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Specializing in Social Events and all that! We love making you feel SPECTACULAR!!

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Need Catering Ideas for Passover?

3/29/2018

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PictureCoconut + Berry Passover Tart.
Most of us invite a diversity of people of all cultures when planning events. It is most important that we accommodate our guests as appropriately as possible. The Easter holiday is approaching and many of us are planning to invite guests for brunch, dinner and other gatherings. So if you're one of those who don't know what to serve your Jewish guests, here's some great ideas to give your cater or that you can use yourself for appetizers, entrees and desserts. 

Take a look at some of the delectable and scrumptious food creations! Let me know which is your favorite and which one you selected to serve.
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Brisket is often part of a traditional Passover meal.
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Pantone has WOWED us Again!!

1/30/2018

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Pantone has chosen Ultra Violet as the 2018 Color of the Year. What a beautiful and exquisite color. It's vibrant hue is irresistibly stunning!  This is one of my favorite colors and I have used it in so many our events. Each time looks better the before and there are so many different ways to use this dazzling and radiant color. From the venue lighting to
eye-popping and grand floral backdrops this color tone is absolutely extraordinary. I look forward to incorporating this color into our phenomenal and fabulous events  this year.

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Are you a REAL or FAKE                 Wedding Planner ??

8/30/2017

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​Whether it's a wedding or social gala planning an event is not an easy job.  There is so much involved and It requires experience, education and talent to be successful at the professional level of being an Event Planner. However, everyone seems to think that the job is very easy and anyone can be one that is until they actually have to do the job and that it entails far more than decorating a ballroom or selecting a color palette. Being an Event Prof means that you must know how to research, design, plan, coordinate, and manage an event within a scheduled timeline and budget. Failure to be able to actual understand and know how to do these things will more than not cause your event to be unsuccessful. If I had a penny for every time I met someone who told me that they were an Event Planner I would no longer need to work because I would be quite wealthy. However, I'm never disrespectful when it comes to listening to someone express their livelihood.  Yet, after speaking with them I usually find out that what they're actually doing is more of a hobby than an actual profession. That's why I thought I would share this article that I read and found quite interesting.
I know most Event Profs out there will definitely find it interesting and agree with much of what the writer had to say.
Check the article out for yourself and let me know what you think?
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Learn how to Create and Design a Tablescape

6/30/2017

 
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Come and be a part of Genesis Events, Inc. new project Let's Create a "Jewel"! Everyone knows that tablescapes are what helps to make an event fabulous and stylish. So why not learn how to design your own!
Genesis Events, Inc. is launching a new project entitled Let's Create a "Jewel"! It will be a 5-10 minute video of how to create and design a tablescape. The videos will consist of casual, formal and themed tablesettings. You will be able to view the video on YouTube, Facebook and our website page.
YouTube- Genesis Events, Inc.
Facebook- www.facebook.com/GenesisEventsInc

Website- www.genesiseventsinc.com
We hope you are able to join us and view the upcoming video and continue to follow us with future tablescape creations. 

CENTERPIECES always make the Event!

5/31/2017

 
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A breathtaking and gorgeous centerpiece consisting of a tall glass and cylinder vases with candles and florals with a replica star fish and small candle votives on a round mirror
Centerpieces can be absolutely breathtaking at any event and what most guests remember!  It's part of what the guests are expecting in reference to how beautiful the decor design of the event will be. Centerpieces can be extremely expensive or quite economical depending on your budget. In my years of experience I have always chosen to have gorgeous and stunning centerpieces and have been able to do both expensive and economical. However, which ever I have chosen to use at an event they have always been exquisite, elegant and gorgeous! Most clients always think that having elegant centerpieces will exceed their budget and sometimes attempt to opt out of having them. As a Event Professional I always encourage my clients to have an event with beautiful decor versus not. 
Take a look at some of these lovely and unique centerpieces that are absolutely gorgeous and quite affordable. For the DIY individual you can adapt these ideas to your wedding or next event by simply adding a touch of your own style. 

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What's New in Cocktail Dresses?

4/29/2017

 
I'm definitely a Fashionista!! Anyone who truly knows me would say exactly the same thing. I have always been that girl who loves fashion and style! To have the opportunity to shop at various retail stores and boutiques was an added bonus. I can never recall a time that I was not into fashion and wanted to be a part of the latest trend. However, many women always feel we need a new dress to wear to an upcoming event. I'm certainly guilty of this! Most of us probably have something in our closet but we prefer that new chic and stylish outfit to make certain we are indeed that person who stands out in the crowd. Weddings and other social events are no different and we always seem to want a new dress or pant suit to wear to the event. This year's latest styles are surpass elegant and stylish. The ball gown is making a comeback and the mini is out. The sparkle remains prominent as a 2017 trend.  So if you're uncertain of what to wear at your next wedding or upcoming social event. 
Check out some of the these beautiful, chic and elegant cocktail dresses by designers Georges Hobeika, Lanvin, Marchesa, Peter Langner, Romona Keveza and so many more. 

"Wedding Macarons"

3/30/2017

 
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Macarons are stunning to have on any dessert table!
Macarons are the big thing and what's trending at weddings. You can serve them as your cake or as favors in many different and stunning ways for your guest.They can also be a perfect addition to your wedding dessert table. They are light, airy cookies and come in your choice of colors, flavors, custom shapes and decorations.  The best thing about them are they are gluten free for all interested parties!
Check out some of these dazzling and delectable macarons and hopefully you will select to delight your guests at your next event with some of these ideas. 
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Try a Macaron wedding cake!

"What's New in 2017"

2/17/2017

 
Meet Greenery, Pantone's
2017 Color of the Year
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Every year Pantone selects a color of the year. This year they have chosen the color Greenery which is absolutely stunning and fresh. It's such a cool and relaxing color and I believe many will be surprised how well it's going to look with their decor of choice. We've already had the opportunity to use the color this year in one of our events and we're looking forward to using it again and again this year! Hope you enjoy allowing your creative juices to flow while using this beautiful color. 

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Do you have Holiday Etiquette?

12/29/2016

 
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Having a GREAT time or NOT??
     People enjoy having a good time at a party and every host/hostess wants their social event to be the one remembered as the party of the year and not in a negative tone. Most everyone loves a great party or social event during the holidays. While some can make a good party great, others can turn a great party into a disaster! However, some of us forget just like anything else there's certain behavior expectations or manners that apply when entertaining as a guest or even as a host/hostess. Do you have or are you familiar with holiday etiquette for your next social engagement?      
​      Check out some of these etiquette tips per Mr. Manners himself, Thomas P. Farley. Most of us can relate to some if not all of  these characters. Hopefully, this will help someone be on their best behavior at their next social event. Enjoy the holidays and CHEERS!!!!
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Holiday Etiquette by Thomas P. Farley
 aka Mister Manners
 
Political Pete- Pushing a Political Agenda
Apply the 3 D’s
  • discourage- change conversation
  • divert- switch subject (ex: holiday weather, new movie, etc.)
  • dismiss- that’s interesting but move on to another conversation
 
Won’t Leave Wanda
Overstaying their Welcome
  • Put on coffee (everyone knows the party is winding down once coffee is being offered.)
  • Offer bag of leftovers to take home with you
  • Make excuse in reference to kids having early day tomorrow
 
Early Bird Ernie
Early Arrivals
  • Put them to work--Ask guest to help out, run errands and do things you haven’t had the opportunity to do. (ex: go get ice, put food trays out, etc.)
 
Plus One Perry
Never bring guest unannounced or without asking host/hostess
  • As a host/hostess you should always be prepared for this
  • Don’t make a fuss
  • Don’t’ bring it up
  • Be welcoming and gracious (this is what the holidays are about)
Perhaps later bring it to the person’s attention
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Non-stop Nina
Getting out of a conversation
  • Use catchphrases to excuse yourself
  • Try and change subject
  • Make an excuse to go and help the host/hostess
  • Excuse yourself to get a drink
 
  Person who drinks too much at the party
  Are they a good drunk or bad drunk?
  It’s ok if the person is adding life to the party but make certain he/she has safe
  transportation home. If the person is not adding life to the party, ask someone to   
  take the guest home or provide safe transportation for him/her.
 

An AHA Moment!!

11/27/2016

 
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Biz Bash Live: The Expo is one of the largest expo and conference in New York City. It hosts approximately 2500+ event and meeting professionals. It features event innovation and various workshop series and the expo floor. This event is only one day and it allows you to discover the latest and newest trends and connect with the most influential names in the industry. While also allowing Event Profs to experience innovative and game changing technologies. 

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    Jewel Griffin-Drinkard

    After years of working for the government, I decided to pursue my dream and vision as an entrepreneur. 
    I began a career as an Event Planner and started an event management company, Genesis Events, Inc.  It was the vision that God blessed me with and I decided  to step out on faith and pursue.  I have a passion for creating beautiful things and love surrounding myself with it!  I love creating breathtaking, lavish and extraordinaire events the more challenging and creative the better! My goal is to leave guests with the "WOW FACTOR".  I do what I do and never make excuses for it because at the end of the day it's me and I and wouldn't change a thing! 

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