01/29/2023
The Edwards Family Legacy continues with this recent expansion. 1300 Fourth Events is now available for all types of functions: parties, gatherings, meetings, banquets, reunions, showers, weddings, receptions, etc.
Four rooms in total, varying in size and price ranges. Each room can be rented separately or more than one room to meet your needs. Also available is a large cook's kitchen which includes commercial appliances, spacious prep area and large sinks. It is of substantial size so there is plenty of room for your supplies and accessibility for several people at a time. There is access to a storage room where you can stow your extra items out of the way.
The look of The Town of Jonesville has vastly changed over the years. Many buildings of days gone by are no longer standing. We are very proud to still offer services in a building that was built in the 50's. Completely remodeled and updated, but with so much history in its bones.
It all started with Ms. Bertye and Mr. Frank, the original owners of Edwards Motel and Restaurant, in one of the founding landmarks of the town. Her love of pink was very evident from as far as the eye could see. The decor was definitely a statement. The exterior of the building was pink, the table tops, booths, leather chairs & booth seats covers and counter tops.....pink, pink, pink! Today, in front of the building sits a vivid pink bench in honor of Ms. Bertye.
The menu was extensive with made to order breakfast, homemade lunches and often still talked about fried shrimp and charcoal grilled steaks. Chances are you will hear stories from people that came through talking about what they miss from the old days of eating there.
In 1966 Billy & Mary Edwards became the owners with additions to the motel in 1999 and 2007. Our operation included the whole family and still does to this day. When we became the owners and operators, it was important to us to not only keep the tradition of the well known menu; but to also continue another tradition, the Home of the 5 Cent Coffee. Since Edwards Motel is on site, this makes 1300 Fourth Events the perfect place for your special occasions. Extra bonus of a very nice place to stay, right next door.
At 1300 Fourth Events, there is a unique touch of each room being named after our granddaughters. The Taylor Room was the original Cafe` and it held a long counter top where numerous cups of the 5 Cent Coffee was served. The PJ Room was the original dining room. Our local National Guardsmen were served many meals in this area. The Andie Room was the original Edwards Lounge which was added in the 60's. Last came the largest addition in the 70's, The Allen Room, which was named in honor of my maiden name. It was added on as an extra lounge area which featured many local bands. It has seen many dancing feet of local patrons and felt the vibrations from many musical beats along with hosting several banquets, charitable events and meetings.
Over the years, various services and functions have been housed in the building. Many a person has graced its doors. Oh, if these walls could talk what stories it could tell! For those that have been inside this loved building, I'm sure if you close your eyes, you could still pull from those memories. Maybe just maybe, if you listen carefully, you can still hear the clinking of coffee cups, prayers being said prior to the meal, children's giggles & cries, bits of conversations, notes of music, laughter and orders being called out to the kitchen (and to the owner's kids).
Family and community have always been and will always be important to us. We hope you enjoy the convenience of having a place available to meet a variety of your needs.
Feel free to come by to see the new facility and sit a spell on the pink bench.
FOR RESERVATIONS, CONTACT MARY EDWARDS
Phone: 318-403-0111
email: [email protected]
ROOMS & RATES
TAYLOR ROOM Accommodates 40 plus, $125 for 4 hours*
PJ ROOM Accommodates 35 plus, $100 for 4 hours*
ANDIE ROOM Accommodates 50 plus, $150 for 4 hours*
ALLEN ROOM Accommodates 75 plus, $175 for 4 hours
Includes its own restroom, inside bar with barstools, hanging rack with hangers & outside covered patio
*Rates for longer time frames available upon request
COOK'S KITCHEN Additional $50
Items included in rental: tables, chairs, black tablecloths, black chair covers, serving trays & chafing dishes
CLEAN UP
Renter is only required to remove their items and trash. There is a dumpster conveniently located behind the building. Staff will take care of the remaining cleaning.
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