Lori Evans - Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Looking for an intimate location to have your next meeting or event for 50 people or less? Look no further because our wine cellar is the place for you! With our open brick design and rustic decor the wine cellar will charm your guests as they enjoy our delicious cuisine with impeccable service. We welcome all events from corporate meetings to rehearsal dinners to anniversaries and weddings. Call us for further details at 713.621.0555. Your guests will be glad you did!

Lori Evans - Saturday, December 10, 2011
A fun party favor that can add a bit of character to any event, caricature artists are an unexpected, easy way to entertain your guests while giving them something to take home. Exaggerations of a person’s likeness, these drawings display an interest in a distorted and non-typical way. Be it riding a pony, or racing down a roller coaster, caricature artists are a good way to spruce up your party in a non-traditional type of drawing while adding humor!

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Lori Evans - Friday, November 25, 2011
Now that we are in full holiday swing, your calendar will begin filling up with several events to attend. Hopefully at least one of them will be at the Courtyard on St. James. From corporate parties to holiday galas we can do it all! We have 3 wonderful rooms to accommodate an event from 20 guests to 300. With our luscious patios, excellent cuisine and exceptional service our facility guarantees to be a crowd pleaser. Call us to help plan your next holiday event and we will prove it to you!

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Lori Evans - Friday, November 11, 2011
Cake trends have always been an ever changing topic in special events. Now seen as an extension of the host’s personality, these outlandish cakes have event guests around the country talking. Seen most frequently at birthday parties, these cakes usually embody something that the host likes. Some have even been known to resemble paintings, designer purses, and even zombies! Crazy cakes are a fun way to show your likes while impressing your guests with this delicious creation.

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Lori Evans - Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Up lighting has become a part of the wedding decor check list over the past couple of years. Color coordinate the up lighting with your event and it will transform your party. With the neutral color combinations of the Courtyard on St. James decor any color scheme works in our facility. Regardless if you use up lighting or not, Courtyard on St. James is the place to have your next event!


Lori Evans - Friday, August 26, 2011
Looking for an interesting idea to "WOW" your guests with? How about bringing the Alamo to your next event here at the Courtyard on St. James...the Alamo drafthouse that is! They will set up a screen with sound and digital video projection to play any movie or slide show you would like. This is perfect for a birthday bash, Bar or Bat Mitzvah, Quinceanera or any other special event you are planning for!
http://drafthouse.com/houston
Lori Evans - Saturday, August 13, 2011
Looking for an event venue that will allow you to relax during your planning? As Houston's premier banquet facility in the Galleria area, we are known for our impeccable service.
Whether it is during our initial meeting, food tasting, or event the guests are always well taken care of. Our well trained, experienced staff will make sure your event will be seamless. Have an event here and you'll be getting the thank you notes!

Lori Evans - Friday, August 05, 2011
Want to add a wow factor to your event, without spending major dollars…Well look no further! Tissue pom-poms are a huge hit with all types of events such as weddings, teen events, birthday parties etc.
They are so easy to make and allow you the freedom of any size you choose and any tissue paper color that is offered. Follow these easy steps and get ready for all the wonderful compliments you will receive!
http://www.marthastewart.com/how-to/tissue-paper-pom-poms-how-to

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Lori Evans - Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Have a very important party coming up and you need a special theme to create a
memorable evening? Well hopefully this blog can you help you out!
Here at the Courtyard on St. James we have had several teen events that have people
talking about years after the event. From proms to cotillions we have seen fabulous
events with different themes such as:
Winter Wonderland
Life in Paris
Venetian Masquerade
Mardi Gras
Give us a call as we would love to tour you around Houston’s Premier banquet facility!
713.621.0555
Lori Evans - Friday, July 22, 2011
What is the one thing that everyone celebrates once a year? Their birthday! Whether you are turning 1 or 100 you will be having a celebration that day. Why not share it with us!
The Courtyard on St. James has had a chic candy land 2 year old party complete with Bounce house and face painters to an intimate birthday bash where the 50 year young gentleman was the movie star complete with movie posters hung on the walls and paparazzi as he entered his event on the red carpet!

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