Getaway in Casco Bay Quintessential Maine
Heart of the Harbor
Old Port District Nestle in award-winning accommodations near Portland’s waterfront in proximity to the best restaurants, shopping, arts and nightlife. PortlandHarborHotel.com Relaxed dining experience overlooking the courtyard garden at Eve’s at the Garden
Calm in the Cove
Great Diamond Island
Retreat to a deluxe guest room with balcony in a peaceful Island Resort Community on Great Diamond Island, home of Historic Fort McKinley. Opening May 2016. InnatDiamondCove.com
Out at Sea
Joseph S. Kennedy UB-85 Waterfront dining & events overlooking Diamond’s Cove. Charter the distinctive former Navy boat Accessible by Casco Bay Lines Ferry around or to destinations throughout Casco Bay DiamondsEdgeRestaurantandMarina.com www.PortlandHarborFleet.com
ROMANTIC PORTLAND EXPERIENCES TO DROP ANCHOR WHEN YOU TIE THE KNOT QUINTESSENTIAL MAINE PROPERTIES OPERATED BY PORTLAND HARBOR HOTEL 2077759090 Maine Wedding Guide Marry ME The shore is a decision between land and sea. A romantic impulse in all of us pulls us here. That’s why we seal the deal at the ocean’s edge… GraPhy
Spruce Point Inn, Boothbay Harbor Genevieve de Manio Photo Manio de Genevieve
April 2016 3 9 Katie Arnold Photography B.E. Loved . . . Excited . . . Swooned . . . Married
BLUE ELEPHANT EVENTS Planning . Design . Props . Catering 207.281.3070 Full Service Dream Makers blueelephantcatering.com Maine Wedding Guide
The emotional lines of flux verge on the paranormal. Movie directors still cut to the roaring surf during love scenes.
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French’s Point, Stockton Springs
The Chebeague Island Inn
In Maine, including islands, we have 3,478 miles of stunning coastline. Let’s celebrate!
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For the perfect beginning
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And happily so. . .
Because we know a wedding is so much more than dancing and dessert. Because everyone loves experiencing something exciting. Because we all need a little something special in our lives.
Mention this ad and receive two complimentary nights in a bridal suite for your wedding. Gatherings up to 120 guests | Intimate service & creative cuisine | 52 handsomely appointed guestrooms & suites
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The unique boutique with vintage charm.
Featuring elegant and casual dresses, shoes & accessories for traditional and non-traditional brides, mothers, grandmothers, attendants, and all ladies needing to look fabulous for that special event!
52 Exchange Street, Portland • (207) 772-1699 • tavecchiaboutique.com
Bridal Shop & Tailor
85 Main Street Yarmouth (207) 846-5844 www.svetlanadesign.com Call 207-546-2927
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Molly’s Cupcakes ‘n’ More Fresh Baked Treats for Every Occassion Parties • BirtHDaYs • WeDDings • ComPanY events
207-894-3050 • 8 Turning Leaf Drive, Windham
ANNA PHILIPS NAIL BAR manicures - pedicures - waxing
Host your Private Bridal Party with Us! 207-536-0698 www.annaphilipsnailbar.com The Bay House • 15 Middle Street • Portland, Maine 04101
46 portland monthly magazine Maine Wedding Guide Memories are priceless, but vintage is affordable! Blue-Eyed Boutique
160 Main Street Unique, Fine Women’s Clothing, 332-1562 Accessories & Fashion Jewelry Biddeford, ME Frank & his granddaughter Call or visit our website for an appointment! Rebecca, 9/19/2015 Frank & Theresa, in her grandmother's Married 9/16/1957 blueeyedboutique.com wedding dress!
Wide variety of styles–from well known designers to obscure artisans. Visit us to work with our in-house image consultant. Or, shop online. We offer free, local delivery. 116 Main Street, Freeport, Maine 207-869-5435 | SashayWardrobes.com
[email protected] (207) 956-6000
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The perfect photo entertainment experience for your wedding.
Make Your Special Day Historic
Decorate photos with digital props, borders, monogram logos, and personal messages. Have a blast creating animated GIFs. Enjoy green screen special effects and digital media walls to change your background. Share photos on Facebook, Twitter, and email. Photos print instantly as take-home keepsakes. To book an event or learn more, visit TOUR & CONSULTATION: [email protected] www.tapsnap1076.com or call 207.274.9984 207-633-4727 • www.RailwayVillage.org
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From Intimate to the Unexpected, Holiday Inn By the Bay Will Host Your Reception on Your Wedding Day RUSSELL CARON WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY RUSSELL CARON Holiday Inn By the Bay
HOLIDAY INN 88 SPRING STREET PORTLAND, ME 04101
• Largest reception facilities downtown with full-service catering • Unobstructed panoramas of Portland harbor and skyline • Large indoor pool and fitness center SEE • Surrounded by cultural attractions OUR GREAT • 239 guest rooms with amenities SEASONAL RATES & WEDDING DAY PACKAGES • Close to Old Port shopping INNBYTHEBAY.COM • Executive rooms & suites BOOK YOUR STAY • Courtesy shuttle available TODAY! • On-site restaurant
INNBYTHEBAY.COM / 800.345.5050 / @BYTHEBAYPTLD Creating new memories.
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A UNIQUE SELECTION OF ANTIQUE AND ESTATE JEWELRY AND FINE GIFTS. BUYERS & SELLERS • RESTORATION SERVICES • CUSTOM DESIGN KENNEBUNKPORT • 15 OCEAN AVE. • 207.967.1285 STONEHOMEESTATEJEWELERS.COM OGUNQUIT • 254 MAIN ST. • 207.216.9917
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Limousines, Town Cars, Shuttles, Antique Bentley Image by Nadra Photography
April 2016 5 3 Special Advertising Section DOW CRE MEA EK FARM
Traditional Horse Drawn Carriage Serving all of New England A Maine Vineyard & Winery Handcrafting Award-Winning Wines
Family owned & operated since 1997 by Butch & Becky Durgin. Wine • Events • Tours • Weddings
175 Barrett Hill Rd. Union, Maine • (207)785-2828 207-388-2044 [email protected] • www.SavageOakes.com MeadowCreekFarmOfMaine.com
The runswick Inn B“Best Maine Inn” --DownEast Magazine Readers’ Choice 2014
authentic charm in the heart of downtown 16 Elegant Guest Rooms sCelebrations for up to 100 “fresh, local, & uniquely maine” 165 Park Row w Brunswick, Maine (207) 729-4914 w www.TheBrunswickInn.com
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We Buy & Sell
50 EXCHANGE STREET, PORTLAND attosestatejewelry.com 207-613-9222
Canopies & Tents • Tables & Chairs Dance Floors • China, Glassware, Flatware & More
Serving Greater Portland, York County, and Western Maine.
“With us, your planning will be painless and hassle-free.” –Lisa Allen, Owner
partytimemaine.com • 207-839-2800
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Before. During. Happily Ever After. Let Maine’s wedding dress experts help your dreams come true. Pre-ceremony garment prep, including steaming & pressing On-site wedding day care for your entire wedding party Post-wedding cleaning and wedding dress preservation
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Your wedding overlooking Sebago Lake Just Imagine with spectacular views of Mount Washington
At Saint Joseph’s College. • Our beautiful lakeside setting is enhanced by our wonderful staff that is ready to help you plan your event and ensure its success. • On-site catering offers fresh ingredients, prepared with creativity, and presented with style and elegance. • On-site lodging can accommodate guests in both traditional rooms and suite-style rooms to best fi t your needs and budget.
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ItalIan HerItage Center EST. 1953 We Specialize in ... Amazing Complete Wedding Packages Rooms Accomodate Groups from 50-500
Corporate Social Wedding Bereavement Receptions
Italian Heritage Center
All natural artisanal kupcakes 40 Westland Avenue, and other baked goods. Portland, ME 04102 Specializing in vegan and gluten free! 207-772-2500 FAX: 207-780-8505 We’re Moving!! www.italianheritagecenter.com to EmailEmail youryour inquiresinquiries to: [email protected]@maine.rr.com 469 Fore Street Portland, ME • 207-773-0800 www.lovekupcakesinc.com [email protected]
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Photography: Justine Johnson Justine Photography: Portland’s Photography: Justine Johnson Justine Photography: Sweetest Wesocial. are a full corporate. service catering weddings. company full that bar specializes services in findingWe theare aright full service balance catering between company elegance that specializes... and pleasure. in Party & Wedding fi nding the right balance between elegance...andCATERING pleasure. Favors
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CATERING lauracabot laura cabot Beautiful Food For All Occasions CATERING CATERING (207) 832-6337 Photo CourtesyBeautiful of: J. La Plante Food For All Occasions Beautiful Food For All Occasions PO Box 628 • Waldoboro, ME 04572 (207) 832-6337 (207) 832-6337 lauracabotcatering.com PO Box 628 • Waldoboro, ME 04572 PO Box 628 • Waldoboro, ME 04572 lauracabotcatering.com lauracabotcatering.com savvyeventrental.com
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Something old something new
Historic Elegance ❧ Vintage Details ❧ A Venue Unlike Any Other
207-333-3242 royaloakroom.com
THE EAST WIND INN Maria’s Ristorante TENANTS HARBOR, MAINE – Portland’s Traditional Italian Restaurant –
Timeless, Elegant, Coastal
Six Course Italian Dinner for Two (Including a bottle of wine) $29 Per Person Banquet Space Available 21 MECHANIC STREET Wedding Rehearsals, Receptions, Family Gatherings TENANTS HARBOR, MAINE www.eastwindinn.com Open Tuesday-Saturday | www.mariasrestaurant.com 207-372-6366 337 Cumberland Avenue • Portland • 772.9232
April 2016 5 9 Special Advertising Section Noble House Inn Something old Bridgton’s Premier Bed & Breakfast something new Above scenic Highland Lake Historic Elegance ❧ Vintage Details ❧ A Venue Unlike Any Other
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Specializing in small, unforgettable wedding A picturesque venue & Elopement Packages for your wedding.
www.noblehouseinn.com 81 Highland Road, Bridgton, ME
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Sebasco Wedding Ads.v6.Paths.PRTLNDMAGAZINE.MARCH2016.indd 1 3/16/16 4:08 PM Sebasco Wedding Ads.v6.Paths.PRTLNDMAGAZINE.MARCH2016.indd 1 3/16/16 4:08 PM MAINE’S MOST BEAUTIFUL Maine’s 2014 Dream MOUNTAIN VILLAGE Wedding Destination of Bethel the Year
The Bethel area has the views to make your guests’ jaws drop and the facilities to make your day perfect and personal. Whether you choose a village inn, a stunning mountain vacation home, a grand ballroom, or a field with a hillside backdrop, your guests will be talking about your big day for years to come. All the services you need are available locally – venues, caterers, florists, tent and supply rentals, offici - ants, spas, and salons – staffed with friendly, helpful folks who want to make your wedding just right. Your guests will be able to enjoy a wide variety of lodging options, from small B&Bs to fine hotels. They’ll stay entertained with all there is to do in the area – hiking, fishing, golfing, cycling, skiing, paddling, perusing downtown shops, or getting pampered at a spa.
57 MAINe: Ellie Andrews, Wedding Officiant Merrill House Arts, Jewelry, Teaching 207-592-9614 Wedding Venue 57MaineArts.com reverendelliemaineweddings.com 207-392-3422 donnadaquino.com merrillhouse.com Frank’s at Fall Line The Bethel Inn Resort 207-824-2202 Mountain House on Sunday River 800-654-0125 franksbarandgrille.com 207-583-2007 bethelinn.com mountainhouseonsundayriver.com Good Food Store & Catering Co. Carol Savage Photography 800-879-8926 Pooh Corner Farm Florist 207-836-3505 goodfoodbethel.com 207-836-3276 carolsavagephotography.com poohfarm.com Holidae House Wedding Flowers by Janet Black AIFD Bed & Breakfast Rooster’s Roadhouse Restaurant & 207-514-3500 207-824-3400 Catering Services janetblack.com holidaehouse.com 207-824-0309 Island Indulgence Spa roostersroadhouse.com 207-364-7720 facebook.com/islandindulgencespa
Learn more about these vendors and weddings at 800-442-5826 | www.BethelMaine.com Maine Wedding Guide
abacusest. 1971
44 Exchange Street, Portland 36 Main Street, Freeport 12 McKown Street, Boothbay Harbor 213 Main Street, Ogunquit 2 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport
www.abacusgallery.com 800.206.2166
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Latitude 43° 45’ 1”
W tie the Where better to “tie the knot” than at Cook’s Lobster & Ale House,knot! on picturesque Garrison Cove on Bailey Island. Whether you are hosting an intimate reception in our Cribstone Room or hosting a large reception under the tent on The Point, the sights, sounds, smell & taste of Casco Bay will delight you & your guests. This is Maine at its best—let us share that with you & help make your special day just as perfect as it should be! For more information on weddings, please email [email protected]
Longitude -69° 59’ 32”
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We specialize in upscale Lobster Bake Weddings & Fine New England Cookout & Grilling Menus
Visit our website or give us a call for more information! coastalcrittersclambakes.com • 207-338-3384
Something old, or something new…Find it at Swiss Time!
Thoughtful Planning & Design with Family In Mind 86 Exchange St, Portland, ME 04101 myswisstime.com | (207) 773-0997
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Fabulous Socks for Men, Women, & Kids Let us outfi t your wedding party with matching socks!
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