FAQs
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When should be RSVP by?
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Kindly reply by April 1, 2024 via Zola.
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What time should I arrive?
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We recommend that you arrive to be seated 30 minutes before the start of the ceremony, to make sure everyone is on time and we can get the party started on schedule. Please plan to give yourself additional time for parking and walking. The ceremony will start promptly at 4:30 pm.
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What is the venue address?
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The Starling is located at 102 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
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What is the dress code?
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Our dress code is formal attire. We suggest that men wear a lightweight suit in any color and women wear a midi or ankle length dress or dressy separates.
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Can I bring a date?
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Oh la la. If your invitation indicates you have a plus one, yes. In order to keep our guest count on track and fit everyone comfortably inside the venue, we are only able to accommodate those listed on your invitation.
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Where should we stay?
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Guests are invited to stay at The Homewood Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, where the couple is staying, for both Friday, May 17th and Saturday, May 18th. We encourage you to book early, as it is graduation weekend for the surrounding colleges. Our room block is filled. Normal rates now apply to available rooms. However, an additional lodging option with a 12% discount has been added to our Travel page. For more details and how to book, please visit the Travel page on our wedding website. Love Note: It’s a short destination, but a destination wedding nonetheless. We discourage drinking and driving and encourage our guests to take advantage of the many surrounding hotels.
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Will the wedding be indoors or outdoors?
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Our ceremony and cocktail hour will be outside, on the boardwalk. The reception will be held inside the venue, with access to the boardwalk throughout the event, as long as noise levels are appropriate and respectful after 7pm.
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Where should we park?
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Our hotel, Homewood Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, is a short 9 minute walk or 2 minute drive from The Starling. Self-parking is available at Homewood Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downton for guests for $25 per day. There is ample additional public parking near the hotel. Near The Starling, you’ll find plenty of parking at The Historic Third Ward parking structures located at: 212 N. Milwaukee Street or 225 E. Chicago Street Those rates are: Up to 2 hours: $5 2 to 3 hours: $8 3 to 4 hours: $10 4 to 8 hours: $15 8 to 10 hours: $20 10 to 24 hours: $25 Lost Ticket: $50
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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
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Yes! Please email us at wanhala.ott@gmail.com and we will connect you with the caterer.
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Will there be an open bar?
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DUH! The couple is hosting call liquors, tap beers, red and white house wines, and soda and water. Outside alcohol brought onto the premises is subject to a $500.00 penalty per instance. Anyone who is found to leave the venue to consume outside alcohol may not be allowed back in to the venue.
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What is the smoking policy?
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Sorry, we’re not in Illinois anymore… No smoking of ANY kind is permitted inside the building, or along adjacent boardwalk. Cigarette and e-cig smoking will be allowed in designated areas.
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Are kids welcome?
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We love your kids, but we intend on partying. Therefore, this is an adults only event. We ask that individuals under 21 celebrate from home. Those invited to attend will be listed on your invitation. Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate additional guests.
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What if I moved after receiving my save the date?
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Moved or need to update a mistake in your name or mailing address? Email wanhala.ott@gmail.com and we will make sure the correction is made before formal invitations go out.
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Where can we share the photos and videos we capture?
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We kindly ask for an unplugged ceremony. Please silence and tuck away phones, and let our photographer work her magic! We would love to see all the pictures you snap during cocktail hour and reception! You can text photos and videos to Nicole or Riley, or email Wanhala.Ott@gmail.com. If posting to social media, tag us!
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What if I’m feeling sick or was exposed to Covid-19?
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On the wedding day, if you are not feeling well or have Covid-19 symptoms, we politely ask that you don’t attend the wedding. If you’ve had recent Covid-19 exposure, we ask that you test or kindly wear a mask any time you are around others when indoors. We want to keep our guests safe and healthy.