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The Castle Welcomes Intermountain Professional Photographers

The best photographers in the Intermountain Region will gather this month, February 22, 2010, at The Castle Events Center in Layton Utah.  They have pooled their resources to bring Travis Gugelman in to teach Professional Photographers a day long seminar on photographing the family.  Gugelman Photography is a highly sought after, nationally award winning portrait studio and we will be excited to hear from him! Gugelman Photography

Click here to learn more about Intermountain Professional Photographers and register for this exciting event!

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The Castle in Winter Wonderland

We have been using these beautiful pictures on our website for some time now and wanted to thank Mark Bowers Bowers Photography for capturing our Castle in such beautiful circumstances! Mark is a Master Photographer in American Fork and a great friend! Thanks Mark!

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5 Things to Know About Your Wedding Photography

Check out these 5 great tips that every Bride should know about their wedding day photography:

• Book Early!: In most cases, select your photographer 6 months before the wedding. If you are planning on tying the knot during peak wedding season (May, June, September, and October), consider booking 9 months in advance to secure your top pick.
• Get Referrals: Ask friends, family, and of course – your wedding coordinator! Our wedding coordinators at The Castle work with many vendors and can help you to find the photographer that fits your needs.
• Personality Matters: You don’t have to be best friends with your photographer, but you should feel comfortable and at ease with them. After all, it is your special day!
• Don’t Settle for One Style: You don’t have to pick between traditional photography and a more photojournalistic style of photography – you can have them both! Be open with your selected photographer from the beginning so they know exactly what you are expecting on the day of your wedding.
• Get it in Writing: Make sure your contract includes prices, the name of your photographer, hours of coverage, number of prints, and the type of albums. While it would be fun to have you special day all over again, you just can’t recreate those exact memories if your photographer doesn’t cut it on your day.

For exceptional photography, consider booking with The Castle Photography for your wedding day memories. For more info click here or call The Castle at 801.773.5262.

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Don’t Miss “The Phantom Killer” at The Castle

The Castle is doing it again on Saturday, January 16, 2010 – We are providing you with the opportunity to attend a Murder Mystery Dinner to die for! We know you have heard talk around town about how fun our murder mystery dinner shows are – and we can’t forget to mention what a delicious meal you will enjoy with your friends.

We invite you and your friends to attend “The Phantom Killer” at The Castle on Saturday, January 16, 2010 at 7:00 pm. You will delight over The Castle’s Chicken Royale with mashed potatoes, our chef’s seasonal vegetable, mixed wild greens, rolls & butter, and our famous cheesecake. For more information on the killer show visit Hunt Mysteries for details or call The Castle at 801.773.5262.

Our shows sell out very quickly so call today to reserve your ticket at 801.773.5262. And don’t forget to mention this blog post to receive $5 off your ticket price!

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Let The Castle & Michael Lucarelli Transform Your Special Day!

We are so excited to kick off 2010 with a bang here at The Castle! But before we forget about all of the fun and excitement of 2009 we wanted to share an amazing wedding day vendor with you.

Our last wedding of 2009 was beautiful – Monique & Steve were such an amazing and gracious couple to work with. It was so romantic when Steve took the time to surprise his bride with a serenade down the aisle  by world-renown classical guitarist Michael Lucarelli. The happy couple and guests were able to enjoy Michael’s music throughout the reception that evening. Michael is truly an amazing and talented artist who brought so much elegance and class to Monique & Steve’s special day. He comes with The Castle’s seal of approval for your next event! Together let us make your event a memorable one for years to come.

Call to schedule an appointment to visit The Castle today at 801.773.5262. We’ll help make your Utah wedding a dream come true!

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$100 off Catering for the New Year!

At The Castle, we are ringing in the new year early! To celebrate 2010 we are offering $100 off catering when you book your wedding reception and mention this blog. This is such a great opportunity that you surely shouldn’t miss!

We invite you to visit The Castle for a tour to see our amazing building and all of the wonderful services we offer. We know that you will be in awe of our beautiful ballrooms, bride & groom suites, and gardens – even if they are under a little snow!

Call today to set up an appointment at 801.773.5262. We look forward to hearing from you!

Snow Day at The Castle

Offer good for wedding receptions booked with deposit by January 31, 2010.

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Murder Mystery Dinner a Success!

We would like to give a huge THANKS! to Hunt Mysteries and all of our wonderful guests that attended “Which Witch is the Head Witch?” on October 23 & 24. Not only was the show amazing, but the dinner was just as delicious!

Keep an eye out for our next available Murder Mystery Dinner event – since both October dates sold out very quickly! – you don’t want to miss out on a fun night with friends or family.

"Which Witch is the Head Witch?" Hunt Mysteries cast at the sold out show on October 23 at The Castle.

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Jewel Tone & Berry Combos are Making a Splash this Fall

Jewel Tones:

The new black tie is bold and bright thanks to jewel tone combos that energize your event.

Let your bridesmaids stand boldly at the alter with you in a deep blue gown – a great alternative to black. Or spice up the men with a stunning jade colored tie. If you’re nervous about the color intensity, offset the bold colors with buttery toned blooms. Calla Lillies are a perfect finish to your weddings bright color palette.

The options are endless – try adding touches of Sapphire and Emerald to your special day!

Jewel Tone & Berry Combos courtesy of Pretty Chicky

Berry Combos:

Plum and Berry tones are ripe for the picking this fall, this juicy color combo is sure to infuse your event with rich radiance.

Instead of opting for the same little black dress, try an exciting fuchsia minidress to let everyone know exactly who you are on rehearsal night. Or instead of having the same old bouquet as the bride at the last wedding you attended, request a bouquet with peonies, sweet peas, and orchids to add a fun pop of color to your palette. And don’t forget your flower girl – she will surely shine in a plummy organza dress with a touch of eggplant along the hem. Let your berry inspired dreams take you far!

For even more jewel tone & berry combo ideas, check out the October 2009 edition of Brides magazine. Their section on “brides color school” will definitely teach you a thing or two!

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Wedding Coordinator to the Rescue!

Your special day is quickly approaching and you’re feeling overwhelmed – it’s ok – every bride has those overwhelming moments before they make their walk down the aisle, but no bride should feel stress throughout their entire engagement. This is your special time to create and live your wedding dreams!

One unique service that we provide at The Castle to help keep your wedding planning process stress free is a personal Wedding Coordinator. Your Wedding Coordinator works with you during the entire planning process to insure your big day goes off without a hitch! From picking linen colors and menu options, to a rehearsal night with your wedding party and Coordinator at your side, this time is sure to be fun, exciting and of course stress free! What more could a bride ask for!?

Come in and visit us for a tour today! Just call 801.773.5262 to schedule an appointment for your Utah wedding. We know you’ll love it!

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Congratulations Shannon & Jacob

Congratulations to Shannon & Jacob who won the Grand Prize Wedding Package from The Castle, valued at over $2500 from attending the Bridal Gathering wedding show in Ogden. Our staff can’t wait to host their ceremony and reception next Spring. It will surely be an event to remember!

Shannon & Jacob