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When should I RSVP by?When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP no later than 08/31/2026. If you do not RSVP in time, we will assume that you are unable to attend. We will miss celebrating our big day with you, but it is imperative we provide our vendors with a final guest count. Thank you for understanding!

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What do I do if I cannot make it?What do I do if I cannot make it?

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You will be dearly missed! If you cannot attend, please let us know as soon as possible by selecting “not attending” on your RSVP so we can plan accordingly. Thank you!

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Am I allowed to bring a plus one?Am I allowed to bring a plus one?

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In order to keep our wedding as intimate as possible, only the guest formally invited on your invitation will be accommodated. If you receive a plus one, they will appear under your name on your RSVP!

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

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The ceremony will begin at 4:00 pm. We kindly ask guests to arrive about 30 minutes early so that everyone can be seated on time. Please plan to arrive no later than 3:50 pm to ensure you don’t miss the start of our ceremony.

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Will the wedding take place indoors or outdoors?Will the wedding take place indoors or outdoors?

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Our ceremony will take place at Pfeiffer Nature Center in Portville, NY, a beautiful outdoor pavilion. Please keep Western New York weather in mind when choosing your attire. Our reception will follow indoors at the Pulaski Club of Olean.

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Is there a dress code?Is there a dress code?

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We would love to see our family and friends dress up with us! Our dress code is semi-formal/cocktail attire, and we encourage guests to choose fall-inspired colors when selecting their outfits. For women, this includes floor-length to knee-length dresses, jumpsuits, or dress pants with a blouse. We kindly ask that you refrain from wearing white, ivory, cream, or patterns primarily in those colors. For men, this includes dress pants or khakis with a dress shirt, with a tie and jacket optional. Ladies, please keep in mind that Pfeiffer is outdoors and on a hill when choosing shoes. We kindly ask that guests avoid jeans, sneakers, or sweatshirts.

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Can I take pictures?Can I take pictures?

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We are having an “unplugged” ceremony. The greatest gift you can give us is to be fully present while we say “I do.” We have hired professionals to capture these moments for us and promise to share the photos once we receive them. After the ceremony, please feel free to take as many photos and videos as you’d like! We will have QR codes at each table so guests can easily upload the memories they capture throughout the night.

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Will there be a bar?Will there be a bar?

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Yes! We will have beer, wine, a specialty punch, and a variety of non-alcoholic options — all on us! Because of venue rules, we kindly ask that guests not bring any outside beverages. Please note that our bartending staff will be checking IDs.

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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We’ve listed our recommendations under the “Travel” tab. Please note that our wedding weekend falls during Family Weekend at two local colleges, so we recommend booking accommodations as early as possible.