Just Two Weeks to Go Until . . .

We are getting so excited about your upcoming celebration. From our end, here are things to cover: 

Guest Count: We need to know the number of guests you want us to plan on serving, both so we can order and prepare the food and beverages and so we can send you your invoice for catering. We do understand that it is very hard to get firm RSVP’s from people in this area, so are happy to work with you to feed more than expected if need be. We do need to know how many you reasonably plan to host.

Floor Plan. You should have the scaled floor plans by now, and even have sent them back so we can set up the spaces for you. (If not, click here!) Our tables are 60" round, and normally seat 8, 10 at a pinch (Click Here for list and dimensions). Most people seem to plan seating for about 2/3 of guests. We need an indication of number of dining tables, and placement and desired size of cake tables (60" round, 72" by 30" rectangular, or 30" high top round); do you want a gift and/or a registration table? We usually put the buffet tables near the kitchen in the southeast corner, but if you want elsewhere please advise. Show us, too, where you want the dance floor. And tell us if you want the stage, for which there is an extra set up charge. 

Premium Tables and Chairs. We do offer as many as 6 lovely wooden farm tables, available for an added charge of $50 each, and cross back wooden chairs, at $5 each. All are on site so there is no delivery charge. Click the button below to see the list.

Invoice. With confirmed numbers, menu and beverage plan in place, we will send you an invoice. We can invoice you for any incidentals after the event, and will also apply the deposit. All charges except those incidentals need to be paid prior to the event.

Access. Let us know when to expect you and your various vendors, especially the music team, the decorating and floral teams, and the cakes.

Sound and Light check. We need to arrange a time to run through the light set up with you. When works best? It takes just a few minutes but makes the event easy as lights are then preset to your specs. 

Event timing. Can you give us an approximate timetable of key events? Expected arrival time at F&G for guests, for bridal party, any other key times such as when do you want the food out, and roughly when do you expect to conclude the festivities.  Also, when do vendors plan to arrive: cake, florals, decorating, music team, photographer?

Music. Anything we need to help with there? As a reminder, loud music needs to end at 11:00 pm and Event conclude by midnight. 

Cake. Let us know when cake is to be delivered so we can prepare. AND remind your baker to provide boxes for you to take the cake home! 

Slide Show. if you plan one, bring a laptop to feed the projector. 

WiFi Network for Main Hall is First & Green; Password is 97First38901. For The Hide, it is The Hide 5G, password 149Green38901.

Flowers. If you do not have plans for your beautiful arrangements following your celebration, the Flower Ministry of the Grenada United Methodist Church will pick them up and deliver them to the aged and infirm on your behalf. Let us know if you want us to arrange this for you.

Leftovers. Please let us know if you want to take leftovers home, or allow your guests to do so, so we can plan to have the right containers ready. Any food you do not take with you we donate to the local food pantries and soup kitchen.

Team Leader Contact Information. Laura Williamson will be your team leader, assisted by others. She can be reached via text or voice on the First & Green phone number at 662 699 0498.

Emergency Services. We are very close to the police station and the sheriff’s department. Dialing 911 will bring service to you very quickly. Our team can help.

Photography. Often event photographers want to arrange photo sessions separately from the celebration. We do our best to accommodate such requests. Please give us as much notice as possible.

If we have forgotten something or your have questions, please text 662 699 0498 or email laura@firstandgreengrenada.com. We very much look forward to sharing your celebration and will do all we can to help you create wonderful memories. 

Regards from your First & Green Team, Deborah and Laura