Jeffrey Van Buren
Alison Battease
Jeffrey Van Buren
Alison Battease
October 25, 2025
Our Story
Jeff and Ali met when they joined the same bowling league in 2022. After weeks of stealing enamored glances across the lanes, they finally exchanged phone numbers. The couple started dating in March of 2022, and have been inseparable ever since! While on a family vacation in July of 2024, the pair went for a walk on the beach with a few of Ali's family members. After faking an injury, Jeff got down on one knee and asked Ali to marry him. It was a very easy yes! The couple lives in Glenville, NY with their beloved pets Cosmo, Lily, and Henry.
Travel
Hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton Schenectady
This hotel is conveniently located on the same property as our wedding venue! We have a block of rooms reserved for our guests (limited availability at the block rate). Use the link provided to book by clicking “view”. It is also pet-friendly (fees apply)!
Hotel
Courtyard Schenectady at Mohawk Harbor
This hotel is right down the road from the venue!
Hotel
Hampton Inn Schenectady Downtown
This hotel is located in downtown Schenectady and is a 10 minute drive to the wedding venue.
Hotel
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady
The nearby casino has a hotel on-site and is right down the road from our wedding venue!
Registry
Target
Amazon
Wedding Party
Peter Van Buren
Father of the Groom
Charmaine Lewis
Mother of the Groom
Brian Battease
Father of the Bride
Mary Beth Battease
Mother of the Bride
Christopher Van Buren
Best Man
Monica Van Buren
Matron of Honor
Kristopher Kowalczyk
Groomsman
Ruby Caprood
Bridesmaid
David Powalyk
Groomsman
Allyson Osborne
Bridesmaid
Donald Wood
Groomsman
Ashley Opeka
Bridesmaid
Joseph Willett
Groomsman
Jean Secor
Bridesmaid
Noelle Van Buren
Flower Girl
Heather Dominelli
Officiant
Jordan Pennock
Speaker
Things To Do
Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady
Via Port Rotterdam
A favorite of our flower girl!
Proctors Theatre
Boulevard Bowl
FAQs
Question
What is the dress code?
Answer
This is a semi-formal event.
Question
Are children permitted to attend?
Answer
Although we love your children, we regretfully cannot accommodate them at the venue due to limited seating. All invited guests are over the age of 18.
Question
What are some good restaurants nearby?
Answer
- There is a restaurant right on the property of our wedding venue called Max 410. - Jeff & Ali are regulars at Maxon's in Glenville. - Druther's is located down the road from the venue on the Mohawk Harbor.
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