Happy Engagement Season! Did you know that most engagements happen between Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day! So let’s get started planning. To see to check my availability for 2014 or 2015, and schedule a no-obligation meeting, you can fill out a contact form; email me at thisjoyous@gmail.com, or call/text 848-333-9948.

Peace, Love and Be Married

Andrea Purtell, Your Local Jersey Shore Wedding Officiant

Congratulations couples! I am so happy that this day has finally come to New Jersey!
As you apply for your Marriage License the Municipal Clerk will need the name and address of the person performing your ceremony. This means you need to secure an Officiant first.
I am available for short notice.
Please consider my services. I would be honored to officiate your ceremony.
I have had the honor of officiating many Civil Unions and now am thrilled to put that behind us as we move forward with equality for all!
Take a look at my packages and prices.
Peace, Love and Be Married!
Andrea Purtell, Your Local Jersey Shore Wedding Officiant
thisjoyous@gmail.com
call/text848-333-9948

Now is the time to book your officiant for your winter wedding. I am scheduling no obligation meetings all month long. To meet with me and discuss your ceremony details call/text 848-333-9948, or email me at thisjoyous@gmail.com.

If you are still looking for a venue and need suggestions, I have a lot. There are many great winter venues here at The Jersey Shore. We have venues with beautiful beach views as well as romantic restaurants and party rooms with fire places. Contact me for more information.

Elopements are year around too! Many couples like to put on their winter finest and get married at the beautiful Spring Lake park in the evening with their bridal bridge lite up and the Christmas tree in the gazebo, its magical and romantic. Yes! I will go to the beach is that’s your thing too!

Peace, Love and Be Married!

Andrea Purtell, Your Local Jersey Shore Wedding Officiant

For This Joyous Occasion Officiating Services and Seaside Ceremonies
thisjoyous@gmail.com
call/text-848-333-9948

Hurricane Sandy summer update:

It is true the Jersey Shore is “stronger than the storm”

Most venues and restaurants are open. Venues with their own private beaches are open as well.

I have had many inquiries from couples who were hopeful to hold their ceremonies on the beaches of Bay Head, Mantoloking or Lavallette.  I check frequently and at this time these beaches are under construction. While some, like Bay Head and Lavallette are allowing people on their beaches, even selling summer beach badges. They are discouraging holding your wedding ceremony there. They are not allowing chairs to be set up yet. They ask that everyone please understand the rebuilding of the roads, houses, stairs walkways etc. is ongoing. They cannot predict which beach entrance will be open on what day. You may experience trouble parking as there are many construction vehicles all up and down the road.   

If you would like to hold a simple elopement on the beach in Bay Head and don’t mind showing up and finding construction going on I would be happy to accommodate you.

If you are having something more than an elopement, I recommend the beaches of Spring Lake. They currently do not require a permit or charge (this could change this summer). They do NOT allow chairs to be set up.

There are many beaches and gazebos that do allow chairs however most require a permit and charge a minimal fee. This is easy to obtain, see the list below for numbers.

Please always call the town yourself for the latest information. It is your responsibility to know the rules yourself, and in this post Sandy summer they can be different than last summer.

If you would like me to officiate your ceremony, I must respectfully follow the rules of the town.  While I understand you may have had a vision for your wedding, and this includes a certain beach, and you may want to “chance” it by setting up chairs or going on a beach that is still restricted due to the storm. Please understand that as a local business woman, as well as a resident, I will not put myself in this uncomfortable (and illegal) position

The best advice that I can give is to keep a positive attitude, sense of humor, and understanding. Make the best of the situation.  With the right attitude your wedding will be beautiful no matter where it is held ~Your love is stronger than the storm~!

Peace Love and Be Married,

Andrea Purtell, Your Local Jersey Shore Wedding Officiant

This list is Pre-Hurricane Sandy. I provided numbers for you to call to get the latest information. Phases of construction can change weekly and therefor access can change. Call ahead!

Beach rules as they are now. I strongly advise that you call ahead to get the most current information.  It could change at any time!  You should also make sure that another event such as a fishing or surfing contest, boat races, or something else, is not being held on the same beach, the same day, that you are planning your ceremony.

If you are from Out of State, be sure that you understand the rules of your marriage/civil union license and where it is valid. In the event that you have to move your ceremony to another location due to inclement weather, you must make sure that your license is also valid in that town.

Beach rules- No alcohol. No food. No tents. If you use rose petals they must be real (otherwise it’s littering) No arches-they blow away-other decorations are usually fine. Many beaches or parks do not allow chairs to be set up. You must check with the town to verify their rules. If you book with me I offer tiki torches and a star fish aisle. Some beaches have restricted areas for nesting turtles-Observe all rules. Stay off of dunes. Leave the beach nicer than when you found it!

Bay Head- Hit hard by storm and currently under construction! They plan on opening up some time this summer exact date unknown always call ahead!!! Usual rules are: Between Memorial Day and Labor Day beaches are free before 10:00 am and after 5:30 pm. Off season any time. They allow chairs. If the group will be larger than 50 as a courtesy I call BHIA and the Police department with my info. BHIA (Bay Head Improvement Association) 732-892-4179

Mantoloking - Between Memorial Day and Labor Day beaches are free before 10:00 am and after 5:30 pm. Off season any time. They allow chairs. 732-899-6600, extension 100

Spring Lake- Between Memorial Day and Labor Day beaches are free before 10:00 am and after 5:30 pm Off season any time. Spring Lake also has some gazebos on the boardwalk with benches in them that are free to use-first come first serve. No chairs allowed to be set up. (732) 449-0800 ext. 615

Seaside Heights- Between Memorial Day and Labor Day beaches are free before 10:00 am and after 5:30 pm. Off season any time. You Must Call the town for permissions; Telephone: 732-793-9100 they will let the boardwalk workers know.

Lavallette- For beach use you must ask permission in writing/email deputyclerk@lavalette.org    include name and address, date, time, number of guests, which street/beach you want to use. They present it at the council meeting, so you need to plan ahead. It is free to use. However the gazebo on the bay side is not free. You may reserve its use for a minimal fee. This is a beautiful spot for a sunset ceremony. 732-793-7477 Option # 8

Manasquan-- Between Memorial Day and Labor Day beaches are free before 10:00 am and after 5:30 pm. Off season any time. No chairs. 732 223-0544 ext. 235

Sea Girt- Little gazebo on the boardwalk is free to use. It is public access, first come first serve. The beach is not. You must apply for a permit and there is a minimal fee (last I heard was $50. But they do allow chairs to be set up) (732) 449-9433 Ext 111

Belmar- Some beaches like 9th Ave (others I am not sure of) are free. You must call the town for permission, they may have started to charge a minimal fee) they allow chairs to be set up. 732-681-3700 ext. 231.

Windward Beach Park- Brick, NJ- Pier is free. It is public access, first come first serve. Beach front and 2 very nice gazebos require a permit and fee. They allow chairs and Tents. 732-262-1001 ask for recreation department.

Point Pleasant Beach- All beaches are privately owned. Jenkinson’s, Martell’s, and White Sands have beach wedding packages you may book with them. There are some beach front houses that have access. If you rent the house you may use the beach for your ceremony. Check with Ward Reality - or other local realtors. Risdens Beach will not allow wedding ceremonies.

Many beach neighborhoods, especially in the Brick barrier island communities, have their own club house with beach fronts that can rented out. (Normandy, Chadwick and neighborhoods along Princeton Ave)–Call the town you are interested in and ask for a list.

Long Branch, Sea Bright and many other beaches require permits and insurance. This requires a 1 day rider on your home owner’s policy. Call each town for exact info.

Are you planning your wedding, civil union, vow renewal or baby blessing?
I am currently scheduling meetings in my Point Pleasant Beach office. To make an appointment, email me at thisjoyous@gmail.com or call/text 848-333-9948.
I officiate memorial services, house blessings, and business blessings, and am a Notary Public for the State of New Jersey as well.
I am currently running 2 specials! I have a special price to officiate your ceremony at the beautiful One Atlantic in Atlantic City (includes my standard package, add on ceremony, plus travel/parking) I also have a very special price for local elopements see my New Jersey Elopements website for details!
Peace Love and Be Married,
Andrea Purtell, Your Local Jersey Shore

Join me at The Jewelry Joint in Point Pleasant Beach on Saturday April 27 and Sunday April 28 from 3-7 for a Special Occasion’s Expo Weekend.

The Jewelry Joint specializing in hand made jewelry ~ with a special bridal section!

Also in attendance will be Bridal Music by Flora Duo, Salon O, Gerrie’s Sweet Boutique showcasing her sugar cake toppers, Timeless Beauty Cosmetics, Something Floral Designs, Cake Decorator, Sunshine Kate’s wholesome treats and more local merchants!

This is also the perfect expo for Proms. Students bring your school ID and receive 10% off your purchase!

There is one hour parking on both sides of route 35 as well as 2 free municipal lots. One located on the west side of Arnold Ave as well as a large lot behind Ocean County Music/Bordens.

Light refreshments will be served and goodie bags.

Just drop in and see us or, If you would like to make an appointment to sit with me at my table and discuss my services call/text 848-333-9948 email me at thisjoyous@gmail.com

I look forward to seeing then!

Peace, Love and Be Married!
Andrea Purtell, Your Local Jersey Shore Wedding Officiant

This weekend is meeting and planning weekend.

If you are interested in my officiating services for your wedding, civil union, vow renewal or baby blessing and would like a no-obligation meeting with me, Come see me on Sunday April 7, 2013 at The Turnstile Coffee House -1607 Route 71 Belmar, NJ. I have openings before 10:30 am or after 12:30 pm.

Email me thisjoyous@gmail.com or call/text 848-333-9948 to set up a time.

Peace, Love and Be Married!
Andrea Purtell, Your Local Jersey Shore Wedding Officiant

Are you planning your wedding ceremony, civil union, vow renewal or baby blessing?

I have meetings scheduled Friday March 29, 2013 at The Starbucks inside the Barnes and Noble, at 44 Brick Plaza, Brick NJ.

If you would like to have a no-obligation meeting with me, I have availability starting at noon. Email me at thisjoyous@gmail.com or call/text at 848-333-9948, to let me know you are coming. I would be happy to answer all your ceremony questions. I will have sample ceremonies, as well as information on my packages and prices.

I will also be meeting with couples on Saturday March 30, 2013 at The Turnstile Coffee House at 1607 Route 71, Belmar, NJ 07719. I have availability from 11 am to 1 pm

If you would like to have a no obligation meeting with me to discuss your ceremony and find out more about my packages, prices and read some sample ceremonies, I have meetings scheduled for Saturday March 23, 2013 at The Turnstile Coffee House located at 1607 Route 71 Belmar NJ. I still have availabilities from 11:30-1:00. Let me know you are coming so I am sure not to miss you! Email me at thisjoyous@gmail.com or call/text 848-333-9948