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STYLE QUIZShould you book a contemporary or rustic venue? Should it be downtown, or out-of-town? Answer these simple questions and find the perfect venue for your dream wedding.

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Scoring:

7-11 Points:Your contemporary, modern aesthetic lands you right in the heart of downtown Albany! You love all things local and want your wedding to represent your love for each other and your city! Your perfect venue is on page 60.

11-17 Points:You’re fun and outgoing, and want your wedding day to reflect that! Your urban glam wedding style has you looking for a memorable place to dance the night away. Your perfect venue is on page 58.

17-24 Points:Your wedding style has a classic feel with a sense of tradition. You’re looking for a timeless occasion all your family can enjoy. Your perfect venue is on page 57.

24-32 Points:You’re chic and charming and love all things Saratoga! You want your wedding day to be just as glamorous as you are! Your perfect venue is on page 56.

32-38 Points:You are independent and down-to-earth with a discerning eye. For your wedding you want a unique location that is both modern and timeless, without all the fuss. Your perfect venue is on page 59.

38-42 Points:Your wedding style is easy going, comfortable, and full of rustic charm. You’re adventurous and original, and searching for a venue to match. So pick the place and we’ll meet you there! Turn to page 61.

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After dancing the night away, whattasty treat will you offer your guests?

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What fun favor are your guests taking home to remember the night?

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Room to host all your friends

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Wedding Capacity: 400518-583-3003 | hallofsprings.com

SPOTLIGHTS

A historic, world-renowned venue located within the picturesque Saratoga Spa State Park. Built nearly one hundred-years ago, the magnificent interior features a 38-foot vaulted ceiling, Italian marble floors, and three original grand chandeliers made of Belgian crystal. With both indoor and outdoor space available, the Hall of Springs offers a truly sophisticated experience for any wedding.

“From the planning meetings leading up to the event, to the service, to the amazing food, everything was unbeatable. We would recommend the Hall of Springs to any family member or friend, near or far, because they make the entire planning process and day of event such a remarkable experience.”

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The historic Glen Sanders Mansion has stood on the banks of the Mohawk River for over 300 years and today

provides a picture-perfect backdrop to your wedding day. In warmer months you can enjoy a gorgeous waterfront

ceremony, and in cooler months, the lobby provides a cozy fireside setting. Enjoy cocktails in the elegantly appointed

riverfront patio, then move to the lavishly adorned ballroom to dine and dance with friends and family.

Wedding Capacity: 325518-374-7262 | glensandersmansion.com

“Glen Sanders Mansion was amazing from start to finish. The ballroom, grounds, and Inn all provide a wonderful, comfortable space to have the time of your life. The staff for my event was fabulous and ensured that a great time was had by all.”

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Wedding Capacity: 200518-370-1167 | keyhallatproctors.com

Key Hall at Proctors is an elegant, truly distinct wedding venue in revitalized downtown Schenectady, NY. With its towering 40 foot ceilings, lined by gleaming marble walls, you and your guests will be in awe of the beauty of a bygone era. Before your reception, your guests will enjoy cocktail hour while you take advantage of historic downtown Schenectady for spectacular photo opportunities. The repurposed original walk-in vault also makes for some beautiful photos and is available for your grand entrance as newlyweds.

“My husband and I couldn’t have been happier with the overall experience. Everything was just “perfect”! The atmosphere was glamorous, the food and service couldn’t have been better!”

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Wedding Capacity: 250518-688-2123 | 90stateevents.com

In the heart of downtown Albany, 90 State Events was originally built in the 1900’s as a National Savings Bank. Classic meets chic - timeless touches like marble columns, and the original bank vault come together with crystal chandeliers, and the largest dance floor in the Capital Region...so bring your dancing shoes!

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“Guests’ breath were taken away by not only the venue, but also by the incredible service and excellent cuisine. The staff and chefs at Key Hall brought our vision to life. Bravo to Key Hall at Proctors.”

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Wedding Capacity: 220518-631-6502 | hiltongardeninncliftonpark.com

Located in Clifton Park, our ballroom features, high ceilings, modern

chandeliers, and polished decor. Coupled with the on-site hotel

accommodations, it’s the perfect place to host all your friends and family midway

between Saratoga Springs and Albany.

Wedding Capacity: 175518-685-3402 | courtyardmarriottlakegeorge.com

Nestled in the heart of the village, the Courtyard Lake George offers all of your needs under one roof. Start at the top with a rooftop terrace ceremony featuring sweeping views of scenic Lake George. Then move

through our two ballrooms for cocktail hour, and dinner. As the night goes on, your guests can spill out onto the

attached balconies to enjoy some fresh air. End your night with a stay in the Adirondack chic hotel which has

everything at your fingertips including guest rooms, a fire pit patio and even Starbucks for the next morning.

“We were so pleased with the way everything went on our wedding day. The quality of service was amazing. The food was delicious and so well prepared. It was very convenient having everything take place in one location.”

“Everyone has raved about the food and how fun our wedding was and we could not have done it without all of you, so thank you so much! I can truly say the entire day was beyond our expectations!”

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Wedding Capacity: 120518-463-0568 | cornerstoneattheplaza.com

Cornerstone at the Plaza is in the center of all things downtown Albany. This contemporary space is a blank canvas, with floor to ceiling windows and stunning 360° views of Albany and the Empire State Plaza. A fresh take on an intimate wedding venue; Cornerstone at the Plaza is the perfect spot to celebrate with those you cherish.

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Wedding Capacity: 500+518-487-2166 | albanycapitalcenter.com

This state of the art facility is the perfect backdrop for couples who appreciate clean lines and modern amenities. Located in downtown Albany this one of a kind facility boasts a strong contrast to many historic locations it overlooks. With a main ballroom offering over 25,000 square feet of event space, the Albany Capital Center offers the largest floor plan in Albany for your wedding.

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“What an amazing new venue! And the staff are out of this world!”

“Everyone was so wonderful! All of our guests were blown away with the food, the service, and the location! If you are looking for a smaller venue in the heart of Albany this is a PERFECT spot!”


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“Loved the team you sent us. From the initial set-up to our day of, we were treated like royalty. The food was fantastic and the service was phenomenal. Thank you for treating our event like it was your only event.”

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The Mazzone Catering team travels the Capital Region and beyond, servicing off-premise

weddings in preferred properties, your backyard, and everywhere in between. The Capital Region,

Saratoga, Hudson Valley, the Adirondacks, and more…We go everywhere, and do everything.

The possibilities are endless, allowing you to create the wedding day of your dreams!

Wedding Capacity: it’s all up to you518-583-3003 | mazzonecatering.com

Quiz Score: 38-42 PointsMAZZONE HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE

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WEDDINGS

“We knew right away that this was the perfect venue for our reception. The Hall of Springs is beautiful and full of history. ” - MICHELLE & STEPHEN

RECEPTION VENUE & CATERER Hall of Springs by Mazzone Hospitality (pg. 56)

CEREMONY VENUE St. Mary of the Angels Chapel

CEREMONY MUSIC All Seasons Ensemble

DAY OF COORDINATOR Christine Wheat

SPECIALTY RENTALS / DÉCOR Total Events (Rachel Jenack)

FLORIST On Thai at Surroundings Florist

PHOTOGRAPHER Matt Ramos

VIDEOGRAPHER Josh Candelario with A Moment to Share

DJ DJ Vinny with NonStop Music

HAIR & MAKEUP Make Me Fabulous

WEDDING CAKE Cake Street Sweets (Kayla Renfroe)

CIGAR ROLLER Habana Premium Cigar Shoppe

BRIDE’S DRESS Edgardo Bonilla exclusively at Kleinfeld’s

VEIL & HEADPIECE Kleinfeld’s

BRIDE’S SHOES Jimmy Choo

BRIDE’S EARRINGS Elephants Trunk in Mount Kisco, NY

FORMAL WEAR Men’s Warehouse

RINGS KO Fine Jewelry

TRANSPORTATION Advantage Transportation Group

PROGRAMS, MENUS, PLACE CARDS, WELCOME LETTER Jenny C Design

INVITATIONS Bella Figura in NYC

All Photos by Matt Ramos Photography

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MICHELLE GOUDEY & STEPHEN TERRIOTHE HALL OF SPRINGS OCTOBER 13, 2018

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“I loved how Michelle and Stephen chose not to follow our traditional reception layout and instead decided to do angled head tables with a sweetheart table in the middle. It’s amazing how one small change can completely transform the way the room looks!” - Megan Bell, Event Planner at the Hall of Springs

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“Katelyn and Matt exemplified the love, beauty and grace of such a momentous day!” - Maria DeMartino, Event Planner at the Glen Sanders Mansion

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KATELYN COSPITO & MATTHEW DIBLASIGLEN SANDERS MANSION OCTOBER 7, 2018

“It was important to us that the atmosphere be representative of the beauty, goodness, and thrill of saying ‘I do, forever’ together.” - KATELYN & MATTHEW

CEREMONY / RECEPTION VENUE AND CATERER Glen Sanders Mansion by Mazzone Hospitality (pg. 57)

OFFICIANT Pastor Robert Keparutis

PHOTOGRAPHER Tracey Buyce Photography

VIDEOGRAPHER Al Woodard Films

WEDDING PLANNER Christine A Wheat Special Events Firm

HAIR Namia Salon & Spa

MAKEUP Tori Reed

FLORIST / DESIGNER Renaissance Floral Design

WEDDING CAKE Mazzone Hospitality

DJ NonStop Music

BRIDE’S CUSTOM DRESS Lea-Ann Belter at Something Bleu Bridal

BRIDE’S HEADPIECE Something Bleu Bridal

SEAMSTRESS Irena Garin

FORMAL WEAR The Black Tux

JEWELRY Mayfair Jewelers

INVITATIONS Bella Figura

MIRROR LETTERING Rachel Fraterrigo

All Photos by Tracey Buyce Photography


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“From the personal ceremony to our emotional first dance to the delicious food to a fun and lively dance party... we will be remembering this day for the rest of our lives.” - KATY & PETER

CATERER AND WEDDING CAKE Mazzone Catering (pg. 61)

WEDDING PLANNER Sarah Fichtman, Bisou Weddings and Events

OFFICIANT Joy Burke

VENUE Wedding Barn at Lakota’s Farm

PHOTOGRAPHER Rob Spring Photography

CEREMONY AND COCKTAIL HOUR BAND Silver Arrow Band

RECEPTION DJ Metro Music

FLORIST AND SPECIALTY RENTALS / DÉCOR Renaissance Floral Design

HAIR & MAKEUP Make Me Fabulous

TRANSPORTATION Advantage Transportation

CIGAR ROLLER Alex Waters with Habana Cigars

BRIDE’S DRESS Kleinfeld Bridal

GROOM’S SUIT Hugo Boss

BRIDESMAID’S DRESSES Jenny Yoo

GROOMSMEN SUITS Jim’s Formal Wear

INVITATION AND PROGRAM DESIGN Jenny C Designs

All Photos Rob Spring Photography

KATY KRUSE & PETER KREINMAZZONE CATERING at the WEDDING BARN at LAKOTA’S FARMSEPTEMBER 30, 2018

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“With customized décor and accents, the space transformed into the fairytale reception they had dreamed about for months!” - Amy Schwartz; Off-Premise Event Planner at Mazzone Catering

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LOCATION, LOCATION

Congratulations! Your beau has just proposed and it has only been a week but the family wants to know when and where the wedding is taking place. As a recently engaged lady myself, this can be an overwhelming thought. Does your event take place where your family is located in the New York City area? Can Aunt Becky and Uncle Joey find a hotel room during track season in August? Will Grandma be able to fly into Stewart Airport with the unpredictable northeast winter weather? Although the season and date are important to consider, so is the location of the big day. As an event planner with Mazzone Catering, our goal is to help create a memorable celebration for our clients and guests, no matter the location. We have catered intimate weddings of 60 guests at a private residence in Albany, 200+ in the Adirondack Park and thousands more in between the many exits of the Thruway stretching

from the Hudson Valley to Cooperstown. As one of our “friendors” Dave Bigler passionately said, “People today are limited only by their imaginations! There are so many creative companies out there that can take your ideas and make it a reality.”

When your family hears the term, “Destination Wedding”, they immediately think white sandy beaches and flowing pina coladas. But when you consider the fact that half of all couples get married at least 200 miles from their home, a destination wedding may be closer than you think. To me, your venue should not only be a place that you and your fiancé can envision family pictures to share with your future offspring and fur babies, but also a unique place that you and your guests will remember forever. Who said that creating an unforgettable experience for your guests can’t take place close to home?

Amy Schwartz, Off-Premise Event Planner at Mazzone Catering

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Being in New York State, we are lucky to have so many different and one of a kind regions that are a mere few hours drive in any direction. Do you love the glitz and glam of day’s past and boutique shops? Saratoga Springs is your place! Are you happy throwing your camping gear into the car and communing with nature for the weekend? The Catskills, Adirondack and Berkshire mountains are yours for the exploring. Can you picture yourself antique shopping and eating the freshest of farm to table goodies you can get your hands on? Then come on down to the quaint and intimate cities that pepper the length of the Hudson River. Any of these locations are a perfect opportunity to share a new place with your guests and somewhere that you will all remember forever.

Wedding “destinations” outside major metropolitan areas are bursting at the seams with talent; offering the opportunity to create a unique experience for your guests.

From photographers, florists and design companies to Airbnb rentals and converted historic Great Camps, you can create a wedding unlike any other your guests have attended. All the while, helping support local communities and economies by having 150 of your closest family and friends take over every hotel, restaurant and attraction within a 20+ mile radius.

With so many decisions to make as part of wedding planning, choosing your venue might be one of the hardest. You have to strike the perfect balance; finding a place you love to celebrate with the family and friends you adore. A wedding is a one of a kind and unique celebration, just like our couples. No matter where you choose, our team can deliver the difference for you!

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FROM OUR PLANNERS

Want some insider advice? We sat down with some of our Event Planners, Andrea Cole, Amanda Dembroski, and Amanda Trackey and our Director of Sales and Marketing Cassie Burd to get their top tips and trends.

1 KNOW YOUR STYLE

Pull together photos, lists, color palettes, fabrics, etc. that relay your wedding style. Don’t forget to keep a list of things you don’t want as well. From here, your planner can suggest vendors that will bring your dream to reality!

2 DO YOUR HOMEWORK

When scheduling meetings with vendors ask what details you will be discussing so you can come prepared. Prior to meeting, make a list of questions and ideas. For example, before your menu meeting, make note of your favorite item and ask if you can have a little extra!

3GET CREATIVE WITH YOUR BUDGET

Think about an “off-season” wedding. Many vendors offer discounted prices allowing you to spend where you are more comfortable spending and maybe even splurge on an upgrade where it counts most!

4 STICK TO YOUR TIMELINE

We know sticking to a timeline is very important so make sure you share the details with all your vendors ahead of time. Let them take the reigns and keep the day on track, while you dine and dance the night away!

5 DON’T BE LEFT AT THE ALTAR...OR

THE VENUEThink about how you and your fiancé want to get to and from the Big Day. Whether a classic car, limo or boat - get creative and be sure it fits your style!

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1 MIX & MATCH

From place settings to centerpieces, bridesmaids to groomsmen - include a variety of colors, patterns or textures to create a look that’s all your own.

2 TWICE AS NICE

Customize your printed menus with guests’ names. They’ll play a dual role and act as place cards too.

3TO TECH OR NOT TO TECH

Love the latest tech? Book a photographer that uses drones to capture one-of-a-kind images of the day. ...But don’t forget to have your guests “unplug” for the ceremony and make it a cell-free zone!

4 FIRST IMPRESSIONS

Your invitations set the tone. Find a vendor that creates hand-illustrated invitations, maps and more to share your love story in a personalized way.

5 KEEPIN’ IT CLASSY

Traditional style is back with a modern twist. Clean lines, simple silhouettes, and lace accents - these timeless fashions apply to everything from dresses to decor in 2019.

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OF THE TRADE

[Don’t] forget the value of personal service…seek out the help of someone who is a qualified specialist and someone who cares.”

- Anthony ‘Tony’ Commisso (Tuxego)

Find the right [vendor] that really matches your personality, make sure you like what they create and then lock them in and move onto the next decision. Most important; have fun, this should be fun!”

- Dave Bigler (Dave Bigler Photos & Films)

Be in the ballroom/reception room as much as possible. Most importantly, dance at your wedding! If you are on the dance floor your guests will be too!”

- Dj Mike Reilly Entertainment Choose decor that

reflects your personality - take the time to have your florist get to know you and communicate, communicate, communicate!”

- Michelle Dischiavo (Intuition Events)

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