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FAQs

If you have any questions that we failed to list here, please reach out!
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When should I RSVP by?

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Please formally RSVP by April 5th (Easter!!). You can do so by clicking the "RSVP" tab on this website.

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What happens if I don't RSVP on time?

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Bring a chair and a sandwich! Unfortunately, to ensure everything runs smoothly with our vendors and venue, we will not be able to accommodate you if you RSVP late. Please be sure to RSVP as soon as possible!

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What is the dress code for your wedding?

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The dress code for our wedding is western formal. Bright spring colors are encouraged! Please no white, as we are saving that color for the bride. The ceremony will be outdoors. Ladies, please take this into account when choosing your footwear.

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Where should I stay?

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We have reserved a block of rooms at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Plainview located at 4213 W 13th St, Plainview, TX 79072. Please call (806) 296-9900 and mention the Martin-VanBerkum wedding to get our special rate.

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What will dinner be like?

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Dinner will be served buffet-style. The menu includes salad, ribeye, green chile mac & cheese, baked potatoes, and apple cobbler for dessert- catered by our friends at the Valley Cafe! Feel free to accept or decline any items as you go through the line—we want everyone to enjoy the meal just the way they like it!

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What is the order of events?

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Ceremony: 5:00PM-5:30PM Cocktail hour: 5:30PM-6:30PM Dinner: 6:30PM-7:30PM Dancing: 7:30PM-10:30PM Grand Exit: 10:30PM Please make arrangements to leave by 10:30PM

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What time should I arrive at the wedding ceremony?

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The wedding will begin promptly at 5pm. Please arrive 30 minutes early to ensure finding a parking spot and getting settled before the ceremony begins.

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Is the wedding outside?

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We will be having an outdoor ceremony followed by an indoor reception. Weather in West Texas can be unpredictable, but we are expecting it to be sunny and comfortable.

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Will there be available parking?

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Yes! There is a big paved parking lot available to guests. However, closer spots fill up quick! "Early bird gets the better parking spot" or however that saying goes.

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Am I allowed to bring my children?

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We are delighted to welcome children to the ceremony & early reception. Please be mindful as supervision will be needed. We also ask that kids are prevented from interrupting the ceremony or any special dances.

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Am I allowed to bring a plus one?

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Unless stated otherwise on your invitation, we are not allowing additional plus ones to our wedding as we would like to keep the guest list limited to those who know us very well.

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Am I allowed to take photos at your wedding?

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We kindly ask that you keep our ceremony "unplugged" and refrain from taking any photos or videos during this time. We have chosen a talented photographer and can't wait to share those pictures with you! However, at the reception pictures are welcome. We would love to see your point of view during this time!

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What is the best route to take to get to the ceremony?

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We recommend taking the GPS route provided when looking up the address. Our venue is right off the highway and hard to miss!

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Are you registered anywhere?

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Yes! Our registry is linked to this website. Look for the "Registry" tab!