Question 1

Do we need to get a coordinator?

Accepted Answer

We do not require you to have a Coordinator as we include a lot of support and coordination along the way, including a day-of Facilitator for most things a coordinator would do day-of. The only thing you may want a coordinator for is to manage your decorations, gift/card station, guest book, and dessert table, as these are the only pieces of the puzzle that our team does not handle.

Question 2

What will our day-of Facilitator be in charge of?

Accepted Answer

Your SBV Facilitator will be the main face for Scribner Bend Vineyards on your wedding day. They will be ensuring your vendors are arriving on site on time, managing our Event Staff as they place your reception tables and chairs/ceremony chairs/cocktail hour and bar service, ensuring your Personal Set-Up person (decorator) has placed all items in their corresponding spots (table numbers, guest book, decor, etc).

Question 3

Who usually covers the tasks that our Facilitator does not cover?

Accepted Answer

Your Personal Set-Up person (decorator). This is someone you trust to place all your personal pieces – we recommend selecting close family or friends. Please do not select anyone for this role that is included in photos before the ceremony, due to the timing of set-up and photos with your photographer. We suggest you meet with this person the week of your wedding and discuss what items you are bringing on site and where they will need to be placed.

Question 4

Do we have to run our own rehearsal?

Accepted Answer

One of our experienced SBV team members will run you through your wedding rehearsal and answer any last minute wedding questions you might have that day.

Question 5

Do we need to set up tables and chairs?

Accepted Answer

Not at all! Our experienced Events Team will set up all included tables and chairs according to your requested layout. If you rent or bring in different tables or chairs, we will make sure they are where they need to be as well.

Question 6

What are we responsible for at the end of the evening?

Accepted Answer

Your designated End of Evening (parents, wedding party attendants) person is responsible for gathering and packing any decorative items you brought with you, including gifts, cards, guest book, and signs. Our crew will take care of all the heavy lifting, cleaning, and trash.

Question 7

Do you include linens and other tabletop items?

Accepted Answer

While we do include wine glasses, we do not include any linens, place settings, etc – we want to make sure that you get just the colors and styles you want! Linens, place settings, flatware, water glasses, champagne flutes, and anything else for your tables can be coordinated through Paesanos. They partner with a local company, Celebrations Party Rentals, to bring you easy access to a huge selection of items, colors, and styles. You are also welcome to rent items on your own if you so choose, but most of our couples find it much easier to go through Paesanos.

Question 8

What if we want all long tables for our reception rather than rounds?

Accepted Answer

We have just enough 8′ and 6′ tables for a traditional head table or King’s table. If you’d like all your guests seated at long tables, you can rent additional tables through Celebrations.

Question 9

Can we have hard alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Due to our liquor license, hard alcohol is not allowed anywhere on property. This includes in the Bungalow and Airstream Lounge.

Question 10

Can we have a dry wedding?

Accepted Answer

You can absolutely have a dry wedding! If this is an option you are interested in, please let us know, and we’ll provide pricing for you.

Question 11

Do we have to use the “Preferred Vendors”?

Accepted Answer

The ONLY required vendor is Paesanos Catering. You are welcome to choose any other vendors that fit you best, whether they are on our list or not. If you choose a vendor that isn’t on the list though, there is a Non-Preferred Vendor Fee of 5% to that vendor. This 5% is based on your contract rated with that vendor. You should discuss this with vendors prior to entering into a contract with them – if their pricing doesn’t allow room for the vendor fee, then the fee will be added to your wedding contract with SBV as your responsibility to pay.

Question 12

Do we have to purchase Wedding Insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we require all weddings to purchase wedding insurance. We recommend WedSafe or The Event Helper as they are very easy to use.

Question 13

What’s the maximum guest count?

Accepted Answer

225 guests April–October, 125 guests in March and November.

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Frequently asked questions

Do we need to get a coordinator?

What will our day-of Facilitator be in charge of?

Who usually covers the tasks that our Facilitator does not cover?

Do we have to run our own rehearsal?

Do we need to set up tables and chairs?

What are we responsible for at the end of the evening?

Do you include linens and other tabletop items?

What if we want all long tables for our reception rather than rounds?

Can we have hard alcohol?

Can we have a dry wedding?

Do we have to use the “Preferred Vendors”?

Do we have to purchase Wedding Insurance?

What’s the maximum guest count?

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