FAQs
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My invitation said the ceremony location might change. What's going on?
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All Saints (Emily's home parish) is scheduled to close as part of the Road to Renewal, but it's currently in the process of appealing to stay open. We fully expect it to be open for our wedding on Oct. 11, 2025 - but if the appeal is denied and the church closes on short notice, the wedding ceremony will be moved to St. John the Baptist Church at 168 Chestnut Street, Lockport, NY 14094. St. John's is only one mile away from All Saints, so if we have a last-minute change in venue, we will be in touch via text message, phone calls, a sign on the church door, and carrier pigeon.
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Do I have to RSVP on the website?
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Yes, you have to. We need an accurate headcount in one place to make sure we have seats and food for everyone. Spreading RSVPs over texts, calls, emails, social media DMs, in-person conversations, etc., leaves too much of a chance for someone to fall through the cracks. That being said, if you're having trouble RSVPing online, let us know.
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Do you have a room block?
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We have a room block under "Vargo Wedding" at the Hampton Inn, 6082 S Transit Rd, Lockport, NY 14094.
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Can I bring a plus one?
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Unfortunately there is a limit to the number of guests we can invite, and we cannot accommodate anyone who is not listed on your invitation. If you feel we left out someone important, let us know, but understand that our limitations may mean our hands are tied.
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Can I bring my kids?
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While we love your kids, this will be an adults-only event.
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Where are you registered?
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We've created a registry on Amazon, which you can access either via the link at the top of this page or directly on Amazon's registries page.
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How long is the ceremony?
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We're doing a full Catholic wedding Mass, which usually lasts about an hour or slightly longer. The Mass is the heart of our wedding day — it’s where we become husband and wife in the eyes of God. It would mean so much to us to have you there to witness that sacred moment and pray with us. We really hope you’ll join us for both the ceremony and the celebration afterward!
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What's the parking situation?
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For the ceremony, there is a parking lot across the street from All Saints Parish and plenty of room for street parking if the lot fills up. Anyone with a handicap tag for their vehicle can use the smaller parking lot next to the church, to the right side of the building - make sure to use the spots that are directly up against the building, as the neighboring lot does not belong to the church. There's plenty of parking for the reception too, since our venue is on the Niagara County Fairgrounds. If you're able, we kindly ask that you leave the closest spots for guests who may have trouble walking longer distances. Thank you for helping us make things easier for everyone!
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Can I take photos during the wedding?
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We kindly ask that you refrain from taking photos during the ceremony so everyone can be fully present — and so our professional photographer can capture everything without distractions. At the reception, we'd love for you to take photos! Please be mindful though, and give the photographer space to do his job. We can’t wait to share all the beautiful shots with you afterward and see the fun photos you capture once party time begins!
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What if I have an allergy?
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Please let us know! You'll be asked about allergies when you RSVP. If you did not make a note of your allergy when RSVPing, tell Emily or Brad as soon as possible. We're offering a buffet-style meal that should be able to accommodate everyone.
