FAQs
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What is the attire?
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The attire is semi-formal. We're expecting a spooktacular night at our wedding, so don your most stylish semi-formal attire for starters - and if you're feeling extra creative, why not come in your best Halloween costume for a night of fun and frivolity? This is a costume-optional wedding! If you are traveling and cannot bring a costume, we will also have a wide variety of fun props available during the reception if you so choose to participate. Please see Costume Restrictions down below.
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Is the reception at the same place as the ceremony?
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Yes, the reception is at the same place as the ceremony. With a beautiful view of the rolling hills and a pavilion amidst the winery, Rassawek offers our guests a chance to experience the Bride and Groom's love of nature and antiques all in one place. (and an entire steam engine locomotive, to boot!)
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Is this an indoor or outdoor wedding?
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This is an outdoor ceremony :) Cross your fingers for good weather! Followed by an indoor reception with dinner served.
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What time does the Ceremony start?
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3:00pm is when the ceremony begins. Doors are open at 2:30pm.
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Can I wear my costume during the Ceremony?
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Yes, you may wear a costume during the ceremony! :D Please see costume restrictions down below.
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Costume Restrictions
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We kindly ask our guests who are arriving in costumes to please dress appropriately as young children will be attending. Costumes that are suggestive/explicit, gory, or that make overtly political statements are not allowed during this special day. Please be respectful of our wishes and the comfort of all those attending - Thank you from the Bride and Groom.
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Will food be served at the reception?
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Yes, food will be served! Delicious hors d'oeuvres will be served during cocktail hour, and a buffet dinner will be presented inside of the event pavilion at the start of the reception.
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Will alcohol be served?
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Yes, alcohol will be served! This is an open bar wedding. All adult guests over the age of 21 may choose from a selection of beer and wine during the cocktail hour. Bar service will include liquor during the reception festivities. If you are staying at the Aloft Hotel in Short Pump a complementary shuttle will be offered. You must preemptively let us know on your RSVP if you will need a seat on the shuttle. Please Drink Responsibly.
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Will there be music?
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Yes, indeed there will be music! You know it wouldn't be a true Freudenthal wedding without music. Ceremony - The Ninja Strings Trio - (Instrumental Strings) Cocktail Hour - The Sweet Potatoes - (Jazz) Reception - Stonebrook - (Rock)
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Do you have a registration?
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Yes, we have a registry! https://www.zola.com/wedding/coltonandjyl/registry Along with physical gifts, the Bride and Groom have decided to do a Honeymoon Fund. Help make the Honeymoon experience one that is truly unique! Guests can fund any amount they wish to contribute on the registration list located under "Registry".
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Can I R.S.V.P. now?
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Yes, you may RSVP immediately! https://www.zola.com/wedding/coltonandjyl/rsvp Head over to the RSVP page; type in your name, and select if you are attending. Invitations will also be going out, but your early response helps us in planning!
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I can't find my name to rsvp. What do I do?
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Please contact the Bride at 804-432-0538 or the Groom at 203-722-9325 to solve any RSVP issues.