The couple suggests the Hampton Inn in West Monroe at exit 113 of I-20. There are several other hotels at this exit and in the area. This exit is only a few exits down from Calhoun.

The ceremony and reception will be held indoors.

The couple suggests semi formal and kindly request no jeans.

A full buffet dinner will be served.

The couple’s reception will offer a full open bar.

Yes. There will be a brief cocktail hour after the ceremony and before the reception starts.

Molto Bella offers free parking in the front of the venue. Also, immediately next door is a school that will be available for overflow parking.

Good question. Monroe does have Uber available.

Family: West Monroe has Surge for kids (next door to the suggested hotel). Louisiana Purchase Zoo is neat. Excalibur and Spartan Altitude Park is also fun for the kids. Tinseltown movie theater. Ladies: the antique alley in West Monroe for those who like to antique is really good. Pecanland Mall for shopping. Cara’s Boutique is a favorite of the bride’s. Dining: There’s lots of good choices for restaurants including Doe’s Eat Place, Trapp’s, Restaurant Cotton, The Warehouse, Catahoulas, etc. Guys: Golf at Johnny Myers Golf Course in Forsythe Park. Chenault Aviation Museum. There is kayaking on Bayou Desiard. Couples: Landry’s Vineyard is fun and close to the venue.