A wedding ceremony is not just about the joining of a couple together as one but also their families. Be that as it may, getting families to interact with one another isn’t always as easy as you’d like. This is especially true if your loved ones come from different backgrounds or cultures. Of course, you […]

At your Crystal/Emerald Ballroom wedding reception, friends and family will gather around the bridal party to enjoy a good meal, great conversation, and fantastic music. As the stars of the event, the newlyweds should most certainly be front and center. At Crystal Ballroom in Freehold, NJ, we offer a sweetheart table that does just that. […]

Thinking of hiring a wedding planner for your Crystal or Emerald Ballroom wedding, but not sure if it’s worth the cost? It’s important to consider the factors as this will eat into your wedding budget. Yet, planning a wedding is a lot and trying to do it all yourself isn’t always easy. Wedding planners are […]

Many grooms and groomsmen are stepping away from the traditional black tux when it comes to wedding attire. They’ve come to love the idea of being able to dress up and look good in front of the camera alongside the bride and bridesmaids. As the trend of grooms with swag continues to evolve, so does […]

Where you have your wedding photos taken is almost just as important as what you have on, or how brightly your smile shines. The location helps add appeal, but also serves as a backdrop or story-line into the love story that is you and your spouse. Getting married in a beautiful and diverse state like […]

A wedding cocktail hour serves as a prelude to the reception. It’s a great way to keep guests entertained while waiting for the bridal party to arrive (and other guests to show). Held in a small reception area or outdoors, guests are invited to indulge in refreshing beverages, light entertainment, and, of course, food. As […]

Of all the tables and chairs that will fill the reception hall on your wedding day, the bride and groom table has to be one of the most important. Here is where husband and wife sit as they enjoy their meals, drinks, and socialize with loved ones. It’s where the stars of the show sit. […]

You know all eyes are on you as you walk down the aisle on your wedding day at the Crystal or Emerald Ballroom, and you want your grand entrance to be perfect. You want your guests to be amazed by what they see as your bridal party ushers in the bride to stand by her […]

It would seem that no wedding reception is complete without a wedding cake. Often the center of attention at the dessert table, every couple wants to make sure that it tastes just as good as it looks. Though you would think that the wedding cake would be one of the easier tasks to handle on […]

Every season brings with it a palette of colors that seem to capture the very feeling each brings. In summer it’s bold and fluorescent colors like yellow, hot pink, and neon green. Spring colors are more subtle, soft, pastels like lilac, mint, and peach. Following the same pattern, winter and fall are accompanied by festive […]