any type of special occassion, you need a planner! Just like a dj, caterer, photographer, or baker is needed, a planner is needed also! Planners we must stress in our consultation and on our websites the importance of a planner and coordinator! That's good your aunt planned her wedding or your sister planned her birthday party six months ago, but remember they are not professionals! They do not do this on a daily basis! Also stop thinking planners are too expensive for your budget! Most planners have economical payment plans, and deposits! Communicate, work it our with them! Overall this industry is underated and underpaid and many planners and coordinators put alot of time and effort into their work. Respect the industry and hire a planner! Check us out:  www.selectionsent.com Slogan: "Your Choice Of Style & Entertainment...

Many people concentrate on emergency kits for weddings, but what about for events and parties? Some items are similar, but here are items that should be in your emergency kit for an event or party. Breath Mints or gum Flip flops or comfortable shoes Headache medicine and or first aid kit Makeup bag filled with all of your essentials Extra party favors or giveaway bags just incase a few extra guests show up Bottled water just incase you can't get to the catering table Cash just in case you have to run to the store for extra supplies Full list of vendors such as baker, photographer, baker, planner just incase something goes wrong Thread & Needle Just incase that party dress goes haywire Comb/Brush/ Beauty Supplies

Selections Entertainment venue fundraiser was a hit on Aug 1. We are at it again Sep 19! Please support for a great cause! We are working hard to provide a great venue for the Raleigh, NC area! We already provide the major services in the planning industry. Now we need the building! We have also added kids meals to this great fundraiser! If you are unable to buy a lunch please support our gofundme account at  http://www.gofundme.com/SEproject

We all know bartending services really sets the tone for a great special ocassion! Whether a nice wine selection, cocktail or beer beverage is served, guests are looking to have a great time! Hire professional bartenders to leave all your worries behind! Professional bartenders have the experience with portion control, when to serve, when not to serve, creative with drink options to fit your special ocassion,and they provide a professional atmosphere! Contact Selections Entertainment today for professional bartending services! We provide great economical prices and service! Web:  www.selectionsent.com Email: mi@selectionsent.com

Having a wedding, event, party, social gathering or meeting and you are looking for a different style and taste for desserts? Tired of the old sheet cake look? Sweet Synergy is the company for the step out the box desserts! They specialize in cake truffles and stuffed cookies. These items are also great for wedding and party favors and also if a client wants something different other than a cake. Check them out at  http://sweetsynergync.com/

Venue Fundraiser! Support Selections Entertainment on Aug 1! Great Professional Lunches! Help Us Reach Our Goal For A Wonderful Venue And One Stop Shop! Place Order  By July 31 at mi@selectionsent.com

Wedding season is here and we all know rental items such as linens, chaircovers, wine glasses, sashes and many more will make your special occasion pop! We all know that bill can add up very quickly when you are finalizing your overall expected image and vision! Whether you are having a wedding, party, event, or any special occasion, you have to plan and budget! To help knock down that bill we are offering a great Summer Sizzling offer! Receive 30% off rental items of $250.00 or more! Now until June 30th! Check out our rentals list for items and pricing at:  www.selectionsent.com

Selections Entertainment had the pleasure of meeting and networking with owners Ronald Parker and Tamaro Johnson of Artije Photography. When i first met them i automatically noticed their professionalism and branding. Their work speaks for itself. If you are looking for a professional photographer for any occasion, please support this great business. Their prices are economical, and you will feel comfortable during your consultation. Most photographers can have a lengthy time for final pictures but Artije Photography works long and hard on their return. They are also excellent with helping other business owners and connecting people together. Please view their website at:  http://www.artijephotography.com/