FAQs

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP by August 31, 2021. To RSVP, click the 'RSVP' tab above and search for your name. You can also call or text Sylwia at (630) 744-9427.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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Arrive by 9:30am to participate in the Baraat. Arrive by 10:30 am for the ceremony.

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What is a Baraat?

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The baraat is the groom's procession into the ceremony. It begins the celebration with excitement, singing, dancing, and laughter and carries the groom right up to the ceremony. Guests will make their way to the Pavilion behind the hotel accompanied by music - dancing, singing, and walking with Deep.

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What is the Manglik Prasango?

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The Manglik Prasango is a familial event comprised of several different ceremonies that take place prior to the wedding day. The event includes prayers to Lord Ganesha, a Hindu diety known as the remover of obstacles. The Pithi ceremony involves loved ones rubbing a paste made of chickpeas, turmeric, and rosewater onto the face, arms and legs of the bride and groom. This is meant to symbolize cleansing of the body and the attainment of maturity for marriage.

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What's on the menu?

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Lunch and dinner will be a vegetarian buffet. We will have some of our favorite Indian and American dishes. We hope you try something new!