The Pavilion on Crystal Lake

We moved!

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Thanks to everyone who has taken the time to read and enjoy our blogs. While this blog will stay available as a resource of our past work .... I encourage everyone to check out our brand new blog at www.ctweddinggroup.com/blog

See you there!

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Don't miss the Pavilion on Crystal Lake on the Tyra Banks Show this Thursday, May 27, 2010 at 4pm! This is the last show before the series finale and it's going to be terrific!

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Crystal Lake love from Val McCormick!

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What? David Tutera at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake??? Stay Tuned....

Super cool photo by Arien Miller

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We welcome spring and the start of the 2010 wedding at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake! We are looking forward to another busy year, but do still have a few dates available. If you are looking for a 2010 wedding, please call 860-347-7171 or email Traci at traci@pavilioncatering.com for more information and to schedule a tour. Happy Spring!

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Congratulations to our very own Traci Pessina, who celebrated her wedding on March 13, 2010. Congratulations!

Congratulations Amy and Anthony!

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The Pavilion on Crystal Lake for only $59.95? It's true!

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For limited time, enjoy the beautiful Pavilion on Crystal Lake for only $59.95 per guest with a Premium Open Bar and Prime Rib!

Call 860-347-7171 to schedule your tour today! Hurry, this special price won't last long!

offer valid for new bookings after 2/16/10 only. May not be combined with any other discount. Please call 860-347-7171 for complete details.

For Immediate Release

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Middletown, CT – February 16, 2010 - WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, just announced Pavilion Catering has been selected to receive the WeddingWire 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards™ for Catering!

The annual Bride’s Choice Awards recognizes and celebrates excellence in quality and service within the wedding industry, as determined by recent reviews and extensive surveys from over 500,000 newlyweds.

Pavilion Catering is among the top five percent of all vendors in the WeddingWire community, which includes over 100,000 wedding professionals across the US and Canada. Awards were given to winners across 19 different service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers.

“We are excited to recognize and honor the success of the top wedding professionals within the WeddingWire Community” said Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer. “The annual Bride’s Choice Awards program has given us the unique opportunity to highlight the best wedding professionals in each region as reviewed by brides and grooms who have utilized their services in the past year.”

We are happy to announce that Pavilion Catering is among the very best Caterers within the WeddingWire Network, which includes WeddingWire and Martha Stewart Weddings.

"We are thrilled to once again win this award" stated Jonathan Jennings, Pavilion Catering's General Manager. "Our Brides are very special people, fulfilling their expectations and helping make dreams come true is the reason we come to work every day. We simply can't thank our Brides enough for nominating us for the 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards."

2010 Bridal Show and Menu Tasting!

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The 2010 Bridal Show and Menu Tasting was a HUGE success! I want to extend a special "thank you" to our many Brides and Grooms who attended our show and to our vendor partners that help make this show possible. I also want to extend my sincere appreciation to our terrific culinary staff, bartenders, staff supervisors and servers for helping to make a great show for our customers!

Here is just some of the incredible feedback we have received:

"We had a fantastic time at the bridal show last weekend. Having that opportunity to meet with high quality vendors really saved a lot of time and legwork. Not only did the buffet confirm our suspicions that the catering will be great and the cake delicious, but we were also able to book our photographer, DJ, and florist all in the same day. This event turned wedding planning headaches into a fun way to spend the day, and has added another great experience to our wedding process."

and

"We just wanted to take a moment to thank you for organizing such a terrific bridal show. We had a great time today and enjoyed having the opportunity to taste some of your wonderful offerings! The professionalism of the staff was very apparent and their positive energy was contagious. We are really looking forward to celebrating our special day with you this coming August."

Here are some "show plates" from the show

Chicken Roulade filled with Spaghetti Squash

Filet of Sole Pavilion. Scallop and Crabmeat Stuffing with Lobster Sauce

Stuffed Pork Loin with Lyman Orchards Apples

Butternut Squash Ravioli

Apricot Salmon with Pineapple Salsa

Charcoal Grilled Tenderloin of Beef

Here are the vendors who participated in the 2010 Pavilion Catering Bridal Show and Menu Tasting. Thank you all!

Cakes:

Kim Cottage Confections

Hotel:

Inn at Middletown

Florist:

Sharon Elizabeth Floral Design

Entertainers:

Mike Connolly Productions

HG Entertainment
Powerstation

Photographers:

Airen Miller Photography

Raw Photo Design

Transportation:

Cosmopolitan/ABC Transportation

Formal Wear and Wedding Gowns:

Modern Formals

The Wedding Dress

Videography:

Steven Fowler Films

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We are proud to announce that Pavilion Catering has won the 2010 Brides Choice Award! This award recognizes the top 5 percent of wedding professionals who demonstrate excellence in quality, service and professionalism.

You can meet Harry Gambardella from HG Entertainment at the 2010 Pavilion Catering Bridal Show on Saturday, January 30, 2010

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DJ Video Montage from Harry Gambardella on Vimeo.

RAW Photo Design at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake

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So I said to myself ... how hard could it be? I take photos ... I blog ... I am a reasonably intelligent adult human being ... really, how hard could it be? It sure LOOKS easy .... yeah ... kinda like brain surgery or hitting a 89 mile per hour splitter looks easy. For those who want the bottom line ... hire a brilliant photographer like Eric and Amber from RAW Photo Design ... just do it ... and do it now.

Anyway, in an effort to improve my meager photography skills ... and because they are super cool ... I offered the Pavilion on Crystal Lake for the recent Nail It (in camera) Workshop from RAW Photo Design. It was a FREEZING day right before Christmas and I was all set to learn some new skills with a bunch of my fellow classmates. I was ready ... brought my trusty Nikon, even remembered to charge the battery ... I was ready.

As the group assembled ... I started to get a bit nervous as professional photographer after professional photographer streamed into the class (didn't the info say amateurs were welcome? Where were the rest of the amateurs?)

As Eric started his lecture (prior to shooting) I was feeling pretty good ... following along just fine ... aperture ... got it ... shutter speed ... no problem ... ISO ... check ... white balance ... um, ok, ... filters ... what? ... Lighting, sure, whatever ... I can make it work ... (I hoped)

On to the shooting .... Amber rounded up some really sweet models for the day. Jessica, Erin and Laura (2 of which wore their actual wedding gowns!) These were not pros ... but really terrific if a bit nervous. But everyone was awesome ... especially after a bit of "liquid courage"

First shot ... Eric takes Jessica and positions her directly in front of the windows overlooking Crystal Lake ... and directly into the sun. I am thinking .... "this guy's crazy ... you can't shoot into the sun" when the entire class starts shooting away ... and taking some amazing shots .... yes, it was about this time when I started to understand how over-matched I really was (isn't it cute that it took me this long)

We moved from there onto the dance floor and the stage and even outside in the 20 degree weather and the results are below. Not MY results mind you ... my results are ummmm ... somewhat undistinguished. All I can say is thank God I am a terrific caterer ... or else I would starve!

Enjoy the photos ... visit Eric's Blog for more. I can't wait to hang some in my new sales and event design office on Highland Avenue in Middletown.

By the way ... Eric and Amber will be at the 2010 Pavilion Catering Bridal Show and Menu Tasting at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake on Saturday, January 30, 2010 from 10am to 5pm. Don't miss this opportunity to meet us both at the same time .... and I promise to leave my Nikon at home!

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Christmas has come a bit late this year .... but boy was it worth it. My Facebook buzzed with the news that the ultra talented Val McCormick had posted pictures from Gillian and Michael's wedding at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake. I wonder who is more excited ... me or Gillian!!! I LOVE great art ... gets me super excited for all of my 2010 brides!

Celebrate your wedding at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake ... great 2010 dates are still available!

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Thanks for the pictures Peter!

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Eric and Amber from RAW Photo Design are coming to the Pavilion on Crystal Lake on Monday, December 21, 2009 to host a killer new workshop. Maybe they can even help me take better pictures! Let's see how good they really are!!

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From the "Light the South Green Trees for Christmas" fundraiser at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake

Come see what all the buzz is about ...

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Call or email today to schedule your tour and consultation. Prime 2010 dates are booking now!

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We will start taking reservations for the 2010 Pavilion Catering Bridal Show and Menu Tasting soon .... stay tuned. To tide you over, here is a review from last year's show. Read the entire review here

Reviews for Pavilion Catering - Crystal Lake

The bridal show held here was extremely helpful! Shared which vendors they work with! Not only was I able to bring my husband to the 1st one, but I was able to bring an old school Italian Mother who cooks to the 2nd where I could have her try the food, see if it passed the mustard, and help me pick out what she liked best for our menu!! Six stars for the catering-- that says it all! Go to one of their bridal shows if you don’t believe me!

We had both our ceremony and reception at this site. Jonathan has to be one of the most special people to work with! We were extremely pleased with all services performed by this vendor.

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Congratulations Kelsey and Trevor!

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Thank you to Meghan and the Pavilion Catering staff for another job well done!

Congratulations Jen and AJ!

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Had the opportunity to work with the super cool and ultra talented Danielle Fuller recently at Jen and AJ's wedding at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake. Danielle is one of my favorites and I am sure you can see why from the images below. Jen and AJ were a terrific couple and I heard that they enjoyed a wonderful honeymoon in Greece!

Wow! Nicest letter I have received in a long time. Thank you so much Theresa and Mark!

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Congratulations Kelvin and Jody

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To the Administrative and Wait staff of the Pavilion at Crystal Lake,

On June 26, 2009 we were married and the reception was held at your establishment in
Middletown CT. We were very pleased with the decision to have our Wedding
Reception at the Pavilion. Your commitment to our families, friends and us was
outstanding and truly appreciated by all. We were not only blessed by a fabulous double
RAINBOW but the generosity of the staff made our night the most memorable event of
our lives and we will treasure it forever.

At this time would like to thank Jonathan and Tracy for all their expertise in making our
plans so easy and stress free. We would also like to thank the kitchen staff for their
outstanding preparation in the food choices that we chose. Special thanks goes out to
Meagan and the wait staff for their personal attention to not only us but our entire guest.
That evening was a wonderful experience we will cherish for the rest of our lives.

Again, thank you and may God bless you all.

Sincerely,
Kelvin and Jody

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Check us out in the latest edition of Brides Connecticut. We are on page 149!

Beautiful Spring at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake

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Congratulations Michelle and Curtis!

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Don't miss out!

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This sale was such a success in May that we have extended it through June! Act now and SAVE of to $1,100.00 on your 2010 wedding at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake! Call 860-347-7171 to visit our main website to schedule your appointment today!

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What in incredibly beautiful day it was on Crystal Lake this past Saturday, May 30, 2009. Absolutely perfect weather for Elissa and Sean's ceremony and reception. They are the nicest couple and we are thrilled that they had such a good time! Congratulations guys!

Congratulations Veronica and Steve!

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Veronica and Steve had a beautiful ceremony and reception at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake this past Saturday, May 23, 2009. While they are enjoying their honeymoon, we can enjoy their pictures. Special thanks to Airen Miller.

Congratulations Leah and Peter!

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May is the perfect time to celebrate at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake! Prime Spring 2010 dates are booking now. Call 860-347-7171 to reserve your date today!

Just received this via email this morning ... thank you Arlene!

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Hello all at the Pavilion,

Kevin and I would just like to thank you all for such a great wedding. We couldn’t have asked for anything better. Everything from the set-up, to the food, to taking care of our guests was top notch. You guys even were able to take care of my sister-in-law who is allergic to almost everything. We can’t thank you guys enough for making our wedding a day to remember.

We have attached some photos taken that day and if there is any more you might be interested in let us know because we have plenty.

Thank you again.

Sincerely,

Arlene and Kevin

It's here ... it's here!!!

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The all new Pavilion Catering website is live! Please visit www.pavilioncatering.com
Special thanks to Tara and the girls at IIMS for all of their hard work and to my special photographer friends without whom our new site would not have so many incredible images.

This just in!

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Just got these wedding pictures from Studio Blue ... thank you guys!

Giving Back

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Pavilion Catering continued a proud tradition of giving back to the community by sponsoring the 2009 Relay for Life "Celebration of Life Dinner Dance" at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake recently. This was a fun event and a terrific cause ... we are very proud to have helped!

Sneak Peek!

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The all new www.pavilioncatering.com is almost here ... here is a sneak peek of our new home page!

Congratulations Jennifer and Andrew!

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2009 Bride's Choice Award!

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We are thrilled to have been awarded the 2009 Bride's Choice Award .... thank you Pavilion Catering brides!

Check out our ad in The Connecticut Bride

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Celebrate your wedding at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake!

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Check us out on Martha Stewart's wedding website!

Laughter lives at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake

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Discover Love at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake

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Beautiful Weddings happen at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake!

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Congratulations Xana and Kevin!

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I love history

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This is the Pavilion on Crystal Lake in the 1930's (I believe) There was once trolly service from downtown Middletown to "Lakeview Park" for summertime swimming and fun.

Here is how we look today

Thank you Heather and Gill!

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Check out the stamp ... very cool!

Congratulations Amanda and Chris!

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Found this picture from 02 ....

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I think it's a great idea for your card box! :)

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Experience love at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake

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New review as seem on www.judysbook.com

The Pavilion on Crystal Lake is amazing. They have a small area overlooking the lake with a gazebo that is perfect for a small size wedding. Then there is their incredible banquet hall overlooking a beautiful setting on the lake, with lush green lawns perfect for picture taking. It is one of the best places in CT to hold your wedding reception, the food is great, they have a full bar, a DJ area, a dance floor, and a loft for a little private time above it all.
Published by Jason ..

Beautiful weddings happen at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake special thinks to Discover Photo

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Congratulations to Cristina and Steven and special thanks to Discover Photo. Check out http://discoverphoto.blogspot.com

Congratulations to Carrie and Chad!

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Celebrate at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake!

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September 13, 2008

Congratulations Ken and Vicky!!

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Just discovered this postcard of Crystal Lake from 1912!

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We went a bit old school this past Saturday with gold charger plates. Haven't seem those in awhile ... but they look terrific ... especially with the beautiful flowers and chair covers.

Love happens at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake

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August 23, 2008

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Beautiful day at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake! Delicious food and perfect weather!

August 23, 2008

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Beautiful day at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake! Delicious food and perfect weather!

August 9, 2008

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Terrific weather today ... the kind of day that makes me very happy that I am in charge of the weather! Ha! But really, this is the type of day that makes me happy that I am a caterer ... perfect weather, very nice Brides and families ... and delicious food ... what more could you ask?

Congratulations Carissa and Jesse July 18, 2008

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Found this on the terrific blog http://discoverphoto.blogspot.com

Thanks to Hickman Video

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Special thanks to PhotoPros

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Special thanks to PhotoPros

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Special thanks to PhotoPros

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Special thanks to PhotoPros

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Special thanks to PhotoPros

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Special Thanks to Airen MIller

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June 21, 2008 evening

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June 21, 2008 afternoon

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Our ceremony chairs are here!! These fruitwood padded chairs are the perfect choice for your ceremony at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake. Available now, these chairs are priced at just $2 per chair. Call today to add these chairs to your wedding package!

June 14, 2008

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June 21, 2008

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If it's June ... it must be picnic time! Special thanks to the LeGere Group who celebrated summer with Pavilion Catering at the beautiful Cave Hill Resort in Moodus! Great food, beautiful weather and a gorgeous pool ... what more could you ask?

June 11, 2008

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June 11, 2008

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Friday May 23, 2008

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Wow! The weather today was just perfect for our wedding at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake! We were very happy for the beautiful bride and her lucky groom .... as I blog this they and their guests are dancing the night away on our red oak dance floor! Ceremony musicians provided by Powerstation events.

Congratulations Marcia and Brian!!

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Although it was a drizzly evening ... the weather could not dampen the spirits of this "luau" themed wedding! The DJ's played Calypso music and the guests enjoyed a delicious meal and danced the night away .... sounds fun to me!

Spring at last!

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Spring is here and with it the busy 2008 Wedding Season!

We have made some wonderful improvements to our ceremony site and have purchased ceremony chairs ... allowing us to offer cool fruitwood chairs at a very reasonable price.

Great weather today and we are excited for Michelle and Jeremiah at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake ... it's a great day for a wedding with Pavilion Catering!

Everyone loves to see food pictures!

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Here are some of the delicious entrees that were sampled at the 2008 Pavilion Catering Bridal Show this past Sunday.

2008 Bridal Show

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The 2008 Bridal Show was a HUGE success! A special thank you to the wonderful wedding professionals who helped us make this an exciting and productive day for all of our brides.

Did you attend the show? If you are you still thinking about booking your wedding with us, we still have limited 2008 dates available at the Pavilion on Crystal Lake! Call 860-347-7171 or email traci@pavilioncatering.com today to book your date!

Special thanks to Studio 1923

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