Hayley & Dan
FAQs
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Can I bring a guest?
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Due to space, we are only able to accommodate those who are formally listed on your wedding invite. If you received a +1, it will appear under your name when you RSVP.
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Are kids invited?
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We love your little ones! However, we have decided that only children of immediate family will be present. We hope that you will use this as an evening away!
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What is the wedding dress code?
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Anything between semi-formal and cocktail! Please avoid wearing white or off-white.
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Is parking free at the venue?
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Yes!
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Can we leave our cars at the venue overnight?
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Yes! You can leave your car in the Pittsburgh Shrine Center parking lot and get it on Sunday!
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Will there be transportation to and from the venue and hotel?
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Yes! See the travel section (Shuttle Services) for more info!
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Is parking free at the hotels?
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Yes!
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What time should I arrive for the ceremony?
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Between 3:30pm and 3:55pm
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Can I RSVP online?
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Yes! We are asking that everyone RSVPs online!
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When do I RSVP by?
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1 month before our wedding, September 26th, 2024.
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What time does the reception end?
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10pm with a sparkler send-off immediately following
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Is there an after party?
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Yes! We will be continuing to celebrate in the Hampton hotel lobby, everyone is welcome to join!
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Can I take photos at your wedding?
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We are asking that the ceremony is "unplugged" but please take lots of pictures after the ceremony and use our hashtag: #CheerstotheCarmichaels
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Are the ceremony and reception in the same place?
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Yes! Everything is located at the Pittsburgh Shrine Center
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Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
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Ceremony and reception will be indoors. There is a smoking section outdoors. Sparkler send-off will be outdoors
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Will there be a cookie table?
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Yes! If you are interested in donating some cookies, please reach out to Vicki Kennedy or Cathi Carmichael! (Their contact information is at the bottom of this page!)
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What is a cookie table?
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A cookie table is a Pittsburgh wedding tradition where in addition to a wedding cake, a large table with different cookies is presented to guests at the wedding reception. Cookies are generally prepared by friends and family members in advance of the reception.
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How will the food be served?
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Buffet style
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Will there be an open bar?
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Yes
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Who should I contact with additional questions?
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Hayley's Mom, Vicki Kennedy- Cell: 330-284-1019 Dan's Mom, Cathi Carmichael- Cell: 724-244-9455