| Capitol Chocolate Fountains was proud to be a participant in last weekend's Dream Wedding! Here is an article that was printed in the Gainesvile Times today! |
Vendors host ‘Dream Wedding’ for local couple
A group of 13 regional wedding vendors, from the venue and planner to the florist and photographer, provided a dream wedding to one lucky couple free of charge last weekend. The wedding giveaway, with an approximate value of $60,000, is the end product of a strong desire by this elite group to give one deserving couple the kind of wedding they’ve always dreamed of but would have otherwise been unable to afford. Jason and Samantha Klickna tied the knot on Saturday, Aug. 28, at Stonewall Golf Club in Gainesville.
"As a group, we take pride in putting together one-of-a-kind weddings for each and every couple and we saw the strain that the recent economic downturn was having on both the couples and the industry,” Lisa Schulz, owner of The Posh Planner, said in a written statement. “We decided to take action because we feel strongly that regardless of their financial situation, every couple deserves to have their dream wedding.”
Interested couples were asked to fill out an online application, upload a photo and, in 500 words or less, explain why they felt they were the most deserving. The lucky couple was selected by the group more than a year ago. Samantha Crise and Jason Klickna were chosen because they had sacrificed their wedding and life plans to care for Klickna’s father, who was cancer stricken.
"I have watched the man I love take such tender care of his father,” Crise wrote in her letter. “I myself grew to love his father. He has sacrificed so much and endured so much pain through this battle with his dad. He has shown how loving, patient and caring he can be.”
Klickna’s father, John, died before the wedding but was remembered with small touches in the ceremony.
Participating vendors at the wedding included Stonewall Golf Club, Lisa Schulz of The Posh Planner, Cleverly Candid Photography, Julia MacInnis Photography, Holly Heider Chapple Flowers, Paperzest, Olivera Music Entertainment, Taylor Made Cakes, Capital Party Rentals, Capitol Chocolate Fountains, My Mobile Salon, Samantha Spittle, Acuity Audiovisual, Reston Limousine, Kenna’s Cookies and Dolce Video.
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| Old Hickory Golf Club Wedding |
| The bride, Megan, had selected a great group of professionals to ensure her day would be perfect. |
Her flowers were done by the delightful Linda Merritt, owner of Heaven on Earth.
This arrangement was placed in the foyer. |
| This was one of the centerpieces. I just love the colors! |
| The beautiful (and delicious!) wedding cake was made by Lynnette Drake, owner of The Icing Baking Company. Lynnette has recently moved her business to a storefront location! Stop by if you're driving down I-95 in Stafford. |
| The photographer was Martin Torre, owner of Torre Photography. Marty is always moving, capturing those special moments both posed and spontaneous. |
| Here's a picture of Marty enjoying some delicious imported Belgian Milk Chocolate! |
| This was the display for the dipping items for the chocolate fountain. Chef Matt Allis at Old Hickory is one of the best! Looks delicious, doesn't it? |
| A great night! Thank you Megan for including Capitol Chocolate Fountains in your special day! |
Another happy customer just returned her fountain from a weekend graduation celebration. She said it was the hit of the party!
If you're looking for a self-service package for 20-25 guests, this is the perfect option for having a fountain at your smaller event.
See the details below. For any questions, please give us a call!
(703) 369-7378
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Fountain Value Package
**Limited Availability**
In these difficult economic times, we realized there was a need for a chocolate fountain option for smaller gatherings. We wanted to offer our delicious imported Belgian chocolate and a quality fountain at an affordable price.
Introducing the Fountain Value Package from Capitol Chocolate Fountains. Our package is designed for groups of up to 25 guests. It’s perfect for a baby shower, a bridal shower, a birthday party, graduation party, housewarming party, office luncheon, Open House, etc.
Ours is not a “mini” or “home model” chocolate fountain. It is 25 inches tall, full stainless steel tower (which is 3 tiers plus an inverted Top Hat), stainless steel auger and heating basin.
This is a self-service package. You pick up and return the fountain from our office which is conveniently located off I-66 in Manassas, Virginia. The chocolate is packaged in two, 2.5 lb. microwavable tubs and does not require the use of oil or other thinning agent to flow smoothly in the fountain. And when you're done, you don’t even have to clean the fountain! That's our job.
Our Fountain Value Package includes:
• The fountain
• 5 lbs. of imported Belgian chocolate (your choice of milk, semi sweet or white)
• 200 skewers
• Fountain leveler
• Detailed operating instructions
• Carrying case
Fountain Value Package $150.00
(plus 5% VA State sales tax)
Additional chocolate available for $20 for a 2.5 lb. microwavable tub
Call us today to reserve your fountain
(703) 369-7378
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| Wedding at Old Hickory Golf Club |
I had the pleasure of providing a fountain at Old Hickory Golf Course in Woodbridge last night for a wedding.
Here are a few pictures of the fountain. |
If you're looking for a venue for any type of event give them a call! Here's a link to their website.
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| Capitol Chocolate Fountains will not be able to participate in the show due to other committments but we encourage you to go and see some of the area's top professionals! It is sure to be a great event. |
If you're in the Gainesville area on Sunday, February 21st, come see us at Stonewall Golf Club's Annual Bridal Showcase!
Visit with Top Bridal Vendors at one of the area's Top Wedding Venues!
Brides and Guests will enjoy Champagne and Hors D'oeuvres and be entered to win a variety of prizes.
Entry is complimentary!!
Brunch Available $15.95
For complete details contact Jeanna Hilton at 703-753-6156 or jhilton@stonewallgolfclub.com |
Time is from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Lots of great vendors!
Hope to see you there. |
| Blackrock Center for the Arts |
What are you doing this Sunday, Febrruary 21st?
We're going to be at the Blackrock Center for the Arts Spring Event Showcase!
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From their website:
Free Spring Event Showcase
Where's the PARTY? On Sunday February 21 from noon until 5 p.m. it's at BlackRock! Come to our FREE Spring Event Showcase featuring the DC metro area's top caterers, party planners, event coordinators, photographers, deejays, florists and bands. Free and open to the public, the event even offers attendees the opportunity to enter raffles to win a free makeup and hair redo (valued at $175) from Rose Brooke Studio, a free bridal gown from not-for-profit St. Anthony's Bridal Center and other prizes.
Sunday, February 21, 2010 12:00 PM
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
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We’ll have the Grand Staircase decorated for an elegant wedding and the Mainstage decorated for a grand wedding or B'nai Mitzvah service. CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN IN THE LOBBY PINA COLADA MACHINE IN THE DANCE THEATER BALLOONS EVERYWHERE — and vendors on hand with samples of wedding cakes, free food and gowns that attendees can try on right on the spot. BlackRock hosts events of all kinds: corporate meetings and holiday parties b’nai mitzvahs, milestone birthdays weddings large and small Come to this festive, free event for the inspiration to plan a fun, creative party of your own.
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Need more information?
Visit their website. |
| Tasting Saturday at Foxchase Manor |
Are you ready to get out of the house? Planning your wedding? Want to try some fabulous imported Belgian chocolate? Here's the solution:
Bridal Tasting & Open House Featuring Celebrations Catering
on Saturday February 13 from 3pm-5pm.
Enjoy fabulous cuisine, and meet the area's finest Wedding Profesionals!
Free Admission! Hosted at Foxchase Manor.
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For additional information on Foxchase Manor, please visit their website.
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| For additional information on Celebrations Catering, please visit their website. |
| A Fountain is a Fountain is a Fountain Part 2 |
| As previously discussed, there is so much more to a chocolate fountain company than simply supplying a fountain. After all, it's not really about a fountain, is it? |
| At Capitol Chocolate Fountains we don't think so. We're all about providing the best quality and service to our customers. In the first installment of A Fountain is a Fountain is a Fountain I wrote about our providing an Imported Belgian chocolate with all of our fountain rentals. |
| Today, we'll talk about our Tastings. We don't know of other companies that invite you to their office for a tasting. We encourage you to come to our office to have a private tasting. It's an opportunity for us to get to know you better and provide you with an opportunity to try our chocolate in a more relaxed atmosphere than a show. |
| We provide ample portions of our Belgian milk, semi sweet and white chocolate for you to taste along with a variety of dipping items. It's a great way to include your bridal party, parents, siblings and others in the decision-making process. In addition, we want you to see where we work. We like to refer to it as the place where the magic happens. |
Our tastings are free! They are by appointment. We are happy to meet with you in the evening, on Sunday or whenever your schedule permits!
And finally, we are firm believers in the un-sales pitch. Our products speak for themselves. You will never be asked to sign a contract or provide a deposit at a tasting. That's simply not us.
Our only requirement? Relax, sit back and enjoy the chocolate!! |
Call us to schedule your tasting!
(703) 369-7378
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| Chocolate Lovers Festival postponed |
| The Fairfax Chocolate Lovers Festival which is usually held on the first full weekend in February has been postponed due to the impending snow. |
| Capitol Chocolate Fountains is the only chocolate fountain company at the festival! Check back here or on the official website (link above) for the rescheduled date. |
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