FAQs

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What is the dress attire?

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Semi-formal/dressy casual

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How do I RSVP?

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Please RSVP to our wedding planner at (850) 464-4153

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Where are we registered?

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Due to limited space for storing gifts, we would prefer contributions towards our honeymoon or our house funds found on the registry or cash/gift cards at the event, should you choose to gift us with something more than your presence at our event.

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What type of ceremony and reception is it?

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The ceremony will be inside at Hopewell Baptist Church and the reception will be at an outdoor venue close to the church (less than 5 minutes). We recommend wearing flat-soled shoes or wedges to avoid sinking into the ground. Guests will be responsible for driving themselves to the reception.

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What time should I arrive?

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We recommend you arrive about an hour before the start of the ceremony to make sure everyone is seated on time. We will be starting the ceremony at 3:00pm. Guests will be able to enjoy a slideshow with music and pictures of the happy couple, their family and the wedding party while waiting for the ceremony to begin.

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What should I expect after the ceremony?

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The wedding party will be taking pictures nearby for about an hour to hour & half. Guests will be able to head to the reception area immediately following the ceremony, where appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages will be served. Guests may explore the natural beauty of the area, participate in games, snack, socialize and take/share photos, while waiting for the wedding party to arrive. Later in the evening, a full meal will be served consisting of barbecued meats and sides.

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What type of food/drink will be served?

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Guest will be served appetizers while waiting for the wedding party to finish photos. Afterwords, a full meal will be served consisting of barbecue and sides. Salad will be included as well for those with certain dietary restrictions. Only non-alcoholic beverages will be served.

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What accommodations are there for those with limited physical ability?

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The church is easily accessible to all, and includes areas for wheelchairs/walkers in the sanctuary. Transportation will be provided from the reception parking lot area to the seated reception area for those who have a difficult time walking far distances.

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Can I bring a plus one?

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Unfortunately, we have a strict guest list in order to stay on budget. Our celebration is strictly RSVP only. We will only be able to accommodate those listed on your wedding invitation.

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Are children welcome to attend?

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Absolutely! We would love to see all of your little ones at our wedding, if you would like to bring them!

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Important to know

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The bride and groom will be participating in a “dollar dance” where guests will be able to pay to dance with either the bride or groom for a limited time. Participating in this dance is optional.

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What types of group dances will play at the reception?

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Footloose, Church Clap, The Macarena, Cotton Eye Joe, YMCA, Electric Slide, Copperhead Road, Cupid Shuffle, Conga, The Git Up, Cha Cha Slide, Wobble, Crank that Soulja Boy, WOP, Hit the Quan