Christine S Diamond Events Studio

Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

Christine M. Diamond Certified Wedding and Event Planner

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Welcome To Our Studio

We are so excited that you have contacted us and are here to assist you in the planning process of your special day or event! This unique planning company provides a variety of services including full service planning options.

You will find our packages and pricing designed to fit your budget accordingly. Also included are additional tools and requirements to assist with your wedding. Christine Diamond is the lead wedding planner as well as owner of Christine’s Diamond Events Studio.

Again, we thank you for your inquiry and look forward to assisting you with your planning needs!

Christine’s Diamond Events Studios 12 Pebble Beach Drive Stafford, Virginia 22554 (540) 658-0850 Email: [email protected] Website: www.CDEventsStudios.com

The Company

Christine’s Diamond Events Studio is a Stafford, Virginia based wedding and event planning company designed to provide all aspects of wedding and special events. The company mission is to create breathtaking results combined with your vision and our creative interpretation.

We base our values on the principles to uniquely and professionally plan weddings and events that will leave lasting memories. Our goal is to provide our clients with customized planning services with excellence and a personal touch. No event is out of reach to handle from our perspective.

Meet Christine

I’m a native New Jersey “shore girl” and love everything about beaches, the ocean, bagels and pizza! Moreover, I love being the organization and creativity “guru” that I am. For years I have had the ability to utilize my creativity by planning small but amazing events for friends and family. It didn’t really dawn on me that I could take this

“gift” to the next level when I planned the baby shower for the arrival of my first grandson. When word spread about the success of that event back in 2008, I quickly realized this was the “business dream” on the back burner and needed to be birthed to the forefront. So thus, the journey began.

I love the planning process of assisting clients with their visions and walking them through the process to see their vision become a reality. That within itself is a personal joy knowing clients can trust that I will go above and beyond their expectations and provide them with outstanding professionalism. Although my company is new, I bring a wealth of experience where I am accustomed to perfecting the smallest and simplest details while managing multiple projects at one time.

 Executive Level Legal/Corporate Executive Assistant 30+ years  Administrative management (calendar, logistics, travel)  Project management (Division/section social events)  Certified Wedding Planner  Intern - Stephanie White Events, LLC

You can expect professionalism, courtesy and “on point” results with my services. Thank you in advance for your consideration.

Initial Consultation Meeting (What to Expect)

I can meet anywhere suitable to your liking whether it is at your home, my home office, Starbucks or an outside café. Flexibility is key!

During our initial meeting, I will get to know you as a couple and how your “story” came about. We will review the consultation questionnaire in order to discuss your unique vision and the framework of your wedding day. I will provide you with tools and additional information you will need for the planning process. You will also be required to complete a more in depth questionnaire and contract to retain our services. You will be provided with a packet containing my business card, brochure, vendor suggestion list and other useful information for your personal reference. The consultation should take 30 minutes to an hour, depending on how much assistance you require. It is always my pleasure to help you plan your special wedding day

Our Wedding Planning Packages

We offer three (3) packages that are sure to fit your needs. In addition, we offer a la carte services and a wide variety of other products and services to assist you from beginning to end. Complete package, a la carte and other services along with pricing are listed on the attached sheet.

 Full Service Wedding Planner Package (The Diamond Jewel III) – This package is designed to give you complete full service wedding planning to ensure your vision becomes reality, especially when time is of the essence. In mind for the couple that wants it all, this package is essential to create all that the couple needs for their wedding day. It will include all the planning as well as day of services to ensure all of the pieces are well put together and the event is moving according to timeline set.

 “Day Of Wedding” Planning Package (The Diamond Jewel II) – This package is designed for the couple not wanting to do more than what they need or should do on their special day. We plan to execute your wedding day the way you’ve envisioned and planned it so you can enjoy the day you have always dreamed of.

 Wedding Planning Consulting Package (The Diamond Jewel I) – This package is designed to provide full assistance with wedding day plans without on-site

wedding day coordination. It consists of several one-on-meetings to help in the areas that are needed in your planning process.

______Full Service Wedding Planner Package (The Diamond Jewel III) (Starting at $3,500)

 Unlimited personal consultations for meetings and vendor consultations  Unlimited consultations via email or phone  Wedding planning binder to organize contracts, magazine inspiration & miscellaneous information  Preparation, management and allocation of budget  Provide wedding planning timeline and maintain schedule for meetings, deadlines, and vendor payments  Schedule, coordinate, and attend all meetings with wedding vendors  Venue research to include locating venues, correspond with venue manager, schedule appointments, and attend tours  Vendor recommendations suitable to client’s budget and taste to include: photographer, videographer, caterer, bar catering, band and/or DJ, florist, cake designer, stationer or invitation designer, and all other wedding professionals  Read and oversee all contracts executed by the client with wedding professionals  Negotiate contracts, promotions, and discounts with wedding professionals  Complete style and design planning to include a design board  Wedding style consultation to review ideas for the wedding day  Assistance with ordering save the dates, invitations, escort cards, place cards, table numbers, menu cards, and other stationery needs 12 Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

 Create floor plan and overview set-up logistics  Seating arrangement assistance  Assist with selecting catering and beverage menus  Arrange transportation and hotel accommodations for wedding party and out of town guests

 Create master itinerary to be reviewed and approved by client, including schedules for vendor set-up, hair and make-up, and ceremony and reception activities.  Provide itinerary to the bridal party and select vendors participating in day-of activities  Discuss reception activities with vendors involved  Finalize all remaining vendor payments

______“Day Of Wedding” Planning Package (The Diamond Jewel II) (Starting at $1,500)

 One-On-One Meetings with Bride and Groom 2-3 months prior to wedding date  Unlimited calls, emails and guidance through the planning process  Coordination of Wedding Rehearsal  Coordination of the Bridal Party including parents and grandparents  Customized event itinerary including wedding day timeline  Coordination of all vendors and décor for wedding on the day of the event  Act as Point of Contact (POC) for all vendors for the day of event  Coordination of the event from conception, throughout and end of the day on the day of event  Set up personal items (programs, ceremony, favors, etc.)  Décor setup and breakdown  Ensure all vendors receive final payments and gratuities  Supervision of post reception clean-up

______Wedding Planning Consulting Package (The Diamond Jewel I) ($65.00 Hourly Fee)

 Venue Consultation  Budget and checklist development and management  Event styling and etiquette consultation  Reception and ceremony layout plan design consultation  Vendor recommendations  Vendor/consultation meetings (4 meetings)  Vendor contract negotiations consultation  Assistance with menu development and recommendations on food choice  Monthly planning meetings (begins immediately  Venue walkthrough meetings (one for each venue)  Ongoing communication with consultant via phone or e-mail (10 hours)

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Additional A La Carte Planning Services

 Engagement Party  Bridal Shower and Luncheon  Rehearsal Dinner  Post Wedding Day Brunch  Invitation RSVP Management  Hospitality Suite Management  Wedding Invitation Assembly  Calligraphy Writing Services  Style and Design Consultation  Themed celebrations

*Pricing may vary depending upon definition of planning needs

Payment Schedule

Payment can be made in 4 installments The first 25% is due with your signed contract and will serve as a non-refundable retainer for services The final 25% is due 3 weeks prior to your wedding

Accepted Methods of Payment: Cash, Check, Cashier’s Check, Credit/Debit Card (All checks are to be made payable to Christine’s Diamond Events Studio)

Cancellation Policy

You have the right to cancel this letter of agreement for any reason in writing and signed by all parties within (7) business days of signature execution. The retainer is non-refundable. If cancellation of services occurs less than fourteen days prior to the wedding date, refunds will not be granted, except in the case of particularly extenuating circumstances as determined by Christine’s Diamond Events Studio.

Contract Agreement This contract agreement certifies that I/We, ______, (hereinafter, “the Bride”/“Bride and Groom”/Client), have retained Christine’s Diamond Events Studio (hereinafter “CDES” or the “Company”) to provide planning services for the wedding/special event on ______, the _____ day of ______20__. ______(Initials)

The amount of ______and No cents ($______) is the fee for services to be rendered by which [Bride”/“Bride and Groom”/Client] ______have confirmed accordance to the package price for which has been chosen.. . ______(Initials)

A deposit in the amount of Four Hundred Dollars and No cents ($400.00) shall be paid at or within three (3) days of the signing of this contract to lock said event date. The remaining balance of ______Dollars and No cents ($1,100.00) can be paid (1) in full initially or (2) in accordance to the payment schedule outline. ` ______(Initials)

Services rendered by Christine’s Diamond Events Studio will commence immediately upon the date of receipt of the contract and deposit. You will have 3 calendar days beginning the date of receipt of the contract to null and void which entitles you to a full refund of your initial deposit and cancellation of the contract. Please be advised that failure to cancel within the allotted time frame deems your initial deposit as non-refundable. ______(Initials)

If all aspects of the wedding and reception planning has been finalized and confirmed to include the customized rehearsal and the order of service for the ceremony and reception and the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] wishes to cancel, there will be a $150.00 fee to break the contract. ______(Initials)

If the wedding has to be rescheduled by the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] or CDES because of uncontrollable circumstances to include death, illness, or a scheduling conflict pertaining to vendors, not to include personal reasons, a reschedule date can be made; however, it must be confirmed by both the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] and CDES. If the date has to be rescheduled or cancelled by the Bride or CDES for personal reasons to include change of heart, change of mind, or inconvenience, a $50.00 penalty fee will be paid by the responsible party. ______(Initials)

If there is a cancellation and materials and wedding/décor supplies have been purchased or floral arrangement and decorations have been made prior to the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] request, the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] will be responsible for full payment of said items prior to cancellation.

Additional services, floral arrangements, or decorations that have not been allocated for in the confirmed contract will require an addendum to be written and additional fees will be required for said services and items. ______(Initials)

*Please Note: If this contract is breached by either party or terms of the contract are not adhered to, this matter can be subject to civil court for resolution. The [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] is to be aware that [she/he/they] has chosen the CDES based on trust and honesty, and any suggestions or information brought forth to [her/him/them] is based on research, personal knowledge and experience, or credibility. CDES professional represents and has the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client]’s best interest at heart at all times and acknowledges that all final decisions will be made by the [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client] and/or the responsible party.

Agreed and Accepted By:

______[NAME] Date [Bride/Bride and Groom/Client]

______Christine M. Diamond Date Owner/Executive Lead Coordinator Christine’s Diamond Events Studios

Client Questionnaire

Please take a look at the questions below. These questions are to get you started in preparing and thinking about your Big Day before our Consultation Appointment on October 26, 2017 at 6:00pm

1. Type of Event?

2. What is your vision for your “Event”?

3. What is your budget for this event?

4. Have you thought about a date and time for your event?

5. Do you have vendors already in mind that you would like to use? If so, who are they? 21 Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

6. Have you thought about the décor items you would like to incorporate (i.e. centerpieces, candles, arch, etc.)?

7. How many guests do you plan to invite?

8. What are your expectations for your event?

Wedding Party Checklist

Maid of Honor's Checklist Bridesmaid's Checklist

 Helps the bride select bridesmaids’ attire  Assist the Maid of Honor as  Helps address invitations and place cards requested  Attends as many prenuptial events as  Attend as many prenuptial possible events as possible  Organizes bridesmaids’ gift to the bride  Possibly host or co-host a party or  Is expected to attend the rehearsal and is shower (optional) included at the rehearsal dinner  Assist the bride with errands  Walks in processional and recessional  Contribute to bridesmaids’ gift to the  Holds the groom’s wedding ring bride.  Helps with the bride’s gown  Are expected to attend the rehearsal  Arranges the bride’s veil and train before the and are included at the rehearsal dinner processional and recessional  Arrive at dressing site promptly  Makes sure the bride’s gown is “picture  Walk in processional and perfect” throughout the day recessional  Holds the bride’s bouquet during the ceremony  Possibly participate in  Witnesses the signing of the marriage receiving line certificate  Participate in bouquet  Stands in the receiving line toss, if single  Pays for own wedding attire Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

 Keeps the bride on schedule and transportation to the wedding  Takes care of the bride’s gown and accessories after the reception if requested  Pays for own wedding attire and transportation to the wedding

Best Man's Checklist Head Usher's Checklist

 Organizes a pre-wedding party for the groom  Expected to attend the rehearsal and is  Coordinates the ushers’ gift to the groom included at the rehearsal dinner  Usually gives an individual gift to the  Receives any lists of guests who are to be couple seated in a specific pew and is aware of the  Is expected to attend the rehearsal and is importance and sequence of seating special guests, included in the rehearsal dinner such as the mothers and grandmothers of the bride  Gets the groom dressed and to the and groom ceremony on time  Makes sure that programs, if used, are  Makes sure the groom’s wedding related handed to guests when they are seated expenses are prepared (Officiant fee, tips, etc.)  Makes sure that people who are designated  Makes sure the groom has the marriage to receive special flowers or corsages do receive them, license with him if the flowers have not been delivered to the recipients  Enters the sanctuary with the groom beforehand  Takes care of and holds the bride’s wedding  Checks that all ushers are dressed properly ring and wearing their boutonnieres on the left side, stem down  Makes sure all ushers are properly attired  Makes sure that the ushers know how to and in place on time Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

 Walks in the recessional usher, how to greet guests, how to offer an arm to a  Witnesses the signing of the marriage single woman guest, and how to precede a couple to certificate their seats  Drives the bride and groom to reception, if  Completes entire Groomsmen and Ushers no driver is hired Checklist, as needed  Helps welcome guests at reception  Offers first toast to bride and groom at reception  Dances with the bride, maid of honor, mothers, and single female guests  Helps the groom get ready for the honeymoon

 Gathers up and takes care of groom’s wedding clothes after he changes  Has a car ready for the bride and groom to leave the reception or perhaps drives them to their next destination

Groomsmen & Usher's Checklist Mother of the Bride's Checklist  Participate in party for the groom, if there is one  Hosts an engagement party (the bride’s  Contribute to the ushers’ gift to the groom. family traditionally gets the first opportunity)  Usually gives an individual gift to the couple  Helps couple to decide on sites or assists  Expected to attend the rehearsal and the in making other big planning decisions  Usually contributes to the wedding budget Christine’s Diamond Events Studio rehearsal dinner  Assists the bride in putting together the  Review any special seating situations with the family’s guest list head usher before the ceremony begins  Offers suggestions for special family or  Greets guests as they arrive ethnic ceremony traditions  Seat the eldest women first if a group of  May help bride to shop for wedding gown guests arrive simultaneously and accessories  Ask guests whether they are to be seated on  Chooses own wedding day outfit (may the bride’s side or the groom’s side consult with mother of the groom about formality)  Offer their right arm to female guests (with  Along with the maid of honor and the guest’s escort walking behind) or ask couples to bridesmaids, may plan and host bridal shower follow behind (leading couple to their seat)  On wedding day help bride to get ready  Walk to the left side of a male guest  May accompany daughter and husband to  Hand each guest a program when each ceremony guest has taken their seat  Walk in recessional with husband following  Put the aisle runner in place after guests wedding party are seated and before the processional begins  Greet guests in receiving line  Know the order of seating per tradition such  May be announced along with husband as special guests, grandmothers of the bride and  Sits in an honored place at parent’s table groom, and bride’s mother last  May assist with coordinating vendors  Remove pew ribbons, one row at a time,  May host a post-wedding brunch) after the ceremony  Close windows and check pews for programs or articles left behind after the ceremony  Are prepared to direct guests to the reception site (having extra maps available, if used)  Dance with bridesmaids and other guests at Christine’s Diamond Events Studio the reception  Look after elderly relatives or friends  Participate in garter ceremony, if there is one, and encourage other single men to participate  Coordinate return of rented apparel with head usher or best man  Pay for own wedding attire and transportation to the wedding

Father of the Bride's Mother of the Groom's Checklist Checklist  Contacts the mother of the bride if the  Hosts an engagement party (the bride’s families are not acquainted (or plans a celebration if family traditionally gets the first opportunity) you have met)  Helps couple to decide on sites or assists  Attends (first) engagement party if the in making other big planning decisions bride's family hosts one  Usually contributes to the wedding budget  Along with husband, may host an  May select hotel for out of town guests and additional engagement party for the groom’s side of reserve a block of reduced rate rooms the family Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

 Rents own formalwear (work with couple  Usually contributes to wedding budget to coordinate with wedding party)  May help couple decide on sites and/or  Helps pick up out-of-town guests from make other big planning decisions airport.  Helps group to put together family’s guest  Typically travels to ceremony with the bride list  Walks daughter down the aisle  Offers suggestions for special family or  Gives the bride away during the ceremony ethnic ceremony traditions  Escorts the mother of the bride out  May help bride shop for her wedding gown following the wedding party  Chooses own wedding day outfit (may  Greets guests in the receiving line consult with mother of the bride about formality)  May be announced with wife at reception  Along with husband, plans and hosts the  May make a welcoming speech rehearsal dinner  Sits in an honored place at the parent’s  Escorted out following the wedding party table and the bride’s parents  Toasts the newlyweds after the best man  Greets guests in the receiving line makes his speech and the groom responds  May be announced along with husband at  Dances with the bride the wedding reception  May take care of vendor balances at the  Sits in an honored place at the parent’s end of the reception table  Does mother-son dance with groom

Mother of the Groom's Checklist Father of the Groom's Checklist

 Contacts the mother of the bride if the  Attends (first) engagement party, if the families are not acquainted (or plans a celebration if bride's family hosts one Christine’s Diamond Events Studio you have met)  Along with wife, may host an additional  Attends (first) engagement party if the bride's engagement party for groom’s side of the family family hosts one  Along with wife, may contribute to the  Along with husband, may host an additional wedding budget engagement party for the groom’s side of the family  May help couple decide on sites and/or  Usually contributes to wedding budget make other big planning decisions  May help couple decide on sites and/or  Rents own formalwear (after talking with make other big planning decisions couple to coordinate with wedding party); attends  Helps group to put together family’s guest list fittings as needed  Offers suggestions for special family or ethnic  Along with wife, plans rehearsal dinner ceremony traditions  May travel to ceremony with the groom  May help bride shop for her wedding gown and the best man  Chooses own wedding day outfit (may  May escort wife to her sear right before the consult with mother of the bride about formality) mother of the bride is seated  Along with husband, plans and hosts the  Escorts mother of the groom out after rehearsal dinner wedding party and bride’s parents  Escorted out following the wedding party and  Greets guests in the receiving line the bride’s parents  May be announced with wife  May make a welcoming speech  Greets guests in the receiving line  May be announced along with husband at  Sits at an honored place at the parent’s table the wedding reception  May toast the newlyweds  Sits in an honored place at the parent’s table  May settle final bills with wedding vendors  Does mother-son dance with groom  Attends or hosts post-wedding brunch  Attends post wedding brunch (if held) Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

Flower Girl's Checklist Ring Bearer's Checklist

 Dress and accessories should be paid for by  His attire should be paid for by his family her family  Attends the rehearsal and the rehearsal  Attends the rehearsal and the rehearsal dinner with a parent dinner with a parent  He immediately precedes the flower girl in  In the processional, walks alone directly the processional before the bride and her father  Carries either the actual rings or a facsimile  Often scatters petals from a basket she of the rings (often a practical idea), on a white, velvet holds, although this is sometimes too overwhelming or satin cushion. a responsibility for a young girl to manage in front of  If the rings are genuine, they should be a large group of people It is usually easier for her to fastened to the cushion with a very thin thread or carry either a small basket of flowers or a tiny placed over a firmly fixed hatpin. nosegay of flowers similar to those carried to those  The best man takes the rings from the carried by the bridesmaids cushion at the right moment  In the recessional, walks with the ring  Walks with the flower girl in the recessional, bearer, directly behind the couple directly behind the bride and groom

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Stafford County Marriage License Requirements

1300 Courthouse Road Stafford, Virginia 22554 Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401 (540) 658-8750 8:00am-4:00pm / Monday thru Friday (Except for Court Approved Holidays)

Application Process

 Fill out application on line or in-person at the Stafford County Circuit Clerk’s Office.  In order to claim 0our marriage license after submitting an automated application, both parties must appear in person at the Reception Desk of the Stafford County Circuit Court Clerk’s Office At that time, the Clerk of the court of Deputy Clerk will administer an oath and obtain the necessary signatures on the actual license.  Your marriage license must be claimed at the Clerk’s Office within ten (10) calendar days. Otherwise, the application will become void and re-submission will be necessary.

ID Requirements: Valid U.S. Driver's License, Valid Department of Motor Vehicles Issued Identification Card, Valid Passport, or Valid Military ID. Persons unable to speak English must provide a certified interpreter to interpret for them before a license will be issued.

Waiting Period: Virginia has no wait period between a legal Divorce and marriage. Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

Virginia has no wait period between the issuance of the marriage license and the ceremony.

Residency Requirement: You do not need to be a resident in the State of Virginia to marry in Stafford County. However, The marriage license issued in Virginia is for marriages to be performed in Virginia ONLY

Age Requirement: You must be eighteen (18) years of age and over to marry in the State of Virginia.

Marriage License Fee: A fee of $30 is charged by the clerk of court for issuing a marriage license. A fee of $2.50 is charged to obtain a certified copy of the marriage license after the ceremony has been completed. The Clerk accepts payment in cash, check, money order, and credit or debit card.

Validity Period: The marriage license is good for sixty (60) days from the date of issue and must be returned to the issuing office within 5 business days of the date of the ceremony. You may obtain additional copies at $2.50 per copy.

Stafford County Civil Ceremony Guidelines

Age Requirement and Consent The minimum age for marriage in the Commonwealth of Virginia is sixteen (16) years for both the bride and groom; however, if either party is under eighteen (18), consent to the marriage must be given by the father, mother or legal guardian. This may be done in person by the parent or legal guardian before the person issuing the license, with proper identification or by written consent properly sworn to before a notary public. Special provisions are made in Virginia law to allow marriage for under age parties when the female is pregnant and for situations in which under age applicants have no parent or legal guardian.

Prohibited Marriages •A marriage entered into prior to the dissolution of an earlier marriage of one or both parties. •A marriage between an ancestor and or descendant; or between a brother and a sister; or between an uncle and a niece; or between an aunt and a nephew; whether the relationship is by half or the whole blood or adoption. •When either of the parties lacks capacity to consent to the marriage because of mental incapacity or infirmity. •"Common Law" marriages are not valid if entered into in Virginia or any other jurisdiction, which does not permit them for its residents. Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

License Requirements

•Blood Test - There is no blood test requirement for marriage in Virginia.

•Where To Obtain License - A license for marriage in Virginia is issued by the clerk or his/her deputy clerk of a circuit court in any county or city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The ceremony may be performed anywhere in the State. Applicants must, under oath, furnish information required to complete the marriage record. These items are material and the applicant may be subject to prosecution for perjury for violation of the portion of the statutes which requires this information. For divorced persons, there is no statutory waiting period before marriage after the divorce is granted unless remarriage is specifically prohibited by a court.

•Time Limitations - The marriage must be performed within sixty (60) days after the license is issued. There is no waiting period required between application and issuance of the license and a couple may be married immediately after the issuance of a license.

•Fees - A fee of $30 is charged by the clerk of court for issuing a marriage license. A fee of $2.50 is charged to obtain a certified copy of the marriage license after the ceremony has been completed. Any person authorized to celebrate the rites of marriage shall be permitted to charge a fee not to exceed $50 for each ceremony.

•Virginia issued license - The marriage license issued in Virginia is for marriages to be performed in Virginia ONLY Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

Identification: The Bride and Groom must be able to provide proper identification, which includes: Valid U.S. Driver's License, Valid Department of Motor Vehicles Issued Identification Card, Valid Passport, or Valid Military ID. Persons unable to speak

English must provide a certified interpreter to interpret for them before a license will be issued.

Marriage Ceremony

•Who May Perform? - A minister of any religious denomination must be authorized by a circuit court to celebrate the rites of matrimony. To obtain such authorization, the minister must produce proof of his ordination and regular communion with the religious society of which he is a reputed member. In addition, the court in each city and county has appointed persons who are eligible to perform civil marriage ceremonies. For marriages between persons belonging to any religious society which has no ordained minister, refer to Section 20-26, Code of Virginia, Domestic Relations.

•Witnesses - There is no statutory requirement that witnesses be present at the marriage ceremony.

•Marriage Record - The minister or other person officiating at the marriage must complete and sign the Marriage License (both copies) and forward both forms to the Clerk of the Court who issued the license within five (5) days after the ceremony is performed. One copy of the Marriage License is forwarded by the Clerk of the Court to the State Division of Vital Records. In addition to the forms to be returned to the clerk, the officiate may also prepare a "keepsake" certificate to be given to the newly married Christine’s Diamond Events Studio couple. If the minister or person who performs the marriage ceremony does not return both copies of the Marriage License to the Clerk of the Court who issued the license, there will be no record of the marriage in the courts or with the state. Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

Certified Copies If a certified copy of the marriage is required, it may be obtained from the office of the Clerk of Court (cost-$2.50) or from the Virginia Division of Vital Records in Richmond, Virginia, for a fee. When application is made for a copy of a marriage record from the Division of Vital Records, the following information should be included: full name of groom, full maiden name of bride, date and place of marriage and the name of the circuit court that issued the marriage license. Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

Short Essay

Christine’s Diamond Events Studios will be a full-service wedding and event planning company based in Stafford, Virginia. My business plan is to provide planning services with integrity and professionalism whereby ensuring the client needs and desires are met and fulfilled according to their unique taste and style. I plan to market and strategize by targeting those persons whose everyday lives reflect a significant “time management” disadvantage that will impact planning their own wedding and/or event. The plan is for my company to be there from day one until each and every detail of a client(s) event is fulfilled and presented.

It is a goal for my company to provide unique services (i.e., personal vision boards, draping, and calligraphy writing) in order to “stand out” and be categorized as a “premier” event planning company. I have outlined my company goals below:

1- Year Goal Plan

 Solidify marketing materials (brochures, flyers, business cards, website)  Research market for pricing my business  Plan at least two (2) weddings and one (1) special event  Target client-based advertising  Attend event planning conferences and wedding expos Christine’s Diamond Events Studio

 Self-help tools  Continue education in the industry

5-Year Goal Plan

 Become a full-time planner  Increase revenue  Branch to destination weddings/corporate social events  Consider Office space  Obtain LLC and insurance  Register my business (LLC)  Plan my own company expo

10-Year Goal Plan

 Incorporate my business  Hire staff  Have an internship program