I've now planned 2 bar mitzvahs and the planning process starts so early since you get the dates 3…read moreyears in advance. Sometimes the vendors you end up choosing end up moving businesses and that's exactly what happened with Kehoe. We met with 4 different decor companies for my son's recent bar mitzvah and opted to go with Kehoe because we absolutely loved Mal- her energy, her warmth and (most of all) her fresh ideas. She was lovely and easy to work with throughout the entire process so I was bummed to learn a month before our big event that she she had moved companies. However, my planner assured me that we were in very good hands because Tom Kehoe was taking over our event and that most of our event was already in production. I guess this is the benefit of going with a large company like Kehoe. I do think things were a little more chaotic in the few weeks leading up to the bar mitzvah as Tom and his team (we mostly worked with Sydney) got up to speed. We had to redirect with some proofs at the last minute, but the finished product was more amazing than I even expected. The tennis decor they designed was youthful, classy and absolutely breathtaking. Even big sister (my 15 year old daughter) who is tough to impress walked in and said "WOW- this is actually really cool." And while there were many amazing wow moments from the night the #1 comment I received over and over and over again was that decor was unbelievable. It was definitely pricey and tough to swallow spending what we spent on what's essentially a 13 year olds birthday party, but I gave the same budget to 3 other well known decor companies and the budget went further with Kehoe than any of the others. And I thought their ideas were also more innovative and appropriate for a 13 year old boy. Overall, I couldn't have been more pleased. I'm bummed that Mal herself moved on, but would definitely consider using Kehoe again providing there is another designer who is a creative and fun to work with.

From the very second we started speaking with Matt at Kehoe Designs, he completely understood my…read morevision and seamlessly brought it to life. The quality of everything was absolutely unbelievable. The flowers were fresh, vibrant, and stunning, and the decor and setup were so elegant and impeccably executed. Their planning and execution were truly some of the best I have ever experienced. What makes Matt so exceptional is his unique ability to take the ideas in your head and turn them into reality. He was genuinely excited for us as a couple and provided a white-glove level of service with thoughtful, custom care every step of the way. Black Oak, their lighting partner, also did a phenomenal job. The lighting perfectly highlighted the aisle and our centerpieces, and it truly made a world of difference. With Kehoe Designs, you absolutely get what you pay for. The attention to detail, quality, and sheer professionalism are unmatched. Matt and his team made our wedding day feel magical, effortless, and perfectly tailored to us. We couldn't recommend him more!

I was recently here for a wedding and I must say I was very impressed! The wedding took place…read moreoutside and the gardens are beautiful, well maintained, with a great variety of plants, flowers etc. After the wedding we enjoyed a cocktail hour, so it was nice to be able to explore the different rooms, with drinks, I love that they kept original pieces, the fireplaces had different colored tiles. We enjoyed a delicious dinner upstairs, not sure if it was outside catering or something through the mansion, but it was seriously delicious! After that we danced! I also appreciated being able to cool off near the beautiful fountain. If you are getting married in the near future, consider this venue!

Nephew and his lovely bride got married here last night. The place was amazing with rooms upstairs…read morefor dinner and downstairs for the event and after party. Easy to find the event staff were very attentive for all the wedding party needs from helping with pictures to malign sure each room was warm or cool enough for each event.

I chose this venue because of its historic charm and unique character, and while it is beautiful,…read morethe amount of stress, anxiety, and sleepless nights it caused was honestly not worth it. To start, they are extremely rigid with their list of "preferred vendors," and despite claiming to have great relationships with them, it quickly became clear those relationships are more about kickbacks than quality coordination. The tent vendor situation was particularly frustrating. I was pushed to use their recommended provider, only to find out -- too late -- that the venue had no clue about that vendor's logistical requirements. Despite repeatedly telling them that I was planning an outdoor reception, they gave me a laughably short two-hour setup window, expecting a tent, full décor, catering, and everything else to be ready in that time. Totally unrealistic. They eventually allowed just the tent to be set up earlier. Worse, the staff seemed to have no shared understanding of the venue's rules. I have emails where different team members contradict each other -- on major things like setup times and allowed equipment. And don't get me started on the DJ and music restrictions. They stressed everything had to be battery-operated, yet still managed to ban battery-operated sparklers for being a fire hazard? It just didn't make any sense. Communication was also a nightmare. I called multiple times about different issues such as renting heaters -- no answer. I would try to call during work hours. Emails are the only form of communication they respond to. Then on the day of the wedding, they emailed me saying they turned the heaters away. During the event, things only got worse. We had a mariachi singer (not a full band) performing at 6 p.m. on Memorial Day weekend, and were repeatedly harassed by staff about noise complaints -- even during speeches. Yes, the manager literally came up to me, the bride, mid-speech, to tell me neighbors were threatening to call the police. I kept wondering, is this their first wedding ever? The mic wasn't even loud. The venue could be great -- but only for small, intimate weddings, maybe under 60 guests. Anything larger becomes way too complicated. The interior lacks a proper dance floor, and their "ideal flow" of food inside/dancing outside doesn't really work. You'll spend the whole night shuffling people and plates. Constructive feedback: Train your staff consistently so they all understand -- and communicate -- the same rules. Be upfront about what's feasible for outdoor events. And if you're going to force couples into using preferred vendors, at least be informed about what those vendors need. In short: gorgeous place, but unless your wedding is small and you're okay following their every (often unclear) rule, be prepared for a bumpy ride. I did love my wedding, but be mindful it costs me way more (outside vendors, additional hours) to put it together. I lost lots of items in their lightning speed clean up requirement.

I very recently had my wedding at the Cheney Mansion and we had an amazing experience. What a…read morebeautiful place to host a wedding ceremony and reception. We were lucky with the weather and were able to use their outdoor spaces for both ceremony and reception. Our guests enjoyed exploring the indoor space which we used for dinner and the bar. The staff were friendly and helpful. I would recommend this wedding venue to anyone looking for a magical venue with lots of vintage charm.

Attended a conference for work, the tables and service of the staff was pretty good. Clean premises…read moreand bathrooms with big parking lot. Jusst getting there can be a bit confusing off of butterflied road.

A beautiful banquet for events! Wish that they had bathrooms on each end of the banquet halls so…read moreyou didn't have to walk all the way to one end. If there is another party going on with a live band you are able to hear them on your side of the banquet as well. The food was typical banquet food, nothing to rave about. Other than that it is a beautiful and well kept banquet hall and the bartender's were great!!

The best there is! I really didn't think I needed a wedding planner and I was wrong. Her knowledge…read moreof weddings is truly impressive and she made the entire experience so much better! do yourself a favor and get a true professional Not that it matters, but she's also super pretty

**A Flawless, Magical Day Thanks to Egle Karpova!**…read more If you are looking for a wedding planner who is organized, visionary, and a complete lifeline on your wedding day, look no further than Egle Karpova. Hiring her was, without a doubt, the single best decision we made during the entire planning process. From the beginning, Egle effortlessly grasped the exact vision and aesthetic we were hoping for. She took our scattered ideas and turned them into a cohesive, breathtaking reality, which immediately reduced our stress and allowed us to actually enjoy our our special day. The true magic, however, was on the wedding day itself. Egle operated with such calm efficiency that we didn't have to worry about a single detail. When a minor hiccup occurred with the floral delivery, she had it resolved before we ever knew there was an problem ensuring the ceremony started on time, the transitions were seamless, and every guest felt cared for. Because of her expertise and tireless effort, we were able to be fully present and enjoy every minute of our wedding--it was truly the most stress-free day we could have imagined. We received countless compliments from guests on the impeccable organization and stunning atmosphere. We cannot recommend Egle highly enough. She is professional, passionate, and genuinely cares about making your wedding dreams come true. Thank you, Egle, for giving us the wedding of our dreams! Linda

Working with Art of Imagination and Deborah was a dream come true. They were so easy to work with…read moreand truly cared about us as people and our wedding. The venue we chose, The Rookery, works with them, and once we saw their work, we were sold. They know the venue inside and out and even gave us great recommendations when we needed vendors! I would highly recommend Art of Imagination for their professionalism, artistry, thoughtfulness and kindness!

Deborah and the decorating team at AoI were amazing to work with! Communication was clear and…read moreprompt both in-person and via e-mail. She provided recommendations, explained pricing, and was very familiar with the venue space. We were blown away by how beautiful our ceiling decor and chuppah were, and the guests were raving about it as well! Overall pricing was very reasonable, and Deborah is also extremely sweet and supportive. I can't recommend AoI enough!

We cannot thank HKNS enough for making our wedding day decor more beautiful than we imagined. From…read morethe start, Hasan listened to our ideas and added his expert touch to create a design that reflected our personalities. From our initial consultation to the final reveal, he was professional, creative, and attentive to every detail. He captured our vision and executed it flawlessly. Our family and guests raved about the decor. The level of detail was exceptional--from the elegant ceremony arch to the stunning centerpieces and the nice lighting that created the perfect ambiance. He also worked seamlessly with our venue and other vendors, making the entire process smooth for us. We highly recommend HKNS for their exceptional decor services and quality. - Rania & Prasanth