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Reception Halls
Immediately after scheduling the church, securing the Reception Hall is the next step in planning your wedding. You’ll likely find that many Reception Halls are booked far in advance of a wedding, sometimes as long as 18 - 24 months, so do not put this important task off.
A reception and dinner can be held at a private residence, a public park, at a hotel, community banquet hall, or even at the church.
The follow should be considered when securing a reception hall: 1) How close is it to the church? The further it is away from the church, the greater the chance for loosing guests. 2) Is the location available on the date you want? 3) What is the facilities capacity? 4) What is the dinner cost per guest? 5) What is their policy on deposits, refunds, cleaning, security, or cancellation, etc.? 6) What is the parking situation? 7) What is their policy on alcohol? 8) Is there adequate power for lighting, sound and entertainment? 9) When can you set-up/decorate and when must you clean up?
Our research has found a variety of articles associated with Reception Halls, as well as a wide variety of answers to your many questions. This section only includes questions, answers and articles regarding Reception Halls.
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The following are articles, questions or answers pertaining to Reception Halls:
Menus: Top 10 Planning Ideas (article)
Deciding what to serve at the reception means mixing adventurous spirit with careful considerations. Here are menu-planning tips. These 10 topics of discussion with your prospective reception hall/caterer can be the difference between a perfect event and a nightmare. Debbie recommends!
Reception Sites: 17 Questions to Ask the Manager (article)
You’re about to start the process of locating and securing a reception hall, and now you have to find out how dependable and trusted they will be. This article has nearly 20 questions to ask potential reception hall managers. Their answers will determine who gets the job. Debbie highly recommends a look!
Reception Sites: A Complete Checklist (article)
The following article includes a checklist of items/services that should be available for a first class reception hall. Debbie highly recommends a read!
Reception Sites: Cost, Tips & Tricks (article)
Finding a location is a major planning feat, and among the most important of all. Our advice? Read these tips and get started. Debbie highly recommends!
Reception Sites: A Wedding at Home (article)
There’s no place like - right? Well maybe. There are things you need to check before you can feel comfortable about having a wedding and reception at your families or friends home. Read this article to find out what you need to know. Debbie recommends!
Reception Sites: Cost, Tips & Tricks (article)
Here are more tips for seeking, negotiating and securing a reception site for your wedding. Debbie recommends adding these tips to your arsenal!
Drinks: Ways to Save on Wine (article)
There are plenty of tasty, inexpensive wines available to serve at your Big Day bash. Here they are! Debbie recommends a read!
Reception Food: Ways to Save Dough (article)
Looking to save money on your reception meal? Food experts from around the country share their favorite cost-cutting tips. Debbie highly recommends!
Reception Sites: Finding & Selecting Your Spot (article)
Here are even more suggestions for finding and selecting your wedding reception site.
Reception Sites: Ideas & Trends (article)
Looking for a very different style of reception? If so, then read this article for unique ideas.
Reception Sites: Points for Your Contract (article)
Never enter an activity of this magnitude without a contract, unless you want to be short-changed. This article gives you pointers on what to include in a contract with your reception hall manager. Debbie highly recommends!
Tent Basics: Top 10 Tips (article)
This article is for those having a reception outside. It offers numerous tips and suggestions for selecting the size of tents, how many will be required and their cost. Debbie recommends!
Menus: 10 Ways to Make Yours Memorable (article)
Want your reception meal to be delectably delicious? Make your menu mouthwatering and marvelous with these 10 tasty tips. Debbie recommends a look.
Drinks: Cocktail/Liquor Basics (article)
Who likes to party? Your guests! Get ready to prepare the libations. Here's a booze-focused guide to help you plan. Debbie recommends a read!
Sites & Locations: Restrooms 101 (article)
Anytime you have a number of guests and they eat and consume liquids you better have restroom facilities for their use, and your guests should talk about them positively. Otherwise your reputation may be in the toilet.
Q&A: Reception: How to Save on a Caterer? (article)
I am getting married next April and my boyfriend and I are trying to figure out how to save on a caterer. We're having an afternoon wedding. What do you suggest we eat at the reception in order to save money?
Reception Food: Tips for a Tea Reception (article)
Want something really unique for your reception – why not hold a Tea reception? To learn more about Teas and how they work read this article.
Cocktail Reception: A Sample Schedule of Events (article)
If you’re throwing a cocktail reception check out this article for timing and events that take place.
Drinks: Creative Wedding Cocktails (article)
Looking for creative unique wedding cocktails? If so, you need to review the many recipes in this article.
Drinks: Ways to Save on Wine (article)
For those that plan to have wine be a major part of their wedding reception, here is a guide to help you add variety to your wine list and save money at the same time.
Q&A: Etiquette: Ask Guests to Pay Entrance Fee? (article)
Should you ask your guests to pay an admissions fee for your reception, or pay it for them?
Q&A: Etiquette: Donation to Reception Site? (article)
If you are lucky enough to secure a reception site with no fee you should feel elated, but should you consider giving the site manager a donation?
Q&A: Reception: When to Book the Site? (article)
How soon is soon enough to begin looking for a reception site?
Q&A: Cocktail Reception: Are Place Cards Appropriate? (article)
Unsure about placement cards for this type of reception – read on.
Q&A: Cocktail Reception: What Are the Rules? (article)
How do you handle the guests if you are not serving a meal?
Q&A: Reception Brunch: Is Wedding Cake Appropriate? (article)
Is it appropriate to serve wedding cake at a reception brunch?
Q&A: Reception Dinner: Buffet or Sit-down? (article)
This may not be a simple answer. To learn about which may be appropriate we suggest you read article or look for other articles in this section.
Q&A: Reception Dinner: Can You Change Your Choice of Entree? (article)
Can a guest change their entrée choice at the last minute? Read how one person handles this.
Q&A: Reception Dinner: How Late Is Too Late to Eat? (article)
When it comes to eating many will eat later than usual, but how late is late? To learn the answer read on.
Q&A: Reception Dinner: How to Meet Guests' Dietary Needs? (article)
To learn how to handle the dietary needs of some guests read the article.
Q&A: Reception Dinner: Is a Strict Vegetarian Meal Okay? (article)
You’re probably saying NO, but you should read on to see just how you can serve a vegetarian meal, and satisfy your guests at the same time.
Q&A: Reception: Assigned Seating for Buffet Reception? (article)
Does seating your guests when you have a buffet meal served make sense? If this is on your mind please read the article.
Q&A: Reception: Champagne Toast a Must? (article)
If you’re not inclined to drink at your wedding, is it OK to not provide alcohol? If so, how does one handle it?
Q&A: Reception: Is Dinner a Must at an Evening Wedding? (article)
If you schedule a late evening wedding how should you handle the dinner, or should you provide dinner?
Q&A: Wedding Planning: Small Ceremony with Large Reception? (article)
My fiancé and I want to have a ceremony in the Caribbean, and only invite our parents. We would like to have a big reception for our friends and family when we return home. How can we do this without hurting feelings?
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