The Market Basket Downtown

02/28/2025

📣 Attention Vendors! 📣

We have 2 vendor spots left for our upcoming bridal show on March 8th, and it's first come, first serve! 🎉 Don't miss your chance to showcase your business to hundreds of brides-to-be and their wedding parties.

✨ Event Details:

📅 Date: March 8th

📍 Location: The Discovery Center Downtown and The Columns Downtown

💖 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: We’d also like to recognize our amazing sponsors who are helping make this event possible:

The Altoona Mirror 📰

Lightner Communications 📻

Altoona First Savings Bank 🏦

Secure your spot now before it's too late! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKhJzykFiGIkr9mZTBzBjShPOCSksKJDWMqA8RuyS-7TUdiw/viewform

Let’s make this bridal show unforgettable! 💍

Please complete all fields and submit form. REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL $150 REGISTRATION FEE IS PAID. Payment options: Mail check payable to Columns Banquet Center, 713 N 4th Ave, Altoona PA 16601. or request an invoice and we will provide you with a payment link to pay online. We understand...

02/28/2025

💍 Attention Brides-to-Be! 💍

Are you ready to plan the wedding of your dreams? Join us for an unforgettable Bridal Show on March 8th! 🎉✨

This is your destination to meet incredible vendors, explore stunning venues, discover gorgeous wedding attire, and so much more. Whether you're just getting started or finalizing the details, our bridal show has everything you need to make your big day truly special. 💖

🌟 What to Expect:

Meet top-tier vendors for all your wedding needs.

Enjoy live music, food tastings, and more.

Get inspired by creative wedding ideas and displays.

📅 Save the Date: March 8th 🎟️ Admission: Free to all Brides and Grooms! Only $5.00 for all others!

📹 Check out our event teaser video here: https://youtu.be/x-T4GlaB79E

Tag your bride tribe and join us for a day filled with love, laughter, and wedding inspiration. We can't wait to see you there! 💍💕

🌟 Join Us at the Ultimate Bridal Showcase! 🌟👰✨ Calling all brides-to-be and anyone else who loves wedding fashion! Get ready to be dazzled by the latest b...

02/03/2025

🌟 Join Us at the Ultimate Bridal Showcase! 🌟
👰✨ Calling all brides-to-be and anyone else who loves wedding fashion! Get ready to be dazzled by the latest bridal trends, stunning gowns, and exclusive collections at our Bridal Showcase. Whether you're dreaming of a classic, modern, or boho-chic wedding, we have something special just for you.

📅 Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025 🕒 Time: 10:00 a.m. 📍 Location: The Discovery Center

💖 RSVP Now and bring your bridal party for an unforgettable experience. Don't miss out on the chance to find your dream dress and make your wedding day truly magical.

Brides and Grooms register here:
cooksfamilybusinesses.com/event-details/2025-3rd-annual-downtown-altoona-bridal-showcase

🎉Vendors!!! There's still time to be part of this amazing event!🎉
Vendors register here:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKhJzykFiGIkr9mZTBzBjShPOCSksKJDWMqA8RuyS-7TUdiw/viewform

Visit our sponsors
Altoona First Savings Bank, Diamond Bridal, Altoona Mirror, and Lightner Communications

https://youtu.be/x-T4GlaB79E

Calling Future Brides & Grooms Join us for the 3rd Annual, Downtown Altoona Bridal Showcase hosted by Cook's Family Businesses. The event will take place at The Columns and The Discovery Center Downtown on 3/8/2025 from 10:00-3:00 with a runway fashion show from 3:00-4:00.

01/27/2025

🌟 Join Us at the Ultimate Bridal Showcase! 🌟

👰✨ Calling all brides-to-be and anyone else who loves wedding fashion! Get ready to be dazzled by the latest bridal trends, stunning gowns, and exclusive collections at our Bridal Showcase. Whether you're dreaming of a classic, modern, or boho-chic wedding, we have something special just for you.

📅 Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025 🕒 Time: 10:00 a.m. 📍 Location: The Discovery Center

💖 RSVP Now and bring your bridal party for an unforgettable experience. Don't miss out on the chance to find your dream dress and make your wedding day truly magical.

Brides and Grooms register here:
cooksfamilybusinesses.com/event-details/2025-3rd-annual-downtown-altoona-bridal-showcase

🎉Vendors!!! There's still time to be part of this amazing event!🎉
Vendors register here:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKhJzykFiGIkr9mZTBzBjShPOCSksKJDWMqA8RuyS-7TUdiw/viewform

Visit our sponsors
Altoona First Savings Bank, Diamond Bridal, Altoona Mirror, and Lightner Communications

https://youtu.be/x-T4GlaB79E

Calling Future Brides & Grooms Join us for the 3rd Annual, Downtown Altoona Bridal Showcase hosted by Cook's Family Businesses. The event will take place at The Columns and The Discovery Center Downtown on 3/8/2025 from 10:00-3:00 with a runway fashion show from 3:00-4:00.

01/15/2025

🌟 2025's Ultimate Bridal Showcase! 🌟
👰✨ Calling all brides-to-be and anyone else who loves wedding fashion! Get ready to be dazzled by the latest bridal trends, stunning gowns, and exclusive collections at our Bridal Showcase. Whether you're dreaming of a classic, modern, or boho-chic wedding, we have something special just for you.
📅 Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025 🕒 Time: 10:00 a.m. 📍 Location: The Discovery Center
💖 RSVP Now and bring your bridal party for an unforgettable experience. Don't miss out on the chance to find your dream dress and make your wedding day truly magical.

Brides and Grooms register here:
cooksfamilybusinesses.com/event-details/2025-3rd-annual-downtown-altoona-bridal-showcase

🎉Vendors!!! There's still time to be part of this amazing event!🎉
Vendors register here:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKhJzykFiGIkr9mZTBzBjShPOCSksKJDWMqA8RuyS-7TUdiw/viewform

Visit our sponsors
Altoona First Savings Bank, Diamond Bridal, Altoona Mirror, and Lightner Communications

01/28/2024

It was a true honor to be asked by Scott Reilly if we would share a little bit of our story with him. Jennifer Wiles-Cook and I are so excited to share this video that he has put together as part one of several. As we continue our vision of revitalization. This has not been an easy journey and we are still walking through the fire. But God. We have hope for the city we have hope for revitalization. It is time to change the perception of Altoona. Is time to start living in Joy.

https://fb.watch/pSdC8KxROG/?mibextid=ZbWKwL

01/19/2024

Are you in the wedding business? Whether you are another venue, florist DJ, or photographer or any other wedding related business . We have an amazing opportunity for you. There are still available spaces for more vendors. Sign up today! Space is limited.

CALLING ALL VENDORS!! MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE 2nd ANNUAL

DOWNTOWN ALTOONA BRIDAL SHOWCASE

WHEN: Saturday, March 16, 2024

11:00 am - 3:00 PM

WHERE: The Columns Banquet Center, 1206 11th Avenue, Altoona

and

The Discovery Center, 1421 12th Avenue, Altoona

REGISTRATION FEE $150 Limited space-first come, first served basis! Register now via the link below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeIcRNF1f4SEiCYan9gM0XpFM-MuymiSxBNUoX-LmvrOY8EMg/viewform?usp=sharing

12/01/2023

We have several openings at all 4 of our venues in the month of December. We will be offering last minute discounts. Last-minute wedding receptions, funeral meals, holiday parties, birthday parties, corporate events, and more. Call us today to set up a viewing 814-515-2796 or visit us at Cooksfamilybusinesses.com to check out all of our venues. Looking for catering for one of your events? We have you covered on that as well, though Cook's Kitchen or Lajo's.

11/13/2023

We are excited to launch our new catering menu. We will cater your event at any of our event spaces or prepare a meal for drop and go at your home or business location. Give us a call for pricing! 814-515-2796

09/30/2023

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09/01/2023

There is still time to schedule your holiday party at the Columns or the Discovery Center! We have several openings at the end of November and into December! Call us today for a tour! 814-515-2796 or visit our website TheColumnsDowntown.com to fill out an inquiry.

03/11/2023

We are one week away from our first annual downtown Altoona bridal show. We have amazing vendors that will be here to share their knowledge with you to help you plan your perfect wedding experience. There is still time to register for this much anticipated event being held Saturday March 18th 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at both The Columns Downtown and The Discovery Center Downtown. Brought to you by Lightner Communications, The Altoona Mirror, and Altoona First Savings Bank. Register today by going to our website www.cooksfamilybusinesses.com

02/18/2023

Attention brides and grooms to be! We made it even easier for you to register for the upcoming downtown bridal show. Just scan this QR code and follow the link to register today. Free for brides and grooms and only $5 per person for additional guests. We can't wait to see you. We are one month away!

01/24/2023

Congratulations to our owner Chris Cook. The Blair County Chamber of commerce has named him the Small Business Person of the Year Award honoree!

Join us to congratulate this year's honorees at the Chamber's Annual Meeting and Awards Presentation on Jan. 27 at the Casino at Lakemont Park at 7:30 a.m. Register by calling the Chamber at 814-943-8151 or online at www.blairchamber.com.