Links
Getting Married in Michigan ~ Michigan law is simple and straightforward, here's an article outlining all the ins and outs of getting the paper that makes a Michigan wedding legal.
Application for Change of Name (Social Security) ~ Read the regulations, then download, print and fill out the form. Take it to your local Social Security office with your completed Marriage license and you'll be issued a card with your new name on it within a few weeks. It's that simple.
Michigan Wedding Solutions ~ Search by city or by category to find local photographers, tuxedos, carriages and much more!
How much does a Wedding cost? ~ This site allows you to see averages for wedding costs in several categories by Zip code. Trying to choose between two cities? Wondering how much other couples spend in your area? This is your site.
Marriage Counseling ~ The Family & Marriage Counseling Directory is a comprehensive portal on the web for marriage and family counseling information, help, and resources.
Wedding Ceremonies
Ceremonies, Vows and other ideas ~ Browse this page for wedding ceremony suggestions and allow it to inspire your creative genius!
Wedding Music ~ Do you need to put a name to the tune you want? Listen to samples of the most popular ceremony selections here.
Medieval wedding and Handfasting ceremonies ~ LOTS of variations on the handfasting theme here.
Renaissance and Medieval Weddings ~ Ceremony ideas as well as clothing vendor links and food ideas. Put together from postings on various SCA and Ren Faire newsgroups.
Renaissance Wedding Ceremonies ~ A discussion of traditions, including the ring, flowers, wedding cake, etc. For those who crave authenticity for their Renaissance-inspired event.
Planning your Handfasting ~ Considerations for Pagan couples.
Poems about Weddings and Marriage ~ Some sweet, some cynical. Includes a neat little verse from a new wife to her mother-in-law.
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Wedding Vendors ~ Local
Bridge Street Wedding Chapel ~ Beautiful chapel for weddings and other sacred occasions. In Grand Ledge.
The English Inn ~ Consider an outdoor wedding in the English Garden or on the banks of the Grand River, or an indoor wedding and reception here. Bed and Breakfast rooms available as well.
Marshall Activity Center ~ Reception venue for up to 600 guests. Can provide a full-service bar. In Marshall.
Affordable Events by Chris ~ Livonia based event planner and wedding coordinator offers makeup, invitation, floral and other services to busy couples. It often helps to know someone "in the business" when you're deciding which vendors to use, so give Chris a call, you'll be glad you did!
Oliver S. Howell Photography ~ Professional photography services for weddings (and other portrait needs) in the Lansing, Kalamazoo and Traverse City areas. Easy to work with and very professional.
Doves In Flight Decorating ~ Provides beautiful canopies, chair coverings, wedding arches and other wedding decor items to events within about 60 miles of Lansing.
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Wedding Links
The WedAlert Reception Site Locator - Find the perfect location for your wedding reception.
The Knot ~ One of the largest wedding planning sites on the web. Local pages allow you to learn about resources in the Lansing area.
The Wedding Help Line ~ A wedding planning site with checklists, articles, ideas and more for those planning a wedding.
Blueberryweddings.com ~ The most extensive listing of products & services for wedding and post-wedding planning. Discover hints & tips, etiquette do's and don'ts and a very insightful bulletin board.
Wedding Planning with Dress Up Your Wedding! ~ Directory of Wedding professionals, forums, articles and more.
Wedding Manor ~ Your source for Wedding Professionals!
Onewed.com ~ Wedding planning guide. Find local wedding photographers, wedding dresses, and so much more!
The-Wedding-Planner.com ~ Wedding planning resource with a national and international wedding vendor directory, expert articles, step-by-step planning, classified ads, and much more. It's never too soon to start planning!
Wedding Approved ~ Wedding vendors, tips and information. Find what you're looking for here.
Index Wedding ~ Directory of information on all things wedding.
Wedding Service Companies ~ A quality US portal entirely aimed at wedding services.
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Professional Wedding Officiants elsewhere
Day of Dreams ~ Thomas Witham performs modern, elegant, and professional wedding ceremonies for couples throughout Chicagoland.
Alaska Wedding Ministry ~ Holy Spirit Ministry, an online non-denominational Christian presence for Alaska and the world, providing services in the greater South Central Alaska.
Weddings in Italy ~ Italian Wedding venues available in Tuscany, Rome and many more locations!
Rev. Ann Fuller ~ Non-denominational interfaith minister in Brevard County, Florida whose mission is to preside at the most beautiful and memorable service crafted to celebrate your unique relationship.
The Weddin' Guy ~ Pastor Mark Bernard and Rev. Donald Smith serve the Northeast Ohio and Northwest Pensylvania areas.
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Wedding Vendors ~ Online
Renaissance Writings ~ Invitations, Save the Day cards and other printed items.
Touch Wood Rings ~ Environmentally conscious or metal sensitive couples will not want to miss this website. Gorgeous hand crafted wooden rings, custom made to your specifications. They have to be seen to be appreciated.
Wedding Depot ~ "Your online wedding boutique" includes a large selection of unity candle stands, decorative marriage certificates, wedding favors and even "learn to dance" videos!
Wedding Invitations ~ "Invitation Box offers one of the widest selections of party invitations, birth announcements, holiday cards, stationery products, and gifts to make every occasion special."
Pagan Papers ~ Handfasting invitations and elegant typesetting for the Magickal community.
Tuxedos & Formalwear ~ After Six has been the leading provider of Men's Formalwear Fashion and Tuxedos for over 100 years.
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Other Ceremonies
Ritualwell ~ Jewish rituals to bless and celebrate all aspects of the life cycle, from the major milestones like marriage and death to the minor ones like one's first sexual experience or moving into a new home.
Childbirth Blessings ~ A wonderful archived discussion of "Blessingways" among midwives. Many ideas and inspirations here.
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Other Links of Interest
Body Mind Spirit Directory ~ Musicians, ministers, clothing, personal care items and more natural and healthy items available in your area.
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"Thank you so much for your understanding & patience with our situation 2 weeks before our wedding. You made our ceremony beautiful and we will remember it forever.
Thank you again."
Andi and Levi -
Married June 16th, 2007