Unforgettable Weddings Rehearsals and Showers
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UNFORGETTABLE WEDDINGS REHEARSALS AND SHOWERS Say “I Do” With a View Imagine your outdoor wedding ceremony, reception or rehearsal dinner unfolding before a magical Chicago skyline and sunset views, then dancing the night away as glittering skyscrapers glide by and summer fireworks illuminate the night sky over Lake Michigan. A private wedding cruise aboard Chicago’s First Lady Cruises is a night you and your guests won’t forget! A Wedding Venue as Unique as You Transport yourself to an era of sophistication and elegance aboard our unique and timeless vessels reminiscent of early 20th century yachts. Our six vessels can comfortably accommodate groups of 2 to 200. • Private vessel • Mahogany and brass tone accents and finishes • Open-air upper deck • Climate-controlled interior salon • You direct evening departure time, length of cruise and route • Perform your ceremony dockside or choose the perfect city backdrop to say “I do” • Summer evening fireworks from Lake Michigan on Wednesdays & Saturdays • All vessels departing from Chicago’s Riverwalk at Michigan & Wacker Drive Five-Star Service and Amenities Chicago’s First Lady Cruises’ experienced staff and crew are at your service to help create a welcoming and memorable voyage. Our boats are meticulously polished just prior to boarding to shine on your special day. Vessel features: • Tables and chairs for ceremony and reception • Staffed full-service bar(s) • Marble and granite restrooms • Sirius XM Radio and iPod connection • Complimentary microphone and stand upon request Beverage Packages & Catering We offer a full, premium bar and acclaimed gourmet catering partners. • Variety of cuisines and dining experiences • Customized menu options • Five beverage packages to choose from • Upgrade options available • Inquire about our reserve wine list See inserts in back panel for sample menus, catering contact information and open bar packages. Welcome Aboard! Cruising April through November There is no better way to keep your guests Departing from our Chicago Riverwalk dock at raving about your wedding event than a private Michigan Avenue & Wacker Drive on the river level. cruise aboard Chicago’s First Lady Cruises. CHICAGO’S LEADING LADY CHICAGO’S CLASSIC LADY CHICAGO’S FIRST LADY This custom-designed luxury cruise vessel The twin sister ship to Chicago’s Leading Elegantly appointed in mahogany and offers an elegantly appointed interior salon Lady—right down to the open-air deck brass tones, this yacht features an and spacious open deck, luxury touches and duplicate amenities—Chicago’s open-air upper deck and a fully enclosed and amenities, plus two flat screen TV’s Classic Lady offers gorgeous mahogany temperature-controlled carpeted main with DVD player and a Mac computer. and brass tones, cushioned chairs and salon. Amenities include two bars, marble spectacular views. and granite restrooms and music system. Wedding Capacity: 200* Wedding Capacity: 200 * Wedding Capacity: 100* Sunday - Tuesday: $1050** per hour Sunday - Tuesday: $1050** per hour Sunday - Tuesday: $950** per hour Wednesday - Friday: $1090** per hour Wednesday - Friday: $1090** per hour Wednesday - Friday: $990** per hour Saturday: $1250** per hour Saturday: $1250** per hour Saturday: $1090** per hour *Listed capacity is for cocktail receptions, please call for seated capacity. **Prices do not include food & beverage, taxes or fees. Minimum cruise times apply. CHICAGO’S FAIR LADY CHICAGO’S LITTLE LADY LADY GREBE Chicago’s Fair Lady’s interior salon features Chicago’s Little Lady is a favorite choice for Designed in the style and luxury of mahogany paneling, large panoramic more intimate gatherings. Choose a single the golden era of yachting, Lady Grebe windows, spacious bar area, flat screen TV large dining table or flexible arrangements (Gree-be) is perfect for important but with DVD player and music system, as well with our traditional round dining tables and small outings. A 48-foot, vintage as a spectacular open-air upper deck chairs. Amenities include a spacious bar, mahogany yacht built in 1961, she is perfect for dancing under the stars. luxury restrooms, music system and flat perfectly preserved for a wedding proposal, screen TV. intimate ceremony or anniversary cruise. Wedding Capacity: 100* Wedding Capacity: 40* Capacity: 6 passenger maximum Sunday - Tuesday: $880** per hour Sunday - Tuesday: $880** per hour 2-Hour Cruise: $1550**† Wednesday - Friday: $950** per hour Wednesday - Friday: $950** per hour Additional Hours: $500** per hour Saturday: $1050** per hour Saturday: $1050** per hour Michigan Ave. Docking (Optional): $250 *Listed capacity is for cocktail receptions, please call for seated capacity. **Prices do not include food & beverage, taxes or fees. Minimum cruise times apply. †Lady Grebe includes premium beverages. Private CAF Docent A private Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF) Docent (guide) can be reserved for an additional fee for your event. Or consider entertaining your guests before or after your wedding celebrations with a coordinated family group tour aboard the CAF’s regularly scheduled public River Cruise. Group rates available, please inquire. OHIO STREET Rehearsals, Engagement Parties, Showers & More CHICAGO W CHICAGO Call 847-358-1330 to speak to our experienced private events team to learn more, MARRIOTT LAKESHORE DOWNTOWN or visit CruiseChicago.com/Weddings. GRAND AVENUE HOTEL THE GWEN PALOMAR INTERCONTINENTAL CHICAGO Located On Chicago’s Riverwalk ILLINOIS STREET The Chicago’s First Lady Cruise dock is located in the beautiful Riverside Gardens® along Chicago’s Riverwalk. Entrance located at the southeast corner of the Michigan Avenue Bridge at Wacker Drive, just steps down from Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. Look for our blue awning! STATE STREET STATE LAKE WABASH AVENUE WABASH LOEWS MICHIGAN HOTEL DRIVE COLUMBUS MICHIGAN AVENUE MICHIGAN CHICAGO CHICAGO HOTEL LAKE SHORE DRIVE For GPS purposes, use address 112 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601. SHERATON TRUMP CHICAGO LANGHAM WESTIN TOWER HOTEL & HOTEL TOWERS RIVER 111 E. Wacker Drive / LAZ Parking Garage. 3-4 hour discount parking NORTH CHICAGO RIVER CHICAGO’S FIRST LADY FLEET with proper validation. WACKER DRIVE Drop-Off Area: River level drop-off for limos, motorcoaches, staging and limited LONDONHOUSE HYATT SWIS SOTEL CHICAGO REGENCY CHICA GO RENAISSANCE HOTEL mobility access available on Lower-Lower Wacker Drive. Please follow the CHICAGO HOTEL HOTEL directions listed on CruiseChicago.com/location/accessibility. MONACO VIRGIN HARD THE RADISSON BLU AQUA HOTELS ROCK FAIRMONT LAKE SHOREDRIVEWACKER TO CHICAGO HOTEL HOTEL HOTEL Map is not to scale, approximate locations shown. Image Credits: Cover and page 2 left image © Jana Blu Photography. Top right page 3 and back cover image © Angela Renee Photography. Page 6 top left image: © George Street Photography & Video, top right image © Becky Brown Photography. For reservations, call 847-358-1330 or visit CruiseChicago.com Departing from Michigan Avenue & Wacker Drive Entertaining Company appeals to people seamless execution and unwavering attention who admire attention to detail, appreciate an to detail. Every event is a stage and every artful vision and expect efficient service. Our occasion is an opportunity to present an clients truly acknowledge the great quality at unforgettable experience. Please check out our a great value. In addition, our talented team website at www.entertainingcompany.com for pride themselves on their artistic presentation, additional menu ideas. TRADITIONAL DINNER BUFFET SKEWER BAR DINNER Waiter Passed Hors D’oeuvres Skewer Selection Crispy Gnocchi, Beef Short Ribs, Tomato Ragu, Select your favorite 4 skewer combinations WEDDING MENUS Polenta Cake Tandoori Chicken Lemon Chicken Vesuvios in Tiny Chive Lemon Rosemary Chicken Tied Crepe Parmesan Encrusted Chicken with Artichokes, Michigan Apple Bruschetta, Herbed Goat Roasted Tomatoes, and Mushrooms Cheese, Creamy Ricotta, Crushed Spiced Beef Tenderloin, Green Pepper Walnuts, Touch of Lavender and Honey and Mushrooms Tomato Tarte Tatin, Basil Pesto Summer Skirt Steak Mascarpone Mousse Chipotle Honey Beef Buffet Dinner Asian Lemongrass Shrimp Chef Carved Grilled New York Strip Steaks Tropical Grilled Shrimp and Pineapple with a choice of sauce: Bernaise, Dilled Salmon and Cucumber Roquefort, Peppercorn, Triple Mustard, Red Blackened Grouper Wine or Barbecue Sauce Grilled Summer Vegetarian Antipasto, Roasted Butter Fish in Banana Leaf, Carrots, Mushrooms, Zucchini, Summer Braised Lemon Leek Herb Jus Squash, Tomato Grilled Vegetable Mosaic, Mustard Vinaigrette Roasted Fingerling Potato Trilogy, Fresh Condiments for the Skewer Bar Summer Herbs and Vidalia Onions Chimichurri, Guava Mango Chutney, Garlic Summer Heirloom Tomato Salad, Cucumber, Yogurt, Coconut Curry, Tomato Basil Chutney, Feta, Oregano Vinaigrette and Demi Barbeque Sauce Roasted Farm Picked Beet Salad, Goat Cheese, Please Select Your Favorite 3 Sides Balsamic Vinaigrette Artichoke Salad, Braised Artichokes, Hearts of Entertaining Company Freshly Baked Breads, Palm, Summer Greens, Parmesan Crisps, Fresh Herbed Olive Oil Lemon Vinaigrette Five Tomato Salad Spritzed with Herbed Olive Dessert Oil Vinaigrette, Sprinkled with Four Salts Fresh Seasonal Sliced Fruit Grain Power, Red & White Quinoa, Beluga Deconstructed Pie Bar - Guests to grab a pie Lentils, Avocado, Shaved Fennel, Radish, shell and fill with their favorite fillings and Mushrooms, Citrus Vinaigrette toppings. Fillings to include apple pie, Michigan summer cherry, chocolate mousse