Sarah Michels
James Martin
Sarah Michels
James Martin
July 19, 2025
When we met
❤️ It was a night out in Nashville, Tennessee to celebrate Sarah's cousin's 40th birthday. Sarah first met James at Dierks Bentley's bar. They first held hands then danced the night away forming a connection. Sarah received the sweetest text from James the following day, and that’s when they started their 11-month long distance relationship until James decided to move to Southern California to be with Sarah and her children. ❤️
Schedule
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Outdoor Ceremony & Reception
4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
820 E Sherman Ave., Coeur D’Alene, ID 83814
Cocktail attire
We will have some light bites and beverages after the ceremony then dinner catered by our favorite food - Tacos! Get ready for a fun filled celebration dancing the night away!
Travel
Hotel
Blackwell Hotel
All 10 rooms have been blocked for Friday and Saturday night. Please call 208-906-5468 to reserve.
Discount Code - Call to book
Hotel
North Idaho Inn
This is only an 8 minute walk to The Blackwell Hotel. Recently updated rooms. 12 rooms have been blocked for Friday and Saturday night. Please call 208-930-1999
Discount Code - Call to book
Hotel
Air BnB
This is a great option for larger groups who want to stay together.
Registry
Wedding Party
Chloe Esten
Flower Girl
Bradley Michels
Ring Bearer
Lorraine Michels
Mother of the Bride
Walking Sarah down the aisle.
Pat Martin
Mother of the Groom
Walking James down the isle
Josh Green
Officiant
James’ Brother-in-law
Gallery
Things To Do
Tubbs Hill
The Tubbs Hill is a public park with hiking trails. It is an 11 min walk from The Blackwell Hotel.
Floating Boardwalk
The world’s longest floating boardwalk! It is a 17 min walk from The Blackwell Hotel.
Timberline Adventures
For those adrenaline junkies. Timberline Adventures ensures an out of this world zip line mountain adventure. Only a 9 min walk from The Blackwell
Museum of North Idaho
For the history lovers. A 7 min walk from The Blackwell Hotel. The Museum of North Idaho (MONI) collects, preserves, and interprets the community's history and traditions.
Crafted Tap House + Kitchen
Only a four minute walk to their quaint downtown area. An Industrial-chic gastropub with inventive, locally sourced bar bites & 62 taps for craft brews. They even have a large turtle aquarium by the entrance and they hold turtle races every Friday at 10pm!
FAQs
Question
What airport do I fly into?
Answer
You will want to book a flight into Spokane Washington and then it is about a 40 minute drive to Coeur d’Alene ID. You can rent a car or Uber (for I think around $100 one way).
Question
When should I RSVP by?
Answer
May 12th 2025 (Sarah’s Birthday and the day James proposed!) PLEASE note if you are staying at The Blackwell Hotel, all rooms that are blocked require people to book by April 19th, otherwise they will be released to the public. The Idaho Inn requires booking by June 1, 2025.
Question
What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
Answer
Please arrive by 3:45pm. Ceremony starts at 4:00pm
Question
Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
Answer
Parking is available on the street. For those not staying at The Blackwell Hotel, you would enter on the side in the backyard off of 9th street.
Question
Is there a dress code?
Answer
We ask for everyone to dress in cocktail attire. Dresses or paint suits for the ladies. Men in slacks, and a nice buttoned up shirt. No ties necessary unless you’d like to wear one. If you are looking for color suggestions, the wedding is in the lighter pink purple, blue and green tones.
Question
Are children welcomed to attend?
Answer
Due to the small venue, we have children from immediate family only but understand this is a destination wedding and some may not have childcare available, please reach out to us personally if so.
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