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Paige Hunter
Nate Galvan
Paige Hunter
Nate Galvan
September 6, 2024
Our Story
Paige and Nate’s meet-cute story is something out of a fairy tale – sorta. The first time Nate laid eyes on Paige, she was a lion. (No one has ever made an orange onesie look so good.) On that Halloween day in a fluorescent-lit classroom in a far away land called Rohnert Park, Nate knew he had to work his magic to get her in his T.A. group to spend some extra time with her. From living in a room together for six months while Nate graduated college to renting their first apartment together to now owning a home, the pair still find the most happiness simply being in each others company. It’s no surprise that a Nor-Cal boy and So-Cal girl also find solace near the water, which is why Nate proposed to Paige at Dillon Beach near Tomales. Setting up a camera and tripod, Nate pretended they were taking a selfie in front of the water, only for him to drop on one knee. It’s no surprise to anyone that Paige cried before she could say yes. (She cries even just reading this.) Maybe its not quite a story book fairy tale, but they’re ready to live happily ever after.
Schedule
Friday, September 6, 2024
Our Wedding!
5:00 pm - 10:30 pm
120 Highlands Dr, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921
Black-Tie Optional: Come in your best dressed! Wear floor-length gowns or formal cocktail dresses, tuxes with black neckties or bowties.
There will be a few light bites in addition to cocktails. With dinner and dance to follow. Can't wait to see you there! ♡
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Farewell Brunch
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
120 Highland Dr, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923
Casual/Informal
Join us back at the venue for a hangover cure and farewell cheers! We'll be spending a few leisurely hours at the Pacific's Edge restaurant for breakfast, lunch, or whatever feels right. All walk-ins welcomed, but seats are on a first come first serve basis. Reservations can be made at opentable.com/r/pacifics-edge-carmel ♡
Travel
Travel Note
Flying In
For our out-of-towners (thank you for making the trek!), you can fly into San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, or Monterey. To the venue, SFO is about a two-hour drive; OAK is about a 1h 40-minute drive; SJC is about a 1h 15-minute drive; and MRY is about a 15-minute drive. Upon landing, the fastest routes run through US-101, but Highway 1 offers a more scenic view up the coast if that's more your speed :)
Things To Do
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Walk or hike through dense groves of Cypress forest leading to hidden coves, beaches, and overlooks where the many shades of Pacific blues and greens will dazzle your senses. Enjoy great hiking, perfect picnic spots, vistas, and wildlife.
Carmel Plaza
Visit over 35 fine stores & boutiques including Anthropologie, Bottega Veneta, Cole Haan, Tiffany & Co., Kate Spade and luxurious men’s clothier, Khaki’s of Carmel. Delight in fine dining at Bistro Beaujolais’ outdoor patio and full bar, or at Flying Fish Grill with its East/West fusion cuisine. For a taste of French country dishes, go to Patisserie Boissiere located in its quaint cottage setting. Come by in the morning for your warm beverage at Carmel Coffee and Cocoa Bar which opens at 7:00 a.m. Don’t miss stopping by The Cheese Shop a destination for many locals and visitors. It is renowned for their extensive selection of fine cheeses for over 35 years. For your convenience, an underground parking garage is available. Enter at Mission St. and 7th Avenue.
Cannery Row
With its picturesque charm and colorful history, Cannery Row captivates visitors from all over the world. The unique appeal of this fabled street is what makes Cannery Row the most popular vacation destination on California’s Central Coast. With luxurious waterfront hotels, enticing restaurants and captivating boutiques, Cannery Row is the ideal place to soak up the culture and beauty of Monterey Bay.
Registries
Heath Ceramics
Wedding Party
Rachel Elkin
Matron of Honor
Before Nate got in between them, Rachel was Paige's soulmate for the last 23 years. Rachel and Paige had dreamed of being each other's Maid of Honor's since they were little preteens - special thanks to the movie 'Bride Wars'. Fast forward to 2022 and the two are in Hawaii for Rachel's wedding and Paige crying through her MOH speech. Three years later, the roles have reversed but with a ~plot twist~ Rachel is pregnant with a baby girl! ♡ That wasn't in the movie, but they're happy it still feels like a cheesy romcom.
Avalon Maxwell
Bridesmaid
Circa 2007, Paige had just moved to Redondo Beach to start middle school when she met Avalon. Luckily for the two new besties, Avalon’s house was around the corner from their future high school, which meant countless time was spent making core memories: multi-day sleepovers to high school gossip over bon-bons to ditching zero-period band classes for last minute outfit changes. Today, the two continue to share their journeys in love and growth, but with the help of Avalon's beautiful 2 year-old daughter Grace.
Jazmine Kary
Bridesmaid
Fate is the darnedest thing. Paige was lucky enough to meet Jazmine because their last names were in alphabetical order while in line on the first day of Freshman orientation. High school came and went, in all its glory, and once again they found themselves together, this time at Sonoma State University. Senior year they became roommates and Jazmine was immediately a home away from home, and remains a safe haven to this day. There is nobody who radiates warmth quite like her, but her homemade salsa is a close second.
Adam Bravo
Best Man
The Best Man, the baldest man, but also the man who introduced Nate to the rest of his wedding party many moons ago. Nate met Adam in high school and they've been roasting and supporting each other ever since. What he's lost in hair, he more than makes up for as a friend – as a brother. Adam is one of the most caring and fun people you'll meet. Adam lives in Gilroy, CA, and is a Manager at Cordevalle Resort in San Martin.
Andrew Rodriguez
Groomsman
The life of the party. Andrew and Nate's fondest memories trace back to consistent quality time, listening to new mixtapes at three-day sleepovers and driving around bumping new music they saved. Andrew is the heartbeat of our little group, the one person we know will always be there to lend a hand or just an ear. I'm lucky to call him one of my best friends. Andrew lives in Fresno with his girlfriend Alicia and works at Workforce Connection, helping guide young adults through personal development.
Antonio Leyva
Groomsman
The man with impeccable style and taste. Tone and Nate bonded over the latest R&B hits and Sam Smith's 2014 album 'In the Lonely Hour' – what a long way they have come. A million pop-culture references, hundreds of hours of video game play, and one too many drunk cigarettes later, the two are best friends for life. Tone lives in Hayward with his girlfriend Jess and specializes in helping students get ready for college at Eastside College Preparatory School.
FAQs
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Is there a dress code?
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Black Tie preferred, but optional! The theme is formal, like you're going to win an award (or not).
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Is there parking onsite?
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Onsite parking will be limited. We recommend taking an Uber or Lyft, etc.
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Can I take photos during the Ceremony?
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To allow our professional photographer to capture the ceremony without distractions, we ask that you save your photo-taking for the reception. We promise to share all the beautiful moments with you afterwards!
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What can guests expect between the ceremony and reception?
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After the ceremony, we'll be taking some photos with our family and wedding party. We invite you to enjoy a cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres while you wait.
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Where are you registered?
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Zola and Heath Ceramics
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How can we contact you?
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paigehunter004@gmail.com