Who We Are

At Bread and Blossom Events we are thrilled to channel our expertise into helping couples bring their wedding day dreams to life. We thrive on the energy of planning events and are always dreaming up the next big party. We believe every detail matters and every celebration should feel as unique as the love story behind it. Serving Maine, and greater New England area.

Owner, Executive Planner, Sourdough Enthusiast

Hi, I’m Sonya, the founder of Bread and Blossom Events, LLC and Bread and Blossom, LLC, an event planning and sourdough business I started in 2020.

My love affair with weddings and events started early—like, age 13 early, when I planned my own bat mitzvah and realized I might be a little obsessed with hospitality and weddings. I started planning my own wedding at 14 years old. Fast forward 15+ years, and that spark has turned into a full-blown career where I’ve worn just about every hat in the industry.

I spent six years with the luxury hotel brand Four Seasons, working across management, fine dining service, banquets, and bar. During college I had a Catering Sales Internship overseeing all weddings—at the Inverness Hotel. Along the way, I interned with Winston Flowers and Corinthian Events.

I’ve also spent a lot of time in the kitchen! I have my own sourdough bread business that I am still operating! I was also the Head Chef of Prepared Foods at Hank’s and a Bartender at Wayside Tavern—plus more catering gigs than I can count. If it exists in the wedding world, chances are I’ve done it.

I also hold a Business and Hospitality degree from the University of Denver, with a specialty in Food & Beverage and Events Management, and was honored with the 2017 Entrepreneurship Award for a farm-to-table restaurant business plan (still a dream, still delicious).

All of this experience means I don’t just plan events—I get them. From the big picture to the tiniest detail, I know what it takes to create celebrations that feel seamless, meaningful, and completely unforgettable.

What sets me aside from other planners is that I am passionate about all sides of hospitality. When I’m not in planning mode you can find me in the kitchen cooking up a storm for my next themed dinner party! Bread and Blossom is not just an event company I also operate a sourdough, sauces, and seeds business on the side! Find me at a Maine farmers market when I don’t have a wedding!

Sonya Raab

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Meet the Coordinators!

AKA your dream team

Sara Handspicker

Casey Shea Photography

Hi there, I'm Sara! I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Sonya through the 2025 wedding season and cannot wait to see the beautiful events 2026 has in store! With a passion for performance and a fervor for helping people, I combine these two gifts to create an environment which produces creativity, inspiration, and joy. I believe these three elements together have the power to create tangible magic, and that's exactly what I want you and your guests to feel on your wedding day!
My path to weddings has been winding, with a variety of stops along the way. I majored in Theater and Dance in college, so I know how to put on a good show and bring positive energy to the dance floor. While at school I worked with the events crew at our student center, working with set up, sound and lighting. I then took my theater and dance career south to Florida and worked for over five years at Walt Disney World, where I saw events from all sides: as a guide, as a guest, and as a performer in the middle of it all. Witnessing the incredible details that go into these world class, fully immersive events has set me up with an eye for detail, a knack for finding efficiency improvements, and a high standard of execution. Upon returning to Maine, I have become an Administrative Secretary for my "day job", so you know I have those details, schedules, and priority lists constantly running. Outside of the 9-5, I am the Performance Director for the immersive arts group, Portals of Portl&, and have also started hosting karaoke one night a week at my favorite karaoke spot in town! Karaoke hosting is all about curating a vibe for the people in your space, and setting a tone everyone feels comfortable and supported in so they can open up, let loose, and shine- another lovely parallel for what I want at your wedding!
Working with me should feel like a warm hug. I want you to feel like you have the support you need, you can relax into the moment, and feel the genuine joy I have for the privilege of being a witness to your love- with lots of fun along the way!

Bly Lauritano-Werner

Kat Miller Photo

Bly Lauritano-Werner is a wedding coordinator with a hospitality-driven approach and a focus on elevating meaningful moments. With a background in events, service leadership, and theater, Bly supports each wedding with thoughtful coordination and attention to flow, ensuring couples feel supported, heard, and free to fully enjoy their celebration.