Celebrate with Us

*While we said our vows in September 2020, we look forward to renewing our promises to each other, dining with you, playing games and dancing the night away! The Tinsmith is a brand-new event venue on the isthmus in Madison. It's a new renovation in a neighborhood in the midst of a revival. Note: The venue is located at 828 E. Main St, NOT East Washington Ave (oops!)

We met at a mutual friend's going away party (shout-out to our subtle matchmaker Ann Marie!). We didn't think anything much of it at first, but ended up talking the night away on a truly Madison pub crawl. Claire worked up the courage to ask for Phil's number at the end of the evening, and Phil was bold enough to ask her out to dinner! On October 10th, we had our first date ... the rest is history.

On our annual date to GLEAM, Claire was pretty sure this would be the perfect night for a proposal--but Phil didn't seem nearly nervous enough! Sure enough, after a romantic evening walk through the botanical gardens, Phil picked the perfect spot, got down on one knee, and popped the question. Of course, Claire said "Yes!"

For the health & safety of all those involved, we ask that only those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 celebrate with us in person. If you are not yet vaccinated, please let us know and we will send you a link to celebrate with us virtually. Masks are required indoors whenever you're not eating or drinking. This Dane County Public Health Order is in effect until November 5. Claire, Phil, and our officiant Dan will not be wearing masks during the ceremony.