FAQs

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What's the Dress Code?

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Casual to Semi-Formal For this type of affair, some examples include a summer sundress or a floral-printed mini dress, accented with wedges or dressy sandals, or dress pants or khakis, paired with a collared shirt and an optional tie or sports jacket. Feel free to dress slightly more formal if you prefer, but Jeans, T-shirts, and flip flops would not be recommended. Guests will walk on grass and some gravel, for that reason stiletto or otherwise-thin heels are not recommended.

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What if I have a Dietary Restriction?

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Dinner will be a buffet style, and there will be accommodations for Vegetarian and Vegan dietary restrictions. Please let Alida and Jim know in advance if you have any other restrictions or allergies via your RSVP.

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Can I bring a Plus One?

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Additional plus-ones will not be accommodated as the Bride and Groom would like to keep the guests list just to those who know them well. The name of every guest invited to attend is clearly listed on your invitation and no additional guests can be accommodated.

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Is the Wedding Indoors or Outdoors?

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The ceremony will be outdoors overlooking a peach farm, and the reception will take place indoors. Guests will walk on grass and some gravel, for that reason stiletto or otherwise-thin heels are not recommended.

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When does the Wedding End?

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The Ceremony will conclude around 3:30pm, and the Reception will conclude at 10:00pm.

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What will the weather be like?

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This will update as the wedding date approaches. The weather at the end of September tends to have highs of 77 degrees, and lows of 49 degrees. There is always a possibility of rain too!

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Where should I stay?

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Accommodations in Salem, Oregon will be close to the venue. The Bride and Groom will however, be in Portland, Oregon most of the time leading up to the Wedding.

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How should I get there?

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Carpooling is highly encouraged to preserve parking availability. There will be free parking available and a guest will be helping to get everyone in the right spots. Please arrive on time to have adequate time to park.

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What time should I arrive?

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The doors to the venue will open at 2:00pm - one hour ahead of the ceremony start time. It’s recommend to arrive at the ceremony venue at least 30 minutes ahead of the ceremony start time (Starts promptly at 3:00pm) to ensure you have enough time to walk to the ceremony space (located just a couple minute walk from the parking area) and find a seat prior to 3:00pm.

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When should I RSVP?

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Please RSVP as soon as possible, and no later than July 1st, 2026.

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Will you be serving Alcohol?

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Beer, Wine, Seltzers, and Cider will be available, along with non-alcoholic sodas, water, and juices.

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Can I take photos during the Ceremony?

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While the Bride and Groom love that you want to capture their special moments, we kindly request an unplugged ceremony to allow everyone to be fully present and immersed in the experience. Their professional photographer Holly will be capturing all the highlights, and photos will be shared with you afterwards. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in creating a distraction-free environment for our ceremony. Photos before and after are of course welcome!

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Where should be bring/send our wedding gift?

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Your presence at the wedding is the greatest gift the Bride and Groom could ask for! If you would like to honor them with a gift they would suggest a monetary gift to go towards their future home, or honey moon, or you can have any gifts delivered to their home at: 5044 SW Slavin Rd APT 37 Portland, OR 97239 A wedding card box will be at the reception for those that would like to provide a monetary gift to go towards their Honey Moon, and their future funds.

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Will there be a gap between the ceremony and reception?

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A 60-minute cocktail hour will take place between the ceremony and reception where you can enjoy beer, wine, cider, and other non alcoholic refreshments, small bites and lawn games.