Mt. Vernon Room has gone to the dogs!

Last Wednesday, we were honored to host the Assistance Dogs Association graduation celebration. On the menu... Kibbles and Bits and bacon treats! Ok, not really, but the guests of honor were 7 beautiful and incredibly smart dogs who had just finished training with their new owners who were also being honored. These dogs and their owners work together to complete everyday activities and offer companionship and support for one another. It was really enjoyable to watch them interact and their stories were heartwarming.

I wanted to remind you all that Parkway and Cambridge place isn't just for weddings. Host a company party, holiday celebration, baby and bridal showers, or an event for your organization. And if you don't need all the space the Mt. Vernon Room at Parkway is perfect for guests numbers 50 - 150. It's also worth noting that we can accommodate your needs and special requests so don't hesitate to ask.

Get Down at Parkway and Cambridge Place!

Decisive Moment Photojournalism has graciously offered a special for Cambridge and Parkway clients for new 2008 bookings! Just $300 an hour with a minimum of 2 hours. (Click on the photo below and read more.)
This special is ideal for corporate events, holiday parties, and anniversary parties as well as weddings.

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$1,000 Off When You Book at Cambridge Place!

Book your event with Cambridge Place for November 2008, January 2009 or February 2009 with a minimum of 200 guests and receive $1000 discount off our regular event package price.

See our online Cambridge Place Calendar to see available dates. Call us to book or schedule a time to visit.

Cambridge Place
1821 W. Alexis Rd
Toledo, Ohio 43613
419-475-6393

A LaClair Affair

Bob and Kim LaClair hosted a beautiful blue and pink reception for their daughter Lindsay and new son-in-law Mike. I was able to stop in and see the party in action! I thought I'd show you a few details from their event. I loved the bowl of flowers and self-standing menu but my favorite element are the white lights around the pillars.

A Bright Idea from Mitch and Kellie

On the fifth of July, Mitch and Kellie were married and chose to celebrate at the Parkway! Kellie decorated her special day in a beautiful and vibrant yellow that just lit up the room.

When I saw the room decorated for her big night, the centerpieces are what jumped out at me. Instead of flowers or candles, Mitch and Kellie placed cupcake tears on every table, each topped with an adorable sunflower candy. This made dessert time so easy for their guests... but so tempting through dinner! They saved money as well doubling decor as dessert! Smart thinking. For themselves, a small two teared cake with sunflowers sat on the cake table. It was such a fresh and budget friendly idea.

For their guests, a small white candle wrapped in a sparkling yellow tule and tied with a white bow sat at each place setting. You could definitely feel the warmth Mitch and Kellie wanted to share.


Some "bright" sayings to add to your candle favors:

"Burning Love"
"Light if my life"
"Warm memories, Bright future"
"Take a bit of today's joy to brighten tomorrow"
“The Light of our Love will Always Burn Bright”

Save $100 with Decorative Sound!

Looking for a DJ for your event? Decorative Sound is a phenomenal entertainment company in the Toledo area and they are offering $100 off your DJ services for Parkway and Cambridge clients! Just mention this blog post and you'll save $100!
Here's the number: 419-867-6733

Personally, I can speak to Decorative Sounds professionalism. My husband and I had been to three weddings DJed by Decorative Sound and then booked them for our own wedding back in May.

Their Advantage:
• Punctuality - They arrive at your event 2 hours before it begins to ensure they are set to go and to keep your stress at 0%

• They give you unlimited time - if your event runs over, no big deal! They are there to keep the party going as long as you want!

• Professionalism - Incomparable. Always in a tuxedo, pleasant and personable, they listen to what you want for your party.

• They will play at your ceremony - How great is that? Make things much easier on yourself, and let them take care of the ceremony.


I'm telling you, we were completely impressed! We enjoyed their style, they don't talk too much or annoy your guests. Our DJ was even there to greet me straight off our trolley when we arrived at the reception. He took care of everything. Never bothered me and took the night on a great pace.
Even more, I appreciated that they listened to what was important to us. Jason, my husband, and I had a style for the wedding that we wanted portrayed in our music. Along with a few songs we mentioned were very important to us, they made that feeling come alive with their music selections. We couldn't have been more pleased.

You just can't go wrong with this company AND Parkway and Cambridge clients will SAVE $100!!!
Decorative Sound 419-867-6733

Allow us to introduce ourselves!

Meet the team that will make your event unforgettable! We believe a flawless event begins with a strong personable relationship with our clients so we encourage you to get to know us as well as we will come to know you. Meet our incredible staff:

George Sr. Zilba - Owner and "Everything Guy"
For over 30 years, George has been building and expanding on his dream to provide the best of the best in special event venues and he's done it all from scratch. George literally participates in every aspect of what it takes to run an event venue. From construction, to cooking, to clean up George has done it all! He has a warm and personable nature that makes him a pleasure to be around but his never resting mind means he's always cooking up a new business adventure!


Carol Zilba - Owner
Carol is George Sr. wonderful wife and one of the masterminds behind the success of Cambridge and Parkway Place. Carol is the keen eye that adds that "WOW" factor to the halls. The large arch window above the entrance, the complimentary decor, the grand piano by the fire place... Carol brings the elegance. She's very crafty too having built the arch window framing herself! As an owner, Carol certainly contributes her thoughts and calls some of the shots. She's an incredibly sweet and fun woman that you'd be lucky to meet.


George Jr. Zilba - Owner and "Everything Guy"
The Zilba men don't rest! George is just like his father, always on the go and getting things done. George is another one of the brilliant minds behind the design and construction of the Cambridge and Parkway Halls and like George Sr. he is involved in everything that happens in the halls. His business savvy allows them to continue the renovations and gorgeous additions to their buildings so that it's just a little bit different from the last time you might have been there! Its never the same experience.


Terri Mlynarek- Event Coordinator
Terri has been with Cambridge Place for 25 years and is the creative mind behind planning and decorating all the events at Cambridge. She knows these venues inside and out and just has a knack for decorating the beautiful pillars and other structures in Parkway and Cambridge. She'll decorate your head table, the dance floor, put up gorgeous ceiling swags and lights! George Sr. describes Terri as a very hard worker and she will make sure everything is set to you for your event.


Gary Hanes - Event Coordinator
For 12 years Gary has been serving the guests of Cambridge and Parkway Place. He knows the ins and outs of the hall functions and is a big sweetheart to work with! Before coming to Cambridge and Parkway, Gary worked as an event planner in Washington D.C. so he's definitely got the know-how. Another great quality about Gary is that he's always striving to improve the halls by offering suggestions and ideas based on his previous experience. So far, we listen.


Elizabeth Simon - Event Coordinator
Elizabeth is your go-to-girl for the planning and organization of your big event. As Head Coordinator of Parkway Place she will meet with you to discuss all your important details and will be 100% focused on your needs. She understands the importance of your event, be it a wedding or cooperate function, and is passionate about making every step of the way stress free for you. She's incredibly organized, energetic, personable, and really great to work with. Her experience has left her full of great ideas, money savers, and tons of fun elements to add to your event.


Pat Prochnow - "The Cake Lady"
Affectionately called "The Cake Lady", Pat is our top of the line cake baker and artist. She's been with the Cambridge for 15 years and has many more to come. George Sr. describes her as "...full of energy and a GREAT worker." Pat will create the cake of your dreams for your wedding day, bridal or baby shower or other company event. Her cakes are always fresh, beautiful, and on time. Take a look at some of her stunning cakes on the website now.


There are over 5o staff members at Cambridge and Parkway place that assist in making your event perfect! They are apart of everything including, set up, cooking, clean up throughout your event and after. They've been doing this for years so they know what to look for and what needs to be done. It's because of them that the halls stay as clean and stunning as they look for every event. Did you know that sometimes, the crew will stay until 4am spot cleaning, waxing, and wiping down every part of the hall? The kitchen floor is so clean, you could eat off it! It's because of hard workers like we have here, that the venues look brand new each and every time you come. So a big thank you to our staff!

Welcome to The Place!

Welcome to Cambridge and Parkway Place at Blog Spot; the official, and brand new, blogging site for Cambridge and Parkway Place in Toledo and Maumee, Ohio!

My name is Sarah Shriver and I will be posting here and chatting with you every week about what's happening at our venues and passing on the best deals, resources, and ideas from vendors in our community so book mark this page!

Participate with us by posting your ideas and thoughts right along with us. We want to get you connected with others planning special events in the area. Blog on and share tips about how to save some cash or tell us about your experiences with companies in our area.

To share photos, DYI projects or to have your company/services on the blog, contact me directly at mail@saraheshriver.com. And be sure to visit our site at www.cambridgeplace.biz to check available dates, get more information, and check out specials.

The Place is your space to get connected and stay up to date. We look forward to getting to know you and helping to make your day perfect!

~Sarah