The Makoy Center: Katherine and Brandon’s Wedding Celebration

The Makoy Center: The wedding reception of Katherine and Brandon was incredible from start to finish.  We had a blast working with them to create the perfect celebration of joy and fun to match their happy personalities!   <3

photo by Kari Me Photography

Here’s a peak at some of the music and special details that went into creating this fun reception.

Click the title for a sample.

Bridal Party Grand Entrance ~   The Final Countdown     Europe
Bride & Groom Grand Entrance ~  Walking on Sunshine      Katrina & The Waves
Bride & Groom 1^st Dance  ~ Ten Minutes Ago     from Cindrella Broadway Cast Album
Father/Daughter Dance  ~ Cinderella     Steven Curtis Chapman
Mother/Son Dance ~ The Perfect Fan     Backstreet Boys
Bouquet ~ Man I Feel Like a Woman     Shania Twain
Garter ~ Sexyback      Justin Timberlake

And some of the special details that WE LOVE:

Kiss to Kiss activity during dinner.

Katherine and Brandon provided us with the names of a few special couples, and DJ David called on them to help demonstrate “how a married couple is supposed to kiss”.  This was so fun and inclusive, and helped set the tone for the dancing that followed.

SPECIAL Anniversary Dance

As a way to fill the dance floor while also celebrating married couples, this dance began with the bride & groom AND anyone married 50 years or more.  Then newest married and longest marrieds, including the bride’s Great Aunt & Uncle, Chuck & Marilyn Smith, enjoyed the spotlight and applause before other married couples were invited to join them and fill the dance floor.

Goodbye Circle Sing-along into Sparkler Exit

Everyone was invited to circle up with the bride and groom and join in singing their alma mater, Carmen Ohio together.  At the end of the song, the wedding party led everyone outside to prepare for the spectacular SPARKLER EXIT!!!

photo by Kari Me Photography

Wishing happily ever after to Katherine and Brandon!  Thanks for letting us be part of your wedding day.

If you aren’t familiar with The Makoy Center, do yourself a favor and check them out.  This hidden gem has two unique and very pretty ballrooms, and the experienced event team is so accomodating!  Clay, Sheila and the staff at The Makoy Center always do a great job. Visit them here: The Makoy Center

We love the beautiful photos captured by Kari Me Photography.  What a pleasure to work with Kari and her eye for art … and romance! See the pictures on Kari’s blog here: Kari Me Photography