CLA Events

10/09/2024

I can’t decide if Michigan wants to be fall or summer. Here is a photo that makes me feel both seasons :)

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07/09/2024

If her heart desires a Bridgerton theme wedding. She shall have it. Gardens and all!!

A pretty little historical mansion and a very talented photographer to capture everything in its fairy tale light.

Photographer: (Sandra)
Outstanding florals:

25/08/2024

I have had many privileges to work with couples who are mixed culture and/or religion.

And planning these types of events is NOT easy. No sir. Compromises take time. And when culture/religion is a priority… decisions are not always up to the hosts who hire me.

But when these compromises are made.. they are quite emotional because of how meaningful it is.

For this particular wedding, I worked a Jewish bride and a Catholic groom. M spent hours building a chuppah for his beloved. Part of their chuppah, will be used for their forever home.

E + M’s story will always stay with me. Their love and consideration for one another is undeniable. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of such an important day.

Photo: .photography

15/06/2024

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Congratulations to J+T!!!
Thank you LEM photography!

11/03/2024

When family loudly sing to celebrate your love story... you know confidently you found that one person in this life who will protect your heart and serve as your forever home wherever you may go.

Congratulations A + E! Being in the room with your family + closest friends was truly magic. I don't think I'll be alone when I say I'll won’t ever forget it. It's one of those weddings people talk about for a long time.

"Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
Take me home, country roads"

17/12/2023

When you look back at these details photos… do you remember who you tied those ribbons with you? Yeah. Those are your people for life. That or you’re a rockstar. 😎



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25/10/2023

25/10/2023

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Photos from Annie and James wedding at Meadow Brook Hall

Photographer DreamBox Photography
Planner CLA Events

14/10/2023

Right before I launched my business, I was in the restaurant industry. The job required I manage a fine dining floor while SIMULTANEOUSLY executing weddings in the basement... with a shared kitchen. YAY. Did I mention there weren't elevators in downtown Ann Arbor? HA! It wasn't exactly what I wanted, but my mentor Gibbons took a chance on me. Bless his heart. lol. And my life changed forever.

At the time, I was constantly overwhelmed and it was hard to be myself because my to do list consumed me. I never managed events before... let alone people!

But eventually I learned to. And whilst in that chapter, I met Jud. He was one of my top lead servers. We learned to survive in the industry together through mutual weddings projects. We excelled. We made mistakes.

Time went by and Jud unexpectedly passed away. Boy, I miss his cheeky and mischievous personality. But he's always with me on wedding days. I find myself looking for him as I go venue to venue and see servers in their black uniform. And when I coordinated E + E's wedding... and watched his son walk down the aisle as a ringbearer.... it confirmed why I do what I do and why I continue to do it. I just love this industry. It gives to me as much as I try to give to it.

Thank you my friend and to all the people who have nourished my heart in this journey. As I close my books this week for 2024, I want to take a moment to remember you all and thank you for helping me grow into the human I am today.

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11/10/2023

I love seeing my culture represented on a wedding day. The Chinese tea ceremony is such an intimate affair. Those invited are ones who watched you grow from a little bean to the day you announce your independence. The event is a big deal.

Families traveled from Boston to Michigan for S + P and did a marvelous job capturing the butterflies as the couple passed their first cup of tea in anticipation for familial wisdom and blessing.

25/09/2023

This weekend my cousin in law asantori97 got married!!!!

His wedding date fell on the same date as another wedding project and I cant explain my heartbreak when I realized I was going to miss the whole thing.

If you’re a vendor… you’ll understand when I say, Life in this industry has its ups and downs. Sometimes we miss really important events and it sucks. But somehow… the stars aligned last night and I could be at two weddings on the same day. Not going to lie, there was lots of tears. And I’m forever thankful to maryslemphotography for capturing this moment. Alec looked so grown up, handsome and now he’s a husband. Ah! It’s absolutely how crazy fast time passes. Congratulations Alec and Katie. I love you guys ❤️

13/08/2023

Just the two of you. Escape the schedule a bit and just enjoy the moment :)
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20/07/2023

Not every couple wants a first look. They pick emotion over a photograph and it is quite a powerful moment to witness. ❤️

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(Special shout-out to and her wonderful team)
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16/07/2023

Congratulations Kim and Nick!

16/07/2023

I’m NOT that planner that sets up and leaves.

I show up to the hotel to check on hair and makeup, I oversee your entire program, text your friends and family, and when all is said and done? I’m usually the last one leaving the venue.

I’m not kidding, I help turn off the lights. The DJ and I usually race to see who leaves first. 99% it’s me and if the set up looks bad I even help the DJ pack up. Ask my vendor friends. Ask my brides. Heck! Ask previous wedding guests. Ask about me. See if my story checks out.

Last night, K + N generously donated their flowers to a retirement home. The receptionist’s smile at 2am won’t be as big as those seniors when they wake up and see these beautiful florals designed by 🌸💐🌺🌷🌹

Yesterday is perfect. Thank goodness for my minivan. And bandaids for my feet 😂

CLA Events has the experience to provide a transparent and low stress wedding and event planning process that is always in your control.

20/05/2023

My client wanted to make her daughters bridal shower perfect. We spent hours designing, redesigning, planning, laughing and connecting. She entrusted me with flowers which I was nervous to do since it would be my first time. But I was so pleased with the results! With 1 hour 15 minutes of sleep from the night before, the event was a big success. A huge nap was in order for Mother’s Day that following day lol! My July bride and her mom were so happy to see loved ones for that special day. It made me so so joyful. What a beautiful shower. Note to self? Make time to take more pictures!
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20/11/2022

Winter weddings 💙

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16/11/2022

A little touch of gold goes a long way. And cupcakes. Lots of cupcakes from

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