FAQs

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Can I bring a plus one?

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We’re keeping our celebration intimate, so we’re only able to accommodate the guests listed on your invitation. If you were given a plus one, it will be noted on your envelope and RSVP. Thank you for understanding!

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Are kids welcome?

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Yes! We’re excited to have little ones join in the celebration. Kids just make everything more fun, and we’re happy to have them with us.

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Is there a dress code?

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Cocktail or Semi-formal We’re excited to see you dressed up to celebrate with us, but we want you to be comfortable too! We suggest cocktail or semi-formal attire. Think midi dresses, jumpsuits, and suits or blazers.

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Is there parking for the reception?

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Good news! There’s plenty of parking! Please park in the large lot right next to Anderson Auditorium. It’s close, convenient, and just steps from the entrance.

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Will the reception be indoors or outdoors?

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The reception will be indoors, so no need to worry about weather! Just come ready to celebrate!

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What if I have dietary restrictions?

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We’ve done our best to accommodate common dietary needs. If you have allergies or special dietary restrictions, please let us know when you RSVP (or reach out directly), and we’ll take it from there!

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Will there be alcohol at the reception?

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Yes, we’ll be celebrating with drinks. Beer and wine will be provided, and no cash is needed.

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Why World Central Kitchen and The Montreat Wilderness Fund?

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We are excited for the opportunity for all of you to help support a couple of organizations that mean a lot to us. We learned about World Central Kitchen first hand as they provided a great deal of support to Western North Carolina in the aftermath of Helene. They provided many meals for individuals and fresh water for the community. While waiting for potable water to return to our home in East Asheville at the time we became familiar with them as we went frequently to their water trucks filling bottles and a five gallon bucket. At the school where Drew completes therapy sessions one day a week they provided meals for all the students and staff. We learned more about their mission and story in the following months and found their work quite important. Please find more information about World Central Kitchen here - https://wck.org/story/ Montreat has been a special place for Sarah and her family for many years, even before Sarah was born. Drew has more recently come to know how special of a place Montreat is. Sarah and Drew have spent a great deal of time together hiking trails in Montreat and are grateful for the volunteers and staff who make hiking those trails possible. Sarah and Drew shared their third date hiking to a viewpoint called Rattlesnake Rock. Drew was unsure if there would be a following date because he could hardly talk on the way up due to barely being able to breathe as Sarah blazed ahead on the trail. Thankfully there were many more dates and hikes. This same hike and viewpoint was the setting for their engagement with the viewpoint overlooking the town they now call home. Please find more information about caring for the Montreat Wilderness here - https://montreat.org/visit/wilderness Both of these organizations are very important to us, and we would be honored for you to help us make a contribution in support of their work. Contributions from this fund will be split 50/50 between the two organizations.

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Can I get a receipt for contributions to the Wally Treat Fund?

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No. Wally insisted this fund be included in the registry. Wally cannot provide receipts, but does guarantee appreciation in the form of tail wags and love.