Ronnie + Sean
Ronnie + Sean
Dining/Activities
Dining & Activities In Salem, Oregon
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On The Venue Property
The Willamette Heritage Center connects generations through gathering, preserving, and sharing Mid-Willamette Valley history. A visit to our site is a step back in time. Our five-acre property is home to fourteen historic structures that vividly weave together the story of the Mid-Willamette Valley and the development of today’s diverse communities through permanent and changing exhibits, a research library and archive, a textile learning center
Willamette Heritage Center
The first two floors of the Thomas Kay Woolen Mill building are a museum devoted to telling the story of woolen processing, on its journey from fleece to fabric. Visitors can view machinery used for carding, spinning and weaving wool on the 2nd Floor. The Finishing Room tells the story of burling and mending, fulling, napping, shearing and final inspections.
Experience work and life in what was once a leading textile factory in Oregon, the legacy of which is continued today by Pendleton Woolen Mills.
Taproot OLD MILL CAFE
Insta - @taproot_old_mill_cafe
Great menu and awesome drinks. The brussels are a definite must!
Our venue only allows wine/beer service.
Arrive before The Spinning Room/Event Space opens to pop by and check them out!
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A Salem Gem
A true Salem childhood staple, & a great trip back in time for adults.
Enchanted Forest
Insta @enchantdforst
The Enchanted Forest is a family owned and operated Theme Park set on a hill in a beautiful forest setting in Oregon. Roger Tofte, creator, had a vision and embarked on many years of hard work to fulfill his dream. After 7 years of building, one bag of cement a t a time, the first section, Storybook Lane, opened in 1971.
In addition to Storybook Lane, the park has grown to include the Tofteville Western Town, Old European Village, Water-light show, Haunted House, Comedy Theatre, adult and children's rides, gift shops, restaurants and The Gathering Hall (Home to the Possibly Irish band) + more.
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Salem Dining
There are many great restaurants to explore in Downtown Salem and beyond. Here is list of a few options near and dear to us for one reason or another!
Best Little Roadhouse
First location where the Needles and Hurlbut families got to meet!
Great food, light atmosphere, mini golf.
Ronnie recommends the "Tennessee Wraps" as an appetizer
Sean recommends the "Butterfinger Sundae" as an appetizer 😂
Word Of Mouth Neighborhood Bistro
Insta @wordofmouthbistro
Best Breakfast Ever. Be prepared to wait. Hours are early and goofy - Check into it. Worth it.
Venti's Cafe + Taphouse
Insta @ventiscafe
Large variety of options.
Super tasty
Very friendly to all dietary needs. (Vegan, GF etc)
Sean worked at the Taphouse location for 10 magical years.
Venti's Cafe + Beer Vault
Insta @ventisbeervault
The Downtown Ventis has a swanky Beer Vault with great craft beer options available at both locations.
The Coin Jam
Insta @thecoinjam
Arcade, Food, Drinks.
Perfecto.
Ritter's Housemade Foods
Insta @ritterseatery
Basil & Board
Insta @basilandboard
Chopstick Brothers
There social media presense is dismal, but their food is amazing! 🔥🔥
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Salem Shopping
We definitely enjoy a good treasure hunt. These are the places in Salem we go to look for a few of our favorite things. I am sure you will find fun and unique things you will love to take home!
Aunt Bee's House
Insta - @aunt_bees_house
Salem Saturday Market
As we aren't gathering on Saturday August 1oth until after 5pm, you should swing by the nearby Saturday Market for amazing eats, treats, and goodies!
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Dining & Activities In Silverton (Where The Grooms Do Live)
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Silver Falls State Park
Insta @friendsofsilverfalls
If you want to take your breath away for a day, then visit the amazing Silver Falls State Park.
Easy access to a massive waterfall you can walk behind.
Take the whole trail to see some spectacular sights and views.
Never disappoints.
The Oregon Garden
Most of Ronnie & Sean's engagement photos from the gallery were taken at The Oregon Garden.
Truly beautiful setting filled with Oregon's beautiful scenery.
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Silverton Dining
We have settled into our community here in Silverton. There is so much going on and so much to offer. As you explore, make sure you refuel at one of our favorite places to eat!
Thai Dish Cuisine
Oso Spanish & Mediterranean Inspired Cuisine
Best thing to happen to Silverton over the past couple years.
Ronnie and Sean love just about anything you could order and regularly take visitors here for dinner!
The owner is spectacular.
A true gem in Silverton.
The Noble Fox
Great food + Drink.
Some of our engagement photos were taken here as well.
The Curbside Italian Kitchen
Insta @thecurbsidekitchen
Amazing food and who doesn't want GELATO!?!?
It doesn't get any more authentically Italian/Sicilian than this. The owners moved to the US about 10 years ago and have been providing top tier cuisine the entire time!
Silverton Bake Shop
Insta @silverton.bake.shop
Amazing Baked goods.
Near food trucks shops and other fun.
The Old Oak Oven
Insta @old_oak_oven_silverton
Absolutely the best wood fired pizza in town. The simple margarita pizza is outstanding.
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Silverton Shopping
I've Got Rocks In My Head
Insta @ivegotrocks
Shayla Lynn: Jewelry and Gifts
Insta @shaylalynnjewelry
Local jewelry artist. Shayla is sweet and amazing!
We love her and her shop!
The Wild Dandelion
Insta @thewilddandelionsilverton
Unique and wonderful finds.
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Nearby In Aurora, Oregon - Land Of Antiques
Aurora was Oregon’s first National Historic District (1856) when Wilhelm Keil brought his followers over the Oregon Trail from Missouri.
Today many of the historic buildings are filled with antique and specialty shops. The town is an international destination for antiques and vintage goods as well as a source for interior designers and movie and television producers. From furniture to jewelry, pottery to architectural salvage, books to records, vintage home decorations to old tools, Aurora has a huge selection of authentic and unusual finds!
The history and artifacts of the Aurora Colony have been preserved and are on display at the Old Aurora Colony Museum located in the center of the historic downtown area.
Main Street Mercantile
Room after room after room, 3 floors with a separate bonus 2 floor store in the back. Takes a good hour+ to get through if you're lucky.
Three Daisies Vintage
Insta @threedaisiesvintage
One of the really awesome and beautiful shops in Aurora.
