A few questions about programs...

gpapale1 · February 2012

How many programs are you planning on making? One for each guest, or one per couple/family? I know they are probably going to get thrown out anyway, so I'd rather not make 150 if I don't have to.

Also, both our ceremony and reception are being held at the same venue. They will be switching over the ballroom during the cocktail hour, during which time we'd like the guest to go downstairs to the main floor for drinks and munchies. I'd like to let guests know this somewhere in the program...but where? After the order of events? After the bridal party names? I'm not really sure on how to word it either. I was thinking something along the lines of this:

Immediately following the ceremony, please join us downstairs for cocktails and light refreshments.

TIA!

S0095042 · February 2012

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[QUOTE] Immediately following the ceremony, please join us downstairs for cocktails and light refreshments. Posted by gpapale1[/QUOTE]

That sounds good to me...if your doing any type of meal (too) then I was say something like, "Immediately following the ceremony, please join us downstairs for cocktails and light refreshments before [fill in meal here]"

As for how many to make: I think you're supposed to have one per person (but obviously that doesn't mean you <em>have</em> to -- however, your guests who show up a bit later may not end up with a program at all, so something to consider...unless you have your ushers "guard" the programs, lol--) You might want to look at your list too and cut down the number by not including a program for children. We have about 113 guests...I was going to make about 85 and then make more as more RSVPs showed up (this would exclude kids from having a program as well).

gpapale1 · February 2012

Thanks, we are serving dinner at the reception, so I like your edits.

I think I'll follow your advice and print up a certain number, and then just add more if necessary. I think cutting out the kids will definitely decrease the number of programs I'll need. Thanks!

Mona8 · February 2012

I'm doing half the number of guests. We're inviting about 200 and I'll be making 100 programs.

kimberlykh · February 2012

I've been thinking about this too, and I think I'll do about 1/2 of the number I expect. I think having half should be fine, especially if you are having someone hand them out in lieu of a basket. Usually at weddings, FI doesn't take one, but I always do because they give me something to do before the ceremony.

mancila60 · February 2012

I like your wording. Also I would just put it on the back or your last page where you would normally put the address of the reception. We plan on having about 150 people and that's including kids and what not so once I start getting rsvp's I will figure out a number. I'm thinking somewhere around 100 when factoring in kids, wp, and parents.

AurorasEnvy · February 2012

Good question, I was wondering this, too! I am inviting 209 (all OOT) and I'm thinking 100 will suffice.

caitlinc09 · February 2012

Based on what I've read on a few boards, because I had just assumed I should print the number of RSVPs I get initially (what would we do without the knot?), I think I am going to print about 1/2 of the number of people I'm expecting. That seems to be the norm around here, and noone complains about running out!

FutureMrsSheeler · February 2012

I was told to have one per couple, two per family, hope that helps

toothpastechica · February 2012

I am planning on printing about 50 for 130 people....(its mostly family and most people wont care, I am doing it more for my FI's side who doesnt know everyone in the wedding/hasnt been to a lot of religious weddings)

comeongetdown · February 2012

we're not doing programs, but I think what you posted:

Immediately following the ceremony, please join us downstairs for cocktails and light refreshments.

sounds good.

also, I've heard that the officiant can make an announcement before he dismisses the congregation. we're planning on having ours do that.

bpphoto785 · February 2012

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[QUOTE]I was told to have one per couple, two per family, hope that helps :)
Posted by FutureMrsSheeler[/QUOTE]

This is what I heard/am doing also.

dori851 · February 2012

We will also be doing one program per couple! Like you said, they're just going to get thrown away afterward, so I'm definitely not making one for each person!

gpapale1 · February 2012

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[QUOTE]we're not doing programs, but I think what you posted: Immediately following the ceremony, please join us downstairs for cocktails and light refreshments. sounds good. also, I've heard that the officiant can make an announcement before he dismisses the congregation. we're planning on having ours do that.
Posted by comeongetdown[/QUOTE]

That is a great idea, I didn't even think of that...duh. LOL

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