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Gay and Lesbian Wedding Guide Business listings
2013-03-13

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Donald B. Boyd, Jr., Family Law

232 S. Lathrop Ave., Forest Park, Ill.

708-848-1005

www.boyddivorce.com

Specializing in civil unions, LGBT issues, divorce/wills/trusts, real estate closings, custody violation, and child support. Free initial consultation. Evening and weekend appointments available. Major credit cards accepted.

Dignity Chicago

Broadway United Methodist Church, 3338 N. Broadway

www.dignity-chicago.org

At Dignity/Chicago, we affirm same — sex unions as loving, life-giving, and life-affirming. Proud to be an inclusive Catholic Church for 40 years. Join us for Mass on Sundays at 5pm.

The Drake

312-787-2200

thedrakehotel.com

Our tradition welcomes all traditions. Make your commitment ceremony truly historic. The Drake

Hotel offers timeless elegance, unmatched personal service, and a connection to tradition that no other Chicago venue can match. Luxuries of the past. Amenities of the present. Hopes for the future.

Mother Jubi Dutcher, Officiant

773-946-7318

revtjdutcher@gmail.com

A ceremony you'll never forget!

When you're planning your commitment ceremony, call Mother Jubi Dutcher to officiate. Your union is a sacrament.

James E. Elvord, AWM, Financial Advisor

RBC Wealth Mgmt.

312-559-1738 or 800-683-3246

james.elvord@rbc.com

You're a front-runner who spots trends a mile away, and you pride yourself on standing out from the crowd. At RBC Wealth Management, we know that a good portfolio is a reflection of your needs and goals. That's why we work with you to create a comprehensive plan that works for you, with a wide range of flexible financial solutions.

Entertaining Company

312-829-2800

www.entertainingcompany.com

Entertaining Company, Chicago's caterer for 20 years, boldly designs every event,

Frank Event Design

Frank J. Andonoplas, Master Bridal Consultant

5555 N. Sheridan Rd., Arcade Level

773-275-6804

frank@frankeventdesign.com

www.frankeventdesign.com

Named 2012 Event Planner of Year, Gala Award winner Frank J. Andonoplas has been designing and coordinating weddings for 20 years. He is one of 69 Master Bridal Consultants worldwide, and prides himself on personalizing your wedding with incredible details you and your guests will be remember for a lifetime.

GTF Dance Company Management

773-540-5901

www.getonthefloordanceco.com

Take that first step into your new life as a couple with dance lessons from Get on the Floor Dance Company. We provide ballroom dancing lessons with instructions at our studio on N. Lincoln or at another location determined by you. Lessons also make perfect gifts for the happy couple and/or wedding party. Call or email us today.

Jan Dee Custom Jewelry

1425 W. Diversey Pkwy., Chicago

773-871-2222

www.jandee.com

Celebrating serving the community for 40 years. Specializing in custom design. Jewelry repair, watch repair, appraisals, Certified GIA diamond supplier. Mention Jan Dee's ad in this section and receive 15% off your next in-store purchase or $100 off your custom ring order.

Keith House

1900 S. Prairie Ave., Chicago

312-907-7909

www.keithhousechicago.com

Weddings and civil unions in the Near South Loop of Chicago. 1870s historic home, with beautiful original woodwork. Ten minutes from downtown, next store to the Women's Park. Also available for corporate events, baby showers, meetings, art shows, retreats, book launches, and more.

Lighting by Fox

3524 N. Halsted St., Chicago

www.lightingbyfox.com

Make your NEW life together brighter with Lighting by Fox! Now open at 3524 N. Halsted St., you'll find an extensive display of traditional to contemporary lighting to compliment your new beginnings. Visit www.lightingbyfox.com to see our showroom and our merchandise.

Pine Manor

401 S. Pine St.

Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Rev. Pamela, Wedding Officiant

847-873-7463

GayWeddingChicagoSite.com

A romantic getaway with suburban hospitality: Pine Manor. This unique wedding venue offers an intimate, homey elegance perfect for a small guest list of 30, or a private elopement to Chicagoland's Northwest suburbs. Catering to the unique needs of same-sex couples. Your ceremony, your way. Express your unique personality, beliefs and desires.

Polo Catering

773-927-7656

www.polocafe.com

Something different: One-stop planning for your special day. Something wonderful: From start to finish, we can plan and execute your entire event. Rely on us for flowers; upscale custom cuisine; music; unique, elegant event and banquet facilities; bed and breakfast facilities; and more.

With more than a generation of service to Chicago's LGBTQ Community, we can plan and execute your entire event from start to finish.

Total Promotions, Inc.

Contact David Strzepek,

773-505-7794

www.totalpromote.com

Special items for your wedding day: Favors, candles, thank you notes, invitations, monogramed glasses, boxes, gifts and so much more. Any item that can be imprinted, David can get you the best prices.

Tri-Star Catering

150 S. Wacker Drive, Chicago 312-368-8266

www.tristarcatering.com

scott@tristarcatering.com

After all, you should enjoy your event as much as your guests do. Tri-Star Catering is more than exceptional food tastefully presented. We take pride in creating the complete special event. Tri-Star takes the work and worry out of your busy schedule. Preparation, presentation, perfection!

Tucker, Inc.

5 S. Wabash, Suite 507, Chicago

312-263-3315

www.tuckercompany.net

Established 1935. Jewelry for every occasion. Celebrating marriage equality for all. Donald Strzepek, owner, proud to be part of the community.

Unity Lutheran Chicago

773-878-4747

www.unitylutheranchicago.org

Make your wedding dreams come true at Unity Lutheran Church, Balmoral and Broadway, Edgewater. Same-gender and opposite-gender weddings. Multicultural, LGBTQ friendly, community involved congregation. Pastor Fred Kinsey; Associate Pastor John Roberts.

View the special wedding section here: www.windycitymediagroup.com/pdf/WCT_20130501_weddings.pdf .


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