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Author: Dave Illig

Michaela’s Lazy Birthday Party 6/6/15

Posted on June 7, 2015April 19, 2021 by Dave Illig

Michael had a group of friends over for a “Lazy” birthday party on Saturday June 6th. Many of her friends from the UNI Ball Room group attended. Lots of dancing (of course) good snack foods, and laughter were a hit for the evening.

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Huggins 60th Wedding Anniversary 5/31/15

Posted on June 7, 2015April 19, 2021 by Dave Illig

Mr and Mrs Paul Huggins were able to celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary with extended friends and family at John”s Place on Sunday 5/31/15. There were lots of family members, lots of food, lots of laughs, lots of pictures, lots of deserts, and lots of activities that  kept all busy for the afternoon.

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Devon Benish Graduation 5/30/15

Posted on May 31, 2015April 19, 2021 by Dave Illig

Randy and Denise Benish hosted a High School graduation party for their son Devon at John”s Place on Saturday May 30th. They had between 80 and 100 guests that enjoyed the comfort of the barn and Denise had created quite a spread of food and deserts for all to enjoy. Lots of talking and laughter…

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Transamerica Financial Team Building Event 5/21

Posted on May 30, 2015April 19, 2021 by Dave Illig

We were excited to have Transamerica Financial again this year at John’s Place for a team building event on Thursday 5/21. After a few days of meetings at the Kirkwood Hotel they finished their time together having fun and getting to know each other more.

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Lori and Steve visit John’s Place

Posted on May 5, 2015April 19, 2021 by Dave Illig

David, Kathy, and Michaela were excited to host our dear friends Steve and Lori Mitchell from Estes Park Colorado on Sunday 5/3/15. We spent the afternoon touring the property, sitting and talking, eating, and oh yea a bit of drinking. We ended the evening with some chatting around a fire. A great visit but too…

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2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt 4/4/15

Posted on April 18, 2015April 19, 2021 by Dave Illig

Kathy and David were excited to have their 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt at John’s Place on April 4th. The weather started out a bit chilly but by the time the Bunny’s were finished hiding the eggs the warmth could be felt all around. We had about 25 kids and their families join us this…

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UNI, Iowa State, Luther College Ballroom Dance teams 3/28/15

Posted on April 9, 2015April 19, 2021 by Dave Illig

Kathy and I were again this spring able to host the UNI Ballroom, Iowa State Ballroom, and Luther College Ballroom dancers for their break from the Dance competition on Saturday March 28th. We had about 50 of the team members at John’s Place for lunch and a bit of relaxing (even some sleeping) before their…

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Robert Small & Gara Mason Wedding – Stunning Grace Photography

Posted on February 17, 2015April 19, 2021 by Dave Illig

Here are some additional wedding pictures taken by Shawn Laurion of Stunning Grace Photography at the Robert Small and Gara Mason wedding Saturday 1/31/15. Please consider using Shawn for your next important event. sslaurion71@gmail.com

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Robert Small – Gara Mason Wedding 1/31/15

Posted on February 1, 2015February 1, 2015 by Dave Illig

So it is Official! Robert Small married Gara Mason today at John’s Place. It was quite a special event with all the unexpected things to attend to. Just like every perfect wedding it did not matter that the minister was late, that that best man dropped the rings, or that it rained today. Nothing could…

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UNI Ballroom Competitive Dance team event 10/3/14

Posted on October 5, 2014April 19, 2021 by Dave Illig

Dave & Kathy hosted the UNI Ball Room Competitive Dance team for a late evening dinner on Friday 11/3/14.The meal consisted of pulled pork sandwiches, walking tacos, chips, hot cider, and lemonade Michaela and her 20 guests had a lot of fun, and a lot of energy to use as they danced, developed teams, and…

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