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The Beauty of the Ozarks

Soaring ceilings, rustic fireplace and handmade double door entrance make this venue naturally beautiful. Our Chapel seats 130 guests and is heated by it’s rustic fireplace and glassed in during winter months.

417-443-0036 | 1320 Keithley Rd., Walnut Shade

Corporate Events • Holiday Parties Special Events • Banquet Space Wedding and Reception Venue 417-888-3025 • 425downtown.com 425 W. Walnut St., Springfield

THE PLACE FOR SPECIAL EVENTS 417-501-8035 • theoldglassplace.com 521 E. St. Louis St., Springfield

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sparrowlanevenue.com | sparrowlanevenue@gmail.com | 417.300.5063

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events@venueatshadowrock.com venueatshadowrock.com | 417- 545-0095

Thoughtfully designed with you in mind! Indoor & outdoor ceremony space – Dedicated reception space Luxe bride’s & groom’s suites – Modern style – Outdoor dance space, firepits & bar – Ozark Mountain setting – Affordable pricing!

H E LP I N G YO U CRA F T TH E P ERF ECT DAY The Crafted Clinic in Marshfield, MO delivers a high end vibe with a small town feel. We pride ourselves in natural results and zero intimidation. Now offering Rx weight loss, Botox,® dermal filler, facial balancing, IV therapy, vitamin injections, SkinPen, PRP, facial laser resurfacing, laser hair removal, tattoo removal, IPL facials, acne treatments, facials and medical grade skincare.

417-221-5700 | thecraftedclinic.com 205 E. Madison

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DEPARTMENTS THE LITTLE THINGS Meg and Michael added personality through an illustrated invitation suite.

Photo by Meg White Photography

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REAL WEDDINGS

RESOURCE GUIDE

Get your ducks in a row before your big day by reading up on all the advice you need to plan something memorable. There are mobile bartenders, tips from brides and the story of a dress worn through three generations.

Ready to get inspired? Read these six wedding stories—all of them featuring local brides and grooms and the gorgeous, unique or personal details they added to their big days. You can even see what local vendors they used.

First up: Find a venue. Our Reception & Rehearsal Directory is packed with beautiful local sites for saying “I do.” Plus, our resource directory is your place to find caterers, wedding planners and so much more. 417mag.com | 417 BRIDE | 11

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Photo by Canaan Gammon Photography

SO IN LOVE Sara and Musa share the wedding planning splurges that are worth every penny in “Love Notes” on p. 16.

TIPS

LOVE NOTES

LOVE STORY

VENUE ROUNDUP

Do something out of the ordinary for your event’s bar service: Hire a mobile bartender.

Recently married couples share their favorite nuggets of advice for brides to be in planning mode.

One heirloom wedding dress has been worn and loved by eight brides, all in the same family.

Looking for something new? Check out these 417-land venues that offer interesting places to say “I do.”

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WE’LL HELP YOU tie the Knot Experience the world champ tastes of Gettin' Basted tied with the novel flavors of Downing Street Pour House.

knottycatering.com | 417.239.5914 or 417.559.2450

dreamyanddarlingcreations.com dreamyanddarling@gmail.com | 417-501-6843 @dreamyanddarling 215 W. Commercial St. | Springfield

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THE PLAN TIPS

GIMLETS ON THE GO Mobile bars like The Traveling Tin Co. bring customized bar service to special events.

MOBILE MIXOLOGY Looking for a way to make your wedding different and unique to you? Replace the traditional permanent bar with a custom bar service on the go! BY JENNA MURRAY & JORDAN BLOMQUIST

obile bars have become super popular in recent years. After all, what’s cuter than a little trailer doling out custom cocktails to fit the aesthetic of your day? Here are three to try.

Photo by Sheri Holloway Photography

Party Party Co. 417-693-0827; partypartyco.com Pro Tip: Owner Laura Head Elliott says many couples focus on creating something that all their guests will enjoy. “Pick the things that you love—the flavors that you love,” she suggests instead. Be Sure To Avoid: “Less is more,” Elliot says. When it comes to the amount of drinks or ingredients included in the recipe, a simplified menu works best. Find Your Style: Party Party Co. hosts a tasting event for couples to create the perfect signature cocktails or mocktails for their wedding. “The couple is able to taste the drinks, see the drinks, see the garnishes, and then they can hone in on what is going to be their favorite,” she says.

Happy Nomads Mobile Bar Co.

The Traveling Tin Co.

417-233-1393, happynomadsbar.com Pro Tip: “Keep [the menu] simple. It’s going to save on your overhead costs, it’ll be easier for your guests to decide and keep the lines down, and it’s usually a little less chaotic behind the bar and things can be set up prettier,” owner Lauren Moss says. Be Sure To Avoid: Don’t try to please everybody. Moss suggests not stressing about planning around all the guests’ likes and dislikes. “Everybody’s going to be happy no matter what because they’re at your wedding,” she says. Find Your Style: The menu is entirely customizable. Moss says they create custom framed menus, with the option of traditional drink names, the couple’s names, their pets’ names or whatever they would like. “We’ll send over a questionnaire, get a feel for what you're looking for, then we always chat with you about what’s important to you,” she says.

417-830-8860, thetravelingtinco.com Pro Tip: Owner Amanda Stowell considers the design and style of the wedding and starts with one favorite type of spirit to base the menu off of. “Think about if there’s anything you had on vacation that you loved, or something that reminds you of a good memory or a good time,” she says. Be Sure To Avoid: Don’t forget to consider the nonalcoholic drink menu too. That should include water and soft drinks but could also be a unique mocktails menu. Find Your Style: Stowell says they build off what the couple already has in mind. She is always looking for new recipes to suggest to clients, often based on the couple’s tastes, the style of the wedding and what season the wedding will take place in. “We’ll just look for fresh ideas, something that we think is good,” she says. 417mag.com | 417 BRIDE | 15

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LOVE NOTES BY KALI SALAZAR

DOUBLE THE LOVE “The truly special thing about our wedding was that we actually got married twice. Our wedding was planned and ready to go for the summer of 2020, but our plans got derailed due to the pandemic. After a lot of thought and consideration, we decided to postpone the large gathering that we had dreamed of. On our one-year anniversary in 2021, we were able to safely have our ceremony and reception with all of our friends, family and out-of-town loved ones. We always say COVID-19 didn’t get us down. We got the best of both worlds: a small, intimate backyard wedding and a big party!”—Alexa & Dustin, learn more about their big day on p. 66

The Barley House at Moon Town Crossing

The perfect venue to host all events from corporate conferences to training and team-building sessions, weddings, reunions, birthdays, concerts and other social gatherings. Let The Barley House team create a unique and versatile experience for you!

417.799.2500

moontowncrossing.com 3060 N. Kentwood Ave. | Springfield

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Photo by Caitlin Wilson Photography

Local couples share their favorite moments and best tips from their wedding days. Read their tips here, then be inspired by their wedding profiles starting on p. 48.

Photos by Canaan Gammon Photography, Sheri Holloway Photography

MAKE IT COUNT

DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY

“Make personal decisions on your wedding day and surround yourself only with those that support that. Choose to include things that are your style and your spouse’s style whether they are cliche or original. You won't regret catering your day to your personal style. If you have vendors you are familiar with, support them where you can and your day will feel more personal. My top things I’m glad we didn't skip: stellar photographer choices, a second shooter to capture all the moments and the photo booth.”—Sara & Musa, learn more about their big day on p. 56

y favorite thing about our big day was our first dance. ur first dance song was ‘Lucky’ by Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat. We picked this song because it was one of our favorite songs to listen to at the beginning of our relationship because we were lucky to have each other as our best friend. really wanted our first dance to be outside and we planned on doing it after dinner. We added string lights on the patio, we had the view of the lake, and we were under the stars. At the beginning of the song, it goes ‘across the water, across the deep blue ocean under the open sky. t was a dream fter we had our first dances we had a beautiful display of fireworks. —Brooke & Jacob, learn more about their big day on p. 64

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ELEGANT OCCASION CCASIONS S. MEMORABLE EVENT VENTS S.

417-860-7734 / 408 N. 4 TH A VE / O ZARK / H APPY C HEF C ATERING . COM

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THE PLAN LOVE STORY Betty Embrey, 1962

Julie Hurd, 1985

Peggy Napper, 1962

Melanie Monroe, 1985

Charlotte Karr, 1983

Jennifer Elswick, 1991

TIMELESS TREASURE Melody Green was the eighth bride to wear a family heirloom dress.

Terry Sondermann, 1993

A DRESS FOR GENERATIONS Eight brides were able to share one dress over three generations of women. BY KAREN BLISS

Photos courtesy Jennifer Elswick

wedding dress can be special to a bride, but if cared for and kept for generations it can represent a long-lasting love for multiple brides. Jennifer Elswick’s family has kept an heirloom wedding dress, which has lasted for three generations of brides who chose to wear it. The dress was originally purchased at Netter’s, which was a store housed in the Heer’s building in downtown Springfield. It was intended for Jennifer’s mother, Betty Embrey, and her sister Peggy in 1961 for back-to-back weddings. “I got married in January of 1962, and (Peggy) planned a wedding in April of 1962,” Betty says. “We purchased the gown for a little over $50. We shared the expense, and we had shared almost everything our entire lives, so it was nice we were able to share the wedding gown too.” But the dress had a longer life than originally planned on, and ended up lasting for a total of eight brides. The dress was worn by Jennifer’s sisters Charlotte and Julie, her cousins Melanie and Terry, Jennifer herself, and then Melody, Jennifer’s oldest daughter.

Few alterations have been made for the dress, besides size adjustments, with the exception of Jennifer’s sister adding a longer train. Jennifer says the dress was no longer as white, so the color of the train had to match and be stained. She remembers her parents sitting in the kitchen, tea-staining it. Other than that, Jennifer says the style of the dress has stood the test of time. “My daughter and I went looking for a veil,” she says. “A lot of dresses in the shop were not ‘whitewhite’ either. So it has stood the test of time.” Jennifer says her aunt, who is in charge of preserving the dress, has kept the dress in a suitcase all these years to keep it from getting damaged. But the dress is more than likely going into retirement now. Jennifer says it can no longer be sent to the cleaners because of how old the fabric is. It required an air cleaning for Melody and was too fragile for a regular dry cleaning. “I can’t imagine it making it to the next generation,” Jennifer says, pointing out that the next family members to get married are only 4 years old or younger today. Wearing the dress through the generations wasn’t exactly planned. Betty says she wanted her daughters

to have the wedding dress of their dreams. Charlotte, Betty’s oldest daughter, was the one who started the family trend by making the choice to wear it to her wedding. “She kind of surprised me, but I was very pleased of course when she told me she wanted to wear my dress. I never really encouraged it, but she made the choice.” The dress isn’t the only thing that’s stood the test of time. Betty and Peggy wore a string of white pearls that have now been worn by Betty's daughters and granddaughter Melody. Plus, the most important things that have lasted are the marriages themselves. All the women in the family that have worn the dress have been married a total of 302 years. In regards to the dress, Jennifer says wearing it just seemed like a tradition that was worthwhile to carry on. “I never considered wearing anything else,” Jennifer says. “That was one of the most important things to me at my wedding, that I was going to be in that dress. Those of us coming later in the line of people, we never really considered anything else.” 417mag.com | 417 BRIDE | 19

REVEAL YOUR

Inner Beauty SHERRIE AMENT-STURTEVANT, FNP-BC & AMANDA WARD, RN, FNP

417.512.8288 | 2225 W Chesterfield St #101, Springfield, MO 65807

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THE PLAN

AFFINITY RIVERSIDE ESTATE

VENUE AT SHADOW ROCK

LIBERTY PLANTATION

THE UPLAND

hotos by Justin ugge courtesy

nity iverside state iberty lantation The pland

SAY “I DO” TO NEW VENUES Find the wedding venue that you’ve been dreaming about nearby. Whether you want to be surrounded by nature and luscious greenery or elegant, modern decor when you say “I do,” there’s a place for you and your soon-to-be spouse. BY JENNA MURRAY

FOR AN OUTDOORSY VIBE

FOR A SLEEK MODERN LOOK

FOR COUNTRY GLAMOUR

FOR SOUTHERN CHARM

AFFINITY RIVERSIDE ESTATE 381 Guin Road, Nixa , affinityestate com ave you always imagined tying the knot while surrounded by trees and fresh air nity iverside state o ers ceremony and reception venues for all the nature loving couples. The courtyard featuring greenery and wooden seating provides the perfect venue for outdoor ceremonies. The scenery and forest backdrop at nity iverside state create a plethora of unique photo opportunities. ndoor or covered ceremony and reception sites are also available.

THE VENUE AT SHADOW ROCK Columbus Road, Forsyth 417-545-0095 venueatshadowrock com The enue at hadow ock o ers both indoor and outdoor ceremonies with elegant modern features. The outdoor venue creates an intimate moment surrounded by cedar trees and wooden benches. The indoor venue creates a modern graceful look with white chairs and lots of natural lighting. The enue at hadow ock also has both indoor and outdoor reception spaces that are ideal for creating a perfect ending to your perfect day.

THE UPLAND Diggins Road, Seymour 417-319-1703 theuplandevents com hether you re planning for an intimate elopement or a big wedding surrounded by loved ones The pland has acres of land to make your dreams come true. ocated in the scenic countryside The pland can accommodate up to guests. t o ers both indoor and outdoor spaces. The square foot outdoor space includes a covered pavilion and the option to add gas fire pits. nside square feet includes private wedding party suites.

LIBERTY PLANTATION Bass Bend rail, Cape Fair 417-772-4273 libertyplantation weddings events com iberty lantation radiates luxury elegance and grandeur. The venue features a grand ga ebo for an elegant outdoor ceremony a southern style mansion for a unique wedding photo backdrop and a reception hall outfitted with chandeliers and marble flooring. There s also a quaint Bride s Cottage where the bride can get ready. iberty lantation is the type of place that will add some southern charm to your big day. 417mag.com | 417 BRIDE | 21

Dreams Do Come True at

417.848.2821 | info@storybookbarnmo.com | storybookbarnmo.com | Just 10 miles east of Springﬁeld | 9658 E. State Hwy D, Rogersville, MO 65762 Photos by 417 PhotoWorks

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g n i d ed Guide

You’ve found the one. Now say “I do” to these select vendors who can help you create the perfect day. We’ve put together your Wedding Guide to make planning even easier!

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Venues

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park 2038 W. STATE HIGHWAY 86 LAMPE, MO 877.459.5687 DOGWOODCANYON.ORG

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or a one-of-a-kind destination wedding, Dogwood Canyon Nature Park offers unforgettable wilderness venues unlike anywhere else. Let your perfect day unfold against the backdrop of their crystal-clear streams, cascading waterfalls, handcrafted bridges and beautiful meadows. Surrounded by more than 10,000 acres of pristine wilderness, there are numerous settings throughout the park that can accommodate celebrations both large and small. Their specialists can assist you in selecting a venue that suits your individual tastes and comfortably accommodates the size of your wedding.

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Dogwood Canyon offers one-of-a-kind customizations to make your day unforgettable. Ask about special touches like bicycles for your guests to ride between the ceremony and reception sites, fire pits and s’mores, getaway canoes, fly fishing receptions and more. With its stunning natural beauty and long-standing tradition of genuine Ozarks hospitality, there is perhaps no more perfect place to say “I do” than Dogwood Canyon Nature Park. Dogwood Canyon Nature Park is also delighted to host your rehearsal dinner, farewell brunch and any other special events related to the big day. Wedding and reception venue tours can be arranged. The Nature Park is the perfect escape to serenity that offers hiking,

biking, wildlife tours, horseback riding and trout fishing amongst towering bluffs, creek beds and wildlife. Its purpose is to “promote and protect the natural environment of the canyon’s wildlife and plant life.” They offer unforgettable views where you’ll have your guests undivided attention! In fact, Dogwood Canyon is certified with both Wedding Wire and The Knot and is proud to hold awards for its ceremonies and receptions. Visit their website to see options for their venue locations, download an official brochure, see their current catering menu and book your complimentary consultation to start planning right away!

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802 FINLEY FARMS LN. OZARK 417.210.6644 FINLEYFARMSMO.COM

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Finley Farms

inley Farms is a timeless setting for nuptial traditions that have been around since the bygone days. Here, couples can celebrate the most momentous of occasions, surrounded by nature on the banks of the Finley River in Ozark, Missouri. We invite all couples to retreat to the Finley Farms for their next celebration, ceremony or gathering. A destination where discovery and hospitality intertwine and born out of a genuine passion for local heritage, it is destination to make memories and magic in the heart of the Ozarks. Choose from one-of-a-kind venues immersed in nature, including the open-air chapel on the banks of the Finley River, the

Photo courtesy Meg White, Chenoweth Creative, Abbigail Derrick Photography

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century-old Riverside Bridge and the sprawling urban farm. Or, go back in time and celebrate in spaces rich with history, including The Ozark Mill, originally built in 1833, and The Workshop, a 1930s industrial garage turned coffee shop and makers space, overlooking the property. With a variety of both intimate and large-scale spaces available for weddings, elopements, receptions, showers, celebrations and beyond, our venues can accommodate intimate settings or larger gatherings for up to 150 guests. All celebrations at Finley Farms offer couples and their guests a backdrop of lush flower fields, moody wooded scenes and iconic

structures for unique settings and incredible photo sessions. Additionally, Finley Farms offers a variety of catering options with exquisite menus featuring farm-to-table fare and craft cocktails, plus, complete audio setups for bands and DJs, and a trusted list of preferred vendors to make your event effortless. Finley Farms would be honored to be a part of your wedding day! Let us help you create an unforgettable experience and memories for a lifetime. Visit finleyfarmsmo.com today to startplanning your wedding, event or reception.

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ith stunning views and an unrivaled atmosphere, Bear Creek Lodge is an incomparable event venue nestled just 10 minutes outside of Branson. There’s no fuss and no stress–just a dedicated staff ready to help you realize the wedding of your dreams.

1320 KEITHLEY ROAD WALNUT SHADE, MO 417.443.0036 BRANSONGARDENWEDDINGS.COM

The setting at Bear Creek is anything but typical. Whether you envision a charming garden or an intimate chapel in the woods, Bear Creek offers natural elegance at competitive prices. Their packages include all the major choices for your special day. There’s scrumptious catering, a fabulous DJ, a skilled photographer, a bartender and a pastry chef who crafts mouth-watering, made-for-you cakes. Elevate your wedding from one big day to a weekend celebration with a stay at Bear Creek’s lodging. Your family and friends will love the complimentary breakfasts and the cozy cabins and suites, complete with relaxing hot tubs. And with a wine tasting at Bear Creek Wine Co. and Brewery, there are even more possibilities to celebrate with your guests. Get off the beaten path with a wedding at Bear Creek. To view the property and find out more, make an appointment today.

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Photos by Leah Stiefermann

Bear Creek Lodge

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ig Cedar Lodge, a world-class resort located right here in the Missouri Ozarks, offers everything you need for your special celebration, from the engagement party to the honeymoon. Choose from one of four distinctive chapels or multiple captivating outdoor settings to exchange your vows surrounded by the great outdoors. Whether you envision an intimate and rustic setting or a grand gathering place, Big Cedar has an option for nearly every couple’s unique style. Experienced wedding planners and a full-service catering department take care of every detail for your ceremony, reception and beyond. And, when the celebration concludes, curl up with your new spouse by the fireplace in one of the property’s many romantic accommodations. Soak up every moment of your special day and begin your new forever at Big Cedar Lodge.

Big Cedar Lodge 190 TOP OF THE ROCK RD RIDGEDALE, MO 800.225.6343 BIGCEDARWEDDINGS.COM

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otel Vandivort is the first-of-its-kind boutique hotel in Springfield, Missouri, offering a 4-Diamond experience the moment you walk through the doors. A revitalized landmark, the hotel takes root in a 114-year-old historic building, centrally located in the heart of bustling downtown Springfield. Fully renovated, the hotel embraces its past by accentuating historic elements that are paired with modern design for a vintage-industrial vibe. Ninety-eight guest rooms sit alongside The Order restaurant, Vantage Rooftop Lounge and over 9,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor event space. Whether you are planning an engagement party, rehearsal dinner or wedding, the multiple event spaces at Hotel Vandivort can flex perfectly to host any celebration for up to 200 guests. The Ballroom, known for its blend of historic elegance and modern design, features high ceilings, chevron hardwood floors, contemporary chandeliers and grand windows overlooking downtown Springfield. Hotel Vandivort offers a truly turnkey experience with stunning backdrops, personalized event planning services, an array of on-site culinary offerings and a dedicated banquet team to ensure your special day flows seamlessly.

Hotel Vandivort 305 E. WALNUT ST. SPRINGFIELD, MO 417.832.1515 HOTELVANDIVORT.COM

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eady to celebrate with all of your friends and family? The University Plaza has over 170,000 square feet of options to choose from, including two traditional ballrooms and the Springfield Expo Center across the street in addition to the Tower Club, to be able to accommodate a broad array of events. They host many events, from weddings and receptions to galas and annual conventions. With the amount of events that are held at University Plaza, it will be no surprise that the food is also great. The culinary team at University Plaza is able to customize menus to fit your event or palate, so every guest will be happily satisfied. Guests will enjoy staying the night in the University Plaza Hotel, a contemporary city hotel in an unbeatable location with indoor and outdoor pools and a terrace lounge. Leave the car keys in your room and simply walk to your event! Top-tier meeting facilities, technology, amenities and an unbeatable downtown location anchor the University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center as an event destination in 417-land. Backed by a team of event experts who thrive on executing flawless weddings, events and banquets, you simply get great service, setting and catering.

University Plaza Hotel 333 S. JOHN Q HAMMONS PARKWAY SPRINGFIELD, MO 417.864.7333 UPSPRINGFIELD.COM

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425 Downtown 425 W. WALNUT STREET SPRINGFIELD, MO 417.888.3025

From the rehearsal dinner to the final send-off, 425 Downtown curates seamless weddings that leave a lasting impression. Centrally located on Springfield’s Walnut Street, the venue boasts a lush brick interior, space for 200 guests and a host of amenities and packages to suit every need. Choose the flat rate package to rent the space, or choose the all-inclusive package and let 425 Downtown’s experienced staff take care of all the details, including catering and bar service. No matter which package you select, your guests’ experience and yours is sure to be unforgettable!

Photo courtesy 425 Downtown

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Cassell Vineyards 1103 LUCKY RD MANSFIELD, MO 417.893.1758

Ciao bella! Cassell Vineyards offers a beautiful wedding scene in a historic open-air chapel. An allin-one site, you and your guests will also enjoy the winery terrace overlooking an incredibly romantic setting for your reception. The Terrace offers a breathtaking view of the rolling Ozark hills as you gaze over a vineyard adorned with growing grape vines. When the sun sets, The Terrace becomes cozily lit with string lights hanging from the wrought iron open-air roof. The property is surrounded by gorgeous woods that offer an intimate and genuinely gorgeous setting meshing hints of Italy with the Ozarks.

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CASSELLVINEYARDS.COM

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GlassHaus Weddings & TreeHaus Village 738 OZARK HOLLOW ROAD BLUE EYE, MO 866.436.2844

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GLASSHAUSWEDDINGS.COM From the moment you set foot on the grounds of GlassHaus Weddings near Branson, you will be immersed in the natural beauty of 417-land. Sweeping views of Table Rock Lake are the backdrop for an extraordinary wedding day like no other. From the beautifully designed dressing rooms to the glass-lined chapel and expansive reception areas, your multi-day celebration will be filled with picture-perfect moments to remember. 3-day packages with on-site lodging in the TreeHaus and Bungalows make this a destination wedding spot to remember. They also offer single day weddings, elopements or micro-weddings. Come. Stay. Celebrate. Play. Learn more at glasshausweddings.com.

The Parks SPRINGFIELD, MO 417.864.1049

Photo courtesy Springfield-Greene County Park Board

PARKBOARD.ORG/WEDDINGS Let nature be your backdrop. The Springfield-Greene County Park Board offers a variety of gorgeous settings for your wedding ceremony or reception, ranging from pavilions and gazebos to premier venues at Lake Springfield Park or the Davis House. Consider Springfield Botanical Gardens for bloom-filled outdoor events April– October, where the Hosta Garden or Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden offers an ideal layout for your ceremony. Pavilion rentals start at $50, gazebos at $100. Check the website for popular gardens and indoor venues. Parks are built to last, so plan to revisit your special spot on your anniversary for years to come.

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Sparrow Lane Venue WILLARD, MO 417.300.5063 SPARROWLANEVENUE.COM SPARROWLANEVENUE@GMAIL.COM Sparrow Lane Wedding and Event Center is set up like no other wedding venue in 417-land. They provide four separate buildings, including a reception barn and a chapel, plus two cottages that serve as “get ready rooms” and can also provide overnight accommodations for you or your wedding party. You can’t take a bad bridal picture at Sparrow Lane! Their venue is quite literally a photographer’s dream, with Magnoliainspired rustic elegance executed in all white for your big day. The refined atmosphere will give you an experience that you and your guests love, with the backdrop for wedding photos that will never go out of style.

The Barley House at Moon Town Crossing

With a tastefully rustic exterior, it may surprise some that the Barley House at Moon Town Crossing was only constructed in 2018. You can thank the local Amish artisans who built the barn by hand with only locally sourced materials. This fantasia of old-fashioned design and new construction makes The Barley House a prime landing spot for events with character. Flexible seating arrangements and an adjoining patio give the space an “all-purpose” feel, further aided by the venue’s projector, screen and surround sound capabilities. The planning of social and professional gatherings can be simplified even further by utilizing The Barley House’s all-inclusive event packages. The fusion of old and new, and the attention to detail, make The Barley House at Moon Town Crossing an ideal event venue for all of life’s events including weddings, corporate events and special occasions. To reserve a date call 417-799-2500. 34 | 417 BRIDE | 417mag.com

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The Old Glass Place 521 E. ST LOUIS ST SPRINGFIELD, MO 417.501.8035

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THEOLDGLASSPLACE.COM Happily ever after begins at The Old Glass Place, located in the heart of Springfield’s vibrant downtown. With more than 12,000 square feet and a seated capacity of 300 people, The Old Glass Place is customizable for wedding events both large and small. Rental includes 12 hours of venue use, round tables and chairs, a state-of-the-art sound system, an outdoor area and a private parking lot. For a schlep-free experience, choose the all-inclusive package, which includes onsite catering and bar service. Celebrate your love story in a place where history meets elegance. Tour The Old Glass Place to discover all it has to offer.

University Plaza Hotel 333 S. JOHN Q HAMMONS PARKWAY SPRINGFIELD, MO 417.864.7333 UPSPRINGFIELD.COM With one of the best views of the city, The Tower Club is a venue rich in history as a private dining restaurant now available for private events. From the top floor, you overlook the beautiful skyline of Springfield, with views of Downtown Springfield, Hammons Field— home of the Springfield Cardinals—and Missouri State University. The culinary team at University Plaza is able to customize menus to fit your event or palate, so every guest will be happily satisfied. Convenience gets closer as your guests will enjoy the stay in the University Plaza Hotel, with indoor and outdoor pools and a terrace lounge. Call today to book your dream wedding in 417-land.

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Venue at Shadow Rock 113 COLUMBUS ROAD FORSYTH, MO 417.545.0095 VENUEATSHADOWROCK.COM Ozark Mountain charm meets modern vibes at The Venue at Shadow Rock, located just 15 minutes east of Branson. Planning a wedding can be stressful, but the dedicated ceremony and reception spaces offer peace of mind on your wedding day. The indoor ceremony space allows for an easy move indoors in case of inclement weather, and an outdoor amphitheatre and patios make it easy to enjoy the natural setting! Getting ready is a dream at The Venue at Shadow Rock, in their large and spacious suites. The bride’s suite is beautiful, but they didn’t leave out the groom. A secret door leads to the groom’s suite with awesome amenities and intentionally designed whiskey room décor. Check pricing and availability and schedule a tour today at venueatshadowrock.com.

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Catering

et Infused Catering prepare a tantalizing menu for your wedding, private dinner, corporate meeting or special occasion. They are a full-service caterer that specializes in customized events to fit any taste and budget.

ingredients. Their wide variety of succulent choices—including their

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group is too large or too small for Infused Catering’s mobile catering and personalized service. They will cook the food, set up, serve and clean up —so that you can truly sit back and enjoy your special event. With their new venue, Infused Catering offers a comfortable,

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welcoming environment for your gathering, whether it’s a rehearsal dinner or a weekly sales meeting. The venue boasts two large banquet spaces and three intimate conference rooms, along with projectors and sound system. Scheduling is flexible and available 7 days a week. If you dream it up, Infused Catering will make it a reality! Infuse your event with their delectable flavors and tailor-made service.

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P Lillee’s Catering & Event Venue 107 ALDERSGATE DR SUITES 3 & 4 NIXA, MO

repare to savor the extraordinary. For 24 years, thousands of clients in 417-land have trusted Lillee’s Catering & Event Venue to craft culinary magic and ensure enduring memories. In their meticulous orchestration of every event,

Lillee’s is truly a cut above. Their outstanding team takes care of the details, allowing you to set worries aside and focus on what matters most. Ideally situated in the heart of Nixa, Lillee’s event space radiates timeless elegance and sets the stage for life’s most cherished gatherings. The venue accommodates about 100 guests, with handicap accessibility and ample parking. Whether your gathering is at their Nixa venue or they’re bringing the catering to you, Lillee’s caters one-of-a-kind food

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classics, and their extensive menu brims with options, such as delicate dinner. No matter the group size, at Lillee’s Catering, the cuisine is always fresh, and the presentation is always beautiful. It’s flavorful food—with a gourmet touch. Look no further than Lillee’s Catering & Event Venue, but don’t delay! Many dates fill more than a year in advance. Contact Lillee’s at lilleescatering@ymail.com to begin the conversation.

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hors d’oeuvres for a reception or a hearty homestyle meal for a rehearsal

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Happy Chef Catering Co. 408 N. 4TH AVE OZARK, MO 417.860.7734 HAPPYCHEFCATERING.COM Catering is at the heart of any special occasion, and for over 15 years, Happy Chef Catering has created unforgettable culinary experiences at premier events in 417-land. From a Hawaiian luau to the classic Southern brunch to a taste of India, Happy Chef Catering does it all. Led by Chef Phil Colbert, the business provides full service catering and bar services for weddings, anniversary celebrations, birthday parties and corporate events. They offer a wide assortment of customizable menus and can work within any budget. For your wedding or special occasion, discover true culinary excellence with Happy Chef Catering.

Knotty Catering Co. 2845 W. HWY 76 BRANSON. MO 417.559.2450 KNOTTYCATERING.COM Knotty Catering Co. is “knot” your average catering company! They tie the world championship barbecue bites of Gettin’ Basted with the pub flavors of Downing Street Pour House. All eats are prepared directly over Missouri hardwood coals, giving the best balance of smoke and fire. Knotty offers tastes like championship ribs, house-smoked pastrami, upscale Wagyu beef burgers and classic comfort foods. You will have access to their vast menu and the freedom to create an indelible lineup. No matter your venue, group size or event style, Knotty Catering Co. can handle it all. Do “knot” be surprised when the food is the top thing your wedding guests remember! 417mag.com | 417 BRIDE | 39

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Elevate Entertainment SPRINGFIELD, MO 417.893.0435 ELEVATEENTERTAINMENT.COM

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hen guests think back on an event, they remember the energy, excitement and experience that was crafted for their evening. Elevate Entertainment was born out of a passion for entertainment that not only can be powerfully impactful, but also takes the vision that you have for your event and breathes life into it. Elevate Entertainment has built a reputation as the leader in wedding and event entertainment. Elevate Entertainment offers custom emcee, DJ and event hosting services for corporate events, weddings, fundraisers and other special occasions. Every event is custom-tailored and personalized for each client, whether they want epic and electric or casual and classy. Elevate performers are known for their professionalism, high-energy personalities and ultra-engaging creative strategies for including guests in the fun. Elevate DJs are dedicated to pushing the limits of what is possible, no matter the event. In addition to premium DJ services, Elevate Entertainment also offers custom uplighting, explosive Hybrid Experience options, awardwinning officiants with Officially Wed and a uniquely interactive photo booth through sister brand Selfie Mirror Photo Experiences.

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significance of each of life’s special occasions. From gorgeous fresh florals to an organic balloon bar to a

unique inventory of paper goods and gifts, Serendipity knows how to elevate and create impact at any type of gathering. Serendipity offers florals for every style and price point, including build-your-own bouquets, DIY buckets and full floral installs. Their balloon bar carries a large selection of colors, prints and shapes as well as design options to fit any budget. Visit their Commercial Street location and design an organic balloon garland, and pick it up

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completely assembled that same day! They also carry an assortment of local gifts and trendy paper goods not found in large national party stores. As a local, women-owned business, Serendipity believes in supporting 417-land. To them, this means supporting area agriculture. It means hosting floral workshops. It means working closely with other local businesses, especially female-owned. Most importantly, it means treating each event as if it were their own. Visit Serendipity to find out how they can enrich and enliven your next party or special event. 417mag.com | 417 BRIDE | 41

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Botox & Co. 2225 W. CHESTERFIELD SUITE #101 SPRINGFIELD, MO 417.512.8288 BOTOXCOMPANY.NET Say “I do” to the ultimate bridal beauty experience! The pros at Botox & Co. love to make every bride and bridal party shine on the big day. They offer rejuvenating facials, flawless makeup and nails, gorgeous up-do’s, IV hydration, hangover recovery and cosmetic injectables, ensuring you’re picture-perfect from head to toe. Your group can meet at the spa, or Botox & Co.’s mobile service will come to you. Botox & Co. is professional, inclusive and always a good time! If you’re planning a bridal shower, bachelorette party or girls’ night out, give them a call to learn more about their variety of services and package pricing.

Dreamy & Darling Creations 215 W. COMMERCIAL ST SPRINGFIELD, MO 417.501.6843 Dreamy & Darling Creations focuses on custom event decor. Sydnie and her team specialize in creating oneof-a-kind decor to fit each style and couple. While Dreamy & Darling Creations’ main focus is balloon garlands, they also offer rentals such as backdrops, florals and more. Sydnie and her team pride themselves on intentionally creating statement pieces you and your wedding guests will always remember. They offer three tiers of services to ensure everyone is able to enjoy beautiful balloons no matter the budget. If you want to elevate your wedding or event to the next level, email Sydnie at dreamyanddarling@gmail.com. 42 | 417 BRIDE | 417mag.com

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Selfie Mirror Experiences SPRINGFIELD, MO 417.893.0435 ELEVATEENTERTAINMENT.COM/SELFIE-MIRROR Add a touch of magic to your wedding day with Elevate Entertainment's Selfie Mirror Experiences. These are not your average photo booths–they're interactive, sleek and so much fun! Guests will gather around, having fun capturing endless selfies through their reflection. Simply touch the screen, strike a pose, customize and boom! Print it out or share it on your phone through instant text and email features, emoji-stamping, retro games, memory books or GIF/Boomerang creation. Their Showstopper 360 Video Stage is like a red carpet experience capturing every angle. Your guests will be talking about this long after the party’s over!

The Red Garter 3265 FALLS PKWY STE S BRANSON, MO 417.337.9542 REDGARTERBRANSON.COM It’s fun and flirty, it’s whimsical and carefree! It’s The Red Garter, 417-land’s top source for lingerie, bachelorette party goods and adult novelties. Looking for the perfect bridal gift? With their inventory of unique, quality merchandise at low prices, The Red Garter is sure to please. Visit their retail store in the Falls Shopping Center in Branson, or check out their website. Whether you’re purchasing in the store or online, packaging and billing are always discreet, and customer information is always private. Discover why The Red Garter has been a customer favorite for 60 years.

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Sabbie Chic Events 417.425.2086

Stunning and timeless. Seamless, stress-free and carefully curated. These are the outstanding qualities that set Sabbie Chic Events apart as a premier wedding and event planner in the 417. Guided by founder and lead planner Sabrina Chamberlain, Sabbie Chic Events creates custom designs and facilitates flawless logistics for destination weddings, elopements, social and corporate events and beyond. Sabbie Chic Events takes a personal approach to every client’s celebration. Whether it is full-service planning and thoughtful design or event-day management, no detail goes unnoticed. Sabbie Chic Events brings calm to the chaos, ensuring a peaceful, memory-filled experience for everyone involved.

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The Crafted Clinic 205 E. MADISON ST MARSHFIELD, MO 417.221.5700

Are you a bride-to-be seeking the perfect glow for your special day? We've got the solution! From Wrinkle Relaxer Injections and Dermal Fillers to IPL Laser and more, we're here to make you radiate with confidence. Our services include beauty treatments, skincare and weight loss, ensuring you’re bridal-ready. We provide a high-end, down-to-earth experience, delivering natural results tailored to you. We’re the top choice for brides preparing for their big day. Our clients describe us as educated, professional and friendly, offering customized treatment plans. Our passion is restoring natural beauty and optimizing health in a non-intimidating atmosphere. Transform into your radiant self for your wedding.

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REAL WEDDINGS

THE BIG DAY

Photo by Asantae Photography

Cameron and Kali tie the knot at Chrysler Commons in June 2023. Read more about their sweet love story on p. 60.

FALL FOREVERS

HERITAGE HUES

ARTISTIC TOUCH

Annie and Hunter start their forever together with the perfect fall wedding.

Meg and Michael incorporate her Filipino heritage into their wedding in stunning ways.

Sara and Musa handmade almost every detail in their wedding including the cake.

FIRST LOVES

SPARKS FLYING

BUMBLE BEE MINE

As middle school sweethearts, Kali and Cameron know they were made for each other.

Brooke and Jacob celebrate their marriage with fireworks over Table Rock Lake.

Dustin and Alexa met on Bumble, so they incorporate bees into their day in a sweet way.

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REAL WEDDINGS HUNTER & ANNIE ROBINSON

Annie Adams & Hunter Robinson

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Greenhouse Two Rivers

and excitement Annie and Hunter felt about spending forever together. Annie and Hunter have always been more of a private couple, and they wanted to make sure they saved some time for just them on their wedding day. To make this day special for them personally, they did a first look and private vows before their ceremony. Annie also knew she wanted to do something special with her mom, so she planned a mother-daughter dance as a part of their reception. To end the night, Annie and Hunter had a private last dance before their send-off. Annie says they were able to have some time alone together, and the feelings of the day really sunk in. Annie says she is still so grateful to do life with Hunter because they have fun together, they’ve been best friends for so long and they’ve really learned how to work well together in their marriage.—Kali Salazar

HIGH SCHOOL SWEETHEARTS After sitting next to each other on a trip in high school, it doesn’t take Hunter and Annie long to fall for each other. They have been together ever since and these high school sweethearts celebrate their lasting love on the perfect fall day.

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unter and Annie met in high school on a church trip when they sat next to each other on the bus. Annie was very shy, but Hunter was outgoing and ended up getting her number before the trip was over. Since that bus ride, they have talked every single day. Annie says that meeting so young came with its own set of challenges, but that in their five years of dating Hunter has helped her through severe health issues and family difficulties and has continued to brighten her day and make her laugh through it all. Annie says that she knew he was the one she could spend the rest of her life with. When it came to the proposal, Annie was completely surprised. Hunter had told her they were meeting friends for dinner, but he led her to a spot by the lake where he got down on one knee and proposed. Shortly after, it started pouring rain, but that didn’t dampen the happiness

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PERSONAL TOUCHES: 1. Annie and Hunter leave the ceremony hand in hand with Annie’s vibrant bouquet from The Thicket stealing the show. 2. Annie and her bridesmaids toast to forever after getting their hair done by Cassie from Honey + Hive Salon. 3. Annie and Hunter share a sweet embrace while reading their private vows from their personalized vow books. 4. The warm fall leaves peeking through the glass behind the head table add the perfect touch to the couple's airy reception space.

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ALL THE LOVE: 1. unter and nnie cut their personal cake topped with vibrant blooms from The Thicket and share their favorite flavors of cupcakes with their guests. 2. The couple vow books hold their own personalized vows, which they exchanged privately. 3. Annie and Hunter gather for a family photo with their large and loving families in front of the picturesque Greenhouse Two Rivers. 4. The bride shakes it o on the dance floor in her whimsical dress from orman s Bridal surrounded by all her friends and family. 5. Annie and her mother share a unique mother-daughter dance at the reception.

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DRESS...................................................................................Norman’s Bridal TUX.......................................................................................John’s Suit Shop PHOTOGRAPHER............................................................Bloom & Be Photo HAIR.................................................Cassie Cribbs at Honey + Hive Salon MAKEUP....................................................................Marisol’s Vanity Room DJ.........................................................................................All Night Soundz VENUE....................................................................Greenhouse Two Rivers VIDEOGRAPHER.............................................Brooke Olivia Photography FLORIST: The Thicket

FALLING FOR YOU fter dating for five years, these high school sweethearts tie the knot surrounded by all their loved ones on a beautiful fall day.

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REAL WEDDINGS MEG & MICHAEL BALDUS

eg and Michael met in college at Drury University during the end of Meg’s senior year. Meg thought Michael was cute and loved his sarcastic humor similar to her own, but she was planning to move to Florida and didn’t want to start a new relationship. Michael turned out to be good friends with the boyfriend of Meg’s roommate, so they saw each other a lot that summer. The night before Meg flew to Miami, Michael drove to her house with Andy’s and told her he couldn’t let her leave without expressing how he felt and trying long distance dating. Meg didn’t think it made logical sense, but she followed her heart and the rest is history. They’ve now been together for seven years and have a beautiful daughter. When it came to the proposal, Michael had to get creative as they had just had their daughter Lucy in December of 2019 and a few months later were placed in lockdown due 52 | 417 BRIDE | 417mag.com

to COVID-19. He planned a weekend away in mid-September with Meg to Northwest Arkansas. During the getaway, Michael and Meg walked down to the dock to kayak and he got down on one knee and popped the question. Meg and Michael wanted to incorporate as much of the Ozarks as they could into their wedding since they both grew up here. They chose to have their wedding festivities at The Workshop at Finley Farms because they saw it as a true Ozarks landmark. Meg also wanted to incorporate her Filipino heritage into the wedding and did so by gifting her bridal party woven mahogany hand fans and by wearing a blue topaz ring from her great great grandmother. Meg and Michael's favorite moment from their wedding day was when it was them and Lucy on the dance floor for a few special songs together. Meg says, “I look at those pictures often and I smile big every time.”—Kali Salazar

The Workshop at Finley Farms

SUMMER LOVIN’ Meg and Michael’s love for the Ozarks shines through in their choice of historic venue and local florals. The subtle integration of Meg’s Filipino heritage meshes beautifully with the local colors at Finley Farms.

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ALL THE DETAILS: 1. Meg’s bridal party gifts of woven mahogany hand fans incorporate her Filipino heritage. 2. The couple’s invitation suite feature beautiful illustrations that even include a sweet picture of their venue. 3. eg shares a unique first look with her father at antage ooftop ounge overlooking downtown pringfield complete with one of their favorite tasty treats. 4. s land natives eg and ichael incorporate as much of the arks as they can into their wedding day. They say they couldn t imagine a better place to tie the knot than at historic inley arms. 5. This blue topaz ring is a family heirloom from Meg’s great great grandmother and another way she celebrates her Filipino heritage on their special day.

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IN FULL BLOOM: 1. eg ichael and their daughter ucy light up the dance floor inside The orkshop for a few special songs. 2. The couple adores the arks and views inley arms as a true arks landmark so they knew this was the place for their ceremony. 3. The couple shares a sweet first dance during the reception. 4. eg s bouquet is a radiant mix of local blooms by ocust loral. They say do amidst other local flowers in the garden at The orkshop.

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DRESS...................................................................................Norman’s Bridal RECEPTION DRESS..........................................................Monique Lhuillier TUX.....................................................................Blackwells Men’s Clothing JEWELRY........................................Gerzen’s Jewelry & family heirlooms PHOTOGRAPHER.................................................Meg White Photography CATERING...........................................................................Simply Delicious HAIR.........................................................................Ashley at Onyx & Ivory MAKEUP........................................................................................Emily Edgar DJ...........................................................................Brice Clark, Brian Bulger RENTALS.............The Gracious Plate, Elegant Linens & Rentals, HOST VENUE........................................................The Workshop at Finley Farms FLORIST......................................................................................Locust Floral

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HOMEGROWN LOVE The couple adores the Ozarks where they grew up, fell in love and started their family. It's the perfect place to celebrate their homegrown love.

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Sara Kahrs & Musa Moss

JUNE 17, 2023 The Venue at Shadow Rock

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THE ART OF LOVE Sara and Musa’s wedding day is chock full of personal artistic touches that make it uniquely them. From baking their own wedding cake to handmaking their own centerpieces and party favors, their wedding day is truly a work of art.

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espite going to the same church, volunteering realized what was happening. Following the proposal, at the same events and having many mutual Musa had planned a sweet surprise at his parents’ house friends and similar interests, Sara and Musa had with both of their families to celebrate the special occasion. never met until they matched on Hinge. Intrigued by his As creatives, Sara and Musa knew they wanted to include artistry and love for animals, Sara sent the first message as many personal and unique details in their wedding as and so their love story began. Their first date consisted of possible. Sarah made 12 cakes for their guests as well as dinner and a paint class where their painting instructor told her own wedding cake! Musa handmade vases for table them that all of the first date couples that come there end decor and as gifts for the bridesmaids to put their flowers in up getting married and coming back to tell him about it. during the reception. Sara also hand drew their guestbook The same rang true for Sara and Musa as they said “I do,” so guests could color in their “person” and write their name earlier this year. below. As party favors, Sara and Musa made ceramic heart Being the artist he is, Musa’s proposal was nothing short magnets glazed in their wedding colors for guests to take of creative as he strategically got a photographer to reach home. To end their beautifully designed day, Sara surprised out to Sara offering a free photo shoot to grow his social Musa with a private last dance to the first song they ever media following. During the photo shoot, Musa got down danced to. The paint instructor was right and Sara says, on one knee behind Sara. As she turned around, she finally “Sounds like we owe them a visit ;).”—Kali Salazar

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WORKS OF ART: 1. ara and usa cut into their wedding cake designed and baked by the bride herself. t is adorned with elegant flowers for the perfect finishing touch. 2. Guests color in their “person” on the seating chart hand-drawn by Sara to make guests feel personally welcomed by the couple. 3. The bride puts on her stunning wedding gown from ows complete with floral lace and subtle sparkle. 4. The table centerpieces feature elegant florals from ebecca s arden tudio and popcorn treats from Ozark Mountain Popcorn. The couple also gifts each wedding guest a ceramic heart magnet they glazed in their wedding colors.

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FOREVER FLAME: 1. Sara and Musa’s details feel elegant and royal with deep purple hues in their wedding invitation suite. Sara’s radiant jewelry from Olive & Piper make her stand out against the soft color palette. 2. Sara reads the personal letter Musa wrote for her to open the morning of their big day. 3. The bridesmaids hold simple yet sophisticated bouquets designed by Rebecca’s Garden Studio. 4. Sara and Musa light a unity candle to celebrate their marriage before taking communion together.

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Photos by Canaan Gammon Photography

DRESS...................................................................................................................................Vows TUX....................................................................................................................Men’s Suit Mart JEWELRY...............................................................................................................Olive & Piper PHOTOGRAPHER.......Canaan Gammon Photography and Inner Images Photography CATERING............................................................................................................Gettin’ Basted HAIR.....................................................................................................................Wendy Mateja MAKEUP.............................................................................................................Blu Skies Salon DJ...............................................................................Courtney with Elevate Entertainment RENTALS.......................................................................Blossom Booth, Table Cloth Factory VENUE..........................................................................................The Venue at Shadow Rock FLORIST............................................................................................Rebecca’s Garden Studio

Photo by Canaan Gammon Photography

CREATIVE VISION Sara and Musa are both creatives, so they handpicked, hand-drew and handmade each detail to fit their vision.

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REAL WEDDINGS CAMERON AND KALI

Kali McCroskey & Cameron Salazar

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and a few happy tears later, our friends and family came running out of the trees to celebrate with us. Once the wedding planning officially began, we knew we wanted everything to feel very intentional and to be focused on the love we’ve shared for so many years. That intentionality looked like having a wedding dress with sleeves my mom made and sewed on from scratch, creating a bouquet for the reception entryway that had one flower from every bouquet Cameron had ever gotten me, writing and reading our own vows in front of all the people we love, putting baby’s breath in my hair from the first set of flowers I ever got from him, designing each piece of wedding stationery myself and having a seating chart I painted with all our loved ones’ names on it in my handwriting. Our wedding day felt beautiful, magical and so much more peaceful than I could’ve ever hoped for. We ended the night just the two of us under the stars for a private last dance before our send-off. In the months since, I’ve been asked if I would go back and change anything about our day. Each time I reply with, “No, it was absolutely perfect.”—Kali Salazar

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SINCERELY, SALAZAR Kali and Cameron have been head over heels for each other since middle school, and their wedding day radiates that love in a beautiful way. Forever sounds sweet for the Salazars.

Photo by Asantae Photography

y husband and I met in September of 2014 on the first day of seventh grade. I remember walking in and seeing him smile and that’s all it took for me to be head over heels starstruck. Even at 14 years old, I knew he was the one for me. Unfortunately, it took him a whole year to come to the same realization. Boys, right? Ever since middle school, we’ve been the best of friends and have walked with each other through thick and thin. I mean, if we could survive our awkward middle school dating phase, we can do anything. It was such a gift to get to grow up with my future husband and to graduate middle school, high school and recently college together. We already have what feels like a lifetime of memories. Because we’d been dating for almost seven years by the time we got engaged, Cameron knew the proposal would have to be something special. He tricked me into dressing up and going to Fellow’s Lake for a photo shoot. Next thing I knew, I was walking up to a beautiful setup of photos of us over the years, flowers from all the bouquets he’s gotten me since we started dating and our song playing in the distance. After he popped the question

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FLOWERS AND FOREVER: 1. Cameron and Kali make their grand sparkler exit after a private last dance to “Golden” by Brian Bulger under the stars. 2. The ceremony entrance piece is an antique gold mirror that has been in Kali’s family for years. The inscription is in her handwriting. 3. The couple takes a moment to celebrate with their friends during their bridal party photos. The bridal party is also the group who sang and played instruments for live music during the ceremony. 4. From personalized perfume and cologne bottles to stationery hand-designed by the bride, each detail is intentionally planned and executed by the couple. The bride’s ring is custom-designed by the groom from Staghead Designs and the groom’s ring contains a guitar string around it to symbolize his deep love for music.

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THE DETAILS: 1. Each bridesmaid’s dress color was intentionally chosen by Kali to represent their warm personalities. 2. The charcuterie table features homemade bread, pepperoni roses, caprese skewers with balsamic drizzle and more delicious treats, all made by the groom’s family. 3. Guests are welcomed with hand-designed centerpieces and placecards made by the bride. The first thing they see as they enter the reception is a bouquet made from flowers Cameron had given Kali over the years.

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Photos by Asantae Photography

Photo by Asantae Photography

DRESS...............................................................................................................Evermore Bridal TUX.......................................................................................................................Touch of Class RING..............................................................................................................Staghead Designs PHOTOGRAPHER..................................................................................Asantae Photography VIDEOGRAPHER...................................................................................................Sam Cochran CATERING.........................................................................................................Groom’s Family HAIR.......................................................................................................Megan Tucker at AVBS MAKEUP....................................................................................................Emily Edgar Makeup DJ..........................................................................................................................Adrian Graves VENUE.........................................................................................................Chrysler Commons FLORIST...................................................................................................He Loves Me Flowers

LOVE IS BLOOMING After almost seven years together, Cameron and Kali say “I do” surrounded by wildflowers at their dream venue.

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REAL WEDDINGS JACOB AND BROOKE

rooke and Jacob met in 2018 at Ocean Zen one December evening. Brooke’s college roommate and her boyfriend, Christian, had asked Brooke to join them for dinner. As fate would have it, Jacob had been good friends with Christian in high school, so he came over to their table to say hello. After Brooke and Jacob sheepishly made eye contact from across the restaurant during dinner, Brooke’s friends invited Jacob to go to a bar downtown with them. “He walked through the doors into the bar, and we both locked eyes on each other,” says Brooke. “It was such a different but nice feeling.” Brooke says she knew he was the one from the night they met, so they decided to date long-distance for a year and a half during college. Four years later, Jacob popped the question at The Worman House Bistro in front of the beautiful fountain overlooking Table Rock Lake. Both of their families 64 | 417 BRIDE | 417mag.com

were there to celebrate the sweet occasion. As they began wedding planning, Brooke and Jacob had several ideas they knew they wanted to incorporate into their special day. They chose to hang pictures of each of their parents and grandparents in the entryway of the chapel with an inscription that read, “Generations of Love. All that we are and all that we hope to be we owe to our loving families.” Brooke included her late grandmother in the wedding by wrapping her bouquet in lace from her grandmother's wedding dress. The wedding had many unique aspects, but one that stands out the most is Jacob’s ring that he designed himself to match Brooke’s eye color. The couple’s favorite part of their wedding day was their first dance outside under the twinkle lights followed by a beautiful fireworks display. Sparks really were flying at the Ruder wedding!—Kali Salazar

JUNE 10, 2023 Integrity Hills Chapel

SPARKS FLYING Brooke and Jacob celebrate their wedding day with family and friends overlooking Table Rock Lake. The evening ends with a fireworks display to commemorate their beautiful day and a lifetime together.

hoto by heri olloway hotography

Jacob Ruder & Brooke Madison

Photos by Sheri Holloway Photography

POPS OF PINK: 1. Brooke and Jacob end their wedding day and celebrate their forever by watching a stunning fireworks display in their wedding colors over Table Rock Lake. 2. The elegant invitations feature the chapel and Brooke’s bouquet watercolored on the envelopes to add a sweet touch to the couple’s day. 3. Brooke and Jacob showcase their last name in a big display of illuminated letters at their reception and follow dinner by dancing to “Lucky” by Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat under the stars. 4. The bridal party keeps it classy in all black dresses and suits with pops of pink in their bouquets and boutonnieres. Brooke’s bouquet is held together by lace from her late grandmother’s wedding dress to include her in their special day.

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REAL WEDDINGS DUSTIN AND ALEXA

Dustin Duckworth & Alexa Snodgrass

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Alexa was ecstatic and they began planning their August wedding. Alexa wanted her wedding to feel personal and intentional even if the guests didn’t notice all the details. To accomplish this, Alexa had her mother watercolor all her signage and she chose her brother to officiate the wedding. She also created signature cocktails for her and Dustin for the reception and gave coffee beans from Mudhouse as party favors to guests in honor of their first date location. The couple wanted to incorporate Bumble into their wedding day for bringing them together, so they had a bee charm sewn onto the back of Dustin’s tie and on the inside of Alexa’s dress. Because the couple’s original wedding date was canceled due to COVID-19, their second wedding with all their friends and family was very special to them. Alexa says, “We got the best of both worlds—a small, intimate backyard wedding and a big party!” The couple’s wedding hashtag perfectly sums up their special day, #ThanksForSwipingRight.—Kali Salazar

Olive View Events

OH, HONEY Bees are subtly featured throughout Dustin and Alexa’s wedding day. After meeting on Bumble, they knew they would want to commemorate the app that brought them together in some way. They do this by setting bee plates on their head table and sewing bee charms into Alexa’s dress and Dustin’s tie.

Photo by Caitlin Wilson Photography

s working professionals, both Alexa and Dustin struggled to find time to go out and meet new people. They each decided to give Bumble a try and see if it led to anything. When they first matched on the dating app, Alexa thought Dustin looked “too good to be true,” but after he extended their match so it wouldn’t expire, Alexa knew she had to see what he was all about. They began texting and shortly after, they met at Mudhouse and Alexa says, “The rest is history.” Each year, they still go back to the same spot at Mudhouse to celebrate the anniversary of their first date. Dustin decided to surprise Alexa with a proposal during what she thought were just family photos that fall. Dustin had prearranged the surprise with the photographer, Alexa’s parents and her son. The moment didn’t seem right until the very end of the photos when Dustin had been on one knee for a previous pose, and he pulled the ring out of his pocket and said, “Can you hold this for me?”

AUGUST 8, 2020

Photos by Caitlin Wilson Photography, Jo Johnson Photography

SWEET MOMENTS: 1. Alexa’s stunning silver jewelry is the perfect addition to the soft colors and details at their second wedding. The sparkling silver against the blue and pink create a beautiful contrast that feels like royalty. 2. The couple makes a grand exit from their first wedding ceremony in their car decorated with a white banner announcing “Just Married.” 3. After their original wedding date was cancelled due to COVID-19, the couple beams with joy at getting to gather with all their friends and family at their second ceremony. 4. The elegant white cake boasts a large silky pink bow to add the perfect finishing touch to the colorful desserts from Sugar Leaf Bakery at the couple’s second reception.

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Find a wedding, reception or rehearsal dinner venue for your big day.

All the vendors you need to plan the perfect wedding day event.

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SPRINGFIELD METRO

Rental Range

Phone

No. of guests

425 DOWNTOWN EVENTS & CATERING

417-888-3025

200

$750

Starting at $750

AFFINITY RIVERSIDE ESTATE

417-840-5352

2–250

Varies

Starting at $1,695

ANDY B’S RESTAURANT & ENTERTAINMENT

417-883-1234

649

Varies

AVANZARE ITALIAN DINING

417-567-3463

$150

Food and beverage minimum of $200

AVIARY CAFÉ

417-881-9736

20–127

$50

$450 minimum

THE BARLEY HOUSE AT MOON TOWN CROSSING

417-799-2500

310

Varies

BRUNO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT DOWNTOWN

417-866-0007

$250

Subject to minimum expenditure

CHAR STEAKHOUSE

417-823-8383

350

$100

Varies

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT-SPRINGFIELD AIRPORT

417-869-6700

50–80

20%

Varies

THE DAVIS HOUSE

417-874-2942

Varies

Up to $1,200

DISCOVERY CENTER OF SPRINGFIELD

417-229-7738

10–1,000

20%

$500–$3500

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON

417-831-3131

350

Varies

ENCHANTED HILLS WEDDINGS & EVENTS LLC

417-425-7948

120–150

Varies

FINLEY FARMS

417-210-6644

25–150

Varies

FLAME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR

417-862-4444

35–60

Varies

$100–200

FREMONT HILLS COUNTRY CLUB

417-725-1506

125

N/A

$500

THE GALLERY AT THE GILLIOZ

417-863-9491

200

25%

$1,000–2,400

GETTIN' BASTED

417-559-2450

50–60

N/A

GILARDI’S

417-862-6400

200

25%

Varies

GREENSTAY COURTVIEW

417-520-6200

up to 99

N/A

Varies

HARUNO SUSHI BAR & GRILL

417-887-0077

up to 50

None

$250–3,000

HASELTINE ESTATE

417-631-5797

200

$1,000

Starting at $2,600

HERITAGE CHAPEL & RECEPTION VENUE

417-414-2688

2–200

$300

Starting at $300

HIGHLAND SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB

417-886-0408

250

$1,500

Starting at $1,500

HILTON GARDEN INN

417-875-8849

172

None

$350–1,050

HISTORIC FIREHOUSE NO. 2

417-839-0119

200

50%

$750–5,000

HOLIDAY INN & SUITES

417-522-2671

15–180

Varies

$300–1,000

HOTEL VANDIVORT

417-832-1515

4–180

Varies

$500–3,000

JORDAN VALLEY PARK

417-874-2942

25–5,000

$50

Starting at $600

JUNIPER GARDENS

417-693-1441

175

$800

$1,200–5,300

LAKE SPRINGFIELD BOATHOUSE

417-891-1550

100%

Starting at $200

THE MANSION AT ELFINDALE

417-234-7728

130

50%

Varies based on event details

MASO PIZZA BAR

417-720-1047

100

N/A

METROPOLITAN GRILL

417-889-4951

$100

$300–1,500

MIZUMOTO JAPANESE STROLL GARDEN

417-891-1515

150

$50

Starting at $500

NAKATO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

417-881-7171

30–40

$200

Varies based on event size.

SPRINGFIELD BOTANICAL GARDENS AT NATHANAEL GREENE/CLOSE MEMORIAL PARK

417-891-1515

15–200

$25–50

Starting at $25

NICOLA’S RISTORANTE

417-886-3700

35–130

N/A

NORTHVIEW CENTER BALLROOM

417-837-5808

up to 300

100%

Starting at $65 per hour, 2-hour minimum

OASIS HOTEL AND CONVENTION CENTER

417-866-5253

1,400

25%

Starting at $225

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Deposit

Catering Options

Outdoor Facilities

Restaurant

Website

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

425downtown.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

affinityestate.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

bowlandybs.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

avanzareitaliandining.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

aviarycafe.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

moontowncrossing.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

sgfbrunos.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

charsteakandoyster.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

marriott.com/sgfap

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

parkboard.org

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

discoverycenter.org

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

springfield.doubletree.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

enchantedhillsweddings.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

finleyfarmsmo.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

flamesteakhouse.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

fremonthillsgolf.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

gallerysgf.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

gettinbasted.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

gilardisonwalnut.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

greenstayhotels.com/greenstay-court-view

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

harunosushi.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

haseltineestate.com

Yes with fee

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

heritagechapel.net

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

highlandsprings.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

springfieldmo.hgi.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

historicfirehouse.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

ihg.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

hotelvandivort.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

parkboard.org

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

junipergardens417.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

parkboard.org/lakespringfield

Outside catering acceptable

mansionatelfindale.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

masopizzabar.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

metropolitan-grill.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

parkboard.org/botanical

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

nakatospringfield.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

parkboard.org/botanical

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

nicolasristorante.com

Outside catering acceptable

parkboard.org/northview

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

springfieldoasis.com

RECEPTIONS & REHEARSALS

Alcohol Permitted

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SPRINGFIELD METRO

Phone

No. of guests

OLD TOWNE EVENT CENTER

417-848-3908

440

$500

Starting at $1,000

OZARKS EVENT CENTER

417-818-3638

476

$500

$2,000–2,500

THE PARTY BUS KINGS

417-496-8478

$300

$165 per hour

PLASTER STUDENT UNION AT MISSOURI STATE

417-836-5653

500

$500

Varies based on event size

RELICS EUROPEAN COURTYARD & RELICS ANTIQUE MALL

417-883-1143

Varies

RELICS EVENT CENTER

417-883-1143

50–500

Varies

Starting at $395

RUTLEDGE-WILSON FARM PARK

417-837-5949

25–600

50%

$200 minimum

SAVOY BALLROOM

417-865-2255

250

$500

$2,000–5,000

THE SERTOMA EVENT CENTER

417-501-5272

50%

$50–150 per hour, 2–hour minimum

SHRINE MOSQUE

417-869-9164

1,500

Varies

Starting at $1,000

SPRING CREEK ESTATES

417-425-5700

200

$500

$2,500–4,000

SPRINGFIELD BREWING COMPANY

417-986-4722

200

Rental Fee

$50–2,000

SPRINGFIELD EXPO CENTER

417-522-1122

4,500

20%

Varies

TEA BAR & BITES BAKERY, CAFÉ AND CATERING

417-866-7500

40 on-site, 100 off-site

$50–200

Starting at $200 per hour

THE TOWER CLUB

417-522-1122

200

20%

Varies

TWIN OAKS COUNTRY CLUB

417-881-4744

180

Varies

Varies based on event size

UNIVERSITY PLAZA HOTEL & CONVENTION CENTER

417-864-7333

1,600

20%

Varies based on event size

VENUE ON BRICK

417-824-2097

200

Starting at $1,000

$1,000–4,500

VERIDIAN EVENTS

417-693-0663

300

20%

$150–3,200

WHITE RIVER CONFERENCE CENTER

417-891-5111

10–700

$500

$1,500–12,500

WHOLE HOG CAFE

417-720-4759

up to 40

None

Free with booking

JOHNNY MORRIS' WONDERS OF WILDLIFE NATIONAL MUSEUM

888-222-6060

300+

Varies

$750+

BRANSON CONVENTION CENTER

417-336-5401

Up to 5,000

$1,000

Varies

BRANSON HILLS GOLF CLUB

417-337-2963

100–150

50%

$500–5,000

BRANSON LANDING

417-559-3695

800

Varies

Starting at $1,000

CHATEAU ON THE LAKE RESORT, SPA & CONVENTION CENTER

888-333-5253

Up to 3,000

Varies

CLARION HOTEL BRANSON

417-334-7666

300

$750 (Minimum Rental of 20 Rooms Required)

Varies

GLASSHAUS WEDDINGS

866-436-2844

225

33%

$7,500–9,500

HILTON BRANSON CONVENTION CENTER HOTEL

417-243-3419

up to 80

$500

$200–850

HILTON PROMENADE AT BRANSON LANDING

417-243-3419

up to 120

$500

$300–1,200

LINDWEDEL WINERY

417-338-0256

40–80

$100–200

$100/hr–750

VENUES AT THE PADDLEWHEEL

417-239-3980

Up to 500

Varies

$250–3,000

POINTE ROYALE GOLF VILLAGE

417-334-0634

54–170

$125

Varies

SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS

417-251-3305

100–200

$500

$1,000–4,500

STONE CASTLE HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER

417-335-4700

40–300

Varies

STONEBRIDGE RESORT

417-335-7869

up to 200

25%

$650–3,000

SYCAMORE CREEK RANCH

417-221-6097

25–300

Varies

Starting at $750

TITANIC - WORLD’S LARGEST MUSEUM ATTRACTION

417-334-9500

25–250

Varies

Rental Range

Deposit

BRANSON

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Catering Options

Outdoor Facilities

Restaurant

Website

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

oldtowneeventcenter.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

oec417.com

Yes

N/A

thepartybuskings.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

missouristate.edu/conferences

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

facebook.com/relicseventcenter

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

facebook.com/relicseventcenter

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

parkboard.org/farmpark

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

cstreetsavoy.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

facebook.com/theeventcenterspringfield

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

theshrinemosquespringfield.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

springcreekestates.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

springfieldbrewingco.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

springfieldexpo.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

teabarandbites.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

upspringfield.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

twinoakscountryclub.com

Yes

No outside catering

upspringfield.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

venueonbrick.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

veridianevents.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

whiteriverconferencecenter.com

No outside catering

Yes

wholehogsgf.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

wondersofwildlife.org

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

bransoncc.com

Yes

Limited outside catering

Yes

bransonhillsgolfclub.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

bransonlanding.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

chateauonthelake.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

choicehotels.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

glasshausweddings.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

bransonconventioncenter.hilton.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

promenadebransonlanding.hilton.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

lindwedelwinery.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

thepaddlewheel.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

pointeroyale.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

theshepherdofthehills.com/weddings

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

bransonstonecastle.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

stonebridgebranson.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

sycamorecreekfamilyranch.com/weddings

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

titanicbranson.com

RECEPTIONS & REHEARSALS

Alcohol Permitted

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OTHER 417-LAND LOCATIONS

Phone

No. of guests

Rental Range

Deposit

AMADEUS RANCH (SENECA)

417-850-0980

400

$500

Starting at $2,000

AMERICAN LEGION MEMORIAL POST 434 (NIXA)

630-991-0657

80–90

Starting at $70

THE ATRIUM (MERRIAM WOODS)

417-546-0027

200

$800

Starting at $3,200

THE BARN AT WALNUT CREEK (MARSHFIELD)

417-894-0603

185–200

$500

$1,200–2,600

BEAR CREEK TREE TOP CHAPEL AND BRANSON GARDEN WEDDINGS (WALNUT SHADE)

417-443-0036

150

50%

Varies

BIG CEDAR LODGE (RIDGEDALE)

800-225-6343

30–500

Varies

Varies; call for prices

THE BRICK ROOM (OZARK)

417-824-2097

Starting at $275

$275–375

CASSELL VINEYARDS (MANSFIELD)

417-893-1758

150

$1,500

$2,800–3,800

THE CHAPEL AT FINLEY FARMS (OZARK)

417-210-6644

150

Varies

CHRYSLER COMMONS EVENT VENUE (BUFFALO)

417-733-7401

175

$1,000

$1,500–3,800

CLUB 1201 AND EVENT CENTER (JOPLIN)

417-626-0032

150

None

$600–1,200

THE COURTYARD ON MAIN (ASH GROVE)

417-830-4599

100

$500

$500–2,500

CREEDSTOWN RANCH (ROGERSVILLE)

417-848-2103

200–300

25%

Varies; call for prices

DAWT MILL RESORT (TECUMSEH)

417-284-3540

up to 100

50%

$150–1,250

DOGWOOD CANYON NATURE PARK (LAMPE)

417-348-3320

120

Varies

$750+

DOWNING STREET POUR HOUSE (HOLLISTER)

417-559-2450

50–100

Varies

$200–1,000

DOWNSTREAM CASINO RESORT (JOPLIN)

918-919-6178

1,200

THE EMERALD EVENT CENTERS (JOPLIN)

417-499-0069

100–600

Varies

$1,000–1,500

$1,500–4,000

THE GADERIAN (CARTHAGE)

417-850-6117

200

$800

$3,750–5,000

THE GAMBREL BARN (VERONA)

417-498-6966

300

$1,000

Varies

THE GRAND BLACK BARN (LICKING)

573-578-1035

300+

Half of venue rental

Varies based on number of guests

GREENHOUSE TWO RIVERS (HIGHLANDVILLE)

417-612-3892

300

Half of venue rental

$3,000–10,000

THE HITCHIN’ POST (BILLINGS)

417-300-9224

150

Half of venue rental

Starting at $800

JOPLIN AVENUE COFFEE COMPANY (JOPLIN)

417-206-5222

100

50%

Weekdays $50/hr; Weekends $75/hr

LIBERTY PLANTATION WEDDINGS AND EVENTS (CAPE FAIR)

417-772-4273

800

50%

$1,650–6,500

LIL’ BOOM TOWN WEDDING VENUE & EVENT CENTER (AURORA)

417-425-4233

200

Varies

Starting at $1,000

LILLEE’S CATERING & EVENT VENUE (NIXA)

417-299-6159

None

$450

THE LOFT AT KEITH FARMS (ASH GROVE)

417-830-4599

250

$500

$1,000–5,500

OLIVE VIEW EVENTS (OMAHA, ARKANSAS)

870-577-7888

Varies

$500

$2,500–3,900

THE RITZ PLACE STARLIGHT ROOM (MARSHFIELD)

314-750-7590

200

50%

$500–1,295

THE ROCK BARN VENUE LLC (MOUNTAIN GROVE)

417-926-8445

160

50%

Starting at $1,500

THE ROUND BARN (WALNUT GROVE)

417-207-3896

250

$500

Varies

SAMUEL CEDARS WEDDINGS & MORE (ROGERSVILLE)

417-840-6257

200

Varies

SOUTHERN CHARM ESTATE (MOUNT VERNON)

417-466-0007

350

$1,000

$3,200–3,900

SPARROW LANE VENUE (WILLARD)

417-300-5063

200

40%

Starting at $1,900

STELLA SPRINGS (STELLA)

479-841-0437

200

$500

Weekdays $2,000; Weekends $4,000

STEWART FARMS CO-OP (PLEASANT HOPE)

636-328-2580

150

50%

Varies; call for prices

STONEGATE GLASS CHAPEL (WALNUT SHADE)

417-443-5083

175

Varies

STORYBOOK BARN (ROGERSVILLE)

417-848-2821

150–200

50%

$4,000–6,000

TIMBER LINE BARN (BUFFALO)

417-299-3597

200

$500 per day

$2,000–2,800

THE UPLAND

417-319-1703

250

Half of venue rental

Varies

VENUE AT SHADOW ROCK (FORSYTH)

417-545-0095

175

$1,000

$1,800–3,000

WEATHERED WISDOM BARN (PRESTON)

417-343-8029

300

50%

$1,600–6,000

WEST PLAINS OPERA HOUSE (WEST PLAINS)

417-293-7773

15–300

Varies

$250–795

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Catering Options

Outdoor Facilities

Restaurant

Website

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

amadeusranch.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

facebook.com/ALNixaPost434

Yes

Outside catering accaptable

Yes

eventsattheatrium.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

walnutcreekvenue.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

bransongardenweddings.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

bigcedar.com/weddings

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

venueonbrick.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

cassellvineyards.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

finleyfarmsmo.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

chryslercommons.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

club1201.com

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

theloftatkeithfarms.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

creedstownranch.net

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

Yes; seasonal

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

dogwoodcanyon.org

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

dspourhouse.com

Yes

No outside catering

Yes

downstreamcasino.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

theemeraldeventcenters.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

thegaderian.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

thegambrelbarn.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

grandblackbarn.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

greenhousetworivers.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

thehitchinpost.business.site

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

joplinavenuecoffeecompany.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

libertyplantation-weddings-events.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

lilboomtownwedding.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

lilleescatering.com

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

theloftatkeithfarms.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

oliveviewevents.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

facebook.com/TheStarlightRoomMarshfieldMO

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

facebook.com/therockbarnmg

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

theroundbarnmo.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

samuelcedars.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

southerncharm.estate

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

sparrowlanevenue.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

stellaspringsweddings.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

stewartfarmsco-op.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

bransonstonegateglasschapel.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

storybookbarnmo.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

timberlinebarnweddings.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

theuplandevents.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

venueatshadowrock.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

Yes

weatheredwisdombarn.com

Yes

Outside catering acceptable

facebook.com/westplainsoperahouse

dawtmill.com

RECEPTIONS & REHEARSALS

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RESOURCES RESOURCE LISTINGS

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The 417 Bride Resource Guide is a select list of bridal vendors in southwest Missouri. The Resource Guide is editorial content, and 417 Bride doesn’t accept freebies in exchange for listings. The guide is updated every issue, and vendors appear based on space availability. BEAUTY Acacia Spa 4058 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield 417-823-8318, acaciaspa.com Bella Medici Med Spa 2209 Petrus Circle, Ozark 417-551-4541, bellamedici.com Botox & Co. 3853 S. Cox Ave., Suite 104, Springfield 417-922-4164, botoxcompany.net Cedar Creek Spa at Big Cedar Lodge 190 Top of the Rock Road, Ridgedale 417-339-5201, bigcedar.com CoxHealth Med Spa Inside the Center for Plastic Surgery 3555 S. National Ave., Fifth Floor, Springfield 417-875-3246, 417plasticsurgery.com

Nu Essence Spa 1319 E. Republic Road, Suite A, Springfield 417-890-7378, nuessencespa.com Sun Tan City Nixa, Ozark, Springfield suntancity.com CAKES & DESSERTS Aviary By Lavender Falls 2144 E. Republic Road, Suite E120, Springfield 417-881-9736, aviarycafe.com Beth’s Bake Shoppe & Tea Room 1645 W. Republic Road, Suite D, Springfield 417-866-5533, bethsbakeshoppe.com Cake Worthy Design Ozark 417-459-8511, cakeworthydesign.com Celebrations by Sonja 305 W. Walnut Lawn St., Springfield 417-883-1116, celebrationsbysonja.com Charity Fent Cake Design 2648 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield 417-838-1182, cfcakedesign.com European Café 207 Park Central East, Springfield 417-986-4646, 417europeancafe.com Hy-Vee 1720 W Battlefield Rd., Springfield 417-881-1950 2150 E. Sunshine St., Springfield 417-444-6860, hy-vee.com Prairie Pie 307 S. Jefferson Ave., Springfield 417-459-8222, prairiepie.com

Bambinos Café 1141 E. Delmar St., Springfield 417-862-9999 2810-D E. Battlefield Road, Springfield 417-881-4442 bambinoscafe.com Big Whiskey's Locations in Branson, Nixa, Ozark, Republic, Springfield, bigwhiskeys.com Dining By Design 417-866-4630, dbdgourmet.com Downing Street Pour House Hollister and Springfield locations dspourhouse.com Gettin’ Basted Branson and Nixa locations gettinbasted.com Happy Chef Catering Co. 408 N. Fourth Ave., Ozark 417-860-7734, happychefcatering.com Hy-Vee 1720 W Battlefield Rd., Springfield 417-881-1950 2150 E. Sunshine St., Springfield 417-444-6860, hy-vee.com Infused Catering 1645 W. Republic Road, Suite J, Springfield, 417-883-8368, infused-catering.com Knotty Catering Co. 2845 W. Highway 76, Branson 417-559-2450, knottycatering.com Lillee’s Catering 107 Aldersgate Dr., Springfield, Suites 3–4 417-299-6159, lilleescatering.com

The Crafted Clinic 205 E. Madison, Marshfield 417-221-5700 thecraftedclinic.com

Price Cutter Mulitiple 417-land locations pricecutteronline.com

Grove Spa 1522 E. Sunshine St., Springfield 417-881-8887, grovespa.com

Simply Delicious Catering 2340 W. Grand St., Springfield 417-766-2946, simplydeliciousllc.com

Inviktus Salon 1901 S. Glenstone, Suite C, Springfield, 417-840-0103 549 E. Elm St., Republic, 417-732-2700 2037 S. Waverly Ave., Springfield 417-840-0103 inviktussalon.com

Sugar Leaf Bakery and Cafe 2800 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd., Ste. 211, Branson, 417-336-6618, sugarleafbakerycafe.com

Tea Bar & Bites Bakery, Cafe & Catering 621 S. Pickwick Ave., Springfield 417-866-7500, teabarandbites.com

CATERING 425 Downtown Events & Catering 425 W. Walnut St., Springfield 417-888-3025, 425downtown.com

DANCE INSTRUCTORS Dance With Me 224 E. Commercial St., Springfield 417-869-6789, dancewithme.us

Mercy Clinic Medical Spa 1229 E. Seminole St., Ste. 310, Springfield, 417-820-9340, mercy.net

Aviary By Lavender Falls 2144 E. Republic Road, Suite E120, Springfield, 417-881-9736, aviarycafe.com

Sonshine Royal Ballroom 1329 E. Republic Road, Suite C, Springfield, 417-883-3269, sonshinedance.com

Picollo 107 W. Algersgate Dr., Nixa 417-374-7291, eatpiccolo.com Simply Delicious Catering 2340 W. Grand St., Springfield 417-766-2946, simplydeliciousllc.com

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RESOURCES RESOURCE LISTINGS

Step By Step Dance Studio 1722 S. Glenstone Ave. Ste. G, Springfield 417-689-4141, dancestepbystep.com DISC JOCKEYS All That Music 417-830-4599, allthatmusicdj.com COMPLETE weddings + events 1779 S. Grant Ave., Springfield 417-227-9445, completewedo.com/springfield

FLORISTS The Flower Merchant Ltd. 4608 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield 417-883-8580, theflowermerchantltd.com

INVITATIONS Celebrated Occasions Springfield 417-881-1854, celebratedoccasions.com

Flowerama 659 W. Sunshine St., Springfield 417-869-9890, floweramaofspringfield.com

JEWELRY Justice Jewelers 3520 E. Battlefield Road, Springfield 417-881-0551, justicejewelers.com

Hazel’s Flowers 121 N. Second St., Ozark 417-581-2328, hazelsflowers.com

Elevate Entertainment Springfield 417-893-0435, elevateentertainment.com

Hy-Vee Floral 1720 W. Battlefield Road, Springfield 417-881-1170, hy-vee.com

Just One More Song DJ Entertainment 417-483-7342

Linda’s Flowers 1255 W. Battlefield Road, Springfield 417-883-6861, lindasflowers.com

Live Events Missouri Springfield 417-501-9886, liveeventsmissouri.com MERP Entertainment Branson 417-289-0400 Spark Events Springfield 417-501-9661, sparkevents.com Travel Tunes DJs Springfield 417-343-5020, traveltunesevents.com DRESSES The Dress Bridal Boutique 1612 E. Republic Rd., Springfield 417-818-7700, thedressdowntown.com

The Nest 1856 E. Cinderella St., Suite C, Springfield, 417-889-6707 Ozark Mtn Flower Truck Springfield 417-880-1691, ozarkmtnflowertruck.com Price Cutter Multiple 417-land locations pricecutteronline.com Queen City Blooms Springfield 417-501-5891, queencityblooms.com RosAmungThorns 2030 S. Stewart Ave., Suite 112, Springfield, 417-720-4004 roseamongthorns.florist

Evermore Bridal 318 W. Walnut St., Ste. B, Springfield 417-816-6222, evermorebride.com

Rosewood Floral 673 Rosewood Dr., Branson 417-699-5349, rosewoodfloralevents.com

Gracie’s Bridal 2724 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield 417-866-1808, graciesbridalspringfield.com

Shannon’s Custom Florals Springfield 417-612-8878, shannonscustomflorals.com

MK Bridal 1255 W. Battlefield Road, Springfield 417-883-7774, mkbridalgowns.com

Swept Away Rentals 4698 N. 21st St., Ozark 417-501-9792

Normans Bridal 317 South Ave., Springfield 417-866-9800, normansbridal.com

Wheeler Gardens & Florist Springfield 417-890-5733 wheelergardens.com

Tesori Bridal 577 E. Millsap Road, Suite 3 Fayetteville, Arkansas 479-966-4622, tesoribridalformal.com Touch of Class 4514 N. Gretna Road, Branson 417-334-0303, touchofclassformals.net 78 | 417 BRIDE | 417mag.com

Wickman’s Garden Village 1345 S. Fort Ave., Springfield 417-862-3707, wickmans.com GIFTS The Red Garter 3265 Falls Pkwy., Suite S, Branson 417-337-9542, redgarterbranson.com

Maxon Fine Jewelry 2850 E. Battlefield Road, Springfield 417-887-1800, maxonfinejewelry.com Mitchum Jewelers 2431 W. Jackson St., Ozark 417-581-2415, mitchumjewelers.com MENSWEAR Blackwells 2716 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield 417-887-8200 blackwellsmensclothing.com Gracie’s Bridal 2724 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield 417-866-1808, graciesbridalspringfield.com John’s Suit Shop 1315 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield 417-883-6919, johnssuits.com Karl’s Tuxedos 1255 W. Battlefield Road, Springfield 417-888-3008, karlstuxedos.com Touch of Class 4514 N. Gretna Road, Branson 417-334-0303, touchofclassformals.net Town & County 2660 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield 417-883-6131, shoptownandcounty.com PHOTO BOOTHS A2Z Selfie Company 636-284-8282 Elevate Entertainment Springfield 417-893-0435, elevateentertainment.com Elite Photobooth Springfield 417-234-0319, rentelitephotobooth.com Fun Pics Photo Booth Springfield 417-501-9886, funpicsphotobooth.com Live Events Missouri Springfield 417-501-9886, liveeventsmissouri.com Spark Events 417-501-9661 sparkevents.com

At Glass Haus Weddings, modern luxury meets Ozarks charm. Welcome to the venue you thought you’d never find. With a stunning lake backdrop, on-site lodging, for you and your guests, large Bridal and Groom suites and a glass chapel

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RESOURCES RESOURCE LISTINGS

PHOTOGRAPHERS 9art Photography Joplin 417-622-1379 9artphoto.com Adam + Dawn Photography Springfield 417-343-4057 adamanddawn.com Andrew Edwards Photography Springfield 417-849-3736 andrew-edwards.com Beth Solano Photography 947-694-3132 bethsolano.co BG Studios Photography Springfield 720-474-7647 bgstudiosphotography.com Christine Bonnivier Photography Springfield 717-856-0016 christinebonnivier.com Elise Abigail Photo Springfield 417-234-9903 eliseabigail.com Gamble’s Photography 1907 S. Stewart Ave., Suite F, Springfield 417-522-6016 gamblesphotography.com Jo Johnson Photography Northwest Arkansas jojohnsonphoto.com Mandy Evans Photography Ozark 417-379-5308 mandyevansphoto.com Portrait Novella Springfield, 417-619-6591 portraitnovella.com Sheri Holloway Photography 196 Bunker Hill Drive, Branson 417-337-4469 sherihollowayphotography.com Spark Wedding Co. Springfield 417-501-9661 sparkevents.com SW Jones Photo Branson 417-986-5119 swjones.com 80 | 417 BRIDE | 417mag.com

Turner Creative Photography 7320 N. Hooks Lane, Springfield 417-839-3501, turnercreative.net

AAA Travel 2552B S. Campbell Ave., Springfield 417-882-8040, autoclubmo.aaa.com

RENTALS & DECOR Branson Party Rentals 673 Rosewood Drive, Branson 417-699-5349, bransonpartyrentals.com

Adelman Vacations 3424 S. National Ave., Springfield 417-888-4488 adelmanvacations.com

Creative Outdoor Lighting 1531 N. Commercial Road, Suite C, Nixa 417-882-0214, creativeoutdoorlighting.com

Top Tier Travel Group 833-231-1830 toptiertravelgroup.com

Dreamy & Darling Creations Springfield 512-818-6848 dreamyanddarlingcreations.com Elegant Linens & Rentals 417-501-2208 elegantlinensandrentals.com Eventful Rental 5009 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield 417-882-0700 eventfulrents.com Serendipity 215 W. Commercial St., Springfield 417-501-6843 Swept Away Rentals 4698 N. 21st St., Ozark 417-501-9792 Wonderland Events & Party Rental Springfield 417-619-8707 TRANSPORTATION Branson Limousine & Executive Charter Inc. 140 Sterling Way, Hollister 417-331-1316 bransonlimoservice.com J. Howard Fisk Limousines 2001 E. Trafficway St., Springfield 417-862-2900 fisk.limo The Party Bus Kings Springfield 417-496-8478 thepartybuskings.com Route 66 Transportation 19970 Green Field Rd., Lebanon 417-531-5563 rt-66-transportation.business.site TRAVEL 417 Travel 5333 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield 417-633-7890 417travel.com

VIDEOGRAPHERS AceLegendary Springfield 417-522-3601 acelegendary.com All Occasion Video Springfield 417-883-1555 alloccasionvideo.net Spark Events 225 E. Pacific St., Springfield 417-501-9661 sparkevents.com WEDDING PLANNERS Bringing It Together Events Springfield 417-619-3966 bringingittogether.events Hired Hostess Event Co. Springfield 417-593-1934 hiredhostess.com Sabbie Chic Events Harrison, Arkansas 417-425-2086 sabbiechicevents.com Social Graces Springfield 417-597-3440 eventsbysocialgraces.com Swept Away Rentals 4698 N. 21st St., Ozark 417-501-9792 Top Weddings 3534 E. Sunshine St., Ste. F, Springfield 417-893-0435 topweddingsmo.com Wildly Collective Springfield 417-350-5529 wildlycollective.com Wonderland Events & Party Rental Springfield wonderlandevents417.com