I'm partial to locations with historic charm. <br />
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If you don't have too many guests, you may want to consider the Piedmont Community Center. It doesn't sound very digified, but it's really lovely. It's situated in a beautiful park and the ballroom opens up to a patio. Sometimes they have the wedding ceremony on the patio and reception indoors.<br />
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Also, you may want to consider the Brazilian Room in Tilden Park. It has a beautiful setting for a outdoor ceremony and a nice but not too formal banquet hall. I think this place is a popular location for Cal grads. <br />
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There's always the Clarmont which has a wonderful location for an outdoor ceremony and nice banquet facilities<br />
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BTW: if you're planning a wedding for next year, get a headstart before the X'mas holidays. Apparently, alot of couples get engaged over the holidays and there is a mad competitive dash to book venues in Jan and Feb<br />
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Happy planning!