FAQs
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What is a cookie table?
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This is a Pittsburgh tradition that dates back to the Great Depression when money was too tight for an elaborate cake, so family and friends would come together to bake cookies for the wedding. Now, every wedding in Pittsburgh has a cookie table full of cookies that are baked with love for the bride and groom! We welcome you to share your favorite cookies with us to add to our cookie table. Bringing cookies is entirely optional as there will be plenty of cookies to go around!
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Will there be parking?
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There is ample parking in the parking lot at the National Aviary.
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What should I wear?
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Suggested attire is semi-formal/cocktail attire, but wear whatever you are comfortable in! Please check the weather and consider bringing a light jacket as our ceremony will be outdoors. The reception will be held indoors in the Garden Room.
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What is a "Cocktail Dinner"?
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We will be doing a non-traditional "Cocktail Dinner" in order to maximize time to socialize between the ceremony and the reception. The dinner buffet will be open from 6:00pm-7:45pm for you to eat dinner whenever you would like! We will also have lawn games, drinks, and open aviary exhibits during this time.
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What's for dinner?
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Appetizers: Artisan Cheese Board, Seasonal Fruit, Awesome Andouille Bites, and Bacon Wrapped Scallops Entrees: Angus Petite Tenderloin with Peppercorn Demi-Glace, Orange Miso Glazed Atlantic Salmon, Chicken Marsala, and Ravioli Sides: Smashed Red Skin Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Parmesan Roma Tomatoes
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Will there be an open bar?
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Yes! We will have a choice of 2 cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks.
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Will there be assigned seats?
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Everyone will have an assigned table, but you will be able to pick your seat at the table.
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Will the National Aviary exhibits be open?
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Yes! The exhibits will be open right after the ceremony from 6:00pm-7:30pm.
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Can I take photos during the wedding?
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We ask that you do not take pictures during our ceremony, but otherwise please take lots of pictures throughout the day. We would love it if you would add your pictures to our Google photos album at https://photos.app.goo.gl/2FMaJ2kiYDFkVs72A
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Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
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Yes! Our venue has ramps available that can accommodate walkers and wheelchairs.