THE NEWS from EventWorks, Inc.

Dear Friends, It's almost time to store our Hearts and Roses decor items as February draws to a close. Before it's over we wanted to remind you of the very deserving mission of our industry's SEARCH Foundation. Kelly Dolan, SEARCH First Vice-Chairperson and Donations Committee Chairwoman, wrote this very informative piece for Special Events on June 18, 2013. Those familiar with the SEARCH Foundation know that this non-profit organization which supports special event professionals confronted with a catastrophic occurrence, is the only charitable foundation dedicated to the special events industry and its people. “We are truly the Red-Cross of this industry,” says Kelly Dolan, SEARCH First Vice-Chairperson and Donations Committee Chairwoman for the past four years. “I have seen applications for funding from weather related loss including floods, hurricanes and tornadoes. We also process applications for those who are experiencing serious illness or injury which preve...

Dear Friends, Event Solutions recently asked us to share two specific event related moments of inspiration. How do we get ideas? Why do we run with a certain design or feel for an event? Of course, the next in-office lunch conversation turned introspective. Where does inspiration come from? In our case it's our home base, Los Angeles. There is so much creative energy in this metropolis, so much innovation and so many cultural melting pots going on that nothing ever remains the same. 140 languages are spoken in L.A. households, it is the most diverse city in the world - and we profit! A trip around the globe is literally just a day drive on our clogged highways. Really up-and-coming and hot is K-Town, Koreatown. We knew something was up when the globe trotting Anthony Bourdain showed up here with his camera team recently. Late night dining, clubbing and drinking, and a fresh music scene inspired - much like the food - by the mix of Asian and Latino residents provides lots of e...

Dear Friends, It's that week of the year many men amongst our acquaintances dread the most: St. Valentine's! How do you impress your beloved without just getting a supermarket heart-shaped box of candy? Our design team comes to the rescue! Kate Brack: "Luxe out this year and surprise your valentine sweet heart with a sexy bouquet in a hand selected container. You will woo him or her with your thoughtfulness by choosing a keepsake vessel that will endure long after the stunning blooms have expired. Bring your container to your favorite florist and have them create a bouquet specific to your lovers style. We selected a container that can be used as a hurricane for an intimate dinner centerpiece or decorative accent around the house. All and all, it's a win, win!" Next, put on the most romantic, seductive, sensual song and the mood is set! Janet loves "All of Me". DJ Matt Cornwall: “John Legend is a classy guy. Though mainly considered R...

Dear Friends, The news of Pete Seeger's passing at the age of 94 on January 27th triggered many thoughts and conservations here at EventWorks. Everyone has wonderful memories related to some of the most powerful songs of our days. What a life! We all know what a song can do to move, motivate, stimulate, encourage and heal. He was a man who never lost sight of his convictions - starting with his support of American involvement in the Second World War to fight Hitler, spanning decades of the Civil Rights Movement and ending with Occupy Wall Street! Whether you agreed with his politics or not, you cannot deny the enduring power of "Turn, Turn, Turn", "If I Had A Hammer" and "We Shall Overcome". "Music is my life. My livelihood comes from playing it, creating it and writing about it… it has always been my greatest love affair, my muse, my best friend, my healer and I think it is so because so much of it gives us immediate direct access to harm...