FAQs

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What COVID-19 protocols are in place to keep this wedding safe?

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We take the safety of our family and loved ones very seriously. As such, we are requiring all of our guests over the age of 5 to be vaccinated against COVID-19. In addition, we are asking all guests to take a rapid take home test the morning of the wedding and to bring a photo of your negative test as your ticket into the wedding. The wedding will be outside, so masks are not required. Please reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns about these requirements.

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Where are the ceremony and the reception taking place?

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Both the ceremony and reception are taking place in the backyard of a private residence at 74 Wright Road, Ashby MA 01431. (More information on the owners of this residence below)

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How do I get to the venue?

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The venue is about 1 hour and 20 minutes from the Boston Logan airport. Car rental is recommended for out of town guests to drive to accommodation and the venue as uber and lyft do not run reliably in this area. GPS to the venue should work just fine and written directions from the town of Ashby MA and Peterborough NH are provided below. Directions from Ashby MA: Head west on MA-119 W toward New Ipswich Rd Turn right onto New Ipswich Rd 0.3 mi Slight right onto Mason Rd 1.4 mi Turn left to stay on Mason Rd (Keep driving and you will start to see signs for the Wedding) 0.7 mi Turn left onto Wright Rd (This is a short road and will have signs for parking and someone to help you find a spot) Directions from Peterborough, NH: Head southeast on NH-101 E/NH-123 S/Wilton Rd toward Powersbridge Rd 0.7 mi Turn right onto NH-123 S 6.1 mi Turn left onto NH-123 S/NH-124 E Continue to follow NH-124 E 8.0 mi Turn right onto Churchill Rd 0.8 mi Continue onto Mason Rd (Keep driving and you will start to see signs for the Wedding) 0.3 mi Turn right onto Wright Rd. (This is a short road and will have signs for parking and someone to help you find a spot)

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Where should I park when I arrive on the property?

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The location of the wedding is the backyard of the last residence on a long, small street. Cars will directed to park on a large section of lawn (we will hang signs to indicate where parking can take place) and guests should then walk towards the ceremony. Someone will be available on the wedding date to help you identify a place to park your car.

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What time should I arrive?

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Please arrive between 4:15 PM and 4:30 PM to give yourself sufficient time to park and walk over to the ceremony. The ceremony will start at 4:45 PM.

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Will the ceremony and reception be indoors or outdoors?

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Both the ceremony and reception will be outdoors. The ceremony and cocktail hour will be under the open sky, weather permitting, while dinner and dancing will be under a tent. We will have bug spray on the property to do suggest guests pack their own, along with jackets, sunscreen and whatever else you need to be comfortable on the day. (See our Schedule tab on this website for more information about the timing and order of events)

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What will the weather be like?

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In September, Ashby MA has an average temperature of 60 degrees with a high of 70 degrees, and low of 50 degrees. Since we're convening at the beginning of September, we can expect temperatures will be a little higher and closer to the August average of 68 degrees. Rain is possible, and umbrellas are welcome. We will have tents for all events in case of rain.

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What should I wear?

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No heels! We will be on grass. Comfortable clothes for an outdoor, casual wedding. Bring a jacket as evenings may get chilly!

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You guys are getting married at a private residence. Who are the generous owners of this amazing place?

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Our dear friends the Simons have invited us to get married on their most magical property in Ashby MA. Lily has known the Simon family for over 15 years, as a result of her high school and then college based friendship with the eldest and wisest Simon child, Alex. She later went on to share an apartment for three years with the middle and actual wisest Simon, Katie. She is looking forward to some sort of meaningful living or schooling experience with the youngest and seemingly by far wisest Simon, Ben. Dick and Patty Simon have been staples in Lily's life and Keldin and Lily are thrilled and grateful to be getting married in their back yard.

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What should I do if I can’t make it?

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You will be missed! If you can not make it to the wedding, please let us know as soon as possible and RSVP “no,” so we can plan accordingly.

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Do you have a hotel block for guests? Where do you recommend I stay?

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Most family members have been booked into airbnbs in the area. For all other guests, we've added recommended hotels and inns to the Travel tab of this website. In addition to these options, there are numerous airbnbs in the area. We do recommend you book well in advance, as Labor Day weekend is a popular time for travel. Please let us know if you have any trouble finding accommodation.

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When is the RSVP deadline? Do I need to mail back my RSVP or can I do it online?

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The RSVP deadline is May 1st, 2022. You cannot mail your RSVP but must use the website to RSVP, under the RSVP tab.

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Will food and drinks be served at the reception? What kind of food?

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Both food and drinks will be served at the reception. The wedding will be catered by a local Italian restaurant and vegetarian and non-vegetarian and some vegan options will be available. If you have additional dietary restrictions, please let us know in your RSVP.

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Where are you registered?

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Keldin and Lily really hate stuff and want to remain as stuff free as possible. In lieu of stuff, please feel free to give us nothing or if you would like, please contribute to one of the funds in the Registry tab on our website.