Thanksgiving in Acton!

Posted on November 19, 2018 by admin

With Acton being the scenic, New England town it is, Thanksgiving in Acton can conjure images of the traditional, American Thanksgiving. But before you sit down and give thanks with family and friends, what are your families doing the morning of Thanksgiving? If your involved in the cooking process, your most likely busy, but for everyone else, here is a blog highlighting some of the fun activities happening around town!

Thanksgiving Football

A tradition like no other. Occurring generally after the high school football season has ended, these rivalry games between neighboring towns are usually most seniors last chance to play in front of friends and families. The winner of the annual Thanksgiving game has bragging rights for every time they return home for the following years for Thanksgiving. The annual game between Acton-Boxborough vs Westford Academy will take place at 10:00 am at Leary Field in Acton, MA.

If you would rather throw the pigskin around with friends any family at a manicured field, the lower fields of Acton-Boxborough High School may be a viable option. Casual games of touch football are known to occur there on Thanksgiving with ample room for more than a few parties to share the field.

10th Annual 5k Turkey Trot!

While not on everyone’s agenda during Thanksgiving week, fitness conscious people need an excuse to eat all those calories from the day before! If this sounds like you, sign up for the 5k Acton Turkey Trot! This race annually brings in over 2000 participants and even more spectators cheering them on. The race starts at 10 a.m. and it is on the following day after Thanksgiving (Friday, 23rd ). Starting at the high school, customs are welcome, and part of the proceeds goes to helping the Acton food pantry and youth running groups!

Thanksgiving in Acton Ma

If you are traveling to Acton to attend a thanksgiving, we welcome you to our town. While turkey trots and high school football are not unique to Acton, MA, we are thankful for the community we are a part of and the traditions that have become a part of our Thanksgiving. If your first time in Acton, come by Exchange Hall and check out our outdoor Fall decorations! From all of us here at Exchange Hall we say Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Holidays!

4 Top Tips for Planning a Fall Wedding

Posted on September 18, 2018 by admin

According to the popular wedding website The Knot, four out of the five most popular wedding dates for last year’s 2017 were in autumn. September and October are great months for getting married! Not only are you less likely to run into weather issues, but you also get to take advantage of beautiful fall foliage for your photos and wedding decor.

Are you planning a fall wedding for this upcoming year? Here are a few important things to keep in mind.

Plan for the Weather

Outdoor weddings in early fall aren’t that unusual—it can be a great time to enjoy the natural scenery without sweating in a fancy jacket or dry-clean only dress. Fall weather can be unpredictable, though. Think about leaving a small throw blanket on each seat, and consider how charming it could look if all your bridesmaids have matching pashmina shawls. Another cute idea? Have a hot cocoa station waiting for your guests at the reception for a quick warm-up solution.

Make Use of Seasonal Decor

Pastels and springtime florals don’t lend themselves as well to autumn as rich hues of burgundy, ochre, and pumpkin orange. Make the most of fall’s incredible palette and incorporate seasonal decor into your wedding reception. Obvious examples include using gourds in lieu of flowers as centerpieces and opting for caramel apple-scented candles, but why not get even more creative? Have the flower girl throw colorful leaves instead of petals, and opt for bales of hay (covered with a soft cloth to prevent poking) that will serve as chic sitting areas at the reception.

It’s Hard to Say No to Apple Pie

The menu is a great place to fully explore the theme of fall. Many brides are exploring alternatives to the traditional wedding cake—why not have wedding pies? Apple, pumpkin, and peach are sure to be a hit. As for dinner, turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes are sure to be a home run. Additionally, here is the list of approved vendors we like to recommend to those considering using Exchange Hall!

Bottoms Up: Pumpkin Pie Sangria

Choosing a few signature drink mixes for your wedding reception can ensure your guests get their drinks quickly, while also adding a memorable touch to the evening. Drinks like pumpkin pie sangria, caramel apple mimosas, and cranberry sauce mimosas will have everyone saying your autumn wedding is unbe”leaf”able!

How will you take advantage of autumn for your wedding reception? Talk to the event experts at Exchange Hall for more ideas. They have plenty of experience—give them a call to see how their venue can be transformed for fall.

Planning Your Fall Wedding

Posted on December 10, 2015 by admin

Fall wedding season is a busy time for everyone involved; the couple, caterers and event hall owners. Fall weddings offer beautiful photo opportunities without the heat of the summer or the cold of the winter. We have some helpful tips for planning your fall wedding!

While fall weddings aren’t as cold as winter weddings, there still is the potential for it to get chilly for guests and those involved. If your wedding is to be set outside and the reception inside, offer blankets or shawls to keep guests warm.
To make the bride’s dress pop in photos, integrate fall colors for the wedding parties. Colors like brown or burgundy are great fall colors to compliment the white of the bride’s dress.
To make sure your wedding isn’t too indicative of Halloween, mix in gourds and squash with pumpkins when it comes to decorating. They can make great centerpieces for guests at the wedding!
For flowers, choose in-season flowers that will complement the fall wedding. Flowers such as roses, sunflowers, dahlias, asters, zinnias and chrysanthemums make for beautiful and elegant bouquets and centerpieces.

If you’re interested in holding your fall wedding at Exchange Hall, contact us today by calling 978-263-8500 or by filling out our contact form.

Tips When Choosing a Banquet Hall

Posted on December 10, 2015 by admin

Banquet halls can be used for anything from wedding receptions to business meetings. Since there are so many different occasions for banquet halls, you want to ensure you are choosing the perfect hall. Here are some tips to finding the perfect banquet hall:

When choosing a banquet hall, you want to make sure the location is easily accessible for your guests. If the hall location is in a spot where people will have to commute far, you’ll find you won’t have as many guests.
As you plan your function, you need to consider how big of a guest list you’ll have. If you have a large guest list, but a small area in the hall, you’re going to run into problems. You want to choose a function hall that has enough space to accommodate your guests.
As you search for a hall, remember the interior of it. If you’ll be decorating for your event, you want to ensure that the hall will work with the decorating ideas you have in mind.
You want to make sure that the function hall is going to accommodate the set up you have for your event. You’ll have a seating plan, arrangement of food and depending on the event, a dance floor and stage. Does the hall you have in mind have room for all of this?

For more information on banquet halls, contact Exchange Hall at 978-263-8500 or by filling out our contact form!