Bridal showers are a fun way for friends to get together with the bride and celebrate the upcoming wedding. Bridal showers are also where the bride gets gifts! If you're planning a bridal shower, you'll find local services and venues here:http://birmingham.perfectweddingguide.com/all//wedding-celebrations/bridal-showers//We can serve you at your home, office, or virtually any site you choose. We can accommodate groups from 50 to more than 500. Culinard Special Events Manages:Historic Donnelly House www.historicdonnellyhouse.comBallantrae Golf Course www.ballantraegolf.comThe Venue @ Culinard www.culinardcatering.comThe Bakery @ Culinard www.bakeryatculinard.comGas Light House www.gaslighthouse.comPelham Civic Complex www.pelhamciviccomplex.comhttp://birmingham.perfectweddingguide.com/all/cakes-catering/caterers/culinard-special-events-donnelly-house-ballantrae/26804/ The Sonnet House was originally built in 1924. 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Hosting over 100 events each year, the staff and vendors at Gabrella Manor have experience and knowledge to make Gabrella Manor truly "Birmingham’s BEST location for celebration."8912 Fourth Avenue South Birmingham, Alabama 35206full-time staff on-site catering and floral services additional services from Birmingham’s best event vendorstotal coordination and planning comfortable with up to 300 guests, suitable for the intimacy of just a fewfully licensed and insuredPlease do not hesitate to contact us, if you would like additional information, have questions, or would like to check the availability of a particular date or time.gabrella@bellsouth.net(205) 833-9754 NEXT GRAND OPEN HOUSE!January 2008images compliments of As You Like It Photographyflowers and decor by Gabrella Manor’s Floral Department http://birmingham.perfectweddingguide.com/all/wedding-celebrations/wedding-reception-venues/gabrella-manor/26090/Pastry Art Cakes is located in the heart of Homewood, Alabama and has been serving the highest quality in creative baked goods for the past 10 years. 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Hyatt Place Hoover is ideally located for shopping at the adjacent Patton Creek Mall or at the Riverchase Galleria, Alabama’s largest shopping mall. A wide selection of restaurants, movie theaters, and other shopping and entertainment facilities are also minutes away. The Hyatt Place Hoover features: spacious guestrooms each with the Hyatt Grand Bed™, a 42" flat panel HDTV, complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, 24/7 Guest Kitchen serves made-to-order snacks and entrees, intimate Bakery Café serves Starbucks® specialty coffees and premium beers and wines, and a business center with complimentary computers. Please call the hotel Sales Department to find out about our Special Wedding Discounts. http://birmingham.perfectweddingguide.com/all/wedding-celebrations/wedding-reception-venues/hyatt-place-hoover/29246/Everything Iz encompasses all areas of the growing business including Iz Catering, a full service catering department & Iz the Place, the new event space.Our experienced staff, most of whom have been with Cafe Iz since conception, are committed to giving the best possible service making each event one to remember. Each of our knowledgeable staff of design, culinary, and service professionals are dedicated to excellence and ensure that your event is executed flawlessly. 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Call us today to reserve a room block for your special day!http://birmingham.perfectweddingguide.com/all/honeymoon-travel/hotels/residence-inn-by-marriott/29713/TurnBrooke Manor is an established venue for weddings and we invite you to visit our facility and see the reasons why you would want us to host your special day. We offer several breathtaking views of the mountains beyond but most couples opt to use the 16 foot octagonal gazebo which overlooks a large lake with Double Oak Mountain as a backdrop. A magnificent, finely wrought covered porch wraps around this impressive Victorian estate home located on 80 acres. The gracious two-story foyer provides a direct view into the great room. To the left of the foyer is a library and to the right is a dramatic, octagonal-shaped dining room.A luxurious master suite is located on the first floor and opens to the front and rear covered porches. This suite serves as the Bridal suite which contains a through-fireplace, sitting room and dressing room, which includes two separate vanities.The Groom and groomsmen can enjoy a three room suite located on the second floor with a restful lounge overlooking the patio and pool area.We hope TurnBrooke Manor will be the facility for a perfect beginning for you and your spouse to be.http://birmingham.perfectweddingguide.com/all/wedding-celebrations/wedding-reception-venues/turnbrooke-manor/29273/When you wander through the expansive, rustic dining area at Oxmoor Valley, you’ll probably wonder if all golf courses are like this. They’re not. This place boasts a charm all it’s own.Maybe your rehearsal dinner will be a cozy, intimate affair with family and special friends. Or maybe the guest list tops 200...all of whom plan to attend. To accommodate both scenarios, Oxmoor Valley offers a range of brands but only one brand of service: the very best. Our special event spaces are located on one of the world’s most renowned golf courses. Our service is affordable but no less accommodating.We look forward to showing you our facility and talking with you about your specific ideas and how we can work with you to make your event truly unforgettable. To schedule a brief tour or with questions, please contact Scott Glidewell at 205-769-1340 or Allison Nichols at 205-769-1308http://birmingham.perfectweddingguide.com/all/wedding-celebrations/parties/bachelor/robert-trent-jones-golf-trail-oxmoor-valley/28897/http://birmingham.perfectweddingguide.com/all/wedding-celebrations/wedding-reception-venues/cobb-lane-carriage-house/29339/If your dream of a perfect wedding includes elegant surroundings, impeccable service and fabulous food, The Harbert Center is the place for you. Built of Italian granite with mahogany accents, we offer a unique, sophisticated setting. And our spiral staircase is a favorite spot for tossing the bridal bouquet. 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