[Left: Jagdish Brar [C/o My Big Day] / Right: Monica Hill [C/o Aisle Plan Your Day]Would you like the chance to learn all about Sikh, Hindu and Muslim weddings? Now is your opportunity! Jagdish Brar, a fellow colleague and dear friend of mine; is a true expert on South Asian weddings and has created a fantastic opportunity!
Explore and learn all about the different aspects involved in planning, coordinating and attending weddings of a culture you may not be familiar with. Expand your client base and take part in this 1-Day seminar being offered here in Edmonton!
Date: Sunday June 19, 2011
Time: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Location: Edmonton, TBD
Some of the topics that will be covered in the seminar include:
• Sikh Weddings : pre-engagement rituals, formal engagement rituals, pre-wedding ceremonies (i.e. maiyyan, akhand path, choora, etc.), ceremony, post-ceremony rituals
• Hindu Weddings: pre-wedding ceremonies (i.e. vara satkararah, madhuparka, etc.), ceremony, post-ceremony rituals
• Muslim Weddings: pre-wedding ceremonies (i.e. istikhara, imam-zamin, manjha, etc.), ceremony, post-ceremony rituals
• Wedding Attire – there will be a fashion show featuring models showcasing various wedding outfits for both brides and grooms. You will also be taught about each clothing item that composes a wedding outfit. You will also be taught how to tie a saree.
• Make-up Artist – a make-up artist will apply bridal make-up on a model and show how a bride’s outfit is put together and how her jewelry and chunni is to be placed.
• You will be provided with a sample itinerary
• Budgets – who pays for what?
• Trends – such as destination weddings
• Gurdwara Tour – each participant will be given a tour of a Gurdwara (transportation included)
• And many, many more topics!
Date: Sunday June 19, 2011
Time: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Location: Edmonton, TBD
Some of the topics that will be covered in the seminar include:
• Sikh Weddings : pre-engagement rituals, formal engagement rituals, pre-wedding ceremonies (i.e. maiyyan, akhand path, choora, etc.), ceremony, post-ceremony rituals
• Hindu Weddings: pre-wedding ceremonies (i.e. vara satkararah, madhuparka, etc.), ceremony, post-ceremony rituals
• Muslim Weddings: pre-wedding ceremonies (i.e. istikhara, imam-zamin, manjha, etc.), ceremony, post-ceremony rituals
• Wedding Attire – there will be a fashion show featuring models showcasing various wedding outfits for both brides and grooms. You will also be taught about each clothing item that composes a wedding outfit. You will also be taught how to tie a saree.
• Make-up Artist – a make-up artist will apply bridal make-up on a model and show how a bride’s outfit is put together and how her jewelry and chunni is to be placed.
• You will be provided with a sample itinerary
• Budgets – who pays for what?
• Trends – such as destination weddings
• Gurdwara Tour – each participant will be given a tour of a Gurdwara (transportation included)
• And many, many more topics!
Fee: The early bird special is $299 until April 30, 2011 after which the regular fee will be $349. This will give you the following:
• A full day of learning about Sikh, Hindu and Muslim weddings
• Coffee/tea and snacks throughout the day
• A hot lunch provided by one of the best caterers in Indian Cuisine (allowing each participant to try Indian cuisine first hand)
• A reference guide detailing everything you will learn in the seminar
• Directory of top vendors who specialize in South Asian weddings
• A tour of a Gurdwara (transportation included)
• Certificate of completion
More South Asian couples are opting to hire a wedding planner. This market is only going to increase. To reach this lucrative, emerging market, you need to be ready. The best starting point would be to gain as much knowledge as you can about the different cultures along with all of the traditions and rituals that are included in the wedding.
Why lose your business to someone else? Come learn from an expert in the field! The registration page will be available on http://www.mybigday.ca/ ---Payments can be made by EMT or certified cheque.
This seminar is open to all WPIC and non-WPIC wedding professionals, including photographers, DJs, etc.
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
• A full day of learning about Sikh, Hindu and Muslim weddings
• Coffee/tea and snacks throughout the day
• A hot lunch provided by one of the best caterers in Indian Cuisine (allowing each participant to try Indian cuisine first hand)
• A reference guide detailing everything you will learn in the seminar
• Directory of top vendors who specialize in South Asian weddings
• A tour of a Gurdwara (transportation included)
• Certificate of completion
More South Asian couples are opting to hire a wedding planner. This market is only going to increase. To reach this lucrative, emerging market, you need to be ready. The best starting point would be to gain as much knowledge as you can about the different cultures along with all of the traditions and rituals that are included in the wedding.
Why lose your business to someone else? Come learn from an expert in the field! The registration page will be available on http://www.mybigday.ca/ ---Payments can be made by EMT or certified cheque.
This seminar is open to all WPIC and non-WPIC wedding professionals, including photographers, DJs, etc.
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
Mary Dann is one of the most sought after coordinators in Southern California. Mary Dann -McNamee and her team of wedding and party coordinators have been responsible for detailed event planning and creative party consultation to many corporations and families around the country since 1991. They are known for their commitment to surpass their clients' expectations and have created intimate weddings and extravagant upscale affairs for a long list of clients, including many of Hollywood's elite. 
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