Union Depot - St. Paul, MN

Rehearsal + Rehearsal Dinner

Gambit Brewing Co

Rehearsal Dinner

Welcome Party

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Fall

Our Wedding

Abby showed up to my co-ed softball game. I played hard to get obviously with some small talk. Went yard at my first at bat (light work). After the game we celebrated our double digit loss with a couple beers. She hung around and we talked a bit after the game. I walked her to her car and asked her out. I got home and saw she had already slid into my LinkedIn dm's. The rest you can say is history...

Anthony's Version

Jess and I were at Zumba when she came up to me and said that she wanted me to meet someone named Anthony. She was dating one of his coworkers and thought that we might hit it off. Of course, I would trust Jess with my life, so I said when and where? She recommended that I come to one of the DLR Softball games to meet him. So on May 21, 2021, I headed to Field 9 near Lake Nokomis. I had no clue what this guy looked like, I was just hoping he was cute. As soon as I saw number 15 on the team, I hoped with all my heart that was the guy I was supposed to meet. I even took a picture and sent it to my sister, saying that I hoped he was Anthony. Thankfully, I was right in my guess of who Anthony was, and we met that night after the game. He walked me to my car that evening, and we went about our lives...sort of. I thought he was incredibly handsome, so I immediately went home and started googling him. He will probably tell you that I looked up his LinkedIn 30+ times (it was like 5 times)...but I didn't care because he ended up knowing I was interested. I was headed down to my cousin's wedding that weekend, and we ended up getting each other's numbers, setting up a date for when I was back in Minneapolis. I suggested Hola Arepa for our first date. We grabbed a cocktail across the street after dinner and then cookies by the U of M. We ended up having 4 dates over the course of 5 days, and we made it "official" on June 29, 2021. Unless one of us has been traveling, we have made sure to spend some time together each day, growing in our relationship and learning more and more about each other. We have done so many fun things together: went to a USMNT soccer game, saw Ricky Martin and Enrique Iglesias in concert, met each other's families, explored Disney World, celebrated friends getting married, participated in DLR Softball seasons, seen a multitude of movies at AMC Theatres, to name a few. My life is better with Anthony by my side, and I am a better human when he is with me. I knew in October (after only a few months of dating) that he was likely the guy I was going to marry. On my 30th birthday, he spent the day with me. We had breakfast, walked to Starbucks for my free hot chocolate, put up our Christmas trees, and went to see a movie. That night he took me out for Italian - all I wanted for my birthday was ravioli - and then he told me we could go home and watch Fargo. Little did I know that when we got home, Anthony was going to propose. He came to me in our room, got down on one knee, and said lots of amazing little things that made me remember why I love him in the first place. Saying yes was the easiest decision of my life. Since then it has been a whirlwind of excitement, and I can't wait to see what this next piece of our story brings.

Abby's Version (Director's Cut)

Our Story

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Abby and Ally first met in Minneapolis during the student orientation for PT school at St. Kates, but they didn't really become close until they were in the Dominican Republic doing service work together. Since then, their friendship has blossomed greatly. Abby has gotten Ally to enjoy the occasional Zumba class, and Ally has gotten Abby to be a soccer fan - which worked out well since that is Anthony's favorite sport! One of their favorite things to do is to get together each year to bake Christmas cookies. Since their trip to the D.R., Ally has become one of Abby's closest friends. We love Ally for her huge heart, her intense competitiveness, and her ability to bring joy to anyone's day!

Ally Maynard

Allison is one of Abby's sisters - the middle one. She is one of Abby's best friends, and her easy-going personality compliments Abby's anxious side very well...most of the time! While they've had their share of arguments over the years, like most sisters do, Allison is the person Abby turns to for anything that comes her way. Allison is creative, thoughtful, and a wonderful artist - so if there's something cool, creative, or fun that you see at the wedding, chances she gave some input.  We love Allison greatly and are so happy for her to celebrate this special day with us. 

Allison Rolinger

Clare is Abby's youngest sister, and she is the definition of a youngest child - independent, fun-loving, outgoing, and free-spirited. She has graced our lives with so many fun memories, and it has been a joy having her living up in the cities. If any of the sisters is going to be famous, it will be Clare -  either for her incredible acting skills, her creative stage directing abilities, or for her Brandi Carlile-esque singing capabilities.  Clare is a beautiful soul, inside and out, and she brightens the lives of those around her. We love Clare for many reasons and are so grateful that she is celebrating our special day with us. 

Clare Rolinger

Meredith and Abby are cousins and have been close since they were babies. They made up the "3 oldest girls," along with Caitlyn. They were inseparable at all Rolinger Family gatherings, and they have stayed close into their adult years.  Meredith has been a confidant for Abby and has taught Abby so much about being a "city girl." Meredith was the first cousin to have a baby, and let's jut say that Abby loves showering Miss Phoebe with all the love. We love Meredith for her amazing party planning skills, her kind and thoughtful heart, and for the light she brings to this world. 

Meredith Dwyer

Caitlyn makes up the third member of the "3 oldest girls." Caitlyn and Abby are just over one month apart in age, and they have gone through so many life stages together. Caitlyn has been someone Abby turned to when she needed advice, from boys to "Board Exam Scaries." Caitlyn was the one to share the dinner recipe for Abby and Anthony's first cooking date, and Abby's convinced that's what locked in their relationship! Not long after Meredith, Caitlyn had a beautiful baby girl, Ada, and Abby has loved showering her with love as well. We love Caitlyn for her strong personality, her boldness, and for her ability to form strong connections with those she meets. 

Caitlyn Hagarty-Humphries

Sammi and Abby met at UNI. Their favorite joke when asking about how they met is to tell people "we met in Chemistry and had chemistry immediately." Sammi is a person that you can't meet and not love right away. She is bubbly, funny, and always laughing. She knows how to tear up the dance floor, which next to chemistry class, is where she and Abby bonded. They have had many fun memories, from building a blanket fort at UNI to sharing friendship cuddles in Minneapolis or Fort Dodge, depending on who visits who. Sammi and Abby are both in the Healthcare field, and they constantly vent to each other after long tough days. We love Sammi because she is sweeter than cherry pie and cute as a button. We are so grateful that she is going to spend our special day with us. 

Sammi Powell

Alayna and Abby met at UNI. One of Abby's favorite things - Zumba - is what brought these two together. Alayna has been one of Abby's biggest support systems since they met, but especially after she moved to the cities for PT school. Alayna provided a wonderful mental health and self-care outlet during the tough grad school years for Abby. Alayna is confident, assertive, and optimistic, and she has brought Abby out of her shell. While Alayna now lives halfway across the country in Florida, they still try to chat or FaceTime frequently, sharing their latest favorite reads, talking about self-care strategies, or dreaming of wedding ideas! We love Alayna for all the fun and sparkle she brings to our lives, and we are beyond grateful to have her with us on our special day. 

Alayna Duwa

Rylee is Abby's oldest friend. They have been like two peas in a pod since they were 3 and met at Denise's daycare. They have had many sleepovers, watched Grease a bajillion times, worked at the daycare, and shared many other fun memories together. Rylee is creative, incredibly thoughtful, and extremely loyal. While they don't see each other often or talk each day, Abby's favorite thing about their relationship is how they can pick up where they left off each time they get together. Rylee is one of the most loyal people Abby knows, and she couldn’t be happier to have her standing by her side on this special day.

Rylee Stricker

Abby met Jess in a Zumba class in 2017. The first time she went to class with Jess, Abby was intimidated. Jess was fun, loud, and dancing like nobody's business. It took awhile, but eventually Abby got over her intimidation and she became friends with Jess. Jess has been there for Abby through many ups and downs, and Jess is someone Abby can turn to. Some of Abby's favorite moments with Jess have been when they get together for vegan dinner and chat about life. Jess is always looking for ways to bring joy to other's lives, and she will forever be one of Abby's most amazing friends. Jess is also credited with introducing Abby and Anthony, so there likely wouldn't be a wedding without her. We are so happy to know Jess, and Abby knows that Jess will help keep everything running smoothly on the big day.

Jess Pearson

Matthew is Anthony's brother. Matthew is an a**hole.

Matthew Montez

Anthony started playing travel soccer together with Sean at age 9. Their friendship continued into high school and they have plenty of good stories to share, whether it was "collaborating" on physics tests or extracurricular "festivities" with classmates. 

Sean MacMillan

Brad is another childhood friend of Anthony's that began with travel soccer. To this day, they still reminisce about the orange team where they were the only ones who scored yet lost every game...

Brad Matthews

Anthony first met Emilio at a Happy Joes pizza party and then they were in a quinceañera together through mutual cousins. Pizza and awkward waltz dancing is the foundation of every strong friendship.

Emilio Puentes

The best compliment Anthony can give about Erick is that he is a guy you would let take your sister/daughter on a date and not think twice about it. 

Erick Uribe

Some of Anthony's favorite impaired memories were with EJ. Just ask him to take a shot with you at the wedding and I promise you'll be in for a good time.

EJ Adorno

Little Miss P is the daughter of Abby's cousin Meredith Dwyer. Even though she's technically a cousin, Abby loves to call Phoebe her niece! She has been such a blessing since she entered this world. She’s growing bigger and smarter each day. She makes us giggle like crazy, and we are so excited to have her as part of our day!!

Phoebe Jean

Miss Ada is the daughter of Abby's cousin, Caitlyn Hagarty-Humphries, and once again Abby likes to call her a niece. Niece, cousin...what's the difference, right?! Ada is the sweetest child. She is constantly changing and growing into the best little human. New photos from her mom and dad always melt our hearts. We are so happy to have her as one of our flower girls! 

Ada Virginia 

Noah is the son of one of Abby's best friends, Ally. Abby likes to be called Auntie by Noah, and she's been sure to spoil him any chance she gets. Noah is the happiest child we have ever met, but he is a little feisty too. Right before his first birthday, Noah chose his Pokemon, and he chose charmander...hence the photo we chose for our favorite little guy. We are so happy he's going to help us celebrate our special day. 

Noah Christopher

Wedding Party

Friday

Rehearsal Dinner - by invitation only

Welcome Party - Please join us at Gambit Brewing on Friday evening at 7:30pm, following the rehearsal dinner to kick off our wedding celebration.&nbsp;

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony - 4pm in the Waiting Room at the Union Depot

Cocktail Hour - immediately following the ceremony

Dinner - 6pm in the Waiting Room at the Union Depot

Reception + Dance - following dinner, in the Waiting Room at the Union Depot

Wedding Weekend Timeline

Q + A

TRANSPORTATION

Lot B is connected directly to Union Depot and has the easiest access to the venue.Cash and all major credit cards at the exit of all Union Depot parking lots.&nbsp;All lots are completely automated; there are no cashiers.Lot B is $10 per day during the week and $4 per day on the weekends.

Union Depot Parking Lot B

The nearest airport to our wedding venue is Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, which is conveniently located approximately 9 miles from Downtown St. Paul. This makes it easy for our out-of-town guests to travel and join us on our special day. We look forward to celebrating with everyone and hope the travel arrangements are smooth and enjoyable. Once in the Twin Cities, it is very easy to use the light rail, Uber, Lyft, or other public transportation options to get around. We have not arranged additional transportation to/from wedding events for our guests at this time.

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport

ACCOMMODATIONS

Guests are able to book at one of the hotels listed below where we have room blocks. See information under each hotel for the group code. Otherwise feel free to find accommodations at other hotels or AirBnBs in and around downtown St. Paul.

A modern hotel with spacious rooms and suites, Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown has free Wi-Fi, a 24/7 fitness center and indoor pool. For business and pleasure alike, Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown has all the comforts of home and is close to Lowertown’s top attractions — The State Capitol, Xcel Energy Center and CHS Field.&nbsp; Guests can use the link below to make reservations online or by calling 1-888—492-8847.

Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown

Make yourself at home in one of the 251 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Cable programming and video-game consoles are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks. Please copy and paste the link directly into the internet URL to book rooms if there are any issues with simply clicking on the link&nbsp;below.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Paul Downtown

Travel

Downtown St. Paul Map

Twin Cities Map

Restaurants

Pizza Luce

PIZZA LUCE is one of our favorite places to get pizza in the cities; local chain serving creative pies, pasta &amp; hoagies, plus beer &amp; wine, in a casual setting.Located at: 1183 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55104Other locations throughout the Twin Cities can be found by searching on Google.

Punch Pizza

PUNCH PIZZA is another place we love, but this one is a counter-serve pizzeria turning out wood-fired Neapolitan pies in a family-friendly space.Located at: 769 Grand Ave, St Paul, MN 55105Other locations throughout the Twin Cities can be found by searching on Google.

Brit's Pub

BRIT'S PUB is located on Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis and is a great spot for classic UK fare &amp; English pints in a relaxed, wood-clad setting with fireplace &amp; rooftop lawn bowling. It's also a fun place for fellow soccer fans. They have both indoor and outdoor seating options.Located at: 1110 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Blue Door Pub

BLUE DOOR PUB is a great spot for American food and burgers. They do their own take on a juicy lucy called a "Blucy" which is cheeseburger with the cheese inside of the meat instead of on top, resulting in a melted core of cheese - yum!Located at: 4300 Glumack Dr, St Paul, MN 55111Other locations throughout the Twin Cities can be found by searching on Google.

Gorkha Palace

GORKHA PALACE is one of our favorite places to grab some Indian food. It is a casual spot for Nepali, Indian &amp; Tibetan cuisine made with local ingredients, as well exotic drinks.Located at: 23 4th St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55414

Hola Arepa

HOLA AREPA is one of our favorite spots in the cities. It is where we had our first date, celebrated our first dating anniversary, and where we always go for Abby's birthday. Their specialty is arepas, cornmeal cakes filled with meat &amp; cheese, but they also do their own take on Latin street food. Many vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options are offered. Plus, lots of fun cocktails to try. Ample patio and deck seating available. Reservations are recommended.&nbsp;Located at: 3501 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408

Boludo

BOLUDO brings a "taste of Buenos Aires to Minneapolis." It is a combination of pizza and empanadas, both of which are delicious. There is one located near our apartment, and we will default here if we want something quick, easy, and delicious for dinner.Located at: 530 S 4th St. Minneapolis, MN, 55415

Moscow on the Hill

MOSCOW ON THE HILL serves traditional Russian fare, such as cabbage rolls, beef stroganoff, and borsht. There are a variety of vegetarian and gluten free options. They also have their own vodka bar complete with their own signature house-infused vodka. Patio seating available.Located at: 371 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102

Momo Sushi

MOMO SUSHI is a casual restaurant in Northeast Minneapolis with a terrace providing sushi &amp; sashimi, along with Japanese &amp; Tibetan snacks. If you love sushi, this is the place to go. Located at: 1839 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418

Activities

Topgolf

TOPGOLF is a favorite of ours. It is a sports entertainment complex that features an inclusive, high-tech golf game that everyone can enjoy, paired with an outstanding food and beverage menu, climate-controlled hitting bays, and music. It is a great place to have a friendly competition. You can use their complimentary clubs or your own. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak times.&nbsp;Located at: 6420 Camden Ave N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430

Puttery

PUTTERY is a bar with three themed 9-hole miniature golf courses. Drinks can be purchased while playing mini golf, or there are multiple bar spaces within the building. We went here to celebrate our engagement and had an amazing time. Reservations are recommended, and we would recommend doing the unlimited courses as it is the better deal.Located at: 240 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401

Smash Park

SMASH PARK is a place where you can create your own experience and do something completely different each time you visit. It has activities such as pickleball, axe throwing, duckpin bowling, karaoke, darts, corn hole, and it even has an arcade. Reservations available through their website.Located at: 1721 County Rd C West, Roseville, MN 55113

Punch Bowl Social

PUNCH BOWL SOCIAL is the ultimate destination for a lively blend of craft cocktails and punchbowls, scratch kitchen eats, and fun activities such as bowling, karaoke, darts, pool, and free board games.&nbsp;Located at: 1691 Park Pl Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55416

Elsie's

ELSIE’S is a restaurant, bar &amp; bowling center offering 16 modern lanes &amp; a wide menu of American food and cocktails.&nbsp;Located at: 729 Marshall St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413

Up Down

UP DOWN is a bar in uptown Minneapolis offering 60 tap beers, pizza slices &amp; old-school pinball &amp; video games.Located at: 3012 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408

Science Museum of Minnesota

SCIENCE MUSEUM OF MINNESOTA&nbsp;is a museum focused on topics in technology, natural history, physical science, and mathematics education. Ticket prices range from $12-19.&nbsp;Located at: 120 W Kellogg Blvd, St Paul, MN 55102

Minneapolis Institute of Art

THE MINNEAPOLIS INSTITUTE OF ART is an arts museum located in Minneapolis. Home to more than 90,000 works of art representing 5,000 years of world history, Mia is one of the largest art museums in the United States. General admission is free.Located at: 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404

Breweries / Bars

La Doña Cervecería

LA DOÑA CERVECERÍA is the nation's first Latino influenced for-benefit beer company, supporting and accentuating the Latino communities of Minnesota. La Doña's brewery, taproom, entertainment space, and dance hall is a ten thousand square foot warehouse located just west of downtown Minneapolis in the Harrison neighborhood. Some food available for purchase, menu can be found on their website.Located at: 241 Fremont Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55405

Bauhaus Brew Labs

BAUHAUS BREW LABS takes a unique look at classic German-inspired beer styles, skewed slightly by a sense of play and adventure. Their flavor-forward, sessionable beers are crafted to surprise and delight without taxing the palate. You can always BYO food from one of the many awesome establishments surrounding Bauhaus, but Fridays-Sundays Animales Barbecue Co is onsite.&nbsp;Located at: 1315 Tyler St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413

Fair State Brewing Cooperative

FAIR STATE BREWING CO-OP became the first cooperatively-owned brewery in Minnesota when the taproom doors opened on September 2014. They have a wide variety of beer styles available, including some with fruity and tart flavor profiles that may appeal to those who typically opt for cider or wine. They also serve Hop Water, gluten-free hard seltzers, seasonal hard seltzer–based slushies, and non-alcoholic options for those who do not drink beer. Dog and kid friendly. You are able to bring your own food.&nbsp;Located at: 2506 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418

Sociable Cider Werks

SOCIABLE CIDER WERKS offers its own brands of craft ciders, food trucks eats &amp; live music. They brew freshly-pressed apples with a variety of fruits, grains, hops, &amp; spices. The result is a lineup of innovative libations that are best when shared with a friend.&nbsp;Really, the whole story of Sociable is about sharing a pint with a friend.&nbsp;So &amp; So’s food truck onsite for food options. Dog friendly, large patio, and non-alcoholic cider available as well.&nbsp;Located at: 1500 Fillmore St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413

Pryes Brewing Company

PRYES BREWING COMPANY is a spacious craft beer taproom with wood-fired pizzas &amp; snacks, plus a large patio &amp; riverfront views. Their riverside beer garden, taproom, and pizza restaurant opens daily at 11am.Located at: 1401 West River Rd N, Minneapolis, MN 55411

Bad Weather Brewing

BAD WEATHER BREWING CO is a St. Paul based brewery with outdoor seating, food trucks, and a large variety of beers and nonalcoholic beverages.&nbsp;Located at: 414 7th St W, St Paul, MN 55102

The Dubliner

THE DUBLINER has been in the University Midway neighborhood since 1983. It has a long tradition of serving up some of the best tap beers around, a great selection of top shelf whiskeys, and a mighty pint, poured to perfection. There is Irish and American music six nights a week.&nbsp;Located at: 2162 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55114

Local Events

Minnesota Twins Baseball

MINNESOTA TWINS are the local MLB team in the Twin Cities. The Minnesota Twins are going to be at home Thursday through Sunday. Thursday's game is against the Chicago White Sox. The Friday and Sunday games are against the Los Angeles Angels. More information regarding time and tickets can be found at: https://www.mlb.com/twins/schedule/2025/fullseasonLocated at: 1 Twins Way, Minneapolis, MN 55403

St. Paul Saints Baseball

ST. PAUL SAINTS are the Minnesota Twins Triple-A affiliate. They play locally at CHS Field in downtown St. Paul and are a great option if you're looking to enjoy a baseball game while in town. They will be playing Indianapolis at home Thursday through Sunday. More information regarding time and tickets can be found at: https://www.milb.com/st-paul/schedule/2025-04Located at: 360 Broadway St, St Paul, MN 55101

Dakota Jazz Club

DAKOTA JAZZ CLUB is an intimate cabaret venue with live music every night, plus a full-service American restaurant &amp; bar. Their calendar is updated frequently and we will update if anything is scheduled on our wedding weekend.Located at: 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403

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