FAQs

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What is the approximate schedule for the day? (updated)

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3:00 We will be starting the Mass 4:30 Appetizer hour at Bricks and Brass 6:00 wedding party entrance then sparkling toast (Champagne and Non-Alcoholic) 6:30 Blessing followed by dinner which will start with salad. Followed by Speeches and the First dance while salads are enjoyed. Then a night of laughs and dancing. 10:30 Send Off

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What is acceptable attire for a formal/black tie optional wedding?

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An evening/cocktail dress, pant suit, or suit with tie and jacket. Our colors are Chantilly and Champagne (cream and gold) so we invite you to wear those colors. The church asks that shoulders be covered during the ceremony.

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Are children allowed for our special day? (updated)

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Absolutely!! All ages! We will be having a jolly special guest in a red suit!!!! The reception venue has a private fully fenced area with fake turf full of games for children, and child care is provided for safety purposes only. Under the Things to do section you will find places and activities to keep the kiddos interested on days surrounding the big day. We will be serving MOCKtails so children are welcome to enjoy!

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Special Requests

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We are so glad to have you join us and appreciate all the love, support, and understanding you have shown us as couples and individuals. This is our opportunity to thank you for all you have done so please let us know if there is something special we can do for you. For nut allergies, please note this will be a tree nut free occasion. The venue will provide gluten free options. For those with other requests please email me directly at annemarie_foote@yahoo.com. Child Care will be provided We will have mobility aids if needed (wheelchair, cane, rollator)

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About Tallahassee

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Our main grocery store is Publix We have 1 mall- Governors Square We have Target, WalMart and Kohls CVS and Walgreens are our drugstores We have 2 hospitals HCA Florida Capital Hospital Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Hair: Glam-or-ous: Rhyan 213-999-7329 6265 Old Water Oak Rd suite 102-A, Tallahassee, FL 32312 Chelsea Salon and Spa 1629 Mahan Center Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32308 (850) 878-8282 https://www.chelseasalon.com/ Full Service: Millennium Nail and Day Spa https://www.millenniumnailanddayspa.com/ (850) 894-4772 Image By Lisa, Makeup & Spray Tanning Artistry https://www.imagebylisa.com/ 1419 Market St, Tallahassee, FL 32312 (850) 518-6061

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Local Eats- Some of our Favorites

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American- Horizons https://www.horizonsbarandgrille.com Brunch- Food Glorious Food https://food-glorious-food.squarespace.com/ Chain- Connors https://www.connorsrestaurant.com/tallahassee-fl-steakhouse.html Chinese Take Out- Tans https://www.tansasiancafe.com/ Indian- Essence of India https://essenceofindiafl.com/?utm_source=google Italian- Mom and Dads https://www.momanddadstally.com/ Mexican- El Jalisco https://eljalisco.com/ Pizza- Momos https://www.momospizza.com/ Southern- Backwoods Crossing https://www.backwoodscrossing.com/ Steak- Il Lusso https://illussotally.com/ Sushi- Kiku https://kikubogo.com/

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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony? To the reception?

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Guest are responsible for all transportation. Parking for both the ceremony and reception are free.

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What should I expect during a traditional Catholic Mass? (A program will be provided with some of the following information)

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1. Introductory: • Greeting: The priest and attendees greet each other (stand) • Opening Prayer: The priest leads a prayer (stand) 2. Readings: • First Reading (sit) • Responsorial Psalm: (sit) • Second Reading (sit) 3. Gospel • Gospel Acclamation: A song before the Gospel. (stand) • Gospel: A passage from the bible (stand) • Homily: The priest speaks (sit) • Creed: The attendees recites the creed (stand) • Prayers for the needs others (stand) 3. The Eucharist: • Preparation of the Gifts: (sit) • Eucharistic Prayer: The priest prays (stand) • Lord's Prayer: The attendees recites the Lord's Prayer (stand) • Sign of Peace: Sharing a sign of peace (stand) 4. Communion: • Procession to the front of the church (arms crossed on chest) • Return from Communion- return to pew (kneel or sit) • Prayer after Communion: A prayer of thanksgiving (kneel or sit) 5. Concluding Rites: • Final Blessing: The priest blesses the attendees (stand) • Dismissal: The priest dismisses the attendees

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Drinks

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There will be an open bar with beer, wine, liquor and non-alcoholic choices. We will also have custom cocktails and full bar service. If your having fun feel free to show your gratitude to our friends who are working to make our day special. Please remember to drink responsibly. THE MATT- Titos On the rocks extra dirty with blue cheese stuffed olives. THE GEORGIA-(NA) Sprite with pineapple juice and grenadine. I THE JEN- Titos shaken with cranberry juice and topped with sparkling wine and garnished with an orange twist. Coffee and Tea

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What are our Colors

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Champagne and Chantilly- Gold and Cream, feel free to wear both, either or neither!

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Food (updated)

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House Salad All Entrees Served with Chef's choice of seasonal vegetable and potatoes Filet with red wine reduction. Pink Peppercorn Salmon with a LIGHT seasoning (think old bay) Vegetarian Bolognese (impossible meat with veggies over pasta) Desserts: Flourless Chocolate Cake (GF) Vanilla CupCakes Wedding Cake: Almond Orange or Cookie Dough

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Events at the Reception

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Introductions of Wedding parties Blessing Speeches First Dance Father of the Groom/Mother of the Bride dance Table Chase Pictures- The bride and groom will take pictures in a hurried fashion with every table while East Bound and Down plays- so think of a table theme (ex: charlies angels) or be ready with your best smile. Cake Cutting Dancing Send off aprox 10:45

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What events are happening the morning after

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We will be hosting a brunch at the Sheraton four points (316 W Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL 32301) from 8a-12p with a buffet for those who need to grab and go or stay and mingle with all you can drink (for those not driving) mimosas and bloody marys. Casual Dress.