As soon as possible, but by January 10th at the latest.
We plan on following the recommendations of the event venue, but are allowing each individual to make their own decision on what precautions they think should be taken.
We do prefer you wear clothes... (somewhere between dressy casual and semi formal, no one is going to kick you out based on your clothes)
There is on site parking, street parking, and a lot less than a block away that we are free to use. Don't worry, there will be a security guard directing traffic.
If their name isn't on the RSVP list, then no (unless we made a mistake, and their name was supposed to be there, we are not professionals). If you're worried about not knowing people or want this opportunity to further a relationship with someone, feel free to contact us, and we will see if we can fit anyone in (just don't be upset if we say no).
Your children are welcome to attend. However, we do ask you continue to parent them during the event, as no one else will be there to do it for you.
The best place to check is Amazon or Bed Bath Beyond for an old fashioned shopping experience. The website does have a registry page featuring everything we have registered for, even unique things from Etsy.