In the Blink of an Eye

By Taylor Checchia I’m sure you’ve heard time and time again, that your wedding day is over in the blink of an eye. You spend months and months planning your memorable day; selecting a venue, crafting a personalized menu, finding those seemingly perfect floral arrangements, locking in that photographer who captures those special, candid moments, and securing the most talented-energetic-crowd pleasing entertainment in the area.  So much time is dedicated to creating your dream wedding and perfecting your big day, that it only makes sense that you don’t want it to be over in the blink of an eye! Here at West Hills Country Club, we have created a customized wedding package that seems to slow down time! Yes, you read that correctly!! By selecting a Reception Stations menu package, you are [...]

2025-03-11T11:33:15-04:00April 23, 2018|Weddings|

Your Wedding is on What Day of the Week?!

By Taylor Checchia When you get a wedding invitation in the mail, you are almost always expecting for it to be taking place on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. But not anymore!! Say goodbye to traditional, and say hello to weekday weddings! Thursdays, are the new Friday! Hosting your wedding on a Thursday is past the point of, “becoming popular.” It is now a thing. It’s part of the norm!! Thursdays, and weekdays in general, are the new normal for many reasons. Here are just a few: Many venues offer midweek pricing, which is significantly less than weekend pricing. Nothing changes; you get everything you would normally get on a weekend, but sometimes for a quarter of the price…sometimes even more of a discount than that! Selecting a less expensive day of [...]

2025-03-10T12:16:49-04:00April 17, 2018|Past West Hills Weddings, Weddings|

Your Guests’ First Taste of Your Wedding

What is the first thing every one of your guests will want as soon as they arrive at your wedding? (No, before the food…) A drink! Here at West Hills, your guests are offered your signature cocktail from the moment they arrive at your wedding. Your signature cocktail is the first piece of your wedding that your guests will experience. It is your first chance to show off your taste, theme and personality, so you definitely want to “wow” them! If you dare to type in “signature cocktail recipes” on Pinterest, you are bombarded with hundreds of ideas and instantly overwhelmed. Here are some tips to finding the perfect recipe for you. Talk to your wedding venue! Your event coordinator may just have a list of ideas (much shorter than Pinterest) waiting [...]

2025-03-10T12:17:01-04:00April 16, 2018|Cuisine, Summer, Weddings|

Springing Into Wedding Season

By Krista Lewis Three words you will always hear the West Hills team say; we LOVE Spring! That feeling of the sun kissing your skin with a cool breeze brushing by, the sight of the flowers blooming and the fresh smells that accompany  it, the butterflies in your stomach when you wake up to the birds chirping…it doesn’t get much better than that. That is why it is a “no-brainer” when you ask us our favorite time of year for weddings. The colors are unbelievable. Soft oranges and purples with pops of bright pinks and yellows.  This makes for awesome wedding photos!! Plus, it’s not too hot and not too cold! The temperatures are just right. Kids are always excited when they finally get to go outside and play, so why can’t [...]

2025-03-11T11:32:32-04:00April 13, 2018|Weddings|

It Means What? It Came From Where?

Ever wonder where "something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue" came from? Or why sometimes a glass gets broken during a ceremony? Read more to find out about some of the most popular wedding superstitions and practices—and their origins.     Something Old, New, Borrowed & Blue - We've all heard this rhyme used when someone gets married, but what does it mean? Wearing "something old" represents the bride's past, while the "something new" symbolizes the couple's happy future. The bride is supposed to get her "something borrowed" from someone who is happily married in the hope that some of that person's good fortune rubs off on her. "Something blue" denotes fidelity and love. Wearing a Veil - This custom traces its roots back to Rome. Fearing evil spirits were jealous of her happiness, [...]

2025-03-11T11:32:24-04:00April 30, 2017|Weddings|

Stephany & Jessica – September 15, 2016

Photographer: Windcatcher Photography Videographer: Preston Films Entertainment: Music Speaks Volumes Thursday, September 15, 2016 was a beautiful day here at West Hills Country Club. Clear skies, 73 degrees and sunny, you could have called it picture perfect. And that's exactly what is was. Stephany and Jessica had been planning their wedding for over a year, making sure everything was perfect down to the last detail. With many DIY pieces, they did an incredible job creating a natural, classic country feel. Congratulations once again Stephany and Jessica. It was truly an honor to host your wedding here at West Hills Country Club, and we wish you both nothing but the best as you take on this wonderful and exciting chapter in your new life together. <3 Stephany + Jessica // West Hills Country Club from Preston [...]

2025-03-11T11:32:09-04:00February 4, 2017|Past West Hills Weddings, Weddings|

Is it true there are 5 languages of love?

“If we learn to meet each other’s deep emotional need to feel loved, and choose to do it, the love we share will be exciting beyond anything we’ve ever felt.” —Gary Chapman Ever had an argument with your partner and the phrase “You just don’t get it,” or “I’m not a mind reader” entered the conversation?...Yeah, I’m pretty sure we have all been there. If they only knew how you were feeling and truly understood where your point of view was coming from. That’s basically of the idea behind the concept of love languages. It's breaking down the 5 different ways people love, and understanding those differences. By doing this, and really applying some of the tools learned, you can make any relationship flourish. This concept was created by Dr. Gary Chapman, and in my [...]

2025-03-11T11:31:43-04:00December 11, 2016|Uncategorized|

Is a First Look a Good Idea?

If you are planning a wedding, I am sure the thought of doing a first look has crossed your mind. The debate between seeing your partner before the ceremony or waiting until the ceremony to see one another can be taunting. Which is the right choice? Before I go any further, let me explain what a first look is. A first look is a new and modern trend where the couple has the opportunity to see one another before the wedding ceremony. One person is usually positioned looking away out over the golf course, by the willow trees , or someplace with a beautiful back drop. Then, their partner will meet them and they see each other for the first time on their wedding day. This very intimate and highly anticipated moment [...]

2025-03-11T11:31:22-04:00November 21, 2016|Uncategorized, Past West Hills Weddings, Weddings|

Jessica and Matt – June 4, 2016

Florist: Lucille's Floral of Fishkill Photographer: Erica Lee Photography “When two hearts are meant for each other no distance is so far, no time is so long, and no other love can break them apart.” I'll never forget the day when this beautiful couple walked into my office with their precious daughter Ava. From the moment I met them, I just knew that they belonged here. Their gracious, fun and gentle personalities beautifully matched their wedding colors and decor, and their pure love for one another was nothing short of magical. This truly is what it is all about. Hugs and Kisses, Mallory

2025-03-11T11:30:47-04:00July 17, 2016|Past West Hills Weddings|

Elizabeth & Matthew – June 3, 2016

Photographer: Erica Lee Photography Flowers: Meadowscent Florist Videographer: Pioneer Media Liz and Matthew's Wedding Preview at West Hills Country Club in Middletown, NY from Pioneer Media on Vimeo. I had met with Elizabeth and Matthew for the first time back in August of last year. When the couple came in with her parents, you could feel the excitement in the room. They were on the search for their dream wedding venue and after one more week of continuous searching, they let me know that they had finally found it. One thing that stood out to me during my time planning with them is how Elizabeth's sweet and warm personality balanced perfectly with Matthew's energetic and goofy side. They truly fit so well together. June 3rd finally approached and the wedding was nothing short of spectacular. The soft pink, white and blush colors [...]

2025-03-11T11:30:13-04:00June 20, 2016|Past West Hills Weddings|
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