FAQs

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Where is the wedding taking place?

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Ceremony & Reception will take place at the Lodge at Schroon Lake: 210 Registration Way Schroon Lake, NY 12870.

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What time is the ceremony? What time is the reception?

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The time for the ceremony is at 4pm, followed by a cocktail hour at 5pm, and then reception at 6pm.

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What is the dress code? What should I wear?

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Dress code is semi-formal. Suggested attire: Men: a well-tailored suit in a classic color like navy, charcoal, or black. You can also wear a blazer with dress pants and a tie. For shoes, leather brogues, oxfords, loafers, or dress shoes are all good options. Ladies: a stylish cocktail dress or pantsuit. For shoes: please take note that the ceremony will be outdoors in a grassy area, if you choose to wear heels. ***Please note***: Due to the time of year, it will be chilly outside. Reception will be held indoors, however.

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What weather should I expect?

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The ceremony and cocktail hour will be held outside and due to the time of year it will be chilly out. The reception, however, will be held indoors.

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Will the wedding be indoors or outdoors?

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The ceremony and cocktail hours will be held outdoors, and the reception indoors.

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What should I expect after the ceremony?

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The immediate family of the couple will be taking pictures. Guests can enjoy the cocktail hour at the pavilion and front lawn, where hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be served. After which, we will all move to the Overlook Room for the reception dinner and dancing.

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Are there other wedding events I can attend?

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The morning after the wedding, we will be hosting a farewell brunch for those that want to attend. Please be sure to RSVP to that as well on the website.

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How do I RSVP?

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You may submit your RSVP on the wedding website, where you may select a song you'd like to hear played at the reception.

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When is the RSVP deadline?

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Please get us your RSVP by no later than: August 17th, 2025.

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May I bring my partner?

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You may only RSVP for those listed under your party on the website. We appreciate your understanding, as we are only inviting a certain number of people.

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May I bring my children?

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You and your children should be listed under your name when you RSVP on the website and are welcome to come. All we ask is that you keep an eye on them while they’re attending.

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I can't attend the wedding in person. Will there be a virtual weding celebration?

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Unfortunately, we are committed to a unplugged ceremony and will not be having a virtual celebration.

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Do you have a hotel block for guests? Where do you recommend I stay?

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We have a block of rooms at the Lodge at Schroon Lake. The details on pricing and rooms available are under the “Travel” tab. Please call the Lodge to request your room under the Bell-Minton wedding.

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What type of food and drink will be served during the cocktail hours and reception?

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We will have hor d'oeuvres and various (non)/alcoholic beverages during cocktail hour, and primarily tacos and veggie fajitas at the reception. We understand that some people have dietary restriction and have made accomodations for such.

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I have dietary restircitions, what's the best way to communicate that with you?

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We have made some accommodations for those that we already knew have dietary restrictions and have created a vegatarian option available for those that want it.

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Will there be an open bar?

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Yes.

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Are you registered? Where should we ship your gift?

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While your presence is gift enough, we have created a honeymoon fund for contributing what you wish. You can donate to the fund through the wedding website, under "Registry".

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Can I take and post pictures of the wedding on social media?

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We ask that our wedding is unplugged. We have a wonderful photographer on site to caption every magical moment. We ask that you just remain present in the moment and not worry about posting pictures on social media. Thank you.

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I have a question that I just can't find the answer to, what is the best way to contact you.

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Everyone that we have invited have either Tabitha's or Brian's phone number. Please feel free to call or text either one of us with any questions leading up to the wedding and we will answer them to the best of our ability. Should you have any questions the days before the wedding we will then provide another contact person. Thank you.