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share their big day with their closest friends and family members. The WPI has urged wedding planners to offer microwedding packages in an effort to capitalize on this emerging trend. Data from The Wedding Report indicated that the total number of weddings would rise to 2.77 million in 2021, an increase of roughly 650,000 over the yearly average. Even if only a fraction of couples who tie the knot in 2022 opt for a microwedding, a preexisting microwedding package can help wedding planners secure their business. Couples who opt for microweddings may do so to save money, but also to avoid the effort and save the time required to plan more lavish affairs. Such couples may be especially excited to work with wedding planners who can plan their weddings regardless of how small the Microweddings are not necessarily a affair may be. new trend, as couples have always had the option of getting married with only a small number of family and friends in attendance. However, microweddings Nothing should be off the table could be an emerging trend, and cost may have a lot to do with that. when planning a microwedding. The The Wedding Planner Institute notes fewer the people who will be there, that microweddings cost anywhere the more freedom planners and from $1,600 to $10,000, though the couples may have. The WPI notes that group notes that most microweddings microweddings afford planners and fall somewhere in the middle of couples the chance to get personal in that range. A 2020 survey from TD ways that may not be possible when Ameritrade found that 47 percent of organizing larger affairs. Planners respondents felt that cost of living was can focus on small details and allow the biggest threat to their ﬁnancial couples to make their ceremonies security and long-term investments. and receptions as personal as they Engaged couples confronting the would like. Couples who prefer well-documented post-pandemic microweddings tend to emphasize increase in cost of living, including minimalism, so keeping things simple an unprecedented rise in housing is something to keep in mind when costs, could see expensive weddings planning microweddings. Microweddings are an emerging as luxuries they simply can’t afford. Microweddings could be viewed as a trend that make for a realistic option cost-effective way to combat the rising for couples and the people they hire to cost of living that still allows couples to help them plan their big day. The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have been far-reaching. People from all walks of life have had to confront the pandemic and the changes it wrought, and many of those changes could have some staying power. Wedding industry experts note that one of the more noticeable and potentially long-lasting effects of the pandemic has been the rise of microweddings. The 2020 Real Weddings Study (COVID-19 Edition) found that 58 percent of couples who planned to get married in 2020 ended up reducing their guest list by a signiﬁcant percentage. The average reduction was 41 percent, and some suspect small ceremonies may be the new normal in the years ahead.

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Picture Perfect Wedding Day Photography Tips

Few things document weddings more effectively than photographs. Carefully curated wedding albums and portraits hung on walls serve as daily reminders of a couple’s special day. Photography is often left in the very qualiﬁed hands of professional photographers. However, couples can pitch in to make their photos really pop. These picture pointers from industry insiders can help couples put their best smile forward.

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A carefully orchestrated timeline can ensure photos are the best they can be. Why? Because a couple who is relaxed and not overwhelmed will notice that attitude translates to their photographs. When planning wedding timelines, couples should leave ample opportunities for getting dressed, chatting with the wedding party and going through various photography settings to grab great photos, advise the experts at Martha Stewart.

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A wedding day is not a time for the bride or groom to try a dramatic new style, according to photographer Amanda Lamb. Resist the urge for a daring cut or color. It’s also likely not the place to try out new facial hair or heavy makeup. A couple unaccustomed to the way they look may be shy in front of the camera.

If the photographer does not have his or her own assistant, recruit someone who is assertive to help wrangle everyone for the family shots. Attempt to get family photos when family members are relaxed but not too far rumpled by dancing or having a good time.

Prepare wedding details, like gowns, shoes, accessories, etc., in advance to save time once the photographer arrives, suggests Desi Mendoza, a pro from Dez and Tam Photography. Invest in a beautiful hanger for the wedding gown as well, because you may want to photograph that on its own.

Put Together A Short List

The photographer will have his or her ideas of which shots to cover, but a couple with speciﬁc goals in mind should relay that information to their photographer. For example, if a grandparent is getting up in years, request some solo photos of that person so you can look back on happy times together. Certain couples want to be snapped posing with a beloved pet. Putting that on the list helps ensure it will happen.

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Learn To Pose

Couples can practice posing in front of mirrors to get a feel for body positions that put them in their best light. A photographer’s advice in regard to posture is invaluable as well. Create space between arms and the body and learn how to angle the body so you look your best. Photos will capture wedding day memories forever. Couples can put themselves in the best positions for success by following some photography guidelines.

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Wedding planning involves many movable pieces that ultimately need to come together on the big day. Planning is typically a months-long process, and adhering to certain monthly benchmarks can help couples stay the course. Brides magazine offers that the perfect engagement period is 12 to 14 months, which affords ample time to get organized and work with vendors. With that in mind, here’s a 12-month timeline for couples getting ready to say “I do.”

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arrangements. Your place of worship also may require certain classes or preparatory meetings, so be sure to inquire about these. Meet with a makeup and hair stylist and book a trial. Choose attire for groomsmen and give them a deadline for fittings and orders. If you will not be getting married in a place of worship, Now is the time to get a firm hire an officiant at this time. handle on the theme and scope of the wedding. Start picking wedding colors and overall design. Also, interview and Grooms traditionally arrange the hire vendors, such as photographers, bands and videographers. These honeymoon, so this is a fine time to vendors tend to book up quickly as get those travel plans in order. If you wedding season draws near, so it’s need passports, you should secure never too early to book them. them as early as possible, and no later than four months prior to the wedding to ensure processing times. Book cake This is a good time to start shopping tastings and order the cake if it is not for a wedding gown because it might part of the venue food and beverage take some trial and error to find the package. If you haven’t already done perfect dress. You also can start so, the bride should have an initial shopping for wedding party attire gown fitting, and wedding invitations at this time. Check with formalwear should be ordered at this time. vendors to see how long it will take for the gowns to arrive in the shop for alterations. If you haven’t already done Secure your wedding license and so, be sure to book the wedding venue. buy wedding party gifts. Address and mail the wedding invitations. Undergo a second gown fitting and work with Reception halls may have their own schedules, but you should think about the seamstress for the final fitting date setting your menu at this time, including just before the wedding. Finalize any deciding if you will host a seated song selections with the DJ or band. The final details will occur in the dinner, a buffet or something else. Eight months out also is a good time last weeks before the wedding. Buy to finalize the guest list and send save- all the small accessories and items, undergo final fittings and check in with the-date cards. This also is a good time to visit stores all vendors for final payments and to to create registry gift lists. ensure they are on schedule. Notify the reception hall of the final guest count. Once the wedding day arrives, Meet with potential florists and couples who have done their best to other vendors, like transportation stay on schedule can relax and have a companies and hotels, to secure these great time with family and friends.

Your Guide To Hosting An Elegant Dinner Party

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Hosting at home requires attention to detail. Choosing the right accessories and accoutrements is part of setting a formal dinner party scene and creating an inviting atmosphere. The following approach can serve as a guide for men and women as they prepare to host a formal dinner party.

Practice A Proper Table Setting

The art of a properly set table may have fallen out of favor, but it’s one thing that may impress your guests the most. You’ll need speciﬁc settings for formal events, and there are plenty of online tutorials offering advice from etiquette experts. Invest in a new tablecloth to serve as an impressive base for the beautiful table settings.

Send Proper Invitations

While many people have grown accustomed to the convenience of evites, nothing conveys the formality of an event better than a traditional paper invitation. Find invitations that match the tone of your dinner party, whether semiformal or formal. This will help set the tone and let guests know what to wear.

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Take inventory of the types of dishes, glasses, silverware, and serving platters you have. If items don’t match or you do not have enough matching items for all guests, consider purchasing or renting items so everything matches. Plan ahead so you have enough dishes for the courses you will be serving without having to wash items in between.

Limit Your Courses

It is better to do one or two courses very well than stretch yourself thin trying to impress guests with a multitude of courses. Choose dishes that you’ve made before and have had success with. Avoid foods that

Set Up A Fresh Flower Arrangement

Whether you prefer a large table centerpiece or smaller bud vases all along the table, fresh ﬂowers add appeal and aroma to a space. Think about complementary ﬂowers in the living room or in the require major preparation or attention while guests restroom as well. Flowers are an added touch to are present. make formal dinner parties more special.

Know Your Bar Needs

Different drinks call for different glasses and tools for preparation. Therefore, offer a few signature drinks and stock the items that will be needed for them. Red and white wine glasses, coupe glasses, martini glasses, single rocks glasses, and double oldfashioned glasses are some of the most common to have on hand. You’ll need stirrers, cocktail shakers

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End the meal with a special dessert. Find those singular places in the town or city where you live that are known for their desserts. Intricately decorated cakes or pastries will have a wow factor. Attention to detail and thorough planning are keys to hosting elaborate dinner parties.

The Story Of Cupid What would Valentine’s Day be without images of a golden-tressed boy armed with bow and arrows? The arrows represent feelings of love and desire, and they are aimed and cast at various individuals, causing them to fall deeply in love — or fall out of it. In Roman mythology, the boy is known as Cupid and is the son of Venus, the goddess of love. Portrayed as a cherubic and mischievous toddler, this magical boy was purported to be the matchmaker of gods and mortals alike. For students of Greek mythology, Cupid represents Eros, the Greek word for “desire.” He was the son of Aphrodite, Venus’ Hellenistic counterpart, and would play with the hearts of mortals and gods, sometimes leaving

mayhem in his wake. In Greek mythology, Eros was more teenager than bubbly baby, and capitalized on his status as a heartthrob rather than the cherubic status of Roman mythology, according to Richard Martin, a Stanford University professor. While Cupid may have been an adorable imp, some historians say Eros had a darker side, going so far as to describe him as calculating and sinister — forcing the wrong people into lovelorn matches. According to Museum Hack, while Cupid could make people fall in and out of love, he also was once in love himself. In this telling, Cupid is a young man when Venus learns that a mortal girl is born with such great beauty that others start to forget to worship Venus, adoring this girl

instead. Upset about the misdirected adoration toward this mortal, Venus asks Cupid to have the girl, Psyche, fall in love with a monster. Cupid agrees, but once he sees Psyche he “accidentally” hits himself with one of his own golden arrows and falls in love with Psyche. The resulting match does not prove easy, and through a series of unfortunate events, Psyche must prove her love to Cupid and accomplish various tasks to win back his heart. Eventually, Psyche does and achieves goddess status. Cupid has been portrayed both as a young man and child through Renaissance art and beyond. When Valentine’s Day became popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, Cupid was linked to Valentine’s

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FOUR HS PHOTOGRAPHERS CHOSEN FOR SUFFOLK ART COMPETITION - East Islip High School photography students Naomy Mukai, Luciana Ponciolo, Kelly Waldron and Kaylee Wilko were chosen to participate in the annual High School Art Competition at Suffolk County Community College. Photo courtesy of East Islip School District East Islip High School photography students Naomy Mukai, Luciana Ponciolo, Kelly Waldron and Kaylee Wilko were chosen to participate in the annual High School Art Competition at Suffolk County Community College. Their work was displayed in the Sagtikos Art Gallery in the college’s Sagtikos Arts and Sciences Center. More than 100 students from 16 different schools submitted works

for this competition. “Being at my first showcase, seeing all the artwork and touring Suffolk’s new art center was a great overall experience for me,” Waldron said. “I am so thankful that Suffolk gave me the opportunity to display my art for the first time,” Mukai said. “It was an honor to be chosen for this opportunity by my art teachers. Being able to see the new facilities in person,

especially the darkroom with Mrs. Singh and Mrs. Toomey, was an amazing experience.” “We are very thankful to Suffolk County Community College for offering our students the opportunity to display their talents,” Singh said. “Naomy is an incredibly talented photo student, and I am so proud of her work.” “I am so proud of all of the students and am so excited we are finally

able to celebrate and hang physical artworks in a professional gallery space,” Toomey said. “Being able to see artwork in person is an experience we have all missed.”

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Bay Shore-Brightwaters Public Library Continued From 16 Rhonda Denet Singer – Celebrate the AfricanAmerican experience with Ms. Denet who will be singing songs from the 1930s through the 70s. The Black Spectrum Theatre presents 2 Trains Running and An Aretha Story: Natural Woman Sugar and Spice Motown Revue – This performance have many Motown favorites and other classic 60’s soul music. February 12th – Saturday at 2:00 P.M. – Civil Rights On Long Island – This is an In-person Lecture – Join author Christopher Verga as he discusses his book

about how Long Island has been overlooked as a battleground of the civil rights movement. The Zoom platform will be used to host the following events. To receive information please email: re@bsbwlibrary.org February 10th at 7:00 P.M. – Slavery & the John Jay Family: A Seven Generation Story via Zoom February 15th at 7:00 P.M. – Virtual Author Lecture – The Underground Railroad on Long Island via Zoom February 17th at 7:00 P.M. – Genealogy 101: Researching Ancestors of Color via Zoom February 24th at 7:00 P.M. – Black History Month Trivia Night via Zoom

Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies – 2:00 P.M. – February 2nd – Glory (198 9) February 9th – Daughters of the Dust (1991) February 16th – Dreamgirls (2006) February 23rd – Loving (2016) CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS: Check out our website, Facebook page and YouTube channel for announcements and learn about all of our activities. Monthly brochures and calendars are available on our website or stop by the Children’s Desk for a print version. PARKING LOT WiFi

AVAILABILITY – To better serve our patrons, we have added new access points to improve WiFi availability outside our building. To utilize this expanded coverage, connect your device(s) to the new BSBW Outdoor WiFi network. The network should be reachable from anywhere in our parking lot. DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASSES ON LINE Defensive driving classes are not currently taking place in person. You can take the classes online at either: http://www. empiresafetycouncil. com or http://www. aarpdriversafety.org

Craft And Vendor Sale AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary #18, located at 141 Carleton Avenue in East Islip, is having a Craft and Vendor Sale as a fund raiser on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 10:00am to 4:00pm. Fish Bowl – Rafﬂes – Cake Sale Admission is Free. The event to be held indoor. For more information, please call 631.277.9842 or 631.581.6913

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