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Mike & Alissa

August 29, 2009

Castle Farms

Queen's Tavern Ceremony & West Garden Room Reception

Alissa & Mike graduated from the same school but had never dated until years later. At a mutual friend’s party they started talking and never looked back. Alissa had asked Mike not to propose on a holiday, so Mike waited until February 15^th to pop the question. Their wedding bands have great sentimental value-Alissa’s wedding band was worn by both her mother and grandmother, and Mike’s wedding band was his great-grandfather’s.

A flurry of wedding planning ensued, but one part was already decided-the location. As Charlevoix natives, Michael and Alissa loved the Castle. Alissa works at Castle Farms as an Inquiry Coordinator and had fallen in love with the King’s West Garden Room for the reception. The ceremony was scheduled for the West Courtyard but the weather didn’t cooperate so it was moved indoors to the Queen’s Tavern.

“I was bummed because the flowers in the courtyard were so beautiful, but I knew the Queen’s Tavern would be a great substitute and we loved how the room looked set-up for our ceremony,” Alissa said. Alissa was walked down the aisle by her 3 uncles, each one taking her 1/3 of the way. The couple used a wine ceremony to honor their parents and blend their families together. Guests loved the Queen’s Tavern atmosphere and authentic masonry. After the intimate ceremony the bridal party took photos in the Butterfly Garden, Queen’s Courtyard, and Knight’s Courtyard.

During the reception guests dined at food stations and enjoyed a tasty cake, both by Sayre’s Catering. The weather cleared and they were able to mingle in the attached West Courtyard. “The Castle and it’s great staff made my wedding everything I could have hoped for,” said Alissa. “Janelle, my coordinator, took great care of me and was always on the look-out for the little details. She was also my florist, and I couldn’t have been happier with the bouquets and centerpieces. We are so glad that we had our wedding at a location that is so important to us, surrounded by great friends and family.”

Photos provided by Lauren Pethers Photography

July 28 - 29, 2012 - Fiber Arts Festival More than 50 vendors will be at Castle Farms displaying their wares during the Fiber Arts Festival July 28-29, 2012. Live animals, such as sheep and alpaca, and interactive demonstrations including sheep dogs at work and sheep-shearing presentations, provide hours of enjoyment, as well as being educational. The Fiber Fashion Show, featuring handmade items such as hats, sweaters and lace shawls, highlights the Festival and is great fun for all. The Fiber Arts Festival - a perfect way to celebrate nature’s bounty while enjoying the natural beauty of Castle Farms.	October 24 - 31, 2012 - Antique Dress & Quilt Display Visit Castle Farm’s Wedding Attire From Across the Decades, on display October 24th - 31th. This fascinating glimpse of antique bridal gowns and grooms’ attire kicks off the celebration of the Castle’s 8th Annual Grand Bridal Expo, Sunday, October 28th, 2012.
September 1 - 2, 2012 - Royal Craft Show Castle Farms proudly heralds the annual Royal Craft Show, September 1-2, 2012. This annual event held during Labor Day Weekend, is set amidst the majesty of the magnificent stone buildings and sweeping gardens of Castle Farms, and features displays from the finest of Northern Michigan crafters. One of Michigan’s most prestigious craft shows, the Royal Craft Show is a spectacular celebration of unique arts and crafts, and offers something for young and old alike.	October 28, 2012 - Grand Bridal Expo Castle Farms is honored to host its 8th Annual Grand Bridal Expo on October 28, 2011. This eagerly-anticipated annual event features displays by only the finest in wedding service providers Northern Michigan has to offer, and brides are certain to find that special something to help make all those wedding day dreams come true.. The Grand Finale Fashion Show showcases the latest in bridal fashions. Visit the Grand Bridal Expo at Castle Farms, where timeless elegance and surprisingly affordable weddings join together to create the perfect happily-ever-after.

July 28 - 29, 2012 - Fiber Arts Festival

More than 50 vendors will be at Castle Farms displaying their wares during the Fiber Arts Festival July 28-29, 2012. Live animals, such as sheep and alpaca, and interactive demonstrations including sheep dogs at work and sheep-shearing presentations, provide hours of enjoyment, as well as being educational. The Fiber Fashion Show, featuring handmade items such as hats, sweaters and lace shawls, highlights the Festival and is great fun for all. The Fiber Arts Festival - a perfect way to celebrate nature’s bounty while enjoying the natural beauty of Castle Farms.

October 24 - 31, 2012 - Antique Dress & Quilt Display

Visit Castle Farm’s Wedding Attire From Across the Decades, on display October 24th - 31th. This fascinating glimpse of antique bridal gowns and grooms’ attire kicks off the celebration of the Castle’s 8th Annual Grand Bridal Expo, Sunday, October 28th, 2012.

September 1 - 2, 2012 - Royal Craft Show

Castle Farms proudly heralds the annual Royal Craft Show, September 1-2, 2012. This annual event held during Labor Day Weekend, is set amidst the majesty of the magnificent stone buildings and sweeping gardens of Castle Farms, and features displays from the finest of Northern Michigan crafters. One of Michigan’s most prestigious craft shows, the Royal Craft Show is a spectacular celebration of unique arts and crafts, and offers something for young and old alike.

October 28, 2012 - Grand Bridal Expo

Castle Farms is honored to host its 8th Annual Grand Bridal Expo on October 28, 2011. This eagerly-anticipated annual event features displays by only the finest in wedding service providers Northern Michigan has to offer, and brides are certain to find that special something to help make all those wedding day dreams come true.. The Grand Finale Fashion Show showcases the latest in bridal fashions. Visit the Grand Bridal Expo at Castle Farms, where timeless elegance and surprisingly affordable weddings join together to create the perfect happily-ever-after.