Schedule

Welcome Dinner

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Casual Attire: Anything goes, from sundresses and sandals to jeans and tees.

A buffet style dinner will be served from Caspian Kabob - which will be a variety of meat kabobs, grilled vegetables, salad, rice, and fresh pita - as well as assorted desserts. We will have beer, wine, and nonalcoholic beverages.

Ceremony and Reception

5:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Black-Tie Optional: Tuxes and gowns are preferred, but not required. We recommend bringing a cover-up as the weather could get chillier in the evening.

Sugarloaf Mountain was used as a signal station during the American Civil War. President Theodore Roosevelt reportedly made numerous trips to Sugarloaf Mountain to enjoy the views and tranquility. Then, Chicago-native Gordon Strong "discovered" the mountain while cycling with a friend and began acquiring the land in "woodlots" in 1903. He and his wife Louise made Sugarloaf their home and began building a grand residence. The Strong Mansion was completed in 1915. Mr. Strong believed "...those who appreciate natural beauty will be better people, people who treat each other better." The wedding ceremony will be held outside in Strong Mansion's gardens on the grass. Cocktail hour will be held throughout the gardens and by the pond, with seated dinner and dancing under the tented pavilion. Please plan to arrive no later than 4:20 pm. We will be providing roundtrip shuttle transportation from the Hilton Garden Inn. Please check out the "Travel" section for more information.

Farewell Brunch

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Casual Attire: Anything goes, from sundresses and sandals to jeans and tees.

Join us for a casual buffet at the Hilton Garden Inn's Tasker Room.