Here in Maine, Fall wedding celebrations have become increasingly common, and now rival the summer season for the most sought-after wedding dates. We’re seeing the same trends here at French’s Point. Our seaside location makes us the perfect spot to take in the crisp salt air and brilliant fall foliage that autumn in Maine offers…. Read more »
French’s Point Event Venue Map
Almost every visitor to French’s Point remarks that “There is so much more here than I expected!” and “The website is great but it just doesn’t capture all that is here!” We have some beautiful photos on our Gallery page to help acquaint you with our special waterfront event venue, thanks to the work of… Read more »
Cutting Your Wedding Guest List Gracefully
CA Smith Photography Your Maine wedding is going to be beautiful, and you want to share it with everyone! Finalizing the guest list is one of the most daunting tasks for brides. The thought of cutting someone from “the list” seems ruthless. But reality will eventually set in. You simply can’t host everyone you’ve ever… Read more »
Tips for Being a Great Wedding Guest
You may not be a part of the wedding party, or a vendor working at the event, but you’ve still got major responsibilities as a wedding guest. This is a big day for someone in your family or a friend and you want to make sure you hit your mark and make it the greatest… Read more »
Wedding Vendor Advice Series: Red Flags When Choosing Your Vendors
Over the past few months we’ve been highlighting the red flags that you should be looking out for when you’re hiring wedding vendors. We’ve seen the good, bad and ugly of weddings– and there is an ugly! Our experience as a destination wedding venue has afforded us the wherewithal to avoid problems before they begin…. Read more »
Beat the Heat: Plan Ahead For Hot Weather on Your Wedding
This past weekend was the first unexpected heatwave of the summer here in Maine. Although our property is perfectly set against the backdrop of the ocean with a nice breeze coming across the gazebo where most couples host their ceremony, we still prepare for the summer scorching sun and high temperatures. We have plans and… Read more »
The Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory
For guests with the travel bug, it’s always a great perk when a wedding venue has some nearby attractions worth checking out. Take, for example, the only bridge observatory in the country, which happens to be located about a ten-minute drive north of French’s Point. The Penobscot Narrows Observatory is a strange and fun little… Read more »
Wedding in Maine – Things to Do Roundup!
We have been posting things to do in the area for our Maine wedding guests and decided to do a roundup of them in one post! Meet Midcoast Maine: Home to French’s Point Things To Do: Hike Mount Battie Things To Do: Wine Tasting Things To Do: Penobscot Marine Museum Things To Do: Visiting Islesboro… Read more »
CEO Corner: Tiny Touches That Make Your Wedding Unique
Often my clients want a mix of distinction and tradition at their wedding, that nod to tradition that is also stamped with their own personal flair. There are of course countless ways to add tiny touches to your wedding day to make it unique. Here are a few of my favorites: Music: YouTube has shown… Read more »
Maine Wedding Venue Staff Feature: Sarah Ripley
When we first launched the blog earlier this year, we introduced you to Sarah Ripley, French’s Point’s operations and Administration Manager. Her title could just as well be Director of details because she’s famous around here for her meticulous attention to the little things that make a wedding flow smoothly. Now, we’d love for you… Read more »