Photo Purses

Image via WikipediaBagette.com is a website that allows you to customize cosmetic bags, purses, and more with your special photos. The kind of gift that would be great for grandparents, bridesmaids, best friends and so on…


http://www.bagettes.com/

Fitness classes [free Brooklyn]

For those of you on a tight budget but still need to get in shape for your big day, here are a few classes happening for free in Brooklyn




Beacon for Arts and Leadership at JHS 291
231 Palmetto Street between Wilson & Knickerbocker
Phone: (718) 574–0361
Monday – Friday: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.


Cypress Hills East New York Beacon
350 Linwood Street between Atlantic & Liberty
Phone: (718) 277–3522
Tuesday – Friday: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.


Family Dynamics Beacon Center at MS 35
272 MacDonough Street between Lewis & Marcus Garvey
Phone: (718) 453–7004
Monday – Thursday: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.


Van Dyke Community Center (NYCHA)
392 Blake Street
between Powell Street & Mother Gaston Boulevard
Phone: (718) 485–3719
Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 6:45 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.


Tompkins Community Center (NYCHA)
736 Park Avenue
between Tompkins & Throop Avenue
Phone: (718) 384–6578
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Fitness classes [free Bronx]

Image via WikipediaFor those of you on a tight budget but still need to get in shape for your big day, here are a few classes happening for free in the Bronx

Hunt's Point
765 Manida Street between Spofford & Lafayette
Phone: (718) 860–5544
Monday: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

St. Mary's Park
450 East 145th Street at St. Ann's Avenue
Phone: (718) 402–5155
Monday & Wednesday: 8:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday & Thursday: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

St. James Recreation Center
2530 Jerome Avenue at 192nd Street
Phone: (718) 822–4271
Monday: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Saturday: 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Roberto Clemente State Park
West Tremont & Mattewson Road
Phone: (718) 299–8750
Tuesday – Thursday: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Mambo Clasico Night @The MonteCarlo Room
Thursday
free beginner-intermediate salsa class from 9:00 - 10:45 PM
2700 Jerome Avenue (between Kingsbridge Road & West 195th Street), Kingsbridge Heights neighborhood 718-365-2665

Fitness classes [free Staten Island]

Image via WikipediaFor those of you on a tight budget but still need to get in shape for your big day, here are a few classes happening for free in Staten Island

Square Dance
Friday, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Westerleigh Park (718) 816-6172

Greenbelt Recreation Center Recreation Center
501 Brielle Ave (between Walcott & Rockland ave, across from Sea View Hospital), Cross Streets: Between Walcott and Rockland avenues
Phone: (718) 667-3545

Adult Abs
Class takes place in Aerobics Room 106
FREE
Friday: 7:15 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Adult Aerobics (1)
Class takes place in Aerobics Room 106.
FREE
Tuesday: 7:30 p.m.-8:15 p.m.

Adult Aerobics (2)
Class takes place in Multi-Purpose Room 205
FREE
Friday: 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Adult Hip Hop Aerobics
Class will take place in Aerobics Room 106
FREE
Saturday: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Faber
FABER STREET AND RICHMOND TERRACE
Phone: (718) 816-5259

Aquatics Instruction - complete body workout
Free
Start date: Jul 7, 2008 End date: Aug 22, 2008
Monday: 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m., 5:00 p.m.-6:45 p.m.Tuesday: 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.Wednesday: 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.Friday: 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

For registration information, days of operation, and class times, call Bethesda Aquatics at (718) 448-3133

Fitness classes [free Queens]

Image via WikipediaFor those of you on a tight budget but still need to get in shape for your big day, here are a few classes happening for free throughout Queens

Saturday Fitness Walking Program - free
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Saturday
walk begins at Margaret Corbin Circle but ends at Anne Loftus Playground, at Broadway and Riverside Drive; To register, email Nancy at healthwriter2@aol.com. For more information, call Linda at (212) 795-1388; Location: Margaret Corbin Circle entrance, For Tryon Park (Fort Washington Avenue and Cabrini Boulevard)

Yoga in the Park
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Classes meet in the Little Bay Park roller hockey rink. Please bring your own mats and/or towels. These classes are free; however, you will be asked to sign a waiver form, so get there a little early; Location: Little Bay Park roller hockey rink (212th Street by Bell Boulevard and CIP Service Road, Bayside)(718) 352-4793

Dancing Under the Stars
Monday 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Ballroom Dance lessons for all ages; Location: Corner of Park Lane and Metropolitan Avenue, Kew Gardens, Queens(718) 235-4100

Dancing Under the Stars
Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Beach 84th Street next to the boardwalk (718) 318-4000

Capoeira in the Park
Saturdays, May 12 - September 29, 2007, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Socrates Sculpture Park
32-01 Vernon Blvd @bdway
718-956-1819

Tai Chi in the Park
Sundays, May 13 – September 30, 2007, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Socrates Sculpture Park
32-01 Vernon Blvd @bdway
718-956-1819
Participants should wear comfortable clothing.

Yoga in the Park
Saturdays, May 12 - September 29, 2007, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Socrates Sculpture Park
32-01 Vernon Blvd @bdway
718-956-1819
Participants should bring a mat or towel.

Fitness classes [free NYC]

Image via WikipediaFor those of you on a tight budget but still need to get in shape for your big day, here are a few classes happening for free in NYC

Yoga - Evening Salute to the Sun
6:30 PM– on Wednesday
The Plaza at 66th Street relaxing Hatha Yoga for all fitness levels; wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat; Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting; for further information call (212) 870-3070

Pilates - Mat Class
6:30 PM– on Tuesday
This event is FREE. Weather Permitting; The Plaza at 66th Streetwear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd St; for further information call (212) 870-3070

Bryant Park Yoga
Thursday 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m
Lululemon provides free yoga classes for all ages and levels; Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy movement. Mats are provided. If Lawn is closed, classes are held in front of the Bryant Monument, between the Bryant Park Grill and Cafe. In case of rain, please call (212) 768-4242

Summer on the Hudson: Lets Dance!
Sunday, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Learn to dance like a pro at these salsa, swing, and hustle lessons and group dances Location: Riverside Park South, 70th Street Plaza

Summer on the Hudson: Pilates Mat Class
Tuesday 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Manhattan These workouts take place every Tuesdays between June 17 and August 12 at 6:30 p.m.; Location: The Plaza at 66th Street(212) 408-0219

Thomas Jefferson Recreation Center
2180 1st Avenue at East 112th Street
Phone: (212) 860-1383
Tuesday & Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday & Thursday: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Jackie Robinson Recreation Center
89 Bradhurst Avenue
between 146th & 147th Streets
Phone: (212) 234–9607
Tuesday & Thursday: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Pelham Fritz Recreation Center
122nd Street & 18 Mount Morris Park West
Phone: (212) 860–1380
Monday: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Hansborough Recreation Center
35 W. 134th Street
Phone: (212) 234–9603
Friday: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Tango Outdoor Dancing
Saturday, June 1 - September
Central Park by Shakespeare Statue
6:00-9:00pm; Free Beginner Lesson at 7 pm
Enter park at 66th St "Tavern on the Green", go around the Sheep Meadow. Statue is located at south end of The Mall.
Rain location: nearby Dairy

COPA Latin Tuesdays @COLUMBUS 72
Tuesday, Salsa dance lesson between 7:30 - 9:00 PM.
246A Columbus Avenue (between 71st & 72nd Streets)
It is held downstairs.
212-769-1492
Dress jeans OK, if worn fashionably (no baggies). NO sneakers or boots. Buttoned-down long sleeve collared shirts. No gold chains for gentlemen

Salsa Wednesdays @LQ
Free dance lesson early in the evening
511 Lexington Avenue (between 47th & 48th Streets)
212-593-7575
no sneakers or boots. Men must wear dress shoes

Eco Friendly

Conscientious about the environment here are a few websites that might fit yours needs


http://greenfeet.com/index.asp? registry website
http://branchhome.com/ - registry website
http://www.greenkarat.com/ - ecologically responsible jewelry
http://www.gigglefishgifts.com/ - gifts website

Aveda Environmental Lifestyle Store
1122 Third Ave. (65-66 Sts.)Phone: 212-744-3113
free makeovers and complimentary massages
call before stopping over

Timeless Wedding Gowns

Looking for gowns that are more victorian, renaissance or romantic in detail - check out the websites below

http://www.yosa.com/
http://www.bridesandjokers.com/

The World's First All-glass Undersea Restaurant

Image via WikipediaIf you just happen to be hanging out in the Maldives, there is this new undersea restaurant that just opened up.

For additional information check out:

http://www.hiltonworldresorts.com/Resorts/Maldives/index.html

Create Your Own Wedding Veil

If you are having trouble finding the perfect veil or headpiece for your wedding gown, then perhaps the link below might be able to help you get that perfect look, check it out when you get some time.

http://www.veilshop.com/

Scratch Resistance

Image via WikipediaFound an interesting web link on wedding bands. What caught my eye is the link below sells scratch resistant bands. Great idea for anyone marrying someone who is concerned about messing up the ring because of the type of job they have.



http://www.weddingrings.com/catalog.cfm?grouping_id=7&category_id=7

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