Cloister In The Woods

06/09/2016

If rain is good luck on your wedding day, then Britni and Eric are the luckiest couple around! This fun-loving couple didn't need to worry about weathering any storm; the high energy, laughter, and love was felt by all that night!

Cake: Cakes By Karen
Catering: 95ate5 Brew Pub
Florals: Sarkey's Florist
Music services: Chicagoland DJ Services
Photography: Machnik Photography

04/20/2016

Spring may bring the showers, but all this March wedding received was showers of LOVE! We couldn't be more thrilled with the joy and elegance Alaynia & Ryan's wedding brought to each other and every family and friend in attendance!

Photographer, Heather Ferreria Design & Photography, brought to life all the beauty, tenderness, and laughter of the evening! And with a great selection of food stations prepared by Comfort's Catering, the Boren wedding was a huge Spring success!

02/16/2016

We're so excited to announce our annual St. Patrick's Day dinner at Cloister in the Woods brought to you by Comfort's Catering!

SUNDAY, MARCH 13th, from 3PM-7PM

Call today to reserve a spot for this all-you-can-eat holiday tradition!

(Kids pricing and carry-out available).

01/07/2016

Last month, Pantone revealed its 2016 colors of the year: Rose Quartz & Serenity. These two soft, lush colors, without doubt, will pop up all over the social event scene! If light pink and blue decor captivates you and your theme, here are some gorgeous and creative ways to incorporate the year's hottest color scheme!

01/04/2016

Let's start celebrating the new year!!!

Do you have an upcoming event this year and need a venue to host your special occasion? Let's schedule a tour and information meeting! This week's availability is Mon, Tues, Th, Fri, and Sat! Call or email and I'll look forward to showing you our beautiful space.

11/18/2015

Tis the season for holiday parties!

Call today for a quote and availability! We would love to host your seasonal event this year.

11/03/2015

It was such a joy working with this couple for their elegant show-stopping reception. Nicole and Michael know how to throw a party for the ones they love. With bagpipers performing during the cocktail hour, photobooth for fun memories, and full draping of the venue's interior, no guest would leave this event without some great memories!

Vendor Credits:
Florist: Flowers by Steen
Cake & Groom's Cake: Cakes By Karen
DJ/Photobooth/Draping: Ever After Events
Videographer/Photographer: Shane and Abby Photography
Caterer: Comfort's Catering & 95ate5 Brew Pub

11/02/2015

Shannon Leamon Photography really captured the essence of this beautiful wedding party and the contagious joy of the day! Thank you, Shannon, for your great work!

Allison + Steve | Highland, IN

What a good looking wedding party and they were a ton of fun!

The girls makeup was perfection. My compliments to Dana of True Beauty by Dana!

11/02/2015

October was truly a phenomenal month with fanciful and romantic fall weddings. If you haven't heard, October is the new June of the wedding season. And with designs and themes like Allison & Steve Yonkman's wedding, who can blame them for maximizing the woodsy rustic lure of a venue in the autumn woods!

Vendor Credit:
Florist: Monarch Florist and Events
Cake: Calumet Bakery
DJ & Photobooth: Spinnin' Productions
Photographer: Shannon Leamon Photography
Caterer: Comfort's Catering & Restaurant

10/29/2015

Amy and Manny had all the right stuff going on for their reception. What makes an event a lasting impression is not just the chosen venue but all the vendors who bring their expertise to the night. Here's a great big thank you to the vendors who made the Santos wedding so astounding:

Florist: La Petite Fleuriste
Wedding Cake & Groom's Cake: Beck's Crown Bakery
DJ: DJ Luniks Entertainment
Catering: Comfort's Catering & Restaurant
Late Night Taco Bar: Jarabe- Mexican Street Food
Photographer: Forever October Photography

10/26/2015

What a great night celebrating the newly married Jen and Nate Keene this weekend!!! With a gorgeous autumn theme and a lively crowd, Operation Getdown DJs did a fantastic job capturing some of the night's magic!

09/23/2015

A gorgeous day, a fantastic couple, and beautifully captured photos from AB Photo Shots Photography LLC! Thank you Melissa & Ryan for sharing your fabulous celebration with us!

Here are a few teaser shots from yesterday's wedding shoot. Melissa and Ryan had a perfect day with beauitful weather, surrounded by wonderful friends and family. The ceromony went without a hitch and the reception was a blast.

There are more photos to come! They will be uploaded to www.abphotoshots.us/browse as they completed.

PLEASE feel free to share our photos :)

Thank you and have a great week!
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872.216.7427

09/09/2015

Let's get ready to RUMBLE!!!!

How about starting off the fall season with a Chicago Bears themed wedding! Laura and Rich created both a soft, elegant, yet subtly masculine theme drawing from their love of football and the Bears! Table numbers were transformed into table players/jersey numbers. And a Chicago sports-themed chalk board sign at the es**rt card table revealed their journey of love and ever after.

The gorgeous cake was created by Cakes By Karen and the beautiful bouquets crafted by Kathy's Florist.

Thank you to Keith from The Music Men for keeping the jams solid all night long!

And thanks for a lovely dinner by Comfort's Catering & Restaurant.

We wish Laura and Rich a lifetime of wins both in marriage and on the field!

Go Mr. and Mrs. Thomas!!!

08/13/2015

Congratulations, Amy Troy, for helping us reach our first Facebook milestone: 100 Likes!!!

We appreciate everyone's support and engagement on our page and hope to keep delivering great content from our lovely events! Without your celebrations we'd have nothing to celebrate. Thank you for letting us be a part of the joy. :D

08/05/2015

Kara and Billy's wedding shower was a perfect summer celebration! Complete with citrus/flower centerpieces and a bubbly mimosa bar. Sparkly mini-cupcakes from the talented Designer Desserts and delicious cake pops from Cakes By Karen dazzled on the dessert display. Lunch was catered by Comfort's Catering & Restaurant.

Thank for you for celebrating with us! Happy marriage to you both!

06/12/2015

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04/01/2015

What a great time celebrating the soon-to-be-married Sara & Tyler this past weekend at their wedding shower.

Hosting a bridal shower soon? Check out the adorable "towel cake" Sara's mother put together for her! Topped with a ball & chain bride and groom figurine. ;)

For similar creative ideas: http://tinyurl.com/ksdht74

Vendors:
Cake: Almira's Bakery
Caterer: Comfort's Catering & Restaurant

03/01/2015

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02/28/2015

Pining for warmer days?! Well see how Meghan and Justin find warmth within the pines.

These darling photos brought to you by Ashley Eiban / http://www.ashleyeiban.com

02/16/2015

Come hungry, all ye lads & lassies! We're holding our annual St. Patrick's Day Dinner Buffet (all you can eat)! It's so good, it might make you do an Irish jig! :D

Saturday, March 14th. Event starts @ 4pm with last seating at 7:30pm.

MENU:
Corned Beef, Smoked Butt, Cabbage,
Butter & Parsley Red Potatoes, Carrots,
Haluska, Salad Bar, Irish Soda Bread,
Dessert

Cash Bar Available

RESERVATIONS & ADVANCED
ORDERS APPRECIATED

02/04/2015

What a view! 😄🌲❄️

These grounds make my task all the easier: they show themselves off.

02/03/2015

Apparently our brides aren't the only ones who look fabulous in white! ❄️

01/08/2015

The "wedding crashers" made their grand appearance. You never know when they'll be dropping by.

01/06/2015

Thank you MRS. Deanna Gillis for your kind words! We absolutely loved working with you and Elisha and wish you both a long and joyful marriage!

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01/06/2015

Still in search for local vendors to help make your special day one to remember? Be sure to check out the NWI Bridal Expo in Valparaiso on Sunday, Jan. 18th!

Some of the Cloister's own highly recommended vendors will be in attendance such as Artlynn Photography & Catalyst Productions.

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01/04/2015

Get your planning on! The Cloister is ready for an EVENTful year celebrating YOUR special occasion! Book your appointments now to secure a date for 2015/2016!!!

12/10/2014

"Baby, it's Cold Outside"

A perfect seasonally-themed baby shower for an all too fitting December weekend. Pink and silver ornaments sparkled above a crisp white backdrop. And baby, that cocoa station kept everyone warm and festive.

Vendors:
Curtain Backdrop: A Posh Production
Caterer: Comfort's Catering

12/05/2014

It's a Cloister Christmas!! All decorated and set for tonight's corporate Christmas party.

Let the festivities begin

11/11/2014

Attention all MILITARY BRIDES: if you're still looking for that perfect gown for your upcoming wedding, you might qualify for a FREE dress!!!

Sponsored by Brides Across America, our local Elegance Evening & Wedding in Highland has partnered with BAA for qualifying brides to offer FREE wedding gowns on Nov. 11 and 12.

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FREE WEDDING GOWNS FOR MILITARY BRIDES

11/06/2014

Get a jump start on your holiday shopping with handcrafted local gifts!

Stop by the Cloister in the Woods on Saturday, Nov. 15th from 9:30-4pm for a wide selection of artisan goods made by the Friends of Hospice.

11/03/2014

Check out these stunning photos of Carie & Tim, one of our August newlyweds, by their photographers, Cathy and David!

http://cathydavidphoto.com/chicago-photographer-weddings/crown-point-wedding-photographer-carietim

Chicago Wedding Photographer, Crown Point Wedding Photographer, document a wedding at Cloister in the Woods in Crown Point, Indiana.

11/03/2014

A blustery start to November appeared only appropriate for this wintery themed bridal shower.

Deep blues and sparkly silver decorations dressed the tables for this upcoming January wedding celebration. Photos of Jessica and Michael floated above the mimosa bar while scrumptious quiche and mini-carver sandwiches were devoured by all.

Best wishes to the soon-to-be Mr. and Mrs!!!

10/27/2014

Bold and bright, the vibrant colors for the set the atmosphere ablaze for a fun-filled celebration.

With a hand-made bean bag toss game (crafted by the groom himself), Andy and Kaitlyn made sure their guests enjoyed the evening (and the warmer weather to boot).

Credits:
Cake - Sharon's Custom Cake Designs
DJ - Main Event Music
Caterer - Comfort's Catering