FAQs

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What should I wear?

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Wear wedding attire appropriate for the seasonal weather. The wedding will be on the lawn and the reception in the barn at Elmwood.n Both have uneven surfaces so rethink those stilettos!

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How do I get to the wedding?

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The suggested hotels are a convenient 10 minute drive to the wedding venue. To find the venue, the GPS address is 16311 Kendle Road, Williamsport.

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What if I have dietary restrictions?

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We have created a menu that will satisfy gluten sensitivity and vegetarian needs. Beyond that, let us know.

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If I have a question before the wedding or have trouble with my RSVP, who should I ask?

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You can contact Judy Downing at jdown200@verizon.net.

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Are there places near by to stay, other than the hotels listed here on the website?

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There are a number of AirBnBs and VRBOs in the area and other hotels as well. Jellystone Campground, only one mile away from the venue, has some cute cabins that can be reserved at jellystonemaryland.com.

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What else can I do while I am there?

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There are several historical sites as well as hiking and shopping opportunities all less than 50 minutes away. See the "Things to Do" section of the website.

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Are children invited?

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While we love children, this will be an adult event. If you need babysitting, please let us know. We have ideas to accommodate you. Contact Judy Downing at jdown200@verizon.net.

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What happens if it rains or is cold?

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We have alternate plans at the venue for rain. The barn reception area has heat available, if needed.

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Why Williamsport?

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Many very good reasons and a few are: Lauren has always loved the venue and hoped to have her wedding there. Elmwood is a charming restoration of an 1855 barn and farmhouse set in the beautiful green valleys of western Maryland. The venue owners, Selena and Lettie Wilkes, restored the property and are the decendants of the first owners of the farm. They take such good care of the property and especially the guests. You will not be disappointed. Check out their website www.ElmwoodFarmBandB.com and their Facebook page. This location is centrally located between the Lathem family in the Newark area and the Downing family in the Pittsburgh area. Judy grew up in the small town and Steve moved there in his senior year of high school. We still have a lot of family and close friends in the area, including the owners of the venue and the caterer.