Northeast Ohio Brides: Event Venue: Blue Heron Golf Club

Last month, I had a chance to visit a venue where one of my summer brides is holding her wedding reception. She is having a destination wedding ceremony in Riviera Maya, Mexico and I'm working with her to bring that tropical vibe back to Northeast Ohio for a larger celebration with family and friends. Challenging? Maybe a little--if we were working with a hotel ballroom or typical banquet space. But Blue Heron's look, feel and layout will be a perfect canvas for my bride's vibrant and chic soiree!

Check out a few photos I snapped of the space last month. Keep in mind, these were taken in the dead of winter in Cleveland.... imagine how gorgeous this would be outside in June:)

First,  two fab outdoor patio spaces to work with. The upstairs patio at Blue Heron, in particular, would be great as a ceremony space for brides.



The main ballroom at Blue Heron is super elegant by day--tall ceilings and chandeliers. But we have plans to transform the space with a few elements sure to set the mood. I love the floor to ceiling windows in this room and how neutral it is... 

We were here on December 26th, I think, hence the Christmas deco!

And lastly some photos of the exterior in summer. Courtesy of Blue Heron:

Fore more information on Medina's Blue Heron, go here.

Northeast Ohio Brides: Event Location: ThornCreek Winery & Gardens

Aurora, Ohio--
I came across this Aurora winery recently while scouting out locations for a spring baby shower--but I think it looks perfect for a bridal shower, rehearsal dinner/mixer--or even a small, intimate wedding! Apparently, the winery--which is touted as "part living room, part French chalet, part art gallery"--was purchased and renovated in 2005 and now is being marketed for special events. Food-wise they offer tapas and desserts. And of course there's the wine.

Check out the ThornCreek Winery web site for more info. And I'll also add more info on the winery soon!