8.6.11 - Chautauqua Suites - Mayville, NY
Saturday couldn't have been a more perfect day for the wedding celebration of Emily and Joe. This charming couple first met while working together at a restaurant in Bemus Point, NY, got to be wonderful friends, and went on their first date to a Dave Matthews concert in Pittsburgh. Family members and friends have always played an important role in Emily and Joe's lives, so it was no surprise when Joe asked Emily to be his wife last summer on beautiful Chautauqua Lake.
Yesterday, Chautauqua Suites in Mayville, NY was the location for Emily and Joe's wedding reception. The evening began with cocktails and hors d'oevres in the Courtyard. Guests then made their way into the main ballroom as the excitement began to build for the bridal party arrival. Family and bridal party members then each walked into a song fitting for their personalities, culminating with Emily and Joe's arrival, first dance and cake cutting. Guests then enjoyed a scrumptious meal and feasted on a candy buffet, cupcake table and sweet, tasty cookies!
The energy on the dance floor was instantaneous! Genres of music ranged from current top 40 and hip hop to those 80's classics, including one of Emily's favorites, New Kids On The Block! The excitement and packed dance floor led to almost 2 hours of overtime, and many wonderful comments from guests who had so much fun...and sore feet! After the dancing had completed for the night, everyone made their way into the Bellini Lounge for cocktails and pizza! The perfect way to end the perfect day!
My thanks to Shelli and Matt and the staff at Chautauqua Suites. Nestled in the community of Mayville, the Suites is the perfect location to have your wedding if you need a facility to accommodate a large guest count. Also thanks to photographer Gary Rendali from the Buffalo, NY area, and, of course, Emily and Joe! It was such an honor and BLAST to celebrate with you last night. Thanks for all the wonderful comments and for hosting such a great party! I know you'll both treasure the entire wedding day for many years to come!
