FAQs

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Is there a dress code?

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While we are not enforcing any strict dress code, cocktail requie is requested as this is a formal, evening event.

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My children or significant other are not included on my invitation, are they invited?

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Due to the time/location of our ceremony and our already very large guest list, only persons listed on the invitation are invited. We are making an exception for lap sitting infants. Please reach out to Amy or Billy with any questions.

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If we would like to travel into the city to sight see, what are our best options?

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Due to the Chicago Marathon being rescheduled during the same weekend as our wedding this year, we were forced to improvise and find affordable lodging in the near north suburb of Skokie. For those of you looking to venture into the city during your stay, most tourist destinations offer pay by the hour parking. For those who are up for an adventure or who are firmiliar with Chicago CTA, you can connect to all major train lines via the yellow line station in Skokie. The train station is a 10 minute drive or Uber ride from the hotel. Please note that on Sunday the 13th there may be service interuptions to CTA and street closures downtown during the Chicago Marathon.

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Is parking provided at Garfield Park Conservatory?

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Yes, for those of you driving yourselves to the venue there is a parking lot on grounds, directly south of the Conservatory front entrance. Parking is free of charge.

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What is a Cocktail Reception? Will there be food provided as well?

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Glad you asked! Due to the late hour of our ceremony and to ensure that we have plenty of time to spend with our guests, we are opting out of doing a traditional sit down dinner. We will instead be serving a large assortment of passed appetizers throughout the evening so make sure to help yourself when food is being brought around. Dessert and coffee service will also be provided.

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What dining and entertainment options are near the hotel?

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Westfield shopping center is located directly across from Hampton Inn and has 25 restaurants and other dining options to choose from. The mall has 105 stores built around an outdoor Plaza for those looking to take a stroll or do some shopping. See the link below for mall directory. https://www.westfield.com/united-states/oldorchard Titanic the exhibition is also running during your stay and located on the mall campus. For information on the exhibit and ticket availability see the link below. https://thetitanicexhibition.com/chicago/