FAQs

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What date should I RSVP by?

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Wednesday, July 2nd

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I've never been to a Jewish wedding. What should I expect?

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We are honored to be your first Jewish wedding and there are many beautiful traditions that we are excited to share. Please reach out to lynchmair111@gmail.com and we will be thrilled to send you some more information about what to expect. (Remember, this is literally Emma's job!)

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What is the address of the wedding ceremony and reception?

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The ceremony and reception are in the same place: 719 Cabot St. Beverly, MA. There’s a long and windy path down the property before you arrive at the Estate. The property was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the same man who designed Central Park in New York City. He wanted visitors to see something new around every corner. Enjoy the views and follow the directional signage until you reach the Estate.

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What is the parking like at the venue?

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There is plenty of parking available.

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Will your wedding be indoors or outdoors?

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The wedding will be outdoors. The ceremony will be on a lawn overlooking Wenham Lake, and the reception will be in a tent. Keep in mind that you will be walking on grass when you consider what shoes to wear! The tent has a solid floor. There is a rain plan.

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Have you blocked rooms at one or more hotels?

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Yes. See the “Travel” section of this website for all of the information.

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I want to drink! How should I plan on getting back to my hotel?

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If you plan to drink, make sure you have a designated driver back to where you will be sleeping, or schedule a rideshare to pick you up. We suggest pre-scheduling the rideshare and giving the driver instructions to follow the windy road until they reach the Estate.

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What is the dress code?

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We don't want to tell you what to wear, but you should consider something festive and colorful...Bonus points for rainbow! Keep in mind that you will be walking on grass when you think about what shoes to wear! The wedding will be in a tent outdoors. We hope it won't be too hot, but these days -- who knows. In Jewish tradition, there is a custom to wear a head covering when sacred words (prayer, Torah, etc.) are said or heard.. It is a tactile reminder that something special is happening. We will have kippot (skullcaps) available for those who wish to wear them. For folks who want a more feminine alternative to a kippah, we suggest a headband!

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What type of food will be served at the wedding?

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We are having a pescatarian wedding for several reasons. Firstly, Kelly and Emma are vegetarians. Relatedly, our caterer is farm-to-table! They grow tons and tons of produce on their farm in Groton, MA and we want to feature the seasonal bounty in our menu. For us, this choice aligns with our commitment to mindful living and reflects a desire to celebrate in a way that is kind to animals and the planet. Additionally, Jewish dietary laws do not allow for meat and milk to be eaten in the same meal. Fish is permitted with either meat or milk.

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Will there be meal options for guests with dietary restrictions or allergies?

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Yes! There will be a vegan and gluten-free option available for those who need or want it. If you require a hekhsher Kosher meal, please let us know and we will arrange it for you.

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Where should we bring/send our wedding gift?

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Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift we could ask for! If you would like to honor us with a gift, you can have it delivered to 203 Arboretum Way, Burlington MA 01803. A wedding card box will be at our reception.

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How are you incorporating your values into your wedding celebration?

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To limit environmental impact, we chose a farm-to-table caterer that uses sustainable farming methods and kitchen practices to design a pescatarian and vegetable-forward menu for us. We feel strongly that the planet shouldn’t suffer for our celebration. We also thrifted as many decorations as possible, or bought from small and minority-owned American businesses. The flowers you’ll see are from the only farm-to-vase florist in Massachusetts. The flowers were all locally grown using sustainable farming techniques. The kippot, Jewish skullcaps, we will provide are made from recycled cotton by women artisans in rural Madagascar who run a collective called Stitch Sainte Luce to support themselves and their families. Lastly, we are using as many women vendors as possible. The wedding industry is dominated by men, and we are excited for the opportunity to raise up women’s art and voices.