Thanks for sending the estimate for the kitchen backsplash. I looked over the tile options you mentioned and the matte ceramic in the warm grey tone would work really well with the countertop we picked. The grout color you suggested should tie it together nicely. For the layout, I think a staggered brick pattern would add some visual interest without being too busy. We measured the wall space again and it comes to about thirty square feet, so the quantity you listed should be enough with some extra for cuts. The tile shop said they can have the order ready by midweek if we confirm by Tuesday. I also wanted to ask about the edge trim-do you think a metal profile or a bullnose tile would look better along the counter edge? I can stop by the shop later this week to look at samples if that helps. Let me know what you think about the pattern and the trim before I place the order.

I checked with the venue about the Saturday afternoon time slot and they have availability on the fifteenth. The room can hold about thirty people comfortably with tables arranged in a U shape. They also mentioned the sound system is available if we need it for any part of the agenda. For refreshments I was thinking we could order sandwich trays and salads from the place on Main Street that we used last time. Their catering options work well for groups and I can call them next week to place the order once we have a head count. I also wanted to suggest we send a reminder to everyone a few days before with the schedule and any items they should bring. I can draft that note once we lock in the details. Let me know if the fifteenth works for you and whether you want to adjust the timing at all.