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down to a fine art Cakes and flowers inspired by four distinct art styles.

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local love 17 beautiful local wedding stories.

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81 The Guide VENUES AND FOOD FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY.

96 Finishing Touch GET A GLIMPSE OF A WEDDING FROM THE PAST.

COVER & THIS PAGE: Photograph by Jeremy Kramer; retouching by Patrick White. Styling

by Tamia Stinson. Assistant styling by Lisa Smedley.

Hair and makeup by Phillip Nathaniel Saunders.

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

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Here at CW, we are suckers for a beautiful love story. It could be the most epic proposal ever, or a tale of love over long distances, or the couple who’s been married more than 50, even 60, wonderful years. We adore Florence and Frank Stanek, featured on page 96, who were married in 1952 in front of 400 guests. Now 84 and 85, they are celebrating their 64th anniversary this summer. After all this time, they still remember their wedding day as the best day of their lives.

When their granddaughter, Lauren Coben Dye, said “I do” last September, she carried the same crystal rosaries in her bouquet that Florence did back in 1952. You can see Lauren’s wedding in Local Love (page 47), along with the stories of 16 other local couples. We’ve filled the pages of this issue with trends, ideas, and the work of local vendors—from beautiful dresses with floral details to cakes and flowers that speak to four distinct art styles—to help you execute the day you’ve always envisioned.

When you finally walk down the aisle, be sure to send us the photos. Your wedding is a monumental event—the most important day in a love story that will hopefully endure for 60-plus years, just like Florence’s and Frank’s.

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t’s summertime, and wedding season is here! As you get busy planning your own big day, you probably have a pile of invitations just waiting for your RSVP. All of these happy couples have worked hard, dwelled on the details, and spent plenty of cash to create an event that perfectly celebrates their unique love story.

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the region’s go-to gurus on curvy brides, are launching their own line of 25 gowns this summer—specially designed for sizes 14–32.

“We took our best-selling gowns over the last four years and used those as our guidelines,” says Sparks-Huff, who co-owns Belle Bridal Boutique Curvy Couture with her mom. “We wanted to give girls of all sizes access to the styles they normally can’t go and try on at other places.”

Called Belle Curvy Couture, the collection includes mermaid, trumpet, and fit-and-flare styles and will be available in-store as well as online at bellecurvycouture.com. The in-store experience includes a personalized pre-selection of three gowns, based on an interview with the bride.

“Most curvy brides believe they need a ball gown or an A-line, and that’s not true,” says SparksHuff. “We pull things she normally wouldn’t pull for herself, and it ends up working really well.”

Another perk of the new line? A blowout sale of current inventory hitting early summer.

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The wedding ceremony is so much more than just saying “I do.” Reverend Scott DeMarco helps couples craft personalized ceremonies—that won’t put guests to sleep. —

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HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE? I can be traditional or nontraditional. Most of my clients are what you’d call “spiritual” but not “religious,” so my style is geared toward Godor prayer-like, with a heavy emphasis on love.

the vows to five or 10 sentences. I also encourage them to include a sense of humor that they share. The vows are often the most amazing part of the ceremony. I’ve honestly never seen a bad one.

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lutely. I’d say 90 percent or more. I think it goes with the Millennial market itself. When I interview couples, we talk about what belief system they were raised in, and often we’ll incorporate a prayer or blessing from their religious tradition. It makes the family feel connected and also adds some roundedness to the ceremony itself.

eryone at ease, and that has a lot to do with your officiant’s ability to appropriately add levity. If there’s a tip for couples, it’s to be open to those moments happening tastefully. Laughter draws hearts together.

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$500 average cost of DeMarco’s services

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COUPLES CUSTOMIZE THEIR CEREMONY? This

year I had a glass unity ceremony, which is— instead of pouring sand—they pour glass frit that is then sent off to a company that creates a glass bowl or sculpture out of it. I’ve also seen a unity painting ceremony.

HOW DO YOU RECOMMEND COUPLES APPROACH THEIR VOWS? I encourage all couples to do per-

sonal vows, but writing your own vows automatically strikes fear in the heart of at least one half of the couple, usually the groom, so I first discuss setting ground rules, like keeping

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release of live things. I once had a couple that released ladybugs, and they just flew everywhere.

WHAT ABOUT DOGS AND SMALL CHILDREN BEING IN A CEREMONY? DO YOU LIKE THAT IDEA? I love

dogs, but 95 percent of couples that say they want to include a dog or pet end up not doing it because of the unpredictability of it. I won’t talk them out of it, but I ask them, “Is this going to bring you more stress than you want on your wedding day?” It’s the same for the 2- or 3-year-old ring bearer. We do our best to get them down the aisle, but sometimes they just wander and run.

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» TRENDY ROSE GOLD’S CLASSIC COUSIN ADDS A TOUCH OF industrial chic to any modern table setting. “I’m obsessed with the copper trend,” says event stylist Christina Christian, who created this setting. “Notice how the stationery, mule mug, and flatware complement each other. I’m always a fan of height variations, from the floral centerpiece to the glassware and layered plates. Also, the table completes the overall mood.”

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take four to six months to arrive.

Morgan Paul, manager of LUXEredux Bridal, says the most common sizes found at consignment stores are 8, 10, and 12. But if the dress was pre-worn, the previous owner likely had alterations to fit her body, which means a size 10 might fit more like a size 6.

Where and How to Shop The least risky avenue is to shop in person at a boutique that specializes in consignment gowns. Shop owners can tell you the history of the dress (such as whether it’s pre-worn or a floor sample), and you can examine the dress for flaws.

As for haggling? Don’t expect a used car–style negotiation. “Consignors are the ones who price their dresses, so it’s not necessarily up to us,” Paul says. “A lot of brides don’t know that, and it’s a conversation we definitely have to have in most of our appointments.”

That said, some online consignment networks, like preownedwedding dresses.com, connect buyers with sellers directly to handle all negotiations and The dress of your dreams—with a deep discount. — E L I Z A B E T H M I L L E R W O O D purchasing agreements. Other sites offer other perks, like nearly Consignment inventory is alS O YO U ’ R E T H I N K I N G A B O U T newlywed.com, which vets LOCAL CONSIGNMENT buying a consignment wedding dress. ways rotating, and a store’s supthe sellers to ensure dresses BOUTIQUES Smart lady, you are. After all, many brides ply could look different week to aren’t counterfeits. spend around 10 percent of their wedding week. “If you see it and you love » LUXEredux Other words of the wise: Bridal, 203 W. budget on their big-day ensemble (yikes!), it, you’ve got to be ready to move Always ask for the dress meaBenson St., Reading, and going the pre-owned route is a fabulous surements instead of going by on it,” Gardin says.

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you do pretty much anything else, you need to set a date, pick a venue for your ceremony and reception, and determine a general number of guests. These three things often need to happen in tandem, because your venue of choice will sometimes determine your guest capacity and narrow down your date options pretty quickly. Or vice versa. So you need to decide which is most important to you. Minimum 500-guest wedding? That limits your date choices. Emotionally attached to Krippendorf Lodge or French House?

Those calendars fill up fast and the space will limit your guest count. And so on.

Start by thinking of a general time frame and head count, and begin making some calls to the venues that strike your fancy.

Once you have locations booked, then you can begin the fun stuff: dress shopping, cake tasting, bridesmaid casting, and flower selecting. These planning tasks will all fall into place once you have those big three decisions made. Bonus: You’ll end up with a dress that you love and that fits the venue. Because if you’re getting married at a park in July, then you probably don’t want to be wearing an 80-pound duchess satin ball gown that you impulsebought the day after you got engaged.

People keep asking me what the “theme” of my wedding is. Should I have a theme?

I just got engaged, and I know that I want a traditional ceremony and reception, but I don’t know where to start. Help! — - DEER IN HEADLIGHTS

Dear Deer: Mrs. Know-It-All is so glad you asked.

Because there is actually a pretty specific order of operations that, when stuck to, will make your life as a temporary wedding planner much simpler. Mrs. Know-It-All understands that when you first get en-

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gaged, you immediately want to run out and buy a dress. Because the dress is the thing, right? Right. Fight this urge! Rushing into the dress purchase will only bring you trouble. There are some things that need to happen first, and their order depends on your wedding priorities: Before

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Dear All Out: The “theme” of your wedding is “weddings.” Your wedding is wedding-themed.

Luckily, there’s a whole mess of stuff that goes along with the “wedding” theme (Flowers! Cake! A white dress!), so no one will confuse your nuptials with, say, the Calgary Stampede. If you must have a theme, and said theme handily presents itself, then by all means go with it.

But don’t go nuts trying to manufacture one from nothing. You seriously have enough stuff to do (See above: Have you set a date yet?!). If you really want a theme and can’t think of one, just canvas some buddies for ideas, or consider the location or season of your wedding (“tasteful winter wonderland” is almost never a bad idea). Side note: Sometimes by “theme,”

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well-meaning commenters actually mean “colors.” Just say, “My colors are blush and bashful” in the best Steel Magnolias voice you can muster. If they get it, then you’ll become best friends for life. If they don’t, then you’ll be no worse for the wear.

They’ll just think you really like pink.

We’re planning a destination wedding to a yet-to-be-determined tropical locale. How much should we program the weekend? Do people actually want a bunch of group activities? — O U T O F T O W N

Dear Town: This is a tricky one. People are traveling for your wedding, so you don’t want them twiddling their thumbs all weekend in the lead-up to the big event, or feeling like they don’t know how they should be spending their time. And you definitely don’t want them lurking around, asking you what to do while you’re trying to keep it all together. But you also don’t want to treat them like summer campers with a bythe-hour itinerary (“Friendship bracelet–making class at 11 in the caf!”). A good happy medium is this: Plan some non-mandatory evening events, when people probably want to socialize anyway. Reserve tables at a restaurant, hunt down the best dance party in town, and so forth.

Then leave the days open for sleeping in, beaching, and more sleeping.

If you’re feeling ambitious, pull together a list of suggested daytrips or excursions and let individuals and couples make their own daytime plans. Because it’s your wedding, but it’s their vacation.

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Mrs. Know-It-All is Amy Brownlee. She got married once and it was really fun. Send your pressing wedding etiquette questions to mrsknowitall@ cincinnati magazine.com

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If you geek out over modern, understated design, Cancun’s Nizuc Resort & Spa is just the ticket. We know—Cancun seems like a destination better suited to a spring break bender than a romantic honeymoon, but thanks to Nizuc that’s not the case. The resort is sleek and chic, and it’s tucked away on its own private point just 10 minutes from Cancun’s airport.

Nizuc’s 274 suites and villas have soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows that give way to sea and garden views, and interiors that are awash in cool, calming neutrals. Though Nizuc occupies its own 29-acre point and affords views of and access to the placid turquoise sea, once you’ve checked into an Ocean View Junior Suite or a Master Suite and splashed around in your own private plunge pool, chances are the staff won’t see you again until checkout.

In case you do feel drawn to explore the resort beyond your suite, don’t miss its excellent restaurants—a breezy beachfront lunch at the Peruvian-inspired Ni is an experience not to be missed, as are the Ik margaritas at Bar A-Kan—or a couple’s massage at the resort’s ESPA. nizuc.com ONE & ONLY PA LM ILL A, LOS CA BOS

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Hurricane Odile in September 2014 and re-opened in April 2015 with a host of additions and improvements, which means this favorite vacation spot of George Clooney is better than ever.

The resort’s Spanish-style rooms and suites are light-filled and spacious, featuring colorful textiles, bathrooms with pebble-floor showers, and private stone patios overlooking the manicured grounds and the Pacific. (Certain beachfront suites have their own blue-tiled plunge pools.) You’ll be welcomed with your own tequila-tasting amenity, which will whet your appetite for meals and drinks at One & Only’s topnotch restaurants and bars. A superb new Jean-George Vongerichten steakhouse, called SEARED, was added with the resort’s re-opening, and the adjacent Suviche serves up some of the most heavenly sushi we’ve ever had. With its breezy terrace, colorful tables, and internationally inspired menu, Agua by Larbi is a picture-perfect spot for a private tequila tasting, a sun-drenched breakfast, or a romantic dinner à deux overlooking the ocean.

When you’re ready to relax, head to the newly renovated 22,000-square-foot spa for a body treatment or soul-soothing yoga class. For some aquatic exploring, sign up for a scuba or snorkeling excursion or, if your stay here is a total splurge, a private cruise around SUMME R

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You can lounge by the resort’s pool and enjoy countless frozen, blended drinks, or partake in one of the many active endeavors here—a guided bike ride through the resort’s neighboring residential neighborhood, golf on one of seven nearby championship courses, kite surfing and kayak tours on Banderas Bay, and yoga and other wellness classes at the resort’s fullservice spa. vallarta.grandvelas.com 201 6 /

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Into the Woods PREVIOUS: Eve of Milady gown, $5,989; Paris by Debra Moreland Glad Tidings earrings, $270; Amore necklace, $135; Yum Yum bracelet, $615; Bridal and Formal. Peter Storm 18-karat white-gold ring, $8,359 (setting only), The Richter & Phillips Co. Paris by Debra Moreland Athena cathedral veil, $340, BHLDN. THIS PAGE: Claire Pettibone Romantique Cheyenne dress, $2,875, Lace Bridal Couture.

Paris by Debra Moreland Tender Mercies earrings, $195; Devotion bracelet, $360; Bridal and Formal.

NEXT PAGE: Jacquelin Exclusive gown, $875, Wendy’s Cincinnati Bride.

Amanda Judge Untamed Petals headband, $295, Lace Bridal Couture. Paris by Debra Moreland Devotion bracelet, $360, Bridal and Formal.

Paris by Debra Moreland Sonnet veil, $625, BHLDN.

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Creation ring, $6,874 (setting only), The Richter & Phillips Co. THIS PAGE: Ella bodysuit, $1,100; Amora skirt, $600; BHLDN. Paris by Debra Moreland Glad Tidings earrings, $270; Amore necklace, $135; Yum Yum bracelet, $615; Bridal and Formal. Steve Madden Stecy sandal, $79.95, Nordstrom.

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THEN CONSIDER AN INTIMATE COURTHOUSE WEDDING. Here’s how to make it happen.

By Amy Brownlee

Photographs by Dustin Sparks

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THE LOOK (Groom) Vest, $36; Super Skinny pants, $41; Super Skinny suit jacket, $98; Reclaimed vintage floral tie, $26; ASOS. GTS Artcarved wedding band, $1,099 (setting only), The Richter & Phillips Co. (Bride ) Maggy London sheath dress, $148; Steve Madden Stecy sandal, $79.95; Nordstrom.

Everlysse veil, $180, BHLDN. Vintage rhinestone earrings, $65, Atelier by AdornUSA. Michael M 18-karat yellow-gold ring, $4,620 (setting only), The Richter & Phillips Co.

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The process for a courthouse wedding in Hamilton County starts much the same as for any other wedding: First, you need a marriage license. Round up $65, your governmentissued photo IDs, and head down (together!) to the Hamilton County Probate Court at 230 East Ninth Street. If you look blissfully in love, then the security guard will preemptively direct you to the 10th floor, where you can purchase your license. You’ll have to swear to some stuff (for example, that you’re not already married) and then sign on the dotted line. You’ll leave the office with two forms to give to your wedding officiant: a confirmation that you have been issued a license, and a form for the officiant to fill out and return after the ceremony. Once the officiant mails that form back to the court, then you’ll receive a certified copy of your marriage license in the mail.

There is no blood test or waiting period in Hamilton County, but you do need to get married within 60 days or your license will expire. Visit our Bridal Buzz blog for more information.

HEADS UP The office will also send you home with a “souvenir” marriage license.

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YOU’LL NEED TO FIND A JUDGE OR MAYOR TO PERFORM YOUR WEDDING CEREMONY AT THE COURTHOUSE. Most people consider this the most daunting part of any wedding, but there are “Duty Judges” for the Hamilton County Municipal Court who are responsible for conducting civil marriage ceremonies. You just need to make an appointment. You likely won’t want a big wedding party of bridesmaids and groomsmen trailing you all day. But you do need two witnesses. This is a great way to include close friends and family members in your ceremony. Call (513) 946-5200 to make arrangements with a Hamilton County Municipal Court Duty Judge

THE LOOK (Bridesmaid, left) Acler Vernon dress, $358; gold and white druzy earrings, $139; Atelier by AdornUSA. (Bridesmaid, right) Eliza J sheath dress, $148, Nordstrom. Vintage white rhinestone earrings, $62, Atelier by AdornUSA.

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WE’VE SAID IT BEFORE and we’ll say it again: It’s your wedding, so you get to wear exactly what you want. But if you’re looking for advice, we’d suggest avoiding heavy, elaborate gowns and cathedral-length veils; you’ll probably end up feeling out of place.

Also, courthouse weddings and sassy, short wedding dresses just look good together, no?

This kind of affair is a great opportunity to showcase some great shoes or rock a Mia Farrow–style mod mini.

THE LOOK (Left ) Amethyst and cubic zirconia stingray cuff, $715, Atelier by AdornUSA. (Right ) ASOS PRIZE embellished heels, $81; yellow clutch with pearls, $289; Atelier by AdornUSA.

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THE BIG PICTURE PLANNING A COURTHOUSE WEDDING means scaling way back on all those bridal bells and whistles: Don’t want to bother with a cake? No one will expect it. Not interested in flowers? Totally your call. But you might want to think about retaining the services of one traditional wedding day character: the

photographer. Because even though you’re having a low-key ceremony, you’ll still want to be able to look back and remember every minute.

As for photo opps, downtown Cincinnati offers some great settings that will capture the perfect tone for your civil ceremony.

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PIATT PARK is a tried-and-true downtown photo setting, and for good reason: Its slim black arches perfectly frame the small urban terrace. Bonus: It’s lit up at night.

THE LOOK (Opposite page, left to right) Skinny suit jacket, $98, and pants, $41, ASOS. Checked tie, $39.50, Nordstrom. Enchanting by Mon Cheri lace dress, $978, Wendy’s Bridal Cincinnati.

Vintage rhinestone earrings, $65; vintage ribbon crystal hair comb, $29; Atelier by AdornUSA. Artcarved 14-karat white-gold ring, $1,029 (setting only), The Richter & Phillips Co. Jill Stuart Mara jumpsuit, $280, BHLDN. Shark tooth pendant, $245; pear-shaped pearl and goldplated earrings, $134; amethyst and cubic zirconia stingray cuff, $715; Atelier by AdornUSA. Gelin 14-karat white-gold ring, $2,129 (setting only), The Richter & Phillips Co. Luna Maxi dress, $246, Free People.

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HERE ARE SOME of our favorite downtown spots for the best celebration ever.

SOTTO This uberromantic underground restaurant has a perfect private room for your wedding dinner: The dimly lit brick space shimmers with chandeliers and candlelight and the food and service are impeccable.

ARNOLD’S Looking for a casual vibe? The oldest bar in Cincinnati (since 1861!) has an enclosed outdoor space and some killer spaghetti and meatballs.

VIA VITE This slick Italian eatery sits right on Fountain Square and has a banquet room, piazza, and terrace.

The Sgroppino cocktail, with grapefruit vodka, Madisono’s ruby red grapefruit sorbet, and Prosecco, should be your very first drink.

NADA This central business district restaurant feels like a little slice of Los Angeles. Book the upstairs space and finish out your big day with roasted poblano mac-and-cheese, crispy pork belly tacos, and all the tequila you can handle.

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[ THE DETAILS ] C AKE Fantasy in Frosting, $5.50 per serving

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X SEALED WITH A KISS Eva Carr and Jamie Cavileer share a moment at the doorway of Old Hickory Barn, where they hosted a beautiful reception inspired by the outdoors.

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botham’s wedding weekend felt incredibly personal, a nod to each man’s heritage and the life they have built together. The rehearsal dinner at Bromwell’s Härth Lounge featured bourbon, moonshine, and barbecue to honor Bradley’s southern roots. At their wedding, the couple used Italian influences to celebrate Stephen’s background and their shared love of Italy. The grooms’chair covers read Avere, Tenere (to have, to hold), and they served custom cocktails named after their dog Nico and Portofino, where they were engaged.

It poured throughout the ceremony at Knox Presbyterian Church, but the skies cleared as guests traveled by bus to the reception venue. As the sun peeked out from behind the clouds, Stephen’s dad says the whole group started singing, “Aquarius (Let the Sunshine In),” excitement building for a beautiful night spent under the stars.

The reception was held at Mt. Echo Pavilion, about a mile from the grooms’ home.

They wanted guests to leave feeling as if they had attended a fabulous, intimate dinner party. Dress was black-tie, and the couple encouraged guests to lounge and take in the stunning city view by lining the pavilion’s concrete benches with pillows featuring a custom monogram of their last initials. The space was designed to look like the cozy veranda of a lovely home; they wanted to bring an Italian villa to the Queen City.

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After a dinner of plated Italian courses and dishes served family-style, Bradley had the idea to surprise guests with a fireworks display. The DJ asked them to gather for a group photo in front of the skyline, and that’s when the first firework lit up the sky. “It was exciting, and really set the tone for the rest of the night,” Stephen says.

More than anything, Stephen and Bradley wanted their friends and family to feel the love they have for each other on their wedding day.“Getting engaged and planning a wedding was incredibly special,” Stephen says. “Once marriage equality passed, the fact that we could be married in our church, in our state, surrounded by our family and friends, was truly monumental.”

BRIGHT NIGHT Stephen and Bradley hosted an intimate Italian-inspired wedding overlooking the city, with monogrammed pillows on benches, lush flowers, and a surprise fireworks display to wow their guests.

VENDORS

Wedding Planner Premier Park Events

Flowers Robin Wood Flowers

Cake Maribelle Cakery

Music Annette Shepherd Jazz Quintet (cocktail hour) and McFadden Music (DJ)

Catering Eat Well Celebrations and Feasts

Suits Peppe Ramundo & Son

Invitations Creative Invites and Events

Ceremony Knox Presbyterian Church

Calligraphy (place cards and drink cards) Paint JAR

Pastor Adam Fronczek

Reception Mt. Echo Pavilion

Transportation Executive Transportation

Videography Studio 213 Films

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would be big. In keeping with traditional Indian custom, the ceremony would last at least three days and consist of several events encompassing both sides of the family—not to mention all their friends.

“I think we invited over 500 people,” Shefali says. “A lot of [Niral’s family] are from out of the country and out of town—he’s from Houston, Texas—so we wanted a place that had as many rooms as we needed, but also where you could just walk downstairs and have the venue be right there [they chose the Millennium Hotel]. It was really cool to have all these people we love and adore all under one roof, from family from overseas to childhood friends to college friends.”

The festivities kicked off on Thursday night with a party in Shefali’s backyard, plus henna art for the women on her side of the family. The first of the religious ceremonies took place on Friday—pre-wedding prayers and rituals with relatives in the morning, followed by traditional Gujarati cuisine for lunch and a casual get-together that’s “like a folk dance party.” The official wedding ceremony on Saturday began with Niral’s procession on horseback through the streets of Cincinnati. After the formal exchanging of vows, guests enjoyed a reception that evening. The party never stopped.

For Niral and Shefali, though, the most important part of the event was

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Guests traveled from around the world for a three-day, revelry-filled Hindu celebration in downtown Cincinnati.

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X RIOT OF COLOR The traditional Hindu wedding was bursting with bright colors and customs, including henna art for the women, Indian cuisine, and Niral’s celebratory procession on horseback.

remembering what the wedding and the ritual customs were all about: “It was not just about us, but [about it] being the union of two families,” Shefali says.

“I had so much family from all over the world that I hadn’t seen for many, many years, as well as friends who, after college, were scattered across the country,”says Niral. “And it was phenomenal; it was really touching that everyone went to such great lengths and made such an effort just to be a part of our day.”

Shefali agrees. “Remember the real reason you are getting married and why you are here. Don’t sweat the small stuff.

Anything worth fighting for you will get through together. You don’t remember that stuff anyway. You only remember the good stuff.”

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X Venue Millennium Hotel X Wedding Planner Mira Desai X Flowers Jeff Martin’s Florist X Cake A Spoon Fulla Sugar X Gown Sejals Creations, Lexington X Hair & Makeup Marxey Makeup X Catering Banana Leaf, Columbus; Amar India, Dayton X Henna Henna by Shreya X Decor Bindiya Decor, Cleveland X Cinematography Openview Weddings X DJ DJ Suj, New Jersey X Horse Willow Wind Carriage

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Longtime lovebirds tie the knot in a rustic, elegant celebration on the water’s edge.

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X BRING ON THE CHARM (From far left) The couple’s venue had a serene fall backdrop.

Old Hickory Barn was the perfect spot for rustic, charming details like the naked cake, wildflowers in glass jars, and a vintage truck.

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met in 2002 at Ohio University where they lived on the same floor in a coed dormitory.

Eva traveled to New Zealand with friends after graduation and 18 months later, Jamie flew there to visit her. As they say, the rest is history.

When Eva and Jamie started planning their wedding, the longtime couple decided they wanted the celebration to reflect their laid-back sensibilities. Also, they wanted to give friends and family the gift of a weekend getaway. The whole shebang took place in Sunman, Indiana, on property that Eva’s best friend’s family owns. Guests stayed at Hollywood Casino in Lawrenceburg and caught a school bus to and from the site.

Jamie, a college basketball official, organized a three-on-three basketball tournament the night of the rehearsal dinner and Mazunte catered a taco bar. The next day, they were married in front of a gorgeous lake, surrounded by fresh air and rich fall colors. The low-key, rustic vibe was carried throughout; the couple chose a lovely

naked cake and posed for photos with a vintage teal pickup truck. “We kept things pretty simple so that the beautiful scenery could speak for itself,” Eva says.

The cocktail hour featured reggae music and cornhole, and the reception was held on the property in Old Hickory Barn. Eva and her friend Alex collaborated on several DIY projects to personalize the event and stay within budget, including making chalkboard signs, collecting bottles for the floral centerpieces, and designing invitations with Vistaprint.

The couple relied on their friends and family to contribute their talents as well.

Every vendor was someone Eva or Jamie knew personally or someone who had been personally referred. “It all came together; I trusted the vendors, and it was great,” Eva says. And—talk about relaxed—Eva and Jamie met their wedding photographer for the very first time on their wedding day.

The night ended with cigars around a fire, and guests sent the couple off with sparklers and well wishes.

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X Bride’s Makeup Jennifer Brogdon X Bride’s Hair Megan Heher X Officiant Ben Kuhl, couple’s best friend X Music/DJ Eddie Strohmaier (DJ) and Adagio Trio (ceremony music) X Transportation Queen City Transportation X Rehearsal Dinner Catering Mazunte

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Melissa Doss & Kyle Sliney SEPTEMBER 6, 2014

This couple’s edgy, eclectic style stole the spotlight at their wedding, which had peacock feather details, vinyl records for place cards, and a DIY rose bouquet made from Cincinnati maps.

Photography: Best Day Ever Venue: Clifton Cultural Arts Center Flowers: DIY Cake: Holtman’s Donuts Gown: Caché Invitations: The couple Bride’s Hair & Makeup: Retrocentric Jewelry: Paolo A Modern Jeweler Catering: Five Star Service Plus Bride’s Profession: Photographer Groom’s Profession: Digital designer Couple’s Current Home: Clifton Digital Date: Despite telling friends they met at a concert, Melissa and Kyle actually met online on OkCupid in 2009. They eventually went on their first date to see 500 Days of Summer at the Esquire Theatre. Different Take on Cake: The couple’s giant donut cake was a huge hit with guests, who also enjoyed assorted donuts paired with coffee beans as favors.

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Trisa Wilkens & Brady Hoane AUGUST 9, 2014

Trisa and Brady were surrounded with beautiful outdoor scenery and perfect weather for their wedding day.

Photography: Jonathan Gibson Photography Venue: Ivy Hills Country Club Flowers: Amy Kappers, Sadie Blossoms Cake: Maribelle Cakery Gown: Mikaella, Lace Bridal Couture Invitations: M. Hopple & Co. Favors: Dietsch Brothers Bride’s Makeup: Kelly Ledford, Cinci Makeup Bride’s Hair: Hannah Burns, friend of the bride Wedding Planner: Karen Montgomery, i-do Weddings & Events Desserts: Sweet Petit Desserts and Graeter’s Ice Cream Photo Booth: Photobooth Live Bride’s Profession: Attorney Groom’s Profession: Regional sales manager Couple’s Current Home: Mt. Washington We All Scream: Guests enjoyed an evening of sweet treats, with bowls of Graeter’s ice cream eaten on the dance floor and a dessert buffet.

Playing Games: Trisa and Brady met on Match. com and had their first date at Dave & Buster’s.

Trisa beat Brady at a game of air hockey, and after the date they each called their friends to say they’d found “the one.”

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Raya Mafazy & Michael Whalen NOVEMBER 7, 2015

Downtown Cincinnati was an elegant backdrop for Raya’s and Michael’s glamorous wedding, which took place at The Westin on Fountain Square.

Photography: Doug Peterson Ceremony: St. Monica-St. George Parish Newman Center Reception: The Westin Cincinnati Wedding Planner: Shannon Wullenweber, W Events Flowers: Two Little Buds Cake: The BonBonerie Gown: Justin Alexander, European Bridal Invitations: The Mulberry Tree Fine Stationers Bride’s Hair: Amanda Guilmette, BRIDEface Bride’s Makeup: Rachel Lisa Videography: Beloved Wedding Photography Transportation: A Savannah Nite Limousine Services Custom Backdrop: Suzy Richardt Custom Hand-Lettering & Chalkboards Linens: Impressive Occasions Bride’s Profession: Director of skating and marketing, South Metro Sports Groom’s Profession: Small business owner Couple’s Current Home: Oakwood A Piece of Home: Raya, who was born in Kenya, loves elephants. She scattered adorable elephant figurines throughout their wedding reception, which was decorated with glamorous gold details. Digital Connection: Despite the couple having many mutual friends, similar interests, and living roughly an hour apart, they did not meet until they were matched on eHarmony.

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Jenab Bhatia & Ryan Staupe JUNE 6, 2015

Delicate details softened this garden wedding, including a bride’s bouquet with sprigs of hot pink and white flowers.

Photography: Fyrefly Photography Ceremony: Ault Park, Brumm Garden Reception: Bride’s parents’ home Flowers: Una Floral Cake: Friend of the bride Gown: David’s Bridal Bride’s Hair & Makeup: Eye Do Makeup & Hair Catering: Tano Bistro & Catering Officiant: Kathryn Siefert Bride’s Profession: Engineer Groom’s Profession: PhD student Couple’s Current Home: Cherry Hill, New Jersey Smaller is Better: After foregoing plans to host a wedding in Philadelphia, the couple decided to have a smaller event with only 20 guests in Jenab’s hometown. Sweet Snacks: The couple brought the bridal party to Loveland Dairy Whip for an ice cream cone treat after the nuptials. Dorm Duo: Jenab and Ryan lived across from each other in their Rochester, New York, dorm. Jenab says she will never forget her mom pointing out Ryan on the first day, saying, “He’s cute, Jenab!”

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Katie Fangman & Art Kremer SEPTEMBER 6, 2015

From the bridesmaid’s dresses to the floral arrangements, the black and white color palette at this couple’s wedding created a clean and elegant look.

Photography: Frame 805 Photo Ceremony: St. Thomas Church Reception: Music Hall Flowers: Eastgate Flowers & Gifts Cake: Erin Schalk Gown: Rosa Clará, Donna Salyers’ Fabulous-Bridal Invitations: Bride Bride’s Makeup: Tammy Price, 8 Village Square Bride’s Hair: Shari Lother, North Avenue Salon Wedding Planner: Monica Berger Catering: Lother’s Catering Band: The Chuck Taylors Videography: Firefly Productions Bride’s Profession: Physician assistant Groom’s Profession: Physical therapist Couple’s Current Home: Bellevue Halloween Surprise: Katie and Art initially met at Art’s brother’s wedding, but it wasn’t until the same brother threw a Halloween party that the two actually got to know each other. Art wore a Care Bear costume and stood there, light-up belly and all, talking to Katie like they had known each other for years.

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Lauren Kemnitz & Dustin Flint JULY 11, 2015

This couple’s love of music was evident throughout their wedding, from the song created by friends for the reception to Lebanon high school students playing jazz during cocktail hour.

Photography: Samantha Meister, Samantha’s Studio Photography Venue: Ohio Barn Bed & Breakfast Flowers: Sunny Meadows Flower Farm Cake: Joyce Kemnitz and Sweet Cakes Events Gown: Justin Alexander, European Bridal Invitations: Bride Favors: Bride Bride’s Hair: Rachel Newsome, Benefit Salon and Spa Catering: Cardinal Catering and Christopher’s Catering DJ & Photobooth: Black Box Weddings Videography: Joshua Bray Bride’s Profession: Design director Groom’s Profession: Data systems administrator Couple’s Current Home: Lebanon In the Bag: The bride designed silkscreened bags and had them printed for the wedding party guests. Something Old: The couple included many vintage details in their wedding day, including an old dresser they found at the Burlington Antique Show that they used as a bar.

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Rachel Kirkwood & David Skinner M AY 31, 2015

After completing renovations at their home, Rachel and David created an intimate space in their own backyard for their wedding ceremony.

Photography: Jonathan Gibson Photography Venue: Backyard of the couple’s home Flowers: Skip Dorl, Kreutzer & Dorl Florist Gown: Karla Weisenberger, Karla Louise Bridal Designs and Accessories Invitations: Lauren Hayes, Giddy Ink Inspired Design & Correspondence Favors: Velocity Bike & Bean Bride’s Hair: Kadi Wachs-Phillips Bride’s Makeup: Nancy Dawson, BRIDEface Catering: Jeff Thomas Catering Bride’s Profession: Writer Couple’s Current Home: Lakeside Park, Kentucky Place to Sit: David and his close friend, Ian Grunder, constructed walnut benches by hand for guests to sit on during the ceremony. Making a Family: Rachel’s daughter, Nollie, played a major role in their wedding ceremony, from her matching white dress to giving her mom away, and to the moment she said “yes” to David becoming her daddy.

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Gerry Pettit & Michael Gilligan SEPTEMBER 26, 2015

The focal point of the tablescapes at Gerry’s and Michael’s reception were beautiful, towering centerpieces with flowers in various shades of pink.

Photography: Jonathan Gibson Photography Ceremony: Church of the Redeemer Reception: Hyde Park Golf and Country Club Flowers: Robin Wood Flowers Cake: A Spoon Fulla Sugar Gown: Saks Fifth Avenue Invitations: Poeme Bride’s Makeup: BRIDEface Bride’s Hair: Leslie Salon Band: The Company Bride’s Profession: Healthcare Groom’s Profession: Retired healthcare executive, former CEO of Mayfield Clinic Couple’s Current Home: Hyde Park The Right Time: Gerry and Michael met when Michael was an administrator at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. They didn’t reconnect until years later, when they ran into one another at a healthcare-related meeting. Going Glam: The bride added some bling with her shoes and accessories and strayed from tradition in a stunning printed gown.

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Rebecca Richmond & Robert Metzner NOVEMBER 7, 2015

Rebecca’s and Robert’s eclectic, edgy, and contemporary style shined through on their wedding day, which was filled with polka-dot ties and pop art table decor and attended by their best friend Barley—their dog.

Photography: Max Surikov, Maxim Photo Studio Venue: Contemporary Arts Center Flowers: Diane Milazzo Bride’s Brooch Bouquet: Merry Me Bouquets, Etsy Cake: Maribelle Cakery Gown: Custom-designed, Darius Cordell Fashion, Frisco, Texas Save the Dates: Sproullie Designs, Etsy Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas Bride’s Hair & Makeup: Rollers & Rouge Catering: Vonderhaar’s Catering DJ: Alex Cruey Bride’s Profession: Director of sales & marketing Groom’s Profession: Realtor and graphic designer Couple’s Current Home: Over-the-Rhine Bling Bouquet: Rebecca skipped the roses and opted for a bouquet of brooches that matched the ring bearer’s box and the cake topper. Sweet Treats: The couple let their guests indulge at a candy buffet, stocked with some of their favorites—Godiva truffles, macarons from Macaron Bar, Haribo sour gummy bears, and Sixlets.

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Melissa Heft & Patrick Briody NOVEMBER 14, 2015

Melissa’s and Patrick’s love of music brought them together—they were in concert choir together at Xavier University—and was a focal point at their downtown wedding.

Photography: Meg Oleson, Frame 805 Photo Ceremony: St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church Reception: The Phoenix Flowers: Janet Martineau, Floral Verde Cake: A Spoon Fulla Sugar Gown: White

by Vera Wang, David’s Bridal Invitations: Minted Bride’s Hair & Makeup: Becki Greenlee, Eye Do Makeup & Hair Bridal Hair Accessories: Amanda Borchers, Glass Slipper Studio, Etsy Band: Jack Garrett and The Syndicate Videography: Kenny Wheetley, Beloved Wedding Photography Bride’s Profession: Occupational therapist Groom’s Profession: Healthcare administrator Couple’s Current Home: Chicago Grand Exit: Melissa and Patrick were whisked away in a white vintage car after the ceremony. Jazz Duo: The couple performed a jazz duet with the 11-piece band to share their love of music and performance with their guests.

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Kate Rowe & Tyler Wright OCTOBER 17, 2015

The beautiful autumn day became the perfect backdrop for Kate’s and Tyler’s elegant country club wedding.

Photography: Jonathan Gibson Photography Ceremony: Madeira-Silverwood Presbyterian Church Reception: Kenwood Country Club Flowers: Rosemary Ballard, English Rose Designs Cake: The BonBonerie Gown: Monique Lhuillier, Bridal and Formal Invitations: Designs by Dawson Bride’s Hair: Samantha Moyer, High Five Salon Bride’s Makeup: Jasmine Cotton, BRIDEface Wedding Planner: Brigid Horne-Nestor, i-do Weddings & Events Bride’s Profession: Speech language pathologist Groom’s Profession: School administrator Couple’s Current Home: Madeira Crossing Paths: Kate and Tyler lived less than a mile apart, frequented the same restaurants, and had mutual friends, but they never met. They both began teaching at the same school and finally met playing together on the staff softball team. Bust a Move: The couple wanted everyone on the dance floor all night long. If guests wanted to wish them well, Kate said they could do so by joining them on the dance floor.

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American Sign Museum

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Marissa Burroughs & Travis Reed NOVEMBER 7, 2015

From the brewery venue to the delicious desserts, many of the details at Marissa’s and Travis’s autumn wedding were Cincinnati favorites.

Photography: Mandy Paige Photography Venue: Christian Moerlein Malt House Taproom Flowers: Hazelfield Farm Desserts: Pie from O Pie O, donuts from Holtman’s Donuts, and ice cream from Aglamesis Bros. Gown: J. Crew Invitations: Designed

by Geoffrey Burroughs, printed by Seemless Printing Bride’s Makeup & Hair: Black Rabbit Salon Catering: Kitchen 452, Red Sesame Korean BBQ, and Roll With It Café DJ: DJ Will Ross Bride’s Profession: Director of community programming, Keep Cincinnati Beautiful Groom’s Profession: Reset specialist, Stagnaro Distributing Couple’s Current Home: Cincinnati Meals on Wheels: Marissa and Travis chose a less traditional—and more laid-back—kind of catering. The couple brought in Red Sesame BBQ and Roll With It Café food trucks. Rustic Chic: Cool rustic details like chalkboard signs, wooden ladders, vintage-styled tablecloths, and burlap table numbers complemented the industrial look of the brewery.

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Geetha Kapahi & Ryan Minton M AY 16, 2015

Weidemann Hill Mansion was transformed into an ivory, gold, and burgundy dream setting for Geetha’s and Ryan’s wedding.

Photography: Sherri Barber Venue: Wiedemann Hill Mansion Flowers: Betsy Wolking Cake: Sugar Realm Fine Bakery & Cake Design Gown: Mona Vora, Mona Vora Bridal Couture Invitations: Poeme Bride’s Hair: Heather Wolking Bride’s Makeup: Reign-Beauty Studio Desserts: Catie Cress, Wyoming Pastry Shop Catering: Funky’s Catering Bride’s Profession: Lead business analyst, Fifth Third Bank Groom’s Profession: General manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Couple’s Current Home: Columbia-Tusculum Small Details: Cookies made to go in guests’ gift bags were iced in sparkly gold then topped off with a burgundy icing monogram that replicated a henna design. Queen City Love: The couple loves Cincinnati and chose to make it the main focus of their intimate wedding by tying the knot at the Wiedemann Hill Mansion, known for its breathtaking views of the city skyline.

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Lauren Coben & Patrick Dye

SEE LAUREN’S GRANDPARENTS’ WEDDING PHOTO ON PAGE 96

SEPTEMBER 6, 2015

Simple white details were a perfect complement to Lauren’s and Patrick’s elegant wedding at the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza.

Photography: Laura Leppert, Leppert Photography Venue: Hall of Mirrors, Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza Flowers: Eden Floral Boutique Gown: Matthew Christopher Invitations: Poeme Bride’s Hair: Bridal Hair by Liz Bride’s Makeup: BRIDEface Wedding Planner: Elisa MacKenzie, Elegant Events

by Elisa Band: Endless Summer Band Lighting: Goodwin Lighting Services Bride’s Profession: Project manager and NFL cheerleader Groom’s Profession: Entrepreneur Couple’s Current Home: Downtown Cincinnati Fitness Fix-up: The couple had the same personal trainer, and Patrick asked about Lauren one day during a session. Soon after, he asked her to lunch and then to join him for the Kentucky Derby. Their relationship took off from there. New Heights: Tables were adorned with tall and short floral arrangements, which added a level of dimension to the decor.

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21C MUSEUM HOTEL 609 WALNUT ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 578-6600, 21CMUSEUMHOTELS.COM Capacity: Main Gallery Ballroom seats 100 with area for dancing Room cost/deposit: $2,500/25 percent of estimated total Food cost/person: $10,000 minimum/starts at $60 per person Cancellation policy: Sliding scale based on event date

20TH CENTURY THEATER 3021 MADISON RD., OAKLEY, (513) 731-8000, THE20TH CENTURYTHEATER.COM Capacity: 300 seated Room cost/deposit: $500–$1,500/$1,500 Saturday, $1,000 Friday and Sunday, $500 Monday–Thursday Food and bar cost/person: $36–$48 Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable but transferable to another date

A TOUCH OF ELEGANCE 5959 KELLOGG AVE., CINCINNATI, (513) 231-2312, ATOUCHOFELEGANCE.INFO Capacity: 25–400 Room cost/deposit: Included with cost of food/$500–$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: $17–$32 Cancellation policy: Deposit refunded if room rebooked within 180 days with a like event

ALMS PARK PAVILION 710 TUSCULUM DR., MT. LOOKOUT, (513) 221-2610, PREMIERPARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: Up to 120 upper pavilion area; 80 lower terrace Room cost/deposit: $1,200 Monday–Thursday; $1,600 Friday–Sunday and holidays/$500 nonrefundable deposit Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers, reference website Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

AMERICAN SIGN MUSEUM 1330 MONMOUTH AVE., CAMP WASHINGTON, (513) 541-6366, AMERICANSIGNMUSEUM.ORG Capacity: 175 Room cost/deposit: Please call Food cost/ person: Preferred caterers Cancellation policy: Please call

ANDERSON PAVILION

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8 W. MEHRING WAY, DOWNTOWN, (513) 978-1821, ANDERSONPAVILION.COM Capacity: Up to 350 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

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venue, housed in the same building as Carol Ann’s Carousel, offers panoramic views of Smale Riverfront Park, gardens, the Ohio River, and downtown BOOK IT skylines. With various spaces to host a wedding or event, the contemporary-styled » Anderson Pavilion, space can accommodate up to 350 people.

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3600 OBSERVATORY AVE., MT. LOOKOUT, (513) 2212610, PREMIERPARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: Up to 600 Room cost/deposit: $1,400 Monday–Thursday; $2,800 Friday–Sunday and holidays; waterfall landscape area additional $250/$500 deposit Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers, reference website Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

BB RIVERBOATS 101 RIVERBOAT ROW, NEWPORT, (859) 261-8500, BBRIVERBOATS.COM, CURRENT-CATERING.COM Capacity: 30–1,000 Room cost/deposit: Based on number of guests and menu/$100 nonrefundable deposit, 1/3 upon booking Food cost/ person: $31–$75 Cancellation policy: Notice more than 90 days prior to event, 50 percent refund; nonrefundable inside of 90 days

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AULT PARK PAVILION

BEHRINGER-CRAWFORD MUSEUM 1600 MONTAGUE RD., DEVOU PARK, COVINGTON, (859) 491-4003, BCMUSEUM.ORG Capacity: Up to 100, varies depending on location, please call Room cost/deposit: Please call Food cost/person: Varies/preferred caterers Cancellation policy: Please call

THE BELL EVENT CENTRE 444 READING RD., OVER-THE-RHINE, (513) 852-2787, BELLEVENTCENTRE.COM Capacity: Up to 300 seated Room cost/deposit: Please call Food cost/person: $40–$75 Cancellation policy: Please call

BELTERRA CASINO RESORT 777 BELTERRA DR., FLORENCE, INDIANA, (812) 427-7841, BELTERRACASINO.COM Capacity: Up to 1,500 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $30 and up Cancellation policy: Please call

BEL-WOOD COUNTRY CLUB 5873 LUDLUM RD., MORROW, (513) 899-3361 EXT. 125, BELWOODCC.COM Capacity: Up to 300 Room cost/deposit: Varies; please call for accurate pricing information Food cost/person: Accommodations for any budget Cancellation policy: Please call

THE BENCHMARK 433 JOHNSON ST., COVINGTON, (859) 491-2987, THEBENCHMARKNKY.COM Capacity: 275 main floor; 100 upstairs Room cost/deposit: Included in per-person package pricing/$500 deposit Food cost/person: $29.75–$39.75 Cancellation policy: Please call

JEFF RUBY’S CARLO & JOHNNY 9769 MONTGOMERY RD., MONTGOMERY, (513) 936-8600, JEFFRUBY.COM Capacity: 10–75 for private dining rooms Room cost/deposit: Minimum food and beverage/deposit varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies

CELEBRATION CRUISE LINE 848 ELM ST., KY-PORT OF CINCINNATI, LUDLOW, (859) 581-2600, CELEBRATIONRIVERBOATS.COM Capacity: 30–380 passengers; 30–180 during colder months Room cost/deposit: Varies/deposit negotiable Food cost/person: Varies based on menu selection Cancellation policy: 90 days or less, no refund

THE CELESTIAL STEAKHOUSE 1071 CELESTIAL ST., MT. ADAMS, (513) 241-4455, THECELESTIAL.COM Capacity: Single dining room 10–200; multiple dining rooms 180 Room cost: $750–$3,250 Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Full refund within 90 days

THE CENTER 115 E. FIFTH ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 824-7274, THECENTERCINCINNATI.COM Capacity: 350 banquet seating Room cost/deposit: Please call/$500 Food cost/person: Outside catering Cancellation policy: Full refund within 180 days

THE CHART HOUSE 405 RIVERBOAT ROW, NEWPORT, (859) 261-0300, CHART-HOUSE.COM Capacity: Up to 250 for

rehearsal dinner Food cost/person: $33.95– $54.95 Cancellation policy: Must provide 72 hours notice

CINCINNATI AIRPORT MARRIOTT 2395 PROGRESS DR., HEBRON, (859) 334-4610, CINCIN NATIAIRPORTMARRIOTT.COM Capacity: 500 Room cost/deposit: $500 deposit Food cost/person: $40–$100 Cancellation policy: Six months notice prior to event or deposit is forfeited

CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM 953 EDEN PARK DR., EDEN PARK, (513) 639-2995, CINCINNATIARTMUSEUM.ORG Capacity: 160 seated with dance floor; 220 standing reception-style Room cost/deposit: $6,000 (discount for fewer than 100 guests)/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: $90–$150 Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

CINCINNATI CLUB BUILDING

THE CLIFTON HOUSE 500 TERRACE AVE., CLIFTON, (513) 221-7600, THECLIFTONHOUSE.COM Capacity: 70 Room cost/ deposit: Please call Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

CONEY ISLAND’S MOONLITE GARDENS 6201 KELLOGG AVE., ANDERSON TWP., (513) 232-6701, CONEYISLANDPARK.COM Capacity: 150–400 and up Room cost/deposit: Varies/$2,000 deposit upon signed contract Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER 44 E. SIXTH ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 345-8415, CONTEMPORARYARTSCENTER.ORG/RENT Capacity: Varies Room cost/deposit: Rental fees are determined by number of guests Food cost/ person: Varies Cancellation policy: Please call

COOPER CREEK EVENT CENTER

30 GARFIELD PLACE, DOWNTOWN, (513) 241-3464, CINCINNATICLUB.US Capacity: 10–1,000 Room cost/deposit: $500–$1,500 Food cost/person: $28 and up Cancellation policy: Nonrefundable unless the room is rebooked

CINCINNATI MARRIOTT AT RIVERCENTER 10 W. RIVERCENTER BLVD., COVINGTON, (859) 261-2900, CINCINNATIMARRIOTTRIVERCENTER.COM Capacity: 320 Covington Ballroom; 100 Riverview Room cost/deposit: $1,000–$1,500 minimum for main ballroom/$1,000 deposit Food cost/ person: $50–$90; wedding packages available Cancellation policy: Contractual

4040 COOPER RD., BLUE ASH, (513) 745-8596, COOPERCREEKBLUEASH.COM Capacity: 350 Room cost/ deposit: Varies/$1,000 nonrefundable deposit Food cost/person: Varies; beverage packages $17–$31 Cancellation policy: Six months notice, nonrefundable deposit plus additional $1,000; less than three months notice, 100 percent of minimum required spending

CROWNE PLAZA CINCINNATI BLUE ASH 5901 PFEIFFER RD., BLUE ASH, (513) 936-3313, CROWNEPLAZA.COM/BLUEASH Capacity: 250–300 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $25.95–$38.95 Cancellation policy: $500 nonrefundable deposit

DAVE AND BUSTER’S

CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER AT UNION TERMINAL 1301 WESTERN AVE., QUEENSGATE, (513) 621-3326, CINCYMUSEUM.ORG Capacity: Up to 800 for dinner and dancing Room cost/deposit: $200–$2,000/50 percent of estimated event cost for deposit Food cost/person: $20 and up Cancellation policy: Please call

CINCINNATI OBSERVATORY CENTER 3489 OBSERVATORY PLACE, MT. LOOKOUT, (513) 3215186, CINCINNATIOBSERVATORY.ORG Capacity: Indoor sit-down 50; cocktail 75 Room cost/deposit: $850–$1,700, depending on facilities used/50 percent nonrefundable deposit Food cost/ person: Outside catering Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

THE CINCINNATIAN HOTEL 601 VINE ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 381-3000, CINCINNATI ANHOTEL.COM Capacity: 90 seated, 150 standing Room cost/deposit: $400/deposit included Food cost/person: Varies by menu Cancellation policy: Must provide 30 days notice

CINTAS CENTER AT XAVIER UNIVERSITY

11775 COMMONS DR., SPRINGDALE, (513) 671-5501, DAVEANDBUSTERS.COM Capacity: 10–2,000 Room cost/deposit: $50–$400/deposit 50 percent of subtotal Food cost/person: $17.99–$74.99 Cancellation policy: Please call

THE DAYTON ART INSTITUTE 456 BELMONTE PARK N., DAYTON, (937) 223-5277, DAYTONARTINSTITUTE.ORG Capacity: 250–300 for seated dinner Room cost/deposit: $3,400 for four hours/$600 for additional rooms and hours Food cost/person: Please call Cancellation policy: 50 percent deposit refund if within 90 days

DESTINYS CATERING INC. AT MOLLOY’S ON THE GREEN 10 ENFIELD ST., GREENHILLS, (513) 851-5434, DESTINYSCATERINGATMOLLOYSONTHEGREEN.COM Capacity: 250 with dance floor, 300 without dance floor Room cost/deposit: $600 deposit Food cost/person: $23.95–$28.95 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Deposit refundable if rebooked

DONAUSCHWABEN HALL

1624 HERALD AVE., NORWOOD, (513) 745-3428, CINTASCENTER.COM Capacity: Up to 650 Room cost/deposit: Package pricing/$1,500 deposit Food cost/person: Buffets starting at $24.95; sit-down dinners starting at $26.95 Cancellation policy: Please call

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4290 DRY RIDGE RD., COLERAIN TWP., (513) 385-2098, DONAUSCHWABEN.COM Capacity: Small hall 125, large hall 400 Room cost/deposit: Small hall deposit $300, large hall deposit $500 Food cost/person: Small hall $11–$13 per person, third party catering permitted; large hall food pricing package starts at 150 guests, then in

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DOUBLETREE BY HILTON CINCINNATI AIRPORT 2826 TERMINAL DR., HEBRON, (859) 371-6166, CINCINNATIAIRPORT.DOUBLETREE.COM Capacity: 350 with dance floor Room cost/deposit: No rental fee/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: $22.95 and up Cancellation policy: 60 days notice

790 PARK LANE, COVINGTON, (859) 431-2577, DREESPAVILION.COM Capacity: 300 with dance floor, 350 without Room cost/deposit: $4,000–$6,000/$1,000 deposit Food cost/ person: Varies depending on caterer Cancellation policy: 90 days notice prior to event, all money returned less $500

DUKE ENERGY CONVENTION CENTER 525 ELM ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 419-7300, DUKE-ENERGYCENTER.COM Capacity: 2,400 entire ballroom Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies

EMBASSY SUITES CINCINNATI RIVERCENTER 10 E. RIVERCENTER BLVD., COVINGTON, (859) 261-8400, EMBASSYSUITESRIVERCENTER.COM Capacity: Up to

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DREES PAVILION AT DEVOU MEMORIAL OVERLOOK

220 Room cost/deposit: Food and beverage minimum, average $7,000–$10,000/$500 deposit Food cost/person: $48–$62 Cancellation policy: Sliding scale based on cancellation date

FAIRFIELD BANQUET AND CONVENTION CENTER AT TORI’S STATION 74 DONALD DR., FAIRFIELD, (513) 829-8400, FAIRFIELDCONVENTIONCTR.COM Capacity: Diamond Room 250, Ruby Room 600, Sapphire Room 300 Room cost/deposit: Varies/$500 deposit Food cost/person: $20.95–$29.95 Cancellation policy: $500 deposit required, nonrefundable after 72 hours

THE FARM 239 ANDERSON FERRY RD., DELHI, (513) 922-7020, THEPLACETOPARTY.COM Capacity: Up to 600 Room cost/deposit: Included in package price/$300–$800 deposit Food cost/person: $22–$32 Cancellation policy: Must provide six months notice or resell date with same number of guests

FITTON CENTER FOR CREATIVE ARTS 101 S. MONUMENT AVE., HAMILTON, (513) 863-8873, COACHHOUSECATERING.COM Capacity: Ballroom 200; Vista Room 80, no sound system Room cost/deposit: $300 and up/$800 deposit Food cost/person: Varies; Coach House Catering Cancellation policy: Up to 60 days before date

THE FLORENTINE EVENT CENTER 8605 HAINES DR., FLORENCE, (859) 412-0471, THEFLORENTINEEVENTCENTER.COM Capacity: 275 Room cost/deposit: Included in package/$500 deposit Food cost/person: $25–$54 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

FRENCH HOUSE 3012 SECTION RD., AMBERLEY VILLAGE, (513) 221-2610, PREMIERPARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: Gazebo 500, Sunken Garden 200, French House 125–500 Room cost/deposit: $1,400 Monday–Thursday, $2,800 Friday–Sunday and holidays/$500 deposit Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers, reference website Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

THE GARDENS OF PARK HILLS

caterers, reference website Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

GLENDALE LYCEUM 865 CONGRESS AVE., GLENDALE, (513) 771-8383, GLENDALELYCEUM.COM Capacity: Up to 250 seated Room cost/deposit: $4,000 plus tax Friday, $5,100 plus tax Saturday/$1,000 deposit plus tax Food cost/person: Outside catering Cancellation policy: 50 percent refund if rebooked

THE GLENLARY ESTATE PARIS, KENTUCKY, (305) 968-3075, GLENLARYESTATE.COM Capacity: Outdoor venue 400–500 Room cost/deposit: Varies per package/30–50 percent, based on overall contract Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Please call

THE GOLDEN LAMB INN

1622 DIXIE HWY., PARK HILLS, (859) 442-7776, MCHALESCATERING.COM Capacity: Vista Room 350, Arbor Room 300 Room cost/deposit: Included in package/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: $27–$54 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

GIBSON HOUSE

27 S. BROADWAY, LEBANON, (513) 932-5065, GOLDENLAMB.COM Capacity: Up to 80 seated Room cost/deposit: Food and beverage minimum/please call Food cost/person: $10–$50 Cancellation policy: Refundable if cancelled two months prior to event date

THE GRAND BALLROOM

425 OAK ST., CLIFTON, (513) 221-2610, PREMIERPARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: Up to 150 Room cost/deposit: $1,500 Friday–Sunday, $800 Monday–Thursday/deposit included in room cost Food cost/person: List of preferred

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6 E. FIFTH ST., COVINGTON, (859) 442-7776, MCHALESCATERING.COM Capacity: Up to 370 Room cost/deposit: Varies/$1,500–$2,500 deposit Food cost/person: $34–$62 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

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GREAT AMERICAN BALL PARK 100 JOE NUXHALL WAY, DOWNTOWN, (513) 765-7237, REDS.COM/EVENTS Capacity: Seated with dance floor 450, standing reception 5,000 Room cost/deposit: Please call Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Please call

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GREAT WOLF LODGE 2501 GREAT WOLF DR., MASON, (513) 229-5817, GREATWOLF.COM/MEETINGS Capacity: Up to 660 seated Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/ person: $28 and up Cancellation policy: Please call

9366 MONTGOMERY RD., MONTGOMERY, (513) 984-4192, GREENDIAMONDGALLERY.COM Capacity: 10–125 Room cost/deposit: $1,500 nonmembers, $750 members/50 percent deposit on date reserved Food cost/person: $15–$50 for preferred caterer Cancellation policy: 30 days notice

GREENACRES ARTS CENTER 8400 BLOME RD., INDIAN HILL, (513) 793-2787, GREEN-ACRES.ORG Capacity: Indoor 120, tented outdoor 400 Room cost/deposit: Please call Food cost/person: Varies/preferred caterer list Cancellation policy: Nonrefundable within nine months of event

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HAMPTON INN & SUITES UPTOWN UNIVERSITY 3024 VINE ST., CORRYVILLE, (513) 281-2700, CVGUP. HAMPTONINN.COM Capacity: 50 banquet-style Room cost/deposit: $300–$500/no deposit Food cost/person: Outside catering Cancellation Policy: Day prior to event

HEATHERWOODE GOLF CLUB 88 HEATHERWOODE BLVD., SPRINGBORO, (937) 7483222, HEATHERWOODEGC.COM Capacity: Up to 200 Room cost/deposit: Varies/$600 to hold room Food cost/person: $19.50–$31 Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

HERITAGE CLUB 6690 HERITAGE CLUB DR., MASON, (513) 459-7711 EXT. 123, HERITAGECLUB.COM Capacity: Up to 180 Room cost/deposit: $2,100/$1,500 deposit Food cost/person: $29 and up Cancellation policy: Please call for details

HILTON CINCINNATI AIRPORT 7373 TURFWAY RD., FLORENCE, (859) 371-4400, CINCINNATIAIRPORT.HILTON.COM Capacity: Up to 220 Room cost/deposit: Room fee waived/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: $50, includes four-hour bar, cheese and cracker display, and champagne toast for bridal party Cancellation policy: Based on cancellation date

HILTON CINCINNATI NETHERLAND PLAZA 35 W. FIFTH ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 421-9100, CINCINNATINETHERLANDPLAZA.HILTON.COM Capacity: 20–750 Room cost/deposit: None with food and beverage minimum/$3,500 deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies

HOLIDAY INN & ROBERTS CONVENTION CENTRE 123 GANO RD., WILMINGTON, (937) 283-3272, ROBERTSCENTRE.COM Capacity: Up to 5,000 Room cost/deposit: Based on food and beverage/deposit varies Food cost/person: $20–$100 Cancellation policy: Varies

HYATT REGENCY CINCINNATI 151 W. FIFTH ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 579-1234, CINCINNATI.HYATT.COM Capacity: Varies Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Please call

IVY HILLS COUNTRY CLUB

JEFFRUBY.COM Capacity: 50 Room cost/deposit: Minimum food and beverage/deposit varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies

THE KOLPING CENTER 10235 MILL RD., SPRINGFIELD TWP., (513) 851-7951, KOLPINGCENTER.COM Capacity: 100–700 Room cost/deposit: Included in food price/$750 deposit Food cost/person: $27.50–$60 Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable/full refund if date rebooked

KRIPPENDORF LODGE AT CINCINNATI NATURE CENTER ROWE WOODS, 4949 TEALTOWN RD., MILFORD, (513) 5521340 EXT. 24, CINCYNATURE.ORG Capacity: 225 Room cost/deposit: $2,750 Friday, $3,350 Saturday, $2,650 Sunday/$800 deposit Friday or Sunday, $1,000 deposit Saturday Food cost/person: $60–$80 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Portion of initial deposit is nonrefundable

KROHN CONSERVATORY

7711 IVY HILLS BLVD., ANDERSON TWP., (513) 561-9119, IVYHILLSCOUNTRYCLUB.COM Capacity: 220 Room cost/deposit: Please call/$1,500 deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

JEFF RUBY’S STEAKHOUSE 700 WALNUT ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 784-1200,

1501 EDEN PARK DR., MT. ADAMS, (513) 221-2610, PREMIERPARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: Varies Room cost/deposit: $1,200 Monday–Thursday; $2,000 Friday–Sunday; $2,900 Holiday Show, holidays, and International Butterfly Show/$500 deposit Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers, reference website Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

An artful blend of contemporary and classic spaces. Have the wedding of your dreams, your way.

CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER 6th & Walnut • Downtown • Contact: mkarp@contemporaryartscenter.org SUMME R

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LAKE LYNDSAY RECEPTION CENTER 4845 AUSPURGER RD., HAMILTON, (513) 868-8555, LAKELYNDSAY.COM Capacity: Up to 400 Room cost/deposit: Packages vary/$500 deposit Food cost/person: Outside catering Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

LAWRENCEBURG EVENT CENTER AND DOUBLETREE BY HILTON 51 WALNUT ST., LAWRENCEBURG, (888) 274-6797, THELAWRENCEBURGEVENTCENTER.COM Capacity: Varies Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/ person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies

THE MADISON EVENT CENTER 700 & 740 MADISON AVE., COVINGTON, (859) 261-1117, THECOVINGTONMADISON.COM Capacity: Large ballroom, up to 400 Room cost/deposit: Please call Food cost/person: Please call Cancellation policy: Please call

MANOR HOUSE BANQUET & CONFERENCE CENTER 7440 MASON-MONTGOMERY RD., MASON, (513) 459-0177, MANORHOUSEOHIO.COM Capacity: Up to 750 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

MAPLE RIDGE LODGE 3040 WESTWOOD NORTHERN BLVD., MT. AIRY, (513) 221-2610, PREMIERPARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: 200 and up Room cost/deposit: $850 Monday– Thursday, $1,050 Friday–Sunday/$375 deposit Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers, reference website Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable; rates include $150 refundable damage deposit

THE MARQUISE EVENT CENTER 1016 TOWN DR., WILDER, (859) 442-7776, MCHALES CATERING.COM Capacity: Up to 450 Room cost/deposit: Included in package/$1,000– $2,000 deposit Food cost/person: $25.95– $54 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

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MEADOWBROOK BANQUET CENTER 2398 VENICE BLVD., FAIRFIELD, (513) 681-2135, MEADOW BROOKBANQUETCENTER.COM Capacity: Up to 325 Room cost/deposit: $500 deposit Food cost/ person: Varies based on package Cancellation policy: Refundable if rebooked

THE MEADOWS BANQUET AND EVENT CENTER 59 E. MAIN ST./CLEVES-WARSAW PIKE, ADDYSTON, (513) 941-7638, THEMEADOWSBANQUET.COM Capacity: 100–300 Room cost/deposit: No room cost/$500 deposit Grand Ballroom, $200 deposit Victorian Room Food cost/person:

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151 GOODMAN DR., CLIFTON, (513) 487-3891, KINGS GATEMARRIOTT.COM Capacity: 300 with a dance floor Room cost/deposit: Room fee included with all wedding packages; 20 percent advance deposit due at contract signing Food cost/person: $68–$72 plus service charge and tax Cancellation policy: Sliding scale based on cancellation date

$28.50 all-inclusive; no service charge Cancellation policy: Please call

THE MILL RACE BANQUET CENTER AT WINTON WOODS 1515 W. SHARON RD., GREENHILLS, (513) 521-PARK, GREATPARKS.ORG Capacity: Up to 150 Room cost/deposit: None/$400 applied to food and beverages Food cost/person: $27.95 and up; gratuities not accepted Cancellation policy: Must be in writing; percentage refundable based on receipt of cancellation notice; $25 cancellation fee

MILLENNIUM CINCINNATI HOTEL 150 W. FIFTH ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 352-2100, MILLENNIUMHOTELS.COM/MILLENNIUMCINCINNATI Capacity: 15–1,500 Room cost/deposit: Based on food and beverage/25 percent deposit Food cost/person: $70–$125 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Must be made in writing; refundable minus deposit if rebooked

MT. ECHO PAVILION 251 MT. ECHO PARK DR., PRICE HILL, (513) 221-2610, PREMIERPARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: Up to 150 Room cost/deposit: $1,200 Sunday–Friday, $1,400 Saturday and holidays/$500 deposit Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers, reference website Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

MUSIC HALL 1241 ELM ST., OVER-THE-RHINE, (513) 744-3242, CINCINNATIARTS.ORG/MUSICHALL Capacity: 100– 600 Room cost/deposit: $2,250–$5,500/50 percent deposit Food cost/person: Outside caterer needed Cancellation policy: Nonrefundable unless able to rebook the facility for the cancelled date

NATIONAL UNDERGROUND RAILROAD FREEDOM CENTER 50 E. FREEDOM WAY, DOWNTOWN, (513) 621-3326, FREEDOMCENTER.ORG Capacity: Grand Hall 300, Everyday Freedom Heroes Hall and Terrace 125 Room cost/deposit: Grand Hall $2,500, Everyday Freedom Heroes Hall and Terrace $1,500/deposit is 50 percent of room rental Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers Cancellation policy: Please call

NEWPORT SYNDICATE 18 E. FIFTH ST., NEWPORT, (859) 491-8000, NEWPORT SYNDICATE.COM Capacity: 10–600 Room cost/ deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

NORLYN MANOR 4440 ST. RT. 132, BATAVIA, (513) 732-9500, NORLYN MANOR.COM Capacity: Up to 700 Room cost/ deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Refundable if rebooked

OAK RIDGE LODGE 1400 OAK RIDGE RD., MT. AIRY, (513) 221-2610, PREMIER PARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: 125 and up Room cost/deposit: $780 Monday–Thursday, $980 Friday–Sunday and holidays/$375 deposit Food cost/person: List of preferred caterers, reference website Cancellation policy: Deposit

nonrefundable; rates include $150 refundable damage deposit

OASIS GOLF CLUB & CONFERENCE CENTER

person: $23.95–$39.95 Cancellation policy: Refundable if rebooked within six months with another wedding reception

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902 LOVELAND-MIAMIVILLE RD., LOVELAND, (513) 583-8383, OASISCONFERENCECENTER.COM Capacity: 1,000 Room cost/deposit: $350/$1,000 deposit applied to food and beverage Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

311 DELTA AVE., COLUMBIA-TUSCULUM, (513) 321-5454, JEFFRUBY.COM Capacity: Up to 75 Room cost/ deposit: Minimum food and beverage/deposit varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies

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PAUL BROWN STADIUM 2 PAUL BROWN STADIUM, DOWNTOWN, (513) 455-4830, BENGALS.COM/STADIUM Capacity: 500 seated; up to 1,000 reception Room cost/deposit: Depends on package/$2,500 or $2,000 deposit, depending on city or river view Food cost/person: $50 and up Cancellation policy: Please call

PEBBLE CREEK GOLF COURSE, RESTAURANT AND EVENT CENTER 9799 PRECHTEL RD., COLERAIN TWP., (513) 385-4442 EXT. 14, PEBBLECREEKGC.COM Capacity: 300 Room cost/ deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $27 and up Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

PETERLOON ESTATE 8605 HOPEWELL RD., INDIAN HILL, (513) 791-7600, PETERLOON.ORG Capacity: 120 indoor seated, 150 indoor cocktail, 250 outdoor Room cost/ deposit: $6,500 for entire estate/50 percent deposit Food cost/person: Outside catering Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

THE PHOENIX 812 RACE ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 721-8901, THEPHX.COM Capacity: Up to 400 Room cost/deposit: Varies/$500–$3,500 deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Please call

PINECROFT MANSION AT CROSLEY ESTATE 2366 KIPLING AVE., MT. AIRY, (513) 376-8163, PINE CROFTMANSION.COM Capacity: 350 seated, 450 cocktails Room cost/deposit: $2,500–$9,500 depending on date/30 percent of rental cost Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Payment for event is divided in thirds; once made, payments are nonrefundable

PINE LAKES LODGE 61680 BUSKIRK LANE, SALESVILLE, (740) 679-3617, PINELAKESLODGE.COM Capacity: Up to 300 Room cost/deposit: Varies/deposit varies Food cost/person: $25 and up Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

THE PINNACLE BALLROOM 6 E. FIFTH ST., COVINGTON, (859) 442-7776, MCHALES CATERING.COM Capacity: 250 Room cost/ deposit: Included in package/$1,000–$2,000 deposit Food cost/person: $31.50–$58 all-inclusive Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

THE PLANTATION CLUB AT TWIN OAKS 450 E. 43RD ST., COVINGTON, (859) 581-6410, GOLFAT TWINOAKS.COM Capacity: Up to 260; indoor and outdoor ceremonies available Room cost/ deposit: $500 nonrefundable Food cost/

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580 WALNUT ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 579-0720, PRIME47CINCY.COM Capacity: 200 seated, 300 standing Room cost/deposit: Food and beverage minimum varies depending on date and number of guests/Please call Food cost/ person: Average of $80 including food and alcohol Cancellation policy: Two week cancellation policy

PURCELL BANQUET CENTER 3621 GLENMORE AVE., CHEVIOT, (513) 481-1925, PURCELLBANQUETCENTER.COM Capacity: Large hall 350, Pub Room 125 Room cost/deposit: Please call/$100 deposit Food cost/person: Please call Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

PYRAMID HILL SCULPTURE PARK 1763 HAMILTON CLEVES RD., HAMILTON, (513) 868-8336, PYRAMIDHILL.ORG Capacity: 40–500 Room cost/deposit: Depends on venue/50 percent Food cost/person: Preferred list of caterers Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable unless rebooked for similar event of the same amount

QUEEN CITY RIVERBOATS 100 O’FALLON DR., DAYTON, (859) 292-8687, QUEEN CITYRIVERBOATS.COM Capacity: Buffet dinner 100; cocktail party 150 Room cost/deposit: Varies/ deposit $1,000–$1,500 Food cost/person: Please call Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

RECEPTIONS INC.–EASTGATE 4450 EASTGATE BLVD. SUITE J, EASTGATE, (513) 9431888, RECEPTIONSINC.COM Capacity: Up to 650 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $19–$39.95 Cancellation policy: None

RECEPTIONS INC.–ERLANGER 1379 DONALDSON HWY., ERLANGER, (859) 746-2700, RECEPTIONSINC.COM Capacity: Up to 1,100 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $18–$65, all-inclusive packaging Cancellation policy: None

RECEPTIONS INC.–FAIRFIELD 5975 BOYMEL DR., FAIRFIELD, (513) 860-4100, RECEPTIONSINC.COM Capacity: Up to 900 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $19–$39.95 Cancellation policy: Varies

RECEPTIONS INC.–LOVELAND 10681 LOVELAND MADEIRA RD., LOVELAND, (513) 6978999, RECEPTIONSINC.COM Capacity: Up to 550 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $19–$39.95 Cancellation policy: Varies

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RECEPTIONS INC.– SOUTHEAST INDIANA 170 COUNTRY CLUB LANE, AURORA, INDIANA, (812) 926-1747, RECEPTIONSINC.COM Capacity: Up to 385 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Varies

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RECEPTIONS INC.–WESTERN HILLS 3302 WESTBOURNE DR., WESTERN HILLS, (513) 922-6777, RECEPTIONSINC.COM Capacity: Up to 345 Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: $19–$39.95 Cancellation policy: Varies

THE REDMOOR 3187 LINWOOD AVE., MT. LOOKOUT, (513) 871-6789, THEREDMOOR.COM Capacity: 326; 225 seated Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Please call Cancellation policy: Please call

36 E. FOURTH ST., DOWNTOWN, 513-333-0000, MARRIOTT.COM/CVGBR Capacity: Burnham Hall seats up to 350 with a dance floor Room cost/ deposit: Room cost waived with food and beverage minimum/20 percent of estimated total Food cost/person: Starting at $72 Cancellation policy: Sliding scale based on event date

THE RIVERSIDE ROOM AT THE NEWPORT AQUARIUM 1 AQUARIUM WAY, NEWPORT, (859) 815-1453, NEWPORT AQUARIUM.COM Capacity: Up to 1,200 Room

Wedding Day Masterpiece at the TAFT MUSEUM OF ART

CEREMONIES RECEPTIONS REHEARSAL DINNERS

316 Pike Street Downtown Cincinnati (513) 684-4523 taftmuseum.org

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RENAISSANCE CINCINNATI DOWNTOWN

cost/deposit: $1,400 and up/50 percent of established event fee Food cost/person: Varies; exclusively catered by Chef’s Choice, Funky’s Catering, and Elegant Fare Cancellation policy: Please call

RSVP EVENT CENTER BY VILLAGE PANTRY CATERING 453 WARDS CORNER RD., LOVELAND, (513) 965-0511, RSVPEVENTCNTR.COM Capacity: Up to 400 Room cost/deposit: None/$500 deposit Food cost/person: $29.50–$65.50 Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable; transferable to new date or gift card

SATISFACTION YACHT CHARTERS 5819 PANAMA ST., CINCINNATI, (513) 231-9042, SATISFACTIONCRUISES.COM Capacity: 50–150 Room cost/deposit: Please call/$2,500 deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

SAVANNAH CENTER 5533 CHAPPELL CROSSING BLVD., WEST CHESTER, (513) 860-4142, SAVANNAHCENTER.COM Capacity: Up to 1,200 Room cost/deposit: Please call/$2,500 deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

SHAKER RUN GOLF CLUB 1320 GOLF CLUB DR., LEBANON, (513) 727-0007 EXT. 225, SHAKERRUNGOLFCLUB.COM Capacity: Ballroom 325, Pavilion 150 Room cost/deposit: $1,000

STONEWOOD BANQUET CENTER AT SHARON WOODS

deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

11555 SWING RD., SHARON WOODS, (513) 521-PARK, GREATPARKS.ORG Capacity: 135 Room cost/ deposit: $750 Saturday, $500 Sunday and Friday, plus beverage package purchase; $400 down payment saves the date; rental fee balance due 10 days prior to event Food cost/ person: Outside catering; please call for further term details Cancellation policy: Must be in writing; percentage refundable based on receipt of cancellation notice; $25 cancellation fee

SHARONVILLE CONVENTION CENTER 11355 CHESTER RD., SHARONVILLE, (513) 771-7744, SHARONVILLECONVENTIONCENTER.COM Capacity: Up to 800 Room cost/deposit: Varies/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: Varies by package Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

SIX ACRES BED & BREAKFAST 5350 HAMILTON AVE., COLLEGE HILL, (513) 541-0873, SIXACRESBB.COM Capacity: 50 indoor, 75–100 outdoor Room cost/deposit: $1,500 package price includes room/$500 deposit Food cost/person: $20–$25 Cancellation policy: Please call

STILLMEADOW COUNTRY CLUB 1 STILLMEADOW DR., PIERCE TWP., (513) 752-6500 EXT. 11, STILLMEADOWCOUNTRYCLUB.COM Capacity: Indoor 165 Room cost/deposit: Varies/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

STONELICK HILLS GOLF CLUB

SWEETWINE BANQUET CENTER AT WOODLAND MOUND 600 NORDYKE RD., CINCINNATI, (513) 521-PARK, GREATPARKS.ORG Capacity: 150 Room cost/ deposit: $500–$750 plus choice of beverage package; $400 down payment saves the date; rental fee balance due 10 days prior to event Food cost/person: Outside catering; please call for further term details Cancellation policy: Must be in writing; refundable if rebooked; $25 cancellation fee

SYCAMORE CENTER

3155 SHERILYN LANE, BATAVIA, (513) 735-4653, STONELICKHILLS.COM Capacity: 180 Room cost/ deposit: $2,500 for entire clubhouse with patio/$500 deposit Food cost/person: $25– $35 Cancellation policy: Deposit refundable if cancelled at least 180 days prior to event

4455 CARVER WOODS RD., BLUE ASH, (513) 686-1004, SYCAMORESENIORCENTER.ORG Capacity: 229 dining, 490 seated Room cost/deposit: Wedding packages from $1,200 to $1,500 Food cost/ person: Varies Cancellation policy: 14 days prior to event

STATELY ELEGANCE, MODERN FLAIR. Seamlessly blending classic opulence and comtemporary elegance, The Renaissance® Cincinnati Downtown Hotel features breathtaking 40-ft. domed ceilings, setting an unforgettable stage for the day of your dreams.

To start planning, call 513.333.0000 or visit RenCincinnatiWeddings.com

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THE WESTIN CINCINNATI 21 E. FIFTH ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 621-7700, WESTIN.COM/CINCINNATI Capacity: Up to 1,000 depending on setup Room cost/deposit: Varies Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: Advance deposit nonrefundable

WIEDEMANN HILL MANSION 1102 PARK AVE., NEWPORT, (859) 655-9018, WHILLMANSION.COM Capacity: 60 seated dinner Room cost/deposit: Call for details Food cost/person: Outside catering Cancellation policy: Full refund of deposit amount (less 15 percent processing fee) if at least nine months prior to event date; 50 percent refund if at least six months prior to event date

WINGATE BY WYNDHAM & MERIDIAN CONFERENCE CENTER 7500 TYLERS PLACE BLVD., WEST CHESTER, (513) 7771101, MERIDIANCONFERENCE.COM Capacity: Up to 300 without dance floor; up to 250 with dance floor Room cost/deposit: No room cost for wedding packages/deposit varies; food and beverage minimums for Friday and Saturday events Food cost/person: $25–$45 Cancellation policy: Must provide four weeks notice prior to event; request sample contract for specific details

WEDDINGS AT WITHROW NATURE PRESERVE 7075 FIVE MILE RD., ANDERSON TWP., (513) 521PARK, GREATPARKS.ORG Capacity: Up to 100 Room cost/deposit: $395 rental fee for four hours Food cost/person: See Sweetwine Banquet Center at Woodland Mound for reception information Cancellation policy: Must be in writing; percentage refundable based on receipt of cancellation notice; $25 cancellation fee

TRIO BISTRO

316 PIKE ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 684-4523, TAFTMUSEUM.ORG Capacity: Up to 220 Room cost/deposit: Tent $5,000/$1,000 deposit Food cost/person: Preferred caterer list Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

7565 KENWOOD RD., KENWOOD, (513) 984-1905, TRIOBISTRO.COM Capacity: Up to 70 Room cost/ deposit: No room charge; food and beverage minimum varies Food cost/person: Various event menus to accommodate all budgets Cancellation policy: Within one week of date, 50 percent of minimum; within three days of the date, 100 percent of minimum

THEODORE M. BERRY INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP PARK PAVILION 1101 RIVERSIDE DR., DOWNTOWN, (513) 221-2610, PREMIERPARKEVENTS.COM Capacity: Up to 120 Room cost/deposit: $1,200 Monday–Thursday, $1,400 Friday–Sunday and holidays/$500 deposit Food cost/person: Preferred caterer list Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

TRADITIONS GOLF CLUB 2035 WILLIAMS RD., HEBRON, (859) 586-6691, TRADITIONS GOLFCLUB.COM Capacity: Up to 150 Room cost/ deposit: Please call Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation policy: 30 days prior to event

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VINOKLET WINERY 11069 COLERAIN AVE., COLERAIN TWP., (513) 385-9309, VINOKLETWINES.COM Capacity: Up to 155 Room cost/deposit: Package is $54.95 per person plus tax and gratuity/$500 deposit Food cost/ person: Included in package price Cancellation policy: Please call

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THE WOODLANDS CRYSTAL ROOM 11450 SEBRING DR., FOREST PARK, (513) 742-8400, THEWOODLANDSHALL.COM Capacity: Up to 290 Room cost/deposit: Included in rental price/$500 deposit Food cost/person: $20.95–$35.95 Cancellation policy: Refundable deposit if rebooked

THE WOODLANDS 9680 CILLEY RD., CLEVES, (513) 353-2593, THEWOOD LANDSHALL.COM Capacity: Up to 1,000 Room cost/deposit: Room cost included in perperson cost/$500 deposit Food cost/person: $20.95–$35.95 Cancellation policy: Deposit refundable if rebooked

WUNDERLAND BANQUET HALL 7881 COLERAIN AVE., COLERAIN TWP., (513) 931-2261, WUNDERLANDHALL.COM Capacity: 75–380 Room cost/deposit: All-inclusive packages/$750 deposit Food cost/person: $25–$48 Cancellation policy: Deposit nonrefundable

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A MOBILE ITALIAN ESPRESSO BAR ON THE BACK OF A PERIWINKLE 1982 VESPA APE—WHAT’S NOT

to love? When longtime coffee enthusiast Daniel Noguera decided to combine his love of travel and high-end espresso into a business, he knew he’d have to get creative. After a weekend of intensive barista courses at the renowned Coffee Fest in Chicago, hours of tinkering with an Italian-style espresso machine, and a weeks-long hunt for the perfect FYI Vespa—Urbana Cafe was born. The vehicle“café”is fully mobile, making it a fun addition to any wedding.

“We really study how to [make coffee] right, how to follow traditional [Italian-style] espresso mak» Urbana Café also ing,” Noguera says. “We like to kick it old school a little bit.” The result is a smooth and potent beverage has a new storefront in Pendleton. with notes of chocolate-y nuttiness. And Urbana’s pastry chef, Elizabeth Zylka, works with brides to 1206 Broadway St., create a custom menu of delicious finger foods to pair with your espresso, from shortbread cookies to Pendleton, (513) 813spumoni to doughnuts and more. We’ll drink to that. — BA I H L E Y G R A N D I S O N 3133, urbana-cafe.com

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7132 MONTGOMERY RD., MONTGOMERY, (513) 891-8688, ALACARTECATERING.NET Food cost/person: Please call Cancellation Policy: No charge if rescheduled within six months

A TASTE OF CLASS CATERING INC. 3415 GLENMORE AVE., WESTWOOD, (513) 481-3663, ATASTEOFCLASS.COM Food cost/person: $8–$35 and up Cancellation Policy: Flexible

BROWN DOG CAFÉ & CATERING 5893 PFEIFFER RD., BLUE ASH, (513) 794-1610, BROWN DOGCAFE.COM Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation Policy: 10 business days prior to event

CHEF’S CHOICE CATERING

CINCINNATI CATERING 1320 ETHAN AVE., CAMP WASHINGTON, (513) 541-2626, CINCINNATICATERING.COM Food cost/person: $6.95–$22 Cancellation Policy: Varies

COFFEE EMPORIUM 110 E. CENTRAL PKWY., DOWNTOWN, (513) 651-5483, COFFEE-EMPORIUM.COM Food cost/person:

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11350 GROOMS RD., BLUE ASH, (513) 489-6006, CHEFSCHOICECATERING.COM Food cost/person: $25–$55 Cancellation Policy: Must provide 90 days notice prior to event for refund

Varies/$400 for three hours with espresso cart Cancellation Policy: At least a week in advance

CURRENT CATERING BY BENSONS 101 RIVERBOAT ROW, NEWPORT, (859) 261-8500, CURRENT-CATERING.COM Food cost/person: $14.95 Cancellation Policy: Prior to 30 days, retain 50 percent of balance; after 30 days nonrefundable

DESTINYS CATERING INC. AT MOLLOY’S ON THE GREEN 10 ENFIELD ST., GREENHILLS, (513) 851-5434, DESTINYSCATERINGATMOLLOYSONTHEGREEN.COM Food cost/person: $23.95–$28.95 all-inclusive Cancellation Policy: Deposit refundable if rebooked

EAT WELL CELEBRATIONS AND FEASTS 921 MONMOUTH ST., NEWPORT, (859) 291-9355, EATWELLONLINE.COM Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation Policy: Full refund four weeks prior to event

ELEGANT FARE 2575 COMMERCE BLVD., SHARONVILLE, (513) 552-1340, ELEGANTFARE.COM Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation Policy: Please call

FUNKY’S CATERING & EVENT SERVICES 1761 TENNESSEE AVE., NORWOOD, (513) 841-9999,

FUNKYSONLINE.COM Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation Policy: Varies

HILVERS CATERING 2724 COLERAIN AVE., CAMP WASHINGTON, (513) 681-2135, HILVERS.COM Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation Policy: Varies

JEFF THOMAS CATERING 815 OAK ST., LUDLOW, (859) 291-0286, JEFFTHOMAS CATERING.COM Food cost/person: $30 and up Cancellation Policy: One year prior, full deposit refund; six months to one year prior, deposit refund; under six months, no refund

Food cost/person: Varies Cancellation Policy: More than six months, full refund; one–six months, 50 percent refund; less than 30 days, no refund

SPECTRA FOOD SERVICES AND HOSPITALITY AT THE DUKE ENERGY CONVENTION CENTER 525 ELM ST., DOWNTOWN, (513) 419-7250, DUKE-ENERGYCENTER.COM Food cost/person: Please call for quote Cancellation Policy: Based on timeliness of cancellation; contact Spectra for more information

RAFFEL’S CATERING AND BANQUET FACILITIES

LA PETITE PIERRE 7800 CAMARGO RD., MADEIRA, (513) 527-4909, LAPETITE PIERRE.COM Food cost/person: $25 Cancellation Policy: $250 nonrefundable deposit

MCHALE’S EVENTS AND CATERING 1622 DIXIE HWY., PARK HILLS, (859) 442-7776, MCHALESCATERING.COM Food cost/person: Please call Cancellation Policy: Nonrefundable

MONTGOMERY INN CATERING 11314 TAMARCO DR., BLUE ASH, (513) 852-6733, MONTGOMERYINN.COM Food cost/person: $9.95– $29.95 Cancellation Policy: Flexible

MPG EVENTS AND CATERING 1705 ST. RT. 28, GOSHEN, (513) 373-0009 AND (513) 722-2500, MPGEVENTSANDCATERING.COM

10160 READING RD., EVENDALE, (513) 563-9996, RAFFELSCATERING.COM Food cost/person: $8.75– $45 Cancellation Policy: Nonrefundable

VILLAGE PANTRY CATERING 453 WARDS CORNER RD., LOVELAND, (513) 965-0511, VILLAGEPANTRYCATERING.COM Food cost/person: $15–$50 Cancellation Policy: Deposit nonrefundable

VONDERHAAR’S CATERING, INC. 19 W. PLEASANT ST., READING, (513) 554-1969, VONDERHAARS.COM Food cost/person: $12.95 and up Cancellation Policy: $200 nonrefundable deposit, 50 percent refund with 30 days notice

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looking back » FRANK STANEK, 85, AND FLORENCE MALINCHAK, 84, BETTER KNOWN AS “TOOTS AND FRANK,” WERE married on July 19, 1952, in Ashley, Pennsylvania. The couple is celebrating their 64th wedding anniversary this summer. They met when they were 14, but Florence’s father said Frank couldn’t come to the house until she was 16. He showed up on her 16th birthday with chocolates and crystal rosaries, and they’ve been together ever since. In their wedding four years later, there were four bridesmaids who carried red roses and a maid of honor who carried blue roses, and they all wore white gowns. Florence called it a snowball wedding. She carried a white pearl prayer book, and in her bouquet, the crystal rosaries that Frank gave her on her 16th birthday. — H A I L E Y M A L L E N D I C K

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