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‌If you’re a bride who loves red, it says you’re impossible to ignore and passionate about your pursuits. Red is the color of passion, love and heart — all perfect sentiments for your wedding day. The color can be fresh and vital when paired with bright colors like the right shade of turquoise, or very regal and Old World accented with gold, and who can deny the power of black and red or cool classic combo of ivory and red. 1. Gather red carnations and red roses for a surprisingly elegant bouquet. 2. Let open-toed, silver-accented red satin high heels peep out from under your wedding gown for a bit of derring-do. 3. Here’s a gift idea for your bridesmaids: Red satin clutches. 4. Tie your wedding bands to a red pillow to be carried down the aisle. 5. A charming red floral stencil adorns these top layers of a wedding cake. 6. Fiery red stones and a bit of bling can fill a sweetheart or strapless neckline.

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Let the luxurious glow of gold warm your wedding. Go for the gold and let the warmth of this color give your wedding an air of luxury and sophistication. 1. Pink, gold and ivory makes for a classically elegant bouquet. The gold comes from antique brooches tucked in amongst the flowers. 2. Gold Lulus bridesmaid dress. 3. Treat your earlobes to glittering gold and diamond earrings. 4. Let high-heeled gold pumps glitter beneath your wedding gown. 5. Golden fondant swirls adorn a wedding cake. 6. This wedding invitation manages to be both whimsical and upscale.

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T‌ he groom and his sidekicks should be as pulled-together as the bride’s attendants. Tuxedos and vests are typical men’s wedding fashions for formal weddings, while suits and other attire fit less formal (or more casual) ceremonies. Bow ties are de rigueur accessories for formal tuxes. Bow ties are classics available in solid colors, prints or patterns. They can be self-tie — you’ll have to learn to tie one — or pre-tie bow ties. Styles are standard, butterfly jumbo, very slim line, slim line diamond point and very slim diamond point. For more fashion rules for grooms, check out https:// www.theknot.com/content/fashion-rules-for-grooms

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Fresh ways to use china ‌Sometimes collecting all the pieces to your cherished wedding china may take more time than you think. And if you inherited your collection from your mother or grandmother as a sentimental wedding gift, the pattern name could easily have been forgotten. Dinneware giant Replacements, Ltd., offers a free pattern identification service, and may have pieces you need to complete your set. Replacements’ designer, Julie Robbins also offers fun ways to refresh that treasured pattern. Start by looking for complementing patterns that fit your lifestyle. “You might start with a piece that you

use on a regular basis, such as a salad plate, then build around that piece by adding patterns that pull out a color, shape or feeling that accentuates the current pattern you already own,” adds Robbins. And who says your dinnerware is just for eating? Find fun ways to use it around your home. “Think outside the dining room,” says Robbins. Use tea cups to hold doodads in any room of your house, while tureens and teapots make wonderful flower vases. Use old, pretty serving pieces, such as an oval vegetable or sugar bowl to hold soap or flowers in powder rooms or bathrooms to make the space more inviting. Source: Brandpoint

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❑ Announce your engagement. ❑ Decide on wedding details, such as style, time of day and location. ❑ Pick a date. Do this as soon as possible so bridal party and family members can make plans and reservations can be made for wedding location, rehearsal and reception locations, etc. ❑ Set a budget. ❑ Select the bridal party. ❑ Choose your colors. Your flowers, attire, linens and cake will reflect your choice. ❑ Choose and order the bridal gowns, bridesmaids’ gowns and accessories. ❑ Start planning the honeymoon with groom. ❑ Begin your bridal registry. ❑ Select the caterer, photographer, florist and musicians. ❑ Start planning the reception. Reserve a hall, hotel or facility. ❑ Schedule premarital counseling. Some churches require this for a marriage. ❑ Choose and order the wedding rings. ❑ Order the wedding cake. ❑ Select and order the invitations.

❑ Mail the invitations. ❑ Get the marriage license. ❑ Finalize the honeymoon plans.

Three Months

❑ Finalize wedding day transportation. ❑ Arrange to have names changed on driver’s license, Social Security card, etc.

❑ Complete the guest list. ❑ Plan to have both mothers select their dresses. It’s customary for the groom’s mother to wait until the bride’s mother has selected her dress. ❑ Finalize reception plans. ❑ If reservations haven’t been made for the honeymoon, do it now. ❑ Confirm dates and times with the florist, caterer, photographer, musicians and church. ❑ Discuss transportation to and from the wedding and reception sites. ❑ Choose and order the tuxes. ❑ Schedule bridesmaids’ dresses for fittings. ❑ Choose and dye shoes if necessary.

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One Month ❑ Reserve accommodations for the groom. ❑ Record gits received and send thank-you notes as they arrive. ❑ Plan the rehearsal and dinner. This is the responsibility of the groom and his family, but all should work together on it. ❑ Purchase gits for the bridal party. Brides oten buy inexpensive earrings or necklaces for the bridesmaids to wear at the wedding. Popular choices for groomsmen are money clips, key chains or ball caps. ❑ Schedule final fittings for bride and bridesmaids. ❑ Schedule appointments at beauty salons for attendants, if needed. ❑ Hold the bridesmaids’ luncheon. ❑ Purchase a guest book and decide where it will go, either at the wedding or reception.

Two Weeks

One Week ❑ Start packing for the honeymoon. ❑ Finalize the number of guests with caterer if not already done. ❑ Plan seating arrangements for guests. ❑ Have a hairdresser practice fixing your hair. You may want to practice applying your makeup. ❑ Make sure wedding rings are picked up and fit.

Wedding Day ❑ Relax and enjoy your very special day.

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smart jewelry ‌Jewelry has signified the bonds between people since the ancient Egyptians created the wedding band. But the digital revolution is quickly converting jewelry from a symbol of connection to wireless ways to stay connected. Rings, watches, pendants — even cufflinks — have been transformed into miniature electronic devices that keep us in touch with people, including ourselves. This merger of fashion and function is catching on fast with consumers, and make wonderful gifts for a bridal couple to exchange. According to Gartner Inc., an information technology and research advisory firm, purchases of wearable smart devices will increase 16 percent in 2016, with smartwatch sales alone predicted to rise a whopping 66 percent. Today, nearly all the major tech companies compete in the smartwatch market, including Apple, Google, Microsoft, Motorola and Samsung. Meanwhile, some traditional watchmakers — such as Tag Heuer — have developed their own high-tech timepieces. Top designers are also collaborating with high-tech developers to create smart rings, bracelets, necklaces and other fine and fashion jewelry. FitBit, for instance, offers a line of fitness trackers conceived by Tory Burch, a well-known women’s wear designer. The technology is embedded in embossed metallic pendants and bracelets. PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT‌

Since smart jewelry could be a major jewelry investment— second only, perhaps, to an engagement ring — it’s important to adequately protect it with insurance. Most homeowners insurance policies cover jewelry to some extent. In many cases, however, your coverage may be limited. Plus, a jewelry claim could affect the status of your entire policy. That’s why it’s important to evaluate your insurance options. Typical warranties and protection plans won’t reimburse you if your smart jewelry disappears under mysterious circumstances — meaning you’re not sure whether it was lost or stolen. The best jewelry insurers, such as Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company, a leader in jewelry insurance since 1913, will cover loss in such circumstances. They will also repair or replace the item through the jeweler or manufacturer of your choice and a loss. Source: Brandpoint 12 | wcfcourier.com/weddings

WEDDING DRESS TRENDS

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‌ rom body-hugging F gowns to full-skirted extravanganzas,

the 2017 bridal gown collections are a mix of high drama, sexy silhouettes and sweetly charming print dresses. Bridal designers like Ines Di Santo, Reem Acra, Oscar de la Renta and Christian Siriano have their stylish fingers on the pulse of the latest wedding dress trends. Here’s a look at what they put on the runway for spring 2017.

Ines Di Santo ‌

The Ines Di Santo Bridal Spring 2017 collection was a sexy runway dominated by sheers holding lots of floral creations in place. Romance meets sensuality is how the Toronto-based designer likes it. “I went very soft, romantic. You can see through the layers of the lace, the legs, the tulle,” she said. Like other designers, Di Santo included fit-and-flare looks along with sheaths, A-line silhouettes, halter necks and princess ball gowns. At the core of any bridal collection, Di Santo said, is how the dress speaks to budding love in marriage. “It’s so important,” she said. “You can live without many things but you cannot live without love.”

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Reem Acra ‌

Reem Acra dresses have an abundance of drama in encrusted sheer overlays and a variety of sleeve options, including a web design on a snug pair that ended just above the elbow. The design, almost twig-like, is carried through to the rest of the full-skirted look. Many of Reem Acra’s dress tops were molded at the chest, bustier style, while she played with the lower halves. She put a twist on some trains, creating them to detach and also be used as veils. In an interview, she called the collection “very airy, very light.”

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After a smaller, capsule collection for the famed bridal shop, Siriano is teaming with Kleinfeld again on a broader range. His gowns range from this strapless lace overlay ball gown to dresses with sleeves â&#x20AC;&#x201D; long lacy ones on a column gown and a structured off-the-shoulder pair in satin, embellished with tulle and strings of pearl. And hem lengths range from well above the knee in an appliqued mini to a fitted tea length with an ornate high neck and dramatic train.

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Oscar de la Renta

Designer Peter Copping is making his mark gradually at the storied Oscar de la Renta label, with a mind toward both preserving his predecessorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legacy and modernizing the label in his own way. Some of the gowns featured the sumptuous, extravagant embroidery for which the house is justly famous, and others featured much subtler embroidery for a more modern look. Source: Associated Press

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Children at weddings It’s your decision whether children are welcome at your wedding. Parents may make assumptions that their kids are welcome. Make it clear on the invitation that kids can come by including the phrase “and family.” If not, be firm but polite that children under 12 can’t be accommodated.

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Consider ages. The younger the child, the more difficult they may be to control. Three to 8 is the average age for these roles, so they’re old enough to follow instructions (sort of) and fathom (a little) of what’s going on.

Discuss the idea with the children’s parents. Ask them if they think their child can handle it, and make sure they’re comfortable with the idea. Being in a wedding can be expensive, no matter how small the role. It’s a nice idea to make their clothing a gift.

Let them help pick out their outfit. You can guide their selections, but it gives a child a sense of control if they can pick out the ribbon that goes around the waist of the dress or the tie to wear with the ring bearer’s vest.

Talk about the wedding and make it sound fun.

Have a few practices … walking down the aisle, tossing the flower petals, carrying the ring pillow. If you know the song that will play as they walk down the aisle in the wedding, let the parents know so they can download it to practice along with.

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Who doesn’t think the flower girl and ring bearer are the cutest ones in the wedding party? Just the sight of this dynamic duo is enough to make all the guests say “aaww.”

them, and the setting is unfamiliar. No surprise that these pint-sized bridal attendants are known to throw tantrums and grow roots on aisle runners.

But kids can be unpredictable. The formal clothes are hot and uncomfortable, strangers are staring at

So here are a few ideas for getting them down the aisle with smiles, not tears and frowns:

Ask parents … what you can n do to make sure children are calm and s, well-behaved on the wedf ding day. A e quiet spot to ll nap, someone to help out he or even a video game or movie to watch. y d e

7 Dress them at the last minute to keep them clean and crisp.

Don’t freak out if Janey won’t let go of her doll, or doesn’t want to wear a hair wreath. It’s no big deal. If a child refuses to walk at the last minute, don’t force the issue.

Always have a familiar adult giving them a helping hand — “walk to Mommy” is a good incentive to truck down the aisle. Some children may burst into tears or stop halfway down the aisle. Your guests will smile, Mom will be prepared to rescue the moment, and all will be well.

Bribery works. Nothing motivates like a gift, or the promise of some goodie or other that awaits them at the end of the aisle after the ceremony. Give them plenty of praise, too.

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omething old, something new, something borrowed, something blue,” goes the saying. For her marriage to Jonathan Van Ness, Alexandra Ober – Alex, to her friends, satisfied two of those traditions with a sentimental detail in her wedding dress.

A swath of lace — something old — was snipped from her great-grandmother’s wedding gown — something borrowed from the dress first worn in 1916 — and stitched to her own wedding gown. “I like things that aren’t very traditional, not the typical wedding things, but I wanted to implement some family history into the wedding — sort of vintage-y mixed with new trends,” says Alex, who grew up in the Cedar Valley and now works for a national travel company. Her mom, Nancy, actually wore the dress at her wedding in 1984, so the lace carries a lot of emotion and nostalgia. Alex found a Justin Alexander gown that fit her perfectly and that she could add a train made

Alex and Jonathan April 2, 2016 Vista West Ranch, Dripping Springs, Texas Dress: Justin Alexander with custom work by Olga European Fashion Photography: Photography by Laceymarie Flowers: Petal Pushers Music: Premier Entertainment Group Barbecue: Opie’s BBQ Dessert: Tiny Pies Custom design for logo and bibs: Chrissy Shea

from the lace off the bottom of her great-grandmother’s dress. Alex and Jonathan were wed April 2 at Vista West Ranch in Dripping Springs, Texas, not

far from their home in Austin. The beautiful grounds and rustic “Pinterest-worthy” barn were settings for both wedding and reception. A cocktail hour took place

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Hanson Soda & Ginger Beer. Instead of a guest book, family and friends wrote their good wishes on stacks of Jenga-style blocks, which was later moved to the barn. Approximately 120 guests watched the bride walk down the aisle accompanied by her father. Eight bridesmaids and seven groomsmen attended the couple. Several bridesmaids wore dresses in shades of blue, while others were dressed in neutral long gowns with gold accents, all styles they chose as personally flattering. Groomsmen wore light gray suits with dark blue ties, and the

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groom wore a blue suit. A friend officiated at the wedding, which Alex describes as “not very traditional. We had a niece and nephew read a poem by e.e. cummings, then went into our vows that we’d written to each other. We took a unity shot of saki because Jonathan would take me on dates for sushi every Sunday, and we decided that would be fun to incorporate.” The couple dated for nearly 8 years before Jonathan popped the question. Wedding rings were custom-made at Roth Jewelers in Waterloo. Reception decorations took advantage of the barn’s natural beauty and played with seasonal colors from the Texas countryside’s blooming bluebonnets and other wild flowers. In lieu of table numbers, Alex named tables after places the couple has been. “I used hotel names, and to make it make sense for guests seated at a particular table, there was a picture of us at that location on the table,” she explains. Guests wore bibs stenciled with phrases like “Marriage is messy” and “I got sauced” while dining on Texas barbecue and fixings. Desserts were from Tiny Pies, and the couple

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fed each other a pie instead of wedding cake. At each place setting was a Mason jar of homemade salsa made by Nancy Ober. Father and daughter danced to Stevie Wonder’s “Isn’t She Lovely,” and Alex and Jonathan shared their first dance as a married couple to Beyonce’s “One Plus One.” In addition to dancing to music by a disc jockey, guests could play bags, too. “It was fantastic to have all of our family and friends together and watch them make new friendships. Looking back, I loved the camaraderie. It went so quickly that I tried to be in the moment and take every single second in. These were all our favorite people in the world,” Alex adds. The couple spent a long weekend in Costa Rica for their honeymoon.

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Planning a winter wedding You don’t necessarily want your winter wedding to be holiday-oriented, but undoubtedly the warmth of shades of red and crispness of green are flattering for the season. You can also take the opposite approach and choose a frosty color scheme of silver, white and crystal or go for luxury with gold. FLOWERS

Red roses, calla lilies, and amaryllis are decidedly winter wedding flowers, but if you step outside the flower box, you’ll find a variety of options for winter blooms. What’s hot now: Fuller flowers, such as white hydrangeas and soft ranunculuses, crystal embellishments, pine cones, berries and evergreens.

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Winter seems to call out for a more formal invitation. What’s hot now: Heavy cardstock, hand calligraphy, thematic designs. Centerpieces or arches‌

Candles add a layer of romance to your ceremony and reception sites, but it’s also a chance to be opulent. What’s hot now: Fill vases with tall winter-white branches and hanging crystals to reflect the light from the tables. Surround the centerpieces with votive candles, and top your tables with white dupioni table linens and frosted glass china.

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Reception Hall Directory His proposal was music to your ears. Now it’s time to put your florist, cake baker and caterer on speeddial. When choosing a reception site, check out its size and determine whether it will fit your style of reception and number of guests expected to attend. To assist our readers, here’s a listing of metro area reception halls: AMERICAN LEGION POST 138 728 Commercial St, Waterloo (319) 234-8511 Open to public, accommodates 100-150; book early; $250 per floor, $50 deposit; kitchen, bartender costs extra; no on-site catering; tables, chairs included, linens not; decorating one to two hours before; dance floor. BARMUDA – PARK PLACE EVENT CENTRE 1521 Technology Pkwy., Suite B, Cedar Falls (319) 277-1255 www.barmuda.com/park_place/weddings.php Intimate gatherings to grand receptions accommodating up to 500 people (seated). Services range from customized menus and personalized favors, and event coordinators can coordinate the entire wedding. For customized prices, packages and deposits, call Park Place. BEAVER HILLS COUNTRY CLUB 8230 Beaver Hills Dr., Cedar Falls (319) 266-1975 www.beaverhills.com Open to public, booking upon availability; accommodates up to 250; $500 for room; set up, clean up included; on-site bufet or sit-down style catering, about $15 per person; tables, chairs, linens provided; bar; decorating early depends on availability; dance floor. BLACK’S SKY ROOM/TEA ROOM 501 Sycamore St., No. 710, Waterloo Contact Vern Nelson (319) 233-5109 Built in 1929 atop the eighth floor of the Black’s building, the Sky Room has been beautifully restored. Events from 10 to 360 people; choice of 8 pre-approved caterers or your choice to be approved; open bar, paid bar or combination with bartender(s); tables, chairs, stage risers & podium available; parking connected by Sky Walk. Visit our website: Nelson501.com. Facebook us: Black's Sky and Tea Room. CEDAR FALLS COMMUNITY CENTER 528 Main St., Cedar Falls (319) 277-1900 Available for evening and weekend rentals for special events such as weddings and receptions, anniversaries and other special events. Chairs and tables provided, capacity 200. No on site food prep allowed, but small kitchen to assist with catered food. Dance floor. Non-smoking with ample nearby parking. Additional deposit and charge for wine and beer. Available to rent up to one year in advance; call 268-5541 for more information and booking. CEDAR FALLS WOMANS CLUB 304 Clay St., Cedar Falls (319) 266-1431 www.cedarfallswomansclub.com Full-service event center with seating capacity of 125. This stately home overlooks Overman Park in the heart of the historic area of Cedar Falls. It has been and is a meeting place for many groups and a gathering place for private parties & small weddings. Consider this beautiful Cedar Falls landmark for your next event.

CEDAR VALLEY ARBORETUM & BOTANIC GARDENS 1927 E. Orange Road, Waterloo (319) 226-4966 (Ask for Libby) www.cedarvalleyarboretum.org A lush, 35 acre garden setting located directly east of Hawkeye Community College – the perfect backdrop for your special day. A Saturday wedding in the garden of your choice includes a one hour rehearsal between 4pm and 7pm the night before your wedding and the use of our education center and the garden of your choice from 10am – 6pm on the day of your wedding for $800. Wedding rentals are available seven days a week, prices vary. For more information about booking the Arboretum for your special day, call our ofice or email us at ofice@cedarvalleyarboretum.org. CENTENNIAL OAKS GOLF CLUB Eagle Ridge Dr., Waverly, 483-1765, ask for Lisa Accommodates intimate gatherings to large receptions up to 400 guests; on-site catering and bar services; customized menus; chairs, tables, linens provided; outside ceremony site, on-site event coordinator, professional wait staf, dance floor, complimentary setup and tear-down. CENTER INN BANQUET FACILITIES 209 Main St., Readlyn (319) 279-3839 www.centerinn.com Dining room accommodates up to 75, ballroom accommodates up to 400; banquet room rental Sunday-Thursday, $150, Friday and Saturday, $300; dining room rental Monday-Sunday, $75; basement rental $50; deposit and credit billing $100, required to confirm all bookings, non-refundable; post-event clean up, $100. THE CENTRE HALL 1211 4th St., SW, Waverly (319) 352-1386 www.thecentrehall.com Seating for up to 700 guests. Wedding package includes: day prior to event, day of event, half day ater event, seating for 250 guests including tables and chairs, kitchen area and serving tables. Accommodates the wedding, reception, dinner, and dance without moving or tearing down tables and chairs. CLARION INN 5826 University Ave., Cedar Falls (319) 277-2230, ext. 7322 www.clarioncedarfalls.com Enjoy the convenience of your reception and hotel accommodations under one roof; brand new banquet room called “The Cedar” seating 150 people, mezzanine and plaza seat up to 350, banquet hall seats up to 300; full service catering, $18.95 to $22.95 per plate; free honeymoon suite with whirlpool for bride and groom; special overnight rates for wedding guests; rehearsal dinner, git opening, bridal shower available; tables, chairs, linens, skirting, security, bar, bartender provided; some decorations provided, decorating 8 a.m. day of event; dance floor, table for disc jockey. New Against the Grain Bar and Restaurant. ELECTRIC PARK BALLROOM 310 W. Conger St., Waterloo (319) 319-234-7515 deb@nationalcattlecongress.com www.nationalcattlecongress.com The Electric Park Ballroom at National Cattle Congress is a historic venue that can accommodate 1,000 people. It is an ideal location for wedding parties, banquets or conventions. We ofer multiple amenities such as free parking, two full service bars, complimentary set up and tear down, name on the marquee. Our iconic ballroom features a 81’ x 63’ built in wooden dance floor with a built in stage and lights. We look forward to working with you.

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FOX RIDGE GOLF CLUB Highway 20, Dike (319) 989-2213 www.golfoxridge.com Accommodates 320 people; bookings one month in advance; room rental $900 with $250 deposit (nonrefundable/applied toward rental), includes setup, cleanup and bar, dance floor; additional charges for linens and place settings. Catering available on-site, $18.95 per person bufet-style, no room rental fee if club does the catering (linens included); decorating at noon the day before wedding. GROUT MUSEUM DISTRICT & SNOWDEN HOUSE 503 South St., Waterloo (319) 234-6357 www.gmdistrict.org Allison.bollinger@gmdistrict.org Main building accommodates up to 200, $350-$750. Tables, chairs, set up and tear down included. Cash or open bar available. Full service kitchen. Dance floor. No on-site catering. Snowden House: Historic Victorian Italiante architectural style home. Accommodates up to 120. $50/hr. Tables, chairs, set up, tear down included. Kitchen available. No on-site catering. (Due to historic nature of facility, no dancing is allowed). HARTMAN RESERVE NATURE CENTER 657 Reserve Dr., Cedar Falls (319) 277-2187 www.hartmanreserve.org Accommodates up to 100; booking at least six months in advance; $400-8 hours on Saturday or $475 Fri. nite/Saturday add $100 if serving alcohol; full kitchen, tables, chairs included; non-smoking; decks with scenic overview, bridge, outside amphitheater seats up to 100, fireplace. HICKORY HILLS PARK 3338 Hickory Hills Rd., La Porte City (319) 266-6813 www.co.black-hawkia.s/depts/conservation Accommodates 125; book up to two years in advance; pricing varies, two-day wedding packages available; $100 deposit, more if bringing in beer keg; no on-site catering; restrooms, kitchen facilities (pots/pans not provided); tables, chairs for 125 are provided, additional seating allowed; beer, wine coolers allowed; lakefront view; decorating early requires rental; outlets for DJ; cement floor; attached deck, air-conditioning. HILTON GARDEN INN 7213 Nordic Dr., Cedar Falls (319) 266-6611 www.HiltonGardenInnCedarFalls.com An inviting wedding location with a 5,000 sq. t. ballroom seating up to 340 guests comfortably in banquet style and a 1,450 sq. t. pre-function area ideal for a social hour. Our full service hotel features 113 beautiful appointed guest rooms and suites all with 2 queens or 1 king bed. Our guests can enjoy our Indoor salt water pool and whirlpool, fitness room, exterior patios with fire pits and dine in the Garden Grille & Bar serving breakfast and dinner. Wedding room blocks available. Our desire is to assist you in creating your dream wedding. Please call our talented and experienced Sales & Catering team to help you customize your special day. ISLE CASINO HOTEL WATERLOO 777 Isle of Capri Blvd., Waterloo Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo is an ideal location for your wedding, party, meeting or convention. Isle Waterloo features 5,000 feet of flexible meeting space and 1,600 square feet of pre-function space. This space is ideal for groups of 270 people sitting banquet style or a 400 person cocktail reception. Our professional planning and catering staf is ready to help you create your next memorable event. For more information visit theislewaterloo.com/meetings-saleskit.aspx or call 319-833-2266 to speak with a professional planner today.

JANESVILLE RIVIERA ROOSE COMMUNITY CENTER 307 Maple St., Janesville (319) 987-3512 or (319) 231-7660 The center is a modern, fully accessible facility managed by the Community Center Board of Directors. Its small town location on approximately 10 acres of land near the Cedar River provides an ideal setting for weddings and receptions, as well as reunions, anniversaries, retreats and business meetings. The center features a large hall with banquet seating for 350, a wood dance floor, commercial kitchen, bar and a large outdoor patio. Parking is adjacent to the building. For more details, visit www.jvrrcc.com. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 1955 Locke Ave., Waterloo (319) 234-6908, ask for Jim Accommodates up to 264 guests; rental fee includes bartender, chairs, tables, paper tablecloths, set up and clean up; food options include buffet dinners, sandwiches and/or appetizers; hall includes dance floor with stage for band or DJ; handicapped accessible; private parking lot; located near Crossroads Shopping Center and numerous hotels. NCC PAVILION National Cattle Congress grounds (319) 319-234-7515 deb@nationalcattlecongress.com www.nationalcattlecongress.com If you are looking for a comfortable relaxed open concept venue then the National Cattle Congress Pavilion is just right for you. The Pavilion offers seating for 800 people which makes it an ideal location for anything from a concert to a wedding. Our services include complimentary set up and tear down, name on the marquee, serving the head table as well as keeping the buffet line stocked at all times, two NCC bartenders and free parking. We look forward to working with you. OSTER REGENT THEATRE 103 Main St., Cedar Falls (319) 277-5283 www.osterregent.org Accommodates 80-100; book early; $200, $50 deposit; no onsite catering; can serve own alcohol but cannot sell to guest; kitchen with serving area, sink, refrigerator, microwave; tables, chairs provided for 80; linens rented for $3 each; beautiful view of the Cedar River; decorating day before depends on availability; Hardwood dance floor. RAMADA HOTEL AND FIVE SULLIVAN BROTHERS Convention Center 205 W. 4th St., Waterloo (319) 233-7560 www.ramadawaterloo.com Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Waterloo. We are able to accommodate parties from 50 to 1200 people in our uniquely customizable spaces. Rental prices range from $800.00 to $1200.00 depending on the space need for your special day. The rental fee in an inclusive price, no “hidden fees”. Rental fee includes your setup, teardown, and cleanup; as well as all tables, chairs, linens, place settings, dance floor, and so much more. We have a minimum of $4000.00 for the reception. Customizable dinner (both buffet and plated) menus provided by our professional on-site catering staff for your rehearsal dinner, reception and gift opening. Full bar service with many customizable options to fit your guests needs. Feel free to book the space in advance, no limitations to how far in advance you may book. Call us today to meet with our sales team and to tour the facility. Unique Features: The hotel and convention center are connected via sky-walk to offer ease of access for guests; the hotel is also connected via sky-walk to the parking garage. We gladly offer a complimentary night stay for the happy couple on the night of their reception. Discounted room blocks for the couples family and friends are also available. Special packaging rates apply for events that have multiple functions with us (e.g. rehearsal dinners, reception, ceremonies, and gift openings).

ROTARY RESERVE 5932 N. Union Rd., Cedar Falls (319) 266-6813 www.co.black-hawk.ia.us/depts/conservation Accommodates 300; book up to two years in advance; $650 for all day Saturday; package deals include $800 for both Friday and Saturday night, $925 for all day Friday and Saturday, $650 for Thursday night and all day Friday; weekday times range from $195 to $275, $100 increase on holidays; $200 deposit two weeks prior to event; no on-site catering; kitchen, restrooms; tables, chairs provided for 300 guests; linens, cooking utensils not provided; beer, wine, champagne only; uniformed security officer required if serving alcohol; non-smoking; remote location on banks of Cedar River, deck, gazebo, fireplace, PA system, concrete floor, air-conditioned/ heated; changing rooms for both men and women available. SUNNYSIDE COUNTRY CLUB 1600 Olympic Dr., Waterloo (319) 234-1707 www.sunnysidecountryclub.com Available for non-member special events. Seating accommodations for up to 300+ guests. Customizable menus available. Tables, chairs, linens, complete food & beverage service, dance floor, and staff provided. Contact for booking availability. THE SUPERVISORS’ CLUB 3265 Dewitt Rd., Waterloo (319) 233-4202 www.supervisorsclub.webs.com We offer a full service, fully accessible, non-smoking facility with ample parking which accommodates up to 400 people, some restrictions apply. Full-service bar, AV packages, space for your DJ or band, a dance floor and much more. Create a personalized meal for you and your guests with our many menu options. Our full-time Event Coordinator will help you plan all of the details. Located off of Ridgeway Avenue between Waterloo and Cedar Falls. For more information, call The Supervisors’ Club or visit www.supervisorsclub.webs.com. UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA COMMONS SLIFE BALLROOM & GEORGIAN LOUNGE 1224 W. 23rd St., Cedar Falls (319) 273-2333 www.uni.edu/catering Ballroom seats up to 220; reservations accepted up to two years in advance; $550 for ballroom, $225 for neighboring lounge and attached patio; half of estimated cost paid in advance, remainder due at event; set up, clean up included; on-site catering only by UNI Catering; bar service; tables, chairs, linens provided; sound system in ballroom; portable risers for band, DJ, head table; dance floor; additional decorations available to rent.

WARTBURG COLLEGE 100 Wartburg Blvd., Waverly (319) 352-8286 www.wartburg.edu/studentcenter Groups of 20-200. Full-service banquet facility with customized menu and event planning. Great location for rehearsal dinner or wedding reception. Food and service provided by the College. Half of estimated total paid; tables, chairs, linens provided; bar serves wine and beer. AV equipment available; dance floor needs to be rented and brought in. WATERLOO CENTER FOR THE ARTS AND RIVERLOOP FACILITIES 225 Commercial St., Waterloo (319) 291-4490 www.waterloocenterforthearts.org We offer beautiful newly renovated riverfront spaces that can accommodate up to 250 indoors and 5,000 outdoors; new sound and lighting system; tables, chairs, set up and clean up included; may use choice of caterer; kitchen available; alcohol may be purchased prior to or with a cash bar. WATERLOO ELKS LODGE 407 E. Park Ave., Waterloo (319) 234-7568, Sherri Simon sherri@waterlooelks.com Accommodates up to 375; on-site catering only, $15 to $25 per person plus tax and gratuity; tables, chairs included; decorating day before depends on availability; luxurious atmosphere, stage for bands or DJ, dance floor; plenty of on-site parking. WAVERLY GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB 705 Eighth St. SW, Waverly (319) 352-3855 www.waverlycc.com Open to public for rental; accommodates 275; book about a year in advance; $600, $100 deposit; on-site sit down or buffet-style catering only; one-meat buffet $12.95, two-meat $14.95, three-meat $16.95 per person, call for sit-down meal prices; can bring in wedding cake; tables, chairs, bartender, waitresses, linens $1 per person; decorating night before depends on availability; dance floor.

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UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA GALLAGHER BLUEDORN 8201 Dakota St., Cedar Falls (319) 273-3660 www.gbpac.com | www.uni.edu/catering Hall lobby accommodates up to 200 banquet style, 300 standing; book six months to a year in advance; $700 with $300 deposit; on-site catering only by UNI Catering; bar service; tables, chairs, linens provided; balcony, grand central staircase; decorating day before event; dance floor. UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA MAUCKER UNION OLD CENTRAL BALLROOM 1227 W. 27th St., Cedar Falls www.uni.edu/maucker | www.uni.edu/catering Ballroom accommodates 400+ banquet style with no need to remove any seating for your dance; reservations accepted up to two years in advance; $800 with deposit half of rental; set up, clean up, linens, table skirting, tables, chairs and staging included; on-site catering only by UNI Catering; bar service; sound system and drop down projectors available in ballroom; dance floor; additional decorations available to rent.

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