PENDLETON — Future brides attended a mock reception recently to showcase the offerings at the new Blu Falls Arts and Events Center.
The event drew about 100 people.
Targeted both at brides who placed a deposit before construction was complete and brides who have yet to make a final decision on their venue, the event displayed a variety of services available.
“We came and saw it when it was nothing but drywall. It was so open and had so many windows that we knew at the time that this was the place,” said Nicole Lemert, who was planning her wedding to Matt Loomis on Sept. 19. “We are pleased with the finished building.”
The couple lives in the Castleton/Fishers area, but heard about Blu Falls, 8820 S. Indiana 9, when the two of them attended a bridal show earlier in the year.
“It was hard to picture (at the time we made the deposit) but it was a good choice,” added Loomis. “I like the place. This reception was a good idea. With all the people here it’s more like a real wedding.”
The mother of the bride, Mary Lemert, also indicated the importance of the convenience of the site, as many relatives would be traveling from Interstate 69.
Location may appeal to visiting relatives
Location was also a significant factor for Mary Saunders and C. J. Miller, who were to be married Aug. 29. They live in New Castle while her parents live in Shirley and expected family from many different directions.
“Blu Falls was recommended to us and we are very happy with the lay out,” said Jerry Saunders, mother of the bride. “We are having people from all around and this is centrally located. They have been together a long time and we wanted something really nice for them and this is it.”
“There really isn’t anything else like this in the area,” said Bob Saunders, father of the bride. “It’s easy for people to get to and it’s a very nice facility.”
Suites for brides and grooms
“What really sets us apart are special features like the suites for the bride and groom,” said Valerie Mitchell, event coordinator. “It really pampers the bride and groom and they can really relax before the wedding.”
The groom’s suite features a tall table with four leather barstools in addition to a second seating area of leather chairs. A shower within the suite makes last-minute preparations a breeze.
The bridal suite is enormous, complete with a large vanity and four seats for bridesmaids to primp side by side. A jetted corner garden tub is available for the bride to soak away her wedding stress.
“We can also create custom menus and have so many options for the bride and groom to choose from,” added Mitchell.
The event center is cooperatively owned by Steve and Cindy Costerison (owners of the Simple Café in Pendleton) and Clark and Erin Costerison. Blu Falls opened Feb. 28 and has so far hosted two proms, three wedding receptions, and a baby shower. Almost 30 weddings are already booked for the coming year.
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September 28, 2009
Blu Falls center appeals to brides, grooms
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