FAQs

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How do i get to the venue?

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You can find a list of completed instructions in your wedding invitation email.

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What time should I arrive?

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You should plan to arrive at 1 pm. Our ceremony will start at 2:30 pm. This will allow you time to find our venue and parking. Upon arrival please feel free to mingle within the wait time and locate our wedding schedule to ensure the day goes smoothly!

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Where should I park?

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There is parking located inside the venue gates. You will see our car parked there and can park beside it as it starts filling in.

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Will I have to pay for parking?

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No. Parking is free

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What should I wear? Is there a dress code?

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Yes, there is a dress code! We expect people to be semi formal to formal. please feel free to wear summer dresses and wedges (Stilettos not recommended). floral prints or solid colors, sun hats and sunglasses. long or short sleeve button up shirts. khakis or suit pants. closed toe dress shoes. ladies be sure to bring some flats to wear while dancing. and be sure to bring jackets. This is Washington and it may get cold into the night. THIS IS AN OUTDOOR ONLY EVENT!

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Are there any colors that guests should avoid wearing?

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DO NOT WEAR WHITE PLEASE AND THANK YOU! THIS IS THE BRIDES DAY! =)

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Are kids welcome?

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YES! kids are more then welcome. but please note this event goes from 1 pm until 10 pm clean up time. There is a lot of flowers you must ensure your kids do not pick or destroy! And a pond they cannot play in!

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Can I bring a date?

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yes

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Does your wedding have a theme and certain colors?

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Yes, we are getting married in a garden and are sticking to a rustic, shabby chic, floral theme. our colors are rose gold, navy blue, light and dark forest green, golds and mixed pinks.

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I am coming from out of town. Where should I stay?

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There is a complete list of places to stay here on our website and also included in your invitations!

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When is the RSVP deadline?

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please try to RSVP by the beginning of July!!!

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Are the ceremony and reception locations wheelchair accessible?

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No. Unfortunately not wheelchair accessible!

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What should/could I do between the ceremony and the reception?

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This will be a very relaxed event. please feel free to mingle, snack and drink between scheduled event times.

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Will food be served?

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We are having a buffet styled dinner. You will need to get up and serve your own plates (sparingly please, so everyone can enjoy some food). We will also have some snacks before dinner set up in designated areas.

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What kind of food will be served?

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We will be having a southern menu. Stay tuned for details.

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What if I have a dietary restriction?

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PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN DIETARY RESTRICTED FOOD!!!! WE WILL NOT BE ACCOMMODATING FOR THAT!!

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Will there be dancing?

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YAAAASSSSS!!! LOTS AND LOTS OF DANCING!!!!

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What time will the reception end?

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Our reception ends at 10 pm. We are required to do our own clean up by 11 pm. Hoping everyone will be willing to help out!

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Can I take pictures?

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Yes, please take as many photos as your heart desires!

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Is there a gifts registry?

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Yes, on our website.

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What if I want to donate my services to the cause instead of give a gift?

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We would be more then happy to give you a job to do if you do not want to bring a gift. any help will be very appreciated!

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Is there transportation being provided between reception and hotels?

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NO. I will provide taxi numbers if need be or you need to drink responsibly and/ or have a designated driver!

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Will last names be changing after the wedding?

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YES! The bride, Tracy Walker will then after be Tracy Carlson!

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I have a question not answered here; how do I contact you?

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Please feel free to email or text us with any questions prior to the wedding. Our special wedding email is: herecomethecarlsons2019@gmail.com Our numbers are: (425)320-7766, (704)450-3755 The day of the wedding if you have further questions, please ask our wedding party. Michelle and Christine are probably the best go to people the day of the wedding!

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Will there be alcohol? Are there restrictions?

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Yes, the only kind of alcohol allowed at our venue is "BEER" only!!!! Please note that we will NOT be providing beer for every guest, if you would like to drink beer, please stop and bring a case or two with you to the wedding! We will only be providing enough beer for the bride and groom and our wedding party!