My brother got married here and everything was beautiful from the reception area in the barn to the…read moreceremony down by the lake! The entire barn is air conditioned which was an added bonus and there was plenty of room for everyone!

From the owner: An Wedding & Special Event space like no other currently offering special pricing. Book your tour…read moretoday and see where your beautiful memories could be made! Where Luxury Meets Rustic - The Barn at Lakeside Ranch is located in Hawthorne FL on a private 40 acre lake. The fully air-conditioned barn is 11,000 sq ft offering a large reception space, full prep kitchen, 8 restrooms, an exquisite Bridal Parlor and Groom's Lounge.

If you're looking for something truly unique in Jacksonville, The Cove Social Club is such a hidden…read moregem! Located in a 101-year-old building that used to be an A&P grocery store, this space perfectly blends history, creativity, and community. I love that so much of the original architecture has been preserved -- and the fact that it was designed by a woman architect back in the day makes it even more special. The Cove offers so much: daily coffee service, cooking and cake-decorating classes in "The Lab," yoga and meditation on Wellness Wednesdays, Social Sundays focused on mindfulness and connection, and even Art & Wine nights where you can sip, snack, and paint while listening to live music. They're also about to open Sticks & Stones, a private cigar club next door that will be available to members -- it's going to be such a great addition to the experience. The next membership cohort begins November 1st, and spots are limited to just 150 members to keep things community-focused and personal. They also host networking events, lectures, and business education workshops, so it's a great mix of social and professional. Whether you come for a coffee, an event, or to meet new people, The Cove Social Club is one of those places that makes you feel instantly connected and inspired.

We recently had an Art & Wine event at the Affluent Concierge for our good friend's birthday. Our…read moregroup had a fabulous time creating paintings and being pampered with lovely decor, enjoyable music, nice wine and delicious appetizers by our wonderful host, Nicole and her assistant, Sherlock. Our art experience included all the necessary art supplies and the privilege being guided through the creative process by our awesome art instructor, Mia. Mia was knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging. She spent time with each one of us, explaining techniques and offering tips and motivation. The Affluent Concierge provided a unique and delightful experience, with great attention to detail and heartwarming personal touches. Thank you, Nicole, Mia and Mr. Sherlock, we look forward to our next event!

If I return to Valdosta, I'll definitely be coming back to Downtown Social! Perfect low-commitment…read moregame spot with bowling, darts, golf simulator, and a full bar. It was also nice because we were able to pay for time (we chose 30 minutes) and it was only like $5 per person. Didn't have to rent shoes or pick a ball. It was kind of like skeeball meets bowling... smaller balls and pins, shorter lane, but still super fun. It wasn't busy when we walked in around 7 on a Saturday night, but you could tell it was picking up when we left.

Well, I guess I'm struggling as everything was fine, just some things that I would address for a…read morenew restaurant to be booming on a Sunday when it should've been. I came here with my kiddos who wanted to try it and bring the kids because it had things for the kids to do. They have bowling shuffleboard, which were the main things for the kids, but a full bar and two stories of tables. We chose to sit near the bowling so we could get the kids entertained. My daughter is allergic to gluten, but really looking forward to the lunch menu and a salad but on Sunday it's brunch all day, which is not brunch. It's basically breakfast... Didn't have burgers for adults or salad, which was really all she could eat.$215 for breakfast was a bit of a shock. Will come back when they're more ready.

This venue was gorgeous! I want to come back during the daytime so I can see the full farm!…read more The parking was close to the venue which was nice, and there was ample parking so it wasn't hectic at all. The barn was great, spacious, well decorated and not run down at all. I can imagine it being a great venue for many occasions. There was another building right next to the barn, not sure what it would be called. It was also very nice. It was much bigger than the barn, but had less charm. Overall it was a great venue, and definitely a great place to think about hosting future events. If anyone is having a wedding- this would be a great place to do it!

From the owner: Gorgeous wedding venue!read more

I found this place through a friend and we came here for their trivia night! I love their trivia…read morenight set up than other places I've been to. I enjoyed how open and spacious the place is. Plus they had fun categories and prizes for trivia! Otherwise there's several food places you can choose from as well! Overall recommend visiting especially on their theme nights they're hosting.

Great venue for all your party needs! Excellent spaces and variety of food, putt putt golf, axe…read morethrowing, and a great bar! Plan your next event here you won't regret it!

You guys did an amazing job with my parents 50th anniversary party. Thank you for your hard work…read moreand being so pleasant to work with. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone. Such a beautiful spot.

This is such a great option if you're looking for a space to host an event/gathering/reception in…read moreGainesville. We had food catered from The Top right next door, which you can never go wrong with as they have such a great selection from meatballs, the corn nuggets (the best!!!), hummus, and more! There is ample space both standing room, and seating, as well as a stage! An open bar is also available for events.

I don't know much about Gainesville and what's there other than when I visit a couple friends there…read moreI go and do whatever they suggest. I was in town recently for a friend's birthday and she rented out The Wooly for her party. The space is really neat and can be divided up easily like my friend did. The front leads into a reception area, and she used a chunk of it to get a photo booth for the night. Go a little further and there's a small bar on the left, some seating on the back wall, and on the right an entire dance floor (or space to set up seating) and slightly raised stage. She hired a DJ and had some catered hors d'oeuvres on tables between the bar and dance floor. The folks at the bar were nice and it wasn't stupidly expensive if you wanted to get a mixed drink. The venue had some really nice textures and lighting (separate from my friend's over the top decor) that made it feel more upscale in a college town. I have no idea what it cost her or how easy it was to coordinate with the venue, but as a guest I had a great time! The only downside is you'll likely have to circle around a couple times for street parking if you don't want to pay for the garages nearby.

On the third floor, you can pay only $60 for year-long pass to Sweetwater Wetlands Park!! Some…read morepeople go there to jog, some people go there to bird with binoculars, and some go birding with camera equipment, like me. It's $5 per visit by car and $2 per visit on foot or by bike. The lady who waited on my was so nice! She told me about one of her visits there! Whatever your reason, go to the Thomas Center and get your year pass!! Do it!!

I've attended many Wine & Cheese parties here over the years and the space is perfect for special…read moreoccasions as well as . This is a historic landmark well over 100 years old which was originally a private residence, then a hotel, a community college and now a cultural community center in the heart of Gainesville. The Center has a beautiful courtyard, sprawling trees, manicured lawns, elegant architecture, and plenty of space for large groups. The Thomas Center also boasts two art galleries and open cultural center available for all who come to this quaint college town. They offer seasonal concerts, community guided tours and self-guided garden tours. Overall, a wonderful gem in downtown Gainesville. If you ever get a chance to come here for any reason, definitely go. It's one of the hidden treasures of this town and must be experienced to really appreciate it.