FAQs
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When should I RSVP by?
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Please RSVP here on the website or by emailing thebirdandthebee23@gmail.com by May 1!
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Is there a dress code?
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Garden attire: sundresses, light colored suits, suit jackets optional. The bride will be wearing a wedding dress and the groom will be wearing a vest and a dress shirt. Wear anything you would be comfortable going to church in.
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Will the ceremony and reception be indoors or outdoors?
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The ceremony will be taking place indoors at the church. The reception will be mostly outdoors (underneath a tent) with limited indoor space.
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Are kids welcome?
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Children are welcome! We will even have special activities to keep them busy during the ceremony and reception.
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What time should I arrive?
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The ceremony will start promptly at 2 pm. We recommend that you arrive at least 15 minutes early so that you have enough time to find a seat and get settled before the procession begins. The reception will start at approximately 4 pm, to give everyone time to arrive from the church. You are welcome to travel directly to the reception venue when the ceremony finishes.
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What are the parking arrangements?
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There is limited parking behind the church. There is a university parking garage located at the corner of Nelson and Washington Streets (a five minute walk from the church). At the reception site, there will be field parking.
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I've never been to a Catholic wedding. What should I expect?
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Expect to participate in the wedding as much as you feel comfortable to. There will be a program that outlines exactly what to say and when to sit or stand or kneel. Only Catholics may receive communion, but you are welcome to receive a blessing during the rite of communion.
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What happens after the ceremony?
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The wedding party will be taking photos for a while at the church and at the venue. Guests can head straight to the reception venue where we will be serving cocktails or make a brief stop at their lodgings first to freshen up.
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Will there be any vegetarian or dietary-restricted meal options available?
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Emma is vegetarian so there will be vegetarian options available. For other dietary needs, please email thebirdandthebee23@gmail.com to let us know what you need!
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Are you registered?
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Check out our registry tab above!
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Will transportation be provided?
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Transportation will not be provided between the ceremony and reception. It is about a ten minute drive between the two places and directions are provided in your ceremony program.