Bill Millers Castle

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Bridesmaids

Gianna D'Amato - Bridesmaid

How We Met: Work Hobbies / Interests: golf, lifting weights and drinking Diet Coke Favorite Food: Cheeseburger Fun Fact: I have a Diet Coke addiction

Angela Sidorski - Bridesmaid

How We Met: Work Hobbies / Interests: laying on the couch with my cat, drinking coffee, or going to breweries Food: Coffee. Coffee counts as food. Fun Fact: I have a twin sister

Kim Hoang - Bridesmaid

How We Met: Mutual Friends Hobbies / Interests: Cooking/baking, traveling Favorite Food: Sushi or ice cream Fun Fact: I can leg press more than my boyfriend

Meagan Ryley - Bridesmaid

How We Met: Work Hobbies / Interests: Cat Mom, Poptart Queen &amp; Sewing Granny Favorite Food: Peppermint stick ice cream Fun Fact: I once went on a road trip to NY and visited 27 waterfalls

Hannah Fox - Bridesmaid

How We Met: Work Hobbies / Interests: Reading as many books as possible, hanging with my dog, beginner crocheter Favorite Food: Macaroons Fun Fact: I've never been stung by a bee

Groomsmen

Brett Marshall - Groomsmen

How We Met: Matt and I met as young children around the age of 4-6, likely at a family party. Our fathers have always been friends and would constantly have family gatherings with both of our families. I've always been close friends with the Misbachs. Hobbies / Interests: Driving fun and fast cars, stock market, fishing, archery, photography, golfing, camping, hiking, and basically anything else outdoors. Favorite Food: New Haven Pizza Fun Fact: I'm 6'7", don't play basketball and the weather is in-fact the exact same up here.

Yon Hailu - Groomsmen

How We Met: Matt and I became friends during our college days. We got to know each other after having many long discussions after class Hobbies / Interests Videogames, weightlifting, eating Favorite Food: Rotisserie Chicken Fun Fact:

Tom Crossley - Officiant / Groomsmen

How We Met: Matt and I met in my very first class at CCSU in Marketing 101. He sat behind me wearing a pair of athletic shorts and a tank top. He had a glorious fohawk and was messing with the teacher, trying to trip him up with his comedic line of questioning. We chatted after class and have been friends. and now family, ever since. Hobbies / Interests: Fitness, sauna, ice bath, history, philosophy, and cooking Favorite Food: Mexican cuisine, specifically any type of burrito Fun Fact:

Ryan Wotton - Groomsmen

How We Met: I met Matt at CCSU. We were both at the same party and I beat him at beer pong. He then talked my ear off for 6hrs. Best friends ever since. Hobbies / Interests: Cooking, football, hiking with my dog Brady, collecting memorabilia, cars, smoking meats, Legos, Marvel/DC, and movies. Favorite Food: Pasta, pizza, peaches, ice cream, popcorn, and cookies Fun Fact: I own 1 square foot of land in Scotland which makes me a Lord

Wedding Party

WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE?

The dress code is formal.

AM I ALLOWED TO TAKE PHOTOS AT YOUR WEDDING?

Yes, absolutely!

DO YOU HAVE A WEDDING REGISTRY?

No, we do not have a formal wedding registry. If you would like to bring a gift and/or card, you may do so at the time of the wedding.

WHAT ARE THE ADDRESSES OF THE WEDDING CEREMONY AND RECEPTION VENUES?

The ceremony and reception will be held at the same place. They will be at Bill Miller's Castle: 34 E Main St, Branford, CT 06405

WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE AT YOUR WEDDING CEREMONY?

The ceremony starts at 5. We recommend getting there up to 30 minutes early to find your seating.

IS THERE PARKING AVAILABLE NEAR YOUR WEDDING VENUE(S)?

There is parking onsite.

WILL YOUR WEDDING BE INDOORS OR OUTDOORS?

The ceremony will be outdoors (weather permitting) and the reception will be held indoors.

AM I ALLOWED TO BRING A PLUS ONE?

If a guest pops up as an option when you RSVP then yes. If not, then please do not bring an additional guest.

WHAT TYPE OF FOOD WILL BE SERVED AT YOUR WEDDING?

We'll be serving hors d'oeuvres at cocktail hour followed by a buffet with a selection of meat, pasta, salads and more!

WILL THERE BE AN OPEN BAR?

Yes, there will be a five hour premium open bar. It will open at the start of the reception. Please note that it will be closed during the ceremony. All outside alcohol is prohibited.

WHAT TIME WILL YOUR WEDDING RECEPTION END? IS THERE AN AFTER-PARTY?

The reception will end at 11 PM. There will not be an after party.

I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR WEDDING, WHO CAN I CONTACT?

You can contact me by phone or email: Phone: 203-512-3624 Email: allyfranzino18@gmail.com

Q + A

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Lunch

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Bill Miller's Castle, 834 E Main St, Branford, CT 06405

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