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Questions to ask while planning an event at the Post House Ballroom

While Covid has put a pause on weddings and special events, the show must go on! A New Year brings us hope and joy while planning events. Let us help you turn the next page of your life. Here are some tips to help make your special day your own:

You want your big day to be perfect and memorable for all of your guests. We have talked about the bar and the entertainment in previous issues, now let’s get down to the food!

Food is always a tough decision to make when deciding whether to use a caterer or bringing in your own delicious gourmet food. Here are some helpful tips to help you find the best choice for your day:

How many guests will be attending your event?

Don’t forget to check what the capacity is, and the changing regulations from the State.

• Budget

– The average percentage of the wedding budget that should be for food is 40%; that being said “what is your budget per guest?” Set your amount per plate, and then decide how you would like to proceed. • Serving Style — Pre-plated — Buffet — Family Style — Silver Service – Platter to Plate

• Cater or bring in your own food to serve

— Catering can be costly, but so worth it! No prep work or cleanup for the bridal party or family. — At the LCCOA/ Post House Ballroom you may also bring in your own food to serve. Food that is brought in must be taken out the same day it was brought in. LCCOA/ Post House Ballroom does have all of your dining needs on hand; such as linens, dishes, cups, and silverware.

• Combine food with your “select beverage”

— Think about tailoring your select beverage from the bar around your menu

• Match foods to match your relationship – this is such a great idea!

— Are you a breakfast couple? How about a cereal bar? — Was your first date at an ice cream parlor? An Ice Cream Bar sounds yummy! — Do you fancy the movies? Popcorn bar with butter, and all the fixings! — Possibilities are endless, be creative and unique!

Good Luck!

Marisa Sydney and Colby, who had their wedding reception at the Post House, had this say about the venue ... “Post House Ballroom team! Thank you all so much for an amazing venue for our wedding reception! It was a perfect night! Your team was amazingly helpful and created an environment with as little stress as possible. Thank You again for an amazing reception place!”

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LCCOA phone numbers

Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday 100 West Second Street – Dixon, IL, 61021

Main number 815-288-9236

Transportation 815-288-9236

Post House Ballroom 815-288-9236

Outreach services & free phones for hearing impaired

Outreach hours 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

E-mail us at lccoa@comcast.net Visit us at www.leecountycouncilonaging.net or www.posthouseballroom.net or find us on Facebook

WCSC phone numbers

Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling

Transportation – 815-625-7433 • Information – 815-622-9230

ADRC: Call 815-622-9230, ext. 194 Outreach and free phones for hard of hearing/low vision 815-622-9230, ext. 194

Toll-free 888-622-9230, ext. 194