My Secret Weapon For A Perfect Meal! Alpine Events takes the…read morecake for catered events on the mountain. I tried their Thanksgiving "Sides-Giving" in 2024 to ease my stress level of preparing a perfect turkey & side dishes. Alpine Events provided me such an impressive spread for my guests! Their chicken apple sausage stuffing was a show stopper, their roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes with gravy had everyone swooning. And their relish tray was so thoughtfully put together, fresh and HUGE! I stashed that cranberry / raspberry spread just for myself, late at night, atop those delightful rolls. So good. Bonus: When I picked up my order, I was astounded at how lovely their dining area is. Gorgeous high ceilings with rustic exposed beams, lots of windows allowing the natural light to dance in and they've got their liquor license! Where have I been to miss this? Can't wait to sign myself up for their next pop up dinner. I'm hooked!!

I just wrote a review for Jan & Dani catering our sons wedding on June 14th for 260 people. It was…read moreAMAZING! A Taco buffet like no other, many compliments on the food. We also had Busy Bee catering do the rehersal dinner at Alpine Events and they did an amazing job for 52 people with appetizers, and an amazing salmon & chicken dinner followed by fresh homemade strawberry shortcake! the bar had many lovely wines, etc to choose from. The setting for having a private party for GAME SHOW NIGHT OF "TOAST OR ROAST" followed by intimate sharing of this bride and groom was like no other place in Rhododendron. It was intimate, lovely and yummy!! Thank you Jan & Dani, you made the evening so special and memorable. Todd, Tony and other servers for the drinks & food were personal and professional, they served with joy. Thank you also for decorating with the orange runners, flowers, candles and banner we brought. It was all beautiful! We appreciate you! Janey & Jeff

Attended a wedding in this Nursery and it was an amazing venue. Fabulous party space. And you have…read moreflowers and plants already around you in abundance.

Blockhouse and Pomarius Nursery were the gorgeous green setting for our wedding. It is beautiful…read moreand a photographer's dream. Our guests loved the unique and intimate space. Only quirk is that there may likely be a train going by during your ceremony, like it did during ours. But honestly, it added to the charm of the day. The staff is easy to work with, and their list of preferred vendors is comprehensive.

We stopped by Camp Angelos near Dabney State park on the Sandy River since my friends are planning…read morea wedding there. It looks like a great outdoor location. In fact, it's booked eleven months in advance on weekends already. (If you're interested it's worth a call to see if someone cancelled.) I love their idea to have a long weekend wedding. With people traveling from afar for the wedding, why spend one night together. Why not spend a whole weekend together? There are hotels nearby in Troutdale 10 minutes away for older family members that can't camp or those that don't care for camping. Within a thirty minute drive are lots of hikes and waterfalls or downtown Portland for visitors to explore. There are numerous spots that overlook the Sandy River and the beach on the river has a pavilion with a giant fire pit and warming log ovens. My friends are planning a whole pig roast here. Up at the main lodge is the big hall with a hidden kitchen area. It has high wood beam framed ceilings with tall windows. It also has a nice back deck for enjoying the fresh air and cocktails. Behind the lodge is an outdoor pizza oven pavilion next to a charming grape arbor. I can't wait to use that! To the side of the lodge is a cute fishing pond fed by a natural waterfall with a gazebo. It's undergoing renovations right now, but will be fantastic when finished. The gazebo is apparently an awesome spot to put the bar so adults can mingle and relax away from where the kids like to cavort. In front of the lodge is a large lawn edged with giant cyprus trees, perfect for large ceremonies. There are also a couple of other nice locations along the river or in a meadow for smaller ceremonies. There's so many great spots for wedding photos, the photographer will go crazy: the grand porch, the waterfall, the grape arbor with twinkle lights, the gazebo and pond, riverside on the beach, at the caboose, or, heck, even shooting on the archery court. We will be decorating with twinkle lights near outlets, candles in mason jars hung in the trees, banners, garlands, and flowers, just enough to make the natural setting pop. Oh, and we will whip up a special flag out of some nylon and paint for the flag pole. There's basketball, archery, baseball, volleyball/badminton locations. I think it may be bring your own equipment or rent it though. I will find out and post an update. There seems to be good hiking through the fern forest along the Sandy. There's two classrooms where day care will be hosted by family friends over the weekend in case parents want to adventure. Other than the wedding day, time will be spent larking about the property perhaps even doing a scavenger hunt. Camp-style bunk-bed cabins can hold 144 guests. It's communal bathrooms, camp style, but the maintenance is good. There's a few rooms in the main lodge with an extra entrance of their own. Also, a caboose with beds is tucked in the forest by the archery range. If an arrow goes awry, the steel will protect you. You are also welcome to pitch tents where you like. They also just put in new mattresses on all the beds. It's going to be an awesome camp adventure wedding weekend. Going old school for the wedding!

It's now been nearly two months since our wedding at Camp Angelos and we still have friends and…read morefamily tell us how amazing our venue was! We rented the entire camp for the weekend, including all cabins and most buildings for our guests, and were blown away by the accommodating staff, gorgeous grounds and rustic experience. Mary Jo and her team bent over backwards to answer our questions and schedule multiple visits over the year leading up to the wedding to allow our families and vendors to plan our event, and we couldn't have asked for a better wedding as a result. This was the perfect venue for two Portland natives who love the outdoors. Thank you, Mary Jo and team, for a truly unforgettable weekend at your stunning property!

We had our wedding reception here in August and everything went really smooth. The venue is very…read moreunique with a really nice outdoor patio in the back. The air conditioning was working well. The sound system also was very good. Rahel and her husband were very helpful. She helped us get a bartender who we really liked as well. The reception went really well and everyone had a blast. The outside was also very nice with plenty of space for guests to relax and children to play. Compared to the other venues we looked at it was above and beyond. Also, there are virtually no neighbors so there's no need to worry about loud music and there's a ton of parking. It's only 20 minutes from downtown Portland and Vancouver so quite convenient as far as location goes as well.

This venue was amazing ! What a beautiful space to bring people together for any occasion. The…read morehosts are very attentive and so willing to help with anything. They were thorough with their process of set up and reachable via phone or text at any given time. They provided us with everything we requested. No complaints what so ever. Every single person commented on how amazing the venue was. We have already rebooked for another event! Thank you Rahel for such a great experience

I've staged three dances here over the past two years, and the venue is great, with a nice stage &…read moredance floor + great acoustics. Helpful folks running the place. 30 minutes from Portland, so attract both locals and PDX folks.

You want a jarring reminder of why it's good to know the things you've learned with a bit of time…read moreand distance from your past? Try visiting your significant other's old stomping grounds. There's something about Corbett with its crazy wind corridor barreling down on the inhabitants at all times and acres of former farmland. Somehow, it makes the teens take crazy risks with their lives, which is probably the story of teens everywhere in the U.S. But I hear about JB's life as a teenager in Corbett and I'm given a jumble of Dazed and Confused-style antics involving drunk driving, class cutting, and nature walks, not always in that order. You can understand why my outsider's perspective on the small town of Corbett is a little skewed. So when JB's band had the opportunity to practice in the Columbia Grange Hall in Corbett, it was a bit of a revelation. Beyond providing the setting for countless truant excursions out on Rooster Rock, Corbett contains a simple wooden building just off the main highway where the local citizens organize. The grange once served as the physical space to educate people about family farms as well as lobby for more federal money for local farmers. These days, the Columbia Grange members still do a lot of work with food. They collect food items for some residents in the Sandy River area and pass out lunches to seniors once a week. They also use the space to hold craft fairs and flea markets. My friend's grandmother volunteers not just her time but her amazing stores of energy and commitment to her hometown. One sticky summer day, she unlocked the entrance and let her grandson's band loose on the small stage. The fledgling band, with JB on the left side with his guitar, looked pretty happy on the stage despite the lack of air flow. They ran through their set several times. As I chugged down one bottle of water after another, I surveyed the wooden planks along the floor, the ancient piano, and the steeple-shaped ceiling. Every structure appeared like an object time-traveled out of Corbett's history. It wasn't my past, which felt kind of odd. But I watched my boyfriend do what he loves on that dusty stage in the place where he went to high school, and it felt like that place could be part of my history, at some point.

A Dream Wedding Venue with Amazing Owners!…read more We had our daughter's wedding at Redland Family Farm, and we couldn't have asked for a more beautiful or accommodating venue. From the start, Adelle and Tim were so patient and helpful, even with the many questions and requests we threw their way. They always responded with kindness and made the entire process so much easier for us. They went above and beyond on the wedding day--Adelle even helped turn simple cheesecloth into gorgeous curtains, creating a warm and romantic entryway for the bride and groom. The venue itself is stunning, with two separate suites for the bride and groom to get ready, a large parking lot for guests, onsite staff to assist throughout the day, and the most breathtaking oak tree and sunset views you could imagine. Adelle and Tim are such a wonderful couple to work with, and their property is truly a gem. If you're looking for a venue that combines natural beauty with caring, hands-on owners, Redland Family Farm is the perfect choice!

We cannot recommend Redland Family Farm enough! Adele and Tim were truly incredible to work with…read more From the moment we arrived, we felt so taken care of - the venue is not only stunning, but filled with heart and intention. You can tell it's a family-run space, and that makes all the difference. We got married on a chilly summer solstice day with unexpected rain, and Tim was constantly stoking the fires to keep everyone warm and cozy. Even with the weather, there were so many beautiful, usable spaces for our guests to enjoy. The property is breathtaking in every direction, rain or shine! Adele and Tim were the kindest, most accommodating hosts. The whole day felt warm, welcoming, and so well supported. If you're looking for a venue that's as thoughtful as it is gorgeous, this is it. We are so grateful we chose Redland Family Farm - it was the best decision we made, and we would recommend it to anyone in a heartbeat!

The Troutdale House was the perfect choice for my kiddo and their bride. The owners, Laura and…read moreMartin, were warm and welcoming, and went above and beyond to make our wedding happen in what was an unprecedented winter weather event. Casey, the event manager, was great at running our rehearsal, given our last minute changes to the ceremony spot. They have so many included options for you to choose from if you're on a budget, and while we didn't use many of them, they were a welcome option!

This place never seems to disappoint. I always seem to find new nooks and crannies to take…read morepictures. This wedding I decided to head towards the river and take pictures. Enjoyed the graffiti under the bridge. See this weddings pictures or more photos at stunningportraitphotography.com

Went today to Carver Event Center to tour the venue for our vow renewal in 2027. All I can say is…read moreWow! The venue is gorgeous and Jenn puts alot of love and work into it. Would highly recommend to other couples looking for a wedding or renewal venue with beautiful nature around. Prices are reasonable and staff goes above and beyond.

I am a professional wedding photographer and have had the pleasure of working with Carver Event…read moreCenter many times! I just love how many options for backdrops and setting there are to take beautiful photos! I also love historic properties, and have watched this one go from dirt floors rooms to the amazing restored school house it is today! If you are looking for a venue for your wedding or event I would highly recommend them!

What a lovely and welcoming event location. They set up a beautiful dinner in the historical Air…read moreB&B Farmhouse for us. Really outstanding service!

I cannot express how grateful I am for Muriel, Jenny and their phenomenal staff who helped me for…read more2.5 years planning my dream wedding through Covid. Muriel was always so understanding, listened to our every detail and seriously delivered when we were finally able to have our wedding! Not only had the entire venue really come to life with all of the decorations, but before the ceremony my hubby and I got to take a look inside the barn and I couldn't help but cry at how incredibly gorgeous it was. The Adeline Farms team really made everything more gorgeous than I could have ever imagined! Annika was with me (bride) the entire time making sure I had what I needed and was on time. She was so sweet and helpful! Matt the bartender was just the absolute best! The entire night he made sure my hubby and I had the drink of our choice in hand and he was so nice to everyone. I cannot say enough times how grateful I am for this amazing team! I also had Muriel's planning services and she just was a dream to work with and helped make our big day the best day of our lives! Photo credit goes to Liza Standish Photography!