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    Perfection

    Got married in the Mica. Our guests loved the night. Staff great from start to finish
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    Best venue!!

    My entire wedding day was PERFECT! Catherine and Brenda made sure everything ran perfectly. My guest kept complimenting how great they were and all the staff there. The venue was BEAUTIFUL and everything was so easy for me the day of. Communication with Catherine was always great! She was there to answer any questions I had or any changes. Highly recommended her and this venue
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    Best wedding EVER

    This June, my husband and I were so blessed to get married at CD&Me (The Loft) and have the BEST wedding we could have ever imagined! We loved CD&Me as soon as we met Catherine and looked around the venue. It is unique and so beautiful, with a stunning outdoor ceremony gazebo, a rustic and charming indoor reception room, and the best part- when dancing begins, the reception room opens it doors and becomes the most perfect indoor/outdoor area for everyone to have space to either dance, relax at the bar, sit by the fire, or enjoy a table inside. From the venues physical features to the incredible staff, CD&Me is truly one of a kind. It has been almost a month since we got married and our family and friends have not stopped raving over how much they loved this venue. Special thanks to Marnie, our day-of-coordinator, who was INCREDIBLE and kept our wedding party and timeline in perfect shape throughout the entire ceremony and reception! 10000% recommend!
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    Perfect Venue for Our Wedding!!

    CD&Me is one of the most beautiful, fun, and elegant venues to host a wedding at in the south suburbs! Catherine, Kazia, and their teams helped make the planning and execution of our day everything we hoped for and then some! Wonderful to work with, very accommodating, and just incredibly kind people. 100% recommend!!
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    The Perfect Venue!

    I can’t say enough great things about CD&ME. We got married in November 2024 in The Loft and it was perfect from the first introduction to meeting Catherine and every interaction after, was amazing. The inside is beautiful, the cost is reasonable, the outside grounds are perfect, the parking lot is huge, and all the staff were so nice. I couldn’t have asked for a better person to help me plan, the perfect ceremony, and the most beautiful venue location.
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    Best venue ever

    As soon as we stepped foot into the Mica at CD&ME, we knew it was going to be our wedding venue. We canceled all other wedding venue tours. The grounds are absolutely stunning and the staff is AMAZING. We got married on 10/19/24 and I had the pleasure of working with Catherine and Marni. They both made the wedding planning process and my wedding day perfect. Our wedding guests are STILL talking about how amazing the venue was. Thank you, CD&ME for helping us have the wedding of our dreams.
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    Best Wedding Venue

    My husband and I had our wedding at CD&me this past September and it was nothing short of amazing. We fell in love with the venue when we first saw it, but it was even more exceptional for our wedding. The staff along with wedding coordinators Marny and Catherine were phenomenal. They made every step of the process easier and the entire experience, from the breathtaking venue to the outstanding coordination by was absolutely perfect. Would highly recommend to anyone and everyone to have their special day here.
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    Melissa Sent on 09/13/2024
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    The Most Perfect Place!!!

    My husband and I got married at CD & Me in August 2024. Catherine and Marni were such a dream to work with. They truly made planning our wedding so easy. They led us on the path to the most perfect wedding! They made sure our night was perfect and made us feel so special. Would recommend this venue to everyone.
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    Jill Sent on 09/10/2024
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    Simply The Best

    Catherine is the best! The venue alone is beautiful, but the selling point is Catherine. She made the entire process from start to finish a breeze. She was there the whole wedding and made the entire day run flawlessly. Use the vendors that they recommend because they all work together so well and it truly made the day a dream.
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    Amanda Sent on 08/03/2024
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    Stunning Wedding Venue

    My husband and I got married here in June of 2024. Picking this venue was hands down the best decision we made. The minute our initial venue tour ended, we knew this was the venue for us. From the start, Catherine was amazing to work with. She was on top of all of our coordinator needs, and lended her invaluable expertise when we needed it. She is an irreplaceable asset to CD&Me.

    The venue itself was gorgeous. We received so many compliments on the venue. For us, it was important to have a venue with inside and outside options, with ample parking, and with a coordinator. It is close enough to town but far out enough where you have privacy and don’t feel like you’re sharing your wedding with people driving down the street.

    If you looking for a venue in the South Suburbs, make sure to look at CD&Me.
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    Could have not found a better venue

    I LOVE CD & ME. We were getting compliments all night about how amazing the venue was and how much they appreciated the uniqueness. The ceremony underneath the pergola with the pond and fountain in the background made it purely magical. Everyone was super amused once the garage doors opened up and the reception turned into an indoor/outdoor event. We had people dancing on the dance floor and on the gorgeous, landscaped patio.
    And the coordinator, Catherine, has the biggest heart in the world and will help you every step of the way. Honestly, I would have not pulled off that wedding without her.
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    Wedding of our dreams!

    As soon as we toured CD & Me, we knew we wanted to have our wedding reception there! From the stunning grounds, modern garage doors, rustic bar and beautifully strung lights - it is such a beautiful venue. Catherine, the wedding coordinator, was also amazing to work with. She was always available to answer our questions and responded to us promptly. We couldn’t have picked a better place to celebrate with our families!
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    Absolutely stunning

    CD & Me was a true come true. Catherine made the planning process a breeze & having Marnie by my side all throughout my my wedding day made the entire day so perfect. This venue was beyond anything I could have imagined. From the coordinators, planners, bartenders & bus-boys, this staff did not miss a beat. They truly had a huge part on making this day perfect!
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    The BEST reception venue EVER!

    We were absolutely amazed by how amazing our wedding reception at CD&ME was for our July 2023 wedding! My husband and I had our reception in the Mica, and all our guests were so complimentary. We had many people from out of town saying they've never experienced anything like this before and that the atmosphere was so perfect and engaging for guests to have space to enjoy themselves inside and outside on the beautiful patio area. Catherine and the rest of the CD&ME staff made our day go so smoothly. Catherine was extremely helpful and detail oriented and is truly passionate about ensuring that her brides and grooms are able to enjoy the day of their dreams! She worked well in coordinating with our outside vendors as well as giving us a great list of recommendations to rely on. She truly made the day magical. Would highly recommend anyone getting married in the Chicago suburbs to check out CD&ME!
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    Michelle Sent on 12/06/2022
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    Absolutely Amazing!

    Kazia is incredible! I honestly can’t recommend her enough. She is a dream to work with and will help in any way she can! Our wedding wouldn’t have been as amazing as it was without her. She has a great vision for the space and makes great recommendations. She took our thoughts and put them into reality!
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    Best Venue Ever

    Booking CD&ME as our venue was one of the first and best decisions we made for our wedding. I cannot say enough amazing things about the venue, the coordinator Catherine, and our whole experience with the venue. Catherine was so helpful throughout the process and she made sure our day was perfect. I truly don’t know how she does it with all the weddings they have. The staff day of was amazing. Everyone at our wedding has talked about how our wedding was the most beautiful and best wedding they have ever been to. We cannot recommend enough!
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    Angelica Sent on 10/26/2022
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    Wedding Venue

    We had our wedding at CD&ME and it was absolutely beautiful in the fall! They were easy to work with and gave some excellent options for vendors. I would highly recommend this venue for anyone looking for an indoor and outdoor venue!
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    Absolutely perfect!

    Catherine was great to work with, the venue itself was beautiful! The entire staff at CD & Me were excellent!
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    Absolutely amazing / best service ever

    I HIGHLY recommend anyone getting married to get married here!!! My now husband and I had our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all outside / inside The Mica and it was absolutely stunning!! Not only is the venue amazing, but Catherine (Wedding Coordinator) is THE ABSOLUTE BEST in the business!! She is there for you 100%, anything you need she is there to help, and she honestly takes all the stress off your hands!!! Best Customer Service hands down!
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    July 2022 Wedding

    Everything about our wedding at CD&Me was perfect. We got married in the Loft, and the indoor-outdoor space truly is unparalleled. Catherine was incredible to work with in the months leading up to the wedding and made me feel stress-free throughout the process. On the day of the wedding, Kazia (from Rural 27) and Kathy (the day-of coordinator) made everything flow seamlessly. I love that I didn't have to worry about a single thing. From the look of the venue to the people that I worked with there, I would 100% recommend this venue.
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    Amazing Venue

    Catherine will help you with anything, and I loved that they already had a set list of vendors that they work with regularly. It helped to make some decisions a little easier. Venue is so unique and has an awesome indoor/outdoor feel at night
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    Magnificent

    They're not just top-notch pros, they're personable and attentive. If you want a flawless wedding that is stress free, you do it at CD&ME
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    Highly recommend

    HIGHLY recommend this Venue! Catherine and Kathy (the planners) were so easy to work with and made the planning process not only less stressful but enjoyable!
    I also HIGHLY recommend using Kazia and Rural 27 Rentals. I didn't have to purchase, store, and worry about re-selling things. She has SO much to pick from too. Renting things like centerpieces, card box, cake topper, etc was so affordable and convenient. She was in constant contact and it was so nice not having to worry about set up or take down the day of. She also went above and beyond on things like typing up and personalizing/framing signs at no charge. LOVE Kazia, and so glad I used Rural 27!
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    Beautiful venue

    CD and Me is the perfect venue for your wedding. We just had our wedding there a week ago and it was beautiful. Everything was perfect; from the waterfall, fireplace and the gazebo. It’s very spacious and it was very accommodating to our needs. Catherine and Kathy were great and very attentive to making our day perfect. They were so helpful with planning, even during Covid. I couldn’t be more grateful and appreciative of them for everything they did! This venue is beautiful, perfect and simple the best!
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    Haley Sent on 01/18/2021
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    10/10 - Nowhere else in the Chicagoland Suburbs compares

    I'm not even sure where to start when talking about how absolutely wonderful CD&ME was to have my wedding at and how amazing of a wedding coordinator Catherine is. First, CD&ME is a beautiful, hidden gem in the Chicagoland suburbs. To think I would have potentially gotten married anywhere else is unimaginable at this point! The Mica is stunning and has wonderful indoor AND outdoor spaces. There is also a great top-shelf bar that was staffed very efficiently throughout our wedding day. We received SO many compliments from guests on how effortlessly the flow from inside to outside during the reception was. The landing that the wedding ceremony takes place on at the Mica is also breathtaking, looking out onto water and beautiful landscaping.

    Catherine was a miracle worker in coordinating our wedding (and ALL the other weddings) affected by COVID-19. She ensured appropriate social distancing measures would take place not only by her staff but also by all of our vendors. Before the pandemic, Catherine already promises to serve as the liaison between couples and their vendors, which is an added plus! She was also very accommodating in working with my fiancée and I, especially while one or both of us were living in another state and trying to set our date and plan our wedding. Catherine was also incredibly reachable which was SO much appreciated during the days leading up to the wedding regarding last minute details.

    Thank you, Catherine and CD&ME, for the most unforgettable experience! Without you, we wouldn't have had nearly as smooth as a planning process nor wedding day!
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    Best venue ever!!

    Catherine and every other staff member at CD & me were so helpful, considerate, concerned, & amazing!!! They made me feel so special and helped alleviate my wedding planning stress at every turn! I couldn’t have dreamt a better team to work with! Not to mention the venue was absolutely gorgeous! The pictures and videos of the scenery were breathtaking! It was so romantic with a rustic feel. My guests are still raving about my wedding saying it was the most beautiful wedding they’ve been to.
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    Fairy Tale Wedding Venue

    We could not be happier with our choice to get married at CD & ME! Catherine, the wedding coordinator, was truly the behind the scenes star of making our wedding as amazing as it was. She was such an absolute joy to work with and helped everything come together so seamlessly, all while keeping me calm and staying so positive! The grounds are breathtaking, and our guests loved having the option of relaxing by the fire pit at night time or taking photos by the gorgeous ponds and waterfalls. I cannot recommend this venue enough! Our wedding was a dream and we could not have done it without CD & ME (and Catherine)!
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    Emily Sent on 11/19/2019
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    Book CD&Me as your wedding venue!

    CD & ME is the absolute perfect wedding venue. We got married in The Loft. The exposed brick, twinkle lights and rustic charm were everything we were searching for when looking for a venue that fit our style. Our guests gathered by the lit bonfire pit and raved about the venue days after our wedding.
    Catherine is a dream to work with. She is so kind, reassuring, and professional, and was there for me every step of my planning process. She answered all of my questions and accommodated all my needs, making what an overwhelming process very smooth and easy. Kathy was our day-of coordinator and was exceptional! I highly recommend CD & ME!
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    Beautiful Venue, Great to work with

    We had our wedding at The Loft location in October this year-everything turned out wonderful! Catherine, Marnie and the staff at CD & ME were such a pleasure to work with, were very professional and handled many details so we could have a fun and beautiful day! It poured rain earlier in the day and they were on the spot, checking weather and ready as the ceremony approached to pull the ceremony inside if needed. We didn't need it as the weather ended up clearing, but they were ready, and able to do what was needed. They had the right amount of "we've got this" mixed with asking us what we would like or what our preference would be. I highly recommend this location. It's a bit pricey, but I thought it was well worth it given the beauty of the location, the professionalism and preparedness of the staff, ease of working with them and things they did that went above and beyond for making our wedding day extremely special-highly recommend!
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    Sarah Sent on 11/11/2018
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    The perfect venue

    We had the pleasure of having our September 1st ceremony and reception in The Loft at CD&ME. We knew we wanted a unique venue and from the first time we toured CD&ME, we knew it was special. Catherine immediately felt like family and was so easy to work with. No matter how many emails/questions we sent her way, she was always prompt in response. The whole team at CD&ME was so organized and professional. Every detail was thought of and planned for. Catherine communicated with all the vendors to arrange setup, deliveries, and take down - we didn't have to worry about a thing! Our day of coordinator, Kathy, was fantastic. She seemed so genuinely excited for our special day and kept everything running smoothly. We had a few last minute changes to our seating chart the day of the wedding and Catherine & Kathy took care of everything. We could not be happier in our choice to have our wedding at CD&ME!
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    Catherine and her team was OUTSTANDING!!! The Loft that we used was perfect for my daughter's rustic wedding. The venue was so accommodating! Everyone was saying how beautiful the grounds where from the waterfall to the lake to the large fire pit. Everything was PERFECT. Thank you so much for a fairy tale wedding for my daughter.
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    Cd & Me was perfect. Catherine was so amazing and helpful from the time we first viewed the venue to the day of our wedding! Cathy was absolutely amazing the day of the wedding and made sure everything went perfectly. I couldn't have been happier with my wedding thanks to Cd & Me
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    Melanie Sent on 12/13/2015
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    CD & Me made the whole wedding planning process painless and smooth. They were so helpful, covered so much, and were so comforting during the process that I never felt stressed about the big day being a success-and it was everything I wanted to be. My guests loved the location too! We got a lot of compliments. Also because the venue has so much character and beauty already you don't have to really decorate-which saves money, time, and stress. GREAT venue!
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    Laura Sent on 09/22/2015
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    Absolutely amazing- Catherine & Marni were amazing to work with, always quick to respond to any questions/concerns. Most beautiful location we'd looked at by far.
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    Kelsey Sent on 07/24/2015
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    I had my wedding at CD&ME on July 11th, 2015, and my husband and I had a truly wonderful experience.

    From the moment we walked in, we fell in love with the rustic-yet-elegant feel of the Loft location. I especially loved that we could use the outdoor gazebo for the ceremony and then be steps away from the indoor-outdoor reception area. The glass garage doors are beautiful, and all of the landscaping is professional and well-maintained. It was visually a stunning location.

    We really enjoyed working with Catherine for the planning. She was very professional, organized, and made us feel comfortable. My favorite part was how flexible everything was and how much they supported my slightly non-traditional requests. They also kept me on top of things, which was very helpful!

    When it came to the day of the wedding, we worked with the hostess Marni, who I adored. We had some drizzle right before the ceremony, but Marni watched the radar and we ended up being able to start right on time with no rain. She made sure the staff dried off the chairs and that everything was ready to go. During the reception, she made sure the vendors were being handled properly and that we stayed on time. I didn't hear any complaints!

    Overall, I had a really incredible wedding at CD&ME. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a unique venue in the Chicagoland area.
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    I have not actually had my wedding yet but I feel I should post a review now anyway! I fell in love with this venue from the moment I walked in the door! It has a beautiful rustic feeling for anybody looking for that type of rustic country wedding! The people that work there are awesome! Catherine always responds right away to any of my emails and they are very accommodating! The price for what you get is not bad because they include all of the tables and chairs and open bar! If you email them they will send you pricing and information!
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    Where do I begin! Beautiful venue and amazing people to work with! Catherine, the wedding coordinator, makes sure you are on track the whole time through planning. She is extremely knowledgeable and makes you feel at ease through the process. The DJ is included in the cost, and they are great! They have a huge tasting that you are invited to where they decorate the tent (Mica, where my wedding was) just like a wedding, and all of their preferred vendors set up and are there to answer your questions. The caterers (there are 3) all have food that you can try, and the cake place does as well. Really fun night! On our actual wedding day, is was raining in the morning, but I was not worried at all. Catherine and her team are great at watching the doppler so that you can fit your ceremony in perfectly. Luckily, the rain stopped for us just when we needed it to. The team there also takes down all of your centerpieces and such for you afterwards and you can pick it up the next morning. Very accommodating! It was also perfect because we didn't want your typical banquet hall wedding. The landscaping is so nice that we didn't have to purchase flowers to decorate outdoors. It is also quite reasonable for this day and age, but your price per plate will vary depending on the caterer you choose. I really just can't say enough positive things about this place...we LOVED every part of it! Thank you CD&ME!
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    User1726033 Sent on 07/22/2014
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    From the moment we took our first step on the grounds, everything was absolutely perfect!!! I suggest you check it out, the landscape is absolutely breathtaking. But having a beautiful landscape isnt what makes your big day run smooth, its the staff! CD and Me's staff ALWAYS went above and beyond! Catherine, the coordinator, responded quickly, was always available to meet or speak to and was very flexible and helpful. This made the planning process so painless and fun! I really enjoyed meeting with her and talking. The entire staff is amazing!!!! The DJ Ray was very nice and he knows how to get people on the dance floor. The other coordinators where there to help make sure my big day ran smoothly and did a fabulous job! We were married on the patio of the Mica, and were at the mercy of mother nature that day, trying to beat the storm for the ceremony. Catherine and her team did such an excellent job that I never panic, stressed or worried about how this might turn out. We started the ceremony a few minuets early, which we discussed in our meetings that could be a possibility if weather was an issue. It began to lightly drizzle and the CD and Me crew were right there handing our guests umbrella's so they would not get wet. We finished our ceremony just in time and everyone made it into the tent right before the rain came. It was such a memorable ceremony! The reception was amazing !!!! The Mica is one strong tent and held up pretty well against strong winds and heavy rain. My overall experience with CD and Me was nothing short than exceptional and I would strongly recommend them to anyone looking for an unique and beautiful venue! You will not be disappointed! Thank you CD and ME
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    User1175233 Sent on 05/26/2013
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    My husband and I got married at CD & ME. The venue provided a lot of the elements that would be needed for the day of the wedding as part of the cost- this made planning, and the actual wedding day very carefree and much less stressful. We are so glad we chose this venue. Our wedding day at CD and ME was absolutely beautiful and perfect.
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    Caroline Sent on 08/31/2012
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    Loved everything about our wedding here :) what a magical place!
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    Caitlin Sent on 09/25/2018
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    When we looked at CD & ME the price was a little steep, however the venue is so worth it! We booked in the loft and it is such a unique venue that is unlike any of the traditional banquet halls that you see at most weddings. Also if you are looking for something rustic feeling without going so far as a barn, the loft is the perfect blend. It has a rustic, romantic, industrial, indoor/outdoor feel that really sets it apart from many other venues. It has a bit of the rustic flare without being a true barn. The lighting and the grounds are so beautiful during the day but at night, OMG! We got married at 5:30pm and the sun was setting (but not in everyone's eyes) and then enjoyed cocktail hour on the patio. By the time we settled in for dinner the string lights were on and there was a very romantic, cozy feel. They also have three huge garage doors that they open up to the patio space to promote the feel of an indoor/outdoor wedding. We got super lucky in that we had a perfect night where everyone ventured in and out all night long. I was a little weary of putting some of the guests upstairs in the loft but we just made sure that they were some of the younger guests that wouldn't be afraid to come back downstairs for dancing and drinks. Also, the bar is open during dinner!! This was a huge selling point for my husband as he hates the mad dash when everyone gets drinks before dinner. Finally, I will say the staff here is simply to die for! I really contemplated getting a wedding planner for all the details but once I started working with Catherine and Kathy I realized there was no need. These ladies are fantastic! Catherine took care of so many of the details in the week before the wedding and ensured that all the vendors knew where to go and when to get there. Kathy was with us for the evening and really was amazing at making sure everything was taken care of and nothing got missed. Our guests raved about how beautiful the place was and how unique it truly was.
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    John Sent on 06/20/2011
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    BEAUTIFUL ceremony & reception! They were incredibly accommodating. It poured prior to the ceremony, and they delayed the ceremony so it could remain outside. They also got all the water off the ground and cleaned off all the seats (several times since it started to rain again). I HIGHLY recommend them!
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    Lori Sent on 08/17/2020
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    CD & ME is the place to be!

    CD & ME was a beautiful spot for our daughter's wedding. The indoor/outdoor facility was perfect for a summer evening. The grounds are pristine and the indoor facility is tastefully decorated!. Catherine and staff were so helpful and accomodating during the uncertain planning due to CoVid. Our guests loved the venue - especially how well stocked the bar was! I would recommend this venue to anyone!
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    Deanne Sent on 07/20/2010
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    We were looking for a wedding venue that offered something different than your traditional banquet hall- and CD & ME was perfect! We worked with Catherine up until our wedding day. Everything we wanted to do, she was okay with (and we were picky!). They were extremely flexible in allowing us to personalize our big day. A few days before the wedding we dropped off 3 car loads of decorations - they were set up perfectly by the CD & ME staff the day of our wedding. We also worked with two wedding coordinators the night of our wedding, Jen & Kris. We were very nervous considering we hadn't met them before the wedding day, but they went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. While CD&ME is very expensive, its a guarantee you will love having your wedding there!
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    Erin Sent on 05/03/2008
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    Excellent outside wedding ceremony under the gazebo, great DJ included in the price who does music for the ceremony as well! Staff take care of everything! Beautiful outside, cool inside, I would suggest this location for anyone!
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    Amanda Sent on 10/21/2018
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    Sweetest Day

    We wanted to have the wedding outside, but were having a Midwest weather kind of day: snow, wind, and sun. The ceremony inside was beautiful and we were able to still get the outside feel by having the door open and the fire going. Cathy and Kathy took good care of us!
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    Stacy Sent on 09/08/2010
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    The entire staff was fantastic, I highly recommend this place! The only downfall is that the DJ is included with the cost and you don't get to pick him. My DJ never returned my phone calls and played songs that I had asked him not too. Luckily I had a band playing most of the night to make up for it. Other than that the place is perfect!
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    Nicole Sent on 03/29/2008
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    CD and Me was an awesome ceremony and reception location. It has beautiful landscaping and has a great feel that was perfect for what we wanted. It is not like a typical banquet hall and is both casual and elegant at the same time. The staff is great and easy to work with. It was sometimes hard to get a response back during planning, but everything worked out and was fantastic. I would recommend this place to anyone for any event.
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    User1955060 Sent on 12/06/2014
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    CD & ME provided the showcase for a truly memorable evening. We absolutely adored working with Catherine (their head planner and event booker) and everyone on her team. The team and venue exceeded our expectations in many ways. We received so many compliments on our venue selection after the weddding. It was especially wonderful having so much confidence in their team from the very beginning andt they delivered without a doubt.
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    Ashley Sent on 05/29/2015
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    Cd & Me is a beautiful venue with outside landscaping. When my husband and I were looking for a venue we did not want a traditional venue in a church or a ballroom and thought this would be an excellent alternative. Though are wedding was absolutely beautiful, it was highly expensive. The only thing Cd & Me offers is the venue itself and the dj with premium 4 and a half liquor package including NO shots, which is fine. Our wedding was a beautiful outside wedding that was a great time also the representatives at Cd & Me could have gotten back to my husband, father, or I much sooner than expected with regarding questions. Other than that it was a good experience.
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