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<strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong><br />

Gather. Celebrate. In Elegance.


Welcome<br />

Nestled in the gateway to New England in Western Connecticut, stands<br />

Danbury’s Landmark Boutique <strong>Hotel</strong>.<br />

Since 1974, <strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong> has honored guests with the unique<br />

combination of warm hospitality, elegance, and legendary comfort & style<br />

of <strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> Home Interiors. 193 spacious suites, <strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> supreme<br />

comfort bedding, Gilchrist & Soames bath amenities and soothing<br />

ambience create a relaxing and cozy escape throughout the year. A<br />

culinary dining experience awaits you in our award-winning restaurant<br />

or relax with casual fare in our lounge.<br />

Whether you’re here on business or pleasure, we provide modern<br />

amenities and services of a full service hotel, while delivering intimate<br />

luxury & comfort of a home-like atmosphere – a genuine escape from<br />

the ordinary.<br />

Meetings ~ Weddings ~ Events<br />

142 DON'T HAVE!!<br />

21 Lake Avenue Extension | Danbury, CT 06811<br />

203.744.1776 | Sales: 203.744.1776 ext. 316<br />

www.ethanallenhotel.com


Work. Meet. In Comfort Relax. Refresh. In Style<br />

Photos Courtesy of: Aurora Photography<br />

Gather. Celebrate. In Elegance.<br />

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Wedding Packages<br />

Silver Wedding Package<br />

Cocktail Hour ~ Harvest Display ~ Selection of Six Standard Passed Hors d’oeuvres<br />

5 Hour Deluxe Open Bar ~ Champagne Toast ~ Appetizer<br />

Salad ~ Pre-Selected Choice of Two Entrées and One Vegetarian ~ Wedding Cake<br />

Gold Wedding Package<br />

Cocktail Hour ~ Harvest Display ~ Selection of Four Standard and Four Premium Passed Hors d’oeuvres<br />

5 Hour Deluxe Open Bar ~ Champagne Toast<br />

Appetizer ~ Salad ~ Pre-Selected Choice of Two Entrées and One Vegetarian<br />

Butlered House Wine Service throughout Dinner ~ Wedding Cake<br />

Platinum Wedding Package<br />

Cocktail Hour ~ Harvest Display ~ Selection of Five Standard and Five Premium Passed Hors d’oeuvres<br />

Martini Bar including a Personalized Signature Martini ~ 5 Hour Deluxe Open Bar<br />

Champagne Toast ~ Appetizer ~ Salad ~ Pre-Selected Choice of Three Entrées and One Vegetarian<br />

Butlered House Wine Service throughout Dinner<br />

Wedding Cake ~ Viennese Display with a attended Cordial Bar ~ Chair Covers from Elegant Linens<br />

Photos Courtesy of: Aurora Photography


Wedding Menu<br />

Appetizer<br />

(Pre-Select One)<br />

Grilled Vegetable Ravioli - with a Roasted Garlic Veloute<br />

Maryland Lump Crab Cake - drizzled with a Cajun Remoulade<br />

Chilled Shrimp Cocktail - with Cocktail Sauce<br />

Wild Mushroom and Goat Cheese Strudel - Puff Pastry Wild Mushroom, Onion and Goat Cheese Filling and White Truffle Oil<br />

Lobster Bisque - with Creme Fresh<br />

Salad<br />

(Pre-Select One)<br />

Baby Spinach - Garnished with Red Onions, Grated Carrots, Dried Cranberries and Home-style Croutons<br />

Caesar Salad - with Creamy Caesar Dressing, Shredded Parmesan Cheese and Home-style Croutons<br />

Mixed Field Green Salad - Mesculin Greens with Appropriate Garnishes<br />

Strawberry Fields Salad - Arugula, Strawberries, Sliced Candied Almonds, Gorgonzola Cheese<br />

Entrees<br />

(Pre-Select Two Entrees and One Vegetarian)<br />

Beef Selections<br />

Grilled Filet Mignon - With Choice of Cipolla Onion and Shitake Mushroom Demi Glace Or a Port Wine Thyme Demi Glace<br />

Pan Seared Filet Mignon Au Poivre - Finished with a Pepper Cognac Cream Sauce<br />

Slow Roasted Herb Crusted Prime Rib - Generously Seasoned and Roasted, Offered with Horseradish Sauce (on the side)<br />

Roasted New York Strip Steak - With a Red Wine Demi Glace<br />

Chicken Selections<br />

Pan Seared French Breast of Chicken - with Mushroom, Marsala, Sage Reduction and crumbled Bleu Cheese<br />

Stuffed Chicken Saltimbocca - with Spinach, Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella, Finished with a Sage Cream Sauce<br />

Chicken Boursin en Croute - Breast of Chicken, Mushroom & Alouette Cheese Filling, wrapped in Puff Pastry with a Mushroom Veloute<br />

Chicken Française Nuovo - Breast of Chicken Served with a Lemon Caper Sauce with Leeks & Tomato<br />

Seafood Selections<br />

Pan Seared Salmon - Served with a Citrus Beurre Blanc<br />

Grilled Swordfish - with Lobster Fume Blanc<br />

Broiled Sole with Seafood Stuffing - with a Lobster Sherry Sauce<br />

Vegetarian Selection<br />

Penne Pasta - with Sundried Tomatoes, Julienne Vegetables, Shallots and Balsamic Glaze<br />

Grilled Portobello Mushroom - Stuffed with Spinach, Roasted Peppers & Goat Cheese, Served with Asparagus and Aged Balsamic<br />

Eggplant Napoleon - Breaded Eggplant stacked with Grilled Vegetables Fresh Basil and Mozzarella Cheese with a Roasted Tomato Sauce<br />

Duets<br />

Grilled Petite Filet Mignon & Seared Salmon - With Béarnaise Sauce<br />

Grilled Petite Filet Mignon & Broiled Jumbo Shrimp<br />

Chef’s Suggestion of Appropriate Accompaniments to Compliment Entrée Selection<br />

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Hors d'oeuvres<br />

Standard Hors d'oeuvres<br />

Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms ~ Miniature Quesadillas<br />

Tomato Bruschetta Crostini ~ Sesame Chicken Tenders<br />

Hibachi Chicken Skewers ~ Swedish Style Meatballs<br />

Franks in Puff Pastry ~ Cheddar Delight Puffs<br />

Raspberry and Brie Phyllo Stars ~ Spanakopita<br />

Wild Mushroom Ragout in Puff Pastry Shells<br />

Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce ~ Marinated Steak and Pepper Skewers<br />

Smoked Salmon Pinwheels<br />

Premium Hors d’oeuvres<br />

Mango and Cheese Empanadas ~ Beef Empanadas<br />

Shrimp & Corn Fritters ~ Stuffed Artichoke Hearts with Boursin Cheese<br />

Lobster and Corn Fritters ~ Scallops Wrapped in Bacon<br />

Miniature Maryland Crab Cakes ~ Risotto, Shrimp and Asparagus Arancia<br />

Risotto Spinach Arancia ~ Coconut Fried Shrimp with Mango Chutney<br />

Lollipop Baby Lamb Chops with Coarse Mustard ~ Thai Chicken Spring Rolls<br />

Vegetable Spring Rolls ~ Chicken Marsala Puffs<br />

Bountiful Harvest Display<br />

Fresh Seasonal Vegetables ~ Assorted Savory Dips<br />

Imported and Domestic Cheese ~ Dried and Fresh Fruit<br />

Olives and Marinated Vegetables ~ Gourmet Crackers and Breads<br />

Photos Courtesy of: Aurora Photography


Aurora Photography<br />

Enhancements<br />

Martini Bar (One Hour)<br />

Assorted Traditional and Exotic Martinis<br />

Carving Stations (Cocktail Hour)<br />

Tenderloin of Beef • Semi-Boneless Roasted Turkey<br />

Baked Smithfield Ham • Roast New York Sirloin • Leg of Lamb<br />

Whole Decorated Poached Salmon<br />

Garnished with Eggs, Capers, Red Onion, Flat Breads<br />

Chesapeake Bay Raw Bar<br />

Clams, Oysters & Mussels on the Half Shell, Chilled Cocktail Jumbo<br />

Gulf Shrimp & Iced Crab Claws<br />

Chef Attended Pasta Station (One Hour)<br />

Baked Brie Display<br />

Accompanied by French Baguettes and Chutney<br />

Hors d’oeuvres (Priced per 100 Pieces)<br />

French Onion Soup Baskets<br />

Assorted European Style Canapés • Fig and Mascarpone in Filo<br />

Purse Filet Mignon Bruschetta • Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail<br />

Asian Marinated Steak in Cucumber Cups • Seared Ahi Tuna on Wonton<br />

Viennese Display<br />

Assorted Cookies, Pastries, Chocolate Covered Strawberries,<br />

Mousse Tartlettes, Petit Fours<br />

Cappuccino and Espresso<br />

(minimum 100 people)<br />

Cordial bar<br />

Bailey’s, Sambuca, Grand Marnier, Amaretto Di Saronno, Kahlua, Frangelico<br />

Chocolate Fountain<br />

with Strawberries, Pineapple, Pretzels, Marshmallows, Cookies,<br />

and Additional Items of the Chef’s Choice<br />

Italian Cookies<br />

(one platter per table)<br />

Strawberries Dipped in Chocolate<br />

Chair Covers with Sashes and Upgraded Table Linen<br />

Aurora Photography<br />

Aurora Photography<br />

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Celebrate<br />

Elegance<br />

Aurora Photography<br />

Aurora Photography<br />

Aurora Photography


Comfort<br />

Indulge<br />

Aurora Photography<br />

Style<br />

Aurora Photography<br />

David Photos<br />

Relax<br />

Aurora Photography Aurora Photography<br />

Picture This! Photography<br />

Aurora Photography<br />

Aurora Photography<br />

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Work. Meet. In Comfort<br />

The <strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong> offers the attentive service of a boutique hotel with high-tech sophistication,<br />

quality service and cuisine of a large conference center.<br />

Conveniently located midway between Hartford, CT and New York City, the <strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong> offers over<br />

15,000 square feet of versatile, elegantly appointed space to accommodate a wide range of meetings, conferences, retreats and seminars.<br />

The <strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong> is pleased to offer Audio/Visual Services of KVL A/V, providing…<br />

Wireless and Hard Wired High-Speed Internet in all meeting rooms<br />

State of the Art Sound System in the Grand Ballroom including iPod plug in capabilities<br />

LCD projectors and support packages, laser pointers, Wireless and Lavaliere Microphones,<br />

Audio and Video Recording, as well as all the aspects of Lighting


Day Meeting Package<br />

Continental Breakfast Buffet<br />

Assorted Chilled Juices, Bottled Water, Sliced Seasonal Fruit,<br />

Hard Boiled Eggs, Assorted Yogurt and Granola,<br />

Selection of Bagels, Muffins & Breakfast Breads<br />

(Enhancements are available)<br />

Continuous Coffee and Tazo Teas Service<br />

Buffet Lunch Service<br />

Full Salad Bar, Deli Platter with all the appropriate garnishes,<br />

Assorted Rolls and Breads, Chef’s Choice<br />

Hot Entrees, Dessert, Assorted Soft Drinks, Coffee and Tea<br />

(Special Requests are Welcome)<br />

Afternoon “Pick Me Ups”<br />

Including but not limited to:<br />

The Coney Island<br />

Warm Whole Pretzels Served with Spicy Mustard<br />

Freshly popped Popcorn, Boxes of Cracker Jacks and More<br />

The Country Orchard<br />

Seasonal Fruit, Assorted Cheeses with Gourmet Crackers,<br />

Raspberry Bars and Lemon Bars, Hot Apple Cider or Fresh<br />

Lemonade and More<br />

The Cookie Jar<br />

Assorted Freshly Baked Cookies<br />

Brownies & Blondies Garnished with Strawberries Regular,<br />

Low Fat, Chocolate Milk and More<br />

The <strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong>’s Standard is<br />

to Include all your Basic Technology Needs.<br />

Your package will include Complimentary Wireless Internet in<br />

all Meeting Rooms and Public areas, (1) LCD Projector with<br />

Projection Screen and AV Cart with Power Strip and Extension<br />

cord, Note Pads and Pens, Hard Candy, Bottled Water in all<br />

Meeting Rooms, Podium (upon Request)<br />

(Additional Audio Visual Equipment available upon Request)<br />

Photos Courtesy of: Aurora Photography<br />

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Barbeque Buffet Menu<br />

Salads<br />

Traditional Tossed Salad<br />

Crisp Romaine and Iceberg Lettuce with Sliced Cucumbers<br />

and Cherry Tomatoes - Served with Assorted Dressingsings<br />

(Choice of two Additional Salads)<br />

Home Style Cole Slaw ~ Country Potato Salad ~ Fusilli Pasta Salad<br />

Entrées<br />

Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast ~ Jack Daniels BBQ Baby Back Ribs<br />

(Choice of One Additional Entree)<br />

Grilled Cheeseburgers & Hamburgers and Hot Dogs<br />

Served with all the Appropriate Condiments<br />

Marinated Flank Steak<br />

Accompaniments<br />

(Choice of two Accompaniments)<br />

Marinated Grilled Vegetables ~ Boston Baked Beans ~ Corn on the Cob<br />

Dessert<br />

Fresh Baked Brownies & Blondies ~ Sliced Watermelon<br />

Upgrade to our Ice Cream Cart<br />

Soft Drinks, Iced Tea or Lemonade, Fresh Brewed Coffee, Tea & Decaffeinated<br />

Upgrade your Buffet by Adding Marinated Shrimp Skewers<br />

or Grilled New York Strip Steak<br />

Clam & Lobster Bake<br />

Soup<br />

New England Clam Chowder<br />

Salad<br />

(Please select two)<br />

Tossed Mixed Field Greens with Assorted Dressings<br />

Crisp Romaine, Caesar Dressing, Herbed Croutons and Parmigiana-Reggiano<br />

Beef Steak Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil Salad<br />

Pasta Salad with Garden Vegetable and Balsamic Vinaigrette<br />

Red Bliss Potato Salad<br />

Entrées<br />

Steamed Mussels and Clams in Wine, Garlic, and Parsley<br />

1 1/2 Pound Lobster served with Drawn Butter<br />

Enhance your menu with Grilled Ahi Tuna or New York Strip Steak<br />

Sides<br />

Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes ~ Sweet Corn on the Cob ~ Fresh Rolls and Butter<br />

Dessert<br />

(Please select one)<br />

Fresh Baked Cookies and Brownies, Carrot Cake, Strawberry Short Cake,<br />

Chocolate Mousse Cake<br />

Assorted Cold Sodas, Iced Tea and Lemonade


Connecticut Buffet<br />

Soup<br />

(Choice of one)<br />

New England Clam Chowder<br />

Tomato Basil ~ Chicken and Wild Rice<br />

Salads<br />

Sliced Beefsteak Tomatoes, Mozzarella,<br />

Shaved Red Onion, Vinaigrette and<br />

Tossed Salad, Assorted Dressings<br />

Entrées<br />

(Choice of Two for lunch and three for Dinner)<br />

Marinated Grilled Flank Steak<br />

Thinly Sliced Roasted Rosemary Crusted Roast Beef<br />

Roasted Pork Loin with an Apple Rum Raisin Sauce<br />

Chicken and Shrimp Marengo<br />

Breast of Chicken with Spinach & Nutmeg Stuffing<br />

Penne Tossed with Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo<br />

Grilled Chicken with Prosciutto, Mushrooms & Penne Pasta<br />

Grilled Honey Thyme Chicken<br />

Stuffed Chicken with Spinach, Roasted Peppers and Mozzarella Cheese<br />

Roast Breast of Turkey with Natural Gravy<br />

Roasted Salmon Filet with Lemon Tarragon Sauce<br />

Pan Seared Salmon with Tri-colored Peppercorn Sauce<br />

Fillet of Sole with Seafood Stuffing<br />

Pasta Primavera<br />

Vegetable Lasagna<br />

Baked Stuffed Shells<br />

Dessert<br />

(Choice of One)<br />

Apple Pie, Strawberry Shortcake, Pumpkin Pie, Pecan Pie, Carrot Cake,<br />

Chocolate Mousse Cake Or Chef’s Choice<br />

Photos Courtesy of: Aurora Photography<br />

Served Lunch or Dinner<br />

Appetizer<br />

Penne a la Vodka<br />

Penne Pasta Marinara<br />

Medley of Fresh Fruits<br />

(Pre-Select One for all guests)<br />

Tomato Basil Soup<br />

Chicken and Wild Rice Soup<br />

New England Clam Chowder<br />

Salad<br />

(Pre-Select One for all guests)<br />

Classic Caesar Salad ~ Traditional Tossed Garden Salad<br />

Four Green Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing<br />

Baby Spinach with Cranberries, Walnuts and Zinfandel Dressing<br />

Entrées<br />

(Pre-Select Two Entrée Options)<br />

Filet Mignon with Port Wine Demi Glace ~ Roast Prime Rib of Beef<br />

Grilled New York Strip Steak ~ Stuffed Breast of Chicken Normandy<br />

Breast of Chicken Picatta ~ Chicken Medallions Francese<br />

Stuffed Chicken Saltimbocca ~ Chicken Medallions Marsala<br />

Chicken Boursin en Croute ~ Broiled Filet of Sole Amandine<br />

Stuffed Filet of Sole with Lobster Sauce ~ Gulf Shrimp with Seafood Stuffing<br />

Grilled Salmon with Citrus Beurre Blanc ~ Filet Mignon with Baked Stuffed Lobster Tail<br />

Filet Mignon with Baked Stuffed Shrimp ~ Eggplant Rollatini ~ Eggplant Torte<br />

Champignon Mushroom Medley En Croute<br />

Dessert<br />

(Pre-Select One)<br />

Hot Apple Crisp, Chocolate Bavarian Cheesecake, Chocolate<br />

Mousse Cake, Vanilla Ice Cream, Carrot Cake, Cheesecake<br />

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Aurora Photography<br />

1. WHAT ARE AVAILABLE TIMES FOR WEDDING RECEPTIONS?<br />

A five hour reception is offered as early as 12 pm-5 pm, 6 pm-11 pm, or 7 pm-12 am. There is flexibility for<br />

reception times taking place on Fridays, Sundays and Weekdays.<br />

2. Do You HAvE TWo RECEPTIoNS TAkING PLACE AT oNCE?<br />

Yes, however, the start and end times for receptions for each are different to ensure a private event in either<br />

Ballroom.<br />

3. Do You oFFER AN AREA FoR MY WEDDING CEREMoNY?<br />

On-site ceremonies are common at <strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong> in our Gazebo Courtyard, Essex Court, Glass<br />

Conservatory, or one of our two elegantly-appointed Ballrooms.<br />

4. IS THERE A CoST FoR THE CEREMoNY?<br />

A fee is charged for the space, set-up and personal coordination of the ceremony, please inquire with your<br />

Wedding Planner.<br />

5. WHAT IS THE STANDARD TABLE SETTING?<br />

The table setting includes tablecloth & napkins, place setting, and glass hurricane centerpiece.<br />

6. HoW MANY PEoPLE MAY BE SEATED AT A TABLE?<br />

Seating allows for six to ten guests per table.<br />

7. HoW MANY GuESTS CAN YouR BALLRooMS ACCoMMoDATE?<br />

Our Essex Ballroom may accommodate up to 150 guests with a dance floor, and our Regency Ballroom<br />

may accommodate 240 guests with a dance floor. Our Grand Ballroom will accommodate 370 guests with<br />

a dance floor.<br />

8. HoW MANY SERvERS ARE ASSIGNED To MY GuESTS?<br />

<strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong> prides itself on providing our guests the utmost in service, with a server ratio of one<br />

server per 20 guests. Bartenders are provided on a one per 100 guest basis.<br />

9. WHo WILL ovERSEE MY WEDDING RECEPTIoN?<br />

Your personal Banquet Manager will be introduced to you at your final meeting one week prior to your<br />

reception date, to ensure they are well versed in all ceremony/reception details. This also allows for any<br />

final questions to be answered.<br />

10. WHAT TIME DOES FAIRFIELDS LOUNGE CLOSE?<br />

Last call is announced at 1:30am, and closes at 2:00am on Friday and Saturday nights.<br />

11. WHEN IS MY FINAL CouNT AND PAYMENT DuE?<br />

Five (5) business days prior to the wedding or event date.<br />

12. WHAT ARE THE HOTEL CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT TIMES?<br />

3:00 pm check-in and 12:00 pm checkout<br />

13. ARE SPECIAL DISCouNTS oFFERED FoR FRIDAYS, SuNDAYS, oR oFF PEAk TIMES?<br />

Yes, please inquire with our Wedding Sales Manager.<br />

14. MAY WE BRING IN ouR oWN FooD oR BEvERAGE?<br />

Due to our food & beverage licensing, no food or beverage may be brought in to the hotel, or, packaged to<br />

leave hotel premises at the end of the event.<br />

15. Do You oFFER A MENu TASTING FoR YouR BANquET EvENTS?<br />

We do offer a menu tasting for our banquet options, each entrée is $28.00 and includes choice of Salad and<br />

one Entrée. Please request available dates with your Sales Manager.


Ballroom Capacities<br />

The <strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong> has over 15,000 square feet of versatile,<br />

elegantly appointed space to accommodate a small intimate wedding<br />

party of 12 to a rocking wedding celebration of 500.<br />

For your convenience the <strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong><br />

also has stylish function rooms to celebrate other related wedding<br />

festivities including your bridal luncheon and rehearsal dinner.<br />

Dimensions<br />

ft.<br />

Area<br />

Sq. Ft.<br />

Suggested Capacities By Configuration<br />

Theater Banquet Dinner Dance Reception Classroom Conference "U" Shape<br />

REgEnCy 65x58 3770 350 300 240 300 100 - -<br />

Section A 29x65 1885 175 100 70 100 50 40 40<br />

Section B 29x32½ 942 40 50 - 50 30 25 25<br />

Section C 29x32½ 942 40 50 - 50 30 25 25<br />

ESSEx 34x76 2584 175 200 150 200 75 - -<br />

Section A 24x34 816 30 40 - 40 35 20 20<br />

Section B 22x34 748 30 30 - 40 35 20 20<br />

Section C 30x34 1020 40 50 50 50 50 25 25<br />

Regency Foyer 22x42 924 - - - 60 - - -<br />

Essex Court 35x75 2625 - - - 250 - - -<br />

Conservatory 35x27 945 - 50 - - - - -<br />

grand<br />

Ballroom<br />

65x58<br />

34x76<br />

6700 500 600 450 600 - - -<br />

Bennington 17½x27 472 35 20 - 30 20 20 20<br />

Manchester 17½x27 472 35 20 - 30 20 20 20<br />

Charleston 17½x27 472 35 20 - 30 20 20 20<br />

Arlington 17½x27 472 35 20 - 30 20 20 20<br />

Westminster 17½x27 472 35 20 - 30 20 20 20<br />

Brattleboro 17½x13 228 20 8 - - - - -<br />

Clarendon 17½x13 228 20 8 - - - - -<br />

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1 Year To 6 Months Before<br />

❑ Decide Style Of Wedding<br />

❑ Decide Date<br />

❑ Reserve Ceremony Site<br />

❑ Reserve Officiant<br />

❑ Reserve Reception Location<br />

❑ Choose Attendants<br />

❑ Gift Registry<br />

❑ Order Bridal Dress<br />

❑ Select Travel Agency<br />

❑ Contract Photographer<br />

❑ Contract Videographer<br />

❑ Contract Band Or DJ<br />

❑ Contract Limousine<br />

❑ Begin Guest List<br />

4 To 6 Months Before<br />

❑ Contract Florist<br />

❑ Contract Baker<br />

❑ Bridesmaids Dresses / Shoes<br />

❑ Music For Ceremony<br />

❑ Order Tuxedos / Men's Attire<br />

❑ Coordinate Mother's Attire<br />

❑ Make Honeymoon Plans<br />

With The Travel Agency<br />

❑ Order Invitations<br />

❑ Contact Hairdresser<br />

❑ Select Favors<br />

❑ Order Rings<br />

❑ Gown Fittings<br />

❑ Decide Head Pieces<br />

❑ Send Pre-Payment To Facility<br />

❑ Choose Date / Menu Session<br />

The Planning Is In The Details.<br />

2 Months Before<br />

❑ Complete Final Guest List<br />

❑ Select Attendants Gifts<br />

❑ Make Arrangements For<br />

Rehearsal<br />

❑ Confirm All Professionals<br />

❑ Apply For Marriage License<br />

❑ Address And Mail Invitations<br />

❑ Select Music<br />

❑ Send Pre-Payment To Facility<br />

1 Month Before<br />

❑ Confer With Photographer<br />

❑ Confer With Florist<br />

❑ Confer With Band / DJ<br />

❑ Sitting For Formal Photographs<br />

❑ Review Duties With Wedding<br />

Party<br />

❑ Confirm Rehearsal Plans<br />

❑ Wedding Announcements To<br />

Newspapers<br />

❑ Write Thank You Notes As Gifts<br />

Arrive<br />

❑ Record Invitation Responses<br />

❑ Arrange Seating For Reception<br />

3 Weeks Before<br />

❑ Final Apparel Fitting<br />

❑ Confirm Rental Attire<br />

❑ Final Confirmation Of All<br />

Professionals<br />

❑ Final Count For Reception<br />

❑ Send Pre-Payment<br />

❑ Prepare Placecards<br />

❑ Confirm The Ceremony<br />

❑ Plan To Have Something Old,<br />

Something New, Something<br />

Borrowed, Something Blue<br />

❑ Wear Wedding Shoes To Break<br />

Them In<br />

1 Week Before<br />

❑ Decide What To Do With<br />

Centerpieces After Reception<br />

❑ Pack For Wedding Trip<br />

❑ Make Sure Wedding Dress Is<br />

Pressed<br />

❑ Confirm Services Contracted For<br />

And Determine Balances Due<br />

❑ Call Coordinator And Discuss<br />

Final Preparations<br />

❑ Take Placecards, Glasses, Guest<br />

Book, Favors, Cake Cutter To<br />

The Facility<br />

After The Wedding<br />

❑ Send Thank You Note To Both<br />

Sets Of Parents/ Wedding Host<br />

❑ Gift Acknowledgements<br />

❑ Preserve Gown<br />

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Tutti Belli Invites<br />

◆<br />

Invitations • Stationary • Favors<br />

Gifts • Event Planning • & more<br />

(203) 994-1888<br />

www.tuttibelliinvites.com<br />

Make-up by Candee Caldwell<br />

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Your Wedding Day…<br />

17 Years of Experience<br />

Perhaps the most memorable day of your life! Nothing would make<br />

me happier than to help make your wedding day absolutely beautiful!<br />

45 Skyline Drive| Danbury, CT 06810 | 203.794.0036<br />

www.marykay.com/ccaldwell2<br />

Best & Most unique selection of Wedding Invitations in the area<br />

We also offer Accessories & Gifts.<br />

Save the Dates • Engagement • Shower Invites • Calligraphy Services & more…<br />

Redwood Plaza • 78 Stony Hill Road • Bethel, CT 06801<br />

203.743.9161 • shop@trulyyoursllc.com • www.trulyyoursllc.com<br />

Floral Designs by Nancy<br />

It's YOUR day! I just want to enhance it!<br />

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Dream Wedding Giveaway<br />

Thanks to the numerous bridal couples who submitted their letters for our<br />

$50,000 "Dream Wedding Giveaway", and in sharing your special stories with us.<br />

<strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong> is pleased to announce our lucky couple of<br />

our Dream Wedding Giveaway is:<br />

Julie Castrogiovanni & Derrick Lachance!<br />

Julie & Derrick will enjoy a fully paid Wedding reception for up to 150 guests at<br />

<strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong>, plus services provided by Platinum Entertainment (DJ)<br />

Designs by Nancy (Florist) • Royal Choice (Limousine) • Tutti Belli (Invitations)<br />

Picture This (Photography) • and Liberty Travel (Sandals Resort vacation)<br />

A special thank you to the following vendors<br />

for helping us create our book:<br />

davidphotos.com<br />

Aurora Photography • Stylish Blooms • Shine Salon • Wedding Embassy<br />

Designs by Nancy • Elegant Linens • kvL Audio visual and Custom Promotions!<br />

Directions<br />

From Airports<br />

Follow signs to the Whitestone Bridge. Cross bridge and bear left onto Hutchinson<br />

Parkway. Bear left onto I-684 N. Take Exit 9E (I-84 East.) Take Exit 4; at the light, turn<br />

right. <strong>Hotel</strong> will be on your right, after the underpass.<br />

From New Jersey<br />

Cross the Tappan Zee Bridge and take Exit 8 (I-287 East/Cross Westchester<br />

Expressway.) Take Exit 9A (I-684N). Take Exit 9E (I-84 East.) Take Exit 4; at the light,<br />

turn right. <strong>Hotel</strong> will be on your right, after the underpass.<br />

From Boston<br />

Take I-90 West (Massachusetts Turnpike) to Exit 9. (I-84 West.) Take Exit 4;<br />

at the light, turn right. <strong>Hotel</strong> will be on your right.<br />

From New Haven<br />

Take Rt. 34 west to Newtown. Follow signs to I-84 West. Take Exit 4;<br />

at the light, turn right. <strong>Hotel</strong> will be on your right.<br />

Courtesy Cars<br />

<strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong> provides complimentary courtesy car pickup and drop-off from<br />

both train stations. Please call the hotel in advance to schedule a pick-up or drop-off.<br />

Complimentary courtesy car scheduling: 203-744-1776.<br />

21 Lake Avenue Extension • Danbury, Connecticut 06811<br />

Tel: 203.744.1776 • Fax: 203.791.9673 • www.ethanallenhotel.com


Tents<br />

Tables<br />

Chairs<br />

Silverware<br />

China<br />

Stemware<br />

Linens<br />

26 Kenosia Ave | Danbury CT 06810 | 203. 790.7368<br />

PlaN aN EvENt You will rEmEmbEr forEvEr!<br />

ASRentals.net<br />

Homestyle Desserts Bakery<br />

Aurora Photography<br />

Specializing In:<br />

Wedding Receptions • Anniversary Parties<br />

Corporate Events • Trade Shows<br />

Banquets Bridal Showers • Holiday Parties<br />

Birthday Parties • Bar/Bat Mitzvahs<br />

best of westchester magazine<br />

2009 - 2010 winner<br />

best Desserts<br />

24 Water Street | Peekskill, NY 10566<br />

914.737.4659 | homestyledessertsbakery.com<br />

Professional Broadway Musicians for your Special Day.<br />

The Tony T. Orchestra<br />

Exclusively Recommended by The <strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong><br />

Performing Music at Weddings, Private Affairs & Parties for over 25 years<br />

& keeping people on the dance floor with our Magical Entertainment.<br />

Come see us perform twice a month in the lounge at The <strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Allen</strong> <strong>Hotel</strong>!<br />

Please check our schedule at our web site for weekly Performances!<br />

OFF: (917)337-2740 • FAX: (845)279-4264<br />

www.TONYTORCHESTRA.com<br />

Making Music Memories<br />

Just for You…<br />

www.pedjservice.com<br />

860.354.6395<br />

The Area's Only Family Owned DJ Company<br />

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We offer Champagne, Red Carpet, Just Married Sign, Wedding Specialist<br />

to coordinate with your photographer!<br />

Making Dreams Come True<br />

866.30.GREEN (47336)<br />

www.greenlightlimos.com<br />

Stretch Limos • Party Bus<br />

Sedans • Executive Van • Antiques<br />

You dream it... we will<br />

make it happen!<br />

Allegra Farm<br />

Call 860-680-5149<br />

or 860-537-8861<br />

for reservations<br />

or visit our website<br />

www.allegrafarm.com<br />

Great Food, Great Drinks.<br />

Great Service. Outstanding<br />

Dining Experience!<br />

Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch,<br />

Dinner and Lounge<br />

Happy Hour Mon-Fri 5-7pm<br />

Live Weekend Entertainment<br />

Reservations 203.744.1776<br />

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Entertainment<br />

Platinum Entertainment ...............860.354.6395<br />

pedjservice.com.................................................17<br />

The Tony T. Orchestra ..................917.337.2740<br />

tonytorchestra.com ..........................................17<br />

Florist<br />

Floral Designs by Nancy ..............203.743.6458<br />

floraldesignsbynancy.com ................................15<br />

Horse & Carriage<br />

Allegra Farm ...................................860.680.5149<br />

allegrafarm.com .................................................19<br />

Invitations<br />

Truly Yours, LLC .............................203.743.9161<br />

trulyyoursllc.com ...............................................15<br />

Tutti Belli Invites ............................203.994.1888<br />

tuttibelliinvites.com...........................................15<br />

Limousine<br />

Green Light Limousine Service. ..........................<br />

........................................ 866.30.GREEN (47336)<br />

greenlightlimos.com ..........................................19<br />

Make-Up<br />

Make-Up by Candee Caldwell ....203.794.0036<br />

marykay.com/ccaldwell2 ..................................15<br />

Front & Back Cover Courtesy:<br />

Aurora Photography<br />

Preferred Services Directory<br />

Each of the services listed here are dedicated to help you along the way, making your day perfect.<br />

picturethisofct.com<br />

picturethisofct.com<br />

picturethisofct.com<br />

Photography / Videography<br />

Aurora Photography .....................860.354.7428<br />

aurora-photography.net ...................................18<br />

Custom Made Video .....................203.791.8400<br />

custommadevideo.com ....................................19<br />

Louis David - David Photos ........203.748.2887<br />

davidphotos.com ...............................................18<br />

Picture This Photography ............203.797.9743<br />

picturethisofct.com ...........................................18<br />

Rentals<br />

All Season Party Rentals ..............203.790.7368<br />

asrentals.net .......................................................17<br />

Wedding Cakes<br />

Homestyle Desserts Bakery .......914.737.4659<br />

homestyledessertsbakery.com .......................... 17<br />

Wedding Gowns<br />

The Wedding Embassy .................860.274.1988<br />

theweddingembassy.com .................................18<br />

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