Event Planning Class Miami Dade West Campus

After a long break from teaching, I am back in the game! Today I begin teaching the Event Planning Class which will take place at Miami Dade West Campus (Doral). The classes will be held every Tuesday from 6:30-9:30pm. If you wish to enroll, please contact Yvette Crichlow at 305.237.8914.

Wish me luck!!!

Pictures of me!!

Last week I truly felt like a DIVA!!! I had the pleasure and honor of working closely with Martha Ramirez from UDS Photo. When I approached her for my pictures, I advised I had never really taken any pictures of "just me" before. I really had no idea what to do, where and how to stand etc.. Martha made me feel great and was a pro at calming me down! Her professionalism and friendliness allowed me to pose naturally in order for her to capture my best shots!

For me, communication is the key to everything and I feel that allowing my clients to see the "real" me is crucial. I consider myself a very professional being but at the same time I make it a point to enjoy life, my family and what I do...

I have received many compliments on the pictures posted above. Many people say that it resemble the "true Alice". I agree, for those that know me, they know I LOVE to laugh and loud may I add.. Life brings your great challenges and our job is to face them and be strong!

Thanks for stopping by!!!!!!!!

Cruz / Lluvet Wedding

On Saturday, September 27, 2008, the very beautiful and elegant Yelian Cruz married the love of her life, Jorge Lluvet. The beautiful ceremony took place at the secluded and romantic Grove Isle Hotel overlooking the Miami Bay. As the guests arrived, they were greeted with a "Romantic Raspberry Mojito" in honor of the couple and proceeded to take their seats. When Yelian walked down the aisle, Jorge was overwhelmed with emotions. The sentimental ceremony was performed by Rev. Michael Calderin.

During the cocktail hour, the couple took a few minutes to converse while the talented Rodrigo Varela and his fabulous team captured their intimate moments. Prior to allowing the guests inside the room, I took Yelian inside the ballroom so that she can see for herself what a wonderful transformation the ballroom had taken! Her exact words were "This is everything I had ever dreamed about". That itself was very rewarding!

Once the guests were all escorted inside the ballroom, the newlyweds dashed inside to the beat of Chris Brown "Forever". After the first dance and toasts given by the Maid of Honor and Bestman, everyone was served their first course. The Dj played music in between courses in order to get the guests ready for what was to come!!!!

At around 11:00, the crowd was surprised by the amazing beat of the brazilian batucada. All the guests received beads and feathered masks and participated on the dance floor.

Overall this was a very beautiful and elegnat wedding, however, it was the couple that made it so special. They were a delight to work with and not to mention the highly experienced and professional vendors that cooperated with this event.

** The stunning florals were providing by the very talented team at Avant Gardens**

Pamela's voyage on the Titanic

On August 2, 2008, Pamela Castillo celebrated her 16th birthday at Jungle Island. The theme was Titanic. For those of you that know me well, you know that Titanic is my favorite movie ever! I have seen it probably more than 50 times (I am not kidding). When my client came to me and told me that she wanted her birthday to include something with a ship.. I said of course.. it has to be a Titanic theme! I immediately contacted my friend Mark Baez at Fairytale Designs and shared my crazy ideas with him! He did a fabulous job in interpreting and converting my vision into reality. From life size rescue boats to capturing the logo of the white star on the wall, every replica was done to perfection.

Throughout the months of planning, I did my research well and found some pretty amazing things! I made sure I purchased memorabilia that looked original and truly represented the Titanic era. A couple of weeks prior to the event, I went to Las Vegas and visited the Titanic exhibit. I was so honored to have seen everything that I saw and read all the articles that are included in this amazing and breathe taking exhibit. This really allowed me to make Pamela's event even more creative and unique.

The foyer area at Jungle Island, represented a museum that included pictures, artifacts and boarding passes that included most of the passengers names that boarded on the ship. Once the guests entered the ballroom, they were greeted by amazing floral arrangements done by my great colleague and friend, Jorge Nevot. The linens and chairs were provided by AB Covers and the stage and lighting were provided by Fairytale Designs. The music was provided by Ubi's Music Production and the DJ was accompanied by the magnificent percussionist, Eugenio Doria. Once the guests took their seats, there were two oversized projectors on which the Titanic Movie played throughout the night.

The choreography was done by Liz Sanchez and the young couples did a total of 3 dances. After the choreography was done, the first course was served. During the meal, there was a slideshow with pictures of Pamela growing up with her friends and family. The party began with great music and positive energy. Towards the middle of the party, the guests were suprised with the thrilling beat of brazilian drums and the fascinating brazilian women. Everyone had a fabulous time at the party and could not beleive that so many emotions could be felt in on one very special night!