My daughter's wedding was here. The staff were very nice and the event was good. I liked it all…read more That's the positive side now the negative side. Parking was horrible. My car was broken into parked behind the building in the pay to park. Cops said 7 cars were broken into. If you go to enjoy this place take a uber or limo or have friends drop you off.

The Columns is a beautiful event space in the heart of Findlay Market. I love how unique the…read moreartwork is inside - even the bathrooms (especially the bathrooms!). They have a beautiful view of OTR from the balcony and is small enough to make your event feel intimate.

Writing this from the perspective of attending a wedding here…read more.. And from my vantage point, The Grand Ballroom is a lovely venue. A staff member was waiting for guests when they walked in to hand them tickets to validate parking so we could park in the nearby garage for free. The ballroom where the wedding was held had tall windows that let in a lot of light. It felt a bit historic, with large chandeliers, but also enough of an elegantly-appointed blank slate where you could do what you want with decorations and it wouldn't clash. After the ceremony, everyone went up a floor to the balcony that overlooks the ballroom for cocktail hour, while the ballroom was flipped for dinner. The servers were friendly with drinks and hors d'oeuvres, and the staff in the ballroom pulled out the tables, which had been pre-set and waiting on the side of the ballroom. While anyone could see them setting up from the balcony, this did not cause any loud noises or interruptions. And then we headed back down for dinner, which was a mix of chicken and steak, I believe. It was delicious. Overall this venue was perfect for this wedding of less than 100 people -- the setting for a beautiful night.

We had a wonderful experience with The Grand by McHale's Events and Catering. I can't thank them…read moreenough!! They were very flexible and easy to work with and allowed us to have our ceremony indoors as a backup plan to our original outdoor venue. Thank you!!

Such a cute venue! Staff was easy to work with, venue was clean, awesome spot for a smaller wedding!read more

If you're looking for a beautiful venue at a super reasonable price, check this place out! Tables,…read morechairs, and linens are included in the rental and the owner, Mike, is there to help set up, helps with whatever you need anything during the event, and helps clean up. It's so simple to set up as well! The venue comfortably hosts about 100 person-events but can fit up to 200 standing. Whether it's a baby shower, rehearsal dinner, corporate meeting, or small wedding- this is your place!

This past weekend I attended a wedding at Carnegie Hall and it was wonderful. The hall is super…read morenice and the location was perfect for a lot of us coming in without a car. I lived in Cincinnati for 4 years and I never even knew that the Carnegie Hall in Newport existed. I attended a friends wedding and they did both the ceremony and the reception inside the hall. The staff working here were super friendly and nice and very accommodating to everyone who was in attendance. The upstairs is where the wedding was at. The room was a little warm, but it was big enough to hold about 100 people. They did a very nice job with the set up of the chairs and the alter for the wedding. The sound system in the hall was great. For appetizer hour it was downstairs in the entry way. The area had two big rooms and a center room where the bar was set up. The food at the wedding was typical wedding food. It was good but not great. Overall I had a wonderful time at this wedding. I would for sure attend an event here or plan a wedding or function if I lived in town.

Amazing space with super friendly staff. This venue made our wedding reception dreams come true!read more

The dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence from the entire team at The…read moreMonastery made our wedding day truly extraordinary. Our profound thankfulness and admiration held for the team's efforts are beyond words. From the inception of the wedding planning journey, The Monastery demonstrated exceptional thoroughness and clear communication with us as a couple and with all third-party vendors. They created a seamless and stress-free planning process, allowing us to savor the anticipation of our special day. Special thanks to Ali and Trevor for always being available to promptly address any inquiries. The culinary experience at The Monastery was an absolute standout, with countless guests praising the exquisite hors d'oeuvres, the tempting grazing table at the cocktail hour, the well-stocked and quick-moving bars, and, especially the dinner itself, which exceeded restaurant quality. I still dream of the aged cheddar mashed potatoes! The chef's ability to provide a one-of-a-kind food experience is truly unmatched, making The Monastery an unparalleled choice for hosting weddings. The service staff was exceptional, working tirelessly and offering warm smiles that made us, as the guests of honor, feel truly special. The natural beauty of the building itself is enchanting and enough of a reason to book with The Monastery, but it's the dedication and top-notch service from every member of the staff, both administrative and service, that elevates The Monastery to a league of its own in terms of wedding venues. From my perspective as the bride, everything unfolded flawlessly- but I am fully aware that there was a tremendous effort behind the scenes to ensure this smooth and seamless experience. Doug Betz, the owner, made a strong vow to my parents during our initial tour years ago - a commitment to treat our wedding with the same attention as he would his own children's weddings. It instilled trust and admiration for The Monastery from the inside out. I can genuinely affirm that Doug and the entire team not only upheld this promise but surpassed it. My husband and I are confident that any couple who chooses The Monastery is in for a once-in-a-lifetime, smooth, delicious, and thoughtful experience.

Wow is all I can say. The venue is beautiful and the food is amazing! The staff was so…read moreprofessional and efficient. Everyone (bartenders, servers,etc) was friendly and professional. The wedding coordinator kept both the ceremony and the reception going and was so pleasant to deal with. Highly recommend!

Cute space but bad business…read more So my MOHs for my wedding booked this space for my bridal shower. I'll start with the pros: great overall space and the decor fit the color scheme of burgundy and gold. Now with the cons: The theme was eclectic and the designer did not deliver. Nothing about the decor was eclectic, I'm not sure she knew what that was. Check the pictures. The designer/manger SCAMMED us. We paid for an unlimited mimosa bar and sweet table and received none of it. For the mimosa bar there was only 2 bottles of champagne. What is unlimited about 2 bottles. If you brunch you know 2 bottles are gone in 6 minutes tops! Also no sweets whatsoever. My bride tribe had to find a grocery store and buy champagne and sweets. She did not give us our money back or explain her scamming ways. Finally as the event ended she was not there to lock up! Who leaves there business for their guest to lock it up. The caterer for the shower explained that this was unfortunately common behavior for the owner. So much potential with so little passion & leadership.

To preface: I attended a bridal shower here last year where the bride did not receive her…read moresweetheart table, unlimited mimosa bar or dessert table. To make right, the owner reached out to my friend and offered her the space, free of charge, for an event of her choosing. Today, my friend used the deal to host a pop up & sip for her luxury beverage business. The venue was dirty. The tables were not cleaned after the last event, and had to be wiped down prior to the event today. The floor was sticky. The refrigerator and freezer were both dirty. The venue is in a great location and has so much potential. I wish it was better managed and taken care of. It was very kind of the owner to reach out and offer the space for free to make up for the first event, but it just seems like the venue can't get it right.

I attended a wedding here and had a really great time! The location is on the banks. They have a…read morepatio with a view of the park and bridge. The garage doors also bring a nice aesthetic. It was spacious, and we were comfortable. Parking was easy as the garage was just a block away. Great location, size, and vibe.

Went for the Leashes and Lashes event for League for Animal Welfare. What a fun event for a great…read morecause. The Dogs that attended had a great time being paraded and petted for the afternoon. They enjoyed treats and pup cups and a great time.. The event space is a nice utilization of an old church which still has all the stained glass and pipe organ. The stairs up could be limiting to some if they had mobility issues. Overall a very interesting venue that worked well and a fun event for a great cause

I have SO many good things to say about this place. First off, I live a couple blocks away from the…read moreLeapin Lizard, so any chance I get to come here, I won't pass up. I've been here for dance lessons, various events, but this past weekend I came here to see a friend's bellydance show (I love that this space hosts such a broad variety of events). Don't come expecting some fancy-pants venue. Leapin' Lizard is definitely rough around the edges, but is filled with character. I came to the show with my friend's husband and we stopped back at the bar to grab a drink before the show. My friend ordered a whiskey sour. The bartender told us that she was waiting for the sour mix to be brought up but that she would walk the drink over to us when it arrived (in a very busy event), how cool is that!? The bar staff was SUPER friendly throughout the event and it definitely made an impression. I can't wait for the next chance I have to come back!