FAQs
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Is there a dress code?
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Yes, the dress code is cocktail attire for weddings. This typically means knee-length or midi-length dresses, tailored pantsuits, or tailored suits with dress shirt and tie. Fun patterns or pops of color are encouraged! Please no jeans, athletic wear, or T-shirts, and please refrain from wearing shades of white.
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Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
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The ceremony as well as the reception will be indoors!
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How long will it take me to get from the hotel to the venue?
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The St. Charles Hilton Garden Inn is approx. 20 minutes from Bartlett Hills Golf Club.
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What time should I arrive at the venue?
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Please arrive by 4:00pm and be in your seat by 4:15pm. The ceremony will start promptly at 4:30pm. Cocktail hour and reception will follow immediately after.
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Is there a bar?
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Yes! we will have an open bar. Please be sure to bring your ID. There will be plenty of non-alcoholic options as well.
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Is there enough parking? Can I leave my car overnight?
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Yes, the venue has plenty of parking to accommodate the number of guests invited. Cars can be left overnight at the venue and can be picked up any time the next day.
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How do I RSVP? When should I RSVP by?
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To RSVP, click the RSVP tab and type the names listed on your envelope. Please only RSVP for the people who can attend from your party! Kindly RSVP before February 28th. We will give final head counts to the venue shortly after. If we do not hear an RSVP by the deadline, we will assume you RSVP'd no.
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Will my dietary allergies/restrictions be accommodated?
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Yes! Most dietary allergies/restrictions can be accommodated by the venue, including gluten free, dairy free, nut free, vegetarian, vegan, etc. Please indicate your allergies or restrictions when you RSVP.
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Are kids invited?
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Absolutely! Kids of all ages are welcome to attend. We're excited to share our day with everyone.
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Can I bring a plus one?
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We cannot accommodate plus ones unless it's indicated on your invitation envelope. For example, "(Your Name) & Guest" will be listed on the envelope or "The (Your Last Name) Family" for families with children. When you go to the RSVP tab, you will see the number of people in your party to RSVP.
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How will the seating work for the ceremony and reception?
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The ceremony will be open seating, except for the first two rows, which will be reserved for family. If you want to see the Bride's face, sit on the right. If you want to see the Groom's face, sit on the left. For the reception, we will be arranging table assignments so our guests sit with those they know.
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Is smoking allowed?
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Yes, you may smoke on the patio outside the reception room or the patio outside the lounge room.
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Will there be cake?
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Yes, there will be a traditional wedding cake, as well as an ice cream sundae bar!
