Thank you so very much! We plan on having the reception at the ballroom as well and extending the time till 1 am. I guess we will pay for the open bar for th 50 people coming for a couple of extra hours. Which DJ did you use? We got a DJ as well as fire starter/drum dancers for 30 minutes and maybe going to add another performer. I am flying in a photographer from home that we have used since we were kids. I'm not so worried about the money because in NY this would cost us a lot more, however I just want to make sure that this is possible. What did you do for centerpieces? I sent Cecilia pictures of the centerpieces I want and the florist she uses priced us at 150 per centerpiece.. which isnt too bad. I am comfortable using everyone that cecilia suggests because i know they will use the best, being that they do weddings there everyday she knows who to use and who not to use.. atleast i hope.. haha.. If you get a chance and dont mind can you email me some more pics of your day.. rachel_gerber@yahoo.com Thanks again for all the info!!