My Dearest and Most Cherished Friend,

Pray accept my warmest wishes and hopes that this letter finds you in the very best of health and spirits. The past weeks have stretched on most tediously in your absence, and I confess I have felt the want of your delightful company most keenly.

My days have passed in quiet industry, seated beside Mama in the drawing room, my needlework my constant companion. In the evenings, I have sought diversion in the most engaging novels of that newly celebrated lady author. Tell me, have you yet acquainted yourself with Sense and Sensibility? I found it exceedingly diverting and await her next work with the utmost impatience. Only the other day, whilst wandering the grounds of our Derbyshire estate, I indulged in the fanciful notion of myself as Marianne Dashwood, to be spirited away by a gentleman as dashing as Mr. Willoughby—such charming nonsense, yet how pleasant to imagine!

As the London Season approaches, my heart lifts with anticipation, though nothing could delight me more than the prospect of seeing you once again. Mama is already deep in preparations for a grand ball to mark my first Season, and she is determined that it shall be a most splendid affair. Our home at Windamere is to be adorned with the loveliest blooms, and filled with music, dancing, and every refinement befitting such an occasion. I can scarcely contain my excitement at the thought of all our acquaintances assembled in their finest attire.

You must not, I entreat you, deny your devoted friend the happiness of your presence. Pray join us in our ballroom, for the evening would be rendered quite incomplete without you. There is even the most delightful whisper that Her Majesty herself may grace us with her presence—though I scarcely dare believe it!

I remain, with the sincerest affection and highest regard,

Your Most Devoted Friend,
Who Aspires to Be the Diamond of the Season

Venue

Situated in the heart of Middletown, OH, The Windamere is the perfect backdrop for an evening of dancing, food, entertainment and merriment. Step inside this building with its rich history and see its transformation into a lovely, garden ballroom.

Entertainment

As you step into our ballroom, you will be met with a beautiful stringed quartet. Then gather round the dance floor to begin the dancing with our experienced dance caller. If you do not wish to dance, we will have tables with card games like Whist and Commerce and Blackjack. We also encourage you to join in the scavenger hunt around the ballroom, prizes for completion. A wonderful photo opportunity with Jessica and Sarah Photography will be set for you and your companions.

This is an 18+ event.

Merchants

Immerse yourself further into the Regency time with books. Enhance your gown with a tiara from Mystic Crystal Cove. Try some tea from Green Feather Apothecary and don’t forget to take some home to drink for your afternoon tea. More to come!

Dancing and Cards

With this general admission option, you’ll receive entry into “A Midsummer Promenade” ball, a “welcome” drink (non-alcoholic available), appetizers and a cash bar with specialty cocktails and mocktails. The above entertainment is for your enjoyment, access to the whole of the ballroom. All seats outside of the Tea Tables, is first come, first served, including the balcony.

This is an 18+ Event

Dancing with a Partner

Are you bringing a partner to the ball? This option is perfect for those who wish to bring along another. The tickets include all the same as the “dancing and cards,” but at a slightly discounted price for the party of two.

High Tea

This option includes the dancing and cards, and so much more. Enjoy early entry into the ball at 5:30PM. Take your seat at the exclusive Tea Tables, nearest the dance floor. Enjoy a full High Tea with pots of tea, sandwiches, and desserts. Cocktails and champagne available at the cash bar. You may also serve as judge for our costume contest held later in the evening. And your seat remains yours for the rest of the evening!

This is an 18+ Event