Wedding Venue

Side of barn (pics 1 + 2)  and front of barn above.

Two pictures of courtyard next to barn.

Maudsley State Park in Newburyport, MA is where Charlie and I will be getting married on June 21, 2008.  We are really excited about this venue but it has a few pros and cons.

• Pros:   Charlie grew up right across the street – his mom , Irene, still lives in his childhood home.  Some of our favorte summer memories involve maudsley and the 500 acres.  There is a lot of flexibility in term of space to spread out – have the ceremony and reception.  It is beautiful there.  Used to be a millionaire’s estate in the 50’s.   It’s a casual place for a casual wedding.

• Cons: We can only serve beer and wine at reception.   Mosquitos – I have try to figure how to keep them away.  The venue is not suitable for children as a reception (it’s a bummer, but it would take a lot of effort to keep all the kids from exploring the 500 acres),   The party has to end at 6 PM.  I have to plan it and rent EVERYTHING.  I’ll have to spread the word to wear suitable shoes.

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