Paige and Josh's Wedding at Aldworth Manor

Aldworth Manor is a hidden gem situated on a 170 rolling acres estate in Southern New Hampshire. The manor gives off a unique Tuscan style feel unlike any venue in the area. With amazing views of Mount Monadnock, exceptional grounds and gardens, Aldworth Manor provided a one-of-a-kind backdrop for Paige and Josh's wedding.  

Green and white floral arrangements and accents complimented the surrounding landscape of the venue perfectly by bringing in a natural and romantic feel. This detail was intertwined throughout their entire day from the wedding invites and table decor to the greenery tied on high top tables and garnishes accompanying the signature cocktails. 

Their ceremony took place outside on the lawn with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres to follow on the patio and surrounding grounds. The dinner reception was held under a beautiful white sailcloth tent with a mix of farmhouse and round tables. Family and friends enjoyed the private estate all to themselves to celebrate Paige and Josh's special day. Here is a sneak peek. 

THE TEAM

Catering & Desserts: Peppers Artful Events
Venue: Aldworth Manor
Photographer: Undressed Moments
Florist: Paisley Floral design
Videographer: Jess Cremins
Tent: Sperry Tents Seacoast

Sammy and Jack's Wedding at The Gardens of Elm Bank

The photo opportunities at the Gardens at Elm Bank are endless. There are so many unique spots to sneak away and capture perfect moments together as newlyweds. Sammy and Jack tied the knot on a beautiful summer day in June and took full advantage of all the gardens had to offer.

Their wedding ceremony took place in the Italianate Garden with floral topped pillars accenting the fountain backdrop. Following the ceremony, guests made their way to the tent to enjoy cocktails, an antipasto and cheese display, and a delicious array of passed hors d'oeuvres. Cocktail hour featured the couple's signature drink, a Moscow mule, which is a blend of vodka, ginger beer, and lime.

The Carriage House provided the perfect backdrop for the dinner reception. Guests dined at white linen tables adorned with gorgeous green and white flowers.

Garden rustic and elegance blended seamlessly through all the details of Sammy and Jack's day. Kinship Floral and Event Design created a stunning runner of greenery and candlelight down the row of farmhouse tables that the wedding party sat at. Choosing a head table design different from the rest of the guest seating provided a great way to highlight the wedding party and added to the visual design of the space.

From the couple's constant smiles throughout the day to all the beautiful wedding details - including a unique white tile dance floor, there is so much to love about Sammy and Jack's  wedding day. 

THE TEAM
Catering, Bar & Cake: Peppers Artful Events
Venue: The Gardens at Elm Bank
Photographer: First Mate Photography Co.
DJ: Murray Hill Talent
Florist: Kinship Floral and Event Design

Lisa and Joel's Barn Wedding at The Five Bridge Inn

We were over the moon excited when our Executive Pastry got engaged. We have had the pleasure of working with Lisa for the past seven years. Her fiance Joel has even been a great asset to our operations team during our busy seasons. These two are such a fun loving couple so we knew their day would be full of laughter, love, delicious desserts and of course an amazing cake design. 

Lisa's vision for her day was rustic with a touch of color and citrus. When she toured the barn at the Five Bridge Inn, she immediately fell in love with the space. It was the perfect backdrop to compliment her vision and she loved how the barn was nestled in it's own intimate space on the property. With most guests traveling from Vermont and Seattle, the Inn was perfect for accommodating many of their out of towners.

Kumquats provided a beautiful pop of orange among the green and rustic color scheme. This detail was incorporated in the floral arrangements, invites, menus, cake, and even the beautiful collar that their dog Buddha wore.
The wedding ceremony took place outside in front of the gazebo, surrounded by built in wood benches. After a heartfelt ceremony, guests enjoyed signature cocktails and passed hors d'oeuvres on the patio before heading inside the barn for the dinner reception.

Lisa designed a decadent dessert display to surround her one-of-a-kind wedding cake. The cake was a combination of styles tying in a modern marble tier, gold accents, and touches of rustic and greenery. This made for the sweetest ending to their celebration.

THE TEAM

Catering, Desserts, Floral Designs: Peppers Artful Events
Venue: The Five Bridge Inn
Photographer: Mobile Video Photography
DJ: Jeff Fowler

EVENT VENUE FEATURE: THE KILBURN EVENT CENTER

The Kilburn Event Center is a historic waterfront wedding and special events venue in New Bedford, Massachusetts. The newly renovated venue features spectacular views of Clark’s Cove, a rooftop terrace and versatile event spaces perfect for everything from weddings and galas to social and corporate events.

The main and largest of the spaces is a 20,000 square foot loft that can accommodate up to 1,500 guests. For smaller events the room can be elegantly separated to create the perfect space for your event. With rows of tall windows overlooking the cove, white washed walls, high ceilings, and wooden floors, the beautiful industrial loft creates a stunning backdrop for any occasion. The open floor plan allows for versatility and can accommodate a wide range of room configurations.

Starting in the spring of 2020, a newly renovated rooftop terrace with unobstructed views of the ocean will be available for rent. This provides a memorable setting for a ceremony or cocktail reception.

The team involved in the renovation of the mill has taken impeccable care into creating an amazing event space while preserving the historic details of the mill. More event spaces are continually being added as they work towards restoring the entire 500,000 square ft mill.

Contact us to learn more about hosting your event at The Kilburn Event Center. 

Lauren and Ryan's Wedding at Tower Hill Botanic Garden

Lauren and Ryan celebrated their wedding day at Tower Hill Botanic Garden with a beautiful ceremony in the secret garden followed by a reception in the Orangerie. Their garden style wedding was bright and romantic. The peach, orange, and green floral arrangements popped against the light colored linens on the guest tables and the soft grays of the bridesmaid dresses. The gold touches with the votives and the centerpieces added a classic and elegant feel.

Each place setting welcomed guests with a hand tied ribbon around the dinner napkin, a sprig of rosemary, and a menu. The dinner started off with one of our most popular and colorful salads, The Napoleon Caprese, which is an artful display of heirloom tomatoes, edible flowers, cucumber ribbons, fresh burrata, baby arugula, basil oil and balsamic syrup. Following the first course guests were offered a choice entree of our free range statler chicken breast, petite tenderloin filet, or charred Japanese eggplant. For desserts guests enjoy a delicious dessert bar with seasonal mini sweets.

The Wilson Stevens Band rocked the rest of the wedding night with their get on the dance floor hits. 

THE TEAM

Catering, Desserts, Floral Designs: Peppers Artful Events
Venue: Tower Hill Botanic Garden
Photographer: Aubrey Greene Photography
Band: Wilson Stevens Band

EVENT VENUE FEATURE: OAKHOLM FARM ESTATE (BROOKFIELD, MA)

The Oakholm Farm Estate is a working family farm with a rich Swedish heritage. The farm invites guests to pick their own blueberries, strawberries and Christmas trees, depending on the season, as well as offers lodging and outdoor event opportunities. Currently operated by Babe and Christina Predella, this secluded venue has become a haven of relaxation and togetherness, making it ideal for weddings or corporate outtings.

Oakholm Farm Estate offers so many benefits for wedding couples all in one location. The farm is surrounded by an oak forest and situated atop a hill overlooking Lake Quaboag, providing breathtaking views and scenery. Their on-site lodging, called “The Big House” offers overnight accommodations for the wedding party or guests with six bedrooms, sleeping up to 13 guests, in addition to a kitchen, game room, dining room, side terrace and five sitting areas. Ceremonies take place under their beautiful arbor surrounded with sweeping views of Lake Quaboag. The large reception tent with hanging lights and chandeliers can accommodate up to 200 guests with a dance floor. They even have a fire pit to enjoy a closing night cap after the festivities! With a personable and professional on-site team combined with a beautiful setting, you are sure to have an amazing wedding experience at Oakholm Farm. 

Contact us to learn more about hosting your event at Oakholm Farm Estate.
Ceremony and Tent Photos Courtesy of Audrey Cutler Photography.

VENUE FEATURE: ALLROSE FARM 

 
Photo: Halie Olzswoy

Demi and Phil's Vow Renewal at The Gardens at Uncanoonuc Mountain

 Demi and Phil's vow renewal at The Gardens at Uncanoonuc Mountain, reminds us why we love fall weddings in New England. As the yellow, maroon and orange colors start peeping through on the trees, it creates a stunning backdrop for photos. The Gardens at Uncanoonuc Mountain set the stage for this wedding, with so much natural beauty between the gardens, pathways, and lush woods surrounding the property. 

The fall inspired wedding theme was carried throughout all the details from the bridal bouquet and flowers in copper colored vases to the farm tables, wood signs and pumpkin accents.  Every detail came together to create a truly gorgeous celebration.

 The Menu
Welcome Hors d'Oeuvres Table | Local Farmhouse Cheese served with Crudite Shots
First Course | Duo of Clam Chowder and Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Cups
Entree Course | Chicken Scaloppini Marsala or Braised Boneless Short Ribs of Beef  English Style Served with Roasted Root Vegetables and Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Dessert | Artisan Mini Dessert Bar
Late Night Passed | Flatbread Pizza Bites

 The Team
Venue: The Gardens at Uncanoonuc
Photographer: Henry + Mac
Flowers: Apotheca 
Catering, Cake, Bartending: Peppers Artful Events

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EVENT VENUE FEATURE: THE BARN AT PICKERING HOUSE

The Barn at Pickering House is a restored 19th century barn located in the heart of downtown Wolfeboro, NH, a charming town nestled on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. The classic New England barn offers rustic charm in a fantastic location just a quick stroll from the town docks, waterfront park and the downtown Wolfeboro shops and restaurants.

Photo: Mark Spooner Photography

The barn provides a perfect setting for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, farewell brunches, elopement parties and other celebrations. When you hold your rehearsal dinner and/or wedding reception at The Barn, the entire property -- including the attached luxury Pickering House Inn -- is exclusively yours for two nights (two night minimum required). The barn can accommodate up to 150 guests for a sit-down event and offers a wide array of amenities.

    40' x 60' open space with haylofts

    Sweeping central staircase

    Heating and air conditioning

    Built-in bar

    Rectangular and round farm tables

    Cross-back, cafe style chairs

    Assorted antique furnishings

    Decorative string lighting

    Adjacent prep kitchen

    ADA compliant private restrooms

Couple Photo Above: Mark Spooner Photography

The attached Pickering House Inn was once the homestead of one of Wolfeboro, NH’s most prominent citizens. Today it is reinvented as a new historic boutique hotel with 10 spacious guest rooms, a kitchen gathering space, two living rooms, a dining/meeting room, sitting porches, a garden area and convenient parking. Your guests staying at the inn will have exclusive use of the inn and enjoy the full Pickering House Inn experience including a gourmet breakfast, daily refreshments, and evening wine/spirits.

Learn more by visiting the Barn at Pickering House Website or contact us today. 

Melanie & Matt | The Gardens at Elm Bank

 Melanie and Matt had the most perfect spring day in May for their wedding reception at The Gardens at Elm Bank. The lush gardens provided a beautiful backdrop for their photos. They took full advantage of the venues expansive property with cocktail hour in the gardens, a grand entrance in the tent, and the dinner reception in the carriage house.

The carriage house was decorated with lavender linens and sweeping drapery with lights, creating a soft and magical ambiance for the reception. The couple tied in rustic elements with Mr. and Mrs. signs made out of wood slabs for their sweetheart table and white washed wooden boxes for the guest table centerpieces.

The whole evening was filled with love and laughter. The couple's smiles were infectious and you couldn't help but feel the immense love between these two! We are still aw-ing over the beauty of their day.

The Team
Venue: The Gardens at Elm Bank
Photographer: Meghann Gregory Photography
Wedding Planner: Elegant Aura 
Flower Bouquets: Style and Design at Peppers Artful Events
Catering, Cake, Bartending: Peppers Artful Events