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Gothic Halloween Decor Ideas from Tanya Costigan Events

I am completely and madly in love with Halloween. It is, by far, my favorite holiday. There are no obligations or financial burdens, it’s just a fun and festive holiday when you can let loose and get your creativity on! Mass Appeal on WWLP TV is a live local show that I am on quite… Continue reading Gothic Halloween Decor Ideas from Tanya Costigan Events

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My Day at BizBash Live NY – New York City

So today, I announced that I was rebranding my business name to take it from something quirky I chose when I was first starting out as a wedding and event planner, to something more simple and sophisticated and that better reflects my brand. And, you know what? There’s no better way to kick off a… Continue reading My Day at BizBash Live NY – New York City

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Salem Cross Inn Wedding for Glenda and Scotty

I couldn’t wait to share my photos from today’s wedding at Salem Cross Inn in West Brookfield Massachusetts. Salem Cross Inn is an historic, beautiful wedding venue with an amazing back drop of trees and fields and skies that go on forever. The skies today did not disappoint with billowy clouds that went on for… Continue reading Salem Cross Inn Wedding for Glenda and Scotty

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New Wedding Venue in Western Massachusetts – Greenfield MA – Alexlee House

Recently, I attended an industry event hosted by CJC Events – producer of the Western Massachusetts Bridal Shows at the MassMutual Center. This event was a great opportunity for me to see a brand new wedding venue in Western Massachusetts! Alexlee House in Greenfield, Massachusetts is a stunning venue that sits atop a hillside that… Continue reading New Wedding Venue in Western Massachusetts – Greenfield MA – Alexlee House

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Wedding Photo Shoot at Smith College with Seth Kaye Photography

I had the pleasure of being asked to participate in a photo shoot, this summer, at Smith College. The photo shoot doubled in purpose. The photos will be used by the College to promote their space for weddings and events, and the set space would also serve as the setting for the semi-annual Vendor Blender… Continue reading Wedding Photo Shoot at Smith College with Seth Kaye Photography

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My Wedding Workshop at Smith College – Northampton MA

Since beginning my Wedding Workshops with Tanya series in August, I have received so much amazing feedback, and I couldn’t be happier. Brides that attend my workshops are tired of staring at a screen scrolling through a 2 dimensional blog or Pins. I’m making it human again by offering hands on workshops, in-person, in a… Continue reading My Wedding Workshop at Smith College – Northampton MA

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Julie & Ed’s Elegant Wedding at the Colony Club – Springfield Massachusetts

How drop dead gorgeous was this couple? Julie and Ed called me because they were struggling to find a venue that suited their style, and had just about given up their search. That call paid off because I have exclusive access to a place that sounded like something they were describing. To get married at… Continue reading Julie & Ed’s Elegant Wedding at the Colony Club – Springfield Massachusetts