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Wedding
Services Directory
All
area codes are (518) unless otherwise noted
Bachelor/
Bachelorette Services
DiCarlo’s Gentlemen’s Club
1165 Central Ave., Colonie, 459-8440, www.dicarlos.com
Have
your bachelor party with us. Featuring the largest group of
entertainers in the Capital District, with food service from
11:30 AM till 8 PM.
Double
Vision
1917 Route 9, Clifton Park, 877-7353, www.doublevisionny.com
The
area’s premiere gentleman’s club. Home of amateur nights with
the hottest talent around. Available for bachelor parties
and grooms night out. We have a full kitchen, private room,
and daily and weekly drink specials.
Rub
It Down Entertainment
210-9596, owners@rubitdown entertainment.com
The
Hottest name in Bachelor party entertainment is looking to
bring the party to you. Experience the difference an upscale
entertainment company can make.
Bands/
DJ Services
Albany Musicians Association, Local 14 AFM
www.albanymusiciansunion.com
Diane Geddes, 489-7652; Neil Brown, 221-3737
HIRE
LIVE MUSIC. Over 300 members with classical, jazz, variety,
country rock and party bands. Available for ceremonies, cocktail
hours, rehearsal dinners, and receptions.
Eclectic
Songs
883-3911, www.eclecticsongs.com
Eclectic
Songs, based in upstate New York, is the Capital District’s
best choice for your professional entertainment needs!
Discover how we make your special event unforgettable, successful,
and fun.
Girl
Howdy
13 McDarby Road, Lee, Mass., (413) 243-8168, www.girlhowdyband.com
Honkytonk
& vintage twang for dancing your way into wedded bliss!
Make your event one to remember with our special selection
of honkytonk love songs!
David
J. Wilkinson – Professional Disc Jockey
518-393-5394
boshkong@aol.com
Your wedding: The day you’ve dreamed about. The right
music can make or break your event. For a party to remember,
count on David Wilkinson!
Mobile
Sound
745-8467, www.MobileSound Unlimited.com
Our
limit is your musical imagination! We have 15 years of experience
specializing in weddings. Customized packages are available
and we service the entire New England area. Visit us on the
web for more details!
Soul
Session
(888) DIG-SOUL, mail@soulsession.com, www.soulsession.com
High
energy and spirited ensemble that performs multi-genre soul
music with entertaining command and spontaneous originality!
The
River Ensemble: Classical Chamber Music
851-9791, shulmuse@capital.net
A
flexible instrumentation chamber music ensemble providing
classical music to add just the right touch for your ceremony
or reception
Violinist
286-9665
Classical
violinist available for ceremonies and receptions. Available
as a soloist or small ensemble.
Cakes
Coccadotts Cake Shop
1179 Central Avenue, Albany, 438-4937, (fax) 438-4930, www.coccadotts.com,
cocca dotts@yahoo.com
Coccadotts
specializes in freshly baked, custom designed cakes for weddings
and all your special occasions. When you’re lookin’ for a
cake that hits the spot . . . come on down to Coccadotts!
Schuyler
Bakery
637 Third Ave. (Route 32), Watervliet, 273-0142
Serving
the Capital District for over 50 years, with always the finest
products and lowest prices. Call today for your cakes. Baked
goods also on premises.
Caterers
Mansion Catering
1 Glen Avenue, Scotia, 583-4653 x 635, susanb@onereputation.com,
www.onereputation.com
Mansion
Catering can bring its reputation of exceptional food and
service to any location. We are committed to helping you design
the event of your dreams. Meticulous care goes into each detail
to transform your ideas and visions into reality.
Churches/
Officiants
First Unitarian Universalist Society of Albany
405 Washington Ave., Albany, 463-7135, www.albanyuu.org
Weddings
for 50-340 guests in lovely classic or modern spaces, receptions
for up to 140. Catered or potluck; band or D.J. The choices
are yours.
The
Most Rev. Richard G. Roy, OSJD
166 Jay St., Albany, 434-8861, NatCathCh@aol.com, members.aol
.com/NatCathCh.holytrin.html
Available
to officiate at Catholic/Christian weddings for both same-sex
and opposite-sex couples. Pre-Cana counseling required. Call
for further details.
St.
Sophia Greek Orthodox Church
440 Whitehall Road, Albany, 489-4442
Dance Instruction
Albany Ballroom Social Dance Studio
6 Winners Circle, Colonie, 542-5108 www.albanyballroom.com
Learn
to dance for your wedding in a private, relaxed setting to
the song(s) of your choice. Make your first dance a memory
for a lifetime. Call owner/instructor Michelle Lauzon for
more details.
Fred
Astaire Dance Studios
368 Troy Schenectady Road, 783.3130, www.albanyfads.com
From
beginner to advanced, come experience our wedding programs
and fun-filled events! Succeed with our unique teaching system
developed by Fred Astaire himself and taught by our world
class instructors!
Fitness
PACE Personal Wellness Services
441-0566, cheryl@pacelifestyle.com
Experience
a personalized approach to mind and body toning. Our services
are made to fit your physical, nutritional and wellness goals.
Free consultation!
Florists
Classica Florist & Gifts
2573 Western Ave., Guilderland, 356-4494, www.classicaflorist.com
A
full-service florist experienced in offering unique designs
for weddings and all occasions. Let Classica Florist help
make your special day special!
Danker
Florist
658 Central Ave., Albany, 489.5461, www.dankerflorist.com
Attention
to detail is our promise to you. Danker Florist has been recognized
and awarded Best Florist in the Capital Region by the Metroland
Readers Poll 2005/2006.
My
Favorite Things
85 Lexington Ave., Albany, 427-7758, www.MFTDesignStudio.com
A
fresh approach to design . . . through the art and science
of horticulture.
Gifts
Aurora’s Boutique
282 River St., Troy, 266-1191, www.auroraswillowcreek.com
Create
envy! Seduce the senses! Discover the glamorous dress, show
and jewelry collection at Aurora’s. Featuring gowns by Ursula
of Switzerland.
Counties
of Ireland
77 3rd St., Troy, 687-0054, www.thecountiesofireland.com
Not
your typical Irish shop. Carrying a unique line of Celtic
wedding bands, stunning bridal jewelry, Irish clothing, accessories
and giftware. All lines are manufactured and imported directly
from Ireland. Experience a bit of Ireland in Troy!
Peaceful
Inspirations
384 Kenwood Ave., Delmar, 439-7039, www.peacefulinspirations.net
Shop
for thoughtful shower and wedding favors, gifts for you and
your bridal party in a relaxing environment. Items range from
jewelry, aromatherapy to fair trade and locally handcrafted
gifts.
Jewelry
Albany Diamond Center
1717 Western Ave., Guilderland, 489-4995
Since
1992, for 17 years, our area’s best prices on certified diamonds.
Also specializing in colored gem stones, diamond jewelry,
jewelry repair and appraisals.
Elissa
Halloran Designs
229 Lark St., Albany, 432-7090, www.ehdesigns.com
Elissa
Halloran Designs features handmade jewelry of Elissa Halloran,
as well as the work of many local artists. Her unique designs
feature freshwater pearls and semi-precious stones, as well
as antique beads.
Drue
Sanders Custom Jewelers
1675 Western Ave., Albany, 464-9636, www.druesanders.com
Drue
Sanders Custom Jewelers is a full-service design studio, specializing
in custom designs for almost 30 years. We’ll help you create
that unique band that is only for you and yours!
Photographers/Videographers
Catricala Video Productions
947 Broadway, Rensselaer, 449-8638, 857-8348, catvideo2000@yahoo.com
Professional
quality, capturing. Been doing wedding events for over 25
years in the Capital District. One- or two-camera shoots.
Gates-Thomas
Photography
59 Denison Road, Niskayuna, 209-5863, www.gatesvideophoto
graphy.com
Gates-Thomas
Photography offers a comprehensive list of video products
for the wedding affair. We use quality equipment and take
pride in our films. You can be assured of a professional presence,
and will love our signature products.
Lloyd
Studio Ltd.
2231 Fifteenth St., Troy, 272-5902, lloydstudio@aol.com
Experience
is everything! Family-owned professional photographers since
1880.
Printing/
Engraving
Engrave a Gift
20 Mall, 2080 Western Ave., Guilderland, 464-2895, www.engraveagift.net
Gifts
for all occasions: weddings, anniversaries, baptisms, first
communion, birthdays, and corporate gifts.
Real
Estate
Community Reality
255 Orange St., Albany, 434-1840, www.yourownhome.org
We
are a nonprofit real estate brokerage that specializes in
first-time homebuyer representation in the Capital Region.
We help our clients find the right house for the right price!
Reception
Halls
Angelo’s 677 Prime
677 Broadway, Albany, 427-7463, info@677prime.com, www.677prime.com
Imagine
your rehearsal dinner held at the area’s hottest setting.
With private rooms holding up to 80 for a formal dinner, to
lavish cocktail parties for 150, Angelo’s 677 Prime is the
ultimate in swank and style.
Birch
Hill Catering
One Celebration Way, Schodack, 732-4444, www.birchhillcatering.com
Birch
Hill . . . Simply Perfect! Tents by the pond, romantic fireside
ceremonies, cocktails on the garden terrace, dancing in the
conservatory. On- and off-premises catering.
The
Century House
997 New Loudon Road (Route 9, Just north of Northway (I-87)
Exit 7), Latham, 785-1857; Marge Heather, Wedding Coordinator,
Marge@TheCenturyHouse.com, www.TheCenturyHouse.com
From
intimate rehearsal dinners and bridal showers to large, creative
receptions, the Century House—also a 68-room hotel—can make
the wedding you dreamed of come true.
Eagle
Crest Golf Club
Clifton Park, 877-7082 ext. 221, www.eaglecrestgolf.com
A
wedding reception should be an exceptional experience. Eagle
Crest’s ballroom is the perfect place to start your life together.
For additional information call and ask for Wendy Soroka.
Events
at Erlowest
3178 Lake Shore Drive, Lake George, 583-4653 x 635, susanb@onereputation.com,
www.onereputation.com
Located
on beautiful Lake George, the grand ballroom is truly a testament
to luxury, with a lakeside view that is second to none. Accommodating
up to 250 people, this amazing destination spot is perfect
for celebrating as you are surrounded by the beauty of the
Adirondacks.
Glen
Sanders Mansion
1 Glen Ave., Scotia, 374-7262, info@glensandersmansion.com,
www.glensandersmansion.com
Set
on the banks of the Mohawk River, the grand ballroom, patio,
and riverfront gazebo accommodate up to 300 guests and help
make your day as perfect as you could possibly imagine.
Hall
of Springs
108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, 583-3003, info@hallofsprings.net,
www.hallofsprings.net
Located
on SPAC grounds, the Hall of Springs welcomes up to 500 guests.
Marble columns and Belgian crystal chandeliers set the tone
for your lavish event. Our attention to detail, delectable
food, and impeccable service allow you to enjoy your party
as we cater to you.
River
Stone Manor
1437 Amsterdam Road, Glenville, 382-8322, info@riverstonemanor.com,
www.riverstonemanor.com
Amenities
offered include banquet facility with seating up to 230, ceremony
site along the Mohawk River, manor house for bridal party
preparation, and outdoor terrace with seating up to 115.
Saratoga
National Golf Club
458 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs, 583-4653, nicoleg@golfsaratoga.com,
www.golfsaratoga.com
From
golf outings to weddings, Saratoga National’s exceptional
surroundings will provide you with unsurpassed experiences.
Suitable for up to 300 people, we provide the ideal setting
for beautiful weddings, special celebrations, and other memorable
events.
The
Banquet and Meeting Place at St. Sophia
440 Whitehall Rd. Albany. 489-4442, www.stsophia.net
Create
your own very special occasion in our unique and lovely banquet
hall for your wedding and social events. Ranging from the
simple to the lavish, we have an offering of choices to meet
your individual taste and budget. Seating capacity up to 300.
Open to the public.
A
Wedding in the Country Historic Chapel
882-6773, www.aweddinginthecountry.com
Beautiful
weddings since 1859. Non-denominational. Judges and clergy
available.
Restaurants
Aperitivo Bistro
426 State St., Schenectady, 579-3371, info@aperitivobistro.com,
www.aperitivobistro.com
The
perfect location for your shower or rehearsal dinner is the
new Aperitivo Bistro. Located between Proctors Theatre and
Bowtie Cinema, its chic metropolitan décor welcomes up to
30 guests in our beautiful Tuscan style private dining area.
Barnsider
480 Sand Creek Road, Albany 869-2448, www.barnsiderrestaurants.com
An
elegant dining experience for over 40 years. Special event
planning for your wedding rehearsal dinners, intimate ceremonies,
bachelor parties, receptions and bridal showers. Private rooms
available for 15 to 100 people.
El
Divino
1702 Chrysler Ave., Schenectady, 374-7711, www.eldivino.com
The
Dilorenzo family has been brining to the area only the finest
in dining. They offer wedding catering on- and off-premises.
Stop in for pasta night Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Available for bachelor parties, bride’s night, and rehearsal
dinners. Call El Divino today!
Glen
Sanders Mansion
1 Glen Ave., Scotia, 374-7262, info@glensandersmansion.com,
www.glensandersmansion.com
Set
on the banks of the Mohawk River, the grand ballroom, patio,
and riverfront gazebo accommodate up to 300 guests and help
make your day as perfect as you could possibly imagine.
The
Inn at Saratoga
231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 583-1890, www.theinnatsaratoga.com
Delight
in the reflection of Saratoga’s nostalgic past. Fine dining
by our award winning chef and our grand ballroom filled with
Victorian ambiance.
LaSerre
14 Green St., Albany, 463-6056, www.laserrealbany.com
Charming
and intimate, LaSerre boasts one of the most romantic rooms
in the region. With a marble fireplace, mahogany walls and
a light filled atrium, the style is beautifully European.
Let the staff at LaSerre customize each package with care
for the details. The staff realize that your choice of venue
for your wedding rehearsal is extremely important.
Maggie’s
Sports Bar
1186 Western Ave., Albany, 437-3701
One
of the hottest upscale sports venues in Albany. Come to Maggie’s
for there famous karaoke; still running on weekends. Great
live and local music. Fine dining for your dinner parties,
rehearsal dinners, and all your fine dining needs.
Salons/Makeup
Makeup Designs
Contact : Amy, (917) 693-1955, or Tara Elizabeth, 225-4834,
makeupdesigns@gmail.com, www.makeup-designs.com
We
come to you! Get ready for your special day in the convenience
of your own home or event location. Please call for a complimentary
consultation.
Studio
Orlo
1475 Balltown Radd, Niskayuna, 381-3555
Celebrate
your special day stress free with us! Our salon is your private
oasis for you and your bridal party. We offer bridal packages
in a relaxed and fun setting. A beautiful day, a beautiful
you!
Spas/Massage
Body & Sol Tanning
287 New Scotland Ave., Albany, 813-4033
Albany’s
newest upscale tanning salon featuring top-of-the-line equipment
and the latest integrated technology featuring an exclusive
facial rejuvenation bed!
Center
for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy
3 Cerone Commercial Drive, Albany, 489-4026, www.CNWSMT.com
CNWSMT
provides a comprehensive program of study that carefully balances
the art and science of therapeutic massage. Full-time and
part-time programs starting soon!
Travel
Services
Albany Aqua Duck & Trolleys
462-3825, info@albanyaqua ducks.com, www.albanyaqua ducks.com
Hop
on board the Albany Aqua Ducks & Trolleys! Both offer
daily, narrated historic tours and are available for weddings,
birthdays and all special occasions.
A
Touch of Class Limos
482-1982, www.atouchofclasslimos.com
Complete
on-line quote form, affordable rates, limos/vans/SUVs/ sedans,
buses. 25/30/35-passenger white wedding coach. Comfortable
transportation for bridal Party and shuttling guests.
Tuxedo
Rental
Tuxego
Peter Harris Plaza, Latham, 783-0260; Eames Plaza, North Greenbush,
283-8899; Westmere Plaza, Guilderland, 456-3414; www.tuxego.net
Tuxego
offers a free formalwear consultation focusing on fitting
your needs for your special day. A personalized consultation
provides the history and styles of tuxedos so that you are
best informed about creating the essence of style perfect
for you.
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