02.29.08

Chris Telzerow Promoting Billy Joel Tribute - Channel 3 WKYC-Tue., March 4

Posted in Public Events at 4:53 pm by Leigh Peterson

Tune in to Good Company on Ch. 3, Tuesday Morning at 10 am to see Chris perform some tunes from the show!  You don’t want to miss this amazing talent.

This appearance is to promote the Michelle’s Wish Fundraiser at the House of Blues on Sunday, March 9th.

5 Creative Wedding Planning Tips You Haven’t Thought Of

Posted in Wedding & Event Planning at 12:34 pm by Leigh Peterson

At Last Event PlanningAnother of our favorite wedding planners, Amy Shipman, President of At Last Event Planning, wanted to share with us some of her tips for a bride who wants to be a little more creative than traiditional.  Here are some ideas you may not have thought of before:

  1. The Unexpected- Give your guests something they don’t expect and you’ll leave a lasting impression on them. A customized out of towners gift basket with local flair is the perfect way to welcome your out of town guests. Or perhaps a late night snack–after hours of cocktails and dancing, they’ll appreciate the treat!
  2. Be Creative- Don’t be afraid to ask your caterer to come up with creative alternatives to the items we have all come to expect from a wedding dinner. Food can be an art form; utilizing local and seasonal products will infuse a more personal feel.
  3. Lighting Is Everything- In good lighting, everything and everyone looks better. Often under-utilized lighting can transform your wedding space into something magical or downright funky; from a room wash in a dramatic bold hue to hundreds of whimsical paper lanterns or a custom logo projected on the dance floor, the right touch of light will make all the difference.
  4. Eclectic Style-The days of all round tables with one style of centerpiece are gone and in its place are a mix of round, square and long tables as well as several different centerpiece designs meant to capture your attention and create the WOW factor we all crave.
  5. Go Green- In a world that is increasingly focused on conserving and the environment, use your wedding as an opportunity to share your love of the earth with your guests…from recycled and/or plantable invitations to organic/local food and sustainable centerpieces, you can create a naturally romantic event!

02.25.08

Billy Joel Fans-You Need to See Chris Telzerow!

Posted in Public Events at 2:32 pm by Leigh Peterson

Cleveland's Piano Man Chris Telzerow-tribute to Billy Joel

Many of you are familiar with Chris Telzerow as the piano player in the Jerry Bruno Orchestra. Many have also noted and admired how he nails the Billy Joel style and voice.

We are pleased to announce a public show where you can enjoy the amazing voice of Chris Telzerow doing what he does best-A Tribute to the Music of Billy Joel!

Sunday, March 9, 2008 at the House of Blues!

Visit the HOB web site for ticket details.

7:30-9:30 pm

This great night of music is also a wonderful fundraiser. Profits go to Michelle’s Wish Foundation - a non-profit organization created to carry on the simple brilliance of lifelong wishes to help care for people who have suffered through no choice of their own - Michelle’s Wish. Specifically, the Foundation, through various fundraising efforts, seeks to benefit worthy causes closest to Michelle’s caring heart, including:

- Children - through a children’s wish program and a children’s scholarship program specifically dedicated to giving a truly memorable experience/gift or scholarships to children either with life-threatening illnesses or without financial means;
- Education - Through a scholarship program specifically dedicated to aiding aspiring nurses with a deeply compassionate interest in medical-related and bedside related care; and
- Medical research - Through a heart disease research and education fund.

02.15.08

The Orchestra Playing at Two High-Profile Cleveland Fundraisers

Posted in Public Events at 4:54 pm by Leigh Peterson

Saturday, March 1, 2008

Renaissance Ball at
the Embassy Suites in Independence
An enchanted Black Tie Affair of dining and dancing

Proceeds go to:
Parma Hospital Health Care Foundation

Tickets: $125
Cocktails & Silent Auction: 6 pm; Dinner: 7 pm
A short presentation following dinner, then dancing until midnight with the Jerry Bruno Orchestra!

For more information, visit Parma Health’s website

AND

Saturday, March 8, 2008

A Night for the Red & White
InterContinental Hotel

Proceeds go to:
Shaker Heights School District

Tickets: $125
Beginning at 7 pm
This is Jerry Bruno Orchestra’s fourth year in a row participating in this fabulous event.

For more infomation, visit the
Shaker Schools Foundation

A Wedding Planner’s Top 5 Tips For Making Your Wedding Your Own

Posted in Wedding & Event Planning at 4:32 pm by Leigh Peterson

We’ve contacted some of our favorite wedding planners and asked them to share a bit of their expertise with us.

Our first contributor is Gina Jokilehto-Schigel, owner of ShiShi Events. Gina has seen a lot of weddings from start to finish, and she wanted to share the top 5 tips she stresses with her own brides.

  1. Make it personal!  Your wedding should be completely reflective of the two of you and not a reflection of things you think you should do because your mother, sister, or best friend wants you to.  The more personal the wedding, the more memorable it becomes for your guests!
  2. Location, location, location!  Choose a location that shows off your personalities.  There are many fantastic venues to choose from in Cleveland and beyond, it’s just a matter of uncovering the perfect one for you!  
  3. Know where to splurge and where to skimp.  While choices like entertainment, photography, and food should be splurged on, other items can be skimped on based on your preferences and priorities without the event losing impact. 
     
  4. Keep everything in perspective.  Ideally, this will be the one and only time you plan your wedding – try to take everything in stride and enjoy the experience!  Let the little things be just that – little things!
     
  5. If you’re going to give favors to your guests, make them edible.  I can’t tell you how many couples rack their brains trying to think of a creative little trinket, and the truth is, if they can’t eat it, usually the money spent is wasted.  Make your favors favorite treats of yours and they will be a huge hit with your guests!

Thank you Gina! 

02.13.08

Introducing our First Featured Wedding!

Posted in Featured Weddings at 1:27 pm by Leigh Peterson

New to our Web Site - Featured Weddings!   

Kicking off this new feature is the wedding of  Jodi Chesler and Jeremy Audino

Wedding Date: Dec. 15, 2007
Venue: InterContinental Hotel for Ceremony and Reception
Used from Jerry Bruno Productions: Jerry Bruno Orchestra for reception; Solo Piano for cocktail hour; Sonata String Quartet plus Trumpet for ceremony
First Dance: “If You Say My Eyes Are Beautiful”
Florist: Stephen Tokar
Photographer: New Image
Videographer: Fran Goldlust - Heirloom Video (216) 464-1696
Dress: Catan Fashions
Wedding Coordinator: Marilyn Miller
Honeymoon: Hawaii, then Las Vegas for New Year’s

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