Venues Blog

The Wedding Story of... Amy & Matt Weyer

After losing a grandparent to non-Hodgkin lymphoma, both Amy Zolman and Matt Weyer became passionate about honoring their loved ones.  The two became involved with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Amy as a team coordinator and Matt as a volunteered marathon runner. Matt’s team captain, Amy’s co-worker, suggested the two meet. 

The Wedding Story of... Hilary & Mike Riley

I moved to Fort Wayne following graduation from Goshen College. I started my career and moved in with a family. I had only been living in Fort Wayne a couple weeks when I was approached by my best friend to go downtown on a blind date. Despite hesitation on both of our parts, Mikey and I agreed.

The Wedding Story of... Melody & Lamar Spencer

What could be more romantic than a getaway to a tropical paradise? Melody and Lamar Spencer found the answer by saying their vows under the warm Jamaican sun with their closest friends and family sharing in their day.

The Wedding Story of... Emily & Tyler Talsma

This Quirky Couple Created a Wedding That Matched Their Personalities

A Paloma Blanca gown had everything Stephanie’s heart desired: ivory, fitted, mermaid, silk and lace and buttons down the back and a train for a vintage look.

The Wedding Story of... Meeghan & Brendan Hart

Ralph Waldo Emerson said that the “Earth laughs in flowers.” If that’s true, Meeghan Miller Hart and Brendan Hart started their relationship and marriage surrounded by lots of laughter. Meeghan and Brendan got engaged at the Central Park Conservatory Garden in New York City (where they live) and had their wedding reception at the Historic Oliver Gardens at The History Museum (formerly the Center for History) in South Bend.

The Wedding Story of... Kaitlin & Joe Duran

Kaitlin Riley and Joe Duran were both participating in the program Teach for America, which places recent college grads in under-resourced high schools for two years. Before the two could begin teaching in New York City in 2009, they had to pass teacher certification exams and took the exam in the library of a Chicago high school.
 

Prayers Answered: Wish Upon a Wedding Helps a Fort Wayne Couple

Wish Upon a Wedding is the world’s first organization providing wedding wishes to couples facing terminal illnesses or life-altering circumstances. Each couple receives wishes entirely through the generosity of “Wish Granters” from within the wedding and event industry. 

Never Lose Hope: Wish Upon a Wedding Gives New Hope to an Inspiring Couple

For Nick, it was love at first sight. Shannon, however, wasn’t so sure. Both members of the same high school marching band, Shannon made it clear to Nick that he’d have to make some changes if he wanted to date her. After a couple years of being friends, getting to know one another, and making some of those necessary changes, the two did begin to date – but it didn’t last. 

Dreams Come True with Wish Upon a Wedding

Cory and Janice knew of each other growing up, having gone to school together since grade school. They didn’t really float in the same circles then, but shared some mutual friends. It wasn’t until as teenagers they worked together at a local grocery store, that Cory developed, in his words, “a very secret, very pressing crush” on Janice. 

An Over The Top Wedding...On Stage!

This week's article is a wedding story submitted by 2010 bride, Kristy Hronick. Enjoy the sophisticated details, intricate planning and amazing photographs!