Upcoming St. Louis Events

Mind Your Manners… An Evening of Dining, Dancing, & Dressing to Impress
Mind your manners… but don’t forget to have a little fun!
Join WIPA St. Louis on Wednesday, November 11th at 6:00PM for an elevated evening where timeless etiquette meets modern hospitality. This is an immersive etiquette dinner (with delectable dishes from The Social Affair!) and celebration (with a dance party curated by FatPocket!) designed to bring our wedding community together around the art of gathering well—from the way we welcome guests to the way we navigate the table, conversation, and celebration.
Throughout an interactive four-course seated dinner, special guest speaker & etiquette guru Adonica Coleman, owner of A2D Events and The Como 411, as well as host of The Daily Blend in Columbia, Missouri, will guide us through an engaging etiquette experience that goes beyond knowing which fork to use. Expect thoughtful conversation, practical takeaways and plenty of personality along the way!
And this one is worth sharing. Attendees are encouraged to add a ticket for a plus-one, significant other, friend or favorite dinner companion to join in on this experience & celebration!
Each individual ticket includes the full evening experience: A cozy cocktail hour with appetizers, delicious four-course seated dinner from The Social Affair, premium open bar for the whole evening, a fun interactive etiquette program, and post-dinner dancing celebration with FatPocket!
Presented with the support of an incredible group of event partners: Westwind Hills, The Social Affair, The Youngs, FatPocket, Belli Fiori, BBJ LaTavola, JED Transportation, Premier Party Rentals, Courtney Winet Designs, Daniel Diringer Cellist and more talented partners to be announced!
A little polish, a little play and one very good party!
Venue:
Westwind Hills | 1641 Hwy OO, Pacific, MO 63069
Registration:
Registration (September 24 – November 3): Member $165, Non-Member: $225
After Hours: STL Party of the Year
Can’t make it to dinner? The party is just getting started!
You asked, and we listened! After Hours tickets are officially LIVE, and you’re invited to join us for the best part of the night!
Skip the formalities and meet us on the dance floor as we close out the year with a celebration worth staying up for. With live music from Fat Pocket, great company, and a room full of your favorite industry friends, this is one party you won’t want to miss.
Mind your manners at dinner, but leave them at the door when the dancing begins!
It’s our turn to celebrate. See you on the dance floor!
DETAILS:
Venue: Westwind Hills | 1641 Hwy OO, Pacific, MO 63069
Time: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | 8:30 – 10:30 PM
Dress: Party Attire
REGISTRATION:
Members: $50
Non-Members: $75

St. Louis Board Of Directors
We are excited to welcome our WIPA St. Louis Chapter Board of Directors. These Directors are esteemed professionals whose passion for our industry is evident in the work they produce. Their presence in St. Louis will allow the growth of WIPA so we can continue to bring new standards, education and sense of community to all wedding professionals.

PRESIDENT
Lauren Zigman Eastman
LZ Event Co

VICE PRESIDENT
Trent Broglin
Trent Broglin Photography

TREASURER
LaRonn Simmons
Affluent Taste Entertainment

SECRETARY
Shonna Gainey
Kate and Co

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
N/A

DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP
Merinda Allen
Merinda Allen Films

DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP RETENTION
Alexandra Schmidt
Luna and Co Events

DIRECTOR OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING
Tanisha Clay (Watkins)
Photography by Tanisha Watkins

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
Alex Young
The Youngs Photo + Film

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS
Maureen FitzGibbon
Maureen Renée Events

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATION
Adara Jade Crawford
Adara Jade Photography

DIRECTOR OF SPONSORSHIP
Kelly Spencer
The Social Affair

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Lyndsay O’Neil
Cake House

DIRECTOR AT LARGE: PROGRAMS
Frances (Frannie) Gefke
Jill Perez Events
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