
Vendor Tipping - Your Cheat Sheet
Tipping can be tricky business, so we put together a cheat sheet for you to follow on the big night. I recommend having all your tips in envelopes already put together. You don't want to be tipping tipsy. The tipping falls on the duty of either the father of the bride, the best man or the wedding planner. Give your pre-planned tips to one of these before the beginning of the ceremony. Wedding Planner Wedding planners usually do not expect anything. However, if yours did a gre

Summer's Signature Cocktails
Mixology and signature drinks are raising the bar (literally). Below are some of our favorite summer cocktails for your next wedding or event. Blackberry Whiskey Lemonade Recipe For the Blackberry Simple Syrup: 12 ounces fresh blackberries ½ cup sugar For the Blackberry Whiskey Lemonade: 7.5 ounces whiskey 7.5 ounces lemon juice 1 large rosemary sprig 6 ounces blackberry simple syrup INSTRUCTIONS For the Blackberry Simple Syrup: Put the blackberries and sugar in a small sauce


Calabasas Best Of 2015
We are honored to accept the award for "Best Event Planner 2015" in the city of Calabasas. Below is a copy of the press release. Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Chain of Events Receives 2015 Best of Calabasas Award Calabasas Award Program Honors the Achievement CALABASAS July 2, 2015 -- Chain of Events has been selected for the 2015 Best of Calabasas Award in the Event Planner category by the Calabasas Award Program. Each year, the Calabasas Award Program identifies compa

Room Block 101
In order to get the best deal possible, reserve a room block for your corporate or special event group. A room block refers to (10) rooms or more. You can either charge all the rooms to a master account or have your guests provide their credit card upon check in for room payment or incidentals only. If you decide to pay for your guest’s rooms, we recommend having them provide a credit card upon arrival for any room charges or incidentals. Although you want to pay for their ro


Tips For Your Beach Wedding
Let's face it, beach weddings are beautiful but they don't come without challenges. Here are some tips to remember when planning your beachfront ceremony. #1. Sand and high heels just don't mix. Wear flat-sole sandals, espadrilles or wedges, shoes that won't sink into the sand. #2. Remember, sand can get pretty hot. Have an aisle runner made of fabric or thick flower petals to keep from burning your feet. #3. Consider an updo, think of the elements when deciding on a hairstyl

20 Questions For Your Caterer
1. Do you have a license? Why ask? This means the caterer has met local health department standards and carries liability insurance. 2. Do you have liquor liability insurance (if they're providing alcohol)? Why ask? Anyone serving alcohol needs to have this type of insurance! If your wedding guests leave your party after taking advantage of the open bar and injure themselves, you could be held responsible. 3. Can you provide references from previous clients? Why ask? Refere