Unfortunately Harpor's Vineyard has a strict ban on Outside food and Beverages such as Alcohol. This ban includes the parking lot. Please do not bring any food or drink onto the premises you will be removed as per Harpor's policy. If you require specific dietary needs please include this in your RSVP so we can insure you are fed accordingly. If your really concerned, feel free to reach out to Alyssa, you can reach cell at (515) 423-8269
The dress code for our wedding is semi-formal/business casual attire. Sundresses, jumpsuits and dress pants are recommended for women. Suit and tie or khakis and pullovers are recommended for men. Keep in mind that it might be chilly so be sure to bring a cardigan or light jacket.
It will be an October wedding in Iowa. Temperatures in Sothern Iowa at this time range from high 60's to mid 30's (Fahrenheit). So please bring a cardigan, light jacket, or shawl to keep warm and opt for sleeves over spaghetti straps. When in doubt, double check the weather for Sunday, Oct. 17th, 2021.
Both the ceremony and the reception will be held at Harpor's Vineyard in New Virginia, IA. The Address is bellow: 3014 Scott St, New Virginia, IA, 50210, USA
Weather permitting, the ceremony will be outdoors on the lawn in front of the vineyard. Dinner will be indoors within the Harpor's Barn and dancing will be held on the heated, covered deck between the two locations. In the event of poor weather- rain, snow, meteorite showers ;) -the ceremony will be moved to the covered deck which is also heated.
After the ceremony, the bridal party and immediate family will be taking pictures nearby for around an hour. Guests can head straight to the covered lounge and bar area where we will have yard games and be serving finger foods and beverages. *Feel free to try your hand at hammerschlagen, a fun traditionally German drinking game (drinks not required).
While we do not have a set theme you are more than welcome to dress in our wedding colors (burgundy, mauve, spice/orange, mustard yellow, and steel blue or navy), although you are not required to do so.
You will be missed! If you can not make it to the wedding, please let us know as soon as possible and RSVP “no,” so we can plan accordingly.
Detailed directions will be included with your invitation and are listed on our website under the directions and accommodations tab. below is the address: Harpor's Vineyard 3014 Scott St, New Virginia, IA, 50210 If this is not helpful, please contact Ian Schwarz at (515) 664-1665.
We recommend that you arrive an hour before the start of the ceremony, to make sure everyone is on time and we can get the party started as scheduled! There will be activities for you to do while you wait for other guests to arrive and your more than welcome to grab a drink as you wait.
Parking is free and there will be someone at the entrance to help direct you to the parking lot.
Yes, children are welcome and there will be a designated kids zone to keep them busy when they get bored plus a fun preteen/young adults table at dinner and fun activities throughout the evening that they are sure to enjoy.
We have a strict guest list to stay on budget. Our wedding is strictly RSVP only. We will only be able to accommodate the number of seats we have reserved for your family listed on your invitation.
Yes, we do have rooms blocked off for our wedding. We have provided two locations for you to chose from. You can find more information on this under the Directions and Accommodations tab of our website.
The RSVP deadline is August 17th. Yes, we do ask that you mail in your RSVPS. We have provided you with an envelop pre addressed to us and have included all necessary postage. All you need to do is fill out your information, double check it, seal it in the envelope, and place it in your mailbox.
Our venue is wheelchair accessible and there is a shuttle from the parking lot to the barn upon request. We just ask that you let us know in advance with your RSVPs that you will need wheelchair access and/or a shuttle so that we can plan seating accordingly.
Yes you will be fed. Popcorn and soft pretzels will be available while the bridal party is taking photos after the ceremony and Street Eats DSM food truck will be available to order from for dinner. The menu will be posted on the truck, and provided in a pamphlet you get during the ceremony along with meal tickets. All you will need to do is pick what you want, go up to the window, hand over your tickets and order. They will fix it up for you. Our menu will be catered towards our guests so there's something available for everyone to enjoy so, please include any and all food restrictions in your RSVP note. *There is a section on your RSVP for any food restrictions that you or your family/pus one has so we can insure that you have something to eat.
Yes. There is a section on your RSVP card where you can fill out any food restrictions such as keto, dairy free, nut allergy and so forth. This will allow us to cater our menu to you as well so that there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Our registry is conveniently listed under the registry tab on our website. Thank your for your generosity, we appreciate it! Thank you!
Yes, we encourage guests to post pictures on to their social media channels, our only request is that you tag each photo with our wedding hashtag #ItsSchwarsTime so we can enjoy them also.
Sure. The best way to reach Alyssa is by email, abschwarz3513@gmail.com or text, 515 423-8269. To reach Ian text 515 664-1665. Be sure to give your name and why your reaching out so we can best answer your questions.