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Church or Synagog ue
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Private Home
• Make sure the location will comfortably
seat your guests.
• Ask what type of fees and restrictions
there are (for example, decorations, alcohol,
caterers, music, etc...).
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• Space: The home should be large enough to
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comfortably hold your guests.
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• Preparation Of Food/Beverage/Setup: A number
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of things will happen on your wedding day and you
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do not want to have to worry about the food, beverages
and setup. Therefore, if your budget can allow for a caterer it is
highly recommended to leave it up to the professionals.
• Parking: Make sure there is sufficient parking.
• Bad Weather: If you are planning an outdoor wedding
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(for example, to move inside of the private home or
rent enclosed tents).
• Restrooms: Make sure there are adequate
restroom facilities and supplies.
Wedding Packages
• Call multiple places for their complete
wedding packages.
• Choices for the food service usually
include sit-down, buffet or hor'dourves.
• Beverage options may include open bar,
cash bar, pay by the drink (set your budget
for this), bring your own, beer and wine
only, punch, coffee/tea and/or soda.
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