Best Man
Winter 2016 / 2017
� Coordinates the groomsmen and ushers ’ gift to the groom .
� Organizes the bachelor party for the groom , if there is one .
� Makes sure that the groom ’ s wedding-related payments are prepared ; delivers prearranged payments to officiants , assistants , musicians , and singers at the ceremony .
� Sees that the groomsmen and ushers arrive on time and are properly attired .
� Instructs the ushers in the correct seating of guests .
� Keeps the bride ’ s wedding ring during the ceremony .
� Witnesses the signing of the marriage certificate .
� Drives the bride and groom to the reception if there is no hired driver ; has the car ready for the couple to leave after the reception and may drive them to their next destination .
� Offers a toast to the bride and groom at the reception ; dances with the bride , the mothers , the maid of honor , and other single female guests .
� Gathers and takes care of the groom ’ s wedding clothes ( returning rental items on the next business day ). Groomsmen and Ushers
� Attend the bachelor party , if there is one .
� Contribute to the ushers ’ gift to the groom .
� Lay the aisle runner , if one is used , before the processional .
� Greet guests and escort them to their seats .
� Know the seating order ; review special seating arrangements prior to the ceremony .
� Hand each guest a program , if programs are provided .
� Remove pew ribbons , close windows , re-roll the aisle runner , and retrieve any programs or articles left behind after the ceremony .
� Help guests who need directions to the reception site .
� Be on hand to assist any guests who are disabled .
� Dance with the bride , the mothers , the bridesmaids , and other single female guests .
� Coordinate the return of rental clothing with the head usher or best man .
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