Officiant: Ric Latendresse

Officiant: Ric Latendresse

Avila Beach with Janice-Dave The world of weddings has grown for the better with Ric Latendresse of Olive Tree Officiating. I bring reliability, maturity, intelligence and a sense of humor to your weddings, elopements and vow renewals. I am available for religious and non-religious ceremonies in any location. I am an experienced Officiant/Celebrant servicing weddings and elopements in the Central Coast, San Luis Obispo County, as far south as Santa Maria and as far north as San Simeon. Contact: ...

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Wedding Venue Review California Central Coast

Wedding Venue Review California Central Coast

It was right under my nose! I really can’t believe it. This little gem of a wedding venue was right under my nose. What a great wedding venue. You basically get your own TOWN for the ceremony and reception. Harmony Chapel is one of the best, established and up and coming wedding venues on the central coast. Here’s an old video about Harmony that includes some pictures of the various, potential venue spaces for your wedding. You’ll see some of the updates that have been done when you compare the video to the pictures below. The creamery venue is coming soon. It’s not all ready to go. The grounds have been updated. The chapel is fully functional and there are a couple of gift shops. The creamery restaurant isn’t quite ready for business but soon enough. It’s going to be well worth the wait. Contact: Ric...

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Central Coast Wedding Ryan and Elisa

Central Coast Wedding Ryan and Elisa

The Central Coast is replete with fantastic venues for weddings and elopements. Santa Margarita Ranch is one of those special places; though not on the water, it’s close enough to the coast to be considered “central” to our wedding community. “Something historic, something modern:” that’s gotta be the tag line for Ryan and Elisa’s country-style wedding. Ryan and Elisa know how to pick a venue! Complete with rolling hills of golden grass, 100+ year old black oak trees, vintage farm house, and barn the Historic Santa Margarita Ranch couldn’t be more perfect for a country-style wedding. Modern amenities include, a grass oasis for ceremonies and cocktail hour, “bunk house” for changing and last minute touch ups, plenty of electricity, a semi-finished reception area and running water (which isn’t always the case at country venues in the Central Coast). Ryan and Elisa’s wedding was memorable for many reasons. The number one reason it was so great was because of their families. What a bunch of wonderful people! Down to earth, laid back and supporting in every way. The Rager’s wedding was a reminder of all the best reasons people get married: uniting families, the joy of life, the pleasure of good friends, and the love of two people who have found each other in a world of strangers. They also included vows they wrote themselves and a sand ceremony. Their wedding was also a reminder of quick thinking and ingenuity. Elisa and Ryan awoke to hurricane Matthew. Most people on the west coast haven’t probably thought much about it. However, when your bouquet is being shipped from Florida, hurricanes aren’t typically helpful. That’s right: no flowers! Those YouTube videos went a long way to make for some beautiful boutonnieres and a bridal bouquets. All the best to Ryan and Elisa and their families in this new phase of life. It was our pleasure to be present. This event was made possible by the following vendors: Kramer Events – planning, coordinating, photography, and sound Contact: ...

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Wedding Officiants On The CA Central Coast

Wedding Officiants On The CA Central Coast

Olive Tree Officiant, Reverend Ric Latendresse. As a Wedding Officiant and Celebrant of Olive Tree Officiating for many years, I have performed countless weddings, elopements, and directed rehearsals which ensure that my clients receive the highest level of service.  Priding myself on friendliness, joviality, and professionalism, I am confident and capable of rolling with the punches and solving any roadblocks to my client’s ultimate satisfaction. Traveling the CA Central Coast and beyond I love performing weddings and attending to the needs of each couple. Every ceremony is custom written to suit their individualized needs, wishes, and desires of the wedding couple, for a perfect wedding ceremony. Featured Photo By,  Tim Latendresse Contact Olive Tree Officiating today to book...

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Beach Wedding with Bob and Julie

Beach Wedding with Bob and Julie

 A wedding on the coast is the best! Bob and Julie had one of the best we’ve been a part of and there are reasons for calling it, “the best.”    Wedding at High Noon. A noon beach wedding may be difficult to achieve during some parts of the year. In the Central Coast they’re pretty easy to make happen. Bob and Julie got a perfect morning, light wind and an idyllic setting on the bluffs at Montana de Ora State Park. They were smart, they scouted the spot ahead of time. Wedding Preparation. Beach wedding preparation with Bob and Julie was easy. They knew what they wanted and we got it done. Their enthusiasm and attention to detail made the planning process easy and fun. I wish them both the very best. Featured Photo: Cassie Cano Contact: ...

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Cambria CA Weddings

Cambria CA Weddings

California’s Central Coast isn’t in short supply of epic venues for a wedding. San Luis Obispo County is filled with amazing spots for elopements and weddings. Ever heard of Cambria or The Cambria Pines Lodge? Didn’t think so. Many people learn about Cambria because their families vacationed to a little beach house when they were kids. Others learn about it driving north on the Hwy 1 to Big Sur, Monterey or San Francisco. Few people call Cambria, “home.” In fact, only about 6,000 people call Cambria, “home.” Cambria provides many “secret spots” for weddings, elopements and vow renewals. Fatima and Matthew call the Central Coast home. They are some of the lucky few that get to live in this beautiful place filled with fun things to do. Their entire family has made it home so it makes perfect sense for them to get married here. No need for a destination wedding. Contact: ...

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