A. This is our Family business name. (since 1972) Palm Springs Wedding Chapel
My staff and I perform weddings services personally for each couple. click here
Penny will co-ordinate and type and size of wedding you need.
If your needs require something we do not provide we will be happy to assist
in obtaining that service for you.
Q. How do we reserve our time for our wedding date?
A. Telephone Reservations are all that is needed. Just call the number
Year round. 760-328-0042
Know what Wedding date and time you desire, the location and package. click here
We perform weddings in Palm Springs Winter Month Only October - May.
Q. Can We E-mail Our request for reservations?
A. Only if you live out of the USA will I confirm a time via e-mail.
Then you need to call reaffirm your time as soon as you arrive here in the States.
Q. How far in advance should we reserve our time?
A. Appointments on weekends fill up fast.....So if you have an exact time you wish
call and get it on our books as soon as you have made your decision.
Many times we can arrange a service within 24 hours or same day depending.
Q. Is a deposit Required to reserve our time?
A. Weddings booked more than 3 weeks in advance require $100.00 or 30% deposit >.
Book your date over the phone, your date and time will be reserved for you
for 7 days. Then mail your check to hold your time. Make check payable to:
Penny Goggans (put your date & time on memo)
mailing address:
Palm Springs Mailing only Address : (not wedding location)
89 Bing Crosby Road, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270.
Be sure and put your name and wedding date on your check.
(book with me before you send your check. your cancelled check is confirmation)
This deposit is non-refundable.
Q. How and When do we pay for the services?
A. Payment in full must be made the day of your wedding in cash (the green stuff).
All Checks must be received 21 days prior to wedding.
We do not take checks on site the day of your wedding.
Q. How much time are we allowed?
A. Each package is different. Included in your package price is allotted enough
time for us to serve you, ceremony, photography, video & paper work.
Ask at the time you make reservations about your package time
also this will help you to plan for your reception, dinner or party time.
Q. What time do we arrive if our wedding is at 2:00pm?
A. Your time is 2:00pm (not 2:15) 5 to 10 minutes before your time is good. Tell your
guest that the ceremony will begin on time. Allow for traffic and distance of your
drive and the time of day makes a big difference in car traffic.
We are now charging late fees of $80.00 per 1/2 hour or any portion there of.
Q. What if we want more Time or we are Late? Late! see above.
A. Wedding times are set according to Locations and Packages for that day.
My staff and I are there to serve each and every Bride and Groom in a
relaxed environment. We do not want a "stand in line or take a number" atmosphere.
If you feel you need more time or you are late there is an extra charge.
If available Extra Blocks of Time are: 30 Minutes $80.00 to $300.00
Q. Should We have Flowers for our parents?
A. Yes! If you have flowers and your parents are present. You may add to your package.
Q. Are Chairs provided?
A. NO....
Q. We have Children. Are They included in the Ceremony?
A. Yes, talk to us about this, we are more than happy to include
"The Kids" as this is important for them to feel apart of your new lives together.
You may even give a token of jewelry when you exchange your rings.
Q. Is a Tip necessary?
A. While a graturity is always appreciated by us ..... it is not necessary.
Only on the Penny Affair package will taxable gratuity be added automatically.
Q. Where Do we get Dressed?
A. The Locations shown are public locations, there are no dressing rooms.
Most come dressed. There are public rest rooms (if this is what you want?)
When coming from your hotel....book enough time for check-in time and
dressing time, relaxing etc., before you consider you wedding time.
Q. What do we need?
A. Each other! :) Your Marriage License. OH YES! Cash if your not pre-paid.
Q. Where do we Purchase our Marriage License?
A. You both must go together Click Here to find a County Clerk Recorders Office near you.
Q. When do we get the License?
A. With in 90 days of your marriage date from any County Clerks office ask for the
County Cerks office most convienant to you in the State of California and bring the license to us.
I will file all original marriage license with in 4 days in the county it was issued in.
Q. Can we Just Show Up?
A. No! Everything is by Appointment Only. However many times we can work out
a time within a couple of hours or the next day.
Q. Are there any hidden or extra Charges?
A. No hidden but.... There is 7.75% CA state tax on Tangibles.
If you would like written confirmation on Wedding Reservation other than your canceled check and my word by phone.
AND I WILL REPLY...hopefully within a few days. 1-01-08
All other Questions please call me I am not good at Corresponding with E-mail
760-328-0042
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