Alison Rodas
Matthew Blackwell
Alison Rodas
Matthew Blackwell
October 2, 2025
Our Story
Our story has been one long, slow-burn rom-com. We first met way back in our freshman year of high school (2009!), instantly clicked, and totally liked each other—but neither of us had the nerve to say anything. So we spent all four years as “just friends,” and eventually lost touch during college. Fast forward to 2020: I had just lost my sweet pup, and out of the blue, Matthew slid into my DMs. One message turned into hours of catching up, and before we knew it, we were right back where we left off—only this time, we weren’t letting go. Five years later, here we are: best friends, partners-in-goofiness, and honestly just wondering what took us so long.
Schedule
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Wedding
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
16467 Hwy 116, Guerneville, CA 95446
Formal Attire (Black Tie Optional) We’d love to see our guests dressed to the nines! Tuxedos and gowns are welcome, but a sharp suit or an elevated dress is just as lovely.
3:30 PM — Guest Arrival Please arrive 30 minutes early to be seated before the ceremony begins. 4:00 PM — Ceremony We kindly ask that all phones be silenced and put away during this time. 4:30 PM — Cocktail Hour Join us for drinks and light bites immediately following the ceremony. 5:30 PM — Dinner & Reception Dinner, toasts, and dancing as we celebrate together. 8:00 PM — Farewell Thank you for being a part of our special day!
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Travel
Hotel
Dawn Ranch
Hotel
Johnsons Beach
Hotel
West Sonoma Inn & spa
Registry
FAQs
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Can I bring a plus one?
Answer
We’re so excited to celebrate with our closest family and friends! Due to limited space, only guests who received a formal invitation with a plus one are able to bring one. If your invitation did not mention a guest, we kindly ask that you attend solo — and know we can’t wait to see you!
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Are children allowed?
Answer
We love your little ones, but our wedding will be an adults-only celebration. We hope this gives you a chance to relax and enjoy the evening with us!
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What should I wear?
Answer
The dress code is black tie. We encourage tuxedos, floor-length gowns, or formal cocktail attire. A note on shoes: Some portions of the event will take place on grass, so we recommend comfortable footwear — think block heels, wedges, or dressy flats instead of stilettos.
Question
What time should I arrive?
Answer
The ceremony will begin promptly at 4:00 PM. Please arrive by 3:30 PM to allow time to park, walk to the ceremony site, and be seated.
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Where should I stay?
Answer
Anyone is more than welcome to stay at Dawn Ranch where we will be having the wedding. There are also several nearby hotels and Airbnbs in the area if you prefer to stay elsewhere. We recommend booking early, as it’s a popular area and accommodations may fill up quickly!
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Is transportation provided?
Answer
No transportation will be provided, but there is plenty of parking available at the venue for all guests.