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Real Events · September 23, 2020
Stephanie and Tim's Wedding at the Lighthouse Lodge in Monticello Indiana
We all know that 2020 has been a very difficult year, but in the midst of everything that is going on Stephanie and Tim were still able to celebrate their wedding. They had a beautiful outdoor, lakeside wedding at the Lighthouse Lodge in Monticello, IN where we provided their Indiana wedding DJ Services and destination [ ]
Event Tips · September 10, 2020
5 Ways to Make the Most of Meeting with Your Wedding Vendors
Vendor meetings can be fun as well as stressful, but should be productive. Sometimes, clients and vendors need to go back and forth until they finally arrive on the same page and see the same vision for the wedding. While email and phone conversations can be effective, one-on-one meetings can be advantageous as well. Below [ ]
Event Tips · August 31, 2020
5 Wedding Entertainment Ideas That Will Impress Your Guests
A unique and varied line-up of entertainment options will not only excite your guests but also create a fun atmosphere for your event. While the dance floor may be entertainment for some crowds all night long, adding a few extra touches to entertain the guests can be great additions to your wedding. If you’re looking [ ]
Event Tips · August 27, 2020
Vendor Spotlight - Esenam Photography
We’ve worked with different wedding vendors over the years and it’s always such a wonderful shared experience. From photographers to wedding planners to officiants, they always bring their uniqueness to every event they touch. One of those vendors is Esenam of Esenam Photography; one of the most sought-after photographers in Chicago. He is a [ ]
Event Tips · August 24, 2020
How To Pick Wedding Reception Music that Suits Your Style
Creating a unique soundtrack for your wedding day is not something to trifle with. Whether you decide on the classics, traditional, or modern, the music you choose will help set the mood and atmosphere of your wedding. Before choosing the music for your Chicago wedding reception, it’s important to think about yourself, your wedding [ ]
Event Tips · August 20, 2020
Venue Spotlight - Pinstripes
Over the years, we’ve worked with multiple event venues, each of them boasting with their own unique features that make them excellent wedding venues. The Chicagoland locations of Pinstripes are easily some of the best dining and entertainment venues we’ve had the privilege of working with! Situated in multiple locations including North brook, Oak [ ]
Event Tips · August 17, 2020
How to Choose a Unique First Dance Song
Choosing a first dance song may be stressful because there are so many amazing choices. . You are going to think of this song as your first dance together for the rest of your life! Below are some tips that will help you in figuring out what is the right first dance song for you. [ ]
Event Tips · August 13, 2020
90’s Wedding Ideas That Are Still Awesome!
Most couples these days are having modern weddings but why not travel back in time and have the ultimate 90s wedding? We’re talking about bright neon colors, 90s music, lots of balloons, and more. The 90s may be over but you can relive that amazing era. And as we know, styles always come back [ ]
Event Tips · August 10, 2020
6 Moments You’ll Need Music at Your Event
Your wedding will be a huge collection of memorable events. From your entrance to the cake-cutting, each special moment deserves a song that captures how wonderful it is. During our planning process, we help our couples pick out songs for the special moments throughout the wedding day. Below are some of the moments that we [ ]
Event Tips · August 3, 2020
5 Popular Wedding Music Genres
A wedding ceremony contains all the formalities but the reception is where the fun happens. Music and entertainment get your guests on the dance floor to create the vibe of the wedding. There are so many different music genres, styles, and themes you can pick from to make your wedding enjoyable. You will want [ ]
Event Tips · July 31, 2020
4 Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring Wedding Vendors
Planning a wedding isn’t a one-man job. From the photography, to the venue, to music, and more, you need vendors to help take care of things. When it comes to choosing and hiring wedding vendors, there are a lot of things to consider, because your vendors will play an important role in the wedding coming [ ]
Event Tips · July 28, 2020
4 Myths About Wedding DJs
It’s no secret that some couples are reluctant to hire a DJ because of the misconceptions surrounding them and their work. The misconceptions are not true! That’s why they are called misconceptions. Having a DJ at your wedding ceremony is a clever investment. Not only do they make your wedding fun and lively. Listed below [ ]
Wedding Tips · July 24, 2020
6 Common Wedding Misconceptions You Shouldn’t Believe
One of the best things about weddings is the fact there’s no standard or specific way to hold it. Different people have different tastes, traditions, and beliefs. One rule simply can't apply to all. Conversely, many misconceptions and ‘rules’ still attempt to alter or dictate the way weddings should be held. Below, we listed a [ ]
Event Tips · July 9, 2020
5 Reasons Why a Photo Booth is Exactly What Your Wedding Needs
Looking for a fun addition to your wedding day that will entertain all of your guests? We think we’ve found exactly what you’re looking for. Photo booths make for the ultimate addition to a wedding day’s entertainment, as a great opportunity for everyone to let their hair down and have a laugh together. Plus, [ ]
Wedding Tips · July 8, 2020
3 Questions People Ask About DJing
DJs are synonymous with music, events, and celebrations, but there’s considerably more about them that many people don’t know. As unlikely as this sounds, many people don’t even know DJ is an acronym for ‘disc jockey’. It would be great (won’t be amiss) to learn a little more about DJs and what they entail, especially [ ]
Event Tips · June 19, 2020
5 Tips for Hiring the Right Wedding DJ
The entertainment on your wedding day is truly what completes the celebration, so it is extremely important that every couple finds the right entertainment for them. Whether your goal is to have a packed dance floor at the reception or to have couples slow dance the night away, hiring a wedding DJ is an [ ]
Event Tips · June 16, 2020
Vendor Spotlight - Galleria Marchetti
If you and your partner are making a start to your wedding planning, we know that you’ll have a wonderful time bringing your vision to life together. This is a fantastic time to share as a couple, as you work together to secure all of the details for your dream wedding day. There [ ]
Event Tips · June 13, 2020
Our Favorite 20 Love Songs, For A Stunning Wedding Playlist
Picture this scene: the day has drawn in to the evening, and now you and your partner are celebrating the end of the most magical day of your lives, dancing with your arms around each other, staring deeply into each other’s eyes, surrounded by the people you love… There are so many sensational elements [ ]
Event Tips · June 8, 2020
Vendor Spotlight: Esenam Photography
It goes without saying really but, because a wedding day is quite simply the most magical day of your life, you want to make sure that every single element within it is absolutely perfect. However, it’s easy to spend all of these hours making sure that the flowers look stunning, then choose the first wedding [ ]
Event Tips · June 4, 2020
Vendor Spotlight: Elizabeth Nord Photography
There are so many elements that go into making up a perfect wedding day. A couple will spend countless hours making sure that everything that happens, even the little details, are absolutely perfect. After the time and effort, it is only right that you treat yourselves to hiring a professional wedding photographer, who will capture [ ]
Wedding Tips · May 31, 2020
Venue Spotlight: River Roast
Situated in downtown Chicago, perched on the iconic Chicago River, you’ll find the lively restaurant which is a firm favorite with locals and tourists alike. River Roast is a restaurant that specializes in contemporary popular US foods done in a way that pays a true testament to these beloved national dishes. This top Chicago [ ]
Wedding Tips · May 24, 2020
Our Picks of the Latest 2020 Trends in Wedding Decor
When it comes to different trends, themes and decors, weddings are an ever changing - and so a particularly exciting - field to be in. We love being able to spot the rise of beautiful new trends, and witness their featuring in the ceremonies that take place here. So, for any of our clients who [ ]
Real Events · March 18, 2020
Ben's Bar Mitzvah at Congregation Etz Chaim in Lombard
Starting off our 2020 year of events we were honored to be asked by Ben's family to provide our DJ and entertainment services for Ben's Bar Mitzvah at Congregation Etz Chaim in Lombard, IL. Paul Michaels Events has had a long history with the family since we've already performed at two of his brother's Bar [ ]
Real Events · March 18, 2020
Chicago Christian HS Turnabout 2020
Once again, we had the esteemed pleasure to provide our high school DJ services out in Palos Heights, IL at Chicago Christian High School. This was for yet another very exciting Turnabout dance. If there’s one thing that never stops at this school, it’s the party. Just like the room it’s LIT from start to [ ]
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