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By Heather Larson Meetings don’t always need to be held in formal, sterile or stuffy spaces. Sometimes you need to break out of the norm. When you hold your next bash at a bowling center, arcade or race course, you’ll go down in event history as the “fun” meeting planner. Upon entering the following Northwest venues, meeting goers see and hear what’s normally associated with the feel of recess and a break from the daily grind. The roar of a ball heading towards those ten reluctant pins, the flashing lights, a steel ball ricocheting off bumpers and the sound of

by Ron Engeldinger Consider adding variety to liven up your next meeting or event by selecting a unique location. How about conducting your conference on board a ship or at a state park? How about holding your conference in an elegantly restored railroad depot? The Northwest offers an abundance of interesting venues that provide a different take on traditional meeting locations. These locales provide a stimulating alternative to the typical hotel or conference center meeting rooms. Here is a selection of one-of-a-kind Northwest venues that can host your next gathering. USS TURNER JOY DD 951 NAVAL DESTROYER MUSEUM Bremerton, Washington If you

By Tamara Muldoon If you’re looking for a venue that’s a bit different or if you would rather be the proverbial “big fish in a small pond,” consider the variety of independent meeting venues available in cities throughout the Northwest. Many offer unique spaces, high-tech audio/visual capabilities, attractive locations and attentive staff. These one-of-a-kind facilities may be the perfect fit for your small to medium size events. 415 WESTLAKE Seattle, Washington  Located in Seattle’s trendy South Lake Union neighborhood, 415 Westlake offers a distinctive venue for everything from social gatherings to corporate events. Its spare industrial-chic décor with high ceilings, large windows and warm wood accents

By Ron EngeldingerAll Posts Rolling through the plains of South Central and Southeastern Idaho, the Snake River connects the cities of Twin Falls, Pocatello and Idaho Falls. Carving a spectacular canyon through the basalt cliffs in some areas while lazily floating across the high plains in other parts, the river sustains vibrant communities and rich farmlands. The region offers unlimited opportunities for outdoor recreation and the cities are known for their friendly hospitality. The area is an attractive destination for meeting and event planners. Twin Falls Perched on the south rim of the Snake River Canyon, Twin Falls offers breathtaking

MODERN VENUE LOCATED IN IDAHO’S CAPITAL CITY Contemporary décor and comfortable accommodations are the hallmark of The Grove Hotel. The venue is a modern, sophisticated space with room for conferences, meetings and trade shows. It is located at the center of the action, adjacent to the Boise Centre and connected to the CenturyLink Arena, Idaho’s premier sporting and event arena. With 14,000 square feet of newly-renovated meeting space, the facility offers the flexibility to accommodate groups from 12 to more than 500. The 6,845 square-foot Grand Ballroom is suitable for large gatherings, seating 546 theater-style. It can be divided in

MODERN HOTEL IN A HISTORIC AND SCENIC MOUNTAIN SETTING Picturesque Silver Valley, lying at the foot of Idaho’s Bitterroot Mountains, is the home of the Wild West mining town of Historic Wallace, Idaho. The town’s rich and colorful history, fueled by plentiful deposits of gold and silver, is still on display in the Queen Anne buildings in the beautifully preserved downtown. Located just outside the central area, the Wallace Inn greets conferences, seminars, retreats and special events with mountain views and modern facilities. The Wallace Inn offers four meeting rooms that can be arranged in a variety of configurations. The

In recent years, the Northwest has become a world-renowned winemaking region. The climate and soils of the area produce a wide variety of excellent grapes and the number of wineries in the region has grown substantially over the past few decades. Boasting picturesque locations and warm hospitality, the region’s wineries have become celebrated destinations for wine-tasting. Many of them welcome meetings and events to their facilities. Here are several wineries you should consider...

Getting outdoors refreshes body and soul and is a welcome change from the typical convention center or hotel environment. Although many events require indoor space for meetings, outdoor venues add spice to meals and excitement to social functions. And, they make events like weddings, reunions, celebrations, teambuilding sessions, concerts and festivals...