The 228 in Sterling

04/07/2025

Planning a wedding? You may want some help. Here are a few professionals you may want to consider hiring:

Planning a wedding all by yourself can be hard because of all the details and coordination required if you want your wedding to go off without a hitch. That’s why a whole wedding industry around wedding planning exists to help take some of the load off of the couple while…

04/06/2025

In honor of Fresh Tomato Day, check out this yummy appetizer - tomato rounds - you could have from Cordials Catering at your next event at The 228.

04/03/2025

Here's a little birthday party inspiration in honor of American Circus Day:

When Harry’s parents reached out to me to help them plan and design “The Greatest Harry”’s Circus-Themed first birthday party, I was impressed by their attention to detail and how important it was to them to create an experience for their guests! I knew then that this was going to be a fun c...

04/02/2025

Here are a few things to consider when you're choosing a wedding theme:

The best weddings are personal and include things important to the couple. One of the better ways to make your event more personal is to have a wedding theme. You can also use this theme to help pull together all the various elements of the wedding into a unified vision.…

04/01/2025

Check out these cool book-themed wedding cakes in honor of Edible Book Day!

What happens when literature lovers marry?

03/31/2025

In honor of Eiffel Tower Day, check out this birthday party inspiration:

In this post I'm sharing ideas on how to create a Paris Themed party for a birthday, bridal shower or any girly occasion.

03/30/2025

Not sure where to go on your honeymoon? Check out potential locations with a virtual vacation in honor of National Virtual Vacation Day such as those from

Explore the world/globe from home with virtualvacation.us! View live footage from different cities, or even take a guessing quiz!

03/29/2025

Here are a few ideas for couples who want to add a little DIY decor to their wedding: https://www.theknot.com/content/wedding-decorations-diy

03/28/2025

Here are a few tips you can use to see if the cost of a DIY wedding project is worth it:

A handy guide on how to cost out and what to consider before taking on your own craft or wedding DIY project, so you don't blow the budget!

03/27/2025

Not sure which projects for your wedding you'd like to DIY? Here are a few tips on which types of projects you may want to avoid: https://www.weddingbee.com/article/wedding-planning/ceremony-reception/when-is-wedding-diy-not-cost-effective/

03/26/2025

Are you planning to DIY part or all of your wedding? Here are a few things to consider:

All the awesome-looking ideas on Pinterest may tempt you to try a few DIY projects for your wedding. However, there are some things you should take into consideration before planning DIY wedding projects. These 6 tips will limit the risk you’ll end up with a wedding catastrophe. The Look You…

03/25/2025

It's International Waffle Day! Check out this yummy appetizer Cordials Catering and Beverages just added to the menu: chicken and waffles with cranberry Wensleydale cheese. It may just be perfect for your next event at The 228!

03/24/2025

In honor of National Cocktail Day, check out this mimosa bar display from Cordials Catering and Beverages. A perfect option for your next shower at The 228 in Sterling.

03/21/2025

It's National Crunchy Taco Day! Check out this delicious taco bar from Cordials Catering and Beverages from one of our past events at The 228 in Sterling.

03/09/2025

In honor of Barbie Day, here's a little Barbie-inspired wedding inspiration:

'Boho Barbie' Chic, Fun Filled and Extravagant Pink Wedding Inspiration - a frothy world of pink decoration and over the top glamour

03/07/2025

Not sure how to break down your wedding budget into different categories? Here's a sample breakdown to help you get started. You can always adjust it based on your priorities:

A Wedding Budget Checklist with a complete breakdown of potential wedding expenses, including the percentage of your budget you may want to reserve for…

03/05/2025

Not sure how much to budget for your wedding? The average wedding cost in MA is around $42,000, but the median wedding cost in the US is closer to $10,000. Here's a bit more information to help you figure out how much to expect to spend:

The average cost of a wedding is currently $33,000, and the median is $10,000. Learn more about wedding costs and financing them.

03/04/2025

If you're trying to come up with ideas for a shower menu, why not consider a pancake station? Food stations are really popular right now. In honor of International Pancake Day, here's a little inspiration:

This fun and creative "build your own" pancake board with all the toppings is perfect for breakfast, brunch, and even brinner!