PRESENTED BY + READER POLL FEATURING: BEST OF WEDDINGS & OCCASIONS READER POLL RESULTS!
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PHOTOS Andrea Paulseth, Burken Photography
YOUR BIG DAY COMES WITH A MOUNTAIN OF RESPONSIBILITY. Flowers, caterers, invitations, bartenders, cake, decor, venues – it all can be a little overwhelming. That’s why we put together our annual Weddings & Occasions guide, dedicated to making your wedding day seamless, stressless, and flawless. We’ve compiled all of the local resources you could possibly need to plan your wedding. Find more at VolumeOne.org/Weddings.
10 26Catering & Cakes Cakes & MobileCateringDessertsBartending Flowers & Design DecorInvitationsFlowers&Supplies 14 28Photography & Videography PhotoVideographersPhotographersBooths Rings & Attire RingsTuxedosHairDresses&Makeup 20 30Venues Locations& Indoor PartyOutdoorVenuesVenuesVenues Services Entertainment& Wedding PerformersDJs& Musicians Officiants TABLE OF CONTENTS WEDDINGS OCCASIONS
ADVERTISING Brian Maki, Jake Smith
COVER PHOTO Burken Photography
EDITORS Tom Giffey, Rebecca Mennecke, Parker Reed, Sawyer Hoff
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DESIGN Taylor McCumber, Hleeda Lor
LISTINGS James Johonnott
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BEST OVERALL WEDDING VENUE
Remember: your wedding and engagement pho tos are the kind of thing your mom and grandma will have framed in their living rooms for the rest of your darn life. Make your photos memo rable by choosing the perfect location. Readers agree Dixon’s Apple Orchard (22404 20th Ave., Cadott) is the best place to grab one-of-a-kind wedding and engagement photos – and one-of-
3rd Place: Irvine Park
a-kind apples, too! Snagging second place is the popular Phoenix Park in Eau Claire, which offers scenic views of the Chippewa River. Finally, find flair and drama at Chippewa Falls’ Irvine Park, where the pavilion offers a stun ning spot for photos.
3rd Place: The Florian Gardens
3rd Place: Lee’s Alterations
2nd Place: Phoenix Park
2nd Place: The Oxbow Hotel
1st Place: Dixon’s Apple Orchard
3rd Place: Saylon Seven
accomplish an easy, breezy, and beautiful look. SAXY Salon (329 Water St., Eau Claire) offers wedding hair services, makeup services, as well as coloring, haircuts, facials, tanning, and teeth whitening. VER Salon (403 Water St., Eau Claire) create a supportive, loving, inclusive environment focused on kindness, community, and team work – perfect for your special day. In third place, Saylon Seven (314 N. Barstow St., Eau Claire) offers updos and also specializes in Black women’s hair, offering cornrows, twisties, coils, and smoothing and straightening.
BEST TAILOR/ALTERATION SHOP
WEDDINGS OCCASIONS
BEST HOTEL FOR WEDDING GUESTS
THE LISMORE
So, your wedding dress is a little long. Instead of tripping over the hem and ripping the del icate fabric of your stunning dress, trust it in the capable hands of some of the best tailors in town. K Alterations Shop (221 N. Barstow St., Eau Claire) offers professional alteration services, perfect for suits, wedding dresses, or any other tailoring needs. Fastitch Alterations (1212 Hayden Ave., Altoona) specializes in zipper repairs and replacements and clothing hemming. Lee’s Alterations (1414 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire) can handle alterations on suits as well as wedding, prom, and bridesmaid dresses.
Scrolling through Pinterest, you find the per fect hairstyle. Instead of your wedding-day hair turning out just perfect for one of those “Wedding Fails” lists, trust these local salons to
3rd Place: Staybridge Suites Altoona
DIXON’S APPLE ORCHARD
BEST HAIR STYLIST FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY
So you’re ready to start planning your wedding. Where do you start? Well, roll out the red carpet and cue the music for the winners of our debut Best of Weddings & Occasions poll, part of our 2022 Best of the Chippewa Valley Reader Poll. While you wait for the results of the entire poll (which will be published in our Feb. 10 issue), here’s a peek at what our readers love the most (besides their fiancés!) when walking down the aisle. –Rebecca Mennecke
BEST LOCATION FOR WEDDING AND ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS
After a long day of celebrating with family and friends, it’s time for a quick refresh before jetting off to your honeymoon. Readers agree The Lismore (333 Gibson St., Eau Claire) is the best hotel for you and your wedding guests. Be sure to check out The Dive for some of the best drinks in town, and head over to The Informalist for brunch. In second place, check out The Oxbow Hotel (516 Galloway St., Eau Claire), which offers complimentary vinyl records to soothe your ears. Grab an Old Fashioned from The Lakely, too! Staybridge Suites (1515 Bluestem Blvd., Altoona) offers a home-like environment that is perfect to rest and recharge.
2nd Place: Fastitch Alterations
1st Place: SAXY Salon
1st Place: K Alteration Shop
1st Place: The Lismore
2nd Place: VER Salon
1st Place: Dixon’s Apple Orchard
2nd Place: The Enchanted Barn
Picking the perfect place to hold your wedding and reception may just be one of the hardest decisions of your lifetime – yes, even harder than saying “I do.” Readers agree that Dixon’s Apple Orchard (22404 20th Ave., Cadott) is the best place in the Chippewa Valley to exchange vows and seal the deal. Going for silver is award-winning venue The Enchanted Barn (1543 6 1/2 Ave., Hillsdale), which features a rustic 1880s-era barn and scenic rural views. In third place, The Florian Gardens (2340 Lorch Ave., Eau Claire) is a photographer’s paradise, with stunning views and perfect lighting.
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When it comes to a classic Midwestern vibe to your wedding day, The Enchanted Barn (1543 6½ Ave., Hillsdale) is just the way to go, with their stunning 1880s-era barn and scenic rural views. In second place, Dixon’s Apple Orchard (22404 20th Ave., Cadott) boasts stunning orchard views – and delicious apples, too! In third place, check out The Barn on Stoney Hill (27192 170th Ave., Cornell), which provides an elegant yet rustic setting for your celebration.
1st Place: The Enchanted Barn
BEST RUSTIC WEDDING VENUE
3rd Place: The Barn on Stoney Hill
BEST PLACE TO GET WEDDING GIFTS
3rd Place: Kay Jewelers
A wedding cake shouldn’t just look spectacular; it should taste a-freaking-mazing. That’s why readers voted Em’inent Desserts as the best place in the Chippewa Valley to get a wedding cake. This home-based bakery offers custom sweet treats. Another home-based bakery, Michayla’s Sweets, is sure to catch your eye, as they stole silver with their incredible-looking creations. In third place, check out Bloomer Bakery (1415 Main St., Bloomer) offers award-winning baked goods.
2nd Place: SAXY Salon
2nd Place: Eric’s Diamonds & Fine Jewelry
BEST PLACE TO GET RINGS
Struggling with the perfect gift to get your brid al party? Or maybe your guests are looking for ideas for gifts that are meaningful for you and your honey? That’s where Forever Flowers by Abbie comes in, taking your bridal bouquets and transforming them into forever pieces of art. In second place, The Local Store & Volume One Gallery (205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire) offers a plethora of gift ideas, including custom gift baskets full of locally made candles, chocolates, and coffees. Who could say “no” to that? In third place, Tangled Up in Hue (505 S. Barstow St., Suite B, Eau Claire) offers locally made art, jew elry, and home goods.
We know the struggle: Your bridesmaids all have different heights, skin tones, and body types. How are you supposed to get dresses that look spectac ular on everyone in your bridal party? Readers agree Foreign 5’s Bridal Sweet (123 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls) is the place to go. In second place, David’s Bridal (4840 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire) offers countless affordable options.
3rd Place: Off the Rack Bridal Consignment
BEST PLACE TO GET YOUR WEDDING MAKEUP DONE
No bride wants to look like a wet raccoon on her wedding day, which is why they should trust the expert hands of Makeup by Maddie, which offers natural luxury wedding and event make up. In second place, SAXY Salon (329 Water St., Eau Claire) offers seamless makeup services to ensure there’s not a single eyelash out of place in your photos. Finally, Gloss Beautique (4330 Golf Terrace, Suite 110, Eau Claire) offers unique airbrush makeup application, allowing for all-day wear.
Say “yes” to the dress – and not just any dress, but the perfect dress at these best-ranked
Off the Rack Bridal World Consignment Boutique (1825 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire) offers a little something for every one, including flower girl dresses and mother-of- the-bride attire.
1st Place: Lasker Jewelers
2nd Place: The Local Store & Volume One Gallery
2ndLewallenPlace: Michayla’s Sweets
1st Place: Em’inent Desserts - Emily
3rd Place: Bloomer Bakery
1st Place: Foreign 5’s Bridal Sweet
1st Place: Forever Flowers by Abbie
3rd Place: Gloss Beautique
1st Place: Foreign 5’s Bridal Sweet
Just like every bride wants to make a bang when she walks down the aisle, every groom needs his “wow” moment, too. That’s why readers trust Foreign 5’s Bridal Sweet (123 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls) for grooms’ attire. Muldoon’s Men’s Wear (1506 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire) features regular, big, tall, short, and small sizes. In third place, Men’s Wearhouse (4619 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire) features top designer brands to keep you looking fresh on your big day.
BEST REHEARSAL DINNER VENUE
1st Place: Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse 2nd Place: Cowboy Jack’s 3rd Place: Houligans Steak & Seafood Pub
2nd Place: David’s Bridal
2nd Place: Dixon’s Apple Orchard
2nd Place: David’s Bridal
Poll voters believe there’s a reason that “Ask her” rhymes with “Lasker”: Lasker Jewelers (3705 Oakwood Mall Drive, Eau Claire) tops the ranks for the best place to get wed ding bands. In second place, independently owned Eric’s Diamonds and Fine Jewelry (111 N. Bridge St, Chippewa Falls) offers custom jewelry designs for a specialized ring for your life partner. In third place, Kay Jewelers (Oakwood Mall, Eau Claire) offers timeless rings that could someday become family heirlooms.
2nd Place: Muldoon’s Men’s Wear 3rd Place: Men’s Wearhouse
In second place, David’s Bridal (4840 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire) offers countless affordable options. Off the Rack Bridal World Consignment Boutique (1825 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire) offers a little something for everyone, including flower girl dresses and mother-of- the-bride attire.
1st Place: Foreign 5’s Bridal Sweet
wedding dress shops in the Chippewa Valley. Volume One readers say Foreign 5’s Bridal Sweet (123 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls) is the place to go to find your perfect wedding attire.
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BEST PLACE TO GET A BRIDESMAID DRESS
3rd Place: Tangled Up in Hue
1st Place: Makeup by Maddie
The rehearsal dinner is an important time to con nect with family and friends who have traveled from far and wide to join you on your special day. And Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse (4751 Owen Ayres Court, Eau Claire) knows a thing or two about making important moments feel magical, as they consistently rank at the top of our Reader Poll. In second place, Cowboy Jack’s (1432 Front Porch Place, Altoona) brings a more relaxed vibe to a rehearsal dinner, with their relaxing outdoor patio in the summertime. In third place, Houligans Steak & Seafood Pub (415 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire) brings unique food to the table.
FOREVER FLOWERS BY ABBIE
BEST PLACE TO GET A WEDDING CAKE
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BEST PLACE TO GET A WEDDING DRESS
BEST PLACE TO RENT A TUX
3rd Place: Off the Rack Bridal World Consignment Boutique
3rd Place: Billy’s Grill & Catering
BEST COVER BAND
2nd Place: Leeza Marie Photography
2nd Place: Cody Limousines
Your wedding photos are the kind of photos that will be framed in your living room for the rest of your life, so it’s best to choose a pho tographer whose work you admire. Max Lee Photography brings years of experience as a professional portrait and wedding photogra pher to capture the thoughtful details of your wedding day. In second place, Leeza Marie Photography goes above and beyond to cap ture the moments that matter. In third place, Mona Lisa Shutters captures photos that are as incredible as their namesake: Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa
1st Place: Pulse Party Bus
2nd Place: The Dweebs
1st Place: The Joy Booth
2nd Place: Wildwood Films
3rd Place: Bear Creek Band
2nd Place: Bijou Bistro & Catering
THE JOY BOOTH
3rd Place: Kaleidoscope Entertainment
3rd Place: Chubb’s Party Bus & Dick’s Limo Service
THE ENCHANTED BARN
1st Place: KP Katering
BEST WEDDING DJ
3rd Place: Mona Lisa Shutters
–Parker Reed
1st Place: Uncommon Denominator
3rd Place: Carlson Entertainment
Someday, you might just show your kids (or your dog, or your cat, or your pet guinea pig) your wedding video. Would you rather show off Snapchat videos, or a professional piece of art?
BEST CATERING COMPANY
3rd Place: Alpha-Lit Chippewa Valley
Drop the beat! When it comes to spinning a good tune, these local DJ services know where it’s at. In first place, All Occasions DJ Service (101 Ferry St., Suite A, Eau Claire) blazes the DJ trails, offering DJs, lighting, officiants, photo booths, and more. In second place, Carlson Entertainment (1235A Menomonie St., Eau Claire) offers upscale event services, hiring out solo artists and musician groups, as well as providing DJ services, light and sound, and videography. In third place, Kaleidoscope Entertainment is the premier entertainment lighting and DJ service, serving the Chippewa Valley with a full spectrum of light and sound.
Nothing makes attending a wedding worse than awful entertainment. You’re telling me the only thing to do is talk to your Great Aunt Sue? No thanks. Instead, be sure to check out The Joy Booth, which offers on-site photo booth fun! In second place, The Star Booth aims to make everyone feel like a star with their photo booth services. In third place, Alpha-Lit Chippewa Valley offers marquee letter rentals that will brighten up your wedding – like, literally.
3rd Place: Brent Douglas
BEST WEDDING FLORIST
While your wedding day passes by in a blur, these local catering companies make sure at least one thing is memorable: the food. In first place is KP Katering (2445 Alpine Road, Eau
2nd Place: Carlson Entertainment
2nd Place: The Star Booth
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1st Place: Fersk Flora Artistry
2nd Place: Hive & Hollow
Claire), a full-service catering business that specializes in weddings. In second place, Bijou Bistro & Catering (2629 E. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire) offers some of the most sophisticated and refined catering services in the area. For a more laid-back, classic Midwestern approach (yes, including cheese curds!), give Billy’s Grill & Catering (1019 15th Ave., Bloomer) a taste.
It’s easy to forget the mundane moments that inevitably come with your wedding day, and getting to and from each venue are among those moments. Thanks to these top-ranking transpor tation businesses, those moments aren’t mun dane at all. In first place, Pulse Party Bus (2819 Knapp St., Menomonie) offers transportation that will light up your night! With their sleek limos, Cody Limousines brings a more classic approach to transportation. In third place, Chubb’s Party Bus and Dick’s Limo Service offers a stylish way to make an entrance.
Attention to detail is one of the most important things to look for when choosing a wedding florist. How would you like nothing but dead, wilted flowers on your big day? Thankfully, Fersk Flora Artistry goes above and beyond by specializing in floral designs that reflect your spirit and tell your story. In second place, Hive & Hollow (809 Wilson Ave., Menomonie) backs up its wedding floral services with eco-friendly sustainability initiatives. In third place, Brent Douglas (610 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire) brings years of Chippewa Valley service experience to your special day.
1st Place: KV Films
BEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
1st Place: Max Lee Photography
BEST WEDDING ENTERTAINMENT (NON-BAND, NON-DJ)
BEST WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER
Readers trust KV Films to capture the candid, real, special moments that are part of tying the knot. In second place, Minneapolis-based Wildwood Films captures the sense of exhili ration and adventure that marks your wedding day. In third place, Carlson Entertainment (1235A Menomonie St., Eau Claire) offers pre miere video services.
BEST TRANSPORTATION BUSINESS
Finding a decent coverband is common enough, but finding a stellar one is truly uncommon. In first place for best cover band we have Uncommon Denominator, a high-energy outfit filled with young musicians putting their jazzy spin on pop radio bangers. Following them in second place are area favorite The Dweebs, whose brand of nerd rock continues to dazzle the Chippewa Valley. In third place is Bear Creek Band, whose light-on-the-years music is sure to provide a fun atmosphere for any event.
1st Place: All Occasions DJ Service
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Sue’s Deluxe Bake Shop 1319 Birch St., Eau Claire • (715) 552-3931 • facebook. com A neighborhood favorite, Sue’s mostly homemade items includes custard angel foods, decorated cakes, buns, breads, cookies, Danish kringlesand sweet rolls, bars, sweet breads, and more.
Fat Boys Family Restaurant Catering Services 1312 Main St., Bloomer • (715) 568-4464 • fat-boys.net Customize your menu to exactly what you want from a large list of options from pizza, sandwich es, salads soups, potatoes, prime rib, and more.
Bijou Catering 2629 East Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 832-6778 • eauclaire chef@hotmail.com • bijou-bistro.com Full service catering presented by Head Chef Anthony Draganowski will provide you
Famous Daves 2911 Mall Dr., Eau Claire • (715) 835-2227 • famousdaves.com Fa mous Dave’s catering crews bring plates of lip-smackin’ barbeque to all occa sions. Full service, pick-up, and delivery options.
Chic Sweets Desserts 1120 122nd Street, Eau Claire • 715.864.3285 • chicsweets desserts.com Elegant wedding cakes, cupcakes, cake pops, and other desserts. Farrah offers tasting consultations, and a wide array of flavors.
Gladys’ Dazzling Desserts Menomonie • (715) 309-8117 • gladysdazzlingdesserts@ gmail.com • gladysdazzlingdesserts.web starts.com Famous for signature chocolate misty mint bars Czech kolaches, minibundt cakes, tartlets, pies, cookies, and bars. Contact for a consultation.
The French Press - Catering thefrench presseauclaire.com The French Press offers an expansive catering menu fea turing pasta, beef, pork, chicken, fish, and vegetarian entrees.
with a unique and sophisticated experi ence. Serving hors d’oeuvres, culinary displays, carving & pasta stations, buffets, dessert menus, and beverages.
Take the Cake (715) 828-9864 • ta kethecake@charter.net • takethecake-cv. com Take the Cake offers a variety of delicious cheesecakes, ranging from the traditional New York to the more exotic Espresso. With pride in their homemade quality, they use only the freshest ingre dients. Each cake is made to order, from scratch, by hand, and fresh.
Burrachos Catering Services (715) 8341843 • burrachos.com Burrachos can cater your event with burritos, taco bar, or the late night nacho bar.
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Cakes by Felton facebook.com/cakesby felton From cakes with toppers, cake pops, chocolate strawberries, macarons, and more.
Bloomer Bakery 1415 Main St., Bloomer • (715) 568-3321 • facebook.com/bloomer bakery/ A classic hometown bakery spe cializing in quality donuts, danish, breads, and cakes.
Josef’s Cheesecake 29 West Spring Street, Chippewa Falls • josefsweets. com Serving made-to-order cheesecake cupcakes, full cheesecakes, cupcakes, cakes, macarons, sticky rolls, and more.
Fancy Cakes By Staci (715) 723-4197 • fancycakesbystaci@gmail.com • facebook. com/gr8cakes Staci’s cakes are unique, made-to-order, and with a focus on nat ural ingredients. Call to schedule a free consutlation.
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HyVee Bakery hy-vee.com/shop/Bak ery-C11.aspx HyVee’s bakery can do the classic tiered wedding cake, custom de signs, stacks of pie, donut towers, dessert buffets, and more.
Billy’s Grill & Catering 1019 15th Ave., Bloomer • (715) 828-1186 • billysgrill-cater ing.com Its catering options feature hearty meals of BBQ beef, pork, chicken, turkey, Italian, seafood, potatoes, salads, vegeta bles, appetizers, and more.
Norske Nook Wedding Pies Locations in Osseo, Rice Lake, and Hayward • (715) 234-1733 • norskenook.com/bakery/ Norske Nook wedding pies offer an alternative to or a supplement to the traditional tiered cake display at your wedding. Wide array of sizes (including mini pies) and fillings including fruits, creams, chocolate, glu te-friendly, NSA, candy pies, and more.
Catering Bye Design byethewillow.com/ catering-bye-design Offers buffet lines, customization stations, chocolate foun tains, dessert bars, artistically arranged grazing boards, appetizers, cupcakes, and more.
Dessert First 2425 Seymour Road, Eau Claire • (715) 833-8440 • getdessertfirst. com Dessert First creates a number of wedding treats including cupcakes, mini-cupcakes, colossal cupcakes, mini-cheesecakes, and cookies. A massive amount of flavor options for your custom order. Offers discounts with partnering wedding vendors.
Buttercream Cakes & Desserts (715) 832-4048 or (651) 430-9654 • buttercream. eauclaire@gmail.com • buttercream. info Buttercream offers signature wed ding cake flavors with a wide array of sig nature flavor options, and custom designs & presentations. They can provide cake stand rentals and dessert tables. They also make cheesecakes, dessert buffets, cupcakes, and much more.
CREATIVE COOKIES. Cookies from Van Dough’s Bake Shop feature intricate frosting and artistic detailing.
CATERING & CAKES
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The French Press - Bakery 2823 London Rd., Eau Claire • (715) 598-7017 • the frenchpresseauclaire.com Dessert offerings include sheet cakes, cupcakes, bakery, french macarons, cookies, brownies & bars, pies, crostadas, tarts, crisps, cheese cakes, and unique creations.
Festival Foods Catering Services (715) 838-1000 • festivalfoods.com Festival Foods features options including party platters, sandwich buffets, and breakfast buffets.
HyVee Catering hy-vee.com HyVee offers an expansive and affordable catering se lection for weddings, as well as uniquely tailored specialty buffet bars like sushi, pizza, sliders, and more.
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Michayla’s Sweets 7152146559 • michay lassweets@gmail.com • michaylassweets. wixsite.com/sweet Buttercream layer cakes, buttercream cupcakes, custom sugar cookies, and custom dessert tables (which can also include macarons, pret zels, dark chocolate brownies, cake pops, and more.
Bresina’s Carry Out 10 Jefferson Ave, Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-7869 • facebook. com/BresinasCarryout A take out restau rant. Grab your order and take it to your event. Serves plenty of food, but the bulk orders of chicken and Jo Jo’s are the crowd favorite.
Your food and drink decisions will help shape the your cocktail hour and re ception. The classic, white, multi-tiered wedding cake still reigns supreme, but modern weddings are incorporating additional dessert options like cupcakes, donut walls, wedding pies, and more, so get creative! If you’re booking a venue without exclusive catering, your choice of caterer will likely the the second vendor you book. Full-service caterers can arrange plated meals, appetizers, buffets, carving stations, meal customization, beverages, and more in a variety of styles to fit your wedding goals. Caterers and bakers will often arrange tasting sessions at a small cost so you can sample and get the right vendor for you. A number of restaurants (some listed here) offer limited food delivery for recep tions or your small party venue. Some caterers, and mobile bartenders, offer professional bar service if your venue doesn’t have a license. –James Johonnott
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Em’inent Desserts • em-inent-desserts. myshopify.com/ Emily makes wedding cakes, cupcakes, macarons, candy cakes, cake pops and more with a wide array of varieties like chocolate ganache, fruit fillings, buttercream frosting, and more.
Augusta Bakery 144 W. Lincoln St., Augusta • (715) 286-4700 • facebook.com/ augustabaker Augusta Bakery can provide cakes and cupcakes for weddings in addi tion to their traditional pastries, cookies, breads, and award-winning donuts.
The Bake Shop & More 216 W. Main St., Durand • (715) 672-8775 • thebakeshopand more@gmail.com • bakeshopandmore. com Offers special occasion desserts with signature flavor cakes, cupcakes pies and pies.
Free Pour Mobile Bartending freepour mobilebars.com A veteran-owned mobile bartending company that services Western Wiscon sin. Hires passionate and experienced bartenders. Can also provide luxury restroom trailer.
Northwoods Grazing facebook.com/ northwoodsgrazing/ Northwoods Grazing creates beautiful and delicious grazing boxes and tables for your events.
Lucy’s Deli & Restaurant Catering 117 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 720-9800 • foreign5.com/lucys-de li Lucy’s Deli caters events in Chippewa Falls. Featuring sandwiches, their famous hot beefs, wrap platters, homemade soups, breakfast trays, and gooey sweet rolls.
UW-Stout Catering (715) 232-3463 • mcraer@uwstout.edu • uwstout.edu/dining/ catering/ The catering services available at UW-Stout are also available off-campus (within 5 miles, in Menomonie). Featuring lunch & dinner buffets, box lunches, and appetizers.
KP Katering Eau Claire • (715) 855-9055
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• kpkatering@aol.com • kpkatering. com KP Catering offers the full gamut of catering options. Buffets, hors d’oeuvres, plated dinners, chef carving stations, guest-customized stations, desserts, social & cocktail hour menus, and more. Taste testing sessions at their kitchen, full choice of china and table settings, table decorations and floral displays, setup & teardown included.
sides in party-size versions of menu items.
Red Coal BBQ (715) 514-1023 • facebook. com/RedCoalBBQ Red Coal BBQ caters event-sized versions of your favorite BBQ menu items: smoked meats, beef briskets, pulled pork, mac & cheese, baked beans, corn bread, and much more. Red Coal also provides catering from Southside Soul’s menu, featuring rib tips, Chicago style beef, fried chicken, and more.
Live Great Food Catering 715-220-6084
Mancino’s Catering Services 4056 Com monwealth Ave, Eau Claire • (715) 835-4000 and 835-4100 • mancino seauclaire.com Mancinos offers grinder platters, party salads, pasta platters, cookie platters, and any other sides on the menu such as chips, drinks, and soups.
Heather Rae Mobile Bartending tending.comcombilebartending@gmail.hrmo•hrmobilebar
Heather Rae bartending is an intimate experience for your guests at a wedding of any vibe. Heather can help create a specialized menu of cocktails for your event. Based out of Milwaukee but will travel as far as Minneapolis. Can bring extensive or downscaled supplies, depending on needs of the venue.
All Occasions DJ Service (715) 8283536 • Info@AllOccasionsDJService.net • alloccasionsdjservice.com An all-around service, All Occasions wedding packages include music, lighting, and production for the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, dance. Optional add-on services include officiation, mobile bar services, and photo booths.
Karl’s BBQ Express (715) 828-7910 • barbqexpress.catering@gmail.com • karlsb bqexpress.com Authentic pit barbecue for catering, pick-up, delivery, and vending. Meat choices include pork, ribs, brisket, turkey, and sausage links. Served with classic bbq pit sides, with lemonade or iced tea by the gallon.
• livegreatfoodcatering@gmail.com • livegreatfood.com Live Great Food caters unique creations for plated dinner, buffet, or family style meals, or served out of their mobile food truck. Meals include handmade pastas, roasted porchetta, amish chicken, hors d’oeuvres, trout, and much more. Also offering mismatched plate rental.
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Life Support BBQ facebook.com/LifeSup portBBQeauclaire Need tasty barbecue, stat? Life Support BBQ will provide the meaty jolt your tastebuds need. With the help of their specialized smoker-outfitted trailer – dubbed the “Hambulance” – Life Support specializes in mouth-watering roasted pork. Works with any budget.
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Noodles & Co. Catering 4653 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • (715) 858-9000 • noodles.com/eauclaire Featuring 8 serving entree pans, dessert trays, and shareable
DO take a minimum of 20 minutes after the ceremony to be with your brandnew spouse, just the two of you, to breathe and relax. The rest of the day and night will be full of activity.
give yourself grace. It’s very common to be nervous and it’s pretty likely that something will go wrong, but that’s all OK! In the end, you are marrying the person you want to spend the rest of your life with.
Kim Munsch is an event planner and designer, and the owner of Kim Louise Designs, a wedding planning service that can help you plan your special day. For more information (and tips for your wedding!), facebook.com/kimlouiseevents.visit
DON’T try to please everyone. Make sure you and your fiancé(e) spend time talking about the things that are most important to you for that day. Tip: Each of you write down what are your top three parts of your wedding (For example, music, pho tography, food). Then come together to determine the top three overall. This can help you when determining where to budget money.
DON’T handle all the details yourself! Let someone else handle the details of the day so you can truly enjoy every part. The day flies by faster than you can imagine so soak in every moment possible!
DON’T forget to drink lots of water. You are very
DO make sure all your vendors have the same timeline. This keeps everyone informed and organized. This also keeps vendors and others from hav ing to ask you lots of questions. Be sure to over-communicate.
wedding planner Kim Munsch offers tips for brides & grooms to avoid sweating the small stuff
DON’T fall in love with weddings you see on Pinterest. Pinterest is an incred ible place for inspiration (and I love Pinterest) but a lot of things you find end up costing way over your budget.
DO go out for a date with your signifi cant other at least once a week and do not talk about wedding stuff. It’s important to not forget to nurture your relationship so it can con tinue to grow strong.
WEDDINGS OCCASIONS
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busy, and staying hydrated is im portant. It’s easy to forget, so don’t be afraid to ask someone to keep offering you a drink of water or set a few reminders on your phone. Tip: always have a dry towel with the water so condensation does not drip onto your dress/tux and leave water spots.
The list of services Hy-Vee offers doesn’t end there: They can help with decor, invi tations, signature cocktail toussharefamilythank-youandorganizingcreations,partyfavors,findingtheperfectnotesforandfriendswhointhismomenoccasion.“Wetrynottoever
about,” says Bakery Designer Alex Melichar. “I look forward to helping create long-lasting memories through cake for our Hy-Vee cus tomers.”Hy-Vee’s bakery department creates cakes that feature critically acclaimed whipped icing and fondant detail ing that can’t be found at any other Eau Claire bakery. Their decorators aren’t just bakers: They’re artists.“There’s something magical about bringing an idea to life and seeing the joy my creations bring to others,” says Bakery Designer Katie Nicholson.
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And accomplishing your vision for your wedding day starts with the three most important details: cakes, catering, and flow ers. (Well, that’s besides the most important thing of all: getting hitched.)
“THERE’S SOMETHING MAGICAL ABOUT BRINGING AN IDEA TO LIFE AND SEEING THE JOY MY CREATIONS BRING TO OTHERS.”
Hy-Vee’s attention to detail doesn’t end at the icing. While many mar ried people can attest that their wedding day passes in a blur, Hy-Vee wants to ensure their catering is as memora ble as the moment you say “I do.” Hy-Vee’s catering department offers fresh buffet and specialty bars, shrimp and seafood trays, chicken wings, sandwich and sub trays, fruit and veggie trays, charcuterie boards, and all sorts of customizable catering options to fit the feel of your special day.
Whether you’re looking to organize a des sert bar – complete with mini pies, cheese cakes, cupcakes, spritz cookies, cinnamon rolls, brownies, and even more customizable options – or create an ornate, traditional, three-tier cake, accented with flowers that match your color scheme, the Hy-Vee team can make it happen.
“The customization piece is really huge for weddings and occasions,” says Brandon Hofeldt, the store’s general manager, adding that it’s always best to bring a few ideas when you stop by the store to describe your vision. “We like to have pictures because then we know exactly what you’re looking for.”
Every couple is paired up with a Hy-Vee point person, who seamlessly integrates the little details into the bigger picture, so you can focus on the most important thing: getting married.“The people we look for when we’re hir ing are the people who are passionate about taking care of the customer no matter what it takes,” Hofeldt says. “It really creates a strong bond here at the store and helps our custom er experience.”
LOVE AT FIRST BITE
“We are helping people on one of their best days, or one of their worst days,” says Hy-Vee bakery manager Layla Osley. “We get to help facilitate how that day goes for them.”
Hy-Vee can also take the restlessness out of your roses by handling your floral needs. Their fresh corsages, boutonnières, and bridal bouquets are all created with care, emphasizing your personality, color prefer ences, and the time of year – making the most of your design choices to make your dreams blossom into reality.
For more information about Hy-Vee’s wedding offerings, visit hy-vee.com.
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say no,” Hofeldt says. “We have some of the most talented designers in the city; they can do a lot of intricate stuff.”
- Katie Nicholson, Hy-Vee® Bakery Designer
Hy-Vee’s expert team of professional bakers, florists, and caterers make your wedding dreams a reality
“I’ve always had a penchant for creativity, and I’m grateful to be able to make a fulfill ing career out of something I’m passionate
THE CREATION OF EVERY WEDDING CAKE AT HY-VEE IN EAU CLAIRE begins with a conversation: How do you envision your wedding day? What kind of color scheme are you looking at? Where will your wedding and reception be held? Can you tell me how the two of you met? How many people will be in attendance?Andwhile the thought of planning every single minute detail of both the wedding ceremony and reception can be somewhat overwhelming, Hy-Vee’s team of experienced wedding professionals are both trained and prepared to help you and your spouse-to-be ensure that every part of your day is execut ed with precision, accuracy, and attention to detail – without causing any anxiety on your special day.
SMILE! Kendra Burdick from Burken Photography captures a wedding at the River Prairie Event Center.
[V] Imagery + Design (715) 533-1867 • shawn@vimageryanddesign.com • vimageryanddesign.com • Starting at $1,650, Engagement session for $300, 2nd photographer for $65/hour Packages include 6-8 hours of coverage, photo planning assistance, digital and print photos, optional engagement session, and additional photographers for more angles. They can also do smaller, more intimate wedding packages, and engage ment sessions only.
Iconostar Productions LLC Eau Claire • (715) 835-6446 • iconostar@yahoo.com • Iconostar.com • Videography $300-$1,295 | Ask about photo pricing Video packages include ceremony, ceremony + recep tion, or full day coverage, additional videographers during the reception, wireless microphones to record the vows, and additional add-on options.
Burken Photography facebook.com/ BurkenPhotography Family, engagement, couples, and wedding photo shoots.
Christy Janeczko Photography (715) 403-3123 • christy@christyjphotogra phy.com • christyjphotography.com • Average of investment $4,500 Christy offers a personalized experience, specializ ing in natural light, natural environment pho tography. Engagement session included, hand-made print photo album, online photo gallery, and additional optional heirloom items.
Always Over the Top Photography (715) 552-2761 • drsteinke@yahoo.com
Kara & Co Photography (715) 491-0289 • kara@karaandco.com • karaandco. com Specializing in weddings, engage ment photos, kids & family photos, and seniors photo shoots. Kara and Arnie are high-energy and excited to celebrate the good times with their clients.
Ambers Photography (715) 835-7733 • dave@ambersphoto.com • ambersphoto. com • $600-$1,300 Ambers photography offers complete coverage during the ceremony, and can provide reception coverage at additional cost. Package prices vary determined on how many and what size prints you purchase.
Prices vary widely with the level of coverage provided, but expect around $2,500 for the midpoint on a wedding photography package. (Listed prices are available on the vendor’s websites, but inquire for more specific options.) You might get to know your photographer well in the lead-up to the wedding, and some are happy to provide insight and experience to help coordinate photo shoots. You can get a feel for a photographer or videographer’s style on their website galleries. A photo booth can provide entertainment and an engaging way for your guests to remember the night. - James Johonnott
Boesl Portrait Design (715) 205-0313 • jess@boeslportraitdesign.com • boeslpor traitdesign.com • $1,600-$2,500 Packages include 5-9 hours of coverage, included engagement session, 1-2 photographers, digital photo galleries, photo CD, and 40-60 page print photo book.
Andi Stempniak Photography andis tempniak.com • Starting at $2,550 Pack ages include two photographers for better angles, with an emphasis on inti mate shoots and natural lighting. Offers engagement sessions.
Photographers
fers wedding stationary services for save the date, invitations, and thank you cards.
Packages include 6-10 hours cover age, online gallery, a printed wedding album, and complimentary engagement session.
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Alisha Marie Photography 715271-4549 • alisha@alisha-marie.com • alisha-marie.com • Starting at $3,450. Engagement session for $3,450. Wed ding package includes 8 hour wedding day coverage, 2 photographers, digital images and printing rights. Optional engagement sessions.
Beyond Photography (715) 514-4848 • beyond.photography@hotmail.com • pho tographybeyond.com • Starting at $750+ (3hr) to $2300+ (10hr) | Video services are $950 (3hr) to $2500 (10hr) Packages can include 1-2 photographers, hourly cover age time, engagement sessions includ ed in 2 photographer package, photo sessions, online galleries, optional add-on prints and books, and more. Also offers videographer and audio services to create a 5-10 min preview edit, and 20-40min full edit.
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Availeth Photography availethphotog raphy.com • $2,225+ Packages include 4, 8, and 10 hours of coverage options, engagement session, complimentary prints, online gallery, 2nd photographer, and 10x10 wedding album options.
KV Films kvfilmsweddings.com • $400 engagement | $2850 photography or video KV Films does photography and videography for weddings, elopments, engagements, and save the dates.
Lasting Images Videography (715) 309-9601 • beau@livwedding.com • livwedding.com • $950-$1,500 Photogra phy | $700-1200 Videography Provides photography, videography, and photo booth packages. Packages include 2 photographers, pre-ceremony and cere mony photos, bridal party/family photos, reception, engagement session, profes sionally edited video, optional add-ons, photobooth attendant, and more.
Includes 2 photographers, all day or hourly coverage, handmade album of your favorite pic tures, engagement session included, no travel fees, online gallery, day of video or printed album, and guest cards. Also of
MAKING MEMORIES
Edge-E Photography (715) 404-5878 • edgeephotography@gmail.com • edgeephotography.com Edge-E’s aim is to create raw, inspiring, and boundless photos. Eric focuses on organic, natural moments with occasional guidance for posing. Offers wedding, engagement, boudoir, and more.
• alwaysoverthetopphotography.com
• $1,599-1,999 | 2nd photographer for $300 | $200 engagement session Wed ding packages can include ceremony, reception, or the whole day coverage. Second photographer can be added to help organize photo shoots. Packages include 600-1300 photos total. A la carte engagement photo session.
Erik Weiss Photography dayEngagementphotography.com/investmenterikweiss•$150+|$1200-1800wedding
Leslie Duffy Photography rleslieduffy@gmail.com • leslieduffy. com Leslie Duffy is a sun chaser, art ist, and lady boss who loves shooting engagements, portraits, weddings, and more. She’ll be organized during your wedding so your photo shoots are stressfree.
Andrew Samplawski Photography (715) 289-3773 • raphy.comphotography.comandrew@samplawski•samplawskiphotog•Startingat$2,599
Leeze Marie Photography leezamarie photography.com • $200 engagements | $1500+ weddings Eleva-based portrait and wedding photographer. Inquire to learn more about her wedding and en gagement photography packages.
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Jennifer Maren Photography 952-2401312 • jen@jennifermarenphotography. com • jennifermarenphotography.com • Average quote of $2500 | $250 for 1 hour engagement session Jennifer Maren offers simple packages, customized to the client, to capture the majority of tra ditional weddings’ natural moments and emotions. Also available for elopements and destination weddings. All prices are customized.
Photography and videography are a sure fireway to make sure your special day can be remembered the way you want. Many of these professionals pro vide multiple services, and offer discounted packages for less time, include an engagement photo shoot, or multiple photographers to get multiple angles and organize photo shoots. An engagement photo shoot offers a good chance to get a feel for a photographer’s style.
[ Smiley Productions ] (715) 495-7180 • smileyphotobusiness@yahoo.com • face book.com/SmileyProductions • $2,500$3,000 Packages can include 8-12 hours of coverage, engagement sessions, 2 photographers, and 250-500 final images. Danielle can offer knowledge on idea lo cations for the best engagement shoots.
Lasting Images Videography (715) 3099601 • beau@livwedding.com • livwedding. com Provides photography, videography, and photo booth packages. Packages include 2 photographers, pre-ceremony and ceremony photos, bridal party/family photos, reception, engagement session, professionally edited video, optional addons, photobooth attendant, and more.
MLW Photography, LLC facebook.com/ MLWPhotographyLLC Miranda at MLW Photography does wedding photo shoots, lifestyle, and body-inclusive boudoir.
Videographers
Iconostar Productions LLC Eau Claire • (715) 835-6446 • iconostar@yahoo.com • Iconostar.com • Videography $300-$1,295 | Ask about photo pricing Video packages include ceremony, ceremony + recep tion, or full day coverage, additional videographers during the reception, wireless microphones to record the vows, and additional add-on options.
Rock n Roll To Go Plus (715) 839-7951
• tony@showtimeentertainmentllc.com
Beyond Photography (715) 514-4848 • beyond.photography@hotmail.com • pho tographybeyond.com • Starting at $750+ (3hr) to $2300+ (10hr) | Video services are $950 (3hr) to $2500 (10hr) Packages can include 1-2 photographers, hourly coverage time, engagement sessions included in 2 photographer package, photo sessions, online galleries, optional add-on prints and books, and more. Also
Photo Booth Ent photoboothent.com Pro viding photobooth rentals with a variety of
Lumi Imagery lumiimagery.com • Contact for quote Abby at Lumi Imagery photographs weddings and engagements. Abby works with couples to curate a specially planned wedding journey including what photographs well at the wedding and a style guide. Her editing style is emulated off of film to look time less, classic, and elegant.
Always Over the Top Photography (715) 552-2761 • drsteinke@yahoo.com • alwaysoverthetopphotography.com Wed ding packages can include ceremony, reception, or the whole day coverage. Second photographer can be added to help organize photo shoots. Packages include 600-1300 photos total. A la carte engagement photo session.
The Star Booth: Mobile Photo Booth (715) 598-4771 • info@starboothfun.com
Samantha Boos Photography (715) 382-6621 • info@samanthaboosphotog raphy.com • samanthaboosphotography. com Natural light portrait photographer, Samantha Boos captures engagement shoots with a mix of candid and posed shots.
ShowTime Entertainment (715) 821-1100
• starboothfun.com Star Booth provides your photo booth with an attendant, themes & props, graphics, memory book album, custom scrapbooks, and more.
Lasting Images Videography (715) 309-9601 • beau@livwedding.com • livwedding.com • $950-$1,500 Photogra phy | $700-1200 Videography Provides photography, videography, and photo booth packages. Packages include 2 photographers, pre-ceremony and cere mony photos, bridal party/family photos, reception, engagement session, profes sionally edited video, optional add-ons, photobooth attendant, and more.
• showtimeentertainmentdj.com Offers detailed event planning, uplighting, cere mony sound, wireless mics, all day music coverage, award-winning photo booths, and cinematic videos.
Nathan Carlsen Photography •thancarlsenphotography.com/index.phpnaContactforquote
Mona Lisa Shutters monalisashut ters.com/Investments • $2300-$3500+ weddings | $300 engagements Photo packages include 5-7 hours of cover age, 1-2 photographers, sunset photos, pre-ceremony coverage, engagement sessions, prints, and optional add-ons like videography, hair & makeup work, sneak peak & rehearsal dinner photos, and more.
Photo Booths
MiPhotobooth 616-402-7496 • miphoto booth.com Rents & delivers photo booths for your event.
Carlson Entertainment 715-598-7107 • info@carlsonentertainment.com • carlso nentertainment.com Combines wedding DJ, MC, and event planning with an ex perienced professional, complete event coverage, and customized with awesome music, and unique introductions. Can provide musicians, videography, and photo booths.
Life and Style Photography (715) 6420101 • jodee@lifeandstylephotography. com • lifeandstylephotography.com Jodee has an emphasis on fresh & natural shooting, getting the shots of life in motion rather than directed photo shots to get the emotion felt on your wedding day.
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Always Over the Top Photography (715) 552-2761 • drsteinke@yahoo.com • alwaysoverthetopphotography.com • $1,599-1,999 | 2nd photographer for $300 | $200 engagement session Wedding pack ages can include ceremony, reception, or the whole day coverage. Second pho tographer can be added to help organize photo shoots. Packages include 600-1300 photos total. A la carte engagement photo session.
ShowTime Entertainment (715) 8211100 • tony@showtimeentertainmentllc. com • showtimeentertainmentdj.com Of fers detailed event planning, uplighting, ceremony sound, wireless mics, all day music coverage, award-winning photo booths, and cinematic videos.
Renee Barth Photography reneebar thphotography.com • $1,850+ Packages include engagement photos, lightly edited photos, flexible payment plans, pre-ses sion consultations, web photo gallery, custom ala carte print options and free touch-ups for 1 year. Custom packages available.
Stacy Bengs Photography (651) 3801833 • stacy@stacybengs.com • stacy bengs.com • $2,500-3,100 Stacy Bengs is a natural light wedding photographer. Wedding packages include 8-12 hours, an assistant photographer, online and edited photo gallery, and engagement session.
KV Films kvfilmsweddings.com • $400 engagement | $2850 photography or video KV Films does photography and videography for weddings, elopments, engagements, and save the dates.
The Joy Booth (715) 577-8243 • teresa@ thejoybooth.com • thejoybooth.com Avail able for engagement parties, bridal showers, and weddings. Includes booth attendants, customized image footers, backdrops and props, and more.
Angell Mirror Photo Booth angellmir ror.com A unique, interactive and digital photo booth experience with an atten dant, deluxe props, red carpet and ropes, animations, LED lighting, and more.
different booths including black curtain, slow motion, open air, LED, and green screen.
Moments Video Productions Eau Claire • (715) 828-3258 • quotevideoproductions.commentsVideoProductions.comRich@Mo•moments•Contactfora
Creating wedding videos, wedding day edits, and photo montages.
• forthepartyofyourlife.com Provides DJ entertainment, a master of ceremonies, a photo booth, projector screen rentals, and music for bachelor/ette parties, ceremony, and dinner.
Featuring inspired wedding and engagement photography. Clients receive digital copies of all pho tos. Complementary photo editing for the top ten best photos.
offers videographer and audio services to create a 5-10 min preview edit, and 20-40min full edit.
Wind & Rose Wedding Films win dandrosefilms.com/packages • $2750$4000 Wind & Rose films has packages including 1-2 videographers, drone foot age, 7-12 hours of coverage, a 3-7 minute edited wedding film, delivery of the raw footage, and more. They can cover intimate weddings, the whole package, and are available for elopements and destination weddings.
provide musicians, videography, and photo booths.
Carlson Entertainment 715-598-7107 • info@carlsonentertainment.com • carlso nentertainment.com Combines wedding DJ, MC, and event planning with an experienced professional, complete event coverage, and customized with awesome music, and unique introductions. Can
GET SOCIAL. Try setting up a FB private event or a wedding website to communicate quickly with guests if plans change and to share the guidelines and expectations from venues.
CONSIDER VALUES. Be sure to choose wedding venues that align with your values. Have transparent conversations: What happens if your photographer gets sick? What if the venue closes unexpectedly? Will you be refunded your deposit? What if you get sick? Be sure to have a back up plan, and a back-up plan to your back-up plan.
SEND OUT SURVEYS. Or at least ask questions. See what your friends and family are most comfortable with. This is a day for sharing the moment, not germs.
tips for navigating COVID-19 when wedding planning, from local wedding experts
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SPREAD LOVE, NOT COVID-19
BREAK TRADITIONS. Con sider all of the wedding traditions and how comfortable you feel with them appearing at your special day. Consider foregoing the traditional receiving line. It was pretty awkward when it was first introduced by your grandma and her mom’s friends, but when you add COVID into the mix, it’s now, “Hug, kiss, germs, NEXT!”
TALK IT OUT. Couples need to communicate their desires with all their vendors and guests, up front. Requiring masks? Cool, make sure that info is on the invites. Requir ing proof of vaccine? Totally cool. Make sure that info is on the invites. No COVID policy? Cool, make sure that’s on the invites. Don’t be scared to have hard conversations about your expectations.
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PHOTO BY EMILY ISAKSON YOUR SPECIAL DAY, THE EAU CLAIRE WAY Oxbow Hotel offers one-of-a-kind wedding experiences
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At The Oxbow Hotel and The Lakely, you’ll find a wedding venue with intimate spaces, one-of-a-kind details, and a destination atmosphere. The property features multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception options, full-service catering, boutique rooms for your family and friends, and a stage for live music so you can dance the night away. Several wed ding packages are available to fit various guest counts, desires, and budgets. Our property is the perfect combination of Midwestern comfort, urban backdrops, and stylistic services. You can eat, drink, and be merry (and married!) anywhere within the walls of our property. And we hope you do just that. Want to know more? Reach out to us at events@theoxbowhotel.com. Galloway St., Eau Claire • (715) 839-0601 • www.theoxbowhotel.com
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100 year old rustic barn. Outdoor area features ceremony site, serviced bar, lighting, and fire pit service. Indoor com mercial kitchen available for caterers, and decor available to rent from Sweet Legacy. Features outdoor ceremony site, bar, Lodging includes a bride & groom suite, and up to 150 guests.
The Lismore 333 Gibson Street, Eau Claire • events@thelismore.com • thelis more.com Capacity: 1000. The elegant hotel ballroom has high ceilings, cocktail & beverage service, in-house catering & banquet services. Bridal & groom suites, gift opening rooms, and post-wedding brunch. Flexible rooms can be custom ized to your needs. A/V equipment and services available.
Indoor/Outdoor. The Outdoor venue list below features rustic venues like up scale barns, vineyards, orchards, gardens, etc. The Indoor list features hotels, event centers, golf courses, theaters, etc.
Holiday Inn South 4751 Owen Ayres Court, Eau Claire • (715) 830-9889 • holidayinn.com/eauclairewi Capacity: 460. Customizable layouts for wedding receptions and ceremonies with full service catering and bar service provided by Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse. Provides coordination and planning assistance, banquet manager, state-of-the-art A/V equipment, centerpieces for rent, dis counted hotel room blocks, and all-in cluded tables and settings.
com Capacity: 550. A vintage venue, fully remodeled with modern amenities. Can fit traditional, rustic, elegant and other wedding styles. Kitchen available for caterers. Bar service included, and coordination help from the staff. Outdoor ceremony locations available.
Eau Claire Masonic Ballroom 616 Graham Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 456-2466 • info@masonicballroom.com • masonicballroom.com Capacity: 350. Features a 8000+ square feet ballroom and dance floor with stately columns, terrazzo floor, and draped chandeliers. Select caterers available, full beverage service provided, planning and coordi nation help, and you can supplement the lighting and decor with your own.
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Grand Occasions W16181 Hwy 10 / 53, Osseo • (715) 597-2789 • info@osseogrand. com • osseogrand.com Capacity: 315. An event center with dance floor, custom izable room sizes, catering service, bar staff, and A/V equipment. Guests are wel come to decorate with their own decor.
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Package Deal. You might book your ceremony and reception at the same place, or separately to get your style just right. Many indoor venues also ofter outdoor ceremony locations, and outdoor venues offer covered reception areas.
The Brewing Projekt thebrewingpro jekt.com/events Capacity: 200. Offering a rooftop or indoor ceremony location in this unique and destination brewery. Offers full beverage service with TBP beers & seltzers. Off-site catering for the reception food. A small room is available for parties or as a changing room. Tables & chairs are included, and TBP provides planning consultations. Guests are wel come to bring their own decor.
The Oxbow Hotel 516 Galloway St., Eau Claire • 715-839-0601 • theoxbowhotel. com Capacity: 150. Offers small, intimate weddings or full-on property wide wed dings with indoor and outdoor spaces. Catering and beverage service provided by the Lakely restaurant. A stage for live
VENUES LOCATIONS&
HELLO, NATURE! Weddings at Dixon’s Apple Orchard in Chippewa County embrace lush natural elements.
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Full service banquet-style catering and bar staff, A/V equipment, tables included, and a full-time event coordinator. Can also host smaller events for your bache lor/ette parties and rehearsal dinners.
Congratulations! Now let’s get to work and plan. Your wedding venue is proba bly the first vendor decision you’ll make. Here’s some tips to get started:
Details. What kind of A/V support is available? Are tables and chairs included? Linens and tableware? What kind of decor is provided, and can I bring my own? To what degree do you help with planning & consultation? What optional addon services are available?
Legacy Lodge legacylodgewi.com/wed dings Capacity: 150. Operated by Sweet Legacy Vintage, the Legacy Lodge is a
• events@ecgcc.com • ecgcc.com Capac ity: 250. The golf clubhouse features customizable dinner areas, a 180 degree wraparound deck, and stone fireplace.
DIY. Looking to bootstrap it? More power to you! Pick a venue with fewer ame nities, then cover the rest yourself.
Lodging. If you have a lot of guests from out of town, consider a hotel or a desti nation outdoor venue with lodging.
The Condensery 50829 West Street, Osseo • (715) 215-1573 • thecondensery.
Eau Claire Golf & Country Club 828 Clubview Ln, Altoona • (715) 836-8420
Coverage. Some venues take the work out by offering all of the services you could need. Others are more affordable and need to be supplemented with other vendors like catering, DJ, decor, etc.
Metropolis Resort 5150 Fairview Drive, Eau Claire • (866) 685-8473 • samantha@ metropolisresort.com • weddings.metrop olisresort.com Capacity: 275. The hotel offers venues for the ceremony, cocktail hour, reception and an on-site amuse ment center and water park. Catering & bar service, A/V equipment, and table setup included. Additional packages can include on-site rehearsal dinner catering, and coordination assistance. Discounted hotel room blocks available.
Capacity. A venue might have options to customize its space to fit your guest list.
Party Venue. Use this list for your bridal showers, bachelor/ette parties, re hearsal dinners, gift openings, etc. Some reception venues offer packages that include party space.
Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts 205 Main St. E, Menomonie • (715) 2359726 • specialevents@mabeltainter.org • mabeltainter.org Capacity: 275. Can host weddings and intimate cocktail hours in a the spacious, historic, theatre. Provides full bar service, a kitchen for the caterer of your choice, bride & groom party suites, planning & coordination assis tance, and limited A/V support. Guests are welcome to bring decor. Packages can include extensive A/V equipment, and table setup.
Food & Drink. If a venue offers catering, it generally does so exclusively (not including cakes). If the venue doesn’t have bar service, be sure to ask what their liquor license status is. Generally, you or a caterer must do an open bar at a location without a license.
Capacity: 450. A banquet hall with built in dance floor, full bar, and catering service. Planning & event assistance available. Smaller rooms available for rehearsal dinners.
3 South High St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 726-9000 • cvca.net Capacity: 256. This theater offers ceremony & reception options in an historic venue. Includes ca tering prep kitchen, adjustable chande lier lighting, dance floor, dressing rooms, limited beverage service, and tables & chairs. Also available is A/V equipment, glassware, and console piano.
The Florian Gardens 2340 Lorch Ave, Eau Claire • (715) 832-8836 • www. thefloriangardens.com Capacity: 525. Features your choice of an outdoor gar den or indoor ballroom ceremony, and a three ballroom reception facility with a centrally located fully staffed bar. They provide on-site catering, a staff event co ordinator, and you can supplement their rental decor with your own.
Indoor Venues
Off Broadway Banquet Center 1501 North Broadway, Menomonie • (715) 233-3333 • comwaybanquet.comjayouellette@offbroad•offbroadwaybanquet.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A VENUE
The Oxford Theatre 1814 Oxford Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 839-8877 • info@ecct. org • ecct.org Capacity: 275. The audito rium of this theatre can host weddings. Rehearsal rooms can be used as changing rooms, and a small-service kitchen is available. Full beverage service provided. A/V equipment, and tables & chairs are included. Guests are welcome to bring their decor.
VisionQuest Entertainment Center N4439 440th St., Menomonie • (715) 235-7769 • vqfun.com Capacity: 500. An entertainment center with a premium DJ, audio, light, and video service. Elevated wedding party stage, kitchen available, and bar service, table & chair setup, and planning services provided.
The Barn on Stoney Hill 27192 170th Ave., Cornell • (715) 579-5365 • the barnonstoneyhill.com Capacity: 400. A restored barn with a large dance floor, chandeliers, and balconies overlooking a picturesque landscape. Tables, chairs, and linens included. Coordination and planning help, limited kitchen available, and you can bring your own beverages to serve.
Wild Ridge Golf Course 3905 Kane Rd., Eau Claire • (715) 834-1766 and (715) 858-7960 • lisa@wildridgegolf.com • wil dridgegolf.com Capacity: 300. An indoor banquet facility with floor to ceiling windows, 3 season pavilion, event patio, outdoor ceremony site, full catering services, bar staff, event patio, A/V equip ment, tables & table settings included, and dance floor. Guests can bring their own decorations.
Cabin Ridge Rides 4271 220th St, Cadott • (715) 723-9537 • cabinridgerides.com Ca pacity: 150. A 440 acre wooded nature
Beaver Creek Reserve S1 County Road K, Fall Creek • (715) 877-2212 • beaver creekreserve.org The Reserve is great for an outdoorsy celebration. Rooms can seat up to 150 people, cabins can sleep up to 130, food can be served from a com mercial kitchen, and guests can access two fire pits and 9 miles of trails.
UW-Stout Memorial Student Center 221 10th Avenue E., Menomonie • (715) 232-2000 • mscreservations@uwstout.edu • uwstout.edu Capacity: 350. Options for your ceremony and reception include elegant crystal ballrooms, an outdoor amphitheater, arboretum, and a great hall with built in stage. Full service ca tering and bar staff from on-site banquet team. Planning assistance and tables & chairs are included. A/V equipment can be included.
Basswood Chalet & Guesthouse 14534 290th Avenue, New Auburn • (715) 967-2488 • basswoodchalet.com Nestled in the woods, this Bohemian-style chalet offers outdoor ceremony locations and an intimate indoor gathering location.
Looking for rustic charm with touches of modern updates? Look no further than enjoying this 1800s era barn nestled in the private hills of Barron County, creating a truly amazing, magical experience. Offering in-home chefs, behind-the-scenes planning with a very well cross-trained staff, and luxurious lodging accomodations conveniently located throughout the prop erty with exceptional views and vistas. WED WITH THE BEST THE ENCHANTED BARN EVENT & WEDDING VENUE 715-254-1557 • 1543 6 ½ AVENUE, HILLSDALE THEENCHANTEDBARN.COM #1 Best Rustic Wedding Venue #2 Best Overall Wedding Venue VOTED 2022 READER POLL
ecwestgate.com Capacity: 250. This ban quet hall provides on-site catering, bar service, stage for entertainment and/or wedding party, decor available for rent, event planning & support, bride & groom suites, and table & chair setup. Premium packages can include rehearsal dinner, and Sunday brunch. Seasonal discounts available.
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Alluring Acres 26391 167th St., New Au burn • (715) 505-8744 • alluringacres.com
• Capacity: 250 Old fashioned country charm of a classic barn-style wedding with modern amenities including a prep kitchen for caterers, staffed bar, wedding decor (including chandeliers), luxury trailer, event coordination help, and remodeled home for a bridal party.
The Barn at Copper Creek N7681 500th St, Menomonie • 715-308-4434 • barnat coppercreek@gmail.com • barnatcop percreek.com Capacity: 300. Early 1900s barn on a working farm refurbished for weddings with traditional materials and techniques. Handcrafted decor, tables & chairs, full service bar, and a prep kitch en for the caterer.
music, specialty lighting, A/V capabili ties, wedding event coordination staff, and on-site boutique hotel lodging can sleep up to 72 guests. A wedding arch is available, and guests can bring their own decor. Wedding packages available to meet your needs and budget.
Bridal suite and catering kitchen are available. Packages include 3 days, offici ant services, photography & videography, and music.
Outdoor Venues
Sleep Inn & Suites Hotel & 29 Pines 5872 33rd Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 8742929 • sleepinneauclaire.com Capacity 400. Featuring full catering services pro vided by 29 Pines restaurant for a plated or buffet style dinner, cake cutting, dance floor, bar service, provided wedding decor and centerpieces, an on-staff event planner, discounted hotel rooms, and complimentary bride & groom suite.
The Barn at Mirror Lake thebarnatmir rorlake.com Capacity: 300. An elegant yet rustic barn wedding venue, with a lakefront ceremony location and photo opportunites. Conveniently located not far from lodging. Offers affordably priced 3-day packages. Vintage bar with bever age service. On-site bridal suite.
Westgate Sportsman Club 4909 Sportsman Dr., Eau Claire • (715) 832-4548 • ecwestgate@gmail.com •
tables, chairs, linens, and tableware, and centerpiece rentals all available.
Loopy’s Grill & Saloon 10691 Business 29, Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-5667 • loopy@723loop.com • 723loop.com/ban quets.html Capacity: 500. Loopy’s can host full weddings or small parties, in indoor and outdoor settings. Offers in-house catering, waterside outdoor ceremony location, outdoor tent, in-house DJ, A/V and lighting, and event dome for winter gatherings. Area grounds offer recreation options like volleyball, bean bags, shuttle service, kayaks, and more.
The Enchanted Barn 1543 6 1/2 Ave., Hillsdale • (715) 254-1557 • theenchant edbarn.com Capacity: 220. Rustic and elegant charm in this 1800s era barn nestled in rolling hills. Provides all of the modern amenities for weddings including on-site catering and bar staff, A/V, decor, tables, chairs, linens, plan ning & coordination help, and lodging is available.
Dixon’s Apple Orchard 22404 20th Avenue, Cadott • (715) 313-0315 • dix onsapples.com Capacity: 250. Features
Emerald Ridge Weddings N3954 640th St., Menomonie • (715) 308-4868 or (715) 233-1281 • teresa@emeraldridgeweddings. com • emeraldridgeweddings.com Capaci ty 400. A rustic venue featuring three dif ferent venues including a wedding barn, outdoor ceremony location, and covered pavilion. Provides on-site catering, a coordinator available to help, wedding decor, groom & bride suites, and camp ing & RV locations. Guests are welcome to provide their own beverage service.
City of Menomonie Parks (715) 2321664 • menorec@menomonie-wi.gov • menomonie-wi.gov Rental locations include Elmwood Park, Fowler’s Court, Lakeside Park off Wolske Bay Rd. looking over Lake Menomin, Leisure Services Center Shelter, Phelan Park Main Shelter, Point Comfort Park, River side Park Main Shelter, Wakanda Park, Wilson Park Bandshell, and more.
Fest Valley Events 715-289-4401 ext. 105 • morgan@festvalleyevents.com • festvalleyevents.com Capacity: 400. A rustic event & wedding venue located on the Country Fest & Rock Fest grounds. Three venue spaces available, includ ing indoor & outdoor options. Select caterers available, fully-staffed bar, A/V equipment, event coordinator, cocktail hour, bridal suites, on-site lodging,
• PR@eauclairewi.gov • ci.eau-claire. wi.us Rental locations include Boyd Park Pavilion on Eau Claire’s East Side Hill, Carson Park, Mount Simon, Owen Park Bandshell Pavilion, Phoenix Park, River view Island Pavilion, Riverview Park, Rod & Gun Park Pavilion, and more.
Munson Bridge Winery W6462 Bridge Rd., WIthee • (715) 229-4501 • tmrhlnd@ aol.com • munsonbridgewinery.com/wed dings Capacity: 250. The winery offers outdoor and indoor ceremony locations and reception venues, in the exterior gardens, refurbished hayloft, or a tented chandelier lit pavilion. Provides an inhouse decorator, planning and consul tation services, and limited beverage service.
City of Chippewa Falls Parks (715) 723-0051 • chippewafalls-wi.gov
rustic charm in three wedding ceremony sites: pondside, woodland, or orchard. Indoor pavilion with a prep kitchen, staff coordination help, bridal assistance, and on-site bridal suite. Guests can bring a caterer and licensed beverage service of their choice. Table, chair, linen, and tent rental available.
City of Eau Claire Parks (715) 839-5032
Rental locations include Irvine Park (Activity Building, Band Shell, Bear Den Road Shelter, Flag Hill Large Shelter, Hollow Shelter, Knights of Pythias, Loretta Cutsforth, Main Pavilion, Pine Grove Shelter, Roger Meier Shelter), and more.
Hickory Hills Golf Course E4080 Hickory Rd., Eau Claire • (715) 878-4543 • eventshhgc@gmail.com • golf hickoryhills.com Capacity: 200. The Golf Course features a 3-season pavilion for receptions. Can provide catering and full beverage service, and event planning & coordination help. Guests are welcome to bring their own decor.
Kamp Kenwood 19161 79th Avenue, Chippewa Falls • kampkenwood.com Ca pacity: 200. The natural beauty of Kamp Kenwood can be rented for outdoor weddings. The indoor reception area features a full commercial kitchen for the caterer of your choice, and alcohol can be served. Lodging available.
retreat with a white wedding chapel. Horse-drawn wagon & carriage rides, bonfires, and a log cabin venues. Kitch en available for licensed caterers.
Farm to Fork Retreat S193 County Road BB, Mondovi • (715) 210-1799 • farmtoforkretreat.com Capacity: 100. A repurposed barn and working organic farm great for small scale celebrations, or “un-weddings” as F2F calls it. Select catering available, on-site rehearsal dinner, bar service, and tables & chairs provided with packages. Feel free to bring your own decor.
Schultz’s Wedding & Event Barn, LLC 50996 N. Main St., Eleva • (715) 418-0998 • schultzsweddingbarn@gmail.com • facebook.com/schultzsweddingbarn Ca pacity: 200. A refurbished, fully heated wedding barn with rural charm. Guests are welcome to bring and serve alcohol
22 www.VolumeOne.org | JANUARY 27, 2022 Seeking a stunning outdoor wedding with your choice of beautiful Midwest scenery? Dixon’s Apple Orchard offers multiple venues – including a picturesque pond, an idyllic woodland, a spot among the apple trees, or even an intimate wedding at their new Dixon’s Autumn Harvest winery. Schedule a tour, and prepare to have your breath taken away. WED WITH THE BEST DIXON’SORCHARDAPPLE DIXON’S APPLE ORCHARD • 715-313-0315 22404 20TH AVE, CADOTT • DIXONSAPPLES.COM #1 Best Overall Wedding Venue #1 Best Location For Wedding & Engagement Photos #2 Best Rustic Wedding Venue
Cottage Winery & Vineyard N7391 County Road F, Menomonie • (715) 864-8898 • info@cottage-wine.com • cottage-wine.com Capacity: 185. An Old-World Europe inspired vineyard that hosts intimate outdoor wedding ceremonies and a chandelier-lit pavilion reception. Staffed beverage service, cocktail hour, elegant and rustic decor, dance floor, and bridal suite.
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Fox Run Tavern 1515 S 65th Ave, Eau Claire • (715) 835-6489 • facebook.com/ FoxruntavernEC Capacity: 90. This tavern offers on-site catering with a buffet or dinner style banquet. An outdoor deck is available, as is the main bar area, and upper & lower decks. The rental of the room is free with the cost of catering.
Houligans Steak & Seafood Pub
Brickhouse Pub & Grub Bar & Ban quet Hall 2233 Birch St, Eau Claire • (715) 832-6227 • Find it on Face book Meeting rooms and halls for up to 250.
Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse
4751 Owen Ayres Court, Eau Claire • (715) 830-9779 • house.com/eauclairejohnnysitaliansteak
Forage 403 South Barstow St, Eau Claire • forage.ec@gmail.com • forageeauclaire. com Capacity: 72. A unique, urban, mod ern location for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, or event. Uplighting, centerpiece decorations, customizable table decora tions & settings, and can provide servers,
Pepin • villabellezza.com/Events/Wed dings/ Capacity: 300. An Italian-style vineyard and villa with spaces for outdoor ceremonies, receptions, and small parties. Spaces include the great hall, reception hall, vineyard, cellar, vat room, and vineyard lawn. Provides full catering, on-site rehearsal dinner location.
Mona Lisa’s 428 Water St., Eau Claire • (715) 839-8969 • ohmona@sbcglobal.net • monalisas.biz Capacity: 50. The private room at Mona Lisa’s can serve small functions, or up to 99 with light food and cocktails.
The Brewing Projekt thebrewingpro jekt.com/events Capacity: 200. Offering a rooftop or indoor ceremony location in this unique and destination brewery. Offers full beverage service with TBP beers & seltzers. Off-site catering for the reception food. A small room is avail able for parties or as a changing room. Tables & chairs are included, and TBP provides planning consultations. Guests are welcome to bring their own decor.
Johnny’s party-sized rooms for 20-50 guests can create cus tomized menus and signature cocktails for your event.
Lake Hallie Golf 2196 110th Street, Chippewa Falls • (715) 861-5442 • lake halliegolf.com Capacity: 150. Sports-bar atmosphere with indoor and outdoor options. Catering options available.
Westgate Sportsman Club 4909 Sportsman Dr., Eau Claire • (715) 832-4548 • ecwestgate@gmail.com • ecwestgate.com C apacity: 250. This ban quet hall provides on-site catering, bar service, stage for entertainment and/ or wedding party, decor available for rent, event planning & support, bride & groom suites, and table & chair setup. Premium packages can include rehears al dinner, and Sunday brunch. Seasonal discounts available.
Pizza Ranch 2815 Truax Blvd., Eau Claire • (715) 514-4143 • pizzaranch. com Capacity: 73. The Pizza Ranch community room can host small parties and events.
Villa Bellezza Vineyard Weddings
The winery offers out door and indoor cer emony locations and reception venues, in the exterior gardens, refurbished hayloft, or a tented chandelier lit pavilion. Provides an in-house decorator, planning and consulta tion services, and limited beverage service.
Sammy’s Pizza 2812 London Rd, Eau Claire • (715) 8311-300 • mysammys. com Capacity: 50. The private dining space at this pizza joint is free with inhouse catering.
Eagles Club Banquet Hall 2588 Hallie Rd., Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-0172 • eaglesclubbanquethall.com Capac ity: 350. Two banquet halls, an outdoor pavilion, and catering & bar service.
Elks Lodge 402 3411 Stein Blvd., Eau Claire • (715) 834-4022 • •slodge402@yahoo.comelkelks.org
Ojibwa Golf & Bowl 8140 136th St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-8823 • info@ ojibwagc.com • ojibwagc.com Capacity: 100. Host your event with on-site cater
or through a catering service. Bride & groom suites available, limited A/V support, indoor & outdoor ceremony venue options, and indoor tables, chairs, & linens included.
Capacity: 150. The Elks Lodge has rooms that can be rented for your event, with an outdoor deck.
Dunn County Fish And Game Associ ation 1600 Pine Avenue East, Menomonie • (715) 235-8155 • dunncountyfishand game.com Capacity: 350. Amenities include a licensed kitchen, full bar, portable bar, tables & chairs, linens to rent, outdoor grounds to explore, and sound system.
Capacity: 250.
Sweet Legacy 3031 N Hastings Way, Eau Claire • sweetlegacy.net Capacity: 50. A fully decorated small event venue and fully decorated rental warehouse.
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415 South Barstow Street, Eau Claire • (715) 835-6621 • houligans.net Capacity: 70. Houligan’s Gharrity Room is a pri vate banquet room with a private bar for buffet and appetizer serving.
Munson Bridge Winery W6462 Bridge Rd., WIthee • (715) 2294501 • tmrhlnd@aol.com munsonbridgewinery.com/•weddings
ing in the indoor space or patio deck with golf and bowling entertainment.
Unity Peace Garden 1808 Folsom St., Eau Claire • (715) 836-0010 • unityec@ sbcglobal.net • unityeauclaire.org Capac ity: 125. Features an outdoor wedding ceremony location in the peace garden, and indoor sanctuary option. Includes use of the serving kitchen, and bridal & groom rooms.
bartenders, and caterers as needed.
The event venue can provide catering and limited beverage service, or you can bring your own caterer. The venue is decorated with decor they have avail able to rent for weddings.
Pioneer Grill & Saloon E5699 Cty. Hwy. D, Menomonie • (715) 235-9927, 715-235-4973 • PioneerGrill.com Ca pacity: 1000. Can cater and host your banquet indoors or outdoors.
Off Broadway Banquet Cen ter 1501 North Broadway, Menom onie • (715) 233-3333 • banquet.comoffbroadwaybanquet.comjayouellette@•offbroadway Capacity: 450. A banquet hall with built in dance floor, full bar, and catering service. Planning & event assistance available. Smaller rooms available for rehearsal dinners.
VFW Post 7232 2900 W Folsom St, Eau Claire • (715) 832-3528 • vfwpost7232. org Capacity: 150. Main hall, kitchen, dance area, outdoor pavilion, and fenced area.
Fill Inn Station 104 W. Co lumbia St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-8282 and (715) 7236551 • fillinn@fillinnstation.com • fillinnstation.com Capacity: 275. Banquet room is great for wedding receptions or parties, with a private bar and stage area, and a dance floor.
Loopy’s Grill & Saloon 10691 Business 29, Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-5667 • loopy@723loop.com • 723loop.com/ban quets.html Capacity: 500. Loopy’s can host full weddings or small parties, in indoor and outdoor settings. Offers inhouse catering, waterside outdoor cer emony location, outdoor tent, in-house DJ, A/V and lighting, and event dome for winter gatherings. Area grounds offer recreation options like volleyball, bean bags, shuttle service, kayaks, and more.
VFW Club Post 305 1300 Starr Ave, Eau Claire • (715) 552-8438 • facebook. com/vfwclub305 Capacity: 100. Banquet facility available to rent.
Modicum Brewery modicumbrewing. com/about The back room at this brew ery can be rented for your small event. Contact to learn more.
Pine Meadow Golf Club 4324 Fairfax Park Dr., Eau Claire • (715) 832-6011 • PineMeadowGolfClub@gmail.com • pinemeadowgolfclubinc.com/parties Pine Meadow has semi-private indoor seat ing and a partially covered patio. Can seat up to 75 people.
I experienced getting married, I wanted to be a part of other people’s day, and make them feel gorgeous” she says. Ball, who has been in the industry since 2014, knows all of the ins and outs of the wedding industry. And that experience come in clutch when it comes to giving
“The coverage is very lightweight, not cakey,” Ball says, “and it lasts through tears, rain, smudging – all of the good stuff that happens on your day.”The key to making each bride feel their best is through their thorough bridal trials, where brides can get a sneak-peek of their wedding look to ensure it’s what they want before the big day. These trials help Ball get a feel for each bride’s personality, the color schemes of their wedding, their style, and their overall vibe. After sitting down with a bride and chatting with different makeup options (often scouring Pinterest
“ONCE I WANTEDGETTINGEXPERIENCEDMARRIED,ITOBEAPARTOFOTHERPEOPLE’SDAYANDMAKETHEMFEELGORGEOUS.”
- Christa Ball, owner of Gloss Beautique
EVERY BRIDE WANTS TO LOOK AND FEEL THEIR BEST. When you look back on your wedding photos, you should marvel at how radiant and glowing you look. But most importantly, you should remember how confident you felt. And that’s where Christa Ball – owner of Gloss Beautique – comes in.
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Gloss Beautique encourages brides feel their best on their big day
for inspiration!), Ball gets to work giving brides a glowing, radiant, and dewy look.
Now fully in remission, she teaches her three daughters Harper (7), Hadley (5), and Harlow (2) that beauty is about more than what you look like; it’s about embracing who you are. “You are beautiful with all of your natural features,” she says.
For more information on Gloss Beautique, call (715) 533-1441 or visit glossbeautique.com. Or, check them out at The Lismore Hotel’s wed ding fairs in February and September.
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brides the look they want for their wedding day, as they use methods and materials that many other salons don’t, such as airbrush makeup. Unlike traditional makeup, air brush makeup sits on the skin as opposed to soaking into it, making it a lon ger-lasting option that makes users look much more polished in photos.
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Though she has years of professional experience in makeup, Ball knows that beauty is more about what’s in the inside than what’s on the outside. Three years ago, Ball was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and lost all of her hair during chemotherapy. “Being in the beauty indus try and not feeling beautiful was a big reali ty check,” she says.
And she brings that same mindset to her professional work, with a specialty in bridal makeup, eyelash extensions, brow henna, brow lamination, and lash lifts – and mak ing sure every bride feels her best on her big “Onceday.
Gloss Beautique is the only educa tional institute in the area for lashes, and both Ball and her operations manager are certified lash instructors with Bella Lash, so they can ensure your lashes are applied with an expert hand so you feel comfortable and beautiful.“Onthe big day, they brought me a hot tea and made sure I felt truly pampered,” says client Kat Gulan. “The hair and makeup team went above and beyond to make me truly look like the princess I felt like. I am so grateful for them showing all the most important women in my life how to let out their inner goddess, and I would recommend them to anyone looking for one less thing to stress about. These gals make hair and makeup look effortless!”
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Hive & Hollow hiveandhollow.earth/pag es/weddings Can create custom wedding displays, bouquets, and boutonnieres, ranging from sipmle & elegant to royal and extravagent. Sustainably sourced and local flowers.
Gehrke Floral & Greenhouses 515 E. Main St, Mondovi • (715) 926-4931 • gehrkefloral@yahoo.com • gehrkefloral. com Creates ceremony flower displays for weddings of any size and within your budget with fresh, high quality flowers.
Awards & More 2425 Seymour Rd, Eau Claire • (715) 839-8666 and (888) 811-2020 • awards@awardsandmore.com • award sandmore.com Awards & More makes invitations, RSVP cards, programs, thank you cards, save the date cards, magnets, cake toppers, and custom wooden wed ding plaques.
Creative Touch Floral 148 W. Lincoln St., Augusta • (715) 286-5591 • creativetouch augusta.com Fresh flowers, green & blooming plants, balloons, tuxedos, with an emphasis on wedding design.
Happy Stampers consin.com/newsletterhappystamperswis Make your own wedding invitations, cards, and stationary with scrapbooking supplies and rubber stamping equipment.
Jennifer Joyce Designs jenniferjoycede sign.com/services/ Jennifer offers compli mentary wedding consultations to help bring your color and arrangement vision to life. Offers bridal party flowers, cere mony decor, reception centerpieces, hair flowers, flower and rental decor items.
May’s Floral Garden 3424 Jeffers Road, Eau Claire • (715) 836-8220, (800) 422-6297 • maysfloralgarden.com Customized with your favorite flowers and colors. Imagi native designs to create a memorable and stress-free event. From a vintage look to exotic, they cover it all. They also have many items available for rental to make your wedding more affordable.
Four Seasons Florist, Inc. 117 W. Grand Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 834-2017 • cus tomerservice@e4seasons.com • e4seasons. com Wedding packages include the bridal bouquet, attendants’ bouquets, corsages & boutonnieres, ceremony arrangements, candelabra flowers, pew markers, floral & foliage garlands, table centerpieces, flowers for cake tables, topiaries, arches & entryways, etc.
Jodi Stevens Design jodistevensdesign. com Offers a variety of wedding invita tion design options, or custom work to meet your design needs. Designs include stationary, invitations, save the date, and programs.
BLOSSOMING BRIDE. Flowers should complement at tire, like these flourishing florals from Rebecca Kay Designs.
Foreign 5’s Bridal Sweet 123 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-6389 ext. 3 • foreign5.com Your one-stop shop for wedding attire, Foreign 5’s carries formal wear, bridal gowns, tuxedos, accesso ries, and invitations, plus free services including Wedding gown and bridesmaid dress storage, dress pressings, tuxedo alterations, and more.
that reflect each couple.
Christensen Florist 1210 Mansfield St, Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-2251 • wecare@ christensenflorist.com • christensenflorist. com Offers wedding flowers for both inti mate and extravagant venues. They will help you create the perfect floral design to truly fit your wedding style, and budget.
Eau Claire Floral 1824 Brackett Ave, Eau Claire • (715) 834-2901 • genny@eauclaire floral.com • eauclairefloral.com Eau Claire Floral offers a wide selection of bridal bouquets, wedding ceremony flowers and centerpieces. Contact for a free consul tation.
Big Dot of Happiness 412 Technology Drive E., Menomonie • 800-274-4282 • Smiles@BigDotOfHappiness.com • big dotofhappiness.com Stylish and themed designs for for table settings, cake toppers, yard art, decor, stickers & labels, and more.
Avalon Floral 504 Water St., Eau Claire • (715) 838-8880 • avalonfloralso@gmail. com • flowersbyavalon.com With everything from large centerpieces to bouquets and boutonnieres, Avalon offers complimentary consultation to help choose your wedding flowers. Also featuring a room full of up-todate rental items to make your day.
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Fersk Floral Artistry (612) 296-1492 • mikelle@ferskfloralartistry.com • ferskflo ralartistry.com Fersk is a wedding floral design company based in Eau Claire, serving couples throughout WI and MN. With a love for color and texture, Mikelle Larson (Owner) creates custom designs
Foreign 5’s Bridge Street Floral 123 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-6389 • foreign5.com This full-service garden and floral shop showcases a generous supply of floral décor and arrangements for any taste or style.
A Secret Garden Floral & Gift 1416 Main St, Bloomer • (715) 568-1037 • antique40@ hotmail.com • asecretgardenbloomer. com Family owned and operated, a Secret Garden Floral & Gift offers a wide selec tion of bridal bouquets, wedding ceremony flowers and centerpieces.
Silk Flower City 6458 35th St., Elk Mound • Wedding Consultant: (715) 577-0998 • silkflowercity.com Beautiful silk bridal bouquets will brighten up your wedding day, and offer a long-lasting keepsake. See why silk wedding flowers are becom ing a popular choice for savvy brides on a budget.
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Les Fleurs Julie facebook.com/lesfleurs julie Using the beauty of silk flowers and exquisite arrangements, Les Fleurs Julie will curate a true floral experience for your wedding day. Customers can bring their own flowers for arrangement, or have them picked out at the consultation. Full design and arrangement services are offered.
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Chippewa Valley Floral 507 South Barstow St., Eau Claire • (715) 839-7673 • info@chippewavalleyfloral.com • chippewa valleyfloral.com Offers free consultations on wedding services. They offer bridal bouquets, flower headpieces, centerpieces,
Ele’s Flowers 224 N Broadway St., Stan ley • (715) 318-2838 • elesflowersofstanley. com Providing all kinds of wedding flowers for your wedding party, ceremony, and reception.
Allure Premiere Event Florists 1802 B Stout Rd., Menomonie • (715) 235-0902 • allureeventflorists.com Each wedding floral is a one-of-a-kind experience. Allure boasts no limitations, featuring services like bridal and attendee bouquets, corsages, boutonnieres, ceremony flowers, arbor decorations, cake flowers, centerpieces, cocktail decorations, toss bouquets and more.
Colby’s Flowers & Gifts 12930 10th St., Osseo • (715) 597-3442 • colbysflorist. com A wide selection of bridal bouquets, wedding ceremony flowers, and center pieces to match your taste, sense of style, personality, and budget.
DigiCOPY 1033 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 552-3444 • eauclaire@dcopy. net • dcopy.net DigiCOPY’s template designs can be customized with a photo, text, and colors. They also help you create a custom event announcement.
Flower arches, arrangements, bouquets, corsages, invitation design, table settings, tableware, and of course centerpieces are all ways to customize the look of your event to your style. Stationary designers can create design from invitations to place settings, yard signs, and thank you cards. Flower bouquets can complement your choice of bridesmaid dress or venue colors, and these professionals can help get the color just right. If your venue has a more DIY approach, or you want to add more decor to your event, we’ve listed some decor rental vendors to help with all the little odds and ends you’ll need, from pavilion tents to cutlery. And yes, of course, the centerpieces. All of these pieces together can help shape your event to your style be it elegant, modern, traditional, classic, rustic, minimalist, or all your own. –James Johonnott
Brent Douglas 610 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • (715) 831-0997 • brent@brentdoug las.biz • brentdouglasflowers.com Provides a vast array of rich and bright bouquets for any color palette or theme.
and ceremony & reception flowers.
FLOWERS & DESIGN
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Minuteman Press eauclaire.minuteman press.com Can make a cohesive design of wedding programs, invitations, reception cards, booklets, table tents, and more. Choose from samples or create custom ized work from scratch.
Invitations
Kallstrom Flowers kallstromflowers. com Monica of Kallstrom Flowers does full service or small weddings with fresh, local, hand-cut flowers to create the right arrangement for your special day.
50-50 Factory Outlet 3315 State Road 93, Eau Claire • (715) 833-0019 • 5050factory outlet.com Wedding items including shoe stickers, garlands, confetti, cake toppers, guest books, flower basket, ring pillow, pho to booth props, serving sets, and more.
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Sweet Legacy Vintage Furniture & Rental 3031 N Hastings Way, Eau Claire
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you cards, save the date cards, magnets, cake toppers, and custom wooden wedding plaques.
Alpha-Lit Alphalitletters.com Offering high quality marquee lettering to customize your events. Color bulbs available, and letters can stack up to two rows high.
A1 Express Rental Center 2515 Mall Dr., Eau Claire • (715) 834-2727 • a1expressren tal.com Offering tents, fine china, chocolate fountains, arches, champagne fountains, silver & glassware, chairs, chair covers, serving equipment, and more. A wedding specialist can help pick what you need.
Awards & More 2425 Seymour Rd, Eau Claire • (715) 839-8666 and (888) 811-2020 • awards@awardsandmore.com • award sandmore.com Awards & More makes invitations, RSVP cards, programs, thank
Briggs Tent & Party Rental 3350 Horlacher Ln., Eau Claire • (715) 839-0218 and (800) 281-7070 • briggstent.com A one-stop shop for your supplies, including tables, linens, chairs, tableware, A/V, food prep equip ment, lighting, tents, dance floors, wedding accessories, and more.
• forthepartyofyourlife.com Provides DJ entertainment, a master of ceremonies, a photo booth, projector screen rentals, and music for bachelor/ette parties, ceremony, and dinner.
• sweetlegacy.net A Mother & Daughter that specializes in collecting, creating and curating vintage and vintage-like decor rentals for weddings, parties, photo props and more. Their private venue hosts parties for about 50, great for rehearsal dinners and bridal showers. They offer full wedding design services, curating your big day from top to bottom.
Off the Rack Bridal Consignment Boutique 1825 N Clairemont, Eau CLaire
Big Dot of Happiness 412 Technology Drive E., Menomonie • 800-274-4282 • Smiles@BigDotOfHappiness.com • bigdotof happiness.com Stylish and themed designs for for table settings, cake toppers, yard art, decor, stickers & labels, and more.
• facebook.com/OfftherackEC Taking in and selling new and used Bridal gowns, mother of the bride, flower girl and prom. Centerpieces, flowers, glass wear and other decorations.
Rock n Roll To Go Plus (715) 839-7951
Picture This 6021 Arndt Rd., Eau Claire • (715) 830-9555 • picturethiseauclaire. com Great for a DIY approach to your big day, offering themed stationary and paper so you can get your look right yourself.
Allure Premiere Event Florists 1802 B Stout Rd., Menomonie • (715) 235-0902 • allureeventflorists.com Each wedding floral is a one-of-a-kind experience. Allure boasts no limitations, featuring services like brid al and attendee bouquets, corsages, bouton nieres, ceremony flowers, arbor decora tions, cake flowers, centerpieces, cocktail decorations, toss bouquets and more.
Decor & Supplies
house.com Men’s Wearhouse is a nation al-wide tux rental and shop.
Casual Ore Formal (608) 780-2099 • Elizabeth@casualoreformal.com • Casua lOreFormal.com Metalsmith Elizabeth R. Griggs presents unique engagement rings,
Tuxedos
Saxy Salon
A. Anderson Jewelers 300 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 720-7880 • AAnder sonJewelers@gmail.com • aandersonjew elers.wordpress.com Unique, handcrafted, custom made jewelry from A. Anderson Jewelers allows you to create your very own, one-of-a-kind piece that will become a part of you and your family.
RINGS ATTIRE&
Saylon Seven + Blue Eye Studios
Men’s Wearhouse 4619 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • (715) 831-8457 • menswear
Foreign 5’s Bridal Sweet 123 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-6389 ext. 3 • foreign5.com Your one-stop shop for wedding attire, Foreign 5’s carries formal wear, bridal gowns, tuxedos, accessories, and invitations, plus free services including Wedding gown and bridesmaid dress storage, dress pressings, tuxedo alterations, and more.
Foreign 5’s Bridal Sweet 123 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-6389 ext. 3 • foreign5.com Your one-stop shop for wedding attire, Foreign 5’s carries formal wear, bridal gowns, tuxedos, accessories, and invitations, plus free services includ ing Wedding gown and bridesmaid dress storage, dress pressings, tuxedo alter ations, and more.
Makeup by Maddie makeupbymadieee/ luxury, freelance makeup artist.
Off the Rack Bridal Consignment Boutique 1825 N Clairemont, Eau CLaire • facebook.com/OfftherackEC Taking in and selling new and used Bridal gowns, mother of the bride, flower girl and prom. Centerpieces, flowers, glass wear and other decorations.
Urban Style 201 Gibson St, Eau Claire • (715) 832-7975 • urbanstyle-eauclaire.com On the day of your wedding, the whole salon is yours. Feel free to bring in food & beverag es to enjoy. Urban Style also offers on-site hair & make-up for your wedding day. Services include updos, styling, makeup, airbrush makeup, and lashes.
Anshus Jewelers 300 Main St. E, Menom onie • (715) 235-2220 • anshusjewelerswi. com Anshus Jewelers is a small family owned and operated jewelry store located in historic downtown Menomonie. Custom ize your piece with your personal ideas while meeting quality and value within your budget.
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Rings
Allure Premiere Event Florists 1802 B Stout Rd., Menomonie • (715) 235-0902 • allureeventflorists.com Each wedding floral is a one-of-a-kind experience. Allure boasts no limitations, featuring services like bridal and attendee bouquets, corsages, bouton nieres, ceremony flowers, arbor decora tions, cake flowers, centerpieces, cocktail decorations, toss bouquets and more.
The dress is one of the more important style decisions you can make for your big day. In addition to the dress shops we’ve listed here, there are often traveling bridal dress boutique fairs that come through the area. Keep an eye at volumeone.org/weddings for news about any upcoming events and fairs. Looking to accessorize or propose? We’ve included a list of jewelers that make traditional and unique wedding rings.
N. Barstow St., Eau Claire • (715) 836-7771 • saylonseven.com bridal party hair services for weddings, as well as makeup services through Blue Eye Studios.
Dresses
If you want to leave your hair and makeup to the pros, these vendors and specialists offer bridal party preparation services, and some even offer onsite services at the wedding. Consider booking a trial run with your vendor beforehand to get your look just right. Many do so at a lower rate. Last but not least, the groom and groomsmen will need the right look, and these vendors can easily match the tuxedo styles to the rest of your overall aesthetic (without having to leave it to the groom). –James Johonnott
David’s Bridal 4840 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • (715) 552-1828 • davidsbridal. com David’s Bridal is a national clothes retailer for weddings including wedding dresses, bridesmaid dresses, shoes, decor, invitations, and more.
Gloss Beautique 2817 Mall Drive, Suite 117, Eau Claire • (715) 533-1441 • facebook. com/GlossBeautique Gloss Beautique offers on-site bridal airbrush makeup.
Sound Beauty Salon com/bridal salon services for your wedding.
Angelus Day Spa and Salon 506 Water St, Eau Claire • angelusdayspaandsalon. com Angelus offers brow work, spray tan ning, coloring, manicures, pedicures, and more for bridal parties.
Estilo Salon estilo-salon@live.com • esti lo-salon.com Estilo offers wedding packag es and services for the bride, groom, and wedding party. Estilo offers discounted trial sessions to make sure your look is right for the big day. Estilo partners with Rogue Productions to offer 10% off if you book their videography services.
• dingssaxysalon.liveeditaurora.com/wed Saxy offers styling services for photo shoots, weddings, parties, proms, and other special occasions. Services include spray tans, styling, makeup, wedding packages, a wedding planner, and more.
YOU ROCK! On your big day, you want to look (and feel) your best. Do your research, and go with your gut!
SAY YES TO THE DRESS ... HAIR, MAKEUP, JEWELRY, AND TUXES
Watermark Salon (715) 514-4301 • water marksalon.com/about.html Watermark salon offers wedding hair services.
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Muldoon’s Men’s Wear 1506 S Hastings Way, Eau Claire • (715) 832-3502 • info@ muldoons.com • muldoons.com Muldoon’s is an Eau Claire original menswear boutique that does tux rentals for special events, and sells all of your essentials, including tuxes, suits, casual and formal clothes, jackets and sportcoats, underclothes, footwear, night wear, cologne, hats and other accessories.
Hair & Makeup
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Marlor Jewelry 806 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • (715) 831-6303 • marlorinc@sbc global.net • marlorjewelry.com Providing affordable, fine quality, contemporary jew
Zales Jewelers Located at the Oakwood Mall, Eau Claire • zales.com Zales is a na tion-wide, full-service diamond store with an extensive engagement collection.
earrings, pendants, and more in copper, bronze, silver, and gold. Birch bard rings and rough diamonds are a speciality.
Eric’s Diamonds & Fine Jewelry 111 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-0180 • erics@ericsdiamonds.com • ericsdia monds.com Eric’ Jewelry offers in-store consultations, CAD rending of your cus tom designs, and wax model casting to ensure your finished product is what you want.
Helzberg Diamonds
Located in the Oakwood Mall, Eau Claire • (715) 831-9800 • hollands.comrogersand Rogers & Hollands is a na tion-wide, full-service jewelry retailer.
Token Jewelry tokenjewelry.com Token Jewelry offers an array of hand-made pieces to complete you look on your wedding day, and engage ment rings for those seeking al ternatives to traditional diamonds.
Located in the Oakwood Mall, Eau Claire • (715) 833-2322 • helzberg.
Kay Jewelers Located in the Oakwood Mall, Eau Claire • (715) 833-0522 • kay.com Key Jewelers is America’s #1 national-wide, full service diamond retailer.
com Giede jewelry has a signature design that is clean, flowing, asymmetrical, with soft lines. He can also help customers create new jewelry from old or unused gold jewelry.
com Helzberg Diamonds is a nation-wide full ser vice. diamond retailer.
elry and gift items, finely crafted custom work and on-site repair service.
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Williams Diamond Center Inc. 2823 London Rd. #4, Eau Claire • (715) 834-9929 • info@williamsdiamond.com • williamsdi amond.com Williams Diamond Center has collections of engagement rings, bridal, and groom jewelry, and an in-house design department to customize one-of-a-kind pieces.
WEDDINGS OCCASIONS
Robert Giede Design 2321 S. Broad way, Menomonie • (715) 235-7766 • info@ robertgiededesign.com • robertgiededesign.
Rogers & Hollands
Lasker Jewelers 3705 Oakwood Mall Dr., Eau Claire • (715) 835-5914 • laskers. com Lasker Jewelers is a family-owned fine-jewelry store and designer that has served Eau Claire since 1928. Their selec tion is broad and they also specialize in creating one-of-a-kind, unique pieces for their customers.
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Solid Gold Entertainment (715) 8354996 • solidgold.eauclaireweb.com Solid
• pertsfacebook.com/MusicInMotionPartyEx Providing DJs that will tailor to your wedding’s specific needs. They have dance experts that will get your crowd moving.
SET THE STAGE FOR SUCCESS
Carlson Entertainment 715-598-7107 • info@carlsonentertainment.com • carlso nentertainment.com Combines wedding DJ, MC, and event planning with an experienced professional, complete event coverage, and customized with awesome music, and unique introductions. Can provide musicians, videography, and photo booths.
Musicians Performers&
Party Hits Music & Light (952) 334-7642, and (715) 874-5244 • info@partyhitsmusic. com • partyhitsmusic.com Party Hits’ mission is simply to keep your party going from the first tune to the last, with plenty of variety and just enough personality.
Keep the energy high the celebration vibrant, and the action organized with DJs, bands, and officiants. Some venues are A/V ready for DJs and bands, and most entertainment can (at cost) bring additional equipment to more minimal ist venues. Many of the DJs listed here are full-service entertainment produc tions, providing emcee services and coordinating your event’s programming from start to finish, including lighting, dances, music cues, and announce ments, and add lighting to your venue. Live music can help set the mood, be it elegant and classic for the ceremony or uptempo cover bands and acoustic guitar for the dance. Lastly, an officiant can help shape and personalize your wedding ceremony and vows. –James Johonnott
Music in Motion Disc Jockeys (715) 835-6663 • jackie@musicinmotiondj.com
Hennick Entertainment 715-220-7233 • hennickentertainment.com Hennick sends professional Disc Jockeys to weddings and events around the Eau Claire area. Wedding packages include multi-colored lighting, uplighting, unlimited music selection, set up and tear-down, and free consultations. Premium packages include truss lighting, and expansive sound coverage.
• blarson0968@charter.net • premiersoun dandvideowi.com Provides state-of-the art audio quality, two professional disc jockeys at no additional cost, intelligent lighting, and a diverse music selection.
HOLD THAT POSE! Once the ceremony’s over, it’s time to enjoy yourself at the River Prairie Center.
Carlson Entertainment 715-598-7107 • info@carlsonentertainment.com • carlso nentertainment.com Combines wedding DJ, MC, and event planning with an experienced professional, complete event coverage, and customized with awesome music, and unique introductions. Can provide musicians, videography, and photo booths.
SERVICES ENTERTAINMENT&
Best Sound & Light Show DJ & Kara oke (715) 835-4888 • matt@bestsoundan dlightshow.com • facebook.com/BestSoun dAndLightShow Provides fun, friendly,
All Occasions DJ Service (715) 8283536 • Info@AllOccasionsDJService.net • alloccasionsdjservice.com An all-around service, All Occasions wedding packages include music, lighting, and production for the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, dance. Optional add-on services include officiation, mobile bar services, and photo booths.
Premier Sound & Video (715) 271-0968
Final Call DJ + Officiant (715) 864-4332 • finalcalldj@gmail.com • finalcalldj. com Rob Vanderloop’s wedding packag es include ceremony music, reception music, officiation, and maser of ceremony services.
Bear Creek Band bearcreekband.net An “extreme variety” band that puts on a fun and fast paced show for all musical tastes.
DJs
• forthepartyofyourlife.com Provides DJ entertainment, a master of ceremonies, a photo booth, projector screen rentals, and music for bachelor/ette parties, cere mony, and dinner.
Beam Entertainment (715) 579-5456 • djbeamlive.com Beam’s wedding package includes 6 hours of dinner, reception, and dance music, smart and LED uplighting, an interactive MC, customized first dance recording, personalized photo montage, ceremonial audio service & rehearsal, and unlimited hours of consultation.
DJ Entertainment offers professional, customized wedding entertainment and event production with DJ services, kara oke, music videos, venue lighting, sound reinforcement, projectors and screens, and more.
Rock n Roll To Go Plus (715) 839-7951
Beckfield Entertainment (715) 828-4440 • michael@beckfieldentertainment.com • beckfieldentertainment.com Beckfield Entertainment provides entertainment during your wedding, and uses LED decorative lighting to get the right colors for your wedding venue, decor, and dress colors.
The Dweebs thedweebs.com An interac tive, unique, adaptable show playing your favorite hits from the 60s to today.
Audio Tonic Entertainment 715-5053490 • audio-tonic.com A privately owned, professional DJ service giving customers a fun experience unique to them. Clients will work with the same person at Audio Tonic from planning to event day.
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Harpist Bethany Shuda (715) 497-3245 • Bethany@midwestharp.com • midwest harp.com Bethany Shuda is a full-time Professional Harpist from Eau Claire, WI working throughout the Mid-West and be yond. Bethany is skilled in a wide variety of genres from Classical to Country.
classy, and experienced professional wedding DJs and MCs to keep your guests entertained. Set your music preferences ahead of time online.
ShowTime Entertainment (715) 8211100 • tony@showtimeentertainmentllc. com • showtimeentertainmentdj.com Of fers detailed event planning, uplighting, ceremony sound, wireless mics, all day music coverage, award-winning photo booths, and cinematic videos.
Kaleidoscope DJ Entertainment (715) 225-3533 • kaleidoscopedj@charter. net • kaleidoscopedj.com Kaleidoscope
Gold Entertainment helps create fun and exciting wedding receptions featuring grand march, dollar dance, bouquet toss, garter toss, bride & father dance, groom & mother dance, introductions, dinner music, and more.
com Reverend Sandra McKinney is a non-denominational wedding officiant that customizes ceremonies to reflect your beliefs and values, and treats every unique wedding differently.
Officiants
• ken@thymemark.com • thymemark.
Jason Chambers gigsalad.com Cham bers is a singing acoustic guitarist that plays variety of hits and original music, including a few country hits. Can provide soft acoustic background music, or upbeat dance-worthy, crowd-pleasing entertain ment.
Awesome Wedding Events (715) 5592284 • awesomeweddingevents.com Rev Frank & Rev Kaija focus one making your wedding day one that you will cherish for ever. They will customize your wedding ceremony to make it uniquely your own.
Reverend Sandra McKinney Eau Claire
HGT Band (Homegrown Tomatoes) facebook.com HGT is a professional vari ety band that plays a musical repertoire guaranteed to please all ages and get them on the dance floor. Top 40 favorites, classic rock & country, pop tunes from the 50s-70s. Waltzes, polkas, jazz tunes, and more.
Final Call DJ + Officiant (715) 864-4332 • finalcalldj@gmail.com • finalcalldj. com Rob Vanderloop’s wedding packag es include ceremony music, reception music, officiation, and maser of ceremony services.
• (715) 858-3341 • revsandramckinney.
WEDDINGS OCCASIONS
Harpist Serena O’Meara (715) 830-5070 • harp@omearamusic.com • omearamusic. com Serena O’Meara’s various harps and her sparkling musicality play a variety of music to match your exact ambiance. Pop, country, adult contemporary, traditional wedding, or classical music with vibrant energy.
Uncommon Denominator uncom mon-denominator.com A professional party band with a full rhythm section, 3-peice horn section, and two vocalists. A comprehensive songbook spanning 5 decades.
Micah Ryan Music micahryanmusic. com Micah Ryan fashions each perfor mance with an array of original and cover music to meet the client’s needs. If need ed, he can also rent and bring a sound system. He primarily performs acoustic guitar, can bring a keyboard if requested, or use a provided piano.
ThymeMark Celebrations 715-205-3522
com Thyme Mark Celebrations provides an experienced wedding officiant for non-religious weddings throughout west ern and northern Wisconsin and eastern Minnesota.
Weddings by West (715) 577-9728 • weddingsbywest@yahoo.com • weddings bywest.net Free consultation for services that include a personalized ceremony, officiation, and rehearsal coordination. Will officiate weddings, civil unions, elopements, vow renewal, small weddings, and more.
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