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Sue and Danny
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Member since 1/06 591 total posts
Wedding Date:
12/6/2008 12:00 PM
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no cocktail hour
has anyone had a wedding without a cocktail hour....if yes how much did the price per person change?
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Posted 1/16/06 12:38 PM 
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werock0709
More in love than ever!!!
Member since 12/05 8532 total posts
Wedding Date:
5/6/2007 6:30 PM
Wed. Location:
SandCastle
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Re: no cocktail hour
Honestly, I never heard of that.
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Posted 1/16/06 1:27 PM
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DanaRenee
Board Fanatic
Member since 11/05 844 total posts
Wedding Date:
10/28/2006 3:00 PM
Wed. Location:
Glen Cove Mansion
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Re: no cocktail hour
I never heard of that either!!
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Posted 1/16/06 1:28 PM
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MrsDaniRella
Serenity.
Member since 1/06 8562 total posts
Wedding Date:
9/9/2007 2:15 PM
Wed. Location:
Flowerfield- INFINITE A+
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Re: no cocktail hour
I did not know that they did that... but call and ask around a few halls and maybe they can give you an idea over the phone... or at least tell you if it is an option.
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Posted 1/16/06 1:29 PM
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marenjennifer
Wedding Newbie
Member since 12/05 14 total posts
Wedding Date:
6/15/2006 12:00 AM
Wed. Location:
Gurney's Inn
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Re: no cocktail hour
I dont think its a good idea.
If cutting costs is something you need to look at do it in an area that is not food.
Food is an important part of every affair that you and others will remember.
I did something different and instead broke it up so that Cocktail hour is first THEN ceremony then Reception since all parts are at the same place.
Maybe cut some corners on flowers or use a DJ to replace a band if your using one.
JMHO
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Posted 1/16/06 1:34 PM
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babybug631
Little peanut due in November!
Member since 1/05 2038 total posts
Wedding Date:
12/17/2005 7:00 PM
Wed. Location:
West Sayville Country Club
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Re: no cocktail hour
If you want to save money you may want to consider having a cocktail hour reception. A lot of people love cocktail hour because of the variety of food. Some places do offer that.
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Posted 1/16/06 1:35 PM
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Bridex100
"I'm Addicted"
Member since 11/05 1798 total posts
Wedding Date:
5/26/2007 7:00 PM
Wed. Location:
Glen Island Harbour Club
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Re: no cocktail hour
You can probably have a buffet style wedding but I think normal catering halls don't do this.
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Posted 1/16/06 1:36 PM
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Sue and Danny
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Member since 1/06 591 total posts
Wedding Date:
12/6/2008 12:00 PM
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Re: no cocktail hour
Posted by babybug631
If you want to save money you may want to consider having a cocktail hour reception. A lot of people love cocktail hour because of the variety of food. Some places do offer that.
do u know of any places that has a cocktail hour reception ?
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Posted 1/16/06 1:50 PM
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marymoon
Someday Bride
Member since 2/04 12229 total posts
Wedding Date:
12/31/2013 7:30 PM
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Re: no cocktail hour
Vanderbilt Mansion in Oackdale has this!
Everyone always loves the Dh the best anyway.
What is your budget? there may be some halls out there where you can afford the whole shebang!
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Posted 1/16/06 1:51 PM
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Tina120206
THAT IS ME???? wow
Member since 8/05 1214 total posts
Wedding Date:
12/2/2006 3:30 PM
Wed. Location:
DeSeversky a+
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Re: no cocktail hour
I'm having a mansion style wedding. It is not a sit down dinner, just passed food and stations.
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Posted 1/16/06 1:52 PM
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Sue and Danny
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Member since 1/06 591 total posts
Wedding Date:
12/6/2008 12:00 PM
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Re: no cocktail hour
Posted by marymoon
Vanderbilt Mansion in Oackdale has this!
Everyone always loves the Dh the best anyway.
What is your budget? there may be some halls out there where you can afford the whole shebang!
i having about 150 people im looking to spend around 50-70 pp with tax and tip included
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Posted 1/16/06 1:57 PM
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marymoon
Someday Bride
Member since 2/04 12229 total posts
Wedding Date:
12/31/2013 7:30 PM
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Re: no cocktail hour
Posted by Sue and Danny
Posted by marymoon
Vanderbilt Mansion in Oackdale has this!
Everyone always loves the Dh the best anyway.
What is your budget? there may be some halls out there where you can afford the whole shebang!
i having about 150 people im looking to spend around 50-70 pp with tax and tip included
I think that's definitely doable, especially if you're willing to consider a sunday afternoon or an off season! I think there are a few palces where you can get that price range. I don't know for sure but off the top of my head, I am thinking in an off season on a sunday, maybe le cordon bleu, ariana waterfall, maybe chataeu la mer, rivieria of massapequa, meadow club, sunset harbour... or maybe one of the smaller rooms at Fox Hollow?
I'm not sure about this, prices have changed since I looked, but..I think it's doable
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Posted 1/16/06 2:00 PM
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babybug631
Little peanut due in November!
Member since 1/05 2038 total posts
Wedding Date:
12/17/2005 7:00 PM
Wed. Location:
West Sayville Country Club
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Re: no cocktail hour
Call Lessing's. They cater at a bunch of different places on LI. I'm sure one of them does the cocktail hour reception. My wedding was $115 pp including tax and gratuity and that was a Saturday night with everything, CH, reception, vianese hour, cake, vallet, coat check, premium open bar. I'm sure they will work with you. I had my wedding at West Sayville Country Club. Call and ask for Steve, he is so awesome and he really worked with me. 631-589-0022
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Posted 1/16/06 2:17 PM
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Jackie&Justin
Memories
Member since 4/05 2535 total posts
Wedding Date:
11/18/2006 11:00 AM
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Re: no cocktail hour
EastWind has a cocktail dinner. I think it's called around the world, or something like that, and it's a lot cheaper...
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Posted 1/16/06 2:21 PM
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Jennie0898
saving bee bees since 2005
Member since 5/05 3083 total posts
Wedding Date:
9/23/2006 3:00 PM
Wed. Location:
Watermill
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Re: no cocktail hour
Posted by babybug631
Call Lessing's. They cater at a bunch of different places on LI. I'm sure one of them does the cocktail hour reception. My wedding was $115 pp including tax and gratuity and that was a Saturday night with everything, CH, reception, vianese hour, cake, vallet, coat check, premium open bar. I'm sure they will work with you. I had my wedding at West Sayville Country Club. Call and ask for Steve, he is so awesome and he really worked with me. 631-589-0022
I second calling Steve at the W. Sayville CC. My parents threw us an e-party there and it was spectaular! They really did a fabulous job.
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Posted 1/16/06 2:23 PM
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pugmoma
Wedding Newbie
Member since 11/05 47 total posts
Wedding Date:
2/25/2006 12:00 AM
Wed. Location:
Timberridge Country Club
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Re: no cocktail hour
Call Ben at Timber Point CC... they are in your range and it is amazing there! (including everything!)
I went to a wedding w/out a cocktail hour, and it was horrible. Everyone went to the bar & paid for drinks & everyone was talking how they have never had that before. I think if you are going to have it at a catering facility with the traditional reception, def. have the cocktail.
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Posted 1/17/06 12:30 AM
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AlliNMatt06
I'm Married!!!!!!!
Member since 8/04 2945 total posts
Wedding Date:
6/25/2006 3:30 PM
Wed. Location:
Hamlet Wind Watch A+++++++++
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Re: no cocktail hour
Halls that I know of in that price range are. Meadow Club, East Wind (Country Gardens), Many of the Lessings like Smithtown Landing, Huntington Town House, There are many others, but I can't think of them. They might not be in your exact price range, but very close.
I would either do a Buffet style wedding, or cocktail hour and dinner. People enjoy cocktail hour the most.
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Posted 1/17/06 12:58 AM
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cherryj24
Baby H coming in September!
Member since 12/05 1145 total posts
Wedding Date:
9/10/2006 2:00 PM
Wed. Location:
Old Field Club
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Re: no cocktail hour
Posted by marenjennifer
I dont think its a good idea.
If cutting costs is something you need to look at do it in an area that is not food.
Food is an important part of every affair that you and others will remember.
I did something different and instead broke it up so that Cocktail hour is first THEN ceremony then Reception since all parts are at the same place.
Maybe cut some corners on flowers or use a DJ to replace a band if your using one.
JMHO
Hey thats a fantastic idea!!!!
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Posted 1/17/06 8:32 AM
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futrmrsblt
I'm a wife!
Member since 12/05 1887 total posts
Wedding Date:
4/28/2007 11:30 AM
Wed. Location:
Timber Point- A++++
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Re: no cocktail hour
my price pp is for a LOT of stuff too and it was 69 at a lessing place.. def. great deals...! fm me if you want more info..
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Posted 1/17/06 8:36 AM
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MayBride06
It's all about the flatbread!!
Member since 11/03 5556 total posts
Wedding Date:
5/28/2006 3:00 PM
Wed. Location:
out east
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Re: no cocktail hour
I think people mainly look forward to cocktail hour food, rather than reception food. I know I look forward to the cocktail hour the most!! Maybe have a cocktail reception instead???
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Posted 1/17/06 8:36 AM
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tracy2246
Invites out
Member since 3/05 1598 total posts
Wedding Date:
11/3/2006 4:00 PM
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Re: no cocktail hour
I have but it was out of state and not only was there no CH but the bar was cash-not my thing but to each his own.
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Posted 1/17/06 9:21 AM
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nygirl77
It's over already??
Member since 9/05 1817 total posts
Wedding Date:
5/28/2006 11:45 AM
Wed. Location:
Fox Hollow
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Re: no cocktail hour
I don't think I've ever been to a wedding without a cocktail hour.
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Posted 1/17/06 10:30 AM
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SPITSBRIDE
My Forever
Member since 1/05 4212 total posts
Wedding Date:
11/26/2005 12:00 AM
Wed. Location:
Jericho Terrace A+++++
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Re: no cocktail hour
I never heard of that
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Posted 1/17/06 10:33 AM
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Soon2BMrsA
Loving Married Life!
Member since 11/04 2856 total posts
Wedding Date:
6/18/2005 4:00 PM
Wed. Location:
Greentree Country Club
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Re: no cocktail hour
Posted by MayBride06
I think people mainly look forward to cocktail hour food, rather than reception food. I know I look forward to the cocktail hour the most!! Maybe have a cocktail reception instead???
I agree
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Posted 1/17/06 10:38 AM
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FDWedding07
Kerry and Steve next 8/8/08
Member since 7/05 3705 total posts
Wedding Date:
3/30/2007 4:00 PM
Wed. Location:
Fox Hollow A+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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Re: no cocktail hour
Stewart Manor Country Club hold up to 200 people and quoted me $60 per head for a March wedding. With all included. Call around I am sure you can find a place with all in that range.
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Posted 1/17/06 10:50 AM
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