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| Full Custom Ceremony $475.00 - $525.00 Writing and public speaking are my strong points. This is where I do my best work and you get the most value for your dollar. Anyone can give you lists of things to pick from and call it "custom" but if it's not your own thoughts and feelings then it is assembled for you, not written for you. This package includes a meeting where I paraphrase your thoughts and feelings and create a first draft of your ceremony. Then we tailor it until it fits as perfectly as the dress does! |
| Write Your Own Ceremony $375.00 - $425.00 Do you see something on my website that is perfect for you? Do you want to pick a few elements and let me handle the rest? Well then let's give you a discount for the time that we're saving by not meeting and writing from scratch! |
| This page is the hardest for me to compose. Every ceremony that I do is different and all couples have different needs. Location is a factor, whether we are writing personal sections for you, if you are flexible as to your ceremony start time, if you need a rehearsal on a day other than the wedding... My fees are based on the real time spent to get you married. If 20 minutes is all you want from me, then "Just Marry Us" is the ticket for you. If you're looking for something a little more but less than the "Write Your Own Ceremony" call me and we'll chat! |
| Just Marry Us! $75.00 Perfect for those who don't want to marry at town hall. You come here to Babylon with 2 witnesses, make your vows by the arch, the pond or the bird bath, and you're in and out in 20 minutes. Monday - Thursday day and evening hours Weekends - check for availability. |
| All the above services include the changes and fine tuning that make the draft into your ceremony, and as much email and phone support that you need to be comfortable with every aspect of your ceremony. On the day of the wedding I don't schedule closer than 3 hours in between weddings, unless of course they within a couple of miles of one another. I get to the site 45 minutes to an hour early to make sure that any one who has a part is comfortable, and to coordinate with the other vendors and such. I bring my own PA and even electricity if necessary. (this can be an additional fee of $250.00 - $300.00 if not supplied by the officiant ) You get a copy of the final printed ceremony all in a book with a keepsake Certificate of Marriage. I sign and process the real Marriage License, always sent certified mail, with a tracking number. If there is a copy machine on site, I copy the Marriage License for your records. |
| Heidi and Ryan chose the Fulton Ferry Landing for their ceremony for the wonderful view of the Brooklyn Bridge April, I finally got around to getting you a few pictures from Heidi and my wedding. Thank you again for performing such a beautiful ceremony. All the best, Love Heidi and Ryan Resky PS - You can use anyone of these photos for your website if you want. |
| Minister & Rabbi Duo $1200.00 Interfaith ceremonies are a huge part of our rich cultural heritage in this area. We love taking the best of what the world has to offer and calling it our own, celebrating both the differences and the commonality. For the couples who choose a two officiant ceremony, there should be a fluid dynamic to the rhythm with which the ceremony is delivered. Balance, respect and knowledge of cultural differences are the key to choosing the right officiant team. This package includes everything in the "Full Custom Ceremony", a meeting with both officiants, and new writing. While the entire ceremony time could be filled with religious structure, for a warmer friendlier ceremony, we suggest a formula of 1/3 of each religion and 1/3 personal to the couple themselves. |
| For larger than this, perhaps with more guests than just the 2 witnesses, yet less than the above packages, ask about the Argyle Gazebo option. |