FAQs

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What is the COVID-19 policy for the event?

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In accordance with state guidelines, all guests must either present proof of complete vaccination (last dose 14 days prior to event) or present a negative COVID-19 test result within 3 days of the event. Please fill out the COVID-19 screener here (1 response per guest): https://forms.gle/GUPp1E1PpKcvYDry7 Masks should be worn when walking to the bar or restroom. Please see our venue's safety measures here: http://www.501union.com/covid19

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What are the current New York guidelines for weddings?

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Weddings and catered events are now allowed in NY state. Capacity restrictions and curfew limitations have been lifted as of 5/19. All guests must present proof of complete vaccination or negative COVID-19 test. For more information, see: https://www1.nyc.gov/nycbusiness/article/nyc-restaurant-reopening-guide https://www.governor.ny.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/Indoor_and_Outdoor_Food_Services_Detailed_Guidelines.pdf

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Are there any COVID-19 testing locations near the venue?

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See below for a list of nearby COVID-19 testing locations: MedRite Park Slope Urgent Care - Brooklyn 245 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215 https://g.page/Medrite-Urgent-Care-Park-Slope?share ProHEALTH Urgent Care of Carroll Gardens 330 Court St, Brooklyn, NY 11231 https://goo.gl/maps/Unj5F35cnKkQ3A1S9 CityMD Boerum Hill Urgent Care - Brooklyn 457 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217 https://goo.gl/maps/dgJ4vE4yrzJNQjZS9 Cobble Hill Urgent Care 228 Court St, Brooklyn, NY 11201 https://goo.gl/maps/4oFwTroAkHReoN7i7 LabQ COVID Mobile Testing https://labq.com/covid-mobile-testing/

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How will dinner be served?

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Dinner will be both plated and shared. Everyone will have individually plated starters, mains, and desserts. There will also be shared small plates per table with serving utensils.

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How do we get to the venue?

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501 Union is just four subway stops to Lower Manhattan. Take the F/G to Carroll Street or R to Union Street. We encourage Uber or Lyft, and the closest parking lot is at 365 Bond Street. Street parking is available in the neighborhood.

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Are kids welcome?

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We love your kids—we really do. But we want our wedding to be your night off!

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Is there a dress code?

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Cocktail, please. But we want you to feel comfortable, so if those shoes are too high or that top button is too tight, let it all hang loose.

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Anything else I should know about the wedding?

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We will continue to update the website with other potential events around the wedding, and add'l COVID guidelines. Continue to check back!