FAQs
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Where do I park at the church?
Answer
Parking address: 311 W. Illinois Street, Chicago, IL 60654 There is FREE church parking inside the apartment building at 311 W. Illinois. You will head east on Illinois, passing the church, and turn right on Franklin. There will be an alley entrance for the parking garage (See above image). There will be a church attendant there to help direct. Additionally, there is pay-to-park street parking on Illinois & Franklin, or at MartParc Garage (437 N. Orleans St (Orleans & Hubbard) - but encourage taking advantage of the free lot! IF there is overflow at 311 garage, the attendant will direct cars to MartParc and a church greeter will offer validation at the end of the ceremony in the back of the church.
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What are the addresses for the church & venue?
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Assumption Catholic Church: 323 W. Illinois Street, Chicago, IL 60654 River Forest Country Club: 15W468 Grand Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126
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What time does the ceremony start?
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Ceremony will start promptly at 3 pm. Please allow for additional time to accommodate for traffic/parking so we can start on time & can get to the rest of the celebrations thereafter!
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How far is the church from the reception (RFCC)?
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The church is 14 miles from RFCC in Elmhurst. It will be a 35-40 minute drive from the church, with I-90 ramp being 1/2 mile away from Assumption.
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What’s the parking at RFCC?
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There will be complimentary valet parking at RFCC. Additionally, guests who plan to celebrate are welcome to leave their cars overnight at RFCC and come back to get it the next day. Uber/Lyfts are plentiful!
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What time is cocktail hour?
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Cocktail hour will start at 5:30 pm. It will be inside the Pool Cabana at RFCC. There will be a coat check at cocktail hour. There will be passed hors d'oeuvres. There is outdoor space at the cabana if we are blessed with a “warmer” November Day but not counting on it!
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Are children welcome at the reception?
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The reception will be an adults-only celebration. We appreciate all childcare accommodations made prior so everyone can have a fun night out!