Friday, January 16, 2004

Bridal Shows


Some upcoming bridal shows
and wedding events:

WEDDINGS

Saturday-Sunday: Cincinnati Wedding Showcase, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday at Sharonville Convention Center, with fashion shows by David's Bridal and Folchi's Formal Wear at 1 and 3 p.m. both days, as well as vendors and exhibits. $9. Information: 891-4701.

Saturday-Sunday: Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati's Premier Bridal Expo & Luncheon, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. with fashion shows at noon and 2 p.m. at Jeff Ruby's Coconut Grove, 18 E. Fifth St., Newport. Sponsored by Lazarus-Macy's, Skeffington's Formal Wear, the Monroe, Miss Martha's and the Perfect Wedding Guide. $5. Luncheon $15 (both $18). Reservations: (937) 748-0247.

Jan. 25: Elegant Weddings, noon-4 p.m. at the Iron Horse Inn, 40 Village Square, Glendale, with two seminars by consultant Joyce Smith of Weddings Unlimited, cake tastings from Bluebird Bakery, Shoot the Moon Photography, Smith Jewelers, Twix Kids flower girl dresses, Glendale Florist, champagne and food options by Iron Horse Inn, wine tasting by Piazza Discepoli, fashions by Bella Donna. Free. Information: 771-2211.

Jan. 27: Wedding Planning 101, Getting Started with Cecilia Rose of Eventurous, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 30 Garfield Place, downtown. $15. Reservations: 841-1500.

Feb. 7-8: BridalRama Showcase, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday at the Cincinnati Convention Center, Fifth and Elm streets. More than 250 vendors, fashion shows by Bridal & Formal Inc. and hair styling by Chappies Hair Design. Sponsors include Bridal & Formal Inc., WKRQ-FM, Lazarus Bridal & Gift Registry, WKFS-FM and the Perfect Wedding Guide. $10. Tickets and information: (888) 323-2966.