Windrose Conference & Meeting Center prices will be going up on March 1, 2012.  Get in on a great opportunity right now to save some money!  Whether it be a wedding, event, corporate meeting/retreat, you can save some significant money by booking now, prior to March 1, and have the event anytime in the future.  Book as many meetings as you want, have that perfect, more intimate wedding you always wanted, and you will receive a sizeable discount, as long as you book the reservation prior to March 1, 2012.  Go to www.windrosecenter.com or call Lynn at 503-701-7273 for more information or to book your event.

Windrose Conference Center Building

Windrose Conference Center Patio

About Windrose Conference & Meeting Center

Located just 25 miles from Portland or Salem in the heart of Oregon wine country, Windrose has gorgeous facilities and would be a perfect setting for your business meeting or smaller and more intimate wedding. It has a European flair with a touch of wine country flavor.

Outside boasts a large brick courtyard surrounded by flowers that can seat 70 people and is perfect for weddings, receptions, wine and hors d’oeuvre functions. The smaller courtyard has a water fountain and can be used as the bar area or for socializing. The back lawn area overlooks the canyon and creek and the ceremony site has an arbor on Italian stamped concrete. Inside has the feel of an old English library, with 2 fireplaces, kitchenette, reception area, and meeting space for up to 50 people. Windrose has an exclusive use policy, which means they cater to only one group at a time and you have use of the entire facility and grounds.

Windrose is available for weddings any day of the week and bookings are confirmed with a deposit and signed agreement. Ample free parking is provided. Tours are encouraged so you can see all that Windrose has to offer.

BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY AT PURE SPACE & RECEIVE FREE HOLIDAY EVENT RENTALS & DECOR

An Urban Winter Wonderland Awaits On The Pure Space Mezzanine…

$1,500 HOLIDAY PACKAGE

3,000 Square Foot Urban Venue
Pre-Set Holiday Decor
Tables, Chairs & Linens For Up To 200 Guests
Perfect for cocktail receptions. Contact us for larger parties.
Food & Beverage package available, or let us suggest one of our favorite caterers.
Offer available through 1/15/2012.

RESERVATIONS:
info@purespaceportland.com
503.294.0412
www.purespaceportland.com

Pure Space Holiday Package

Join The Portland Wedding Lounge Wednesday, October 26th from 6:30 – 8 pm, for a very unique open house. This time around attention will be focused on all of those lucky grooms.  My Bartender will be serving their delicious, signature Northwest Manhattans and catering will be provided by the exceptional Heathman Restaurant and Bar, a French inspired cuisine utilizing local and seasonal ingredients.

Grooms by Aj's - The Art of Joy

Wendy, of Flowers by Wendy will be showing a variety of boutineers, while Magnifique Boutique will be presenting the latest tuxedo styles.  The Lounge looks forward to having the Wedding Cottage back to display grooms and groomsmen gifts. They will also welcome Jeff Trinci, a special guest from the Groomslist who will be on hand to chat with all of the grooms. Ed Ryan, of Portland Cigar Company will also be in attendance showing his unique engraved cigars. Last, but certainly not lease, The Lounge  players will wrap up the evening with a raffle, giving away several fun door prizes. So grooms grab your brides, or vise versa, and come enjoy a lovely evening at the Wedding Lounge. REGISTER HERE

Central Oregon is geographically mesmerizing with the Cascade Range to the west and the Deschutes River flowing through it, making it a wildly popular destination for a wedding. Being centrally located also makes the region more arid than northern cities like Portland, giving a wider time frame for wedding season. Surrounded by lush forests, Central Oregon is a visually rich location and offers great amenities for a wedding.

Because of its vast flora, Central Oregon is home to several beautiful resorts that have become prime locations for weddings and events. Pronghorn Golf Club in Bend is especially fantastic for a larger wedding, boasting a 500-person capacity lawn, comfortable and luxurious lodging and free shuttle to Bend and RDM airport for any guests that may be flying in for your wedding. Although the Pronghorn Gold Club has exceptional spaces for larger weddings, it still offers intimate and cozy selections for smaller ceremonies. They also offer several wedding packages with an impressive selection of food and drink for a wide range of budgets.

A gentle sunset highlights how beautiful the Pronghorn Club & Resort is

Five Pines Spa and Resort is also a beautiful location for a bride and groom looking for something with in the heart of nature while still providing upscale amenities. Voted “Runner Up” for Best Conference Venue in Oregon by NW Meetings & Events, Five Pines offers 32 lodging and cabins as well as a number of rooms that offer an array of capacities. Surrounded by Ponderosa Pines, the facility itself resembles a beautiful log cabin and with its Shibui Spa, featuring services from massages to facials, a bride and groom can have complete relaxation before their big day.

Five Pines draws its name from the large pine forest its nestled in

Choosing a wedding venue can be daunting, even overwhelming but is there anything more crucial than the dress? Of course not. Just like your partner, choosing the perfect match takes thought and time. Bella Brides in Bend understands this and strives to make the experience personable and fun. The one-size-fits-all cliché is never present here instead they offer a wide selection of designs, fabrics and fits that allows a bride to feel unique and special. Not to be overlooked, the groomsman and bridesmaids also have plenty of options from top designers. Bella Brides also offers 10 percent off accessories, bridesmaids dresses and tuxedos when you purchase your wedding gown from them. Even better, if you buy all your bridesmaids dresses and rent tuxedos for your entire party you receive 10 percent off.

Bella Brides in Bend features affordable elegant designer gowns for every type of bride

So you’ve decided on the perfect location and wedding gown but what about a photographer? With so many out there, choosing a photographer can be an added stress if you’re not familiar with the area. Stotts Shots Photography widely recognized as a premiere choice for couples looking to capture one of the happiest days of their lives. They have been awarded Winning Image at the Wedding Portrait Photographers  Convention in Las Vegas as well  as having one of their weddings featured in Oregon Bride Magazine. Stotts Shots photography consists of a husband and wife who are inspired by love and dedicated to capturing all of its moments.

One of the many breathtaking pictures by Stotts Shots Photography

Located in the heart of Salem next door to the Salem Conference Center is the Grand Hotel Salem. They have over 193 guest rooms available. The Board Room offers 1200 sq. ft. available for up to 75 people theater style. The hotel also has the Marion room available after 12pm everyday for up to 75 people. The adjoining Salem Conference Center offers 29,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. They have 143 Deluxe rooms available with separate living and sleeping areas. The offer 10 Grand Suites, some with fireplaces and jacuzzis. There are also smaller suites available. Contact the hotel at 877.540.8700 to make your reservations or plan your next event.

Bentley’s Grill is the exclusive caterer for the hotel and also has private dining space for up to 80 people. They offer plated dinners, buffets or food for breaks.

Are you looking for a great place to have your wedding that feels like it is far away from the city, but really isn’t? Check out Alderbrook Resort & Spa located in Union, Washington. Alderbrook Resort has everything you need to make your wedding feel special.  A formal ceremony on the terrace or a casual beachfront event followed by a barbeque of fresh local seafood, they can make it happen. Wedding  packages include full tableware, buffet and table linens, skirting and napkins, a dance floor and hosted bar. Alderbrook also features elopement packages if you are looking for something simple and beautiful.

Alderbrook also offers many amenities available to guests, a full-service spa, golf, hiking trails, a marina, restaurant and bar, pool and so much more.  Check out their website at http://www.alderbrookresort.com to see everything available.

Dinner cruises are also available on Lady Alderbrook.  Accommodating up to 90 guests, and featuring a full bar, The Lady is a truly awesome way to explore the beauty of the glacier-carved Hood Canal while enjoying a leisurely dinner and drinks.

The sun is finally out and the days are longer. Looking for something to do outside? Check out Portland Spirit River Cruises. They offer cruises on the Willamette River and the Columbia River departing from downtown Portland and you can do a lunch, dinner or brunch cruise with fresh Northwest cuisine. You can also step aboard the Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler from Cascade Locks.

 Friday evenings are the perfect time to cruise on the river and listen to sounds from kink.fm. They have a summer concert series beginning in July. Check out the website for more information and to sign-up.

They have several different boats available for private events and weddings. You can see the options on the website or schedule a tour!

What a great way to spend a sunny day or evening.

Located in the heart of Hood River is the historic Columbia Gorge Hotel. The Benson Ballroom offers 4,000 sq. ft. of reception space with access to the outdoors and the 208′ waterfall. The Falls Room is at the end of the dining room and offers 660 sq. ft. of space for intimate dinners. The Pointe Lawn and West Lawn offer outdoor space for up to 200 people with beautiful views.

Next door to the hotel is Columbia Cliff Villas,  a 28 unit luxury hotel and condominium near Portland in Hood River, Oregon. The hotel is ideal for a wedding venue, meeting, event or conference space, or a romantic honeymoon. The hotel and condominium rooms range from 1 to 3 bedrooms with lockout doors, optimal for accommodating families and large groups. Each spacious villa combines old-world boutique hotel charm and craftsmanship with beautiful exquisite furnishings and gourmet kitchens.

 Have you always wanted to hold an event at a winery? Check out Cathedral Ridge Winery. Cathedral Ridge Winery is the perfect setting for your outdoor wedding and reception. Nestled in a beautiful vineyard with stunning views of Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams, the winery offers the perfect weatherproof location for up to 200 guests. They will also provide wine for your event at another location!
  Maryhill Winery located in Goldendale, Washington offers breathtaking views as the backdrop for an event or wedding. They offer several spaces; the recreation and pavillion area, Columbia River Gorge Bluff Ceremony site, ampitheater and stage area, grape covered arbor or the large cement dance area.

Maryhill Winery also offers custom bottles of wine with personalized event labels.

 Wind River Cellars offers a magnificent view and charming facilities for your next wedding or event. They can can accommodate up to 200 guests and offer an area for ceremonies as well as a reception area for eating, dancing and enjoying the evening view. The Vineyard Garden is the wedding ceremony site, surrounded by twenty five-year-old vineyard with a spectacular view of the Columbia Gorge and Mt. Hood. They offer a reception site just a few yards from the vineyard site at the winery facility. A large deck and patio area serve as the perfect area for hors d’oeurves, wine, dinner and dancing.

 Gorge-ous Weddings at WindMountain Ranch has stunning views that can’t be beat. Located in Stevenson, Washington this private residence offers a spacious outdoor site or a large tent for indoor receptions.  Wind Mountain Ranch House offers scenic views of the Gorge and accommodates up to 10 guests, making it ideal for retreats and small groups.

Are you looking for place to hold your wedding or event that seems like it is out of city, but is not a far drive? Check out the Columbia River Gorge where there are venues that will fit any type of personality and event. On the North side of Mt Hood you will find Cooper Spur Resort. You can find intimate settings with beautiful views of Mt. Hood, Mt. Adams and Mt. Rainer. Cooper Spur offers onsite catering as part of their packages. Cabins, lodge rooms, condos and a log home are available for your choice of accomodations.

 Voted one of America’s top 100 day spas, Bonneville Hot Springs Resort offers open, airy meeting rooms filled with natural light and fully wired with high-speed Internet access. Their creative caterers can design tantalizing coffee breaks or banquet dinners. Arrange for team-building outings such as whitewater rafting, rock climbing, or a round of golf. Treat clients and colleagues to a long overdue escape from boring Portland meeting space. Bonneville Resort offers 1500 sq. ft. of meeting space and an outdoor terrace perfect for cocktail parties or dinners. 

 Bigfoot-Lodge is a one of a kind custom built hand crafted log lodge with million dollar    views of Mt.Hood and the Hood River Valley from every room. It is situated on 63 acres in the forest with all kinds of wildlife. Bigfoot-Lodge has become a preferred stay in the gorge by many executives/groups vacationing, sponsoring events, receptions, family reunions, retreats, business meetings, and more. It is close to the Hood River marina/beach, hatchery, stores, restaurants, lakes, golf, skiing, wineries, breweries, museums, sightseeing, and all the other fantastic fun in one of the worlds premiere playgrounds right hear in the Columbia River Gorge.

 The Gorge White House is an elegant casual setting in the heart of the Hood River Valley  with commanding views of Mt Hood, Mt Adams and the valley’s east hills. Located just 4 miles south of Hood River on the Mt Hood Scenic Byway, The Gorge White House is a historic home on a century old working farm. 

Their 100 year old home serves as the tasting room and is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. It is impeccably restored to its original grandeur. The patio gardens provide a beautiful, fragrant setting.  Guests will have use of all of the facilities including the farm stand, gardens, fields, patio and tasting room.

 Stonehedge Gardens offers beautiful terraces for weddings and events that are flexible for all sizes of events. The grotto offers a waterfall, 10,000 feet of grass, a wedding stage in stone with tuscan pillars and a reception terrace. The new bridal cottage tucked away in the wooded area offers a great place to relax before the ceremony. Stonehedge also offers full-service catering for any size of event.

Check out the Columbia River Gorge Visitors Association for more information on these venues and everything that the beautiful gorge has to offer visitors.

 Check back tomorrow to learn about more great venues in the Columbia Gorge Area!

Stunning river views in the heart of Lake Oswego. Located minutes from downtown Portland yet surrounded by nature, this newly renovated private riverfront site provides an elegant and unique venue for weddings and events, from intimate gatherings to large receptions. Featuring timeless architecture and dramatic vaulted ceilings, garden patios, riverside hardwood decks and unobstructed views of the Willamette River, The Foundry offers a variety of options for a spectacular event any time of year. 

They are currently offering $500 off any 2011 event booked by the end of June. Contact The Foundry at 503. 387.5250 or info@TheFoundryLakeOswego.com for more information.

Features:

• Up to 300 guests
• Flexible indoor/outdoor space
• Dance floor
• High-Fidelity PA System
• Off-street parking