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Loren
Ryan
Loren
Ryan
June 22, 2024
How we met
We met at a mutual friend’s birthday party at a brewery in Charlotte. Our conversation covered a lot of ground including our shared love of raclette. Our first date was a few months later at a concert in Charlotte and the adventures have continued ever since!
Schedule
Saturday, June 22, 2024
Wedding Ceremony
5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Semi-formal
Parking is located across from the chapel on Radcliffe in the “Harris Lot” next to the Harris Admissions Building, on Selwyn Avenue and in the North Parking Deck on the Queens University campus. If you use the Queens address in your GPS (1900 Selwyn Avenue), you’ll get to campus and then will need to use the wayfinding signs to get to the chapel.
Reception
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
2320 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28205
Make sure you go to the NoDa/Davidson Street location. Free parking is located next to the brewery, on the street/side streets and in the adjacent gravel lot.
Travel
Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown
Room block expires on May 31. Cost is $205 a night for June 21 and June 22. Located in Uptown, this hotel is pet-friendly and has a restaurant on-site. Walking distance to the light rail, art museums, the Uptown Farmers Market (Saturday morning) and the Market at Seventh Street.
Discount Code - Group Code: 501 Hotel Code: CLTUPGI
Registry
Wedding Party
Jen Sayegh
Bridesmaid
Jen and Loren met in 2013 when they were colleagues at Virginia’s Community Colleges. Loren asked Jen where she would “live” during her consulting gig amidst a large cube farm. Through many Target/Walgreens adventures, early morning FaceTimes and shenanigans all over RVA, it is Jen's humor, kindness and empathy that Loren admires most.
Emily Plauche
Bridesmaid
Loren and Emily met through a mutual donor/volunteer in 2020. During their first “meeting”, they spent over two hours sharing stories at Rosie's and quickly made plans to hang out again. Emily was a co-conspirator with Ryan and Loren’s youngest sister Carrie Rose to “hatch” the adorable proposal in Richmond in June 2023. Loren can always count on Emily for levity, support, humor and compassion.
John Chandler
Best Man
John is Ryan's brother and fellow attorney. They share a love of golf and bourbon. John and his wife Kelsey are parents to Ryan's favorite nephew, Rhodes.
Jim Chandler
Officiant/Father of the Groom/Groomsman
Jim is Ryan and John's father and more recently, proud grandfather of Rhodes. He is an avid golfer, gardener, antique collector and pastor of 50 years. He will celebrate 49 years of loving marriage to Ryan's mother, Jane, in August 2024.
Jess Riddle
Usher
Ryan and Jess met at Furman University where they were roommates for four years. Jess helped cultivate Ryan's interest in the outdoors and more recently, Jess's wedding to his wife, Rachel, served as one of Loren and Ryan's earliest trips and fondest memories.
Charles Drayton
Usher
Charles and Ryan attended high school together and bonded over music. They enjoy listening to live shows together to this day. Charles lives in Sumter with his wife Charlotte and their son, Sawyer.
Rob Robine
Usher
Ryan and Rob met at Wake Forest University School of Law. They share passions for skiing, fishing and Rob and Aggie's annual shrimp boil in Northern Virginia. The Robine's have two children - Emma and Ryan, rounding out Rob's Ski Squad.
Gallery
Things To Do
Optimist Hall
Fondly referred to as "The Place" by Loren's sister Carrie, Optimist Hall has multiple restaurants, a gelato stand, a bakery and local retail. Plenty of parking, indoor and outdoor space.
The Market at 7th Street
Home of Loren's favorite popcorn vendor/flavor (It's Poppin'/Fried Chicken Popcorn) and delicious restaurants (pizza, soul food, cheese shop, Italian) and fun, local vendors featuring CLT Find, a coffee shop and a wine bar. It's a stop on the light rail, so convenient to South End, Uptown and NoDa. Oh, and free parking in the adjoining deck for up to two hours
Vaulted Oak Brewing
Where Ryan and Loren met at their friend Chip's birthday gathering. Housed in a former bank (in Charlotte!?!?! Shocker.), Vaulted Oak is a laidback brewery with a rotation of Charlotte's best food trucks and plenty of parking.
Rosie's Coffee & Wine Garden
Rosie's. Is. Wonderful. Terrific for coffee, glass of wine, a plant (or a few...), contemplating the great American novel and wedding invitation photos. Other features are live music on Friday nights and location - walking distance to Optimist Hall. Parking next to Rosie's can be sparse, but there's plenty around the corner in the CATS parking deck.
U.S. National Whitewater Center
From zip-lining to whitewater rafting, kayaking to a climbing wall over a pool, the Whitewater Center offers a variety of activities. On-site restaurant, hiking trails and access to the Catawba River. Plan to drive 25-30 minutes from Charlotte.
Camp North End
The most Richmond place in Charlotte, according to Loren. Camp North End offers unique restaurants, coffee shops, a silkscreen shop, plant store, two breweries and probably more by June 21/22. Plenty of free parking.
FAQs
Question
What’s the closest airport?
Answer
Charlotte-Douglas International Airport (CLT) and is ranked among the world’s busiest airports. It is located about 20 minutes west of Uptown Charlotte.
Question
What time should I arrive?
Answer
We recommend guests arrive a half hour before the start of the ceremony to make sure everyone is on time and we can start the events as scheduled.
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Are kids welcome?
Answer
While we love your little ones, our wedding is an adults-only event so that everyone can relax and enjoy the evening. We appreciate you making arrangements ahead of time so you can celebrate with us.
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Can I bring a date?
Answer
We have a strict guest list to stay on budget. Our wedding is RSVP only and we will only be able to accommodate those listed on your invitation. Your invitation will clearly indicate who is invited.
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