The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail hour

Reception

Winter

Our Wedding

We assume that if you're reading this page, you know the lives of Brian and Amanda are heavily consumed by theatre. So, it should come as no surprise that in 2015, they were caught making faces at each other from across the room in a rehearsal for Catch Me If You Can, and quickly became close friends. Brian began to teach Amanda dance lessons and soon after she was his resident Dance Captain. They worked together many times and before long, were co-directing a big splashy musical! They're often found working together on a project or teaming up to feed four hungry cats. He does the dishes, she does the laundry. She has five million squishmallows, he collects wooden robots and taxidermy. They have a good thing goin'. Sure, there have been ups and downs over the years. Such is life. Amanda and Brian have been by each other's side through it all. After many years of being lil homies, they finally took their relationship to the next level. Fast forward a couple of years to opening night of Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Brian directed and Amanda played a mullet and mustache wearing Croatian who was in a questionable relationship with a German punk-rock queen. He thought this would be the ideal opportunity to propose, and he wasn't wrong. Now they're on the other side of a leisurely engagement, and are so excited to celebrate their love with family and friends. ROCK N ROLLLLLL.

IT'S HAPPENING!

Our Story

Photos

WEDDING PARTAAAY!

BRIDESMATES

Maggie Cargill

Sara Blakesley

Alyssa Goudy

Marina Mastrangelo

Debbi White

Noelia Altamirano

GROOMSMATES

Emanuella Cervello

Luke McFatrich

Cory Woomert

Casey Kelley

Jamon Buie

Ryan Rand

Wedding Party

Q + A

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Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District

Near The Bishop Museum of Science and NatureMake yourself at home in one of the 131 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and microwaves.With a stay at SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront in Bradenton, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Riverwalk and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature.  This hotel is 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from Lido Beach and 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from St. Armands Circle.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Riverwalk - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi  The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature - 0.2 km / 0.2 mi  LECOM Park - 1.6 km / 1 mi  Manatee Memorial Hospital - 1.7 km / 1 mi  Red Barn Flea Market Plaza - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi  Manatee County Agricultural Museum - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi  Manatee Village Historical Park - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi  Manatee Convention Center - 3.5 km / 2.1 mi  Astro Skate and Fun Center - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi  River Run Golf Links - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi  Blake Medical Center - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi  State College of Florida - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi  Judah P. Benjamin Confederate Memorial at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi  Emerson Point Preserve - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi  IMG Academy - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi  The nearest airports are:Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 14.4 km / 9 mi St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 57 km / 35.4 mi St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 40.7 km / 25.3 mi Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 79.2 km / 49.2 mi Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access and wedding services.Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Bradenton? This hotel has 350 square feet (33 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.You can enjoy a meal at Oak & Stone serving the guests of SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary breakfast is included.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown / Riverfront

Near Manatee Memorial HospitalStay in one of 153 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.With a stay at Courtyard by Marriott Bradenton Sarasota Riverfront, you'll be centrally located in Bradenton, just a 3-minute walk from Riverwalk and 11 minutes by foot from Manatee Memorial Hospital.  This hotel is 15.5 mi (25 km) from Lido Beach and 15.1 mi (24.4 km) from St. Armands Circle.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Riverwalk - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi  Manatee Memorial Hospital - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi  The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Red Barn Flea Market Plaza - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi  Manatee Village Historical Park - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi  LECOM Park - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi  Manatee Convention Center - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi  Manatee County Agricultural Museum - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi  Astro Skate and Fun Center - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi  River Run Golf Links - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi  Judah P. Benjamin Confederate Memorial at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi  Blake Medical Center - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi  State College of Florida - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi  Emerson Point Preserve - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi  IMG Academy - 9.1 km / 5.7 mi  The nearest airports are:Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 16 km / 10 mi St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 57.4 km / 35.7 mi St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 41.1 km / 25.6 mi Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 79.6 km / 49.5 mi The preferred airport for Courtyard by Marriott Bradenton Sarasota Riverfront is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ). Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a banquet hall.Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Bradenton? This hotel has facilities measuring 9446 square feet (850 square meters), including conference space.Grab a bite to eat at The Bistro, a bistro which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee.

Courtyard by Marriott Bradenton Sarasota Riverfront

Travel

You can't beat the art, the circus museum and John Ringling's home, the Ca' d'Zan.

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

A small aquarium where they rehabilitate sea creatures like sharks, turtles and manatees.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Great shopping, great food, and within walking distance of the Lido Beach!

Amanda & Brian

Amanda & Brian

A&B

Wedding Day

6:00 PM–6:45 PM

Ceremony

6:45 PM–7:30 PM

Cocktail hour

7:30 PM–10:30 PM

Reception