FAQs
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What are the COVID-19 protocols?
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Our top priority is the health and well-being of all of our guests, and we hope that with mandatory precautions in place, we will all be able to celebrate together safely. All guests are required to check in at the venue to confirm they are vaccinated or to present a negative test (more info below).
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What are the COVID-19 protocols if I am vaccinated?
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If at all possible, please email a photo or copy of your vaccination card to emaliejgainey@gmail.com before the wedding to help expedite check-in on the wedding day. If you do not send it beforehand, please be prepared to present your vaccination card at the venue the day of the wedding. We also strongly encourage guests who are vaccinated to complete an over-the-counter COVID test before the wedding. These can be purchased at your local pharmacy.
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What are the COVID-19 protocols if I am unvaccinated?
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Unvaccinated guests must present a negative PCR test at check-in for the wedding, taken within 48 hours of the wedding. That means the earliest you may take your test is Thursday before the wedding. If you need to update your RSVP status, please email emaliejgainey@gmail.com or update your status on this website by September 24.
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Do I need to bring a mask?
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Yes! All guests, no matter vaccination status, will be required to mask when using the bathroom facilities in the Clubhouse. Of course, whether you’re vaccinated or not, please feel free to wear a mask for the duration of the event or at any point if you so choose. We will have extra masks on hand for anyone who forgets theirs.
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What about COVID safety requirements for venue staff and vendors?
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All Chequessett Club staff are fully vaccinated and will be masked for the duration of the wedding, and all vendors are required to wear masks regardless of vaccination status.
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Where should we stay?
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Please see the "Travel" section for some suggestions on accommodations, although there are many other hotels, motels, B&Bs, and Airbnb properties available in the area. If booking at the Sheraton or Ocean Park Inn, you can ask for the Gainey-Strumm rate.
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Is there a dress code?
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The recommended dress code is cocktail attire - that generally means cocktail dresses, LBDs, and dressy jumpsuits for women and jackets and slacks for men. When choosing footwear, please keep in mind that a lot of the wedding will be in sand.
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Is there parking for the ceremony and reception?
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Yes, there is parking at the venue but we encourage people to carpool if possible!
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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?
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Yes, we are providing transportation via the Funk Bus to and from the hotels listed in the "Travel" section of this website.
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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?
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Yes, please let us know if you can make it to the Welcome Party on Friday and the Brunch on Monday. Details in the "Schedule" section of the website.
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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
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Yes, please let us know when you RSVP if you have a food allergy or any other dietary restriction. We will be serving a plated surf n turf style meal but can make accommodations for allergies or other restrictions.