Wedding News
Mass Las Vegas Gay Wedding Event Announced
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Vegasonesource.com in conjunction with LV Wedding Connection will host a mass Las Vegas gay and lesbian wedding event entitled "Our Love" on July 5th, 2007 to take place during Gay Days and Nights Las Vegas, July 4th...Pioneering Online Boutique, GayWeddings.com, Gets Facelift As Momentum For Civil Unions Builds And Need For Gay-Friendly Wedding Services Increases
GayWeddings.com today announced the re-launch of its web site, which includes a new storefront with free planning articles, free “Wed Pages” for couples, a gay-friendly vendor directory, consulting services, a community forum, news updates and more. The remodeled site and extension of services solidifies GayWeddings.com top rank at the forefront of the burgeoning same-sex wedding industry.Gay & Lesbian Wedding Expo in New Jersey!
On Wednesday evening, March 21, the first ever New Jersey Gay & Lesbian Wedding Expo will be held to present hundreds of wedding planning options to gay and lesbian couples throughout the tri-state regionWelcome Civil Unions to NJ By Joining A Special Wedding Event
A DiVine Affair LLC, and Tailored Ceremonies invite you to be among the first couples to attend a “Premier” Group Civil Union Ceremony in New Jersey to be held on Saturday, February 24, 2007. Interested in registering?Get Married En Masse In Canada!
Looking to get married or exchange or renew your gay wedding vows in good company? Consider heading to Calgary for a special event scheduled for April 1, 2007.Two Grooms In Switzerland
Same Sex Marriage Case Made In Maryland
Didn't we already know that same sex couples have stable relationships, make for great parents and that all families would benefit from legal recognition of their civil rights? For those of you still considering where you stand on this issue, take a look at what psychologists, social workers and child welfare advocates have to say on the matter of marriage equality for gay and lesbian couples.It's My Wedding Blog Serial: Heidi & Brittany -
Why This Feels So Right!
When they said elope, they meant it! Our lesbian brides, Heidi & Brittany, are off to Vancouver in a few days time to "tie the knot!"
Gretchen & Kathryn Hamm Share Their Thoughts On Gay Weddings on XM Radio Show: The Agenda with Joe Solmonese
Kathryn & Gretchen join Joe Solmonese, President of the Human Rights Campaign, and his co-host, Mary Breslaur, on HRC's satellite radio show, The Agenda, on XM Radio. Even if you missed the show last week, you can still catch us and what we had to say about same sex marriage...
Human Rights Campaign Issues Statement On NJ Marriage Decision
Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese weighs in with his thoughts on the courage of the families who sued for the right for gay marriage equality and encourages the NJ Legislature to do the right thing and make same sex marriage fully equal for all couples, regardless of sexual orientation. (Photo by Judy Wolfe)Great News For Same Sex Couples Who Seek Legal Rights in Jersey!
The New Jersey Supreme Court has just ruled in favor of equal rights for same sex couples. The court, according to the NY Times, said that same sex couples “must be afforded on equal terms the same rights and benefits...New Gay Wedding Boutique Now Open!
The mother-daughter team of GayWeddings.com is pleased to announce that their brand new boutique, featuring products and services for same sex couples, has launched, almost a year to the day after their pioneering company, TwoBrides.com and TwoGrooms.com, acquired GayWeddings.com.
Mother of A Bride, Gretchen Hamm, To Appear on XM Radio
If you haven't already heard, Mother of A Bride and founder of TwoBrides.com & TwoGrooms.com (now GayWeddings.com), speak about her 'commitment to equality,' and if you haven't yet heard HRC's weekly radio show, The Agenda, air on XM Radio (Mondays...New Same Sex Wedding Boutique Slated to Launch on Saturday, October 14!
Almost a year to the day after the original online boutiques for same sex weddings, TwoBrides.com and TwoGrooms.com, acquired GayWeddings.com, a brand new boutique is slated to launch. The newest boutique, features a brand new look, an improved shopping cart, gift certificates and brand new products, and will go live on October 14 at 5pm ET...
Joins Us At Reel Affirmations Film Festival On Saturday, Oct. 14!
GayWeddings.com is pleased to announce that it will be sponsoring one of the marquee films debuting in Washington, DC at the Reel Affirmations Gay & Lesbian Film Festival. On Saturday, October 14, at 9:30 p.m., the award winning film, 20...Politician Weighs In Unequivocally For Same Sex Marriage
Pinch me. I must be dreaming. Having lived in a state like Virginia, I'm used to accepting the scraps for gay rights and saying, 'thank you very much.' Imagine my surprise upon see ing the headline in the New York..."Hot" New Ad About VA Gay Marriage Amendment
Things are heating up here in Virginia as we head toward Election Day. This year, some misguided legislators down in Richmond have added an aggressive anti-gay marrriage ban to the State Constitution. The wording is so strong that some say...GayWeddings.com Announces Reel Affirmations Sponsorship
GayWeddings.com is pleased to announce that it will be sponsoring one of the marquee films debuting in Washington, DC at the Reel Affirmations Gay & Lesbian Film Festival. On Saturday, October 14, the award winning film, 20 Centimeters, which combines...Gay Wedding Fashion Forward
You might remember the NuptEquality Fashion show I attended in Chicago at Catalyst Ranch back in July. I talked about what a great time I had and how much I loved the fashion show... Well, I now have some great photos to share with you from the two designers who contributed to this ground-breaking show: Dame Couture and Elda de le Rosa.
High School Intern Weighs In on Same Sex Marriage
Dear Reader, Do you ever get the feeling that we adults are the ones who really hold the youth back? Or, is it our younger generations who so valantly are dragging us forward? Either way, I can assure you that...From The Mailbag: A Gay Wedding, Nova Scotia Style!
In our recent newsletter, I offered a personal story about my wedding (back in 1999) and my grandmother's response. We received several wonderful emails in response, and I'd love to share one of my favorites with you. Meet gay piper, Ron Garnett-Doucette of Nova Scotia...
Update on Fight For Gay Marriage Equality in Virginia
Have you heard about what's going to be on the Virginia ballot this November? It's not pretty. Learn a bit more about the Marshall/Newman Amendment and why it's important to vote no!What do you think about GayWeddings.com?
To better serve you as GayWeddings.com expands its offerings on the pioneering sites -- GayWeddings.com, TwoBrides.com & TwoGrooms.com, GayWeddings.com has created a survey and invites you to share your honest feedback about your experience on the sites in our network.
First Gay Wedding Fashion Showcase A Hit!
Let me tell you something: Catalyst Ranch knows how to throw a great party! This past weekend, I headed up to Chicago for the NuptEquality Fashion & Vendor Showcase at Catalyst Ranch. Bobbie Soeder and her team of "ranch hands"...Last Chance To Enroll! Gay Weddings 101 - Chicago!
You and your partner have been wanting to tie the knot, but you aren't sure where to start or whom to contact. Find all the answers you've been seeking at Gay Weddings 101 and start your planning off on the...Blog Your Gay Wedding Planning Stories
We love it when you share your planning stories with us! But why not share the wealth with all of our visitors? We're looking for a few willing couples who would like to blog on Gay Wedding Fodder about their...Massachusetts Delays Decision On Same Sex Marriage
We have been pleased to work with Bernadette Smith of It's About Time Events for several years now. She is a Boston-based planner who specializes in same sex weddings and is the co-founder of our groundbreaking seminar series, Gay Weddings 101. Yesterday, Bernadette went down to the State House to witness the legislative process which has been introduced by a group of citizens who want to overturn the Commonwealth's law which allows same sex marriage. We are fortunate enough to hear her thoughts on the experience first-hand...
From The Gay Wedding Mailbag
Just passing on a letter sent to us recently by a filmmaker who has directed a film about gay weddings. Keep an eye out for her film as it makes the rounds in festivals across the country!
TwoBrides.com & TwoGrooms.com: Featured Sites On New Zealand News
In the category of 'It's A Small World After All,' we have heard from a news channel in New Zealand that they were pleased to feature our online boutiques, TwoBrides.com and TwoGrooms.com...Great Johnnie Walker Ad for Two Brides
Today, a friend forwarded a link to the site: Commerical Closet. And, there we found a wonderful ad for two brides, created by the Leo Burnett Company for Johnnie Walker Red.Understanding A Gay Marriage Amendment In Virginia
On Sunday, June 25 folks living in Northern Virginia can learn more about how the proposed Constitutional Amendment on the ballot this fall could affect a lot more than same sex couples who wish to marry. Speakers include: State Senator Janet Howell, Rev. Dr. Janet Parker, Leslie Nickel, and Claire Guthrie Gastanaga. An RSVP is requested so read on for more information!Yet Another Gay Wedding Journey For Another Happy Couple
Recently, I spoke with Greg Marzullo of the Washington Blade. Greg and his partner, Philip, recently tied the knot in a pagan ceremony outside of Washington, D.C.. The two enjoyed a wonderful day and Greg brought a personal perspective into his recent article on gay weddings, featured in the Washington Blade.Scott Crass of Politics Fodder Weighs In On Gay Marriage
A Fodder colleague of mine recently sent me an email saying that he was going to write a piece on gay marriage. If you haven't already stumbled on Politics Fodder, you would find some great analysis on political campaigns and...Great Things Happen When Straight Moms Come Calling!
It's hard to believe that so much has happenend in one week! First, we hear President Bush out in the Rose Garden calling for support for the Federal Marriage Amendment -- a Constitutional Amendment written specifically to discrimate against same-sex...On The Road With Kathryn
Every so often, I find myself immersed in a whirlwind of activity. This weekend certainly ranks up there. Follow me to New Jersey and Texas! (At Right: My dad, me and friend, Jeff Battin, at the Fairways to Equality Tournament in Texas.)Dates For Gay Wedding Planning Seminars Announced for Phillly & Chicago!
Upcoming seminars have just been announced for Philadelphia (July 13) through the William Way Community Center and Chicago (July 22) at the NuptEquality Fashion and Vendor Showcase. Topics to be covered will include getting started, budget, ceremony ideas, family participation, a Q&A, and all participants receive a Gay Weddings 101 planning binder. Each ninety-minute session* is open to all same sex couples who pre-register and are considering marriage or a commitment ceremony. Space is limited in each seminar so it is important to register early!
President Plans To Support Federal Marriage Amendment Next Week
Yesterday, I was "enjoying" a leisurely drive up Interstate 95 as I returned home from a restful Memorial Day Weekend. As if the drive-at-your-own-risk pace up 95 wasn't enough, I was jarred back to reality by an email bulletin I...Federal Marriage Amendment Gets Traction
Ugh. One moment of happy news about the two year anniversary of legal marriage for same sex couples in Massachusetts and then this unsettling news about movement on the Federal Marriage Amendment: it passed successfully through the Senate Judiciary Committee...Two Year Anniversary of Marriage Equality!
It's hard to believe that two years have already gone by since same sex couples in Massachusetts have enjoyed the right to marry. In this time, Massachusetts residents have settled into a routine of normalcy around it. The world has...GayWeddings.com, OutVite.com Partnership Yields Exclusive Invitation For Same Sex Couples
GayWeddings.com, the leading online boutique for same-sex weddings, today announced a partnership to exclusively sell a new same-sex wedding invitation designed by OutVite.com.com, the first company of its kind to offer same-sex wedding stationery products.
Last Chance to Sign Up for Gay Weddings 101 -- Washington DC
There are still a few spots left for couples in the Metro Washington DC area who are interested in attending the groundbreaking gay wedding planning seminar, Gay Weddings 101, on Monday, May 15. Pre-registration is required so contact us immediately to book your space!
Gay Weddings 101 Seminar in Chicago on July 22 at NuptEquality Wedding Expo
On Saturday, July 22, 2006, Catalyst Ranch, a creative meeting and event space in Chicago’s West Loop, will launch the first ever NuptEquality Fashion Showcase to help benefit Lambda Legal, a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of civil rights for the LGBT community. Engaged couples in the Chicago area will enjoy the chance to attend Gay Weddings 101 -- Chicago prior to the event.Final Days To Get 25 Free Invitations From OutVite, The Preferred Invitation of GayWeddings.com!
We can't say enough good things about the folks at OutVite and their parent company, Checkerboard! Simply put: they get it right. And, we'd like to help you trim a bit of cost off of your invitations without sacrificing the quality of your invitations.
The Advocate Showcases GayWeddings.com in The Advocate Report: Web Watch
We are proud to have been featured in The Advocate Report: Web Watch in the April 25, 2006 issue of The Advocate Newsmagazine. "To reach farther, to provide greater service, and to truly fulfill the needs of same-sex couples around the world who wish to celebrate their love for one another through ceremony."
GayWeddings.com & Grunberg House Get Frommer's Seal of Approval
If there's one book Gretchen Hamm likes to take with her on her travels, it's a Frommer's Guide. I must admit I've often found some wonderful recommendation, courtesy of Frommer's, during my travels as well. Most recently, several excellent restaurants...Three Gay Wedding Cheers For Senator Feingold
Senator Russ Feingold made a bold statement early this month when he openly opposed the same-sex marriage bans on the state and federal levels. Considering that he is running for President in 2008 (or at least rumored to be running),...Gay Weddings: A World Update
Have you had the chance to check out HRC's Equally Speaking daily news brief yet? It's a great resource for a quick look at the news. Today's segment (April 7, 2006) features news and updates for same sex marriage updates,...Massachusetts Decision On Same-Sex Marriage Announced
The much-awaited Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court decision regarding the opportunity for same-sex couples from out-of-state to marry in Massachusetts was handed down yesterday and the news for many GLBT couples was not good. The Court upheld a 1913 law that...GayWeddings.com Noted In HRC's Equally Speaking Brief
Just when I think the Human Rights Campaign has outdone itself with an innovative way to inform the GLBT community of its rights, struggles we face, and get our community and its allies involved, I find myself eating my hat or Tucker Carlson's shoe (that is, the one he didn't already have to eat).
Online Bidding Is Closed To Win Gay Wedding Starter Kit!
Online bidding for Gay Wedding Starter Kit closed at noon today!! To continue bidding, get your ticket now to attend the PFLAG Auction & Dinner on March 11, 2006!March Newsletter 2006
Highlights from The Gay Wedding March: * GayWeddings.com Destination Wedding Packages Now Available! * Hurry! Only A Few Hours Left To Bid Online For Gay Wedding Package! * Community Advice, Tips & Wedding Announcements * The Gay Wedding BookshelfTwoBrides.com & TwoGrooms.com Receive Award of Distinction
Today, TwoBrides.com & TwoGrooms.com -- the official online wedding boutiques of GayWeddings.com -- announced receipt of a Carlson Craft Social Division Award recognizing exemplary dealer excellence for 2005.Five Days Left To Win Gay Wedding Starter Kit!
Only 5 days left to win a wonderful gay wedding starter kit! (valued at $6,300) -- the proceeds of which will benefit the DC chapter of PFLAG (Parents & Friends of Lesbians and Gays).
Read on to learn more about what you can win!
Columnists at GayRites.net Offer Perspectives on Gay Marriage and Gay LIfe
I'm proud today to present a bit of info on a site called GayRites.net, especially because I have enjoyed building a relationship with one of the site's founders. If you haven't found everything you are looking for at GayWeddings.com -- in its forum or in its store -- I highly recommend you check our GayRites, "the .Network for same sex rituals", if not for more resource ideas, then at least for its assembly of interesting columnists.
I'm Not From Around Here, But Want A Legal Gay Marriage Anyway
I get many calls from clients who wish to travel to states or countries where civil unions (CT, VT) or gay marriage is legal (MA, Canada, UK, etc.). Many of them are aware that there are logistics to applying for...Will 9 More States Constitutionally Ban Gay Marriage This Year?
This is a question which pains me to ask it! On one hand, I heard a report earlier this week about a conservative lawmaker from Colorado who is interested in passing legislation in support of limited economic rights for same-sex adults living in the same household, and, on the other, I heard just today from someone who attended an inspiring marriage equality rally in New Jersey, where, today, the Supreme Court heard a case regarding the complaint of seven same-sex couples who say that the state violates its constitution by denying them the right to marry. It's enough to make your head spin!Marriage "Protection" Amendment Is Back!
Yes, it's back. Some mean-spirited politicians are seeking to add discriminatory language into the Constitution (perhaps to drum up the support of their conservative base) and its same-sex couples who have everything to lose. Read on for an excerpt from a call to action from Joe Solmonese of HRC.Lesbians Find True Love in NYC And Have the Gowns To Prove It!
There's nothing more powerful than stumbling upon images of ourselves in the most mainstream of places to remind us that we can take pride in our relationships and that affirming our life-long commitments is a powerful statement to make. I...Gay Wedding Newsletter - February 2006
This year promises all sorts of exciting announcements from us, and we begin by shifting our
brand identity from TwoBrides.com & TwoGrooms.com to GayWeddings.com. Don't worry! You can still count on us for great products in our online boutiques, helpful wedding news & tips, and special events and offers.
Metro DC PFLAG Announces 9th Annual Gala Plans, Featuring First-Ever On-Line Auction
We are pleased to announce our participation in the PFLAG-DC Dinner and Silent Auction on March 11, 2006. We've donated an incredible auction package -- a Gay Wedding Starter Kit -- which will have some great elements for anyone living in the Washington DC metro area...and in other states as well!
Emily Post's Wedding Etiquette 5th Edition Now Available
Emily Post's Wedding Etiquette is now available... and comes in gay-friendly form!A Great Blog Resource For GLBT News & Issues
OK, so everything he writes about may not be directly linked to issues pertaining to same sex marriage.. But our readership may be interested in plugging into a site called Gay Rights Watch, which was started by Bryan Boyd of...Building Community One Gay Wedding Idea At A Time
We are testing the preliminary version of the site and would love to include your feedback, discussion ideas and posts when we go live on GayWeddings.com in a few weeks.Gay Weddings In Maryland Win Day In Court
Big News: Baltimore City Circuit Court Judge Brooke Murdock has issued a decision in which she rejected a gay marriage ban that has been on the books since 1973. Is it enough to get me to move to Maryland? Almost. Read on to find out why.
Ruminations on MLK Day: "We're All God's People"
Today, as our country celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, I can't help but reflect on some of the ironies I encounter every day, living in Arlington, Virginia. These reflections are inspired by the headlines of my local rag, The Washington Post, and the wheels which turn while I peruse them with my morning coffee in hand.A Q & A With Justice of the Peace, Claire Watts
Kathryn enjoys a cyber-chat with Claire Watts, a Justice of the Peace from Massachusetts who takes great pride in helping gay and lesbian couples celebrate their life-long commitments to each other.
Our Gay Wedding Planning Seminar is Full
Lickety-split, it has happened! Our Boston wedding planning seminar, Gay Weddings 101, the first seminar of its kind, is fully enrolled! Read on to submit your name to be on our wait list or to request a seminar in your area!
January Newsletter: TwoBrides.com & TwoGrooms.com
NUPTIAL NEWSLETTER (January, 2006) -- Brought to you by TwoBrides.com & TwoGrooms.com