Gather Stories

While summer in Wisconsin has become quite a renowned and beloved vacation spot for many Midwesterners, (with numerous quaint, historic, and adorable towns, beautiful outdoor features and hiking trails, and a selection of cities that have garnered a music and arts scene, it is hard for it not to be) fall in the dairy state has always been where the locals find most of their excitement. 

Gather has been trusting Petal Pusher to create beautiful bouquets and floral arrangements for more than five years, suggesting them to most bookers for their decor. Petal Pusher opened its doors and services to the wedding scene in 1992, so they can always be trusted to produce amazing quality displays in a timely and professional manner. Current owner, Nichole Campbell, gifted Gather’s Stories writer, Kira Doman, with her time in June to discuss what owning and working for Petal Pusher has been like through her own eyes, and what guests can expect when booking the flowers for their event or wedding.

Habitat for Humanity partnered with Gather three years ago to organize a high-class and elegant fundraiser for the Green Bay community and members of the organization, and have now been hosting this event at Gather for the last three years, finding new ways of immersing guests into the magic of the annual event.

Another raving Drag show has found its way onto Gather’s calendar, but this time it’s a bit different from the shows Gather is used to hosting! 

Ruby Design Event Rentals and Design Co., a design and styling company that opened in 2010, has been partnering with Gather for all our styling and decor needs since our opening in 2016. Providing linens, centerpieces, wall decor, statement pieces, and so much more, Ruby Design is prepared for any event. Here's what you can expect when you partner with Ruby! 

Spring has sprung, but instead of turning the clocks ahead, Chef Jyll has turned the clocks back! The Spring Taste event always keeps even esteemed and experienced chef of over a decade, Jyll Everman on her toes over how she can shock and awe individuals not only with her menu but with her venue as well.

While Gather has become known for hosting downright breathtaking weddings, there is also no shortage of private parties hosted by companies and organizations within Gather, angel investing group, Tundra Angels, being a frequent repeater.

If you’ve ever attended a wedding at Gather or been to one of our public events, chances are you’ve had desserts made by our in-house catering manager Chef Maddy Meyer!

In recent years, there has been a shift from what used to be longer engagements of one or multiple years leading up to the big day, to much quicker engagements of only a few short months!

The first Taste event of 2024 takes its place in Gather’s calendar, and like most Winter Taste events through Gather, this January 24th and 25th, 2024 featured an entirely Seafood menu that left attendees pining for the next one.

A video recap of Gather's Taste Seafood Dinner that happened last Wednesday & Thursday night. Be on the lookout for the next round happening this spring, and be sure to sign up for our mailing list to get notified as soon as the event goes live!

Why book a winter wedding? There are lots of reasons! Events Manager, Erin Jacobs, was married in January of 2023 and is using her own experience to assist other couples in finding their perfect winter wedding. 

2023 has come to an end and it's been an incredible year! Take a look at all of the memorable experiences we've been able to help create.

A couple that is currently in their planning process for their big day in June of 2024, have agreed to take time out of their busy schedule to sit down with Gather’s blog writer, Kira Doman to go over Gather's Tasting and just how much they’ve done since booking in August.

Ho ho ho no! It’s already December and you haven’t sent out or even taken your Holiday photos yet! Have no fear, Gather has the perfect solution.

What’s life without a little theatricality? Step into Gather’s biannual Glitz and Gather Drag Show, coordinated by Drag Queen of 35+ years and show director, Joe Heck, and witness the spectacle of a Gather event in full force!

Have you planned your company’s holiday party yet? Gather is here to help! Kira Doman sat down with Gather’s catering manager, Maddy Meyer, to discuss what all goes into booking a beautiful and memorable corporate dinner or holiday party.

Last weekend’s drag show was an absolute BLAST! From the killer performances to the fierce looks, every moment was a vibe. Can we rewind and do it all over again?

The Fall Harvest Dinner, part of Gather’s Taste collection, has brought together another great community of people for two evenings of wonderful, locally sourced food in partnership with Green Bay’s own, Adam’s Heirlooms.

Jammin’ bluegrass instrumentals flooded the walls of Gather for one of the last nights of the Farmer’s Market on Broadway until next summer of 2024, as Armchair Boogie took the stage.