FAQs

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How do I book accommodations?

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You will need to contact Ellen at Cedar Creek Center. You can contact her at (573) 237-3672. She will help you choose a room depending on how many people are in your party.

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When do I need to book my room?

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ASAP! Our room block will be released on 9/20/21. You can still book after this date but they won’t be able to guarantee that rooms will be available.

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I see a cottage I want to rent instead of one of the hotel rooms. How do I do that?

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Let Ellen know ASAP. You can contact her via phone (573) 237-3672.

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How many nights should I book?

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Members of the bridal party and immediate family who will be attending the rehearsal dinner need to book 2 nights. If you are not attending the rehearsal dinner, you are still welcome to come down the night before but we can’t guarantee any face time with the bride and groom!

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I would like to give a cash gift via check. Who do I make the check out to?

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Please feel free to make a check out to either of us individually or to both of us using my maiden name. Thank you for your generosity!

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Is there a dress code or any colors we should stay away from?

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The suggested dresscode is cocktail attire, please no jeans and t-shirts. We are not asking guests to steer clear of any colors however if you don’t want to match the bridal party, the men will be wearing navy and the ladies will be in burgundy.

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Will this be an inside thing or an outside thing?

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Both! We will have the ceremony outside (hopefully) and the reception will be a combo since the barn has outside space too. Keep in mind it will be November so you might want a jacket.

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Will there be a cash bar?

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Yes and no. We will have an open bar serving a selection of beer, wine, and spirits at the cocktail hour and reception. The after party will be a cash bar. You will be able to charge drinks at the after party to your room.

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Will there be a seating chart for the reception?

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Yes

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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?

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Yes! Please let us know ASAP so we can work with the chef.

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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?

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Yes! There is a lot near the reception barn.

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Can I bring a date?

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Please let us know if you’d like to bring a date as far in advance as possible so we can account for them in the seating chart and headcount for dinner. All guests with known significant others have been accounted for and will be included on your invitation.

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Are kids welcome?

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Yep! All children have been included in our headcount and will be on your invitations. If you have a new addition we weren’t aware of, please let us know!

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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Yes lodging is on site. Please book a room if you plan on staying the night by contacting Cedar Creek at 573-237-3672. Ellen or Samantha can help you. Be sure to mention you’re booking for our wedding to get the discounted rate.

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP by mailing back the RSVP card or via our wedding website by 9/20/21

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What's for dinner?

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There are 3 entree options to choose from: Chicken Modiga, Sirloin Steak, or Veggie Kabobs (vegetarian option). Each will come with a side of mashed potatoes, roasted asparagus, italian salad, and a bread roll.

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I see there's an hour between when the ceremony ends and cocktail hour begins. What should I do until the cocktail hour starts?

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Please feel free to explore the grounds of the venue, go back to your room to freshen up, or stop by the Town Hall restaurant until cocktail hour starts.

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What time should I arrive on the day of the wedding?

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The ceremony will start promptly at 2:30pm. Please allow yourself time to check in if you are staying overnight & to make your way to the ceremony site.