From National Wedding Month to National Celebrate Your Marriage Day, there's a whole calendar of holidays dedicated to love and marriage. Here's what's coming up and simple ways couples getting married in Polk County can celebrate each one.

Samantha, owner of SJ Events, didn't set out to become a wedding planner — but the moment she found herself planning her own 250-person wedding in less than three months, she knew she had found her calling. Originally from Upstate New York and raised in a big Latin family where every gathering felt like a celebration, Samantha brought that same warmth and heart to Central Florida when she made the move in 2018. Now, as the founder of SJ Events, she's building a planning business rooted in one simple belief: invest in your peace. In this edition of Behind the Veil, get to know the woman behind the timelines, the twins, and the big dream she's building one wedding at a time.

Dreaming of a Taylor Swift-inspired wedding? From romantic florals and fairytale details to glamorous midnight-inspired décor, couples can take inspiration from Taylor’s iconic eras to create a wedding that feels personal, magical, and completely unforgettable. Whether you love the dreamy romance of Lover, the vintage charm of Fearless, or the dramatic elegance of Midnights, there are endless ways to turn your favorite aesthetic into a celebration that tells your own love story.

From 'DIY weddings always save money' to assumptions about guest lists and timelines, wedding planning is full of myths that can lead couples astray. Here are 10 of the most common ones — and what's actually true for anyone planning a wedding in Polk County.