F E AT U R E D A D V E R T I S E M E N T
Oak Meadow
In
EVENT CENTER
early 2017, Joy Acker looked
across their newly acquired
land off of Highway 144 in
Ohatchee, Alabama and daydreamed
of what possibilities it held. Her
husband, Mark had recently retired
and had filled his time with buying and
selling land. It was only meant to be
their little piece of property for a short
time but soon it was evident that this
property was special. needed to find a venue for his
daughter’s wedding day because
the venue they had booked was
damaged by a tornado. Joy, an
optimist, said “absolutely”.
As a homeschool mom and recent
empty-nester, Joy never imagined
she would open a wedding venue.
The idea seemed far-fetched, but she
couldn’t shake away the idea. She
prayed and late at night she would
stay awake researching event centers
and wedding venues. She became
increasingly aware that there was a
need for a stylish place that could
handle the unpredictable weather in
Alabama. Joy envisioned a modern
farmhouse-style building on the
land and brought up the idea to her
husband. Mark agreed that it was
a crazy idea but in time, he loved it.
Mark’s only request was to work with
builder, Rodger Borders. After three
months, with a simple drawing in
hand, they finally had a sit down with
Rodger and plans started to become
a reality! When you visit Oak Meadow, you are
in for a memorable experience! It is
blank canvas for the bride to paint the
wedding of her dreams on.
In August 2018, Oak Meadow Events
Center had their first wedding with
125 attendees set up in the beautiful
Great Room, in front of the fireplace.
Oak Meadow was open for business.
At the foothills of the Appalachian
mountains, it sits on a tiny hill
surrounded by oak trees. There is an
inviting porch and patio. Inside, you
will find it just as welcoming. Its airy
with natural lighting throughout. With
its all-white modern farmhouse style,
Oak Meadow offers elegance and
versatility that welcomes every bride’s
creativity and vision.
Before they had even started the
foundation, Joy had booked her first
wedding! Construction started in
January 2018 with hopes of being
completed before 2019. Joy and Mark
worked together to build the venue
and although it was trying, they still
had a lot of fun! There are three ceremony locations,
both indoor and outdoor and can
accommodate up to 300 guest. The
indoor venue comes equipped with
year round climate control, cross back
chairs, folding chairs, rectangular
and round tables, vintage wooden
tables, setup and take down, audio
and visual systems inside and outside
including handheld and wireless mics,
and clean-up. The bridal suite offers a
private bathroom, large mirrors, and
a Juliet balcony. The groom’s suite
features a 65 inch television and
comfortable seating.
Joy got a call in April that moved
up their plans! A desperate father As a family owned business, Oak
Meadow offers personal touches that
will make you feel like one of their
own! Joy, along with her small team,
want weddings at Oak Meadow to be
a beautiful memory. Five years ago,
she had the pleasure of planning
her own daughter’s wedding and
because of the sweet memories they
made together, she wants to help
give that same experience to other
families. She considers it a privilege
and honor to take part in such sacred
union and she prays for strong, God-
honoring marriages to come out of
Oak Meadow.
Joy thinks every wedding is special,
and each have their own moments of
wowing guest and touching hearts.
Her favorite special moment is walking
with the brides to meet their fathers
before the wedding and she always
gets a little emotional watching the
father-daughter dances.
Oak Meadow Event Center wedding
venue serving couples across the
Southeast. They are conveniently
located 1 hour northeast from
Birmingham, AL and 2 hours from
Atlanta, GA, Huntsville, AL, and
Chattanooga, TN. If you are looking
for something unique in style and
authentic in experience, this is the
venue for you! ❤
For more information contact them at 256-310-1574, [email protected] or visit oakmeadowevents.com.
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