FAQs

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What is the wedding venue?

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Mountain Memories at Thorpewood Check out their website for info, pictures and maps of the property. https://www.mountainmemoriestw.com/faq/

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How do we get to the venue?

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DO NOT follow your GPS or Map Quest to get to ThorpeWood – these often get people LOST and/or send you the long/unsafe way to ThorpeWood, if you get here! We are on the mountain so cell reception and Internet accessibility is not reliable. Please follow the directions from our website to the main lodge. Directions from DC/Baltimore Area https://thorpewood.org/directions/directions-from-the-dc-or-baltimore-areas/ Directions from Harrisburg/ Gettysburg https://thorpewood.org/directions/directions-to-thorpewood-from-the-north-harrisburggettysburg-areas/ Please do not take catoctin hallow rd off of rt 15. This road is very windy and narrow. The best route is to take rt 77 to catoctin hollow Rd. If you get lost or need directions on the day of the wedding, PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE BRIDE OR GROOM! Instead, call any of the following individuals: Amanda Busl- Maid of Honor Teresa Walzel- Mother of the Bride Vincent Ippolito- Father of the Bride Ed Fanflik- Best Man/ Father of the Groom Teresa Fanflik- Mother of the Groom

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What site will the ceremony take place?

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We will be getting married outside at the Pine Cathedral. (Signs will direct you to the location) Please be prepared for weather. We will have hot cocoa and hot cider set up for guests. There will also be a fire pit to keep warm. Please also be mindful of your shoe wear, the ground may be soft. As a gift from us please grab some hand warmers. Blankets will be available to borrow but must be returned. In the event of inclement weather, the wedding ceremony site will take place inside the Barn.

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Where will cocktail hour and the reception be held?

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After the ceremony you will be directed to the lodge. Cocktail hour will take place on the bottom floor and patio. A fire pit will also be available. For the reception you will be directed upstairs to your tables. If handicap accommodations are needed, the staff will assist getting you to our different areas.

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When should I RSVP by?

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October 17th, 2022

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Who Can I bring?

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Your rsvp will show all of the names listed for your invitation. If you need to bring children or would like an additional guest, please reach out to the bride or the groom.

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Health & Safety

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Please be advised and aware that we are having a peanut free event. We have some family/friends with severe allergies, and while the day may be heavily attended by healthcare personnel, we all want to enjoy the day!

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Smoking/Vaping

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Our venue is a Green Venue. Smoking is permitted OUTSIDE in designated areas, please dispose of your buds in the appropriate bins.