Months after an event, guests probably will not remember the exact shade of every centerpiece. They will remember whether they felt welcomed. They will remember the food they loved, the conversations they had, whether the evening flowed naturally and how much fun they had celebrating with you. That is why we believe great events should…

Weddings may get most of the attention when people think about event venues, but life gives us plenty of other reasons to gather. A milestone birthday. A retirement. A baby shower. An anniversary. A rehearsal dinner. A long-overdue family celebration. These events may be smaller than a wedding, but that does not make them less…

There is a major difference between requiring people to attend an event and creating an event they are genuinely excited to attend. The venue plays an important role in that difference. Whether you are planning an employee celebration, leadership gathering, client event or company holiday party, the environment can influence how people interact from the…

Your wedding reception might last several hours, but many of your guests will travel much farther than that to celebrate with you. That is one reason wedding weekends have become so appealing. They give couples more time with the people they love without making every moment feel formally scheduled. Begin With an Informal Welcome Not…

Why On-Site Accommodations Can Transform the Wedding Experience When couples start looking for venues, accommodations are sometimes treated as a problem to solve later. They are worth considering much earlier. Having lodging available where the celebration is taking place can change the entire guest experience. Less Transportation, More Celebration After dinner, dancing and drinks, the…

Finding the right wedding venue is one of the biggest decisions you will make during the planning process. The setting establishes the atmosphere for the day, but the best venue should do much more than look beautiful in photographs. For couples planning a wedding in Central Pennsylvania, it is worth considering the entire experience—from the…

Wedding venue tours are exciting. They are also one of your best opportunities to uncover details that may not be obvious from a website or photo gallery. When you visit a venue, try to picture the entire day—not just how the reception room will look. Here are ten conversations worth having. 1. How Customizable Is…

There is something special about saying “I do” outdoors. Natural scenery, open skies and the changing seasons can create a ceremony setting that is difficult to reproduce inside. At the same time, many couples understandably want the predictability and amenities of an indoor reception. The good news is that you do not necessarily have to…