FAQs

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What time should I arrive?

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Our ceremony begins promptly at 4:00 pm so please plan to arrive before 3:45

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Where the heck is Shafer, MN?

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Good question :) It's about an hour northeast of the Twin Cities near Taylor's Falls

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What should I wear?

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We are having a barn wedding outside in July and we want you to be comfortable! There is AC in the barn but the ceremony is outside. Please feel free to dress upscale casual and comfortable. Sundresses, khakis, and collared shirts welcome :)

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Should I bring my dancing shoes?

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YES :) We are having a DJ and plan on dancing the night away with all our guests :)

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Where do I park? Is the space accessible?

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Parking is free onsite and just a short walk to the ceremony site. There are handicap parking spaces and a ramp leading to the upper level. There is not an elevator. The restrooms are located on the lower level. It’s ok to pull up to the gravel area nearest the outdoor ceremony sites to bring guests closer that need it.

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How do I RSVP?

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Please RSVP through our website and let us know if you are coming! We need your RSVP by June 15th please

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Can I bring a plus one? Can I bring my kids?

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Due to space limitations, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate additional guests beyond those specifically named on the invitation. If your invite says "family," please feel free to bring your kids! Thank you for understanding!

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What kind of food will we have? Will there be alcohol?

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We are proud to serve Chick-fil-A for dinner buffet as well as during happy hour after the ceremony! No, there will not be any alcohol :) We are celebrating seven years of sobriety together and we invite you to enjoy this evening with us free from any substances as well.

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What if it rains?

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Our backup ceremony site is inside the barn and the reception is also inside the barn. No worries, we have it all covered :)

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Where can I stay?

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While we do not have a hotel block for guests, there are many options close by: Nordic Harbor - 4 miles - Center City, MN AmeriVu Inn + Suites - 7 miles - Chisage City, MN River Valley Inn + Suites - 7 miles - Osceola, WI Holiday Inn Express - 11 miles - St. Croix Falls, WI Country Inn + Suites - 17 miles - Forest Lake, MN