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    ivorybunny    October 30, 2011   Ocala, Fl

    I woke up today to receive a voicemail that the site where I booked my ceremony/reception will not be able to host the event. It will be under construction. I have 79 days until my wedding- can someone please give me words of wisdom, advice, and a game plan from here? I'm trying not to freak out but it feels as though the world is caving in.

     

     

     
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    HoneyBear    March 17, 2012   Texas/ Isla Mujeres

    What the hell!!!! Thats crazy. Start calling places tomorrow, who knows, you might be able to get a good deal since the date is so close?

     
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    tksjewelry    June 25, 2011   Omaha

    How can they do that with a contract in place?

     
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    AmuseMeMusically       Oklahoma

    I'm with tksjewelry, there might be legal courses of action you could pursue. I know I would!

     
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    AmuseMeMusically       Oklahoma

    double post...

     
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    mile end    October 15, 2011   Toronto

    I agree with @AmuseMeMusically, if you can get some legal advice, I would. Did you pay a deposit already? You may be able to sue them for breach of contract.

    Other than that, just start calling other places, and tell them your story. I bet that they would love to have your business, and will help you out.

     
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    ivorybunny    October 30, 2011   Ocala, Fl

    There's a line in the contract that states the lessor shall have the right to cancel this agreement with one week's notice- so that's on me. The thing they knew the building was being revenatored but promised it would be completed by Oct. 1st- and what's worse- there were two weddings booked prior in the month- I feel bad for them too. It's the auxillary center where I work- I was getting a good rate for being an employee too.

     
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    I saw that you are planning a Halloween wedding, is that right?  What type of place are you looking for? 

     
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    Mrs.ChubbyBunny    October 1, 2011   Texas

    @ivorybunny: I would start calling around and being honest with the potential venues about what happened to you. I would hope that being in your situation, that they would be more than willing to help you out. I am sorry this has happened to you, I hope things work out. Keep us updated!

     
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    ivorybunny    October 30, 2011   Ocala, Fl

    @creativeplannertobee: Originally we thought about have the ceremony at a funeral home and the reception at the house- but finding the ACC building was a great because we rented it for 2 days allowing ample time to decorate. Now it's like starting at ground zero again.

     
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    mile end    October 15, 2011   Toronto

    @ivorybunny: That's tough. As long as you can get your money back. Is that in the contract?

    I agree with other posters, just start blanket-calling all the venues in your area, and give them your story. Someone is going to be able to help you out.

     
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    Annabelle86    July 2, 2011  

    You may also want to think about non-traditional venues, I have heard of brides having receptions in bowling alleys or, if you know someone with a nice yard you could have an outside tent reception as a backup plan. If you live close to a beach maybe have the ceremony there, just really try to broaden your ideas so you dont miss anything that might work.

     
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    organizedbride11    November 11, 2011   Illinois

    I would start calling new venues for sure, just to be safe. BUT I think that this is rediculous. This could be something worth pursuing. Do you have a contract? If so what does it say about cancilation on their part, are going to get yourmoney back to put towards another venue? Im so sorry to hear this. I cant even imagine.

     
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    atalante    May 19, 2012  

    What about a local community hall, or firehouse?  

    Don't overlook restaurants either.

     

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