Preferred Vendor | Historic Hibernia Hall

Looking for a venue in the Burlington/Southern Iowa area?  Make sure to check out Historic Hibernia Hall!  Hibernia Hall, the old St Pats Church, offers 2100 square feet for your wedding or next event.  Chairs and tables are provided for a capacity of 190 people.  Catering kitchen included - renters choose their own food and beverage source!  For more information, visit their website here.

Contact Dennis Wilson for reservation information at 319-850-7770 or at denniswilson4@mchsi.com   

{Hibernia Hall is a member of the Preferred Wedding Book}

Reception Venue | Burlington Howard Johnson

We recently took a trip down to the Howard Johnson in Burlington, and were so impressed by their venue!  The ballroom is gorgeous!  If you are planning on having your wedding or event in the Burlington area, contact the HoJo at 319.237.8000 for a tour or more information.   We are currently working on hosting a bridal show at this venue this coming Spring - stay tuned!  {For all our upcoming shows, click here}.
Here are a few photos of previous events held in the ballroom:

PS, have you heard about the brand new bridal boutique in Burlington, Princess Boutique?!  Their dresses are absolutely amazing, and they have superior customer service!

Preferred Vendor Spotlight | Cannon Studios

If you want to get your marriage started off on the right foot, you might want to consider taking dance lessons!  Cannon Studios in Cedar Rapids offers lessons to engaged couples who want to take their first dance to the next level in a no-pressure, relaxed atmosphere.  Markus Cannon is an industry expert who is fun and easy to work with.  Markus will work with the bride and groom to choreograph an opening and closing for their first dance as a married couple.  You may decide to include your wedding party as well!  They have a brand new studio, and would love to help you make your special day even more memorable!  


Cannon Studios has also teamed up with The Secret Cellar Wine and Gift Boutique to bring you a ceremony and reception location option.  They can host intimate parties of up to 150 people, a separate room for the food tables, a spotlight for special dances, a projector, a great sound system, a huge parking lot, and more!  

For more information about Cannon Studios, visit their website or Facebook page.

- Emma L. Barden

Vendor Love | John Ernest Vineyard & Winery

We are excited to introduce one of the newest vendors to join WeddingsinIowa.com; the John  Ernest Vineyard & Winery.

This beautiful venue is located in the heart of Iowa near Tama.  With more than 9 years of experience, their family-owned-and-operated vineyard & winery provides delicious wine, friendly and personalized customer service, entertainment opportunities and a gorgeous view of their grapevines.

Come join them for their Mardi Gras Party on March 10th from 6-9 pm.  They will be celebrating the release of their 2012 wines.  Live Music with Nick Stika from Dogs on Skies.  For more information, contact Jamie Busch-Upah at 641-484-8048.