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A Unique Wedding by Darlene

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A Unique Wedding by Darlene
A Unique Wedding by Darlene
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Just married sign
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Wedding ceremony area
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Outdoor ceremony
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The vow
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About

Darlene is a State of Connecticut Justice of the Peace, ordained minister and Notary Public based out of Portland, Connecticut. Darlene has more than 34 years of experience and specializes in providing you with a unique ceremony that is delivered with flair. Whether you want something traditional or a ceremony that is completely out of the box, she will create an incredible ceremony tailored just for you resulting in an experience you and your guests will remember forever.

Note: (I am am appointed official from the State of Connecticut, not a business or wedding planner and take great pride in making sure your wedding ceremony is one of a kind)!

Services Offered
From single-religion, non-religious, or civil-union ceremonies to vow renewals, Darlene will craft a beautiful ceremony full of emotion and love that will make you day all the more special. Her ceremonies typically last less than 30 minutes, and she welcomes a range of faiths, including agnostic, Baptist, Lutheran, non-denominational, and Unitarian.

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  • Woman-owned

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union
Single Religion

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Baptist
Lutheran
No Denomination
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

CT

What languages do you speak?

English

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    Molly H. Married on 12/14/2019
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    Darlene is the best!!

    She is amazing! Easy to work with. The kindest person. Would recommend to anyone!!
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    Kristen M. Married on 07/19/2019
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    Darlene is amazing!

    My husband and I knew that finding the perfect officiant for our wedding would be a daunting task, but as soon as we met Darlene we knew she was the perfect choice! Darlene was professional, helpful, easy-going, and very passionate about what she does. She helped us plan our perfect ceremony that was tailored to us as a couple. Our ceremony was moving, beautiful, and unique thanks to Darlene! So many of our guests came up to use during/after the wedding to tell us how amazing Darlene was and what an excellent job she did. We loved how Darlene had us pause and face our friends and family before our recessional to really take in everything and appreciate all the love surrounding us—it was very touching not only for me and my husband but for all of our guests as well. Darlene also framed her speech about us from the ceremony and gave it to us as a wedding gift which was so touching! I highly recommend Darlene Rice--having her as your wedding officiant will be one of the best decisions you make during the planning process!
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    Abigail C. Married on 11/18/2018
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    Perfect officiant for a perfect wedding

    Darlene communicated with us throughout the entire process and created a unique ceremony for us! She was personable and made our day easy and without stress! Everything went so smoothly and we highly recommend her for your special day! She is thoughtful and caring and will make your day personable and unique to you! Thank you Darlene for all you have done for us!
    -The Carnes

    A Unique Wedding by Darlene's reply:

    Abby, your wedding ceremony was so much fun! Loved the cutting of the braided bracelets in exchange for the rings of promise. Best wishes to you both and thank you for the honor! Darlene
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Awards

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  • WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
  • WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
  • WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
  • WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

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Jeff Ladd DJ Plus Jeff Ladd DJ Plus Wedding DJs

I've worked with so many ceremony officiants over the years but Darlene Rice of A Unique Wedding by Darlene is by far one of the very few that are at the top of the list! She has that genuine warm, friendly and engaging personality that make her stand out as a consummate professional. Her ability to make the Bride, Groom and all the guests feel so comfortable is a rare gift and should never be under estimated! I've witnessed a number of Darlene's ceremonies and they are not the "cookie cutter" type we've all been to. She tailors the ceremony to fit the couples wishes, always personal and makes sure she puts their stamp on it. A Unique Wedding by Darlene is a perfect title for her! She's absolutely great at what she does and truly a pleasure to work with!!

Dave Gasior Photography Dave Gasior Photography Wedding Photographers

Darlene is easy to work with and will make sure your wedding day goes according to plan. Darlene is experienced, professional, creative and affordable. She took time to listen to our story and will incorporate it into the ceremony while providing ideas for things we didn't even think about. Highly recommend her.

Garret Ward Photography Garret Ward Photography Wedding Photographers

I've had the pleasure of working with Darlene on a number of occasions. She is a true professional! I can't wait to capture another Unique wedding!

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5 Russell Avenue Portland, CT, 06480
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