Covid-19 Guidelines & FAQs

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Is the reception indoors or outdoors?

Answer

The reception is entirely outdoors. Cocktail hour will be on an open lawn, and dinner and dancing is on an open-air porch. There is plenty of room for distancing!

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Are masks required?

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Masks are required during our church ceremony, during dancing at the reception, and when you're not actively eating or drinking during the reception. Bring your cutest mask!!! :)

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Is Covid-19 testing required?

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As of right now, we are not sure if testing will be required in order to attend the reception. We will update this site and let everyone know if we hear any specifics!

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Is there transportation to and from the hotel to the reception?

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Yes! Busses will depart the Hampton Inn promptly at 4:30pm to head to Shining Tides for the reception. A shuttle will run at 9:30pm and 10:30pm to bring guests back to the Hampton Inn.

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Is there parking at the reception?

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Yes, there is free parking available at Shining Tides.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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The ceremony will start promptly at 2pm. Please keep in mind that it is Memorial Day weekend on Cape Cod, so traffic may be particularly heavy getting to Saint Patrick's Church (Blanchard family, looking at you... :) ).

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Is there a dress code?

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Cocktail attire

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP by May 1st.