Marin venues

We've looked at some awesome places already, and we're planning on visiting some more this Monday.  We started in Marin, and now we're looking at places in the East Bay.  The three places we've looked at were all amazing and beautiful.

San Francisco Theological Seminary
It looks like a freaking castle!  How awesome is that?  And do you see that labyrinth?  Can you imagine how awesome it would be to get married in the center of a labyrinth and have all your friends and family around you?


Sadly, we're probably not going to pick SFTS because -while absolutely gorgeous - they don't have a great reception hall without crosses.  And as two good Jewish gals getting married, a cross would just ruin my mood.  And while it's beautiful to have a wedding and reception outside, there isn't enough shade to keep my delicate white skin from turning into the color of a lobster.

Cost: $800-2900


UU Congregation of Marin

UUs are awesome, and this church is no exception.  They have right on their website that they're welcoming of all gender identities.  Isn't that awesome?  And not to mention the place is absolutely beautiful and they have tons of weddings there, so the coordinator really knows what she's talking about.  They provide tables and chairs too, and are really accommodating.

We probably won't go with them because the arbor, what's pictured to the right, would not comfortably fit all 125 guests we're looking at having at the wedding.  It's an awesome reception site - cheap too! - but as a wedding and reception venue, it just barely doesn't make the cut.

Cost: $2095


Frantoio
Frantoio, Frantoio.  Your food is so amazing!  They make their own olive oil and - oh yum - can you tell!  The food melts in your mouth. Plus, the coordinator is really friendly.  We drove around and found this adorable park (Bayfront Park) just 6 minutes away that has both wild flowers and water.  It's amazing.  This is definitely a possibility.

Cost: $32 per person, $3,000 minimum