Party Resource Guide
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FLOWERS
Wisteria Design Studio—Owner Russell Toscano uses his background in theater and visual arts to create fantastic floral designs that have earned him and his studio multiple awards including Minnesota Bride Magazine’s best florist in 2008. 275 Market St., Suite 50, Mpls.; 612.332.0633.
Bastian Skoog—Hand-picked blooms from owners Liz Bastian, who holds a BS in biology and has done graduate work in plant pathology, and Heidi Skoog, who has experience in all media from pottery to paper, set this floral-design studio apart. 310 N. 2nd St., Mpls.; 612.333.6450.
A Day in Provence—If classical, European-inspired floral arrangements are your thing, check out Tara Bailie’s A Day in Provence, whose arrangements will make you swear you’re walking down those narrow cobblestone streets. 651.260.5157.
SPACES TO RENT FOR GROUPS
The Soap Factory— Home to the 10-second Film Festival and the $99 art sale, this Nordeast gallery can also be home to your next event, with a funky, arty flair. 518 2nd St. N.E., Mpls.; 612.623.9176.
D’Amico Cucina—Cucina offers guests three places to host private parties: the Wine Room, which seats 14; the West Room, which can hold about 50; and the atrium, which can expand to suit 200 guests for a seated dinner. All rooms have a food and beverage minimum, starting at $750, and include a four-course pre-selected menu. 100 N. 6th St., Mpls.; 612.338.2401.
Rogue Buddha Gallery—Named best gallery in the Twin Cities and featured in GQ magazine as one of the best galleries in the world, this space, with its distressed wood floors and rustic walls, promises to add class to your next event. 357 13th Ave. N.E., Mpls.; 612.331.3889.
Loring Pasta Bar—What better way to party than with the ghost of Bob Dylan’s past? The funky space above the Dinkytown favorite is rumored to be where the folk singer lived during his stint at the U, so grab your friends and party like a rock star. 327 14th Ave. S.E., Mpls.; 612.378.4849.
Varsity Theater—One of the cities’ best venues for live music can be yours for the evening. Located in the heart of Dinkytown, the Varsity will even display a special message or your event’s name on the marquee. 1308 4th St. S.E., Mpls.; 612.604.0222.
Atlas Grill & Clubroom—With a beautiful dining room and award-winning cuisine, this downtown space will create a lasting impression on your guests. US Bank Plaza, 200 S. 6th St., Mpls.; 612.332.4200.
Cue at the Guthrie—What better place for a dramatic setting than the Guthrie’s excellent restaurant, with a European Waldorf cooking island and equally impressive views of the Mississippi. 806 S. 2nd St., Mpls.; 612.225.6499.
Mission American Kitchen and Bar—Impress your guests with the bright contemporary setting and great service of Mission’s two private dining rooms, each tricked out with state-of-the-art A/V equipment. 77 S. 7th St., Mpls.; 612.338.4700.
RENTAL COMPANIES
Aarcee Party and Tent Rental—From table settings and linens to tents and LED lighting, Aarcee’s got you covered. 5300 W. 35th St., St. Louis Park; 952.922.7233.
Linen Effects—Chair covers, table accessories and, of course, linens of all kinds are at your disposal with help from Linen Effects. There are also multiple pre-designed collections to choose from. 1801 W. Ricer Road N., Mpls.; 612.355.2500.
Apres Party & Tent Rental—With smart and snappy looking designs, Apres has all the details for your next party covered, from linens and flatware all the way to the tent over your guests’ heads. From a simple sun shelter to a fully enclosed space with plastic windows, they basically have any type of tent you can dream up for your next big event. 7625 Cahill Rd., Edina; 952.942.3399.
COST-SAVING VENUES
Chiang Mai Thai—No rental fee is required if a minimum food and beverage cost is met in the back private party room, which includes a fully stocked bar. 3001 Hennepin Ave. S., Mpls.; 612.827.1606.
Jitters Café—This cozy grotto space features great food and a cool vibe, all for no room rental fee. 205 E. Hennepin Ave., Mpls.; 612.617.1111.
BARWARE
Sur la Table—Featuring every kitchen and bar gadget ever invented, you’ll find things you didn’t even know you needed in the heart of 50th and France. 3901 W. 50th St., Mpls.; 952.656.0045.
MartinPatrick3—From leather goods and shaving cream to some of the best bar accessories in the cities, this goods shop with a masculine flair (oxymoron?) has everything you need for your bar. 121 N. 1st St., Mpls.; 612.746.5329
Chef’s Gallery—From the expected to the extraordinary, this fantastic shop in Stillwater has been a destination for anyone with the slightest interest in cookware for nearly a decade. 324 S. Main St., Stillwater; 651.351.1144.
Shops for Vintage Linen Napkins St. Vincent DePaul—This thrift store is full of goodies if you look hard enough, including fantastic linens and napkins. 461 7th St. W., St. Paul; 651.227.1332.
Goodwill and Salvation Army stores—You know what they say: one person’s trash is another person’s treasure, and such is the case at these thrift stores, where our style enforcer Stephen Trevino finds great linens. Multiple metro locations.
The Mall of St. Paul—With a string of antiques sellers, you’re sure to find interesting party items, including linens and napkins, at every price point. 1817 Selby Ave., St. Paul; 651.646.6163
Corazon—Featuring art, gifts and items for all rooms of your home, Corazon also has a great selection of linens and napkins that will fit the bill for your next event. 1026 Washington Ave. S., Mpls., 612.333.1662; 4646 E. Lake St., Mpls., 612.276.0198.
INVITATION DESIGNERS
Give My Regards To—Owner/designer Amy Zaroff has a top-notch team of graphic designers, event planners and in-house printing and design teams that consistently deliver some of the best invites east of the Mississippi. 7179 Washington Ave. S., Edina; 952.941.3371.
Studio on Fire—This design and letterpress operation will help you create some unique, modern invites that will have everyone talking (and complimenting). There’s a minimum project order of $300, but the final product makes it worth every cent. 1621 E. Hennepin Ave., Mpls.; 612.379.3000.
Epitome Papers—Featuring engraved announcements and party invitations, Epitome Papers won Minnesota Bride Magazine’s best invitations award in 2007. The Galleria, 70th and France avenues, Edina; 952.920.2978.
SHOPS FOR TABLE LINENS
The European Table—Just like the name says, transport your guests to the English countryside with an amazing selection of table linens and more. 350 St. Peter St., St. Paul; 612.801.1218
H&B Gallery—Items from estate sales and other consignment stores are hand picked and shown in multiple gallery spaces, with prices that cater to any shopper. 2730 Hennepin Ave. S., Mpls.; 612.874.6436.
Wisteria Design Studio—Owner Russell Toscano uses his background in theater and visual arts to create fantastic floral designs that have earned him and his studio multiple awards including Minnesota Bride Magazine’s best florist in 2008. 275 Market St., Suite 50, Mpls.; 612.332.0633.
Bastian Skoog—Hand-picked blooms from owners Liz Bastian, who holds a BS in biology and has done graduate work in plant pathology, and Heidi Skoog, who has experience in all media from pottery to paper, set this floral-design studio apart. 310 N. 2nd St., Mpls.; 612.333.6450.
A Day in Provence—If classical, European-inspired floral arrangements are your thing, check out Tara Bailie’s A Day in Provence, whose arrangements will make you swear you’re walking down those narrow cobblestone streets. 651.260.5157.
SPACES TO RENT FOR GROUPS
The Soap Factory— Home to the 10-second Film Festival and the $99 art sale, this Nordeast gallery can also be home to your next event, with a funky, arty flair. 518 2nd St. N.E., Mpls.; 612.623.9176.
D’Amico Cucina—Cucina offers guests three places to host private parties: the Wine Room, which seats 14; the West Room, which can hold about 50; and the atrium, which can expand to suit 200 guests for a seated dinner. All rooms have a food and beverage minimum, starting at $750, and include a four-course pre-selected menu. 100 N. 6th St., Mpls.; 612.338.2401.
Rogue Buddha Gallery—Named best gallery in the Twin Cities and featured in GQ magazine as one of the best galleries in the world, this space, with its distressed wood floors and rustic walls, promises to add class to your next event. 357 13th Ave. N.E., Mpls.; 612.331.3889.
Loring Pasta Bar—What better way to party than with the ghost of Bob Dylan’s past? The funky space above the Dinkytown favorite is rumored to be where the folk singer lived during his stint at the U, so grab your friends and party like a rock star. 327 14th Ave. S.E., Mpls.; 612.378.4849.
Varsity Theater—One of the cities’ best venues for live music can be yours for the evening. Located in the heart of Dinkytown, the Varsity will even display a special message or your event’s name on the marquee. 1308 4th St. S.E., Mpls.; 612.604.0222.
Atlas Grill & Clubroom—With a beautiful dining room and award-winning cuisine, this downtown space will create a lasting impression on your guests. US Bank Plaza, 200 S. 6th St., Mpls.; 612.332.4200.
Cue at the Guthrie—What better place for a dramatic setting than the Guthrie’s excellent restaurant, with a European Waldorf cooking island and equally impressive views of the Mississippi. 806 S. 2nd St., Mpls.; 612.225.6499.
Mission American Kitchen and Bar—Impress your guests with the bright contemporary setting and great service of Mission’s two private dining rooms, each tricked out with state-of-the-art A/V equipment. 77 S. 7th St., Mpls.; 612.338.4700.
RENTAL COMPANIES
Aarcee Party and Tent Rental—From table settings and linens to tents and LED lighting, Aarcee’s got you covered. 5300 W. 35th St., St. Louis Park; 952.922.7233.
Linen Effects—Chair covers, table accessories and, of course, linens of all kinds are at your disposal with help from Linen Effects. There are also multiple pre-designed collections to choose from. 1801 W. Ricer Road N., Mpls.; 612.355.2500.
Apres Party & Tent Rental—With smart and snappy looking designs, Apres has all the details for your next party covered, from linens and flatware all the way to the tent over your guests’ heads. From a simple sun shelter to a fully enclosed space with plastic windows, they basically have any type of tent you can dream up for your next big event. 7625 Cahill Rd., Edina; 952.942.3399.
COST-SAVING VENUES
Chiang Mai Thai—No rental fee is required if a minimum food and beverage cost is met in the back private party room, which includes a fully stocked bar. 3001 Hennepin Ave. S., Mpls.; 612.827.1606.
Jitters Café—This cozy grotto space features great food and a cool vibe, all for no room rental fee. 205 E. Hennepin Ave., Mpls.; 612.617.1111.
BARWARE
Sur la Table—Featuring every kitchen and bar gadget ever invented, you’ll find things you didn’t even know you needed in the heart of 50th and France. 3901 W. 50th St., Mpls.; 952.656.0045.
MartinPatrick3—From leather goods and shaving cream to some of the best bar accessories in the cities, this goods shop with a masculine flair (oxymoron?) has everything you need for your bar. 121 N. 1st St., Mpls.; 612.746.5329
Chef’s Gallery—From the expected to the extraordinary, this fantastic shop in Stillwater has been a destination for anyone with the slightest interest in cookware for nearly a decade. 324 S. Main St., Stillwater; 651.351.1144.
Shops for Vintage Linen Napkins St. Vincent DePaul—This thrift store is full of goodies if you look hard enough, including fantastic linens and napkins. 461 7th St. W., St. Paul; 651.227.1332.
Goodwill and Salvation Army stores—You know what they say: one person’s trash is another person’s treasure, and such is the case at these thrift stores, where our style enforcer Stephen Trevino finds great linens. Multiple metro locations.
The Mall of St. Paul—With a string of antiques sellers, you’re sure to find interesting party items, including linens and napkins, at every price point. 1817 Selby Ave., St. Paul; 651.646.6163
Corazon—Featuring art, gifts and items for all rooms of your home, Corazon also has a great selection of linens and napkins that will fit the bill for your next event. 1026 Washington Ave. S., Mpls., 612.333.1662; 4646 E. Lake St., Mpls., 612.276.0198.
INVITATION DESIGNERS
Give My Regards To—Owner/designer Amy Zaroff has a top-notch team of graphic designers, event planners and in-house printing and design teams that consistently deliver some of the best invites east of the Mississippi. 7179 Washington Ave. S., Edina; 952.941.3371.
Studio on Fire—This design and letterpress operation will help you create some unique, modern invites that will have everyone talking (and complimenting). There’s a minimum project order of $300, but the final product makes it worth every cent. 1621 E. Hennepin Ave., Mpls.; 612.379.3000.
Epitome Papers—Featuring engraved announcements and party invitations, Epitome Papers won Minnesota Bride Magazine’s best invitations award in 2007. The Galleria, 70th and France avenues, Edina; 952.920.2978.
SHOPS FOR TABLE LINENS
The European Table—Just like the name says, transport your guests to the English countryside with an amazing selection of table linens and more. 350 St. Peter St., St. Paul; 612.801.1218
H&B Gallery—Items from estate sales and other consignment stores are hand picked and shown in multiple gallery spaces, with prices that cater to any shopper. 2730 Hennepin Ave. S., Mpls.; 612.874.6436.
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