FAQs
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What COVID precautions are you taking?
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This is a topic that is really important to us. Our outdoor venue is 7.5 acres with plenty of room to spread out. All guests who can be vaccinated must be vaccinated. We encourage you to pack rapid tests if you are traveling, and to take one before the big day as a precaution. Our Welcome Night event also has lots of outdoor space. Please stay home if you feel sick! We’ll miss you but of course we will understand.
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What travel dates should we book?
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It's up to you, but we hope you'll arrive by Thursday evening for our welcome dinner and stick around at least long enough to watch us smooch at the altar. September 5 is Labor Day, so if you have the time off, stay and explore the city!
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Are you changing your names?
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Yes! While we love Holmes & Kelly, we are excited about the opportunity to share a name. We wanted to select a name that is significant to us, so we both wrote down a list of all of the family names we could remember and then we picked our favorite! We landed on "Wilder," which was Courtney's maternal grandmother's last name.
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Are kids permitted?
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Yes! We will have quite a few kids attending and encourage you to bring your babies, tots, and big kids. After the quiet ceremony kids are welcome to play in the big yard and get rowdy.
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Where are you going on your honeymoon?
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We dunno! Ask us again later! It's stressful enough planning a wedding, man.
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Will there be vegan/vegetarian/gluten free options?
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If you told us about your dietary restrictions when you RSVP'd, we are on it.
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Can I bring a plus-one?
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We wish we could say yes... Please bring only the people indicated on your invitation.
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What is the dress code?
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We just want you to be comfortable! Wear what you might wear to a cute garden party.
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Can I take pictures or video during the ceremony?
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We have a wonderful photographer documenting the ceremony and want her to get the best shots possible, so please wait for party time to whip out the Gram.
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Are you registered? Where?
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We are registered with Zola! Check out the Registry tab on this website for the details.
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What will the weather be like?
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As of Wednesday, August 31, the forecast is mostly sunny with a high of 78!
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Can I park at the venue?
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Dunn Gardens has only 7 parking spots, and these have all been assigned to families with car seats or ADA placards. Limited street parking is available, but we encourage you to get a ride or take a cab. If you do drive, please carpool.