The winning couple will receive a ceremony and reception on Oct. 20, 2012 for up to 100 guests.  This will be provided by the professional wedding planning staff of the Athenaeum, handling all of the details.  The winning couple will also receive a Rehearsal Dinner.

Located along the shores of Chautauqua Lake on the grounds of the historic Chautauqua Institution, the Athenaeum Hotel has served guests in style since 1881. The Victorian treasure is listed on the National Historic Register and features a blend of authentic period furnishings and décor.

“The Athenaeum Hotel is western New York’s historic hotel, and we are pleased to be able to share it as a most unique wedding destination,” said Athenaeum Hotel General Manager Bruce Stanton. “Our experienced staff looks forward to working with the lucky couple and providing the perfect setting for their special occasion.”

Media One Group Station Manager Andrew Hill said he is excited to join forces with Athenaeum staff to provide the dream wedding.

“In discussions following our successful wedding giveaway this past July at the Lucille Ball-Desi Arnez Center in Jamestown, we knew the setting of Chautauqua Institution would be the perfect place to do it again,” Hill said.

Entrants must tell the story in essay form of how they became engaged and why they would like to win the wedding of their dreams at Chautauqua Institution. Couples can review the rules and enter the contest at www.MediaOneBridal.com. Registration is open now until Jan. 15, 2012. Five finalists will be announced the week of Jan. 16 and the public will vote online for the couple they think should win. The winning couple will be announced in March 2012 at the Annual Media One Group Spring Home Show and Recreation Expo.

The historic Athenaeum Hotel at the Chautauqua Institution is available for special events, family reunions, weddings, celebrations and corporate meetings. For further information, visit www.athenaeum-hotel.com.

Media One Group, LLC is the largest radio company in Chautauqua County, with a strong regional footprint reaching southwestern New York and northwestern Pennsylvania. The cluster is comprised of three FM stations and two heritage AM stations. Programming includes the best local and syndicated programs and personalities in the Adult Contemporary, News-Talk-Sports, Country, Oldies and Classic Rock formats. For more information, visit www.RadioJamestown.com.