FAQs
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Where will the ceremony and reception be located?
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Both the ceremony and reception will held at Nazareth Hall which is located a 21211 W River Rd, Grand Rapids, OH 43522. The ceremony will be held in the Chapel at Nazareth Hall and the reception will be held in the Ladyglen Ballroom.
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What time should I arrive?
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Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the ceremony start time to find parking and your seat. As the ceremony starts at 6:30pm, plan to arrive by 6pm. Once the ceremony begins, entrance will not be granted until the ceremony is completed. Prior to the start of the ceremony, join other guests in the Riverview Library for light refreshments before the chapel doors open and you find your seats!
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Where should I sit during the ceremony?
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For the ceremony, typically the bride's family and friends will sit on the left side of the aisle, while the groom's guests sit on the right. However, feel free to sit on either side of the aisle during the ceremony! Seating will be reserved at the front of the chapel for immediate family.
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Where should I sit during the reception?
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While the wedding party will be at the head table, we will have a seating chart to guide everyone to their assigned tables, so just look for your name on the chart when you arrive.
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What time will the reception end?
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After a night of delicious food, great drinks and lots of dancing, the reception will end at 12 am!
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What should I wear?
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We would love to see our family and friends dressed up with us! We are requesting a formal or black-tie dress code for the evening. For men, this means suits, tuxedos, or dress pants with a tie or bow tie. For women, floor-length gowns, elegant cocktail dresses or dressy jumpsuits are appropriate. We encourage everyone to dress to impress while keeping in mind the weather as we are getting married in December. If you're unsure- it's always better to be slightly overdressed than underdressed. Please no casual attire such as jeans or t-shirts. Wear whatever color you would like, but please no white. (Please note that the bridesmaids will be wearing Pine Green).
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What shoes should I wear?
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The ceremony and reception will be held indoors - so no need to worry about any heels getting stuck in the grass! However, it will be winter. So, be mindful of the shoes you are wearing that day as it may be cold and/or icy while entering the venue.
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Can I RSVP online or do I have to mail in an RSVP card?
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We are still finalizing this detail. Check back soon! X
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When do I need to RSVP by?
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Please RSVP by October 13th, 2025. This will help us finalized all the details and ensure everyone has an amazing experience on our special day. We kindly ask that you respond by this date so we can plan accordingly. Thank you!
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Can I bring a plus one?
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In order to keep our wedding as intimate as possible, only guests formally invited on your wedding invitation will be accommodated. If you received a plus one, it will be addressed on your invitation and RSVP card.
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Are children invited?
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Due to wanting to keep our wedding intimate, we are only able to accommodate children that are formally invited which will be addressed on your invitation and RSVP card.
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What if I didn't RSVP on time?
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If we do not receive your RSVP by the date provided (October 13th), it will be automatically marked as "Not Attending". We will miss celebrating with you but it is imperative we provide vendors with a final guest count within the time they have given us. Thank you for understanding!
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Will transportation be provided to and from the wedding venue?
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We will have a shuttle that will transport guests from the hotel to the venue before the ceremony and back to the hotel after the reception. In order to utilize this shuttle service, please book a room through our hotel block. Please visit our "Accommodations" page for more details.
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What accommodations are available for out-of-town guests?
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We understand that some of our guests will be traveling from out of town to join us for our special day. To ensure your comfort, we've arranged room blocks at a nearby hotel. You can find more information on accommodations, including booking codes and special rates, on our website's "Accommodations" page. Feel free to reach out if you need further assistance or recommendations!
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What type of food will be served at your wedding?
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We'll be serving hors d'oeurves at cocktail hour followed by a sit-down dinner. Each guest will receive both steak and chicken entrees.
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When will we eat?
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We are still finalizing this detail. Check back soon! X
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What if I have a dietary restriction or allergy?
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We are still finalizing this detail. Check back soon! X
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Will you be serving alcohol?
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Yes! We will be serving alcohol during cocktail hour and the reception. The bar will be located just outside of the ballroom before you enter the reception space. Tyler has made sure that we will have great drink selections so enjoy! If you are not taking a shuttle back to the hotel, please arrange transportation from the venue if you plan on drinking.
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Do you have a gift registry?
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Yes! Please see our registry page for more details.
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Can I take photos?
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We respectfully request that guests do not take photographs during the ceremony as professional pictures will be taken throughout the day. We invite you to relax, enjoy the moment and we'll gladly share these images with you after the celebration.
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Where can I find photos afterwards?
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Once we have received them, professional photos will be shared with guests after the wedding, likely within a few weeks on a dedicated online gallery or through a shared link.
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Can I post wedding photos on social media?
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We kindly ask that you refrain from posting pictures to social media until the bride and groom are able to share photos themselves.