Thursday, December 13, 2012

Tonight, at 6pm, I've been given the honor to Officiate the Wedding of Sean and Rebecca at the local Orchards Park here in Vancouver, WA! Since it will be dark at that time, I'm not sure if I will get any photos!

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Friday, January 6, 2012

The Academy Chapel -Windsor Weddings

Today I visited The Academy Chapel, in downtown Vancouver, WA, where one of my recent couples were wed. Since it's such a lovely place for a wedding, I wanted to share their prices and information which I will also be posting on my web site at: RoseJWoodruff.com  I did take a video tour of the chapel which you can view below.

To begin with, the Academy Chapel is ran by Windsor Weddings located at the Academy at 400 East Evergreen Blvd, Ste 216, Vancouver, WA 98660. Map LINK. Vicki is their contact person and you can reach her at: (360) 696-4884. Their regular office hours are Tues: 10am-4pm, Wed: 12-5pm, Thurs: 12-5pm, and Friday: 10am-4pm. You can also meet with her by appointment only on evenings and weekends. Their web site address is: AcademyChapel.com

To tell you a little more about the Academy Chapel, to begin with, it is located in the historic Academy building in Vancouver, WA and features a breath-taking three-story high carved altar. The chapel features beautiful stained glass windows and has a lovely balcony at the rear of the chapel. The stately French-Carpenter-Gothic Providence Academy building was opened as a young ladies academy back in 1874. The chapel, itself, was finished and dedicated in 1883.

The altar is a perfect place for beautiful wedding photos and don't forget the curved staircase between the first and second story which can be reached from the south entrance where more beautiful photos can be taken in their outdoor garden area while using the academy building as a handsome background.

Your guests will appreciate the ample parking, handicapped access and small elevator. The Academy is easy to find and just one mile from the Interstate 5 bridge in Vancouver, WA. You can take the City Center Exit onto "C" Street which will lead you right to Evergreen Blvd.

This location is also good for vow renewals, Commitment ceremonies and small concerts. The chapel's main floor seating area seats up to 200 people.

There is ample free parking for your guests for your event along with the use of a dressing room for the bride and one also for the groom with the chapel rental. An additional one hour is available for a rehearsal and is included in the price.

Since we are in their 'Off Season' time, here are their rental prices for Nov. 1st through March 31st.

Days of Week          Rental           Rental     +     Refundable             Booking Deposit
                                Period           Charge            Deposit                 50% of Total Amount
Mon-Thurs               2 hours          $275      +        $100                           $187.50
Fri (4:30-7:30pm)     3 hours          $475      +        $100                           $287.50
Sun (10:30a-1:30p)   3 hours          $475      +        $100                           $287.50
       (2:30p-5:30p)     3 hours          $475      +        $100                          $287.50
Sat (10:30a-2:30p)    4 hours          $575       +        $100                          $337.50
      (3:30p-7:30p)      4 hours          $775       +        $100                          $437.50

For more information and to view their contract, please visit their web site above.

The Academy Chapel Video

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Portland Gay & Lesbian Wedding Expo

Portland Gay & Lesbian Wedding Expo Sunday, February 19th, 2012 from 12:30-3:30pm.

Today I received information to the upcoming Portland Gay & Lesbian Wedding Expo coming up on Sunday, February 19th! I'm including some of the information from their web site on the event for your information:

You are invited to the Same Love, Same Rights Gay and Lesbian Wedding Expo!

On Sunday, February 19th, 2011, there will be over 30 gay-friendly vendors on hand to answer questions and to provide planning insights. The event will be filled with fun and informative resources in a safe and welcoming environment! There will be music, free samples, giveaways and more!

Vendors will include, Wedding Cake Bakers, Event Planners, Ceremony & Reception Venues, Officiants, Caterers, Jewelers, Invitation Companies, Travel Resources, Legal and Real Estate Professionals . . . all gay friendly and eager to work with couples. You can RSVP through their web site at: SameLoveSameRights.com/Events/2012portlandgayexpo.html where you can register to attend and get free tickets to the event. There is even a place where Vendors can sign up and pay to secure a table to display their services.

Their web site shares that you'll find everything you may need to plan and polish your dream ceremony! Past attendees to their expos throughout the country have been thrilled with the high quality of businesses exhibiting, as well as the level of respect and legitimization they experienced. Also the Red Lion Hotel in Portland is graciously sponsoring this unique event which should be an afternoon you won't want to miss!

They are asking people help them spread the word via social media about their 2nd-annual event! Their web site says that there is a web banner you can download but I was unable to find it.

Please visit my web site at: http://www.RoseJWoodruff.com if you would like to see more information about my Wedding Officiant services!

Monday, January 2, 2012

Wedding of Amanda & Phillip Badalamenti

Congratulations Amanda and Phillip Badalamenti!

I had a wonderful time officiating the wedding of Amanda and Phillip on December 31st, 2011 at 6pm in Portland, Oregon! Their wedding was held at a friend's home which was beautifully decorated for the event. Over 20 people were present and the bride wore a really nice red dress. Amanda's father walked her down the isle and handed her to her awaiting love, Phillip! Photos will follow soon!

Amanda found me through searching online when she came across my web site: http://www.RoseJWoodruff.com. I can also be found on WeddingWire.com.