Book of rooms available at Sheraton Sand Key, see travel section.
Jeff Katz
Dawn Martin
Jeff Katz
Dawn Martin
October 18, 2025
Save the date!
Schedule
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Wrestlemania Wednesday
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
499 Mandalay Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33767
Favorite WWE attire!
Hulk Hogan was a huge part of the Clearwater Beach life. This was his home and locals loved him. He loved his fans and being around them. We will be hanging out in our favorite wrestling attire. If you make it to town early, come have a drink with us. If you want to grab a bite to eat while you are there, here is a link to the menu: http://hoganshangout.com/menu
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Tiki boat Thursday!
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
25 Causeway Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767
Dress as your favorite Gilligan's Island character! (Don't forget the guest stars!)
Join us for our 1.5 hour tour of Clearwater beach on tiki boats, dressed like Gilligan's Island characters. We will have to do 2 tours since we have 36 people attending! There are only 24 seats on the 4 boats. Jeff and Dawn will go out with both groups. The cost is $56 each. Everyone will bring their own drinks and snacks, the boat will provide the coolers! Brush up on your Gilligan's Island trivia. There will be prizes! *** We will be hanging out at the fire pit at the Sheraton Sand Key afterwards starting at 7pm.
Friday, October 17, 2025
Frenchy Friday!
4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
7 Rockaway Street, Clearwater, FL 33767
70' Theme beachwear!
Join us at Frenchy's Rockaway Beach. Have a few drinks and/or have some great food! Frenchie's is famous on Clearwater beach. Spend the weekend filling out your Frenchie's passport for a free t-shirt! https://frenchysonline.com/cocktail-challenge/ Here is a link to Frenchie's Rockaway Beach menu: https://frenchysonline.com/rockaway-specials/
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Wedding
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
1160 Gulf Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33767
Dressy casual but comfortable, beach party, resort wear.
**** The wedding with be on the beach at the Sheraton Sand Key. Gulf carts will start at 3pm behind the pool to take you out to the beach. The pre-ceremony bar will be open at 3pm. This is a change from the park! If you would like to be there for the signing of the Ketubah, please take the first trip. The ceremony will be at 3:30pm. We will have a brief ceremony, our first dance, a wedding toast and pictures, then load onto Trolley's to the reception on a yacht! The Jolley Trolleys will take us back to the Sheraton Sand Key after the reception.
Jolley Trolleys from the Beach to the Yacht!
4:45 pm - 5:45 pm
We have hired the Jolley Trolley's to take us from the wedding to the Yacht. They will then return us to the Sheraton Sand Key. If you drive, you may want to park at the Sheraton before the wedding and walk or grab a Jolley Trolley to the reception. Trolleys will start running at 2:30pm, 2 trolleys, 2 trips each. Last trip @3pm.
Reception - Dinner Yacht
5:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
Dressy casual but comfortable, beach party, resort wear.
Boarding will take place from 5:30pm to 6pm. The ship will leave at 6pm. Please have a seat and order your meal and drinks (no service at the bar). We will be served a plated four course meal. There will be ten entrees to choose from. Please try to be seated right away to place drink and menu selections, then enjoy the ship and games on the top deck. Take some sunset pics! Dinner will be served approximately 7pm. Then hop on the dance floor and celebrate with us!
Travel
Hotel
Sheraton Sand Key Resort
We have a block of rooms at the Sheraton Sand Key. This is where we will be staying, and it is closest to the wedding. (Feel free to book another hotel that suits your needs) The group # is MARMAP. It works best using the link below. Last Day to Book : Thursday, September 25, 2025 (If the block of rooms are full, let me know. I will add additional rooms! It will appear as if there aren't any rooms left at the hotel) Click "VIEW" below to book rooms! The rate is $267+13% tax + Parking $15 per day and $25 resort fee which includes: Daily 2 Hour Bike Rental for (2) Guests One-Time Dessert (2) Guests per Stay Daily Jolley Trolley Transportation for up to (2) Guests Daily Enhanced Hi-Speed Internet Access (Wi-Fi) Bonvoy Elite Amenity (Gold Members and Above) – Daily Specialty Drink It will appear that you are paying the entire bill. They will only charge your card 1 night ($267) deposit.
Discount Code - MARMARP
Flight
Tampa International Airport
You can fly into either airport (TPA or PIE) They are about 15 minutes apart. From Ohio, we suggest either Southwest into Tampa, or Allegiant from Rickenbacher to Clearwater - St Pete
Flight
Clearwater St Pete Airport
You can fly into either airport (TPA or PIE) They are about 15 minutes apart. From Ohio, we suggest either Southwest into Tampa, or Allegiant from Rickenbacher to Clearwater - St Pete // Round trip Thursday to Sunday is around $200 right now!
Travel Note
Jolley Trolley - Parking on Clearwater Beach - Expensive and hard to find
Clearwater Beach is only 2.4 miles long. There is very little parking, and parking is expensive. Traffic getting on the island can be frustrating at times. Once you are on the island, you can walk, Uber or grab a ride on the Jolly Trolley! The Jolley Trolley is FREE to Guest of the Sheraton Sand Key. The Trolley Runs Every 30 minutes and will take you onto Clearwater Beach. The Jolley Trolley runs down to St Pete Beach and up to Tarpon Springs. St Pete is a beautiful beach south of Clearwater beach. It could be a fun beach day. Tarpon Springs is a Greek town with sponge docks and shopping. Dunedin is on the way to Tarpon Springs with great food and shopping as well!
Travel Note
Reception Parking - Clearwater Marina
Parking: The City of Clearwater operates a pay per plate parking lot in the Clearwater Beach Marina with parking paid at kiosks at the rate of $3 per hour. Parking spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis! Parking is enforced in the marina lot from 6am - 11pm. Upon arrival, check-in at your cruise and get a daily merchant code. The merchant code discounts the rate to $1 per hour. Once you have the code, use the kiosk in the lot to purchase the time you need for your cruise. The Park Mobile App will NOT accept the merchant code. Other parking areas are available on Clearwater Beach and the rates for these vary - parking garage (open to the public) at the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach at 301 South Gulfview Blvd, Pier 60 parking lot at 160 South Gulfview Blvd, Gateway parking lot at 1 East Shore Dr, and the North Beach Parking Plaza at 490 Poinsettia Ave.
Wedding Party
Jeff Katz
Groom
Dawn Martin
Bride
Chais Martin
Maid of Honor
Chais is Dawn's daughter. They are very close and Dawn couldn't imaging doing this without her! She will make sure the day is fun and keep things on track!
James Abraham
Best Man
Jeff and Jamie have become great friends the last few years since having dinner one night in Annapolis. Jamie will make things super fun and make an epic speech!
Kara Schaff
Bridesmaid
Kara and Dawn have become inseparable since dinner one night a few years ago in Annapolis. They may live 444 miles (sometimes 1260) apart, but they walk together most mornings and talk every day!
Larry Rosen
Groomsman
Larry and Jeff have been friends for years. You cannot spend time with Larry without laughing. He will add great fun to the day!
Jenna McCowan
Bridesmaid
Jenna is simply part of the family. From family vacations to college break visits. Dawn has enjoyed seeing her grow into an amazing woman!
Zane Lambert
Groomsman
We met Zane at Papa Boos many years ago. He has grown from a "lake friend" to a dear friend! Zane will add great fun to the day!
Ryan Ventura
Bridesmaid
Ryan is Dawn’s daughter. They talk on the phone most days, enjoy traveling together and both have a true love of horses!
Gallery
Save the date
Things To Do
Frenchy's Rockaway Grill
With a completed passport at 4 locations, you receive a free t-shirt!
Pier 60
Crafts and talented shows every night at the pier!
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
See rescued dolphins, sea turtles, and other marine life, famous from the "Dolphin Tale" movie.
Captain Memo’s Pirate Cruise
Experience a family-friendly pirate ship adventure.
Clearwater Beach
Relax on the soft, white sand beach, considered one of the best in the US. You are almost guaranteed to see dolphins in the morning or evening on Clearwater beach.
Sand Key Park
Visit a nearby beach park with calm waters and beautiful scenery. Parking is $6 per day. One of the best places to snorkel and a great place to spot dolphins!
Jimmy's Crows Nest
Rooftop with great views!
Sandbar - Opal Sands Resort
My favorite hotel on Clearwater Beach. Music and great view of the Gulf!
Marina Cantina
Good food and a great view of the Marina.
Palm Pavilion Beachside Grill & Bar
Really good restaurant with amazing sunsets!
Bait House Tackle & Tavern
Bait Shop and bar next to reception cruise. Stop in for a drink while waiting on boarding!
FAQs
Question
Is there a block of rooms at the Sheraton?
Answer
Yes, see the travel section of the website for details.
Question
Should I rent a car?
Answer
Parking is expensive and hard to find. Once you are on Clearwater Beach. Everything is walkable, or grab a bike at The Sheraton and take a ride! You can also Jump on the Jolley Trolley for free if you stay at the Sheraton Sand Key.
Question
Why isn't there a registry?
Answer
Your presence is the best gift we can hope to receive.
Question
When are RSVPs due?
Answer
Please RSVP as soon as possible. We must have exact numbers by September 15th. We cannot accept additional RSVPs after. We would love to have everyone just show up, but we must have exact numbers for the dinner cruise to assure we have adequate seating, (and do not go over the max capacity of the boat) and the Jolley Trolleys to assure we get everyone to the wedding and reception on time!
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