Concerts. There is a genre of concert for just about everyone. There are almost as many types of venues for concerts as there are genres of music. Because summer is winding down, schools are back in session, and my orchestra rehearsals have resumed, I have concerts on the brain. If you’ve read my blog forContinue reading “Encore-Worthy Venues”
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Comfy with the Rut
I was recently at an event for meeting planners and suppliers. One of the industry’s thought leaders made a comment I’m not sure he even was aware of, but it made me think about some of the events my clients are requesting. Some organizations get comfortable with the rut. They are so used to doingContinue reading “Comfy with the Rut”
Planning, Permits & Pyro
Years ago I was asked to plan an evening event that was something different. I did a bit of research and discovered that, at that time, hiring a pyrotechnic company to bring a fireworks show on property was not outside the realm of possibilities. I know there are fireworks shows all over town on theContinue reading “Planning, Permits & Pyro”
Clean Up in Aisle Nine
When I mention confetti, or even glitter, some event planners immediately cringe. It took me a while to get past my tic anytime someone mentioned confetti when I was the in-house planner at a large facility. However, when planning a celebration, it’s hard to stay away from exploding streamer cannons, bright lights, and loud music,Continue reading “Clean Up in Aisle Nine”
Beer, Brides & Baumstamm?
While traveling in Munich, my husband and I did a bit of sightseeing. As with most trips, we walk quite a bit and visit bustling downtowns, old castles, and ornate churches. While traversing through the square, we saw what appeared to be a Junggesellenabscheid (bachelorette party). Here, groups of ladies dress up in weird outfitsContinue reading “Beer, Brides & Baumstamm?”