FAQs
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When should I RSVP by?
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Please RSVP no later than Saturday, February 22, 2025. This will allow our venue plenty of time to finalize head count and meal count. If you do not RSVP in time, we will assume that you are unable to attend.
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Should I RSVP online or mail in a card?
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There will be no mail-in cards to RSVP, please RSVP here on our website.
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Can I bring a plus one?
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Due to limited capacity and budget, we are unable to accommodate plus ones unless specifically indicated on your invitation. For example, your envelope will be addressed as "X & X", "X & Guest", "The X Family", or "Mr. & Mrs. X". If you are still unsure, when you RSVP and type in your name, you will see all members of your party! We thank you for your understanding!
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Are children welcome at the ceremony or reception?
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Please respect our wishes for an adults-only night, including both the ceremony and reception. While we love your little ones dearly, we appreciate you making arrangements ahead of time and leaving the kids at home so you can celebrate with us!
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Is there a dress code?
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We'd love to see our family and friends get dressed up for our big day! Dress to impress in your best formal cocktail attire. Please no jeans/denim or shades of ivory and white.
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Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
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Both the ceremony and reception will be held indoors, guests will be able to step out on the patio if they are in need of some fresh air.
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What is the address of the venue?
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Grove at Briar Barn Inn - 101 Main Street, Rowley, MA 01969. There will be parking on property.
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What time should I arrive for the ceremony?
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The ceremony starts promptly at 5:30 PM. We ask that you begin arriving at 5:00 PM to allow for enough time to park, enjoy a complementary non-alcoholic beverage and find your seat. Please do not try to enter after 5:30.
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Can I take pictures throughout the ceremony and reception?
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In order to be sure we are all fully present, we request that all guests turn off or silence their cell phones during the ceremony. We assure you, our photographer will capture all the best moments of the ceremony, and we will gladly share all photos with you once we receive them. Once the ceremony is over, please feel free to take as many photos as you'd like and don't forget to share them with us using our custom QR code!
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What type of food will be served?
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When you RSVP please choose one of the two protein options. Cocktail hour will provide passed hors d'oeuvres as well as a cheese and crudité table. For dessert, along with cake, there will also be a cookie table. Allergy and Vegetarian accommodations are available upon request.
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Will there be a bar?
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There will be a cash bar during our cocktail hour and reception. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase from 6:00pm-10:30pm. Cash and cards will be accepted for payment.
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What time will the reception end?
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The reception will end promptly at 11:00pm. There will be no after party. If you feel you will need it, please make arrangements for a ride home or to stay the night.
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Do you have a hotel block for guests?
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There is a beautiful inn on property that guests are encouraged to book with if they feel they need a room for the night. We have reserved a block of rooms but they will be offered to our guests coming from out of state. We will not be holding any more rooms as many of our guests live local.