  Jfried Member Username: Jfried Post Number: 877 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 209.131.7.190 |
So....I just got engaged a few weeks ago. Does anyone have any ideas for a truly unique place (no DYC, DAC, Whitney, etc) to have the engagement party? This will just be close family and the wedding party - probably around 30 people. I was thinking the Guarding Building but I don't know if they can do alcohol, and I don't know if my family would be down for the veggie food. It will probably be in late November. I'd really appreciate any ideas. Thanks! | ||
Crew Member Username: Crew Post Number: 1007 Registered: 02-2004 Posted From: 146.9.52.65 |
Inn on Ferry Street Masonic Temple The Max | ||
Itsjeff Member Username: Itsjeff Post Number: 6615 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 208.27.111.125 |
One of the nicest wedding receptions I've ever attended was in the Guardian Building. And there was plenty of liquor. | ||
Itsjeff Member Username: Itsjeff Post Number: 6616 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 208.27.111.125 |
And congrats, Jfried! | ||
Susanarosa Member Username: Susanarosa Post Number: 1070 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 208.39.170.78 |
The deck on top of They Say at Jos. Campau and Franklin. | ||
Jt1 Member Username: Jt1 Post Number: 7733 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 198.208.159.19 |
jfried - Congrats. Can you shoot me an e-mail: jt1_detroit@yahoo.com Are you looking for bar/restaurant type places or more of a unique space. | ||
Xd_brklyn Member Username: Xd_brklyn Post Number: 176 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 66.88.89.94 |
Had an impromptu engagement party at the Dakota Inn Rathskeller for about 20 people. A good time for all. Give it high marks if you're looking for something more informal. | ||
Bvos Member Username: Bvos Post Number: 1823 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 134.215.223.211 |
Sorry to hear..., oops I mean Congrats Jfried! You're not stuck with the veggie place at the Guardian. The Rowland Cafe is available and you'd probably be able get an outside caterer if you wanted. Most restaurants/bars that already have a liquor license are able to provide bar service as a caterer through their existing liquor license. That might be one way to approach the liquor issue. Here's some other ideas from a wedding issue of Model D: http://www.modeldmedia.com/fea tures/wedding42.aspx You might check into the Conservatory on Belle Isle. Due to renovations they may or may not be available in November. The Main Branch Library has some very cool rooms that might be available as does the DIA. The McGregor Conference Center on WSU's campus is very cool if you like Modernism. The Fisher Building might also be a possibility. Some very cool nooks and cranny's there. I second Crew's ideas of the Masonic Temple (a multitude of possibilities there) and the Max. | ||
Bob Member Username: Bob Post Number: 1072 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 205.188.116.137 |
Yes, the Masonic Temple has rooms that fit every size a group may wish for. | ||
Itsjeff Member Username: Itsjeff Post Number: 6618 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 208.27.111.125 |
Cliff Bell's. That way you'll be sure to keep Quinn from crashing. | ||
Quinn Member Username: Quinn Post Number: 851 Registered: 01-2005 Posted From: 64.139.64.80 |
I hate you jeff. | ||
Itsjeff Member Username: Itsjeff Post Number: 6619 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 208.27.111.125 |
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Quinn Member Username: Quinn Post Number: 852 Registered: 01-2005 Posted From: 64.139.64.80 |
I agree with the guardian building. Also, I've been to an engagement party (that was a surprise) at the Ferry Street Inns...he rented a whole house. It was really quite wonderful! | ||
Jfried Member Username: Jfried Post Number: 878 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 209.131.7.190 |
Thanks again for all the great ideas! Here is my initial list from when we were trying to decide on a location for the reception: W. Locations The Henry Ford Village/Museum Henry Ford Estate – Dearborn Edsel Ford Estate DYC DAC DIA Detroit Club Dearborn Inn Sacred Heart Seminary Belle Isle – Casino/Conservatory Royal Park Hotel Inn on Ferry Street Opera House Atheneum Suite Hotel Gem Theater Music Hall Fox Theater Masonic Whitney Mount Clemens Art Center La Dolce Vida The Townsend Book-Cadillac Omni Riverplace Ritz-Carlton Dearborn Guardian Building Gallery Science Center Scarab Club St. John’s The Detroit Zoo Rattlesnake The Renaissance Club Max M. Fisher Music Center Cranbrook | ||
Jt1 Member Username: Jt1 Post Number: 7740 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 198.208.159.19 |
May want to try to go with a reception that is near a hotel. You don't want to feel guilty if a guest leaves drunk and gets arrested or in an accident. FYI - You have another e-mail coming from me. | ||
Rjlj Member Username: Rjlj Post Number: 111 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 63.171.81.130 |
Don't you have to be a member in order to have a reception at some of these places, such as: DYC DAC Detroit Club And was this one a joke? It would be interesting none the less. Book-Cadillac | ||
Jams Member Username: Jams Post Number: 3622 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 68.73.4.135 |
Looking at your list of potentials.......need a bartender? | ||
Everydayislikesunday Member Username: Everydayislikesunday Post Number: 250 Registered: 12-2004 Posted From: 66.178.207.98 |
The Scarab Club is available for rent, also. The garden would be nice, but Im guessing it would be a little cold in November. They rent both levels...I have seen the main gallery turned into an engagement party setting and it was quite nice. | ||
Nainrouge Member Username: Nainrouge Post Number: 57 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 209.104.146.146 |
We had an event at the Science Center and there was also some sort of wedding or reception going on at the same time. I think that would be a cool place to have a party. | ||
Viziondetroit Member Username: Viziondetroit Post Number: 703 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 65.42.23.2 |
Charles H Wright Museum.. http://maah-detroit.org/facili ty_rental/facilityrental.html | ||
Quinn Member Username: Quinn Post Number: 855 Registered: 01-2005 Posted From: 64.139.64.80 |
Ah scarab club...great idea Everyday...I second that. | ||
Mani Member Username: Mani Post Number: 102 Registered: 07-2006 Posted From: 68.60.182.26 |
There is a great vacant lot on second and cass, a party store near by, a church on the opposite corner, some chicken up the block. Lot's of homeless and some hookers to liven up your wedding party. Congrats! Scarab club... too fancy. | ||
Mani Member Username: Mani Post Number: 103 Registered: 07-2006 Posted From: 68.60.182.26 |
but seriously, it should be a place that has a special meaning to you and your significant other, not just because it is cool or location. is there someplace in detroit that is really special or symbolic for both of you? go with that. | ||
Bussey Member Username: Bussey Post Number: 206 Registered: 12-2003 Posted From: 141.217.175.72 |
I got married at Campus Martius but, an engagement party might go well at the park as well.... | ||
Thecarl Member Username: Thecarl Post Number: 922 Registered: 04-2005 Posted From: 69.14.30.175 |
wow, am i the first person to suggest the gar??? | ||
Thecarl Member Username: Thecarl Post Number: 923 Registered: 04-2005 Posted From: 69.14.30.175 |
OH - la dolce vita will certainly score high if you're looking for the "unique" factor... | ||
Bearinabox Member Username: Bearinabox Post Number: 34 Registered: 04-2006 Posted From: 69.208.122.27 |
Mani, what is this strange parallel universe in which Second and Cass cross? | ||
Bvos Member Username: Bvos Post Number: 1827 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 70.228.57.79 |
For something truly uniquely Detoit you could have a reception at the 555 Gallery or the 4731 Building. Both very cool places and you would likely have the run of the place. http://www.555arts.org/ http://www.4731.com/ | ||
Lakesuperior Member Username: Lakesuperior Post Number: 128 Registered: 06-2005 Posted From: 68.77.170.94 |
the greek lobby (aka paradise cafe) at the max m. fisher would be a great place for an engagement party. my friend had her reception there recently and it was very cool... | ||
Detroitplanner Member Username: Detroitplanner Post Number: 110 Registered: 04-2006 Posted From: 63.85.13.248 |
I can set up a folding table and chairs in my garage for you and put a port-a-potty in the driveway. Thats unique as no one has ever had an engagement party in my garage before. Would your family like Faygo? | ||
Fnemecek Member Username: Fnemecek Post Number: 1833 Registered: 12-2004 Posted From: 69.212.60.164 |
That would depend on when the wedding is. | ||
Digitaldom Member Username: Digitaldom Post Number: 487 Registered: 08-2004 Posted From: 24.192.148.150 |
Detroit Beer Company.. My buddy had his there.. Pretty nice location next to the Opera House.. Good food too! |
