Jennifer Washington's 50th Surprise Birthday!

During a busy October weekend in Downtown Wilmington, we hosted Jennifer Washington's 50th Birthday party at The RiverRoom. Her sweet husband, Michael, organized the whole event and it was a complete surprise to Jennifer!

Fifty of Jennifer's friends and family gathered to surprise her on Saturday, October 26th. Jennifer walked into The RiverRoom completely surprised

Check out this Instagram video of Jennifer walking into her surprise party!

The room was adorned with brown and hot pink linens provided by Etc. Party Rentals. Danielle of A Thyme Savor did all of the planning for this event, including arranging rentals, providing the food, bar and staff and even designed the flower centerpieces. The centerpieces atop the tables were simple roses and balloons completing the party look for the room!

The Cake Lady brought a beautiful cake with a silver "50" ornament on top. The two-tiered cake was chocolate with raspberries!

DJ Sammy Figgs with DJ Professionals provided upbeat and energetic music throughout the night and got the guests up and dancing right after the birthday toast!

Everyone on the dance floor for "The Wobble"

The guests enjoyed a carving station including ham and beef tenderloin, shrimp cocktail, mashed potatoes and a beautiful appetizer display during cocktail hour.  Thyme Savor also served the large variety of beer and wine to the guests. Thyme Savor also provided all of the staff, who is always super professional and efficient!

The hanging edison lights were provided by The Audio Visual People. Michael also rented some pink par uplighting and waterfall effect lights to really set the mood!

AbeL - Custom Lounge & Specialty Rentals provided the white couch, perfectly matching brown pillows, lamp and wooden tables! This lounge area was perfect for family members to sit back, relax and catch up on past times.

Happy 50th Jennifer!!! We wish you 50 more fabulous years! Thank you to all of those who attended Jennifer's party and traveled a long distance to be here! It was an unforgettable event!

Review from Michael about his wife's event:

"Melissa, first of all let me thank you and the entire RiverRoom staff for your efforts. As per the blog Jennifer was completely blown away!!! As she has stated over and over again this weekend “this has been the best birthday ever”! All of our guest had a fantastic time and were very impressed with the intimacy of the venue and the beautiful backdrop of the Cape Fear River. What I initially thought would be a negative (the Triathlon) turned into additional juice to amp up the spirit of the evening.

Thanks so much for your responsiveness and attention to details that made this come together. Rest assured that any future functions that we have here will be at The RiverRoom!!! We will do reviews as this was certainly a night to remember."