We're going for garden party elegance — think midi dresses, flowy jumpsuits, dressy separates, and slacks, dress pants, or khakis. Blazers and jackets are welcome but definitely not required. A heads up: the ceremony is outdoors on grass, so we'd suggest leaving the stilettos at home in favor of wedges, block heels, or dressy flats.
Mains: Béarnaise Chicken Roulade (gluten-free available upon request) A French-inspired dish with tender chicken breast rolled around a savory spinach and cheese filling, served with a creamy tarragon Béarnaise sauce. Baked Stuffed Haddock Fresh haddock baked in white wine and topped with a rich lobster sauce. A true taste of Maine. Gnocchi with Cheese Sauce (vegetarian) Pillowy gnocchi tossed in a creamy cheese sauce. Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie (vegetarian, gluten-free) A hearty, comforting classic made without meat. Sides: Jasmine rice and mixed roasted vegetables Salad Tossed green salad with locally sourced vegetables, tomatoes, shredded carrots, pickled red onions, and cucumbers Bread Homemade yeast rolls
Yes, absolutely! There is a small pond onsite to be aware of and we are near a large road.
In preparation for the event, a portion of the field will be mowed for parking.
As much as we love our four-legged friends, we kindly ask that pets stay home for this one.
Please be at the venue no later than 4pm. Feel free to join us 12pm onward to help set up and explore the grounds!
August is one of the most beautiful times of year in western Maine! Expect warm, comfortable days with highs typically in the mid-to-upper 70s°F and cooler evenings that can dip into the 50s — perfect sweater weather once the sun goes down. August actually has the most sunshine of any month in Andover, so we're hoping for a gorgeous day. That said, Maine weather can be unpredictable, so we'd suggest keeping an eye on the forecast as the date approaches and layering up for the evening just in case!
Please RSVP by June 20 so I can give a headcount to the caterer. Thanks!
We are having an unplugged ceremony! We kindly ask that all phones and personal cameras be put away so that everyone can be fully present with us. We have a professional photographer capturing every moment, so all you need to do is sit back, enjoy, and maybe shed a happy tear or two. We'd love to look out and see your faces, not your screens!