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FAQs

The Wedding Website of Sameer Kalavalapalli and Mariko Cilley
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What day is the wedding?

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Thursday, July 17th, 2025

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What time is the wedding?

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4:00PM The venue opens at 3:50PM. Please plan to arrive at 4PM so that you may have ample time to find parking, settle in, and enjoy a welcome drink (water, lemonade, tea, or coffee) before the ceremony begins promptly at 4:30PM.

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What is the address?

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Green Gables, 134 Woodland Pkwy, San Marcos, CA

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Parking

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The parking lot is located off Woodland Parkway. Please note that there is a ~1 minute inclined walk to the venue space, which begins with a set of stairs.

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What Should I wear?

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The attire is Semi-Formal Garden Party! This means you can feel free to wear a color you love, or join us in floral prints or pastel colors to complement the garden setting. Think light and elegant – just a touch of sophistication. Let your style reflect the joy of the day!

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Are you having an unplugged ceremony?

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Yes! We would love for everyone to be fully present and experience the ceremony with their eyes and hearts, rather than through a screen. To help create this special atmosphere, we kindly ask that you participate in our unplugged ceremony by silencing and stowing away all phones and electronic devices during the ceremony. Don’t worry—our professional photographer will be capturing all the special moments that we will share. Thank you for understanding and respecting our wishes!

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Vehicles

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In order to ensure guests’ safety at the end of the event, cars may be left on property overnight. Cars may be picked up between 10am and 12pm the following morning.

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Will the ceremony be taking place indoors or outdoors?

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Outdoors: The ceremony will take place outdoors in a shaded area. The cocktail hour will be in a sunny spot, but there will be shaded areas. The reception will be held under a tent.

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What is the weather like in the area?

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July afternoons in this area are typically warm, with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to mid-80s Fahrenheit, occasionally reaching the 90s on hotter days. Evenings tend to be mild and comfortable, with temperatures often dropping to the 60s or low 70s. The weather is usually dry, with low humidity and clear skies being common. For a more accurate forecast, please check closer to the date.

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Will there be an open bar?

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Yes, there will be an open bar. The bar will close at 9:30PM. Please bring a physical ID, as the venue is required to check them.

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Order of events

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Pre-Ceremony | 4:00PM - 4:30PM Ceremony | 4:30PM - 5PM Cocktail Hour | 5PM - 6PM Dinner & Reception | 6PM-10PM

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Should we bring gifts, or send them ahead of time?

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We kindly ask that gifts be sent ahead of time, but if it’s more convenient for you, feel free to bring them to the ceremony.

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For any questions you may have please contact us through our email below

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TheKalavalapallis@gmail.com