Wedding Weekend Events

Welcome Party

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Casual Attire: Anything goes, from sundresses and sandals to jeans and tees.

Jackie and Mark Soslow invite you to join Jess & Bryce in officially kicking off their wedding weekend! Make your way to the Grand Cascades Lodge Fire & Water Terrace and indulge in some bubbly, pizza, and (hopefully) gooey s'mores by the firepits. It's the perfect chance to spend some quality time with the couple before the big day. If you're feeling competitive, challenge your loved ones to a game of pool or ping pong, or simply relax and take in the breathtaking views while mingling with other guests and making new friends. This is just the beginning of what's going to be an unforgettable celebration! So come and let's start the party right and make some memories together. See you there!

Bedecken, Tisch & Ketubah Signing

2:45 pm - 3:30 pm

BEDECKEN The Bedecken is a Jewish wedding tradition where the groom places a veil over the bride's face, symbolizing his dedication to her inner beauty, character, and lifelong protection. It marks the start of their journey as devoted partners. At this time, the parents of the couple will deliver blessing to their children as they send them off to their future. TISCH The Tisch is a custom at Jewish weddings where family and friends gather in a room before the wedding ceremony to celebrate and give blessings to the bride and groom. The officiant will open the floor at this time for guests to jump in and share any blessings, well wishes, remarks, or reminiscent stories, with the couple. Anything you wish to say to them before they head off to the chuppah! KETUBAH SIGNING The Ketubah is a Jewish marriage contract that details what the couple is agreeing to in their union. The Ketubah is read aloud and then signed by the bride and groom along with 2 witnesses.

Wedding Ceremony & Reception (RSVP Req.)

3:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Summer Formal: Dress to Impress!

Jackie and Mark Soslow invite you to join them in celebrating the marriage of the Bride and Groom. CEREMONY The ceremony will be held outdoors, with a concrete aisle running through the center and grass on either side where chairs will be placed. Please choose appropriate footwear for this setting. COCKTAIL HOUR Cocktail Hour will take place in the Grand Cascades Lodge Rotunda immediately following the ceremony. Enjoy cocktails, passed hors d’oeuvres, and multiple food stations. *The floor in this space is cobblestone, so please choose footwear accordingly!* RECEPTION The reception will be held indoors. Kick off your shoes and help us celebrate in the Crystal Springs Emerald Ballroom. Guests will enjoy an appetizer, table-side choice of fish, beef, or vegetarian entrée, dessert, and an open bar. Check FAQs for dress code explanation. PLEASE NOTE: These events will be Kosher-STYLE (no treyf). However, we will be serving milk & meat together. If you keep fully Kosher, please plan to select vegetarian/fish options. If you would like a Glat Kosher meal or require heckshered cheese, please let us know.

Biosphere Pool After Party (RSVP Req.)

Sun, Aug 13, 2023, 10:00 pm - Mon, Aug 14, 2023, 1:30 am

Attire: Completely Casual; bathing suits highly encouraged.

ITS NOT TIME FOR BED YET! Jackie & Mark Soslow and Barry & Meredyth Leafman invite guests of ALL AGES to grab their swim suits and join the Bride and Groom downstairs for an afterparty in the Biosphere, an exotic freeform pool surrounded by lush tropical foliage. We're keeping the celebration going at this indoor tropical paradise with a pool, hot tub, waterslide, DJ, late night tacos & churros, and open bar. DON'T FORGET A SWIMSUIT *If you are not staying at Grand Cascades Lodge, don't forget to bring your swimsuit with you to the wedding! There will be a coat check where you can leave your things during the events and beautiful bathrooms to change in.