FAQs

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP on the RSVP page of this site by Sunday, September 15, 2024.

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Is there a cocktail hour?

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PLEASE NOTE: There will be approx. 3 hours between the ceremony (12:30pm start) and the reception (5pm start). During this time, it is advised that you find a place for lunch, local options are listed on the "Things to Do" tab of the website. At the reception hall, drinks will initially be available from 5-5:30pm, there will not be appetizers provided. Bride and groom will make their entrance at 5:30pm. Dinner will be served within the first hour of the bride & groom arrival. Please plan accordingly.

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What is the dress code?

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Formal to Cocktail attire. Out of respect for the Mass, please opt for button down shirts and no uncovered shoulders or low cut tops. For ladies this could be just wearing a sweater or shawl in the church.

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Where is it?

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The ceremony is being held at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Parish. Address: 156 Valley Ave SW Grand Rapids, MI 49504 United States The reception is being held at Studio D2D. Address: 401 Hall St SW Grand Rapids, MI 49503 United States

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I'm from out of town, where can I stay?

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Please check out our Group Rate link to our hotel block on the “Hotel Accommodations” page. Any other accommodations will be up to the individual. If the block is filled there is nothing we can do to accommodate more rooms, so please keep that in mind!

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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?

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There will not be scheduled transportation available for out of town guests. However, the church lot and reception lot allow plenty of parking. There are also plenty of Uber/Lyft drivers in the city.