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In general, to be responsible for smooth flow of reception, working with
caterer and other service providers as to schedule of events.
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Be present as guests arrive, and show honoured guests to reserved
seating, if applicable.
‚ Have guests sign
Bride's Book and inform the guests about the reception schedule and the
facilities and any particular rules regarding the reception hall.
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Announce arrival of wedding party.
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Arrange receiving line, if applicable.
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Know seating arrangement for the head table and direct seating.
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Introduce head table guests, parents, and any special guests present.
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Read emails and letters, if applicable. This may be done after dinner.
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Cake cutting ceremony may be at this time but usually occurs following
dinner.
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If desired, minister or appropriate person may say grace at this time.
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Announce food service, and, if buffet style, direction of line up and
order of tables.
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After dinner, introduce the guest giving the toast to the Bride.
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Introduce the Groom to reply to the toast.
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Introduce the Best Man, who gives the toast to the Bridesmaids.
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Call up any other scheduled speakers and announce open microphone, if
applicable.
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Announce cutting of wedding cake.
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Announce bar opening, if applicable.
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Announce Bride and Groom’s first dance and other opening dances. This
may be done by the DJ.
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Announce throwing of bouquet and garter, if applicable. This may be done
by the DJ.
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Be aware of departure time for Bride and Groom.
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Announce last dance and arrange guests in circle or archway for send-off
of Bride and Groom if applicable. This may be done by the DJ.
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Help parents remove gifts, flowers, cake etc.
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