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We're looking forward to celebrating with you! Please note: RSVPs are due by August 21.
We're looking forward to celebrating with you! Please note: RSVPs are due by August 21.
September 21, 2025
Chicago, IL

Courtney & Addi

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The Wedding Website of Courtney Sorman and Addi Kern
If you have questions other than what we've listed here, please contact us at kernsormanwedding@gmail.com.
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What date should I RSVP by?

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August 21.

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What time should I arrive?

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We ask that guests arrive 15-30 minutes earlier than the ceremony, around 5-5:15 p.m.

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What is the dress code?

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Floral, whimsical, garden party, vintage vibes.

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Where should I sit?

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There will be a seating chart on site.

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Can I bring a plus one?

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Yes but please make sure to mark the plus one in your RSVP.

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Are kids invited to the wedding?

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While we adore children, we've opted for an adults-only affair to allow everyone to relax and enjoy the celebration. We hope you understand our decision and can arrange childcare for the evening. If you have any concerns or special circumstances, please don't hesitate to contact us directly to discuss further.

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Can I take pictures during the ceremony?

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While we love that you want to capture our special moments, we kindly request an unplugged ceremony to allow everyone to be fully present and immersed in the experience. Our professional photographer will be capturing all the highlights, and we'll share the photos with you afterwards. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in creating a distraction-free environment for our ceremony.

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When will we eat?

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Give them an indication of what time cocktail hour will start, whether there will be appetizers, and then what time dinner is expected to be served at as well. A full schedule can be found on our website under "Schedule."

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What time does the event end?

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The event will end at 11 p.m. A full schedule can be found on our website under "Schedule."

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Will you be serving alcohol?

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Yes, there will be an open bar.

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Will transportation be provided to and from the wedding venue?

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Due to the small number of out-of-town guests we have not secured a shuttle. We recommend using Lyft or Uber if you need a ride to the venue.

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Is there parking at the venue?

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Yes, there is a dedicated parking lot attached to the conservatory.

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Is there a hashtag for the wedding?

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Not yet!

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What accommodations are available for out-of-town guests?

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Yes, there is a hotel block at the 21c Hotel in Chicago. Additionally, we have a suggested, more affordable hotel near the area. You can find more information and book your room(s) via the "Travel" tab. We understand that some guests will be traveling from out of town to join us for our special day. To ensure your comfort, we've arranged a room block at the 21c Chicago Museum Hotel. You can find more information on accommodations, including booking codes and special rates, on our website's "Travel" page.

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Where can I find the wedding photos afterward?

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We will add them to our website.

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Why is the price on the registry different than the price on the website?

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For some gifts, we had to manually add them to our registry. Item prices may have changed and not been updated on our registry website.

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