8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Resort casual
Kim and Brett Hellenga will host a casual cocktail gathering for those who arrive Thursday. You are on your own for dinner.
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Resort Casual
For all those who wish to join, we will enjoy lunch and a private, scenic, and leisurely cruise aboard the Sea Island Explorer, a 71-foot yacht. As we officially kick off wedding weekend, we will relax and enjoy the spectacular views of Sea Island's rivers and golden marshes. Rest rooms are available on the boat.
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Casual
In lieu of a rehearsal dinner, all are invited to meet for dinner and bowling. We have several lanes booked and will enjoy casual pub fare at the Sea Strike Pub starting at 6PM.
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Golf Attire
For anyone interested we will have a pre-ceremony golf scramble at the Seaside Course, a legendary Scottish links-style course surrounded by tidal creeks, salt marshes, and the Atlantic Ocean. Please note you do NOT need to be an accomplished golfer to participate! You are invited to play even if you have never played before. Please make sure to RSVP by September 1st so we can coordinate the teams.
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Black tie-optional. Gentlemen should plan on suit and tie, Ladies formal wear or dressy cocktail (put your Glam on!).
Brief Ceremony held at the stunning Cloister Chapel with Reverend Bill Barrow officiating. Family and individual photos will be taken after ceremony. Following the ceremony, we will head to the Ocean Room at the Beach Club for cocktails (don’t worry, you won’t get lost, we will be following the bagpiper over). Golf carts will be available for those who would rather not walk.
5:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Following the Ceremony we will gather at the Ocean Room at the Beach Club. Cocktails and heavy hors-d’oeuvres will be served. A seated dinner and dancing will follow. The Sea Island Sommelier (from Guilderland, NY!) has curated a fabulous wine selection and there will be an open bar. Bring your dancing shoes!
8:30 am - 10:00 am
Casual
To close out the wedding festivities you are invited to attend a casual continental breakfast with us!