Showing posts with label affordable wedding venue in Ventura County. Show all posts
Showing posts with label affordable wedding venue in Ventura County. Show all posts

8.05.2013

Wedding Venue: Poinsettia Pavilion

Poinsettia Pavilion is located in beautiful Ventura, California. Despite having lived so close to it, I never had much of an interest in checking this place out. Mostly because I thought it was a "typical" wedding hall venue that probably looked like every other banquet room.

It wasn't until I saw it person that I really began to appreciate all that this venue had to offer. Which came in the form of a lobby right out of Mad Men.

And by that, I mean I'm pretty sure all of the decor is original to this 1954 building.

So if you love kitschy, vintage styles from that era, like I do, this place will be right up your alley.


Disclaimer: I didn't take the best photos. In fact, looking back, I'm wondering why the hell didn't I get a shot of the exterior of the building. Your guess is as good as mine.

Brady-Bunch-esque mod poles flank both of the front doors





Lobby

The Pavilion offers two reception halls to choose from (actually, there are three, but the third one seems more like a meeting room). The Santa Paula Room accommodates up to 70 people, and the Ventura Room accommodates up to 250.


Entrance to the Ventura Room (kitchen is on the far side)







-Parquet flooring throughout
-PA system
-Wireless internet
-Piano available
-Plenty of private parking
-Event must end at midnight

All dining arrangements must be made through Scofield Catering.

Worth Noting: When I visited the pavilion earlier this year, I was told that they were in the process of updating all of the drapery. The curtains shown in these photos were going to be replaced with a more neutral colored set.

The Poinsettia Pavilion is situated on a hilltop and offers a pretty great view that even rivals the one at The Cross (minus the treacherous drive).


The Channel Islands

Rental fee includes the following:

-6 hours, including set up and clean up
-Setup of all tables and chairs
-Use of microphone

Additional fees include:
-Decorations offered by venue
-Linens
-Security (required if alcohol is served)
-Security deposit

Santa Paula Room (not shown): $900
Ventura Room: $1,800

For more information, contact Carol at (805) 648-1143


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1.21.2013

Featured Wedding Venue: Ventura Center for Spiritual Living

It's official: The wedding planning has begun!

Over the next few weeks, I'll be showcasing a different venue that I've visited in the hunt for our perfect wedding location. Most of these places are not popular venues that you'd find in your typical wedding research. Some may be a little non-traditional. And all of them are perfect for the budget-conscious.

One thing I noticed while looking at venues online is that most websites don't show the details of the space. I.e. the light fixtures, windows, flooring, etc. And they always show the space when it's fully decked out in someone else's wedding decor. Hopefully, the shots I've taken will give you a better idea of the what each venue looks like as a "blank slate."



VENTURA CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING
Listed in the National Register of Historical Places, as well as the California Register of Historical Resources, Ventura Center for Spiritual Living (VCSL) is a non-denominational church, available for private events, including wedding ceremonies.

Built by Robert B. Stacy-Judd, VCSL was the first ecclesiastic building in the U.S. to be based on Mayan art and architecture. After researching Mayan ruins in the Yucatan area, Stacy-Judd was inspired by the Mayans (who had practically no crime or prisons, and few physical ailments) and based this structure on their symbolism. The horizontal five-step tower on the front of VCSL symbolizes the four elements; earth, fire, air, and water. The fifth step is representative of Christ.

Front

Side

Front

Theater seating 

Upholstered seats

Alter

Alter (full view)

Alter (top section)

Balcony area

Tray ceiling with hanging light fixture

Stained glass window and architecture showing Mayan art motif

Stained glass window

Stained glass window


The rental fee for VCSL is $800 and includes the following:
-Wedding director services
-Rehearsal
-Consultation with the minister (if desired)
-Sanctuary decorations of white tulle and ribbons
-Flower arrangement in your color scheme
-Candles on alter
-Candelabras
-Use of grand piano
-Use of sound system

Note:
This venue accommodates up to 387 people. You may choose to bring your own minster.

For more information, contact Annette at (805) 643-1933.



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