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Non-profit events

Michaels Entertainment Brings Smiles to Special Olympics

As a preferred wedding DJ at premier Shepherds Hollow in Clarkston, MI, Michaels Entertainment was honored to be part of the recent Special Olympics golf tournament. The team provided DJ and videography services and brought smiles to Special Olympic golfers.

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Wedding Tips

How to Plan a Stress-Free Wedding Reception Playlist

Curating a wedding reception playlist is a big deal. After all, it’s the soundtrack for your special day. Fortunately, Michael’s Entertainment has some tips to help you prepare without a sweat! Arrange the Music to Match Your Reception Timeline The

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Wedding Tips

Mistakes To Avoid When Booking a Videographer

Organizing a corporate event? No doubt hiring a videographer to expertly document the occasion is a must! Capturing the essence of your event can help you relive the memories or promote it to attendees and partners for future events. However,

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Entertainment Advice

7 Reasons To Hire a DJ for Your Business Event

If you’re putting on a corporate event, two of the most important things you must consider are the music and entertainment. Below, we explain the many reasons you should hire a DJ for your business event, from their professionalism and

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Wedding Tips

4 Ways To Make Your Wedding Unforgettable

Putting together a wedding is as much about entertaining guests as it is about celebrating the matrimony of the happy couple. Everyone wants their wedding to be memorable, but how do you make yours stand out? We have some ways

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Videography and photography advice

How To Hire the Right Wedding Videographer

The wedding video is one of the most critical aspects of a wedding. It allows the couple and their guests to relive that day for the rest of their lives. But hiring the right wedding videographer is easier said than

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A bride and groom share a magical moment, dancing together amid dramatic lighting and smoke effects—a scene that captures the joy of picking your first wedding dance song. The bride stuns in white, while the groom sports a dark suit and white boutonniere.
Entertainment Advice

5 Tips for Picking Your First Dance Song

The first song is one of the biggest decisions a wedding couple must make for the reception. Many couples stress over the decision for weeks or months before the big day. If you’re struggling to pick your first dance song,

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Wedding Tips

4 Tips for Getting Hitched Without a Hitch

A wedding is one of the best and most important days of a person’s life, but planning a wedding can be one of the most excruciating and tiresome things a person does. Get hitched without a hitch by remembering our

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Wedding Tips

Why Video Production Is a Must for Business Events

Video production is a must if you’re hosting a major business event, whether it’s a fundraiser, convention, or just an office holiday party. We explain the benefits of quality, professional videography services and how they can help your company below!

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Wedding Tips

How To Plan an Outdoor Wedding in Michigan

Outdoor weddings in Michigan can be exceptionally beautiful and fun for everyone. However, they take more planning and consideration than many realize. Below, we offer some helpful tips on how to plan an outdoor wedding in Michigan, from having a

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Entertainment Advice

4 Fun Ways To Keep Your Wedding Guests Entertained

Many couples and wedding planners worry about having enough entertainment for all the guests, besides music and a dance floor. If you’re looking for fun ways to entertain your wedding guests, we have some helpful ideas below! Lawn Game Olympics

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Entertainment Advice

5 Signs You Hired the Right DJ for Your Wedding

Finding a quality wedding DJ can be a challenge with so many options—how can you be sure you’ve made the right choice? Below, we discuss the clear signs you’ve hired the right DJ for your wedding. They Come Recommended Often,

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Videography and photography advice

3 Reasons To Book Your Wedding Videographer Early

There’s plenty to worry about when planning a wedding—from the venue to the entertainment and catering and plenty more. But what planners can’t forget about is booking a videographer. Below, we’ll explain the reasons why you should book your wedding

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Wedding Tips

How To Have a Comfortable Summer Wedding

Summer is wedding season for many in Michigan, but as every Michigander knows, our summers can feature some especially hot days. If you’re having an outdoor summer wedding, we have some helpful tips to have you and your guests stay

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Entertainment Advice

Event MC: Best Practices 101

You’ve been asked to emcee a wedding and you’re not sure where to start. You’re not alone. The job can seem massive and mysterious until you’ve acted as an event MC at least once. Not to worry, with some research

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Entertainment Advice

Why “DJ Services Near Me” Won’t Cut It When You Are Searching for a Local DJ

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Videography and photography advice

Why Wedding Videography Is Vital to Your Special Day

Flowers, check. Cake, check. Photos, check. Video…is it important? The costs of a wedding day add up quickly and many couples may waver on wedding videography packages. Looking to save money, they might decide to skip the video and just

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A bride and groom share their first dance in an ornate ballroom with chandeliers and gold accents—a perfect example of the elegance found at top Michigan wedding venues. Guests watch from tables, while a flower-adorned tiered wedding cake is visible in the foreground.
Entertainment Advice

Best First Dance Songs for Your Wedding

Your first dance sets the mood for your reception.  As you piece together a vision for your wedding, you likely have a few ‘must-have’ moments in mind. For many couples, these include details around both the ceremony and the reception.

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