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With the advent of marriage equality in 37 states, including Virginia and Maryland, along with the District of Columbia, new trends and traditions for LGBT weddings are developing. And one of the challenges LGBT couples often face is finding wedding professionals who are in tune with the times and support marriage …

Weddings are personal – and now so is your bridal show. Come out to historic Morven Park in Leesburg next Sunday, March 15th, 1 – 4pm, for an interactive experience with some of the area’s finest wedding professionals at Intimate Bridal Shows. Tour the unique Winmaill Carriage Musuem and the …

I love touring venues! Northern Virginia has such a wealth of grand hotel ballrooms, classic country clubs, and unique reception sites. One of those unique places is the Cherry Blossom Banquet Hall, tucked away by a small lake on Route 7 in Sterling. Cherry Blossom is known for hosting elaborate ethnic weddings. …

If the words “country chic” or “rustic romance” describe your wedding vision, then you’ll want to check out East Lynn Farm, located just outside the village of Round Hill in western Loudoun County. This working farm is known to area caterers and restaurant managers for it’s “farm to table” produce, was …

Located on Route 15 just south of Leesburg, Oatlands Plantation is a landmark for wedding receptions. Known for its stunning gardens, this historic property offers several locations for outside ceremonies. Receptions are tented and held on the grounds in front of a gracious mansion. This ever-popular venue books well in …

Historic property Alwyngton Manor can now accommodate weddings of up of to 250 year round. The side patio was recently fitted with sliding glass windows and it’s now heated – totally toasty for a winter wedding. Located in the heart of Warrenton and built in 1855, Alwyngton Manor has spacious rooms …

Heritage Hunt Golf & Country Club still has some great dates available in April and May and the catering sales staff wants to book them! Book one of their remaining dates and receive a complimentary room rental. There are also some dates left in June and August – save 50% …

Yes, you can still have a May wedding – and at special savings. Briar Patch Bed & Breakfast, located on Route 50 just outside Middleburg, has May 8-9 and May 22-23 with 40% off their wedding weekend packages.  With its charming farmhouse inn, beautiful outside ceremony sites and spacious event space, Briar Patch can …

I am an unabashed fan of Belle Grove Plantation, located east of Fredericksburg on the Rappahannock River. This former childhood home of President James Madison is now a beautifully appointed bed & breakfast and available for weddings – from intimate affairs to tented galas. Here’s what happening at this unique …

Planning a 2015 or 2016 wedding? Then you’ll want to get in on this venue raffle by Middleburg Community Center. As a non-profit organization, MCC is always looking for ways to raise funds for their programs. The center is holding a raffle and the winner gets use of the community center for their …

Belle Grove Plantation has a great 2015 Valentine’s celebration for elopements and vow renewals. Imagine your ceremony at a mansion on the Rappahannock River with up to five guests, complete with officiant and photographer. The “Seal the Deal” – Elopement or Vow Renewals is only $300 and your ceremony can take place …

I just received an email from Wedding Specialist Laura Petrosino at the newly remodeled Regency at Dominion Valley with a wonderful offer on select dates for the first part of 2015. The club has January 17, February 7, March 21 and March 28 available – book one of these days …