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Matt Smith

and

Jenn Sliney

Matt Smith

and

Jenn Sliney

#slineysmith

September 30, 2023

Portsmouth, RI
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Schedule

This will be a non-traditional, short celebration! 2:00 Seating and Arrivals 2:30 Ceremony Begins 3:00 Dinner 5:30 Goodbyes Please note: the wedding party will be breaking away after the ceremony for photographs. As time is limited, please hold your congratulations until we are seated for dinner!

Travel

Portsmouth Rhode Island is a sweet little town full of parks, beaches, and playgrounds. If you choose to stay in town during our wedding weekend, we recommend these places!

Hotel

Founder's Brook Motel & Suites

314 Boyds Lane, Portsmouth, RI 02871
 (401)683-1244

This is the nearest hotel to the venue.

Hotel

Red Roof Inn & Suites Middletown, RI

1359 West Main Road, Middletown, RI 02842
 (401) 849-2718

This is a pet-friendly hotel just a short drive from the brewery!

Hotel

Escobar's Farmhouse Inn

2072 East Main Road, Portsmouth, RI 02871
 (401) 293-5777

This is a legitimate farmhouse experience, complete with breakfast. You can even watch them milk the cows! Book over the phone only.

Hotel

East Island Reserve Hotel

985 East Main Road, Middletown, RI 02842
 (401) 845-8300

Dog-friendly cottages, indulgent options, and close to Newport for anyone looking to make a weekend out of their trip!

Registry

Who's Who

Jenn Sliney

Bride

Jenn is the intelligent, fascinating woman we all know and love! Originally from Belmont, MA, she is currently working as the Business Office Manager at the Grand Islander. Jenn attended Salve Regina and graduated in 2012 with a Bachelor's in Sociology. Jenn has a deep appreciation for nature, animals, and all the different phases of life. She cherishes her evenings with Matt and the their three crazy kitties, Bruce, Sadie, and Charlie. Jenn loves to try new restaurants, go kayaking, enjoy music and trivia, and go for the occasional adventure to Linda's donuts. She is excited to finally marry the man who has had her heart for six years and counting.

Matt Smith

Groom

Matt is the kind soul who we all know and love! He is currently working as the Inside Sales Representative at Humphrey's Building Supply, where he is part of an amazing company family! Matt is a wonderful bass player, lending his talents to the Sunshine Melodies, They Were Robots, the Copacetics, and many local projects through the years. Matt attended CCRI for Liberal Arts. He loves shooting hoops, experimenting with new dishes in the kitchen, and spending time with his family, including his two dear nephews, Lucas and Travis. He is deeply appreciative of the opportunity to marry the love of his life!

Beth Blycker Koll

Maid of Honor

Beth and Jenn met in chorus while attending Salve Regina University. They are both Mezzo-Sopranos! Beth works as a librarian at the Salve library. She enjoys art and photography. Jenn and Beth love to grab a bite and go on long adventures in the car. Beth is the perfect godmother to kitties and puppies everywhere. When she's not working or lending a hand with friends, she loves to watch and collect movies!

Lucas

Ring Bearer

Lucas is Matt's oldest nephew. He loves baseball, Mario, and hanging out with his favorite Auntie and Uncle. This is his second time being a ring bearer!

Travis

Ring Bearer

Travis is Matt's youngest nephew. He loves Toy Story and his family. This is Travis' first time being a ring-bearer. We're so glad he's part of the day!

Evan Gallo

Officiant

Evan has been a dear friend of Jenn since 2008. They've worked together for more than six years the Grand Islander, where Jenn works as the Business Office Manager and Evan worked as Director of Social Services. Evan enjoys gardening, traveling, and spending time with his wonderful partner Natalie and sweet dog, Tate, who turned 10 this year. He is so excited to be a part of this special day!

Kelsey McManus

Bridesmaid

Kelsey and Jenn have been friends since 2008 where they met at Salve Regina through the GSLBA club. Kelsey loves to cook, and Jenn loves to sample her creations. The two enjoy playing games like Spyro and Mario party whenever they get a chance. Kelsey lives in Bristol, Connecticut with her bratty cat Fargo.

Engaged!

FAQs

Where can I park? -Free parking is available at the venue. What if I am late for the ceremony? -The ceremony will start at 2:00 SHARP. You may arrive early. Latecomers will be asked to wait is a separate area until the reception begins. When is a good time to chat with the happy couple? -After their grand entrance, during dinner, and on the dance floor! Why don't you want physical gifts? -At this time we have just about everything we need to live a full life. We are only interested in saving up! Who can I contact with questions on the day of the wedding? -Feel free to reach out to us within the coming months, but on the actual day of the wedding, you can call our friend Natasha (774) 526-4950 who will answer any questions or concerns.

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