Please RSVP through the 'RSVP' tab on this website by July 14th.
Summer Formal Suits or mid to full-length dresses preferred. Please keep in mind the reception will be a mix of indoors and outdoors and Chicago can get up to the 80s in August.
Since there are so many great places to stay in Chicago we're leaving it up to our guests to decide where they would like to stay. If you're looking for recommendations, visit the Accommodations tab for suggestions.
Please meet us directly at the church, St. Giles Catholic Church at 1045 Columbian Ave, Oak Park, IL. If you're driving, there is parking available at the church, and you also have the option of using the free street parking available near the reception venue, Elizabeth F Cheney Mansion at 220 N Euclid Ave, Oak Park, IL. We will have a trolley shuttling guests from the reception venue to the church prior to the ceremony. The last shuttle will leave at 2:10, and space is limited to please arrive early if you plan on using the shuttle. Transportation will be provided for all guests following the ceremony from the church to the reception venue.
The ceremony will start promptly at 2:30 pm, so please arrive with ample time to park and get seated. Following the ceremony, the cocktail reception will begin at 4 pm.
Please see the Registry tab of the website.
You can expect to be welcomed! We are excited to include guests of all faiths in our celebration. Programs will be provided so all guests can follow along with the readings. Our wedding ceremony will be a full Catholic Mass, including Communion. All guests are encouraged to approach the alter during Communion. If you are not a practicing Catholic, please place your hands crossed on your chest, and the priest will be happy to offer you a blessing. Please note food and drinks are not allowed within the church, but cocktail hour will begin soon after mass is concluded.
Due to limited seating space, we kindly ask you only RSVP for individuals included by name on your invitation. If your invitation includes a 'guest', please enter their name when RSVPing so we can plan accordingly.
Please indicate any allergies or restrictions while RSVPing so we can let our caterer know to accommodate you.
Typical Chicago weather in late August is a high of 83, getting down to 65 in the evenings. Please note dancing will be outdoors on a covered patio.