"We're very happy with the lineup for Sunday's event. This year's event will feature vendors that have been with us for years as well as newcomers, and they offer a variety of services and options that are ideal for a variety of special events," she said.
Assemblywoman Jenne said she is also excited with this year's move from the Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority's industrial park to the Ogdensburg International Airport.
"The new location provides a more intimate setting for our vendors, and it is a win-win situation. The OBPA will benefit from having new people get a first-hand look at the wonderful improvements that have been made at the airport in recent months, and the show is gaining exposure to the hundreds of travellers that use the facility each week," she noted.
The annual expo featuring bridal and special event planning services hosted by Assemblywoman Addie A.E. Jenne will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at the Ogdensburg International Airport, 5840 state Route 812.
This year’s event, “Rediscovering Your Backyard: Special Day Expo,” will again feature a fashion show at 2 p.m. followed by the popular cake dive for brides to be with $200 in cash up for grabs. There will also be multiple drawings throughout the day.
Proceeds will be split between the Ogdensburg Boys & Girls Club and the Zonta Club of Ogdensburg.
There will be free parking for expo attendees.
"The goal of our Special Day Expo has always been to provide an opportunity for residents to discover products and services that are available in their own backyards. “It’s a great opportunity to connect local businesses with residents in the area planning events,” Assemblywoman Jenne said.
"Moving the event back to February provides the lead time necessary for events planned for late this spring and this summer and fall," she pointed out.
In addition to vendors that can focus on wedding day plans, there will also be businesses and artisans that can help with plans for proms, graduation parties, class reunions, anniversary parties, baby showers and birthday parties. Gifts for these types of events will also be on sale.
"There really is a great mix of vendors at this year's show. We have everything from a horse and carriage service offering a special ride to weddings, proms and other events to a firm that offers portable potties for outdoor events," Assemblywoman Jenne said.
"We have everything from photographers to photo booths, from shops that serve brides and grooms and prom goers to a Louisville company that provides tent rentals and from a disc jockey to event planners," she added.
"This year's show also features a number of small businesses, artisans and crafts people who produce high quality products and services,
Other co-sponsors of this year's event include 96.7 YES FM, Q Country 102.9, Super Hits PAC 98.7, Mix 96.1. 101.5 The Fox and 1340 WMSA. The cakes for the popular cake dive are being donated by Bonnie Persons.
For more information about this year's event, check out our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/events/948760158593756/
TOP PHOTO:
Jennifer Savage of Albany went home with the prize money after finding the winning token baked in her cake during the 2016 Special Day Expo cake dive. She was assisted in locating the token, a penny, by Patricia Tynon of Ogdensburg.
BOTTOM PHOTOS:
Assemblywoman Addie A.E. Jenne keeps a close eye on a spirited 2016 cave dive competition at the Special Day Expo in Ogdensburg.
Assemblywoman Addie A.E. Jenne visits with Chris Durand of 3 Bears Gluten Free Bakery at the 2016 Special Day Expo in Ogdensburg.
