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6 months & counting ❍ Mail
your “Save the Date Cards.”
❍ The
honeymoon. If you haven’t already discussed what you want to do and where you want to go, now is the time. Decide your budget. Book rooms, flights, tours for all you want to do.
❍ Your
venues. Most locations will have everything you need. If you are going to need extra items you will generally get the best price from your venue. Find out now what is available to you and if you need to contact rental agencies to reserve extras like a dance floor, stage, lighting, sound systems and even outdoor toilets.
❍ Transportaion.
Reserve your limos and buses or vans if you are not planning on using personal transportation.
4 months & counting ❍ Finalize
honeymoon plans.
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Check your gift registery. Availability of certain items can change.
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Choose the groom’s attire.
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Purchase any accessories to go with your gown, such as shoes, veil and jewelry.
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Schedule your ceremony rehearsal. Contact your attendants, officiant.
❍ Contact
vendors to do hair, make-up and all the pre-wedding pampering you will need. Some vendors will service on-site, others require you to visit their establishment.
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venues
Arrowpeak Lodge in the Highwood Mountains
c/o Montana Farmers Union 300 River Drive North Great Falls, MT 59401 (406) 234-4071 www.montanafarmersunion.com arrowpeakinfo@yahoo.com
With 144 acres of tranquil beauty and numerous recreational opportunities, Arrowpeak Lodge is the largest facility of its kind in Central Montana. Located just 37 miles east of Great Falls, Arrowpeak Lodge is set against some of the most breathtaking scenery imaginable and can provide you with a “True Montana Mountain Wedding.” Take the Tour at www.montanafarmersunion.com. “A World of Wonder, just minutes away!” Owned and operated by Montana Farmers Union, a non-profit 501c5 corporation.
The Barn at Finley Point
33213 Finley Point Rd. Polson, MT 59860 (406) 887-2444 (at Flathead Lake) www.barnatfinleypoint.com
A rustic gathering place for your wedding or reception with wonderful photo opportunities ∙ 50 landscaped acres ∙ Water features/bridge/2 waterfalls ∙ Pond ∙ Meadows ∙ Gazebo ∙ Fire pit ∙ Views of the Mission Mountains/Flathead Lake ∙ 5,000 sq. ft. timber frame barn seats 250 (add a tent and dance in the barn).
Belton Chalet
12575 Hwy 2 East PO Box 206, West Glacier, MT 59936 (406) 888-5000 • 1-888-235-8665 www.beltonchalet.com events@beltonchalet.com
The Belton Chalet offers full service catering, professional event planning, and views of Apgar Mountain from our fully restored historic property. 25 room hotel and 2 cottages accommodate 62 guests. Events for up to 130.
Bitterroot Banquet & Ballroom 4828 Eastside Hwy Stevensville, MT 59870 (406) 239-6661 www.partydecor.net
Located between Florence & Stevensville, just 25 minutes from Missoula. An elegant facility that exudes intimacy and romance. Accommodates around 150 people. Keep within your budget by choosing your own source for food and drink. Enjoy a pianist or let the Disklavier grand piano play itself. On-site decorator to give your event professional pizzazz.
Bitterroot River Inn and Conference Center 139 Bitterroot Plaza Dr. Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 375-2525 www.bitterrootriverinn.com
Grand ballroom seats 200 for dinner, stand-up reception 300. Beautiful outdoor pond & patio area for ceremony. Must provide own catering.
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Broadway Inn Conference Center 1609 W. Broadway Missoula, MT 59808 (406) 532-3300 www.broadwayinncc.com
Full service catering facility with bar service. Indoor banquet facility seats 165 people, beautiful outdoor courtyard setting seats 175. 79 well-appointed guest rooms.
BruMar Estate
29048 Broken Leg Rd. Bigfork, MT 59911 (406) 837-2231 www.brumarestate.com
BruMar Estate can accommodate weddings twelve months of the year. We offer in-house catering and full event coordination. We are confident that you will find BruMar to be the enchanting setting that you envision.
Caffé Dolce
500 Brooks St. Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 830-3055 www.caffedolcemissoula.com
We offer a fabulous room, a seasonal patio, and food and wine for people who love food and wine. Professional pastry in house. Up to 100 people. Seasonal minimums apply—call for details.
Caffé Firenze
281 Rodeo Dr. Florence, MT 59833 (406) 273-2923
Inside seating for up to 50 guests. Outdoor patio with pergola seats up to 30 guests. Ideal for rehearsal dinners or small events. Intimate, old world Italian charm. Full-bar services.
Caras Park Pavilion
Missoula Downtown Association (406) 543-4238 www.missouladowntown.com
Set on the banks of the Clark Fork River. Covered facility, open April through October, seats up to 500, adaptable sides, stand-up reception much larger, bring your own caterer & liquor.
Coeur d’Alene Golf and Spa Resort 115 S. 2nd St. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814 (800) 365-8338 www.cdaresort.com
The Coeur d’Alene Resort’s full service Wedding Department provides you with professional coordinators that have the expertise and creativity to help you plan a day of unforgettable memories. Let us take care of your every detail from scheduling your spa appointment; arranging your floral delivery, to making sure your wedding cake arrives. www.bridesandgroomsmt.com | 71
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Hilton Garden Inn Missoula 3720 N. Reserve St. Missoula, MT 59808 (406) 532-5300 www.missoula.hgi.com autumn.kozimer@hilton.com
Elegant & sophisticated setting for ceremonies, receptions, dinner, dance. Custom menu planning (we provide all food & beverage). Special discounted guest room rates available (minimums apply).
Hidden Legend Winery is the perfect place for small wedding receptions. Space seats 50-75 guests. Packages range from space only to fully catered and decorated and everything in-between. Wine discounts available with wedding packages. Corner of Sheafman Creek Rd. & Hwy 93 N, Victor 363-MEAD (6323) • HiddenLegendWinery.com
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Izaak Walton Inn
Linda Vista Golf Course Reception Center
290 Izaak Walton Inn Road, Essex, MT 59916 (406) 888-5700 www.izaakwaltoninn.com stay@izaakwaltoninn.com
This historic railway lodge is located near Glacier National Park. Featuring rooms, cabins & caboose lodging, catering and bar. The outdoor pavilion nestled beneath towering pines makes for an ideal location for a special Montana wedding.
Kandahar Lodge
3824 Big Mountain Rd. P.O. Box 278, Whitefish, MT 59937 (800) 862-6094; (406) 862-6098 www.kandaharlodge.com jennifer@kandaharlodge.com
Located at Whitefish Mountain Resort, this intimate European-style lodge offers an elegant lobby and gourmet restaurant suited to wedding parties of less than 100 people. Café Kandahar provides catering and fully-licensed Snug Bar.
4915 Lower Miller Creek Rd., Missoula, MT 59803 (406) 251-3655 or (406) 251-4184 gia407@yahoo.com
One banquet room, seats up to 150, bring your own caterer.
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake 1380 Wisconsin Ave. Whitefish, MT 59937 (406) 863-4000 or (877) 887-4026 www.lodgeatwhitefishlake.com sales@lodgeatwhitefishlake.com
Montana’s only Four Diamond resort provides the perfect location for your special day! The Lodge at Whitefish Lake offers beautiful accommodations, indoor and outdoor event spaces, award-winning dining, spa, marina, concierge services and nature preserve.
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Weddings, Receptions Rehearsal Dinners
ission ountain Resort 883-1883 www.polsonmtresort.com
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Lolo Community Center
Mission Mountain Resort
Charming 3,600 sq. ft. ballroom includes kitchen, tables & chairs, gazebo, wedding arch, P.A. system, steam tables, coffee makers, fridge, freezer, piano, dressing room and outside picnic grounds. Bring your own caterer. $400 includes Friday pm setup (if not rented). No hidden charges. Best deal you’ll find.
Receptions and rehearsal dinners. Large deck, catering available. Provide own alcohol.
12345 Hwy 93 South P.O. Box 462, Lolo, MT 59847 (406) 273-2271 or (406) 550-2295
Polson, MT 59860 (406) 883-1883 www.polsonmtresort.com
Marshall Mountain
5250 Marshall Rd. Missoula, MT 59802 (406) 258-6000 www.marshallmountain.com marshallmountain@live.com
Only 10 minutes from Missoula, but a world apart. Private - no car or city noise. Pristine - beautiful alpine setting. Flexible - Do it your way. Your choice of catering, music, beverage service. Any size group 2 to 2000.
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Bigfork Mountain Lake Lodge Weddings • Receptions • Suites
www.mountainlakelodge.com events@mountainlakelodge.com 406.837.3800 14735 Sylvan Drive Bigfork, Montana 59911
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Your Montana Wedding Adventure Outdoor Wedding Parties and raft trips at Montana River Guides’ beautiful 40 acre Alberton Gorge Ranch on the Clark Fork River • Perfect for parties, rehearsal dinners or BBQs • Montana’s best whitewater & scenic raft trips
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Nine Mile Community CenterHistoric Church & School House 25620 Nine Mile Road Huson MT 59846 (406) 626-4687(Bob)
A real Montana wedding in the beautiful Nine Mile Valley. Charming historic church seats 72. The Schoolhouse accommodates up to 150. Kitchen available. Large outdoor spaces for tents or barbeques.
Northern Rockies Heritage Center Heritage Hall and Parade Grounds Located at Fort Missoula Missoula, MT 59804 www.nrhc.org (406) 396-4750
The historical neo-classical post headquarters offers a 2,100 sq.ft. hardwood floor ballroom with 17’ ceiling. The doors open onto the deck, brick patio and 6 acres of parade grounds. The lower level has a catering kitchen, lounge and dressing rooms. The $1475 rental fee includes 3 days: Fri 3pm – Sun 3pm (rehearsal dinner, wedding, Sunday brunch). Tables and chairs to accommodate 225 in-house guests and a 30x40 seasonal lawn tent (May-Oct).
Affordable venue in a beautiful setting for year round events For tours & bookings call Northern Rockies Heritage Center • 406/396-4750 • www.nrhc.org www.bridesandgroomsmt.com | 91
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index of advertisers
Health Western Montana Clinic....................... 35
Honeymoon Escape Tours........................................ 50
Invitations Noteworthy Paper & Press................... 47 Posh Paper Weddings.......................... 46
Music Electronic Sound & Percussion............. 29 Jane Shigley, Harpist............................ 54 Riverhaus Productions.......................... 93 Two Cats & A Fiddle............................ 66
Party Rentals & Supplies Eastgate Rental & Party Center............ 57 Party America...................................... 83 Missoula Textile Services...................... 27
Photography Cocoa Blue.......................................... 73 Dax Photography................................ 69 Deschamps Photography..................... 83 Hixson Family Photography................. 79 MDK Photography............................... 89 Michelle Nowels Photography............. 76 Mike Williams Photography................. 97
Planners
Posh Paper Weddings.......................... 46
Registry
Caffe Dolce...................................... 9, 71 DreamSleep......................................... 25 Hunting & Gathering........................... 39 The Living Room.................................. 33
Transportation
Beach Transportation........................... 39 Dollar Rent-A-Car................................. 49
Venues (Ceremony & Reception)
Alberton Gorge Ranch................... 66, 90 American Legion.................................. 66 Arrowpeak Lodge.......................... 55, 67 The Barn At Finley Point....................... 67
Belton Chalet....................................... 67 Bigfork Mountain Lake Lodge........ 88, 89 Bitterroot Banquet & Ballroom............. 67 Bitterroot River Inn......................... 67, 68 Broadway Inn................................ 70, 71 BruMar Estate................................ 69, 71 Caffe Dolce...................................... 9, 71 Caffe Firenze.................................. 71, 73 Caras Park Pavilion......................... 71, 72 Coeur D’Alene Golf & Spa Resort.…71, 75 Daly Mansion...................................... 75 The Davenport Hotel........................... 75 El-Mar Gathering Place........................ 77 Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.......... 74, 77 Gibson Mansion Bed & Breakfast......... 78 Glacier Park Lodge .......................... 3, 78 Grouse Mountain Lodge.................. 5, 80 Hamilton Grange, Banquet & Ballroom................................ 66, 80 Hellgate Elks Lodge.............................. 80 Hidden Legend Winery.................. 80, 81 Hilton Garden Inn Kalispell.................. 80 Hilton Garden Inn Missoula........... 53, 81 Holiday Inn Downtown at the Park...... 82 Il Villagio Park...................................... 82 Izaak Walton Inn............................ 85, 87 Kandahar Lodge.................................. 85 Linda Vista Golf Course........................ 85 Lodge At Whitefish Lake...................... 85 Lolo Community Center...................... 87 Marshall Mountain......................... 52, 87 Mission Mountain Resort............... 86, 87 Missoula Convention & Visitor’s Bureau................ centerfold Montana Island Lodge....... 88, centerfold Nine Mile Community Center.............. 91 Northern Rockies Heritage Center........ 91 Orchard Homes Country Life Club....... 93 St. Anthony Parish Life Center.............. 93 Snowbowl Ski & Summer Resort.......... 93 Staybridge Suites Missoula................... 93 Stevens Ranch..................................... 93 Trapper Creek Lodge........................... 93 UM Stadium Club................................ 95 University Center Ballroom.................. 95 Western Montana Fairgrounds............. 96 Whitefish Mountain Resort................... 96 www.bridesandgroomsmt.com | 99
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