To combat the August heat, this group planned a 6:00 wedding, and things cooled off quickly just after the sun went behind the trees for this crowd of 240 plus. The party actually arrived on Friday and rented cabins to get ahead on preparation for the on-site rehearsal dinner and wedding. John Brown's Grill provided the food for both nights, and it was a pleasure to see and … [Read more...] about 8.13.16
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8.6.16
This week's group tested the electrical power of the facility to the limits. A DJ played first, after the guests arrived from the ceremony which was held in Mt. Airy. He was set up in the covered area and had an extensive set of speakers and an impressive light show as well. After that, the band Sombra de la Sierra set up on the outdoor patio and played on until closing … [Read more...] about 8.6.16
7.30.16
This week's group took advantage of a brief rain shower just after the ceremony, which stuck around long enough to cool off the evening and then left in time so that the guests could enjoy the outdoor dance area. There was even a rainbow just over the venue at one point. The guests rented cabins for a couple of nights in order to get a good head start on Saturday's … [Read more...] about 7.30.16
7.23.16
This week's group had a lot of fun. They rented both cabins for several nights and were able to get a feel for the property. They then held an all day get together down in the venue on Saturday, fixing two meals for their guests at lunch and dinner. Music was played using the house sound system. Given the heat, they also had a few wise adaptations, such as the "mister" … [Read more...] about 7.23.16
7.9.16
This group chose to have a fully outdoor reception after the ceremony, and what a good decision that turned out to be. The ceremony was indoors, with 179 lined up around the fireplace. After that, seats for 200 were set up under the covered reception area. The outdoor patio was used as the dance floor, which worked really well. Typically, we have the dance floor inside, … [Read more...] about 7.9.16