Heather Laughman, founder of HD Entertainment and Central PA Wedding Shows, brings engaged couples the best vendors in our area for wedding planning Q&A sessions like no other. Each episode includes tips, advice, and how to secure the right vendors for each couple. Find the vendors you need to plan the wedding of your dreams without the stress and within your budget ahead of meeting them live in person at our wedding shows.
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Getting to Know the National Civil War Museum
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Listen to this episode to hear all about our July 14 wedding show host, The National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, PA. Heather is joined by Kate McDermott, Director of Sales & Marketing at NCWM. Learn about this 501(c)(3) nonprofit venue where both history and your love story come to life. With breathtaking views and unforgettable sunsets, The Na…
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Join us for this brief introudction to our July 14, 2024 wedding show in Harrisburg! Yes, this will be the ONLY show we will have for summer 2024. Central PA Wedding Shows will feature The National Civil War Museum from 12-3 p.m. for this singular show. Grab your chance at thousands in cash and prizes from our vetted, professional, reliable vendors…
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Listen in on this episode to meet a veteran venue of Central PA Wedding Shows, The Catering Barn at Strock Enterprises, Inc. With various indoor and outdoor options on this working farm to host your shower, wedding, corporate event, birthday, and more, Strock's is both versatile and welcoming to events of all kinds. You can even get Strock's cateri…
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Join us for this episode and get to know our 3/3/24 Lancaster show host, The Imperial Ballrooms. Located inside the beautiful Holiday Inn Lancaster, The Imperial Ballrooms is the newly-renovated, premiere wedding and event venue in Lancaster City. A breathtaking covered balcony hosts outdoor ceremonies overlooking the city while various ballrooms i…
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In this episode, Heather talks with Emily Golihew of EG Photography, a York-based photographer capturing everything from newborns, to seniors, to families, to weddings, and everything in between! Emily specializes in weddings and is classically trained in true-to-life photography that is truly timeless. Ready to meet couples this weekend at our 2/1…
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Listen in on this episode to learn all about Editing Life Videography, the official videographer of Central PA Wedding Shows. You'll learn how the company came to be, the high quality work Matt and his team consider the standard, and why you don't want to miss hiring a quality videographer. Many couples regret not having a video of their wedding or…
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Introducing the presenting sponsor in this episode, Heather Laughman of HD Entertainment and Central PA Wedding Shows gives you a closer look at the area's only all-female, award-winning DJ company, as well as a little background on how Central PA Wedding Shows came to be. Get to know HD Entertainment before you attend the shows this winter and fin…
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Central PA Wedding Shows: 2024 Winter Wedding Venues
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Join Central PA Wedding Shows this winter and tour 6 beautiful and unique venues for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, after-wedding brunch, and much more. CPAWS will kick off this circuit on February 18. We’ll feature two beautifully renovated hotels in both York and Lancaster, a contemporary Ballroom in Hanover, a concert venue/brewe…
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In this final Fall 2023 show circuit series episode, Heather of HD Entertainment, the area's only all-female, award-winning DJ company, and Central PA Wedding Shows details the finale show and bridal yard sale set for Sunday, December 3rd in Gettysburg. The show will take place from noon-3 p.m. and the bridal yard sale will be from 2-5 p.m. at WWII…
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Central PA Wedding Shows + Historic King Mansion
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Historic King Mansion on the Susquehanna River will be the backdrop for our November 19 wedding show in Harrisburg. In this episode, Heather of HD Entertainment and Central PA Wedding Shows and Abby LaBar of Historic King Mansion and Weddings by JDK talk all things Gatsby, great river views, and the personal touches JDK makes to any event. One look…
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Central PA Wedding Shows + The Bond in York
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In this episode, Heather is joined by Abby LaBar, Director of Venue Management with The JDK Group, who oversees management of The Bond in York. Her expertise and experience in the wedding industry spans over a decade and you can tell the difference when you work with JDK for catering, your venue, floral, decor, and more! Through their conversation …
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Central PA Wedding Shows + Kari Herren Photography
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In this episode, Heather is joined by Kari Findley of Kari Herren Photography, a local wedding and portrait photographer based out of New Oxford, PA. Traveling and staying local for weddings and events, Kari has been a photographer since freshman year of high school, eventually formally training at Antonelli Institute to bring her mastered craft ba…
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WW2 American Experience + Bridal Yard Sale
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Listen to this episode for details about our first ever bridal yard sale on Sunday, December 3 at WW2 American Experience in Gettysburg from 2-5 p.m.! Join us for our Gettysburg wedding show at noon at the Adams County Historical Society and then hop on over to the bridal yard sale to find all of the vendors and decor you will need to bring your dr…
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Everything You Need to Know about Creating a Timeline for Your Wedding
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Listen to this episode to find out what you need to do to build a timeline for your wedding planning and your wedding day. Erin Ryan of Ryan Planning + joins Heather for a planning session like no other! Not sure where to begin? Tune in and find out, no matter where you are in the process! The expert team at RP+ is here to assist you whether you ar…
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Join Heather for this episode as she talks with Taylor of The Dragon's Treasury, a custom Funko pop creation company based out of Pennsylvania. From brides and grooms, to pets, and even just a custom Funko of your favorite person, Taylor prides herself on creating once-in-a-lifetime pieces for all of her clients. Get in touch now if you are interes…
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Join Central PA Wedding Shows this fall and tour 3 beautiful and unique venues for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, after-wedding brunch, and much more. CPAWS will kick off this circuit on November 12 at The Bond in York. This industrial event space with indoor and outdoor options will charm you with its exposed brick and window walls…
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Adams County Historical Society at Gettysburg
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Our 3rd and final installment of Central PA Wedding Shows' July Date Night shows finds us at Adams County Historical Society at Gettysburg on July 26, 2023, and the brand new Battlefield Overlook Event Center, the newest downtown Gettysburg event venue. Surrounded by history inside and out, the ACHS sits adjacent to battlefield land and overlooks 1…
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Our 2nd Date Night wedding show this month finds us at Artemis Venues - Terrapin Station in Red Lion. This collection of venues includes Terrapin Station & Artemis Ballroom at the same location in Red Lion and The Barn overlooking the Susquehanna River. No matter which location you choose, Jess and her team are ready to make your wedding vision int…
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Historic Acres of Hershey is one of the premiere wedding venues in our area and will play host to Central PA Wedding Shows on 7/12/23 for our first Date Night wedding show of July! Before you can meet Melodie and her fantastic staff at HAOH, listen to this podcast to discover why this beautiful venue is so in demand! No matter what type of event yo…
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Check out this episode of Central PA Wedding Shows - The Podcast where Heather Laughman of HD Entertainment, the area's only all-female, award-winning DJ company, and Central PA Wedding Shows talks about the "wedding gap year" that is 2023. What does this mean for couples? Listen for some tips on how this phenomenon can benefit you THIS year! You m…
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This episode of Central PA Wedding Shows - The Podcast focuses on the most important part of any wedding day, the ceremony! Are you planning a wedding or a marriage? Find out how Pastor Chris Schwab can help you plan both! From premarital counseling to a personalized ceremony to post-marriage counseling, Chris can help with any and all of these imp…
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Explore what Neora can do for you! Are you wedding, honeymoon, summer, and boudoir ready? Get there with Neora's effective plant-based, clean skin care, hair care, wellness, and weight management. Hear Heather and Nicole talk about what Neora has done for them personally, their clients, their families, and their teams, all while Bailey Boy sleeps i…
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Summer, July 2023 - Date Night Wedding Shows
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Central PA Wedding Shows is excited to announce our summer 2023 July circuit of wedding shows! Our Wednesday "Date Night" format is perfect for your schedule and a fun night out, all in one! 7.12.23 Historic Acres of Hershey 7.19.23 Artemis Venues - Terrapin Station 7.26.23 Adams County Historical Society in Gettysburg Hear more about each of our u…
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Dave of Hanover Clothing Company joins host Heather Laughman of HD Entertainment and Central PA Wedding Shows for this episode where they discuss all things menswear for just about any occasion. From tuxedo and suit rentals to custom fit, Dave handles the entire wedding party from Grandpa down to a size 3 in boys. Making the wedding party look and …
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In this brief interlude episode, Heather Laughman of HD Entertainment (link) and Central PA Wedding Shows explains why it's always a good idea to attend wedding shows. You wouldn't take a trip without researching where you are going, right? Don't plan your wedding uninformed! Visit Central PA Wedding Shows year-round via the website and live weddin…
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Meet our 2023 media sponsor, Susquehanna Style Magazine! This dynamic and hyper local guide to all things Central PA is partnering with Central PA Wedding Shows to bring you all things wedding in our area. From the best vendors to the best venues and everything wedding inbetween, you can not only read about Central PA's best wedding vendors, you ca…
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FX Photo Booths has been a force in the Central PA Wedding industry for 10 years. This award-winning photo booth service offers open air, mirror, digital, and portable booths, making a photo booth a reality for any event and budget. Pick your custom photo strip, choose from 80+ backdrops, and get ready to make the best memories with your wedding or…
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In this episode of Central PA Wedding Shows - The Podcast, Rachael from the Historic Round Barn in Biglerville, PA introduces couples to her venue which will play host to the 2023 winter circuit finale show on March 26. One of the oldest round barns in the world, listeners can hear all about the beauty and history Round Barn has to offer. Whether y…
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If you are visiting Central PA Wedding Shows on 3/19/23, you will find yourself at the newly-renovated Yorktown Hotel. Considered the “Cornerstone of York” since 1925, this grand hotel in York, PA borrows from its rich history and blends it with the contemporary. The WellSpan Ballroom can host up to 400 guests for the reception you’ve always dreamt…
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Before you can visit The Englewood on 3/12/23 with Central PA Wedding Shows, you can hear all about this one of a kind venue in the heart of Hershey! Besides its sweet location, The Englewood hosts a rich history and experienced staff who can turn any event into a once in a lifetime memory. A brewery, restaurant, concert venue, ceremony site, cockt…
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In this next installment of Central PA Wedding Shows - The Podcast, Heather Laughman of HD Entertainment and CPAWS gives couples an up close and personal interview with Nancy Leonard of The Carlisle Ribbon Mill, the host venue for the 2/26/23 wedding show. A converted factory from 1918, The Carlisle Ribbon Mill is one of a kind not only in appearan…
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With 5 wedding shows lined up for you beginning February 19, Central PA Wedding Shows will be kicking off this 5 show tour at The Ballroom on Broadway in Hanover, the OG venue for our wedding shows where it all began 5 years ago! With the ability to accommodate up to 200 guests, Ballroom on Broadway has both indoor and outdoor options and a brewery…
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Are you ready for the upcoming 2023 winter circuit of Central PA Wedding Shows? Give this quick rundown a listen so you can get a better idea of our venues before you visit and what the shows can offer you if you already have your venue. Grab your tickets before they sell out so you don't miss out on your chance at over $50K in cash and prizes this…
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Defining What Vendors Review When Figuring Out Their Pricing Structures!
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In this 5th installment, Heather Laughman with HD Entertainment and Central PA Wedding Shows defines what vendors when figuring out their pricing structures. From insurance to equipment to time, Heather reviews the common factors in the proccessing equation. You get what you pay for, so understand exactly what you need for the price! Don't forget t…
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Understanding Event Insurance and How It Fits Into Your Wedding or Special Event
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This episode focuses on the different insurances a couple or event planner can have when protecting their event or special day. Tammy Crouse of Everoak Insurance Group tells us why having special event insurance is always the safe bet, what can be covered, and how easy it is to get coverage with just a phone call. Tammy's knowledge and experience c…
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Picture This: Booking the Perfect Professional Photographer
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In this 3rd episode, Heather Laughman of HD Entertainment talks with Cindie and Madison of Leer Photography & Design about what a professional photographer will look like, how they operate, and what you can expect as a couple. This family-owned business also dives deeper into what sets them apart as a full service photography and design studio, and…
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In this second episode, Match Made in Bridal Bliss, join Heather Laughman and Heather Dohler of HD Entertainment and Central PA Wedding Shows to discuss what you need to know before you begin hiring the right wedding professionals for the biggest day of your life. What should you look for in a vendor? What will the right vendor expect from you as a…
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Welcome to the pilot episode of Central PA Wedding Show's Podcast: I'm Engaged, Now What? In this initial episode, hosted by Heather Laughman of HD Entertainment with a special guest, Erin Ryan of Party Belles, learn where you need to begin in the wedding planning process. New engaged brides and grooms, this one is for YOU! Visit Party Belles onlin…
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