FAQs

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Is there parking at the ceremony venue?

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Yes. There is free street parking and paid lot parking next to the venue and directly across the street.

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Is there parking at the reception venue?

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1. Pearl parking lot #601 - https://maps.app.goo.gl/pLB5f7iH9jT2gweD6?g_st=ic 2. Lot #245 https://maps.app.goo.gl/4R1ScFpdvRMZM4We8?g_st=ic 3. You should easily be able to find metered street parking 1-2 block radius from the restaurant.

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What is a cocktail attire dress code?

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We recommend that men wear a suit or dress shirt with or without a tie. Women are suggested to wear knee-length to floor-length gowns, dresses, or dressy separates.

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How can I get from the ceremony to the reception?

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For those driving it is about 10 minutes away. We will also be providing an Uber code for trips from the Arboretum to the restaurant on the wedding day.

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What will the weather be like?

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Over the past 5 years, on October 5th in Portland, OR, the average weather high is 67 degrees and low is 58 degrees. We anticipate most of the wedding ceremony and reception to be in the mid 60s. We will provide heaters in the case that it is colder. In the event of rain, the space is covered. In the past 5 years, there has been a small chance of very light rain.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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Please arrive between 3:00 pm - 3:15 pm. The ceremony will begin promptly at 3:30 pm.

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Are kids welcome?

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As spaces are limited, seats are reserved for friends and their significant others.