FAQs

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP here by May 5th

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Is there a ceremony?

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Joshua and Marika will be married in an intimate ceremony with immediate family on May 1st, 2024. Though there will not be a ceremony held on June 22nd, we are very excited to open our home to celebrate with our close friends and family! Nothing fancy to see here, just an invitation to eat, drink, and be merry with us!

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What time should I arrive at the party?

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The revelries will begin at 4pm!

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Where should I park?

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The Salvation Army (290 W Crystal Lake Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014) across from our home has graciously offered their lot for parking. Please be mindful of their property and others who are parked in the lot. They are across the street (Lincoln Pkwy) from our red farmhouse. If you are coming down Crystal Lake Avenue, you can see the Salvation Army sign from the street. If you are coming from 176 and turn down Lincoln Parkway, you will pass our home, make a left onto Crystal Lake Avenue, and make a left into the Salvation Army parking lot.

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What should I wear?

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We invite you to wear your garden best! The weather should be reasonably warm and the party will take place in the yard. Sundresses and florals, fun colors, lighter button-up shirts, khakis or light slacks, and comfortable shoes you can traverse grass and (preferably) dance in. Jackets and ties are optional. Please avoid jeans and shorts. Flowers in hair encouraged. Be prepared for bonfires, dancing, and being merry!

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What are we eating?

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Tacomotora will be catering our event with a taco truck 5-7pm! Their menu includes five different taco options, two different sides including cilantro-lime rice and pinto beans, chips + salsa, and churros! Delectable desserts will be served from our local favorite Cheschire Cakes. Lastly, s'mores will be served around the bonfire.

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What are we drinking?

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We will have a self-service bar stocked with an array of beverages available for your drinking and mixing pleasure but you are also welcome to bring your own to suit your fancy! Our self-service bar will include water, lavender lemonade (nonalcoholic), vodka lemonade (alcoholic), vodka + redbull, Truly, various sodas, wine + champagne as well.