Such a beautiful building for hosting the Welcome Home Veterans of Foreign Wars, especially those…read morethat served in Vietnam. It was an annual ceremony given for Veterans and their families, who have served and were not recognized and given thanks for all they contributed for freedom. Especially interesting was a POW soldier who was in an enemy prison for 6 years. There were many stories shared. All branches of the armed forces were there and they were key note speakers. Also some political representatives (local). They had a fantastic buffet meal for all.

I haven't been to Martin's West since senior prom, well over 20 years ago. The decor kinda looks…read morethe same but it's still so clean, nice, vintage elegance, the service is top notch and so is the food! My family celebrated a 90th birthday dinner at Martin's West, June 2025. Zero complaint. As appetizers we chose Swedish meatballs, chicken tenders, meat and cheese fruit. For dinner we chose mini crab cakes, jerk chicken, turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, green beans, veggie lasagna and rolls. We chose an open bar option with plenty of wine, champagne and beers. I wish I could have taking some of the jerk chicken, crab cakes, turkey, mashed potatoes and stuffing home! It was THAT good! Homemade good! Highly recommend, wheelchair accessible!

Came here for an event last night & wow this place was phenomenal!! The food was amazing & the…read moreatmosphere was so nice and friendly, Alex made the best espresso martinis & was fun to talk to. I will definitely want to use this place in the future for an event of my own

In a deja vu Saturday, I enjoyed the same meal here as last year. Chicken corn chowder hidden…read morebeneath a golden puff pastry. Yummers. Great service at the banquet and bazaar. Coffee, tea, delicious salad and mini desserts.

I would like to start off saying I would NEVER recommend or book with Rendezvous by Maria (Mitzie)…read moreReich LLC (also known as Reich World Events Services) business' again. This business has demonstrated a consistent lack of professionalism, honesty, and communication. The issues began when Maria double booked the venue we contracted through her. Instead of contacting me to discuss the error, she sent an email on a Friday evening confirming a different venue she had already booked without my approval. We approved a decoration mockup created by her assistant; however, the day-of execution did not match what was agreed upon. The tablecloths provided were wrinkled and visibly damaged, including holes and mold. Although Maria stated replacements were on the way, the issue was not properly resolved. Additionally, the table runners were the wrong color and there was not enough inventory, resulting in mismatched runners, which was not part of the agreement. Maria was not present for setup, leaving the work to her assistant and others, which contributed to poor coordination. After the event, I communicated my dissatisfaction with both the planning and execution. Maria stated she would provide compensation in writing, which never occurred. Our contract also included a $200 refundable deposit, which she acknowledged would be returned. It has now been nearly three months, with repeated follow-ups and no resolution or refund issued. While personal circumstances were cited as the reason for delays, failure to return a contractual deposit and follow through on written commitments is unacceptable. This business did not meet contractual obligations, and I would strongly advise against booking with this business!

A Golden Celebration to Remember! If I could give Rendezvous…read moremore than five stars, I would do it in a heartbeat. We recently celebrated our 50th Wedding Anniversary at the Holiday Inn in Gaithersburg and I was naturally a bit anxious about making such a massive milestone feel special. From the moment we sat down with the Rendezvous team, specifically Mitzi and her daughter-in-law, Abby, all that stress just evaporated. They listened to every detail that I specified and gave me suggestions and other choices to choose from. Right from the start, Mitzi and Abby made me feel comfortable about my decision to hire them. The decorations were beautiful. They managed to strike that perfect balance between "Golden Anniversary" opulence and warm, inviting intimacy. The floral arrangements, all fresh flowers, were spectacularly elegant. The tables were set up as I specified, with gold table cloth, napkins and place settings. They transformed the Holiday Inn ballroom into something that felt both nostalgic and sophisticated. Our guests haven't stopped talking about how beautiful the room looked! Now, let's talk about the food. Prior to our event, Mitzi and Abby invited us to a food tasting event where there were about a dozen dishes that I could choose from. And they delivered! The appetizers were creative and flavorful, and the main courses and desserts were cooked to absolute perfection. As for the service, the Rendezvous servers were well trained, attentive and professional. In conclusion, Rendezvous treated our very special celebration with the respect and care it deserved. They didn't just "cater" a party; they hosted an experience. To the entire team: Thank you for making our golden year shine so brightly. If you are looking for a caterer who actually listens and delivers beyond your expectations, look no further than Rendezvous! ________________________________________

Awesome showroom. They have such great stuff! My clients love them! They have lots of great finds,…read morecandles, signs, mirrors... you name it they have it. Such a great place to get that vintage and classic look for your wedding or any event. Check them out!

We used Vintage Affairs for couch rentals for our wedding in DC. The couches we rented were…read moreamazing. Jonathan at vintage affairs was great to work with. The delivery guy was on time, despite the streets being closed around our venue due to protests and marches. I would highly recommend Vintage Affairs for furniture rentals for your wedding day.

Attending an Indian wedding ceremony at Dulany's Overlook, this review is from the perspective of a…read moreparticipant v. a bride or groom. Here's our experience. 1) Parking: Located up a long driveaway, there was enough parking for guests without it feeling cramped. 2) Space: For the Indian ceremony, we were outside in their garden. It was beautiful, but also very cold on a windy April evening. Luckily, there were blankets for guests, but it was COLD. The cocktail hour was below the barn with powerful heaters. Upstairs in the old barn was the reception. It felt a little tight for 150 guests, but not bad. 3) History: The property is on an old farm with a brick Colonial era house. The house is where the wedding party got ready for the ceremony. I couldn't find record of this easily online, but it's safe to assume the former owners of the house enslaved people pre-Civil War. It's important to note so we don't take that lightly.

I recently attended a wedding at Dulany's Overlook, it's a beautiful location for a rustic, barn…read morewedding. From my limited interactions with the staff, they seemed friendly and helpful. The groom's getting ready area was nice and had a lot of games/activities to keep the men happy throughout the day, as us ladies got ready. We were actually quite jealous of all of the fun things they had- the bridal suite had nothing! My biggest complaint would be that the bridal suite was overrun by bugs- wasps, stink bugs, and lady bugs. The staff was friendly and did their best to remove the wasps (the only bug we cared too much about), but it was still a bit gross.

Hello All, We got…read moremarried on 11/12/2022 at Seasons At Magnolia Manor on a beautiful day. The theme was Under the Sea and the venue did a SPECTACULAR job! They set up everything, took down, packed my car for me after the reception. The team at the venue are AMAZING! The DJ (Cameron), gave me "Homework" to do before the big day of lists of activities and what songs to play for each item. He was VERY organized and followed the paper to a T with other songs that he felt would keep the party going. He also during one of the Vendor Nights at the venue gave us suggestions on what type of alcohol to buy and how many with garnish suggestions as well. Jennifer the venue owner was PHENOMENAL! Every question I had, every concern I expressed and every emotional moment I faced, she was there for me. She has one of the biggest hearts and is such a caring person. Picking this venue was one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life. There were days where my stress was taking over and I was worried that I would've forgotten things, but Jennifer and her calming voice reminded me that everything was going to be okay and they have everything handled. Amy Mosser and her husband Mike just blew me away with not just my engagement photos BUT with all of their hard work, dedication and care just made everything so smooth. I am not confident in myself since I started gaining weight because of my PCOS. BUT, Amy and Mike helped me fall in love with myself all over again and helped me boost my confidence by how they show how much they care about how I felt about my pictures. On my wedding day, Amy is pregnant and is running up and down stairs, outside, and just constantly moving. I did not see her sit down for even a minute and I was just amazed at how she made everything look and feel so flawless. She was very good with my autistic brother Patrick who I was sure he was going to take her home with his snuggle bears lol. Mike was not just my 2nd photographer, he was also my Officiant. Let me tell you, he let me know constantly how honored he was to be our officiant, BUT I was honored that he was so excited to do that for us and how he cared so much about our small details. Once I was down the aisle, the ceremony was maybe 10-15 minutes. But to us that was more than enough since we are not super religious and did not want a long ceremony. A few days before the big day, Mike called me on the phone and spoke to me about how things were going to go and wanted to know details about Jordan and I's relationship. He made sure the small details were in his speech and that it was a surprise to us . The Videographers were AMAZING! We used Mid 80s Media and let me tell you, they were amazing! They were constantly on the move making sure they captured every precious moment and little details that I am sure others have missed in other Weddings. They were very kind, patient and communicated well with everything. I am super excited to receive my video. The Seasons At Magnolia Manor team went ABOVE and BEYOND my expectations and I could not thank them enough. Please go on a tour with them and check out the venue, you will NOT be sorry. They love what they do and can do any theme your heart desires. BRIDES-Jennifer and her team do NOT make you feel like a paycheck like other venues do. Please give them a chance you will NOT be disappointed

PLease read the negative reviews about Jennifer and the venue. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend…read morethis venue or its owners, Jennifer and her husband. They required temporary heating for client events and rented heaters from us for months, but failed to pay their invoices or return the equipment. I would advise anyone considering this venue to reconsider. If you are a vendor, insist on payment upfront to avoid the same issues we faced. Jennifer often made excuses about being sick or out of town, which complicated the situation further. There are plenty of other venues around that maintain a higher level of professionalism and reliability.

This review is for the Underground Railroad Hike at Woodlawn Manor. The guided tour is given from…read moreApril till the end of October. You can sign up online through WoodlawnManor.org or you can show up 10 to 15 minutes before the 10am start time on selected Saturday Mornings. The hike can go from two miles up and two miles back, in some cases they may only go 1 mile and give you the choice to continue on the trail. There are bathrooms located at the Carriage House (the visitor center). Here you can pick up free pamphlets and maps that tell you about all the historical sites available throughout the state of Maryland. We had a group of around 25 people and we took on a trail close by, on the other side of the property. I recommend bringing a light jacket, small snack, and bottled water. Our guide John was very engaging and told us a variety of stories about enslaved people that escaped from Maryland, he answered questions along the way, and had pictures to aid in his presentation. He asked questions to help us engage ourselves to think how enslaved people would, as we traveled through the woods looking around for clues, sites, and hiding places. I really got the sense of how smart and connected to the landscape you would have to be in order to survive this journey. I don't want to spoil it for you, but one of the most intriguing people that we learned about was Ann Maria Weems, at the age of 15, she ran away from her slaveholder in Rockville, Maryland, disguising herself as a male carriage driver and escaping to British North America, where her family was settled with other slave fugitives. The information given is brief, but enough to make you go do your own research. We came to certain landmarks in the forest that would have likely been used as markers for those running to freedom. While this trail is not the actual Underground Railroad, the trail serves as a good example of how an escape route would be devised given the resources needed to hide and camouflage one's self for safety. A small fee is charged, less than $10. There are outdoor picnic tables available for visitors who want to sit for a while or host their own lunch. They also offer group hikes and field trips. I highly recommend this trek, it is a real eye-opener to the experiences of the African American hero's who lived to tell an amazing story of thier survival and path to freedom here in America.

This is a wonderful cultural icon in the county that features beautiful and well marked trails, as…read morewell as a small museum which speaks of the local and county history. A great opportunity for intergenerational bonding while taking a walk on the approximately 2.5 mile walk.

Royalty Venue customer service was top notch and polite with personal concern by Robin. The venue…read morewas quaint, clean and sufficient for our brother Kenny's repast Fri 3/18. We would definitely reserve Royalty Venue again in the future!

Great venue for everyone. Provide royal treatment. It's a great venue to host any event inside and…read moreoutside.