Venues and Brides

Money well spent

Some people think having a wedding and reception is a waste of money.

My husband is quick to respond when he hears this comment. The following are his thoughts on the topic:

It’s not all about the money. Your daughter’s wedding is also an appreciation party, and a time to get all of your family and friends together. A wedding is a time to show your love for your daughter and her husband-to-be, by helping send them off into the world of marriage properly. Saying the vows to each other is celebration — not just money spent — and should be enjoyed by family and friends.

A wedding gives the newlyweds the chance to spend time with the extended sides of both families, sometimes for the first time. This can help the newlyweds down the road, by renewing old relationships and making new ones. A marriage is about joining two families into one.

If you are religious, a wedding can have spiritual significance. Some consider it a sacrament. It is a time to commit to each other in front of God.

A wedding is also a time for the parents to share their happiness with their friends, too. As parents, we are so proud of our children. Weddings are a time to socialize with the people who are important in your child’s life and yours.

Wedding gifts can be practical and truly helpful. The guests who go beyond the call of duty by bringing the couple amazing gifts and money can help send them out into the world with a little less stress.

As my husband says, “The money spent on your daughter or son’s wedding is money well spent.”

Ellis Ranch Event Center and Wedding Park

2331 Ellis Ranch Lane Loveland, Colorado 80538

970-593-9570 ellisrnacheventcenter@gmail.com

Elegant Weddings on the Ranch

This beautiful wedding was held at the Ellis Ranch Event Center in the “Sweetheart Town” Loveland, Colorado The happily married couple is Mr. and Mrs. Luck and Elizabeth Schmidt on March 23, 2013.

Rhema Faith Photograph photos of this wedding are amazing. Ranch weddings have become so popular. When hosting a wedding on a ranch a bride so many options, rustic or eleganct. This bride I think was able to capture both.

Shirley with Cherished Events did such a beautiful job with the draping, chair covers and head table.

Ellis Ranch Event Center & Wedding Park

2331 Elis Ranch Lane Loveland, Co. 80538

970-593-9570 ellisrancheventcenter@gmail.com

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Oh So Yummy!

We so enjoy being able to highlight our preferred vendors and Beth with Creative Cakes by Beth is such a special one to do and so yummy. We have worked with Beth for the last couple of years and wow, her cakes are so tasty, beautiful and Beth is such a delight to work with.

She is always ready to go that extra mile.

Beth recently graduated from the Pastry School program at August Escoffier School of Culinary Arts in Boulder, Colorado. She was one of the five finalist for the 9 News (Colorado NBC News) Colorado Cake Ace Competition 2012

If you are tired of the boring generic cakes you see all over the internet, why not get creative with Creative Cakes by Beth!

Creative Cake specialize in custom cakes for all occasions at affordable prices. They even offer free delivery to Fort Collins, speedy service (2-day notice, but prefer 1 week notice for fondant prep work and creativity), competitive pricing and all creations are custom made (no kits are used). Barbie, Cookie Cakes and cupcakes are also available.

With the new focus on Gluten Free products Beth now has Gluten free cakes.

If you’re interested in ordering a wedding cake or other cakes from Creative Cakes by Beth you may contact me using the form to the left or call (970) 420-1091 to set up an appointment (appointments for wedding cakes only).

Creative Cakes by Beth (Facebook Fan Page)

Ellis Ranch Event Center & Wedding Park

2331 Ellis Ranch Lane Loveland, Co. 80538 970-593-9570 ellisrancheventcenter@gmail.com

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Your northern Colorado wedding minister

When I think of Rev. Kent of his warm and personalized weddings. You have the ability to choose the style, faith and locations for your special day and sacred vows. We have worked with Rev. Kent for years and honored to do so and also honored to call him a friend out side of officiating weddings at our Wedding Ranch.

He offers traditional, contemporary, and spiritual based on your beliefs.

Rev. Kent is an Ordained Master of Divinity, in San Francisco Theological Seminary in1965 and has been conducting weddings now for over 30 years! He had married couples in Colorado, Hawaii, California, Oregon and Massachusetts.

Many Officiates require premarital counseling Rev. Ken does offer this service but does not require that.

Rev. Kent has traveled to spectacular wedding locations around northern Colorado and the Front Range to a quiet, romantic location you choose. Some of the spectacular locations close by include Estes Park, the Rocky Mountains, Fort Collins, Greeley and the “Sweetheart City” of Loveland.

He will help you plan and personalize your wedding ceremony including the wedding vows, music, unity candle, or any other special steps you want to include, making this special wedding ceremony the wedding of your dreams.

He really stressed your ceremony should be unique and special to you, created to meet your spiritual beliefs and personalities. As your wedding pastor, he would like to meet you to get to know you personally, and help you create a wedding that will express your commitment to one another. Some of his ceremonies have included:

A unity candle to bring families together
Writing a love letter to use as your vows
A mountaintop wedding can raise a relationship to new heights
Throwing stones in the river offers best wishes to the new couple

Make your wedding memorable with a theme and special music

When you have a minute I would recommend you giving Rev. Kent and scheduling a visit with him, you will love this man.

Rev. G. Kent Robertson Loveland, Colorado  the “Sweetheart City”

Visit www.RevKent.com for more info and testimonials

Loveland, CO – “The Sweetheart City”

(970) 593-1326

Ellis Ranch Event Center & Wedding Park

2331 Ellis Ranch Lane

Loveland, Co. 80538 970-593-9570

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Did you know?

Did you know the Ellis Ranch Event Center and Wedding Park has many uses?

Many have the misconception that we only host weddings and receptions. For the most part that is a true statement because we are one of Colorado Premiere Wedding Venues but we have hosted many other events and activities.

Just to give you some something to think about for the future here is a list that came to mind without much thought, your imagination can be endless.

1) Reunions

2) Graduations Parties

3) Anniversary Celebrations

4) Fraternity and Sorority Parties

5) Fundraisers

6) Church on the Ranch Celebrations

7) Memorials

8) CD Release Parties

9) Private Bachelorette or Bachelor Parties

10) Team Building Events

11) Christmas Parties

12) Any kind of Banquet

13) Company Parties

14) Wine Tasting Parties

15) Bridal Shows

16) Product Introduction to new clients.

17) Meetups / Networking Groups, I could go on and on but I think you get the point. Hope to see you at the ranch in the near future.

Ellis Ranch Event Center & Wedding Park

2331 Ellis Ranch Lane Loveland, Colorado 80538

970-593-9570 ellisrancheventcenter@gmail.com

Looking for that perfect look? Look no Further!

One of the greatest honors the Ellis Ranch has had, is when you get to watch a young lady grow up and become an amazing women. Heather is not only a personal friend but also one of the Ellis Ranch’s favorite wedding vendors we get to work.

Heather has the sweetest and caring personality and treasures every bride that wishes to have her wedding hair done by her. As a fellow vendor and friend if you are looking at having your hair done on your wedding day or just a new look prior to your special day I wouldn’t look any further then Heather at Shear Revolution. She does amazing work with color and cuts. The hairstyles she comes up with for our brides on their wedding day would win awards.

Shear Revolution is an independently owned and operated hair salon that has been serving the community of Loveland, CO since March 3, 2008. Heather, a resident of Loveland for over 21 years, owns Shear Revolution. She came across the opportunity of owning her own salon at the age of 20. Heathers life dream since she was little was to always do hair and to have her own salon someday, somehow!

Heather is proud to say that 5 years in, the salon is doing VERY well.. Heather could not have done this without the help of her amazing family, friends, CLIENTS, and everyone who made Shear Revolution become what it is today!! She would like to give a very special thanks to everyone who believed in her and knew that she could do it. It has not been a very smooth road, but well worth the bumps and turns and ups and downs. Shear Revolution is continuing to grow more and more everyday thanks to all the wonderful people that have helped Heather out.

Heather received her training and education from Hair Dynamics in Fort Collins, CO and is pivot point certified and trained. While in School Heather received Honor Roll certificates and worked the front desk as a receptionist. Heather continues her education and refreshes her skills and keeps up to date by attending classes in the area.

Shear Revolution offers affordable and reasonable rates on services for Men, Women and Children. Haircuts, highlights, low lights, color, Wedding and Formal Styles, and much more!

Shear Revolution Specializes in Hair for Wedding Parties and is proud to be a preferred vendor for Ellis Ranch Wedding and Event Center. We offer many discounted rates for any brides and bridal parties for your special day!

Heather and her team will travel to the destination for a reasonable rate!

Heather can be reached Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday –  9:00 am- 5:00 pm   Thurdday- By appointment Only

Saturday: 9:00 am- 4:00 pm

Sunday: CLOSED   Evenings after 5 are available by  APPOINTMENT ONLY

Shear Revolution (Facebook Fan Page)

 970*613*1885

430 E Eisenhower Blvd

Loveland,CO 80637

Map and Directions   Shear_Revolution@hotmail.com

Ellis Ranch Event Center & Wedding Park

2331 Ellis Ranch Lane

Loveland, Colorado 80538

970-593-9570 ellisrancheventcenter@gmail.com

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Are you ready for the name change?

Changing your name after your marriage can be a very tedious process. There is will be numerous places you will need to make sure you go thru the proper way in change your name, like, government agencies, financial institutions, and insurance companies.

Some places require that you appear in person to do the name change and some do not. Be sure and check with them first.

The first thing you will need to do is get several copies of your marriage license. You will need to obtain certified copies, not just photocopies from the agency that filed your marriage license. Some agencies keep your copy of the certified marriage license; you will always keep the original copy for your files. After reading my list below will give you some idea how many you may need.

I would recommend that you begin with the Social Security Administration Office in your city. You should begin with them because they will need your current name and ID number for payroll tax withholdings and retirement benefits. You wouldn’t want a mismatch between your social security number and your name. A mismatch may bring a rejection of your tax return.

You will need to file Form SS-5 with your local Social Security office to obtain a new Security card. When you notify you’re the Social Security Office you will be updated with the Internal Revenue Service of your new name.

At this point you now will be able to update the following list with your new name.

1) Driver’s License

2) Voter Registration

3) Vehicle Titles & Registration – you will need to check with DMV for

instructions.

4) Financial Institutes, Bank account, savings, loans

5) Insurance Companies – medical, homeowners, and vehicle

6) Utilities

7) Credit Cards

8) Schools and alumni associations

9) Doctor Office

10) Passport

11) Landlords

12) Post Office

13) Employees / payroll

14) Order new business cards, checks

15) If you have a will you will need to make that change

Tip: Order or make some name change cards to insert when you pay a bill or any correspondence. The returns sticky’s are great.

Warning:

Because a woman traditionally takes her husband’s name when she is married, a certified copy of your marriage certificate is sufficient documentation for a women’s name change even if it doesn’t contain a space for your new name. A man may need court papers, not just a marriage certificate, to get new documents after marriage if he wants to change his name. (Copied from eHow.com)

Ellis Ranch Event Center & Wedding Park

2331 Ellis Ranch Lane Loveland, Colorado 80538

970-593-9570

Posted in Bridal Shows, Brides, Colorado, Colorado Bride, Colorado Wedding, Country Weddings, Couples, Ellis Ranch, Location, Loveland, marriage licenses, Northern Colorado, Ranch, Receptions, Rocky Mountains, Rustic Weddings, Sweetheart City, Uncategorized, Venders, Venues, Wedding, Wedding Ranch, weddings on April 14, 2013 – 6:43 pm | Comments (0)
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Spot Light Vendor…One of the Best…Photography by Van Pelt

We would like to do this week Spot Light Vendor on Photography by Van Pelt.

We met Cody several years ago when he was hired to work on one of our weddings. We could tell Cody and his team really new how to work a room. After seeing the photos taken at the ranch we knew for sure that we wanted him on our team. We work with so many photographers and I have to omit many should not be offering their services. Just because you have digital camera doesn’t make a photographer.

Another quality Cody has in our opinion is that Cody solely contributes his success to God! He’s developed their personalities, patience and experience throughout the years to make them better and better ever.

When visiting with Cody I found out that he used to be an underwater photographer on Maui when his wife lived there for a couple years. His brother had a portrait studio in their home when he was growing up; Cody said he was around 12 years old. So he had a great opportunity to learn a lot from him.

Cody not only shoots weddings but also services his community by photographing close to 1,000 students last year. He also was honored with shooting the Romney campaign. They had him photograph Ann Romney’s campaign stop in Loveland last year.

Mrs. Northern Colorado U.S. Universal 2013 also had him do her pageant photos recently (Melissa Nobi, who was once a bridesmaid at Ellis Ranch, by the way!

One of things we admire about Photography by Van Pelt is his dedication to his community and giving. Photography by Van Pelt, Inc., feel that it’s important to be involved in their community and to give to the great community that is giving so much to them. If your group or organization needs help with fundraising, please contact us to find out if it would be a good match.

Some of the groups that they have contributed to are:

Compassion International Children’s Hospital

9 News Health Fair Wolf Sanctuary

Immanuel Lutheran School Rocky Mountain Raptor Program

American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life

A Little Imagination Resurrection Christian School

Loveland High School Mountain View High School

Sierra’s Race The Lauren Project

Windsor High School Football CSU Athletics

For the Love of Kobi Christ Fellowship Development Center

The Baby Foundation Loveland Classical School

What His Clients Are Saying…Just A Few That Were Listed on His Web Site…WOW

“We absolutely loved Cody and Emily! They did an amazing job at our wedding and made everyone feel at ease on a crazy hectic day! Thank you guys so much for making our day even more special and most of all – easy!! You guys ROCK!” - Stephanie Schneider-Lebsock & Sean Lebsock

“Getting my senior pictures done with Photography by Van Pelt was really fun, I felt relaxed the whole time, I loved how my senior pictures turned out! Thanks!” – Britta Berg

“I had an incredible experience with Photography by Van Pelt. My wedding pictures were the single most important thing to me on my wedding day. My pictures came back and they made me cry. Cody captured everything I wanted and more! He is incredibly professional and talented. Everyone I know has been telling me how incredible my pictures are. I will never go to anyone else to take pictures of my family! i would highly recommend them!” – Krista Guerin-Dean

“Cody is just awesome! We did an engagement shoot before the wedding and even then he was just a delight to work with!” – Noelle Lex-Pepin

Would we recommend Cody and the team Photography by Van Pelt, you darn right we would. We know our day is going to run smoothly for the day when we see Cody arrive.

Photography by Van Pelt, Inc., is located in Windsor, Colorado. They photograph all over the northern Colorado area (all throughout Colorado, Wyoming and Nebraska).

Photography by Van Pelt, Inc.

970-412-3783

www.PhotographybyVanPelt.com

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Ellis Ranch Event Center & Wedding Park

2331 Ellis Ranch Lane Loveland, Colorado 80538

970-593-9570 ellisrancheventcenter@gmail.com

Posted in Brides, Colorado, Colorado Bride, Colorado Wedding, Country Weddings, Couples, Ellis Ranch, Grooms, Location, Northern Colorado, Photographers, Receptions, Rocky Mountains, Rustic Weddings, Sweetheart City, Uncategorized, Venders, Venues, Wedding, wedding facilities, Wedding Ranch, weddings on April 9, 2013 – 12:42 pm | Comments (0)
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Your imagination can be endless.

Did you know the Ellis Ranch Event Center and Wedding has many uses?

Many have the misconception that we only host weddings and receptions. For the most part that is a true statement because we are known as one of Colorado Premiere Wedding Venues but we have hosted many other events and activities. Brides come to from all over Colorado and across the nation. After all we are located in the Sweetheart City of Loveland.

Just to give you some something to think about for the future here is a list that came to mind without much thought, your imagination can be endless.

1) Reunions

2) Graduations Parties

3) Anniversary Celebrations

4) Fraternity and Sorority Parties

5) Fundraisers

6) Church on the Ranch Celebrations

7) Memorials

8) CD Release Parties

9) Private Bachelorette or Bachelor Parties

10) Team Building Events

11) Christmas Parties

12) Any kind of Banquet

13) Company Parties

14) Wine Tasting Parties

15) Bridal Shows

16) Product Introduction to new clients.

17) Meetups / Networking Groups, I could go on and on but I think you get the point. Hope to see you at the ranch in the near future.

Ellis Ranch Event Center & Wedding Park

2331 Ellis Ranch Lane Loveland, Colorado 80538

970-593-9570 ellisrancheventcenter@gmail.com

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May we make a hotel suggestion?

As a Wedding Venue, our brides always ask for suggestions from florists to caterers and about where their families should stay. We work with thousands of vendors every day all year long so we pride ourselves in knowing what does work and what doesn’t. This applies to our local hotels and motels and bed and breakfasts. We get to know all the managers and we visit the location. We watch these facilities closely to make sure they are up to the Ellis Ranch standard of excellence. We take our recommendations seriously because it is our reputation on the line also.

Today I would suggest you checking in with Loveland’s Hampton Inn. You can count on friends to make your special day truly memorable.

Celebrate with your friends at Hampton Inn Loveland. When you stay with them you are with friends, their place is your place for all of your wedding guests. At Hampton Inn Loveland they love having you there and they prove it to you every day.

The Hampton Inn Loveland is a beautiful newly renovated hotel. Enjoy a hot expanded buffet breakfast each morning made fresh, with plenty of light and healthy choices on the menu. Amenities include an indoor heated pool and whirlpool, fitness center, and a microwave and refrigerator in each room. The personal touches the Hampton has to offer include coin operated laundry or a dry cleaning/valet service. Sleep in comfort in our “Dream Suite” bedding.

The hotel is “kid friendly” with cribs and high chairs available. Stay with them and take advantage of the Hilton Honors – Double Dip with both hotel and airline miles and points. They are located within walking distance from the Outlet Malls of Loveland and in close proximity to the Promenade Shops and Centerra.

Hampton Inn Loveland
5500 Stone Creek Circle • Loveland, CO 80538
970.593.1400 • www.hampton-inn.com/hi/loveland

Ellis Ranch Event Center & Wedding Park

2331 Ellis Ranch Lane Loveland, Colorado 80538

970-593-9570 ellisrancheventcenter@gmail.com

Posted in accomdations, Brides, Chamber of Commerce, Colorado Bride, Colorado Wedding, Country Weddings, Destination, Hampton Inn, Hotels, Location, Loveland, Motels, Northern Colorado, Receptions, Rustic Weddings, Sweetheart City, Uncategorized, Venders, Venues, Wedding, wedding facilities, weddings on April 1, 2013 – 10:16 am | Comments (0)
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Venues and Brides

Money well spent

Elegant Weddings on the Ranch

Oh So Yummy!

Your northern Colorado wedding minister

Did you know?

Looking for that perfect look? Look no Further!

Are you ready for the name change?

Spot Light Vendor…One of the Best…Photography by Van Pelt

Your imagination can be endless.

May we make a hotel suggestion?

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