Personally a great venue, until when waiting for a drink the bartender chose to ignore me and my…read morefriends for one other part of the bar for 40 minutes, completely ruined the otherwise pleasant experience just due to one bar worker. Lex was a completely unprofessional and acted like a child. Dissapointed.

The team here is amazing. We host corporate events from small (100) to large (300) here and always…read morehave great service! Everything is always clean, bar is well-stocked, communication is awesome. I've also attended many weddings here on top of hosting holiday parties and enjoyed each one very much. You pick the way you want it done and they will do everything they can to make it happen! I cannot say enough good things about the owners and as long as you are respectful of the venue and policies (not super restrictive) you will have a perfect event here!

Always looking to try new places, this one appeared on my radar. A small store front on main…read morestreet Mt. Vernon, it's a nice addition to the downtown. They have wine, antiques. Some local beers-in cans, and an assortment of snacks and salads. The ambiance is somewhat like walking into grandma's house. Comfortable and cozy. They do have a patio that was not an option on The day hi visited due to the weather and I understand they have a lower level available for events. The staff was friendly and helpful with a selection of their wines. I've liked their wines for some time, so no surprises there. A definite stop or go to place for an intimate evening with friends.

This is a wonderful winery to visit, I bought two bottles on the way out! If your in the are you…read moreshould definitely stop by!

This is a great gallery with a variety of mediums to capture your creative interests. From clay…read morepottery and glass blown art to paintings and stonework, there is something for everyone. I also found prices to be reasonable and affordable. The owner, Mark, is a delight, and the artists are quite personable. I had the pleasure of meeting a few of them and even walking away with a beautiful piece from one of them, Chris Sell. There is a parking lot right outside the door and a ramp to support accessibility. They make good use of the space they have, displaying pieces at every turn without making you feel like you are going to bump into something. I recommend checking it out if you haven't yet.

From the owner: 22+ Regional artists displaying all medias of art from oils, acrylic and metals to glass, stone and…read morewood. Owner Deb has a working studio. Classes are taught from age 4 to advanced. We do all styles of art parties/events for kids to teen classes to adults. We help with family therapy and team-building for businesses. We also do limited restorations. On Saturdays 2-5PM, we have an Artist Forum open to all artist, all mediums, all levels. A free for all chat session for motivation and sharing of spirit and ideas. No program, no fee, just camaraderie and fun for anyone.

Recently attended a wedding reception at this venue. I would recommend it to anyone. I don't know…read morethe costs or availability but the facility and service to we guests was great. Planning a wedding or larger gathering, give these folks a call. It is a real addition to the area. oldbuck

From the owner: Our spacious wedding and event venue features romantic lighting, high ceilings, a built in stage…read moreand a full service bar in 11,000 square feet of space. Whether you are planning a corporate meeting for 100 people or a wedding reception for 450 guests, we can accommodate your needs.

If you haven't been out for a while, time to check out the new Nature Center about 1/2 mile from…read morethe old building. Environmentally friendly with many displays. Check their website for more info. They have a new room in the rear in which you can hear the birds in the backyard through microphones installed outside. Many activities for families, nature hikes, naturalist talks. Much to see.

Beautiful center - a hidden gem in my opinion! I attended a Yelp event here and absolutely fell in…read morelove! Great trails, relaxing areas, and I love that they offer events through out the season! Definitely a great place to visit for some rest and relaxation among nature!

Local flower shop is a perfect place to get fresh flowers, personalized help and suggestions. I…read morewanted something special for my granddaughter's 16th birthday and Jody? enthusiastically helped me choose a color palette, explained different types of flower choices and delivered the next day. The price was very reasonable for arrangement and delivery. I also bought some dried flowers for myself to put on the counter. Again, very reasonably priced. She also has small gifts type items and funny adult cards.

Beautiful bouquet made and such lovely chat while I waited for the flowers to be put together…read more Great environment and she really took the time to listen to the selection and esthetic of the flowers I was going for. Especially for the price point, great value! My mother loved her gift!

Kingston steakhouse is one of our regular go to for going out for dinner. The food is always great…read more They have a varied menu. The service has always been outstanding. When the weather provides it it's fun to sit outside taking the outdoors. The place is less than five minutes from our house so the nice thing is you know you're always gonna get a great meal and out standing service

We gave this place another chance and unfortunately were extremely disappointed again…read more The restaurant itself is beautiful, the service was good, and the drinks were well made. We tried the duck wontons -- they were okay but not my favorite. The French onion soup was good. However, they simply cannot cook a steak properly. I ordered the porterhouse medium rare and it came out raw and severely undercooked. The fat wasn't even rendered. The manager did remove it from the bill, which we appreciated, but the steak should never have been served in the first place. It felt like the expediter was asleep at the pass. It's frustrating because the restaurant has great potential -- the atmosphere is beautiful and the service staff does a good job -- but the kitchen clearly lacks standards and consistency. 1 out of 5. I would not recommend.

I attended a graduation party here and was incredibly impressed with the space. When we arrived to…read moreset up, the owner was cleaning up from the previous party which had only finished about 30 minutes earlier. Even though that was not much time, the space was very clean and he was very helpful. There is ample parking out front. The space is well lit and very comfortable. The bar area was stocked with ample amounts of soda, water, beer, and spirits. Honestly, I really don't know what else to say. This was a very cool, hip, trendy space to have any kind of function. If I ever needed to host an event, this would be up at the top of my list of places to check on.

From the owner: If you're looking for a place to have your wedding or graduation party, or even a little corporate…read moregetaway from the office, Shores Event Center is the place for you. We're a unique, historic meeting and performance space right between Coe and Mount Mercy. You can contact us for a tour, or better yet, book our Escape Room experience with some friends. Pop in for one of our concerts, improv nights, or performance events. Planning your wedding is hard. We at Shores Event Center understand that. That's why it's our job to make your wedding day as stress-free as possible. Look, it might be our space, but we know it's your event. That's why you can use any caterer you want. Any DJ, cake vendor, photographer. Because it's your day, not ours. Sure, we can help you find the right vendors that fit your style, but we will never force you to use our vendors, because we like working with everyone. Come check us out at ShoresEventCenter.com. We're a great place to make your memories.