FAQs

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What is the dress code?

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Garden Party Attire- We'd love to see spring colors, florals, and your Sunday best!

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What time should I arrive?

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The ceremony will begin promptly at 1:00 PM. We recommend arriving 15-20 minutes early to allow time for seating.

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Will the ceremony be a full Catholic Mass

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No, the ceremony will be a Catholic wedding ceremony without Mass, and will be shorter in length.

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Where is the ceremony?

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St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church 1000 Goodyear Blvd., Picayune MS 39466

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Where is the reception?

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Hickory Bend Event Venue 31 September Ln., Carriere MS 39426

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How far is the reception from the ceremony?

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The reception is approximately 20 minutes from the church. We recommend allowing a little extra time for travel.

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What time does the reception start?

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Cocktail hour will begin at 4:00 PM.

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Is transportation provided?

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Transportation will not be provided for all guests, so we recommend planning ahead for travel between locations.

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Is parking available?

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Yes, parking will be available at both the ceremony and reception venues.

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Can I bring a plus-one?

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Please refer to your invitation for your specific guest count. Due to limited space, we are only able to accommodate those listed.

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Are children invited?

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Yes! Children are welcome! Please include them in your RSVP.

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Is there a gap between the ceremony and reception?

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Yes, there will be a short break between the ceremony and reception while we take photos . The reception will begin at 4:00 PM, and we recommend allowing time to travel and refresh before joining us for cocktail hour.

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What should I do between the ceremony and reception?

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We recommend allowing time for travel, freshening up, or grabbing a drink before joining us for cocktail hour! Things to do nearby: - Coffee and light bites: Creekside Coffee Cafe, The Sip District, PJ's Coffee - Casual food and drinks: Joe's Cafe and Deli, Champion Sports Bistreaux - Outdoor spots: Crosby Arboretum, Crosby Commons, Friendship Park

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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If you are planning on staying in Picayune/ Carriere area: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Picayune- Stennis Space Center, or if you would rather stay within this area- Airbnbs may have better quality Slidell/ Pearl River: Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pearl River/ Slidell New Orleans: Hotel Monteleone, Place d'Armes Hotel, Royal Sonesta New Orleans, The Roosevelt New Orleans, The Windsor Court Mississippi Gulf Coast: Hotel Whiskey