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Where is the wedding ceremony taking place?Where is the wedding ceremony taking place?

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Our Shepherd Lutheran Church 2225 W 14 Mile Road Birmingham, Michigan 48009

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What time do I arrive at the ceremony?What time do I arrive at the ceremony?

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Please be seated by 2pm in the sanctuary!

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Where is the reception taking place?Where is the reception taking place?

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Arnaldo's Banquet Center 18275 Quarry Rd, Riverview, MI 48193

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What time should we arrive at the reception?What time should we arrive at the reception?

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Cocktail hour and hors d'oeuvres start at 5pm at Arnaldo's Banquet Center followed by dinner and dancing.

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What should I wear?What should I wear?

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Black tie attire. If you wear white, you will be escorted from the building and be sent to the nearest Target to buy new clothes and change.

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What are the official hotel/accomodations for the wedding?What are the official hotel/accomodations for the wedding?

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We have a hotel booked for our guests, Fairfield Inn & Suites, Detroit, Taylor. See the travel tab for more hotel options!

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Where are you registered?Where are you registered?

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We are registered with Honeyfund (https://www.honeyfund.com/site/garback-cole-08-30-2025) and we would be delighted to accept cash/check made payable to Everett Cole or Jannah Garback as we save for a downpayment on our first house. Thank you so much for being a part of our special day.

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Will there be a cash or open bar?Will there be a cash or open bar?

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Open Bar!

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Will the wedding be inside or outside?Will the wedding be inside or outside?

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Both the wedding ceremony and reception will be indoors, in air-conditioning.

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Can I Bring a Plus One?Can I Bring a Plus One?

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The Bride and Groom have seats reserved for those addressed on the formal wedding invitations or included on the online RSVP list. Thank you for understanding.

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What is the parking situation?What is the parking situation?

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There is adequate parking at both ceremony site (Our Shepherd Lutheran Church) and at the reception location (Arnaldo's Banquet Center).

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What date should I RSVP by?What date should I RSVP by?

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Please check your mail and RSVP before July 1st 2025!

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How do I get to the reception venue?How do I get to the reception venue?

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Get on I-696 E in Royal Oak from Woodward Ave for 11 min (5.5 mi) Follow I-75 S to Brownstown Charter Township. Take exit 34A from I-75 S for 27 min (28.9 mi) Take Sibley Rd to Arnaldo's Banquet Center in Riverview

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Can I Bring My Kid?Can I Bring My Kid?

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We love your children, but due to space restrictions, we cannot accommodate guests under the age of 13 on our wedding day.