12 Questions to Ask Before Choosing an Event Venue

Kristin Chalmers Photography | venue selection

Are you planning to tie the knot in 2025?  Whether you’re a hopeless romantic or a meticulous planner, finding the perfect wedding venue is at the top of your wedding checklist! When making a venue selection for your next event, there is no better way to gather all the necessary information than by asking the right questions! From location and date to catering options and parking, your guests’ experience at your event will rely heavily on the venue you choose, so it’s important to make your decision with all the knowledge available to you. Continue reading “12 Questions to Ask Before Choosing an Event Venue”

How to Establish an Event Budget (And Stick to It!)

event budget list | Windy Hill Photography

When planning for any event, from weddings to corporate, it’s essential to develop a budget – and stick to it. Though it can feel overwhelming (not to mention tempting to jump right into a vendor contract – you’re excited, after all!), a clear budget will help you stay on course through the planning process. Read through our event budget list below to help you prepare for your big event! Continue reading “How to Establish an Event Budget (And Stick to It!)”

Advantages of Working with a Local Maine Venue for Your Private Event

Lexi Lowell Photography | private event venue

Choosing the best type of private event venue can be challenging – regardless of the event you’re hosting, you want to have an unforgettable experience, so details are important! At the end of the day, it’s truly all about location, which is why you should consider working with a local Maine venue. 

Whether you are planning a wedding, family reunion, office party or corporate event, baby shower, or bridal shower, hosting your event at a local venue offers so many advantages! From working closely with the property owners, who can help you through each step of the planning process, to affordability and convenience, the benefits are immense. Learn about the 5 best advantages of working with a local private event venue in Maine!

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Do’s and Don’ts of Having a New England Lobster Bake for Your Event

New England Lobster Bake

If you’re hosting an event in Maine, you already know there is just something special about this state – and is all the more reason to show your guests exactly why it’s such a wonderful place! Trust us when we say there is nothing more “Maine” than a classic New England lobster bake done the old-fashioned way, which makes including it in your event festivities a no-brainer! It’s unique, locally sustainable, and such a fun way to celebrate with friends and family. Below, we’ve put together some basic dos and don’ts for your Maine lobster bake. Continue reading “Do’s and Don’ts of Having a New England Lobster Bake for Your Event”