FAQs
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When is the RSVP deadline?
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All RSVP cards will need to be in by September 15th, please! This is so that we can give a final count to the Arboretum.
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What is the timeline?
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Ceremony will be from 11am-11:30 Cocktail hour with appetizers from 11:30-12:30 Lunch will be served at 1pm Desserts will be served at 2pm Wedding will wrap up around 4pm
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What's for Lunch?
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Buffet Style! We will have Bacon - Biscuits and Gravy - French Toast - Mashed Potatoes - Short Ribs - & Carving station with Ham and Turkey. A nice healthy balance of breakfast and lunch foods :)
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What is the Liquor situation?
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We are going to have an open Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar. If you want anything else - a payment will be required by credit card.
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Extracurriculars
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I know there are some who like to partake in smoking extracurriculars - We ask that you please refrain from doing so at/during our wedding. We would like to celebrate our day with our guests unimpaired in that manner. The Morton Arboretum is a non-smoking facility as well - Lets keep the air clean in this beautiful place.
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Are kids welcome?
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As much as we love the little ones, we will not be including them in the ceremony or reception.
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Where should I park?
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There will be parking for our wedding near the "COC" Building. As you enter the Morton Arboretum, you will take a RIGHT at the stop sign, then an IMMEDIATE LEFT. Follow the tall yellow flags the rest of the way HEADS UP! Route 53 is under construction - Please make sure you allocate enough time to get in - park - and get to the ceremony location. We are unsure what traffic is going to look like at this time.
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What should I wear?
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Please dress semi-formal! No need for Ballgowns, Suits, or Tuxes! Look nice and be comfortable. Please, no Jeans. For shoes, wear any shoe you want! The wedding party is wearing Vans
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Indoor or outdoor wedding?
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It is in an outdoor pavilion. There will be screen to prevent wind and rain, however, it may become chilly - So please feel free to bring a sweater or jacket!
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What is the Color Scheme?
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We are going with Grey, a touch of Green, and a variety of Purples! Just trust us - It'll be beautiful
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Who to call with any questions?
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Y'all know us - Better call Abby with any questions - You can call or text (630)901-3383