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WEDDINGS Gay and Lesbian Wedding Guide business listings
2013-10-14

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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.

Entertaining Company

312-829-2800

www.entertainingcompany.com

Entertaining Company, Chicago's caterer for 20 years, boldly designs every event, from vibrant wedding and commitment ceremony catering to sparkling social event catering, including backyard barbeques and black tie galas. Entertaining Company catering transports guests to a bold world of celebration inspired by a palate of artisan ingredients, global traditions and colorful settings.

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.

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.

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

Something different: One-stop planning for your special day. Something wonderful: From start to finish, we

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.

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