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Features 24 | IN FULL BLOOM The latest designs in wedding flowers are making a big statement.

30 | AISLE STYLE Beautiful gown trends as seen on Cincinnati brides.

34 | BON APPÉTIT Couples can share their foodie obsessions with guests at the reception.

Bridal Buzz 10 | INSIDER Favors to remember, the serial groomsman, and Spruce Nail Shop.

12 | ASK THE EXPERT Judi Sturwold of Premier Park Events.

14 | STYLE Non-traditional shoes to rock down the aisle.

16 | SPOTLIGHT Get creative with your escort card display.

18 | TREND REPORT How to save when you plan your reception.

20 | MS. MARRIED LADY Your pressing etiquette questions.

LOCAL LOVE

Take inspiration from the 17 beautiful local wedding stories featured in this issue as you envision and plan your perfect big day.

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The Guide 70 | VENUES We spotlight Great American Ball Park and Paul Brown Stadium.

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The Finishing Touch 80 | Get a glimpse of some throwback local wedding photos.

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22 | TRAVEL A local couple’s New Zealand adventure.

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Real weddings featuring local couples and venues.

TRENDING NOW Our “Aisle Style” feature (page 30) profiles the latest trends in gowns and attire—all on local brides.

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FAVORS TO REMEMBER P. 10

BOOK A CINCINNATI PARK P.12

ALL ABOUT THE ESCORT CARDS P. 16

SCHEDULE TO SAVE P. 18

HAPPY FEET If you’re the bride who plans to skip the ivory satin heels and have some fun with your wedding footwear, check out the cool shoe options in Style (page 14), like these Kate Spade New York Champion Glitter sneakers from Keds. $85, keds.com

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Favors to Savor FORGET MONOGRAMMED KOOZIES. INSTEAD, GIFT YOUR WEDDING GUESTS AN EXPERIENCE THEY WON’T SOON FORGET. — B A I H L E Y G E N T R Y

ADVICE

5 TIPS FROM A SERIAL GROOMSMAN Over the past 18 months, I’ve attended 12 weddings (three as a groomsman) and five bachelor parties. (Yes, I nearly wept over a recent credit card bill.) Through those experiences, I’ve discovered certain dos and don’ts about the art of groomsman-ing.

DO escape Cincinnati.

Chicago, Nashville, or a random lake house should suffice, and getaway destinations—I’ve done Austin and Miami—can be delightful outings with the right mix.

DON’T wing it. That goes for planning the bachelor party—especially with a large group, though don’t confuse organization with autocracy—and prepping the best man speech.

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APPINESS EXPERTS SAY IT’S EXPERIENCES, NOT MATERIAL GOODS, THAT are the most memorable and make us feel the most fulfilled. Lately, more newlywed couples are taking this to heart, eschewing traditional wedding favors in, well, favor of more cool experiences at the reception.

How to do it? Utilizing your venue is always a great option: “[We got married at the Cincinnati Observatory] and instead of giving guests something to take home, we had a telescope open for guests to look at the stars and moon,” says Kara Gebhart Uhl. You also can’t go wrong with goodies: “We did a s’mores bar with take-home s’mores kits,” says Jessica Godby.

No matter what you “gift” your guests—samples of specialty beers or wines at a brewery or vineyard venue; a build-your-own-appetizer spread; a copy of your DJ’s wedding playlist—the key is to keep it personal. Some of our local favorites? Streetpops allows you to create custom flavors (think: first-date cocktail-themed pops), and Urbana Café’s skyblue Vespa APE—a coffee-roaster on wheels—will keep your guests well-caffeinated and promote Insta-worthy snaps at the reception.

DO cover the groom’s bachelor party expenses.

DON’T go too far over the line. Regret is a stinky cologne. Remember: It’s a bachelor party, not a hazing ritual with Otter, Boon, and Bluto.

DO casually monitor the groom’s mental state on the wedding day. Alcohol in small doses can be a satisfactory tonic for the nerves; too much booze equals a lifetime of mean mugs from the bride. — G R A N T F R E K I N G

Gather your girls for the ultimate pre-wedding pamper sesh at Spruce.

The airy, all-natural nail salon in Over-the-Rhine exclusively uses “5-free” polishes—those brands eliminating the five carcinogens commonly found in nail products—and goods that are eco-friendly, vegan, and cruelty-free. Whether you’re coming in for a standard mani/pedi, brow and lash tinting, or hair removal, all of Spruce’s offerings are good for you and the earth. — B . G .

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WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE FOR COUPLES WHO WANT AN OUTDOOR WEDDING? Outdoor venues

require an openness for modification and a strong production team who will plan accordingly for the most enjoyable experience should Mother Nature decide to join the celebration.

WHAT ARE SOME QUESTIONS COUPLES SHOULD ASK AN OUTDOOR VENUE? What

are all of my available options for the most enjoyable outdoor experience? If I choose to have my ceremony outdoors, can we produce with natural sound or do I need to bring in additional audio? When will the majority of gardens and foliage be in bloom? What are the specific outdoor requirements for the vendors I have selected? Should weather—unseasonably hot, cold, or inclement—occur, how proactive and willing are your event production specialists to execute a most favorable outcome?

WHAT ARE THE BEST PARK VENUES FOR COUPLES WHO WANT A GOOD BACKUP PLAN IN CASE OF RAIN? All of our venues have the

ability for additional tenting and accommodations, but the most desirable during

inclement weather are Ault Park Pavilion, French House, Krohn Conservatory, Theodore M. Berry Friendship Park Pavilion, The Gibson House, Alms Park Pavilion, Maple Ridge Lodge, and Oak Ridge Lodge.

WHICH VENUE IS THE MOST CHALLENGING FOR ENSURING A BACKUP PLAN FOR RAIN?

Even though the patio area of Mt. Echo Pavilion is typically tented for all event dining, due to its elevation, it can be our most challenging during severe high-wind weather occurrences.

HOW FAR IN ADVANCE DOES A COUPLE NEED TO BOOK A CINCINNATI PARK? Our most

popular venues (Ault Park Pavilion, French House, Alms Pavilion, and Krohn Conservatory) usually book a year to a year-anda-half out. All other venues book between eight months and one year out from the event date.

$1,400 Rental price for Theodore M. Berry International Friendship Park and Mt. Echo Pavilion, the two most affordable venues in the Premier Park Events portfolio

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WHAT ARE CREATIVE THINGS COUPLES CAN DO TO HELP GUESTS COPE WITH OUTDOOR ELEMENTS—LIKE HEAT, COLD, AND RAIN?

$3,600

Signature water bottles or glasses, specialty hot or chilled drinks, personal fans and tent fans, area misters, patio and tent heaters, and sun and rain umbrellas.

All-day Saturday rental price of French House, the most expensive venue in the Premier Park Events portfolio

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Escort cards are a must for logistical purposes, but couples are now taking them to a whole new level. We’ve seen salvaged windows, chalkboards, vintage-style frames, and flower walls transformed into beautiful displays that greet guests as they enter the reception. Bride Kelsey Clevenger loves the look of hand-lettering, so she wrote her seating assignments on the windowpane shown above, which she found in her mother-in-law’s garage. “Everything for our wedding was created by myself or a family member,” she says. “Of all of our decorations, the seating chart ended up being our favorite.” — A D D I E H O G A N FIRST IMPRESSION

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COUPLES ARE GETTING CREATIVE WITH ESCORT CARD DISPLAYS, SHOWING GUESTS TO THEIR SEATS WITH SOMETHING UNEXPECTED.

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PLANNING TO SAVE SLASH YOUR WEDDING BUDGET WITH THESE STRAIGHTFORWARD SCHEDULING TRICKS. — E L I Z A B E T H M I L L E R W O O D

ONCE UPON A TIME, COUPLES ONLY GOT MARRIED IN THE spring. On Saturdays. In the evening. These days? Not so much.

Savvy brides are realizing they can save serious cash by tying the knot during a less-traditional day, time, or season—say, a Friday evening in November or a Sunday brunch in March.

A Sunday brunch, for example, will save mucho moolah on food and drink. “Because waffles and egg concoctions are much more affordable

than surf and turf,” says Brigid Horne-Nestor of i-do Weddings & Events.

Even the bar tab—mimosas and Bloody Marys— will be cheaper than whiskey and martinis.

If your heart’s set on Saturday, choosing an early-day reception will give you the biggest bang on your venue, particularly if the reception is over by 4 p.m. and the venue can book another event after yours.

But going against the grain also has some drawbacks. A Sunday brunch reception, for example, won’t set the mood for a raging dance party. Likewise, a Sunday evening wedding will likely end early in the night. Opting for a Friday wedding means a Thursday rehearsal dinner, which is ideal for nabbing an incredible dinner venue, but not so great for bridal party members needing to take another day off work.

And yes, you can certainly get around these setbacks by choosing a holiday weekend (like the Sunday of Labor Day weekend), but guests might be a little miffed that you’re encroaching on prime vacation time.

Now, if you want to be really thrifty, HorneNestor says skip the

Fridays and Sundays altogether and think off-season instead, like January, February, March, or even November.

“Transportation vendors are definitely going to be more willing to work with you” on negotiating a deal in these months, and you’ll have a much wider selection of available venues—particularly if you’re working with a shorter timeline.

It’s unlikely that vendors like photographers will budge on their bottom line, but they might throw in complimentary extras like a free engagement session or an extra hour of shooting.

Above all, remember the golden rule of wedding planning: It never hurts to ask.

One of the biggest budget busters is an open bar. But, conveniently, it’s also one of the easiest (and most discreet) ways to save some cash. “You can definitely get away with beer and wine,” Horne-Nestor says. “People don’t miss an open bar, especially if you have a signature cocktail.”

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MS. MARRIED LADY terer for a solution. If the take-out bandits keep it up and go totally crazy, the couple (or better yet, that caterer, who has probably truly seen it all in their day) can pull the ringleader off to the side and ask them to kindly cut it out.

What’s the etiquette regarding dress codes? And how should couples handle a complain-ey wedding guest who doesn’t want to follow one? One of my family members is having a huge blacktie wedding in her hometown, and another doesn’t want to spend the money to rent a tux for her husband. I’ve never heard of a situation where someone was so irritated by the dress code that they opted not to go or made the couple feel bad about it. — A L L D R E S S E D U P

What do you do if you suddenly run out of food at your reception, only to realize a group of your guests is “boxing up” food to take home? (Yes, this really happened at a wedding I was part of.)

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DEAR SHOCKED: Oh my. If Ms. Married Lady was wearing pearls, she would be clutching them right now. As far as cringe-worthy wedding guest behavior goes, this one really takes the cake (sorry). Anyway, to answer your question, Ms. Married would suggest aiming to reduce any potential drama from this already bonkers situation. If this is a fightin’-it-out kinda family, and a wedding isn’t complete without a visit from the local authorities and/or a visit to the local ER, then the couple has probably already removed their rings and handled the situation. But if, like most sweet, adorable, baby bunny wedding couples, they just want to have a nice day, then they’ll probably need to gasp (quietly), swear (under their breath), look the other way, and appeal to the ca2 0 C I N C I N N AT I W E D D I N G M A G A Z I N E . C O M S U M M E R 2 0 1 8

DEAR ALL DRESSED UP: It would be nice if there was an actual rulebook on this matter to which you could refer complain-ey culprits (or for that matter, one that you could just throw at them).

But unfortunately, Ms. Married’s main advice is similar to what we tell first-year physicians: Primum non nocere, or First, to do no harm. If the couple’s high-end wedding feels out of reach for some family members, there might be messy dynamics at work that only they can really understand. And there might be real-life fallout from digging in on something relatively arbitrary such as this. Any wedding couple’s main goal in all planning matters should be drama reduction. This is for their sakes, and for the sakes of the other innocent bystander family members (like you!).

Right now, the bride and groom need to ask themselves three questions: 1) If said family member shows up in, say, their finest tuxedo T-shirt, will it totally derail the aesthetic of this “huge” event? Or will it even matter, in the grand scheme of things?

2) If said family member digs in and opts not to even attend this event because of this dress code request, then will it matter?

And 3) Is this a pattern of behavior that no one in the family takes seriously anyway, and it’s just fodder for the Thanksgiving gossip machine? If they answer “yes” to any of these questions, then the couple likely knows their priorities and knows ILLUSTR ATIO N S BY B R IT TA N Y C H R I STI N E

what to do (dig themselves in, hurt feelings be darned; or roll their collective eyes and carry on). If there aren’t bigger class issues at play, and if this is—as with most families— just a serial pain-in-the-ass family member, then they can probably let it go. After all, they have a big fancy party to plan.

If you’re planning a wedding, and particularly if your parents are helping you pay for it, how much say do they have in the wedding invite list? — J U S T W O N D E R I N G DEAR WONDERING: Well, it seems the theme of this issue’s column is “how not to cause an irrevocable rift in your family while planning your wedding.â€? Fun! So, Ms. Married has some follow-up questions: Are these parents making a single ďŹ nancial gift? Or are they on the wedding planner’s speed dial?

That does matter, because the scale of their support is likely informing their assumptions here, and might logistically tie your hands one way or the other. Ideally, they’d give with no strings attached, but we all know it’s never so easy when there’s real money at work, and real feelings at play. If they were the ones who brought it up, then they likely feel strongly about it and it might just be easier to let them drive this one.

But here’s the good news: If they’re paying, and they want certain guests, then they can probably just pay for them too. Done. And as long as the guests in question aren’t like, members of the Suicide Squad, then it probably won’t matter once the party gets started.

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YOU COULD EASILY SPEND AN ENTIRE NEW ZEALAND HONEYmoon slumbering in a private villa overlooking vineyards or footsteps from a sandy, swimmable beach. Not us. We drove the South Island for two weeks in an attempt to bypass the crowds in a 100,000-square-mile country that saw more than 3.5 million tourists in 2017. The secret’s out: This Pacific island is nothing but jaw-dropping beauty at every turn.

The smaller, more populated North Island is the land of painstakingly preserved indigenous Maori culture, geothermal activity, Lord of the Rings sets and endless coastline. The South Island is the bigger, wilder sister, a craggy tangle of glaciers, fiords, and lakes, with the Southern Alps stretching almost its entire length.

Between the two, there’s more natural splendor than you can possibly behold in a few short weeks. Driving on the left side of the narrow, two-lane roads takes added time, and spending an entire trip in a car isn’t exactly marital bliss. Focus your attention on a few areas.

We opted outside, starting in Queenstown, a thrill-seeker’s paradise in the Otago region with bungee jumping, jet boat rides,

ECO ADVENTURE (Left to right) Waterfall at Milford Sound; Rocky Mountain Summit Track; wild lupine blooms en route to Lake Tekapo; burger at Fergburger in Queenstown.

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skydiving, and winter skiing. There’s a sky-high gondola “experience,” but the (free!) 2.6-mile Queenstown Hill Hike through pine-scented forests rewards you with a higher vantage point and sweeping views of the city, Lake Wakatipu, and the aptly named Remarkables mountain range. Besides, it’s necessary to work up an appetite for a fist-sized beef, lamb, or deer burger at Fergburger. For the same alpine aesthetic and fewer sightseers, drive an hour northeast to Wanaka. Nearby is Mount Aspiring National Park, with the popular Roys Peak Track and less-traveled Rocky Mountain Summit Track. Come early summer (mid-November to late December), wild lupine blooms en masse on the route to Lake Tekapo, a sleepy village farther northeast. Technically a non-native, invasive species, its flower spikes flood the landscape in swaths of purple, pink, blue, and yellow. The area’s part of the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, where strict controls on light pollution make for out-of-this-world stargazing.

Absolutely splurge on the Mt. John Observatory tour.

To the south, Fiordland National Park contains three of New Zealand’s nine “Great Walks,” multi-day treks through backcountry

managed by the Department of Conservation. On a budget and not wanting to shell out for a guided hike with all the amenities, we booked communal, barebones huts along the Milford Track through the park system. Be warned: Bunks are limited and reservations fill up faster than the water plummets down the peaks we passed as we tramped 33 miles over four days.

Trails meander between dense, native bush and vast, open valleys, and after a slog up and down Mackinnon Pass (3,786 feet), the trail ends in what Rudyard Kipling once called the eighth wonder of the world, Milford Sound. More accurately, it’s a fiord formed by glaciers 400 million years ago. Steep cliffs plunge into the inky waters of the Tasman Sea inlet as waterfalls rush down their sides and New Zealand fur seals sunbathe on the rocks below. Get a closer look by ferry or kayak, and sample the local wild Fiordland venison at Milford Sound Lodge’s Pio Pio Café.

More off the grid is the 9,000-squaremile West Coast. Population as of 2017 was 32,400. The road from Haast to Westport, particularly the last 63 miles, or the Great Coast Road, tightly hugs the coastline to spectacular effect. Get a place with a kitchen, grab some groceries (ask about brill, a delicate, sweet-fleshed flounder only found here), and bask in the total remoteness.

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SINGLE-STEM BOUQUET Tropical oriental lily with monstera leaf, Dreisbach Wholesale Florists. Lulus mermaid gown, Nordstrom.

Gabriel New York 14karat white-gold diamond engagement ring, The Richter & Phillips Co.

HANGING FLORALS Floral display with citrus-toned blooms and pink accents by Yellow Canary Floral & Event Design. Table setting by Queen City Vignette.

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DARK & MOODY HUES Draping horizontal bouquet of red and fuchsia peonies with amnesia roses by Robin Wood Flowers.

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SHADES OF VIOLET Hand-tied bouquet of sweet peas, anemones, foxglove, and apple mint

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SINGLE-STEM BLOOMS (Clockwise from top left) Pincushion protea, Gia and the Blooms. Lightblue hydrangea, himalia, and sunbright sunflower, Dreisbach Wholesale Florists.

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Wedding food gets personal as couples look to share their foodie obsessions with guests.

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Photographs by AA R ON M. C ON WAY

PARTY PLATTER IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO ADD AN AIR OF SOPHISTICATION TO YOUR cocktail hour, charcuterie is the way to go. Filled edge to edge with cured meats, artisanal cheeses, pickled vegetables, sweet and savory jams and spreads, and crackers and toasted breads, these boards have become popular in the Queen City in the past year, thanks to a rise in local meat and cheese producers. The beauty is, you can completely customize the spread: Not only can you provide your own tray for a personal touch, but they’ll also tailor the variety and scale to your guest count.

Where to Find Locally 1

BAUER FARM KITCHEN, 435

Elm St., Downtown, (513) 621-8555, bauercincinnati.com

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1737 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, (513) 655-5938, therhined. com

BOUQUET RESTAURANT,

519 Main St., Covington, (859) 491-7777, bouquet restaurant.com

THE RHINED,

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SHARE: CHEESEBAR,

6105 Ridge Rd., Pleasant Ridge, (513) 351-3063, share cheesebar.com

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MORSEL & NOSH, 4183

Hamilton Ave., Northside, (513) 918-3861, morsel andnosh.com 6

PANINO,

1313 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine, (513) 381-0287, findpanino.com

C AKE PHOTO GR APH BY VANIA ZHUKEV YCH/SHUT TER STO CK / CHARCUTERIE PHOTO GR APH BY JEREMY KR AMER

BRIGHT IDEA “I tell couples [on a budget] to maybe not offer a beef option. They can still have a beautiful menu with a delicious chicken dish. Instead of a standard side vegetable, do something a little bit more fun so guests won’t even notice the missing beef option.”

—Maura Bassman, Cincy Weddings by Maura

TAKE THE CAKE MANY COUPLES LOOK TO THE WEDDING cake to showcase their individual style, and rightfully so. But did you realize local bakers could create new-to-you cakes that embrace your affinity for international flair?

Leave it to the French to conceive the croquembouche (shown right)—a tower of airy profiterole pastries carefully piled high into a cone shape, decorated with caramel threads that add a contrasting crunch. These sweet sculptures are rare here in the states, but Colerain Township’s Artrageous Desserts crafts them to order.

For an authentic south-of-the-borderstyle wedding cake, look no further than

Fairfield-based Panaderia La Mexicana’s tres leches cake. Fittingly translated to “three milks,” this cake has evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk whipped into the batter, giving it a creamy, lighter-than-air texture, similar to angel food cake.

Pay homage to Cincinnati’s GermanAmerican roots with a double-butter coffee cake from hometown creamery and bakery Graeter’s. The legendary rich, buttery cake is crisp on the edges and soft in the center.

It’s topped off with a healthy coating of savory almond paste and is finished with a light dusting of confectioners sugar.

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AROUND THE WORLD

SAKE BOMB CATERING // Korean bibimbap rice bowls, filled with BBQ beef, veggies, and flavorful sauces. Sushi tray or on-site bar options also available. 3072 DIXIE HWY., ERLANGER, (859) 360-2281,

DEAN’S MEDITERRANEAN IMPORTS // Bowls of falafel, hummus, and pita. Other coastal dishes can be ordered by the pound or on variety trays. 108 W. ELDER ST., OVER-THE-RHINE, (513) 241-8222. MEDITERRANEAN-

SAKEBOMBCATERING.COM

IMPORTS.COM

SWAD INDIAN RESTAURANT // Buffet-style Northern Indian cuisine, including Western favorite chicken tikka masala with rice and naan. 1810 W. GALBRAITH RD., NORTH COLLEGE HILL, (513) 522-5900,

MAZUNTE CATERING // Build-your-own tacos and tostados with chicken, chorizo, pork, and fresh toppings, served on soft corn tortillas or homemade corn tortilla chips. 5207 MADISON RD., OAKLEY,

SWADTASTYOH.IN

(513) 785-0000, MAZUNTETACOS.COM

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M EN U C A R D D E SI G N BY K RI S T EN FO L ZEN LO G EN , P O EM E / FO O D S TATI O N S PH OTO G R A PH BY J O N AT H A N G IB S O N

These caterers are shaking up the wedding scene with international eats.

MULTICOURSE FOR MODERN BRIDES AND GROOMS, PERSONALIZATION IS THE NAME OF THE game. Mandatory weekend days are yesterday’s news; rules about white dresses are passé; and similarly, educated palates of today’s diners are driving a whole new inventiveness in wedding fare. One way to show off your taste in elevated dining, says Renee Schuler, chef and founder of Eat Well Celebrations and Feasts, is through custom multicourse menus, like the one she created to the left. Schuler says there’s been an uptick in the elaborate meals in recent years, and in some part, that’s due to the overall downsizing of guest lists, with couples favoring a more intimate atmosphere.

The most important thing to keep in mind when planning a multicourse menu is the guest count. “You wouldn’t want to do this type of menu for a group of 300,” says Elizabeth Bowker, event specialist at Eat Well. “I would say definitely under 100.” And of course, the more bespoke the dishes, the more time-consuming and expensive it can be. Consider how and when you serve dishes to find opportunities to speed things up. “Think outside the box,” says Schuler. “Maybe not all of the courses need to be served while everyone is seated, or maybe they can be served family-style.” Additionally, adding soup and salad courses can bring down costs and keep guests satisfied while waiting for those showstoppers.

MENU CARD

POEME, 3446 MICHIGAN AVE., HYDE PARK, (513) 321-4999, POEMEONLINE.COM

BRIGHT IDEA “I always recommend including allergies or dietary requirements on the RSVP card, so we can know a month in advance. Have a master guest list noting, say, peanut allergy at table five, informing the caterer so they can accommodate.” —Maura Bassman, Cincy Weddings by Maura

Themed food stations are a fun way to serve casual bites that echo your personality.

Try your hand at DIYing the station or enlist the help of a caterer, who can make it interactive and remove the serve-yourself element, if that’s what you prefer. The most important consideration, says Roger Hollstegge, culinary director of Vonderhaar’s & Destinys Catering, is confirming that your venue allows your setup—some forbid portable cooktops or outside food.

SLIDERS

FOOD STATIONS

are a crowd-pleasing, caterer-provided interactive food station feature. With a selection of proteins and a spread of toppings, each can be made by on-site catering staff according to preference in a matter of a few seconds.

POPCORN

RAW BARS

creates a laid-back, summer carnival feel.

For a budget-friendly DIY, set out a large reservoir of plain popcorn with shake-on toppings like butter, cheddar, garlic, and cayenne, and let guests customize their own bags.

are best left to the pros, but they’re worth the splurge.

Refreshing on a summer day, oysters are a crowd-pleaser, especially served on ice with toppings like lemon, horseradish, mignonette, and cocktail sauce.

DOUGHNUT bars are a creative twist on the common sweets table.

Arrange groups of doughnuts by flavor, then provide a variety of colorful glazes and sprinkles for guests to get handson and create their own masterpieces.

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A Dusty Rose by Aster Social Sippery, with tequila, rhubarb, Pimm’s No. 1, makrut lime, and Valerian bitters.

FOOD TRUCKS CHICKEN MAC TRUCK: Classic and loaded macaroni and cheese, topped with shredded chicken in a range of sauce flavors. Turn up the heat with spicy, buffalo, or honey sriracha. chickenmactruck.com DOJO GELATO: Handcrafted-from-scratch, Italian-style gelato in uncommon flavor combos like ginger and dark chocolate or sweet cream and honeycomb. Bonus? Most flavors are gluten-free. dojogelato.com HARVEST MOBILE CUISINE: Fresh approachable foods prepared from local farmers’ market ingredients. The menu changes slightly on a weekly basis, depending on the truck’s locale. harvestmobilecuisine.com JUST JERKS ENA’S JAMAICAN GRILL: Caribbean-fusion comfort food—including fajita sliders, jerk chicken, beans and rice, and fried plantains—that brings the bold flavors of the islands. thatsjerk.com

KAIMELSKY’S: Chicago- and New Yorkstyle hot dogs (with all the fixings), gourmet sausages, and beef and veggie burgers. Nothing quite says “let your hair down” like cookout food. kaimelskys.com

SEA CUISINE: Southeast Asian staples like pho, banh mi sandwiches, and bulgogi, along with tacos and an ever-so-refreshing green papaya salad, served up in a jiffy. facebook.com/ seacuisinefoodtruck

SLICE SLICE BABY: New York-style cheese and pepperoni ’za by the slice. Because sometimes a late-night pie is simply the perfect way to cap off the evening. sliceslicebabypizza.com

BRIGHT IDEA “When shopping for a caterer, check what’s included in the proposal. Is glassware, plateware, flatware included? Are service staff and bartenders included? Is there a service fee, and does it include gratuity?

Do your homework on the price.” —Maura Bassman, Cincy Weddings by Maura

LIFTED SPIRITS

Cocktail, wine, and beer experts offer their advice on selections and pairings.

SIGNATURE COCKTAILS leave so much room for improvisation. Take the general vibe of your wedding into account. If it’s outdoor during warmer months, a drink with a bit of effervescence through soda or sparkling wine is a good bet. If you’re getting married during colder months, a drink with a darker spirit and a warm base might be a good fit.

Equal-parts cocktails are not demanding to make and offer a great depth of flavor.”

–Zachary Shumate, manager, Aster Social Sippery

IF YOU WANT TO PUT some extra thought into your wine selection, a big challenge will be finding a venue that either will allow you to bring in your own wine or that has a large enough selection of wines to find something decent. A lot of venues work with distributors of big-box wines, and if that’s all you have as options, it just won’t be possible to really control the quality and character of your wedding wines.” –Joanna Argus Kirkendall, owner, 1215 Wine Bar & Coffee Lab, Pleasantry

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CONSIDER HAVING options for all guests, while also choosing beers [you] love. Look to mix in some classic styles like pilsner or brown ale with some more adventurous styles like IPAs, sours, and Belgians.

Non-beer drinkers gravitate toward styles similar to what they normally drink. White wine drinkers tend to love sours. Coffee drinkers often like hoppy beers. Red wine drinkers often enjoy rich, complex, Belgian styles.”

–Chris Shields, director of education, Rhinegeist

MODERN TRADITIONS These days so many brides and grooms are going the nontraditional route when selecting food for their wedding. But let’s face it, not all guests are as keen as you are to diversify their palate.

Here are a few dishes that put a foodie twist on the classics to meet somewhere in the middle.

Funky’s Catering Events THE SALAD BEFORE THE MAIN COURSE IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO impress guests by going beyond the classic garden salad, presenting a variety of colors and textures that wow. Here, a traditional beet salad is reinvented by presenting beets three ways—with roasted red beets, pickled yellow beets, and raw candy cane beets—accompanied by shaved fennel, pomegranate seeds, and a smear of goat cheese to add a complementary creamy, tangy element. 1761 TENNESSEE AVE., NORWOOD, (513) 841-9999, FUNKYSCATERING.COM

Vonderhaar’s Catering THIS HORS D’OEUVRE PACKS IN JUST THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF sustenance to get your guests from the ceremony to the reception dinner without getting hangry in the process. It packs the meat and potatoes, condensing a full-course dinner into a single bite. A toasted whole crostini is covered with a dollop of red pepper aioli, a layer of chive mashed potatoes, sliced roasted beef tenderloin, and is topped with a ratatouille slaw.

19 W. PLEASANT ST., READING, (859) 291-9355, VONDERHAARS.COM

Eat Well Celebrations and Feasts SURE, YOU GET A LOT OF BANG FOR YOUR BUCK WITH A CHICKEN dish, but who says it has to be boring? This updated version of the classic chicken breast wedding entrée with vegetables and sauce takes influence from Far East flavors in an approachable way. Crispy sesame chicken is dressed with a honey-chili sauce and joined by grilled baby bok choy and soba noodles— thin Japanese buckwheat flour noodles—served alongside Korean-inspired spicy fermented kimchi vegetables.

921 MONMOUTH ST., NEWPORT, (859) 291-9355, EATWELLONLINE.COM

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WALK IN THE PARK Kelly Hill and Kyle Carrier take a stroll with their adorable pup, who they wanted to be part of their special day. See their wedding on page 60.

PHOTOGRAPH BY MEGAN NOLL PHOTOGRAPHY

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This couple tied the knot in a whimsical soirée right out of a storybook.

by E L I Z A B E T H M I L L E R W O O D photographs by L E P P E R T P H O T O G R A P H Y

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HEN ASKED TO DESCRIBE HER wedding at Greenacres Arts Center, Jordan Perkinson (née Pauley) says, “It felt like A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”

And we can see why.

The storybook setting at Greenacres boasted grand archways and castle-like stonework.

Suspended bubble votive candles cast a warm glow over the head table. String lights twinkled above the dance floor. Tablescapes were layered with hues of navy, gold, mauve, and evergreen; the bridesmaids’ dresses followed suit with a multicolored palette of

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rich emerald tones. And the flowers—oh, the flowers!—were truly the “it factor” of the whole affair, Jordan says. A cascading floral ceiling floated ethereally over the head table, while Edison-bulb chandeliers dripped with greenery and hovered over the dance floor. The bride’s and bridesmaids’ bouquets were earthly arrangements of deep-red dahlias, muted English roses, and plenty of fern-like greenery.

It was everything Zach and Jordan wanted: romantic, whimsical, magical. But they were careful to not make it too much. “I’m

D E TA I L S

FLOWERS: Robin Wood Flowers RENTALS: All Occasions Event Rental WEDDING PLANNER: Viva Bella Events FOOD: Jeff Thomas Catering LOVE BLOOMS The flowers—a cascading floral ceiling and lush arrangements of deep red, pink, and green—stole the show at this magical Greenacres wedding, which also featured watercolor menus and guestbook and a comfy seating area.

VENUE: Greenacres Arts Center PROGRAMS/MENUS/INVITATIONS: Simmons Studio HAIR/MAKEUP: BRIDEface MEN: Folchi’s Tuxedos & Menswear CAKE & GROOM’S CAKE: A Spoon Fulla Sugar FAVORS: Holtman’s Donuts GOWN: Paloma Blanca, Amanda’s Hyde Park Bridal ENTERTAINMENT: Soul Pocket, Midnight Rose Trio, Al Wilkerson VIDEOGRAPHY: Studio 213 Films TRANSPORTATION: Jimmy’s Limousine Service

one of three girls in my family, and my mom always instilled in us that ambience is everything,” Jordan says. “I wanted it simple and elegant without being too over-the-top.”

After a personalized ceremony where the couple walked down the aisle afterward to Stevie Wonder’s “For Once in My Life,” they joined their guests for the cocktail hour. “It’s something I would recommend to all brides because it’s one more bit of time you get to spend with your guests,” she says.

Dinner took a seasonal spin: a rustic apple salad with caramel popcorn and roasted corn chowder for starters, then a halibutand-filet duet with zucchini au gratin for the main course. The three-tiered cake was adorned with cabernet-colored berries and delicate white roses, topped off with the gold inscription “When

ya know, ya know”—the couple’s mantra.

A luxurious seating area with cozy white couches and wooden coffee tables was nestled right next to the dance floor. “The vision behind that was our fathers. We knew they would want a place to park it, but they would still want to be in the midst of it all,” Jordan says. “So many people congregated to it.”

Invitations, menus, and place cards were custom-designed in watercolor by Sarah Simmons of Simmons Studio. A watercolor skyline of downtown Cincinnati served as the guestbook and now hangs as a treasured memento in the master bedroom of the couple’s Mt. Lookout home.

“If you can do certain things to make it personalized,” Jordan advises, “that’s what makes it feel like your wedding day.”

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Shared passions form an unbreakable bond for a Cincinnati boy and an Argentinian girl.

by B A I H L E Y G E N T R Y photographs by L E P H O T O G R A P H Y

NATURAL BEAUTY White blooms and sprigs of greenery showed up throughout this rustic outdoor wedding, held at the couple’s own farm.

Homespun and vintage-styled details included a naked cake, RV photo booth, and wooden doors.

D E TA I L S

VENUE: Seven Seven Acres, Hamersville, Ohio WEDDING COORDINATOR: Mary Barkocy, Turning Point Events FLOWERS: Lutz Flowers CAKE: Happy Chicks Bakery GROOM’S ATTIRE: Express GOWN: Grace Loves Lace INVITATIONS/FAVORS: Wow! Diseño Gráfico MAKEUP: Simply Makeup & Hair HAIR: Megan Morgan Hair Salon PHOTO BOOTH RV: Signature Photo Booth BAND: Saffire Express CATERING (FOR APPETIZERS): Jeannette’s Delicacies Catering

THE DAY LUCIA PUPPARO MET SKOT GARRETT, IT was his first day at the Los Angeles marketing firm where she worked, and he tripped and fell down the stairs at the sight of her. “I should have taken it as a sign then,” she says wryly.

The pair became good friends, and though they didn’t start dating until some months later, they quickly recognized their mutual devotion to their profession—eventually starting an experiential marketing agency together in 2014 and moving, along with it, to Denver a year later.

They also bonded over a deep-seated love for sustainable food and farming practices. After getting engaged in 2016, Lucia and Skot decided to pursue their dream of owning an organic farm, purchasing 80 acres of cropland in Hamersville, Ohio, relocating to the Midwest a year later. It was here, at the newly dubbed Seven Seven Acres, that they got married this past September: a beautiful pondside ceremony replete with rustic details, a naked cake, hay-bale couches, an RV photo booth, yard games, a fireworks display, and a massive bonfire as tall as a house.

Because they both had friends from all over the country and the world—Lucia’s family is Argentinian but she was raised in Mexico—they had outof-town guests shuttled in from the airport in a big yellow school bus, which stayed on property for the nuptials.

“We had friends who I didn’t think we’d be able to ever have meet each other, and to have them all in one location was really neat, and was one of my favorite parts of the day,” Lucia says.

Lucia’s mother put together the whole sweets table—“brownies, key lime pie, Argentinian desserts,” Lucia says. Her father and one of Skot’s good friends, who is from Madrid, made dinner, a savory paella with rice, vegetables, spices, and meat served in a wide, flat pan.

The best part about their venue? “The farm came with three houses; we took one, his parents took another, and his brother and his family are moving into the other one,” Lucia says. “We’ll all live here and everyone is going to help with the land. It’s very important to us to contribute in our own way to the [sustainable farming movement].”

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A dark color scheme and a cemetery photo shoot created a beautifully moody scene for this couple’s Northside wedding.

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SETTING THE MOOD Branches and mismatched table decor including animal skulls, deep hues on the three mini cakes, and rich, romantic florals achieved the dark and dramatic look this couple wanted for their wedding.

D E TA I L S

VENUE: Urban Artifact FLOWERS: Gia and the Blooms CAKE: Marina’s Cake Box GROOM’S SUIT: Men’s Wearhouse GOWN: Lurelly SEAMSTRESS: Karla Weisenberger MAKEUP: Jessicalyn Denhart, Reign Beauty Studio HAIR: Ashley Zeuch, Life Spa CATERING: Village Pantry Catering DJ: Brian Benton RENTALS: Queen City Vignette

MOST WEDDING STORIES DO NOT START WITH the ominous line, “It was a dark and stormy night.”

But for Jamie Dawn and Andrew Schlanser, that was what they got—and exactly what they had hoped for.

Their fall wedding at Urban Artifact, a historic church-turned-brewery, was planned around the dark and mysterious. “When I saw the space, I just died,” Jamie Dawn says. “It was so beautiful. The ceilings are cracking, and that totally matched the aesthetic we were going for.” She complemented the space with thrifted and found objects, like mismatched brass candlesticks, trinkets from her house, and branches she found in her mom’s yard.

“I even started gathering animal skulls I found in the woods,” she says. “We wanted things that were thrown together, but strategically.”

In fact, the reception had DIY touches galore, and unexpected ones. Beautiful slate cheeseboards at every table were assembled by Jamie Dawn and some girlfriends, using tile she bought at a home supply store. “People kept asking where they came from,” she says with a laugh. “I told them to just

take them home! They were tiles you’d put on your bathroom floor.”

The dessert table was laden with treats, also courtesy of Jamie Dawn and her friends. Cinnamon rolls and chocolate bark flanked their three mini wedding cakes from Marina’s Cake Box. The homemade desserts were the perfect snack after Andrew’s chosen hors d’oeuvres of stuffed mushrooms and spring rolls, catered by Village Pantry Catering. “He got the food he wanted, and I got the photography I really wanted,” Jamie Dawn says.

And Jamie Dawn knew Spring Grove Cemetery was the perfect location for that photography session. “I’ve never been the kind of person who really wanted photos of myself in my house, but after getting the photos of this shoot, I’m like, ‘I want to get these blown up and framed!’” she says. Among the crumbling, gothic architecture at the cemetery, Jamie Dawn’s dress dragged through some mud and Andrew’s hair was whipped by the wind. And from the photo shoot to the reception, under a cloudy, gray sky, the Schlansers got the perfectly imperfect day they had dreamed of.

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RACHEL SWILLINGER & ERIC MORRIS November 4, 2017

Rachel’s and Eric’s story began with a shared love for ice cream and culminated with an oh-so-sweet first look at Aglamesis Brothers before the couple sealed the deal in a wedding celebration at Music Hall.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Kaleigh Turner Photography VENUE: Music Hall FLOWERS: Sue Kelzer and Lynn DeClark CAKE: Alfa Chalk, in-home baker GOWN: Essense of Australia, Wendy’s Bridal Cincinnati INVITATIONS: Etsy and Maria Gossard Designs BRIDE’S HAIR & MAKEUP: Eye Do Makeup & Hair, LLC REHEARSAL DINNER: The Celestial Steakhouse HOTEL: Renaissance Cincinnati Downtown LIMOUSINE: Land Force One Limousine BRIDE’S PROFESSION: Middle school social studies teacher GROOM’S PROFESSION: Area finance manager, Dell COUPLE’S CURRENT HOME: Loveland DANCE THE HORA: To jump-start the dancing at their reception, the couple was hoisted into the air in chairs while guests danced in rings around them. MUSIC IN THE HALL: A trained opera singer and best friend of the bride sang beautiful renditions of “Hallelujah” and “When You Say Nothing At All” during the ceremony.

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MELANIE FREDERICKS & MACKENZIE STEWART S e p t e m b e r 9, 2 0 1 7

Romance sparked from Melanie’s and Mackenzie’s college friendship. After enduring three years of long distance, the couple reunited here to tie the knot.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Molly McElenney Photography VENUE: Pinecroft Mansion at Crosley Estate FLOWERS: Kevin Ford, Ford-Ellington Floral & Wedding Design CAKE: Cocoa Bites MACARON TOWER: Macaron Bar GOWNS: Willowby by Watters, BHLDN INVITATIONS: Poeme FAVORS: Old Time Candy BRIDES’ MAKEUP: Mackenzie Stewart BRIDES’ HAIR: Robyn Kenney and Ashley Carroll, Valenti Salon & Spa MAN OF HONOR/BRIDESMEN SUITS: J. Crew and The Tie Bar BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: David’s Bridal VIDEOGRAPHY: Little Brown Dog Productions MACKENZIE’S PROFESSION: Cosmetologist/hairstylist MELANIE’S PROFESSION: Sales, Google COUPLE’S CURRENT HOME: Ann Arbor, Michigan THIRD TIME’S A CHARM: After their first photographer cancelled due to health reasons and weather prohibited their second from flying, it took an SOS call out to photographers across the country to snag Molly McElenney. The Phoenix photographer flew in at the last minute, never having met the brides prior to the wedding day. GUEST OF HONOR: Melanie and Mackenzie met Jim Obergefell, lead plaintiff in the Supreme Court case for marriage equality, at Cincinnati Pride the day after same-sex marriage became legal. Obergefell flew in from Washington, D.C., to attend the wedding and present a reading for the brides.

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ALEXANDRA LONNEMANN & BENJAMIN BESSLER December 23, 2017

This couple celebrated Christmas early with a white and gold wedding in the Holy Cross-Immaculata Church.

Sparklers lit the way as they began their lives together.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Tire Swing Photography CEREMONY: Holy CrossImmaculata Church RECEPTION: Monastery Event Center FLOWERS: The Secret Garden CAKE: Kathy Bessler GOWN: Pronovias, Lace Bridal Couture INVITATIONS: Minted BRIDE’S HAIR AND MAKEUP: Alba Beauty Studio FIRST LOOK: Hotel Covington ALTERATIONS: Tony King Alterations BRIDE’S PROFESSION: Special education teacher GROOM’S PROFESSION: Accountant COUPLE’S CURRENT HOME: Park Hills BE PERSISTENT: Benjamin had seen a photo of Alexandra on her sister’s Facebook and asked if she was single. His future bride wasn’t available at the time, but he kept asking. Alexandra was finally unattached two years later, and they were set up on a date. FROZEN IN TIME: Benjamin wore a custom watch inscribed with the lyrics to their wedding song.

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PAULA FOX & DARIN WILHELM June 3, 2017

It took Darin six weeks to convince Paula to go on a date with him, but once she did they became inseparable. Three years later they exchanged vows and had a winery reception.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Steph Keller Photography CEREMONY: St. John the Baptist Church, All Saints Parish RECEPTION: Chateau Pomije Winery FLOWERS: McCabe’s Greenhouse & Floral CAKE: Nothing Bundt Cakes GOWN: Maggie Sottero, Bridal and Formal TUX: Folchi’s Tuxedos & Menswear INVITATIONS: McPhersons Printing BRIDE’S MAKEUP: Bailey Fasbinder, Precision Hair Design BRIDE’S HAIR: Chris Couch, Tedesco’s Hair Repair DOUGHNUTS: Harrison Home Bakery MUSIC: DJ Ryan Feller BRIDE’S PROFESSION: Registered nurse GROOM’S PROFESSION: Independent contractor COUPLE’S CURRENT HOME: St. Leon, Indiana NOTHING BUNDT SUGAR: The couple substituted a traditional wedding cake for a two-tier bundt cake tower. Guests also indulged in mini bundt cakes and doughnuts. TIMELESS TASTE: A classic baby blue 1955 Ford Fairlane Club Sedan was the perfect complement to Paula’s and Darin’s traditional church wedding—and also provided the perfect photo op.

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KELSEY FRESON & LAKE CLEVENGER J u n e 3 0, 2 0 1 7

Every detail of this DIY wedding was brought to life by someone special to the newlyweds, down to the wedding arbor and the handcrafted placemats.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Steph Keller Photography VENUE: Rolling Meadows Ranch FLOWERS: Renee’s Bouquets CAKE: Molly Siemer GOWN: Allure Bridals, Wendy’s Bridal Cincinnati SUIT: Men’s Wearhouse INVITATIONS: Austin Grupenhof Design BRIDE’S MAKEUP: Flawless Hair & Makeup BRIDE’S HAIR: Abby Durso, Pump Salon DJ: Perfect Day DJs TAPESTRY: Kiah Bailey BRIDE’S PROFESSION: Behavior technician GROOM’S PROFESSION: Military COUPLE’S CURRENT HOME: Hamilton THOSE WHO WAIT: These two grew up in the same small town attending the same schools. They didn’t connect until their sophomore year at Miami University when Twitter introduced them. SWEET TREAT: Lake bribed Kelsey to go on a first date with chocolate chip cookies, which they both love. It’s been five years since that date, and she’s still waiting on those cookies.

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CAITLIN BECHTOLD & JOHN BONAVITA May 13, 2017

This couple took country chic and paired it with a backyard hoedown—complete with a petting zoo, mud pit, cornhole, volleyball, square dancing, and food trucks— to celebrate their special day.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Lindsey Ballou Multi-Media VENUE: Friend’s parents’ home FLOWERS: Turner Farm and Spencer Keith GOWN: Cocomelody BRIDE’S HAIR: Kendall Brookbank, Tanya’s Image & Wellness Salon BRIDE’S MAKEUP: Megan Doberteen CATERING: Packhouse, Street Chef Brigade, Bello’s Bike Pops, Yagööt BRIDE’S PROFESSION: Organic vegetable farmer GROOM’S PROFESSION: Assistant manager, Yagööt COUPLE’S CURRENT HOME: ColumbiaTusculum ZOOTOPIA: The couple had a petting zoo at their reception, and the bride even fed the goat in her gown. FOURTH TIME’S THE CHARM: Caitlin turned John down three times before finally going on their first date to Yagööt.

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M O L LY M O R A N & TED VILLARI Au g u s t 1 2 , 2 0 1 7

Molly and Ted exchanged vows in a traditional Catholic ceremony and celebrated with a lavish reception full of pink and gold accents and playful details.

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KEEP THE FAITH: The ceremony was held in the same chapel where Molly’s parents tied the knot. Both of them accompanied her down the aisle.

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K E L LY H I L L & KYLE CARRIER O c t o b e r 7, 2 0 1 7

After first crossing paths in kindergarten, Kelly and Kyle had an on-and-off college romance and spent a summer exploring Europe. They finally tied the knot at Kelly’s high school alma mater.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Megan Noll Photography CEREMONY: St. Ursula Academy RECEPTION: Taft Museum of Art WEDDING PLANNER: Cincy Weddings by Maura FLOWERS: Marti Heard Designs CAKE: Sugar Realm Fine Bakery & Cake Design GOWN: Hayley Paige, Kleinfeld Bridal INVITATIONS: The Papery FAVORS: Minted BRIDE’S MAKEUP: Jasmine Cotton, BRIDEface BRIDE’S HAIR: Amanda Guilmette, BRIDEface DRAPING/LIGHTING: Fitz the Occasion RENTALS: All Occasions Event Rental DESSERTS: Sweet Petit Desserts FOOD: Funky’s Catering Events VIDEOGRAPHY: Light Parade Films CEREMONY MUSIC: Adagio Trio RECEPTION MUSIC: All In BRIDE’S PROFESSION: Portfolio manager GROOM’S PROFESSION: Attorney COUPLE’S CURRENT HOME: New York City WEEKEND REUNION: Loved ones from all over the world came to town for the wedding weekend, the first time everyone was in the same place at once. TWIST ON TRADITION: Rather than matching dresses, the bridesmaids wore jumpsuits, allowing them to choose a style that complemented their body type.

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BRITTANY FERONE & LOUIS CAVALLARO S e p t e m b e r 9, 2 0 1 7

The picturesque outdoor setting at French Park and romantic details made for an elegant wedding celebration for Brittany and Louis.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Kaleigh Turner Photography VENUE: The French House, French Park WEDDING DAY COORDINATOR: Molly Arnold, Premier Park Events FLOWERS: Robin Wood Flowers CAKE: A Spoon Fulla Sugar GOWN: Atelier Pronovias, Amanda’s Hyde Park Bridal INVITATIONS: Designs by Dawson BRIDE’S HAIR: Samantha Theobald, Lightbox Salon BRIDE’S MAKEUP: BRIDEface CATERING: Funky’s Catering Events RECEPTION BAND: The Sly Band VIDEOGRAPHY: Squirrel Wedding Films BRIDE’S PROFESSION: Marketing and data analyst GROOM’S PROFESSION: Small business owner COUPLE’S CURRENT HOME: Ft. Myers, Florida PUPPY LOVE: The couple met in high school, and after they stayed in touch and dated off and on, Louis proposed to Brittany with a ring on her puppy’s collar. The puppy even made an appearance at the reception. NIGHT MOVES: The Sly Band created an energetic atmosphere, complete with a horn section and a variety of singers.

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NICOLE MEINKING & KYLE DAGENBACH O c t o b e r 2 1, 2 0 1 7

Pastel pink details popped against the greenery at Nicole’s and Kyle’s stunning outdoor ceremony. The couple fed hungry guests with food trucks, including Dojo Gelato for a sweet treat.

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SAM KUCHERA & D AV I D S C H U LT Z S e p t e m b e r 1 5, 2 0 1 7

Sam and David hosted a rustic outdoor wedding at Neltner’s Farm with hay bale seating, an aisle of colorful rugs, and DIY touches like the photo booth and homemade cake stands.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Steph Keller Photography VENUE: Neltner’s Farm FLOWERS: Swan Floral GOWN: Watters, Bridal and Formal INVITATIONS: SLAY Design Studio BRIDE’S MAKEUP: Jessicalyn Denhart, Reign-Beauty Studio BRIDE’S HAIR: Sarah Williams, Magic Mirror RUGS: Queen City Vignette FOOD: Jack’s Catering MUSIC: Ed Stegman, Power Play Custom Music BRIDE’S PROFESSION: Product training specialist GROOM’S PROFESSION: Owner, Premier Exteriors LLC COUPLE’S CURRENT HOME: California, Kentucky PARTNER UP: David met Sam at a bar and asked her to be his pool partner. Even though she played terribly, the two still hit it off. David proposed at the same bar four years later. WOVEN WITH LOVE: Instead of a traditional flower petal-lined aisle, Sam looked to Queen City Vignette for some cool rugs to create a pathway to where she and David said “I do.”

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A mix of old and new, full of natural touches and delicate lace, made this couple’s wedding a timeless beauty.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Amanda Donaho Photography VENUE: Monastery Event Center FLOWERS: Floral Verde CAKE: A Spoon Fulla Sugar INVITATIONS: The Happy Envelope BRIDE’S HAIR: Jen Nally BRIDE’S MAKEUP: Honour Hook, BRIDEface MUSIC: Bluewater Kings Band PASTRIES: The BonBonerie COUPLE’S CURRENT HOME: Cohoes, New York RHAPSODY IN BLUE: The couple favored a neutral color palette so that David would pop in his navy blue suit. GEEK SQUAD: Cierra and David are self-professed nerds—they initially bonded over their mutual love of building high performance personal computers for gaming. R2D2 even made an appearance at their reception (in cake form).

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101 RIVERBOAT ROW, NEWPORT, (859) 261-8500, BBRIVERBOATS.COM, CURRENT-CATERING.COM Capacity: 30–1,000 Room cost/deposit: Based on number of guests and menu/$100 nonrefundable deposit, 1/3 upon booking Food cost/ person: $50–$150 Cancellation policy: Notice more than 90 days prior to event, 50 percent refund; nonrefundable inside of 90 days THE BELL EVENT CENTRE

HOUSE.COM Capacity: Up to 250 for rehearsal dinner Food cost/person: $42–$57 Cancellation policy: Must provide 72 hours notice CINCINNATI AIRPORT MARRIOTT

CONEY ISLAND’S MOONLITE GARDENS

2395 PROGRESS DR., HEBRON, (859) 334-4613, CINCIN NATIAIRPORTMARRIOTT.COM Capacity: 500 Room cost/deposit: $500 deposit Food cost/person: $30–$62 Cancellation policy: Varies CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM

444 READING RD., OVER-THE-RHINE, (513) 852-2787, BELL EVENTCENTRE.COM Capacity: Up to 250 seated

953 EDEN PARK DR., EDEN PARK, (513) 639-2995, CINCIN NATIARTMUSEUM.ORG Capacity: 180 seated with

for ceremony and reception, up to 300 seated for reception only Room cost/deposit: Please call Food cost/person: $40–$75 Cancellation policy: Please call

DJ and dance floor; 220 standing receptionstyle Room cost/deposit: $6,000 (discount for off-season dates)/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: $75–$150 Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

BELTERRA CASINO RESORT

777 BELTERRA DR., FLORENCE, INDIANA, (812) 427-7841, BELTERRACASINO.COM Capacity: Up to 1,500 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $37 and up Cancellation policy: Please call BEL-WOOD COUNTRY CLUB

5873 LUDLUM RD., MORROW, (513) 899-3361 EXT. 125, BELWOODCC.COM Capacity: Up to 300 Room cost/ deposit: Varies; please call for accurate pricing information Food cost/person: Accommodations for any budget Cancellation policy: Please call JEFF RUBY’S CARLO & JOHNNY

9769 MONTGOMERY RD., MONTGOMERY, (513) 936-8600, JEFFRUBY.COM Capacity: 10–65 for private dining rooms Room cost/deposit: Minimum food and beverage/deposit varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies CELEBRATION CRUISE LINE

848 ELM ST., KY-PORT OF CINCINNATI, LUDLOW, (859) 581-2600, CELEBRATIONRIVERBOATS.COM Capacity: 30–380 passengers; 30–180 during colder months Room cost/deposit: Varies/deposit negotiable Food cost/person: Varies based on menu selection Cancellation policy: 90 days or less, no refund THE CELESTIAL STEAKHOUSE

1071 CELESTIAL ST., MT. ADAMS, (513) 241-4455, THECELESTIAL.COM Capacity: Single dining room 10–200; multiple dining rooms 180 Room cost/deposit: Minimum food and beverage Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Full refund prior to 90 days; after 90 days, $25/person THE CENTER

115 E. FIFTH ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 824-7274, THECENTER CINCINNATI.COM Capacity: 300 banquet seating Room cost/deposit: Please call/$1,000 Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable THE CHART HOUSE

405 RIVERBOAT ROW, NEWPORT, (859) 261-0300, CHART-

cost/person: Buffets starting at $54.95; sitdown dinners starting at $64.95 Cancellation policy: Please call 6201 KELLOGG AVE., ANDERSON TWP., (513) 232-6701, CONEYISLANDPARK.COM Capacity: 150–400 and up Room cost/deposit: Varies/$2,000 deposit upon signed contract Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER

44 E. SIXTH ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 345-8415, CONTEM PORARYARTSCENTER.ORG/RENT Capacity: 240 Room cost/deposit: $3,950 Food cost/person: May choose outside caterer on preferred list, various bar packages Cancellation policy: Please call

CINCINNATI CLUB BUILDING

30 GARFIELD PLACE, DOWNTOWN, (859) 442-7776, CINCINNATICLUB.US Capacity: 30–1,000 Room cost/deposit: Please call Food cost/person: $28 and up Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable CINCINNATI MARRIOTT AT RIVERCENTER

10 W. RIVERCENTER BLVD., COVINGTON, (859) 261-2900, CINCINNATIMARRIOTTRIVERCENTER.COM Capacity: 320 Covington Ballroom; 100 Riverview Room cost/deposit: $1,000–$1,500 minimum for main ballroom/$1,000 deposit Food cost/ person: $50–$90; wedding packages available Cancellation policy: Contractual CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER AT UNION TERMINAL

1301 WESTERN AVE., QUEENSGATE, (513) 287-7000, CINCYMUSEUM.ORG Capacity: Up to 800 for dinner and dancing Room cost/deposit: $200–$2,000/50 percent of estimated event cost for deposit Food cost/person: $20 and up Cancellation policy: Please call CINCINNATI OBSERVATORY CENTER

3489 OBSERVATORY PLACE, MT. LOOKOUT, (513) 321-5186, CINCINNATIOBSERVATORY.ORG Capacity: Indoor sitdown 50; cocktail 75; 100 outdoor Room cost/ deposit: $850–$1,700, depending on facilities used/50 percent nonrefundable deposit Food cost/person: Outside catering Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable THE CINCINNATIAN HOTEL

601 VINE ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 381-3000, THECINCIN NATIANHOTEL.CURIOCOLLECTION.COM Capacity: 25–100 seated Room cost/deposit: $400/ deposit included; if purchasing food and beverage, $100 set up fee instead Food cost/ person: Varies by menu Cancellation policy: Must provide 30 days notice CINTAS CENTER AT XAVIER UNIVERSITY

1624 HERALD AVE., CINCINNATI, (513) 745-3428, CINTAS CENTER.COM Capacity: Up to 650 Room cost/ deposit: Package pricing/$1,000 deposit Food

COOPER CREEK EVENT CENTER

4040 COOPER RD., BLUE ASH, (513) 745-8596, COOPER CREEKBLUEASH.COM Capacity: 350 Room cost/ deposit: Varies/$1,000 nonrefundable deposit Food cost/person: Varies; beverage packages $17–$31 Cancellation policy: Six months notice, nonrefundable deposit plus additional $1,000; less than three months notice, 100 percent of minimum required spending DAVE AND BUSTER’S

11775 COMMONS DR., SPRINGDALE, (513) 719-5306, DAVEANDBUSTERS.COM Capacity: 10–2,000 Room cost/deposit: $50–$400/deposit 50 percent of subtotal Food cost/person: $17.99–$74.99 Cancellation policy: Please call THE DAYTON ART INSTITUTE

456 BELMONTE PARK N., DAYTON, (937) 512-0162, DAYTONARTINSTITUTE.ORG Capacity: 250–300 for seated dinner Room cost/deposit: $3,100– $3,900 for four hours; $650 for additional rooms and hours Food cost/person: Please call Cancellation policy: 50 percent deposit refund if within 90 days DESTINYS CATERING INC. AT MOLLOY’S ON THE GREEN

10 ENFIELD ST., GREENHILLS, (513) 851-5434, DESTI NYSCATERINGATMOLLOYSONTHEGREEN.COM Capacity: 250 with dance floor, 300 without dance floor Room cost/deposit: $600 deposit Food cost/ person: $23.95–$28.95 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Deposit refundable if rebooked DONAUSCHWABEN HALL

4290 DRY RIDGE RD., COLERAIN TWP., (513) 385-2098, DONAUSCHWABEN.COM Capacity: Small hall 125, large hall 400 Room cost/deposit: Small hall deposit $300, large hall deposit $500 Food cost/person: Small hall $11–$13 per person, third party catering permitted; large hall food pricing package starts at 150 guests, then in 50-person increments up to 400 Cancellation policy: Eight months prior to event, deposit nonrefundable

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VENUES DOUBLETREE BY HILTON CINCINNATI AIRPORT

2826 TERMINAL DR., HEBRON, (859) 371-6166, CINCIN NATIAIRPORT.DOUBLETREE.COM Capacity: 250 reception-style with dance floor Room cost/ deposit: $1,500/$1,000 deposit Food cost/ person: $39.95 and up Cancellation policy: No penalty if prior to 180 days DREES PAVILION AT DEVOU MEMORIAL OVERLOOK

790 PARK LANE, COVINGTON, (859) 431-2577, DREESPA VILION.COM Capacity: 300 with dance floor, 350 without Room cost/deposit: $4,000– $6,000/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: Varies depending on caterer Cancellation policy: 90 days notice prior to event, all money returned less $500 DUKE ENERGY CONVENTION CENTER

525 ELM ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 419-7300, DUKE-ENER GYCENTER.COM Capacity: 2,400 entire ballroom Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies EMBASSY SUITES CINCINNATI RIVERCENTER

10 E. RIVERCENTER BLVD., COVINGTON, (859) 261-8400, EMBASSYSUITES.COM Capacity: Up to 220 Room cost/deposit: Food and beverage minimum, average $7,000–$10,000/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: $58 Cancellation policy: Sliding scale based on cancellation date THE FARM

239 ANDERSON FERRY RD., DELHI, (513) 922-7020, THEPLACETOPARTY.COM Capacity: Up to 600 Room cost/deposit: Included in package price/$300–$800 deposit Food cost/person: $24–$32 Cancellation policy: Must provide six months notice or resell date with same number of guests FITTON CENTER FOR CREATIVE ARTS

101 S. MONUMENT AVE., HAMILTON, (513) 863-8873, FITTONCENTER.ORG Capacity: Ballroom 200; Vista Room 80 Room cost/deposit: Varies by room and day Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers upon request Cancellation policy: Up to 90 days before date without additional costs, all payments nonrefundable

for wedding packages/deposit varies Food cost/person: $49–$80 Cancellation policy: Must provide four weeks notice prior to event; request sample contract for specific details FRENCH HOUSE

3012 SECTION RD., AMBERLEY VILLAGE, (513) 221-2610, PREMIERPARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: Gazebo 500, Sunken Garden 200, French House 450 Room cost/deposit: $1,400 Monday–Thursday; $2,800 Friday and Sunday; $3,600 Saturday and holidays/$500 deposit Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers, reference website Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable THE GARDENS OF PARK HILLS

1622 DIXIE HWY., PARK HILLS, (859) 442-7776, MCHALES CATERING.COM Capacity: Vista Room 320, Arbor Room 300 Room cost/deposit: Included in package/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: $30–$56 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable GIBSON HOUSE

425 OAK ST., CLIFTON, (513) 221-2610, PREMIER PARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: Up to 150 Room cost/deposit: $1,500 Friday–Sunday; $800 Monday–Thursday/$500 deposit Food cost/ person: List of preferred caterers, reference website Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable GLENDALE LYCEUM

865 CONGRESS AVE., GLENDALE, (513) 771-8383, GLENDALELYCEUM.COM Capacity: Up to 250 seated Room cost/deposit: $5,800 basic rental (five hours), $6,500 all-day rental (9 a.m.–midnight) Friday and Saturday; $4,700 basic rental, $5,400 all-day rental Sunday; ceremony addon $1,000–$1,200/$1,000 deposit Food cost/ person: List of required caterers; reference website Cancellation policy: Any and all deposits or payments made at time of cancellation are nonrefundable

8605 HAINES DR., FLORENCE, (859) 412-0471, THEFLORENTINEEVENTCENTER.COM Capacity: 275 Room cost/deposit: Included in package/$500 deposit Food cost/person: $25–$54 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Deposit

100 JOE NUXHALL WAY, DOWNTOWN, (513) 765-7237, REDS.COM/EVENTS Capacity: Seated with dance floor 350, standing reception 500 Room cost/ deposit: Please call Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Please call GREAT WOLF LODGE

2501 GREAT WOLF DR., MASON, (513) 229-5817, GREAT WOLF.COM/MEETINGS Capacity: Up to 660 seated Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $28 and up Cancellation policy: Please call GREEN DIAMOND GALLERY

9366 MONTGOMERY RD., MONTGOMERY, (513) 984-4192, GREENDIAMONDGALLERY.COM Capacity: 10–100 Room cost/deposit: $1,250 nonmembers, $750 members/50 percent deposit on date reserved

Food cost/person: $15–$50 for preferred caterer Cancellation policy: 30 days notice GREENACRES ARTS CENTER

8400 BLOME RD., INDIAN HILL, (513) 793-2787, GREEN-ACRES.ORG Capacity: Indoor 115, tented outdoor 400 Room cost/deposit: Please call Food cost/person: Varies/preferred caterer list Cancellation policy: Nonrefundable within nine months of event HAMPTON INN & SUITES UPTOWN UNIVERSITY

3024 VINE ST., CORRYVILLE, (513) 281-2700, CVGUP. HAMPTONINN.COM Capacity: 50 banquet-style Room cost/deposit: $300–$500/no deposit Food cost/person: Outside catering Cancellation policy: Day prior to event HEATHERWOODE GOLF CLUB

88 HEATHERWOODE BLVD., SPRINGBORO, (937) 748-3222 EXT. 6, HEATHERWOODEGC.COM Capacity: Up to 200 Room cost/deposit: Varies/half of room rental Food cost/person: $19.95–$33.95 Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable HERITAGE CLUB

THE GLENLARY ESTATE

PARIS, KENTUCKY, (305) 968-3075, EVENTSATGLENLARY. COM Capacity: Outdoor venue 400–500 Room cost/deposit: Varies per package/30–50 percent, based on overall contract Food cost/ person: Varies Cancellation policy: Please call

6690 HERITAGE CLUB DR., MASON, (513) 459-7711 EXT. 117, HERITAGECLUB.COM Capacity: Up to 180 Room cost/deposit: $2,100/$1,500 deposit Food cost/person: $29 and up Cancellation policy: Please call for details HILTON CINCINNATI AIRPORT

THE GOLDEN LAMB INN THE FLORENTINE EVENT CENTER

GREAT AMERICAN BALL PARK

27 S. BROADWAY, LEBANON, (513) 932-5065, GOLDEN LAMB.COM Capacity: Up to 80 seated Room cost/deposit: Food and beverage minimum/ please call Food cost/person: $10–$50 Cancellation policy: Refundable if cancelled two months prior to event date

7373 TURFWAY RD., FLORENCE, (859) 371-4400, CINCIN NATIAIRPORT.HILTON.COM Capacity: Up to 220 Room cost/deposit: Room fee waived/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: $50, includes four-hour bar, cheese and cracker display, and champagne toast for bridal party Cancellation policy: Based on cancellation date

nonrefundable THE GRAND BALLROOM FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON

7500 TYLERS PLACE BLVD., WEST CHESTER, (513) 7771101, FOURPOINTSCINCINNATINORTH.COM Capacity: Up to 300 without dance floor; up to 250 with dance floor Room cost/deposit: No room cost

6 E. FIFTH ST., COVINGTON, (859) 442-7776, MCHALES CATERING.COM Capacity: Up to 350 Room cost/ deposit: Varies/$1,500–$2,500 deposit Food cost/person: $36–$64 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

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HILTON CINCINNATI NETHERLAND PLAZA

35 W. FIFTH ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 421-9100, CINCIN NATINETHERLANDPLAZA.HILTON.COM Capacity: 20–750, three ballroom options Room cost/ deposit: None with food and beverage

minimum/$3,500 deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies HOTEL COVINGTON

638 MADISON AVE., COVINGTON, (859) 905-6600, HOTELCOVINGTON.COM Capacity: 180 Ballroom, 220–300 Lobby Room, 50 Dining Room Room cost/deposit: Varies/50 percent of food and beverage minimum Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Based on cancellation date/deposit nonrefundable HOLIDAY INN & ROBERTS CONVENTION CENTRE

123 GANO RD., WILMINGTON, (937) 283-3272, ROB ERTSCENTRE.COM Capacity: Up to 5,000 Room cost/deposit: Based on food and beverage/ deposit varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies HYATT REGENCY CINCINNATI

151 W. FIFTH ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 579-1234, CINCINNATI. HYATT.COM Capacity: Varies Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Please call IVY HILLS COUNTRY CLUB

7711 IVY HILLS BLVD., ANDERSON TWP., (513) 561-9119, IVYHILLSCOUNTRYCLUB.COM Capacity: 220 Room cost/deposit: Please call/$1,500 deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable JEFF RUBY’S STEAKHOUSE

700 WALNUT ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 784-1200, JEFFRUBY. COM Capacity: 50 Room cost/deposit: Minimum food and beverage/deposit varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies THE KOLPING CENTER

10235 MILL RD., SPRINGFIELD TWP., (513) 851-7951, KOL PINGCENTER.COM Capacity: 100–700 Room cost/ deposit: Included in food price/$1,000 initial deposit, $1,500 deposit due six months prior to event, final payment due two weeks prior to event Food cost/person: $34–$85 Cancellation policy: Any deposit is nonrefundable

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KRIPPENDORF LODGE AT CINCINNATI NATURE CENTER

ROWE WOODS, 4949 TEALTOWN RD., MILFORD, (513) 552-1340 EXT. 102, CINCYNATURE.ORG Capacity: 220 Room cost/deposit: $3,700 Friday; $4,400 Saturday; $3,400 Sunday/$1,000 deposit; costs may vary depending on number of guests Food cost/person: $65–$85 allinclusive Cancellation policy: Initial deposit is nonrefundable KROHN CONSERVATORY

1501 EDEN PARK DR., MT. ADAMS, (513) 221-2610, PREMIERPARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: 150 Room cost/deposit: $2,000 Monday–Sunday; $2,900 Holiday Show, holidays, and International Butterfly Show/$500 deposit Food cost/person:

MONASTERY EVENT CENTER

List of preferred caterers, reference website

Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable LAKE LYNDSAY RECEPTION CENTER

4845 AUSPURGER RD., HAMILTON, (513) 868-8555, LAKE LYNDSAY.COM Capacity: Up to 400 Room cost/ deposit: Packages vary/$500 deposit Food cost/person: Outside catering Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable LAWRENCEBURG EVENT CENTER AND DOUBLETREE BY HILTON

91 WALNUT ST., LAWRENCEBURG, (812) 539-8730, THELAWRENCEBURGEVENTCENTER.COM Capacity: Up to 1,000 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/ person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies

THE MADISON EVENT CENTER

700 & 740 MADISON AVE., COVINGTON, (859) 261-1117, THECOVINGTONMADISON.COM Capacity: Large ballroom, up to 375 Room cost/deposit: Please call Food cost/person: Please call Cancellation policy: Please call MANOR HOUSE BANQUET & CONFERENCE CENTER

7440 MASON-MONTGOMERY RD., MASON, (513) 459-0177, MANORHOUSEOHIO.COM Capacity: Up to 750 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable MAPLE RIDGE LODGE

3040 WESTWOOD NORTHERN BLVD., MT. AIRY, (513) 221-

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VENUES 2610, PREMIERPARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: 200 Room cost/deposit: $850 Monday–Thursday; $1,050 Friday–Sunday/$375 deposit

Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers, reference website Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable; rates include $150 refundable damage deposit THE MARMALADE LILY

9850 SCHLOTTMAN RD., LOVELAND, (513) 604-6561, THEMARMALADELILY.COM Capacity: 150 seated Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: List of required caterers Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable MARRIOTT KINGSGATE CONFERENCE CENTER

151 GOODMAN DR., CLIFTON, (513) 487-3891, MARRIOTT.COM/CVGKG Capacity: 300 with a dance floor Room cost/deposit: Room fee included with all wedding packages/25 percent advance deposit due at contract signing Food cost/person: $61–$72 plus service charge and tax Cancellation policy: Sliding scale based on cancellation date MEADOWBROOK BANQUET CENTER

2398 VENICE BLVD., FAIRFIELD, (513) 681-2135, MEADOWBROOKBANQUETCENTER.COM Capacity: Up to 325 Room cost/deposit: $1,000 deposit Food cost/person: Varies based on package Cancellation policy: Deposit is nonrefundable THE MEADOWS BANQUET AND EVENT CENTER

59 E. MAIN ST./CLEVES-WARSAW PIKE, ADDYSTON, (513) 941-7638, THEMEADOWSBANQUET.COM Capacity: 105–310 Room cost/deposit: No room cost/$500 deposit Grand Ballroom, $200 deposit Victorian Room Food cost/ person: Varies; no service charge Cancellation policy: Please call THE MILL RACE BANQUET CENTER AT WINTON WOODS

PAUL BROWN STADIUM

If you and your partner love the Bengals as much as you love each other, you can have some Who Dey as part of your wedding day. Paul Brown Stadium hosts a number of wedding events, including both ceremonies and receptions. The Club Lounge accommodates up to 400 guests and boasts a window wall with a sweeping view. Some couples choose a black and orange Bengals color scheme. However, if you’d like to keep your colors more neutral, any palette Paul Brown Stadium 1 PAUL BROWN STADIUM, and style will fit the Stadium’s event space, and you (513) 455-4800, can take some memorable photos on the field. — A . N .

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1515 W. SHARON RD., GREENHILLS, (513) 521- 7275, GREATPARKS.ORG Capacity: Up to 150 Room cost/deposit: None/$400, applied to food and beverage Food cost/person: $30–$45, depending on package; gratuities not accepted Cancellation policy: Six months, full refund MILLENNIUM CINCINNATI HOTEL

150 W. FIFTH ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 352-2100, MILLENNIUMHOTELS.COM/MILLENNIUMCINCINNATI Capacity: Up to 1,500 Room cost/deposit: Based on food and beverage/25 percent deposit Food cost/person: $70–$125 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Must be made in writing; refundable minus deposit if rebooked MT. ECHO PAVILION

251 MT. ECHO PARK DR., PRICE HILL, (513) 221-2610,

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VENUE SPOTLIGHT

PREMIERPARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: Up to 150 Room cost/deposit: $1,200 Sunday–Friday; $1,400 Saturday and holidays/$500 deposit

Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers, reference website Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable MUSIC HALL

1241 ELM ST., OVER-THE-RHINE, (513) 744-3242, CINCIN NATIARTS.ORG/MUSICHALL Capacity: 100–600 Room cost/deposit: $2,250–$5,800/50 percent deposit Food cost/person: Outside caterer needed Cancellation policy: Nonrefundable unless able to rebook the facility for the cancelled date NATIONAL UNDERGROUND RAILROAD FREEDOM CENTER

50 E. FREEDOM WAY, DOWNTOWN, (513) 333-7739, FREEDOMCENTER.ORG Capacity: Grand Hall 300, Everyday Freedom Heroes Hall and Terrace 125 Room cost/deposit: Grand Hall $2,500; Everyday Freedom Heroes Hall and Terrace $1,500/deposit is 50 percent of room rental Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers, call event manager (513) 333-7536 Cancellation policy: Please call NEWPORT SYNDICATE

18 E. FIFTH ST., NEWPORT, (859) 491-8000, NEWPORT SYNDICATE.COM Capacity: 10–600 Room cost/ deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable NORLYN MANOR

4440 ST. RT. 132, BATAVIA, (513) 732-9500, NORLYN MANOR.COM Capacity: Up to 600 Room cost/ deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Refundable if rebooked OAK RIDGE LODGE

1400 OAK RIDGE RD., MT. AIRY, (513) 221-2610, PREMIER PARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: Up to 125 Room cost/deposit: $780 Monday–Thursday; $980 Friday–Sunday and holidays/$375 deposit

Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers, reference website Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable; rates include $150 refundable damage deposit OASIS GOLF CLUB & CONFERENCE CENTER

902 LOVELAND-MIAMIVILLE RD., LOVELAND, (513) 5838383, OASISCONFERENCECENTER.COM Capacity: 50–2,000 Room cost/deposit: $350/$1,500 deposit applied to food and beverage Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable PAUL BROWN STADIUM

2 PAUL BROWN STADIUM, DOWNTOWN, (513) 455-4830, BENGALS.COM/EVENTS Capacity: 500 seated; up to 1,000 reception Room cost/deposit: Depends on package/$2,500 or $2,000 deposit, depending on city or river view Food cost/person: $50 and up Cancellation policy: Please call

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VENUES PEBBLE CREEK GOLF COURSE, RESTAURANT AND EVENT CENTER

9799 PRECHTEL RD., COLERAIN TWP., (513) 385-4442 EXT. 14, PEBBLECREEKGC.COM Capacity: 300 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $29 and up Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable PETERLOON FOUNDATION

8605 HOPEWELL RD., INDIAN HILL, (513) 791-7600, PETERLOON.ORG Capacity: 120 indoor seated, 150 indoor cocktail, 250 outdoor maximum Room cost/deposit: $6,500 rental/50 percent deposit Food cost/person: Outside catering Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable THE PHOENIX

812 RACE ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 721-8901, THEPHX.COM Capacity: Up to 400 Room cost/deposit: Varies/$500–$3,500 deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Please call PINECROFT MANSION AT CROSLEY ESTATE

2366 KIPLING AVE., MT. AIRY, (513) 376-8163, PINE CROFTMANSION.COM Capacity: 350 seated, 450

cocktails Room cost/deposit: $3,000–$7,000 depending on date/30 percent of rental cost Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Payment for event is divided in thirds; once made, payments are nonrefundable PINE LAKES LODGE

61680 BUSKIRK LN., SALESVILLE, (740) 679-3617, PINELAKESLODGE.COM Capacity: Up to 300 Room cost/deposit: Varies/deposit 20 percent of room cost Food cost/person: $20 and up Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable THE PINNACLE BALLROOM

6 E. FIFTH ST., COVINGTON, (859) 442-7776, MCHAL ESCATERING.COM Capacity: 250 Room cost/ deposit: Included in package/$1,000–$2,000 deposit Food cost/person: Please contact event planner Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable THE PRECINCT

311 DELTA AVE., COLUMBIA-TUSCULUM, (513) 321-5454, JEFFRUBY.COM Capacity: Up to 85 Room cost/ deposit: Minimum food and beverage/deposit varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies

PRIME CINCINNATI

580 WALNUT ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 579-0720, PRIMECIN CINNATI.COM Capacity: 200 seated, 300 standing Room cost/deposit: Food and beverage minimum varies depending on date and number of guests/please call Food cost/person: Average of $80 including food and alcohol Cancellation policy: Two weeks January–November, four weeks December PURCELL/ELKS BANQUET CENTER

3621 GLENMORE AVE., CHEVIOT, (513) 481-1925, ELKS BANQUETHALL.COM Capacity: Large hall 350, Pub Room 60 Room cost/deposit: Please call/$100 deposit Food cost/person: Outside catering Cancellation policy: Deposit refundable within five days after booking PYRAMID HILL SCULPTURE PARK

1763 HAMILTON CLEVES RD., HAMILTON, (513) 868-8336, PYRAMIDHILL.ORG Capacity: 100–350 Room cost/ deposit: Depends on venue/50 percent Food cost/person: Preferred list of caterers Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable unless rebooked for similar event of the same amount QUALITY HOTEL

5901 PFEIFFER RD., BLUE ASH, (513) 936-3313, CHOICE

Proudly Providing the Greater Cincinnati Area with the finest food and exceptional service since 1996 It is a wonderful feeling to be part of the special moments in peoples’ lives.

We take great pride in the fact that we have had the privilege to be part of so many special occasions over the past 20 years. We pride ourselves in using our creativity, talents and 120-plus years of combined experience in the hospitality industry to help create wonderful memories and spectacular events.

Essentially, we love what we do and would love to do it for you…

We proudly operate Molloy’s on the Green and are proud to be one of three Exclusive Caterers at Ronald Reagan Lodge at Voice of America Park. Our services also travel to any location in the Cincinnati area.

www.destinyscatering.com www.destinyscateringatmolloysonthegreen.com Visit us online or call 513-851-5434 for more information

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HOTELS.COM/OHIO/CINCINNATI/QUALITY-INN0HOTELS Capacity: 250–300 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $25.95–$38.95 Cancellation policy: $500 nonrefundable deposit QUEEN CITY RIVERBOATS/ DESTINY YACHT CHARTERS

100 O’FALLON DR., DAYTON, (859) 292-8687, QUEENCITY RIVERBOATS.COM Capacity: 115–325 Room cost/ deposit: Varies/deposit $1,000–$1,500 Food cost/person: Please call Cancellation policy:

8999, RECEPTIONSINC.COM Capacity: Up to 550 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $26.95–$41.95 Cancellation policy: Nonrefundable RECEPTIONS EVENT CENTER– SOUTHEAST INDIANA

170 COUNTRY CLUB LN., AURORA, INDIANA, (812) 926-1747, RECEPTIONSINC.COM Capacity: Up to 385 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies

Deposit nonrefundable RECEPTIONS EVENT CENTER–WESTERN HILLS RECEPTIONS EVENT CENTER–ERLANGER

1379 DONALDSON HWY., ERLANGER, (859) 746-2700, RECEP TIONSINC.COM Capacity: Up to 1,100 Room cost/ deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $18–$65 allinclusive Cancellation policy: Varies

3302 WESTBOURNE DR., WESTERN HILLS, (513) 922-6777, RECEPTIONSINC.COM Capacity: Up to 345 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $19–$39.95 Cancellation policy: Varies

5975 BOYMEL DR., FAIRFIELD, (513) 860-4100, RECEP TIONSINC.COM Capacity: Up to 900 Room cost/ deposit: Varies/deposit $800 Friday; $1,200 Saturday Food cost/person: $23.95–$41.95 Cancellation policy: Varies

beverage minimum/20 percent of estimated total Food cost/person: Starting at $75 Cancellation policy: Sliding scale based on event date THE RIVERSIDE ROOM AT THE NEWPORT AQUARIUM

1 AQUARIUM WAY, NEWPORT, (859) 815-1453, NEWPORT AQUARIUM.COM Capacity: 240 seated, 350 cocktail Room cost/deposit: $1,500 and up/50 percent of established event fee Food cost/ person: Varies; exclusively catered by Chef’s Choice, Funky’s Catering, Elegant Fare, and The Phoenix Cancellation policy: Please call RSVP EVENT CENTER BY VILLAGE PANTRY CATERING

THE REDMOOR RECEPTIONS EVENT CENTER–FAIRFIELD

up to 350 with a dance floor Room cost/ deposit: Room cost waived with food and

3187 LINWOOD AVE., MT. LOOKOUT, (513) 871-6789, THEREDMOOR.COM Capacity: 350, 225 seated Room cost/deposit: $750–$1,650/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: $25–$45 Cancellation policy: Please call

453 WARDS CORNER RD., LOVELAND, (513) 965-0511, RSVPEVENTCNTR.COM Capacity: Up to 400 Room cost/deposit: None/$1,000 deposit Food cost/ person: $29.50–$65.50 Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable; transferable to new date or gift card

RENAISSANCE CINCINNATI DOWNTOWN RECEPTIONS EVENT CENTER–LOVELAND

10681 LOVELAND MADEIRA RD., LOVELAND, (513) 697-

36 E. FOURTH ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 333-0000, MAR RIOTT.COM/CVGBR Capacity: Burnham Hall seats

SATISFACTION YACHT CHARTERS

5819 PANAMA ST., CINCINNATI, (513) 231-9042, SATISFAC

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VENUES TIONCRUISES.COM Capacity: 50–150 Room cost/ deposit: Please call/$2,500 deposit Food cost/ person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable SAVANNAH CENTER

5533 CHAPPELL CROSSING BLVD., WEST CHESTER, (513) 860-4142, SAVANNAHCENTER.COM Capacity: Up to 1,200 Room cost/deposit: Please call/$2,500 deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable SHAKER RUN GOLF CLUB

1320 GOLF CLUB DR., LEBANON, (513) 727-0007 EXT. 225, SHAKERRUNGOLFCLUB.COM Capacity: 200 with dance floor Room cost/deposit: $1,000 deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable SHARONVILLE CONVENTION CENTER

11355 CHESTER RD., SHARONVILLE, (513) 771-7744, SHARON VILLECONVENTIONCENTER.COM Capacity: 100–800 Room cost/deposit: Varies/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: Varies by package Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable SIX ACRES BED & BREAKFAST

5350 HAMILTON AVE., COLLEGE HILL, (513) 541-0873, SIXACRESBB.COM Capacity: 45 indoor, 75–100 outdoor Room cost/deposit: $1,500 package price includes room/$500 nonrefundable deposit Food cost/person: $25–$30 Cancellation policy: Please call

Food cost/person: Plated dinners starting at $85/person; buffet dinners starting at $105/ person Cancellation policy: Sliding scale based on eventdate SWEETWINE BANQUET CENTER AT WOODLAND MOUND

600 NORDYKE RD., ANDERSON TWP., (513) 521-7275, GREATPARKS.ORG Capacity: 135 Room cost/ deposit: $625 Saturday; $325 Sunday and Friday; plus beverage package purchase Food cost/person: Outside catering permitted; please call for further term details Cancellation policy: Must be in writing; refundable with cancellation notice 30 days prior to event date TAFT MUSEUM OF ART

316 PIKE ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 684-4523, TAFTMUSEUM. ORG Capacity: Garden tent up to 200, Luther Hall up to 75 Room cost/deposit: Tent $5,000; Hall $1,750/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: Preferred caterer list Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable THEODORE M. BERRY INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP PARK PAVILION

1135 RIVERSIDE DR., DOWNTOWN, (513) 221-2610, PRE MIERPARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: 220 Room cost/ deposit: $1,200 Monday–Thursday; $1,400 Friday–Sunday and holidays/$500 deposit Food cost/person: Preferred caterer list Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable TRADITIONS GOLF CLUB

STILLMEADOW COUNTRY CLUB

1 STILLMEADOW DR., PIERCE TWP., (513) 752-6500 EXT. 4, STILLMEADOWCOUNTRYCLUB.COM Capacity: 180 seated, 250 total Room cost/deposit: Varies/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable STONELICK HILLS GOLF CLUB

3155 SHERILYN LANE, BATAVIA, (513) 735-4653, STONELICKHILLS.COM Capacity: 200 Room cost/ deposit: $2,500 for entire clubhouse with patio/$500 deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit refundable if cancelled 12 months prior to event STONEWOOD BANQUET CENTER AT SHARON WOODS

11555 SWING RD., SHARON WOODS, (513) 521-7275, GREATPARKS.ORG Capacity: 124 Room cost/ deposit: $625 Saturday; $325 Sunday and Friday; plus beverage package purchase Food cost/person: Outside catering permitted; please call for further term details Cancellation policy: Must be in writing; refundable with cancellation notice 30 days prior to event date

2035 WILLIAMS RD., HEBRON, (859) 586-6691, TRADITION SGOLFCLUB.COM Capacity: Up to 150 Room cost/ deposit: Please call Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: 30 days prior to event THE TRANSEPT

1205 ELM ST., OVER-THE-RHINE, (513) 841-9999, THE TRANSEPT.COM Capacity: 220 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $70–$85 Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable TRIO BISTRO

7565 KENWOOD RD., KENWOOD, (513) 984-1905, TRIO BISTRO.COM Capacity: 5–100 Room cost/ deposit: No room charge; food and beverage minimum varies Food cost/person: Various event menus to accommodate all budgets Cancellation policy: Please call

Food cost/person: Included in package price Cancellation policy: Please call WALHILL FARM

857 SIX PINE RANCH RD., BATESVILLE, INDIANA, (812) 934-2600, WALHILLFARM.COM Capacity: Event Center areas 10–600, private dining areas 2–100

Room cost/deposit: $129/25 percent deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: $200 administration fee; deposit refundable if reserved date is filled with another event WEST BADEN SPRINGS HOTEL

8538 W. BADEN AVE., WEST BADEN SPRINGS, INDIANA, (812) 936-5877, FRENCHLICK.COM/HOTELS/WEST BADEN Capacity: Up to 2,500 Room cost/ deposit: Available upon request/20 percent of expected total Food cost/person: $270–$310; inclusive Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable THE WESTIN CINCINNATI

21 E. FIFTH ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 621-7700, WESTIN.COM/ CINCINNATI Capacity: 600, or 500 with dance floor Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/ person: Varies Cancellation policy: Advance deposit nonrefundable WIEDEMANN HILL MANSION

1102 PARK AVE., NEWPORT, (859) 655-9018, WHILLMANSION.COM Capacity: 60 seated dinner Room cost/deposit: Call for details Food cost/ person: Preferred caterer list Cancellation policy: Refund of initial deposit (less 15% processing fee) if the event is cancelled at least 180 days prior to the event date; deposit nonrefundable if cancellation occurs within 179 days of the event date; in the event of a cancellation, the client will never be responsible for the full facility rental fee WEDDINGS AT WITHROW NATURE PRESERVE

7075 FIVE MILE RD., ANDERSON TWP., (513) 521-PARK, GREATPARKS.ORG Capacity: Up to 100 Room cost/ deposit: $395 rental fee for four hours Food cost/person: See Sweetwine Banquet Center at Woodland Mound for reception information Cancellation policy: Must be in writing; percentage refundable based on receipt of cancellation notice; $25 cancellation fee THE WOODLANDS

TWIN OAKS GOLF AND EVENT CENTER

450 E. 43RD ST., COVINGTON, (859) 581-2410, GOLFAT TWINOAKS.COM Capacity: Up to 300 Room cost/ deposit: $1,500 nonrefundable Food cost/ person: $37.95–$47.95 Cancellation policy:

9680 CILLEY RD., CLEVES, (513) 353-2593, THEWOOD LANDSHALL.COM Capacity: Up to 1,000 Room cost/deposit: Room cost included in perperson cost/$500 deposit Food cost/person: $23–$38 Cancellation policy: Deposit refundable if rebooked

Deposit nonrefundable WOODWARD THEATER

THE SUMMIT

5345 MEDPACE WAY, MADISONVILLE, (513) 527-9900, THESUMMITHOTEL.COM Capacity: Madisonville Ballroom 320; Gallery 300–380; Ault Park 230–350 Room cost/deposit: Complimentary/10 percent of food and beverage minimum

VINOKLET WINERY

11069 COLERAIN AVE., COLERAIN TWP., (513) 385-9309, VINOKLETWINES.COM Capacity: Up to 155 Room cost/deposit: Package is $59.95 per person plus tax and gratuity/$500 deposit

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1404 MAIN ST., OVER-THE-RHINE, (513) 345-7986, WOODWARDTHEATER.COM Capacity: 200 seated with dance floor, up to 600 standing Room cost/deposit: $5,500/$2,750 deposit Food cost/person: Catering open to preferred list;

VENUES HILVERS CATERING

2724 COLERAIN AVE., CAMP WASHINGTON, (513) 681-2135, HILVERS.COM Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies JEFF THOMAS CATERING

815 OAK ST., LUDLOW, (859) 291-0286, JEFFTHOMAS CATERING.COM Food cost/person: $30 and up Cancellation policy: One year prior, full deposit refund; six months to one year prior, half deposit refund; under six months, no refund LA PETITE PIERRE

7800 CAMARGO RD., MADEIRA, (513) 813-4345, LAPETITE PIERRE.COM Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: $250 nonrefundable deposit MCHALE’S EVENTS AND CATERING

1622 DIXIE HWY., PARK HILLS, (859) 442-7776, MCHALES CATERING.COM Food cost/person: Contact event planner for pricing Cancellation policy: Nonrefundable deposit

PINECROFT MANSION AT CROSLEY ESTATE

MONTGOMERY INN CATERING

beverage packages $18–$26 per person Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable; can be applied to a future date

and up Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

MPG EVENTS AND CATERING COFFEE EMPORIUM

WUNDERLAND BANQUET HALL

7881 COLERAIN AVE., COLERAIN TWP., (513) 931-2261, WUNDERLANDHALL.COM Capacity: 380 Room cost/deposit: Varies/$750 deposit Food cost/ person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit

110 E. CENTRAL PKWY., DOWNTOWN, (513) 651-5483, COFFEE-EMPORIUM.COM Food cost/person: Varies/$400 for three hours with espresso cart, serves up to 300 people Cancellation policy: At least a week in advance

nonrefundable

A LA CARTE DESSERT AND CATERING

7132 MONTGOMERY RD., MONTGOMERY, (513) 891-8688 Food cost/person: Please call Cancellation policy: No charge if rescheduled within six months A TASTE OF CLASS CATERING INC.

3415 GLENMORE AVE., WESTWOOD, (513) 481-3663, ATASTEOFCLASS.COM Food cost/person: $12–$50 and up Cancellation policy: Flexible

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BROWN DOG CAFÉ & CATERING

1000 SUMMIT PL., BLUE ASH, (513) 794-1610, BROWNDOG CAFE.COM Food cost/person: $22–$60 (suited for events up to 60 people) Cancellation policy: 10 business days prior to event

101 RIVERBOAT ROW, NEWPORT, (859) 655-3850, CURRENT-CATERING.COM Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Prior to 90 days, retain 50 percent of balance; after 90 days nonrefundable DESTINYS CATERING INC. AT MOLLOY’S ON THE GREEN

10 ENFIELD ST., GREENHILLS, (513) 851-5434, DESTINYS CATERINGATMOLLOYSONTHEGREEN.COM Food cost/ person: $23.95–$28.95 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Nonrefundable deposit

11350 GROOMS RD., BLUE ASH, (513) 489-6006, CHEFSCHOICECATERING.COM Food cost/person: $11.95–$29.35 Cancellation policy:

921 MONMOUTH ST., NEWPORT, (859) 291-9355 EXT. 1, EATWELLONLINE.COM Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Please call

2575 COMMERCE BLVD., SHARONVILLE, (513) 552-1340, ELEGANTFARE.COM Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Please call at least five days in advance FUNKY’S CATERING & EVENT SERVICES

1320 ETHAN AVE., CAMP WASHINGTON, (513) 541-2626, CINCINNATICATERING.COM Food cost/person: $9

10160 READING RD., EVENDALE, (513) 563-9996, RAFFELS CATERING.COM Food cost/person: $8.75–$45 Cancellation policy: Nonrefundable SPECTRA FOOD SERVICES AND HOSPITALITY AT THE DUKE ENERGY CONVENTION CENTER

525 ELM ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 419-7254, DUKE-ENERGY CENTER.COM Food cost/person: Please call for quote Cancellation policy: More than 30 days, 75 percent refund; less than 30 days, 50 percent refund; after Final Guarantee, no refund

1206 BROADWAY ST., PENDLETON, (513) 813-3133, URBANA-CAFE.COM Food cost/person: $5–$25 Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable VILLAGE PANTRY CATERING

453 WARDS CORNER RD., LOVELAND, (513) 965-0511, VILLAGEPANTRYCATERING.COM Food cost/person: $18–$65 Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable VONDERHAAR’S CATERING, INC.

Please call CINCINNATI CATERING

percent refund; 15–60 days prior, 60 percent refund; less than 14 days, no refund

URBANA CAFE EAT WELL CELEBRATIONS AND FEASTS

ELEGANT FARE CHEF’S CHOICE CATERING

1705 ST. RT. 28, GOSHEN, (513) 722-2500, MPGEVENTS ANDCATERING.COM Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: More than 60 days, 80

RAFFEL’S CATERING AND BANQUET FACILITIES CURRENT CATERING BY BENSONS

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11314 TAMARCO DR., BLUE ASH, (513) 852-6733, MONT GOMERYINN.COM Food cost/person: $15–$30 Cancellation policy: Flexible

1761 TENNESSEE AVE., NORWOOD, (513) 841-9999, FUNKYSCATERING.COM Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

19 W. PLEASANT ST., READING, (513) 554-1969, VONDER HAARS.COM Food cost/person: $12.95 and up Cancellation policy: $500 nonrefundable deposit; within 45 days of event, 75 percent of full payment nonrefundable

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John Henry Hemann and Mary Francis Amend, married in 1897 at St. Augustine Church (now closed). John is Tammie’s great-great-great uncle.

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Frank Edward Hemann and Mary Anna Mueller, married in 1907 at St. Augustine Church. Frank is Tammie’s great-great-great uncle and John’s brother.

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John Henry Wiechmann, Jr. and Helen Magdalina Hemann, married in 1887 at St. Augustine Church. They are Tammie’s great-great grandparents.

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John James Ruehle and Clara Josephine Wiechmann, married in 1919 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Standing behind them are William C. Ruehle, John’s brother, and his fiancé, Lillian Kulueker.

Clara is Tammie’s great grandmother’s sister.

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LOVE OF THE AGES features a vintage wedding photo in each issue, and this time around we were fortunate to snag four photos from the same family. Tammie Martin-Smith, a proud Cincinnatian who enjoys researching her family’s history, provided these snapshots of weddings from as early as 1887 (two of her great-great-great uncles, her great grandmother’s sister, and her great-great grandparents). — M A I A A N D E R S O N 8 0 C I N C I N N AT I W E D D I N G M A G A Z I N E . C O M S U M M E R 2 0 1 8

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