Top Ten Most Forgotten Things at a Wedding Reception

10. Lighters to Light Candles - This is one that though forgotten at first, gets remembered quickly. Usually when the candles are being placed on the tables while decorating for the reception.

9. Emergency Kit - Extra safety pins, sewing kit, nail file, clear nail polish, scissors, extra panty hose, hairspray, hairbrush, bobby pins, rubber bands, baby powder, tylenol, and anything else you can think of that may be helpful in a bind.

8. To Eat - Try not to get so caught up with catching up that your forget to eat. You'll need the energy to make it through the reception. (Tip: Snag some reception leftovers for the wedding night, you'll be hungry later too.)

7. Gift Table - Even if you don't expect many gifts, it's always nice to have somewhere to put them. Something to put cards in is a "must" as well. (Tip: Put this table away from an entry way or exit. As much as we don't want to think about it, gifts sometimes walk away.)

6. Credit Card - Last minute expenses can crop up. Avoid embarressment and make sure the credit card makes it into your wedding purse/clutch.

5. Serving Set - The cake cutting is a classic photo op. Make sure you remember the serving set to complete your special moment.

4. Containers for Leftover Food - Most people won't run out of food. Especially if you have given your caterer as accurate a head count as possible. Instead, you will have some food left over. Caterers usually won't have containers to give you the leftovers and if you don't take them, they go to waste.

3. Boxes for Leftover Wedding Cake - What? You needs boxes for leftover cake? But my baker helped me figure out exactly how much cake I would need. Why would there be any leftover? The answer is usually that you cut the cake too late in the evening. Have you considered how many people are going to leave after they've eaten the buffet? It may seem hard to believe, but I'd estimate about 25% of your guests will leave before you even cut the cake!

2. Someone to Cut the Wedding Cake - Wedding cake cutting is a dying art form. Most people haven't the slightest clue how to cut a wedding cake. If you do it incorrectly, you end up with leftover cake or not enough. Finding someone to cut the cake prior to the wedding reception saves a lot time and awkwardness. (Tip: Have a quality knife to cut the cake. Plastic servings sets look nice but aren't very durable.)

1. A "Go To" Person - Wedding days are fun, busy, sometimes stressful days. To help alleviate some of the stress, designate a "go to" person. This person is in charge of your cell phone, your itinerary, and your to-do list. This is the person that answers questions (yours as well as others), keeps you focused and looking beautiful. You can do all the advanced planning, but leave the day-of responsibilities to someone else so you can enjoy yourself.

For more tips and information, please give us a call at (859) 293-1853 or email events@thethoroughbredcenter.com.

Introduction

Let me introduce you to The Thoroughbred Center, Lexington's premiere Special Events and Wedding Reception Venue. Located amidst the rolling hills of the Bluegrass, The Thoroughbred Center offers a unique and purely Kentucky experience. The Center is surrounded by historic horse farms and you will love the 2.5 mile drive from Interstates 75 and 64 (and only 5.5 mile drive from downtown Lexington). Whether here on business or pleasure, the Center is the ideal location in a city known for its diversity and charming traditions.

Four areas make up the Special Events facilities in The Thoroughbred Center's Main Office: the Lounge, the Holding Area, the Pavilion, and the Conference Room. Each room is unique in its purpose and its history. We would love to help you choose which room is perfect for you and your special occasion!

The Lounge is our 2,400-square foor equestrian-themed formal room. Complete with its magnificent chandelier, working brick fireplace, adjoining kitchen, and a bar and beverage service, this room is ideal for banquets, weddings, wedding reception, formals, company parties, and small business meetings. This room can seat 200 people.

The Holding Area is a unique and rustic area. It has a casual, barn-like atmosphere that clearly defines the Center's central location in the heart of the Bluegrass. This area is wonderful for large wedding receptions, sorority/fraternity parties, barbeques, reunions, and many other social functions. This 8,800 square-foot space can accommodate up to 600 people.

The Pavilion is our 920-seat Auditorium that was designed for horse auctions with the idea in mind to accommodate conventions, corporate meetings, conferences, seminars, theatre productions, and other special events. This theatre-style auditorium offers a relazing and spacious atmosphere with its red velvet chairs and double-wide aisle ways. A 60' x 20' stage, enhanced by a 24-channel sound system, is also available.

The Conference Room is a wonderful area for groups looking for a nice, quiet location to hold a small-scale meeting. It is ideal for board meetings, staff meetings, conference meetings, seminars, and other small events. The Conference Room can accommodate 15 to 20 people.

Also known as The Thoroughbred Training Center, we are home to approximately 1,000 thoroughbred race horses. Guided Tours are given Monday through Saturday at 9:00am from April 1st to October 31st. (Reservations are recommended.)

For more information please call (859) 293-1853 or e-mail the Event Coordinator at events@thethoroughbredcenter.com.